Online Sales: Favorite Fall Sales

Posted By: KK on 09/30/10 1:05 PM | Categories: Online Sales

Need to do a little retail therapy to get you out of a post-summer funk? Here are our favorite sales of the moment. Just click on the banners and shop to your hearts content! Remember, we donate 25% of our retail revenue to charities that help women and the environment.

What the Chairs Wear: Purses and Pursenalities Luncheon

Posted By: KK on 09/29/10 1:40 PM | Categories: What the Chairs Wear

We’re off to the 5th Annual Purses and Pursenalities Luncheon, hosted by Madison Square Boys and Girls Club and honoring Barry Kieselstein-Cord, Kim Renk Dryer of Sequin and Douglas Hannant. The Master of Ceremonies is Rosanna Scotto of Fox TV’s Good Day New York. The lunch is generously sponsored by 1stdibs and features fabulous handbags auctioned off by some amazing designers such as Tory Burch, Nicole Miller, Chloe, DVF, Gucci, and Ferragamo! What to wear to a luncheon of this kind? Naturally, we’ve opted for the brilliant designs of the honorees themselves: a perfect black and white look from Douglas Hannant‘s Fall 2010 Collection, Kieselstein-Cord‘s gorgeous Signature Accessories and finally, Sequin’s stylish Crown Pin. For more information on this great cause go to Madison Square Boys and Girls Club.com!

Douglas Hannant: Fall 2010 Collection
Kieselstein-Cord: Earrings, Sunglasses, Crocodile Watch and Trophy Handbag
Sequin: Crown Pin

Travel: Paris Fashion Week

Posted By: KK on 09/29/10 12:23 PM | Categories: Travel

To celebrate Paris Fashion Week, we went on a French-frenzied shopping spree at Net-a-Porter to find the most fabulous French fashions from our favorite designers. We thought about what to wear and came up with this stylish knit from Catherine Malandrino that fulfilled our fantasy of great style and comfort. To be ever more organized, we checked the Parisian weather and found some naughty rain showers on the scene; we will dress for the damp weather with this gorgeous Sonia Rykiel Trench paired with the See by Chloe Wellies that will keep you dry (not to mention more comfortable!) while running to and from Les Beaux Arts, the Tuileries and everywhere in between. Stash your classic Louboutin slingbacks (also good for staying above puddles) in this stylish Chloe Tote and you’re good to go! Under it all, feel like a fabulous French woman in these saucy knickers from Agent Provocateur.
For more info on Paris Fashion Week go to Style.com - and even better, if you find yourself lucky enough to be in the city of lights during this momentous week, don’t forget to check out our favorite Parisian experts at Girls’ Guide to Paris.

Left to Right, all Net-a-Porter: Catherine Malandrino Cashmere and Merino wool-blend Sweater Dress ($395), YSL Square-frame Metal Sunglasses ($325), See by Chloe Lace-up Wellington Rain Boot ($215), Agent Provocateur Stephanee Underwired Satin Bra ($220), Agent Provocateur Stephanee Satin Tanga Briefs ($170), Lanvin Glass-pearl Brass Bracelet ($590), See by Chloe Cherry Leather Tote ($540), Isabel Marant Wright Crystal Drop Earrings ($550), Falke Black Pure Matt 50 Denier Hold-up Stockings ($49), Sonia Rykiel Cotton and Cashmere-blend Twill Trench ($940), Christian Louboutin No Prive 120 Patent Slingbacks ($745)

Sample Sales & Trunk Shows: Ramy Brook

Posted By: KK on 09/29/10 8:56 AM | Categories: Sample Sales & Trunk Shows

“Sexy, sophisticated, simple” is the signature style of our friend, Ramy Brook who is having a trunk show, Wednesday, September 29th at the home of Harriet Croman, 238 East 67th Street from 10 to 4pm. We love her gorgeous made-to-order blouses and dresses that are available in 10 rich and beautiful shades. They are perfect to wear now and answer the dilemma of what to wear to upcoming holiday parties in the fall and winter. “My vision is for women who wear RAMY BROOK designs to feel beautiful, look glamorous, and exude confidence, knowing that they are sexy, wearing something special, and look their absolute best.” To complete this put-together look, just add some Little Black Shoes and a smattering of the New Pearl Jewelry and you’re ready for anything from a cocktail party or a night on the town. To RSVP to this event and for more information, please visit Ramy Brook.com. Also included in the trunk show is Marcie Fleck Jewelry and Coco Phillips Home.

What to Wear: Formal Gowns for Black Tie Events

Posted By: KK on 09/28/10 4:14 PM | Categories: What to Wear

If there is one thing we love finding, it’s formal gowns for Black Tie Events. As the fall season Event Calendar is in full swing, you might be wondering what to wear – well, we have combed through countless sites and found the best formal dresses around. Our stylish selections can take you to a Black Tie or Charity Ball, a White Tie Gala or a Formal Wedding. Each of these dresses has something special in the way of styling. We’re head over heels for Redux’s stunning neckline, BCBG‘s asymmetrical hemline and the gorgeous shades of blacks, blues and metallics found at Carmen Marc Valvo, Nicole Miller and Fendi. Plus, all the fabrics are divine! For a calendar of Fall Events in New York City, please go to New York Social Diary Calendar.

Left to Right: Carmen Marc Valvo Ruched Taffeta ($940), RL Black Label Silk Halter ($1598), Sue Wong Beaded Soutache ($350), Redux Lace-Sleeve ($2980), Notte by Marchesa Beaded One Shoulder Draped Gown ($990), Nicole Miller Halter ($795)

Left to Right: Badgley Mischka Strapless Ruched Dress ($695), Lanvin Strapless Side-Twist Dress ($6325), BCBGMAXAZRIA Asymmetrical Bubble Hem ($478), Fendi Belted Halter Dress ($1790), Carmen Mac Valvo Metallic Ruched ($1225)

Workplace Dressing: Menswear-Inspired Looks for Workplace

Posted By: KK on 09/28/10 7:22 AM | Categories: Workplace Dressing

What to wear to work is one of our biggest topics, so we thought of no better time than the present to channel the savvy corporate style from new release “Wall Street: Money Never Sleeps.” Michael Douglas reprises his Oscar-winning role as the fabulously portrayed villain Gordon Gekko in all his glory and well, greed, while Shia LaBeouf plays Gekko’s estranged daughter’s fiance. We can’t get enough of the visually thrilling sequel, as the New York Times review says: “Visual extravagance has always been among this director’s calling cards, and here he aims his eye squarely at the spots where material excess intersects with genuine beauty.”
We thought would get that powerhouse feeling with updated menswear-infused yet totally feminine looks for workplace. We practically guarantee the corner office when you wear this fall trend of fabrics done to perfection with sophisticated tailoring and draping. With this selection of fantastic pinstripes and tweeds from Diane von Furstenberg to Dolce & Gabbana and Akris to Michael Kors, dressing for work can be a pleasure. As Gekko himself said, “it’s not about the money, it’s about the game!”

Left to Right: RL Odessa Wool Pinstripe Dress ($998), Sophie Hunter Tweed Sheath Dress ($310), Piazza Sempione Pinstripe Dress ($840), J. Crew Super 120s Classic Pinstripe Banquette Dress ($188), D&G Pinstripe Dress ($795), Michael Kors Belted Tweed Dress ($180), DVF Arita Pinstripe Wool-jersey Dress ($445)

Left to Right: DVF Little M Navy Pinstripe Blazer ($385), Moschino Boucle-tweed Pencil Skirt ($695), Vince Herringbone Wool Boyfriend Blazer ($485), DVF Carvaro Wool-blend Pinstripe Pants ($295), RL Black Label Cashmere-Blend Tweed Jacket ($1198),Lafayette Tweed and Leather Skirt ($348), Akris Cropped Tweed Jacket ($3500)

Sample Sales & Trunk Shows: Minnie Mortimer + ROARKE Pop-Up Shop

Posted By: KK on 09/24/10 5:09 PM | Categories: Sample Sales & Trunk Shows

Don’t miss the Minnie Mortimer and ROARKE Pop-Up shop with Yosi Samra shoes in Soho open till Monday September 27, from 11am-7pm daily. Treat yourself to some seriously cool and complementary duds. There is nothing better than pairing a fringed Charo Ribbon Roarke necklace with a Minnie Mortimer striped Zoe Dress topped up with a pair of Yosi Samra pewter ballet flats. So pop by 456 Broome Street (bwtwn Mercer + Green) and check it out for yourself!

What to Wear: Beretta Tweed Sportswear

Posted By: KK on 09/24/10 2:16 PM | Categories: What to Wear

I spy with my little eye perfectly polished Beretta attire to keep you chic from the city streets to the country roads. We are loving the tweed trend right now and Beretta’s classic sportswear is flawlessly in fashion. Since 1526 the Beretta name has emulated quality, design, construction and performance far beyond its Italian origins and has established quite the tradition throughout its fifteen generations. We took a glimpse at their 2010 Fall and Winter collection and are mad for the entire lot! From the camel-checked coat and corduroy combo to the perfect hunter green feather fitted hat and leather boots. For further information regarding purchases please contact Beretta. If you are in NYC stop by their store at 718 Madison Avenue store, t. 212.319.3235… And don’t forget to tell them who sent you!

What the Chairs Wear: Celebrate the Great Outdoors

Posted By: KK on 09/24/10 1:06 PM | Categories: What the Chairs Wear

National Fish and Wildlife Foundation is holding its annual event on Saturday, September 25 at the Tudor Investment Campus in Greenwich, Connecticut. “Celebrating the Great Outdoors” is the theme of this action-packed party honoring Terry Betteridge of Betteridge and hosted by CBS’s Katie Couric. This is the most fun and fabulous fête where the activities include archery, an ATV obstacle course, hot air balloon rides, a ropes challenge course, a trout fishing pond, zipline, and many, many more! The dress code is “Blue Jean Preferred” and we naturally complied with our new faves, MIH London Bootcut Jeans then had some fun and went to Orvis for the necklace and Cabela’s for the Creel Fishing Bag to accessorize the outdoorsy look. And we couldn’t resist the Tory Burch updated booties and the ultra-cool jewelry from Kara Ross to give a modern day twist on the theme. For further information, please contact NFWF@EventAssociates.com. The National Fish and Wildlife Foundation preserves and restores our nation’s wildlife species and habitats. To find out more about the mission of the great organization, please go to National Fish and Wildlife Foundation.

To purchase any of the selections, please click on the links below!

Left to Right: Cabela’s Valencia Suede Jacket ($169), MIH London Mid-rise Bootcut Jeans ($185), J.Crew Tweet Fedora ($58), Kara Ross Knotted Serpent Earrings ($110), Orvis Mountain River Guide Lanyard ($85), Ann Taylor Charmeuse Crossover Blouse ($48), Kara Ross Tiger Python Bracelet ($395), Cabela’s Classic Split-willow Creel ($50), Tory Burch Oren Bootie ($395)

What to Wear: Camel and Tan Hues

Posted By: KK on 09/24/10 12:01 PM | Categories: What to Wear

We love these camel and tan hues that soften the season’s transitions from summer to fall. It answers the question of what to wear when bidding farewell to the whites, lights and brights of warmer weather and getting ready for a little chill in the air. This leather dress from Top Shop is an absolute must-have of the season, buy it now before it disappears. The same goes for the Tory Burch coat (as seen in the September Issue of Elle Magazine) which we tried on in the shop on Fashion’s Night Out and bought on the spot. The other trends we are sporting are the chunky loafers and relaxed pant look and gorgeous tan bags like this Proenza Schouler satchel. What to wear when you want something sweet, how about a little camel, caramel and cream for a dreamy Dulche de Leche!

Camel and Tan Hues from Left to Right: Elie Tahari Belted Wood Jersey Dress ($368), Kara Ross Stingray Tiger Eye Cuff ($240), Silk Tab Placket Shirt ($80), Bow Beret ($16), J. Crew Suede Floppy Belt ($58), Top Shop Leather Tunic Dress ($310), Sandro Poetique Crepe Slouch Pants ($295), J. Crew Turtleneck Sweater ($68), Chloe Point-Toe Ankle Boots ($850), Tory Burch Carson Messenger Bag ($550), Michael kors Double-breasted Blazer ($1795), Proenza Schouler Medium Leather Satchel ($1595), Stuart Weitzman Mocup Pumps ($385), Tory Burch Aaron Coat ($795)

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