June 29th, 2007 at 5:00am |
Sweet summer days are best enjoyed with a cool drink in hand, complemented by the perfect LWD and a pair of easy sandals, peep-toes, or in my case, slingbacks.
These are my top picks for summer slingbacks, from luxurious and pricey to almost-as-luxurious and definitely affordable.
1. Chloe, $442, full-grain leather, leather insole and sole. Available at bluefly.com.
2. Cole Haan, […]
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June 28th, 2007 at 4:59am |
Sure the leopard is one of the fastest animals on earth, but that’s not why I wanted to slip into these Moschino Cheap & Chic pumps. It was the heel.
Not pencil thin and needle sharp, the heel is both chunky and classic — like it’s straight out of a Grace Kelly film — ready for realistic wear.
And while […]
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June 27th, 2007 at 4:59am |
And they said dressing for less was impossible. Well, ladies, it’s quite possible. In fact, I’d venture to say that it’s a sure thing.
Dressing for less does not mean you sacrifice any style or quality. Quite the contrary. And it’s so easy to do.
1. Search for sales. Just because something is full price is not a sure […]
Read the rest of Hope’s How-To | Dress for Under $100
June 26th, 2007 at 5:00am |
In the midst of Net-A-Porter.com’s fabulous sale, I found this gem of a jacket from Italian fashion house Missoni.
With its intriquite leaf stitching and zigzag detailing, this jacket’s pattern is reminiscent of a subtle jacquard print. Angela Missoni keeps the coat design classic with three-quarter sleeves, a self-tie belt, and a double-breasted lapel.
And while fall and winter are still […]
Read the rest of Missoni | Leaf Knit Coat
June 25th, 2007 at 5:00am |
Geometric simplicity at its best, this bracelet by Hermes is an elegant addition to any femme’s wrist.
Made from only the best sterling silver, I love Hermes jewellery because it’s guaranteed to be top-quality, and it wears so easily. You’ll forget you’re wrist-ing this delicate piece until someone gifts you a compliment (or two).
Hermes Croisette silver bracelet, $880, […]
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June 21st, 2007 at 4:59am |
My Mum has always taught me that when you see something of significant quality, you should buy two. Or three. Or one in every colour available.
Created from cotton, rayon, and silk, James Perse tops are no exception. They’re the perfect mix of comfort and classic chic, paired well with your favourite worn-in jeans or a […]
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June 19th, 2007 at 4:57am |
Sure, every summer schedule is full of bikinis, barbeques, and beach-bon-fires, but for someone fair-skinned like myself, it’s also full of potential – sun — burns.
And what better to protect my alabaster glow and blonde hair with than a stylish hat?
Whether you opt for a classic baseball cap, or a pucci-printed bucket cap, wearing a hat […]
Read the rest of Hope’s How-To | Wear a Hat
June 18th, 2007 at 4:58am |
We’re far from the time where the working world was for well-dressed men only; these days working women wearing designer suits are crawling up the corporate ladder and conquering commerce in Christian Louboutin heels.
Metallic canvas and leather trimmed, these pumps mix business and pleasure with a professional-styled lace-up panel and rounded-out toe.
And, like every sucessful […]
Read the rest of Christian Louboutin | Alicette Metallic Pumps
June 11th, 2007 at 4:50am |
While I’ve never been an advocate of sexier-than-thou dresses cut down-and-up-to-here-and-there, revealing too much to be anything close to classy; I’ve always been appreciative of a $$$-friendly, versatile Victoria’s Secret frock.
This 6-in-1 number is classy and cheap, dress and shirt, cocktail dress and open-back top, sweet and sexy. Should I go on?
A durable blend of polyester/spandex, it […]
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June 8th, 2007 at 4:45am |
All angular, modern-mod with nouveau curves and distinct colours, these peep-toe wedges by Marc Jacobs are perfect pumps for summer.
Wearing right with black or white, day or night, Marc Jacobs knows that any stylish woman likes versatility in her wardrobe.
And when versatility comes at an improved price, there’s no grey area about it.
Patent Peep-Toe Wedge Pumps, Marc […]
Read the rest of Marc Jacobs Collection| Patent Peep-Toe Wedge Pump
June 8th, 2007 at 4:43am |
Before the days of the digital age and fashion photography, designers and editors relied on creative illustrators to depict dazzling design at its best.
From 1900 to 1975, author Cally Blackman takes readers on a journey by illustration, providing historical and informational commentary on the development of fashion drawings.
100 Years of Fashion Illustration by Cally Blackman, […]
Read the rest of Robertson’s Reads | 100 Years of Fashion Illustration | By: Cally Blackman
June 7th, 2007 at 4:59am |
Ever find the perfect piece of clothing that showcases your body’s every not-so-perfect bump, hump, and lump — from underwear lines to body bulges — and keeps you from looking your personal best?
From constricting corsets and push-up power-pants, today more than ever garment companies are offering brand-name body solutions. And with such a vast variety […]
Read the rest of Hope’s How-To | Hide Lines and Lumps
June 4th, 2007 at 5:03am |
For summer, I’m all about keeping cool, especially when my calendar is penciled full of outdoor activities.
Whether a family picnic, a play, or a cocktail party, this ruched silk trapeze dress from Banana Republic is both classic and chic, effortless and elegant — easily transitioning me day to night, week to month — for all summer long.
100% silk and hemmed […]
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June 1st, 2007 at 4:50am |
June is the official month of the pearl, so ladies, when considering a birthday gift for self, consider this:
By designer Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co., this sterling silver tassel necklace is delicate to the last of four freshwater pearl drops.
26 inches of sheer delight, much to the fancy of — your man and – […]
Read the rest of Tiffany & Co. | Elsa Peretti Mesh Tassel Necklace
June 1st, 2007 at 4:46am |
Without Audrey, women wouldn’t wear ballet slippers with such panache; we wouldn’t shape our eyebrows quite as thick; we wouldn’t sport cropped cigarette pants every summer.
Audrey Hepburn made a remarkable contribution to both the worlds of acting and fashion, and within the pages of Audrey Style, Pamela Clarke examines the life and work of the renowned […]
Read the rest of Robertson’s Reads | Audrey Style | By: Pamela Clarke
