Louis Vuitton Men’s Fall 2011
It’s all about a man bag at Louis Vuitton for fall! Gentlemen, can you dig it? Widely accepted in Europe and Asia for decades, it’s a virtually nonexistent look amongst straight men in the U.S. While I won’t be holding my breath to see this look take off, I must say the bags are beautifully … Continue reading “Louis Vuitton Men’s Fall 2011”
Alexander McQueen Pre-Fall 2011
Having seen the McQueen pre-fall shoe collection, I’m happy to report that newly-installed creative head Sarah Burton’s designs beautifully capture the spirit of the late designer. Overall, the collection captures the whimsical yet decidedly dramatic aura that has always been the McQueen aesthetic. From the stacked platform of a beautiful buckled suede navy boot to … Continue reading “Alexander McQueen Pre-Fall 2011”
Sophie Theallet x Nine West Collection
Utterly charming. And completely affordable. Frugal Snobs, delight in Nine West’s newest offering: a “Shoelaborations” debut of three footwear styles designed by Sophie Theallet. A favorite of Michelle Obama and a protégé of Azzedine Alaïa for many years, the French Theallet wove an adorable tale of “Sophie from Paris Takes a Trip to NYC” for … Continue reading “Sophie Theallet x Nine West Collection”
Minka Kelly x Louis Vuitton Edun Bag
To most of America, actress Minka Kelly is best known as Derek Jeter’s main squeeze and a Leighton Meester lookalike. Criss-crossing the country to promote “The Roommate,” her latest movie, Kelly is travelling in style. Spotted recently at LAX, Minka was carrying Louis Vuitton’s limited edition debossed monogram Révélation brown leather Keepall 45. This bag, … Continue reading “Minka Kelly x Louis Vuitton Edun Bag”
Diane Kruger in Chanel Haute Couture Spring 2011
If anyone was omnipresent at the recent Paris couture shows, it was Diane Kruger. The stunning German actress attended seemingly every show and A-list dinner, clad in the respective house’s wares, natch. But it was at the SIDACTION AIDS Gala dinner at the end of the week that I thought she truly shined. Not only … Continue reading “Diane Kruger in Chanel Haute Couture Spring 2011”
SAG Awards 2011: Best Dressed
Claire Danes in Louis Vuitton: an unexpected choice for the artsy actress, particularly given her penchant for bold, form-hugging gowns (witness the hot pink Calvin Klein Collection dress she wore to the Golden Globes). But it was a refreshing choice the silk printed gown embroidered with silk flowers hand stitched to the bodice of the … Continue reading “SAG Awards 2011: Best Dressed”