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Kristopher Dukes — Fri, 02 Jul 2010 19:51:03 +0000

Stiletto Jungle is dreaming of fall-perfect boots thanks to Maison Martin Margiela Work Moc Booties.

Allie is Wired reports that Jessica Simpson’s The Price of Beauty was renewed, but it’s getting a makeover.

Bag Snob has a versatile and glamorous bag with a shape so perfect, it will become an essential!

Beauty Snob has a limited edition palette preview of Bobbi Brown’s latest!

The Jet Set Girls share the Best Summer Reads for 2010!

KRISTOPHER DUKES is wanting a Barely There iPhone 4 case with credit card slots.

Second City Style‘s Shop Cops are back and handing out citations for DUIs (Dressing Under the Influence).

Shopping and Info loves the look of Angelina Jolie’s white strapless dress from Atelier Versace.

Going away for the weekend? Lucky you! Find out what to pack for your weekend away at StyleBakery.com.

StyleCaster interviews the 6 up-and-coming models from their most recent editorial shoot ‘Face Value’ shot by photographer and Stylist, Frances Tulk Hart.

The Beauty Stop takes a look at the new Britney Spears for Candie’s fall look book.

Whatever your holiday plans, The Fashion Bomb offers several fun 4th of July outfit ideas.

The Shoe Goddess is disgusted with copycats, as seen in our latest Hall of Shame!

Web Snob Links: ‘Cause You’re a Snob Offline, Too

Kristopher Dukes — Fri, 25 Jun 2010 16:54:31 +0000

Stiletto Jungle test drives the much anticipated Living Proof Full Thickening Cream.

Allie is Wired takes a first look at Madonna’s ‘Material Girl’ fashion collection.

Bag Bliss put together a “neutral rainbow” of top purse picks for summer.

Bag Snob advises to run to the store right now to buy this bag!

Beauty Snob has the answer for that time of the month when you need to get back the bounce back in your step!

Coquette loves the fresh, feminine take on menswear with cut-out oxfords.

Stuart Weitzman for fall 2010 is a must according to Fashion Pulse Daily

The Jet Set Girls get excited for Chanel’s Fall 2010 Makeup launch especially the must-have nail color for fall!

KRISTOPHER DUKES is wanting Rimowa special-edition “Topas” suitcase.

Manolo says, the loss of the hat as the fashion accessory elevates the shoes to the place of prominence? This theory is so simple and elegant, it must be true.

Ah, Second City Style thinks there’s nothing quite like Style in the City this summer!

Shopping and Info loves looking taller and leaner in these K. Jacques nude wedge sandals for July 4th.

Want to know what the StyleBakery editors are loving this season? This week, they each share their top 10 favorites.

StyleCaster had New York’s premiere matchmaker, Richard Easton, tell us the10 quickest ways to turn a guy off!!

The Beauty Stop shows how to replicate Ashley Greene’s party look.

The Shoe Goddess loves this sexy pair of Christian Louboutin Clou Noeud Spike Pumps!

eye4style composes an ode of sorts to a Wardrobe Workhorse – the stud earring!

Arosha Luigi Taglia “Golden Highway” Ring

Kristopher — Thu, 10 Dec 2009 22:34:59 +0000

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Hating

I love the concept of Arosha Luigi Taglia’s “Golden Highway” ring: an abstract, sterling silver skyline dotted with small diamonds winking like skyscraper windows, while an 18K gold highway winds through the city.

I love the idea. The execution? Not so much. I wish it were tinier.

Somehow that reminds me of how I feel about Beyoncé…

“K” Signet Pinkie Ring

Kristopher — Fri, 09 Oct 2009 21:39:27 +0000

Wearing

So I listen to too much Jay-Z.

Months ago, I had a pinkie ring planned: a white gold square up to my little knuckle, with a “K” lightly hand-etched on.

And then I saw this photo of Coco Chanel.

Of course…

Gerd Rothmann “Signet” Ring

Kristopher — Fri, 09 Oct 2009 14:27:28 +0000

Wanting

How simply choice is a thumbprint replacing a family crest on a signet ring? But since this ring is pimped by a gallery, I wonder: is this Gerd Rothmann “Signet” ring a statement about vain individuality replacing tribal pride? Or is fingerprinting a “signet” ring — which were traditionally used to authenticate official documents — a wink at how privacy and security have dissolved? Or –

Could any other blog post better illustrate that I have a bachelors degree in Pseudo-Intellectual Masturbating?

Let’s discuss…

IWJG Trade Show in Vegas

Kristopher — Tue, 15 Sep 2009 17:25:47 +0000

Going

The International Watch & Jewelry Guild (IWJG) trade show crams millions of dollars worth of merch in a Vegas Hilton conference room roamed by guard dogs at night. A IWJG member has to vouch for you — photo ID, please — before you can see loose diamonds rolled up in tissue paper, watch vintage Pateks replace cash as currency, and hear friendly haggling set market prices.

The veneer of the bling business is stripped away, and you’re left with the soul of what most people would sell their souls for.

No one at the IWJG would, though.

But they will cut you a deal on a Paul Newman Rolex Daytona…

Power Plates K Is…

Kristopher — Thu, 04 Jun 2009 16:48:32 +0000

Wanting: Pre-Owned Power Plates

Power Plates are amazing vibrators that get your entire body hot. Power Plates use whole body vibration to contract muscles 30-50 times per second. If you stand on the machine for 10 minutes a day, three times a week, you’ll improve bone density, increase your overall health, and lose weight. Because you’ll also become richer and younger and have a bigger penis, the machines sell for five figures. Check Craigslist to buy a used Power Plate for about $5,000…

Using: A Gym with a Power Plate

Power Plates are a luxury — not because of their price tag, but because of the time they’ll save you. Blue Clay Fitness gyms offer Plower Plate training, and you can get your first Power Plate training session for free. I just signed up for a free Power Plate session, so I can test one out. Find a Power Plate in your area…

Hating: Power Plate by Kenzo Takada

Power Plate my5 is chicked up, thanks to designer Kenzo Takada. Wince at the color, wince at the $2,000 premium. Let’s also stick a Hello Kitty decal on my Porsche and pretend that makes it faster…

McCaul Goldsmiths Earrings K Is…

Kristopher — Tue, 12 May 2009 14:55:43 +0000

Wanting.

Until recently, the only jewelry I owned was a medical alert bracelet and a custom “K” initial necklace. But I adore McCaul Goldsmiths earrings — he hits that balance of interesting, without sacrificing elegance. If you missed Mother’s Day, gift her these and mom will forget that you forgot, too…

Wearing.

I love these McCaul Goldsmiths earrings — they’re simple swirls of gold, tipped with tiny diamonds. Jewelry as choice as this is best worn naked, padding around your pad…

Hating.

McCaul Goldsmiths earrings are so good that his least gorgeous design would be another designer’s best success…

Alejandro Ingelmo Shoes on Sale K Is…

Kristopher — Mon, 11 May 2009 15:17:18 +0000

Latest Luxe Links

Kristopher — Tue, 05 May 2009 15:04:20 +0000

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