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Chanel Meets Bombay

2011-12-09T15:27:00.004-05:00

Just this week Chanel had a new fashion show in Grand-Palais, Paris on December 6. The show referred to as "Paris-Bombay" truly was colorful, sparkly, and beautiful. It was Chanel meets Bollywood.

We've all noticed that throughout the recent previous years bollywood has become more and more popular, and the style has become more influential and prominent. Look in your closet and I'm sure you'll find a long flowy skirt for the spring or summer season, large dangly embellished earrings, embellished flats with jewels or sparkles, and much more.

The show was a true Chanel show, elegant, with taste, and of course exceptionally beautiful. The outfits screamed Chanel with that fun and flirty Bollywood flare. True to Chanel form many of the colors stayed in the scheme of white, beige, and black, but you could spot some colors as well along with red and gold!

Chanel for Lady Gaga

2011-12-01T22:39:00.001-05:00

This past weekend Lady Gaga arrived for the grand opening of the 'Gaga's Workshop' Holidays Windows at Barneys New York. As Usual Gaga made a grand entrance in her outfit.

Gaga wore a rather large and puffy Chanel dress that was specially designed for her by Karl Lagerfeld. I have to say that I am a huge fan of Chanel for their beautiful dresses and signature classic looks, yet the dress that the singer wore did not exhibit any of these characteristics.

Gaga accessorized the white tweed dress with her over the top bows, and Chanel pearls, along with her daring head piece, trademark dark shades, and the the typical Gaga platforms.

I have to admit that I do love the top of the dress with its elegance and true classic Chanel look. The rest of the outfit was the definition of a Gaga elaborated look. Very over the top and a little over embellished. Overall I have to say I am not a fan of the look.

Justin Timberlake Attends Marine Corps Ball

2011-11-14T16:28:00.000-05:00

We all remember seeing the video when Mila Kunis was asked out to the Marine Corps ball. It was shocking and surprising and also started a trend. Soon after many more celebs were asked out, including Justin Timberlake who accepted.

Justin Showed up to the ball looking as handsome as ever in his black suite and black bow accompanying his date Corporal Kelsey DeSantis. After the ball Justin wrote about it on his website saying that he had an amazing time and one of the most moving events he's been to. He went on to say that Kelsey was a great date, polite, humble, and was more concerned with him having a good time. He said "I have to tell you, it's not every day that I meet a 23 year old girl and she's more worried about if I'm having fun or if I'm comfortable! It hit me all of a sudden that these were the type of people that look after us and our freedom" which was one of my all time favorite quotes. Thank you Justin for showing support to our troops!

VS Fashion Show

2011-11-10T19:18:00.000-05:00

Its that time of year again! The annual Victorias Secret Fashion show. We all heard about the $2.5 mil bra that has 3,400 gems which includes, pearls, aqua marines, and citrines, as well as 142 carats of diamonds that model Miranda Kerr would be wearing down the runway. The show was colorful as ever and I thought it was one of the best, see for yourselves.

Absolutely in love with the bra!

... And look who made a guest appearance

The Kite Runner

2011-11-10T00:08:00.000-05:00

Tonight I had the opportunity to go see the American Place Theatre's Literature to Life Stage Presentation of: The Kite Runner by Khaled Hosseini Performed by Sorab Wadia and Directed by Wynn Handman.

The American Place Theatre's Literature to Life is an Off Broadway production company and this show was a one man show. I have to admit, sometimes I am a little skeptical of one man shows because of how difficult it is and not many people can captivate the audience and send the right message when playing the part. Sorab Wadia was captivating, emotional, grabbed the attention and moved the entire audience, he was simply put, impeccable.

To portray the characters of more than one hero was amazing and he was definitely up for the challenge. From a young boy, to a bully, to a father, a young man looking back on his life, Wadia nailed each part. When he cried the entire audience did too, and each emotion he acted out the audience felt and understood.

The entire story line was moving and captivating. I think all the right scenes were picked and reenacted. Sorab Wadia whole heartedly played the parts. I felt each emotion and his spirit gave life to the entire play, seeing as he was a one man show.

I read the book when it first came out, so for me this was very touching and I probably understood more than those who did not read the novel did. Yet, I must say that the play was presented in such a way that anyone could enjoy it and understand it even if they had not read the book or seen the movie. I am sure that this show will be traveling around some more and I think it is definitely worth your while to go watch it and learn and experience something new.

Sorab Wadia

Enjoy!

Bang Style

2011-11-07T01:18:00.001-05:00

I was at my salon this weekend and my hair stylist introduced me to this great new fashion and hair website that has recently been launched. This site is aimed mainly towards college students and young adults. It focuses on hair culture with art, photography, fashion, news, entertainment, and even music.

Many salon professionals are now joining this site to follow on what is popular, hair products, top salons, and even top hair stylists. They can add their salon, pictures, and products to the site to gain publicity as well as to allow people to comment and rate them as well.

The Site is gaining publicity and is starting a new underground marketing technique to get word out about some of their hair products before they come out with them. They list what salons will carry their products along with other information that is interesting and relevant to young adults, yet the products are not out on the market yet, they will be out in the near future. So keep a look out and follow their site!

I was playing around on the website and found it to be very interesting, the layout is clean and organized making it easy and fun for users to use. I was reading through some of the entertainment articles and there is something there for everyone from news about James Franco to the Mob Museum opening in Las Vegas. Also, under entertainment I found some great events that were listed, and a great way for people to hear about things that they are interested in and wishing to visit.

And one of my favorite things about their site... the fashion stories and articles. Just like with any blog you can read up on what some thing about upcoming trends and styles, along with do's and don'ts. I think that is is a great up and coming site that not only gives you information about hair products, salons, and stylists, but everything in between. So take a look, and keep an eye out for their products coming out soon!

Boots Boots Boots!!

2011-10-31T21:53:00.005-04:00

Snow in October??

I don't know about you guys, but I am so not ready for the winter and the cold. Fall, I can totally handle, with the sweaters, light scarves, vests, and boots!

I noticed that this fall there are a lot of boots that I absolutely adore. The military/ southern inspired boots are in again as well as laced boots, wedged boots, fur boots, and don't forget the glitter boots.

(Alexander McQueen)

(Alexandre Birman)

(Christian Louboutin)

(Tory Burch)

Ive seen a lot of people walking around in these types of boots. Tall, leather, and with a small heel. I think that out of all the ones I have seen, these Tory Burtch are my favorites. They are rather simple looking but look great on!

(Alice + Olivia)

(Bottega Veneta)

(Jimmy Choo)

I am in love with these shoes! When I first saw them come out a few months ago I thought they were the perfect amount or sparkles with an ideal heel!

(Valentino)

How classic and girly are these boots? I think these might be one of my favorite pair of tall boots out this year. It is a classic Suede boot with a girly flair added with the leather bows going down the back. You can wear these out with jeans or even a dress and a fall pea coat. Obsessed!

And like with all shoes I've seen some that have left me wondering who would wear them? Or just puzzled in general

(Miu Miu)

Not really sure how I feel about these. This is the new heel that Miu Miu has been introducing on their shoes this season, but the design, the yellow, and all that glitter put together... I'm just not convinced. Do you agree?

(Jimmy Choo)

Now I'm not quite sure where to begin with these... I know tonight is Halloween so with some sort of costumer I would totally wear these, but otherwise I don't think so. I feel like the feathers are a tab bit out of place.

(Prada)

I know that these are the style this season, yet I cannot say that I am impressed or would want to wear these. If I was looking to wear shows with high socks or stockings I would, but to create a boot that combines the two is a little odd and awkward looking to me. Do you agree?

Geri Halliwell vs. Victoria Beckham

2011-10-27T01:35:00.000-04:00

Late this August Gari Halliwell came out with a new line of gowns, following in the footsteps of her fellow Spice Girls member Victoria Beckham. Halliwell's goal was to create beautiful and affordable gowns for girls.

I must admit I am rather disappointed in this collection and think that they definitely look affordable but not very jaw dropping or stunning. I have to say I think this new line was a flop. Do you agree?

On the contrary though, I am in love with Victoria Beckham's line. The dresses are definitely beautiful and look amazing on everyone. For the most part Posh's dresses are form fitting yet elegant or casual depending on the look you are going for. Even celebrities such as Eva Longoria and Kim Kardashian have been spotted wearing pieces from Beckham's line. I would definitely love to be seen in one of these!

Definitely think Geri should have stuck to singing and let Victoria design the dress collection. What do you think?

Dance

2011-10-24T17:54:00.000-04:00

With the new trend of ballroom dance and dance in general I have been finding a lot of ads and designer campaigns with dance in them. I absolutely adore them and am fascinated with how amazing some of the photography is!

The Chloe campaign just recently came out with this video and I am absolutely in love with it! The music and the dancing:

The Lanvin Fall 2011 campaign came out in August, I think its kind of interesting:

Time for the Fur Vests

2011-10-24T00:36:00.000-04:00

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It’s finally been getting chillier outside and I love it! I am so ready for those fall outfits. Fur vests, boots, sweaters, and my favorite accessory, the scarf. I have to admit I have been on the search for the perfect Faux fur vest for a year now and think I finally found the one. It’s the Aqua Stand Collar Faux Fur Vest made exclusively for Bloomingdales.

What I love most about it is the length, color, and texture. It has the perfect length to elongate you and not awkwardly cut off right above your waist. It has a great color that can match almost anything and can be worn during the day or evening. You can dress this up or down. Wear it on a casual day out in the city with a cute pair of flats or even towards the evenings with a nice sweater and a cute pair of riding or tall heeled boots.

I finally had chance to wear it the other night when I went to the BC vs. Umass Hockey game. I kept it rather casual with a pair of skinny J Brand jeans a long white t-shirt and Tory Burch flats.

A couple of my top favorite vests out there right now are Diane von Furstenberg Funnellia Crop Fur vest, although this one is real fur rather than faux and the Rachel Zoe faux fur vest. As you can tell I am a bigger fan of the longer vests than the shorter ones. The longer ones seem more classic to me and can be worn in more ways. I know that many are opposed to real fur but I have to admit I have been seeing a lot of real fur vests out there and they are gorgeous! Michael Kors came out with the rabbit derby vest as well as the Elie Tahari Samara Fox vest, both of which i think are stunning.

(Miu Miu) (Roksanda Ilincic)

(MICHAEL by Michael Kors)

I know that this season colors are in, from red and purple jeans and to neon tops. I’ve tried on a purple and blue Faux Fur vest that was similar to the style of this one, but wasn’t sure if I could pull it off and match it with what in my closet. What do you think about color faux fur vests and real fur vests?