GIRL! Me and Frenchie

 

 One of my absolute favorite people - Frenchie!!!

The lovely note he left me this morning at my desk...

Video: Spring Trends To Wear Now

Watch below for this spring’s trends using New York and Paris fashion week runway footage.

The video highlights dark colors, angles, dimension and embellishment at Lanvin, colorful prints at DKNY and DVF and metallics at Custo Barcelona.

Jennifer Aniston’s Hipster Evolution

I had to post this for one of my best friends in this entire world, CJW. Jennifer Aniston with a hipster twist is kind of the visual manifestation of my best friend and I coming together in perfect harmony.

Credit for article and photos to NYMag/The Cut.

Jennifer Aniston has been easy to ignore as a style figurehead. She's no Sarah Jessica Parker, who routinely cobbles together looks that are interestingly pretty or stylish without intimidating her fans. Prior to dating Justin Theroux, Aniston's wardrobe seemed about as interesting as her movie roles. Her uniforms of boot-cut jeans, brown suede boots, and pashmina scarves for daytime, and tank or sheath dresses for the red carpet, were like the sartorial equivalent of Just Go With It — unremarkable, but packaged well enough for mass appeal.

Yet this was perfect for Jen's image as our American sweetheart: We loved her because she didn't need to try. She didn't need to wear clothes to make a point — especially when she had her love life to define her. Yet now that she's dating known hipster Justin Theroux, her love life seems to be defining her wardrobe in unexpected and hipster ways. She's gone from a boot-cut Lucky Brand poster girl to a slouchy, oxford-wearing, cool Manhattanite. She's not quite ready to join a McCarren Park kickball team, but she looks ready to sample the Tasti-D on Bedford. See her hipster evolution in the slideshow.

LF's New Trend Report: The Season of Jewelry

Adore LF Stores... seriously, can get they get anymore hip? Check out a store near you!

My friend, designer Nikki Henry's, new Kimmy bag!

My dear friend Nikki Henry, is an awesome handbag and accessories designer! Her collection, NKHenry, is one of my favorites. Here's the skinny on her new bag!

Kimmy bag. $115

This is your new favorite handbag... Stylish everyday shoulder bag or weekender.

The body of the bag is made of a leopard print,corded cotton leopard print, so you get the look of an exotic skin without the price. Roomy enough to fit your overnight stuff for that weekend getaway or just a stylish everyday should bag. The handles and bottom are trimmed in a lovely black Italian leather.

Measures 15" w x 16" h
Leather handles with 8" strap drop
Gold stud detail on handles
Leather trim bottom
Lined with black poly/twill fabric

The Kimmy bag will be available at the Smashing Darling online store, starting 10/17 at: www.smashingdarling.com/store/nkhenry-handbags-accessories

I was nineteen (call me)

 

 

Sink or SWIMS

Known for reinventing the modern galosh, Norwegian lifestyle brand SWIMS offers a complete collection of lightweight footwear, raincoats and umbrellas. For the holidays, SWIMS will be pre-launching some of their SS12 loafers collection exclusively at Neiman Marcus.

• Anti-bacterial EVA insole with ventilation system
• Adaptable and breathable nylon
• Durable and flexible TPU outer shell
• An anti-slip, natural rubber and non-marking sole
• Entirely waterproof  - you can even throw them in your washing machine!
  

 
SWIMS loafers are completely versatile. You can wear them on the beach, on a boat, in the city, at the office and even out for dinner!

Sea of shoes... Channeling my inner Carrie Bradshaw

Jimmy Choo Kevan woven leather and suede sandals
$2,495
Jimmy Choo Kevan sandals: black suede, woven elaphe trims, dark-brown woven leather and tulle front, glossed black heel measures approximately 115mm/ 4.5 inches, detachable pink and brown feathers with gold lobster clasp, plaited leather top trim, almond toe. Zip fastening at back. Elaphe: China.

Koolaburra Veleta Wedge Heel Fringe Boot in Chestnut
$299
The Koolaburra Veleta Wedge Heel Boot in Chestnut is a fashion forward take on this season's must-have boot style. This boot is constructed from suede, featuring long fringe around its circumference and leather trim at its opening. The antiqued metal Koolaburra logo stud on the back of each boot complete this Modern-Bohemian look. Item fits true to designer number sizing, order your true size.

Alexander McQueen
Armour Wedge Sandal
$4,245
As seen in the Autumn/Winter 11 show: platform wedge sandal with moulder metal heel cap: 14cm heel Leather: Metal

Alexander McQueen Flat Motorcycle Bootie
$2,075
Alexander McQueen Footwear Size Guide Hardcore! Get your motor racing with the addictive image of this Alexander McQueen™ Flat Motorcycle Bootie! Leather upper. Chain detailing across the vamp. Buckled-strap accents around the vamp and back quarter. Gold-tone eyelets. Leather lining. Synthetic and leather sole. Imported. Heel Height: 1 5 ⁄ 8 in Shaft: 4 3 ⁄ 4 in Circumference: 13 1 ⁄ 2 in Weight: 24 oz Product measurements were taken using size 38.5 (US 8.5). Please note that measurements may vary by size.

RALPH LAUREN - 45MM SAFARA BURNISHED CALFSKIN BOOTS
$1,170
45mm Stacked leather heel. Detachable leather belt across upper with adjustable buckle closure. No closure. Pull on style. Made in Italy

Embellished Wedge Sandal - Alexander McQueen
$1,645
Black velvet embellished wedge sandal: 13.5cm heel velvet with crystal and bead embellishment

Giuseppe Zanotti Amber Wedge Boots
$750
Suede wedge boots in light grey. Almond toe. Concealed side zip closure. Textured rubber sole with approx. 6" wedge heel and 2" platform. 100% leather. Made in Italy.

Shearling Suede Military Boot - All Saints
$295
Durable leather German military inspired calf high boot with full authentic shearling lining, burnished suede upper, lace front and inside zip. This style has been hand finished for a unique vintage look. All our boots are washed, treated and hand finished. As they are full leather products, please ensure you have them regularly resoled. Do not dry in heat. 100% Leather

MUGLER Ankle boots
$1,960
Composition: Leather Measurements: Heel height: 7.0 Inches, Wedge height: 2.3 Inches Sueded Rear zip Leather sole Cut-out detailing Covered heel

Sam Edelman Uma Lace Up Animal Print High Heel Ankle Boot
$358
Opulent, contrasting prints are perfectly on trend and the dyed calf-skin leather of these gorgeous boots evokes a real sense of tactile luxury. Worn with block colour and minimal accessories, this statement heel will pack a punch. Dyed calf-skin, animal print lace-up ankle boots with buckle detail, contrasting black suede platform and zip fastening on side. Sam Edelman boots have a 13cm tall heel and a 2.5cm platform. Leather upper. Textile inner. Man made sole.

Steve Madden Annie L - Leopard
$150
This ankle bootie is made to perfection and will prowl straight to your heart! Steve madden's Annnie L features a fur leopard print upper and a concealed 5 inch wedge. A set of simple laces accent the vamp adding a hint of menswear flair. A hidden 1 1/2 inch platform completes this conversation starter.

Lavish Strappy Platform Sandals
$150
Suede strappy sandals in black with platform sole, zip back fastening and metallic faux snakeskin front and back detail. Heel height: 6". 100% Leather. Do not wash.

Alexander Mcqueen Snake Biker Jacket Bootie
$1,825
A motorcycle jacket inspires this Alexander McQueen bootie's notched collar and zipper. Vibrant painted snakeskin electrifies the design. Exposed zipper-decked out with logo-engraved skull tab-peels open a notched, snapped collar. Trapunto-stitched backstay recalls famed Alexander McQueen strong-shoulder designs. Peep toe reveals 3/4" platform. 4 1/2" covered heel. Rises approximately 3 3/4" up the ankle. Leather lining and sole. Made in Italy. Also available in store.

Want to be your favorite starlet this Halloween?

Want to be your favorite starlet this Halloween? With these simple tips, you can be! See below for key items to create each look. You can use items that you already have in your makeup bag and some favorite go-to products.

Big thanks to Skindinavia for these fab ideas!
 
My editor's pick? Skindinavia's makeup finish - it'll offer all of these looks the longest of wear, so you can party all night, from the haunted mansion to the monster mash.


Stewardess Britney Spears

 








The key to Britney Spears's makeup from her Toxic video is that it's long lasting. To dance in the aisles of airplanes or in the clubs, use Skindinavia's No More Shine. Her makeup artist loved it so much that she took it on tour with Britney this past summer!

Electric Bolt Lady Gaga

 
















To get Lady Gaga's electric bolt, use a black eye liner to draw lines on top and under right eye. Fill in with a sparkly black shadow. Try Makeup Forever's Aqua Eyes in Mat Black and Chanel's Illusion D'Ombre Long Wear Luminous Shadow in Mirifique.

Teen Age Dream Katy Perry

 
















Make your eyes twinkle like Katy Perry's with glitter. Mix two tones to get this purpley-pink eye look. Opt for MAC's Pigment in Fuschia and Violet.

Lucious Lipped Marilyn Monroe

 
















To get your lips to stop traffic like Marilyn Monroe, choose a bold hue. NARS's Jungle Red has a creamy shiny texture.

Moves Like Jagger Christina Aguilera

 




















Christina Aguilera's Twiggy inspired eye look can be achieve by putting false lashes on the top AND bottom. Andrea Modlash's Strip Lashes are great. Make sure to trim the ones for the bottom!

Countdown Beyonce

 
















Beyonce's natural Countdown (baby bump included) makeup includes a dash of color and shine on the lips. Opt for Lancome's Juicy Tubes Jelly in Berry Bold in Miracle.

"It's like a grunge Fairytale" Chanel: Fall 2011 Ready-to-Wear

Runway, backstage, and front-row footage from the Paris show.

Karl. I will always love you.