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...
Read the whole thing "Time to get Fashionably Four-Eyed. Glasses are the Latest "It" Accessory. FASHIONTRIBES FASHION & ACCESSORIES BLOG" »
Simply fill the hollow tube in the center with ice...a clever solution to a pesky entertaining conundrum. - via Stylehive.com RELATED STORIES: A chic case for your iPhone. Stylish lily table lamp. fashiontribes. ↑ Grab this Headline Animator
Read the whole thing "STYLEHIVE BUZZ: Keep Bevvies Cold without Becoming Watery. FASHIONTRIBES LIFESTYLE BLOG" »
These eyecatching pieces are crafted by hand in Dorian's studio in NYC using semiprecious stones, sterling silver & Venetian glass - originally inspired by her travels. “Italy had always been one of my favorite countries to visit," notes the award-winning...
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When Yamilia Halfon recognized that at a tender young age that her sister, Alina Garcia, was already exhibiting a flair for fashion, she began encouraging her to become a designer.
Read the whole thing "Cheery & Gorgeous, Alina Luxury Handbags Perk up Any Ensemble. FASHIONTRIBES FASHION & ACCESSORIES BLOG" »
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...
Read the whole thing "Zakkerz Cleverly Solves an Age-Old Fashionista Problem: Having a Single Pair of Pants Work with Both Flats & Heels. FASHIONTRIBES FASHION BLOG" »
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...
Read the whole thing "Channel Your Inner Arts & Crafts Hippie - a la D&G for Spring 2008 - in a Beaded Tunic from Indo-Chic Designs. FASHIONTRIBES FASHION BLOG" »
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...
Read the whole thing "Customizable Luxury Handbags from Bissac. A Fab First from our Fashionable French Friends. FASHIONTRIBES FASHION & ACCESSORIES BLOG" »
WHAT: The 2nd Annual Style Festival (SF) - a day-long extravaganza featuring a fashion show & launch of the new hot Australian label Celebrity Uniform; beauty lounges offering free makeovers and sample giveaways; gourmet food tasting and on-site interactive cooking...
Read the whole thing "Celebrate in Style at Union Square in San Francisco on Sat., 9/29. FASHIONTRIBES FASHION BLOG" »
Miss Universe, Rachel Smith, Hip-Hop Summit Action Network Executive Director, Valeisha Butterfield & recording artist Mya hope to improve the image of women in entertainment With impending Congressional hearings on hip-hop, BET’s recently-televised controversial panel Hip-Hop Vs. America and the...
Read the whole thing "Women in Entertainment Empowerment Network (WEEN) Launches in High Style. FASHIONTRIBES FASHION BLOG" »
From their new Elisia ("ellipse") collection (#OR854329) & simply stunning. Available at Bulgari.com. - Lesley Scott RELATED STORIES: Fine jewelry must-haves for fall. A gorgeous Swarovski crytal cuff. Vintage fine jewelry from Beladora. Celebrate the 100th anniversary of Neiman Marcus...
Read the whole thing "Enchant in Bvlgari Amethyst, Rubellite & Diamond Dangly Earrings. FASHIONTRIBES FASHION & ACCESSORIES BLOG" »
- via Stylehive.com RELATED STORIES: Light up with a lily table lamp. Stylish digs: Anouska Hempel's Blakes Hotel in London fashiontribes. ↑ Grab this Headline Animator
Read the whole thing "STYLEHIVE BUZZ: Stylish Storage for your iPhone. FASHIONTRIBES FASHION & ACCESSORIES BLOG" »
a dapper FDR (center) in Yalta in 1945 sporting a Brooks Brothers cape, seated next to Winston Churchill & Joseph Stalin (photo: MensVogue.com); a look from the new Brooks Brothers Black Fleece label As the first guest designer invited to...
Read the whole thing "Be a Dandy this Fall in Top-Notch Thom Browne-Designed Duds for Brooks Brothers. FASHIONTRIBES FASHION BLOG" »
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.
Read the whole thing "J'tote Gorgeous Laptop Bags Put Typical Boring Black Laptop Bags to Shame. FASHIONTRIBES FASHION & ACCESSORIES BLOG" »
Combining her winemaking know-how with spa treatments & skincare, Lydia Mondavi - of the wine family clan fame - developed 29 Cosmetics, a line of makeup containing anti-aging grape seed extract. The new holiday collection includes SPF 20 lipsticks with...
Read the whole thing "Napa Valley's Picturesque Highway 29 Inspires a Luxury Makeup Line. FASHIONTRIBES BEAUTY BLOG" »
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" »
To sail into fall with a glowing complexion, Cosmetic Aesthetic Expert Dr. Cheryl Perlis offers up these seven tips & tricks: 1. Exfoliate Why? Get rid of dry, flaky, scaly skin & allow treatments to reach deep within the dermis....
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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...
Read the whole thing "Stock up on Affordable Uniqlo Cashmere in Cutting Edge Pantone Colors. FASHIONTRIBES FASHION BLOG" »
Delivers a high end couture look without the commensurate couture pricetag. Available at EmporioArmani.com. - Lesley Scott fashiontribes. ↑ Grab this Headline Animator
Read the whole thing "Step Out in Emporio Armani's Unique Suede "Roll" Mules. FASHIONTRIBES FASHION & SHOE BLOG" »
Anyone claiming not to secretly believe the Magic 8-ball is either lying or not worth knowing. Toss the multi-faceted cube on the table just as you would a pair of dice, and let its symbols & words determine whether the...
Read the whole thing "The Lancôme "Destiny Cube" Gives it up to the Beauty Gods. FASHIONTRIBES BEAUTY BLOG" »
hats off - or on - to a new era As part of their Are You Part of the New Era? global advertising campaign, headwear manufacturer New Era is teaming up with Foot Locker on a three country search for...
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After a month of grueling Fashionweeks in New York, London, Milan & Paris, many a globetrotting fashionista heads for R&R in luxury resorts, villas & spas in destinations as chic as they are. From private villas hidden away on pristine...
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How's this for the shame-on us-category: despite knowing how to beat the disease for a century, malaria reamins the number one killer of children under five in Africa, claiming 3,000 children & pregnant mothers each day & more than 1...
Read the whole thing "Super Chic Limited Edition Designer Tees Help Fight Malaria. FASHIONTRIBES FASHION BLOG" »
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...
Read the whole thing "Bag, Borrow or Steal Vintage Chanel 2.55, Hermès & Gucci for as Little as $40 per Week. FASHIONTRIBES FASHION BLOG" »
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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Holiday parties are just around the corner...which are fun for the soul & palate - think turkey, stuffing, eggnog, champagne, tasty tidbits - but hell on the waistline. Fortunately, Dr. Grigory Sadkhin, founder of The Sadkhin Complex, has these seven...
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- via Stylehive.com RELATED STORIES: Anouska Hempel's stylish hotel design in London Stunning Ogus lamps Clever Smar Tea teapot The stylish, practical Stefani Bigi chair fashiontribes. ↑ Grab this Headline Animator
Read the whole thing "STYLEHIVE BUZZ: Flowers Die...Unlike the Lily Table Lamp Which Lives On & is Actually Useful. FASHIONTRIBES HOME DECOR BLOG" »
3.5 inch wide violet lambskin band studded with a massive central crystal flanked by clusters of black agate & violet crystals...& definitely lives up to its name. Available at Swarovski.com. - Lesley Scott RELATED STORIES: Standout in a handmade Michelle...
Read the whole thing "Encrust Your Wrist with a Glam Swarovski Crystal "Dazzle" Cuff. FASHIONTRIBES FASHION & ACCESSORIES BLOG" »
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)...
Read the whole thing "Save an Extra 10% on Fall/Winter Fashion at Yoox.com until Sept. 24. FASHIONTRIBES FASHION BLOG" »
Starting Saturday, 9/22 at the Alife Rivington Club store (158 Rivington St. 212.375.8128) in NYC's Lower East Side, a mere 300 of these goose down jackets will be released in three colorways: red, purple & black and each with its...
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Talented designers function like a canary in the mine: they act as a translator of the collective unconscious. When Marc Jacobs staged his most recent Spring 2008 collection in reverse - opening with his final bow, followed by the final...
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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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Equally chic under trousers or paired with a pencil skirt. Available at BrownsFashion.com. - Lesley Scott RELATED STORIES: Marc Jacobs has the must-have bag for Spring 08. Chic cream-colored wedge booties from Golden Bleu. Metallic Mary Janes from Guiseppe Zanotti....
Read the whole thing "Ladylike Brown Snakeskin Mary Janes by Marc Jacobs Put a Spring in Your Step. FASHIONTRIBES FASHION & SHOE BLOG" »
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...
Read the whole thing "A Red Carpet Metallic Pewter Clutch for $35. FASHIONTRIBES FASHION & ACCESSORIES BLOG" »
From now until November 30th, enter at a participating Target store to pick up your Passport to Beauty from your local Boots Beauty Advisor, receive a free makeover with the latest fall color recommendations or a customized skincare regimen, and...
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(photos: Style.com) Running the entire Spring 2008 show in reverse - starting by opening with his final bow, followed by the last look (#56) and then the rest of the run-of-show in descending order - Marc Jacobs presented a Galliano-worthy...
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Guiseppe Zanotti - Saks.com Donna Karan - Zappos.com Dolce & Gabbana python print bootie - NeimanMarcus.com Manolo Blahnik - BergdorfGoodman.com A snazzy & stylish touch peeking out from under a pair of the season's wide-legged pants in a tweed or...
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Holiday is the perfect time to put on the Ritz & lay on the glitz. The new Everything Glows Collection for eyes, cheeks & lips lets a girl glimmer & shimmer with elegance, with five vitamin-enriched & crease-resistant shades for...
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Beloved by stars, musicians, designers & other A-listers for its stylish surroundings & strict anti-paparazzi policy. - via Stylehive.com RELATED STORIES: Stylehive Buzz: Globetrotting luggage from the Conran Shop. Stylehive Buzz: Bask in the glow of a chic Ogus lamp....
Read the whole thing "STYLEHIVE BUZZ: The Anouska Hempel-designed Blakes Hotel in London Makes for Mega-Chic Digs on the Road. FASHIONTRIBES TRAVEL BLOG" »
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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You're trying to avoid ingesting harmful chemicals, so why put them on your body? Nature's Inventory vegan essential oils provide a chemical- & pesticide-free remedy for a variety of ailments including cellulite, brittle nails, water retention, varicose veins & aging...
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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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A sneak peek at the Italian-made python Mary Jane/Court Chanel - a delectable confection from Nicolina's Spring 2008 collection made in limited quantities by footwear craftsman in Bologna, Florence, Venice & Marche. Purchasing info at Nicolina-Online.com. - Lesley Scott RELATED...
Read the whole thing "Instead of the Telltale Red Sole, Opt for Nicolina's Unique Lilac Sole with a Single Swarovski Crystal. FASHIONTRIBES FASHION & SHOE BLOG" »
- via Stylehive.com RELATED STORIES: STYLEHIVE BUZZ: A Smar Tea Teapot by WMF. STYLEHIVE BUZZ: Park it in a snazzy Stefano Bigi chair. STYLEHIVE BUZZ: Show off your savvy with gorge globetrotting luggage. STYLEHIVE BUZZ: A relaxation room that arrives...
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To commemorate Neiman Marcus Stores' 100th anniversary, Lana Jewelry designed an exclusive, limited edition 10-piece Iconic collection of 14-karat yellow-, white- & rose-gold & diamond bling - ranging in price from $1500-$800. The Monroe ring features three discs of different...
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True, white probably doesn't rate high on the I'll-wear-it-forever scale...but when they look like this, who cares? Available at ActiveEndeavors.com. - Lesley Scott RELATED STORIES: Poems about shoes! The sexy leg workout devoted to working it in stilettos. Stylish heels...
Read the whole thing "Cream Colored Wedge Boots from Golden Bleu Make a Wise Fash Footwear "Investment" - FASHIONTRIBES SHOE BLOG" »
(photo: BeautyDen.com) Recurring weddings, galas, travel plans, parties...do yourself a favor and invest in a bit of advance hair-removal primping for fuss-free beauty on the go. "The most essential thing to keep in mind when preparing your skin for an...
Read the whole thing "Get Gorgeous for Your Own Red Carpet Moments with Laser Hair Removal. FASHIONTRIBES BEAUTY BLOG" »
Handcrafted in Vietnam from iridescent copper Dupioni silk & unzips from a handy 7" x 4" into a fulls-size tote measuring 19" x 16" with 5" straps. Never has saying "no" to plastic bags been more chic or more global...
Read the whole thing "Unzip a Chic Copper Silk Clutch into a Roomy Tote for Unexpected Extra Purchases & Stylish Schlepping. FASHIONTRIBES FASHION & ACCESSORIES BLOG" »
Ford Models’ Bridget Burrick reviews the new fall trends from designers such as Alexander McQueen and Robert Rodriquez. - Lesley Scott RELATED STORIES: Fall must-haves from Mossimo for Target. Stylefeeder's fashionista share the Top 10 fall fash trends they'll be...
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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" »
Tara Shannahan, MFA Fashion Design A San Francisco fractured and shattered by the 1906 earthquake compared to today...an era of fading influence contrasted with a modern polished façade inspired Shannahan's all-white showing of draped dresses and flowy pants ensembles in...
Read the whole thing "FASHIONWEEK Spring 2008: Academy of Art University Graduates Show. FASHIONTRIBES FASHION BLOG" »