I almost only sport dresses less because I’m a prissy Krissi, and more because I’m a Kristopher: wearing one piece of clothing is easier. So I’m also a sucker for jumpsuits, though I don’t own many — most of them vibe too victim. But I dig this NormaKamalibay “Rectangle” jumpsuit’s kimono sleeves and slash neckline.
Should I just get it? Like every piece of the NormaKamalibay collection, it’s under $300…
I stick to solid, simple clothes. Patterns are too memorable, and seem obvious compared to the subtle richness of textures and volume.
I’m a sucker for draped fabric, for dresses that hint at your body instead of acting like a second-skin –
But could this Richard Nicoll silk T-shirt dress be less flattering…
I love this T by Alexander Wang T-shirt dress — it vibes like an oversized T, only it’s formed more flattering with slightly slouching shoulders and a boatneck instead of a crew neck.
As soon as this T by Alexander Wang T-shirt dress arrives, I’ll hit up International Silks & Woolens and get some silk jersey to have this T-shirt dress copied into…
I’m over VOGUE‘ing, I’ve got no appetite for fleeting fashion. There’s little left to edit out of my closet: I only sport a silk jersey tank dress I’ve had made into a billion different colors, a hooded, shawl-neck coat in cotton or wool, and either an Hermes Kelly Danse or an Hermes Herbag (a Birkin’s boring). The only thing I’ve been lusting for, besides having a few more shirt dresses made, is a T-shirt dress I can copy into silk.
Unfortunately, it must be in this fashion to be over fashion, because everyone is pimping a silk T-shirt dress, including Urban Outfitters…
While I was in New York for a few days last week, I skipped through Bleecker and popped into Brooks Brother’s Black Fleece boutique. Half of the store was 60% off, including a gray knit blazer with sterling silver buttons that reminded me of an updated version of those vintage Chanel suits I’ve been hungry for. I had the jacket tailored on the spot, and it — and its matching gray knit, pleated skirt — are being shipped to me.
I’ll sport this Black Fleece knit blazer over one of my bajillion silk jersey tank dresses, or paired with its Black Fleece knit skirt, a custom white buttondown and my new Brian Atwood “Candy” slingbacks.
So the whole point of Black Fleece is mix-matching better-made Brooks Brother’s classics — I love having a solid suit…
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All Lacquered Up shows you step-by-step how to save your split, cracked nails with Orly Nail Rescue.
Gwyneth is spreading the detox joy and Allie is Wired has the details.
Bag Bliss loves Alexander McQueen’s Skull Knuckle Duster Whipsnake Clutch!
Bag Snob finally finds a Dior bag worthy of buying!
Beauty Snob is all about teeth whitening with Darphin Denblan.
Coquette loves these transitional cardigans that are perfect for a summer breeze before that first hint of fall.
The Daily Obsession finds out what Pixi Beauty creator Petra Strand is currently obsessed with.
I’m Not Obsessed shows you where to get ‘Gossip Girl’ Blake Lively’s chic Treesje bag. Did I mention it transforms into a clutch?
The Jet Set Girls fall in love with Lancome’s Indigo Collection and offer an exclusive discount in Lancome stores.
Second City Style’s resident male editor attended Miami Swim Week and shares his views on hot swimwear trends for 2010.
Shopping and Info wants a Rick Owens black leather jacket for Fall.
StyleBakery.com shows how to cook up the perfect summer weekend look for under $100
Stylehive wants you to get gilded and glamorous with 24k gold beauty products!
The Beauty Stop has 5 ways to get rid of freckles.
The Fashion Bomb compiled 100 Fashionable Items to bring with you on vacation–a one stop guide fit for any jetsetting fashionista.
Visit The Shoe Goddess for a chance to win a $200 Saks gift certificate!
V-Style is giving away NuNaat hair care products to the reader who has wavy or curly locks.
Love that weighty bag and high, high heels? eye4style has tips on surviving your accessories from a leading physical therapist!
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Wanting: Mercer Hotel Silk RobeI’m knocked down with a summer cold, so I’m delaying relaying my trip to London town, and pics of my new pet, an Hermes Kelly Danse. I’m spending my day with work, watching Dangerous Beauty, and lusting for this Mercer hotel silk robe. Maybe I can pick one up next week in New York… |
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Wearing: Vital Silk RobeIn a nude satin, with pleated kimono sleeves and a wrap-around belt, this reversible Vital silk robe makes being sick, sick. And for you? The nude silk robe is more than half off at Saks… |
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Hating: Kiki de Montparnasse “Empress” Silk RobeWith black hole-wide sleeves, a trailing hemline, and an orchid embroidered on the back, what do you do in a silk robe like this? Recite lines from Sunset Blvd.? It is on sale at Gilt.com, so maybe you should just buy it, wack off the hemline, and sport it as a dress… |
Stiletto Jungle checks out Project Runway winner Leanne Marshall’s Bluefly line.
Michelle from All Lacquered Up reveals the nail polish collection she created with Shades by Barielle.
Allie is Wired covers Kim Kardashian’s new Twilight look.
Bag Bliss adores Michael Kors’ Hamilton – everyday chic with a reasonable price.
Bag Snob loves the easy chic of the Easy Studded Tote from YSL!
Beauty Snob takes the Glowelle 30 day challenge!
The Daily Obsession covers Louis Vuitton’s tribute to the 40th annivesary of the Lunar Landing and looks forward to the next 40 years of space travel.
I’m Not Obsessed did a little digging and found the make for 3 of Lindsay Lohan’s favorite shoes.
The Jet Set Girls test drive MySkins Nude Lingerie.
Second City Style took some time recently to Party With Poppy in Chicago!
Shopping and Info loves the black strapless dress worn by Angelina Jolie last week.
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Stylehive shows you had to take inspiration from Beyonce’s “Sweet Dreams” music video… without looking like a robot.
The Beauty Stop attacks the “toner myth.”
The Shoe Goddess chats with shoe designer extraordinaire, Ruthie Davis!
eye4style is giving away AmorePacific’s luxe Treatment Enzyme Peel.
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Wanting: Vintage Chanel Suit, 1960sI’ve a uniform: a custom-made silk jersey tank dress, a fancy Hermes fanny pack (pictures of my pet to come, my pets), and four-inch Giuseppes. This keeps me overdressed by most LA standards, but lately I’ve been hunting for a suit to wear to rare meetings. And what beats investing in vintage Chanel? What i love most about vintage Chanel suits are their no-one-else-knows luxury, like that gold chain-weighted hem… |
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Wearing: Vintage Chanel Suit, 1950sVintage Chanel suits purr power, like the engine of a Phantom, like the Godfather petting a kitten. Sure, the brass buttons give this Chanel suit away, but the boxy blazer skims over a blouson top, tucked into a loose skirt, all in a basic black that only serves as a background to your own beauty. This vintage Chanel suit says you don’t need to say anything… |
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Hating: Vintage Chanel Suit, 1980sThe whole appeal of a vintage Chanel suit isn’t so much in a super flattering silhouette as in the quiet luxe of it, the economy of its elegance, the subtlety of its sex. So why bother with a boring red suit tagged Chanel? Thanks for nothing, Karl… |
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Wanting: The LoverI’m back from vacay, but I’m not giving up my new found love for Panama hats. Handwoven in Ecuador, Panama hats are classic, quiet luxury, and Brent Black rolls the Rolls of Panama hats. Check that soft, hand-blocked brim of this women’s Panama hat… |
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Wearing: The UltrawideI bought a wide-brimmed Panama hat part for the fashion, more for the sunblock. That brim is Audrey Hepburn hip, but I prefer breakfast at Hermes… |
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Hating: Gatsby FedoraA fedora Panama hat is classic, especially when it’s handwoven and hand-blocked by Brent Black. Unfortunately, while Posh debased the Birkin, douches around the world hijacked the fedora… |
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