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What you should be doing RIGHT NOW....

Alexander McQueen

Spring/ Summer Sale is now %60 off. Including, accessories, men and women RTW, and accessories. 

417 W. 14th St., New York, NY 10014 nr. Ninth Ave. 212-645-1797  *Photo courtesy of the magnificent designer Viktor Luna

I *heart* Sample Sales

Catherine Malandrino 

6/21/10-6/23/10 • Mon 10am-9pm, Tue & Wed 8am-8pm

Location: 123 W 18th St.(btwn 6th & 7th Ave)

Payment Type: N/A 

Designer shorts are $45 (reg. $245), dresses are $145 (reg. $495-$695), and tops are $95 (reg. $325).

Vivienne Westwood Anglomania And More 70% Off

6/22/10-6/25/10 • Tue-Fri 10am-8pm

Location: 544 W 27th St, 6th Fl (btwn 10th & 11th)

Payment Type: Cash / Charge 

70-80% off retail at Scatola Sartoriale. Vivienne Westwood Anglomania tops, skirts, and dresses on sale. Dresses are now $150, originally $750+! Get summer ready with airy dresses and lightweight scarves, prices as low as $39! 

Rachel Zoe to launch her own line, I DIE!

According to WWD, Stylist to the stars, Rachel Zoe, will launch her own long over due fashion brand  which will be a lifestyle brand, contemporary accessories, shoes and apparel, for now, and later a home decor line that will launch in better department stores, specialty stores and e-commerce worldwide for fall 2011 this fall after inking a deal with LF USA. Heres more form WWD; 

Nothing is designed yet, but Zoe, who is in the process of hiring a design team, said, "You will definitely see me in the clothes. Like, you will absolutely see my trademark pieces. I'll definitely do faux furs and incredible leather jackets and great trousers. But I'm catering to a broader audience."

 Thanks to her Bravo reality show, "The Rachel Zoe Project" (season three airs Aug. 3), that audience is largely built in. The second season drew an average of 1 million viewers, who are by now well versed in Zoe's signature look: famously overaccessorized and anchored in sunny, Seventies glam. Add to that her sparrowlike frame and tumbling blonde hair, a million strands of which are carpeting the carpet of her suite at the Trump Soho, and the package has made her an easy target. She's a girl girls love to hate. 

"I've been burned more times than one could count," said Zoe. Too many times. That's my own fault for being a bit naïve, but I can tell you it won't happen again. I can tell you that you just got to keep 10 eyes open. You do. And, I think, as a woman, people want to see women go down a little quicker." 

But behind the fabulous fashion and "Oh my God!," Zoe knows how to operate. "The bottom line for me is if I'm passionate about it, I will sell it like crazy because I love it," said Zoe.

I couldnt have said it better myself

Rachel Rachel Roy Rebel Yell

Last week, I received a wonderful email, from www.RachelRoy.com entitled Rebel Yell-footwear that makes a statement, featuring the newest collection of shoes by Rachel Rachel Roy. Lots of rocker-esq (I'm smiling already) embellished shoes in fantastic colors and edgy styles. Here are a few of my top picks.

Emillia $109

Kaytee $99

Nadia $109

Naima $139

Sadanna $129

Sadler $120

Villie $159

Also being offered is 30% off all sale shoes as well as free shipping on all orders $75 and over. Great fashion, great prices and free shipping. Happy Shopping!

Tom Binns Disney Couture

“I would rather have eyes that cannot see; ears that cannot hear; lips that cannot speak, than a heart that cannot love”

Tom Binns has yet to create a piece for Disney Jewelry that does not take me back to a time of lighthearted laughter fun and easy going playfulness. His Disney couture designs some how capture the whimsical fantasy of Alice in Wonderland but still manage to sprinkle sophistication making it suitable for even those out of junior high. 

   His latest edition, Disney Couture Hearts necklace. A beautiful cascade of chain layered black hearts. Available for pre-order here, for the girl who is over wearing her heart on her sleeve, she wears not one but many of all the hearts shes conquered. 

Certainly Not A Last Resort-Lanvin Resort 2011

“Sometimes if you go too clean, you lose a dream, and women would be nothing without that lasting dream, and far-fetched fantasy.” -Alber Elbaz 

LACOSTE USA VANITY FAIR Royal Pains

I received this wonderful email this afternoon, we love discounts, we love charity and we live for Lacoste so here are the details on this great event. Enjoy!

As many of you know we have teamed up with USA Network’s hit series Royal Pains for a summer shirt exchange program.  The program will kick off tomorrow in Greeley Square (right below Herald Square) from 8am to 6pm.  Anyone who brings in a gently used shirt (no stains, no holes) will receive a $50 gift card to Lacoste boutiques. The shirt can be any brand.  Unfortunatly employees are not eligible for the gift cards, but we encourage you to send the below and attached invite to all your friends!  This is such an exciting program and we hope you will help support the cuase.

The program will also roll out to all our stores until June 20.  For anyone who brings in a gently used shirt to any of our stores from 6/3 – 6/20 will receive a 20% discount of any one full priced item.  So for all your friends not in NYC, they still have a chance to take part.

We'll Always Have Paris *Chanel Sale*

According to MAS, Chanel is starting their sale Wednesday, June 2nd. Ready-to-wear, shoes, and accessories will be reduced 40%. Bags are not included in the markdown and Only the jewelry from cruise collection will be discounted.  Enjoy!

H&M Fight Against AIDS Campaign

On 20th May 2010, H&M launched its third Fashion Against AIDS campaign, which includes the first festival collection, with 25% of the sales donated to youth HIV/AIDS awareness projects. Sold through the Divided youth departments, the collection for both guys and girls will encompass the whole festival experience, from clothes and accessories through to tents and sleeping bags, all the while raising funds to promote the message of safe sex.

Snake Charmer

“Even if a snake is not poisonous, it should pretend to be venomous.”

Rings are a fun accessory that not only can be used to decorate your outfit, but they're able to convey a message. Wether the message comes from an engagement finger that says I'm married or a divorce ring, that according to Lisa Bower can symbolizes hope, freedom, and a new beginning. I have collected a few rings over time now, and while I wouldn't say I've purchased one particular ring to express a specific message, I'm a lover of big intricate statement pieces be it jewelry clothing or accessories and interesting pieces always catch my eye. Recently, spotted on some unique fashionistas was this amazing Adderbite Snake Ring by Alchemy. Two finger rings, are all thats on my mind right now, and this rings does it in such a clever way for a great price $45! Below, is the matchless snake ring of my dreams which Im hoping arrives this week and as far as what message it conveys.....FEARLESS.

The Best Damn Eyebrow Tutorial, Period.

I have been asked about what I do, to my eyebrows in regards to makeup and maintenance a few times.  and its very simple. First I should tell you, I am extremely anal when it comes to my eyebrows, because I have a large face and I feel a thick, squared shape suits me best. Everyone has had their hair removal horror stories, but I can tell you exactly how I want my eyebrows in English, Spanish and Cantonese. Once the strays are removed, I use powder and an angled brush and fill in where they thin out. I've tried stencils, razors, and threading (which by the way I will never ever ever do again, Im quite partial to pain but that was just unbearable to me personally) but with very fine eyebrows, waxing seems to give me the best result with the least amount of pain, but of course do what works best for you to achieve your desired result.

  I could try to describe in a million words what to do but without a proper video tutorial it wouldn't be much fun. The bad news is, after a recent trip I am terribly sun burned and I will not be recording anything not even a voicemail! Now for the good news, I have found the *QUEEN* of all eyebrow tutorials!! Seriously, its incredibly easy and produces neat natural glamorous results. I of course wouldn't post with out trying first, I loved the results and think you will too. Check it out and let me know if this works for you or what your eyebrow tricks of the trade are.

  
    
 

What a Tangled Web We Weave

What a tangled web we weave by Sari Norris featuring Vera Wang jewelry

Items in this set:
ROBERTO CAVALLI NPS260 SILVER LEATHER 1879301, 570 GBP
K. Brunini Spider Web Cuff Bracelet, K Brunini Bracelets, Spider Web..., $10,000
Spiderweb Earrings, $1,050
Beaded Web Bib Necklace, $795
Spider Swarovski crystal ring, $430

Watchmen

This summer, aside from the enormous embellished bibbs, the colossal editor statement rings, and all the joy bling can bring, earrings. One of the most important classic items you can sport is a great watch. Classic in a traditional staple sense however, anything but boring.  While gold watches are a time honored tradition, big face gold finish models are being seen everywhere from national fashion campaigns, such as Michael Kors, catwalks as well as sidewalks. Ranging in all prices, whether you're choice is simple or over the top you're sure to find something in your price range and to your liking. I am a fan of large face watches and like them to hang a bit, and if this is your preference also, my suggestion would be purchase a mens watch and have a few links removed at your local jeweler. Above are a few twist on the standard style!