Paul and Joe

I was in Paris for the holidays and came across the cutest brand called Paul and Joe. The store in the Marais district was really adorable and all of the clothing has the cutest most feminine details. I wanted everthing in the store!

Summer Snow Art Exhibit

Summer Snow is an art exhibit that interprets the SS 2011 woman Marsèll Goccia collection. The art collabortive Nucleo suggests a snowfall out of season. Spraying white polyurethane with a semiautomatic machine Nucleo recreates the effect of random typical snowstorm on the shoes. The show runs Via Paullo 12/A Milan | 23rd September – 15th October. 26 Rue Saint Gilles, 75003, Paris | 30th September – 8th October

Fashion Week Spring 2011 Wrap Up

Here are some of my favorite looks from last weeks Spring 2011 New York Fashion Week.

Pretty prints from Rebecca Taylor.

Keeping it simple - Black and White from Rachel Comey

Pops of orange from Charlotte Ronson.

Ethnic bohemian from Anna Sui.

Tory Burch Spring 2011 Collection

Here are some photos I took at last weeks Tory Burch fashion presentation. The girls all looked lovely in their 70's inspired looks. Some of my favorite things from the show were the high waisted skirts and the bright pops of orange. Overall the styles were really pretty, flirty and feminine. Lots of pieces on my shopping list for Spring!

Opening Ceremony and Pendelton

For Fashions Night Out last night I attended the Opening Ceremony's French flea market at the Ace Hotel. The real stand out of the evening for me was the Opening Ceremony Pendelton collaboration collection. Opening Ceremony brilliantly transformed the signature patterns and prints of Pendelton into high fashion pieces.

Winter Kate Kimono Jackets

So ready for a season change and to dive into these lush rich colors. These bohemian Kimono inspired jackets by Nicole Richie's Winter Kate line are so stylish and can be paired with so many things!

Winter Kate by fashionplateblog featuring kimono jacket

Winter Kate Eden Jacket in Purple Plume, $229
Winter Kate Opy Jacket in Wildwood Purple, $229
Winter Kate Eden Jacket in Yellow Plume, $229
Winter Kate by Nicole Richie Opy Jacket in Wildwood and Amethyst - as..., $216

Snoozer Looser Fall Preview

I just received the look book for the Snoozer Looser Fall / Winter line and had to share it with you guys. I have posted about New York designer Snoozer Looser in the past and I am really excited about her new collection. I love the mixing and matching of these funky prints and the styling is so great. The knee socks and brightly colored tights are perfect accents.

Elizabeth and James Sample Sale

Elizabeth & James Sample is having a sample sale in NYC! Items from past seasons as well as select pieces from spring. Wednesday, May 19, through Friday, May 21, from 10 to 6 p.m. 250 West 39th Street, Suite 1701, (between 7th and 8th avenues);

Trina Turk - Bold Prints and Colors

I was reading Martha Stewart magazine this weekend and there was an article about Trina Turk. I was immediately attracted to bold colors and graphic patterns of her designs.

Shown: Mrs. Hu's" Cabochon Ring Bloomingdales $66, Sea Floral Pillow $150 Trina Turk, Atlantic Beach Bag
$150 Nordstrom

Designer: Rachel Comey

Rachel Comey is one of my favorite designers right now. She has such a unique style and her soft color palettes are so versatile. She designs great shoes for men as well. Shown: Ipswitch Brogue Wedge Steven Alan $345, Printed Cotton Bustier Top $228 Bloomingdales, Halla Clog Mickmargo $242 Suede Farers Shortsuit Bird $865.00.

Jason Wu Sunglasses

The sun is finally shining in NYC and it is supposed to hit sixty degrees today! So it is time to start thinking about a new sunglass purchase. I am loving these vintage inspired sunglasses by Jason Wu. Shown: Seberg Aqua and Earheart Noir

NYC Fall Fashion Week Wrap Up

So many exciting pieces for next fall. Here are a few of my favorite looks and trends from NYC Fall Fashion Week.

The Ana Sui Collection might be my favorite of all time. All of these rich warm colors paired with bohemian prints and fur accents.



Tailored pants paired with sheer florals from Ralph Lauren.



Mix and match black and white prints from Milly by Michelle Smith.



Iridescent metallics by Christian Cota

Eloise Corr Danch Paper Dress On View at Kate's Paperie

Eloise Corr Danch's Ruffian Paper Doll dress is a historical costume paper sculpture. It was previously on display at the Museum of Arts and Design paper exhibition SLASH! Paper Under the Knife. The Victorian dress features papier mache pages from a book and an intricate internal wire bustle. I am a huge fan of Eloise Corr Danch's work - remember those paper flower pictures I posted from the Macy's flower show last year. Visit Eloise's website to see more of her work. The Paper Doll dress is now on display at Kate's Paperie 8 West 13th St (between 5th/6th) New York.

Photo: David Zuckerman

Alice + Olivia New Online Shop

One of my favorite New York based designers Alice + Olivia just opened a new online e-commerce shop. So now you don't have to push your way through Time Square to get to their brick and mortar location at Bryant Park. Browse their most recent collection online. I am especially coveting the sparkly cardigans and matching mini-skirts.

Michael Kors and Lucky Magazine

The December issue of Lucky Magazine debuted this metallic totebag. The totebag is a designer collaboration between Michael Kors and Lucky. The Hamilton Chain Tote, has a classic shape and it's large enough to carry all that you will need to transition from the office to the holiday parties. $298 at the Lucky Store

Pilgrim Shop NYC - Named in Japanese Elle Magazine

PILGRIM opened its doors at 70 Orchard Street earlier this summer. Pilgrim is part boutique and part art gallery. Owners Richard Ives, a former stylist and Brian Bennett an art connoisseur bring together a curated collection of vintage designer pieces from Lanvin, Cacharel, YSL, and Ungaro as well as paintings and art books. The stores own ready to wear collection (shown) is inspired by iconic shapes from fashion and cinematic history. Japanese Elle Magazine has just named Pilgrim "Best new NYC Boutique for Fashion Editors, Models, Stylists."

Leather Jackets by Mike & Chris

Designer Mike & Chris has created these funky leather jackets. Whether you are into ruffles or something more modern, they have a range of designs to fit every look. I especially love the colors maroon, navy and gray (as opposed to the typical black and brown). Shown: Rupert Double Breasted Jacket $775, Janus Leather Jacket with Ruffle $645, Deon Vintage Washed Lambskin Jacket $675 all available at Singer22.

Handbag Tattooing at Hayden-Harnett

Here are some photos from a recent event for a recent event at Hayden-Harnett. Hayden-Harnett is a Brooklyn based handbag and clothing company located in Greenpoint. They hired a leather tattoo artist who was there to tattoo bags for the evening. The event was sponsored by the hip new wine brand Parlay Rosé Wine.

Fashion Week Favorites - Pants

One of my favorite inspirations from New York's Spring Fashion Week is the introduction of some great new pant silhouettes. While boyfriend and military looks have dominated the last few seasons, these spring pants are much more feminine. I like how they are tapered at the bottom but drape nicely and are more flowy at at the top. Shown: Alice + Olivia and Charlotte Ronson.

Jemma Kidd Fashion Week Make Up Tips - Steal That Look

Jemma Kidd Make Up School gives you tips to replicate looks from the latest beauty trends at last weeks New York Fashon week. Jason Wu gave a nod to the forties and the models makeup stayed neutral on the face and eyes with a bold, dark, almost goth-inspired lip. To replicate the look smudge on Jemma Kidd Make Up School’s Ultimate Lipstick Duo, first applying the balm to the lips to ensure an even application and then topping off with a deep shade like Cleopatra ($19).





Celeb-favorite Rag & Bone favored menswear-inspired looks and makeup remained minimalist and perfectly sculpted with a nude lip. To replicate the look - Prep the face with foundation to get the flawless look, the Mineral Skin Nourishing Tint SPF 20 ($42) from Jemma Kidd Make Up School. Top with the Bio Mineral Perfecting Powder ($40), and to achieve the nude lip swipe Jemma Kidd Make Up School’s Ultimate Lipstick Duo in Peggy ($19).