Trend Alert: Leather Here, Leather There, Leather Everywhere

July 31, 2012 by Leave a Comment

Maison Martin Margiela, Donna Karan, Diane Von Furstenberg fall 2012 images courtesy of style.com

Leather never seems to be out of style.  But instead of employing leather in mostly boots, bags and outerwear, for fall 2012 designers have a penchant for using leather in dresses, skirts and as an embellishment to the continuing trends of color, sequins and diaphanous fabrics. Also, for fall 2012 designers are combining leather with more classic silhouettes paying homage to the 50s demure aesthetic and Great Gatsby‒inspired looks. The rock n’ roll, leather looks seen in spring 2012 collections have taken a backseat to a more sophisticated, though sometimes kittenish points of view for fall 2012 outings.

Cynthia Rowley for fall 2012 combined kaleidoscopes of colored leather paired with interesting layering. Rowley adeptly mixed and matched loose-fitting leather separates with more form-fitting tops, leggings and skirts. And instead of the usual muted and neutral palettes seen in most fall collections, Rowley expressed her predilection this season for leather in explosion of color that expanded across a huge color spectrum.

Monique Lhuillier fall/winter 2012 images courtesy of style.com

Monique Lhuillier looked to volcanic rock and molten lava for inspiration for her fall/winter 2012 collection. Lhuillier incorporated a 50’s aesthetic which blended vibrantly in red leather dresses with full skirts.

Tom Ford fall/winter 2012 images courtesy of style.com

There were lots of references in Tom Ford’s fall/winter 2012 collection; think back to Tom Ford’s tenure at Gucci and Bond girl references. Though Ford stayed within the palette of hot red and black, Ford continues to forward the sexy leather revolution this season.

Diane Von Furstenberg fall/winter 2012 images courtesy of style.com

Lastly, Diane Von Furstenberg did not spare leather combinations in her bold, colorful, sophisticated collection. From shiny, colorful wrap coats to wide leather belts to flapper-inspired skirts, Furstenberg more than any other designer this season successfully married leather with the myriad of continuing trends.

 

—William S. Gooch

 

Editor’s Pick: Porsche Design Dashboard P’6620 Watch

July 28, 2012 by 1 Comment

Varicolored with black bracelet ($6,190) Photo courtesy of Paul Wilmot Communications

Nearly ten years after the release of the original Porsche Design watch, the new P’6620 Dashboard model still has a purist interpretation of the luxury brand.

The concept for the P’6000 series is based primarily on clarity and readability of time, date, and chronometry. Lightweight titanium gives the new P’6620 Dashboard a modern, durable presence without sacrificing design. The titanium is also available in black PVD coating in lei of the original black watch pioneered by FA Porsche in 1972.

Rosegold with black bracelet ($34,940) Photo courtesy of Paul Wilmot Communications

With a diameter of 44 millimeters and height of 14.5 millimeters, this watch is sure to make a statement on any wrist. Behind the case lies anti-glare, scratch-resistant crystal making it easy to read regardless of the lighting you are in. Eloquently designed with Arabic numerals and rhodium-plated hands filled with luminescent material, the precision Porsche Design instilled in the dial greatly enhances legibility.

Black PVD coated with black bracelet ($6,810)

The P’6620 Dashboard also comes in four different styles including black, white, varicolored, and gold. The bracelet of this watch is directly integrated into the case for a more comfortable fit.

The striking design of the P’6620 watch also gives respect to the brand itself as it is inspired by minimalist functionalism. The curves and precise cut angles showcase the luxury dial and face with a beautiful contemporary design.

Another feature to the P’6620 that makes it so innovative is the reliable automatic ETA Valjoux 7753 movement in the hand and date disc. The rotor is optimized into the shape of a sports car’s wheel rim, again showing sportive dynamism in Porsche Designs. When the watch is not being worn it has a power reserve of 48 hour.

Visit www.porsche-design.com for more information.

– Cory Orlando

 

Wednesday Sample Sale

July 25, 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, some sample sales won’t let you try on garments, so know your size. Happy Shopping!!


Brand: Nanette Lepore Summer Sample Sale

WHEN: Through Thursday 7/26, (9am–7pm)

WHERE: 225 W. 35th St., nr. Seventh Ave., fourth fl.

 

Brand: Kimberly Orvitz Sample Sale

WHEN:  Through Sunday 7/29 Wed.–Sat. (10:30am–7pm), Sunday (10:30am–6pm)

WHERE: 75 Ninth Ave., nr. 15th St.

WHY: Resort and Spring 2012 merchandise discounted up to 65%

 

 

 

 

Brand: Okslen Sample Sale

WHEN:  Through Wednesday 8/1, Mon.–Sat. (11am–8pm), Sunday (12 noon–7pm)

WHERE: 97 Wooster St., nr. Spring St.

WHY: Up to 70% women’s and men’s items

 

 

Beauty Alert: Beat the Heat with Dark and Lovely’s New Anti-Reversion Cream Serum

July 19, 2012 by 3 Comments

“I am having a heat wave, a tropical heat wave. It isn’t surprising the temperature rising …,” or so the popular Irving Berlin song goes from the 1938 film Alexander’s Ragtime Band.  And a heat wave, lots of humidity and just sweating during your workout can work havoc on your relaxed hair. Well, ladies put your fears of frizzy hair aside, Dark and Lovely has a new product that keeps hair silky, straight in spite of humidity and steamy summer days.

Dark and Lovely® 6 Week Anti-Reversion Cream Serum helps keep your hair perfectly straight and manageable up to six weeks in between relaxing. A lot of women use relaxers in their hair and the first week after the treatment their hair looks great, but as time wears on the humidity and new growth prevents their hair from having that silky smooth look. Dark and Lovely has come up with a new product that blocks our humidity, allowing their hair to retain its silky, straight quality for up to six week,” details Mezai Jefferson, senior education manager for Soft Sheen-Carson. This new technology from Dark and Lovely will also help smooth out new growth and helps to reduce the need for flat ironing between relaxing treatments. “The humidity block technology is a combination of natural ingredients L-arginine and candelilla. The L-arginine gives the hair its softness, while candelilla helps the hair stay smooth and manageable,” explains Jefferson.

Images courtesy of Dark and Lovely

Surprisingly, relaxed hair is not just part and parcel for African American and some Hispanic women. “Twenty-five percent of our customers are non-women of color who either buy our relaxers or use our hair treatment products,” informs Erin Kass, an account director for Dark and Lovely.

And at an affordable $8.99 the price, you can weather that heat wave and still keep your hair smooth, bouncy and silky straight.

Dark and Lovely® 6 Week Anti-Reversion Cream Serum is now available in stores nationwide.

—Earlean Suitte-Henderson

Super Wednesday Sample Sales

July 18, 2012 by Leave a Comment

Though the economy is starting to recover, it is still important to get a good bang for your buck. With that thought in mind, 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: Olive and Bette’s Sample Sale

WHEN: Wednesday only (8am–8pm)

WHERE: 1249 Third Avenue at 72nd Street

WHY:  Save up to 75 percent off dresses, tees, sweaters and denim from Rebecca
Taylor, James Jeans, Joie, Autumn Cashmere, Splendid and more!

 

Brand: Deepa Gurnani Sample Sale

WHEN:  Today, Wednesday (10am–7pm)

WHERE: 35 West 35th Street

WHY: Women’s Accessories, lots of embellished headbands

 

 

 

 


Brand: Eva Franco Sample Sale

WHEN: Friday (12–7pm), Saturday 11am–6pm), Sunday (11am–6pm)

WHERE: 420 West 14th ST. #2NW

WHY: Sample sale of Eva Franco spring/summer 2012 dresses

 

—Staff 

Editor’s Pick: Molton Brown’s Londinium and Limited Edition MMXII Collections

July 17, 2012 by Leave a Comment

For Molton Brown there is no place like home. With the London Olympics being less than two weeks away, Molton Brown didn’t have to look any further than their own backyard for inspiration for their Limited Edition MMXII hand and body wash products. Known as the quintessential connoisseur of hand and body wash products, since 1973, this London-based brand has traveled around the world for rare ingredients for its products.

In honor of the London Olympics, Molton Brown has reissued hand and body washes from the Naran Ji, Paradisiac Pink Pepperpod and Re-Charge Black Pepper Collections, packaged in gold, silver, and bronze bottles. Infused with sweet Florida orange oil and a squeeze of grapefruit, ‘Gold’ Naran Ji Fine Liquid Hand Wash is Molton Brown’s original blend, brimming with naturally deodorizing citrus antioxidants to keep hands clean and fresh. For her, try ‘Silver’ Paradisiac Pink Pepperpod Bath & Shower, packed with a fresh ginger and patchouli punch. For him, choose ‘Bronze’ Re-Charge Black Pepper Bodywash, blending fiery Madagascan black peppercorn oil with lively bergamot for the ideal wake up call.

Molton Brown continues to celebrate the London Olympics with Londinium, its limited edition unisex fine fragrance. As a part of its Navigation Through Scent collection Molton Brown draws inspiration from ancient spice routes with ingredients ranging malt accord, myrrh, wild juniper, bergamot, and peaty oakmoss.

Images courtesy of Paul Wilmot Communications

Londinium combines the old with the new, the old London of fine cigar smells, smart Savile Row suits and whisky cocktails paired with the New London and its rich tapestry of world cultures. All packaged in a limited edition, gold banded bottle.

Londinium retails for $140 and is available at Saks Fifth Avenue, Molton Brown stores and at moltonbrown.com. The Limited Edition MMXII collection retails for $28 and $30, respectively, and is now available at Saks Fifth Avenue, Molton Brown stores, and at moltonbrown.com.

—William S. Gooch

 

The Newlywed Game Free Ticket Giveaway

July 13, 2012 by 2 Comments

Fashion Reverie not only keeps you in the know about all things fashion, but also keeps you informed of great free gifts and giveaways.

Spend a fun-filled day of comedy and cool prizes with Daytime Emmy® Award-winning co-host of The View, Sherri Shepherd as she hosts The Newlywed Game. For free tickets to be a part of the studio audience call 1-888-880-8233 or email nwgtickets@gmail.com. This limited engagement runs through August 10.

The Newlywed Game is located at 222 E. 44th Street (between 2nd & 3rd Avenue).

—Staff

Wednesday Sample Sales

July 11, 2012 by Leave a Comment

Though the economy is starting to recover, it is still important to get a good bang for your buck. With that thought in mind, 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: Kelima K Sample Sale on bridal

WHEN: Wed, (12pm–6pm), through Thurs. (12pm–6).

WHERE: 611 Broadway, Suite #538.

WHY:By appointment only 212.334.6546 or infor@kelima.com

 

Brand: Candela Ready-to Wear and Shoe Sample Sale

WHEN: Monday, July 9 (10–7), through Thurs. (10–7)

WHERE: 584 Broadway, Suite #1007 (bet. Houston and Prince Streets)

WHY: Major discounts on bold wrap dresses and separates

—Staff

Kara Ross Resort/Holiday 2013

July 9, 2012 by 2 Comments

As the resort market continues to grow, accessories designers are not only standing up and taking notice of this continuing, expansive segment of the fashion industry, but finding innovative ways of taking advantage of this boom. From an early age Kara Ross has had a love affair with gemstones and jewelry making. For her 2012/2013 collection Ross looked to a kaleidoscope of vivid colors and hues and the great art movements of the past for inspiration.

Tapping into the continuing trend of animal prints in vibrant colors, Kara Ross ingeniously combines the rich color palettes of blazin’ pink, turquoise and green with the exotic reptile skins of alligator, lizard, and python. This resort season for the first time Ross utilized tortoise resin, as well as clear crystals. “We were using the python before in other collections for our handbags and we had all this scrap leftover, so for this collection to be more thrifty and cost-conscious we used the leftover scraps from our handbags and made some interesting jewelry,” details Kara Ross.

Expanding upon the color trend, Kara Ross looked to the Fauvist tradition in art, particularly the work of Georges Braque, evidenced in colorful pieces that  produce a strong emotional reaction.  “We took very bright pictures from fashion magazines and collaged it onto wood. The result is lots of bright color and jewelry that is very lightweight. Also, the beauty in these items is that you don’t know exactly what the jewelry is made of,” explains Ross.

Again looking to Georges Braque in his Cubist period, there are several pieces in the resort collection that express a Cubist aesthetic through rounded geometric form and repetitive patterned shapes. Ross enhances these pieces by employing crystals and animal skins which plays on the shadow and silhouette of each item.

Kara Ross 2012/2013 resort collection images courtesy of AtelierPR

Kara Ross’ 2012/2013 resort/holiday collection would not be complete without the gem-shaped clutch bags that she is known for. She expands upon her signature gem-shaped clutch bags by incorporating pantone-colored fabrications of python, lizard, and alligator. Ross has even included a clutch large enough for an I-Pad and small laptop.

For more information about Kara Ross’ 2012/2012 resort/holiday collection, go to kararossny.com

Editor’s Pick: Perrelet Turbine Dragon Watch

July 5, 2012 by Leave a Comment

Most men love a great watch. And with the sudden boom in men’s accessories there is a plethora of new watch brands attempting to tap into this burgeoning market. However, most male consumers tend to stick with the tried-and-true brands, unless the upstarts are endorsed by a major sports figure.

Since 1777, luxury Swiss watchmaker Perrelet has been on the cutting edge of innovation.  Founder Abraham-Louis Perrelet and his son Louis-Frederic left an indelible mark with their inventions of split-second chronograph and the automatic winding movement.  With the new, limited edition Turbine Dragon Watch, Perrelet extends the brand’s heritage and commitment to elegance and creativity by combining innovation with fashion-forward sensibility.

Image courtesy of Benali Consulting

This special edition turbine watch, made in celebration of the Chinese Year of the Dragon, comes with natural white mother of pearl dial, set off by a black leather alligator strap. The dragon symbol, made of hand-colored, Polynesian mother-of-pearl, is ingeniously and subtly embedded in the dial, only is illuminated when the turbine starts spinning. The dragon symbol in Chinese culture represents happiness and harmony. “The Dragon Turbine Watch comes a respect piece with one rotor on top and another underneath. The two rotors working together will wind the watch 40% faster.” …. “Our customer base has changed, we have a lot more affluent Asian who live and visit the US. They love luxury products, so, it was important for us to come with a special edition watch that celebrated the things Perrelet is known for—elegance and refinement—while culturally tapping into this growing demographic,” details Perrelet Managing Director Michael Goldstein.

Though the Turbine Dragon is a luxury watch, it will still appeal to that discerning male consumer who wants luxury and sportiness as complimenting elements. “Though the Dragon Turbine looks very sporty, we found that our Asian customers wanted a more high-end strap than you would find on most sports watch. So, we opted for a leather alligator strap. The watch is water resistant to 300 feet, so you can still take it in the water” confesses Goldstein.

A tried-and-true brand, cutting-edge innovation, sophisticated elegance, and great value; what more could the discerning customer in the market for a luxury watch want. Abraham-Louis Perrelet would be so proud!!

For more information, go to perrelet.com.

—William S. Gooch

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