Archive for September, 2009

Chanel’s Num?o De Porte-Bonheur: Five

Tuesday, September 29th, 2009

Lots of fashion and beauty chatter about Chanel this week, so we ‘d like to pay homage to her lucky number, five, with our Top 5 buzzworthy Chanel tidbits:

1. Coco Before Chanel, starring Audrey Tautou. The film, directed by Anne Fontaine, has received mixed reviews thus far: Panned by the NY Post as celebrating a glum heroine and her success via luck and prostitution; and picked apart by the New Yorker, in part, because gamine du jour Tautou can’t shake Am?ieand isn’t sour enough. However, we are looking forward to seeing it so stay tuned for our thoughts (after we have a chance to check it out this week).

2. Chanel at Covet Shop, of course. Pay homage to Chanel with these late summer/vacation or fall ensembles. Visit covetshop.com for more Chanel items!

Clockwise, from left: Terry Swim Dress, Vintage Logo Earrings, Vintage Blazer, Cambon Reporter Bag, Caviar Backpack Bag

Clockwise, from left: Terry Swim Dress, Vintage Logo Earrings, Vintage Blazer, Cambon Reporter Bag, Caviar Backpack Bag

3. The gorgeous new Chanel N?5 ad/film. Have you seen it yet? Perhaps I’m lacking Tautou’s haunting eyes, fabulous hair, and sensual insouciance, but all the lads I met on trains while living in Europe for two years didn’t quite measure up. Then again, I wasn’t wearing Chanel N?5 at the time, so guess all it makes sense.

Chanel N?5 Ad

Chanel N?5 Ad

4. Chanel Nail Colour. Remember the absolute mania Chanel caused for black nails thanks to Vamp (in the ’90s) or Black Satin (more recently)? Not sure anything can quite reach those epic levels of nail frenzy, but based on the online coverage for this limited edition Jade…let’s wait and see.

Also comes in Jade Rose, if you're not feeling quite so envious

Also comes in Jade Rose, if you're not feeling quite so... envious

5. Chanel Iman. OK, this one’s not about the House of Chanel—but we happened on a Style.com blog post from the fall 2009 shows stating that Chanel Iman, like Covet Shop fans, loves a good designer deal. The model was reported as saying her favorite pastime, while in Milan, is shopping for discounts.

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Girls Night Out Event Photos

Monday, September 28th, 2009

Our event for Girls Night Out last Thursday, September 24th was a great success! We hope everyone is happy with their purchases! Thanks to all who came out and made the evening so successful. If you were not able to attend the event, don’t worry, there will definitely be more trunk shows planned for the future. Take a look at some of our photos from the event. Click here to see more.

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Spring 2010 Fashion Week Wrap-Up, NYC

Tuesday, September 22nd, 2009

Editors and fashionistas have packed up for Europe, but if NY Fashion Week is an indicator we look forward to the British, French and Italian interpretations of the upcoming spring 2010 nod to contrasts: Manic prints opposed to sexy tailoring; breezy looks against architectural; and past versus future. We can’t wait to start our Covet Shopping for spring in 3-4 months, so you’ll be able to mix our online designer clothes with the season’s latest in-store hits.

Manic Prints, Sexy Tailoring

Whether bold, floral, tribal or frisky, we absolutely can’t get enough of prints for spring—which ranged from graphic and festive (Marc by Marc Jacobs) to nature-inspired (Zero + Maria Cornejo, Costello Tagliapietra). Our hats off in particular to Brooklyn-based Costello Tagliapietra (who lives in my ’hood) for their waterless printing technique called AirDye—as reported by WWD—and to Anna Sui, whose opening look transported me back to my ’70s baton-twirling summers…

Anna Sui, Zero + Maria Cornejo, Proenza Schouler, Marc by Marc Jacobs, Costello Tagliapietra

Anna Sui, Zero + Maria Cornejo, Proenza Schouler, Marc by Marc Jacobs, Costello Tagliapietra, Thakoon

Or if you’re not feeling quite so explosive, try these tailored looks from Rachel Roy and 3.1 Phillip Lim, who paired a gathered neck, double breasted maxi vest with “Hardy” bootcut trousers.

Rachel Roy...3.1 Phillip Lim...

Metallics and pinstripes by Rachel Roy, belted vest and trousers by 3.1 Phillip Lim...

Feeling Breezy, or More Structured?

Donna Karan was lauded for the creativity and delicate splendor of her collection, while Matthew Ames found inspiration in geometry and color expression to celebrate “the freedom, ease and simplicity of American design.”

Matthew Ames, Donna Karan, Calvin Klein

Matthew Ames, Donna Karan, Calvin Klein

Looking to the Past…or the Future?

You choose. Here, one of Zac Posen’s chicadelic creations for spring, and Victor De Souza’s presentation of designs that have an “…avant-garde and futuristic feel while being light, playful and sophisticated.” It was a smashing month for Argentina indeed: Del Potro takes the US Open, and De Souza (also Argentinean) hit the fashion jackpot with a cover and spread in Vogue Italia’s September Couture edition. Fabulous. (We also liked that some models had alien-esque paraffin gloves—with nails peeking out—courtesy of Creative Nail Design.)

A look from Zac Posen's spring 2010 collection

A look from Zac Posen's spring 2010 collection

Striking a futuristic pose at the Victor De Souza presentation

Striking a futuristic pose at the Victor De Souza presentation

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Girls Night Out

Friday, September 18th, 2009

Covet Shop and Alma Salon coordinately invite you to an exclusive evening of fashion and beauty…

Girls Night Out

Please join us for complimentary drinks as you shop exclusive designer items from covetshop.com and learn hair styling tips from celebrity stylist Alma + staff.

In addition to being able to shop (in person) and learn hair styling tips from Alma + staff, you will also be able to book consignment appointments with Covet Shop and get 10% off salon services with Alma Salon.

Mandatory RSVP:
rsvp@covetshop.com or info@almasalon.com

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Click Your Heels

Monday, September 14th, 2009

It’s September already, and if you’re like us you’ve been lusting after a dream pair of new shoes (or boots) that will make your daily routine feel like a trip to Oz. Although we still have some time to keep wearing our summer dresses and sandals, fall fashion is so enticing that it actually makes us excited for cooler weather.

Fortunately, many of the trends that we loved from previous seasons are still prominent fixtures this fall, but with an updated (and often 80s) twist: Leggings are torn and ripped as modern grunge look; booties feature tiny peep-toes, tapered heels and hardware embellishments; pumps boast hidden platforms; Mary Janes stand out; and – while we still prefer the season’s pointy stilettos, the higher the better — flats make a comeback to complement a new androgyny.

However, the (literally) biggest shoe trend this season will be OTK (over the knee) and thigh-high boots.

Cases in point: Brian Atwood’s boot, left, or this bad-girl Hussein Chalayan ensemble in New York Magazine’s fall fashion issue (at right).

Brian Atwood boots; a rather daring Wall Street get-up, courtesy of these garter boots

Brian Atwood boots; a rather daring Wall Street get-up, courtesy of these garter boots

We covet the YSL Trib Two pump — hard to find, but easy to spot on celebs — as well as YSL’s hot red patent pumps and these smoking studded platforms by Miu Miu. Or, zip into something embellished with this flower-toe Giuseppe Zanottis.

Clockwise, from top left: YSL Trib Two, Miu Miu, YSL platform, Giuseppe Zanotti

Clockwise, from top left: YSL Trib Two, Miu Miu, YSL platform, Giuseppe Zanotti

Or, choose from any number of fall’s cut-out booties. These are by Valentino, but other stand-outs are a zip version from Sergio Rossi, or Prada’s Cutout Shoe bootie.

Match shoes to your skin tone to elongate the legs (especially in photos)

Match shoes to your skin tone to elongate the legs (especially in photos)

If your fashion budget doesn’t accommodate all these fabulous shoes, we’ve selected some on-trend Covet Shop styles here that are much more affordable!

Bally Steffi Suede Boots

Bally Steffi Suede Boots

Moschino Lace Up Booties

Moschino Lace Up Booties

Maison Martin Margiela Slash Ankle Boots

Maison Martin Margiela Slash Ankle Boots

Christian Louboutin Bloody Mary Python Pumps

Christian Louboutin Bloody Mary Python Pumps

Moschino Cheap and Chic Bowy Platforms

Moschino Cheap and Chic Bowy Platforms

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Nancy’s Fall Picks

Wednesday, September 9th, 2009

Although we just starting receiving fall merch, I’ve already grown attached to several items…here are my editorial picks for a look that pairs florals with edgy lines and attention-grabbing hardware. Snatch these up quick before they vanish!

Nancy's Fall Picks

Nancy's Fall Picks

1. Stella McCartney Cropped Denim Jacket

2. Chanel Vintage Woven Cuff

3. Marc Jacobs Julianne Bag

4. Manolo Blahnik Dandy Suede Ankle Boots

5. Milly Candy Ruffle Dress

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Stylishly Embracing Your Love Handles

Friday, September 4th, 2009

Speaking of September issues, this month’s issue of Glamour stirred up quite a bit of excitement with its photo of gorgeous “plus-size” model Lizzie Miller on page 194. (We put “plus-size” in quotes since Lizzie hardly looks large, and we all know even size 2s can have little paunches when bending over.)

Thanks to streams of positive comments from readers, the New York Post reported on Tuesday that the magazine would run a nude shoot of other curvy models in a future issue. Here at Covet Shop, we couldn’t agree more: Fashion is for women of every shape and size, but it takes a savvy shopper to find those pieces that accentuate your assets while cleverly disguising what you’d prefer not to show off in public. So ladies of all sizes, strut your style with these hand-picked items for size 8s and up:

Since we’re moving into fall, here’s a complete outfit to bridge the season with class: A 3.1 Phillip Lim black Bow Tie Top paired with this Robert Rodriguez pencil skirt – with Badgley Mischka Mary Janes.

3.1 Phillip Lim Silk Bow Top

Silk Bow Top

Pencil Skirt

Pencil Skirt

Marsilia Mary Jane Pumps

Marsilia Mary Jane Pumps

With those same shoes, you may as well pick up this Michael Kors Collection pleated dress…with a little black cardigan, you’re ready day or night.

Pleated Dress

Pleated Dress

This brush stroke skirt, from Moschino Cheap and Chic, lives up to its name at $172.50. And why not pair it with the Phillip Lim Bow Tie Top?

Brush Stroke Skirt

Brush Stroke Skirt

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