Eclectic Jewelry and Fashion: October 2010

A Touch of YSL
Everyone from Marc Jacobs to Jil Sander's Raf Simons riffed on Yves Saint Laurent's oeuvre this season. But the competition didn't seem to scare the guy who inherited the house of YSL six years ago: Stefano Pilati. The proof is in this bold, deeply ruffled peasant dress.

Something White
As we put it during the New York collections, white is the new camel. The smartest way to wear the non-color is a dress, which makes Francisco Costa's Calvin Klein Collection a good place to go first. Minimalism's main man had no less than ten white frocks on his runway.

A Crazy Print
Monkeys at Prada. Citrus fruit at Stella McCartney. It's staring us in the face: Spring is a season of wacky prints. A sartorial gamble? Maybe. But Mary Katrantzou's dresses, with their digital renderings of Architectural Digest interiors, are worth betting the house on.

The New Length
Below-the-knee hems were big news again on the catwalk. On the street? That remains to be seen, but if anyone can convince real women to wear the challenging length, it's Narciso Rodriguez, who turned out one of his freshest collections in seasons.

A Hit of Color
Several designers argued for color; Gucci's Frida Giannini made a convincing case for wearing it in fearless combinations. Emerald blazer, turquoise button-down, and purple pants? Absolutely, but only if you pull it all together with a bronze python belt.

A Shirt Borrowed From the Boys
Among the countless white shirts on the runways (Akris, Viktor & Rolf, etc.), Dries Van Noten's crisp henley gets our nod for its generous proportions. Just add a tuxedo jacket and some swagger.

Sheer, Not Shock
Unless you're the kind of girl who has millions of Little Monsters following you on Twitter, last Spring's innerwear-as-outerwear trend might have been a tough fit with your lifestyle. Perhaps the demure lace dresses at Valentino will be more your thing?

Trouser Jeans
Last season's skinny flares have been replaced by high-waisted, wide-legged trousers. Think you've seen those before? Think again. This time around, stiff cottons have been replaced by easy, fluid fabrics like this flow-y denim at Derek Lam.

A Platform Wedge
What to wear with all the seventies-influenced clothes on the runways? Platform wedges, of course. We saw them at Marc Jacobs and Chanel, but the color-blocked styles at Fendi were our favorites.

An Envelope Bag
One part portfolio, another part briefcase, Celine's oversize envelope clutch has serious It potential. Other than the obvious Phoebe Philo factor, it has another thing going for it—it's just big enough for an iPad.

(style.com)

Monday, October 25, 2010

Poillotstatus

I ran across this fabulous line of rings this weekend and just had to share them! All are encrusted with brilliant Swarovski crystals.

(kirnazabete.com)

Isaac Mizrahi's Guide To Fall

“The classic trench is a musthave, and nothing is better than a tailored khaki or fuchsia coat.”

Sonia by Sonia Rykiel

2. “I am tired of seeing five-inch heels! I think lower heels are refreshing… and they’ll totally update your wardrobe.”

Jimmy Choo

3. “Incorporating some type of floral into your wardrobe for fall will keep it fresh. Look for darker patterns or reds.”

Notte by Marchesa

4. “I love tweeds for fall. Whether it’s a metallic or brown tweed, you just can’t go wrong.”

Diane Von Furstenberg

Photo of Isaac Mizrahi: Harpers Bazaar
Article: Philadelphia Style magazine
Clothing & Accessories: netaporter.com

"Monte Carlo Nights"

Shawl-collar tuxedo, Saks Fifth Avenue Men’s Collection ($995). Saks Fifth Avenue, The Shops at Prudential Center; saks.com. Shirt ($250) and bow tie ($150), Luigi Bianchi Mantova. Giblees, 85 Andover St./Rte. 114, Danvers; giblees.com

Silk gown ($3,995) and heels (price on request), Emilio Pucci. emiliopucci.com. Earrings ($1,450) and Rolo link necklace worn as bracelet ($14,000), Mazza. Shreve, Crump & Low, 440 Boylston St.; shrevecrumpandlow.com. Clutch, Gianfranco Ferré (price on request). gianfrancoferre.com

Jacket ($2,975), sweater ($1,175), pants ($1,125) and belt ($730), Hermès. 320 Boylston St.; hermes.com. Bluetooth EarSet 2, Bang & Olufsen ($199). 30 Newbury St.; bang-olufsen.com

Trench coat, Allegri ($775). Louis, 60 Northern Ave.; louisboston.com. T-shirt ($110), sweater ($250) and trousers ($313), C.P. Company. Barneys New York, Copley Place; barneys.com. Watch, Alpina ($1,590). Joseph Edwards, 501 Fifth Ave., NYC; alpina-watches.com. Eyeglasses, Burberry ($210). LensCrafters, 699 Boylston St.; lenscrafters.com. Ankle boots, Louis Vuitton ($990). Copley Place; louisvuitton.com

Long-sleeved polo shirt, Isaia ($495). Saks Fifth Avenue, The Shops at Prudential Center; saks.com. Pants ($1,125) and belt ($730), Hermès. 320 Boylston St.; hermes.com. Stainless steel watch, Hamilton ($745). Shreve, Crump & Low, 440 Boylston St.; shrevecrumpandlow.com

ON HIM: Coat (price on request), cardigan ($970), shirt ($645) and jeans ($715), Louis Vuitton. Copley Place; louisvuitton.com. Gloves, Saks Fifth Avenue Men’s Collection ($168). Saks Fifth Avenue, The Shops at Prudential Center; saks.com.
ON HER: Gown, Edition by Georges Chakra ($5,300). L’élite, 121–123 Newbury St.; lelite.com. Watch, Frederique Constant ($4,250). Bloomingdale’s, The Mall at Chestnut Hill; bloomingdales.com. Taiga suitcase, Louis Vuitton ($4,070). Copley Place; louisvuitton.com. Shoes, stylist’s own

Styling by Bernardo Siaotong at Stockland Martel
Hair by Warren Beautiful
Makeup by Victoria Stiles
Models: Tallyta Moura (Wilhelmina Models) and Saville Dorfman (Next)
Styling Assistance by Cassandra Gee
Photographed on location at Foxwoods Resort Casino and MGM Grand at Foxwoods

(bostoncommon-magazine.com)

Spring Shoe Trend: Close Knit

Forget afghans. For spring, women's brands are getting crafty with crochet detailing. The creative look adds bohemian flair to flats, heels and booties.

Enzo Angiolini

Jack Roger

Adrienne Vittadini

Vince Camuto

Daniblack

(WWD)

Style Icon Iris Apfel and beautiful actress Dorothy Dandridge

This blog is dedicated to unique jewelry and fashion. I will showcase, not only my one-of-a-kind jewelry designs, but other pieces that I find interesting. I am a lover and collector of vintage jewelry which I will also include. I just had to add a picture of Iris Apfel, as she is, to me, a force to be reckoned with and the epitome of style. She has definitely carved out her own niche when it comes to fashion. The black and white picture of sultry, sexy, Dorothy Dandridge speaks for itself. I also had to add a picture of Joan Crawford. Definitely one of the great actresses and one of my favorites.