December 2012
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July 2012
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Polish of the day: Kimber by Zoya
My second favorite color from the Zoya Surf Collection of nail polishes. Here’s my first…it added a bit of whimsy to my weekend in Long Island.
This is the Kimber polish, it’s a magenta pink foil metallic. Rich, bright and saturated medium magenta pink with strong gold metallic shimmer and a foil-like finish from the Surf collection.
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Drink of the week: GREY GOOSE® Cherry Noir...
Here is the Drink of the Week. You will enjoy this…responsibly of course.
GREY GOOSE® CHERRY NOIR HAMPTONS PUNCH
Ingredients
5 parts GREY GOOSE® Cherry Noir Flavored Vodka
4 parts fresh-squeezed white grapefruit juice
3 parts strawberries
1 part basil simple syrup
Method
Thinly slice strawberries
Place in a punch vessel Add remaining ingredients and chill for...
[Video] Dior Haute Couture fall/winter 2012...
Dior Haute Couture fall/winter 2012 collection
One of my favorite iconic fashion houses, Dior, presented an amazing haute couture collection on Monday. Newly appointed designer Raf Simons did not disappoint with his playful take on Galliano’s iconic styles of the past.
The 44-year-old Simons said he looked to the house’s 1950s roots.
Dior’s owner Bernard Arnault,...
Givenchy Haute Couture fall/winter 2012 collection
Givenchy Haute Couture Fall/Winter 2012
Givenchy Haute Couture Fall/Winter 2012 Collection—the group shot.
Highlights— beautiful beaded fringes, nude dresses, cashmere skirts, column gowns, wool, kitten-heeled boots.
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Look of the day: Bright + Bold
I love this bright and bold look featuring a mesh insert skater dress by TOPSHOP, hidden platform pumps by Schutz, teardrop earrings by Kendra Scott, and stacked enamel bangles by Adia Kibur.
This look is crisp, fresh, clean, and modern.
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Louis Vuitton Autumn/Winter 2012 ad campaign
Louis Vuitton Autumn/Winter 2012 ad campaign
I’d love to hop on this train to….where-ever.
This is the Louis Vuitton Autumn-Winter 2012 ad campaign showing the gorgeous handbags, outerwear, and other accessories we’ll all be obsessing about in a few months.
This campaign was photographed by Steven Meiseil and features the following models: Mackenzie Drazan, Franzsika...
Midnight lady in Frederick Lee Bridal headdress
Headdress from the exclusive Crystal Obsession collection by Frederick Lee Bridal
This is absolutely stunning! She is called the Midnight lady by Joe Rahim, Assistant Designer at Frederick Lee Bridal. This elegant ornamental headdress is from the exclusive Crystal Obsession collection and is a one of a kind piece. I would love this to wear as a change in clothes at my wedding!
She is...
Artist of the week: People art by Craig Alan
People art by Craig Alan. From GenArt Facebook Page.
I thought this was absolutely captivating. It’s people art by Californian artist Craig Alan. He uses people to create images of pop culture icons such as Marilyn Monroe and others.
Can you guess who is being depicted in the artwork above by Craig Alan?
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Nautical whimsy with Zoya's Wednesday polish
Zoya ‘Wednesday’ polish from the Beach Collection on the LIRR
I’m in love with the newest Zoya summer nail polish collections! As a People StyleWatch Style Hunter, I had the opportunity to try both the Beach and Surf Collections by Zoya.
Being a new mom has made me more aware of the products I use, especially since I’m breastfeeding. I was delighted to have come...
June 2012
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Film: Elie Saab on the streets of Paris (pre-fall...
Still shot from the Elie Saab fashion film, “Balade à Paris,” showing looks from the pre-fall 2012 collection on the streets of Paris
This is a beautiful fashion film depicting the romantic looks from the Elie Saab pre-fall 2012 collection. I love the gorgeous display of the streets of Paris, absolutely makes me long for Autumn and the summer in NYC just started!
Enjoy the...
Watch this: Nigel Barker directs "Dreams are Not...
“Dreams are Not Forgotte” directed and produced by Nigel Barker
World-renowned fashion photographer, Nigel Barker, recently directed and produced an amazing documentary dedicated to the recent hurricane-ruined Haiti. The film is titled “Dreams are Not Forgotten”.
Here is the synopsis:
“Dreams are Not Forgotten” captures the heart and soul of an...
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Beauty: Emma Stone in CHANEL makeup (how-to)
Emma Stone in CHANEL Makeup
I rarely wear makeup. It’s just not my thing. However, I love seeing women beautifully pampered—like Emma Stone is here.
CHANEL celebrity makeup artist, Rachel Goodwin, did a divine job in capturing a glamorous look without applying ten pounds of makeup. She left out the smoky eye fad (which frankly only looked fabulous in editorials) and...
DSquared2 video ad campaign (Autumn/Winter 2012)
Still shot of the DSQUARED2 A/W12 Campaign Film
A few hours ago, Dazed Digital released the much anticipated DSquared2 Autumn/Winter 2012 campaign video. Designers (and brothers) Dean and Dan Caten of DSquared2 partnered with Mert Alas & Marcus Piggott to create an artsy video campaign soundtracked by Shirley Ellis’ ‘The Clapping Song’, paying homage to 60s teen...
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Maison Martin Margiela for H&M collection - fall...
Maison Martin Margiela collaborates with H&M for a Fall 2012 collection
Early this morning, H&M confirmed its collaboration with Maison Martin Margiela. The collection is due out in 230 stores worldwide on November 15, 2012.
Maison Martin Margiela, known for its conceptual and timeless styles, will create garments and accessories for men and women.
“ Maison Martin Margiela is...
Chris Benz Resort 2013 - my favorite looks
Chris Benz Resort 2013
I just came across the Chris Benz Resort 2013 collection. It’s beautiful and fresh. Mood altering bold colors and summer fever inducing patterns.
The CHRIS BENZ Resort 2013 Collection highlights the idealism of travel, from saturated brights to perfectly packable looks designed for spontaneous getaways. Mid-century prints dance merrily with washed chambray,...
I love: Carrera y Carrera dragon bracelet
Carrera y Carrera Dragon Bracelet
Too bad my darling already bought me a fabulous push present! I love this dragon bracelet by Carrera y Carrera. How perfect would it have been to receive this?— Zoë was born in the year of the dragon and her birthstone is the diamond.
Here are the incredible details about the Carrera y Carrera Dragon Bracelet.
Strength, personality and good...
Drink this: Popbar's Frozen Hot Chocolate
Frozen Hot Chocolate by Popbar
From the same Popologists that brought you Hot Chocolate on a Stick, introducing Popbar’s new summer drink—Frozen Hot Chocolate! That will get you in the mood to do…whatever it is you’ve been putting off for the past few weeks (like myself).
If you loved Popbar’s Hot Chocoloate on a Stick, then you’re going to obsess...
CFDA: Reed Krakoff Accessory Designer of the Year
The Council of Fashion Designers of America (CFDA) has announced Reed Krakoff as the winner of the 2012 Accessory Designer of the Year Award. This honor is given to the designer who has made the most outstanding contribution to and has influenced the direction of accessory design, with his or her Spring and Fall 2012 Collections. This is Reed’s first win for his namesake label. The 2012 CFDA...
Montblanc opens biggest store in the world in...
The biggest Montblanc store in the world, Beijing
International guests from the worlds of film, music and the arts joined luxury Maison Montblanc for an epic and unique celebration to launch its new 4-story store in the heart of Sanlitun in Beijing. This contemporary and imposing concept store is Montblanc’s biggest flagship in the world, a place where visitors will be invited to discover...
MoMA: Tokyo 1955-1970
Tokyo exhibit at the MoMA. Moriyama Daidō. Majorette, Tokyo. 1967. Gelatin silver print. 18 7/8 x 14 11/16 in. (48.1 x 37.4 cm). The Museum of Modern Art, New York. Gift of the photographer. © 2012 Moriyama Daidō
The MoMA has added an amazing exhibition about Tokyo, scheduled to start on November 18, 2012. It examines the dynamic transformation of artistic practices in...
Art: The Call Parade in São Paulo, Brazil
Here is some fun, conversational art you would love to stumble upon during your travels in let’s say….Brazil!
The city of São Paulo, Brazil created an innovative public arts project involving 100 artists. The assignment was to all was to redesign 100 public telephone booths around the city. The project entitled Call Parade has already hit the streets. Here are a few of my...
Shop for a cause: David Yurman Petite Wheaton Ring
This spring, give back to children in need with David Yurman. A portion of your purchase of a David Yurman Petite Wheaton Ring will benefit Jewelers for Children, an organization that helps children whose lives have been affected by illness, abuse or neglect through key charities, including St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital and Make-A-Wish Foundation. Jewelers for Children is an...
Picture of the day: Double rainbow in NYC
This was the double rainbow that took over Twitter yesterday evening. It was seen in the skies of NYC and made my day.
How can one refuse to think that anything is possible after experiencing this spectacular exhibition by Mother Nature. http://bit.ly/K8CTtM
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May 2012
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I love: My Warby Parker sunglasses
Wearing my Warby Parker sunglasses “evelyn” in whiskey tortoise
I am in love with my Warby Parker sunglasses. I received these in the mail as a gift from Warby Parker just before Zoë was born and I could not wait to get back to a somewhat normal life of going out so that I can wear them.
In the image above I’m wearing the “Evelyn” sunnies in Whiskey...
