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I amy not have many needs but I sure have a lot of wants! Like the beauties that were not only made for walking but stopping traffic. They are the Gibson Wool-Tweed Derby Boot by Thom Browne available at MR Porter. I have a thousand looks already spiraling in my head to match them up with.
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Warby Parker
I started wearing glasses in the 11th grade when it wasn't cool. Well, that was then and today we have Warby Parker. Glasses are not a fad and they're more than a trend. Glasses have become a must-have staple in the world of fashion. It's an accessory that celebrates form while serving functionality. The 2014 Winter Collection by Warby Parker embraces that concept with eight super stylish designs. Let's meet these handsome beauties:
The Warby Parker Oates design is my personal favorite... This is the pair of the 2014 Winter Collection that I would rock with a suit or jeans. In shorts or in a tux. Like most Warby Parker designs, they boast a contemporary twist on a classic style. [I would need them in progressives which is not a problem for WP!] Imagine a chunky shawl collar cardigan, weathered jeans, suede boots and these WP Oates...
Up your cool factor with Warby Parker sunglasses!
Available in your prescription (if necessary) WP offers their expansive collection in various shades to suit your personal style.
Do these not scream convertible ride through the country?
Introducing: Talbot, Vaughan, Laurel, Verne and Wilkie round up the Warby Parker Winter Collection. You definitely must visit their website and go in their stores because what I have featured is really just a sampling of what Warby Parker offers. In addition to these eight new shapes, WP gave us choices, six new rich tones to be specific. And we like that! You see, they mixed things up in a very fashion-forward way: stainless steel meets acetate and if you really want to make a statement, add color! Confident. Sophisticated. Cool. There's a Warby Parker for everyone's personality.
Warby Parker 2014 Winter Collection
And speaking of "cool"... [did you know] that for every Warby Parker sold, they donate a pair to someone in need!
In 2012, legendary French fashion house, Christian Dior Couture, announced designer Raf Simons as its head Creative Director. Dior and I pays homage to the work of the talented Dior atelier and takes a privileged, behind-the-scenes look at the makings of Simons’ debut haute couture collection and how it returned to the origins of the house of Dior. Film & TV distributor The Orchard has acquired all rights in the U.S. and Canada to director Frédéric Tcheng’s fashion documentary Dior and I, which premiered at the 2014 Tribeca Film Festival to outstanding praise. This marks the third fashion film for Tcheng, who previously co-wrote and co-directed Diana Vreeland: The Eye Has to Travel and co-produced Valentino: The Last Emperor. The documentary captures the entire process behind Raf Simons debut couture collection in his new position as Creative Director of Christian Dior Couture.
The film is slated for a 2015 theatrical release in the U.S. and Canada.
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Fall is picking up steam, the holidays are just around the corner and excitement is in the air. After all, November and December are known for their holiday rituals, family gatherings and seemingly endless expenses. How is a fashionable lady to prepare her wallet for the expenditures of the holidays while still looking chic at all times? There are some surprisingly creative ways you can stay ahead of the curve with your wardrobe. Here are three tips to keep in mind.
When you think of your life as the stylish gal that you are, you probably envision yourself in pricey designer dresses and exotic heels. But what makes you a fashionista day in and day out are the staples. The real heroes of your closet are the pieces that hold all the other more extravagant looks together. Revisit your existing wardrobe, and pull out anything from tank tops to skinny jeans to cardigans. Spend some time mixing and matching what you already have, You'll find new combinations to spice up your the clothes you already own.
Have an array of perfectly fitting tanks? Keep them around. This way you’ll only need to buy a cute knit crop to wear over them for an entirely new style. Also, don’t forget that some statement pieces can be purchased at less expensive stores. You could get this irresistible down jacket for under $100 at H&M, and be both cozy and classy for a nominal price.
Need a few more dollars for your wardrobe wants? One way to free up some cash so your closet can reap the benefits is by saving on other big costs. Have a broken shower head? See if you can fix it yourself with the help of a YouTube video. Or ask your dad, boyfriend or friendly neighbor to help instead of shelling out the dough for a professional. On the market for a brand new TV? Try heading to a store like Walmart for its Black Friday deals on electronics to save a pretty penny.
On a similar note, take advantage of Black Friday or Cyber Monday deals for holiday gifts. Instead of buying gifts haphazardly, plan out one item per person and have a rough idea of how much you want to spend on each person. Do your research and hit up all the best stores. Knock out your list, under budget and in one fell swoop. You’ll be surprised by how much money is left over for you to put toward those new Hudson jeans or Free People sweater dress you've been eyeing.
It’s okay to spend a little more than financial sages may advise on something that will really complete your wardrobe. You just need to do this in moderation. Be sure the item is something high in quality that will last a long time. If you’re craving a Michael Kors purse, for instance, try a mobile buying and selling platform like Poshmark. It’s not hard to find a gently used name-brand handbag on a site like this at a fraction of the cost you would pay at the Michael Kors store. Prepare to do a little digging, and don’t be afraid to offer sellers a price lower than what is listed.
As a sophisticated trendsetter, you already know your favorite brands, styles and unique ways of putting togehher your next head-turning outfit. But for this holiday season, save yourself some cash and some stress by being diligent in your approach to adding to that magnificent closet. Give those basics a little TLC, save on some things and splurge on others. Get ready to have all eyes on you at that holiday cocktail party.
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I got hooked, and by hooked I mean, obsessed with
The Fashion Fund
and now its back for a second season! The docu-series gives us an inside look at the challenging and inspiring journey that the ten candidates up for the esteemed CFDA's Fashion Fund Designer of the Year award face in this incredible competition. But let's get real for a minute, can we? This is all great and engaging, but we know that the real reason we watch The Fashion Fund is to see
Anna Wintour. The Queen of Vogue smiles and removes her sunglasses from time to time. I can't get enough of her! The Fashion Fund reveals a side you don't usually see from Anna Wintour. She even takes you into her home. On a more personal note, I love that Jeffrey Fashion Cares' Jeffrey Kalinsky is on the show. He spoke about it with me last August.
*The Fashion Fund returns to the Ovation Network on 11/5.
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Uncle Karl took to the streets to protest women's lib for Spring 2015. It was a very stylish spectacle. (Last season Chanel went grocery shopping, remember that?!) I am all for showmanship, I love it, but what about the clothes? I was underwhelmed by the first grouping of tweeds. Dare I say they felt (a little) frumpy? But hey, if you're going to be frumpy, why not in Chanel! The black and white pieces towards the end of the collection were my favorites. And there were some pretty fab caplets and coats of varying lengths.
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John Galliano is back! He joins Maison Martin Margiela as their Creative Director with his "debut" collection next January during Paris Couture Week.
I remember Galliano from his early days, when he was working hard to find his footing. One of my favorite memories, that made me fall in love with him, was watching backstage footage during rehearsals and a bleached-blonde Galliano was directing a young Kate Moss to think Irving Penn while running (not walking) down the runway... "run Kate, run"... he yelled. I've been a fan ever since. So you can imagine my shock and devastation when he went on his drunken anti-Semitic rant at a Paris cafe. He got fired from Christian Dior, rightfully so.
A sober and remorseful John Galliano has been given a second chance and it will be interesting to see the direction he takes Margiela given that his aesthetic differs from theirs. No doubt that all eyes will be on Paris Couture Week.
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Fashionado is a fashion & lifestyle brand where readers indulge in a myriad of trending topics from the world of fashion, design, art and culinary. Via the FashionadoTV digital platform, Fashionado founder, E. Vincent Martinez, hosts interviews with celebrities, fashion designers, artists and industry professionals.
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