I am wearing the blue Oscar de la Renta dress, love it!!!
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Jimmy Choo launched their PEP Collection to benefit Project PEP with the Elton John AIDS Foundation. This project supports the funding of the Simelela Centre in South Africa and 25% of net sales from this limited edition collection will go directly to this effort. Jimmy Choo has a dedicated site "Jimmy Choo 72" to host this project as well as hold a competition called "You, Your Shoe Size and 72". The Vibrant Capsule Collection features a distinctive and collectible punk rock motif print representing Jimmy Choo's passionate and individualist spirit. The number "72" is key because after exposure to HIV, victims of rape have just 72 hours to visit the Simelela Centre and start a course of potentially lifesaving PEP treatment. This effort along with the Elton John Foundation ensures this clinic stays open 24/7 for the crucial PEP treatment. The complete accessories collection includes this tote, a clutch, jewelry, shoes, scarf, belt and phone tag (a strap). The super cool and high energy tote is $995 for large tote and $795 for smaller tote.
It is true Lanvin has lost its luster but there are still a couple of bags that are worthy of my desire, like this Happy Quilted Clutch. Notice I used desire instead of "lust", this just isn't one of those bags that begs for my attention. But if you need a good clutch, this does fit the bill. The trend now is to go for a standout clutch that makes the outfit, like a Derek Lam or McQueen that will start conversations but sometimes all we need is a wallflower clutch that just sits back and blends in. Yeah, that was a really nice way to say this is boring but with the beautiful quilted light bronze satin and cool oversized turn lock closure, it does have many positive details to rave about. At Barneys New York for $1305.
Just when I thought designers have exhausted all ways of interpreting CHANEL's classic chain shoulder bag, YSL surprises me with Le Sixième. I'm not usually into stamped exotics but I have a sample of YSL's Roady hobo stamped stingray sitting in my room right now and I have to tell you, it's incredible how real it feels and looks! Le Sixième is a Net-a-porter.com exclusive so I'll have to stop at their office later if I want to see it in person but from the photos, pretty damn fabulous! Let's start with the chain, I like the open rings mixed with it (Givenchy did something similar with multi chains that I found too busy) but am a bit concerned with lack of shoulder strap rest. Just don't wear this with a bare shoulder and you should be fine. Long haired snobs should also be careful. The body of the bag is structured yet supple, the printed stingray is as sturdy as the real thing so the top should not collapse into the bag. Like the CHANEL, there is a flap back pocket, too! For $1,695 you'll get a dose of timeless classic in a must have exotic look. Not bad!
YSL Le Sixième bag at Net-a-porter.com
When I was younger I was obsessed with getting a dog. Every birthday, every good grade, every time I did anything remotely noteworthy I was convinced that I would be getting a dog (and a TV in my room for that matter...). Unfortunately growing up in Manhattan the only pets I ever had were some fish I got "free with purchase" in the Bloomingdale's Kids section one year, a turtle when I learned how to ride a bike, and some butterflies that came in a science kit that I had to let fly away after a few days -- booooring!
Looking back now I can of course see why my parents didn't want to get me a dog. Between rigorous course-work and endless after school activities there was no way I would have had time to care for a dog (I went to a French school where it's normal for kids as young as 11 who are in advanced classes to be in school from 8 to 6! Then factor in tennis, piano and all those other things kids are expected to do these days...I don't even know how I survived looking back!). Any case, I can totally see why these ladies want to pamper their dogs. They become like family I imagine, so I say why not tote them in a chic designer dog bag!
What do you think? Snob or Slob?
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Retro is definitely in. Halston is of course very 70's so it's not as in as the 80's and 60's these days but that could be a good thing. You will be above the fray, even though the return of 70's seem to be more frequent than necessary. Aside from the decade trend war, this clutch is amazing in its simplicity and function. A sturdy wristlet on a generously sized clutch makes life easier in many ways. The vibrant blue is spectacular! It's one of those colors that can go with anything because it stands on its own. You can be very Carrie Bradshaw with this and wear it with the most unlikely outfit. The more it doesn't match, the more awesome it is! At Net-a-Porter for $1395.
