Archive for November 2011

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This Makes Sense: Iris Apfel is Designing an Eyewear Collection

You can’t hear the name Iris Apfel without conjuring up images of the 90-year-old style icon’s oversized eye glasses. Along with eclectic jewelry, they’ve become her signature. So, it should come as no surprise that after a slew of jewelry collaborations, Apfel has her sights set on designing an eyewear collection.

She’s collaborating with Eyebobs, a company known for its stylish reading glasses. Though an Iris Apfel-designed collection won’t bow until 2013, they’ve launched a limited edition frame inspired by her called, of course, the “Iris.” The thick-rimmed, oval-shaped frame is available in three colors starting in January and proceeds will benefit Lighthouse International, one of Apfel’s favorite charities, WWD is reporting.

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Get Your Holiday Party On in Max Studio’s Leon Max Collection

By Fashionista Monday, Nov 21, 2011 / 2:15 PM


The holiday season is fast approaching, bringing with it a slew of holiday parties. If you’re stumped about what to wear once it’s time to step out, check out these 6 must-have holiday dresses from Max Studio’s Leon Max Fall 2011 Collection. Whether you are looking for eye-catching color or something sleek and black, Max Studio has a dress for all your holiday socials–from corporate events to cocktail parties.

Be the picture of effortless style in any of these dresses. Each piece has a unique element highlighting a keen attention to detail. Whether you gravitate to tailored looks or prefer elegant, billowy pieces, you can be sure these dresses will complement your style. The seagreen draped bow dress is full of texture and movement. The gossamer fabric is draped and pleated into soft shapes giving it a romantic yet modern feel.

The ruby dress is ready for the party season! The ruffled side drape cascades from a knotted detail at the neckline making it an effortless piece to dress up for evening. The ponte de roma slim dress fits like a dream. Criss-crossing satin sashes at the waist help to create a curve skimming silhouette that is comfortable and flattering.

We all know a true sign of a good holiday dress is its ability to be accessorized. Add all the glitz and sparkle associated with the season to elevate these looks and make them your very own. So what are you waiting for? Get all your holiday dressing done right now!

Visit Max Studio for these and more dresses for the season.

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Street Style: Audrey Thinks You Should ‘Dress Like You’ve Always Got Somewhere To Go’

Name: Audrey

Age: 19

Occupation: Student, Blogger

Where are you from originally? New Zealand.

How would you describe your style? Quite classic and slightly formal.

What was the last thing you bought? A Snoopy Christmas Tree.

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  • Monday, Nov 21, 2011 / 1:30 PM
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Fashion News Roundup

Fashion News Roundup: Lady Gaga Will Be at Barneys Tonight, Miranda Kerr Went Shopping at Victoria’s Secret, and the Perils of Injecting Fix-a-Flat Into Your Ass

Lady Gaga Will Make an Appearance at Barneys New York TODAY:  Well, it technically may be tomorrow. The ribbon cutting for Gaga’s Workshop is happening at 11:59 pm and she will reportedly be there. No word yet on whether Barneys is letting her wield the scissors.  {Facebook}

Rebecca Black’s Song “Friday” Used For–Wait For It–Black Friday Commercial: Is Kohl’s crazy? Or crazy like a fox? The retailer used the YouTube sensation Rebecca Black’s song “Friday” and adapted it for the biggest shopping day of the year. {New York Daily News}

Miranda Kerr Spotted Shopping at Victoria’s Secret: The Angel popped into a Victoria’s Secret store on Fifth Avenue and 19th Street in NYC over the weekend with baby Flynn. The shop girls couldn’t quite place her, but eventually they figured it out. Let’s hope they gave Miranda the employee discount. {Page Six}

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Would You Rather?

Would You Rather…? The J.Lo Vs. Britney Sparkly Nude Bodysuit Edition

By Dhani Mau Monday, Nov 21, 2011 / 12:00 PM

Jennifer Lopez delivered a show-stopping performance at last night’s AMA’s, which included three costume changes and lots of getting down on the floor. However, one of Jenny from the block’s costumes looked like it had been around the block–specifically on Britney Spears circa 2003. Read more »

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The Top 10 Sartorial Moments from the American Music Awards

Last night at the American Music Awards, we watched some awesome performances, heartwarming speeches and surprising appearances (um, the Hoff, anyone?), but mostly we were looking at all the amazing (and strange) sartorial choices.

From Nicki Minaj’s surprisingly sedate and high fashion gown (well, she did pair her ODLR with pink curls), to the adorable Sophia Grace, check out our favorite fashion moments from the night.

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Michelle Obama Goes to a NASCAR Race; Gets Booed In Margiela

By Cheryl Wischhover Monday, Nov 21, 2011 / 10:32 AM

MIchelle Obama and Jill Biden popped over to a NASCAR race in Florida this weekend to serve as Grand Marshals, and received a rather, um, lukewarm welcome. People actually booed them, which you can hear on this video on Gawker. At least she looked good, in spite of the boos, wearing a Maison Martin Margiela top. Mrs. O reports that the FLOTUS’ Margiela top was last seen at an event in 2009. You think the NASCAR fans just hate edgy Belgian fashion? Read more »

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Valentino To Launch Virtual Museum Featuring 5,000 Images, 95 Runway Shows and More; Here’s a Peek

When so much of the fashion world seems to be launching retrospective coffee table books and museum exhibitions, Valentino is cutting out the high price tags and long lines with a virtual museum. It’s literally an entire museum dedicated to Valentino, but on your computer through a desktop application you can download online on December 5. According to a release, the retrospective museum, which spans 50 years of Valentino, would cover over 100,000 square feet if it were real.

In addition to over 300 gorgeous dresses from the Valentino archives, the museum’s content will include sketches, illustrations, ad campaigns, editorials and photos of events and memorable red carpet moments (Jackie O, Julia Roberts, etc). There’s also a library of 5,000 images and 95 runway show videos.

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Carine Roitfeld Talks Kate Middleton, Aging, and Her New Magazine

It’s looking like a slow news day with the Versace for H&M madness subsiding (or at least shifting to eBay) and Thanksgiving coming up, so we were psyched to find this Carine Roitfeld interview with the UK’s Guardian, published over the weekend. It’s another piece timed to the release of her new-ish book Irreverent (a lovely holiday gift!), and even though Carine has given tons of interviews to promote Irreverent, she never runs out of witty, charming and hilarious things to say.

In this interview, she advises women to dress their age and never ever borrow from their daughters closets:

As you get older, you must never share your wardrobe with your daughter. Never ever. You will never look beautiful in a jean jacket and a mini-skirt, even if you have a beautiful body. You have to wear something for your age or you will look really ridiculous. There are too many 50-year-olds dressing as 20-year-olds. You have to look every five years at your wardrobe and say: “Is it OK to wear this with my legs? Is it OK to wear sleeveless with my arms?’ Then you have a cull. It’s not nice but you have to do it.

It’s good advice. Click through for more highlights, including Carine’s thoughts on Twilight, her new magazine, and her habit of styling shoots with with scissors and meat.

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Best Dressed

Best Dressed: Gwen Stefani in Carven, Miranda Kerr in Peter Pilotto and More

By Alaina Hernandez Sunday, Nov 20, 2011 / 1:00 PM

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Fashion Careers

Looking For a Job or Internship In Fashion? Check Out Our Careers Page!

By Nora Crotty Sunday, Nov 20, 2011 / 11:00 AM

If you’ve been dreaming about a career in fashion but don’t know how or where to start, you’ve come to the right place! Our careers page is loaded with all the latest openings – and you could be the one to fill them. Whether you’re interested in being a press intern at Fenton Fallon, learning PR at Lancôme, or furthering your career as a Style Director for People.com, our careers page has got it all. Read more »

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Makeup Gets Artsy: Palettes and Powders That Are Too Pretty to Actually Use

Arguably you shouldn’t pay attention to the way a makeup is packaged–it’s all about how it looks on you, right? We all know (and so do cosmetics companies) that subconsciously we’re drawn to the most appealing and beautiful packaging. Companies have taken this concept a step further lately by making the palettes themselves into tiny works of art: Embossed designs and colorful patterns mixed into pressed powders are making our medicine cabinets a lot prettier. From the poshest of brands to the drugstore, you can find these gorgeous palettes everywhere.

Click through to see makeup that looks as good in the package as it does on your face.

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