J.Crew Carrington Crystal Bow Necklace

I was head over heels in love when first laying eyes on this incredible necklace. I always mention the mixing of hard a soft elements and this necklace gives it to you hard with chains but softens it with ribbons.  Featured on the cover of Glamour magazine, being sported by our very elegant very classy very stylish first lady, I've known about this amazing piece for some time now but couldn't post about it until it was paid for a safely packaged and being shipped by the lovely employees of J.CREW. This necklace will cost you about $300, I know I know, it made me raise my eyebrows up to my hairline as well but here are the details of it...

"A stunning statement piece, designed in collaboration with NYC-Based (and press darling Fenton-Fallon. Crafted from exquisite Swarovski crystals and Czech stones (each one is individually set by hand on a tumbled mix of chains) and carefully finished with 100 percent silk, hand-dyed and tied ribbons that match the stones' brilliant palette. The essence of tough chic meets uptown glamour-this is thenecklace everyone else will covet. Gold and copper ox-plated brass chains with ahnd set cubic zirconium, Swarovski crystals and Czech stones (antique gold) or hand set glass. Lobster clasp"

Boy do they know how to sell it, and yes Im buying it! Photos to follow.
All the joy bling can bring (-;

Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week New York Hervé Léger Fall 2010

"We realized that if you wear Hervé Léger, you have to be in shape," explained Lubov backstage after the show. "You know, you lace up tennis shoes, so we started to lace up bodices—and then moved on to ergonomics."


While keeping with the idea of the signature bandage dress, Hervé Léger took an already perfected idea and expanded. Putting a sporty twist on the Fall 2010 collection adding, mesh ribbons and of course, major banding in shades of nudes, as well as ink splashes. But, my most favorite element of the collection were the neoprane jackets and skinny legging like pants, which wearing I'm sure would be the equivalent to waking up with a rock star! To absolutely live for! 

Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week New York Erro Fall 2010

 “I see the idea of detachment, of taking something apart and using pieces in unexpected ways, as anoher exploration of the beauty of imperfection,” -Anna Larson

On Wednesday, February 10th, I witnessed black magic. Anna Larson, proved in Erro's Fall 2010 collection, that Black is and will always be, the new Black. Constructing the looks, with the idea of detachment in mind, an assortment of layered black fabrics were used to create this sleek cougar-esk collection. Each piece strong enough to work alone but, versatile enough to be layered and built into a more intricate look. Comprised of everything from fur, to knits, leggings and shoulder pads, the collection was very New York, very sophisticated, and very sexy. Vampy without dreary, black without boring, think exclusive modern goth with gladiator appeal and raven characteristics. Take a look

Photos courtesy of thefader.com

Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week New York Nicole Miller Fall 2010

I was lucky to have gained last minute entry to Nicole Millers Fall 2010 ready to wear on Friday.  The collection was made up of mostly black, (not mad at that) sophistication, but with some edge! I was expecting, mature, slightly conservative, smart fashion. This collection, not only met but exceeded my expectations. While it was grown up, it most certainly wasn't boring, and the edgy kick was a pleasant surprise. Very city, very chic, Nicole Millers Fall 2010 included, skullies, leg warmers, tons of cashmere and killer coats! Here are my favorite looks from the collection.

BCBG MAX AZRIA FALL 2010 RTW

        

Colored blocked, muted tones with a pop of sequin, gave a modern feel to a bohemian look. Light weight silks and knits, layered and belted at the waist, this collection was focused more on reality than Fantasy and more consumer driven. Able to transition from summer right into fall, check out some of my favorite looks from todays collection.

Alexander McQueen Lives on

"On behalf of Lee McQueen's family, Alexander McQueen today announces the tragic news that Lee McQueen, the founder and designer of the Alexander McQueen brand has been found dead at his home. At this stage it is inappropriate to comment on this tragic news beyond saying that we are devastated and are sharing a sense of shock and grief with Lee's family.

Lee's family has asked for privacy in order to come to terms with this terrible news and we hope the media will respect this."

More from a personal perspective later, I currently can not. )-;

RIP, God save the Queen.

Models International’s “Because We Love You” Intimate New York Fashion Week Valentine’s Mixer At Ajna Bar

• I was extremely pleased to have attended The Models International’s “Because We Love You” New York Fashion Week Valentine’s Mixer At Ajna Bar last night. MI is a premier boutique modeling agency consisting of of 200 male and female models internationally, their bookers and agents have over 60 years of combined industry experience in fashion, commercials, celebrity endorsement, film and television. The asian inspired Ajna bar, previously Buddha Bar, was the perfect space to hold this very intimate and chic mixer.  Swimming with gorgeous talent, and Fashion mavens, this was a fashionably social event to kick start fashion week. See photos below courtesy of Rule4080.

The Revolution Will Be Computerized. Digital Fashion, ALexander Wang & Rodarte

Its snowing out, but that doesn't mean you have to miss any of all that fashion week has to offer! Just in time for the blanket of snow covering the tri-state area, on the eve of the most fashionable time of the year, Alexander Wang and Rodarte have decided to follow in the footsteps of Marc Jacobs,  Alex MCQ, Louis Vuitton, Calvin Klein, and Burberry. Livestreaming their fashion shows made easy by SHOWstudio.com helping to conjoin, consumer and industry. Deemed as the future of fashion shows, having a digital calendar, in addition to a physical calendar allows editors, stylist, and buyers to ultimately be in two places at once, reaching a broader audience, increasing visibility, brand marketing, and sales. 

The two shows will be digitally presented live on SHOWstudio, with Wang’s debuting at 5 p.m. on February 13 and Rodarte following at noon on February 16.

Patricia Field *Hearts Cafe Bustelo

Mariska Hargitay / Olivia Benson

                                                                  
Law and Order SVU, is my absolute favorite show. While don't watch it for fashion purposes, as I do with a few of my other favorites. However,  I've taken notice on every episode character Olivia Benson, wears to small gold chains. Now, I'm quite busy, and I love the layered jewelry look but, I at times can't find the time to even layer t-shirts.  The purposeful symbolism behind this significant  jewelry is worth taking the extra time to layer up.
 The necklace she wears on every episode, says Fearlessness and is from her foundation, The Joyful Heart Foundation. Heres what she had to say about it;

"After taking the role of Detective Olivia Benson on NBC’s Law & Order: Special Victims Unit, I began to realize that the effects of an assault linger long after the bruises have healed.

So I became a trained victim’s advocate through the Mt. Sinai Sexual Assault & Violence Intervention (SAVI) Program and started to speak out and help raise awareness surrounding the issues of sexual assault and domestic violence. “

"One is a gold pendant engraved in Sanskrit with “Abhaya” meaning “Fearlessness.” You can purchase it on Joyful Heart’s web site (www.joyfulheartfoundation.org). The other necklace I wear is called the "Studio Waterfall." It's a yellow sapphire and diamond necklace from Michael Eigen Jewelers!!" Its for both her character and for Mariska,"The necklace Benson wears is part of Mariska Hargitay's real life. She spends a lot of her own time outside of the show working with sexual assault victims. One cause she is deeply involved in is the Joyful Heart Foundation, which is committed to the healing of rape and sexual assault victims. The pendant Mariska wears is called the “Fearlessness Necklace” and 100% of its sale profits go directly to the Joyful Heart Foundation. For more information on the foundation and the necklace you can go to Mariska.com and/or the joyfulheartfoundation"

-Mariska

www.Mariska.com