French Classiques: Repetto Ballet Slippers in the US
by TheadoraHold the presses, Cendrillon (Cinderella)! Have I got fab-shoe-licious news for you!
Start spreading the news!
Superstar Repetto, the makers of the classic French ballet slipper, is opening up a brand-spanking-new location at the innovative Opening Ceremony boutique in New York, New York, on Friday, September 10th.
Located in Soho at 35 Howard Street, Opening Ceremony is currently digging all things French. Throughout the year, Repetto’s gorgeous “shop in a shop” space will be pumped up with 70 variations of its iconic flats, plus limited-edition models made specifically for the shop. Dreaming of rodeo booties or flats made of faux animal prints? Giddy-up! Embrace your inner Annie Oakey and arrive early for the trapping.
Don’t fret, California Girls! Repetto will also make a yearlong cameo appearance at Opening Ceremony’s location in West Hollywood, housed in Charlie Chaplin’s former dance studio at 451 North… [read more]
Summer Vacation in Greece
by ArgieMy summer vacation to Greece this year was a surreal experience filled with amazing beaches, scrumptious food, and eclectic boutiques. One of the highlights of my trip was staying at the St. George Hotel-Athens located in Kolonaki. Kolonaki is a very upscale neighborhood, which has some of the best shopping in all of Greece.
You can find designer name shops such as BCBG, although I preferred going to the quaint little places where I found one-of-a-kind items, such as this handmade floral belt.
I also took the tram to Mount Lycabettus, the hill, which is 908 feet above sea level. At its peak is the Chapel of St. George, a theatre, and restaurant where you can see the most breathtaking view of the Acropolis.
I made many new friends on my trip. One of them being a wonderful woman named Nantina,… [read more]
Brighton Bliss
by KateAugust is nearing to a close, summer is almost over and autumn is literally just around the corner waiting to pay us a visit. Last week I had a little holiday getaway to one of my favorite places down south…none other than the city of Brighton!
Just under an hour away from the UK’s bustling capital, Brighton has quite romantically been dubbed “London by the sea”. This little city is thriving with vibrant culture, scenic parks, cosy pubs, boasts over 350 quirky independent retailers and an ace pebbly beach that stretches for miles…everything and anything you could possibly need on your doorstep!
With so many attractions in Brighton, donning some casual layering was the sensible ideal for me. The perfect compromise of style and comfort: a pair of vintage loafers, jumpsuit, bright silk scarf and cropped silk jacket ensured to invite any sunny spells and warn off the… [read more]
Seafarin’ Styles: Victorian Vacation Destination
by MelodyI have decided that, among many other qualities about my persona that make my nomadic tendencies an asset to life’s passions, my chameleon-like love for blending into the scenery certainly has it’s perks. Working as a singer on board a cruise ship, I am afforded the opportunity the hop on board a floating vessel in one destination and awake the following morn to open my cabin’s portholes and witness a decidedly different display.
Somehow, these territories and all of their trends never fail to weasel their way into my wardrobe. When traveling through the Panama Canal, it was my sole mission to acquire every bangle made of Costa Rican tree stumps, Columbian tortoise shells, and Guatemalan forks (it seemed sensible at the time). Travels through Istanbul found me haggling over half a dozen harem pants, and I simply could not depart the Greek Isles without a “Mama… [read more]
Fall into Fashion
by ChristineThe summer is quickly coming to a close and with it, the buzz of “Back to School” fashion is in the air. You don’t have to be a student to stock up on the hot new items this fall, just check your local department stores for their “Back to School” sales so you can shop and save! Here are the styles I am lusting over this fall:
Jewel-toned Velvet
Velvet is a great fall fabric, and looks amazing in jewel tones like deep purple, blue and gold. Pick out a velvet jacket or skirt to add to your wardrobe. I love this romantic blazer in Rainforest Green from J.Crew. It has such memorable details like the silk trim and grosgrain ribbon belt.
Oxford Shoes
Menswear inspired items mixed with feminine pieces is really hot right now. I love oxford shoes, especially when paired with a girly dress… [read more]
Mad About Glamour
by ToscaWhether Mad Men excites you or puts you to sleep, you have to admit the show has made an impact on how America is thinking about style. Suddenly, office casual is starting to look so…old-fashioned, as grunge takes a backseat to glam. Cara, our Mad Men giveaway winner and owner of the style blog, Here’s Looking at Shoes, Kid, shows her Mad Men-inspired style:
Mad about Cara
Costume design queen Janie Bryant (besides all those actors with great genes) is the reason Mad Men just looks so darn good. Whether you’re a vintage vixen or a modern-day marketing maven, watching the stylish drama (likely with drink in hand) starts to give a girl a new-found preference for pencil skirts over pants.
Although Ms. Bryant’s much-anticipated clothing and nailcolor lines are not yet available, you can create your look with both modern and vintage finds. My look… [read more]
San Francisco Fashion Week Retrospective
by ToscaA celebration of San Francisco’s fashion renaissance, the fashion shows held last Friday and Saturday (formally titled “The Reinvention”) jump-started a week of fashion events.
Work Clothes
Held in the small but stylish Vitamin Water Social Club in the city’s Jefferson Square area on the border of world-famous North Beach, the evening shows featured the talents of local fashion designers Black Halo, CLU, Generra, Rock Chiq, Twelfth Street by Cynthia Vincent, Vintage Joy, Work Clothes, Alexandria von Bromssen, Alyssa Nicole, Chan.nel Karama, LTD, and Valpixel.
The catwalk at Vitamin Water Social Club
We noticed a fantastic selection of wearable styles, from tweedy and tailored to cabana casual.
The refined Rock Chiq
Work Clothes say vacation
We were particularly enamored of the lush retro stylings of Vintage Joy.
Lacy and ladylike Vintage Joy
Lovely from any angle
The only thing… [read more]
Cityslips Are the Must-Have Flat
by SarahI am not joking when I say EVERYONE needs this shoe, especially if you live in the city and are constantly running around from place to place.
I know my love for wearing heels has dwindled because I cannot walk around on Boston cobblestones and manage to look normal at the same time. My feet get caught, I am slow, I am sweating and trying to balance. CitySlips are the ANSWER to my prayers.
What are CitySlips you ask? Well, they are an adorable, padded pair of flats that fold into a cute cosmetic sized pouch. The main attraction is that this pouch unzips to transform into a bag to hold your heels when switching into your CitySlips.
Voila! Not only can I look cute while getting somewhere, I can tote along my favorite heels to switch into when I do. Why didn’t I… [read more]
