5.22.2007 | by Megs |
A few steps away from Louis Vuitton was the Hermes Venice, Italy store. While my Hermes collection merely contains a handful of scarves, Twilly’s, and a beautiful bracelet, I am on the hunt for a Birkin. The Hermes store in Venice is quaint, but still packs a big punch. Downstairs are all of the scarves, bracelets, and small goods, while upstairs there was clothing and of course, glorious bags. A lovely SA showed me around and delighted my arm with a Blue Jean Hermes Lindy, which I had a really hard time passing up. The only reason I opted not for the Lindy was for the sheer fact that I am anxiously waiting for a Hermes Blue Jean Birkin with Palladium Hardware. Insert drool here. A handful of Kelly’s were spotted here and there which still made my heart skip a few beats. Vlad stood nearby nervously twitching and hoping that I would not give in and/or try to make him give in. We left empty handed, but still whole-heartedly satisfied. In the store front window, a breathtaking Hermes Kelly in Orange Swift tantalized every passerbys eyes. Hopefully, next time I am in Venice, I can walk into Hermes with my own Birkin in hand.
Hermes Kelly 32 cm in Orange Swift $4180 EUR
A stunning Gondola picture upon the Grand Canal shown below!
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5.21.2007 | by Megs |
Finally back in the swing of things, Vlad and I wanted to share a little bit of our Italian vacation with all of you. Between Milan, Venice, and Florence, I must admit that my favorite city was indeed Venice. It may have been the 5 Star hotel or the gorgeous people, the stunning weather or the breeze of the water, the delectable food or just spending time in an amazing place with amazing people. Either way, Venice topped my list as my favorite city. Situated a mere few hundred feet from Piazza San Marco, the Louis Vuitton Venice location boasted a stunning location in a quaint three floor layout. Vlad was tempted to buy a pair of shoes, but decided to pass and splurge on Tod’s shoes instead, while I made my way up the spiral staircase to check out some gorgeous travel gear and the LV Onatah GM. The Onatah line sports supple calfskin leather which is dyed and then softened by being drummed. The LV monogram is intricately perforated into the bag. Vlad and I really fell in love with this Louis Vuitton location, but found better bags at other designer stores while in Venice. Stay tuned for more of our trip in the upcoming days! As always, shop for authentic Louis Vuitton via eLuxury.
Picture of stunning Piazza San Marco below!
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5.15.2007 | by Megs |
All of you fashionistas know that your little girls that you may have will be brought into their mom’s world of fashion. I will of course primp and prime my little princesses to be able to know a fake bag from a real and know the true heroine’s of the world, like Coco Chanel (I’m exaggerating a tad, but play along!). Whether or not you will buy your beautiful little girl a designer bag is besides the point, because now their is a book to teach her about the life of Coco, perfectly named Different like Coco. The author and illustrator, Elizabeth Matthews, delights the fashionable senses with this story about a woman who has changed our wardrobes as we know it. Perfect gift for any little girl out there! Book available via Amazon for $11.55.
Gabrielle “Coco” Chanel was always different. And she vowed to prove that being different was an advantage! Poor, skinny, and orphaned, Coco stubbornly believed that she was as good as the wealthier girls of Paris. Tapping into her creativity and her sewing skills, she began making clothes that suited her (and her pocketbook) — and soon a new generation of independent working women craved her sleek, comfortable, and practical designs. Now an icon of fashion and culture, Coco Chanel continues to inspire young readers, showing just how far a person can come with spunk, determination, and flair. The rags-to-riches story of Coco Chanel plays out in a wonderful picture-book biography as full of style and spirit as its heroine.
4.30.2007 | by Megs |
This past Friday Vlad and I were invited to attend an ultra posh party at the glamorous Sagamore Hotel in South Beach, Florida on behalf of Glam. Not sure what to expect, but knowing we had to look South Beach ravishing, Vlad was dressed head to toe in Theory along with Tod’s shoes while I (snuggly) pulled off a stunning David Meister dress. The posh party was held in the Penthouse Suite of the Sagamore Hotel, which overlooks South Beach, and was attended by a a great crowd, including Dr. Lee Gibstein, Olivia Chantecaille, Beth Shapiro from Marchesa, Stylist Ann Caruso, Sagamore Owner Jennifer Sazant, Iron Chef winner Michelle Bernstein, and many more. Vlad and I were totally taken off guard though to find out that a majority of the attendees were at the party to celebrate a fine weekend with Vivre. If you are not familiar with Vivre, it is a posh online store and catalog which sells knock-out designer goods. In one of the bungalow’s poolside, Vivre had a small makeshift shop set up for people to browse and buy goods. I was eying some beautiful Nancy Gonzalez croc bags and gorgeous jewels and jems, while being a little put off at my recent spending that was keeping me from purchasing something. If we were not lucky enough to be invited to this party, we also had the pleasure of meeting of meeting Vivre’s CEO, Eva Jeanbart-Lorenzotti. Although she was pressed for time, giving one interview after the next, Eva had a brief moment to meet with Vlad and I. This woman is a fashion guru, a business genius, and a stunning lady. We were so happy to get the chance to meet her and so many others!
Read more details about the party and view more pictures below!
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3.26.2007 | by Vlad |
As we learn from Fab Sugar, Stacy “Fergie” Ferguson is getting her own handbag line. As if that wasn’t bad enough, she’s getting two collections to waste our time. For the sweet love of everything that is decent in this world, WHY?
“As with every project that I’m involved with, I plan to put all of my heart and creativity into this one, and I’m thrilled to work with such an amazing brand. I look forward to putting my personal touch on each and every design in my signature Kipling® collections.”
Fergie, you lack creativity in what you try to pass as music. Don’t waste the little artistic talent you possess on something you have absolutely no clue about. 
3.26.2007 | by Megs |
After it was announced and shot, Lindsay Lohan struck again as the face of Miu Miu’s ad campaign for Spring and Summer 2007. The sometimes redhead beauty who lives a roller coaster life posed in countless pictures for the the design house. Her ad shots have been accepted widely, showing that this young girl can pull of elegant, sleek, and sophisticated. One of the most memorable shots shows Lohan holding the Miu Miu Patchwork Tote, which alternates silver and gold leather. Silver and gold metallic is in and ready to be toted on the hands of bag fashionistas world wide. A smaller version of what Lohan was pictured with, the Miu Miu Metallic Patchwork Handbag is designed in a patchwork style with gold and silver metallic leather and silver handles. This bag opens by pushing open a clasp on the side and measures 9.5″ x 6.5″ x 2.5″. Small and sleek, this handbag would be a stunner for a night out. Buy now through Net-A-Porter for $995.
Check out more of Lindsay Lohan in the Miu Miu Spring and Summer Ad Campaign after the jump!
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3.9.2007 | by Megs |
It truly is a hard knock life for an A-list celeb. Have the perfect derriere and nab yourself the perfect new season handbag. This makes life a tad easy for the likes of Jessica Biel, who of course has the perfect derriere and a stunning Silver Prada Gauffre. Seems like Prada and Miu Miu think that having a celeb seen with their bag will up sales. Nah, we all only care for our own sense of style and never read trashy magazines and never ever want to nab a celeb’s style. Just when will Prada and Miu Miu realize that I am an A-lister (and Vlad wants a man bag while they are at it!) 
PRADA’S LADIES: It is commonplace for fashion houses to e-mail red-carpet photos of celebrities, but Prada and Miu Miu have taken things a step further — they send out paparazzi shots of starlets like Kiera Knightley and Jessica Biel carrying their bags. Last month, Prada sent e-mail blasts featuring the actresses carrying its directional metallic handbags while strolling down a London street and arriving at Los Angeles Airport, respectively. In describing Biel’s silver Gauffre bag, the release stated, “This is one of the most important bags from the Prada spring/summer 2007 collection and it retails for $2,835.” One of Biel’s stylists, Estee Stanley, said she was unaware Prada sent out paparazzi photos, and that Biel chose the bag without her help. But of her client’s impeccable airport ensemble, she added, “She’s the hottest girl ever.” But it appears the “It” girl strategy is working: Miu Miu hosted a slew of lovelies at its Paris show Sunday, including Claire Danes, Milla Jovovich, Charlotte Casiraghi, Tatiana Santo Domingo, Ludivine Sagnier, Scout Delarue and Mamie Gummer.
Via WWD and A socialite’s Life
3.7.2007 | by Vlad |
What was supposed to be John Galliano’s Fall 2007 Preview ended in a freak show, nothing short of a travesty. You call that fashion? Sorry mate, get off the absinthe and stop hanging out with Manson so much.
Catch more of Galliano’s atrocities at Style.com.
3.5.2007 | by Megs |
From the runway of Paris, Karl Lagerfeld brought together a complacent winter themed backdrop with a commonplace line from Chanel. From a mastermind like Lagerfeld one would expect some guts and ingenuity, but for the Chanel Fall 2007 line, the basics were kept nearby with small amounts of color splashes and outfits that are poised yet wearable. As far as the accessories go, the Chanel handbags were nothing out of the ordinary and the shoes manifested in tall boots and back buckles. The Turquoise Reissue brought a colorful twist to the line that was rather doldrum at times. Heavy and dark drawn in eyebrows were key along with frizzy crimped hair and a bib-like addition to some outfits. While not completely let-down, there is also a feeling that something was missing from the Chanel line for the upcoming season.
All pictures from Style
More pictures after the jump; close ups of the models and shoes!
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3.2.2007 | by Megs |
Sure Courtney Love has an image that is a bit dodgy from rehab stints to a bit of a fashion disaster to public intoxication to wearing blue eye shadow as if it really is cool, but now she is under Crazy Karl’s radar. Seems that while attending Paris Hilton’s birthday party in Vegas this past weekend, Courtney showed up in a Chanel No. 20 fake from the Spring-Summer 2007 show. Gasp! I’d love to see Karl vs Courtney in Celebrity Deathmatch.
Karl Lagerfeld is said to be furious with Courtney Love reports WWD
According to fashion gossips, while scrolling through party photos on the Internet, Chanel officials spotted Courtney Love at Paris Hilton’s birthday party in Los Angeles on Saturday wearing a bib-front dress resembling the house’s look No. 20 from the January Spring-Summer 2007 couture show and styled in a similar way, right down to the fluffy, fingerless gloves writes WWD
Chanel is concerned clients might mistake the fake for the real thing. A spokeswoman said Chanel was investigating the matter before deciding what action, if any, it will take..
“It was one of many dresses sent to her by stylists and publicists to wear. It did not have a label in it,” her rep, Alan Nierob, told Page Six. “We haven’t figured out yet which stylist and/or publicist sent that particular dress.”
Via Frillr
