Cat, that is. You like how I optimized this for SEO, right? Anyhoodle, cat lovers across the internet and fashion (two spheres that, admittedly, love cats) will rejoice in knowing that United Bamboo's highly popular and publicized CAT CALENDAR will be making a triumphant return for 2013. The brand has this time opened up casting to the world, or at least their fans and followers. So, if your pussy was made for fashion fame and fortune, post a pic on the brand's Facebook wall or tweet it to them @UnitedBamboo with the hashtag #catclub.
Now, pardon me while I muster up the best possible snaps of Simon and Violet (below, L &R) - it's time those kitties start earning their keep!
Lululemon's known for a great pant, that's a given, but small-busted girls in the market for a new workout tank may wish to stop everything they're doing right now, and consider the Pure Balance Tank ($58), seen above.
While I am admittedly prone to hyperbole, trust me when I say that this fitted racerback is, hands down, the most flattering workout top I've ever strapped myself into. Made of Lululemon's signature Luon fabric, which is moisture wicking and chafe resistant (read: function), the lined and detailed cups here add volume to my sadly lacking upper half (hello: form), yet stay in place through crunches, pretzels and mountain climbers galore.
The Pure Balance Tank is THE perfect complement to my favorite Lululemon pant - the Embrace Crop. If you're in the market for new workout gear, visit your local store or shop online at www.lululemon.com.
Thus, I just placed a pre-order for the Lorimer jean jacket (it comes complete with PINS; I'm SCREAMING RIGHT NOW, can you hear me?) for $295 via J.Crew personal shopper.
Part of a three-piece capsule collection launching May 17, the Pamela Love pieces (see also a skinny jean and a gorgeous studded belt) will be available exclusively at www.jcrew.com, at the Fifth Avenue store, and via phone. If you're equally as powerless/desperate, pre-order now (the jacket, $298, is available in sizes XXS-XL) via J.Crew personal shopper at 1.800.562.0258,
M·A·C Cosmetics clearly wishes for me to go broke, as today they announced a limited edition line of cosmetics with fashion visionary, muse and my personal GIRL CRUSH Carine Roitfeld.
Slated to launch in Fall 2012, the former Editor in Chief of Vogue Pariscollaborated on all creative aspects of the collection, including package design, product names and colour palettes. This essentially ensures PERFECTION, guys.
The M·A·C Carine Roitfeld Collection will feature 20 pieces, with a focus on eyes and brows that reflect Carine’s signature look: smoky eye, bold brows and nude lips. A specially created Good Luck Star stencil will also make its debut and can be seen in the collection image for which Carine was photographed by Mario Sorrenti. This marks the first time M·A·C has worked with the legendary photographer.
Stay tuned for more information, and a more comprehensive review at launch...
Fashion confession time. My name is Dina and I'm a sunglasses ADDICT. In fact, I've acquired no fewer than four pairs already this season, by Elizabeth and James, Oliver Peoples, House of Harlow and most recently, KamaliKulture (see the snazzy Square Cat Eye shades seen above!)
In case you're not familiar, KamaliKulture is a new collection of timeless, classic styles (think high-quality, smart suiting separates and versatile, wear EVERYWHERE jersey dresses), all under $100, from fashion industry icon and all-around power woman Norma Kamali. Now, Norma's created MANY a design signature in her day, from Farrah Fawcett's red swimsuit (now in the Smithsonian!) to the Sleeping Bag Coat, the All-in-One Tunic/Dress and soooo many more. BUT among my many NK favorites has long been her signature Square Cat Eye sunglasses. Impeccably designed, entirely classic and ultra lightweight, these babies recently launched (among a myriad of other classic eyewear styles!) in the KamaliKulture collection for an ENTIRELY affordable and borderline irresistable $98.
Let's not discuss how much I've paid for sunglasses elsewhere, and let's instead remember that smart, empowered women make smart choices with their money. Start with your shades (baby steps, my friends), and shop KamaliKulture eyewear here!
Last night, I was privy to a VERY special event at Style Coalition headquarters – namely, the unveiling of HP's latest fusion of fashion and technology – the HP Pavilion dm1 by Brazilian designer Alexandre Herchcovitch.
This very special special edition notebook is teeny tiny, weighing in at just 3.5 pounds, and boasts a design inspired by the textures and colors found in Herchcovitch's Autumn/Winter 2012 collection (notably the stunning gold dress seen in slide 22 here). Overlayed on the laptop is an intricate black lace pattern layered over an iridescent olive pearl color, with details carried through fully to the keyboard.
Of course, HP understands that women want ACCESSORIES for their tech accessories, and thus, this Designer Edition comes fully dressed, with a gorgeous gold laptop case and matching mouse. Together, the bundle will sell exclusively at QVC with a starting price of just $629.95.
Scroll through the gallery for a glimpse at both the notebook and the event, and tell me, is this gorgeous PC as tempting to you as it is to me?
The legendary/notorious Jean Paul Gaultier was recently announced as Creative Director for Diet Coke, news which felt (to me) like a PR stunt if I've ever seen one. BUT ignore my jaded attitude and instead, embrace the uniquely delightful ‘Night & Day’ themed Diet Coke bottles, designed by JPG and revealed today. Each pays pays homage to Gaultier’s infamous designs - Day, with a chic nautical theme and Night with a little cha, cha, cha, lace and fishnet.
The ‘Night & Day’ bottles are available across nine countries in Europe starting now. And stay tuned, to complete the collection, a third limited-edition bottle will be launched later in the year - a ‘Tattoo’ design inspired by Gaultier’s love of body art.
One thing's for sure, these bottles are simply too pretty to even THINK about recycling - Earth Month be damned.
It's no surprise to the WORLD, or at least to people who see me on a daily basis, that I love a little color. But when the kind folks at ideeli - one of my FAVORITE online shopping destinations - challenged me with styling these bold and boisterous Desigual wedges, even I took pause.
These babies bring new meaning to the word COLOR, all caps required obvs - they include a bold mix of blue, green, violet and more. Truth be told, I almost took the easy way out and - after all, a bold shoe is the perfect foil to a neutral look. But then, I decided to go for the gold, treat navy as a neutral and make things pop with HUDSON's Nico Mid-Rise Super Skinny Jean in Lavender. If THIS MUCH color isn't isn't for you, take heed, you can absolutely embrace a bright, patterned shoe in a more subtle way. Here are just a few ideas on how to wear Desigual's Celia wedge:
To add pop to a casual LBD (little black dress, that is!) for a weekend brunch or a stroll on the High Line
To lend contrast and interest to a slim cropped white jean and navy boatneck tee
For an unexpected surprise at the foot of a polished black or charcoal short suit
With a sweet summer sundress - try pattern with pattern or a simple white eyelet
Among my favorite faces is supermodel Agyness Deyn and, as you already know, one of my favorite designers is Rebecca Minkoff. This spring, they've collaborated to create a short fashion film that showcases Minkoff's lovely spring/summer collection in the guise of an audition. View the vid above, and check out Minkoff's new arrivals - including snazzy studded shades and a dreamy tangerine dress- on site now!
Marni's highly-anticipated collaboration with H&M debuts tomorrow, in stores and online, but I'll be attending a pre-launch shopping event tonight. I'm a lucky gal, what can I say?
One thing that I've learned is that it's important to PLAN AHEAD and STAY FOCUSED when highly anticipated merch like this hits stores. If you don't have a shopping list ahead of time, you may miss the items you were keenest on acquiring.
My hit list (glad you asked!) includes the goodies seen above: a stellar stacked heel sandal (PRIORITY: NUMERO UNO), classic anorak, statement necklace and a sweet printed silk top. The best part, of course, is the price: nothing in the Marni for H&M collection is over $129 (for a coat) and most items are priced around $80, with accessories ringing in at just $19.95. At these prices, I'll be able to maintain a guilt-free existence - for at least one evening, that is.
