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Rag & Bone Biker Tailcoat: Biker Chick Chic

You can always count on Rag & Bone for a combination of downtown urban edginess and British-influenced style. And what better example of this union is there than a Biker Tailcoat (at Barneys New York for $1,595)? High-class grunge at its finest! This long sleeve wool coat zips up the front, but is also overlain … Continue reading “Rag & Bone Biker Tailcoat: Biker Chick Chic”

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Top Exotic Backpacks: Make a Grand Exit

A whole bunch of backpacks were seen sported on the spines of fashionistas at Fashion Week in New York. A backpack in your arsenal is much-needed, for certain days when practicality must prevail (traveling, field trips, long walks, sight-seeing, and, yes, runway shows!). But hold off when you’ll be making a ton of miscellaneous stops … Continue reading “Top Exotic Backpacks: Make a Grand Exit”

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Pierre Hardy Calfskin Shopper: Works Like a Charm

The word “carry-all” sounds so mundane. That is, until you find yourself with this in your hand. This is a big, structured, boxy bag – it reminds me of a magazine-holder – but for work, this is perfection. Picture it: with two roomy (yet stiff) compartments, and a zippered section down the center, you’ll never … Continue reading “Pierre Hardy Calfskin Shopper: Works Like a Charm”

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Top 5 New iPhone Cases: Serve and Protect

Every once in awhile, your technology could use an upgrade. And I’m not talking about the latest iPhone model (although I, for one, can’t wait!). We change our clothes and bags often, so why don’t our trusty phones deserve the same treatment? A new case, whether it’s a protective sleeve or a snap-on shield, is … Continue reading “Top 5 New iPhone Cases: Serve and Protect”

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Top 5 Wedge Boots: Something to Fall Back On

Top 5 Wedge Boots: Something to Fall Back On Jeans, meet your best friend for fall. Actually, these will be popular with your whole wardrobe  – a few could even be fab with the right pencil skirt. A platformed wedge makes for easy living. You can run with the wind and not get slowed down. … Continue reading “Top 5 Wedge Boots: Something to Fall Back On”

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Pierre Hardy Snakeskin Platform Sandals: Cubism Movement

Pierre Hardy’s art-school roots are in full swing. There is certainly a lot of visuals going on here: multiple colors, nebulous shapes, snakeskin, and, of course, the cubist web, a trademark Hardy theme. The shield of transparent cubes is reminiscent of the old arcade video game Q*Bert, which dates me and most of you won’t … Continue reading “Pierre Hardy Snakeskin Platform Sandals: Cubism Movement”

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