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Salvatore Ferragamo Launching W Bag on Fashion’s Night Out

Fashion’s Night Out, the worldwide extravaganza spearheaded by Vogue to get consumers back into stores to engage with retailers and their splendid products taking place September 10, has gotten some serious street cred thanks to the number of designers that have decided to use it as a launch pad for new products. To wit, Salvatore … Continue reading “Salvatore Ferragamo Launching W Bag on Fashion’s Night Out”

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Chanel Weekend Motorcycle Boot

It’s like Doc Martens meets UGG boots – but with a chic twist. This Chanel motorcycle boot has some serious attitude despite being pretty subtle in design. I love the quilted pattern applied to the leg of the boot while the foot part rests smooth with a traction heel. Fashioned in nylon and calfskin, it’s both durable and stylish.

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Balenciaga Travel Bag

I think I may have found my fall indulgence. I was shopping at Balenciaga the other day and stumbled upon this brand new travel bag that had just arrived in stores. It caught my eye because not only do I love Balenciaga’s metal grommets, but I have a particular affinity for rectangular-shaped luggage (can’t explain … Continue reading “Balenciaga Travel Bag”

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Julia Roberts at “Eat Pray Love” Premiere

As much as I love Julia Roberts’ understated style, I was a bit disappointed by her red carpet pick for Tuesday night’s “Eat Pray Love” premiere. While I can appreciate her choice to mix it up–Stella McCartney tuxedo jacket Diane von Furstenberg shorts, Roger Vivier sandals–what faltered ultimately was the choice of going with all … Continue reading “Julia Roberts at “Eat Pray Love” Premiere”

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Ellen Barkin JAR Ear Pendants

Ladies, start saving your pennies now. A pair of Imperial topaz, ruby and diamond JAR ear pendants that once belonged to Ellen Barkin are on the block again as part of Christie’s upcoming “Jewels: The New York Sale” on Oct. 20. (The earrings originally sold in its Ellen Barkin Collection sale four years ago as … Continue reading “Ellen Barkin JAR Ear Pendants”

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Chanel Double Flap Top Handle/Shoulder Strap Bag

How adorable is this Chanel bag? It’s very rare that I like a classic quilted Chanel bag beyond the timeless 2.55–so you can imagine my delight when I spied this jewel in the Chanel preview. It reminds me of that trend back in the late Nineties when women, particularly in Washington D.C. for some reason, … Continue reading “Chanel Double Flap Top Handle/Shoulder Strap Bag”

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