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Obsessories | Balmain's Bags
Badass chic comes in a shoulder bag—four to be exact via Balmain. Following its most coveted collections—I’m still drooling over the sequin mini dress and red-hot ankle booties—this mini collection of handbags doesn’t disappoint. Classic silhouettes yet meticulously detailed, these hand-made bags thoroughly exude the level of rock-chic glam to compliment your pique-shouldered blazers, minis and booties.
Look Du Jour | Inspired by...Juicy Couture
A cropped faux-fur jacket is the height of chic. Pair with topshop's zip PU skinny trousers and Bally's Estelle platform boots for Downtown charm.
Look Du Jour | Inspired by...Stella McCartney
Look Du Jour | Inspired by...Michael Kors
BLACKEYE | Glove Story
Louis Vuitton F/W 09
Roberto Cavalli F/W 09
I spy with my little blackeye: gloves. They are one of the trends I'm most excited about for the fast-approaching autumn and winter seasons--after thigh-high boots. Gloves are more than just a millinery accessory to keep manicured fingers warm; they add instant luxe to your ensemble.
Probably taking que from the over-the-knee boots that starred in myriad runway shows, gloves stretched from stud and stone-embellished wrists to well over the elbow as shown at Roberto Cavalli. Phi's long quilted leather gloves are one of my favorites along with Miu Miu's cropped and studded leather gloves.
Look Du Jour | Inspired by...Alexander McQueen
Profile your covetable London style by pairing Alexander McQueen's asymmetric-stripe sweater dress with his statement-making leather fringe golfing boots. Then add a touch of the exotic wild with Matthew Willimson's bold zebra-print ponyskin clutch.
BLACKEYE | Fully Vested
I know. It's hot--and humid, which makes us avid tank top wearers trying our best to bear the heat. But our trendiness doesn't have to melt away like our foundation. One sure way to keep you fully vested in your summer wardrobe and stay cool-and chic-is by topping of your minimalist ensemble with a vest. I'm loving Arden B's military button front vest--simple, yet detailed enough for day and night wear. Instantly upgrade your light sundresses or gauzy tees with a lightweight waistcoat.
Also, for those cool summer evenings and wear well into the fall season try a leather vest:Rick Owens' crocodile leather vest or Alexander Wang's asymmetrical zippered vest are two of my favorites for the cooler weather.
Look Du Jour | Inspired by...Balmain
This look speaks for itself: Bold & Sexy. Buckles, embellishments and bling give a black mini dress, fold-over boots and a clutch a hefty dose of rock-chic.
BLACKEYE | Oversized Earrings
Zac Posen SS09
Size does matter, and when it comes to one of the season's biggest trends: bigger is definitely better. Models on spring/summer runways-think Marni's flower power, Andrew Gn's bead frenzy and Vivienne Westwood's opulent chandeliers-steadied these boldly overscaled shoulder-grazing earrings in front of hair that was pulled back in full and half-ponytails and side-swept into updos maximizing their statement-making potential. Attend all your summer fêtes with big, bold and beautifully oversized earrings.
Erickson Beamon for Zac Posen Earrings | Get a heady dose of runway style via one of the three Erickson Beamon-designed Gypsy Coin Earring styles for Zac Posen to accessorize his party perfect collection guaranteeing glamorously dramatic looks. These bold silver coin and chain chandelier earrings will enhance an already opulent after hours look or add them to a simple tee and jeans ensemble for instant exotic glam.
Me&Ro Curtain Earrings | Leave them begging for a curtain call after the drama of these extra long high-style earrings layering nine tiers of polished silver in a boldly modern style.
Anthropologie Fancy-Dan Earrings | Fit for a Bohemian Queen, these glamorous earrings from Anthropologie will transform any everyday outfit into an über chic ensemble.
Made Her Think Josephine Tassel Earrings | Sexy with enough tough-girl edge yet the fluid shoulder-skimming chain tassels provide just enough elegance.
(NOTE: When ordering online earrings may appear larger than actual size, make sure they measure at least 3.5" or more in length from the hook/post/clip to get the shoulder-skimming effect.)
Sole Searching | Blue Suede Shoes
VPL SS09
My favorite colour sauntered VPL's SS09 runway via LD Tuttle-designed blue suede shoes, which immediately put me on the hunt for the soleful hue.
Go with a cage look in Fendi's blue jean lattice sandal or fabulous in fringe with Christian Louboutin's electric blueTina 120 suede ankle sandals. Miu Miu's seude platforms with slingback are a perfect introduction to a shot of color for your wardrobe and C'N'C by Costume National's pump blends classic cool with modern edge.
