August 2011
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Two Tone Watch...The Polka Dot
I “spot” a Fall trend, the two-tone polka dot.
How could you not, this slightly bold yet girly look was all over the runways for Fall 2011.These three outfits are from the Bensoni, Marc Jacobs, and Stella McCartney lines.
It has even spilled over into home design, I almost bought a polka dot tea pot yesterday!
Although Minnie Mouse was the first to wear it loud and proud, work it...
Navigating NY Fashion Week with Seemless Style
from Your Smart Phone, NYFW for the Tech Savvy, #NYFW Stay in the Know, …..
With NYFW just a week and a half away, here is your preparation cheat sheet of who to follow to be Fashionable In The Know for SS 2012
Websites: Official New York Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Website Elle
Social Media: Twitter: Get in the conversation or just follow along by tracking the #nyfw hashtag
Top...
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Slip into Fall Fashion with Hugh Hefner &...
It is hard to start thinking fall when we are still in sweltering summer but here’s a fun fall preview item that you can wear now and later - the slip-on loafer. Looks like the menswear for women trend is sticking around and getting very luxurious. The “it” shoe is a version of the infamous Hugh Hefner loafer styled in fabrics and colors for women.
Upon researching sources...
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"When I say Red Sole you say….Lawsuit?!”
As we know on Color Watch Wednesdays, the fashion industry constantly changes around several key factors, one of which is color. So what if a certain color is off limits?
Apparently Louboutin is saying the red sole is off limits, suing YSL for one million dollars on their 2011 Cruise Collection “Palais”, along with the “Taboo”, “Woodstock”, and “Tribute” models because they have a sole Louboutin...
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Tech Tuesday- Lion'esque Style Prep for #FNO
From Manhattan to Moscow, to Taiwan to Turkey, Fashion’s Night Out (FNO), the after-hours shopping event of the year will take place September 8th and with over 1000 events going on simultaneously you better be ready!
Strap on your stilettos and break out your hottest handbag its time to SHOP! So many shops, so little time - here how to build you game plan… Step 1: Download the FNO...
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3 Generations of Moda Monday Casual Chic Outerwear
3 Generations: 2 Brothers: 1 DNA - Casual Chic Outerwear
Just in time for fall we introduce to you, JensenMartin, an Italian-designed apparel linebased on 3 generations of craftsmanship and led by 2 brothers brought up in NY’s very own garment district.
A Moment with Designer Martin DiBattista:
“We just wanted it to have something that was ours and our vision,” says co-founder Martin Di...
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Fashion Forward Friday- My Jean Shop Craze
Today we highlight JEAN SHOP as part of ShopforSuccess - a first of it kind, two-day signature shopping event benefitting Dress for Success Worldwide on Sept. 16 & 17th
@JeanShop offers the highest quality Japanese selvedge denim in classic fits that can be custom washed in their store. All of their jeans are made in the USA offering custom washed leather outerwear, bags and small leather...
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Color Watch Wednesday- The season of the Wino
“Wine and dine a nice glass of Burgundy into your Fall wardrobe”
Although I feel like a kindergartner, kicking and screaming for summer not to leave me, we all know that She must. But fall isn’t so bad, you have an extra layer of clothing to have fun with. And with fall, we have a new color trend to play with and savor - Burgundy. Maybe because it reminds me of a beautiful glass...
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Moda Monday KAYU Love Affair!
KAYU is a Malay word that means wood Last week I got a guest pass to join our CEO to check out Intermezzo/ENK Collections. It was the last day of the trade show, last 2 hours actually. Mel and I had to be quick on our feet and breeze past the booths that felt familiar or were doing things we’ve already seen and gravitate to booths that moved us or in the case of Kayu...
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N:F:P & Fashion’s Night Out 2011 at RS POP Shop →
More Info Coming Soon!
N:F:P FRAMEWORK – SERIES 6
New Form Perspective is rooted in a modular design concept with linkable, moldable building blocks.
This Fall shop her current collection and preview Spring 2012 showcasing architectural possibilities using Gail Travis’ carefully engineered sweater designs, styled upon her signature felted dresses/tops and easy jersey underpinning...
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Fashion Forward Friday- Crazy for Caftans
I’ve sorted out the best way to go from glum to glamorous in 60 seconds. Put on a caftan! On a whim I tried one on this week and I never wanted to take it off. Pending how you style it, a caftan can be worn day or night as long as you are prepared to feel fabulous. Chanel featured a flowing pastel caftan in their 2011 Resort line that you could easily picture wearing on a yacht docked in...
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Top Shopping - Savvy App Thursday
As Lion’esque Style’s Official Fashion-ologist, I behold my Top Shop-Addict Apps!
ShopStyle - On a mision to find the perfect coral blouse, or that green clutch to complete your color blocking look, then ShopStyle is you new best friend. Cross-shop thousands of brands all at the same time by selecting a style, a store, a brand, a price range, a size, or even a color. When you...
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Color Watch Wednesday- Bringing Drew Barrymore's...
The Ombre, made popular by Drew Barrymore, is basically the gradual transition from one color to a lighter or darker hue.
You have more than likely seen it on a beautiful babe walking on the streets if you the fashionista that you are, are not rocking it yourself. Its “traditional” tone is brown to blonde. But as we all know today’s trend can be tomorrows fade. We are...
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What To Wear to Rock Your NiteTable with Ramy...
Lion’esque Style Watch- A little bit of sass and whole lot of sexy with designer Ramy Brook.
THE ESSENTIALS:
RAMY BROOK- SILK STRETCH CHARMEUSE
RAMY BROOK- JOYCIE ONE SHOULDER
With Patricia Brown’s Crystalline Fringe Collection
Feel beautiful, Look glamorous, and Exude confidence with Ramy Brooks’ tops and jumpsuits. We heart the sexy drape of her beautiful fabrics...
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Sadee Says Blog: Sadee Says Guest Curator: Melissa... →
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Sadee Says Guest Curator: Melissa Gonzalez
MELISSA’S FAVORITE ITEMS ON SADEE SAYS (SHOWN ABOVE)
“I would recommend these pieces to friends, clients, and would love to wear them myself!” -Melissa Gonzalez
Skova Soul - 2 Finger Feather Ring w/ Swarovski Crystals - $114…
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Fashion Friday's Summer Shady Lady
The summer sun and humidity can wreak havoc on your skin and hair. To protect myself from the sun and hide some of that frizz, my go-to style solution has been my hat collection. There is one for every occasion and they don’t have to break the bank. Here are some options for wherever the summer may lead, so you can be made in (your very own) shade. I imagined the woman in the inspiration...
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Pop Shop Till you Drop Part Two!
Oh Chelsea Market, like I need another excuse to frolic in your deliciously decadent down right dangerous rustic interiors… but how could I keep myself away? Back for the second time this Summer, the Ultimate Independent Designer Pop Up or iD if your in the know, is giving the thousands of daily Chelsea Market strollers a chance to fondle their designs in reality. 23+ passionate NYC...
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Color Watch Wednesday- Orange Celeb Cited!
Color blocking is all the trend. In shoes, clothing, nail polish and jewelry, color is in and the bold the better. The main color in the spotlight right now is orange. My favorite this season, orange and purple seen in the DVF line.
The trick to color blocking? Try to stay in the same family. Pair colors from the same family together like these warm colors of fiery red and hot pink seen...
