L I V E ♥ L O V E ♥ F A S H I O N ♥: August 2010

Aug 23, 2010

jewelry to DIE for!

Jewelry is a very important component to a wardrobe because it can dress-up or dress-down an outfit, and is also an expression of one's personality! Jewelry can also be rather expensive, but a brand called Diana Warner Jewelry by the designer Diana Warner is the best of both worlds! This jewelry line has the luxe factor without breaking the bank, and if you don't agree just ask the cast of Gossip Girl, who frequently wear it on the show! The line of jewelry has a range of simple gold bangles to glitzy necklaces, but all under the price-point of 3oo dollars! Here are a few of my favorite pieces and you can find this fabulous jewelry line at boutiques across America, as well as the website: www.dianawarnerstudio.com!

Tree of Life necklace in antique brass

$55

Tere necklace (worn on Gossip Girl)

$55

Bob earrings in gold (designed by Bob Bundy, father of Diana)

$68

Cocktail ring in light Amethyst

$84

Nancy bracelet in sterling

$42

Fabulous pieces, so shop now!

LIVE.LOVE.FASHION.

Aug 9, 2010

The September Issue

They're almost here! The September issues of magazines that are most coveted by fashionistas world-wide! These issues are more snapped up then other month issues because September means the start of a new year for students, or the start of a new season for people with careers, where white linen and comfortable t-shirts are put away, and Fall's biggest trends are put to the test! Here are the covers for this coveted month in fashion:

photos courtesy of cocoperez.com

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Aug 7, 2010

NEW DESIGNER, NEW OBSESSION

Prabal Gurung is my new love! His clothes are beautiful, elegant, and perfect for a lady, including First Lady, Michelle Obama, who wore his designs! His collections are works of art, and move beautifully when worn! A Parsons grad, Prabal worked under various design houses such as Donna Karan, Manoush Arora, Cynthia Rowley, and Bill Blass! He debuted his first collection in February 2009 during New York Fashion Week, and this past February, he took his talents to the tents at Bryant Park! This year at NYFW at Lincoln Park, he will be showing on Saturday, Sept. 11 at 1:00, and this will be his second time showing at Mercedes Benz Fashion Week! Best of luck to Prabal, and can't wait to see the S/S 2011 collection!

A few of my favorite Fall 2010 designs:

For more information, check out: www.prabalgurung.com
LIVE.LOVE.FASHION.

Aug 6, 2010

It's HERE!

Finally, Mercedes Benz Fashion Week released the schedule of the legendary New York Fashion Week Fall Shows! Can't wait to seethe 2011 Spring/Summer Collections, and at a new location: Lincoln Park!

Can't wait for the shows, especially looking forward to the Milly, Tory Burch, and Tibi show because they are always major!

LIVE.LOVE.FASHION.

Aug 4, 2010

Eloise Please!

As a young girl, I was a fervent reader of the Eloise books! I loved the fantasy life that Eloise lived, and even wished I was her at times! I mean what girl wouldn't want to live like a Princess in the Penthouse of the Plaza? Well, now those fantasies of wanting to live like Eloise can come true because the Plaza is opening the "Eloise Suite" on the 18th floor on Aug, 16th! But, of course, luxury always comes with a price. One night in this Princess suite costs $995, but with this special night of sleeping in Eloise's room, you will receive a $100 gift card to the fabulous Eloise shop, a framed photo of you in the Eloise suite, and an Eloise camera to snap pictures of your stay in the girly suite! Oh, and the designer of the suite is the one and only, Betsey Johnson, who is known for her shockwave collections full of pink and funky prints! Here are some shots of the suite:

LIVE.LOVE.FASHION.

Aug 3, 2010

T H E NEW MCM!

Move over MCM handbags, there's a new MCM in town!

Fashion Designer and recent University of Alabama apparel/textile design grad, Mary Catherine Moody, is a designer to watch! Mary Catherine's design technique consists of creating classic silhouettes with stunning embellished fabrics and applique! Her first collection, La Femme, consisted of 30 hand-sewn gorgeous dresses that any fashionista would love! Her attention to detail is what makes the dress so special because she has a strong eye for beauty and embellishment! The designer is currently in Atlanta working on her debut of her Fall 2011 collection!

MCM Designs: