How many hotels are in New York City? It’s not a trivia question (but if someone knows, please share…) Next question: how many hotels in New York City have Bergdorf on speed dial? Well if you’re lucky enough to stay at the posh Quin Hotel (rooms start at $600/night) then you are ready for real style! The room phones have a Bergdorf button that connects guests to a personal shopper. Enough said…
Secrets of a Fashion Therapist, Betty Halbreich A cool read if you have interest in becoming a stylist; or currently use one… It’s all true! I went into it thinking it was gonna be about stuff that wasn’t relevant to me as a stylist for professionals (versus stars, personalities, etc) but, I was wrong. I’ve spent many a day trying to sum up what I do and I believe myself to be part psychologist, part mentalist, part shopper, part truth-sayer
“I tend to keep a cotton or linen bandana or pocket square at hand. They’re a nice accent in terms of elevating a summer suit and also perfect for discreetly wiping away perspiration.” –Bruce Pask, Men’s Fashion Director, Bergdorf Goodman {shared from Details magazine, May 2015}
Name: Nick Wooster Former Occupation: fashion director for Bergdorf Goodman Current Calling: clothing designer Age: 54 years old/young Say What?: coming this fall, in collaboration with Italian brand Lardini, it’s everything Nick wanted but couldn’t find You heard right…the capsule collection will include linen blazers, button-downs, and summer tweed tuxedos! I’ve followed Nick on Instagram for a little bit and appreciate his style sense and his sense of humor – which you’ll see ON the clothes because apparently Lardini added
It’s that time of year and unless you have a personal tailor, you need to start considering how you’re going to muddle through all of your Holiday functions, affairs and parties looking dapper but not overdone. If you have lots of time then have at it, but if you’re like most of us and just need to get it done then check out: J Crew ~ apparently, the Ludlow is the best affordable option around town (starting point around $350) Bergdorf
I’m not a PETA person, but I try to by mindful of what I’m purchasing. Wait – who am I kidding? I own a full-length cognac-colored mink and I love it….does that make me a bad person?! Seriously, I don’t regularly indulge in the purchase of endangered or mistreated animals, but if you don’t like Nancy Gonzalez then we can’t be friends. Arguably the only designer to consider when talking exotic handbags, Colombia-born Nancy Gonzalez is all about the innovative
Men, Bergdorf Goodman is a great place to start your fall wardrobe collection…now!
Get a look at the Jimmy Choo’s that Tamara Mellon recommends for your closet…and that’s saying a lot since she’s the Jimmy Choo founder – click the pic! Note: I’ve checked out Tamara’s Choo shoe recs, and I’m on board with 5 of the 23 as must-haves for fall! Metallic snake-embossed pump, $525 (pictured above) Patent round-toe pump, $665 Fitted almond-toe boot, $965 Fitted suede boot, $1150 Open-toe snake slingback, $770
I’m in love with this Diane von Furstenburg outfit from Bergdorf Goodman! The deep blue color is ideal for work, the black knit with navy sequins makes it dressy enough for after-hours, the plisse detail on the bib and stand up collar make this super chic and wearable all by itself, and the jersey wool silver pinstripe pants complete the look! 411: Bergdorf Goodman♣ Diane von Furstenburg ♣ sequin sweater ($495), plisse blouse ($285), pinstripe pants ($295)
Jimmy Choo spring collection is available at Bergdorf Goodman‘s! What more is there to say….
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