Monthly Archives: April 2010

Seen on the Scene: Solange Knowles

Posted on April 30, 2010 by

Last night Solange Knowles attended the DKMS’s 4th Annual Gala: Linked Against Leukemia at Cipriani 42nd Street in New York City wearing a geometric printed wrapped halter mini dress and black platform pumps. I think Solange looks fabulous. I absolutely … Continue reading →

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J’adore… Oetzi3300 Canvas Rucksack

Posted on April 22, 2010 by

When I was younger back to school time was the worst time of the year for me. Not only did it mean that I could no longer spend every waking hour outside in the sunshine with my friends but it … Continue reading →

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J’adore… Men’s Edition

Posted on April 22, 2010 by

During the winter my wardrobe mirrors the weather – black, grey and white – but as soon as the mercury starts to rise everything gets more comfortable and vibrant. These F-Troupe Suede TC39 Buzzsaw deck shoes are the perfect addition to … Continue reading →

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Quote, Unquote…

Posted on April 22, 2010 by

“Fashion and design are art. They enclose different cultural manifestations and tell the story of our time. They are simply everything.” -Fernando and Humberto Campana, product and furniture designers -Septembre

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Case Of The Copycat: Dior Homme And Kris Van Assche

Posted on April 18, 2010 by

*Updated Post* I used to do a rather regular post called “The Highs And Lows of Fashion” where I would post designer looks and their more affordable counterparts. I, however, stopped posting about these ‘looks for less’ because I felt … Continue reading →

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Guest Editor Penelope Cruz Normalizes Paris Vogue

Posted on April 17, 2010 by

It’s no secret. I love international editions of Vogue (Nippon, Paris and the recently launched Vogue Turkey) because of the chances and variety that they take with fashion, layout and their covers. I love that their layouts reflect the sheer … Continue reading →

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Taking A Chance: Underwear as Outerwear

Posted on April 17, 2010 by

When the clock struck 2010 this year I made two sets of resolutions: one general set (work out, increase savings, learn French) and a set of fashion resolutions. On that list (which I blogged about here) I said I wanted … Continue reading →

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The Curious Case of Lady Gaga’s White Hermès Birkin

Posted on April 15, 2010 by

There are very few things more sacred in fashion than the Hermès Birkin. Victoria Beckham owns over 100 and I dream of the day when a black Birkin with gold hardware will be dangling from my arm. So it may … Continue reading →

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The Midas Touch Courtesy of Karl Lagerfeld at Chanel

Posted on April 14, 2010 by

Chanel. It is amazing that after all these years and all the various products that carry the logo (fishing rods, opera glasses, bikes) those interlocking ‘C’s still persist. In my web surfing some very chic, very Karl shoes have popped … Continue reading →

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Quote, Unquote…

Posted on April 14, 2010 by

Fashion. That one word evokes so much emotion, passion and sometimes vitriol. Whether you love it or hate it everyone has an opinion on it. Those on the outside think that those on the inside reside in an ivory tower … Continue reading →

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