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Valentino

Valentino Summer Flower Tote

Woah!! This is beyond regular ugly, it is extra special hideous. Pretty much the worst money ever spent, $2690 for Rose Parade trash. There is no redemption in any way, I mean, how can you go so wrong with flowers, which are inherently beautiful? I can think of a thousand ways to make a bag … Continue reading “Valentino Summer Flower Tote”

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Jennifer Aniston’s Wardrobe: The Bounty Hunter

While her latest movie co-starring rumored beau Gerard Butler might not have been met with box office acclaim, the same can’t be said for Jennifer Aniston’s multiple European premiere ensembles. Aniston donned a trio of terrific Valentino outfits–two couture, one ready-to-wear–for her recent red carpet moments, topping them off with a showstopper of a gown … Continue reading “Jennifer Aniston’s Wardrobe: The Bounty Hunter”

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Valentino Alice Glam Feathers Tote

Whether or not this bag is for you, we should all be excited for the return of glam!! Feather and sequins!! What can be more decadent? Well, it’s not like Valentino ever turned sensible but I cannot wait to see what they have in store for us once they pull out all the stops!! You … Continue reading “Valentino Alice Glam Feathers Tote”

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Camille Belle in Valentino

W-O-W. That was the reaction I had when I saw my friend Camilla Belle arrive at The Art of Elysium’s benefit gala over the weekend. Not only was her striking updo very Jackie-O a la Camelot, but this fashion-forward actress looked like walking art in this Valentino ensemble (dress, shoes and clutch). Valentino has struggled … Continue reading “Camille Belle in Valentino”

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Leighton Meester in Valentino’s Couture Braided Tote

Did Granny accidentally get her handbag mixed-up with Blair Waldorf’s!? I mean the Valentino Couture Braided Tote (originally $1,950 now $878) is a perfectly fine bag, especially for around $900, but not for someone in Blair’s age-range (even if her character has a conservative style). I like the twisted top-handle (though I can think of … Continue reading “Leighton Meester in Valentino’s Couture Braided Tote”

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Fall 2009 Key Trends

Want to stay on trend this Fall?  Check out the four key trends for the season– 1. Metallic, 2. Rock-n-roll, 3. Classic, 4. Exotics!  And there is nothing wrong with shopping your closet first for these looks! 1. Shine on— metallic has a long shelf life and will not be going away anytime soon.  L: … Continue reading “Fall 2009 Key Trends”

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