Archive for November, 2009

The fourth challenge (out of five) for the Bluefly and StyleList America’s Most Stylish Blogger competition kicked off today and we were tasked with creating a look with this red plaid blouse by Priorities.

I immediately knew I wanted to channel Seattle street casual style and add in a little New York City edge with the thigh high boots. What’s different this time around was that I had the opportunity to have my photo snapped by Adam, the talented street style photographer behind the lens of 21 Arrondissement. He happened Read the rest of this entry »

My coworker Catherine just sent me a link about London-based designer duo CuteCircuit’s 24,000 LED Galaxy Dress and I couldn’t resist a quick post to share it with you. Wow! The dress is said to be the largest wearable display in the world and will undoubtedly steal the “spotlight” in an exhibit at the Museum of Science and Industry in Chicago.

With more than 4,000 Swarovski crystals decorating areas of the dress where there aren’t LEDs, the designers found a way to make the dress look amazing even when turned off. Check out the video below Read the rest of this entry »

Finding what works…

Here’s the latest round up of links from the Independent Fashion  Bloggers community. Lots of great articles, in fact so many, Jennine had a very tough time choosing.

Links à la Mode : November 12th

• 39th and Broadway – Wendy B Tells All!
• Clutch 22 – AMSB Challenge #3: How to Style a Hot Pink Mini
• Denim Debutante – How to: Easily Find the Right Denim Sizing for You
• dramatis personae – A Girl’s Guide to Faux Eyelashes
• Fashion Pulse Daily – Candela NYC: Casual, Carefree, Cool
• Fete a Fete – Armani 2009 Holiday Crystal Collection
• Fresh Pie! – Piewacket – Outtakes
• Gloria’s Jeans – Flight of Fancy: How to Travel in Style
• IdilViceFashionRocks: – wedding in las vegas
• Idiosyncratic Style – Pearls of Wisdom: The Holy Fashion Grail
• Large Black Diary – Official neck trend of 2009
• M.I.S.S. – She’s Crafty: DIY Convertible Chain Jewelry
• Monoxious.com – DIY Clothes Tutorial: Shirt to skirt.
• Painfully Hip – Painfully Hip Design Collective F/W 2009: Daphne
• Quirky Fashion – How To Make a Fascinator – DIY Fashion Story
• Retro Chick – Luscious Lingerie – Miss La La’s Boudoir
• Sweet Fancy Treat – The Nomadic Way
• The Art of Accessories – How To Accessorize With Belts
• THE COVETED – Everyone is beautiful: Our relationship with beauty isn’t always easy
• The Curvy Fashionista – Plus Size Fashions by the Ines Collection
• The Working Wardrobe – Designers Who Work It: Orlando Espinoza Transcends Both Time and Trend for the Working Woman

It’s here – challenge number three for America’s Most Stylish Blogger! This week, Bluefly and StyleList tasked us with styling a stretchy hot pink mini skirt by Necessary Objects. It’s not the most flattering color and very easy to head the direction of the fabulous Julia Roberts and her not-so-stylish character in Pretty Woman. However, I think adding in something afforable and versatile (with a color that pushes the boundaries) made the contest more interesting.

Right off the bat, I thought of the many ways to wear it beyond how it’s supposed to be worn. Those of you who have been following Clutch22 probably aren’t surprised I tried it as a hooded scarf and a one shoulder shawl/crop top, among other things I chose not to include in the slideshow below. I also tried out a number of looks wearing it as it should be and decided to go that direction.

If you’re in NYC, you have to check out the Wendy Brandes Jewelry sample sale next Friday and Saturday. I’ve been drooling over her pieces for so long, it’s time for me to finally indulge next week! So thrilled! Maybe you could drop a note to your boyfriend or husband too…her pieces are definitely on my holiday must list.

The sale runs noon to 8pm on both days at 48 Greenwich Avenue (near Perry Street).

As if Wendy didn’t already have her hands full with the sample sale, she’s also going to be showcased next Thursday, Nov. 19, at Zang Toi’s House of Toi Holiday Read the rest of this entry »