I'm obsessed with Linea Pelle as I have loved them since 2008 when they dressed me for my first coverage of New York Fashion Week! It continued on with just seeing the heritage of this leather brand as it is used in bracelets, belts and handbags! Last year, we did a fun Style Tweetup with them to kick off New York Fashion Week as well as our Shoe Week events and it was so much fun (check out the event from last year). Andrew Cotton, the VP and Creative Director of Linea Pelle tweeted with us in LA as we checked out the line in NYC! Well yesterday, we did it again and this time, Andrew was in NYC and we were able to meet him, see the line and just hang out! Roll over the images above to get tidbits, see video and more to learn about this fun event!
Swoonfest Saturdays ~ Mother's Day Style Guide 2013
Whether you're a mom, you're gifting your mom or you have a mother figure that is in your life, Mother's Day is May 12th (yes next Sunday)! I have picked a number of items that are a must within this season's Glossi including Linea Pelle, Blee Inara, Pura Vida, Curvy Couture, Beautiful Bottoms, Brooklyn Fox, Sholdit, BesoBeso by Luka, The Body Shop, Southern Hospitality, Ellie and Chan Luu.
Wrist Wednesdays ~ Stacked Bracelets
We may be having some rain but that doesn't mean we can't begin focusing on Spring by buying some fabulous baubles to rock on our arms! I love stacking pieces whether it's a few items from one designer or a number of them - it's about whatever reflects my mood at the time! For an easy way to rock this look, there's a 5 piece set of stackable gold cuff bracelets by AV Max available at Max and Chloe. Another bangle set plays off of one of the fabulous trends in this spring's hue - the nectarine/tangerine color by French Connection which is a vibrant orange with silver - this is great for adding in a bohemian and ethnic vibe as well. Eddie Borgo's bangle set is a nod to geometria which will create a nice texture to your look. In addition, another great option is Wendy Mink's stackable bangles in assorted colors. I also love pieces where you can have one bracelet that looks like it's a stack (and yet it isn't - this is great for those that like the look but don't want to here the jingle on their arm). I suggest Ippolita's Rock Candy which is a 5 stone sterling silver bracelet.
When you're all about stacking the way you choose, there are so many options. I love Roberto Coin's Primavera bracelets which have an amazing texture and can be worn from day to night. It's available in a white and yellow gold. Kate Spade has fun bangles whether you're interested in the Idiom (various hues and sayings) or Tickle the Ivories - these are all great pops into your look. Add bling to your look with Hari Jewels with options in sapphire, diamond and ruby. Charriol is one of my fave brands as I love the cable cording whether it's the 5 Station Diamond, the classique bangle or the singular bead. Lagos Diamond Caviar Bracelet is super elegant and adds depth to the look. Finally take it ultra glam with Effy Collection in pave Champaign Diamond and Gold.
Mingling Mondays: Awards Season 2013 ~ Amy Adams
Hitting the red carpet is a dream and even more so when you're at the Oscars! Amy Adams, continued the theme of a dream with this fabulous neutral Oscar de la Renta dress which is full of whimsy. Although I love this dress and the grey tones, I'm still not convinces that this was the right dress for Amy in terms of the hue (I would have loved seeing her wear it in a toned down gold or any color that would have a pop in it as it's hard to pull off a neutral depending on your tone/undertones). She completes her look with fabulous diamond earrings and a bracelet from Mouawad which makes the entire look even more regal!
To get Amy's beauty look, she has Chanel and Celebrity Makeup Artist Stephen Sollitto to thank for this! You can create the same effect when you want to have this same look. Below, Stephen let's you know how he created it and of course, what he used.
INSPIRATION:
My inspiration is always a combination of the girl, the dress, the occasion and our feeling the day of the event. Since the gown is a pale slate, I wanted Amy's face to have subtle color. I thought a palette of plums, taupes and pinks would be
perfect for her. This is no specific look, just a stunning overall appearance with focus on her eyes.
SKINCARE:
Her skin was given a good dose of hydration with CHANEL Hydra Beauty Serum followed by CHANEL Sublimage Essential Regenerating Fluid and CHANEL Sublimage La Crème Yeux. I find that by moisturizing well, the foundation melts into the skin rather than drying on top of it. If her skin doesn't look healthy, you distract from the whole look. CHANEL Hydra Beauty Serum protects and helps the skin achieve optimal moisture levels, while CHANEL Sublimage, the most luxurious cream you will ever use, delivers the moisture. This step is just as important as I want Amy's skin to be at its best.
FOUNDATION:
I used a combination of CHANEL Vitalumiere Aqua Ultra-‐Light Skin Perfecting Sunscreen Makeup Broad Spectrum
SPF15 in 20 Beige on the high planes of the face and added a little CHANEL Perfection Lumiere Long-‐Wear Flawless Fluid Sunscreen Makeup Broad Spectrum SPF15 through the center of the face to give a velvety complexion. I apply this with a damp
sponge so the application can be gentle and sheer leaving Amy's well moisturized skin to breath.
BLUSH:
On the apples of her cheeks, I lightly dusted CHANEL Powder Blush in Rose Petale, which is a perfect pink so she
looks flush with color, but not overpowered by it. I then added Poudre Signée De Chanel Illuminating Powder on the high cheekbones, a tiny amount on the bridge of the nose and the heart of her lips to add dimension and illumination. This effect is really beautiful and I love that it enhances how skin looks in photographs.
EYES:
Amy's eyes were the focus today. We thought an ethereal smokey eye using plums and taupes would be softer and
perfect match for the dress. I swept her whole lid with the pale pink shade from CHANEL Quadra Eye Shadow in
Mystic Eyes. This just gives me a blank canvas and a clean eye to work with but adds just a hint of sheen. Next, I lined her inner
upper and lower lids with CHANEL Precision Eye Definer in Brun. I did this first so it would blink away as we continued. Next, I lined
her upper lash line with the same pencil, smudging it out with a small brush. Over that pencil I swept this beautiful reflective shadow CHANEL Illusion D'Ombre in llusoire. This smudged the eye even more, softening yet deepening the color. I swept this
out to the corners making sure to blend. Lastly, in the very outer corners -‐ right in the lash line -‐ I tapped the deep plum color from CHANEL Quadra Eye Shadow in Raffinement with a flat brush into her lashes darkening the root and the corners of her
eyes. Under her lower lash line, from corner to corner, I brushed the taupe color from this quad. Then with a straight flat brush, I
ground the muted lavender from this palette into the lower lashes. You're building the eye out here and each color is important.
The end result is subtle drama.
MASCARA:
I curled the lashes and added two coats of CHANEL Inimitable Waterproof Mascara in Noir. I always use waterproof
mascara on so it stays all night. I added a few individual lashes in medium and small to thicken the lashes and add some drama without having to go too dark with the shadow.
LIPS:
I used CHANEL Rouge Coco Shine Hydrating Sheer Lipshine in Pygmalion (Available May 2013) on her lips for an
easy, effortless hint of pink. For a bit of reflection, I did a light coat of CHANEL Glossimer in Eden (Available May ) over it. This adds a bit of glamour with out stealing focus.
Wrist Wednesdays ~ Chain Link Bracelets
Back in November, I pre-ordered a fabulous chain link bracelet in gunmetal from Shay Accessories courtesy of Bonfaire which is a great place to order a season ahead and to receive it just in time of the season! This classic accessory has always been on trend and now, I'm all about getting a number of these from a variety of designers! Chain Link Bracelets are fabulous to rock on your wrists and are the perfect blend of casual and edgy chic! Here are some of my favorites!
Eddie Borgo puts a twist on this chain bracelet by having a silver finish with one of the links being pave! This bracelet has smaller links as opposed to the large ones that you would find in a piece such as the one I have from Shay Accessories. Another small chain link bracelet is this rose gold Jennifer Fisher piece which is my second favorite metal (to silver of course) and looks great on so many skin tones. Marc by Marc Jacobs has their Turnlock bracelet which has the tortoiseshell look and is perfect to wear with casual outfits as well as those that can be dressed up! The lock feature is great from an aesthetic standpoint as well as to secure the closure.
The gold plated Versace bracelet is the epitome of a classic look with the medallion of the famed house. Bottega Veneta is known for their leather braiding and this chain link bracelet is oxidized silver with this detailing on it as well. I'm a huge fan of pave and love this Cubic Zirconia Pink Gold bracelet which is definitely a super sweet and femme accessory. Trina Turk's chain link bracelet in gold, adds whimsy with this cute elephant charm. Finally, another great chain link bracelet option can be found from Lou Zeldis' black chain link bracelet is another way to put a twist to this classic piece.
Mingling Mondays: FW2012 Trends ~ My HSN Segment
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Last Thursday, I had two segments on HSN and since I was talking Sebago fall style, I had to rock a few layers. What I love about fall is that you can wear a number of your summer items layered together. On this day, I wore a cowl neck short sleeve top from Forever 21 and paired it over top a pair of jeggings from Avon I also wore a navy cardigan which was super easy. Of course I had an Onyx ring from Ana Reign as well as layered bracelets from Lagos Jewelry as well as Charriol. For an added pop, I put on Rubr Watch Nation which allows you to take the face of the watch in and out of the straps of your choice! Finally, I do love to accessorize with nails so this look was finished with Deborah Lippmann in Billionaire which is a hunter green hue with a tone of black in it!
Swoonfest Saturdays ~ MBFW Miami Swim 2013 ~ Poko Pano
Last night, one of my favorite bikini designers hit the Mercedes Benz Miami Swim runways for day two - Poko Pano. I've been such a fan of this Brazilian line as I love that it blends sporty aesthetics with the uber feminine as well. it's such a fun way tp present swimwear without the fussiness. I also love how this show is accessorized as well (large necklace pieces, wrapped bracelets and more). Check out more about this line at the Mercedes Benz site as well as watch the video from last night's show.
Mingling Mondays: SS 2012 Trends ~ Angela Bassett
A classic black dress with lace overlay from Theia, never goes out of style! Earlier this year, Paul and I saw Angella Bassett in The Mountain Top which showcases the last days of Martin Luther King Jr. Yesterday, Angela Bassett hit the red carpet at BET Awards last night! I'm loving her classic chic look in black with a bit of lace! I'd have accessorized her the following way: black onyx. I have been a fan of this gemstone ever since I can remember. David Yurman has this fabulously detailed wheaton ring as well as cable wrap necklace - perfect items to wear whether you're dressing up or dressing it down. I'd stacj a few bracelets together such as Irene Neuwirth as well as Ivanka Trump's piece as well. Finally pop in a bit of rose gold with Deborah Pagani cognac diamond Maiko earrings.
Fashionable Fridays: How I Accessorized ~ HSN May I
A day filled with segments fly between being on air, doing some quick changes and getting in power naps in between! Today I rocked my favortie look - layered racerback tanks over leggings (and the second look had another series of layers with a cute blazer on top). I had a number of phenomenal accessories that rocked this look out which are Accessories Expert approved by me! I love my geode necklace that is outlined in gold by and my carnelian ring by Nugaard which is amazing. My large black ring by Ana Reign which is lovely in onyx. I love stacked pieces and although I had a
You can also see me holding one of various shoes I designed that hit the air today on HSN from my Kimmie Smith x Sebago Spring 12 collection. Knowing that there was such a process in designing as well as mixed with my love for my numerous appearances on HSN - it was definitely an amazing day!
Mingling Mondays: SS 2012 Trends ~ Brandy Norwood
Who doesn't love Brandy Norwood? She has a phenomenal voice, acts and very much so comes across as the girl next door! Last night, she hit the Red Carpet arrivals at yesterday's 2012 Billboard Music Awards in Las Vegas at the MGM Grand. Obviously we'll update you on the pieces that brand is wearing but we're loving the blush/mauve hued fringe dress that allowed her to show her inner Grecian Goddess. Her little clutch was fabulous and I love that she didn't skimp on the bracelets and rings (although I would have loved to have seen a wider arm cuff as well as a statement ring! Although her peep toe pumps were cute, I would have streamlined the look just a touch by pairing it with this Lanvin Cone Sandal - it creates a lightness and more of the golden look that she has throughout her accessories choices!
Mingling Mondays: SS 2012 Trends ~ Giulliana Rancic
Last week we gushed over Kris Jenner's white dress and here we go back in white! Maybe it's the fact that later on today we have the Met Ball (dubbed the Oscars of the East Coast by many will be live streamed and available on Amazon, Vogue and Metropolitan Museum of Art) where we know the fashions will be stunning (and this year you can see it streamed live) that we're even a little more excited today! Last week, Giulliana Rancic rocked this fabulous dress by Theia at E! Upfronts which looked phenomenal. As a huge fan of this media everyday girl gone glam, it's hard to suggest tweeks - but of course I am!
I'd definitely play up the blush love by adding in these amazing Casadei studded pumps. I would layer on pops of shimmer with Charriol (loving that one of these a Nordstrom exclusive) - together it's just enough bling which every girl loves! To add a little neutral, how about Nam Cho's eye popping ring with champagne diamonds? This amped up look is so G and one we're super excited aboout!
Treasure Tuesdays ~ Rock Layers
I hesitate to say it but in NYC, we've had one of the best winters ever! In many ways, we've been able to leave the house with a lighter jacket on and layers. Since it's almost mid March, we need to continue thinking Spring and rocking as many layers as possible! I'm all about taking super cute looks and keeping it easy. Pair this grey tank from Splendid with these super cute skinny jeans from Faith Connexion which has a great rinse and distressing on it. Top it off with Rachel Zoe's tailored leather jacket which is definitely a nod to menswear and will make you look ultra femme. To take this look for casual runs to the office and then to go out for drinks and beyond, I have fab accessories that you can layer in! First off, I'm DROOLING over Burberry Prorsum's rich plum clutch which I have been seeing in the windows currently and is always a head turner. Pair this look with these hinged bracelets (love mine) from Alexis Bittar to add in a pop of jewels and you can never go wrong with a cork heel. I'm loving this paisley brown toned shoe which is a great neutral fro Theodora & Callum. Finally, I love rocking fab rings on my hand and this one by Charriol has a nice texture and that casual bling which can go from day to night!
Mingling Mondays: NYFW FW2012/2013 ~ Kara Ross Presentation
In addition to the number of Fashion Shows that I will attend during NYFW this season, there are other events that take up my time as well! I love seeing my accessories designers as an Accessories Expert, it's essential to know what's out there for the various projects that I am working on. Today, I made my way to Kara Ross who is known for her jewelry lines as well as her handbags! I'm loving what Fall/Winter 2012 has in store in terms of enhancing our looks! This fabulous clutch has fab snakeskin that embraces a number of hues that you can rock when you're out and about it. In addition, I am LOVING this fabulously hunter green snakeskin bag which when opened, has a slot for the iPad. In terms of jewelry, I love the scarab jewelry that has rings, bracelets and necklaces. Finally, I'm loving the cuffs that provide depth to your look due to their shape as well as the texture that's on there.
Treasure Tuesdays ~ Janina Gavankar Gown the Ultimate Accessory
Yesterday, I shared how much I liked Paula Patton's look on the red carpet as it was a stunning Canary color. Although I loved many of her accessories choices, I had to pop in some other elements if you wanted to make it slightly edgier. Today, it's all about the dress being an accessory and I have to say that Janina Gavankar of HBO's True Blood wore this one of a kind silver sequin illusion dress by Jean Fares Couture to HBO's Post 2012 at Circa 55 Restaurant in Beverly Hills Golden Globes Awards Party. I love that this full length gown had nude sleeves and had sequin applique all over! This is one of those RARE cases where worrying about necklaces and bracelets becomes unnecessary as the dress in itself is the total accessory. I also love that this dress is backless and is stunning which she wore so well! I do love that she popped in a fabulously large ring which makes the look amazing and I believe she is wearing Jimmy Choo silver shoes.
Janina walked the carpet in this silver sequin illusion gown featuring full length nude sleeves with sequin applique. The gown is from the new Jean Fares Couture Timeless Collection which is a series of sequin and hand-beaded gowns.
Mingling Mondays: Sponsored Post ~ Novell Design Studio
As you know, I was apart of the Get Palladium Pretty campaign which focused on being over heavy metal and yet still having phenomenal gorgeous pieces that are luxurious, light weight and is cost effective due to the use of this material versus others. Interestingly enough as soon as it was placed within the October issue of Cosmo, I started noticing that Palladium Jewelry is everywhere with Kelly Osbourne being one of the spokespeople for the brands as well, she wore it on the Emmy Red Carpet show along with a number of other stunning women. In addition, when Sarah Jessica Parker launched her movie "I Don't Know How She Does It" Palladium Jewelry was apart of the premiere. With that said, It has become something that I definitely love wearing and seeing a number of designers using it! When you're buying jewelry whether it's for everyday, a gift or for a wedding (which we will be covering Bridal Week during this month) I'm excited to introduce you to today's sponsor!
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Treasure Tuesdays: Project Accessory ~ Accessories Designers Keep It Coming
Last week, I sent out a major call for Accessories Designers to send in their information to be apart of Project Accessory! The response has been amazing and we have great shows starting April 6th! I'm proud to say that most of April and May has been taken up for these weekly slots. You guys know that I am a fanatic about organization as I love my Editorial Calendars so having yet another calendar to work on is amazing. Although slots are filling up, we still have plenty of room as we will do this throughout the year and many of the designers will make it into a book that will also be apart of this theme.
Continue to flood my inbox whether we have worked together or haven't. There are so many fabulous rings, belts, shoes, clutches, hobo bags, earrings, cuffs, bracelets, etc that need to be shown. In addition, there are amazing designers that I see at the Accessories Shows, other trade shows and of course within their showrooms that I can't keep those goodies to myself. Today's post is yet another call to action as we begin filming next week and for now, I'm keeping the designers under wraps but they are pretty phenomenal. Above are pieces that are definitely amazing to include in your spring and summer wardrobes. Thank you to everyone that has submitted as it's quite a process but I am looking at your lookbooks, websites, etc and the calendar to fit you in. If you haven't heard a response yet, I will be in touch soon. You can also find out additional information by visiting Project Accessory on The Style Pod. This is where there will be information about designers that are participating, our media partners (we have a huge one that we can't mention just yet but it's exciting) many of the call outs will go here but of course the content will also be here as well.
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