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Tuesday, August 31, 2010
Isabel Toledo for Payless
I've long awaited the debut of Isabel Toledo's shoe collection for Payless. Just her name alone, evokes thoughts of fabulously unique offerings, whatever the design. This collection is no exception, and should prove to be a big hit among shoppers.
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Wedges For Spring
Joie’s blush suede lace-up wedge bootie; Diane Von Furstenberg’s espadrille with leather ankle tie.
80%20's printed canvas and cork geisha wedge; Bettye Muller's ikat-print espadrille; Farylrobin's leather-wrapped abstract-print wedge.
Claudia Ciuti’s leopard-print wedge sandal; Rock & Republic’s leather-wrapped wedge with screw studs; Modern Vintage’s snakeskin mule with woven trim.
Designers are offering up fun and flirty options for girls on the go this season. Some of the most noteworthy
trends at FN Platform included rosy-hued nudes, printed canvas and fresh takes on the sculpted wedge.
(WWD)
The pairs featured in picture three are like music to the soul!
Resort 2011 Accessories Trend: Utilitarian
(Designer information not included in article)
Clockwise from top right: 3.1 Phillip Lim necklaces with Swarovski pearls; Meredith Wendell bangles; Celine tote; Yves Saint Laurent’s calfskin and raffia wedge sandal, and Roger Vivier clutch.
Once relegated to tool kits and tarps, canvas, the most practical of fabrics, gets a major shot of chic for resort.
(WWD)
A few of the "neutrals & the naturals," very nice. I especially love the Dsquared tote.
Monday, August 30, 2010
"Better In Leather?"
Diane Von Furstenberg
Joseph
Thomas Wylde
Lee Angel
Chloe
Vanessa Bruno Athe
Tibi (netaporter.com)
I'm going to offer a resounding yes to my own question! I've always had a sort of love/hate relationship with leather clothing. I will admit to owning leather pants in the eighties and nineties, but I just couldn't do the whole "set thing." You know the the skirt and jacket with the nipped waist and padded shoulders....it just didn't work for my particular look. My personal opinion is, that leather is better in small doses instead of head to toe...handbags and shoes of course, are the exception. Fast forward to NOW, and I'm lovin the leather trend! The idea of a frilly, feminine blouse with leather shorts or a leather skirt softens the look and makes it so much more appealing. The two items that I'm COMPLETELY taken with, is the Diane Von Furstenberg dress and the Joseph pants. Both caught my eye due to their amazing detail! I'll definitely add a couple of leather pieces for the upcoming season.
"Heat Up the Night"
Jill Flint, Actress
Working on: USA’s Royal Pains
Looking forward to: “Going on vacation for the first time in years! And who doesn’t love fall in New York?”
Diane von Furstenberg for 22 Ways to Say Black. High jewelry diamond bracelet, Bulgari (price on request). 730 Fifth Ave.; bulgari.com. Empress bracelet, Bernard K. Passman Galleries ($80,000). Viewpoint, 10 E. 38th St.; vpnyc.com. Swinging circles ring, Yael Sonia ($9,440). 922 Madison Ave.; yaelsonia.com.br. Micro pavé black diamond ring, Dyanne Belle ($8,000). Fragments, 116 Prince St.; fragments.com. T-strap sandals, Gucci ($775). 840 Madison Ave.; gucci.com
Jared Scott, Filmmaker/Musician
Working on: Producing The Fight for Our Lives, a documentary unveiling the American political process, and recording Wake Up, a new album with his band, In Cadeo
Looking forward to: “The Fight for Our Lives’ release in late October, when people are about to hit the polls for the midterm elections. Also, starting a new environmental documentary, Power.”
Twitter: “I don’t want any followers.”
Black tuxedo, Dior Homme ($2,900). 17 E. 57th St.; diorhomme.com. Pleated tuxedo shirt, Brioni ($595). 57 E. 57th St.; brioni.com. Bow tie, Isaia ($195). Saks Fifth Avenue, 611 Fifth Ave.; saks.com. White linen pocket square, J.Crew ($42). 484 Broadway; jcrew.com. Watch, Glashütte ($28,000). Wempe, 700 Fifth Ave.; wempe.com. Patent leather tuxedo shoes, Zilli ($1,100). 57 E. 57th St; zilli.fr
Kelly Choi, Emmy award-winning producer/TV host/Food reporter
Working on: “A kids’ restaurants episode of my show, Very Appetizing with Kelly Choi.”
Looking forward to: Traveling to Morocco and Hawaii
Twitter: @kellychoi
3.1 Phillip Lim for 22 Ways to Say Black. Earrings, Irit ($9,500). iritdesign.com. Black diamond cuff, Bochic ($37,500). bochic.com. Caged Coral ring, Sarah Graham ($8,160). Fragments, 116 Prince St.; fragments.com. Serpente ring, Bulgari (5,700). 730 Fifth Ave.; bulgari.com. Black and gold sandals, Gianfranco Ferré (price on request). gianfrancoferre.com
Michael Bargo, Interior Designer
Working on: “Designing my first furniture collection and doing a commercial project as well.”
Looking forward to: “Fall in New York is always my favorite time of year. I find it to be the most inspiring season.”
Navy tuxedo with satin lapels, Prada ($2,775). Similar styles, 724 Fifth Ave.; prada.com. Bow tie, Dolce & Gabbana ($145). 827 Madison Ave.; dolcegabbana.com. Tuxedo shirt with bib, Canali ($350). 25 Broad St.; canali.it. Silk pocket square, Brioni ($90). 57 E. 57th St.; brioni.com. Watch, Cartier ($19,450). 653 Fifth Ave.; cartier.com
Nicholas Hunt, Photographer
Working on: “A culture gentrification project with friends from around the world. I’m also moving to Saint Martin for a bit to work on my portfolio in the hopes of one day becoming a National Geographic photographer.”
Looking forward to: The start of Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week at Lincoln Center
Black tuxedo with velvet trim, Louis Vuitton ($2,808). 1 E. 57th St.; louisvuitton.com. White shirt, Express ($60). 7 W. 34th St.; express.com. Velvet bow tie, Giorgio Armani ($225). 717 Fifth Ave.; giorgioarmani.com. Silk dot pocket square, Perry Ellis Portfolio ($29.50). Macy’s, 151 W. 34th St.; macys.com. Cuff-link set, Montblanc ($665). 598 Madison Ave.; montblanc.com. Watch, Patek Philippe ($17,400). Wempe, 700 Fifth Ave.; wempe.com. Socks, DKNY($12). 655 Madison Ave.; dkny.com. Patent leather shoes, Kenneth Cole ($168). 95 Fifth Ave.; kennethcole.com
Damaris Lewis, Model
Working on: “Growing my brand and focusing some energy on acting.”
Looking forward to: “I turn 20 on October 10; I’m very excited to fi nally drop the ‘teen’ off of my age.”
Twitter: @damarislewis
Catherine Malandrino for 22 Ways to Say Black. Black agate earrings, Phillips Frankel ($3,600). Fragments, 116 Prince St.; fragments.com. Parentesi openwork bracelet, Bulgari ($12,700). 730 Fifth Ave.; bulgari.com. One-of-a-kind cocktail ring, Sevan ($42,800). Barneys New York, 660 Madison Ave.; barneys.com. Rose peep-toe heels, Elie Tahari ($498). 417 W. Broadway; elietahari.com
Annabelle Dexter-Jones, Model/Actress
Working on: “Building my acting career.”
Looking forward to: Moving to LA
Twitter at: @abanel
Givenchy for 22 Ways to Say Black. Double ring, Bernard K. Passman Galleries ($150,000). Viewpoint, 10 E. 38th St.; vpnyc.com. Quiet heels, Jimmy Choo ($665). 716 Madison Ave.; jimmychoo.com
Molly Howard, Investment banker/Pizza enthusiast
Working on: “Planning my move to London (just don’t tell my family I’m leaving).”
Looking forward to: “Leigh Rosen’s birthday.”
Twitter: @mollyisadora—“I think I have 10 followers; I mostly use it to communicate with Annabelle when she won’t answer her phone.”
Gianfranco Ferré for 22 Ways to Say Black. Earrings, Janis Savitt ($290). Bergdorf Goodman, 754 Fifth Ave.; bergdorfgoodman.com. Cuff, VBH (price on request). 940 Madison Ave.; vbh-luxury.com. Cartier Love bracelet, Cartier ($3,950). 653 Fifth Ave.; cartier.com. Diamond pavé bangles, Me&Ro ($8,325–$23,850). 241 Elizabeth St.; meandrojewelry.com. Diamond pavé bangles, Padma ($1,925–$4,930). Bergdorf Goodman, SEE ABOVE. Black diamond bracelet, Sethi Couture ($1,225). Fragments, 116 Prince St.; fragments.com. Studded bangle, Mary Louise Designs ($165). Fragments, SEE ABOVE. Ring, Sevan ($20,540). Barneys New York, 660 Madison Ave.; barneys.com. Heels, Christian Louboutin ($2,455). Saks Fifth Avenue, 611 Fifth Ave.; saks.com
Styling by Amanda Weiner and Benjamin Liong Setiawan
Hair by Luca Blandi
Makeup by Anthea King
Special thanks to ABC Carpet & Home
(Gotham-magazine.com)
"Boutique on Wheels"
This is such a fabulous concept! Not the first of it's kind, but still unique in it's own way. What could be better than stepping into a truck or van filled with a bevy of delectable delights!
CLOCKWISE FROM TOP LEFT: Joey Wölffer and Trish Carroll; Straw minaudières from Serpui Marie; Miss Trish flip-flops paired with French minis from Ella Luna; Drawers reveal jewels from around the world.; Display cubes change color depending on Trish and Joey’s mood.
YOU’VE PROBABLY SEEN the leopard-print van cruising around the Hamptons this summer. The brainchild of designers Joey Wölffer and Trish Carroll of Miss Trish of Capri, the extravagant LaSmooch truck is outfitted like a seductive private club that James Bond might have frequented. While there are no hunky mystery men waiting inside, there is an exclusive handpicked selection of clothing and accessories sure to make every lady swoon. With plans to travel around the country to key destinations, from New York’s Fashion Week to Miami’s Art Basel, we’re hopping on for the ride.
How did you conceptualize LaSmooch?
TRISH CARROLL: LaSmooch was an extension of the mobile retailing experiences I created with Miss Trish of Capri in the Hamptons, from the 1967 Malibu Surf Van to the cabana pop-up at the Wölffer farm stand. It’s the ultimate walk-in closet on wheels, combining the excitement of resort shopping and the unique experience of buying something from a treasure trove.
What were your design inspirations?
JOEY WÖLFFER: Our truck is representative of the range of cultures we experienced on our travels. It’s a brilliant mix of luxury and hippie chic from the streets of Paris to Rio’s markets.
How did you bring it to life?
TC: Our interior designer, James Spodnik, has a history of pop-up genius moments and an unbelievable creative eye. He was inspired by James Bond movies, referencing late ’70s and early ’80s private clubs. Who else would put a huge porthole window in the back surrounded by a gold sunburst, zebrawood display units, red lacquered walls and a mirrored gold ceiling?
What’s your preferred mode of transportation?
TC: Riva boat; secondly, a Vespa scooter.
JW: 1999 Chevy Potato Chip truck, of course!
Any favorite new lines?
JW: I love Dassios for the ultimate boho-chic look, Roarke’s Aztec bibs and Lucy Hutchings’ modern silhouettes.
FROM LEFT: Display cubes change color depending on Trish and Joey’s mood; Drawers reveal jewels from around the world.
Name a few must-have fall accessories.
TC: A Michael Kors bright fur, the oversize brass-buckle belt from Céline and a killer Louis Vuitton pointed-toe lady pump.
What’s the secret of your success?
JW: Going against the grain and taking risks. I want to bring individuality and uniqueness to the customer, which keeps them excited and wanting to come back for more.
lasmooch.com
PHOTOGRAPHS BY ZEV STARR-TAMBOR
CLOCKWISE FROM TOP LEFT: Joey Wölffer and Trish Carroll; Straw minaudières from Serpui Marie; Miss Trish flip-flops paired with French minis from Ella Luna; Drawers reveal jewels from around the world.; Display cubes change color depending on Trish and Joey’s mood.
YOU’VE PROBABLY SEEN the leopard-print van cruising around the Hamptons this summer. The brainchild of designers Joey Wölffer and Trish Carroll of Miss Trish of Capri, the extravagant LaSmooch truck is outfitted like a seductive private club that James Bond might have frequented. While there are no hunky mystery men waiting inside, there is an exclusive handpicked selection of clothing and accessories sure to make every lady swoon. With plans to travel around the country to key destinations, from New York’s Fashion Week to Miami’s Art Basel, we’re hopping on for the ride.
How did you conceptualize LaSmooch?
TRISH CARROLL: LaSmooch was an extension of the mobile retailing experiences I created with Miss Trish of Capri in the Hamptons, from the 1967 Malibu Surf Van to the cabana pop-up at the Wölffer farm stand. It’s the ultimate walk-in closet on wheels, combining the excitement of resort shopping and the unique experience of buying something from a treasure trove.
What were your design inspirations?
JOEY WÖLFFER: Our truck is representative of the range of cultures we experienced on our travels. It’s a brilliant mix of luxury and hippie chic from the streets of Paris to Rio’s markets.
How did you bring it to life?
TC: Our interior designer, James Spodnik, has a history of pop-up genius moments and an unbelievable creative eye. He was inspired by James Bond movies, referencing late ’70s and early ’80s private clubs. Who else would put a huge porthole window in the back surrounded by a gold sunburst, zebrawood display units, red lacquered walls and a mirrored gold ceiling?
What’s your preferred mode of transportation?
TC: Riva boat; secondly, a Vespa scooter.
JW: 1999 Chevy Potato Chip truck, of course!
Any favorite new lines?
JW: I love Dassios for the ultimate boho-chic look, Roarke’s Aztec bibs and Lucy Hutchings’ modern silhouettes.
FROM LEFT: Display cubes change color depending on Trish and Joey’s mood; Drawers reveal jewels from around the world.
Name a few must-have fall accessories.
TC: A Michael Kors bright fur, the oversize brass-buckle belt from Céline and a killer Louis Vuitton pointed-toe lady pump.
What’s the secret of your success?
JW: Going against the grain and taking risks. I want to bring individuality and uniqueness to the customer, which keeps them excited and wanting to come back for more.
lasmooch.com
PHOTOGRAPHS BY ZEV STARR-TAMBOR
Designer Spotlight: Dannijo
I was so excited to get some "behind the scenes" information on one of my favorite jewelry lines. I must say, these young ladies are certainly keeping things hot with their big, bold and unique creations!
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COSTUME JEWELRY HAS BECOME as significant an accessory as shoes and handbags, and sisters Danielle and Jodie Snyder have stepped in to offer a fresh perspective with an exuberant, contemporary collection. Falling somewhere between Danielle’s bohemian, rock ’n’ roll aesthetic and Jodie’s classic style, each piece in the Dannijo collection packs a punch.
Like many little girls, Danielle and Jodie grew up playing dress up; unlike most girls, they turned the hobby into a full-blown obsession, borrowing their father’s medical tools to re-create their mother’s jewelry. After the buzz that surrounded their first capsule collection, designed for a nonprofit, the self-taught jewelers built a more comprehensive collection, which was picked up by Bergdorf Goodman. Since then, they have expanded Dannijo by drawing on their love of travel and other cultures. “We’re both very open as designers and appreciate how different cultures incorporate unique materials, textures and designs,” says Jodie.
The sisters’ worldy approach and youthful spirit create a look for a new generation. Appropriately, Danielle looks to pop culture for inspiration. “I’m always inspired by music-festival culture from bygone eras, like Woodstock, to present, like Coachella,” she muses. They also love vintage jewelry, incorporating various materials and colors in their designs. But the fall collection tells their own story, that of “an urban warrior meets world traveler, the story of two sisters set against a global backdrop.” Intermix, 64 Main St., Southampton; dannijo.com
(hamptonsmagazine.com)
COSTUME JEWELRY HAS BECOME as significant an accessory as shoes and handbags, and sisters Danielle and Jodie Snyder have stepped in to offer a fresh perspective with an exuberant, contemporary collection. Falling somewhere between Danielle’s bohemian, rock ’n’ roll aesthetic and Jodie’s classic style, each piece in the Dannijo collection packs a punch.
Like many little girls, Danielle and Jodie grew up playing dress up; unlike most girls, they turned the hobby into a full-blown obsession, borrowing their father’s medical tools to re-create their mother’s jewelry. After the buzz that surrounded their first capsule collection, designed for a nonprofit, the self-taught jewelers built a more comprehensive collection, which was picked up by Bergdorf Goodman. Since then, they have expanded Dannijo by drawing on their love of travel and other cultures. “We’re both very open as designers and appreciate how different cultures incorporate unique materials, textures and designs,” says Jodie.
The sisters’ worldy approach and youthful spirit create a look for a new generation. Appropriately, Danielle looks to pop culture for inspiration. “I’m always inspired by music-festival culture from bygone eras, like Woodstock, to present, like Coachella,” she muses. They also love vintage jewelry, incorporating various materials and colors in their designs. But the fall collection tells their own story, that of “an urban warrior meets world traveler, the story of two sisters set against a global backdrop.” Intermix, 64 Main St., Southampton; dannijo.com
(hamptonsmagazine.com)
Friday, August 27, 2010
Jessica Stam for Rachel Roy
Jessica Stam: From Model to Designer She's walked every runway and inspired Marc Jacobs to name a bag after her. Now, the model casts her sights on the design world with a collection for Rachel Roy.
There's no way to prepare for the shock of seeing Jessica Stam in person. Her trademark blue eyes are so electric that had she been alive during the Salem witch trials, she most certainly would've burned at the stake. World-famous designers and photographers alike have fallen under her spell. Yet, despite the 24-year-old's supermodel status, Stam is just a down-home girl from a farm in Kincardine, Ontario, the lone female among six rowdy brothers. "We had pigs, cows, and chickens—I hadn't seen a fashion magazine until I started modeling," she laughs. But after being discovered at 15 in a Tim Hortons coffee shop, she couldn't get enough of them. "I was really curious about what the industry was about," she says. "So I started flipping through fashion magazines to find out." Between studying clothes in print and wearing them on the runway, it was only a matter of time before the model would try her hand at design.
In 2008, she teamed up with Repetto shoes to create a signature flat and consulted Rag & Bone on its spring 2010 collection. Both projects were stepping stones to Stam's latest undertaking: five wardrobe essentials created with Rachel Roy for the designer's more affordable RACHEL Rachel Roy line at Macy's. Debuting this month, the collection captures the essence of a cool downtown girl. A chain-strap navy bucket bag and cozy gingham knit cardigan showcase the "nautical meets distressed military" vibe Stam was aiming for. "I had full creative control," she says. "But Rachel really stressed that whatever I made should be something I'd want to see my friends in." Since she has nearly 100,000 (and counting) followers on Twitter, something tells us Stam's close friends won't be the only ones racing to snag her designs. Could this be the launching pad for her own label? "No comment," she answers coyly. We'll go ahead and get our hopes up.
Top, $4,600, Lanvin; skirt, $29.95, H&M; bag, $199, Jessica Stam for RACHEL Rachel Roy; necklace, $58, Marc by Marc Jacobs; bracelet, $680, Giles&Brother by Philip Crangi.
Jacket, $4,445, Balenciaga by Nicolas Ghesquière; sweater, $330, Isabel Marant; safety-pin necklace, $58, bow necklace, $118, Marc by Marc Jacobs; thin chain necklace, $2,000, Annette Ferdinandsen. On eyes: CoverGirl LiquiLine Blast Eye Liner in Silver Spark and Maybelline New York Eye Studio Quad in Taupe Temptress.
Vest, $2,500, Thomas Wylde; dress, $1,995, Burberry Prorsum; bodysuit, $168, Tigerlily; belt, $49, Jessica Stam for RACHEL Rachel Roy; fringe necklace, $4,965, Chanel; turquoise stone necklace, $2,000, Annette Ferdinandsen; bird pendant necklace, $370, Shourouk made with Swarovski Elements; cuff, $745, J Dauphin; medallion bracelet, $420, Oscar de la Renta; black ring, $3,985, crystal ring, price upon request, Kara Ross NY.
Dress, $2,500, Yves Saint Laurent; skirt, $3,135, Miu Miu; belt, $49, Jessica Stam for RACHEL Rachel Roy; fur bracelet, $700, Louis Vuitton; gold bracelets, $595 each, Yves Saint Laurent; pinecone necklace, $630, Annette Ferdinandsen; lion pendant necklaces, $1,375 each, Helen Ficalora; dagger necklace, $185, Ransoun; dinosaur necklace, $120, Candace Ang. On face: Chanel Sheer Illuminating Fluid.
Vest, $3,350, Miu Miu; tank, $29, American Rag; skirt, $610, Just Cavalli; bag, $199, Jessica Stam for RACHEL Rachel Roy; short necklaces, $1,570 & $1,925, Annette Ferdinandsen; long necklace, $710, Helen Ficalora; bracelet, $1,865, Lanvin; brown ring, $120, HappyLand; gray ring, $95, Kara by Kara Ross; black ring, price upon request, Chanel.
Sweater, $99, Jessica Stam for RACHEL Rachel Roy; top, $115, Enza Costa; pants, $1,595, Balenciaga by Nicolas Ghesquière; silver wrap ring, $460, Iosselliani; spiked ring, price upon request, Chanel
Black shirt, $490, Proenza Schouler; crystal vest, price upon request, Roberto Cavalli; sheer top, $1,440, Alberta Ferretti; jeans, $89, Jessica Stam for RACHEL Rachel Roy; bra, Stam's own; shoes, $1,095, Christian Louboutin; bag, $5,000, Dior; short necklaces, $310 & $1,585, Ten Thousand Things; long necklace, $700, Matina Amanita; spiked ring, price upon request, Chanel; round ring, $240, Fendi.
Photographer: David Roemer
(marieclaire.com)
CLOCKWISE FROM LEFT: Veronica bag, Marc Jacobs ($14,900). 163 Mercer St.; marcjacobs.com. Pump, Louis Vuitton ($9,920). 611 Fifth Ave.; louisvuitton.com. Collier de Chien cuffs, Hermès ($1,650 each). 691 Madison Ave.; hermes.com
(gotham-magazine.com)
ON TALLYTA: Dress, Catherine Malandrino ($1,350). Saks Jandel, 5510 Wisconsin Ave., Chevy Chase, 301-652- 2250. Earrings, Tiffany & Co. ($34,500). The Collection at Chevy Chase; tiffany.com. Necklace, Jorge Adeler ($7,293). Adeler Jewelers, 772-E Walker Road, Great Falls; adelerjewelers.com. B.Zero1 bracelet, Bulgari ($8,350). The Collection at Chevy Chase; bulgari.com. Clutch, Chanel ($1,950). Tysons Galleria; chanel.com
ON STEPHAN: Vest, Isaia ($780). Saks Fifth Avenue Men’s Store, Mazza Gallerie; saksfifthavenue.com. Shirt, Brunello Cucinelli ($495). Neiman Marcus, Mazza Gallerie; neimanmarcus.com. Pants, Canali ($295). Nordstrom, The Fashion Centre at Pentagon City; nordstrom.com. Tie, Paul Smith ($135). Barneys Co-op, The Collection at Chevy Chase; barneys.com. Atlas watch, Tiffany & Co. ($6,900). The Shops at Fairfax Square; tiffany.com. Blazer (on lap), Dunhill ($1,795). Visit dunhill.com.
ON STEPHAN: Shirt, Dunhill ($270). Visit dunhill.com. Pants, Dior Homme ($560). Saks Fifth Avenue Men’s Store, Mazza Gallerie; saksfifthavenue.com
ON TALLYTA: Dress, Lanvin ($1,770). Saks Jandel, 5510 Wisconsin Ave., Chevy Chase, 301-652-2250. Arabesque earrings, Pomellato ($4,020). Saks Fifth Avenue, Tysons Galleria; saksfifthavenue.com. Carved Cable bracelets, David Yurman ($650 each). Tysons Galleria; davidyurman.com. Hyacinth ring, Swarovski ($240). Union Station, 50 Massachusetts Ave. NE; swarovski.com
ON TALLYTA: Belted dress, Oscar de la Renta ($2,190). Neiman Marcus, Mazza Gallerie; neimanmarcus.com. Earrings ($32,330) and necklace ($56,000), Jorge Adeler. Adeler Jewelers, 772-E Walker Road, Great Falls; adelerjewelers.com. Individual 10 tights, Wolford ($46). Tysons Galleria; wolford.com. Supercharged booties, Brian Atwood ($930). Intermix, 3222 M St. NW; intermixonline.com. Bag, Z Spoke by Zac Posen ($525). Saks Fifth Avenue, Tysons Galleria; saksfifthavenue.com
ON STEPHAN: Blazer ($1,995), pants ($1,250), shirt ($1,095), bow tie ($225) and shoes ($545), Giorgio Armani. Visit giorgioarmani.com. Eyeglasses, Yves Saint Laurent ($213). Apex Optical, 4200 Wisconsin Ave. NW, 202-244-1308
ON STEPHAN: Shirt, Gucci ($1,750). The Collection at Chevy Chase; gucci.com. Pants, Burberry London ($295). 1155 Connecticut Ave. NW; burberry.com
ON TALLYTA: Dress, Bottega Veneta ($7,300). Tysons Galleria; bottegaveneta.com. Capri earrings, Pomellato ($6,900). Saks Fifth Avenue, Tysons Galleria; saksfifthavenue.com. Power bag, Swarovski ($850). Union Station, 50 Massachusetts Ave. NE; swarovski.com. Lipstick and compact, stylist’s own
ON STEPHAN: Mainline blazer, Paul Smith ($1,475). Barneys Co-op, The Collection at Chevy Chase; barneys.com. Turtleneck, Dior Homme ($750). Saks Fifth Avenue Men’s Store, Mazza Gallerie; saksfifthavenue.com. Pants, Prada ($595). Visit prada.com. Ayer Scribe loafers, Bally ($795). Tysons Galleria; bally.com
ON TALLYTA: Blouse, Marc Jacobs ($595). Neiman Marcus, Tysons Galleria; neimanmarcus.com. Bra, La Perla ($171). Neiman Marcus, Mazza Gallerie; neimanmarcus.com. Pants, Zac Posen (price on request). Visit zacposen.com. Oval cocktail watch, Tiffany & Co. ($12,600). The Collection at Chevy Chase; tiffany.com. Tribtoo pumps, Yves Saint Laurent ($795). Saks Jandel, 5510 Wisconsin Ave., Chevy Chase, 301-652-2250
Cardigan, Chanel ($1,670). Tysons Galleria; chanel.com. Venezia bodysuit, Wolford ($330). Tysons Galleria; wolford.com. Earrings, Jorge Adeler ($4,992). Adeler Jewelers, 772-E Walker Road, Great Falls; adelerjewelers.com. Skirt, Yves Saint Laurent ($990). Saks Jandel, 5510 Wisconsin Ave., Chevy Chase, 301-652- 2250
Shot on location at The Hay-Adams hotel
Styling by Stella Lee for stellaleestylist.com
Models: Tallyta (Wilhelmina Models) and Stephan (Q Management)
Makeup by Victoria Stiles at Zenobia Agency using Obsessive Compulsive Cosmetics
Hair by Warren B for warrenbeautiful.com
Stylist’s Assistant: Alexandra Christie
Special thanks to Jenny Niesen and Doug Camp at The Hay-Adams Hotel
Fashion Editor: Benjamin Liong Setiawan
(capitolfile-magazine.com)
Wool and fur embroidered top ($5,300), wool miniskirt ($1,720), silk miniskirt ($2,150) and Anastasia boots ($3,080), Louis Vuitton. Copley Place; louisvuitton.com. Shesham folding bistro table ($295) and Shesham folding bistro chair ($195), Mohr & McPherson. 460 Harrison Ave.; mohr-mcpherson.com
Dress, Marchesa ($3,960). Neiman Marcus, Copley Place; neimanmarcus.com. Hypnose choker, Cartier ($38,500). 40 Newbury St.; cartier.com. Ildiko Henry David Thoreau necklace, Jeanine Payer ($750). Quadrum Gallery, The Mall at Chestnut Hill; quadrumgallery.com. Simona shoes, DKNY ($495). 37 Newbury St.; dkny.com. Socks, stylist’s own. Redsmith dining chair, Anthropologie ($198). 799 Boylston St.; anthropologie.com
Earl sweater, Dior ($7,200). Copley Place; dior.com. Rose-gold and rock-crystal ring ($2,940) and Tango ring ($11,070), Pomellato. Quadrum Gallery, The Mall at Chestnut Hill; quadrumgallery.com
Meringue jacket, Diane von Furstenberg ($795). 73 Newbury St.; dvf.com. Embroidered leather pants, Valentino ($4,750). 47 Newbury St.; valentino.com. Swarovski-studded booties, Giuseppe Zanotti Design ($1,095). Copley Place; giuseppezanottidesign.com
Tuxedo jacket, Moschino Cheap and Chic ($1,295). Saks Fifth Avenue, The Shops at Prudential Center; saks.com. Gangster bra ($170) and Cendrillon brief ($140), Agent Provocateur. 123 Newbury St.; agentprovocateur.com. Icare pants, Dior ($1,300). Copley Place; dior.com
Angella gown, Nirva ($2,000). Stil, The Mall at Chestnut Hill; stilinc.com. Starlight ring, David Yurman ($2,600). Copley Place; davidyurman.com. Panthère de Cartier ring, Cartier ($9,475). 40 Newbury St.; cartier.com.
Orion Dust jacket ($3,650) and Bubbles jumpsuit ($1,140), Issey Miyake. isseymiyake.com. Embellished belt, Express ($45). The Shops at Prudential Center; express.com. Gold and diamond Cable ring, Charriol (price on request). Ross-Simons, The Shops at Prudential Center; ross-simons.com. Onyx bear ring, Tous ($199). The Mall at Chestnut Hill; tous-shop.com
Photographs by Jessica Scott
Styling by Lauri Eisenberg
Hair and makeup by Luis Guillermo at Artists by Timothy Priano
Model: Barbara Fialho (Elite Model Management)
Styling assistance by Lora Schlein
On-set production by Renee Fletcher
Shot on location at the Boston Public Garden and the Kelleher Rose Garden
Special thanks to the Boston Parks Commission,
Stephanie’s on Newbury and The Lenox
(Bostoncommon-magazine.com)
There's no way to prepare for the shock of seeing Jessica Stam in person. Her trademark blue eyes are so electric that had she been alive during the Salem witch trials, she most certainly would've burned at the stake. World-famous designers and photographers alike have fallen under her spell. Yet, despite the 24-year-old's supermodel status, Stam is just a down-home girl from a farm in Kincardine, Ontario, the lone female among six rowdy brothers. "We had pigs, cows, and chickens—I hadn't seen a fashion magazine until I started modeling," she laughs. But after being discovered at 15 in a Tim Hortons coffee shop, she couldn't get enough of them. "I was really curious about what the industry was about," she says. "So I started flipping through fashion magazines to find out." Between studying clothes in print and wearing them on the runway, it was only a matter of time before the model would try her hand at design.
In 2008, she teamed up with Repetto shoes to create a signature flat and consulted Rag & Bone on its spring 2010 collection. Both projects were stepping stones to Stam's latest undertaking: five wardrobe essentials created with Rachel Roy for the designer's more affordable RACHEL Rachel Roy line at Macy's. Debuting this month, the collection captures the essence of a cool downtown girl. A chain-strap navy bucket bag and cozy gingham knit cardigan showcase the "nautical meets distressed military" vibe Stam was aiming for. "I had full creative control," she says. "But Rachel really stressed that whatever I made should be something I'd want to see my friends in." Since she has nearly 100,000 (and counting) followers on Twitter, something tells us Stam's close friends won't be the only ones racing to snag her designs. Could this be the launching pad for her own label? "No comment," she answers coyly. We'll go ahead and get our hopes up.
Top, $4,600, Lanvin; skirt, $29.95, H&M; bag, $199, Jessica Stam for RACHEL Rachel Roy; necklace, $58, Marc by Marc Jacobs; bracelet, $680, Giles&Brother by Philip Crangi.
Jacket, $4,445, Balenciaga by Nicolas Ghesquière; sweater, $330, Isabel Marant; safety-pin necklace, $58, bow necklace, $118, Marc by Marc Jacobs; thin chain necklace, $2,000, Annette Ferdinandsen. On eyes: CoverGirl LiquiLine Blast Eye Liner in Silver Spark and Maybelline New York Eye Studio Quad in Taupe Temptress.
Vest, $2,500, Thomas Wylde; dress, $1,995, Burberry Prorsum; bodysuit, $168, Tigerlily; belt, $49, Jessica Stam for RACHEL Rachel Roy; fringe necklace, $4,965, Chanel; turquoise stone necklace, $2,000, Annette Ferdinandsen; bird pendant necklace, $370, Shourouk made with Swarovski Elements; cuff, $745, J Dauphin; medallion bracelet, $420, Oscar de la Renta; black ring, $3,985, crystal ring, price upon request, Kara Ross NY.
Dress, $2,500, Yves Saint Laurent; skirt, $3,135, Miu Miu; belt, $49, Jessica Stam for RACHEL Rachel Roy; fur bracelet, $700, Louis Vuitton; gold bracelets, $595 each, Yves Saint Laurent; pinecone necklace, $630, Annette Ferdinandsen; lion pendant necklaces, $1,375 each, Helen Ficalora; dagger necklace, $185, Ransoun; dinosaur necklace, $120, Candace Ang. On face: Chanel Sheer Illuminating Fluid.
Vest, $3,350, Miu Miu; tank, $29, American Rag; skirt, $610, Just Cavalli; bag, $199, Jessica Stam for RACHEL Rachel Roy; short necklaces, $1,570 & $1,925, Annette Ferdinandsen; long necklace, $710, Helen Ficalora; bracelet, $1,865, Lanvin; brown ring, $120, HappyLand; gray ring, $95, Kara by Kara Ross; black ring, price upon request, Chanel.
Sweater, $99, Jessica Stam for RACHEL Rachel Roy; top, $115, Enza Costa; pants, $1,595, Balenciaga by Nicolas Ghesquière; silver wrap ring, $460, Iosselliani; spiked ring, price upon request, Chanel
Black shirt, $490, Proenza Schouler; crystal vest, price upon request, Roberto Cavalli; sheer top, $1,440, Alberta Ferretti; jeans, $89, Jessica Stam for RACHEL Rachel Roy; bra, Stam's own; shoes, $1,095, Christian Louboutin; bag, $5,000, Dior; short necklaces, $310 & $1,585, Ten Thousand Things; long necklace, $700, Matina Amanita; spiked ring, price upon request, Chanel; round ring, $240, Fendi.
Photographer: David Roemer
(marieclaire.com)
Gisele for Ebel Watches
The September issue of Harper’s Bazaar UK features a cover story starring Gisele Bündchen, “supermodel, businesswoman, eco-campaigner”, as well as devoted young mother and the unmistakable face of Ebel around the world…
(luxuo.com)
Gisele is absolutely amazing....I love the minimal makeup look.
(luxuo.com)
Gisele is absolutely amazing....I love the minimal makeup look.
Wednesday, August 25, 2010
Sophisticated Lady
CLOCKWISE FROM LEFT: Veronica bag, Marc Jacobs ($14,900). 163 Mercer St.; marcjacobs.com. Pump, Louis Vuitton ($9,920). 611 Fifth Ave.; louisvuitton.com. Collier de Chien cuffs, Hermès ($1,650 each). 691 Madison Ave.; hermes.com
(gotham-magazine.com)
"Love In The Afternoon"
ON TALLYTA: Dress, Catherine Malandrino ($1,350). Saks Jandel, 5510 Wisconsin Ave., Chevy Chase, 301-652- 2250. Earrings, Tiffany & Co. ($34,500). The Collection at Chevy Chase; tiffany.com. Necklace, Jorge Adeler ($7,293). Adeler Jewelers, 772-E Walker Road, Great Falls; adelerjewelers.com. B.Zero1 bracelet, Bulgari ($8,350). The Collection at Chevy Chase; bulgari.com. Clutch, Chanel ($1,950). Tysons Galleria; chanel.com
ON STEPHAN: Vest, Isaia ($780). Saks Fifth Avenue Men’s Store, Mazza Gallerie; saksfifthavenue.com. Shirt, Brunello Cucinelli ($495). Neiman Marcus, Mazza Gallerie; neimanmarcus.com. Pants, Canali ($295). Nordstrom, The Fashion Centre at Pentagon City; nordstrom.com. Tie, Paul Smith ($135). Barneys Co-op, The Collection at Chevy Chase; barneys.com. Atlas watch, Tiffany & Co. ($6,900). The Shops at Fairfax Square; tiffany.com. Blazer (on lap), Dunhill ($1,795). Visit dunhill.com.
ON STEPHAN: Shirt, Dunhill ($270). Visit dunhill.com. Pants, Dior Homme ($560). Saks Fifth Avenue Men’s Store, Mazza Gallerie; saksfifthavenue.com
ON TALLYTA: Dress, Lanvin ($1,770). Saks Jandel, 5510 Wisconsin Ave., Chevy Chase, 301-652-2250. Arabesque earrings, Pomellato ($4,020). Saks Fifth Avenue, Tysons Galleria; saksfifthavenue.com. Carved Cable bracelets, David Yurman ($650 each). Tysons Galleria; davidyurman.com. Hyacinth ring, Swarovski ($240). Union Station, 50 Massachusetts Ave. NE; swarovski.com
ON TALLYTA: Belted dress, Oscar de la Renta ($2,190). Neiman Marcus, Mazza Gallerie; neimanmarcus.com. Earrings ($32,330) and necklace ($56,000), Jorge Adeler. Adeler Jewelers, 772-E Walker Road, Great Falls; adelerjewelers.com. Individual 10 tights, Wolford ($46). Tysons Galleria; wolford.com. Supercharged booties, Brian Atwood ($930). Intermix, 3222 M St. NW; intermixonline.com. Bag, Z Spoke by Zac Posen ($525). Saks Fifth Avenue, Tysons Galleria; saksfifthavenue.com
ON STEPHAN: Blazer ($1,995), pants ($1,250), shirt ($1,095), bow tie ($225) and shoes ($545), Giorgio Armani. Visit giorgioarmani.com. Eyeglasses, Yves Saint Laurent ($213). Apex Optical, 4200 Wisconsin Ave. NW, 202-244-1308
ON STEPHAN: Shirt, Gucci ($1,750). The Collection at Chevy Chase; gucci.com. Pants, Burberry London ($295). 1155 Connecticut Ave. NW; burberry.com
ON TALLYTA: Dress, Bottega Veneta ($7,300). Tysons Galleria; bottegaveneta.com. Capri earrings, Pomellato ($6,900). Saks Fifth Avenue, Tysons Galleria; saksfifthavenue.com. Power bag, Swarovski ($850). Union Station, 50 Massachusetts Ave. NE; swarovski.com. Lipstick and compact, stylist’s own
ON STEPHAN: Mainline blazer, Paul Smith ($1,475). Barneys Co-op, The Collection at Chevy Chase; barneys.com. Turtleneck, Dior Homme ($750). Saks Fifth Avenue Men’s Store, Mazza Gallerie; saksfifthavenue.com. Pants, Prada ($595). Visit prada.com. Ayer Scribe loafers, Bally ($795). Tysons Galleria; bally.com
ON TALLYTA: Blouse, Marc Jacobs ($595). Neiman Marcus, Tysons Galleria; neimanmarcus.com. Bra, La Perla ($171). Neiman Marcus, Mazza Gallerie; neimanmarcus.com. Pants, Zac Posen (price on request). Visit zacposen.com. Oval cocktail watch, Tiffany & Co. ($12,600). The Collection at Chevy Chase; tiffany.com. Tribtoo pumps, Yves Saint Laurent ($795). Saks Jandel, 5510 Wisconsin Ave., Chevy Chase, 301-652-2250
Cardigan, Chanel ($1,670). Tysons Galleria; chanel.com. Venezia bodysuit, Wolford ($330). Tysons Galleria; wolford.com. Earrings, Jorge Adeler ($4,992). Adeler Jewelers, 772-E Walker Road, Great Falls; adelerjewelers.com. Skirt, Yves Saint Laurent ($990). Saks Jandel, 5510 Wisconsin Ave., Chevy Chase, 301-652- 2250
Shot on location at The Hay-Adams hotel
Styling by Stella Lee for stellaleestylist.com
Models: Tallyta (Wilhelmina Models) and Stephan (Q Management)
Makeup by Victoria Stiles at Zenobia Agency using Obsessive Compulsive Cosmetics
Hair by Warren B for warrenbeautiful.com
Stylist’s Assistant: Alexandra Christie
Special thanks to Jenny Niesen and Doug Camp at The Hay-Adams Hotel
Fashion Editor: Benjamin Liong Setiawan
(capitolfile-magazine.com)
Tuesday, August 24, 2010
"Garden Of Dreams"
Wool and fur embroidered top ($5,300), wool miniskirt ($1,720), silk miniskirt ($2,150) and Anastasia boots ($3,080), Louis Vuitton. Copley Place; louisvuitton.com. Shesham folding bistro table ($295) and Shesham folding bistro chair ($195), Mohr & McPherson. 460 Harrison Ave.; mohr-mcpherson.com
Dress, Marchesa ($3,960). Neiman Marcus, Copley Place; neimanmarcus.com. Hypnose choker, Cartier ($38,500). 40 Newbury St.; cartier.com. Ildiko Henry David Thoreau necklace, Jeanine Payer ($750). Quadrum Gallery, The Mall at Chestnut Hill; quadrumgallery.com. Simona shoes, DKNY ($495). 37 Newbury St.; dkny.com. Socks, stylist’s own. Redsmith dining chair, Anthropologie ($198). 799 Boylston St.; anthropologie.com
Earl sweater, Dior ($7,200). Copley Place; dior.com. Rose-gold and rock-crystal ring ($2,940) and Tango ring ($11,070), Pomellato. Quadrum Gallery, The Mall at Chestnut Hill; quadrumgallery.com
Meringue jacket, Diane von Furstenberg ($795). 73 Newbury St.; dvf.com. Embroidered leather pants, Valentino ($4,750). 47 Newbury St.; valentino.com. Swarovski-studded booties, Giuseppe Zanotti Design ($1,095). Copley Place; giuseppezanottidesign.com
Tuxedo jacket, Moschino Cheap and Chic ($1,295). Saks Fifth Avenue, The Shops at Prudential Center; saks.com. Gangster bra ($170) and Cendrillon brief ($140), Agent Provocateur. 123 Newbury St.; agentprovocateur.com. Icare pants, Dior ($1,300). Copley Place; dior.com
Angella gown, Nirva ($2,000). Stil, The Mall at Chestnut Hill; stilinc.com. Starlight ring, David Yurman ($2,600). Copley Place; davidyurman.com. Panthère de Cartier ring, Cartier ($9,475). 40 Newbury St.; cartier.com.
Orion Dust jacket ($3,650) and Bubbles jumpsuit ($1,140), Issey Miyake. isseymiyake.com. Embellished belt, Express ($45). The Shops at Prudential Center; express.com. Gold and diamond Cable ring, Charriol (price on request). Ross-Simons, The Shops at Prudential Center; ross-simons.com. Onyx bear ring, Tous ($199). The Mall at Chestnut Hill; tous-shop.com
Photographs by Jessica Scott
Styling by Lauri Eisenberg
Hair and makeup by Luis Guillermo at Artists by Timothy Priano
Model: Barbara Fialho (Elite Model Management)
Styling assistance by Lora Schlein
On-set production by Renee Fletcher
Shot on location at the Boston Public Garden and the Kelleher Rose Garden
Special thanks to the Boston Parks Commission,
Stephanie’s on Newbury and The Lenox
(Bostoncommon-magazine.com)