Need It - Sophie Theallet for Nine West

Sophie Theallet has created a capsule collection of accessories in collaboration with the shoe retailer Nine West. Winner of the CFDA/Vogue Fashion Fund, Theallet feverpitch has been rising since her first collection back in spring of 2006. 


French and fabulous, Sophie Theallet's designs capture bohemian luxe. Her attention to detail is immaculate which makes each piece a treasure to own. Available in May of 2011, her collaboration with Nine West will make her designs attainable for everyone. The collection is comprised of the classic pieces everyone should own for spring; ballet flats, wedges, and double platform sandals as well as handbags and charms. 

Sophie Theallet for Nine West will only be available in 45 stores 

around the world as well as online. 

Pretty in pink with this ribbon accented t-strap pump

Easy breezy in this ballet flat, a staple for spring

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Run around town with this rafia bag will take you from day to night

Desire - Fashion Library

As a collector of fashion books, I am always on the hunt for the latest title. Upon my discovery of Assouline's Leather Trunk by MCM I literally almost died. Full of 40 titles about fashion, art and design. Though I have yet found the reason to justify such a purchase (this bad boy runs for about 5k) I thought I should share this discovery with my readers. Until then, I will continue my collection title by title, but a girl can dream can't she?

Desire - Be My Valentine

Valentines Day - synonymous with hearts, candy, roses... and of course jewelry. 

So instead of giving the classic heart shaped necklace, why not show your lover another side of your passion with these fabulous unexpected pieces? 

A perfect declaration of your love that you want to lock down.

Get frisky with a pair of Jack Vartarian 18k rose gold handcuff
bracelet with diamond accented hinges

Lock it up and throw away the key with a Cartier Love bracelet.
This bangle only comes off when opened with the tiny screwdriver show above.

Actions speak louder than words with Asprey's collection of sterling silver
 postcards are etched with sweet nothings

I Want Candy - Miu Miu Resort 2011

While looking out my window at the snow covered city, all I can think about is the spring and the fashion that comes with it. The runways were bursting with colors, patterns, and sex appeal.  

My favorite Resort 2011 collection was Miu Miu. This collection takes you back to Paris in the 1970’s with its fun patterns, bold colors and lingerie inspired shapes.

Miuccia Prada created a line that channels sensuality and innocence, masculinity and femininity, order and freedom with a collection of ready to wear crafted out of light fabrics that will take you from cool spring nights into the heat of the summer.

Get ready to stash your snow boots and down coats to trade them in for armfuls of bracelets and ultra girly accessories.

Go short or long, play with patterns, and top it off with a structured blazer

Feeling groovy in patterned pallazzo pants and sweet accessories

French and feminine in lingerie inspired silhouettes 

Desire - Wearable Art

Designer Mary Katrantzou created a dazzling debut for her first stand-alone fashion show for Spring 2011. Her collection was a feast for the eyes. The designer was inspired by the work of photographers Helmut Newton and Guy Bourdin; their highly stylized images are reflected in each dress that hit the runway.  The garments were adorned with graphic prints pulled from vintage editions of Architectural Digest and World of Interiors and skirts were fashioned into lampshades. Each a surreal masterpiece.

Want It - Homage to a Muse

Finally! Hitting bookshelves this month is Mario Testino's personal homage to one of the greatest style icons of all time: Kate Moss. The book was released earlier this year in limited production (1500 to be exact) that were personally signed and numbered by Testino. Overwhelming demand for the book prompted the production of more affordable version. 


Over a 100 images of Moss taken by Mario Testino fill the pages of this book. His tribute chronicals their professional relationship as it takes you behind the scenes at runway shows to the sets of groundbreaking editorial shoots. Get your hands on a copy and add it to your collection today.

Kate Moss and Mario Testino

Desire - Bag Lady

Every woman needs a great handbag. Its the one accessory that can carry you from season to season year after year. This seasons is full of gorgeous bags that are hand crafted from the finest materials. So whether you choose a classic knot, envelope clutch or a fabulous tote have fun with texture and color.

The quintessential Bottega Veneta Knot Clutch cast in an antique pink.
Small enough to fit in your hand, big enough for your BlackBerry

Valentino's Alligator embossed leather clutch with studded handle
 detail  is the perfect mix of punk and posh

Add a punch of color to any look with Proenza Schouler stripe bag

Desire - Jimmy Choo

Jimmy Choo is celebrating his 15th anniversary this year. The shoe maker whose namesake is synonymous with luxury has released one of his most coveted collections to date.

The Cruise line is full of sky high stilettos crafted out of butter soft leather available in a variety of shades ranging from electric green to neutral cognac. But out of all the amazing styles my most desired pair of the collection is the Zafira.

Cast in a warm taupe hue, these suede beauties are adorn with hand sewn Swarovski Crystal. Sporting a six inch heel height, this sexy shoe wraps up to your ankle creating a feminine silhouette that makes your stems seem endless. I die.




The Zafira



Leighton Meester at the 2011 Golden Globe Awards rocking the Zafira

Need it - Chloe Sevigny for Opening Ceremony

Fashion tastemaker Chloe Sevigny released her third collection for the famed New York retailer Opening Ceremony. Her collection is a throwback to 1990’s streetwear that is composed of five silhouetted dresses: full skirt, pinafore, romper, sleeveless and straight that are available in five prints and colorways; floral, houndstooth, leopard, paisley and polka dot.

The collection is not just limited to the dresses; there are other strong pieces like a great pair of leather pants and distressed denim cut off shorts. Pair these pieces with the collections line of exclusive cropped tee’s adorned with the iconic images of the late photographer Robert Mapplethrope. Top off your look with tights, a knitted cap and a trendy half moon purse.

Sevigny has succeeded in creating the ultimate collection of mix and match where her customer can  create layered looks that are edgy, modern and sexy.

The leopard motif gives this girly full skirt dress a kick of edge.
Go geek and pair the dress with black leather oxford style platforms

Sexy and modern in a cropped tee and black leather pants.
 pull the look together with a chunky knit and combat boots

Pairing neutrals instead of black with these cutoffs create a look that is hard and soft.
Add edge by mixing printed ankle socks with cognac mary jane's.

Want it - Black Pearl

Need a new color that will take you through the transition of winter to spring? Get the equivalent of smoky eyes for your nails in this fantastic shade of Chanel Nail Colour – Black Pearl.

Comprised of iridescent flecks of copper, emerald, and onyx; this shade captures the indefinable beauty of the rare natural black pearl. Light illuminates the polish turning your manicured fingers into little chameleons. This shade rivals the popularity of OPI Lincoln Park After Dark so get your hands on a bottle… or five.

Chanel Black Pearl

Black Pearl as seen on the runway

Best Dressed of the Year - Blake Lively

With her all American looks, long blonde hair and even longer legs; Blake Lively has certainly made a splash in 2010 emerging to be the new darling of the fashion world. She possesses the ability to wear a dress as it was designed to be worn allowing her to rock a dress without looking like she’s trying.

Her moment came this year while attending the Couture shows in Paris. Her poise garnered the attention of Karl Langerfeld of Chanel and Anna Wintour of Vogue. Shoe designer Chrisitian Loubouton was so enamored with her style he created a heel and named it the Blake.

The best thing about Blake Lively’s look is that it’s not some stylists image, she dresses herself for each event.  She can look “girl next door” one day and then turn on the va-va voom the next. Gracing the covers of various glossy’s, starring in movies, and the lead character of the CW’s Gossip Girl I am certain we are just beginning to see where Blake Lively’s career is heading and I can't wait to see what she wears next! 

Wearing a stunning scarlet Versace gown with a
how low can you go necklineand nude Christian Louboutin heels

Channeling a modern day goddess look in this gorgeous
Alexander Wang dress and sky-high cognac heels

Looking oh-so French in navy Chanel

Show-stopping in this electric blue one shoulder Marchesa

Looking like a life-size Barbie in hot pink Michael Kors

Best Dressed of the Decade - Kate Moss

Kate Moss is a fashion icon. As one of the most recognizable faces in the industry, she graced the cover of over 90 glossy's and held countless contracts with top fashion houses such as Gucci, Roberto Cavalli, David Yurman, and Calvin Klein. This is why I would label her Best Dressed of the Decade.


She was discovered in JFK International Airport at age 14 en route home to London from family vacation in the Bahamas. Shortly thereafter she landed a modeling contract with Calvin Klein. Known as the Anti-Supermodel she is only 5'7 and pin thin; a far cry from the Glamazon's curvacious bodies of the 1980's. She is credited in ushering in the "Heroine Chic" and "Waif" look that dominated the runways in the early 1990's.

Her career accolades speak for themselves; she has been on every major runway in London, New York, Paris and Milan. She's graced the coveted Vanity Fair's Best Dressed List, Forbes ranked her the second highest earning model in 2007 and W Magazine had labeled her their muse. Even statues have been erected in her honor. Sculptor Marc Quinn created a 18 karat gold statue of Moss entitled Siren. Weighing in at 110lbs, it is the largest statue made from gold since the time of Ancient Egyptians.

Moss possess the uncanny ability to look ultra fabulous in everything that she wears. Fashionista's can thank her for bringing back pieces such as the blazer, cut off denim shorts, ankle booties and skinny jeans. She has a style that is effortless but cutting edge whether it be jeans and white tee or a vintage Christian Dior gown.

Kate Moss wearing a floor length white silk Vintage Christian Dior 
accompanied by fashion photographer Mario Testino 

Dazzling in a metallics at the Met Ball wearing 
Marc Jacobs, sky high stilettos and a fabulous turban

Feminine and flirty in a buttercup yellow 
chiffon one shoulder dress

Rocking cut off shorts and Hunter wellie boots 
at a concert in London

 Casually chic in a heather grey long sleeve
top and high waisted denim