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Nicholas Kirkwood Lace Cut-Out Booties

Talk about a statement making pair of booties that’ll take you through the four seasons, from jeans to black tie! While Nicholas Kirkwood has been thoroughly embraced by the fashion world, those in the commonplace world unfamiliar with the Brit’s name should brush up on their accessory vocabulary. Kirkwood is poised to take the shoe … Continue reading “Nicholas Kirkwood Lace Cut-Out Booties”

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MaxMara Olimpia Bag

Designed with the hallmarks of the MaxMara woman in mind–character, independence and passion for design–the Spring 2011 key bag, dubbed the Olimpia, is an elegant Boston bag minimalist shape formulated to be the holdall for a career woman on the move. Named after a historic theatre in Paris, the Olimpia is constructed of supple calfskin, … Continue reading “MaxMara Olimpia Bag”

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Thakoon Print Drape Dress

Before I extol the virtues of this gorgeous dress, can we discuss its price? $525! In this world of markups, it’s practically a bargain for a designer label. One look at this dress and I’m already longing for the arrival of spring and garden parties in the Hamptons. Thakoon is nothing if not a terrific … Continue reading “Thakoon Print Drape Dress”

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Edmundo Castillo Light Sandal

He’s back! Having shuttered his namesake line a handful of years ago to concentrate on being creative director at Sergio Rossi, Edmundo Castillo has moved on–and returned to his original pursuit: designing his own vision. While a full collection will launch in February (I’m counting down the days), Castillo has released this tantalizing “Light” sandal … Continue reading “Edmundo Castillo Light Sandal”

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Damiani Chignon Collection

Inspired by the look achieved when a glamorous woman puts her hair up either ever-so-effortlessly or with dancer precision, Damiani’s aptly-named “Chignon” collection offers, among a suite of offerings, a gorgeous pair of earrings and matching ring. While classic diamond earrings can be on the boring side, these sparklers offer class but with a statement-making … Continue reading “Damiani Chignon Collection”

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Cameron Diaz x Bottega Veneta Luggage

Her choice in men may be questionable–Alex Rodriguez? Seriously?–but the same can definitely not be said for her choice of luggage. Cameron Diaz was spotted over the weekend at LAX looking her typical downtown relaxed self–flat boots, fitted jeans, comfy sweater–but her accessories were decidedly uptown chic, courtesy Bottega Veneta. I love that she’s sporting … Continue reading “Cameron Diaz x Bottega Veneta Luggage”

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