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DC SHOPPING EVENT: SHOP JEEN at DELTA GAMMA

2012-01-25T14:47:00.000-05:00

DC FASHION EVENT: CRYSTAL COUTURE 2012 IS COMING!

2012-01-23T14:17:00.000-05:00

GET READY FOR CRYSTAL COUTURE 2012!

DAILY FASHION DEAL: THE KATE SPADE ALPINE HILLS STEVIE

2012-01-23T12:53:00.000-05:00

What a great little bag for a great little price. Get the Alpine Hills Stevie bag at Kate Spade for $88.00.

PRESS: INTERVIEW WITH @READYSETDC ABOUT ME & @FACONMAGAZINE

2012-01-20T15:00:00.001-05:00

I was very honored to have been interviewed by one of DC's top fashion sites, ReadySetDC. I love what Jordan is doing. ReadySetDC and fashion:district are such an integral part of the DC fashion scene. So I could not wait to sit down with one of ReadySetDC's writers, Erin Williams to give her the scoop on me and DC's new voice of emerging fashion, façon magazine.
Check it out.

STYLE SPOTLIGHT: B-STYLED BY @BLUEPRINT4STYLE

2012-01-20T13:06:00.000-05:00

Fashionista and stylist, Monica Barnett recently relaunched Blueprint for Style with a new look and a new service, b-styled by blueprint Style Club. B-styled by blueprint Style Club is a membership club that provides monthly outfit/look recommendations, as well as, styling tips and tricks of the trade from closet organization to color inspiration to what to highlight and hide based on your body shape. Want in, here's what you need to do:

Easy steps

Register for $9/month or $100/year
Complete a Style Questionnaire
Receive a Style Personality
Sit back and get your monthly emails
You can upgrade to gold membership to receive a personalized e-solution each month

There you have it. Visit b-styled by blueprint Style Club for more information.

DC ARTS EVENT: ÇA VA MAGAZINE LAUNCH

2012-01-16T13:48:00.000-05:00

A SPECIAL INVITATION TO THE PREMIER OF ÇA VA MAGAZINE
TUESDAY, JANUARY 24, 7 – 11 PM | 9 PM LA DOLCE VITA SWIMWEAR FASHION SHOW
ULAH BISTRO, SECOND FLOOR
1214 U STREET NW

Come out and celebrate the launch of DC's newest international, lifestyle, art, business, and fashion magazine with inspirational stories from around the globe. Join hosts' Amanda Minnie (of MINNIANDA PR) and editor-in-cheif Samira Georgi for an evening of sexy fashion show couture by designer Katya Leoncio of La Dolce Vita Swimwear with makeup by Alina Grechana-Karaman, raffle swag bags, light complimentary h'orderves provided by Ulah Bistro, and international house beats.

A $5 suggested donation is required for the benefit of St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.

The event will be held at Ulah's private second floor bar and dining area. Full bar, dinner menu, and half-price bottles of wine are available, along with Tuesday's specials of $2.50 margaritas and a three-course dinner for $19.95.

Dress is eye-catching haute couture. Guest list only. RSVP to Amanda Minnie at rsvp@cavamagazine.com.

About the fashion show designer and makeup artist:
La Dolce Vita Swimwear by designer Katya Leoncio
www.ladolcevitaswimwear.com

Model's makeup by Alina Grechana-Karaman
http://www.myfashionsecret.com/
http://www.alinagrechana.com/

Win a raffle swag bag, prizes include:
- La Dolce Vita swimsuit

- S&G Photography session

- 2 tickets to the Smithsonian's hottest summer art party-Asia After Dark

- $100 gift certificate for a haircut from top stylist Aicha of Hair Lounge Salon in Georgetown (http://www.hairloungesalon.com/

-$100 gift certificate for a haircut and deep condition treatment from L.C. Verdine Salon Services (https://www.facebook.com/pages/LC-Verdine-Salon-Services/174541659272282?sk=wall)

**TRANSPORTATION: Street parking available| Metro: U street/African-American/Cardoza)

FASHION DEAL OF THE DAY: HANDBAG HEAVEN GOES CRAZY

2012-01-10T09:03:00.000-05:00

Handbag Heaven is having a fab sale today. They have 5 cool bags on sale for $30.00. This blue python crossbody bag is one of them. Get to shopping!

WHAT I WANT NOW: LUCKY BRAND IS SEDUCING ME

2012-01-04T13:30:00.000-05:00

I feel so very lucky to find this pair of fab shoes, NANA BY LUCKY BRAND. Visualizing all the outfits that will work perfectly.

FASHION DEAL OF THE DAY: TOOTS FOR JESSICA SIMPSON

2012-01-04T12:28:00.000-05:00

If you are confused about the best time to by winter gear, let me school you right quick. Now! Now is the best time. Add these fabulous boots, TOOTS by Jessica Simpson, to your sale list. Get to shopping!

FASHION DEAL OF THE DAY: BCBG DROPS IT HARD

2012-01-02T10:22:00.000-05:00

Big trunk jewelry is always in style in my book. Love this gorg draped chain necklace from BCBG.

DESIGNER SPOTLIGHT: CLIPS BY THE SHOP AT NO. 144

2011-12-20T08:40:00.000-05:00

Make old shoes new again with one of these adorable shoe clips by The Shop at No. 144. I love these little velvet bows and fabric flowers. Kick your pumps up a notch.

FASHION DEAL OF THE DAY: CHRISTIAN SIRIANO AND THE PERFECT JERSEY KNIT DRESS

2011-12-14T08:47:00.000-05:00

Everything always goes on sale at one time or another. Here's your chance to grab some of Christian Siriano's beautiful dresses from his Spiegel line. This animal print jersey knit dress was my fav. Which one was your favorite? Get to shopping.

DC SHOPPING EVENT: WALA 2011 HOLIDAY SHOP CRAWL

2011-12-06T10:30:00.001-05:00

DC STYLE EVENT: GLENDA BAILEY SIGNS NEW BOOK @COACH IN GEORGETOWN

2011-12-06T08:28:00.000-05:00

Coach is pleased to announce a special book signing event with Bazaar editor in chief Glenda Bailey on Wednesday, December 7th, at the Coach store on 3259 M. Street NW. Bailey will be signing copies of Harper’s Bazaar: Greatest Hits, a new book celebrating her 10-year anniversary at the helm of the legendary American fashion magazine.

On December 7th, from 5 to 7 p.m., guests will have the opportunity to purchase the book and meet with Bailey during a special evening reception in her honor. The event is open to the public. Fashion enthusiasts can have Bailey personalize their copy of the book and peruse the newest bags from Coach, including the Pinnacle collection of lady-like leather satchels with 14-karat-gold-plated hardware, and fun sequined and beaded mini-bags perfect for every holiday party.

Harper’s Bazaar: Greatest Hits is an elegant art book highlighting Bailey’s inspiring and entertaining vision and chronicles the magazine’s most memorable moments from 2001 to 2011, through a collection of more than 300 powerful images. A celebration of fashion, a romp through an eventful decade, and a banquet of contemporary imagery, Harper's Bazaar: Greatest Hits is also a glamorous object in itself. The book spotlights a decade of award-winning photography, iconic fashion and art direction, and stellar writing, and features some of the most talked-about pop cultural, political and celebrity icons of the day.

@FACONMAGAZINE FEATURES THE BEST OF DC FASHION

2011-12-05T13:35:00.000-05:00

After many, many months of hard work, blood, sweat and many tears, I am so proud to announce that my magazine, Façon Magazine, the Voice of Emerging Fashion, is now available.

To view our premier issue, visit faconmagazine.com. We are featuring the best of D.C.'s boutiques and emerging designers including photographic features on the menswear line, Darrell Cortez and the jewelry line, Kolton J.

Have feedback or want to send us a note? Email the magazine at info@faconmagazine.com. We want to hear from you. Thanks!

Janice Susan Wallace

@FACONMAGAZINE LAUNCHES ON BLACK FRIDAY

2011-11-21T12:51:00.000-05:00

MY FASHION LUST: STAYING WARM IN HIGH STYLE

2011-11-09T12:30:00.002-05:00

Eden Warmth Winter Jacket

I detest the winter. But I choose to live in a place that actually has a real winter. So I want to look fab and this Eden Warmth Jacket at Ruche is très chic.

MY FASHION LUST: MIXING ART AND FASHION

2011-11-09T10:00:00.000-05:00

This Thyme print skirt at Elroy is a gotta have for the late fall/early winter. Totally would it in a very similar way as it is in the picture but with thicker tights. Love it.

DC STYLE EVENT: CARAMEL BOUTIQUE HOSTS SILENT AUCTION

2011-11-09T08:00:00.002-05:00

Caramel boutique is pleased to announce the 2nd Annual Silent Auction and Art Sale benefiting Loaves and Fishes (http://www.loavesandfishesdc.org/), a local meal program serving low income and homeless individuals in the Mount Pleasant and Columbia Heights communities. The event is on Thursday, November 17th from 6 to 9 PM at Caramel (1603 U Street NW).

Attendees at the event will have the opportunity to bid on silent auction items, participate in a raffle, purchase the work of local artists and photographers, enjoy live entertainment and complimentary refreshments, meet Loaves and Fishes staff and volunteers, and learn more about homelessness in the Washington DC area.

Proceeds from the silent auction, art, raffle and clothing sales will benefit the Loaves and Fishes program. In 2010, the proceeds raised helped purchase two new ovens for the program’s kitchen.

Silent auction items include:

* Wizards Signed Basketball
* Year Membership and Swag Bag from Zipcar
* Gift Certificate for Masa 14
* Gift Certificate for El Centro
* Gift Certificate for The Grill from Impanema
* Gift Certificate for Rice
* Gift Certificate for DC Noodles
* Personal Training Session by Robert Williams
* Jewelry by FIREJEWEL
* Dozen Cupcakes from Georgetown Cupcake
* Gift Basket from Starbucks
* Gift Certificate for Local 16
* Jewelry by ADMK Jewelry

* Private Wine Tasting for 20 from Total Wine & More
* Gift Certificate for Madams Organ
* Free Appraisal from McLean Lending

* Gift Certificate for Dahlak Restaurant
* 12 Visit Pass, Free Training Session and Free Pilates at VIDA (U Street)
* Gift Basket from The Beauty Kitchen

* Two Premium Level Seats from D.C. United
* Gift Certificate for Mr. Yogato
* Gift Certificate for Marvin
* Two chemical peels by Dr. Yolanda Holmes

* Jewelry by Adeline Heymann
* Gift Certificate for Ulah
* Three 30-day passes to Washington Sports Club
* Washington Capitals Game Puck signed by Alexander Semin
* Two nights stay at the Crowne Plaza Hotel

Each of the following artists have generously offered to contribute 50% of sales during the event to the Loaves and Fishes program:

Diana Adams http://studiodiana.com/
Sondra Arkin http://www.sondranarkin.com/
Mary Lee Barker
Sherry L. Brukbacher www.brukbacher.com/blog
Mason Calhoun http://masoncalhoun.com/
Mei Mei Chang http://meimeichang.com/
Antoinette Charles http://acharlesphotography.com/
Sam Dixon http://www.samdixon.org/
Thomas Drymon http://thomasdrymon.com/
Sally Kauffman http://www.sallykauffman.com/
Dave Peterson http://www.branddave.com/freehand/home.html
Dafna Steinberg http://dafnasteinberg.com/home.html
Amin Swessi http://www.aminswessi.com/

Food donated by Whole Foods. Wine from Total Wine & More.

MODEL CASTING: Crystal Couture is Casting for Models

2011-11-09T07:00:00.001-05:00

DC CHARITY EVENT: GIVE TO THE MAX DAY & MIRIAM'S KITCHEN

2011-11-08T20:17:00.000-05:00

Give to the Max Day is a one-day fundraising event on November 9, 2011 that will unite local Maryland, Virginia and Washington, DC communities to support nonprofits serving the area. The goal of Give to the Max Day is to have 35,000 people give to their favorite regional charity, raising more than $3 million in donations and grants in just 24 hours! You can also find more info at give2max.razoo.com

FASHION DEAL OF THE DAY: SEQUINS FOREVER

2011-11-03T13:47:00.000-04:00

Sequins remain forever on trend for me. Adding a dash of sequins to your outfit will quickly up your game. Get his adorable sequin cardigan at Forever 21 for $22.80.

DC SHOPPING EVENT: POP-UP VINTAGE OPENS ON SUNDAY

2011-11-03T13:13:00.000-04:00

POP-UP VINTAGE OPENS ON SUNDAY!

POP-UP VINTAGE is a monthly vintage clothing, art, books and furniture shop.

POP-UP features a carefully curated selection of mens and women's clothing, including t-shirts, hoodies, jackets, dresses, pants and accessories. And some kick-ass Adidas lowtops. And pair of leather fuck-me boots.

POP-UP has an extensive collection of framed art, including graphic prints, indie rock touring posters and vintage erotica. The kind with extra pubes.

POP-UP has a selection of unique furniture at sub-Target prices.

POP-UP sells books from the sixties with INSANELY trippy covers.

POP-UP will be fun.

POP-UP opens Sunday Nov. 7. 12 - 6 PM. Side entrance of 1736 Columbia Rd. at Ontario

FASHION DEAL OF THE DAY: CYNTHIA VINCENT BOOTIES

2011-11-01T14:03:00.000-04:00

OMG! After a 50% discount, these fab Cynthia Vincent Mercer Double-Lace boots are less than $90! Great deal. Available at Last Call at NM.

DESIGNERS WE LOVE: PERRIN PARIS 1893

2011-11-01T13:17:00.000-04:00

Swooning over this elegant and sophisticated black Etalon tote by Perrin Paris 1893. Perrin Paris have been creating amazing accessories since 1893. Talking about street creds.