Dress up your style this holiday season with the new Metaphor Fashion Collection from Sears

Hi lovelies,

I'm obsessed with the holiday season. The smell of pumpkin spice and cinnamon in the air, curling up with hot cocoa and a good movie, breaking out the chunky sweaters and scarves, and having the chance to give gifts to those I care about the most, giving back to the community, and even finding the time to treat myself to few personal gifts.

But what I think I love the most about the holiday season, is that it inspires me to reflect on everything that has transpired throughout the year and the “new me” that I want to create in the upcoming year.

With that being said, there's no better time than during the holiday season to revamp your look and get dressed up while gearing up for a fashionable New Year. This is where the new Metaphor fashion collection for Sears comes into play. The collection includes stylish pieces for the modern woman that can easily go from the boardroom to happy hour by mixing-and-matching a few key pieces.

Rocking my Metaphor black trousers on the red carpet at the TAGS 2nd anniversary fashion event. 

The new Metaphor line features lace dresses, sleek jackets, fitted pants, beautiful blazers, chic sweaters, must-have shoes, adorable accessories, hot handbags, and more. The line features an array of colors, styles, elevated designs, and next-level quality pieces, that is picture perfect for any occasion or event.

Sears revitalized its Metaphor fashion collection to really speak to today's modern woman that wants to look sophisticated yet trendy. You can easily add a statement top or necklace to complete any outfit whether you are giving an amazing presentation at work, hitting up a cocktail party with friends, or enjoying getting to know a new potential suitor on a first date.

The confident woman knows that the secret to looking great, is feeling great, and Sears' Metaphor collection makes you feel great when you rock their styles.

Fashion tip: Update your closet and wardrobe while running errands, rocking it at work, socializing with friends, and enjoying some solo down time by swapping out pants for either a long, short, or mid-sized skirt.

Check out my editor's picks:

Metaphor Women's Moto Jacket in Black

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Metaphor Women's Open-Front Blazer

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Metaphor Women's Knit Dress & Belt - Tribal Print

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Metaphor Women's Lace Fit-& Flare Dress - Floral

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Metaphor Women's Chiffon Jumpsuit

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Metaphor Women's Quilted Sweater - Rhinestones

*Post presented by Sears

Interview: Fashion Stylist & 6pm Style Guru Jay Alexander Winter Wardrobe Checklist

Hi lovelies,

Want to know how to rock Black Friday and Cyber Monday this holiday shopping season? Check out my interview with fashion stylist and 6pm.com's style guru, Jay Alexander. 

More on Jay Alexander:
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Jay has 20 years of experience in the retail world, with a background in product design as well as in-depth knowledge and expertise in the fashion industry from around the globe. He is currently the Senior Style Advisor at 6pm.com. Prior to joining 6pm.com, Alexander was a senior women’s shoe buyer and women’s shoe and handbag buyer for several retailers and high-end boutiques, including Lane Crawford, Pumpz & Co., Target and Tootsies.

The urbancode Spring/Summer 2015 Fashion Collection

Hi lovelies,

I just got the fashion skinny on urbancode's new Spring/Summer 2015 collection. urbancode is one of my favorite London-based fashion brands and you can get the scoop on the new line below. 

"urbancode launched with its line of women’s accessories in 2008, from its London based design house.  The brand has evolved to include women’s wear with an emphasis on faux fur and outerwear.  urbancode is renowned for their fashion forward designs, high quality design and craftsmanship. With over 30 years designing and manufacturing experience, urbancode ensues that the utmost care is lavished into every one of the styles.

The SS15 boasts a collection of urban silhouettes, must have fabrics and unique finishes. With their faux fur expertise for winter, urbancode will now enhance this offering by providing premium, faux leather pieces for the new season.

Colour and texture both play a big part in this collection with duck egg blue pastels sitting alongside classic black and vibrant red coral pieces adorned with industrial zips and buckle fastenings.  Soft faux suede pieces in warm camel add a hint of prairie cool.  Fringing is a strong story seen throughout the collection with dresses, tops and bags adorned with the long, soft strands.

The classic biker jacket with multiple zips, stand out collars and textured shoulders sit alongside duster coats.  Asymmetric, pleated faux leather skirts and high waist shorts create a strong collection. 

urbancode offer pieces that can be worn in different ways; with a simple button up jacket with removable frill hem.  Ideal for adding a unique edge to your look or with the hem removed, leaves a chic and wearable jacket."

New York State of Mind on the streets of LA

Hi lovelies,

I've officially been in LA for 4 months and much to my surprise, it's starting to feel like home. I never thought that I would ever get over missing the intoxicating energy of New York City, but LA has been able to hold its own. 

I've met some really cool fashion bloggers to hit up the parties with and other writers and actors to bond with over the highs and lows of the Hollywood grind. West Hollywood has been my haven, much like the streets of Chelsea and Williamsburg were. 

The pace in LA is much slower than NYC, but somehow I find that the stakes are much higher here. The consequences are substantial and the opportunities are endless, with a constant sense of urgency. Am I going to run into Spielberg at Starbucks? Better put on my Sunday's best to pick up my mocha peppermint latte.

I still wear black and eyeliner. Although I'm wearing less eyeliner these days and opting for a bold brow with sun-kissed cheeks. It was surprisingly cool enough these past few days to make hot chocolate and actually even its warmth. That was the best of both worlds. There's nothing like a crisp Fall night in New York City, when you're wrapped-up in an oversized sweater, leggings, and leg warmers, laughing over a glass of Merlot with your best friend.

Give the gift of Bulova Watches this holiday season

Hi lovelies,

I've been looking high and low for the perfect holiday gift this season and I'm excited to say, it's a watch by Bulova.

However, I have to admit that although I use my cell phone to tell the time, I definitely use my watch to make a fashionable statement because it completes any look with a touch of sophistication. Watches are making a major comeback as the must-have accessory for this season and beyond, especially those designed with facets.

My favorite way to create some lust-worthy arm-candy is by layering my stainless steel Bulova watch, style #96L203 that features 100 faceted crystal stones individually hand-set on case with a faceted bracelet and white mother-of-pearl dial, with my coveted charm bracelet given to me by my best friend, and a black hair tie that I never leave home without. The watch also features an E-Z link adjustable clasp, a second hand, and is water resistant for up to 30 meters with a 28.0mm diameter and 6.2mm thickness and retails for $325.

From casual looks running around West Hollywood, to dressing up for fashion events, to being on-set and behind-the-scenes at Fox Studios, what makes my outfit complete is my Bulova watch from the Facets Collection. It's the ideal gift for your best friend, sister, or mom, and now they will have no excuse for being late to meet you for coffee, a shopping trip, or just a fun hang-out session.

Another way I like to rock my Bulova watch is by combining my favorite fashion trends with what's currently on-trend for the new season.

For my personal fashion style, I always love the boyfriend and oversized look but since femininity and softness are two big trends this season, I wanted to combine both of them.

I achieved this by wearing my Bulova watch, which has a feminine and soft face and design, with a few extra clasps so it rests mid-arm rather than snugly around my wrist, so it's both on-trend while mastering the oversized look. 

*Sponsored by Bulova

Beauty Scoop: Achieve the Bold Brow Trend with new Hi-Def Tinted Brow Gel from RevitaLash Cosmetics

Hi lovelies,

One beauty trend that I'm obsessed with and that dominated the runways was the bold, thick brow. Made famous by model and socialite Cara Delevingne, you too can achieve the hottest beauty trend of bold, thick brows with RevitaBrow Advanced and the new Hi-Def Tinted Brow Gel from RevitaLash Cosmetics. They are designed to work together to condition and enhance the look of luxurious eyebrows for a dramatic, natural look.

RevitaBrow Advanced

RevitaBrow® Advanced delivers a proprietary blend of scientifically-advanced peptides, revitalizing extracts and nutritive vitamins to help beautify and enhance the look of bold, defined brows.  High impact technology, peptides and botanicals saturate the eyebrows with moisture, keeping them soft, luxurious, & healthy-looking.

 Price: $110 (4 month supply)

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Hi-Def Tinted Brow Gel

Hi-Def Tinted Brow Gel is a multi-tasking, breakthrough mineral tint styling gel that helps tame unruly brows to control, enhance and condition while instantly filling in any areas that appear sparse or thin for immediate, dramatic results. Unique styling brush helps sculpt the perfect brow. Versatile, semi-translucent shade compliments most hair colors and allows for buildable color intensity.

 Price: $32 (3 month supply)

The coolest beauty benefit of using RevitaBrow Advanced and the new Hi-Def Tinted Brow Gel from RevitaLash Cosmetics, is that according to makeup artists and beauty experts, fuller brows help to make your face look younger and fresh. So it’s time to enhance your natural beauty and start looking younger and more vibrant today. 

All RevitaLash Cosmetics products are available in salons and spas nationwide and on http://www.revitalash.com.

The Gothic Edit: Iconclub, Kat&Bee, Spottedonceleb.com, urbancode, and Hoochie Mama

Hi lovelies,

Just because Halloween is over that doesn't mean that you still can't rock the gothic look this holiday season. You can look gothic and chic in a skull t-shirt by Iconclub, choose from a selection of skull jewelery by Kat&Bee, or look sophisticated and trendy with a dress from Spottedonceleb.com.  

Don't forget to score a lust-worthy leather jacket from urbancode and rock faux fur accessories from Hoochie Mama, to look gorgeous in goth from head-to-toe.

Introducing Kyleigh Burris for Gigi Burris Autumn/Winter 2014

Hi lovelies,

Check out the insider scoop below on the new Kyleigh Kuhn collection for Gigi Burris, debuting for the Autumn/Winter 2014 season.

"On behalf of Gigi Burris we are pleased to share the Gigi Burris Millinery Autumn Winter 2014 campaign featuring model and philanthropist Kyleigh Kuhn. The campaign images, lensed by Alexander Wagner and modeled by Kuhn, embody the milliners unique spirit of subversive modern elegance. Burris’ training as a couture milliner is evident with her exquisitely imagined Autumn Winter 2014 collection. Imbued with a dark felinity, decayed elegance and her signature delicate approach, the hats speak of an easy-to-wear luxury and high fashion sensibility. The range features velour felt fedoras, petite brimmed newsboy caps, baseball hats, cashmere beanies, wide brimmed hats, and striking veils in a palette of antique white, black, and cardinal red. The fine finishing of each piece harks back to the art form of a bygone era, given a thoroughly modern update. Hand-finished detail such as hand-pressed leather butterflies, gold foiling, Swarovski crystals, cashmere and couture feather-work complete the range with contemporary richness. The full range of Burris' Autumn Winter 2014 collection is now available to shop online at www.GIGIBURRIS.com as well as at select leading retailers including Colette Paris, Gago FR, Henri Bendel NYC, Kirna Zabete, Kiosk Palm Beach, Sid Saudi Arabia, and The Webster in Miami."

Gigi Burris Millinery was founded in 2009, on a passionate love of both headwear and unique luxury. Burris takes pride in preserving the delicate craft with her feminine yet dark aesthetic, embracing a sense of irreverence and natural elegance. The young designer’s ongoing interest in millinery was heightened after studying at Parsons Paris and frequent visits to the old world mercerie shops there. Upon returning she studied under New York based couture milliner Leah Chalfen, at Parsons School of Design and then apprenticed with Chalfen in her personal studio. After graduating with A BFA from Parsons in May 2009, where Burris was nominated for the Designer of the Year award, her one of a kind hats and made to order ready to wear began to receive attention from the industry. Burris, at only 26 years of age, has become increasingly well known for her intricate feather and couture handwork with leather and exotics. She currently resides in the Lower East Side of New York City. 

Burris has received ongoing support from the industry over the course of the brand’s first six years. Burris counts major celebrities such as Rihanna, Angelina Jolie, Rita Ora, Reese Witherspoon, Miranda Kerr, and Lady Gaga as fans and regularly works with stylists Karl Templer, Patti Wilson, and Kate Lanphear. Burris has, since the inception of her label, received numerous accolades from the industry. In 2009, the young milliners first year, she was featured in Vogue Italia’s “Young Talents” issue. Burris soon after was named one of the world’s most promising accessory designers to watch worldwide by Harpers Bazaar. Forbes most recently listed Burris alongside industry heavyweights such as Alexander Wang on the publications 30 Under 30 List in January of 2013. In July 2014 Gigi Burris was nominated as one of the ten finalists for the CFDA VOGUE FASHION FUND 2014. Burris has collaborated with Haus Alkire, V-Files, Serge Normant & John Frieda Salon, Lizzie Fortunato, Basta Surf, and Ohne Titel. Gigi Burris Millinery is carried globally by Colette Paris, Gago FR, Henri Bendel NYC, Kirna Zabete NYC, Kiosk Palm Beach, Sid Saudi Arabia, and Webster Miami in addition to other prominent worldwide boutiques.

CONNECT WITH GIGI BURRIS ON SOCIAL MEDIA:  
Instagram: @GIGIBURRIS
Twitter:  @GIGIBURRIS
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Gigiburrismillinery
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Gigi Burris
Fleet Headband in Gold
$425.00
Available at: www.gigiburris.com

Handmade lambskin leather butterflies  are placed on a lambskin wrapped double headband. Trimmed with bundles of peacock flue and twisted biot feathers.

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Gigi Burris
Cashmere & Horsehair Mohawk Beanie in Black
$345.00
Available at: www.gigiburris.com 

Remain chic and subversive despite rain or snow with this cashmere beanie with horsehair mohawk trim

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Gigi Burris
Flutter Veiling in Black
$340.00
Available at: www.gigiburris.com

Hand made butterflies of lambskin leather are placed on gathered  French veiling with Swarovski crystal detailing.  Delicate and feminine- this is the punctuation for any evening attire.

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Gigi Burris
"Kyleigh" Wide Brim in Black
$370.00
Available at: www.gigiburris.com 

Inspired by and named for model & philanthropist Kyleigh Kuhn, the face of Burris' Fall Winter 2014 Collection, the Kyleigh Wide Brim is a fur felt is hand blocked into a modern and relaxed wide brim shape with round crown. Trimmed with velvet tubing and metallic cap.

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Gigi Burris
Fleet Headband in Gold
$425.00
Available at: www.gigiburris.com

Handmade lambskin leather butterflies  are placed on a lambskin wrapped double headband. Trimmed with bundles of peacock flue and twisted biot feathers.

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Gigi Burris Millinery
Ingenue Cocktail Hat
$400.00
Available at: www.gigiburris.com
 

French double faced satin ribbon at 6 inch width is elegantly tied into a bow placed on a hand blocked wool felt fascinator.

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Gigi Burris
Fleet Headband in Gold
$425.00
Available at: www.gigiburris.com

Handmade lambskin leather butterflies  are placed on a lambskin wrapped double headband. Trimmed with bundles of peacock flue and twisted biot feathers.

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Gigi Burris
Signature Barbed Band in Cardinal Red / Black
$300.00
Available at: www.gigiburris.com

A brand signature, re-interpreted for this season.  Velvet headband with knotted leather and twisted biot feather trim.

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Fashion fantasy: Keira Knightley for The Edit

Hi lovelies,

I'm obsessed with Keira Knightley's new fashion spread for Net-A-Porter's The Edit and wanted to share it with you all. After all, every girl deserves a fairy tale happy ending. 

Gas Bijoux & Swarovski: A fashion collaboration made in heaven

Hi lovelies,

If there's one thing I know for sure, it's that every girl deserves a little shine in her life. That's why I was so excited when Gas Bijoux, a luxury French jewelry line, collaborated with Swarovski to create some must-have pieces for this season.

Check out the below for the insider's scoop: 

GAS BIJOUX IS DONNING SWAROVSKI ELEMENTS

For their 45th anniversary, Gas Bijoux is inspiring itself with the world of Swarovski Elements, the industry standard in the domain of crystal.

The two Houses are associating their savoir-faire and talent to launch a sunny, luminous line.
The creativity of Gas Bijoux’s Marseille workshop and Swarovski’s excellence in crystal making have been combined to re-imagine three emblematic Gas Bijoux pieces: the single and double Massaï bracelets and the Iroquoise earrings.

The pieces will be adorned with python, shagreen, or alligator skin. The designs will also feature Crystal Fine Rocks and Crystal Rocks inlay. The collection comes in varying colors. You can shop the collection during the Fall/Winter 2014-2015 season.

Sales start in mid-November 2014, exclusively in the Gas Bijoux boutique, fine partner department stores, and on gasbijoux.com.