A sneak peek at Spring 2009 fashion inspiration; how to build a classic shoe wardrobe; choosing a designer bag; what 10 pieces no self respecting wardrobe should be without; fall's fabulous toppers, and oh so much more in this week's WebSnob roundup of the hottest fashion, beauty and gossip blog posts:
In the latest installment of The Rachel Zoe Project, she visits the fabulous mecca of vintage in L.A., Decades, and engages in mindbogglingly fabulous shopping: a gorgeous vintage Balmain red carpet dress, a Chanel necklace, and a chocolate brown Birkin...and provides possibly the best argument ever, should you find yourself trying to justify a splurge, or perhaps, your third Birkin:
If you've ever felt your life just a tad too vanilla or lacking in spicy extras, be sure to pick up some cherry-themed extras from MAC's limited edition Cult of Cherry which launches in the first week of September. Unlike regular makeup launches, this one comes with a fun tongue-in-cheek "reality" show video. "We began with the idea of a woman who lives in a white world and suddenly she feels it is lacking sensuality and wants to break free from its monotony," James Gager explained to WWD. (A huge fan of reality shows like Top Chef, Dancing with the Stars and Project Runway...he also happens to be senior vice president and creative director of MAC Worldwide.) "She craves color, dimension and flavor, so she goes to the experts to help make over every aspect of her life from beauty, fashion, interior decorating and cooking."
Fashion & Beauty PR firm Pierce Mattie recently put their prescient powers of knowing what's going to be hot (or not) to good use with their new Haute List. These are the fashion, beauty & lifestyle brands you'll want to keep on eye on to stay ahead of the trends:
For Spring 2009, Tracy Reese was captivated by the ethereal progression of nature as the seasons change, with pastel prints inspired by Japanese art with chrysanthemums and hazy blue skies, and structured leather softened with touches of leaf appliqué. Relaxed and draped silhouettes feature a sumptuous green garden of Van Gogh-inspired prints, while Summer comes full circle with architectural shapes and defined prints of sleek stripes and laser cut lace.
While at Ports 1961, Tia Ciabani looked north for inspiration to Canadian artist Emily Carr.
As a beautiful but heartless thief, Tippi Hedren's Marnie exuded an air of chilly, monied fabulousness Hitchcock loved in his leading ladies - complete with an elegant wardrobe fit for riding horses and other activities partaken by a lovely lady of leisure. To get the look, shimmy into this Balmain skinny cargo pantand pair with an elegant puff sleeve turtleneck under a natty equestrian-chic Smythe Herringbone jacket. Appropriately snobby finishing touches include mysterious shades, elegant accessories, and classic trench...which can all be gotten here:
Michelle rules the fashion roost in Thakoon's Radzimir kimono dress from pre-spring 2009, paired with fab brooches from Erickson Beamon
