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Hussy Aussie Fashions
2008-06-10 15:15:00
Hussy Summer 2008 CollectionOver the past 11 years, Australian Designer and Businesswoman Marie Hatzis has grown the Hussy label from a small, one-woman operation into a highly successful international commodity. Supported by a tight team of fashion professionals, Hussy is an iconic brand at the forefront of the fashion industry. They debut three summer and two winter collections annually, with a wide range of belts, boots, shoes, and bags. Mayfair Crop JacketDuck Egg & Cobalt Print$270Garden of Eden SkirtBlue Dotty Floral$289Hailing from a fashion background with a highly astute seamstress as her mother, Marie acquired the flair for design and eye for detail from an early age. Her perfectionism is renowned, and it is this quality combined with her acute business sense that have driven the success and longevity of the business thus far. The Hussy label is a highly recognizable cult brand with eclectic and unique prints, signature tailoring, and a forward-thinking style. Odyssey Top ...
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Robert Rodriquez Fashion Designer
2008-06-09 17:23:00
Many things have influenced the life of Fashion Designer Robert Rodriguez, but it was Christian Dior that played an integral role. When he was a child, his mother gave him a book on Christian Dior, which he studied meticulously. It was that book that became Robert's bible and his doorway into the world of fashion couture. Graphic Flower Top Oversized static posies repeat on an airy top of sheer silk. Boatneck with tucking detail. Wide kimono sleeves$264Cascade DressTimelessly feminine yet utterly modern. Silk one-shoulder dress with draping at side and hidden zipper at back. 1" strap ties at front. 34" long, measured from shoulder. 100% silk.$396Graphic Flower Dress in PlumFaux wrap style in cleverly constructed silk is printed all over with oversized static blooms. Gathered tie detail at shoulder. Crossover v-back. Snaps at front waist for wrap effect. About 23" from natural waist.$407Robert attended the Fashion Institute of Technology in New York, where he was recognized for his ...

What's New at Saks.com
2008-06-09 16:26:00
In the summer of 2000, Saks Fifth Avenue launched Saks.com, offering an enhanced, personalized, online shopping experience. You may shop at saks.com in many ways: by a distinct look, a specific designer, or an individual item. saks.com is committed to providing the same legendary service and style found in all Saks Fifth Avenue stores.Tibi Cap Sleeve Jersey DressA defined waist and slim pencil skirt add sophistication to charming mod buttons and sweetly capped sleeves.$345Cole Haan Small Triangle Shoulder Bag Lush pebbled leather is balanced with intricate woven straps and signature satin nickel hardware.$325Juicy Couture Mary Jane Elle PumpsEnchanting Mary Jane dazzles with gold metallic lizard print for an unforgettable finish.$320BCBG MAX AZRIA Runway Double Flap ClutchPatent leather accents add a chic touch to this simple clutch.$198Lia di Gregorio Heart RingA single pearl rests inside the heart of this feminine ring.$560Nanette Lepore Stuck On You Cotton JacketAdorable cropped ...

Badgley Mischka Platinum Label
2008-06-09 15:14:00
Spring 2008 CollectionSince Mark Badgley and James Mischka joined forces in 1988, Badgley Mischka has captivated the fashion press and prominent retailers with their sophisticated style that caters to a younger, more modern couture customer, while not forsaking women of any age. Their timeless designs appeal to a range of women, including celebrities like Madonna, Catherine Zeta Jones, Jennifer Lopez, Kate Winslet, Sarah Jessica Parker, and Ashley Judd.Platinum Label Cotton Piqué DressCrisp stretch cotton has an alluring off-the-shoulder fit, with an A-line skirt accented by peekaboo bands.? About 22" from natural waist ? Fagoting detail on skirt ? Straps fit on shoulders ? Back zip closure ? Cotton/spandex$450The Platinum Label collection has brought Badgley Mischka products to more women than just celebrities and jet-setters, and it's priced to suit everyone's wallet ($300-600). "With this collection, our goal is to dress our customers in all aspects of their daily lifestyl...

Rebecca Zelis Metalsmith
2008-06-08 15:41:00
Jewelry DesignerRebecca Zelis was accepted to Rhode Island School of Design and studied Metalsmithing and Jewelry Design, graduating with a BFA in 1997. Now she lives in Brandon, Vermont, with her husband and two children. Her studio is located in the renovated Granary that also houses the work of local painters, sculptors, and potters. Landscape NecklaceLandscape Jasper, Black Sapphire, Tourmaline, Moonstone, Sterling SilverThis piece of landscape jasper is framed beautifully by two tourmaline cabochons and 14k gold wire wrapping.$380While growing up in New England, Rebecca explored beaches, mountains, and river valleys ? always searching for the lovely surprise of a piece of sea glass, a beautiful river stone, or a unique fossil or shell. Now she searches the shores of Lake Champlain for stones, natural buttons, or arrowheads, and the beaches in Cape Cod and Maine for sea glass and shells. Flowerbox NecklaceOpal, Beach Stone, Semi-Precious StonesArtist StatementSince I was a child...

Baby Phat Shoes
2008-06-08 15:35:00
In less than a decade, Baby Phat by Kimora Lee Simmons has positioned itself in the world of fashion as the premiere female hip-hop brand. Sassy, sexy, and stylish, Baby Phat first hit the scene as a publicity tool when tiny tees with the clever name Baby Phat were produced to electrify a Phat Farm runway show. When celebrities, supermodels and tastemakers began wearing the baby tees, a phenomenon grew, and a decision was made to launch an entire Baby Phat sportswear collection. A lifestyle brand was born. The Judy in Blush PinkAdjustable ankle strap with hidden elastic goring for comfort and a personalized fit. Tonal goring on inner side of ankle strap for added comfort. Mirror metallic small platform insert and heel panel. Lightly padded footbed for comfort. Kitty logo engraved in heel stem. Synthetic buffed outsole. Synthetic leather lining. Smooth leather upper. Pyramid stud details. Soft suede paneling. 4 1/2" heel.$94In 1998, Kimora Lee Simmons was the natural choice to create...
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Rachel Pally Fashion Designer
2008-06-08 00:45:00
Los Angeles native Rachel Pally made her fashion runway debut during the Fall 2004 LA Fashion Week at the tender age of 23. Since then, the Rachel Pally brand has amassed a loyal customer base throughout the globe. Rachel's instantly recognizable creations, worn by women of all ages and walks of life, amplify sex appeal by gliding around the body's contours. 'Mexico' Convertible DressSoft knit is shaped into a chic, breezy dress topped with a fitted bodice that flows to a full, draped skirt. A matching sash allows for multiple variations on the silhouette, from a halter-style neck to a belted look that ends in a thick knot at the center front. Approx. length from top center front: 47" to longest point. Made in the USA.$224Those who have become familiar with her line will tell you how much they love the soft luxurious fabrics and timeless style. Sleek, sophisticated, timeless, and sexy, her clothing marries luxury and practicality, simplicity and glamour. Rachel's short and long...
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Light Wash Summer Denim
2008-06-07 21:41:00
Lighter denim washes are back for Summer 2008! There is a massive throwback to the 70s and 80s due to hit this summer, especially when it comes to denim. Jeans are pale and super-flared. Floral print blouses are tucked into high-waisted shorts. Torn denim jackets are pre-washed and frayed. These pieces are distressed and effortless and easily worn with prints or plains. Seven For All Mankind Super FlareSeven For All Mankind denim jeans in a Super Flare.Great looking denim with a long inseam.Lighter denim sky blue wash. 5 pocket styling. $182Today people of all ages and sizes wear denim. With new brands constantly entering the market, there is a wonderful selection available ? ranging from the age-old styles to the latest trend ? and a variety of fabric weights and washes. Denim has reached unbelievable heights in the last ten years, and it's one of the most versatile fabrics in the fashion world. Denim goes with everything. Designers have gone wild creating different cuts, colors, ...
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Amy Faust Jewelry
2008-06-06 22:51:00
Handmade Beach Glass Jewelry Beautiful color and fine metalsmithing in uncomplicated designs are the key elements that make Amy Faust's jewelry stand out from the rest. Recycled beach glass, bottles, pottery, and stained glass are hand-cut and ground into finished shapes which she sets in matte-textured silver and high-karat gold in her San Francisco studio. Amy has gone Green, and is now using recycled silver and gold, as well as other recycled materials. Large Square RingShown in Cornflower Blue, Kiwi, and Caramel$145Amy Faust's jewelry is created one piece at a time using hand-rolled sterling silver or gold to create a soft sandy texture. The glass used in her work is derived from many sources ? beach glass found on the Northern California coastline, new and antique bottles with interesting bas-relief, and stained glass. Excellent craftsmanship is integral to the simplicity and elegance of her work.Werkstatte PinAlso available in other colors.Coke Bottle & Cream Beach Glass Ins...

Surly Girl Bags & Jewels
2008-06-06 22:46:00
Back in the 1990's there was an ambitious young woman named Alison Muh, who pondered her future as she prepared to graduate from Brown University in Rhode Island. A charter-member surly girl from California, Alison weighed her options and made a choice to go to work with Smith Barney in New York's World Trade Center. The New Millennium was approaching fast and the future looked great for a young Ivy-League grad.Surly Girl Flirtini Lizard WristletOur most functional yet fabulously stylish clutch yet! Available in tons of wild and conservative colors and textures, this exterior comes in our custom tanned lizard leather from Italy. Matching solid colored leather lines the interior. Slide the leather wrist strap all the way in when you want to throw it into your larger Surly handbag as a wallet. Slide the strap out and slip it over your wrist when you use it as a clutch. Measures 9" L x 1.5" W x 4.5"H. Proudly made in Los Angeles by Surly Girl. $275Alison later moved across the street...
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Born Summer Sandals
2008-06-05 20:16:00
For more than a decade, Born has been redefining casual footwear for discerning women and men. Their combination of handcrafted styles, premium leathers, and fine details have attracted an intensely loyal following. Born uses the Old World technique of Opanka, a hand-sewn construction in which our richest leather, leather lining, and shock absorbing foam are sewn together to ensure the foot is wrapped in pure comfort. 'Carmel' Sandal in GoldFull-grain or metallic leatherLightweight rubber outsoleEmbossed leather liningSubtle leather braiding$85Not only does hand-sewn construction make Born shoes extremely flexible, it also creates a natural cushioning effect. As a result, the sole of the foot conforms and rebounds with every movement, providing a consistently comfortable environment. Born Shoes blend refined classic style with extraordinary comfort and craftsmanship. Every design detail is carefully developed and meticulously controlled to create a look immediately recognized for ...
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Pamela Thompson Fashion Designer
2008-06-05 15:48:00
Born in Evanston, Illinois, and raised is Wilmette, a village just north of Chicago, Pamela Thompson was surrounded by creative people. Her father, a musician, and her mother, a part time actress/full time homemaker, were always supportive of any form Pamela?s creativity took. Pamela was also influenced by her mother's sister who taught her the basics of sewing at age six. Menagerie DressPamela Thompson is known for her fun, flirtatious and wearable designs. The Menagerie Dress in Lavender is 100% silk chiffon. Flounced front neckline with silk covered buttons, the dress flows down layer upon layer into the skirt. A coordinating grey color is imbued against the fuchsia in the bust as well as in the reversible dual color tie belt around the waist.$363Over the years, Pamela has dressed many notable celebrities, including Kirsten Dunst, Paris Hilton, Avril Lavigne, Ashanti, Fergie, Jamie Lynn Siegler, Lydia Hearst, and Molly Sims.Debonair Dress in BlackThe Debonair Dress in Black Prin...
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Lois Hill Jewelry
2008-06-04 22:02:00
New York-based jewelry designer Lois Hill has traveled the world in her quest to uncover lost and ancient jewelry making techniques that span across continents and cultures. Fusing and combining these incredible lost arts in very non-traditional ways, she creates classic, contemporary, sterling silver jewelry that is rooted in history yet has a modern flair.From Lois Hill Sterling Silver Cut-Out Collection: (Click on the pics for more info)Orbital Six-Layer Cut-out CuffSix rows of scroll-detailed discs and hammered open rings culminate in a unique handcrafted bracelet.$398CraftsmanshipLois Hill specializes in silver jewelry and watches, using three entirely unrelated techniques. She begins by hand-carving the metal with hammer and chisel (a primitive technique dating back to the Stone Age), then employs the Etruscan technique of granulation (dating back to 3000 B.C.) to add meticulous detail with tiny spheres of sterling silver, and finishes with contemporary filigree. Using a set o...
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Yves Saint Laurent Dies
2008-06-04 19:00:00
Yves Saint Laurent died in his Paris home at age 71 on Sunday, June 1, 2008. He was a fashion designer by trade, but his enduring legacy is that of gender equalizer, child prodigy, and inventor of the ready-to-wear category. He forever changed the modern woman's wardrobe with tuxedo jackets, trench coats, and pants in the 1960s and 70s.Some fashions from the 2008 Ready-to-Wear Collection that still bears his name:Yves Saint Laurent was born in 1936 in Oran, Algeria. After winning first prize in the International Wool Secretariat contest for his asymmetrical cocktail dress in 1954, Saint Laurent went immediately to work for Christian Dior, where he became Haute Couture designer when Dior died in 1957. He introduced the trapeze dress in his first collection for Dior in 1958. He left in 1960 to fulfill his military obligations, and after returning opened his own couture house in 1962. Saint Laurent was the first to continuously offer new lengths, moods, shapes, and tones each season, ...
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Fendi 2008 Handbags
2008-06-04 14:16:00
Summer 2008 Handbag CollectionAdele Casagrande founded a small leather and fur company in 1918, but it was through her marriage with Edoardo Fendi in 1925 that this Italian label got its famous name. Fendi originally specialized in producing high-quality furs and leather goods on the Via del Plebiscito in Rome. The company moved toward a more high-fashion profile with the first Fendi fashion show in 1955.Plum Leather Spy BagPlum wrinkled leather bag with contrast leather panels and woven handles. Fendi Spy bag has a flap closure on the front with a clasp fastening 'F logo' pouch attached to it which sits on the inside and a silver Fendi insignia on the loop strap on the front. Bag has knot detailing on the handles and logo canvas lining with a small signature gold plaque on inside. A cult-status bag that would make a great investment piece. Carry in the crook of your arm or wear snugly over the shoulder. $2250Like many Italian firms producing luxury goods, the Fendi company is a f...
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Jewelry Trend: Bangle Bracelets
2008-06-04 01:32:00
Now that the weather is finally warming up, bangle bracelets are a great way to accessorize those new spring clothes. They can be thick or thin, colorful or monotone, and stacked with other bangles or worn as accents with another style of bracelet. Designers are getting very creative with their bangles, wrapping them with wire, beads, natural fibers, and fabrics. This makes them perfect for jazzing up simpler comfy outfits, like your basic tank and jeans.Versace Leather BangleThis woven leather bangle livens up its earthy vibe with a metallic finish.$325When it comes to adorning your arms with jewelry this season, bangles are a great choice. They were first spotted on the runway at the spring shows, and then they quickly made their way onto the wrists of Hollywood's major trendsetters like Beyoncé, Jennifer Lopez and Kate Hudson.Juicy Couture Heart Padlock Hinged Leather BangleHeart-shaped padlock secures a hinged bangle wrapped with script-embossed leather.? Circumference: 7"? ...
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LaROK Designer Fashions
2008-06-03 18:01:00
LaROK is a fast moving, spirited contemporary collection, based on the concept of highly styled, fashion-oriented items. LaROK was launched in the fall of 2004 by Koral Industries, which also launched luxury denim brand 7 for all mankind. Paris Hilton, Lindsay Lohan, and Reese Witherspoon, among others, have been spotted wearing LaROK fashions.Zooey Top in Multi PlaidTrendy fashionistas adore LaROK?s elegant designs. The Zooey Top in Multi Plaid is a playful silk tunic blouse with an adorable vintage shape. The square neckline and short puff sleeves give the top a babydoll, flattering fit. The body flares out with pleats under the bust for extra volume. A slim matching belt with modern silver sequins accents the top. 100% silk.LaROK is designed collaboratively, with young designers Jenna Wilson and Cary Vaughan spearheading the creative directions. Wilson and Vaughan, friends for six years, have been with the company since its inception. As Crystal Slattery, VP of Merchandising, put...
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Gustto Summer 2008 Handbags
2008-06-03 15:48:00
Summer 2008 Handbag CollectionBorn in the South of France, handbag designer Agathe Planchon has been inspired by a life of constant motion. Moving from city to city in France, Ms. Planchon's love for travel was instilled at an early age. Nestled on the Northwestern coast of the Italian Riviera, Portofino has long been the designer?s most beloved sanctuary and primary source of inspiration. Personifying luxury, fashion, and a passion for life, the Italian lifestyle has incited Ms. Planchon to design this subtly sexy, yet sophisticated collection.Cala Bag in Yellow Metallic? Zip top closure ? Zipped inner pocket ? Double twisted straps ? Color - Yellow Metallic ? Leather with fabric lining ? Medallion charm on front? Measures approx 15"W x 9.5"H x 6"D ? Double strap measures 31.5" with a 7.5" drop $787Ms. Planchon first made her foray into the corporate world, not as a designer, but as a technology executive. Always a shrewd businesswoman, she identified the unique opportunity that ...
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What's New at Couture Candy
2008-06-02 17:22:00
Couture Candy was developed to fill a growing demand for the freshest designer apparel online. We have found shopping online to be convenient, but historically lacking in personality and the creative service we've always enjoyed in exclusive boutiques. With this in mind, it's our goal at Couture Candy to create a modern hybrid of the online and offline shopping experience.Gold Hawk Tribal Queen DressThis tank top dress has a v neck cut style with metal and embroidery trim in a tribal pattern that continues onto the back neckline. The front chest has a pleated bodice that extends onto the main bodice of the dress. 100% silk fabric.$328At Couture Candy, you can shop all the hottest designers in one place and get the latest industry news, read all about the designers, and even keep up on (and purchase) what the celebrities are wearing. Resident celebrity gossip blogger Zack, and guest celebrity gossip bloggers such as Perez Hilton, have plenty to dis and dish. Also, you can take trem...
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ABS by Allen Schwartz Dresses
2008-06-02 13:58:00
Los Angeles-based contemporary brand A.B.S. by Allen Schwartz Dresses reinterprets red carpet couture into amazing fashionable dresses at affordable prices. Allen Schwartz is known throughout the industry as the master of trend with consistent fashionable dresses intertwined with that certain A.B.S. distinction ? innovation and edge melded with elegance. Retail price points range from $98 - $400. ABS Silk Chiffon GownSubtle metallic hues highlight a gown covered in a print with flowers sliding sensuously into lilac-hued snakeskin.? Silk.? k zip closure.? Boned bodice for shape.? Strapless sweetheart neck.? Approx. length from center front to hem: 53"$388Inspired and driven by his introduction to fashion at a young age and dedicated to making his mark in the industry, Allen Schwartz launched A.B.S by Allen Schwartz in 1982. The company and the collections erupted onto the fashion landscape taking leading industry insiders by storm. From the media to retailers, everyone took noti...

St. Kilda Jewelry
2008-06-02 00:38:00
Russian-born goldsmith Nora Kogan is the designer behind St. Kilda, the Brooklyn-based jewelry line. Nora grew up in St. Kilda, a seaside neighborhood outside of Melbourne, Australia, and studied goldsmithing at Northern Melbourne Institute of Technology where she learned the technical aspects of jewelry making. She moved to New York, and began her career working for Me & Ro, and a short 2 years later she started her own company.Hummingbird PendantInnovative designer St. Kilda brings us this inspired hummingbird pendant. Unique and bold but still perfect for an elegant evening out. Its versatility will work with any collection. Made with engraved sterling silver. 16 1/4" chain length, 1" diameter pendant. Handcrafted in Brooklyn.$148Nora's delicate and feminine designs come in sterling, 18k rose gold, and 18k yellow gold, and are often accented with high-quality diamonds, rubies, or sapphires. Many items feature sweet engravings. St. Kilda jewelry has been featured in Lucky, Bluepr...
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Jenny Yuen Handbags
2008-06-01 19:36:00
Chic and functional, classic and impeccably designed, Jenny Yuen handbags complete any ensemble, adding the perfect finish to any look. As her clients acclaim, Jenny's creations are extremely practical and look elegant no matter the occasion. Imbued with fine arts sensibility and design school cool, she designs her handbags to reflect her love for both the arts and fashion. Gatsby Overnighter Bag in Metallic RoseJenny Yuen designs are classic bags with ultra functional additions composed of premium Italian Cowhide. For a traditional bag with a modernized physique, the Gatsby Overnighter Bag in Metallic Rose is just the right style. This larger bag is equipped with pockets for every need. The front has a small zipper pocket and a side slash pocket that secures with a flap, as well as two small pockets on both sides. While the back has an additional slash pocket that closes with a single magnetic snap. The center pocket closes with a zipper and has a single zip pocket and two open po...
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Fashion Trend: Strapless Dresses
2008-06-01 14:47:00
Strapless dresses for summer 2008 are stylish enough to take you from the beach to dinner. A quality strapless dress retains an hourglass shape even on the hanger. Your natural shape should simply reinforce the construction of the dress. Small-busted women find strapless easier because they don't need serious undergarments. Women with wide shoulders should avoid this look all together ? it brings too much attention to the shoulders.Ruffled-Back Metallic Gown in Navy? Draped godets (for fullness) down back.? Strapless neckline with twisted detail.? Rayon/nylon chiffon.$1150GownsStrapless gowns were a big hit on the red carpet this year, especially at the Oscars. Nothing is more glamorous than a long strapless gown for special occasions: it shows off some of the most attractive features on a woman ? shoulders, arms, face, and arms ? without being too bare. Sophisticated and elegant, they emit a hint of sexiness and sensuality. Mummy Tiered Silk Organza Dress? Allover petal tiers; gat...
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Wendy Stevens Handbags
2008-05-31 18:23:00
Wendy Stevens began designing handbags in 1983. She had just moved to New York, leaving the West Coast and a career in bilingual elementary school education. Surrounded by friends making art in all realms, she began exploring her own artistic potential. For some people, a subway car is nothing more than a fast way to get from downtown to uptown. For Stevens, it was a source of fascinating sheet metal, as were the telephone booths, elevators, and construction sites she saw everywhere.Perforated Seed Pod BagThe seed pod is made of perforated stainless steel with leather gussets and strap, and closes at the top with a hinged frame. This piece will accommodate a small wallet, cell phone, reading glasses, and some cosmetics."I hunted through endless available materials on Canal Street, in hardware stores, and in the industrial venues of the city," Wendy explains. "Then came the hand tools: punching holes, cutting, sanding sheet metal in my apartment by day and working in a nightclub by n...
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Black Gold Jewelry
2008-05-31 16:18:00
Absolute Design Studio's 18k Black Gold line is an addition to their other exclusive lines, and is based on studying and elaborating on rarely used goldsmithing and metallurgical properties. A unique and costly 18k gold variant has been identified that produces the proper and desired look and physical properties. It is charcoal-black with charming olive-green overtones, and is manufactured through the use of a unique 18k Gold alloy. Curvy Orpheo-Negro Promise RingSheer elegance of exclusive nature and beauty, exclusive procurement and purveyance.. a classic 1/2 round band, referred to, sometimes as "domed" profile ring, with full comfort fit, in Absolute Studios's stunning 18K Black Gold, the fruition of the Studios incessant research onto color gold alloys.$710Black Beauty Flat RingSheer elegance of exclusive nature and beauty, exclusive procurement and purveyance.. a classic flat band with full comfort fit, in Absolute Studio's stunning 18K Black Gold, the fruition of the Studi...
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Shoshanna Designer Fashions
2008-05-30 22:05:00
Born in 1975, Shoshanna Lonstein's childhood was a fairly privileged one, enjoying a comfortable life in New York City as a pretty, athletic young girl. She attended the well-known Nightingale-Bamford all-girls school, excelling academically while getting involved in her school's sports teams. While still a seventeen-year-old high school student, she came to public attention when she began dating Jerry Seinfeld, who was still starring in his sitcom. Blue Print Strapless Floral DressScalloped lace trims the Empire waist of a dress with a festive floral print on a blue background. Pleats detailing the bodice are repeated at the hem.? D-ring closure and elastic inside center back bodice help secure fit.? Boned front, back and side bodice for shape and support.? Approx. length from top center front to hem: 29 1/2"? Back zip with hook-and-eye closure.? Side seam pockets.? Acetate lining.? Cotton/silk.$330Shoshanna began college at George Washington University in Washington, D.C....
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Cole Haan Shoes and Bags
2008-05-30 15:51:00
In 1928, Trafton Cole and Eddie Haan designed the first Cole Haan shoe. It was Chicago, the jazz age. Quality was everything ? and style, like the sound, was smooth and sophisticated. A dynamic luxury brand, Cole Haan defines the ultimate in artisan quality and detail, chic on-trend fashion, "downtown style" that is unique and eclectic, and beautiful products that people love to own.Cole Haan Spring 2008 Collections:From the Nike Air Collection:Moira Air Sling in Ivory/Cherry PatentBuckle sling with beautifully concealed NIKE AIR Technology in rich calfskin with patent leather piping. Statement leather-covered buckles adjust for fit. Fully leather lined. Fully padded leather-wrapped sock lining. Softly buffed leather sole. 3" patent-leather covered wedge with mini platform.$295Nami Air OT Pump in Canvas/AnthraciteOpen toe spectator pump, retro and ladylike in canvas with patent leather detail and beautifully concealed NIKE AIR cushioning. Fully leather lined. Fully padded leather-wr...
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Magick Fusager Cloisonné Jewelry
2008-05-30 15:40:00
What is Cloisonné? Cloisonné is an enameling technique that uses wire to form a design. Soft gold wires are hand-cut and bent with tweezers into various designs. Each piece of wire is transferred to a silver disk that has been engraved to reflect light. The gold wires are fused onto the disk using clear enamel. Next comes the enamel, which is glass that has been ground into a consistency similar to fine sand. Oxides are added to create permanent colors.Abundance I Cloisonné PendantThis 24k gold cloisonné has been set in 14k yellow gold w/diamonds. Often thought of as having abundance of material things, however, Abundance comes in many forms. These designs are a reflection of a state of being, where one has abundance in all areas of life, including love, intimacy, friendship, and beauty.Falcher Fusager was born and raised in Denmark . As a teenager, he spent much of his free time painting, using traditional oil glazing techniques (applying multiple layers of transparent oil paints o...
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Vera Wang Fashions
2008-05-30 00:00:00
Vera Wang was raised in an affluent family and attended The Chapin School, as well as the Sorbonne in Paris. As a girl, she trained as a figure skater, and competed at the 1968 U.S. Figure Skating Championships. She was featured in Sports Illustrated's Faces in the Crowd in their January 8, 1968 issue. When she failed to make the U.S. Olympic team, she entered the fashion industry.Vera Wang Lavender Label:Delphinium Strapless GownDraped with a dramatic bow detail at the top, this Empire frock in crinkled silk charmeuse makes a statement.? Asymmetrical bodice ? Back zip closure ? Long gathered skirt ? About 46" from waist to hem$850Striped Silk DressSilver/black stripes; allover sequins. ? Clear rhinestone detail on right shoulder. ? Scoop neckline; low back.? Sleeveless. ? Back zip.? Pure silk.$865Simply Vera for Kohl's Signature Pendant18k Gold over Sterling Silver, you'll love the instant charm this pendant adds to any outfit.? Logo pendant offers a sweet, signature look....
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Fashion Trend: The Sheath Dress
2008-05-29 22:00:00
Definition of a Sheath Dress Elegant, feminine and practical, the sheath dress is defined by a figure-hugging silhouette with a well-defined waist, that usually is cut mid-calf or shorter. Sheath dresses may be designed with or without sleeves, and are typically most flattering on toned, hour-glass figures. It is often made of a very light and thin material like cotton or silk.JS Collections Print Laser Cut DressA gorgeous dress is even more intriguing when it's laser cut and fashioned into a sheath silhouette. Matching shawl gives pretty coverage.? Padded bodice.? Polyester/spandex.? Nonadjustable spaghetti straps.? Back zip with hook-and-eye closure.? Approx. length from shoulder to hem: 40"$188A sheath dress is suitable for cocktail parties or formal events. It may have darts at the breast and curve slightly inward at the waist in order to suggest the form and curve of a woman?s body. It's normally worn without a belt, but some modern sheath dresses are belted, and may feat...
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