Wednesday Sample Sale October 17

October 16, 2012 by 1 Comment

Fashion Reverie seeks to keep its loyal readers informed of great samples sales. Just remember, product disappears quickly, so it is important to get there early. Also, most sample sales won’t let you try on garments, so know your size. Happy Shopping!!

Brand: Carlos Falchi Sample Sale

WHEN: 10/17(9am–7pm) & 10/18 (10am–7pm)

WHERE: 225 Fifth Avenue, between 26th and 27th Streets

WHY: Steep discounts on totes, satchels, clutches, and mini bags

 

Brand: Elie Tahari Sample Sale

WHEN:  Through 10/20, (8:30am–7:30pm) Saturday (10am–5pm)

WHERE: 501 Fifth Avenue, 2nd Floor, bet. 41st & 42nd Streets

WHY: 70% off Women’s, Men’s, Shoes and Handbags!

 

 

 

 

 

Brand: Leila Shams Sample Sale

WHEN:  10/17 through 10/18, (5pm–8pm)

WHERE: 25-27 Mercer Streets, Suite 2B

WHY: Discounts of Fall 2012 collection and other select styles.

 

 

 

Brand: Cinzia Rocca Sample Sale

WHEN:  Through 10/19 (9:30am–5pm)

WHERE: 30 Central Park South, Penthouse

WHY: Major discounts on Fall coats. Most coats on sale are a size 6, with a few larger sizes included. Cash only.

—Staff

 

This Fall Find the Fountain of Youth in your Makeup Bag

October 13, 2012 by 3 Comments

As women mature, style and appearance should evolve to further enhance and compliment maturing features. However, what resides in your makeup bag has the potential to make you look five years older or several years younger.

Flawless Features

The most common mistake women make when attempting to hid imperfections is applying heavy amounts of face powder. Face powder actually settles into creases, making imperfections more prominent. Instead, opt for a weightless liquid foundation with total coverage that allows pores to breathe, while still providing a natural smooth finish. A sheer liquefied formula creates the illusion of a glowing complexion. However, older women are encouraged to avoid bronzers, as they tend to accentuate age spots. MAC makeup artist Toni Hamilton suggests applying liquid foundation with a brush or a damp sponge for the ultimate “flawless” appearance. Hamilton suggests Studio Fix Fluid Foundation with SPF15 by MAC.

Studio Fix Foundation courtesy of MAC.com

Beautiful Brows

Fuller brows with a high arch are a sign of youth, which can be achieved by applying a brow powder to enhance thin hair. The eyebrows are often underrated but have the ability to redefine a woman’s face. To create the illusion of fine brow hairs, use a powder similar to your natural hair color, and apply the powder with a small angled makeup brush for the perfect shape. Clarins Pro Palette Eyebrow Kit was voted the best brow kit for fall 2012.

Clarins Pro Palette Eyebrow Kit images courtesy of clarins.com

Blush

Often the underdog in cosmetic bags, blush provides immediate color to dull skin. Achieve a glowing appearance by applying blush to the highest point of the cheekbone for an instant lift. Ideally a rose toned blush is perfect for contouring cheekbones, and is flattering to all skin tones. For the perfect hue, try Tarte Amazonian Clay 12-Hour, which is an eco-friendly blush that contains antioxidants and skin-firming clay.

Tarte Amazonian Clay 12-Hour courtesy of tartecosmetics.com

Eye Candy

The perfect eyeshadow is essential in achieving a radiant appearance. Harsh bold shadows are aging, and shimmer shadows expose creases. Instead, use colors that are matte based that make the eyes appear larger and lifted. Used by the best industry makeup artists, Dior 5-Colour provides satin and matte finishes with infinite pairings.

Dior 5-Colour image courtesy of dior.com

Lipstick

As women mature, their lips have a propensity to get thinner and “smile lines” become more prominent. Darker lipstick shades accentuate age lines, whereas neutral and rosy-colored lipsticks are better alternatives. Chanel Glossimer is a high shine gloss that will provide the appearance of a fuller pout and vivacious color.

Chanel Glossimer image courtesy of chanel.com

—Chandia Brennen

 

 

Trend Alert: Peplum for Spring/Summer 2013

October 12, 2012 by 4 Comments

So many ideas originated with the Greeks. Democracies, philosophy, the Pythagorean Theorem—though some infer that the roots of these mathematical equations came from Egypt—and even pizza. The Greeks also has the first crack at one of the continuing trends for spring/summer 2013, peplum.

In ancient Greece peplum could be anything from a woman’s loose outer tunic to a shawl. And though the look and silhouette of peplum has changed throughout the ages, for the most part the peplum silhouette has consistently given women that instant hourglass shape.

The peplum silhouette of the 1860s is not that far removed from silhouette seen on modern runways. Though it was not attached at the waist, the 1860s peplum did have an extra overskirt and flounce.

Peplum 1940s

The modern peplum silhouette became very popular in the 1940s, helped by film icon Lauren Bacall in her first film, To Have and Have Not. In 1944 costume designer Milo Anderson outfitted Bacall in a checkered peplum suit that served as Bacall’s main outfit throughout the film. Soon after, peplum began popping up in film and on Parisian runways.

Lauren Bacall in “To Have or Have Not”

Peplum was peeped a plenty by fashion pundits during fall/winter 2012 presentations. (Hmm, that’s a tongue twister.) And for spring/summer 2013 several designers continued the peplum trend in their collections. Though the peplum silhouette has not strayed dramatically from its 1940s re-introduction, in this current incarnation, designers have found innovative ways to incorporate the peplum motif that will keep fashion-conscious consumers begging for more.

Monique Lhuillier spring/summer 2013. Images courtesy of style.com

For spring/summer 2013 Monique Lhuillier was inspired by water and aquatic life. Lhuillier also employed the mermaid/water nymph motif in this collection which served the peplum motif well. Imagine water nymphs with extra fins around the waist and hip area. Instead of a ruffled peplum with flounce and movement, Lhuillier’s peplum was more static and architectural, but still flattering to the hip area. Though many industry trend predictors contend that designers should only include a few peplums looks in their collection, Lhuillier decided to counter this advice and include several peplum pieces in this outing. And matched with her aquatic inspiration, this decision was a win win.

Nicole Miller spring/summer 2013. Images courtesy of style.com

Nicole Miller, in her quest to revitalize her brand, attempted to find a balance edgy chic seen through the lens of youthful vitality. Instead of incorporating the more sophisticated uses of peplum, Miller went for dropped-waist peplum with flounce or pairing peplum with tribal prints or peplum peeping under edgy, biker jackets. And it worked.

Falguni & Shane Peacock spring/summer 2013. Images courtesy of Ernest Green

Known for rocker glam chic, Falguni & Shane Peacock’s spring/summer 2013 collection was a combination or space-age rockstar meets cypher couture. Falguni & Shane Peacock expertly combined their digital prints and metallic fabrications with modern peplum silhouettes. And like Lhuillier, their peplums were more fashion-forward and architectural than classically feminine.

Kristi Vosbeck spring/summer images courtesy of Adrianna Favero

Emerging designer Kristi Vosbeck has also picked up the peplum silhouette for her spring/summer 2013 collection, evidenced in three looks. Though Vosbeck’s peplum dresses are reminiscent of the 1940s silhouettes, by marrying peplum with the continuing trend of animal prints, Vosbeck elevates her looks from just an homage to the 40s peplum to garments that lots of women will want in their spring/summer wardrobe.

Dries Van Noten spring/summer 2013 images courtesy of style.com

European runways also continued the peplum trend this season. Dries Van Noten mixed a few peplum looks into their Kurt Cobain/grunge‒inspired collection. Dries Van Noten brilliantly combined the hard and the soft, the masculine and the feminine is this spring/summer outing. A plaid jacket with a peplum flounce paired with a floral silk organza skirt distilled Dries Van Noten’s hard/soft polarity. While floral-embellished peplum jackets with plaid masculine, knee-shorts forwarded the androgynous aesthetic.  And Sarah Burton for Alexander McQueen used the peplum silhouette as an opportunity to express the honeycomb motif seen throughout the collection.

Alexander McQueen spring/summer 2013 images courtesy of glamour.com

Whether the peplum silhouette embraces a futuristic slant or revels in classic sophistication, for spring/summer 2013 it is a far cry from what the Greeks had in mind. And for fashion, which is always moving forward,  that is a good thing!!

—William S. Gooch

 

 

Wednesday Sample Sale

October 10, 2012 by Leave a Comment

Fashion Reverie seeks to keep its loyal readers informed of great samples sales. Just remember, product disappears quickly, so it is important to get there early. Also, most sample sales won’t let you try on garments, so know your size. Happy Shopping!!

Brand: Gant Sample Sale

WHEN: 10/11 thru 10/13 (Thurs. and Fri.,10am–7pm) (Saturday,10am–5pm)

WHERE: 280 Fifth Avenue, between 28th and 29th Streets

WHY: Up to 80% off retail on men’s and women’s clothing and limited accessories.

 

Brand: Tusk Sample Sale

WHEN:  10/12 through 10/20; Mon–Friday (11am–7pm), (Closed Sunday, October 14)

WHERE: 242 West 26th Street, between 7th and 8th Avenues

WHY: 50% to 70% off small leather accessories and handbags, both men and women.

 

 

 

 

Brand: CP Fashion Group Sample Sale

WHEN:  10/12 through 10/21

WHERE: 20 West 36th Street, 6th Floor, between 5th and 6th Ave.

WHY: 70% off retail on women’s, men’s, and accessories. Designers include Just Cavalli, GF Ferre, C’N’C Costume National, Galliano, and Ermanno Scervino.

—Staff

 

Editor’s Pick: Perrelet Revs Up with New Turbine Racing Series Watches

October 4, 2012 by Leave a Comment

Photo courtesy of Benali Consulting

Watch lovers, start your engine.

Perrelet has announced the special edition turbine racing series in their new collection of sports watches. Battling it out on the track are the Turbine, with a 44 mm-diameter case, and the Turbine XL, with a 50 mm-diameter case.

Reflecting some of Perrelet’s most iconic timepieces, the vivid and bold color stands out, making this sporty spirited watch a must have for any Daytona 500 fan. Inspired by racing cars and their bodywork, the sports watches come in a variety of race car colors. From red and yellow to blue and white, these electric colors look fresh off the track.

Using luminescent Arabic numerals, the inner bezel ring matches the eye-popping color band. Resembling the turbine of an actual race car, the fan-shaped line pattern below the dial captures the quality and  feel of a 12-blade turbine.

The luminescent hour and minute hands gives precise readbility. The Turbine Racing collection by Perrelet also showcases  DLC-treated steel cases  in red, blue and yellow. Another point of interest for the consumer who loves style is the white watch design that combines the essences of natural steel with Perrelet’s classic signature aesthetic, rendering a design that is both classic and fashion forward.

Photo courtesy of Benali Consulting

Retailing at $7,150, this Perrelet design takes first place in quality and craftsmanship. For more information, visit http://www.turbineperrelet.com

–Cory Orlando

Wednesday Sample Sales

September 26, 2012 by 1 Comment

Fashion Reverie seeks to keep its loyal readers informed of great samples sales. Just remember, product disappears quickly, so it is important to get there early. Also, most sample sales won’t let you try on garments, so know your size. Happy Shopping!!

Brand: Zang Toi Sample Sale

WHEN: Today 9/26 (11am–8pm)

WHERE: 30 West 57th Street, 7th Floor

WHY: Fall women’s sample sale, must RSVP or call at zangtoi@houseoftoi.com/212.757.1200

 

Brand: Rent the Runway Sample Sale

WHEN:  10/01 through 10/06; Mon–Friday (10am–7pm), Saturday (10am–5pm)

WHERE: 260 Fifth Avenue, between 28th and 29th Streets

WHY: Savings of up to 95% of retail prices on Badgley Mischa, Catherine Malandrino, David Meister, Rebecca Taylor, Nicole Miller and many others.

 

 

Brand: Gilded Age Sample Sale

WHEN:  10/3 through 10/6

WHERE: 580 Broadway, between E Houston and Prince Streets, Suite 912

WHY: 60-80% off men’s jeans, sweaters, jackets, shirts, shoes and outerwear

—Staff

 

 

Aghabhumi Fashion Week GIVEAWAY

September 8, 2012 by 6 Comments

 

PRIZES

1st place:

2nd place:

3rd place: Shawl Jacket

HOW TO ENTER

Fill out the form below to enter a chance to win the exclusive and exotic pieces from Bali, Indonesia. To learn more about Aghabhumi visit their website at www.aghabhumi.com

DEADLINE: September 18th by MIDNIGHT

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ABOUT AGABHUMI

“The name “Agabhumi” was chosen as it means “ancient firmament” and represents, for us, a reflection of the strength and creativity of the artisans with whom we have the pleasure of working. The ability of these craftspeople to produce unique and exciting designs is world renowned and we truly feel it is a mission to help expose the breadth of their collective talents to consumers hungry for special, utilitarian design. By feeding this talent pool with design trends from the high fashion market, we put Agabhumi at the head of the fashion curve.” -www.agabhumi.com

Fashion Reverie Welcomes Coco Mitchell

September 1, 2012 by Leave a Comment


Fashion Reverie is pleased to announce as an addition to our staff supermodel Coco Mitchell as creative consultant. Everyone knows the stories of Cindy Crawford, Naomi Campbell, Linda Evangelista, Christy Turlington, Janice Dickinson, and Pat Cleveland, but among the constellation of supermodels, Coco Mitchell shines just as bright. Discovered on the streets of New York City by the legendary Eileen Ford, Coco Mitchell has graced the pages of Mademoiselle, Glamour, Essence, Italian and French Vogue, as well as countless other fashion publications. And the list of designers and brands she has worked with is long and extensive. From Armani, Chado Ralph Rucci, Bill Blass, Chanel, Givenchy, Gian Franco Ferre, Thierry Mugler, Calvin Klein to Patrick Kelly, Sonia Rykiel, Issey Miyake, Badley Mischa, and Donna Karan, Coco Mitchell is among that select group of models who season after season continues to inspire, evoke mood and fashion-forward glamour.

Coco Mitchell is now taking her wealth of knowledge and experience and funneling that wisdom into consulting, coaching, and educating young industry professionals. By educating and motivating people of all ages, Coco Mitchell is giving back and enriching an industry which has given her so much. Coco Mitchell is currently signed with Major Model Management.

In addition to Coco Mitchell, Fashion Reverie has added Dana E. Givens as a Contributing Fashion Writer.

—Staff

Editor’s Picks: Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Must-Haves

August 28, 2012 by Leave a Comment

In just under three weeks, editors, bloggers, stylists, photographers and fashionistas will scurry between Lincoln Center and other fashion show venues as they blog, write, document and get a glimpse of all the fashion trends and glorious collections that will parade back and forth over hallowed runways. In spite of all the hustle and bustle that accompanies this biannual deluge of fashion and beauty, it is still important to be on trend and look your best. Fashion Reverie has come up with a few hot items that may set you apart from all the other trendsetters. After all, fashion is more than the style of the day, but what is happening next.

Though everyone wants to get noticed and look their best, if you are a fashion journalist who is hurrying from runway shows to presentations, comfort as well as style is important. For fall 2012, Snob Essentials, a collaboration between DL1961A Premium Denim and BagSnob, has launched a line of fashion-forward skinny jeans that will not only attract attention but is also promotes ease of movement and comfort. The collection has seven fashion forward styles for every day of the week and is made with DL1961’s signature X-FIT 4-way stretch denim. These limited edition styles are currently available at Bloomingdale’s, Nordstrom, Neiman Marcus, as well as their respective e-commerce sites.

Image courtesy of Collaterals

Fashion Reverie never leaves out the guys. So, for the male fashion industry professionals that may be attending such prestigious events as the very exclusive 7th Annual Fashion Award Benefit Luncheon or the very-hard-to-get-into Marc Jacobs, Donna Karan, Michael Kors, and Calvin Klein shows, Collaterals has just launched a revolutionary selection of foldable, cuff links that not only dazzle, but have an automatic locking component. The only foldable cuff links of its kind, the Prometheus-inspired cufflinks are made of hand-polished, premium steel and feature a locking capability that fastens your cuffs in place, eliminating baggy shirts cuff that usually found with conventional cuffs. The Prometheus-inspired cuff links come in mother-of-pearl, black onyx with a leather centerpiece and retails for $125

As you are chatting on your IPhone or rambling through your bag for your IPad or taking notes the old school way, remember that there is a deep connection between pop art and fashion. The confluence of fashion and pop art is no more evident than in the pop culture icon Andy Warhol. Warhol started his career as a fashion illustrator at several fashion publications and founded the fashion and entertainment magazine, Interview.

Incase believes that everyone can have a better experience through design. And their mantra is put to good use in their new designs for IPhone, IPad and Macbook and shoulder bags featuring Warhol iconography. Remember, during Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week you want to stand out and with these new products from Incase, you will not only grab attention, but also be noted as a trendsetter.

You will definitely make a statement with the Warhol shoulder bag for your computer. This great item retails for $149.00. You can also be fashion-forward with IPhone covers that retail for $39.95.

Fashionable on the outside, as well as being good at what you do. What more could you ask for!!

—William S. Gooch

 

 

Editor’s Pick: SoftSheen-Carson’s Miracle Oil Collection

August 28, 2012 by 1 Comment

You think you have it all together. You’ve got great outfits, the pearly whites are dazzling, your skin is glowing, and all that time you spent in the gym has paid off. No one will have anything on you for New York Fashion Week.  Yet, like a lot of women, there are always concerns about your hair. Though you may have a great coif, if you are running from one runway show to the next, ending your day at a splendid Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week party, the key to your hair’s success is versatility.

SoftSheen-Carson Laboratories has come up with the Optimum Salon Haircare Miracle Oil collection, which includes 6-IN-1 Miracle Oil, Miracle Oil Hair Moisturizer and Miracle Oil Hair Crème. Whether you want to keep your hair natural or your hair is relaxed into a stylish coif, the Optimum Salon Haircare Miracle Oil collection keeps your hair moisturized and strengthens hair to help prevent breakage.

”The Miracle Oil Moisturizer is composed of six different oils (apricot, argan, avocado, coconut, sunflower and jojoba). They are all essential oils and for women who want to wear their hair naturally, this is a great product. You will get condition, shine and softness, all at the same time. There are several uses for this product. You can use it also as a conditioner, hair moisturizer, hair frizz controller, even skin moisturizer,” explains Mezai Jefferson, SoftSheen-Carson senior manager of education.

Actress/Model Tracee Ellis Ross agrees, “I always have so many hair products in my bathroom, but with the 6-IN-1 Miracle Oil Moisturizer I can get rid of all those product and get what I want for my daily needs in one product. And at $8.99, think how much money you will save.”

“This product will control your frizz and provide moisture all day. The Miracle Oil products are light enough that they won’t weigh your hair down … And for women who want that versatility for their hair this product will condition your hair after  flat ironing and if you want to wear your hair natural, it is great for frizz control,” details Mezai Jefferson.

Images courtesy of Softsheen-Carson

Okay, great clothes, great skin, dazzling smile, slammin’ physique, and now great options for your hair. Hmm, I think you are ready for Fashion Week!!

—William S. Gooch

 

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