As one of the undisputed go-tos for Isabel Marant, Alaa, and Preen in L.A., West Third Streets Satine boutique has built a fiercely loyal clientele who trust owner Jeannie Lee to buy the best of the best collections season after season. But for the woman on a budget, all Alaa all the time can be hard to manage. Its very difficult to find great clothes at the contemporary price point, Lee admitted. That lower price point so often just compromises quality and design. So, together with one of her very first customers, former model Kelly Sawyer Patricof, Lee founded her own private label to fill the void.
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Sparkly eveningwear might not be the first thing that comes to mind when you think of Topshop. But now that the upscale chain has come to America, it must adjust for American tastes. And as you know, theres nothing Americans like more than sparkles, busy designs, and color. Were basically a bunch of one-year-olds.
According to Styleite, the store is launching a new line in America called Dress Up, which will feature those gaudy patterns our large, American frames crave.
Via Styleite/WWD:
“[The line is] very elaborate, embellished pieces in fine silks and satin with beading and sequins,” said Topshop mogul Sir Philip Green. “It
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Bored with your hairdo? Take a cue from celebrities like Leighton Meester, Kelly Rowland and Nicole Kidman who have recently transformed their tresses thanks to brow-grazing bangs.
Bangs are a great way to update your look without sacrificing length off your ends, according to celebrity hairstylist and Nexxus creative director Kevin Mancuso. The addition of thick, blunt fringe immediately draws focus to your eyes and emphasizes your bone structure.
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Look for Less: Gucci Bamboo Handbag
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Tags: Bamboo Handbag, Gucci Bamboo, Gucci Bamboo Handbag, Handbag
Charles Martyn | Fashion Glossary | 07 17th, 2011| No Comments »Tags: Bamboo Handbag, Gucci Bamboo, Gucci Bamboo Handbag, Handbag
This Gucci Bamboo handbag (on top) retails for more than a whopping $2,000. Here’s a very similar look for less from Mellie Bianco that won’t break the bank at just $99. It also come in orange.
Here’s where to get it:
Zoe Bamboo Top Handle, Mellie Bianco, $99
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Dannii Minogue and Myleene Klass dropped by M&S
Charles Martyn | Fashion Glossary | 07 17th, 2011| No Comments »
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Charles Martyn | Fashion Glossary | 07 17th, 2011| No Comments »Tags: Dannii Minogue, Dropped, Myleene Klass
Dannii Minogue and Myleene Klass have reportedly been dropped as the faces of Marks and Spencer.
The pair, along with Twiggy and Lisa Snowdon, have both appeared in a number of adverts for the retailer, but it is now being claimed that the celebrities are alienating older customers with their youthful and sexy looks.
It is believed that M&S will now drop all celebrities as ambassadors of their brand from now on, in a bid to lure back older customers.
According to the Daily Star, a source said: “It’s going to be back to basics from now on.
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Usually, it’s editorial shakeups that get us all confused and inspire us to create befuddling charts and guides to recap and (at least attempt to) make sense of movement within the fashion industry. Lately, however, it seems that most of the movement is taking place at big fashion houses. Whether it’s the economy or designers getting burnt-out, it seems like a top level position opens (or gets filled) every week.
From Gallianos exit from Dior to Marios Schwabs from Halston (which happened so recently we didnt have a chance to include it), here’s our little visual guide to the recent ins and outs at major fashion houses.