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On November 21st 2011, special guest and Gaga Workshop collaborator Nicola Formichetti (Creative Director of Thierry Mugler/Lady Gaga Fashion Director) watched along with invited guests, as Lady Gaga opened the rope into her very first workshop at Barneys New York. The most anticipated workshop is finally here… and here I am to take you on […]
Read MoreYves Saint Laurent (Black Mamba Gold-Plated Snake-Skin Effect Cuff): The Black Mamba is notorious. Undisputedly the longest venomous snake in Africa, the fastest in the world, aggressiveness by nature and undoubtedly feared by many. Wear this bracelet to awaken your inner prowess. Leave bystanders breathless as you pair this cuff with a figure-enhancing shift dresses, […]
Read MoreNormally I speak of designer labels and fashion icons, but in this edition I will focus on my good friend Rose. I have never had an opportunity to dress her, until now. On our trip to the Mall, we hit three stores: H&M, Forever 21 and Too Cute Boutique. Rose is a classical gal (not […]
Read MoreOn September 21st of 2011, Nicola Formichetti (Creative Director of Thierry Mugler and Stylist to Lady Gaga) closed shop at his Canal Street location. The Nicola’s Dead Event was very bittersweet. This was my last chance to view Nicola Formichetti’s artistic props, thumb through original Mugler fashion and young designer finds, while enjoying some over-the-top […]
Read MoreMonth: August. Year: 2011. Location: W Hotel Rooftop Lounge (Downtown Manhattan) Over cocktails and Magnum ice cream (courtesy of Refinery29 launch party) I met Jacqueline Cruz. Her hair pinned in a loose up-do, leopard blouse, black skirt, nude patent Louboutin heels and a Monogram Canvas Louis Vuitton tote. Adorning her ears, neck and wrist were […]
Read MoreFashion’s Night Out tops itself each year with so many events and so little time. I thought long and hard about what venue I’d attend and set my sights on Alexander McQueen, which would then be followed by Nicola. On my visit to Alexander McQueen, the boutique presented their guests with a Fashion’s Night Out […]
Read MoreThere’s a black lace movement on the rise. In recent reports, Jason Wu welcomed the black veil for Fall 2011 and now Chanel Haute Couture enlightens us on a smaller scale with lace eyes. I particularly like this look because of how low-maintenance it is. Simply grab a piece of lace fabric, cut into a […]
Read MoreJuly 2011, Actress Emma Watson graced the cover of VOGUE Magazine, her lips enriched in a deep Gothic reddish-burgundy color. In my quest to recreate this very look, I sought the help of the experts at MAC Cosmetics and came across “DIVA” lipstick (a highly pigmented purplish-red hue.) Being married to retail mogul Francois Pinault […]
Read MoreThe fabulous Daphne Guinness has evoked a love for veils, stating “It’s less pretentious than sunglasses… It gives you that slight distance from things. Everything’s a bit grainy, like a super-eight film.” Well said Daphne! Other fashion-forward divas such as Lady Gaga have embraced the veil. Even Jason Wu introduced it for his Fall 2011 […]
Read MoreA look Gwen Stefani would love. –> Translation: FUN! Giambattista Valli (leopard-print silk-organza top): Match this top with black, white, red or blue denim, pencil skirts, dress pants and shorts. ACNE (skin high-rise skinny jeans): Works best with solid and graphic draped tees, jacket-blazers, embroidered, sheer or lace blouses. Louboutin (python and nubuck ankle boots): […]
Read MoreTortoise shell is a Spring/Summer must-have and these over-sized square frame sunglasses deliver a dose of that. Throw on a white blazer, camisole, cigarette jeans and leather thong sandals with either a woven, slouchy or Kelly bag style. The woven bucket bag is a great weekend bag. Perfect for those relaxing days on the beach, […]
Read MoreEver open your closet door and stare directly into space, wondering what to wear? Don’t torture yourself! Just grab a Sharpie marker and scribble into your agenda these six impressive looks for work and play. Work Week: Office appropriate and for after-work activities, like finger foods and happy hour at your favorite bar. T by […]
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