...Mis Escaparates!!

...Young Versace, Milan!!!

2012-01-28T07:32:00.001-08:00

...Balmain Pre Fall!!

2012-01-26T12:37:00.001-08:00

...Rainbow People!!

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...Photographers around BG windows!!!

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Hoy quiero dedicar éste post a todos los fotógrafos que hacen posible a través de sus objetivos que yo pueda ver todos los cambios de escaparates de mi adorado Bergdorf Goodman.Les agradezco a cada uno de ellos que registren y aprecien exactamente lo que a mi me gustaría ver si estuviese delante de ésos cristales...Me inspiran siempre!! Gracias a todos!!http://www.rickyzehavi.com/

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...Bergdorf Goodman Holidays Windows 2011!!

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...Front Row!!

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En ocasiones, encuentro mucha mas inspiración en el público sentado en un front row, que en la colección de moda que se presenta!

...Patterns!!

2011-10-03T13:56:00.000-07:00

...AuTuMn DeTaiLs!!

2011-09-18T02:07:00.000-07:00

BIBA

2011-08-27T09:53:00.000-07:00

BIBA
by Bill Harry

Biba was the legendary fashion store of the Sixties, the creation of Barbara Hulanicki and her husband Stephen Fitzsimons. It was one of the freshest and most exciting fashion emporiums of the Swinging Sixties.

Barbara was born in Warsaw and her mother brought her and her sisters to Britain after their father was murdered by terrorists in Palestine. She studied at Art College and became a freelance fashion artist for a variety of magazines. In 1961 she married ‘Fitz’ and he suggested they should set up a little business in which she design garments which they would sell by post.

They decided to call the postal boutique Biba after Barbara’s youngest sister. Their first design was featured in the Daily Express and they followed up with further offers in the Observer and Evening Standard. The big break came when Felicity Green, fashion editor of the Daily Mirror, arranged a meeting and suggested she design a special dress for her readers. It was a sleeveless dress in pink gingham with a hole in the back and they eventually received a total of 14,000 orders.
Barbara and Fitz then opened their first shop in Abingdon Road, Kensington and it was an immediate success and the beginning of the Biba legend. Customers included Cathy McGowan, Twiggy, Julie Christie, Cilla Black, Mia Farrow, Barbra Streisand, Brigitte Bardot, Samantha Eggar, Marianne Faithful and hosts of other celebrities.

In 1965 the business had expanded so much that they had to move to larger premises in Kensington Church Street. Their increasing success and expansion plans led to them seeking financial backers and in Sept 69, they moved to even larger premises in Kensington High Street where they were getting up to 100,000 customers a week.

Biba had an Art Deco style to its shop furnishings, promotional designs and catalogues and the fashion ranged from mini skirts and dresses (which led to colourful tights and knickers) to trouser suits, T-shirts, boots and even a children’s department at the back of the shop. Barbara also devised new lines in cosmetics which were virtually revolutionary – brown lipstick, which was soon followed by shades of blue, green, purple and black with matching eyeshadows and contour powders. There were even coloured wigs and boots with ridiculously high heels, all creating styles which were copied throughout the world.

Barbara’s dream was to buy Derry and Tom’s, the giant department store in Kensington High Street and when it came onto the market her backers agreed to purchase it for more than three million pounds. Barbara and Fitz completely redesigned it in the Biba Art Deco style, introduced a 500-seater restaurant, the Rainbow Room (in which new bands such as Cockney Rebel and established artists such as Liberace were to perform) and a splendid roof garden. Unfortunately, ‘Big Biba’ became the scene of boardroom battles. A large property firm had taken over the business of some of the original backers and the new company began to alter the entire ambience of Biba, even suggesting that Barbara and Fitz keep away from the store.

The couple attempted to save their dream store but failed. They sold their own interest in the business and went to live in Brazil for several years before returning to England in the Eighties. Barbara’s autobiography, ‘From A To Biba,’ is rich in anecdotal stories in vivid word pictures of the girls who wore her fashions. Describing how the girls copied Cathy McGowan’s long hair and eye-covering fringe, she wrote, “Soon their little white faces were growing heavier with stage make-up, lids weighed down with doll-like thick fake lashes. Their matchstick legs were encased in pale tights and low-cut pumps. Miniskirts led to the adoption of tights. They seldom needed to wear roll-ons or bras. Their bosoms and tummies were so tiny there was no need for the heavy upholstery.

The natural form was beginning to show.” Discussing the miniskirt, she wrote, “It was through absolute ignorance that the mini reached the streets. The short skirt was on the way but it was only seen in showrooms. Courreges had made a strong impact on the world with his space-age dresses. Mary Quant was the first British designer to show the mini but I still say that our dear Theo Savva was the man responsible for putting the mini on the high street.” Barbara describes how Theo received the jersey for some suits still steaming hot from the finishers. He cut the stretch double jersey without ‘resting’ it, which results in it relaxing back to its proper width. “It was not the uncut fabric that rested – it was the skirts!” she wrote. “When I saw the delivery I nearly had a heart attack. The skirts were only ten inches long. God, I thought. We’ll go bust – we’ll never be able to sell them. I couldn’t sleep, but that little fluted skirt walked out on customers as fast as we could get it on the hatstands.” There were streams of celebrities. Mia Farrow, then married to Frank Sinatra, was so pleased with her Biba purchases that she sent Barbara a bouquet of flowers. Yoko Ono borrowed a dress and had the smock cut into little pieces as part of one of her ‘happenings’ on TV. Barbara Streisand was pregnant when she arrived at Biba, but declined to have a private room and changed in the communal dressing room like everyone else.

Barbara recalls, “Our greatest thrill was when Brigitte Bardot came, just after her marriage to Gunter Sachs. They arrived one busy Saturday. The shop was packed but as the news spread even more people rushed in. Brigitte wanted to try on some dresses but Mr. Sachs would not let her undress in the communal dressing room. Fitz and I and a friend were sitting in our airless office, an old stock room. Suddenly Sarah came in and said someone wanted to change in the corridor.

She had a big grin on her face and winked as she closed the door, so I had to peep and see who it was…I couldn’t believe my eyes. There was Brigitte prancing from mirror to mirror with just her knickers on and Gunter trying to cover her up. I said, ‘Fitz you’ve got to see this!’ Brigitte wanted to go out as she was, undressed, to get more things from the shop, and her husband was frantically trying to stop her.” On another occasion, Barbara noted, “One night as we were closing a tiny blonde girl came in and began taking the clothes off the hatstands. Instead of trying them on behind the dangerously wobbly screen, she stripped off in the shop and proceeded to try on smocks and trouser suits. Fitz was told to stay in the back office, as the tiny uninhibited girl was prancing round dressed only in her knickers. She was magnetic – her skin was like marble and her features larger than life. It was Julie Christie, getting her wardrobe together for the film ‘Darling.’”

There were also some decidedly unusual customers, which Barbara referred to as nutcases. “One day a young girl came in stark naked except for a mini leather coat, open at the front. She held a basket containing a large axe. She went up to the hatstands, gathered a few dresses into her arm and strolled down to the changing rooms, she took a while choosing the dress she liked, put it on, replaced her leather coat, picked up her basket and walked out of the shop. No one was brave enough to stop her.”

Unfortunately, Biba as it was in the Sixties is gone forever. For a time it proved to be one of the most quintessential of the innovations which made Swinging London such an attraction.

..Y Mario Testino inmortalizó la boda del año!!!

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...Silk ribbon&Paper...Bergdorf Goodman Shop Windows!!

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...Mannequins!!

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... Chloé A/W 2011!!

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...Balmain Resort 2011!!

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...Woman on trend...Natuka Karkashadze!!

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...Trends that are coming...Pleated Skirt!!

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...Queen Moss!!

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....Summer Breeze!!!

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...Summertime!!

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...Surprise!! Tendencias.tv

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...Palazzo Pants Revival!!

2011-06-15T14:25:00.000-07:00

...Patricia Field & her fashion clothes!

2011-06-10T13:38:00.000-07:00

Patricia Field, the Sex & the City stylist, has a crazy shop on Bowery Street. It’s a virtual wonderland of all things colourful, sparkly and glamorous. If it wasn’t for the very loud music, I could spend hours there. I ended up getting myself a big pair of earrings – which I think I’m going to wear tonight!?

Patricia Field, 302 Bowery Street, NY.

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Suri Cruise...a little princess!!

2011-06-10T13:06:00.001-07:00

...Florence City Guide!! via www.designsponge.com

2011-06-06T13:46:00.000-07:00

Today’s Florence City Guide comes to us from Kate Hash, a freelance writer, web/marketing consultant and Florence resident. An Italian-American originally from Philadelphia, Kate made the decision to return to the homeland and hasn’t looked back since. She and her intrepid husband Rob spend their days working with clients around the world and their nights exploring Florence. You can read about their adventures over at their blog, La Vita è Bella. Today she shares with us some of the many marvels of the beautiful and historical Florence, and even includes some valuable tips for locating all of these fantastic listings! Thanks Kate for this fantastic glimpse into this Renaissance city! –Stephanie

Ciao Design*Sponge fans! I’m very excited to share my adopted home, Florence, Italy, with you all today. Florence, Italy is vibrant city that fuses a rich history with modern sensibilities. The birthplace of the Renaissance, there are more museums and sites to see than one could possible get to in a single visit, so don’t let the endless possibilities overwhelm you. I suggest picking out a few of your favorites from the guide below and enjoying them at a slow pace — all the better to enjoy la dolce vita.
Getting the lay of the land…

The neighborhoods of central Florence can be best divided by referencing the nearest church or major monument*. This makes trip planning extra fun as you get to balance each neighborhood shopping and dining outing with some serious cultural and intellectual activity. High tourist season is typically from May-August and it gets very crowded during those times. If you can, try visiting in November or February, two quieter months when Florence’s true personality comes out a bit more.

*The neighborhoods of Florence go by slightly different names locally (and they change depending on who you ask) and divisions can be blurry. For the visitor to Florence, there is no easier way to divide up this gorgeous city than thinking of neighborhoods in relation to their major monuments.

An important disclaimer: food is very serious business here in Italy. Ask 100 people in Florence for their favorite trattoria and you’re likely to get 100 different answers. As such, while the dining options below represent my favorites, I would never claim them to be “the best.”

Check out this Google Map of all the location mentioned below!

Santa Maria del Fiore (The Duomo), San Lorenzo and San Marco Areas

The famous Duomo stands smack in the center of town. First time visitors will be in awe of the sheer size and artistry of this gorgeous basilica. The area surrounding the Duomo is a mix of tourist traps and authentic shops and restaurants, so recommendations from locals are key.

Do

Santa Maria del Fiore (the Duomo) – Along with the Ponte Vecchio, the Duomo is one of the lasting images travelers associated with Florence. The Cathdral, Baptisry and the dome iteslf are a testament to the genius of the Renassiance. Be sure to wear comfy shoes if you decide to climb to the top of the dome (acrophobics and claustrophobics should wait at ground level for their friends).

Opera di Santa Maria del Fiore di Firenze, Via della Canonica 1 – If time allows, also visit the museum behind the Cathedral. It houses art, sculpture and books that have been removed from the Cathedral over the years for
safe-keeping. It’s a hidden gem that some people walk right on by.

Piazza della Repubblica – My favorite piazza in the city, Piazza della Repubblica is a fun place to sit with gelato and people watch. In adddition to being a grand piazza, it’s also steeped in history.

Accademia, Via Ricasoli 58-60 – The Accademia is famous for being the home of the famous David sculpture (and many stop in only to see it), but travelers that slow down to look around the gallery will also find an impressive selection of sculpture by some of Florence’s most imporant artists.

Palazzo Medici-Riccardi, Via Camillo Cavour 1 – See how Florence’s most famous family lived when you visit this gorgeous palazzo. The Chapel of the Magi is the crownpiece of the palazzo, but you’ll be awed
throughout your entire tour.
Shop
Mercato Centrale, Via dell’Ariento 87r – A huge indoor market full of Italian meats, cheeses, spices, fruits and veggies, as well as imported ones, too. In addition to locals doing their daily grocery shopping, it’s a great place to pick up a made-to-order lunch plate.

San Lorenzo street market – In the area around San Lorenzo is a huge street market, boasting a huge selection of leather goods. Be picky, as the quality definitely varies from vendor to vendor, as do the prices. Don’t be afraid to haggle!

Desii Vintage, Via de’Conti 19 – One of the best-kept vintage stores in town, it’s actually two stores side-by-side, one for men and one for woman.

La Rinascente, Piazza della Repubblica – Normally I would encourage people to visit a foreign country and go to a department store, but the home section of La Rinascente sells a bunch of Florentine products (such a soaps, home perfumes and accessories) that it’s nice to find all in one place.

Flower Market, Piazza della Repubblica – If you’re in town on a Thursday, be sure to swing by the flower market along the portico outside of the post office in Piazza della Repubblica. The colors, smells and sites and dreamy to say the least.

Eat + Drink

Buongustai, Via de’Cerchi 15r – Tucked away on a site street, this little restaurant is the perfect place to grab a filling lunch. Everything on the menu looks, smells and tastes delicious.

Cucciolo Bar & Pasticceria, Via Corso 25r – Smack in the middle of the historic center and only a minute from the Duomo, this cute little cafe is the perfect place to get a quick drink and a bite to eat. Unlike many cafes in this part of town, the prices are fair.

Festival del Gelato, Via del Corso 75r – A welcome respite in the hot summer, the gelato selection in Festival del Gelato is serious business. They let you mix flavors, so experiment with your favorite combinations.

Osteria i Tozzo di Pane, via Guelfa 94r – Another great osteria in the city center with fantastic food and a cozy atmosphere.

Trattoria Mario, via Rosina 2 – Classic Tuscan fare served simply and deliciously. In a fun part of town for shopping and exploring, too!
Trattoria ZaZa, Piazza del Mercato Centrale 26r – Another fantastic dining option in the San Lorenzo area.
Stay

Florence View B&B, Piazza di San Giovanni, 2

Hotel Savoy, Piazza della Repubblica, 7

Santa Maria Novella Area

The area around Santa Maria Novella (both the church and the train station) is alwasy bustling. You won’t find a more diverse cross-section of travelers, locals and everyone in between than you will in this section of town. Be brave and wander down tiny alleys and you may be rewarded by truly off the beaten track finds.

Do

Museo Nazionale Alinari della Fotografia, Piazza di Santa Maria Novella 14 – For photography-lovers, this a
must-see museum dedicated to both the history of photography, as well as modern exhibits.

Santa Maria Novella – In the spring and summer, the lawn in front of the church is strewn with sun-bathers.
Inside the church, the scene is equally crowded and captivating. Featuring works by Bronzino, D’Agnolo, Pisano, Vasari and others, Santa Maria Novella is another Renaissance wonder.

Il Micio, Via de’Federighi 6r – Fans of The Sartorialist are familiar with Hidetaka Fukaya’s exceptional work.
One could easily classify this as a “shop” option, but for me it’s an art experience.

Shop

Flair, Piazza Carlo Goldoni 6r – I hardly have words for this imbeccably stylish home decor and furniture store. Their window displays make me giddy every time I walk by.

Officina Profumo Farmeceutica di Santa Maria Novella, Via della Scala 16 – A good many people swear by the fragrance and cosmetic products produced at the Offcina Profumo. This is must-do itinerary item for the fragrance-lover.

Leone Cei & Sons, Via dei Fossi 47r - This store mixes new decor items with beautiful antique furniture in a way that is uniquely Italian.

Studio Dimore Collection, Via dei Fossi 41r – I’m a big fan of mid-century modern furniture, which means this home decor store has a special place in my heart. The has mid-century items from all over the world, making for a unique collection.

Eat + Drink

Osteria di Giovanni, Via del Moro 22 – A favorite among locals, students and tourists alike, this restaurant features Tuscan classics and new dishes. Go hungry and leave very, very happy.

Trattoria 13, Via del Porcellana 9r – A typical trattoria with great food, nice people and a homey atmosphere.
Stay

Hotel Paris, Via dei Banchi, 2

Hotel Santa Maria Novella, Piazza Santa Maria Novella, 1

Palazzo Strozzi and Uffizi Areas

There is more important Renaissance art in these two neighborhoods than just about anywhere else in world. As you walk around this part of town, however, don’t forget to admire the breath-taking architecture. For those that love high-end fashion, this neighborhood is also where you’ll find the Florentine storefronts for some of the worlds most sought-after brands.

Do

Museo Salvatore Ferragamo, Palazzo Spini Feroni, Via Tournaboni 2 – The name says it all. An entire museum dedicated to the fashion genius of Salvatore Ferragamo. In addition to a permanent exhibit, they often feature special collections and installations. This is a must-see for fashion-lovers.

Uffizi, Piazzale degli Uffizi 6 – Little introduction is needed for this gorgeous jewel of the Renaissance. Give yourself at least a half day to explore the artwork in the Uffizi. If you can snag it, try to hop on a tour of the Vasari Corridor. These special tours are only offered in Italian, but worth it for an insider’s look at the Medici family’s special walkway through the city.

Palazzo Strozzi, Palazzo degli Strozzi 1 – When your done marveling at the sheer size and imposing nature of this palazzo, venture inside a check out the latest exhibit. A great exhibit featuring Picasso, Miro and Dali is
open through the summer.

Ponte Vecchio – The famous Ponte Vecchio is full of jewelry shops, many of which have been in the hands of the same families for generations. Although overpriced, there are some wonderful pieces to be found. If you want to get a great photo of the Ponte Vecchio, walk down to Ponte Santa Trinita and snap way.

Shop

Via de’Tournabouni – Walk down this street to window-shop (or really shop!) at Gucci, Pucci, Ferragamo and other Italian luxury brands.

Il Papiro, via Porta Rossa 76r (various location) – With a handful of stores all over Italy and the world, you could classify Il Papiro as a “chain” store, but that can’t diminish the quality of the paper products available in its stores.

Officina Vintage, Borgo degli Albizi 85r – One of the few stores my husband and I can both happily browse at the same time, Officina is a great place to find well-priced vintage items for both him and her.

Signum, Borgo degli Albizi 54r – Watch a group of hip, young aristans make paper (at affordable prices) in this great little paper shop.

Pitti Vintage, Borgo degli Abizi 72r – Full of stylish Italian women’s vintage clothing. My favorites are the dresses from the 1950′s). They have an English-language website and ship internationally, too!

Eat + Drink

Osteria del Porcellino, Via Val di Lamona 7 – Delicious high-quality food in a beautiful setting.

Perchè No, Via dei Tavolini 19r – A great little gelateria and sweet shop. Relax with an espresso and a dolce after a day exploring in the city center.

Osteria Tournabouni, Via de’Corsi 5 – A bit pricey, but this osteria features lots of organic options and is always tasty.

Trattoria Marione, Via della Spada 27R – A short, but delicious menu, that focuses on simple Tuscan classics in a cozy atmosphere.

Stay

Hotel Helvetia & Bristol, Via de’Pescioni 2

Strozzi Palace Hotel - Via dei Vecchietti 4

Santa Croce

Piazza di Santa Croce is a popular spot for festivals throughout the year (the chocolate festival in February is my absolute favorite), so be sure to swing by and see if any are set up while you’re in town. While the piazza are gets crowded during the tourist season, the side streets nearby can be blissfully quiet and entrancing — which is ironic, considering that at night Santa Croce, which is full of bars and clubs popular with students, transforms into a lively and loud party venue.

Do

Museo Galileo, Piazza dei Giudici 1 - Even those of us that aren’t crazy about science and astronomy can appreciate the sheer genious of Galileo. This museum is simply a fun and fascinating place to explore. It’s also won numerous international museum awards lately, too.

Sante Croce – Another must-see church in this city full of gorgeous cathedrals. It features work by Cimabue, Donatello, Giotto and Vasari. Tickets are a little expensive, but worth it in my book.

Shop

Libreria Salimbeni, Via Matteo Palmieri 16r – My husband’s favorite vintage bookstore in Florence. It’s a great place to find recently out-of-print books, as well centuries old tomes.

Eat + Drink

Trattoria Anita, Via del Parlascio 2r – Hidden away so only locals or those in-the-know can find it, this restaurant makes Tuscan specialties and changes their menu often. It’s quite crowded during the Italian
lunch hour, but you can beat the crowds if you show up early (think noonish).

Ristorante Boccadama, Piazza Santa Croce 25r – A fantastic spot for an outdoor meal when the weather is nice. The lunch menu looks limited, but every dish I’ve tried is delicious. Sometimes small is good!

Vivoli, Via Isole delle Stinche 74 - Generally considered one of the best (if the the best) spot for gelato in the city.

La Buchetta, Via de’benci 3 - The food and drinks are great here, but for me the star of the show is the interior decoration. I would live here if I could.

Acasamia, Piazza Lorenzo Ghiberti 5r – A little further out is a great spot for good food, Acasamia. The prices and great and the food just as good.

Stay

Hotel Dante, Via San Cristofano 2

Plaza Hotel Lucchesi, Lugarno della Zecca Vecchia 38

Palazzo Pitti

Call me biased (I live on the far edge of this neighborhood in Porta Romana), but I think this is one of the best parts of town. As you move further away from the Ponte Vecchio, you can experience a more tranquil, authentic version of Florence. Antique lovers will want to stroll down Via Maggio, which features fine antique dealers in nearly every storefront.

Do

Palazzo Pitti – The collections in Palazzo Pitti are immense and magnificant, so if you have the time, the Palazzo Pitti should really be explored over the course of two days. The ticketing structure at Palazzo Pitti makes this a cost-effective approach, too, since they group the collections into a few groups. On day one, check out The Palatine Gallery and the Gallery of Modern Art. On day two, visit the Costume Gallery, Siler Museum and the Porcelain Museum.

Tethys Fine Art Photography Gallery, Via Maggio 58r – A gem of a gallery with fantastic photography and
illustration exhibits. Fantastic curation coupled with libero ingresso (free entrance) make this a can’t miss stop on your cultural tour.

Museo Stefano Bardini, Via dei Renai 37 – Often left off the itineraries of most tourists, this great museum holds over 2,000 items (the sculptures are my favorite), including works from Camaino, Donatello and Guercino.

Piazzale Michelangelo – It’s technically outside of the Palazzo Pitti area, but no visit to Florence should omit a visit to the Piazzale Michelangelo. The views of the city, particularly at dusk, are spectacular.

Shop

Riccardo Barthel Interiors, Via dei Serragli, 234r – Ever dream of owning a farmhouse in Tuscany? Decorate your imaginery home when you wander this gorgeous, insanely well-curated home interiors store.

Antonio Gatto, Piazza de’Pitti 5 – I love watching the window displays in this shop rotate. The hats inside a gorgeous and make me long for a time when everyone wore a hat outside.

Rive Gauche, – High quality men’s and women’s leather items (mostly shoes) at very reasonable prices. Ask a lot of questions, as some items are produced completely in Italy while others are imported.

Alessandro Dari, Via San Niccolo 115r – I can only dream about owning one of this craftman’s amazing pieces, but the jewelry and other items in his shop are nothing short of exquisite.

MPShop Vintage, Via Maggio 76r – I’ve picked up some great vintage pieces at this teeny vintage store (no name on the front of the shop) at the end of Via Maggio.

Antica Tappezzeria Borsellini, Viale Maggio 56R – The perfect place to find high-end, custom-made sofas and chairs or to have a current gem recovered.

Morbar, Via Maggio 70 – Are you, by chance, a bride-to-be? If so, be sure to take a peek inside the wedding
dress shop. Every time I pass it makes me want to get married all over again!

Eat + Drink

Trattoria 4 Leoni, Via de’Vellutini 1r – A great, quaint trattoria sandwiched right between the Santo Spirito and Palazzo Pitti areas. The outdoor dining is right on Piazza della Passera, a cute little piazza tucked into side streets.

Goldenview, Via de’Bardi 58 – Its location near the Ponte Vecchio means it can be full of tourists during the busy season, but you can’t beat the views and the seasonal house specialties — or the live jazz that starts after
9pm. To hand with locals, make a reservation for after 9 or 9:30.

Pitti Gola e Cantina, Piazza de’Pitti 16 – A fantastic little wine bar right across from Palazzo Pitti. If you spend the day at Palazzo Pitti, this is the place to stop for a quick taste of wine before you head back to your hotel to get ready for dinner.

Rifrullo II, Via di San Niccolo 55r – A hip cafe/bar in a neat part of town. It’s a great spot for a nightime drink and appertivo.

5 e Cinque, Piazza della Passera, 1 – Tucked away in a teeny Piazza near the Palazzo Pitti, this restaurant serves only in-season, organic food. The menu changes daily.

Stay

Home in Florence, Via Santa Maria 21

Pucci Suites, Via Romana 61

Giglio Bianco, Via Romana 28

Santo Spirito Area

The Palazzo Pitti and Santo Spirito areas are sometimes included under the umbrella of the Oltrarno, a term you hear often for this area on the “other side” of the Arno River. For me, a perfect afternoon is people watching whilst eating a panino from Gustapanino on the steps of Santo Spirito. This section of town just simply makes me happy. Although is can get crowded during the high season, it’s a great place to relax and explore any time of year.

Do

Chiesa di Santo Spirito – Despite its somewhat plain exterior, Santo Spirito’s interior is exquisitely beautiful. Often (and inexplicably) less crowded than those in the city center, this church features works by many top Renaissance artists, although most would argue that the architecture is the star of the show.

Shop

Ceri M. Complementi Di Arredamento, Via dei Serragli 24 – One of my favorite art/frame shops in the city. Every time I pass by I fall in love with a new print and equally wonderful (and ornate) frame.

Angela Caputi, Via Santo Spirito 58r – The costume jewelry in this store will have you drooling. If you’re looking to make an investment in a piece you’ll own forever, Angela’s shop is the place to go.

Calzature Francesco da Firenze, Via Santo Spirito 62r – My husband is dying for a pair of custom, handmade shoes from this shop. Stop by this shop and stare in the window to watch a true craftsman at work.

Ceri Vintage, Via dei Serragli 26r – One of my favorite stores in Florence. Not only are the clothes (which span from the 1800′s to the 1960′s) to die for, but the presentation and atmosphere in the shop transports you to a different world.

Eat + Drink

Gustapanino, Gustapizza and Gustaosteria (clustered near the intersectino of Via Maggio and Via de’Michelozzi into Santo Spirito) - This trio of eateries is owned by the same family and all within a hop, skip and a jump from each other. If you need a quick bite, grab a made-to-order panino from Gustapanino or an indivudal pizza from Gustapizza. For dinner, consider Gustosteria.

Trattoria Mamma Gina, Borgo San Iacopo 37 – Hearty Tuscan fare at its best. This cozy restaurant is one of my favorites.

Osteria del Cinghiale Bianco, Borgo San Iacopo 43 – The “White Boar” is a few doors down from Mamma Gina’s and another of my favorites. The atmosphere inside the restaurant is great and the food just as good.

Volume, Piazza Santo Spirito 5r – A mix of locals, travelers and students, Volume is always full of interesting people willing to chat over a cup of espresso. If you plan to stay for a while, it’s also a great place to get connected to local happenings.

La Cite Libreriacafe, Borgo San Frediano 20r – You won’t find a more diverse group of people or a more laid back atmosphere than you will at La Cite. When you need to escape the hustle and bustle of the immediate city center, this is the place to do.

Stay

Palazzo Guadagni, Piazza Santo Spirito 9

B&B Bonsignori, via Maggio, 19

FLORENCE FYIs

Art Lovers

If you are a diehard fan of art, I highly suggested checking out the Tuscany Arts Blog before you visit. From events and exhibits large and small, this blog never misses a thing. Plus, they cover all of Tuscany, which means you might find the perfect excuse for a daytrip to a smaller town in the countryside!

Eat

The most important thing to know about restaurants in Italy is that each one has but a handful of dishes (sometimes just one or two) that are considered “house specialties.” Whether you visit one of my favorites listed above or venture out on your own, be sure to ask about the “house specialty” to see the restaurant at its finest.

Interior Design

The city is ripe with furniture, antique and interior design shops. Two streets in Florence stand out as my favorite places to browse and window shop — Via Maggio in the Oltrarno area and Via dei Fossi on the
edge of the historic center near Santa Maria Novella. On both of these streets you’ll find stores full of furniture and accessories from every design era between the 1700’s and today. What’s more, the store windows are nothing short of art installations — prepare to be wowed.

Artists at Work

One of the most blissfully wonderful things about Florence is the number of local craftsmen with open window work studios. From shoemakers to metalsmiths to musical instrument craftsmen, the city of full of artist’s that let you spy on their daily routine. As you wander through the city, be brave and wander down a few small alleys (particularly in the Oltrarno area) to see these masters at work.

Vintage Clothing

Florence is a city that values fashion history, and there is no better evidence of this fact than the number of vintage clothing stores in the city center. From last season’s trendiest blouses to wedges from the 1960’s, Florence’s vintage stores provide hours of shopping delight. As you might imagine, most of these stores specialize in Italians designers and “Made in Italy” specialties.

A short note of advice about addresses
in Florence…

In the center of Florence, the numbers on residences and businesses can be quite confusing. You will see both “red” and “black” numbers. Sometimes there is an “r” added after the red numbes and/or the number itself is red. So, what’s the difference between red and black? The general concensus is that private residences, some offices and hotel are typically numbered in black (or blue). Businesses, such as restaurants, stores and bigger offices, are usually numbered in red. Ready to be even more confused? The number don’t always go in numerical order — as a group or independently by color. Check out “The Numbers Game” post on my blog for more info.

...Blogger girl..Blair "Bee" Eadie!!!

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**www.atlantic-pacific.blogspot.com

...BrAiDeD!!

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...Ryan Yoon for Virgine Magazine

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All You Can Get – Ryan Yoon captures fashion made from unusual objects for the premier issue of Virgine Magazine. Featuring a bevy of coke cans, M&Ms and iPads styled by Hissa Igarashi, models Cintia Dicker, Valeria Dmitrienko, Annabelle Tsaboukas, Dani, Isabelle Sonnenschein, Valerie Avdeyeva and Anett Griffel pose as if they are wearing their couture best.
+++more pics in http://fashiongonerogue.com/ryan-yoon-virgine-1/

...Around the H&M´s showrooms!!! Autumm/Winter 2011

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+++http://www.streetstrut.com //

...Orangerine!!

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...Blogger girl..Carolina Engman!!

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http://www.fashionsquad.com

...Fashion Graphic!!

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...The most interesting pics about the MET´11 party!!

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...Taylor Tomassi Hill!!!

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...Boho Style!!

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....Funny friends!!

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...TheSelby´s Couples!!!

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***...more pics...www.theselby.com!!!

...Woman on trend...Elisa Nalin!!

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** If you are interested in people´s lifestyle around the world, you must visit her web www.theselby.com!!! It´s amazing :-)

...Woman on trend..Christine Centenera!!

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...Androginia!!! Andrej Pejic

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...Another Jewel in Bulgari!!!!

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...Tuttifrutti!!

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*** Una primavera a todo color parece ser la premisa de los próximos meses. Todos los mnixes posibles de color y la eterna hegemonía del blanco...al que le dedicaremos un post próximamente ;-)
** Interesantes los pases de Miu Miu , Prada y Chanel Resort para empezar...

...Perfect LOVE!!!

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...Ece Sukan!!

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***wwww.ecesukanvintage.com

...Conscious Collection by H&M!!!

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Conscious Collection: el estilo sostenible de H&M
(desdeelfrontrow.com)

El trabajo en torno a la sostenibilidad en H&M es constante. A partir de abril, H&M presentará Conscious Collection, una gama continuada de prendas para ella, para él y para los más pequeños realizadas con materiales más respetuosos por el medio ambiente como algodón orgánico, TENCEL® y poliéster reciclado. Los diseñadores de H&M se han inspirado en los diferentes matices del blanco, el color más importante de esta primavera. Se combinará un look minimalista y muy cuidado con una imagen romántica, con lazos, volantes y drapeados estilo Broderie Anglaise. La colección Conscious Collection se pondrá a la venta en todos los establecimientos H&M a partir del 14 de abril.

“Ya no se trata solo de algodón orgánico, ahora las posibilidades de crear un look total realizado con materiales eco han aumentado. Gracias al continuo diseño de las prendas de Conscious Collection, tenemos la oportunidad de mostrar todo lo que se puede crear con tejidos más sostenibles,” comenta Ann-Sofie Johansson, Directora de Diseño de H&M. “Las tendencias de esta temporada están marcadas por los tonos en blanco y en esta colección quedan estupendamente. El blanco proporciona un toque romántico, con detalles de lazos y un estilo Broderie Anglaise, aunque también es el color básico para prendas más deportivas y cómodas y el color principal para ellos en las piezas preppy.”

La colección para mujer está impregnada de un romanticismo actualizado donde las prendas principales como las blusas, las túnicas y las camisetas están caracterizadas por el estilo Broderie Anglaise. Los vestidos con volantes son perfectos para el día y para la noche podrás deslumbrar con los de corte griego. La falda larga vaporosa y los pantalones cortos desgastados también son prendas importantes de la colección. Además, también se presentarán un impecable blazer blanco y pantalones plisados para conseguir una imagen más minimalista. Por otro lado, se creará lencería con lazos y al estilo Broderie Anglaise.

Esta temporada, las prendas para ellos serán más preppy, como el blazer blanco de dos botones, las camisas sin cuello y las camisetas con cuello Henley. Se presentarán camisetas con estampados, a rayas o sin mangas, y vaqueros de cinco bolsillos o pantalones elegantes para poder coordinarlos como se prefiera.

La colección infantil, para niños y para niñas, también está caracterizada por prendas blancas, como vestidos de volantes, faldas y camisetas, que se combinan a la perfección con vaqueros o leggings.

La Conscious Collection es una colección periódica que se sumará a la oferta de H&M en diferentes temporadas y bajo diferentes formas. Para esta primavera sigue las huellas del estilo sostenible que caracterizó a la Garden Collection del año pasado y que obtuvo tanto éxito.

En el siguiente slide os dejo el look book de la colección de mujer, hombre niña, niño y baby a precios que van desde los 7,95€.

MATERIALES CONSCIOUS

- ALGODÓN ORGÁNICO

CULTIVADO SIN EL USO DE SUSTANCIAS QUÍMICAS NOCIVAS

- LINO ORGÁNICO

CULTIVADO SIN EL USO DE SUSTANCIAS QUÍMICAS NOCIVAS

- POLIÉSTER RECICLADO

ELABORADO DE BOTELLAS PET O DESECHOS DE TEJIDOS

- TENCEL®

MATERIAL SEDOSO Y RENOVABLE REALIZADO CON UN
IMPACTO MEDIOAMBIENTAL MÍNIMO

Información y fotos: H&M

...Colours by H&M!! Part I

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Si ya es un lujo poder ver las prendas de Primavera/Verano (y su presentación) en el Showrroom de H&M, el summum es que te las explique y muestre Toni. Que ilusión me hace verte en los blogs ;-) Éste post te lo dedico por profesional, por amistad y porque te aprecio un montón!!!! Maria del Mar.

***Images: Bartabac fashion blog!

....Zara´s Airport!!

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...Secret places...CASA BOSCA (VLC)!!!

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www.casabosca.com
www.chicretreats.com

...Happy New Year!!!

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...ToKiObAbYcAfE!!!

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...Chanel in details!!

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...Eva Fontanelli!!!

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...Waiting the new season!!!

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...Chanel cruise collection P/V 2011!!!

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...Jumpers!! Holt Renfrew, Canada

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...Infinite skirt!!

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...I reallly like it!!

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A Look At NYC Department Store Holiday Windows 2010

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Windows Displays from:
Saks 5th Av (1/3)
Bloomingdale´s(2)
Barneys (4/5)
Lord&Taylor (6)
Macy´s (7)

A Look At NYC Department Store Holiday Windows 2010
November 29, 2010 1:28 PM

From julieparise (CBS on-line edition)

As innumerable holiday movies have demonstrated, New York City is all about Christmas once November hits. Besides the Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree, nothing captures that spirit quite like the classic department store window displays. With stores this year utilizing everything from LCD screens to taxidermy animals to Michelangelo-level origami, Yuletide 2010 appears to be no exception to tradition. By Chris Kelly.

Macy’s

Macy’s really boasts two separate holiday displays this year, each telling its own classic Christmas story.
The first, “Miracle on 34th Street”, depicts several scenes from the classic 1947 film, acted out by half-sized animatronic figures.

The second, “Yes, Virginia…” based on 8-year old Virginia O’ Hanlon’s famous 1897 letter to the New York Sun, is something unique. It is almost entirely made out of bright-colored paper, cut, folded, and sculpted by a team of 14 paper artisans. The display is quite theatrical, with paper curtains in the shapes of rooftop windows, subway trusses, and turn-of-the-century NYC landmarks drawing back to reveal an animated scene, often with further clever sequences farther back, as vibrantly-colored new rooms unfold like a labyrinthine pop-up book. Characters declaim lines, LCD screens show fireplaces burning down and birds fluttering outside of windows, the curtain closes, and spectators move on to the next scene. Extremely charming, dynamic, well-designed, and perhaps the best kid’s window in the city.

Bergdorf Goodman

A sort of Victorian-steampunk mashup has become the high-class holiday aesthetic of choice for the last few years. This year it’s attempted by several stores, but done most stylishly and artistically at Bergdorf Goodman. Their windows are a Highlights hidden picture of cool set pieces, with models in outlandish gowns surrounded by a swirling stew of taxidermy animals and curious old machines. The two major overlapping themes this year seem to be travel and discovery, as well as maps and charts in general. In an astronomy-themed section, a model dressed as a female Isaac Newton is surrounded by dissected engravings of the solar system, as well as crawling zodiac creatures beautifully sculpted out of shredded paper. Further along, Agatha Christie dames travel down 5th Avenue on horses, giraffes, and railroad coaches, trailing long retinues of leather trunks before yellowed maps of the earth and heavens.

Saks 5th Avenue

Saks 5th Avenue uses a similar aesthetic for their “Snowflakes and Bubbles” holiday display, in which a stylishly dressed young girl consigned to the kids’ table at a fashionable party travels from window to window in various Jules Vern-esque conveyances, followed always by the motif of bubbles. A personal favorite was the flying elephant, a clockwork pachyderm suspended from a zeppelin and stamping to the motion of gilded gears and a bubbling liquid porthole in its side. Our heroine dreamily voyages from wood, to sky, to sea, and finally to a Coney Island-style dockside resort before finally crashing a fashionable party in a Martian-looking bubble car.

Barney’s

This year, Barney’s bucks the trends with “foodie holiday”, a display caricaturing various Food Network chefs and foodie idols to tap into the holiday association with feasts and gluttony. One window shows celebrity chefs engaged in a food fight, squabbling among the ruins of lobsters, wine, and corncobs under a garland decorated with the names and faces of New York restauranteurs – in a high point, Mario Batali’s head with an apple in his mouth garnishes the groaning table. Another shows a “Revolutionary Stew”, with some of the great chefs of the last half-century depicted as clouds of steam and smell emanating from a bubbling pot. In-jokes abound, but overall, points for humor and originality.

Lord & Taylor

Lord and Taylor democratizes the Christmas window this year by depicting the holiday memories of New Yorkers submitted via email and Facebook. What results is a New York City block in which the windows reveal mechanical doll-sized families acting out the styles and memories of the past century of Christmases. An apartment chimney slides back to reveal an 1800’s couple toasting with champagne next door to a 50’s family watching Rudolph the Red-Nosed reindeer on a rabbit-eared TV. Doors turn to reveal Currier and Ives girls in fur muffs heading out for ice-skating, while their contemporary great-granddaughters do the same on the other side. Upstairs, Disco Christmas bogeys on until far after Santa arrives.

Bloomingdale’s

Bloomingdale’s holiday display largely consists of a mosaic of 100 LED screens depicting snow covered evergreen forests and mountains with a single cardinal flying over them. Our take? It’s fairly unimpressive. Since the display is basically a pile of televisions, all showing essentially the same CGI image, it feels sort of like watching the menu screen of a DVD on a grand scale, or alternately, like visiting certain relatives: Nice enough if you’re going there anyway, but not worth a trek.

...Lanvin loves H&M!! Shop window VLC

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...I´m looking forward to see this Christmas shop windows!!!

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*** Harrods Christmas Windows

Ladies on trend....Taylor Tomassi Hill!!

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...Lanvin for H&M... at the first sight!!

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... Lace Up/Nike Tower!!!

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...Zara Westfield, London!!

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***...andaluza!!Esta fachada es maravillosa!! ;-)

...Top shop/ Christmas Collection 2010!!

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...By NiGhT!!

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...Fluorescent displays!!

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...The Belt!!

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...Good news about Donald Schneider!!!

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H&M trusts its artistic direction to Donald Schneider

H&M has just announced the appointment of Donald Schneider to the post of artistic director at its eponymous label. Just as Diesel did with Bruno Collin, the Swedish group called upon the press to advertise the position. Donald Schneider has been artistic director since 2008 for the German magazine Stern (Gruner + Jahr group). The 50 year old man knows the brand and the fashion industry well. With Swiss-American origin, he was creative director for Vogue France and Vogue Hommes International from 1994 to 2002. He is also founder of an agency specialising in image, concept and campaign positioning. He has worked for many brands including S. Oliver, Chloé, Brioni, Hugo Boss and Cerruti. Using his studio, he has spearheaded the campaign for the collaboration between Karl Lagerfeld and H&M as well as the H&M magazine.

Original by Bruno Joly. Translated by Rosie Hart

Copyright © 2010 FashionMag.com All rights reserved.

... H&M by Night!!!!

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www.hm.com

...VoGuE,s MaSkEd BaLl!!

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...Elegant!!!

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Once described by Helmut Newton as a "fashion maniac", Anna Dello Russo is currently the Editor At Large and creative consultant for Vogue Japan.

Anna spent 18 years at Conde Nast Italia starting as a Fashion Editor at Vogue Italia she went on to become Editor of L'Uomo Vogue from 2000-2006.

Anna was born in Bari in Southern Italy, and now lives in Milan with her dog Cucciolina.

She is an avid collector of fashion and jewellery and describes herself as a passionate fashionista.

More info...www.annadellorusso.com

....Dreaming with Manuel Bolaño (Bcn Fashion Week 2010)

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“Recuerdo un oso. Un oso de peluche camel. Una fría y gris mañana de invierno en una excursión a los Castros Gallegos. Mi madre, vestida de lanas y sedas en rosa, me llevaba de la mano, y yo me preguntaba... ¿Por qué todo ha de ser de color de rosa?”
Manuel Bolaño dixit...

...Hunter for Selfridges shop window!!!

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...Couples!!

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...Under construction, Dior NYC!!!

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...Am-lul for H&M!!!!!!!

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***Five bloggers will collaborate for H&M showing some fashion pieces and they will explain how wear this piece. From my point of view, Gala is the most fashionable option.Gala is a spanish girl but nowadays she lives in London. She mix and match very good!! Congrats Gala for this opportunity!!!! ;-)

...I love Missoni!!

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...Catherine Baba, Stylist!!

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Considerate as well as a Fashion Icon, Catherine loves to make bold statements and has developed an unmistakable style which has its own place in the contemporary fashion world. She dresses with a sort of 20s and 30s Hollywood glamour and feminine allure, displaying a love of rich fabrics and fantasy clothes that frequently have a surreal twist. She has worked for Chanel, Givenchy, Balmain and Ungaro and is a freelance stylist and consultant for a number of fashion houses and designers. She has also worked for Dazed and international editions of Vogue.

Read more: Catherine Baba - Stylist - the Fashion Spot http://forums.thefashionspot.com/f71/catherine-baba-stylist-82752

...Belt&Hangers!!!

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***H&M Colon street shop windows.August 2010.

...The gold watch!!

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...Cinderella 2010!!

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**brian atwood balleto platforms!! via net-a-porter.

...When the necklace is the most important!!

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....Cute!!

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** yvanrodik&stockholmstreetstyle, s images.

...Juicy Couture, Manhattan (NYC)!!!

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** images property of another normal blog.

......Mulberry Shop windows (June-July) Manhattan!!!

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*** Images courtesy of Rudy Porsipil/Another normal!!!
Thank you Rudy, you are the TECHNICAL FASHION EYES 4 me!!!

....1st Shop windows!! H&M Pre- Fall 2010

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Ladies on trend...Atlanta de Cadenet Taylor!!

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** Mark Hunter pictures.
** More photos in www.thecobrasnake.com
*** Atlanta de Cadenet Taylor es hija de Amanda de Cadenet y el musico de Duran Duran John Taylor.

...Patterns!!

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...Amazing tattoos!!

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...Welcome summer!!! :-)

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www.latrancada.com
...un secreto de mi tierra!! ;-)

...Fall 2010..Balmain!!

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A menos de una semana de las rebajas del verano...aquí están los primeros looks del otoño... Balmain apuesta por un neo rococó con pátinas doradas y bronce, adamascados y levitas coordinadas con blusas semitransparentes de gasa y pantalones en cuero como contraste y regreso al futuro.

...Little Marc Jacobs!!

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...Louis Vuitton, Omotesando JP!!

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...I will see you next tuesday!! ...;-)

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** The beach is mine!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

...Jumpsuit selection!!

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* Kate Schelter (style.com)

* image of lanvin´s show S/S 2010

* imagen del blog http://www.chictoochic.com/

* Jane Aldridge (http://www.seaofshoes.typepad.com/)

....Collection of Style (COS) Stores....I like it!!

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More pictures at www.cosstores.com!!....

Coming soon a surprise!!! ;-)

Ladies on trend...Julia Sarr-Jamois!!

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** Fashion editor´s Wonderland Magazine.

Sarr-Jamois is half Senegalese and half French. She’s 22, and left college to pursue an internship at I-D magazine. She tried modeling a bit in her teens, doing campaigns for Fred Perry and Diesel, but decided she wanted to do something more creative, which is how she got interesting in styling. “I’m sure if I had been doing amazing shows it would have been modeling,” she says of her brief runway career.
Like so many fashion professionals, Sarr-Jamois started early: She was always trying to spice up her school uniform with something like patterned tights, or wearing a black coat instead of the regulation grey, and she”s had her trademark hair style since she was in her mid-teens. Now, freed from the constraints of a rigid academic atmosphere she freely mixes: Alaïa and American Apparel, Margiela with her favorite Marks & Spencer cashmere jumper, either towering stilettos or a pair of Churches brogues, “the more battered the better.” Sarr-Jamois loves sportswear: “Give me a good sweatshirt anytime!” she tells me. Especially if it’s Balenciaga, I say, and we laugh.
Sarr-Jamois has a special place in her heart for vintage, the best examples of which were raided from her mum’s closet. “My mother had a stall selling vintage in the Brixton market in the eighties. All my best denim, my dark jeans, are from her!” she admits.
“I live in London, but I would love to work in Paris for a while—I have family here,” she confides. Wherever Sarr-Jamois is, one suspects that her great good looks will be popping up on the Web, and in our collective consciousness, more and more as subsequent fashion seasons unfold.
(Lynn Yaeger´s article)

Ladies on trend...Sienna Miller!!

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Ladies on trend...Leigh Lezark!!

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Yo no se que tiene ésta chica...pero la veo monísima con cualquier cosita que se ponga!!