Chunky, Frumpy, Baggy = Sexy Fall Trend

Marc Jacobs is making every woman’s dream come true this fall. For day and night you can look stylish and chic in loose, baggy, chunky knits. So while it has been so fun painting on our dresses and leggings every night it looks like breathing is about to return to our daily routines. For daytime you can pair this look with shorts or skinny or straight-leg pants. Transition these heavy sweaters to evening by adding a belt, fun jewelry and a hot little skirt.

The Very Little, Little Black Dress

Audrey Hepburn may not approve of the changes being made to her classy dress from Breakfast at Tiffany's, but times are changing. This staple piece has undergone a contemporary makeover. It's shorter and sexier then ever. The classic little black dress now has a little more sass. So grab your pearls and your girls and hit the town.


MIU MIU

HERVÉ LÉGER

ROKSANDA ILINCIC

A Scent For All Seasons

Fall, Winter, Spring, Summer - Mademoiselle by Coco Chanel smells lovely for all seasons. It is light and fresh and never overwhelming. It's all I wear. Give it a try!

Biking Bronco

One boot, two styles. To continue with my point about fall fashion mixing trends here is a hot commodity. This Miu Miu shoe takes one part country and one part biker to create one badass boot.

A New Look for Lace

From chains to lace, here is another necessity. Fall fashion is already gearing up to be an eclectic mix of patterns, fabrics, and styles. Heavy necklaces festooned atop feminine lace, like shown here at Prada’s Fall 2008 runway show. Prada took the sophistication of lace in juxtaposition with dominatrix styled hair, makeup, and accessories proving that anything goes this coming season. Be brave and bold with your style and you are sure to look strong, sexy, and elegant.

Chain Me Up

Add a heavy chain necklace to your must-have list for fall, like these Givenchy pieces. A definite way to ensure you will look striking and edgy. I will have to choose one sans crosses personally, but you get the idea. They're stunning. I may need to be chained up if I don't stop finding great things for fall.

I Heart Summer

I know I have been writing a lot about fall fashion - it is my favorite season - however, it is still summer and we should all enjoy this sunshine for as long as we can! Check out these adorable heart rubber sandals by YSL. You can purchase them at Bergdorfgoodman.com.

The Tortoise and the Hare

The race is on. Pony hair and tortoise are running around in many designers' collections for fall. So if you can afford these shoes you’ve learned all you can from an Aesop’s fable and the only lesson here is these are two fun fads for the upcoming season.

GIUSEPPE ZANOTTI

CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN

Time to Watch Out

Men you better watch out. Women are continuing to show their independence and strength in this world. I think the sexiest thing is a men's watch on a woman's "delicate" wrist. I love the contrast of the masculinity of the size with the overall essence of female femininity. This is just another representation of women's infiltration of what has been and I think at times is still inappropriately and secretly considered "A Man's World." If you look around you see that statement is positively medieval.

Fall for Floral

This fall get ready for a forties revival. The Michael Kors Fall Ready-to-Wear 2008 collection took to the runway in tailored and feminine floral pieces that rekindled memories of Grace Kelly. The show consisted of sable coats, cashmere sweaters, and pencil skirts. Glamour and elegance are finally back in style.

At Great Lengths

It's getting hotter by the day and the humidity persists. Last year at this time it was all about itty bitty dresses. This summer the maxi dress is the thing to wear to stay cool in this heat. These dresses are free, flowing, and feel great. If you are on the shorter side, like me, you need to think about your choice. You don't want to look like you're drowning in the dress. Choose a cut that is comfortable, but still flattering on your frame. Here are two styles by Alice and Olivia.

When In Rome

I suppose the saying should go: When in Rome, look damn good.The rich and the famous headed to Rome for the Gucci Resort fashion show yesterday, Tuesday July 9th. Once again it was the men who blew me away looking ever so fine and dashing. Here are a few photos from the after party and a few of the men that stole the attention away from the show.

Hugh Dancy with Claire Danes

Lapo Elkann

Giorgio Pasotti with Giulia Michelini

"Please, Sir, I Want Some More"

These boots look like something The Artful Dodger, the colorful character from Dickens novel Oliver Twist, would wear. Thus, I realize the irony in the fact that I searched high and low for boots that look like the costume of a homeless runaway, but I love them nonetheless. I finally found these shoes at the vintage store. In terms of practicality they are very comfortable, great walking shoes for exploring the city. I wore them with skinny jeans and a plain white t-shirt, but they are versatile and cute with shorts or a dress as well. They have a chic retro look to them, somewhere between an earthy/hipster vibe. Maybe it is just that I am a huge fan of Dickens, but personally I think lace up boots are on the rise.

Sex in Soho

Tucked away in Soho is a small boutique, Agent Provocateur. This racy destination carries the essence of European lingerie. Agent Provocateur’s mission is to promote innate sensuality: “The aim was to create an availability of high quality designer lingerie with creative flair to stimulate, enchant and arouse both wearers and their partners.” This level of sexy sophistication is achieved in the amount of detail in each piece, lace and bows in all the right places. Agent Provocateur carries just about anything you need to feel sexy and confident while wearing close to nothing, like a crystal tipped whip for $225 proving that this is no seedy sex shop. This designer brand has attracted the faces of Maggie Gyllenhaal and Kate Moss as spokespeople. Don’t be shy and check this place out for yourself. The staff is terribly friendly and merchandise is truly unique and beautiful.



The boutique is located at 133 Mercer Street. Or visit the website at http://www.agentprovocateur.com/

Star Spangled Style

Happy 4th of July everyone!

How lucky for us all that stars and stripes are all the rage this summer. This makes it very easy and fun to look festive and patriotic on this holiday. So dress up in your best red, white, and blue. Enjoy the fireworks!

Cynthia Rowley Summer Style

I recently went to the Cynthia Rowley store on Bleecker Street. I have seen some of her pieces before, but I had never been in the store. I was surprised to find that I loved everything. The clothes are very chic and feminine with a dress or skirt for every occasion this summer. I could have bought a whole new wardrobe. Here are some ideas from the collection:

Work

Brunch

Shower

Date

Lanvin Does Denim

Lanvin designer Alber Elbaz has used his eye for dresses and decided to do denim. He is collaborating with the Swedish company, ACNE. On Monday, June 30th, Alber and ACNE celebrated their new collection at the Hôtel de Crillon salon. Designers, models, and fashionistas were all in attendance at the event. The line will not be released until sometime in November, but here are a few of their designs.