in a word...fab!

Adam Lambert Plays a Love Game

noreply@blogger.com (Elle) — Thu, 22 Oct 2009 02:53:00 +0000

Is there any doubt that Glambert is the sexiest m-effer to croon his way to the finale of American Idol...like ever? Whether you're gay, straight, deaf, mute or blind, the animal magnetism of this man is absolutely inescapable. And don't get me started on that voice. To quote Rachel Zoe, it is beyooond.

That being said, this photo shoot is the steamed milk in my sexual-latte. I am so in love with the idea of blurring the lines of sexuality, gender and attraction.

Says Adam, "I am gay, but I like kissing women sometimes. Women are pretty."

Want more? Check out the article accompanying these pics, here.

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Fashion Week; Spring '10

noreply@blogger.com (Elle) — Thu, 01 Oct 2009 15:50:00 +0000

Last year, I was a virgin to the Fashion Week frenzy. I'd had to travel down from my school upstate. I was amazed by the fashions around me, the display in the middle, I was even excited just to be standing on the lines. This year, I was excited to be there but I took it like a pro; in and out! I went to Vessel by Lois; which was set up in a building surrounded by warehouses, construction and the club, Mansion. I also attended Ports1961, Tibi and Toni Francesc; all under the tents.

The display under the tents was a set up of luggage by MCM. They're an old leather goods company that has sprung back into the fashion world. There was a small thing on them in NYLON's newest issue about their purses. The other day, my friend bought a wallet made by them at a consignment shop. Looks like someone missed the fashion curve! Oh well, one mans trash is another mans treasure, and MCM looked like the makings of a fabulous treasure chest at Fashion Week.

For Vessel, I was given back stage access and spoke with the make-up director and the hair stylist who explained that in paired with such androgynous collection, Lois, the model turned designer, wanted the look to be relaxed and natural. All the pieces seemed very male-inspired: Down to the shoes. It was very tailored and very conservative. I also happened to see Malik Yoba and snack on mini beef patties.

Ports 1961 was an ethereal collection. It held a very tranquil presence with iridescent pastels, cremes, and whites. There were plenty of draped backs, cinched waists, soft materials and roomy pieces.

Tibi was my favorite, by far. The collection was quite colorful, very fun, and perfect for the season. There was wide variety of silhouettes and details: lots of one-shoulder's; silky loose short shorts; ruffles, flowers and adornments stitching. Chrisette Michelle was in attendance, as well as Jade from America's Next Top Model and Amerie.

Toni Francesc was called Waters Mood and it stayed true to it's name. When it wasn't moody with structured silhouettes, fierceness, origami designs and tight to the body, it was flowing and flirty like water. I was a little bored at this show but it there were some amazing and interesting pieces.

It seems this year trends are hinting at hard and soft: origami, lots of structure but still flowing skirts and draped backs. I love that color is popping up this year: maybe this means we're heading out of this economic "depression". There was still a lot of men's-wear inspired clothes, from Lois' androgynous collection to Ports 1961's take on pegleg pants. But this has been going on since the 20's and I doubt it's going anywhere.

Well, that was my Fashion Week. Here's what I wore the last day.

Lovingly, In AWord Intern.

Fab Fall Booties!

noreply@blogger.com (Elle) — Tue, 22 Sep 2009 02:17:00 +0000

YSL Caged Booties
$1,130

Did you go gaga for the sinfully strappy Yves Saint Laurent Caged Booties on the YSL Spring 2009 runway? If so, we've got something in common! And lucky for us, the knockoffs have hit the market.

Bakers Ashton

$59.99

Infinitely more wearable than the original and for a tenth of the price? These Bakers heels are a no-brainer.

I just scooped up a similar pair (but with a thinner, higher heel) by Michael Antonio through my Shoe Dazzle subscription. Perfect paired with everything from black skinnies to a belted floral dress, I can't stop wearing them! Go on, give your Fall wardrobe some serious edge.

Happy Fashion Week!

noreply@blogger.com (Elle) — Sat, 12 Sep 2009 15:18:00 +0000

Seventies Side Eye

Hello my loves! I can feel the side eyes from here, as I have been hopelessly MIA from this here blog. So where have I been? Being a lawyer (my bosses actually expect me to work, the nerve), drafting my next exclusive (featuring Luke Destin, Oprah's fashion stylist, yay!), being fabulous (it's exhausting) and planning my world takeover. Endless apologies...I've missed you all!

Currently, I am all up and through the Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week tents, so I can bring you the trends and fashion tidbits you need! Next stop, Paris Fashion Week!

Thank you for all of your positive energy and dazzling love...

Stay devastingly fab, Elle

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It's Baaaaack! Project Runway Premieres Tonight!

noreply@blogger.com (Elle) — Thu, 20 Aug 2009 20:10:00 +0000

Pour the pinot, pop the corn, pass the dutchie and prepare yourself for another magically delicious season of designer drama as Project Runway (woo!) debuts on its new channel, Lifetime, tonight at 10 pm!

The lost Season 6 will finally air after 8 months of legal shenanigans, and I haven't been this excited for television since RuPaul's Drag Race and its glittery gays were swirling around on Logo. (Puhleeze tell me that Season Two is in production!)

But I digress. This is about PR! All of our favorites judges are back, including Heidi, Tim, Michael and Nina (yes, we are on a first name basis). And speaking of favorites, as if the PR premiere weren't enough, Lifetime is airing a special All Star Challenge tonight at 8 pm, featuring eight past PR finalists competing for $100,000!

I'm practically schvitzing with anticipation! Where the H are my blotting papers when I need them?

Be there tonight at 8!

Fab Look of the Day

noreply@blogger.com (Elle) — Thu, 20 Aug 2009 17:46:00 +0000

Go Mo! One of my favorite funny girls, Monique, made a dazzling arrival at the Hoodie Awards this past weekend in Vegas looking like a svelte and feathery dream!

Although I do wish her buhbies were perched just a tad higher, it is clear losing 40 pounds and wearing strategically placed undergarments has worked wonders for Miss Mo! And more importantly, she is giving me effects with this dress! The silhouette makes her look long, lean and luscious. I also love the fact that she paired it with simple hair, soft makeup and minimal accessories. Claps and snaps to her handlers, good work out of each and every one of you!

Monique has chosen the perfect time to get ready for her close up. She has the industry abuzz with her apparent star turn in the highly anticipated film, Precious, and will soon debut her own late night talk show on BET. Good for you girl!

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The Shigoto Launch at Ninja

noreply@blogger.com (Elle) — Wed, 12 Aug 2009 04:35:00 +0000

The Japanese-inspired setting was the perfect touch to transport those of us who attended the Shigoto launch at Ninja NYC to ancient Tokyo. From the artsy serving dishes to booths surrounded by scenic rocks and trees, from bamboo fences and walkways offsetting coal black floors and walls, it was an ethnic extravaganza! The singular path in front crowded by photographers and fashion addicts was soon dotted with models sporting Shigoto.

The models were diversified in ethnicity but shared one thing in common: harem pants! Wide and spacious throughout and snug at the ankle, this trend has surfaced quite rapidly, with some success and very many failures. For Shigoto, they came is varied colors: red, white, turquoise and blue, even emblazoned with SHIGOTO in rhinestones.

Fun fact: harem pants like these were worn by Japanese construction workers centuries ago. The men accessorized the slightly baggy look with shoes that separated the big toe from the rest.

Elle and Momma

The designer, Jasper Momma, proud of his accomplishments and more than willing to share his inspiration behind the collection, tells me that he traveled to Japan to find rich, quality fabrics to make the pants with. This is the one part that is completely unlike the uniform in which it was borrowed, Momma says the construction workers pants were made of much thinner, cheaper fabric.

Best part of the night, the separated toe socks in our goodie bags!

-Reporting by Nastasia, Inaword Intern

Come party with Eva the Diva, this Thursday!

noreply@blogger.com (Elle) — Tue, 11 Aug 2009 16:06:00 +0000

Top Model, Actress and Covergirl

"Eva Marcille"

hosts her annual

ALL WHITE AFFAIR
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this Thursday, August 13

at the luxe Suzie Wongs

547 W. 27th Street (betw 10 and 11th)

Open Bar from 11 to 12 am (get there early, gumdrops!)

Red Carpet at 11 pm

Media inquiries, email press@hustlemode.com

All others, RSVP at eva@hustlemode.com

I usually can't stand a function that forces me to blend in, but for Miss Eva, I will make an exception! My white dress is fresh, pressed and ready to blind you bishes! Can't wait to see you there!

xo, Elle

There's No Match for Sharon Stone (NSFW pics)

noreply@blogger.com (Elle) — Tue, 11 Aug 2009 04:02:00 +0000

Actress and humanitarian Sharon Stone is fearless, fiery and ferocious on the cover and inside spread of September's Paris Match magazine. Not only is the 51-year-old giving good face and looking absolutely amazing in her dominatrix looks, but she is going Bruno (aka full-on frontal)! Shot by photog, Alix Malka, the mother of three posed in corsets, gloves and high leather boots. Jesus be Sharon's metabolism after three kids!

"I'm a person who feels that if it's appropriate for the character I'm playing or the mood of the piece, then [nudity is] no big thing," says Sharon. See the proof, below.

Read the article (in French), here.

Rachel Roy for Macy's

noreply@blogger.com (Elle) — Mon, 10 Aug 2009 04:36:00 +0000

Rachel Roy's Twitpic of her Soho popup

This month, noted designer (and former wifey of Damon Dash) Rachel Roy is debuting her trendy new Rachel Rachel Roy collection for Macy's. Macy's, taking a cue from Target's ingenious and super successful collaborations with high end designers, will debut the line instore this month and as well, will feature it in a Soho pop-up (111 Spring Street) starting today. It will remain open through the end of Fashion Week.

The line features fun pieces like trenches, jumpers and shorts from $59 to $299, shoes from $79 to $199 and bags from $69 to $109. And all of the Fall trends are covered! Studs, zippers, ruffles, plaid and even acid wash dot the line.

If you've been yearning for a Rachel Roy piece in your collection, get yours while you can!

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Work wha?? It's National Pampering Day!

noreply@blogger.com (Elle) — Tue, 04 Aug 2009 04:07:00 +0000

PrettyCity.com has declared today, August 4th, National Pampering Day! What exactly does that mean? You should spend the day (or at least a part of it) taking care of you! There are a million and one reasons to leave early or skip work altogether, personally, I'm having my pipes cleaned! *wink*

Select your city at PrettyCity.com for savings on spa packages that will get your motor running!

xo, Elle

Recessionistas: Visit Buffalo Exchange!

noreply@blogger.com (Elle) — Mon, 03 Aug 2009 04:09:00 +0000

Picture this: a fashion-addict, fresh out of college, during a recession, searching frantically for a good job within her field, sharing a room with her little sister while dreaming of a closet all to herself! You can probably guess that this young woman is worried, amongst other things, about how she will get her next shopping fix. In comes Buffalo Exchange!

Thrift shopping has become a favorite past time of mine, so last month, a friend and I were looking for men's shoes for an upcoming wedding and decided to head to Buffalo Exchange, a store that specializes in "recycled" clothing and accessories. Shoppers can buy, sell and trade unique pieces on the spot! That's where I stumbled upon these Steve Madden beauties...

...and I fell in LOVE! After trying them on, I wanted them even more! And the price (gasp!) was a mere $20! Of course, my friend co-signed (who wouldn't?) and I walked out of the store with the best purchased I've made in a while.

So, for all the budding fashionistas out there, looking for a deal on your next fashion fix, check out Buffalo Exchange!

Visit www.buffaloexchange.com for locations.

Onion Trunk Sale: Tomorrow!

noreply@blogger.com (Elle) — Fri, 31 Jul 2009 01:50:00 +0000

Dresses, dresses, dresses!

Don't miss this!

For Your Viewing Pleasure: The Sartorialist

noreply@blogger.com (Elle) — Tue, 28 Jul 2009 04:44:00 +0000

Scott Schuman made fashion blogging cool with his well-respected site, The Sartorialist, a collection of street style photographs that showcase the style and whimsy of real people who just happen to be devastatingly fashionable. Scott's eye for inspirational subjects caught fire in the industry, and everyone who is anyone has been captured on his blog. So, his upcoming book by the same name, an anthology of Scott's favorite shots from around the world, is officially a must have for fashion lovers near and far. It includes photos of both well-known fashion industry figures and those lucky passersby whose impeccable taste or clever countenance caught his eye. In a word...inspiration!

The Sartorialist arrives on shelves August 12 but available for pre-order, here.

Live Music Lives!

noreply@blogger.com (Elle) — Sat, 25 Jul 2009 19:05:00 +0000

Who is that fabulous girl on this flyer? She is serving! *wink*

Hey hotnesses! This week, join me (your girl, Elle) at two (recession proof!) events, where live music will be living! This Wednesday, July 29, my favorite tall drink of water with a twist, W!LL Sheridan, is hosting Blow @ Sway with performances by Sound Wavve, Tenna Torres, & Pill! The New York Times will be in the building, and so should you. Ladies $1, Gentlemen $5, fabulousness guaranteed. RSVP at theblownyc@gmail.com. [UPDATE: THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED! sorry luvbugs]

Aaaand tomorrow, July 26, all my Jersey brethren do yourselves a favor and make your way to Dolce in Elizabeth for The Heart Gallery, a celebration of art, poetry, music and fashion! My young bruh, Mr. Rodney Rikai, is hosting, performing, and otherwise being his entertaining self. No need to be flashy, come as you are. For me of course, flashy is not an option, it's a way of life! Wine tasting all night...leave feeling right! Admission is $5...see you there!

Hugs, drugs and lots of love, Elle

Luxe Links

noreply@blogger.com (Elle) — Fri, 24 Jul 2009 17:33:00 +0000

Askmewhats has nail art tutorial for bling bling nails.

The Beauty Chick reviews CoverGirl and Olay Simply Ageless Sculpting Blush.

Beauty Junkies Unite shows you the right way to get cheeky with 4 easy cheek stains.

Best Things in Beauty spotlights the new Giorgio Armani Beauty Fall 2009 colors.

Claire's Beauty gives Clarins Delicious Self-Tanning Cream a test drive.

Denim Debutante has an in-depth review of Paige Premium Denim.

Fabulous Over Forty is giving away Sothys Sun Care to one lucky reader. Enter now.

The Glamour Whore shows off the hair raising talent of Olivier Chomienne.

Gloss Menagerie reviews Softlips Pure Honeydew.

Gouldylox Reviews sneak peek at Milani Eye Tech Infinite Liquid Liners.

Hairs My Story has a gorgeous summer tropics FOTD.

in a word...fab has a sneak peek at J.Crew's Fall 2009 Collection.

It's complexion week at the Informed Makeup Maven, and don't forget to enter her cool giveaways this week!

Krasey Beauty discovers the beauty in going organic with Revolution Organics.

Visit Lipgloss Break and Enter to win The Cure 24/7 hair treatment and Sunkissed Glow fragrance by JLo!

My Beauty Bunny shows you how to get gorgeous, healthy, post-beach hair!

Sicka Than Average schools you on the best sunscreens for that pretty little face of yours. Protect ya neck!

ThisThatBeauty runs down fall's hottest collections!

Unfunded takes on Farmer John with some killer denim cut-offs.

VexInTheCity invites you to share her addiction - her make up collection.

***Affiliate of the Week***
The Style and Beauty Doctor will show you how to keep your blowout for blowing up.

For more information on The HLMN or on becoming an affiliate please visit our website.

Beauty Buzz: Solange Crops her Mop

noreply@blogger.com (Elle) — Thu, 23 Jul 2009 16:26:00 +0000

Everyone's favorite wierd little sister, Miss Solange, has decided to trump all the young starlets who have recently shaved half their heads (I'm looking at you Cassie, LaLa and Rihanna) by shaving hers entirely and going au natural. Well now!

I love her courage and short hair is definitely the ish but I tend to like this particular look on more mature women who have liiiived. It's a little jarring on young Solo. I think the key to this look for her will be makeup. In my book, short hair necessitates more makeup! It's a Fabulosity Rule #448.

What's your verdict?

It's All About the "O" Dontcha Know

noreply@blogger.com (Elle) — Thu, 23 Jul 2009 14:40:00 +0000

Hey kittens! Are you a fan of the big "O"??? Overstock.com that is! If you weren't aware (as if) Overstock offers trends for every It Girl at recessionista prices. Whether you're the chicster pictured on the Hamptons party scene pages, the preppy listening to Frank Sinatra while sunbathing on Palm Beach, the bohemian smuggling her new iPhone into a seven-day yoga retreat, the urbanite sporting designer sneakers to stake out her spot at “Shakespeare in the Park” or the tomboy wearing her favorite jeans until they’re hanging by the thread, you can find key pieces to fit right in with your current wardrobe. The best part? Prices are up to 60% off retail and shipping never exceeds $2.95 - so it’s “O” so quick and easy to get those sought-after looks for less.

Personally, I like to incorporate key pieces from all of the It Girl styles mentioned above into my Summer wardrobe. A girl's personality changes from moment to moment after all! For instance:

I would totally rock the Chicster fedora. Sure they can be kinda douche-y in every day life but I would wear mine on vacation to take the place of last year's floppy straw hat. Very now.

This one is hard because I am the antithesis of a Tomboy but Wayfarers have become classics in the category of Accessories: Sunglasses. They look great on everyone from my mom to my 17- year-old cousin and the cheap ones work just as well as the real deals!

Since everyone and their BFF is already wearing some form of the bejeweled strappy flats, I will instead take the urbanite's Tan satchel! It's utilitarian design is perfect for work or stomping the city streets, and the color definitely says summer. Yummy.

Nothing says easy breezy bohemian like a Maxi dress! Effortless dressing at its finest! I love a look that looks as if you put no thought into it at all (when of course you did). And I'm going with the red (oo-ooop!) because I love a pop of color in the summer.

Finally, Ms. Preppy had me at diamonds but rather than go with what is sparkly (as usual) I'm going to be practical and go with the silk scarf. Layering with scarves is going to be huge for Fall, so why not get started now? Something about them says, "I'm jetsetting to Paris after lunch darling, call you when I get there!"

So what pieces would you pick? Go ahead, click yourself on over to Overstock and get the goods!

Today! Belvedere Vodka Toasts She-blogs.com!

noreply@blogger.com (Elle) — Thu, 23 Jul 2009 14:15:00 +0000

Italian Vogue's Black Barbie Issue

noreply@blogger.com (Elle) — Wed, 22 Jul 2009 04:19:00 +0000

La Fashion Bomb (via Blog Crazy Sexy Techie Cool) is reporting that as a follow up to last summer's groundbreaking all-black Vogue Italia, the fashion rag has dedicate its July issue to the iconic black Barbie.

Franca Sozzani, Editor-in-Chief of Italian Vogue explains, “Barbie has been an icon for whole generations which is why I really wanted to give a strong sign in step with the times, and dedicate [this] issue to Black Barbie.”

Here are a few scans to wet your appetite:

I definitely need to see this live and in color!

P.S. Did you hear that Barbie plans to release dolls with more afrocentric features later this year? Love it!

To all of Mimi's Lil Lambs...ready, set, go!

noreply@blogger.com (Elle) — Tue, 21 Jul 2009 04:01:00 +0000

Mimi-la on set of her latest vid, "Obsessed"

VH1 & Gotham Casting Present
Storytellers: Mariah Carey

VH1 is filming a super spesh Storytellers concert
taping LIVE in NYC on August 6th

Featuring the one and only Mariah and they want only her BIGGEST fans to take part!

Want a rare opportunity to see Mariah in the most intimate of settings, discussing the stories behind her biggest hits?

Email Tickets@GothamCasting.com for comp tickets!

These tickets will go FAST, hit them up now!

Make sure to include the following:
NAME
AGE (must be 18 and over)
PHONE
CITY/STATE
RECENT PHOTO
GUEST NAME (1 PER PERSON)
WHAT MAKES YOU SUCH A BIG FAN OF MARIAH'S
YOUR FAVORITE MARIAH SONG
THREE QUESTIONS YOU WOULD LIKE TO ASK MARIAH
A SWORN STATEMENT THAT YOU WILL NAME YOUR FIRST CHILD MARIAH (jk about that one)

Make sure to put "Mariah Storytellers" in the subject line of your email...good luck, buttercups!

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Kim K. Wants to Suck Your...

noreply@blogger.com (Elle) — Tue, 21 Jul 2009 01:27:00 +0000

...blood! Our favorite hottie with a body, Kim Kardashian, has been playing dress up again, and this time the result was this bewitching Vampire-inspired makeover crafted by Troy Jensen. Kim is usually bronzed to a sparkly crisp, but here she went positively pale with the use of Bobbi Brown products, including a brow concealing wax that blended with a stick foundation for a look that is haunting!

Troy actually used a cream black eyeliner to fill in her entire lip. Then, using a soft eyeshadow brush, he brushed an eggplant purple shadow over for a faint matte color. I am totally into this look; who know goth could be so glam!

You can check out all the products used for this Twilight-inspired shoot, here. Troy Jensen's blog is kinda awesome, check it out!

Is your fashion health at risk? Elle has your subscriptions!

noreply@blogger.com (Elle) — Thu, 16 Jul 2009 14:55:00 +0000

Are you wondering how to stay in the fashion loop? Are you needing a tad more Andre Leon Talley in your life? Would you like to find something more exciting than your electric bill in the mailbox? Then do yourself a favor and subscribe now to both Vogue (yum) and W (yum to the yum) Magazines for just $1 an issue! (That's $24 if you haven't had your coffee yet.)

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Louis Vuitton's Lunar Landing

noreply@blogger.com (Elle) — Wed, 15 Jul 2009 14:06:00 +0000

Sally Ride, Buzz Aldrin and Jim Lovell

In a striking new visual by Annie Leibovitz, Louis Vuitton highlighs the 4oth anniversary of the moon landing by bringing together three giants of space exploration: Buzz Aldrin, the second man to set foot upon the Moon; Jim Lovell, who guided his crew back to Earth as the commander of Apollo 13; and Sally Ride, who in 1983 became the first American woman to enter space.

Shot in the California desert, the three astronauts stare knowingly at the sky from a battered pickup truck, and just happen to have brought along an LV Icare travel bag in Monogram canvas. The tag line echoes Neil Armstrong’s 1969 quote: “Some journeys change mankind forever.”

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Ummm, this is all well and good but since when does Louis Vuitton care about events in American history? Word is that LV has decided to shift its focus to “core values.” Right, because luxury handbags are about as American as apple pie and space travel. Sounds like a "survive the recession" tactic if I've ever heard one.

Anyhoo, you can experience more at www.louisvuittonjourneys.com.

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Sneak Peek! J.Crew's Fall 2009 Collection

noreply@blogger.com (Elle) — Tue, 14 Jul 2009 04:14:00 +0000

Since narrowly escaping bankruptcy due to Michelle Obama's well-publicized affinity for the brand, J.Crew is certainly taking the Oba-momentum and running with it! The classically preppy sportswear line's Fall pieces are an opulent collection of ruffled tops, slim cardigans, textured skirts, lean jackets and wool blazers in warm Autumn tones of pumpkin, gold, navy, gray and olive. And the accessories! Skinny belts cinch the lush layers topped with statement jewels and scarves. Take a close look: adding just one or two key pieces will inject the chic into any wardrobe effortlessly. Yup, J.Crew will be seeing a lot of me this Fall.

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