Alexander Wang Wool Sweater Dress, $370
Crumpet Cashmere Sweater Dress, $420
Alice + Olivia One Shoulder Dress, $265
Vince Cotton Shirt, $210
Alexander Wang Donna Hobo, $795
Urban Outfitters Turquoise Ring, $24
OPI Nail Polish in Green-Wich Village, $8
Voluspa Boxed Candle, $22
Hermes Cuff, $???
Alexander Wang’s ridiculously popular Coco Duffel was made in a short run of clear PVC. Not for those who cherish privacy.
Alexander Wang Rocca Mini Duffel in Clear PVC was $525 NOW $210 at Shop.AlexanderWang.com
M.A.C. cosmetics has yet again teamed up with a trendy design house to move limited edition make-up. As a make-up artist, I rarely purchase limited edition or special edition cosmetics for my kit but I have to admit the packaging is darling and I needn’t mention anything about the product inside as M.A.C. knows how to deliver.
Products from $12 at MACCOSMETICS.COM and M.A.C. stores.
Nordstrom’s Annual Beauty Exclusives sale stars with the upcoming Anniversary Sale. One thing we can always count on is a selection of great beauty packages and wonderful limited edition versions of our favorites. One upcoming is a Red and Black bottle of Marc Jacobs’ Daisy.
$88 at Nordstrom starting July 16
In 2006, Prada introduced a line of supple and interesting leather bags called the Gaufre. Prada took leather and simple designs and paired those two things with a creative way to acchieve texture. The combination birthed a rouched set of instant classics.
As of Fall/Winter 2010, the Gaufre is back in production.
Some styles for sale and others on pre-order at Saks. Prices from $1495 +
Here are some things that I’d be willing to accept as gifts.
-Kaito Leather Jacket, $450 at Allsaints.com
-Suede Stud Cuff Boot, $175 at Allsaints.com
-Fiorentini and Baker Boot, $680 at Barney’s
-Christian Louboutin Studded Loafers, $995 at Saks
-Balenciaga Messenger, $1385 at Barney’s
-Elizabeth and James Double Cross ring, $114 at shopzoeonline.com
-Blackberry Bold 9000, $290 at Amazon.com
-Elizabeth and James Coil Arm Cuff, $??? at ??????
I am a long-time lover of Balenciaga handbags. The lamb-skin and rock n’ roll style trapped me the first time I saw Nicole Richie carrying one in a tabloid when I was in high school. They can’t go out of style and can truly be worn with just about everything. There are so many styles, colors and shapes that all belong to the same uniform and istantly recognizable mold.
Now, Balenciaga has added a new size/shape to their collection of amazing bags. The Balenciaga Giant Chic Box is small enough for night and has the right Balenciaga style for day. It carries a weighty price tag that generally accompany Balenciaga at $995 (Barney’s) and on sale for $796 (Bluefly).
London-based Bare Bones, the edgy underground art zine, releases its first Global issue this month in Manhattan.
Read Harry Malt’s interview with Dazed and Confused here.
The Row, designed by style twins Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen, has been a label with growing buzz since the line started over three years ago. This year, however, the sisters took The Row to the runway for fall 2010.
The more luxurious line that the sisters design (The less expensive and less subtle line Elizabeth and James has been a favorite of mine since I first laid eyes on it) is built from basic, simple and elegant cuts that still seem to come off as edgy.
The 19-piece collection shown at the 2010 Fall Fashion Week in New York was made entirely from black, navy and white materials. The showcase had several lush pieces including a leather t-shirt and, one of my favorites, a voluminous navy coat with a thin leather belt.
While browsing the internet for interesting or unique jewelry, I came across a line of “vintage” (I use parentheses because I can’t seem to confirm the validity of this statement) cuffs, rings and necklaces from Free People. These pieces are remarkably crude and magnificent. I’m particularly taken by the Amber Cuff.
Here are a few of my favorites. Go to Freepeople.com for more.
“Pyrite Cuff,” $438
“Amber Cuff,” $688
“Aquamarine Bullet Shell Necklace,” $198
I suppose that accessories aren’t the only thing Jacobson is capable of taking from Zoe. Jacobson has been hired by Kate Beckinsale and was even dressed by her for the Cannes Film Festival. A Hollywood stylist landing a B-list actress as a client isn’t front page news but gets interesting when the client belonged to Jacobson’s ex-boss Rachel Zoe.
Beckinsale even appeared on the show with Jacobson and Zoe.
When WWD asked Zoe if she stays in touch with Jacobson, the responded
I don’t care what she does. How’s that? How’s that for an answer?
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