Rachel Roy Pre-Fall 2010 Preview

Mesmerized by Edward Steichen’s 1924 portrait of Hollywood legend Gloria Swanson and her intense stare through a veil of lace, Rachel Roy was inspired to imagine what type of woman she would be. Channeling the allure of the East, Roy experimented with jeweled exotic prints, plenty of unexpected lace prints and over-the-top feather embroidery — all in classic silhouettes with a modern twist. Roy says she expresses herself through fashion and hopes to inspire her customers to do the same.
-WWD

UPTOWNSocial » Couture Meets Casual: Valentino x Gap

Esteemed fashion house Valentino has gone through many changes in the last few years. Valentino Garavani stepped down as creative director and Maria Grazia Chiuri and Pier Picciolo took over the reigns. While maintaining brand integrity and couture craftsmanship, Chiuri and Picciolo are shifting the brand to a more wearable, daily living line, rather than an exclusively red carpet brand. And what better way to accomplish that goal than by collaborating with Gap, the ultimate American sportswear company?

In celebration of Gap’s arrival in Italy, Valentino has produced a seven-piece capsule collection. Merging Valentino’s feminine flair of ruffles and bows with Gap’s stylish basics, the collection is composed of wearable, fashionable, and luxurious basics. An above-the-knee tiered khaki skirt with a bow on the hip, a soothing grey T-shirt accented with an oversize bow, a hooded sweatshirt—a Gap staple—and cargo pants with frill-bordered pockets make up the core of the collection.

The most stunning piece is the parka. Fashioned in heavyweight khaki cotton and adorned with three-dimensional ruffles, the parka is available in three different styles: the jacket, a hooded cropped jacket, and a longer parka accented with ruffles around the neckline.

Unfortunately, the collection is not available in the U.S. or online, so you may have to call in a few international favors to get your hands on some.

Valentino x Gap collection is now available at select stores throughout Europe: Gap in Milan and Britain, and Colette in Paris.

Sachin+Babi Necklace

sachin+babi - cortona necklace

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MAC X Nicki Minaj Pink Friday

I am possibly the latest person in the world posting on the MAC X Nicki Minaj Pink Friday lipstick and the irony of it is, I had it before it became available to the public but, If it weren't for the last minutes leading up to weeks after, I wouldn't get anything done.
MAC launched Nicki Minaj's Pink Friday limited edition lipstick on Black friday and was only available for four consecutive days while supplies last. Nicki and I both shared a love for MAC's Pink Nouveau lipstick, though at times depending on my tan it could could look too bright against the yellow undertones in my face.

Pink Friday, luckily is a muted with blue undertone, a creamy satin cotton candy shade that blends well with my face even with lack of sun and or bronzer. It just works.

Pink Friday ofcourse is currently sold out but , it will return (available online only) on Dec. 10 and 17.

Kate Spade New York Charm Shoes

These shoes are so beautiful in person, and I've had my eye on them for sometime, especially with the load of holiday parties on the horizon. The are currently $325 at Nordstrom, which is very practical compared to the Louboutin Pigalle shoes. I also love the bow on the Charm shoes, some may say its too much, but by now you all know for me its just enough. Anyhow, I digress. I found these Kate Spade Charm shoes, in Marshalls in harlem for the low low price of $179.99 yesterday. We are all smiles.

Defiles from Paris Fashion Icons

Featured on MyFlashTrash.com 30 fashion icons by way of Defiles form Paris. Ranging in prices $80 to $390 I am a devoted Karl follower yet conflicted on if this could be seen as a chic collectors item or a cheesy 40 Year Old Virgin action figure. In the mean time have a look at the Protection collection, line of rosaries. Protection from what you ask? Being a victim of fashion I presume! 

In my book of Godly saints, Karl is lord, and I am going to church! (add to cart)

The adored Anna Wintour 

Every Fashionista’s Vogue Icon, show your secret style crush some love with the Anna Wintour pendant necklace by Défilés from Paris.

Handcrafted in Paris from Silver plated Tin and enameled this one of a kind adornment will add eye-catching style to every look.

Strung on a Gold Plated Chain 30cm in Length

Azzedine Alaïa

”Azzedine Alaïa is a classicist, possessing a total understanding of the architecture of the female form, of how to drape, and of how to use materials”

Slip on the Azzedine Alaïa pendant necklace by Défilés from Paris for an instant hit of timeless fashion cool.

Handcrafted in Paris from Silver plated Tin, wear this fashion focused adornment to add a playful hint of insider style to your look.

Strung on a Silver Plated Chain measuring 30cm in length

Yves Saint Laurent

Considered one of the greatest names in French Fashion, Yves Saint Laurent embodied parisian chic. Add a touch of Rive Gauche style to your look with the iconic designer in pendant form, by Défilés from Paris.

Handcrafted in Paris from Silver plated Tin, wear this stylish adornment to lift any look from bleak to chic.

Strung on a Silver Plated Chain measures 30cm in length

Alber Elbaz

If you lust after Lanvin show the fash pack your credentials with the fabulously enviable, Alber Elbaz necklace by Défilés from Paris.

Handcrafted in Paris from Silver plated Tin and enameled, this darling necklace is an instant style fix.

Strung on a Silver Plated Chain.

http://www.myflashtrash.com/products-page/defiles-from-paris/

Old World Glamour

Title: Дворцовая интрига Magazine: Vogue Russia December 2010

Model: Ashley Smith Photographer: Sharif Hamza Stylist: Simon Robins Designer: Maison Martin Margiela

Via Noir Facade.

Anna Tunhav in Harper's Bazaar Mexico November 2010

Viva Mexico.

Moon Manicures & Daily Candy

I have recently felt quite bored with basic manicures, and though I haven't been daring enough to jump on the Minx nail trend and though I opted too soon for teflons; I received a very exciting email from Daily Candy giving me a great incentive to try something new. Check out the email below.

One coat just won’t do.

LACQUER
Moon Manicures
What: Two of our editors’ favorite new obsession, this crescent-shaped, dual-tone nail design was lifted straight from the runways (VPL, Ruffian).
Why: DC readers who mention code moon when booking get the lunar paint job (reg. $21) for the price of a regular manicure ($14).
When: Deal thru Dec. 2. Mon.-Fri., 11 a.m.-7 p.m.; Sat. & Sun., 10 a.m.-6 p.m.
Where: Eve Salon, 55 W. 8th St., b/t Sixth Ave. & MacDougal St. (212-807-8054). 

Clearly Im siked and cant wait until next week when I give it a try and post every step for you guys. in the mean time check out some variations of the hot trend dating back tot the 20's!

                                

Punk and Privilege Holiday Gift Guide 2010

J.Crew Crystal bloom necklace

$150.00

Lanvin for H&M New York Event

"The Best Head Comes From a Thug"-Khia

I was recently inspired by an Anna Dello Russo blog post about her collection of head-pieces and now heads;

"My last passion is HEAD-PIECES

to collect them and to preserve themis a problem because they going to dieif they are not worn.

Then I've started the collection of HEADSmatching with the WIGS to be ableto visualize better the look of the HATS"Anna

After reading this post I began to think and survey my room, and come to think of it I too was a head collector.  Here are a few flicks of some I hope to have in my possession by summer.