Monday, November 8, 2010

Diane Von Furstenberg's Top 10 Resort Looks

Our fave designer Diane Von Furstenberg features her top 10 resort pieces--all made for lounging by the pool--be it in Palm Springs or Palm Beach. A few of our favorite pieces:

This striped wrap romper





Chartreuse heels


a retro bikini

We can smell the suntan lotion now!

Friday, November 5, 2010

The Opening of the JW Mariott Mraquis

room at JW Marriott Marquis Miami

Downtown Miami has another newly opened luxury option, the JW Marriot Marquis Miami. I'm Not Obsessed shares what celebs were there celebrating the christening of the brand new hotel earlier this week.

What's your pick? The new J.W. Marriott Marquis or the new Tempo Miami?

Get Free Shipping on Kipling Luggage

cammo luggage

Whether you're gearing up to head home for Thanksgiving or are using the extra vacation days to go somewhere exotic, now's the time to buy new luggage. Kipling is offering free shipping on luggage this weekend. Our fave? This Madison wheeled duffel bag.

On Our Radar: Paris and the Hotel Notre Dame

Hotel Notre Dame


We leaving on Tuesday for a quick trip to Paris and just booked our hotel yesterday. The paralyzing problem was the number of great places to stay and deciding which amenities were the most important to us. For instance, apartments give you more space and a kitchen for less than the average 4-star hotel; but we're only staying three nights and exploring the bistros, bars and cafes is high on our priority list.

Hotel Notre Dame

So instead, we opted for a mid-size hotel in an uber-convenient location with tons of style and history too. The Hotel Notre Dame sits just across the Seine from the cathedral and if we're lucky our room will have amazing views. The 400 hundred year old building was recently renovated and each room decorated by Christian Lacroix. The RER (train) stops across the street, so getting there from Charles de Gaulle will be a breeze. It locay right on the river means we'll have no problem traveling between the Louvre and the Musee D'Orsay and the metro will make the rest of our favorites easy to get to as well. We'll be sure to share with you the highlights of our trip - it's been a long time coming. If you have any recommendations while we're there, please share!

Web Snob November 5th, 2010

Stiletto Jungle is sure the new Tom Ford Black Orchid Nail Polish -- his first nail color -- will be a holiday sell-out.

Allie is Wired spills about the controversial song Gwyneth Paltrow will be singing on Glee.

Handbags for the Trendy Mom on Bag Bliss!

Bag Snob loves the foldover clutch - there is so much wiggle room for extra stuff!

Skin care expert, Renée Rouleau answers if you need to use a serum at Beauty Snob.

Coquette celebrates the final mainline collection from Kate Moss Topshop.

The Jet Set Girls can't wait for the new Lanvin for H & M collection!

KRISTOPHER DUKES is going to return of the mid-heel pump.

Shopping and Info wants to buy this amazing leather bracelet with gold buckle from Fendi.

StyleBakery asked their favorite bloggers to share their must-haves for fall.

The Beauty Stop takes a look at the ombre hair color trend.

The Fashion Bomb compiled a handy guide to over 50 fashionable and chic warm winter coats.

The Shoe Goddess is very impressed with Yves Saint Laurent's Resort Collection, especially these fabulous "Woodstock" Platform Sandals!

Thursday, November 4, 2010

WWD 100th Anniversary Charity Auction


To celebrate its 100th Birthday, WWD is giving all of us a present--the chance to own one-of-a-kind designer pieces. Included in the charity auction are amazing pieces like this Oscar de la Renta gown (shown), a Chanel jacket and bag, and Christian Dior artwork. Each piece benefits a different charity, including New Yorkers for Children, Fashion for Relief and the Carla Bruni Sarkozy Foundation.

View all the items up for bid in the WWD 100th Anniversary Charity Auction.

Tumi’s Graffiti Art Suitcases

Tumi
If you have this limited Tumi edition bag, you’ll never mistake your suitcase for someone else’s when it comes down the baggage carousel! The designs are created by graffiti artist John “Crash” Matos who says of the pieces, “They speak volumes…you can see joy, sadness, anger…and they also give the impression of Pop Art, but with the flair for now.” A limited edition of 1,000 signed pieces will be available ranging from $45 to $595. The Tumi’s Graffiti Art Suitcases will be available in March 2011. 
 
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