September 2010
@LadyLUX Obsessions: Sazzing, Alice + Olivia,...
Finish your look with these beautiful amethyst studded, silver hoops by Sazingg. They have a touch of high society and a tinge of Hollywood glamour. Perfect to add a little decadence to an evening gown or cocktail dress. Achieve a sleek and chic look with the Alice + Oliva Open Back Velvet Dress. Sexy sheer lace insets transform this gorgeous dress from one ordinary LBD to one hot commodity. Talk...
Sep 29th
At MFW:...
The way that New Yorkers are infamous for their love of black, the Milanese could be similarly considered synonymous with the opposite: color.http://www.ladylux.com/style/site/article/milan-fashion-week-trend-colorblock/ Posted via email from ladylux’s posterous | Comment »
Sep 29th
Atelier Minyon designer discusses new collections
Growing up in Turkey, Alp Sagnak realized that his personal tastes didn’t always coincide with his strict Muslim upbringing. With an appreciation for rock ‘n’ roll and tattoos, Sagnak doesn’t necessarily sound like a shoe-in for the traditional family business, Atelier Minyon, an ornate, Turkish jewelry...
Sep 29th
At MFW: Boho Bliss
“Bohemian beachcomber done luxe” was how Emilio Pucci designer Peter Dundas reportedly introduced his new Spring/Summer 2011 collection. Back in the day, Pucci was associated with hypnotic, neon, eye-popping graphics that were fun, fashionable and great with a pair of white boots. Nowadays, Dundas is mellowing the Italian brand out with muted jewel tones and delicate, ruffled cuts. Trading the...
Sep 29th
Q&A: Mickey Drexler of J.Crew
J.Crew just keeps getting better and better. The company, in business now for almost three decades, opened another great men’s store at the beginning of this month, this time uptown, on Madison Avenue and 79th Street. With a cool new very offbeat American look-antique shaving utensils adorn the shelves, along with great vintage books and even better new unique magazines-and a very woody...
Sep 27th
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Gucci at MFW: Arabian Nights
When Gucci‘s first look hit the stage, a burnt orange blazer over a purple tank and turquoise harem pants, the Milan audience knew that designer Frida Giannini was ready to bring it.http://www.ladylux.com/style/site/article/gucci-at-mfw-arabian-nights/ Posted via email from ladylux’s posterous | Comment »
Sep 24th
At Milan Fashion Week: White
Although New York Fashion Week saw quite a bit of color during their first days on the catwalk, there was one predominant hue in Milan’s opening shows, or lack thereof: white. Fendi, Alessandro Dell’Acqua’s new label No. 21 and Francesco Scognamiglio all had head-to-toe white ensembles for their first looks.http://www.ladylux.com/style/site/article/milan-fashion-week-white/ Posted via email...
Sep 24th
Rochelle Goldberg of Rhodeus discusses the...
Although the name Rhodeus may not ring a bell, Rochelle Goldberg’s designs surely will. The Canadian designer just recently tweeted that her jewelry company, Ralph and Duchess, is changing its name to Rhodeus, which is ancient Greek for “rose,” a term used during the Etruscan period in Italy. http://www.ladylux.com/style/site/article/rochelle-goldberg-of-rhodeus-discusses-upcoming-collection/ ...
Sep 24th
LUX Style Files: Leopard Obsession
For Fall 2010, leopard is all the rage and expressing your inner courturious feline is in!  Print placement or accessory type is not of importance this season as its being shown dawning everything from outerwear to intimates, and everything in between. All that matters in this season’s trend is you finding your perfect animal inspired style statement and wearing it with...
Sep 24th
Jeffrey Monteiro Continues Legacy at Bill Blass
This New York Fashion Week saw the second collection of Jeffrey Monteiro for Bill Blass, the fifth designer to take over the storied fashion house in 11 years. The collection was shown the morning of the last day, strategically perhaps the best day for one’s collection to be seen, since we always remember what we’ve seen last. It’s no wonder that fellow big names were on view that day too, such...
Sep 22nd
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NYC designer debut: Lionette by Noa Sade
Launched this summer, Lionette designer Noa Sade revealed the first collection of her eastern-inspired jewelry—heavy chain-link necklaces and exotic gemstone pendants—to the web and her New York shoppers.http://www.ladylux.com/style/site/article/nyc-designer-debut-lionette-by-noa-sade/ Posted via email from ladylux’s posterous | Comment »
Sep 22nd
Radar: Marc Jacobs unveils new e-commerce site
The Marc Jacobs team has been eagerly tweeting down the days until the launch of their highly anticipated e-commerce website. Monday night they tweeted: “The e-commerce site is going to be accessible through www.marcjacobs.com. At 6p.m. EST we will start the transition.” However, most of the world caught glimpse of the site this morning....
Sep 22nd
Q&A at NYFW: Whitney Pozgay of WHIT
On Sept. 9, Whitney Pozgay, a former designer for Steven Alan and Kate Spade, held her first New York Fashion Week show for her namesake line, WHIT.http://www.ladylux.com/style/site/article/qa-whitney-pozgay-of-whit-at-new-york-fashion-week/ Posted via email from ladylux’s posterous | Comment »
Sep 21st
Walt Disney Gets Inspired with Accessories from...
Walt Disney Signature tackles the world of adult accessories with its new high-end line, inspired by its animated flick “Fantasia.” Working together with three designers, the company will release the new collection at the same time as its collector’s edition of the film this November.http://www.ladylux.com/style/site/article/walt-disney-gets-inspired-with-accessories-from-fantasia-film/ ...
Sep 20th
Radar: Neiman Marcus’ Burt Tansky Bids Adieu
After “one hell of a ride,” Burt Tansky is hanging up his coat as chairman and chief executive officer of the Neiman Marcus Group. After 50 years in the business, Tansky plans to retire on Oct. 6. During the first of many fancy goodbyes parties, he told the 300 fashionable attendees – including Marvin Traub, Ira Neimark, Philip Miller, Barry Schwartz and Howard Socol – on Wednesday that he would...
Sep 20th
Radar: Retail Wrap Commerce Continues its...
More Holiday Hires Over 2009 In what hopefully signifies a slight economic rebound, retailers expect to be adding more hires this holiday season, according to two new studies. Each conducted by CIT Group Inc. and Hay Group Inc., the surveys attempted to document the retail expectations and intentions of merchants this coming winter....
Sep 20th
Ann Yee Shows New Collection During New York...
Sheer fabrics are all the rage for Spring/Summer 2011, and one of the designers who showed them best during New York Fashion Week was Ann Yee. The new young and talented designer decided to start humbly, showing her clothes more informally at an art gallery in New York’s Soho. With models lined up against the walls, the clothes appeared works of art in and of themselves. A cool downtown crowd...
Sep 20th
At NYFW: Sheer Genius
If winter is the season for solids and knits, then apparently spring stands for transparent this year. Sheer fabrics are popping up all over the runway, whether in a harem pant or a full-length gown.http://www.ladylux.com/style/site/article/at-nyfw-sheer-genius/ Posted via email from ladylux’s posterous | Comment »
Sep 17th
At NYFW: High-Waisted Trousers
Amidst an ocean of whites and sheer fabrics, there was one trend this fashion week that stood out from the rest: high-waisted trousers.  From bright hues to subdued neutrals, beautifully tailored pieces stole the show, serving as the perfect contrast to the most feminine collections.http://www.ladylux.com/style/site/article/at-nyfw-high-waisted-trousers/ Posted via email from ladylux’s...
Sep 17th
Proenza Schouler NYFW: A Twist on Tweed
Sassy separates were a constant on Wednesday’s runways. Designers such as Douglas Hannant, Milly and Proenza Schouler showed off interesting combos of jackets, pants and skirts. However the latter, Proenza, stole the the cake with her modern twist on the tweed jacket.http://www.ladylux.com/style/site/article/proenza-schouler-nyfw-a-twist-on-tweed/ Posted via email from ladylux’s...
Sep 16th
At NYFW: Military Inspired Looks
NYFW newcomer, Wes Gordon, wowed the audience with his fine fabrics and hand-finished details. His collection featured whimsical dresses with lots of movement, as well as more structured pieces such as cropped pants and sharp-lined jackets. This chic, double-breasted military green vest, paired with a flowing white minidress and accentuated with a gorgeous burgundy red belt, is a premier example...
Sep 15th
At NYFW: Watercolors
When it came to prints on the runway this week, some were fit to be framed. Lovely, washed-out prints took on the look of watercolors decorating silky, loose-fitting fabrics.http://www.ladylux.com/style/site/article/at-nyfw-watercolors/ Posted via email from ladylux’s posterous | Comment »
Sep 15th
Congratulations to Ermenegildo Zegna for 100 years...
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Sep 15th
Very packed at the Ermenegildo Zegna store. Great...
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Sep 15th
NYFW live show: Marc by Marc Jacobs Collection
Today, designer Marc Jacobs put up a live streaming of his Marc by Marc Jacobs spring 2011 collection on his Web site, allowing his digital fans to sit front-row, without stressing over a coveted NYFW ticket. Here’s the LadyLux lowdown: http://www.ladylux.com/style/site/article/fashion-week-live-marc-by-marc-jacobs/ Posted via email from ladylux’s posterous | Comment »
Sep 14th
At NYFW: A Pop Of Red
Amidst the mellow neutrals at New York Fashion Week, there was a pop of color that dominated the designer’s looks. From Monique Lhuillier to Marc Jacobs, the bold hue proved that crimson isn’t just for the colder months.http://www.ladylux.com/style/site/article/at-nyfw-a-pop-of-red/ Posted via email from ladylux’s posterous | Comment »
Sep 14th
Radar: Ermenegildo Zegna Centennial Event
On September 14, Italian fashion house, Ermenegildo Zegna, will be celebrating a century as the world’s leader in fine’s men clothing, with a Centennial Exhibition in their Beverly Hills store on Rodeo Drive. The brand’s Image Director, Anna and Zegna will be hosting the event along side actor Ted Danson, a Board Member of Oceana as well as long-time companion of Zegna. The Foundazione Zegna,...
Sep 14th
Fashion’s Night Out at Fashion Island in Newport...
Orange County’s Fashion Island in Newport Beach held its own array of Fashion’s Night Out 2010 activities last Friday. From DJs to free champagne to fashion shows and scented fountains, Fashion Island was the place to be Friday night from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m., as crowds of fabulous locals fought their way through delicious hors d’oeuvres and special sales offered by the mall’s retailers.  The first...
Sep 14th
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Lady Gaga set to launch fragrance in 2012
Lady Gaga is about to electrify the fragrance market. The American recording artist just announced a deal with Coty Inc. to launch a string of perfumes under her name. Expected to be released in spring 2012, these fragrances will capitalize on Gaga’s large following and are designed to appealing to women of all ages around the world. Stephan Mormoris, senior vice president of global marketing in...
Sep 13th
Coralie Charriol Launches Handbag Line
Being the child of a famous parent can be a hard act to follow, especially when your father is one of the most well-known executives in the world. For Coralie Charriol, it was a natural. The daughter of Philippe Charriol, the president of Charriol, the Swiss jeweler and watchmaker – who had been the president of Cartier for 15 years before that – being in the spotlight was something to which she...
Sep 13th
Fashion Week style: The Glam Factor
Although the real attention is on the catwalk, it doesn’t hurt to turn some heads during fashion week. Metallics have quickly become the new neutral, an easy substitute for your go-to black dress. Last week LadyLux posted an edgy look for the runway shows and this week we offer a more glitzy alternative. http://www.ladylux.com/style/site/article/fashion-week-style-the-glam-factor/ Posted via...
Sep 13th
Ralph Lauren’s New Mens Store at Rhineland Mansion
Good news for fans of Ralph Lauren’s menswear: The designer has unveiled a new store solely focused on his line of men’s clothing. On Wednesday, the Rhinelander Mansion – a luxurious Beaux Arts home located at New York’s Madison Avenue and 72nd Street – opened its doors as a converted, just-for-men Ralph Lauren clothing emporium. Lauren’s womenswear has been bumped to a newly constructed...
Sep 13th
The amazing view in laguna hills for this great...
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Sep 11th
Team Oceana: Ted, Jeff, Keith, Andy and Valarie
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Sep 11th
@Lux4good just had a great interview with Ted...
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Sep 11th
Ted Danson, Sam Waterston, Andrew Sharpless, Keith...
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Sep 11th
Morgan Freeman on the blue carpet
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Sep 11th
Shape Up For Fall
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Sep 10th
Diane von Furstenberg salutes opening of Fordham’s...
Just a couple weeks ago, LadyLUX posted that the first-ever fashion law center, the Fashion Law Institute, would open its doors at Fordham University in New York. CFDA and its president, Diane von Furstenberg, are financial supporters of the institution and on Wednesday, von Furstenberg spoke at the opening of the university’s new center....
Sep 9th
Reed Krakoff Opens on Madison Avenue
As if he hasn’t done enough to mold the fashion universe already, Reed Krakoff has opened his own boutique on Madison Avenue called—appropriately—Reed Krakoff. The executive creative director and brand president of Coach, and the brains behind the company’s turnaround, as well as its ad campaigns over the last few years, Krakoff has taken to the design table with his own collection. Showcased in...
Sep 9th
Prince Charles Throws a Party
When one comes from royal stock, it seems that one would want for practically nothing. But for His Royal Highness The Prince of Wales, there is one thing he longs for that he does not have: a better planet. http://www.ladylux.com/style/site/article/prince-charles-throws-a-party/ Posted via email from ladylux’s posterous | Comment »
Sep 9th
Oceana to celebrate The SeaChange Summer Party
It often takes oceans of people for a real seachange to happen. No one knows that better than Oceana, the world’s largest conservation and philanthropic organization devoted to protecting the world’s oceans. And with what has now become an annual event, Oceana will be putting even more of their good efforts into motion:  The Seachange Summer Party, will be held September 10 at the spectacular...
Sep 9th
Karl Lagerfeld cancels show and announces line
Karl Lagerfeld is taking a break from fashion traditionalism by breaking the mold in two ways. Firstly, he announced he will not show his line at Paris Fashion Week and secondly, he is in talks of designing a more “commercial”, lower-priced line which he describes as “mass elitism.”http://www.ladylux.com/style/site/article/karl-lagerfeld-cancels-show-and-announces-line/ Posted via email from...
Sep 8th
LUX Look: Get your summer tresses ready for fall
Sure, fall offers a girl numerous opportunities for accessory experimentation as bejeweled headbands and satin bows make their way down the runways.  However, during the autumn season, nothing beats a head full of luscious locks sure to charm the spotlight.  Unfortunately, after three months of summer, hair is anything but soft and shiny due to the constant exposure to the sun, water, heat and...
Sep 8th
Fashion Week style: Gimme some edge
We’ve given you great day looks and great night looks but now it’s time to bring the two together and show you pieces that will help you stand out when you’re hitting the runway shows this September.http://www.ladylux.com/style/site/article/fashion-week-style-the-show-edgy/ Posted via email from ladylux’s posterous | Comment »
Sep 8th
It’s confirmed: H&M and Lanvin collaboration
H&M, the Swedish clothing company that has taken the fashion world by storm, just added another coveted collaboration to their list of industry vets adding designs to their superstores. Lanvin, one of the oldest fashion labels in Paris, announced that they will be working with H&M for a holiday collection, according to WWD. H&M said the collection will hit a select 200 stores on...
Sep 7th
French Vogue to feature plus size in October
The New York Observer announced that French Vogue will feature a plumper Parisian in their 90th anniversary issue. Not only will the ladies be bigger, but the mag expects higher sales with the plus-size issue. Ad sales are nearly double what they were last year. To accommodate with cost of image printing, Memo Pad reported that Vogue will use archival prints in the issue as well, they’re upping...
Sep 7th
LUX Soiree: Fashion’s Night Out 2010
Looking for a good excuse to shop? Fashion’s Night Out, hosted by the Council of Fashion Designers of America, Vogue and NYC & Co, is a one-night special event, kicking off a month-long global fashion extravaganza honoring Fashion Week. The festivities will allow shoppers to enjoy a “fashion party” atmosphere while checking out designer goods, and retailers to reap the benefits of ramped-up...
Sep 7th
H&M and Lanvin Dress Collaboration →
H&M and Lanvin Dress Collaboration H&M, the Swedish clothing company that has taken the fashion world by storm, just added another coveted collaboration to their list of industry vets adding…
Sep 4th
H&M and Lanvin Dress Collaboration
H&M and Lanvin Dress Collaboration H&M, the Swedish clothing company that has taken the fashion world by storm, just added another coveted collaboration to their list of industry vets adding designs to their superstores. Lanvin, one of the oldest fashion labels in Paris, announced that they will be working with H&M for a holiday collection, according to WWD. H&M said the...
Sep 3rd