tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-68778788973661890042024-03-12T22:33:02.498-07:00Dress Up. Write Down.Vanessa Voigthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04677664216926830581noreply@blogger.comBlogger29125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6877878897366189004.post-63156838287744075672015-06-12T13:24:00.001-07:002015-06-23T09:01:46.306-07:00Footwear for a Goddess <br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Shine like a summer goddess with the footwear of
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">The knee high gladiator sandal, donned by the Greek gods themselves, was seen all over the Spring/Summer 2015 runways, including at <span style="color: magenta;">Chloe, Valentino</span> and <span style="color: magenta;">Diane von Furstenberg.</span></span> </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Boost mega style into any casual or dressy summer look by lacing up these
chic, statement sandals knee high. <br />
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Gladiator flats allow you to forgo the heel without losing sex appeal. What's a
sultrier than leg lace ups? <br />
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The gladiator heel has stood the test of time for thousands of years without
going out of style. Versatile, stylish, and comfortable, the tie up gladiator
sandal is the shoe of the millennium fit for a goddess. <o:p></o:p></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">(Pictured left to right: <span style="color: lime;">Chloe</span>
SS15, <span style="color: lime;">Alberta Ferretti</span> SS15, <span style="color: lime;">Valentino</span> FW14 Couture)</span><o:p></o:p><br />
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Vanessa Voigthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04677664216926830581noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6877878897366189004.post-46121407197245871462013-02-25T12:56:00.000-08:002013-02-26T10:39:26.015-08:00Feet Forward<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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It's exciting when you see fashion change. It may be one of the only perks of getting older. My favorite new evolution seen on the <strong><span style="color: magenta;">Spring 2013</span></strong> runways is with the beloved heel. Rather than a slightly curved heel, it is strikingly straight, and it protrudes from the very back of the sole, rather than a bit in front of it. These may sound like minor adjustments, but actually, their affect is quite mod!<br />
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<span style="font-size: x-large;">More Straight & Chic Spring 2013 Footwear...</span><br />
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And the slanted heel is still sleek, as seen at <strong><span style="color: magenta;">Miu Miu</span></strong>...<br />
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Vanessa Voigthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04677664216926830581noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6877878897366189004.post-77182752032770831772013-01-14T08:15:00.003-08:002013-01-17T06:32:50.549-08:00The Match-Up<span style="color: magenta;"><span style="color: black;">I loved how matchy matchy </span><strong>Spring 2013</strong></span> runways were. Whether it be a printed suit jacket and bottom, or a playtime duo in a punchy hue, keeping it mono from head to toe exudes a certain polish. <br />
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<span style="font-size: small;">A simple pattern creates a lot of impact when worn head to toe. I also love that the shorts and jacket on the left not only share the same print, they share the same hemline. Very chic. Printed pairs also seen at <strong><span style="color: magenta;">Dolce & Gabbana, Balenciaga</span></strong>, and <span style="color: magenta;"><strong>Marc Jacobs.</strong></span></span> </td></tr>
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<span style="font-size: small;">All black works when the separates are well tailored. The cut on these pants is gorgeous. A little sheen is good to add some interest, as seen on this silk lapel. Sleek, solely dark silhouettes also seen at <span style="color: magenta;"><strong>Alexander McQueen, Givenchy</strong></span>, and <span style="color: magenta;"><strong>Yves Saint Laurent</strong></span>.</span><br />
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monotone hues shined on the runways, also seen at <span style="color: magenta;"><strong>Akris</strong></span>, <strong><span style="color: magenta;">Etro</span></strong>, and <strong><span style="color: magenta;">Gucci.</span></strong> Simply
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As far as footwear and accessories, you may have noticed the designers kept right on matching, with replicating pointy pumps, handbags, and scarfs. <br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;"><span style="color: magenta;"><strong>Joseph Abboud:</strong></span> </span><br />
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<br />Vanessa Voigthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04677664216926830581noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6877878897366189004.post-53824279487223669092012-08-04T16:16:00.000-07:002013-11-25T08:08:11.156-08:00Year of the Dragon<div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;">
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As a die hard <b style="color: magenta;">Gwen Stefani </b>enthusiast, I was ecstatic to see the iconic beauty in an Yves St. Laurent leather vest at the July 22nd <span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: magenta;"><b>Teen Choice Awards</b></span>, because a few months ago, I bought a similar one! Granted, it's no <span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: magenta;"><b>YSL</b></span> (mine is by the brand Paper Tee, and I purchased it at Salvation Army for $9, with an estimated retail price $45), but it has similar details, and I think it gives off the same sexy, <span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: magenta;"><b>vixen</b> </span>vibe. </div>
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I like to think I can put clothes together, but for some reason, it never crossed my mind to pair the vest with black pants. (Stefani's were YSL)</div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Also love her XIV Karats ankle bracelet with ankle strap pump</td></tr>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-large;"><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: magenta;">For this look:</span></b> Keep it black from head to toe</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-large;"> </span><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhnbSnaLs_rZoo3RGLx4xC7NF9WdSUt6YI3sZscAzj8U8k_Pulx5R94qNr4bvmR_R46Fn42x5rpyU_Snx7WFejKXBVQiXlyvVAAWy5kAV06K1tVmHfOpEUP1QzhnqBYH16YrsYANBl1VXrF/s1600/GWEN+teen+choice+.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhnbSnaLs_rZoo3RGLx4xC7NF9WdSUt6YI3sZscAzj8U8k_Pulx5R94qNr4bvmR_R46Fn42x5rpyU_Snx7WFejKXBVQiXlyvVAAWy5kAV06K1tVmHfOpEUP1QzhnqBYH16YrsYANBl1VXrF/s640/GWEN+teen+choice+.jpg" width="588" /></a></div>
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Many designers actually ushered out the black on black leather look onto the Fall 2012 runways. The chic pairing was so reoccurring, that <a href="http://style.com/">Style.com</a> included this sleek and dark ensemble as a main Fall 2012 trend, which they titled <a href="http://www.style.com/trendsshopping/trendreport/071612_Trend_Report/" target="_blank">"Year of the Dragon</a>." It included <span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: magenta;">Proenza Schouler, Versace, Alexander Wang, Givenchy, Ann Deneulemeester, Mugler,</span> and <span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: magenta;">Narciso Rodriguez. </span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-large;">Also try a dark <b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: magenta;">leather vest</span></b> with a dark <span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: magenta; font-weight: bold;">maxi-skirt </span><b>or </b></span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-large;"><span class="Apple-style-span">with a </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: magenta; font-weight: bold;">white shirt </span><span class="Apple-style-span">underneath:</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">PVC Trench by Sonia Rykiel</span> </div>
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<span style="font-size: x-large;">Also seen at:</span><span style="font-size: large;"> Burberry , Emma Cook , Prada </span><br />
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Interestingly, for Spring 2012, NYC's Met Museum currently offers the exhibit, <strong><span style="color: magenta;">Schiaparelli and Prada: Impossible Conversations</span></strong>, which views through August 19, and showcases the striking relationship between Schiaparelli and Prada, two similar designers who come from completely different eras. To the left you can see Prada's 2002 clear, vinyl coat, and to the above right is Schiaparelli's rendition from 1935. <br />
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<span style="color: magenta;">TOPSHOP</span> put out a great variation of this designer coat in summer of 2010 for $110, but it quickly sold out, especially after retro loving Christina Aguilar sported the look. <br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">From Louis Vuitton SS/12. I know a lot of us, especially men, have been taught to never look inside a woman's purse. There's a reason for that, and the clear handbag obstructs that logic. Plus, how aesthetically pleasing is a mess of personal items? </td></tr>
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</div>Vanessa Voigthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04677664216926830581noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6877878897366189004.post-55009970239243945152012-07-13T09:04:00.001-07:002013-11-25T08:08:44.399-08:00My top five looks from the Fall 2012 Couture runways: <br />
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I assisted London's stylist, Jessica Neff, on several 2011 projects for London, but flipping through the pages of this 7-year-old book, it was the same SL I watched smile on the <em>Today Show</em>, or strut on a <em>Dr. Scholl's</em> commercial; beautiful hair, beautiful body, and of course, beautiful clothing.<br />
I could see it was clearly jammed packed with valuable information, particularily regarding dressing for your body type (which was the focus of the book). <br />
Anyone can see, London consistently dresses to kill on her show <em><span style="color: magenta;">What Not to Wear</span></em>, and I used to feel honored back in 2011 when I would hear her analyze a look out loud, or take a phone interview in my presence. I certainly consider her a <span style="color: magenta;">style guru</span>, who often leaves even me wondering, "How the hell does she know that?" I consider myself to have a good style intution, but SL's success lies in her awareness of her natural talent in dressing, and her ability to formulate easy to follow rules that make dressing for the rest of us possible and on point. But maybe she dumbed it down a bit too much for "the rest of us" with this book.<br />
For example, she said,<span style="color: magenta;"> "Paring red and black can look matronly (very Raiza Gorbackev) but can look infinitely chic with a third color- a nuetral such as white, cream, or camel."</span>pg 53. Great advice, but the look to go with it was a plain black skirt, a plain white shirt, and with it, a plain red jacket (to Stacy's defense, the jacket was leather, adding some interest). Such a shame, because there are infinite stylistic posssibilties with this great peice of insight! Such as adding multiple nuetral tones with red and black, and definitley using prints so its not so one dimensional. <br />
To incorparate how effective prints can be on a red, black and nutetral pallette, I created my own look combining this additional <strong>SL'ism</strong>: <span style="color: magenta;">"Don't be afraid to mix patterns like florals and animal prints, but dont let either over power your outfit. use them as you would use spices in your favorite dish-as accents and sparingly."</span> pg 29. I like that she said it's ok to mix prints, but I think it is actually also ok for mixed prints to play a dominant, main course, not just pepper kind of role, especially if the prints are in nuterals. (An outfit "spiced" by print is a chic option too, however). To see my adaptation outfit of London's laws to dressing, keep scrolling. <br />
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Let's not forget <span style="color: magenta;">Clinton Kelly</span>, who partnered with London for this book. I spent some time on the <em>What Not to Wear</em> set, enough to learn this guy is stylish <strong>and</strong> hilarious. I love how Clint signed the title page of the book to the original owner: "Anne, if the other Stacy ever gets sick, you'll be the first one I call. Best, Clint." So glad Anne, whoever she is, donated this book to Salvation Army, because all in all, Stacy has a lot she can teach me. <br />
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Shoes: Giusseppe Zanotti Design <br />
Turtleneck: Murphy & NYE<br />
Belt: Hugo Boss <br />
Clutch: Jil Sander <br />
Dress: RaoulVanessa Voigthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04677664216926830581noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6877878897366189004.post-43162962115428113272012-05-25T12:53:00.000-07:002012-05-25T12:58:36.484-07:00<span style="font-family: inherit;">So, I was perusing on LookBook.nu, when I was struck by 24 year old Fashion Designer/Blogger from </span><a href="http://lookbook.nu/looks#!locations/manila/countries/philippines"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Manila</span></a><span style="font-family: inherit;"> wearing these fierce green pants that were etched with gold lining, creating a look of fabric scales on her legs. She appopiately titled her look "Reptile." </span><br />
<span style="font-family: inherit;">For those of you who are not familar with LookBook, it is basically a forum for fashionistas to post pictures of themselves, in their own looks, to be shared and hyped by equally enthusaistic fashionistas. Camille C. was on the "Hot" page, meaning she is one of the top hyped looks on the site. </span><br />
<span style="font-family: inherit;">The great thing about LookBook is you have the option to list the source of your clothes. In Camille C.'s case, her stem stunners came from VirgosLounge.com. </span><br />
<span style="font-family: inherit;">Now it's time to talk about what I came here to talk about! </span><br />
<span style="font-family: inherit;">VirgosLounge has some beautiful, distinct peices that look expensive, but really aren't! I had to share my new found fashion sweet spot! Check out some of my fav finds: </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Ziggy Green $45, but sorry, these pants are sold out! Camille C. should probably be the one saying sorry for that. But they do offer it in a deep wine red color! </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Daffy Jacket $78. Would you have thought to pair this top with light aqua? Honestly, idk if I would, but it works! Love the beaded work. This could really spruce up a pair of denim too. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Blake Green-$25, only $25! </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Nila Skirt, $49. It looks like flower petals. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Poppy, $85</span> <br />
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span lang="EN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="color: magenta;">Dear Dress Up. Write Down,</span> <o:p></o:p></span></span></b></div>
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<span lang="EN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">I need more color in my work wardrobe! I feel like I'm always in
black/ grey/ navy or red because I want to be professional.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>My ultra conservative bosses loves it, but
the hot boys in the hall? Probably not.<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><o:p></o:p></b></span></span></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span lang="EN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="color: magenta;">Dear Colorless Chicka,</span> <o:p></o:p></span></span></b></div>
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<span lang="EN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">It is certainly possible to be conservative AND attractive, in fact, that
combination may be the very definition of classy or elegant. Color is the key
element that will allow you to heat up your conservative looks, while still
remaining appropriate. Here’s how: <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><o:p></o:p></b></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="color: magenta; line-height: 115%;">Wear
a suit in a statement color:</span></b><span style="line-height: 115%;"> Red, by the way, is
actually a great choice. It makes you instantly sexy in a tasteful way, and it
looks stellar with black and white add ons (think tweed pumps). It sounds like
you need life back in your closet, so try on a bright suit for size. Do
consider your wardrobe though. What are the existing, reoccurring colors of
your tops? Ideally, you want your suit to be easily incorporated with what you
already own. I’m a big fan of thrift stores or consignment shops for
interesting, colorful suits, not only because I’ve scored great finds in the
past, but also because suits can get pretty pricey. Check out this patterned cobalt
suit I snatched at Salvation Army for $15. Pattern is completely appropriate by
the way, and with a price like that, you can afford to experiment. <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>But remember, when it comes to suits, fit always
trumps any color or print, and also, if you do wear a colored suit, go neutral
with other elements of your outfit. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; line-height: 115%;"><span style="color: magenta; font-family: inherit;">Vintage Suit, Salvation Army $15</span> <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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colorful with undershirts:</span></b><span style="line-height: 115%;"> Of course, you may be wondering, ‘But,
how do I add color to my existing black and blue suits?’ At the risk of sounding
obvious, opt for colorful patterned undershirts. This comes down to preference,
so the options are endless. You can decide whether it be a button up (option
for collar out or in), or a V-neck, but whatever you do, do not show any
cleavage. That will turn off your conservative boss more than a neon orange
body suit. And keep those silk and lace camisoles under your clothes! <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>They look like lingerie! Pussy bow blouses are
a stellar option for enjoying silk, while adding color, interest and style. I
say, go for a colorful print that you think could be framed on the wall if not
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in a colorful scarf:</span></b><span style="line-height: 115%;"> A neck scarf will add a pop of hue and make
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like to focus on the square scarf that ties at the neck, because except for on flight attendants, I
don’t see this look enough! Try it and stand out in a chic way! Emilio Pucci, Roberto
Cavalli, Marni, and Versace are just some of the designers that offer beautiful
silk square scarf as an investment piece, but American Apparel has a new line
of square scarves in their Vintage collection that range from $5-35, and Mango
offers some for less than $50. Have fun with color and print with these, they are very sophisticated, and therefore can handle wilder aesthetics. This
is also a great item to go vintage, so ask to see your Grandmother or Aunt’s collection;
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anything resembling stripper heels or fashionista footwear will not work. That
being said, avoid 6 inchers, mega bling, or anything you have worn out
clubbing. Stick to a conservative pump (a kitten heel is both very appropriate,
on trend runway wise, AND comfortable) but add zing with a stand out color. The
good news is, with all this restraint, it’s safe to go bold with hue! <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I promise! Another bonus is, with all your
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Valentina snakeskin pumps, JCrew $425</span> <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="color: magenta; line-height: 115%;">Slip a statement necklace around your neck:</span></b><span style="line-height: 115%;"> A colorful, statement necklace takes your blah attire to a whole new, refreshing level. It’s a good time to go big here, whether it is a longer, chunky necklace or bib piece. Austere work attire in BLACK is always a smart choice when throwing on colorful add ons, such as jade green or turquoise. Pick the statement necklace that speaks to YOU. Your statement should be “wow” when you see it. <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Kate Spade offers a great selection of colorful necklaces that do not error on the side of rainbow cheesy. They are made perfect for a professional setting while still achieving ultra-cuteness. Check them out at KateSpade.com. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">I remember at the age of 9, my inner fashionista paired plaid shorts with a floral-printed shirt. I felt great in the combo, just fabulous, but then my grandmother patiently informed me that printed tops belong with solid, same-color bottoms. This norm was further forged growing up in “Middle America,” with the only revision to the rule being jeans counted as the infallible "solid color" pant-wear to dress in daily. But now as I type, 15 years later, wearing a bright, neon yellow pencil skirt with a floral top in sky blue, I know the matching-solid-with-a-print rule IS <strong><span style="color: magenta;">NOT</span></strong> enforced on the runway, <span style="color: magenta;">nor</span> should it be in my wardrobe. I’ve noticed <span style="color: magenta;">three striking, common, designer combinations</span> you may want to consider: <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">All of which, sadly,don't step off the runway into my world hardly enough. </span></div>
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<span style="color: #333333; font-family: inherit;">I noticed a TJ Maxx add yesterday where the model wore navy tribal printed pants and a turquoise and crème striped shirt. It seems as if mixing prints is hitting mainstream America. Although it is the modern style, something that will probably separate this decade from the last, <span style="color: magenta;">mixing prints is definitely not new to the runways</span>. In fall 2000, Prada, Dolce & Gabanna, and Fendi all sported clothing mish mashes, just to name a few. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">This look simply consists of a top and bottom in the same color. The first thing that comes to mind is Blumarine Fall 2011, when Anna<span style="color: #333333;"> Molinari sent out a pair of sexy purple trousers topped with a purple turtleneck. By the time the yellow and orange renditions strutted out, this color on color pairing seemed <i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">so </i>right, but still, so wrong? It’s just that I never see anyone wear this! When I speak for myself, my instincts say, ‘All the same color? Boring!<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Where is the fun?’<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>And of course, that grandmother figure is still in my head, shaking her own disapproving head. <span style="color: magenta;">But the result is bold, not boring, and oh so chic!</span> Sometimes minimal creates the most appeal.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>(Don’t believe me; check out Calvin Klein, the epitome of minimal cool, any season! But for spring ’12, Calvin Klein's Francisco Costa sent out a slew of one-tone match ups for your fancy). </span></span><br />
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<span style="color: black; font-family: inherit; font-size: small;"> </span><span style="color: black; font-family: inherit;">Sometimes, however, a solid color with a print <i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">is </i>effective, but perhaps , the combo packs the most heat when the solid color doesn’t match the color of the print <em><span style="color: magenta;">exactly</span></em>. Furthermore, <span style="color: magenta;">two completely different colors can create a very pleasing aesthetic.</span> My personal fav is blue and yellow, indicated by what I’m wearing and mentioned earlier. A favorite of the fall ’12 runway was pink and red, seen at Dior, and Dries von Furstenberg. </span><br />
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And sometimes, the traditional pairing of a print with a matching color just works. I absolutely adore Chanel's matching line-up for fall 2012. I guess <span style="color: magenta;">rules are meant to be broken</span>, but not all the time. <br />
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</span><br />Vanessa Voigthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04677664216926830581noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6877878897366189004.post-42034223752370842282012-03-27T07:40:00.008-07:002012-03-28T08:23:16.826-07:00<div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;"><span style="font-size: 16pt; line-height: 115%;"><span style="color: magenta;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">The Invisible Shirt You Must See<o:p></o:p></span></span></span></div><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br />
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<div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Almost all of us have at least one of these- a top that intentionally does not completely cover, whether it be a lace throw over, an embroider patchwork cardigan, or a sheer blouse.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>They all can inevitably lead you to ask, “What do I wear underneath?” This can complicate the dressing process so much that you avoid wearing your pretty little see-through shirt all together. There is a solution, a very easy, simple one, almost as clear as your skin in your peek-boo- top, and that is a nude colored body tank.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><o:p></o:p></span></div><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br />
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<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Although a nude tank is an easy solution to dressing, believe it or not, it is not an easy find! Online, the affordable stores that come to mind, such as Hanes, Target, and Kmart, do not offer any nude camis! I even came up empty handed at Victoria Secret, Forever 21 and Charlotte Russe online. Gap.com is your best, and seemingly only, bet for a quality nude cami. Try their Body Support Cami in Light Nude for $22.50. If you like everything on your bod to be luxurious, then check out HerRoom.com, where you will find pricey nude tanks, such as one by Donna Karen for $52.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">I guess the easiest solution is sometimes the hardest to get your hands on. But if you pass by a nude tank ( I have the hunch they are easier, and cheaper, to find away from the computer), snag it! It's one of the most affordable, greatested investments for your wardrobe, even though no one will see it. <o:p></o:p></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div>Vanessa Voigthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04677664216926830581noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6877878897366189004.post-1454441180206462412012-01-14T15:48:00.013-08:002012-03-27T07:32:27.259-07:00Everyday this week I <strong>Dressed Up </strong>and <strong>Wrote Down</strong>. Here are my seven looks for you to <span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Zapfino; font-size: 18px;"><span style="letter-spacing: 0px;"><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: magenta;">Try</span></b></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Zapfino; font-size: 18px;"><span style="font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font: 14px/normal Helvetica; letter-spacing: 0px;"><b>,</b></span></span> all with true and tested <span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Zapfino; font-size: 18px;"><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: magenta;">Tips</span></b>.</span><br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><div style="font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font: 12px/normal Zapfino; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font: 16px/normal Zapfino;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: magenta;"><b>Try:</b></span></span><span style="letter-spacing: 0px;"> ...A turtle neck under a Summer/Spring dress. Think Celine, F/W 2011. </span></div><div style="font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font: 12px/normal Zapfino; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font: 16px/normal Zapfino;"><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: magenta;">Tip: </span></b></span><span style="letter-spacing: 0px;">Tie in a turtle neck with a matching belt, it will balance the airy, light quality of your favorite warm weather frock, and anchor, as well as add weight to the look, thus creating a more heavy, winterized appeal. For a further glimpse, check out Léonard F/W 2011 take of a cream dress lightly printed with flowers, and fully winterized with a black turtle neck and fasten at waist. </span></div></td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><div style="font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font: 12px/normal Zapfino; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font: 16px/normal Zapfino;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: magenta;"><b>Try:</b></span> </span><span style="letter-spacing: 0px;">...Bold add ons for your favorite plain, black dress. Three winning choices? A bright, bold colored boot or heel, a statement belt, and colorful, chic neck scarf. </span></div><div style="font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font: 12px/normal Zapfino; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font: 16px/normal Zapfino;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: magenta;"><strong>Tip:</strong></span></span><span style="letter-spacing: 0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: magenta;"><strong> </strong><span style="color: black;">Seek </span></span>complimenting colors for your accesories without being too matchy matchy, such as this boot’s bright red with the scarfs vibrant, yellow and cobalt. Check out Ralph Lauren’s F/W 2011 collection, where black ensembles are spiked with emerald green and bright red tassel necklaces and earrings, as well as silver buckle belts. </span></div></td></tr>
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<div align="center" class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin: 0in 0in 0pt; text-align: center;"></div><div style="font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font: 18px/normal Zapfino; margin: 0px;"><span style="letter-spacing: 0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: magenta;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;"></span></span></span></div>Vanessa Voigthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04677664216926830581noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6877878897366189004.post-8441107164484837772011-12-04T09:27:00.000-08:002011-12-04T09:27:35.526-08:00Your Wardrobe Weapon: The Track Attack<div style="font: 12.0px Helvetica; margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px;"><span style="letter-spacing: 0.0px;">Do you ever stare at your closet in a confused daze when trying to decide what to wear? Do you know there have been times where you liked what you wore, but more often, you end up feeling less than enthused with what you put haphazardly together? </span></div><div style="font: 12.0px Helvetica; margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; min-height: 14.0px;"><span style="letter-spacing: 0.0px;"></span></div><div style="font: 12.0px Helvetica; margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px;"><span style="letter-spacing: 0.0px;">Simply put, a wardrobe tracking system keeps record of what you wear on a daily basis, but can be utilized for complex solutions to optimizing your wardrobe. It’s so easy to forget looks that work, ones that definitely do not, or target the right pieces for a given occasion, but with a simple tracking system, you can record looks that make you look and feel good, and ones that don’t, and therefore create go-to outfits that make dressing easy. Imagine, packing for a trip by simply scanning a simple list, a list that is so easy to formulate. Or even referring to a list for those days you are staring clueless in front of your closet. </span></div><div style="font: 12.0px Helvetica; margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; min-height: 14.0px;"><span style="letter-spacing: 0.0px;"></span></div><div style="font: 12.0px Helvetica; margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px;"><span style="letter-spacing: 0.0px;">The following are easy steps to get you started in wardrobe tracking. But first, here are a few things to set straight: </span></div><div style="font: 12.0px Helvetica; margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; min-height: 14.0px;"><span style="letter-spacing: 0.0px;"></span></div><div style="font: 12.0px Helvetica; margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px;"><span style="letter-spacing: 0.0px;"><b>It’s ok to wear the same thing twice.</b> It’s far better to have a designated, classy outfit, for a given occasion (like a “Camping Look”) than to wear something not as stylish, just because it is different than last time. </span></div><div style="font: 12.0px Helvetica; margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; min-height: 14.0px;"><span style="letter-spacing: 0.0px;"></span></div><div style="font: 12.0px Helvetica; margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px;"><span style="letter-spacing: 0.0px;"><b>The only exception where it is ok to wear outfits you don’t love are days when you are experimenting with your clothes</b>. Try new looks out, like for example, when you purchase a new piece you still need to incorporate with your wardrobe. Don’t worry, the following tracking system will prevent an experiment from turning into a repeat fashion offense. You wont discover looks you love without daring to wear new ones. </span></div><div style="font: 12.0px Helvetica; margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; min-height: 14.0px;"><span style="letter-spacing: 0.0px;"></span></div><div style="font: 14.0px Zapfino; margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px;"><span style="letter-spacing: 0.0px;">Now for the tracking system: </span></div><div style="font: 12.0px Helvetica; margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; min-height: 14.0px;"><br />
</div><div style="font: 12.0px Helvetica; margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px;"><span style="letter-spacing: 0.0px;">-Buy a notebook, I like a pad, more of than a spiral, because it is easy to flip through the pages. <b>Keep it in a convenient spot.</b> For me, it is in a larger bowl slid under my dresser, with a pencil saving my spot. </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhZEDHpobFVwOUdW2omSq4nG3pKItX8nMnMy0vcAZCDJ36eTBYBh7w-Ql0wjbTjOeYop5vzhNW-9FyirP_qUT9E4VnY6Pi4Qa6a5dQoZaZtooJ_yx5bktgGV5VAt4PkMGUvcxugnrCxkH_y/s1600/IMG_4393.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhZEDHpobFVwOUdW2omSq4nG3pKItX8nMnMy0vcAZCDJ36eTBYBh7w-Ql0wjbTjOeYop5vzhNW-9FyirP_qUT9E4VnY6Pi4Qa6a5dQoZaZtooJ_yx5bktgGV5VAt4PkMGUvcxugnrCxkH_y/s320/IMG_4393.jpg" width="239" /></a></div><div style="font: 12.0px Helvetica; margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px;"><span style="letter-spacing: 0.0px;"><br />
</span></div><div style="font: 12.0px Helvetica; margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px;"><span style="letter-spacing: 0.0px;">-Write down what you wear everyday. If you change within a day, write that down too. Even record exercise clothes- why not love what you wear to the gym too? Include accessories, which means jewelry, belts, shoes and bags. Me personally, sometimes I leave accessories out, so when I wear an outfit again, I get some fun in re-picking them out. </span></div><div style="font: 12.0px Helvetica; margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px;"><span style="letter-spacing: 0.0px;">-Develop a short hand. </span></div><div style="font: 14.0px Zapfino; margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px;"><span style="font: 12.0px Helvetica; letter-spacing: 0.0px;"> </span><span style="letter-spacing: 0.0px;">Just add color or descriptive word....</span></div><div style="font: 12.0px Helvetica; margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px;"><span style="letter-spacing: 0.0px;"><span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span></span><span style="font: 14.0px Zapfino; letter-spacing: 0.0px;">BW:</span><span style="letter-spacing: 0.0px;"> black and white (like striped bw) </span></div><div style="font: 12.0px Helvetica; margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px;"><span style="letter-spacing: 0.0px;"><span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span></span><span style="font: 12.0px Zapfino; letter-spacing: 0.0px;">Pencil: </span><span style="letter-spacing: 0.0px;">pencil skirt (like green pencil)</span></div><div style="font: 12.0px Helvetica; margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px;"><span style="letter-spacing: 0.0px;"><span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span></span><span style="font: 12.0px Zapfino; letter-spacing: 0.0px;">Skinnies: </span><span style="letter-spacing: 0.0px;">skinny pants (like black skinnies)</span></div><div style="font: 12.0px Helvetica; margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px;"><span style="font: 12.0px Zapfino; letter-spacing: 0.0px;"><span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>Skinny: </span><span style="letter-spacing: 0.0px;">skinny belt (like brown skinny) </span></div><div style="font: 12.0px Helvetica; margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px;"><span style="letter-spacing: 0.0px;"><span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span></span><span style="font: 12.0px Zapfino; letter-spacing: 0.0px;">Peep-toe: </span><span style="letter-spacing: 0.0px;">peep-toe (like leopard peep-toe) </span></div><div style="font: 12.0px Verdana; margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px;"><span style="font: 12.0px Helvetica; letter-spacing: 0.0px;"><span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span></span><span style="font: 12.0px Zapfino; letter-spacing: 0.0px;">Multi:</span><span style="font: 14.0px Zapfino; letter-spacing: 0.0px;"> </span><span style="letter-spacing: 0.0px;">multi-colored (like multi-colored sweater)</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj9L9HnwaxrKTvajlfZuSiphcuEDNr4RwQwPebyrWZKW8YSq3lWprjW6Hzzq8tnVPag2XfKulzE4TEhCBY1MpnTcEfBlONaAigaF691YvbzcJL7qr8hvdV9v1wcfqQKAIHsBQhsM1MXQZ9W/s1600/IMG_4394.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="202" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj9L9HnwaxrKTvajlfZuSiphcuEDNr4RwQwPebyrWZKW8YSq3lWprjW6Hzzq8tnVPag2XfKulzE4TEhCBY1MpnTcEfBlONaAigaF691YvbzcJL7qr8hvdV9v1wcfqQKAIHsBQhsM1MXQZ9W/s320/IMG_4394.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div style="font: 12.0px Verdana; margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px;"><span style="letter-spacing: 0.0px;"><br />
</span></div><div style="font: 12.0px Helvetica; margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px;"><span style="letter-spacing: 0.0px;">-Every week, look over list of daily records, and star the ones that you enjoyed wearing.</span></div><div style="font: 12.0px Helvetica; margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px;"><span style="letter-spacing: 0.0px;">-Make a list of all starred outfits. An easy way to categorize it is by season. For example, make a list for </span><span style="font: 12.0px Zapfino; letter-spacing: 0.0px;">“Spring”</span><span style="letter-spacing: 0.0px;">, and add your favorite outfits to that list as the season goes on. The great thing about Spring is, when Fall comes around, you can practically use the same list. </span></div><div style="font: 12.0px Helvetica; margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; min-height: 14.0px;"><span style="letter-spacing: 0.0px;"></span></div><div style="font: 12.0px Helvetica; margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px;"><span style="letter-spacing: 0.0px;">-Use your season lists as a go-to resource for what your best outfits are for the following scenarios: </span></div><div style="font: 12.0px Zapfino; margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px;"><span style="font: 12.0px Helvetica; letter-spacing: 0.0px;"><span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span></span><span style="letter-spacing: 0.0px;">Packing for a trip</span></div><div style="font: 12.0px Zapfino; margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px;"><span style="letter-spacing: 0.0px;"><span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>Special Occasions</span></div><div style="font: 12.0px Zapfino; margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px;"><span style="letter-spacing: 0.0px;"><span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>Dates</span><span style="font: 14.0px Zapfino; letter-spacing: 0.0px;"> </span></div><div style="font: 12.0px Helvetica; margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px;"><span style="letter-spacing: 0.0px;"><span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>but most importantly, </span><span style="font: 12.0px Zapfino; letter-spacing: 0.0px;">ANY AND EVERY DAY!</span><span style="letter-spacing: 0.0px;"> Everyday, you are out in the world, and deserve to put your best outfit forward. </span></div><div style="font: 12.0px Helvetica; margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; min-height: 14.0px;"><span style="letter-spacing: 0.0px;"></span></div><div style="font: 12.0px Helvetica; margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px;"><span style="letter-spacing: 0.0px;">-Go more in depth, if you wish, by creating more categories for your starred items. Try some of the following: </span></div><div style="font: 12.0px Zapfino; margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px;"><span style="font: 12.0px Helvetica; letter-spacing: 0.0px;"><span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span></span><span style="letter-spacing: 0.0px;">Casual Day/Night </span></div><div style="font: 12.0px Zapfino; margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px;"><span style="letter-spacing: 0.0px;"><span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>Dressy Day/Night </span></div><div style="font: 12.0px Zapfino; margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px;"><span style="letter-spacing: 0.0px;"><span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>Work Clothes </span></div><div style="font: 12.0px Zapfino; margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px;"><span style="letter-spacing: 0.0px;"><span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>Please Wear Again</span></div><div style="font: 12.0px Helvetica; margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px;"><span style="letter-spacing: 0.0px;">-You can also list specific looks: </span></div><div style="font: 12.0px Zapfino; margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px;"><span style="font: 12.0px Helvetica; letter-spacing: 0.0px;"><span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span></span><span style="letter-spacing: 0.0px;">Meet the Parents </span></div><div style="font: 12.0px Zapfino; margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px;"><span style="letter-spacing: 0.0px;"><span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>Move Day </span></div><div style="font: 12.0px Zapfino; margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px;"><span style="letter-spacing: 0.0px;"><span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>Job Interview </span></div><div style="font: 14.0px Zapfino; margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px;"><span style="letter-spacing: 0.0px;">Other things you can do with your wardrobe tracking:</span><span style="font: 12.0px Helvetica; letter-spacing: 0.0px;"> </span></div><div style="font: 12.0px Helvetica; margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px;"><span style="letter-spacing: 0.0px;">When you are trying on outfits, you might like something you put together, but don’t what to wear it right then. So write down this outfits under </span><span style="font: 14.0px Zapfino; letter-spacing: 0.0px;">“Please Wear.” </span><span style="letter-spacing: 0.0px;">When you want to wear something fresh, this is a good go-to list. It’s so easy to forget your ideas, so put em down on paper! </span></div><div style="font: 12.0px Helvetica; margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; min-height: 14.0px;"><span style="letter-spacing: 0.0px;"></span></div><div style="font: 12.0px Helvetica; margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px;"><span style="letter-spacing: 0.0px;">When you are putting looks together, sometimes you find yourself saying, “If I only had a red skirt, this outfit would be great!” Well, write red skirt down under </span><span style="font: 14.0px Zapfino; letter-spacing: 0.0px;">“Please Buy.” </span><span style="letter-spacing: 0.0px;">Refer to this list for your next shopping trip, that way you buys items that will enhance your wardrobe. </span></div><div style="font: 12.0px Helvetica; margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; min-height: 14.0px;"><span style="letter-spacing: 0.0px;"><span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span></span></div><div style="font: 12.0px Helvetica; margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px;"><span style="letter-spacing: 0.0px;">Psychologists all agree, tracking down any behavior causes improvement in that area. By simply writing what you wear everyday, who knows, on a rainy day you might find yourself looking over your note pad and coming to some great, personal fashion realizations. You’re guaranteed at least some solid fashion reminders. Imagine waking up, knowing exactly what you will be wearing </span><span style="font: 14.0px Zapfino; letter-spacing: 0.0px;">And</span><span style="font: 12.0px Zapfino; letter-spacing: 0.0px;"> </span><span style="font: 12.0px 'Helvetica Neue'; letter-spacing: 0.0px;"><b>it’s fabulous. </b>No more staring at your closet. </span></div><div style="font: 12.0px Helvetica; margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; min-height: 14.0px;"><span style="letter-spacing: 0.0px;"><span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span></span></div><div><span style="letter-spacing: 0.0px;"><span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"><br />
</span></span></div>Vanessa Voigthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04677664216926830581noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6877878897366189004.post-86672648460672500332011-07-28T12:34:00.000-07:002011-08-02T12:49:56.250-07:00<div style="font: 18.0px Zapfino; margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px;"><span style="letter-spacing: 0px;">Hints from the Runway</span></div><br />
Try some of these easy pairings to add a little designer to your look (No budget needed!)<br />
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Seen at <b>Calvin Klein, DKNY</b> and <b>Louis Vuitton,</b> this classic combo creates simple, instant polish. Try a rounded collar for a more modern take.<br />
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Seen at <b>Celine,</b> with slick trousers. Also pair your fall turtleneck with a collarless coat, a classic trench, or a fur vest.<br />
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<div style="font: 18.0px Zapfino; margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px;"><span style="letter-spacing: 0px;">Bright Tights</span></div><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">Seen at <b>Fendi.</b> Pair with a neutral knee length skirt, and a patterned top that picks up the color of the tights. Plaid is a smart fall option, as are ankle strap pumps</span>.<br />
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<div style="font: 18.0px Zapfino; margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px;"><span style="letter-spacing: 0px;">White Button Up:Black Skirt </span></div><br />
Seen at <b>Ralph Lauren</b>. Every woman should own a classic white button up and black skirt. Ralph Lauren makes the two staples fresh again. Simply add accessories with hints of color. Lauren went with green add-ons and red lips. A belt with a center buckle is the perfect way to complete the look.<br />
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<div style="font: 18.0px Zapfino; margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px;"><span style="letter-spacing: 0px;">Socks:Booties </span></div><br />
Seen at <b>Dries Van Noten, Dior </b>and <b>Marc by Marc Jacobs</b>. If you will be sporting black booties next season, take a hint from Dior and opt for over-the-rim black socks or bunched leg warmers (not too thick). Or, just as well, bring in color. Try a deep fall tone, like rich burgundy. Also, bringing a pattern to the leg, perhaps peeped out of a snakeskin boot, as seen below, adds ultra cool interest.<br />
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</tbody></table>Vanessa Voigthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04677664216926830581noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6877878897366189004.post-72295812872399472802011-07-01T05:37:00.000-07:002011-07-21T12:55:26.063-07:00<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Zapfino; font-size: 24px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: 48px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #38761d;">Q:</span> </span> </span><br />
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If I can only buy one new piece of clothing for the Fall, what should it be?<br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Zapfino; font-size: 24px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: 48px;"><span style="letter-spacing: 0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #741b47;">A:</span></span><span style="font: normal normal normal 24px/normal Zapfino; letter-spacing: 0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #741b47;"> </span></span></span></span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Zapfino; font-size: 24px;"></span>Possibly because it adds instant elegance, offers bountiful versatility and layering options, and appeared on <i>many </i>Fall 2011 runways, the neck-tie blouse is your one must-have item. You can find the necktie top in many variations, from glamourous evening gowns to low-key button ups. A silk blouse version, in a classic creme, vibrant hue, or black and white graphic, can be dressed up or down, layered with fall vests, cardigans, sweaters or jackets and paired with pencil skirts, trousers, and even jeans. Tied high or tied low, in a bow or just a fold, over or under, this is the piece that feels new everyday. Gucci, probably the most, tied many of its great looks with a bow:<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">*Style note: Layer with a sweater, belt it with a skinny, and drape over with a long pendant </td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">*Style note: A scarf can cast the same effect. Try a plunging V neck and tie to the side. </td></tr>
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</span></div><div style="font: 24.0px Zapfino; margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px;"><span style="letter-spacing: 0px;">Dolce & Gabbana </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgdA77bH5mquCNcIOL10V_IPr1EjZYBvx3CrWBAbKzL5HQcB4GgNU5Yv6_nnpZoVgzciN25smaOazQqV5eMq4kVCRHkI3EV_-387kmGPRcgi4KzT6XeUwjXqX1fU72fKOSyAr95_U3AHWsd/s1600/D%2526G.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgdA77bH5mquCNcIOL10V_IPr1EjZYBvx3CrWBAbKzL5HQcB4GgNU5Yv6_nnpZoVgzciN25smaOazQqV5eMq4kVCRHkI3EV_-387kmGPRcgi4KzT6XeUwjXqX1fU72fKOSyAr95_U3AHWsd/s320/D%2526G.jpg" width="213" /></a></div><div style="font: 24.0px Zapfino; margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px;"><span style="letter-spacing: 0px;"><br />
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I consider Valentino to be my favorite collection of RTW Fall/Winter 2011-2012. Valentino 's dedication to true elegance always impresses me, but this season I fell in love with the romantic, soft, polished looks, one after another.<br />
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House designers Maria Grazia Chiuri and Pier Paolo Picciolo's creations shined in sheer panelling, glittery textures, rose lace, vivacious furs, and delicate gowns.<br />
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Pink powdered nudes, in monochromatic pairings, to deep burgundies, in classic silhouettes and detailed frocks, ranged with prevalence, as blacks, greens and blues spotted the color palette, sometimes in the form of a breezy pattern.<br />
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Sliver thin belts tied the looks together, adding delicacy to the already ultra feminine, light pieces, and block toned pumps with black ankle straps finished off the lady-like demure.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">A turtle neck and full skirt pair for elegant appeal. Combine a black and white print with your favorite color- you can't go wrong. </td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">A tied button up meets a high waisted skirt perfectly. Opt for a classic blue collared shirt. It keeps your look casual but still smart. </td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">A plain tee tones down a chiffon skirt. Pair the killer combo with lace up wedges; they add the extra needed dose of sexy. </td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">A black and white printed item mixes well with a neutral and a pop of color. Invest in a quality, neutral toned cardigan-your wardrobe will thank you.</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">A long tunic can lay over a full skirt, causing a nice peek of fabric at the hemline. Do not be afraid to add stripes and leopard print into the mix; browns serve a black and white pallet well. </td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">A silk-tie shirt compliments the softness of the skirt. Use black and white, texture like prints-they add interest. </td></tr>
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</div>Vanessa Voigthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04677664216926830581noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6877878897366189004.post-20887000876648121392011-06-20T13:20:00.000-07:002011-06-21T07:57:21.334-07:00Get your cards in place!<div style="font: 12.0px Helvetica; margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px;"><span style="letter-spacing: 0px;">In a city known for its business card exchanges, make the most of yours with a tasteful card holder. Functionally, it keeps your cards organized and kept, but more so, a sharp holder makes a statement about yourself- a positive statement your business card may not be able to communicate. </span></div><div style="font: 12.0px Helvetica; margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; min-height: 14.0px;"><span style="letter-spacing: 0px;"></span></div><div style="font: 12.0px Helvetica; margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px;"><span style="letter-spacing: 0px;">As a New Yorker, you will likely carry business cards for years to come. Therefore, it is an investment. For this reason, when you purchase one, you can opt for a more expensive, designer piece, if it is something special and signature to you. </span></div><div style="font: 12.0px Helvetica; margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; min-height: 14.0px;"><span style="letter-spacing: 0px;"></span></div><div style="font: 12.0px Helvetica; margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px;"><span style="letter-spacing: 0px;">Valextra’s Bicolor Business Card Holder is a slick option. It’s unique creme color and bright green outer stitching set a distinguished tone. Made of real leather, it goes for $280, available at Barney’s New York online. </span></div><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEidAOnMZFG7c4RoZs8yg1yvK8McDqHia7_5TBTUYRSSV6Ofy_UMuaCEcenGre-acId7vZ0Cwx-koS33_wcg4wcc5CAZOtigMGrJb3oVw1thByy569P_EFXYzyoqpsacs7ezNiysAmur3awr/s1600/holder+1+.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEidAOnMZFG7c4RoZs8yg1yvK8McDqHia7_5TBTUYRSSV6Ofy_UMuaCEcenGre-acId7vZ0Cwx-koS33_wcg4wcc5CAZOtigMGrJb3oVw1thByy569P_EFXYzyoqpsacs7ezNiysAmur3awr/s1600/holder+1+.jpg" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><div style="color: #272727; font: 13.0px 'Times New Roman'; margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px;"><span style="letter-spacing: 0px;"><b><i>Valextra</i></b></span></div><div style="color: #272727; font: 13.0px 'Times New Roman'; margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px;"><span style="letter-spacing: 0px;"><i>Bicolor Business Card Holder</i></span></div><div style="color: #272727; font: 13.0px 'Times New Roman'; margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px;"><span style="letter-spacing: 0px;"><i>$280.00</i></span></div></td></tr>
</tbody></table><div style="font: 12.0px Helvetica; margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; min-height: 14.0px;"><span style="letter-spacing: 0px;"></span></div><div style="font: 12.0px Helvetica; margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px;"><span style="letter-spacing: 0px;">Salvatore Ferragamo’s Two-Tone Leather Card Case, for $170, is a classic that would last you a lifetime. It’s charm comes with its two tones- one flap is mahogany and the other flap white. Keep in mind, to pick up leather cleaner as well, to keep the white looking clean. </span></div><div style="font: 12.0px Helvetica; margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; min-height: 14.0px;"><span style="letter-spacing: 0px;"></span></div><div style="font: 12.0px Helvetica; margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px;"><span style="letter-spacing: 0px;">Burberry’s Check Card Holder, $185, has an appeasing aesthetic of brown and black plaid. It has slots on the exterior for placing cards. The holder looks cool and clean pictured online, but once you place cards in it, it will become a visual card collection mess. If you like the outward filing system for organizational purposes, however, Tory </span></div><div style="font: 12.0px Helvetica; margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px;"><span style="letter-spacing: 0px;">Burch’s Robinson Metallic Slim Card Case, $85, in a cool canvas material with metallic sheen, might just hold your heart as well as your cards. </span></div><div style="font: 12.0px Helvetica; margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px;"><span style="letter-spacing: 0px;">Coach and Kate Spade also boast of great card holders for women. Coach’s Madison Embossed Python Zip Card Case, $118, in silver/light blue python print is a visual treat. </span></div><div style="font: 12.0px Helvetica; margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px;"><span style="letter-spacing: 0px;">Kate Spade’s Mercer Street Holly, $50, is pleasingly simple and affordable. Opt for the light teal one if your aim is to calm, or choose the bright yellow variation, if you aim to energize. </span></div><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><div style="font: 12.0px 'Times New Roman'; margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px;"><span style="letter-spacing: 0px;"><i>Mercer Street Holly </i></span></div><div style="font: 12.0px 'Times New Roman'; margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px;"><span style="letter-spacing: 0px;"><i>$50.00</i></span></div></td></tr>
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<span style="letter-spacing: 0px;"><div style="font: 12.0px Helvetica; margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px;"><span style="letter-spacing: 0px;">If you pine for prints, Paul Smith’s Hydrangea Print Business Card Holder, $165, in pinks, purples and beiges, is a soft, feminine sight that can still mean business. </span></div><div style="font: 12.0px Helvetica; margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; min-height: 14.0px;"><span style="letter-spacing: 0px;"></span></div><div style="font: 12.0px Helvetica; margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px;"><span style="letter-spacing: 0px;">Barney’s New York carries their own signature card holders in a seven different colors such as deep blue, red and orange. They are sliders, where one side slides into the slight larger side. It is a useful design except for the possibility of mixing your business cards with other peoples. You want your business card exchange to go as gracefully as possible, which doesn’t include fumbling through your stack of cards. Still, made of leather and $95, they look sturdy, high quality and smart, at least till you have to slide them open. </span></div><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><div style="font: 12.0px 'Times New Roman'; margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px;"><span style="letter-spacing: 0px;"><i>Barney’s New York </i></span></div><div style="font: 12.0px 'Times New Roman'; margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px;"><span style="letter-spacing: 0px;"><i>$95 </i></span></div></td></tr>
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<span style="letter-spacing: 0px;"><div style="font: 12.0px Helvetica; margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px;"><span style="letter-spacing: 0px;">Before your business card holder pursuit, consider what reads on your business card. Your job title is the best place to start. Your purchase should not only hold your cards, but also support what reads on your cards. For that reason, maybe for your profession, a black, non-flashy holder is in order. </span></div><div style="font: 12.0px Helvetica; margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; min-height: 14.0px;"><span style="letter-spacing: 0px;"></span></div><div style="font: 12.0px Helvetica; margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px;"><span style="letter-spacing: 0px;">Other cardholders with professions in the arts or entertainment, can appropriately carry holders with more personality. A comedian or DJ, for examples, could make a smart impression with this Paul Smith’s Haniboi - Hanitape Coin & Card Pocket, which is made of white silicone rubber and appears to be a cassette tape with light, stylish black print details. With a price of $21, it very well could serve the starving starlet. </span></div><div style="font: 12.0px Helvetica; margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; min-height: 14.0px;"><br />
</div><div style="font: 12.0px Helvetica; margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px;"><span style="letter-spacing: 0px;">Until you find your perfect card holder, or until you save up for the one you have found, consider a $3.95 card holder for H&M. It’s far better to have a holder than no holder at all. Just the fact you use a holder says something about your attention to detail. In Soho’s H&M they offer a zip up option in an orange, burgundy, and light pink rose pattern. Also for $3.95, are flap holder options, such as one in coral, with two pockets, (one for your cards and the other for ones you receive). </span></div><div style="font: 12.0px Helvetica; margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; min-height: 14.0px;"><span style="letter-spacing: 0px;"></span></div><div style="font: 12.0px Helvetica; margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px;"><span style="letter-spacing: 0px;">You put great thought into crafting your card, from its font, to your title. You pondered graphics or no graphics, color or no color. Now you can fold close, zip up, and slide home the project with the perfect business card holder. Once all the cards are in place, remember what matters most, and that’s the cardholder. </span></div><div style="font: 12.0px Helvetica; margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; min-height: 14.0px;"><span style="letter-spacing: 0px;"></span></div></span></div></span></div>Vanessa Voigthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04677664216926830581noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6877878897366189004.post-7086810263130001682011-05-24T08:07:00.000-07:002011-05-24T08:07:30.610-07:00Item NY: Soho's New Jeweler on the Block<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg0_1tJAYmYIS9Rpzcp9fVaFDf_89ArCwYwOrp7hcehVnOG2pshsfwnj3fd7X9ayaAe1qzTOYI7IQWGQu-Q6WFjlV6Ur1iEmBAVcdQqU8DGMh4bGJ6wmuzrFt4c9Zmh6w1orcVbOWyhhSaz/s1600/purplish+gold+gem+necklace+first+one.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg0_1tJAYmYIS9Rpzcp9fVaFDf_89ArCwYwOrp7hcehVnOG2pshsfwnj3fd7X9ayaAe1qzTOYI7IQWGQu-Q6WFjlV6Ur1iEmBAVcdQqU8DGMh4bGJ6wmuzrFt4c9Zmh6w1orcVbOWyhhSaz/s320/purplish+gold+gem+necklace+first+one.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
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</span></div><div style="font: 12.0px Helvetica; margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px;"><span style="letter-spacing: 0.0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">Soho jewelry boutique, Item New York, attests to both its unique business model and unique jewelry collection, for their neighborhood and international success in the year-and-a-half since opening its doors,</span></span></div><div style="font: 12.0px Helvetica; margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; min-height: 14.0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="letter-spacing: 0.0px;"></span></span></div><div style="font: 12.0px Helvetica; margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px;"><span style="letter-spacing: 0.0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">Owner and jewelry buyer of INY, Boaz Sade, named his store Item after the gallery quality of the boutique, which displays it’s jewelry by highlighting its pieces, or items, rather than showcasing its diseigners. </span></span></div><div style="font: 12.0px Helvetica; margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; min-height: 14.0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="letter-spacing: 0.0px;"></span></span></div><div style="font: 12.0px Helvetica; margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px;"><span style="letter-spacing: 0.0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">The name INY also stems from Sade’s strongest desire, that his customers find an item in the store that they connect with. </span></span></div><div style="font: 12.0px Helvetica; margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; min-height: 14.0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="letter-spacing: 0.0px;"></span></span></div><div style="font: 12.0px Helvetica; margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px;"><span style="letter-spacing: 0.0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">“I want to see someone come in and say, that’s mine,” Sade said. </span></span></div><div style="font: 12.0px Helvetica; margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px;"><span style="letter-spacing: 0.0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;"><br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">These teal, organic earrings could be the IT Item for the right, unique woman. </td></tr>
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</span></span></div><div style="font: 12.0px Helvetica; margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; min-height: 14.0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="letter-spacing: 0.0px;"></span></span></div><div style="font: 12.0px Helvetica; margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px;"><span style="letter-spacing: 0.0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">Sade accredits his stores success in part with his sincere, organic, internal experience with his jewelry selections. </span></span></div><div style="font: 12.0px Helvetica; margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; min-height: 14.0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="letter-spacing: 0.0px;"></span></span></div><div style="font: 12.0px Helvetica; margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px;"><span style="letter-spacing: 0.0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">“I use intuition in choosing pieces, it is all from the gut,” Sade said. “I wanted to bring a good variety of things that speak to me that I know will speak to someone else. If I can connect to a piece, I’m sure someone else can connect to it.”</span></span></div><div style="font: 12.0px Helvetica; margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; min-height: 14.0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="letter-spacing: 0.0px;"></span></span></div><div style="font: 12.0px Helvetica; margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px;"><span style="letter-spacing: 0.0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">Sade said he ignores all forecasted trends while jewelry selecting, claiming INY’s jewelry has, “No relevance to time.” </span></span></div><div style="font: 12.0px Helvetica; margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; min-height: 14.0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="letter-spacing: 0.0px;"></span></span></div><div style="font: 12.0px Helvetica; margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px;"><span style="letter-spacing: 0.0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">Nor does he base selections on what he thinks will sell, Sade said. </span></span></div><div style="font: 12.0px Helvetica; margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; min-height: 14.0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="letter-spacing: 0.0px;"></span></span></div><div style="font: 12.0px Helvetica; margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px;"><span style="letter-spacing: 0.0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">There are big sellers at INY Item, however, such as the plentiful offerings of long delicate bead strands that Sade claims people love for layering. Also classic shapes, such as teardrop earrings, are quick to sell. As Sade put it, every item at INY is a classy shape that will never go out of style. </span></span></div><div style="font: 12.0px Helvetica; margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px;"><span style="letter-spacing: 0.0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;"><br />
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</span></span></div><div style="font: 12.0px Helvetica; margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; min-height: 14.0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="letter-spacing: 0.0px;"></span></span></div><div style="font: 12.0px Helvetica; margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px;"><span style="letter-spacing: 0.0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">Furthermore, Sade said at INY, you can find a classic piece, but with a unique giving characteristic. </span></span></div><div style="font: 12.0px Helvetica; margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; min-height: 14.0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="letter-spacing: 0.0px;"></span></span></div><div style="font: 12.0px Helvetica; margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px;"><span style="letter-spacing: 0.0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">“We fill a category with something different,” Sade said. “I find people coming in here finding unique pieces, and that’s attraction to our store.”</span></span></div><div style="font: 12.0px Helvetica; margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; min-height: 14.0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="letter-spacing: 0.0px;"></span></span></div><div style="font: 12.0px Helvetica; margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px;"><span style="letter-spacing: 0.0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">With new pieces every week, from various sources, including local designers and even finds from the Middle East, the coherent look of the store surprises. </span></span></div><div style="color: #b6170f; font: 12.0px Helvetica; margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; min-height: 14.0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="letter-spacing: 0.0px;"></span></span></div><div style="font: 12.0px Helvetica; margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px;"><span style="letter-spacing: 0.0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">“I’m not trying to create a certain look, it’s interesting that everything I bring in and display, ends up being really organic, and works together. But really if you took every piece and separated them, you would see that some of them really are not connected,” </span></span>Sade said. </div><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">This watch-work bronze ring has a distinct style, but still blends well with the mix </td></tr>
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</div><div style="font: 12.0px Helvetica; margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; min-height: 14.0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="letter-spacing: 0.0px;"></span></span></div><div style="font: 12.0px Helvetica; margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; min-height: 14.0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="letter-spacing: 0.0px;"></span></span></div><div style="font: 12.0px Helvetica; margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px;"><span style="letter-spacing: 0.0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">Inside INY’s jewelry display cases, the diverse items work ascetically well together, while at the same time, offer a variety, which serve every type of woman shopper. </span></span></div><div style="font: 12.0px Helvetica; margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; min-height: 14.0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="letter-spacing: 0.0px;"></span></span></div><div style="font: 12.0px Helvetica; margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px;"><span style="letter-spacing: 0.0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">“Any person that walks in here could find a piece for them, and that’s what I wanted to do,” Sade said. </span></span></div><div style="font: 12.0px Helvetica; margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; min-height: 14.0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="letter-spacing: 0.0px;"></span></span></div><div style="font: 12.0px Helvetica; margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px;"><span style="letter-spacing: 0.0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">Along with striving to meet diverse needs of women clientele, Sade said one of his top priorities is creating a welcoming and relaxing environment. </span></span></div><div style="font: 12.0px Helvetica; margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; min-height: 14.0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="letter-spacing: 0.0px;"></span></span></div><div style="font: 12.0px Helvetica; margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px;"><span style="letter-spacing: 0.0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">“When someone comes in, for me, the first thing is not the sale. It’s really to make sure that the experience is the right experience,” Sade said. “I want this to be a long term project for me.”</span></span></div><div style="font: 12.0px Helvetica; margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; min-height: 14.0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="letter-spacing: 0.0px;"></span></span></div><div style="font: 12.0px Helvetica; margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px;"><span style="letter-spacing: 0.0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">In other efforts of of making INY a long term project, Sade said, he has other non-traditional approaches to business. </span></span></div><div style="font: 12.0px Helvetica; margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; min-height: 14.0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="letter-spacing: 0.0px;"></span></span></div><div style="font: 12.0px Helvetica; margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px;"><span style="letter-spacing: 0.0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">“Although we have a policy that says two weeks for returns, or exchange, I never have refused anything, even if it came three months later,” Sade said. “If they come here and want to exchange it, for me it is all good. I value if you are happy, and that if you will want to come back.”</span></span></div><div style="font: 12.0px Helvetica; margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; min-height: 14.0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="letter-spacing: 0.0px;"></span></span></div><div style="font: 12.0px Helvetica; margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px;"><span style="letter-spacing: 0.0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">Finding success in an artistic approach to merchandising, an emphasis on customer service, and promotion of environment, Sade opening a second store, as well as burgeoning Item NY’s online business, poses great potential. </span></span></div><div style="font: 12.0px Helvetica; margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; min-height: 14.0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="letter-spacing: 0.0px;"></span></span></div><div style="font: 12.0px Helvetica; margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px;"><span style="letter-spacing: 0.0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">Until then, their current store’s neighborhood, SoHo, serves INY very well, Sade said. </span></span></div><div style="font: 12.0px Helvetica; margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; min-height: 14.0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="letter-spacing: 0.0px;"></span></span></div><div style="font: 12.0px Helvetica; margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px;"><span style="letter-spacing: 0.0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">“The neighborhood here in Soho is amazing. We have such a broad clientele from around the world. They keep coming, I love seeing the same faces,” Sade said. “I have guys that call me, ‘Its my girlfriend’s birthday tomorrow, she loves your store, has been their several times, can you just pick something for me?’ They even trust me on that level.”</span></span></div><div style="font: 12.0px Helvetica; margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; min-height: 14.0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="letter-spacing: 0.0px;"></span></span></div><div style="font: 12.0px Helvetica; margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px;"><span style="letter-spacing: 0.0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">Other ties to the city include close work with TV shows, White Collar and Law & Order. </span></span></div><div style="font: 12.0px Helvetica; margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; min-height: 14.0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="letter-spacing: 0.0px;"></span></span></div><div style="font: 12.0px Helvetica; margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px;"><span style="letter-spacing: 0.0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">With such connections of success, Sade credits one factor. </span></span></div><div style="font: 12.0px Helvetica; margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; min-height: 14.0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="letter-spacing: 0.0px;"></span></span></div><div style="font: 12.0px Helvetica; margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px;"><span style="letter-spacing: 0.0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">“For me, it’s what I love to do, its my playground, there is no philosophy aside from I’m connected to it and I love it,” Sade said. “Its organic place to play. ”</span></span></div><div style="font: 12.0px Helvetica; margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; min-height: 14.0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="letter-spacing: 0.0px;"></span></span></div><div style="font: 12.0px Helvetica; margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px;"><span style="letter-spacing: 0.0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">Visit Item NY at 444 Broome Street, Soho, NY 10013, or online at </span><a href="http://www.itemNY.com/"><span style="letter-spacing: 0.0px color: #0b22a2; text-decoration: underline;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">www.ite</span>mNY.com</span></a>. </span></div><div style="font: 12.0px Helvetica; margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px;"><span style="letter-spacing: 0.0px;"><br />
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</span></div>Vanessa Voigthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04677664216926830581noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6877878897366189004.post-4565315951560030302011-04-30T17:00:00.000-07:002011-05-10T09:39:56.398-07:00nOir<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">If you are on the hunt for unique cocktail rings, <span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-large;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: magenta;"><b>nOir</b></span></span>, at www.<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">nOirjewelry</span>.com, could very well end your pursuit. These dynamic creatures are happy to both perch on your finger <span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">and</span> make a statement:</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgMKjvaSTwkMtzL2kdFTqRKtlAbTLZ5399bNAcEr3kIABcVuqfW5JdJK-PyH_VMAwCtmJIu6C8m70uyUXk_YpfD7sPPM7iwMRxLxXaL0a6_iiNepjVQO5-wEQ_bl1OheRWArkQlJ_lttWEB/s1600/IMG_4473.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgMKjvaSTwkMtzL2kdFTqRKtlAbTLZ5399bNAcEr3kIABcVuqfW5JdJK-PyH_VMAwCtmJIu6C8m70uyUXk_YpfD7sPPM7iwMRxLxXaL0a6_iiNepjVQO5-wEQ_bl1OheRWArkQlJ_lttWEB/s200/IMG_4473.jpg" width="150" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgSZhXlFd_C-4MA6IQxy9bK5dakUDqRd4qP7WI0sxybXvzs93TpCkXJ-udibIAGAla9M0-zsuB2Q6Ae8T_JHguIwRcDjwr3bzkd4VIIiZo1tomFPgnsUswbf-xS0tMEAv1Gg0LWDotMCE7Y/s1600/IMG_4450.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgSZhXlFd_C-4MA6IQxy9bK5dakUDqRd4qP7WI0sxybXvzs93TpCkXJ-udibIAGAla9M0-zsuB2Q6Ae8T_JHguIwRcDjwr3bzkd4VIIiZo1tomFPgnsUswbf-xS0tMEAv1Gg0LWDotMCE7Y/s320/IMG_4450.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhiaoiBsXL-f_JeumClbQQKnu5GgQc8SHbhYVCv-OulkXs1xvTKBKucIdGEs3J-ilk9MGbN97xcsdrAyTBNAZISSqr7EiHIxuTDocy26xbVwVLLf85RzHgJZC9cZZ6TitvcujVYjpaGb_K0/s1600/IMG_4466.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="176" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhiaoiBsXL-f_JeumClbQQKnu5GgQc8SHbhYVCv-OulkXs1xvTKBKucIdGEs3J-ilk9MGbN97xcsdrAyTBNAZISSqr7EiHIxuTDocy26xbVwVLLf85RzHgJZC9cZZ6TitvcujVYjpaGb_K0/s320/IMG_4466.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhEpfVJpnnPqTFsm-b_xrPRMdYvmBxtF6z6uyFwCIvRYDHst-4Qdf4wBThyphenhyphen1ZxqJ8zawCh2j8qBIzvf_jVSSdD0S1mKxTDErAKTmph_ZrGfh5Z5un5uNUdU_P3bi4wN2Z1xQ_nAH4qza-bH/s1600/IMG_4451.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhEpfVJpnnPqTFsm-b_xrPRMdYvmBxtF6z6uyFwCIvRYDHst-4Qdf4wBThyphenhyphen1ZxqJ8zawCh2j8qBIzvf_jVSSdD0S1mKxTDErAKTmph_ZrGfh5Z5un5uNUdU_P3bi4wN2Z1xQ_nAH4qza-bH/s320/IMG_4451.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiQPK9lBca03yL4j4Du8um0Sk8a-o-z0SRQXqRKxOaduLNmOF3tzReryREvESFBnu74GbNBd2d3V7DtkA9Z7Tm0O46ZguvEAis_E_Y-bVMhYgYHbYzb98r1ReDJFaC_-ht3zl3oeugSyyu3/s1600/IMG_4489.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiQPK9lBca03yL4j4Du8um0Sk8a-o-z0SRQXqRKxOaduLNmOF3tzReryREvESFBnu74GbNBd2d3V7DtkA9Z7Tm0O46ZguvEAis_E_Y-bVMhYgYHbYzb98r1ReDJFaC_-ht3zl3oeugSyyu3/s320/IMG_4489.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhD0m8dIKeKk1CGjYXc_vbr5ZRC4xUWWl-WKFRMXIWwSJ6eVjoBhgnAuW1GExWJV-DAQVTE-3FAJmSq93aKtSy6yFn4_WqAwAAqVmN2mUoEwcZoZ8kJhSdkn6stioN3wetiooVUq6EXpwIr/s1600/IMG_4454.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhD0m8dIKeKk1CGjYXc_vbr5ZRC4xUWWl-WKFRMXIWwSJ6eVjoBhgnAuW1GExWJV-DAQVTE-3FAJmSq93aKtSy6yFn4_WqAwAAqVmN2mUoEwcZoZ8kJhSdkn6stioN3wetiooVUq6EXpwIr/s320/IMG_4454.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiJeVkr_PHGMOpHl6AvvAywoPi-yXnkm-sjOEBM_Fw_8DJ8DwfbwUwA7ClmiGdnbr5Kw82ogqKwYqWMQ-JP-JQ_jERbdFky3ELBrY32zxDAZUp4WcQxtjpkp0-qCaOd3AknSJ3FY-lvvvah/s1600/IMG_4474.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiJeVkr_PHGMOpHl6AvvAywoPi-yXnkm-sjOEBM_Fw_8DJ8DwfbwUwA7ClmiGdnbr5Kw82ogqKwYqWMQ-JP-JQ_jERbdFky3ELBrY32zxDAZUp4WcQxtjpkp0-qCaOd3AknSJ3FY-lvvvah/s320/IMG_4474.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">So who is behind these clever and tasteful designs? nOir's founder and jewelry designer, <b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: magenta;">Lee Catalan</span></b>, who previously worked for Ralph Lauren and Oscar de la Renta, said she feels fortunate to have a constant flow of ideas for her pieces, as well as a great team to carry her visions to a final product. This is especially true because she claims to be a terrible sketcher. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Since it's inception in 1995, nOir's success not only stems from Catalan's creative concepts, but also from the quality of it's craftsmanship. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;"><br />
</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">"</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;"><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: magenta;">I really think our quality is unmatched</span></b> in the</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;"> </span><span class="yshortcuts" id="lw_1304193917_1"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">costume jewelry world</span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">. We take pride in our quality and use only brass, not cheap metal. Our stones are of high clarity</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;"> </span><span class="yshortcuts" id="lw_1304193917_2"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">Cubic Zirconia,</span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;"> </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;"><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: magenta;">NOT</span></b> rhinestones. We plate with 18k gold, and we are known for our pave (stone setting)," Catalan said. </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;"><br />
</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">nOir's success includes collaborations with many iconic designers, such as Moschino and Patricia Field, and serves as a favorite go-to line for celebrities, such as <b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: magenta;">Gwen Stefani</span></b>, Katy Perry, Rihanna, and Madonna. </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;"><br />
</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">Catalan's fresh, fun themes with each new season also spur nOir<b>'</b>s popularity. </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">"Each season I have new inspirations- last season it was deco-Egyptian, and Tropicalia. <span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: magenta;"><b>This season has more of a Punk Modernist feel</b></span>," Catalan said. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;"><br />
</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">Catalan said her themes are <b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: magenta;">never based on fads or trends</span></b>. </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;"><br />
</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">"I think the combination of experience and taste level <b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: magenta;">makes the jewelry timeless</span></b>," Catalan said. </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;"><br />
</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">The following are some <span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: magenta;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">Themes</span></span> nOir offers for <span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: magenta;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">Spring 2011</span></span> (names of themes not official titles).: </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: serif;"><br />
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The British talent, <b>Dirk Bogare</b> (1921-1999), was mostly known for his acting career, including a co-starring role in Judy Garland's last film, <i>I Could Go On Singing</i> (1963). He also wrote and published a slew of memoirs, novels, and poetry collections.<br />
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It was as a student at Chelsea School of Art, however, that Bogare developed another gift up his sleeve, and that was literally sketching sleeves--sleeves worn by fashionable, illustrated women, along with their skirts, coats, accessories, and more.<br />
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The following are impressions posted on his official website, which were discovered in a green sketchbook, dating back to 1941. Women's fashion, with an undeniable dose of artistic styling credited soley to Bogare, took center stage on its pages:<br />
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www.dirkbogarde.co.uk/artist/sketchbooks/index.php<br />
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</span></span></div><div style="font: 13.0px Zapfino; line-height: 18.0px; margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px;"><span style="letter-spacing: 0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;"><b></b>Poem <i><b>“Santa </b></i></span></span></div><div style="font: 13.0px Zapfino; line-height: 18.0px; margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px;"><span style="letter-spacing: 0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;"><i><b><br />
</b></i></span></span></div><div style="font: 13.0px Zapfino; line-height: 18.0px; margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px;"><span style="letter-spacing: 0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;"><i><b>Monica”:</b></i></span></span></div><div style="font: 13.0px Zapfino; line-height: 18.0px; margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px;"><span style="letter-spacing: 0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;"><br />
</span></span></div><div style="font: 13.0px Zapfino; line-height: 18.0px; margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px;"><span style="letter-spacing: 0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">...and we walk </span></span></div><div style="font: 13.0px Zapfino; line-height: 18.0px; margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px;"><span style="letter-spacing: 0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;"><br />
</span></span></div><div style="font: 13.0px Zapfino; line-height: 18.0px; margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px;"><span style="letter-spacing: 0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">barefoot...and </span></span></div><div style="font: 13.0px Zapfino; line-height: 18.0px; margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px;"><span style="letter-spacing: 0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;"><br />
</span></span></div><div style="font: 13.0px Zapfino; line-height: 18.0px; margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px;"><span style="letter-spacing: 0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">trousers rolled </span></span></div><div style="font: 13.0px Zapfino; line-height: 18.0px; margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px;"><span style="letter-spacing: 0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;"><br />
</span></span></div><div style="font: 13.0px Zapfino; line-height: 18.0px; margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px;"><span style="letter-spacing: 0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">in gray Pacific </span></span></div><div style="font: 13.0px Zapfino; line-height: 18.0px; margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px;"><span style="letter-spacing: 0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;"><br />
</span></span></div><div style="font: 13.0px Zapfino; line-height: 18.0px; margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px;"><span style="letter-spacing: 0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">sand...London shoes, past </span></span></div><div style="font: 13.0px Zapfino; line-height: 18.0px; margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px;"><span style="letter-spacing: 0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;"><br />
</span></span></div><div style="font: 13.0px Zapfino; line-height: 18.0px; margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px;"><span style="letter-spacing: 0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">musseled rocks....and in my pocket, (Why just </span></span></div><div style="font: 13.0px Zapfino; line-height: 18.0px; margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px;"><span style="letter-spacing: 0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;"><br />
</span></span></div><div style="font: 13.0px Zapfino; line-height: 18.0px; margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px;"><span style="letter-spacing: 0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">mine?) all our socks...</span></span></div><div style="font: normal normal normal 13px/normal Zapfino; line-height: 18px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;"><br />
</span></span></div><div style="font: normal normal normal 13px/normal Zapfino; line-height: 18px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Zapfino; font-size: 13px;"><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-large;">Shop Stop!:</span></b> </span></span></span></div><div style="font: normal normal normal 13px/normal Zapfino; line-height: 18px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;"><br />
</span></span></div><div style="font: normal normal normal 13px/normal Zapfino; line-height: 18px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Zapfino; font-size: 13px;"></span>For less than $15, you can purchase 20 postcard featuring Bogarde prints and illustrations! Find these, and more on the artist at his website, DirkBogarde.co.uk. </span></span></div>Vanessa Voigthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04677664216926830581noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6877878897366189004.post-491362538210014132011-04-04T12:42:00.000-07:002011-04-04T15:04:16.654-07:00ABCs of Mannequin Art<div class="" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: 16px;">As Forever 21 serves the cheap masses, it's possible that you take for granted, or don't even acknowledge, the gorgeous works of art displayed on their mannequins. Personally, I tend to stop in my tracks in front of nearly every white bald figure<b>.</b> With admiration, I examine it's details, in search of insight for my own dressing. Last night at the Forever 21 at Union Square, here in New York City, I took it a step further and snapped a few shots, to see what we can learn together. Or at least show you what you have been missing. </span><br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-large;">A.</span></span></b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-large;"> </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">Mix stripes and floral</span></span><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">.</span></span></b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"> Pick any color from floral print and make it the color of a stripe.</span></span><br />
<b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-large;">B.</span></span></b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-small;"> </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">Add an additional stripe to the mix by using a varying color and stripe thickness.</span></span><br />
<b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-large;">C.</span> </span></span></b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">Bring your look together with a color coordinating sock.</span></span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><div style="font: normal normal normal 24px/normal Zapfino; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times, 'Times New Roman', serif;">Turban: www.Patricia Field.com $14 </span></div><div style="font: normal normal normal 24px/normal Zapfino; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times, 'Times New Roman', serif;">Lace Shorts: www.Forever21.com $4.50 </span></div><div style="font: 24.0px Zapfino; margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><br />
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