Wednesday, May 26, 2010

Moschino Cheap & Chic Cruise 2011

Creative director Rossella Jardini opted for a polished elegance, delivering prim silk chiffon dresses and blouses embellished with contrasting piping and boarders, ribbons and gold buttons, WWD reports. The collection totally has an uptown girl look, in primarily white, black and beige. Check out the fabulous collection below:























Photos courtesy of WWD

Tuesday, May 25, 2010

Sale Alert: Roxy Summer Dresses

Just in time for warm weather and the long weekend, Roxy has some amazing basic summer dresses that are currently on sale, marked up to 50% off! This includes the 'Wave Runner Dress' ($29.50), 'Newland Dress' ($30.99), 'Gladsom Dress' ($26.99) and more!




Plenty by Tracy Reese

Tracy Reese has expanded her Plenty line to include shoes come Fall! The contemporary collection includes flats, heels, clogs, and boots. "Plenty (shoe collection) will be more extensive than Tracy Reese," said Reese, who also just launched her ecommerce site. "Tracy Reese is dressy, while Plenty will have real day shows and more heel heights." Plenty by Tracy Reese shoes will range from $95 to $200.

And until then her fabulous summer collection is available online! Including the 'Azure Blue Lingerie T' ($148.00), 'Black Femme Swirl Jersey Pouf Top' ($165.00), 'Black Tunic Floral Bustier Dress' ($175.00), 'Cornflower Floral Scooped Cardie' ($175.00)

In the News: Longchamp Unveils New Store Concept

Longchamp has revamped its Madison Avenue store!

The former design dated to 1999 and "we needed to realign out physical look to what the brand had become," CEO Jean Cassegrain said. "There were some practical issues, such as integrating the ready-to-wear collection."













"We this that is matches our image very nicely insofar as it's modern and cool but not cold," he said. "It's warmer than most of our competitors are... We want to show the colorful, playful characteristics of the brand."

There are some quirky touches, WWD reports, including a retail display homage to Parisian booksellers along the Seine and an elevator with a depiction of the Eiffel Tower on its ceiling.

Shopista Steal: Genetic Denim

I found these amazing Genetic Denim vintage 'Ryder' boyfriend jeans ($79.04 down from $209.00) on Bluefly.com and they are such a steal! Distressed boyfriend jeans are so comfortable, and perfect for summer. Wear them with a more fitted tank, a belt and flats or dress them up with sexy stilettos.

Monday, May 24, 2010

In the News: AllSaints Opens NYC Flagship


Edgy contemporary U.K.-based brand, AllSaints Spitalfields, opened its first New York store in SoHo at 512 Broadway. The brand, founded in 1994, features men's, women's, and children's collections and has a unique, vintage, boho look.

Shopista Look of the Week: Elaborate Earrings

Swap out the statement necklace for a pair of elaborate earrings - they elongate the neck, and work with your hair up or down.

These J. Crew 'Crystal Crustacean Earrings' ($68.00), are designed with blended troca shells, multi-size glass coral beads, and crystals for the perfect summery shine. For a similar look, these Kate Spade 'Kahina Large Lever-Back Drop Earrings' ($95.00) are the perfect finishing touch for any outfit.























For more of a 'chandelier' earring, these ABS by Allen Schwartz 'Three Tiered Pave Loop Earrings' ($63.75) and Carolee LUX 'Victorian Runway' ($125.00) options are perfect, and offer an unexpectedly modern look.













Or for a more boho-chic look try these Lee Angel 'Chain and Pave Ball Earrings' ($110.00), or these Juicy Couture 'Floral Orbital Drop Earrings' ($68.00).


Sunday, May 23, 2010

Bow Back Tee

At first I wasn't sure how I felt about this RED Valentino 'Silk Organza Bow Back Tee' ($295.00), but I have to say, it is pretty fabulous. From the front it is a matte viscose jersey tee, and from the back, an inset of sheer, fluttering silk organza is topped at the nape of the neck with a gigantic bow. It definitely makes a statement, and the periwinkle blue is equally as flattering.

Thursday, May 20, 2010

Pierre Hardy for Gap

Pierre Hardy's spring shoes for Gap are available now, and I have to say, they are pretty cute! Closely following this season's trends, the shoes come in various wedge shapes as well as a great pair of espadrille sandals. Check them out below:





Wednesday, May 19, 2010

Toms Shoes

We are all used to Toms signature canvas slip-on shoes... and for fall, Toms will be offering a peep-toe wedge. What do you think?

Kate Moss Launches SS10 Collection May 20th

Kate Moss's, vintage inspired, Top Shop collection is launching in stores tomorrow (May 20th). It features a range of beautiful, limited-edition items, such as suede, laser cut leggings, a dramatic sequin embroidered cape, a sorbet-lemon tiered maxi dress and floral frocks.


Jil Sander Navy Spring 2011

The Milan-based company Jil Sander is launching a new casual and more affordable collection, Jil Sander Navy, for spring 2011. The collection includes fun prints and color, which is totally different then the minimalism and precision cuts of Jil Sander. "We are targeting all kinds of categories that aren't completely represented in the main collection," said Alessandro Creminesi, CEO of Jil Sander. "There will be some surprises in terms of prints and colors. But they are done the Jil Sander way,"













Navy, retails from $125 for a T-shirt to $1,000 for a dress or trenchcoat.

Tuesday, May 18, 2010

Shopista Look for Less: Tie-Dye Bags

For a fun splash of color, tie-die bags are the perfect accessory this summer! This Bottega Veneta 'Large Tie-Dye Hobo' ($1,550.00) looks amazing paired with more neutral tones, and will definitely make a statement.

But there are a lot of great options at a more reasonable price-point, that are equally as great. I love this Rebecca Minkoff 'Tie Dye Easy Rider Date Clutch' ($375.00). Another fabulous option is this Halston Heritage 'Tie Dye Sac Bag' ($125.00) that adds a little oomph to any outfit.













Other great options include: Big Buddha 'Navy Tie-Dye Woodstock Hobo' ($85.00), and Sammy Handmade in Ethiopia 'Marta Tie Dye Flat Clutch' ($345.00).

Monday, May 17, 2010

Shopista Look of the Week: Rompers

Rompers are perfect for summer, and so comfortable. I particularly like long-sleeved rompers for out at night. The look great with heels and a clutch. One of my favorites this is Parker 'Silk 3/4-Sleeved Romper' ($181.00 on sale). Or this Dolce Vita 'Sunny Romper' has a great deep-v neckline.













Floral rompers are great during the day, and so summery. This Twelfth Street 'Keyhole Cami Romper' ($275.00) is a great option, as well as this What Goes Around Comes Around 'Jasmin Romper' ($220.00).













They can also be a great beach cover-up. This Roxy 'Day Trip Romper' ($49.50) and this Ella Moss 'Ruffled Romper' ($132.00) come in great colors and perfect for sunny days.













And I love pant-rompers, especially this linen Graham & Spencer 'Strapless Jumpsuit' ($250.00), and this Diane von Furstenberg 'Cargo Jumpsuit' ($398.00) which are a so feminine, and a little different then then the basic romper.






Wednesday, May 12, 2010

Kooba Launches Footwear Collection!

This Spring, Kooba is venturing into footwear! The collection includes everyday items, such as flats, sandals, wedges and heels that have a relaxed, chic look - similar styling to their handbags. I especially like the sandals and wedges - check out my two favorites below:

'Suri' ($225.00), and 'Molly' ($325.00)













Prices range from between $225 - $385, and are available on Kooba.com, Endless.com, Zappos.com, and in specialty boutiques nationwide.

Zara's May Collection

The may collection currently available at Zara is so fun and casual, and totally appeals to your inner hippie. The casual line is not only a little cheaper, but is perfect for the weekend and includes fringed shorts, denim dungarees, printed maxi dresses, militant separates, and cotton dresses.