55 Secret Street says hello to Vogue India and wonders: Should Halle Berry play Aretha Franklin when Jennifer Hudson & Queen Latifah are available? Probably not... Bag Snob hangs out with Brigette Romanek, Designer of Romanek bags! Fred Astaire wore...
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“They give you an edge,” trend-starting actress Chloë Sevigny recently told The New York Times about her fabulous frames. “Even if you’re wearing something preppy or totally conservative, they make the look cool. “They can flip an outfit on its...
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Necessity is indeed the mother of invention, especially when it falls on the, er, heels of yet another expensive trip to the tailor. "Isn't there anything you can buy to fix this?" asked a frustrated Mindy Alperin as her daughters...
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Daily prizes of coveted designer merchandise valued at over $100,000 are also being awarded, just for testing out your knowledge of all things fashion. One lucky soul will walk away with a $5,000 carte blanche to spend at Bluefly. Try...
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A look from the D&G Spring 2008 runway & a budget-friendly way to make the look your own from Indo Chic Designs. For spring, Dolce & Gabbana apparently had a free-love bohemian on the brain, albeit a fashionable one. This...
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The only problem with an oversize bag or fabulously giant tote is that it can inadvertently transform into a non-fabulous & bottomless black hole...your fave lip gloss or blotting papers never to be seen again. Instead, keep your makup organized...
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Relive the fun of dressing up Barbie to suit your every whim...except in this case it's a luxury handbag with an interchangeable outer skin. From leopard to florals to whimsical pawprints, a single bag can provide the variety you crave...
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Finally, for about what you'd pay for the "uninspirational, dull coffins" that are your typical snooze-worthy laptop bags, clever Irish designer Anna Vahey Casey & fashion-conscious Texan Jeri Barr put their heads together and dreamed up J'Tote.
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Great peeking out under a wide-legged trouser & even cuter with a slim pencil skirt. An absolute style steal at $30. Available at Payless.com. - Lesley Scott RELATED STORIES: Affordable cashmere sweaters in rich Pantone hues. A Moschino runway look...
Read the whole thing "Lela Rose for Payless Shoes Delivers Spectator Chic for Much Less. FASHIONTRIBES FASHION & SHOE BLOG" »
Moschino Fall 2007 A leather skirt is a fun way to add some spice to your wardrobe. This black, white & red Moschino look is easy to copy without having to spend a bundle; what makes it stand out are...
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Made from certified organic cotton, these save trees & waste - all the while ensuring maximum Euro fabulousness at a small price. Available at EcoBags.com. - Lesley Scott fashiontribes. ↑ Grab this Headline Animator
Read the whole thing "You Know You Wish You Were a Fashionable French Fille. Start by Shopping with an Eco-Friendly String Bag. FASHIONTRIBES FASHION & ACCESSORIES BLOG" »
High-end urban clothing line May's Lab recently launched its site, debuting mens' & womens' tees, tanks & cute undergarments, and limited edition designs. The site also features a gallery of customers wearing their fave May's Lab designs; each month, community...
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In conjunction with their London store opening in November, UNIQLO is once again collaborating with color-authority Pantone; earlier in the year, they teamed up on a line of t-shirts & this time, they are lauching the Pantone Color Collection of...
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Starting this fall, Bag Borrow or Steal will be launching their Vintage Collection of coveted bags, such as a gorge Hermés Black Porosus Crocodile Birkin. Clair Watson, couture consultant for Doyle, helped to assemble the collection to ensure that every...
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FASHION: Transparency, escapism & old Hollywood Glamour! Fashiontribes dissects the Top 10 most interesting trends from the recent Spring 2008 New York Fashion Week. Time to crack the books! eBeautyDaily thinks Nina Garcia's new book, The Little Black Book of...
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With Spring/Summer styles now on sale for up to 70% off, and more than 500,000 items in stock for Fall/Winter with new stuff arriving all the time, Yoox.com is sweetening the deal with an additional 10% off (through Monday 9/24)...
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Cute music-themed tees with a cheery 60s/70s love & grooviness vibe. Available at RotterAndFriends.com. - Lesley Scott RELATED STORIES: "Do You Remember?" tees bring back the bad (good) ole' heyday of NYC nightlife. Wolfgang's Vault rock couture "Impresario" line of...
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A completely cute & affordable version made from faux metallic python with rhinestone accents. Unlike many other sites offering a budget take on pricey designer bags & clutches, Accessory Bug uses only soft faux leathers & furs, and high quality...
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Charlize Theron in Stella McCartney; Maggy London #75030 BCBG Fall 07; Maggy London 76025 Kate Hudson in Puella; Maggy London 76021 BCBG MaxAzria Fall 2007; Maggy London 75381 Jessica Alba in Versace; Maggy London LT1851 3.1 Phillip Lim Fall 07;...
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From the start of the festivities in November until the final stroke of the clock heralding the New Year, holiday parties mean holiday fashions - be it an intimate of dinner party or a gala event requiring a red carpet...
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The latest collection from Mossimo Giannulli incorporates rich shades and luxe textures into a chic collection of menswear-inspired swing jackets, fitted blazers that create a refined, layered look when paired with sophisticated blouses, and faux-croc touches such as oversized frame...
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Courtesy of Fashmatch'er urbanNYC. - Lesley Scott RELATED STORIES: FashMatch of the Day: Black, white & metallic accents = savvy chic. FashMatch of the Day: Sexy caszh in cropped Burberry Jeans & cute sandals. FashMatch of the Day: A fashionista...
Read the whole thing "FASHMATCH OF THE DAY: Pastel Chic & Perfect for a Sexy First Date Impression. FASHIONTRIBES FASHION BLOG" »
Designed by celebrity stylist and jewelry designer Brooke Dulien...aka White Trash Charms. Prices range from an affordable $40-$120 for 14K gold-plated earrings, necklaces, rings, bracelets & bangles, and two absolute must-haves: a must-have black velvet ribbon choker and the woven-chain...
Read the whole thing "Tinker Bell Meets Chanel in the Disney Couture Holiday & Spring 08 Collection of Chic Jewelry. FASHIONTRIBES FASHION & ACCESSORIES BLOG" »
SPRING 2008 FASHIONWEEK: Second City Style hit as many New York Fashion Week Shows to review as we possibly could. Here are the trends for Spring '08...fresh off the runways. Snazzy Snorkel Blue, regal Rococco Red & ultra-feminine Spring Crocus...Fashiontribes...
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FASHION: Strike a pose like Selma Blair in those cute Gap ads & win a fab prize from FabSugar. The "Queen of Mean's" dog is one lucky bitch. How would Second City Style get into 'Trouble' with that inheritance? Check...
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StyleFeeder, a social shopping site, recently introduced its Personal Shopper online shopping assistant which helps fashion lovers find the best new must-haves - customized to individual tastes - as well as go shopping online with friends, connect with other shoppers...
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NYC's L.E.S. has undergone dramatic changes in recent years, resulting in an eclectic mix of the historical and the trendsetting. With a wide array of shops, bars & restaurants, it offers up a truly special shopping experience including vintage, emerging...
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The 13th Annual Gen Art Fresh Faces in Fashion Show, presented by BlackBerry and T-Mobile USA, Inc. will launch New York Fashionweek on Wednesday, September 5th with an accessories presentation featuring four designers & a runway show debuting six womenswear...
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Givenchy Couture Fall 2007 One of the most striking looks on the Givenchy Couture runway was animal print tights paired with a matching shoe. It gives the same look as a tall boot, but much more flexible; simply remove the...
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At checkout enter the code GRYSON - sale runs through Monday, September 3 at Tobi.com. - Lesley Scott fashiontribes. ↑ Grab this Headline Animator
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As Sherlock Holmes proved, capes have enduring panache. Whether you're a literary fan or just want to look like a fashion snob in-the-know, the cape is fall's it outerwear of choice. Unlike the "investment" of a winter coat, have some...
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At $150 or less, you can steal the feel from Bottega Veneta & Badgley Mischka without the painful designer pricetag. Maggy London dresses are available at Nordstrom.com, Amazon.com, Dillards.com & Macys.com. - Lesley Scott fashiontribes. ↑ Grab this Headline Animator
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WHERE heidi klein, 1018 Lexington Avenue @ 73rd Street - call 212.327.1700 WHEN Starts Tuesday, September 4th WHAT 30% - 60% off heidi klein, Le Tarte, Diane von Furstenburg and more! heidi klein: Sicily bikini was $240, now $100; Mustique...
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WHERE:Koral Industries, 2760 Fruitland Ave (corner of Soto St.), Vernon, CA 90058 WHAT: short-sleeved double-knit jacket with gold buttons and chain detail which retailed for $228, now $75; swing-back cotton trench coat with contrast piping $100 (was $288); colorful cotton...
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"The word ‘rehab' has become part of our daily vocabulary," snickers illustrator Frank Forte, one half of the duo (with playwright Elizabeth J. Musgrave) behind Atomic Madhouse, a line specializing in catchphrases & comic book sound effects including AAARRGGHH, BLAMM,...
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One of the coolest things about fall is the excuse to buy a chic new coat. While trendy prints and faddish shapes can be tempting, just remember: even a moderately priced coat generally involves an outlay of cash, so stay...
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As cute as they are, this fall's shrunken blazers & capes leave a lot of uncovered lower arm area. Take it as a sign that you need to go shopping for long armwarmers & gloves! Matching them to your bag...
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FASHION: During fall Fashionweek, the clothes will have to share the spotlight with books about style & fashion as magazine editors show off their bookish side. Glamchic reviews. Don't just wear the trends! Fashiontribes shows how to interpret the Top...
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a sneak peek of what awaits: Tibi, Page Sargisson earrings, Sass & Bide denim Although the sale takes place over three days, the VIP day (Tuesday 8/21) is when celebs show up; BDB fans include Naomi Watts, Jessica Alba, Rachel...
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WHAT: a LaROK-sponsored flea market of gently used fashion, vintage, and new samples WHERE: LaROK showroom, 250 W. 39th St., Suite 1701, NYC; call 212.220.0802 WHEN: Wednesday 29th August & Thursday 30th August from 10 AM - 6 PM WHAT:...
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Combining classic basics with a few where-did-she-get-that pieces is how sisters Chrissy & Nicole Azzaro describe the new fall collection from Hope & Glorie - named for their grandma Gloria...and beloved by fashion'y A-list types like Jessica Alba, Kelly Ripa,...
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For recent press appearances in New York at the CW 11 and the Morning Show with Mike and Juliet, Tori Spelling wore a printed red shift dress from Maggy London. Priced at $150 and below, they are a great way...
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FASHION: Patricia Field for ASOS - FabSugar has the scoop. Exposed! Couture wedding gowns at a fraction of the price? Second City Style looks into the questionable tactics of wedding gown manufacturer, Kanacca. Your fall must-have coat for $35?! The...
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With cozy hats priced at $50, cashmere gloves for $45, and a snuggly sweater coat for $160, it's high time you started stocking up at LandsEnd.com. - Lesley Scott fashiontribes. ↑ Grab this Headline Animator
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Mostly everything is in the $30 (earrings) - $150 (boots) range at ColdwaterCreek.com. - Lesley Scott fashiontribes. ↑ Grab this Headline Animator
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