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Model Charlotte Kemp Muhl, known for her eccentric and edgy style, was the muse for Rebecca Minkoff’s Fall/Winter 2011 Ready-to-Wear collection. You could see her in the looks that walked down the runway which included a leopard pant suit, off the shoulder sweaters, leather and fur trimmed coats.  Here’s a pic of Charlotte for reference…

The urban cool that Minkoff is known for is all in the details. The drainpipe leggings with snake skin knee patches can be paired with her oversized blazers. I might be able to walk down the street in lace plants, but a classic look such as a trench coat with a Rebecca Minkoff twist – an exaggerated collar, faux fur shoulder detail and a full skirt would make this a closet favorite for seasons to come.

 This post was contributed by Alix Hernandez of AlixRose.com.

Photo Credits: Elle.com (runway photos) and NY Mag (Charlotte photo)

Vivienne Tam’s F/W ’11 collection mixed Ancient Chinese influence with modern detailing. Boxy tweed outerwear paired with full A-line skirts opened the show, boasting stark, sculptured shoulder and collar detail against dark charcoal grey and navy colors. Flowy, drop-waist dresses reminiscent of 1920s flapper style were rich with accents, from elaborate applique and long fringe to huge crochet knits and Asian-inspired designs.

Ever the tech maven, Tam included a “Double Happiness” Square with each line sheet. In a partnership with Twitter founder Jack Dorsey, Tam designed these Squares in hopes of encouraging entrepreneurship in women. Squares are nifty little devices that plug into iPhones, iPads and Droids; allowing users to make credit card transactions through their mobile device. 

This post was contributed by Jess Estrada of FreshJess and Banyan Branch.

Photos courtesy of Vivienne Tam

Have you ever been guilty of staying in an unhealthy relationship or friendship past its expiration OR forced yourself to go out of your way for someone because you felt obligated? What about held onto a piece of clothing that you’re almost certain will never fit you again on the 1.25% chance you might wear it someday? I’m guilty of all of the above.

I’m not really into New Year’s resolutions, but as a new year begins, it’s natural to think about what you want to change or improve. For me, it always comes down to the same thing – the ”whatever I feel like” motto. Easier said than done, right? Figuring out what you “feel like” can be a challenge in itself, but when it comes to blogging, it’s hard to not want to do everything…which often leads to an overload…and then a backlog of things that never see the light of day. Living in NYC just adds to said overload. The best thing you can do is prioritize.

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Just before the holidays, I attended a special breakfast at Tiffany & Co’s flagship store on 5th Ave. in NYC. It was as delightful as it sounds complete with mini waffles for appetizers and a three course gourmet meal. On top of that, they had some of their most popular and glamorous pieces out for us to drool over…err, play with after we dined.

Among all the pieces I tried on, my favorite was the Elsa Peretti Bone Cuff ($725), which was being sported by two of the stylish hosts at the breakfast.

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If you’re planning to tackle Black Friday and/or Cyber Monday, here are some general tips and tricks to help you know when to pull the trigger and when to wait. Contrary to what marketers are telling you, most of the “deals” are merely exaggerations to lure you and your wallet. Take it from a “marketer” who plays on both sides of the fence…yours truly!

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