Chain, Chain, Chain….Chain of Fools!

. So the song went…however, I don’t think a girl would be foolish to jump on this trend today! Chains are huge – and look set to become even more important this Fall/Winter 2009. In a season where the customer has turned her back on anything too ostentatious – chains – in gold, silver or [...]

Red Hot! The Perfect Hue for Fall/Winter 2009 – and Beyond!

. Yes, it’s true – ‘Shades of Gray’ are an important base, black is back, purple will reach a wider audience and ‘Honey’ toned tones become the perfect neutrals – however, one shade stands out as looking new & exciting – all over again! Red stands out on a crowded fashion floor – whether talking [...]

‘Mad Max’ in ‘Beyond Thunderdome’ (1985) influences the new Fall/Winter 2009 season.

. From the Young Contemporary fashion floor to Designer – to the Men’s floor, it seems that we are embarking on a new Fall season that will emphasize a distinct ‘Mad Max’ trend. Leather looks set to be one of the season’s most important ‘fabrications’. Black is the obvious choice in soft and supple qualities [...]

A Trend to all Things ‘Sustainable’ Grows

. Barneys New York, Loomstate and Keds are members of 1% For The Planet. Each pair of sneakers sold will benefit the Organic Exchange, delivering sustained environmental, economic and social benefits through expansion of organic agriculture. It is interesting collaborations like this that will provide inspiration. Expect this movement to gain traction across the market [...]

Avian Frou – Plucked or Printed – Feathers Continue to be Major News!

As the saying goes – “birds of a feather – stick together!” And girl’s here in New York are certainly strutting their stuff – as only peacocks do – in a  whole range of items – tops, tees and dresses – that are printed with feather motifs – or wearing accessories – including hair accessories, [...]

Flip Flops – the Great Equalizer!

. Full disclosure – I’m an Aussie – and we grew up in flip flops – from age 3! I don’t care who you are or where you come from – flip flops(thongs in Australia!) – are a summer essential! So what’s new? We love flip flops that are creative,colorful, fun, inexpensive – and most [...]

What’s Clean and Crisp – and Perfect for a Hot Summer’s Day?

. The white dress, of course! And there are plenty of reasons to update! In crisp lightweight cotton qualities, in sheer chiffon, lace, organza – or in glittering sequins – the white dress will prove to be an important option for any occasion. The very best white dresses address the most important trends of the [...]

Direct from Spain – Desigual Opens in Soho!

. Broadway, between Houston & Prince, Soho. After the huge success of Zara and the recent opening of Mango – yet another Spanish retailer hits New York. Desigual, a growing success in Europe, looks to be testing the waters for further expansion. Colorful offerings, highly embellished looks and just a tad ‘folkloric’ in appeal (crossed [...]

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