It's one of those weeks where it's going to be really busy! For those of you in DC and in Baltimore, I will be on air on your local ABC affiliates chatting it up! It's always great to be out and about in a different market. When I travel it's about comfort but also being able to hit the ground running. Roll over the above images and find out why I'm obsessed with this easy look that's perfect to wear when you have a million in one things to do. In terms of apparel, the Valerj Pobega top and Plein Sud Jeans. I'm loving the neutral color palette as well as the fun accessories that complete this look including Sergio Rossi, YSL, 3.1 Phillip Lim, CC Skye, Joomi Lim and Victoria Beckham.
February 28, 2013
Trendy Thursdays ~ Rich Tones Comes to Beauty
Last week ended a series of projects that were focused on the beginning of the year and with a lot of them closing and transitioning into new projects to start, I had to take a bit of a breather from things and seek a little inspiration after going to a few meetings and events. There was just enough time to take a little personal time and to see what was out there. This time of year is amazing as you're getting items from Spring, carryovers of items from the fall/winter that you may not have received and of course, you start thinking of items that should be hitting your closet! With my initial focus being boots (which didn't happen) I decided to have an open mind to find whatever would catch my eye!
ACCESSORIES INSPIRATIONS
I walked away with a fabulous pair of heels thanks to the amazing sales that took place at Lord and Taylor. Getting these Joan and David Quella heels which are a mixture of burgundy/berry, a mossy green and skate grey in snakeskin obviously gives me ideas on how my accessories can inspire items to add into my beauty case. Joan and David reminds me of classic heritage heels - it makes me think of looking in my mom's closet growing up and seeing heels that were in an array of hues and in my favorite magazines.
GET THE BEAUTY LOOK
With such a mixture of hues there are fab items in your local counters or online that you can purchase to bring this into your beauty case. Butter London is not only a nail polish brand but they also have lip glosses as well - I love how rich their hues are and both allow you to rock the burgundy tone whether you choose Come to Bed Red (the polish) or Primrose Hill Picnic (the lipgloss). Yves Saint Laurent also has two products that are fabulous their Volume Effect Faux Cils Burgundy Mascara and Eyeliner in Moss is another way to rock these hues. Burberry makes a number of grey hues available with this eyeshadow palette. Another great eyeshadow option is from Giorgio Armani and is a mixture of grey and a bit of green mixed in (which reminds of these heels even more).
Finish the look with these great finds. Smashbox keeps your lips richly hued in this burgundy shade. Rock these Slate nails by RGB And finally, pop in a bit of green with this waterproof and retractable eyeliner in green from the Sephora Collection!
December 03, 2012
Mingling Mondays: FW2012 Trends ~ Kita Williams
A few seasons ago I remember watching VH1's T.O. Show. At the time that the show aired, I was doing a lot of traveling and it was fab escapism. I love when you see celebs and their teams that make them even more of a rockstar then what they are. Kita Williams is a fab publicist and was my fave on the show! I've always loved her sense of style and she definitely comes across as the bestie and girl next door that you would want to know!
Recently, Kita hit the red carpet for UNCF's 33rd Annual An Evening of Stars! I love her classic flawless look but of course, if I were styling her I'd have to get her in this fabulous rich plum/eggplant dress by Herve Leger! She would rock out this look with these fabulous heels by Yves Saint Laurent! Finish this golden look with this decadent Nancy Gonzalez clutch which adds a pop of color in this look. Although I love Kita's necklace, I would switch it out with Herve Van Der Straeten!
November 30, 2012
Fashionable Fridays: Kimmie Picks ~ My Wishlist
So a few weeks ago one of my readers asked what was on my holliday wish list this year! With it being the last day of November and us heading into the last month of the year (can you believe it) - I had to give you a peek on a few items that I will be looking for under our tree this year. As you know, I'm always about accessories and having something fun to put on! So since this year has been quite a year to make for a great 2013, I am definitely looking for Santa to bring a few things my way that will come in handy! As many of you know I'm OBSESSED with Balenciaga from their city bags in various sizes to their cosmetic cases. I love them in a number of hues but this rose golden bag is perfect no matter what coast I'm on or what season! When it comes to rocking something fabulous and decadent, I think back to one of my favorite jewelry brands, Konstantino - I adore this blue topaz. When it comes to natural stones, I love this agate cuff from YSL which is perfect for casual days or my power meetings when I'm going over design concepts or an upcoming event that I am hosting.
Of course, I wear many hats so in addition to being an Accessories Expert, the founder of this site and other items - I am also the Co-Founder and Creative Director of Shoe Week and having too many shoes is never a bad thing! I adore peep toe heels, over the knee boots and sandals (AND I have a thing for flip flops - Havaianas of course)! I'm fortunate that my work allows me to travel all over so I'm always buying summer clothing even when temperatures here in NYC are much colder! These K Jacques sandals are so fun as I love that there is the shocking pop of patent leather color and then calf hair - perfect for my kaftans and maxi dresses which are a tropical must! When it's time to go glam or to dress up my jeggings, I'm always a fan of anything by Giuseppe Zanotti - especially with these amber suede heels! Finally it's all about over the knee boots - Casadei is a must to have in my closet from peep toes and beyond!
October 28, 2012
Snazzy Sundays ~ It's All About Cobalt
When certain hues come to mind, I automatically put them in my regal category and Cobalt is one of them! One of my fave hues to rock in polish is Cobalt Blue and I'm loving this one by Yves Saint Laurent. I have fantastic pics to get this hue throughout your home! First, getting it in your bedroom this hue goes from regal to tropical with this fabulous bed set from Anthropologie with its feminine texture and it's perfect hue for him as well without him feeling like it's a girl color. You can mix this in with grey and other neutrals. Head to your living room and ensure that this color splashes along your walls with this bookcase from Crate and Barrel with lighting from the chandelier which can be bought at Bed Bath and Beyond. Continue within your dining room or kitchen as your meals can definitely be glammed up with plates and serving wear from DVF's home line and as you serve the perfect beverage and want to have ice on hand when friend's are over, this Waterford Crystal is the best way to keep the party going!
September 03, 2012
Mingling Mondays: SS2012 Trends ~ Post NYFW R & R
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Labor Day is always bittersweet as it lets you know that the summer in my area is coming to a close so I have to enjoy every moment of the warm weather as well as that it's an insane period of time when it comes to the Fashion Calendar! As many of you know, I am not enjoying BBQs, parties and more as I am balancing my Fashion Week calendar in terms of coverage for Kitten Lounge as well as puting the finishing touches on Shoe Week which launches the very day that NYFW does! With that said, there's much to do and as anyone knows - even when the event is over, there are the recaps. But I have the above vision of Bora Bora in my head which is all the zen that one needs to know as the days will fly by and Paul and I will get to take a brief hiatus with all that one needs to make the above picture complete!
Check out why the above items are my favorite from Balenciaga, Marni, Pucci, YSL, DVF, and what resort is on the top of my list!
September 02, 2012
Snazzy Sundays ~ Prep Those Closets
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With New York Fashion Week and Shoe Week being around the corner, I have to say that the fall is a huge season where I seriously look to fix up my closets! Maybe it's because I like to ensure that I have room for brands that will be dressing me at NYFW, that I tend to have a number of items for future dressing opportunities sent to me and of course - there is my own shopping habit! With that said, people ask me all the time what they can do to maximize their spaces in a simple way. What I love is the fact that many times you can go to Container Store to get these shoe organizers. I love that you can put them in your closet and use the rod that is already there and place the desired number on there!
If you have some shoes out on display some of your other shoes such as (from top to bottom) Fendi, Rupert Sanderson, Rachel Zoe, YSL, Christian Louboutin and Manolo Blahnik can sit within their own spaces! You can take it all in sitting on this Ottoman from Horchow as well as having this print from Crate & Barrel to complete your zen like state as you begin to conquer your closet!
April 09, 2012
Mingling Mondays: FW 2012 Trends ~ Cynthia Rose
Be prepared for a sneak peek for your closets! Last month, you may have noticed that I was attending an all day shoot for Cynthia Rose for her Fall/Winter 2012 collection. If you love rich furs, textures and fabulously decadent jewelry, this is a line that you will definitely want to keep an eye out for without a doubt! Above is an image of the campaign that was taken and of course, I wanted to share fab accessories that could be paired with this tonal look. The star of this look is the fabulous outerwear! I would definitely pair this with a python medium bag which is perfect for running errands and going to brunch, by YSL as well as these suiede and python heels at Pierre Hardy. Finally, I'm loving this Topaz and Diamond Fountain of Life Ring by Vicente Gracia which will look phenomenal with this entire look?
January 28, 2012
Swoonfest Saturdays ~ Sister Closet
Growing up, my sister's closet was always a gem to run through. My style was preppy and conservative while hers was a lot more fun. I wanted to merge my style (great investment pieces that are core to the closet) with hers (surprise pop elements) that would make my look one that was super comfortable and chic. Borrowing items continued until I started to build my new wardrobe which became the beginnings of my dream wardrobe once I arrived to NYC! I always think about my Sister Closet and the importance of remembering to balance the aesthetic. I would define my look with great classics, boho chic style and more. My sister and I don't borrow from our closets as I have amazing showrooms that have opened up my world! My sister and I now share business ventures with one another and I love when she shows up to my events (upper left hand corner I hosted a phenomenal diamond event, lower left hand corner my sister came by with the launch of my collab shoe line at Robert Verdi's and lower right she was there for the 4th birthday of Kitten Lounge) or will work with me on photoshoots.
As different as we are in terms of some elements of our styles, we love the idea of having core basics! Navy is always super chic and we love the blazer which can go from preppy to sexy chic depending on how it's worn! I love this J Crew blazer. A few times when I have been on HSN for my segments, Molly Sims has been rocking it out with her line right before mine or after - loving this lariat style pearl necklace which blends prep with a sexy edge. A fun statement ring is an essential in my wardrobe and I love that my sister also expresses her style in this way as we are both focused on accessories - this ring by Mark Davis Bea is perfect in blending of materials and really making the cocktail structure of this piece as an added bonus to any look that you're looking to complete. Finally, those who follow my social networks saw me tweet out about these YSL Riviera Suede T Strap Wedges that I saw in the windows of Bergdorfs! These shoes are drool worthy and are cute additions to any look that you're rocking - they're sassy, preppy and in a sense it's like taking the French Riviera with you wherever your heels go! My Sister Closet sense still drives many components of my look but now she knows her actual closets are completely safe from me!
December 09, 2011
Fashionable Fridays ~ Banded Holiday Hostess
When you're the hostess and it's the holiday season, you can rock whatever style you want to! Go over the top and wear pieces that you would definitely look at but think twice about wearing any other time of year. So if it's all about going big and being the complete center of attention, then you can't go wrong with this banded dress by Herve Leger! I love that it mixes fuchsia and a great plum tone together! This strapless and curve fitting number is such a pop factor that having a subtle necklace by Miguel Ases which has one of my fave elements - labradorite. Slide on this mixed metal ring by none other them my faves, Virgins, Saints and Angels. By mixing in the two tones, it allows you to play up mixed metals. This Fevi Reyes hammered cuff has a nice elongated look to it and to top the entire look off, slip on a pair of YSL. The "hostess with the mostest" is now complete!
November 22, 2011
Treasure Tuesdays ~ Turkey Day Fashion 2
Yesterday I shared one of my fave looks to rock as you think about what you can wear for Thanksgiving. Today, it's all about that rustic boho chic vintagesque vibe that's fun to wear. Start off with basics such as jeggings from Seven For All Mankind and pair it with a Balmain tank which has the perfect amount of distressed detailing. Top it all off with this fabulous boucle Givenchy cardigan. Pair it with Yves Saint Laurent pendant which brings in natural qualities to the overall look. This cocktail ring by Dara Ettinger has a fab mix of clustered citrine and gold which is perfect as you're talking turkey. Finally, pop on Koolaburra's Veleta which has fab fringe detail which is perfect footwear conversation!
November 04, 2011
Fashionable Fridays ~ Get Crisp
The weather when it hits this season is definitely a call to action in terms of in between coats, heavier cardigans and so much more. My sister is such a fan of capes and obviously, she is not alone. I'm obsessed with Vince and love that this belted cape is super chic and in a fab charcoal color. Pair this with a simple pair of skinny jeans from Jacob Cohen and slide on a pair of DVF boots that are in a fab taupe shade! Rock it with this beyond gorg taupe bag by YSL which is made of pebbled lambskin and is so luxe. When it comes to the rest of the accessories, since your jacket is such a prime item to wear, rock this black diamond and sterling silver woven band ring by Effy Collection for the perfect conversation piece. As you carry your bag, you can have this Nak Armstrong moonstone bangle which is so chic and full of fun!
October 12, 2011
Wearable Wednesdays ~ His Style Takes the Lead
I'm all about trailblazing! As my second fashion mom says (yes my mom is Queen Fashion from her style, knowledge and industry show how but I have another amazing fashion mom that I adore to pieces) "grass never grows under my feet"! So with that said, I'm never one to ask whether I should go about doing something and I always see opportunity but I am also very old school in some ways in that I love a man who takes the lead. I'm the girl who loves when Paul opens doors for me, reaches his hand out to help me out of the cab, pops my coat on and doesn't think twice about holding my bag when we leave events and I'm juggling things in my hands. So if we can enjoy his lead on this, when it comes to dressing for a bridal event, I love the idea of adding in elements of menswear to the look - if this tuxedo from Hugo Boss is any indication, we are definitely going to look amazing when it comes to going to our friend's formal weddings at night. But seeing that we are fab women, we need to add in elements of our personality!
First off, we take a lead with his look by rocking this amazing Rachel Zoe Jerry Tuxe Jumpsuit has that glam bond girl look mixed with 70's and uber glam. Fab on its own, rock it out completely with a fab pair of Christian Louboutin bronze glitter heels. I'm loving Tim Van Steenbergen's sash belt which adds a bit of the heritage of the orient into this look. Top it off with more bling with this amaze Dannijo Coco Silver Plated Swarovski Crystal Ring. You know I never wear earrings that much but this is absolutely amazing when you walk in a room and rock Miguel Ases earrings. I'm also loving Luisaviaroma's python clutch which has the fab finger detail which is perfect when you're carrying it throughout the venue. Finally, I'm loving Yves Saint Laurent's Multimedia necklace - love this piece as it's all about Mixed Media which I am a HUGE fan of and how can you not have your eyes drawn to this look time and time again?
October 05, 2011
Wearable Wednesdays: His Style ~ Leather Duo
Last night, Paul and I wandered the Village after a round table and made our way to a super yummie Thai restaurant! I love the fall when the weather is just beginning to turn and you get giddy wearing a number of outerwear options and layers. In honor of this, I created a fun his and her leather/shearling spread! I'm OBSESSED over his style which rocks YSL's coat which is in a fab charcoal color which always looks phenomenal. Paired with the perfect distressed jeans by D&G and fun shoes, he's ready to be out and about looking amazing! Cap it off with a fab pair of fingerless gloves by UGG and a super cute beanie cap to wrap up the rest of the look. A quick pop into Forever 21 can provide a number of colors that are perfect to finish the look.
When she steps out, Karl Donoghue's jacket takes the aviator look to another level by combining this fab sleek look and popping shearling in to complete the look. Rock these with UGG's newest foray into fab footwear with this mix of menswear. Keep it simple with Paige Premium Denim pants. She can complete her look by pairing it with Simonetta Ravizza's marble fur hat which looks so cute and is warm and this fab crossbody bag by Woolrich.
August 22, 2011
Mingling Mondays ~ NYFW Style
This time next week I will be tackling 2 shows on Mon and one show on Tues on HSN. I love heading down to Tampa and seeing the people who work behind the scenes to make the shows happen while also hanging out with the show hosts. As excited as I am about this, I'm also thinking about the fact that I am that much closer to New York Fashion Week. Each day more invites come in for shows, parties and more - which means that there are more outfits that I need to co-ordinate for my looks. With that said, I have a few cocktail events that I am focusing on as well as creating and am OBSESSING over Emerson Thorpe who has super cute tunic style dresses and tops that are perfect for tackling fashion's key event in NYC. Since it's always about my accessories, I'm loving ElaineTurner's calf hair clutch - I adore large envelope clutches. I also love the hair calf trend which is fab for texture and that pop to truly make your piece stand out as a conversation element. Pair this with LeVian's Strawberry Gold Diamond Ring for the unexpected and a fab pair of neutral YSL's ultra high double platform pumps - your set!
June 28, 2011
Treasure Tuesdays ~ Concrete Jungle
I spend a lot of time trekking in the city so the term, Concrete Jungle definitely applies as I navigate the streets and avenues. But no matter how hot it is, you still have to look cute as you never know where the day will take you. Today, it's all about embracing my love for the military city chic effect (love playing with olive, neutrals, browns and mixed minerals) which has a comfy romper by BCBG Max Azria that incorporates some of my favorite jewelry pieces - fab multi charm braceletes from YSL, a leopard patent leather print from Jimmy Choo and this fabulous necklace from Sevan Bicakci! Together, this look ensures that you're boardroom ready, sushi available and anything else that may bring you out of your concrete hut!
June 13, 2011
Mingling Mondays ~ Summer Accessories Musts
We're well into Summer 2011 and although I'm already dreaming of my fall wardrobe as I'm always seasons ahead, with all the travel, hanging out in the city and my normal day to day, I have already fallen in love with my fashion staples for this year! First off, a large tote out of Canvas has always been an essential as sometimes I don't really need my purse or maybe I am doing some accessories shopping and don't want a million bags. So having this super cute YSL bag is absolutely perfect! In addition, my rings always have to be overtop and it's always a good thing to have Swarovski on hand as it enhances the most casual of outfits and is perfect when you definitely want to rock bling for nights when you want to be noticed.
I fell in love with Gladiator shoes last season but I have definitely embraced them in my looks this season without a doubt! I'm loving the ones by Christian Louboutin as I like the mixture of the classic aesthetic with a bit of that edgy vibe which is perfect for shorts, skinny jeans, leggings and maxis. Finally, you have to cuff it up and something ornate is always perfect to cap everything off. I'm loving Low Luv x Erin Wasson which has a fab intricate pattern and is in silver - perfection!
March 05, 2011
Giveaway ~ YSL La Manifesto Tote & Campaign Book
Earlier this week, Paul Farkas (boyfriend and Founder of Social TV) and I were quoted again in Luxury Daily's post about Yves Saint Laurent Takes Vision to the Streets Via Stand Alone Magazine otherwise known as "La Manifesto". As many of us know, there are limited amounts that are distributed to various fashion cities around the world (2,000 per city) including NYC, LA, Hong Kong etc. Thanks to such fab insiders as Nitro:licious who updated locations throughout the day, you were able to get some clues on where to go!
Throughout the city, girls clad in black puffer jackets with YSL's logo on the front and "Manifesto" on the back ran around the city. As Paul went out to get breakfast this morning, he ran into someone in our building carrying the bag but by the time he got there, they were only handing out the campaign as there were only 100 bags per location. I received a call from him directing me to MoMA if I wanted a chance at snagging the bag. After chatting with the supervisor and confirming it, I walked down a few streets. As he met me, we later saw the team and there they were (along with some other fashionably clad girls who were also looking to get a bag!
It takes a lot to make me rush out of the house but of course, I do it in style rocking my Marc Jacobs sunglasses, Coach Poppy Leather Jacket and although it's not shown - I had a pair of Sebago's which is a testament to the fact that the Vineyard's allow you to slip them on and run out the door. Fashionable scavenger hunts are always so much fun and although we both enjoyed our totes (the top picture shows the front and back of the bag as well as the Manifesto), we decided that we would give away one of the bags to Kitten Lounge readers! In order to win a bag, make sure you tweet @KittenLounge and @Cocoabebe with what is worthy of a fashion scavenger hunt to you? Maybe there is that limited edition bag that is only at a certain store or you're going to a reunion. Whatever Fashionable Scavenger hunt is worthy to you to get up in the morning, let us know, include the hashtag #KLYSL and follow either twitter handle above! This contest runs through Fri March 11th at noon! The winner of the YSL Manifesto Tote and Campaign book will be tweeted out at 12:30 on Fri March 11th as well!
April 22, 2010
Trendy Thursdays: Notes from Paris: The Art of Illumination
Notes from Paris is a series of posts from Valerie Nahmias, Beauty Editor of Femina Magazine in Paris. Brought together by our mutual friend and fashion photographer, Franco Lacosta, her posts will be featured each month bringing us her insights on beauty from products to fabulous tips! Last time, Valerie talked about the Masculine Revolution! Today she lets us in on beauty's connection with art!
How can a step back in time, inspire our vision of beauty? Shocking gold, true blue or red cracking... the miniature "The Hours of the Virgin" speaks about love, women, deep secrets, and reminds me of the passion of one of the biggest french sponsors of his time, Jean de France, the Duke of Berry (1340-1416).
In 1405, this « Prince of the Arts » ordered young artists Paul Herman and Jean de Limbourg, to create a series of miniature illuminations around prayer and worship. Immediate success. That work is a masterpiece of the means age.
Named « Beautiful Hours », this book, property of Metropolitan Museum of Art, is untied the time of an exceptional exhibition.
How can we express this art in our everyday life? By faith, sure, because Glamour is our religion. To the devil the Puritanism, let's live the beautiful hours! And enjoy gloss and make-up, with these tints "shocking" that support perfectly a personality. From the classicism to the modernity, everything takes place on the art to handle these exuberant colors.
YSL, Shu Uemura, Bourjois, M.A.C Cosmetics, Chanel… inspired by the art, those brands play with mascara blue, cheekbones fuchsia, vermilion mouth, lamé golden varnish. Forget about « nude », nothing is more sexy than true colors for summer. and if it is sometimes necessary to go to draw from pastime to be at the top of our time, never forget that we act today for the tomorrow's beauty.
52 days, 1248, it is the number of those Beautiful Hours that we have, to contemplate, with worship, these magnificent icons.
Valerie is the Beauty Editor of Paris' Femina Magazine and it's blog Redaction Beaute and has spent her years in the fashion/beauty industry. She was an assistant at French Elle Magazine for Carine Roitfeld (who is now French Vogue's Editor in Chief) and wrote the book, Pour Etre Belle.
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Photography by Philip Friedman/Studio D
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