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Posted by Ardent Editor on March 12th, 2009
Fashion Journalist Katrina Szish talks about Fall’s ’09 hottest trends on CBS News. And it appears that clothes displayed during NY Fall ’09 Fashion Week is all about strong, powerful dressing – with a bit of opulence and the 80s sprinkled here and there. Prominent shouldersA seen on the runway shows during New York Fashion week, a lot of designers featured pieces with strong shoulders, so prominent that they’re kind of like a throwback to the 80s, except that they’re more subdued, says Szish. …
Posted by Ardent Editor on February 26th, 2009
Oscar de la Renta’s pre-fall collection was a bit hopeful – judging by the rather exuberant pieces that went down his runway. There were plenty of embroidered (in black and white sequins) party frocks, beige silk faille with gold stitching, tweeds, embroidered leather skirts, and a stunning black leather jacket and faille skirt number both elaborately embroidered in gold and metallic yarn, highlighted by antique metal sequins and beads. And if that’s not hopeful or exuberant enough, the collect…
Posted by Ardent Editor on February 26th, 2009
Oscar fever has come and gone, and best people in the film industry have been awarded for their, well, being great at what they do. Naturally, fans have their own opinions – probably a lot of Mickey Rourke fans went several dollars poorer, while gay rights activists and supporters reached out for their celebratory martinsi. Titanic fans most likely heaved a “finally” sigh. And, Brangelina fans were most likely disappointed, believing that the nominated pair should have won based on their beauty …
Posted by Ardent Editor on February 19th, 2009
When hard-partying, rehab frequenter and friends-of-celebs designer Marc Jacob took his love for all things Parisian and mixed it with some African flavor, we knew we something – or a lot of things – good is/were going to come out of his Spring-Summer 2009 collection. As for the collection’s add-ons, it was accessories galore. The tribal-art inspired jewelry pieces and shoes were fairly conspicuous and, as Style.com put it “loaded” enough. But is was the handbags that really caught he eye. Case…
Posted by Ardent Editor on February 5th, 2009
For the fashion House’s Spring 2009 Ready-To-Wear runway show, Donatella Versace showcased a surprisingly simple, youthful, and and of course, sexy collection. Apparently the days of bling and embellishments are over. Even the accessories – the handbags, at least, reflected this ‘new’ level of sophistication and attention to detail. Like the Multi-ring Hobo. The crescent-shaped handbag is made of leather with pleated detail and satin lining inside.The sparkly ring closure and the stack of gold-…
Posted by Ardent Editor on February 5th, 2009
We are in a recession. With difficult times ahead, many are wondering what will happen to luxury businesses that thrive on extravagance and exuberance. The Fashion World’s answer seems to be: When the going gets tough, the fab get going. In the past, the rise and fall of hemlines herald economic change. When hemlines go down, so does the economy, and vise-versa. Last year’s Time Style & design article reported that fashion is going ‘back to black’ – literally, in a sense. And many agree that thi…
Posted by Ardent Editor on January 15th, 2009
Anne Hathaway has gone from Disney princess to full-fledged Hollywood A-lister. No more is this more apparent than in her red carpet looks. The young award-winning actress is a consistent inclusion in best-dressed lists and that makes young women everywhere want to dress up like her. Here’s how to dress like Anne Hathaway.Classic beautyAnna Hathaway is blessed with a classically beautiful face and the perfect skin to match. It is no wonder she looks good in almost anything. She plays up her cla…
Posted by Ardent Editor on January 8th, 2009
This Spring, Coach has recently introduced its Penelope line with promises of “new styles, soft textures, and surprising colors.”With the Penelope Leather Shopper, the label did not disappoint. The Penelope leather shopper is made of pebbled leather with patent leather trim. It has silver tone hardware and fabric lining.The bag has an open top and closes using interior magnetic snaps. It has 18″ straps with a 7 1/4” drop. The leather shopper is very roomy and has a number of pockets – one insid…
Posted by Ardent Editor on December 18th, 2008
Young Hollywood’s favorite brand, Juicy Couture is the “go to” label for edgy, young and stylish apparel and accessories. A surefire favorite among the Hollywood “It” girls, the Tassel Baby Fluffy is made of velour with leather trim. It has gold tone hardware and shoulder straps with rings. What makes Juicy Couture bags distinct is the detailing. The front of the Tassel Baby Fluffy is embroidered with the brand’s name and a flower, along with a bow applique and a chain tassel, plus side flap po…
Posted by Ardent Editor on December 11th, 2008
Some people think that winter is a bad time for style and fashion, what with all the layering of clothes that make you look rounder than Frosty the Snowman.The truth is, winter is actually a great season for dressing up in style – with the right set of clothes, that is. Fashionable winter jackets and trench coatsBuy fashionable jackets and trench coats. They are actually style essentials. You could easily go from drab to fab in seconds with a fashionable coat. Coats make you look put together e…
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