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Men’s Paris Top 10: Bonjour, Beautiful

Givenchy: Riccardo wins again. The man has managed to take gothic fashion and elevate it to the highest form of chicness. You know, the one where you see people actually wearing it? Well, this season was no exception, with iconography-based prints, and über fun apparel. If ever you wanted a gilded and tempura Renaissance that … Continue reading “Men’s Paris Top 10: Bonjour, Beautiful”

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Givenchy Antigona Rottweiler Tote: Canine Conniption

This is so scary! I know Givenchy unleashed an especially tough vibe for Fall 2012, a runway teeming with wild patchwork fur, ultra-stiff knee-boots, and serious bursts of leather; however, the new Antigona tote is savage on another level. I love dogs, but our rottweiler buddy isn’t very cute at all. He actually looks rabid. … Continue reading “Givenchy Antigona Rottweiler Tote: Canine Conniption”

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Givenchy Tricolor Scuba Obsedia Messenger: Get It While It’s Hot

Here it is: the messenger to put all other messengers to shame. And the fact that it’s on sale – this is like a fantasy purchase. The sought-after Givenchy Obsedia, known for its enduring downtown-chic vibe, is just not the sort of bag you get lucky enough to score on markdown. Especially in this uniquely … Continue reading “Givenchy Tricolor Scuba Obsedia Messenger: Get It While It’s Hot”

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Givenchy’s Birds of Paradise: Just Say No

Paradise, you say? Not quite! You know I love Givenchy, but it’s not unconditional love. The conditions of my affection are proven by the case of their new Resort 2012 printed bags, which they are also using on dresses to slightly less jarring effects (only slightly). These lavishly ornate patterns remind me of ‘80s Escada, … Continue reading “Givenchy’s Birds of Paradise: Just Say No”

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Top 5 Mirrored Bags: A Moment to Reflect

Just last week, I got hypnotized by shoes glossed with shots of mirror shine. Now it appears I’m obsessed with the looking glass! Currently, I’m captivated by bags with loads of sheen to spare. Think liquid-like shine out of the future, not your typical metallics; these beaming bags emanate a candescent light. Here, the current … Continue reading “Top 5 Mirrored Bags: A Moment to Reflect”

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Mirror, Mirror: The Fairest of All Shiny Shoes

I have been watching the many fairy-tale dramas that are on these days. Now I’ve got happily-ever-after endings on the mind, so here is one fantasy that can be realized: mirrored shoes that will always tell you you are the fairest of them all (please, just let me believe!). One thing that’s not in my imagination? These shoes … Continue reading “Mirror, Mirror: The Fairest of All Shiny Shoes”

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