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Jennifer Aniston in Tabitha Simmons

Say what you will about her acting chops, but Jennifer Aniston sure looks damn good in nude/blush tones–and, more often that not, I’m talking about her choice of gorgeous footwear. This week, at a party in Mexico City to launch her eponymous fragrance, Aniston paired a sparkly Valentino cocktail dress with a pair of nubuck … Continue reading “Jennifer Aniston in Tabitha Simmons”

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Chanel x The Away Project Limited Edition Tote

In France, football, or soccer as Americans call it, is taken very seriously. So is it any surprise that nation, known the world over for its cutting-edge fashion and design, has finally turned to some of its most iconic brands to participate in a unique project? Nike created a special jersey for the 11 players … Continue reading “Chanel x The Away Project Limited Edition Tote”

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Nicholas Kirkwood x Pollini Fall 2011

Still a newbie to Pollini–although he’s certainly no stranger to the world of shoe design–Nicholas Kirkwood unveiled his first fall collection for the Italian brand this week and it’s simply gorgeous. Kirkwood’s own aesthetic was evident, but in soft whispers and undertones, as he married it with Pollini’s heritage and where he sees the brand … Continue reading “Nicholas Kirkwood x Pollini Fall 2011”

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"Fleurs d'Excès" by Victoire de Castellane

Any girl worth her jewels knows the name Victoire de Castellane. The bubbly and whimsical mademoiselle with magnetic child-like tendencies made her name at Chanel, where she designed costume jewelry for 14 years, before joining Dior as its first-ever creative director in 1998. This week the Gagosian Gallery in Paris unleashes her second exhibition, this … Continue reading “"Fleurs d'Excès" by Victoire de Castellane”

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Brian Atwood Fall 2011

When I last saw Brian Atwood, he told me that the metal heel was going to be a major statement for fall. He wasn’t kidding. At his Fall 2011 presentation in Milan over the weekend, the devilishly handsome designer, whose new B Brian Atwood collection hits stores around Labor Day, unveiled a dramatic spiraling gold … Continue reading “Brian Atwood Fall 2011”

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Jil Sander Couture Fall 2011

In a collection that was about as different as night and day, Raf Simons channeled the viewpoint of photographer Diane Arbus for fall, elevating early-sixties fashion with Pop Art color. The results were a mesmerizing mix of interesting combinations: tulip tops with ski pants, stiff quilted wools held in place with padded satin layering and … Continue reading “Jil Sander Couture Fall 2011”

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