Covet Shop Blog » Thread Social http://www.covetshop.com/blog fashion, beauty, food, art and design Wed, 01 Feb 2012 00:58:02 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.8.3 en hourly 1 New Year’s Musings http://www.covetshop.com/blog/2010/01/new-year-musings/ http://www.covetshop.com/blog/2010/01/new-year-musings/#comments Mon, 11 Jan 2010 16:00:27 +0000 nicolekaldes http://www.covetshop.com/blog/?p=567 Happy New Year, Covet Shoppers. Sorry to be MIA, but we’re just getting back in the swing after all the holiday madness and then picking up that nasty cold bug that’s been aggressively creeping around NYC.

I’m Dreaming…

…of winter white. Love this, each season. How to wear it?  It’s definitely not for certain skin tones, and I personally would go for something rich and creamy as opposed to white-white, but pure white can work too. For inspiration, we served up some looks and pics of the latest celebs wearing this trend for inspiration, gathered up from a variety of fashion pundits online.

Lady Gaga is Elle's January cover girl, shown her in this insane Maison Martin Margiela sandal jacket, and white plastic veil top by Karl Lagerfeld
Lady Gaga is Elle’s January cover girl, shown her in this insane Maison Martin Margiela sandal jacket, and white plastic veil top by Karl Lagerfeld
How can you not want these white Miu Miu gloves featuring an attached cocktail ring
How can you not want these white Miu Miu gloves, adorned with an attached cocktail ring
Elle McPherson (as posted on WhoWhatWear), fashion picks seen on Stylecaster, Diane Kruger (from Elle UK)
Elle McPherson (as posted on WhoWhatWear), fashion picks seen on Stylecaster, Diane Kruger (from Elle UK)

Nicole’s Winter Covet Shop Picks

Since, clearly, I can’t get enough of black and white, two outfits to choose from…and be sure to check in with What’s New on Covet Shop: Items like this Burberry trench and Alexander Wang Tropical Wool vest won’t last long. Especially since we were recently featured on one of our favorite sites, SheFinds! Thanks to the editors there for thinking of us and helping spread the Covet Shop love.

Outfits, from left: Burberry trench, YSL Rhinestone sunglasses, Anna Corinna chain tote, Barbara Bui Mary Janes; Thread Social Belted Waist Coat, Alexander Wang wool vest, DVF Biby pant, Marc Jacobs pumps, Ferragamo Gancio Patch tote
Outfits, from left: Burberry trench, YSL Rhinestone sunglasses, Anna Corinna chain tote, Barbara Bui Mary Janes; Thread Social Belted Waist Coat, Alexander Wang wool vest, DVF Biby pant, Marc Jacobs pumps, Ferragamo Gancio Patch tote

Baby, it’s Cold Outside

Last, it’s been absolutely freezing here in New York yet this week I’ve seen lots of women scurrying around town with bare legs during work hours. Ladies, why? Literally, just the other [extremely windy] day I stood next to a shivering, bare-legged damsel on Broadway and Spring who – when the light turned – ran as fast as she could, curled over and click-clacking down the sidewalk, to her office. Is it just me or aren’t tights in? I can see forgoing stockings of any sort if you’re going to an evening event and wearing a gown, but for work?!?

]]> http://www.covetshop.com/blog/2010/01/new-year-musings/feed/ 1 Hop Down to the (Pop.Up) http://www.covetshop.com/blog/2009/11/hop-down-to-the-pop-up/ http://www.covetshop.com/blog/2009/11/hop-down-to-the-pop-up/#comments Tue, 17 Nov 2009 05:29:04 +0000 nicolekaldes http://www.covetshop.com/blog/?p=524 I had the chance to (finally) stop over to the Covet (Pop.Up) Shop yesterday to say hi to Nancy and check out the latest merch in person. That being said, it was the perfect weekend jaunt tobreak up your Saturday errands, or as a leisurely extension of your Sunday brunch lounging. Plus, you get the chance to a) actually try on/see/touch/feel what’s online; and b) get a sneak peek of some items that haven’t yet made it onto the site.

Not to mention, I walked away with two amazing fall scores, both seen below if you scroll down: The Love Moschino blazer (killer details) and plum Thread Social dress (hangs really well, both belted or no, fantastic color).

Click here to become a fan of the Bowery Bazaar

Click here to become a fan of the Bowery Bazaar

For those who love to troll the fleas, the Bowery Bazaar is small—thus easier to navigate than some of the city’s multiple flea-bazaar-outdoor-market-craft fair things cropping up (mostly downtown and in Brooklyn). This one’s still new, and will probably grow into its own, but worth a look…especially for jewelry-hunters. Spotted yesterday was a vendor selling necklaces and bracelets made with tiny GI Joe guns and recycled shotgun shells collected from shooting ranges, just right for paying a stylish tribute to veterans or your favorite serviceman/woman.

Up next: Thanksgiving Sweater Don’ts, and Covet Shop Meet the In-Law Dos

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Nancy's October Picks

Nancy's October Picks

1. Chanel Vintage Logo Earrings (on SALE for $265)

2. Thread Social Cowl Neck Dress ($200)

3. Alice + Olivia Stripe Boyfriend Blazer (on SALE for $112)

4. Balenciaga Cherche Midi Clutch ($550)

5. Pierre Hardy Ruffle Heels (on SALE for $148)

An entire designer outfit for under $1300!

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