Moda Operandi is featuring Phillip Lim’s 31 Hour Bag Collection. While not available for sale in the stores yet, we have access to this sumptuous red and black leather bag for the “modern woman on the go who needs more than 24 hours in her day.” This bag includes a cosmetic clutch, a portfolio, a tote, and a weekender all in one. Available at Moda Operandi (via Blueprint for Style), $795 %RELATEDPOSTS%
Leopard print is wonderfully versatile and a clutch is the essential every lady needs these days…..wait, along with something to carry her e-reader in! Lodis has created the Siren E-reader Envelope which fits the Kindle, Kobo, nook, Sony reader and a few others. The bonus is it doubles as a fabulous clutch, and comes in camel (pictured), denim or ruby. Available at eBags, $78 (size: 8″ x 5″ x .75″) %RELATEDPOSTS%
Ivanka Trump “Crystal” satchel (in bordeaux; also in sand, black, brown) great for a dinner party slightly retro but 100% ladylike elegant and easy priced for instant gratification at $95 .
Besides my staple obsession with leopard print, one of my fall/winter accent colors is purple! The color is rich, strong, vibrant, chic and works as a fab standout with all of my camel and grey. My other obsession/recommendation is mixing high and low pieces ~~ I have some great designer pieces in my closet but also love to sprinkle in a few fab finds. This Aldo Fretwell is an easy sell at $48
Calling all DMV gents – the duo behind Hugh & Crye are great local outfitters for stylish men. Prep your guy for holiday parties and help him score the perfect shirt to impress just about anyone, including himself! The open house is tomorrow, Nov. 13 11AM – 5PM. We love local-chains here at BfS, and Urban Chic is no exception to being added to our favorites list. Urban Chic is continuing its streak of stylish domination by opening a new store
This semi-structured handbag by Rebecca Minkoff is ladylike chic and says sophisticated, not overdone, stylish, and uptown…..but rocks on Saturdays as easily as a weekday board meeting. Agree?
Some colors seem like they just won’t mesh well together, and navy with brown might just be one of them… until now! Let us show you how to incorporate these two colors into one stylish ensemble that will have you looking professional and chic for the office while still looking undeniably eye-catching for happy hour cocktails after a long day of fabulousness! By pairing together a standout animal-print bow blouse with a chic pencil skirt, finished off with brown or caramel-hued
Question: I’ve paid out the nose for college and am still paying, so I have no real money to buy ‘real world’ clothes. What’s your recommendation on what I really need to buy….right now? Answer: Great question and, frankly, it’s not just applicable to recent college graduates. Have you gotten a whiff of our current economic state? Everyone wants to know the wardrobe basics to build on. We’ve got four great styling do’s: A fabulous, structured handbag ~ J
The color makes it rockable from now through the end of winter and from day to night even though it’s a bit pricey ($1,285). If Mulberry is charming but you want something that allows you to keep more of your cash, try these options by Botkier or Mulberry.
What are your plans for FNO? (Fashion Night Out is next Thursday September 8th for anyone that has been living under a rock!) Click here to see what’s going on in your city and across the entire country. And for the curvy fashionista, FNO will feature plus-sized events in LA, New York, Chicago and even in my hometown, Alexandria, VA this year! Check out Coco Hilton’s (a.k.a. Perez Hilton’s) pep talk to all the plus-sized divas. These tights are making a statement. Period. This week’s LUST
MaxMara We’ve gone through hobos, totes, clutches, etc but this fall it’s all about the semi/structured handheld bag this is all business and total feminine. They’re hitting the runways and retailers everywhere (check out Neiman Marcus), but hold up just a minute to catch a few of our tips to make sure this is the trend for you and you rock it right: The top handle drop should be between 5 1/2″ to 7″ (not comfortably placed on the shoulder)
Haute Hippie long sleeve button shirt $263 – 25park.com Etro wide leg pants $700 – stylebop.com Pour La Victoire tan pumps $183 – my-wardrobe.com Tory Burch leather clutch 310 – harrods.com Cacharel buckle belt $44 – farfetch.com From wide-leg trousers to platform pumps, the ’70s are back in a big, bold, and glamorous way. This time around, designers have combined classic bohemian flares with modern, essential staples. Filled with vivid colors, loud prints, and ultimate comfort, the ’70s glam trend is completely wearable whether for work or
They all provide ample space for high-powered paperwork They are all semi-structured which allows them to maintain their shape while having some flexibility The colors are vibrant and can instantly become outfit-makers! They are all under $500 My favorite: Athena Perry Tote by Lodis ($388) – – – the snakeskin leather and metallic layering make it unique yet versatile!
A newfound friend, Alesya, just launched her new bag line on Wednesday – congrats! Alesya and I connected last year at the Lavish Unconference and stayed in touch since then. It was during that time we were able to connect and chat a bit (we have lots in common!)….here’s a few great insights into Alesya’s journey: How did you get started? After working in the tech industry for ten years, I was sick of carrying around my laptop in a
The highlight of the Versace’s men’s show at Milan’s Men’s Fashion week was Donatella herself, as she is working on a line for H&M – you can preview it now! At the end of last week, Michelle Obama stepped out in the perfect happy summer dress, with with navy blue stripes and a beautiful v-neckline. Find your favorite stripe-happy dress, too! If you’re still on the hunt for the perfect pair of wide-leg pants, take a look at these colorful
So long, Oprah Winfrey! A historic day in television as Oprah aired her last show ever. Glamour shares with us their top 5 fashion moments on the show throughout the years, from Lady Gaga sharing her wardrobe to Oprah’s famous Calvin Klein skinny jeans. Warm weather has thankfully spread across most of the nation, just in time for a sunny Memorial Day weekend! The question is: are you beach-ready? If not, don’t fear – take a look at New York Magazine’s
Know first that I am a bit of a bag collector….it runs the gamet from bargain to high-end, plain to patterned, small to oversized, neutral-toned to metallic and shiny! Therefore, it was divine that I was connected with Kaia Peterka awhile back and can now call her a fast friend. Fashion & accessory designer, Kaia Peterka, started her business to create something beautiful that had purpose and durability, and now you can share in her inspired moments through her fabulous
Notte by Marchesa silk chiffon gown $995 – net-a-porter.com Narciso Rodriguez sleeveless dress $1,195 – barneys.com Matthew Williamson oversized cardigan $595 – net-a-porter.com Catherine Malandrino blouse 50,400 JPY – mirabella.jp Graphic tee $20 – delias.com One piece cut out bathing suit 260 GBP – harveynichols.com Diane von Furstenberg platform heels $388 – my-wardrobe.com Christian louboutin pumps $895 – barneys.com Jessica Simpson platform heels $90 – heels.com Lanvin ballerina flat ly.st Marc by marc jacobs bag 175 GBP – harveynichols.com Miu Miu leather satchel handbag 780 GBP – flannelsfashion.com Julie K Handbags teal leather handbag $495 – couturecandy.com KOTUR snakeskin handbag $560 – shirise.com Ed Hardy blue
See that white button-down in your closet? This is one of the most classic and versatile items of clothing that every fashionista should own! It is an excellent piece which can instantly be styled in various ways that you may have never tried – from dress pants to jeans or shorts to any kind of skirt or dress. Although there are a diverse number of ways to go about this item, many people tend to get stuck in the rut
French fashion design legend Jacques Fath has re-emerged after more than 50 years with a few classic bags like the Equivoque that will finally sold in the US. (JacquesFath.com)
Céline makes gorgeous, sumptuous purses that are desired and coveted around the world. Today is my/our turn; this is a fabulous bag to travel with, or to tote everyday business about town. Whatever you’re doing, will be done with a bit more style if you’re sporting this!
Read about the upcoming collaboration between Tiffany & Co and Lambertson Truex, and what it means for your handbag collection.
What? Furla Aster Metal Struzzo Satchel Where? Guiltlesspurse Color? Red leather Price? $372.50 (regularly $745) Worth the Spend? Yes! Why? It’s the perfect color red to wear with all black work suit…or to rock with a camel shirtdress on Saturday…or some jeans and white shirt with a tartan plaid wide belt. Versatile, edgy, chic and colorful!!
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