Lanvin Ballet Flats : A Fashionable Religion

June 11, 2013 by The CoF

Cut from ultra thin leather – a top grade lambskin with a very soft feel – it has a slightly wider sole than the shoes intended for dance professionals. Trimmed with matching elastic, it is available in a variety of versions including pastel, patent, satin-effect and jeweled, with the leading star a white slipper decorated with a swirl of pearls and crystals – a real dream of a shoe. The finishing details echo certain pieces from the ready-to-wear collection.  

Categories: Fashion • Tags: Ballet Flats, Footwear, Lanvin, Shopping, Women

Diamond Oil Shatterproof Shine Intense by Redken

June 10, 2013 by The CoF

  Last year,Redken, the brand for professional hair care products introduced  All Soft Argan-6 Oil , however, putting the policy of improvement of products in this series, did not stop on achieved and the result , a novelty for hair care Diamond Oil Shatterproof Shine Intense in a beautiful black bottle. For the first time, this oil appeared in the backstage at fall-winter 2013/2014 fashion shows where Redken creative consultant ,Guido Palau,used it to create hairstyles for the models on most shows, which […]

Categories: Beauty • Tags: Argan oil, Diamond Oil Shatterproof Intense Shine, Guido Palau, Hair care, Health, Redken, Shopping

Butter London Is Releasing A Line Of Cosmetics

June 10, 2013 by The CoF

  British cosmetics brand Butter hit the market in 2006 with 45 nail polishes . Six years later, in 2012, the brand has launched a liquid lipstick and lip gloss, Lippy Liquid Lipstick. This year, the development continued, and now buyers have a complete cosmetic line Butter London Bespoke Colour Cosmetics.It includes everything needed to create a total makeup look: blush, mascara, eyeliners, lipsticks and glosses, cream shade, and of course, nail polish. According to President and CEO Leslie Friteg […]

Categories: Beauty • Tags: Butter London, Cosmetics, Lip gloss, LONDON, Makeup, Nail polish, Shopping

Jewels Of The Sea

June 7, 2013 by The CoF

Seahorses are truly unique, and not just because of their unusual equine shape. Unlike most other fish, they are monogamous and mate for life. Seahorses have captured the imagination of humans for thousands of years and have a powerful presence in myth and legend. Poseidon, the Greek god of the sea, known as Neptune to the Romans, traveled in a chariot drawn by fierce seahorses with heads of a horse and tails of a fish. For more than 2,000 years, sculptures, […]

Categories: Fashion • Tags: Diamonds, Elise Dray, Fabergé, Jewelry, Seahorse, Shopping, Stephen Webster

Be Cool , Be Blue!

June 6, 2013 by The CoF

  Blue is the coolest color – the color of the sky, sea, ocean, sleep, twilight. The ancient Egyptians used lapis lazuli to represent heaven. Blue symbolizes the Virgin Mary. A pure blue is the color of inspiration, sincerity and spirituality. Blue is the calming color.  Blue is soothing . Dark blue is the color of truth and moderation. A blue iris means friendship is very important to you. Blue is the  color for your nail polish during hot summer days! […]

Categories: Beauty • Tags: Blue Nail Polish, Chanel, Cosmetics, Dior, Essie, Health, mac cosmetics, Nail Care, nails, Nails Polish, NARS Cosmetics, Shopping

Collars by Marni Edition Pre-Fall 2013 Collection

June 6, 2013 by The CoF

Among the accessories of the pre- fall collection of Marni Edition,  i layed my eyes on the funny collars, decorated with robots-skeletons, spiders, surreal machines, insects of crystals and quite unknown origin figures. Choose the best of the more than two dozen, I have not succeeded, so I share the whole collection. Related articles Marni Denim Edition (thecitizensoffashion.com)

Categories: Contact, Fashion • Tags: Accessories, Art, Collars, Marni, Pre-fall 2013, Shopping

L’Oreal Paris Survival Kit For Nails

June 5, 2013 by The CoF

Overworked nails are entitled to their survival kit.Because we change nail polish so often ,we try new styles like changing clothes , the consequence : nails will weaken,split, tarnish The solution of L’Oréal Paris? A repair set that includes: 1. a serum that strengthens the natural barrier of the nails in 7 days , 2. nail care for targeted action (weakness, yellowing…) 3. three new top-coats  capable to create shine, to accelerate drying or even replace the base. And to not forget : The new nail polish BB-rich pro-keratin, […]

Categories: Beauty • Tags: Health, L'Oréal, Nail Care, Nail polish, Shopping, Women

A Vintage Haute Couture Sale In Paris

June 5, 2013 by The CoF

An auction of vintage clothing and accessories signed by houses such as Chanel, Christian Dior or Rochas, will take place on June 24 at the Hotel Drouot,Paris in collaboration with the Cabinet PB Fashion. Nearly 500 pieces selected by the vintage and contemporary fashion expert Penelope Blanckaert, will be presented on Saturday, June 22 and the morning of Monday, June 24, and then will be put on sale from 14: 00 h. The sale orchestrated by Isabelle Boudot  de la Motte features clothing and accessories […]

Categories: Fashion, News • Tags: auction, Chanel, Christian Dior, Haute couture, Loris Azzaro, Madeleine Vionnet, Mariano Fortuny, Paco Rabanne, Paris, Roberto Cappuci, Rochas, Shopping, Tom Ford, Vintage

Hermès Introduce Their New Pocket Sprays

June 5, 2013 by The CoF

This summer Hermès calls upon all his female fans to join Hermès in a more olfactory form of escapism: their luxe, leather-coated limited edition pocket sprays.  Four new pocket spray in a special format – a kind of mini-version of Hermès bags.The range features Bleu galice, Rose crevette, Vert canopée and Jaune soufre,they complemented the already existing range of sprays, including Marron Epsom chocolat and Orange Hermès.The four new colors are available exclusively at Hermès boutiques. 10ml bottle plus refill, €203; 75ml bottle plus refill, €223 Related articles […]

Categories: Beauty, Fashion, News • Tags: Fragrance, Hermès, Hermès Bleu galice, Hermès Jaune soufre, Luxury good, Paris, Shopping, Travel

Bohemique Demi Couture : A Capsule Collection Of 15 Sweaters

June 4, 2013 by The CoF

  The Russian duo of Bohemique Demi Couture has created a capsule collection , consisting  in 15 sweatshirts. The hand-embroidered sweaters aren’t at all the classic sweaters you know but they look like elegant little black dresses with provocative garter. The main intent  of the designers was to convey the spirit of the Hollywood 60′s  era – the sexy and sophisticated, but at the same time in a modern and comfortable. Face of the collection was the muse of the designers the russian actress […]

Categories: Fashion, News • Tags: Anna Chipovskaya, Bohemique, Bohemique Demi Couture, Capsule Collection, Russia, Shopping, Sweater, Sweaters

Dose Nail Polish Capsules

May 31, 2013 by The CoF

Presented in a very transparent pharmaceutical capsule,the brightly mini trios resemble nothing so much but 3 colored pills. Perfect to chase the gloom, each dose contains the exact amount for  one manicure. The concept is fun until the end, since nothing prevents the mix and match of assorted colors. 6 therapeutic trios are already available for nail polish addicts … DOSE nail polishes, 18 €, STRANGEBEAUTIFUL, exclusively at Colette in Paris,France.

Categories: Beauty • Tags: Colette, DOSE, Manicure, Nail Care, nailpolish, Paris, Shopping

Behati Prinsloo For J Crew Swimwear Summer 2013 Collection

May 30, 2013 by The CoF

Categories: Fashion • Tags: Behati Prinsloo, collection, J.Crew, Models, Photography, Shopping, summer 2013, Swimwear, Women

MAC All About Orange Collection

May 30, 2013 by The CoF

“Orange. Its vibrant energy and modern edge ignites fashion and beauty big time in Korea, the rest of Asia and the world. It’s one of the new global super shades that pops with sizzle and cool sophistication. M∙A∙C translates the trend with international impact into a colour collection for face, lips and nails.” – MAC Cosmetics MAC All About Orange Collection launches (officially) online tomorrow and in-stores on June 6th. Here a preview:  

Categories: Beauty, News • Tags: All About Orange, collection, Cosmetics, mac cosmetics, Nail polish, Shopping, Women

La Perla Fall/Winter 2013-2014 Collection

May 30, 2013 by The CoF

The Italian lingerie brand La Perla, which appeared in Bologna in the middle of the last century, has introduced a new collection for autumn/winter 2013-2014. The collection includes lingerie and swimwear items in classic colors – black, beige, white and red – decorated with intricate handmade embroidery. On sale at the end of summer.  

Categories: Fashion • Tags: collection, fall 2013, La Perla, Lingerie, Models, Photography, Shopping, Swimwear, Underwear, Women

Marni Denim Edition

May 28, 2013 by The CoF

For the upcoming fall, Marni creative director, Consuelo Castiglioni has prepared a new line : Marni Denim Edition, dedicated, as you may guess from the name, denim. From this, the designer has created pants, dress, dress, suit, skirt and shirt. In addition to it – a new variation of the classical Laufer, decorated with pale pink, orange and yellow accents, T-shirts and fabric bags with prints, delicate jewelry made with chiffon and stockings with contrast stripes. The collection will be […]

Categories: Fashion • Tags: Consuelo Castiglioni, denim, fall 2013, Marni, Marni Denim Edition, Shopping

Chanel: Five Iconic Shades Of Nail Polish

May 28, 2013 by The CoF

“Trends go, but the best stays” – perhaps this is the essence of Chanel and what we would call the new short video presented by Chanel,  which revolves around the theme of five religious shades of varnishes: Black Satin , light brown Particulière,cherry Rouge Noir, Golden-Beige Beige and Crimson Pirate. Each of these shades ideal for creating both a day and an evening look. Chanel is brand that always creates trends in manicure but all of these trends in competition with […]

Categories: Beauty • Tags: Chanel, Crimson Pirate, Nail Care, nailpolish, Rouge Noir, Shopping, Varnish, Women

Oscar de la Renta Nail Lacquer Fall 2013 collection

May 27, 2013 by The CoF

A decadent, rich mulberry that goes on with velvet-like perfection. Inspired by Oscar de la Renta’s Fall 2013 collection, these new limited-edition shades were created exclusively for the runway and the designer’s devoted online clientele. This state-of-the-art formula goes on flawlessly and delivers a long-lasting, chip-resistant and high-shine manicure finish.  

Categories: Beauty, Fashion • Tags: Cosmetics, fall 2013, Nail polish, Oscar de la Renta, Ready-to-wear, Shopping

Elizabeth Taylor By Lula

May 27, 2013 by The CoF

Adorned with her own personal jewelry Elizabeth Taylor by artist Lula, is wearing a few of the looks (from Comme des Garçons, Rick Owens, Miu Miu, and J.W. Anderson) from the runway.   Curated by Carine Roitfeld Art by Lula Edited by Michaela Dosamantes source crfashionbook.com  

Categories: Fashion • Tags: Art, Shopping, Carine Roitfeld, Women, illustration, Rick Owens, Comme des Garçons, Elizabeth Taylor, LULA

Designer Jewelry : Venessa Arizaga

May 27, 2013 by The CoF

Parsons graduate and former director of design for Zac Posen, Venessa Arizaga launched her eponymous label in 2007. Inspired by her travels to Puerto Rico, this handcrafted collection reflects a distinct Latin American feel, featuring bold clashing colours and a rich mix of textures.    

Categories: Fashion • Tags: Art, Jewellery, Jewelry, Shopping, summer 2013, Venessa Arizaga

The Perfect Sandals This Summer : Ancient Greek Sandals

May 27, 2013 by The CoF

Inspired by Greek mythology and Old World craftsmanship, Ancient Greek Sandals designs one-of-a-kind footwear featuring rich vachetta leather that develops a beautiful patina that only gets better with age. Handmade in Greece using traditional techniques passed down through generations.    

Categories: Fashion • Tags: Ancient Greek Sandals, Art, Footwear, Greece, shoes, Shopping

Resurrection & 1St Dibs Studios present : ” Versace : SuperModa! “

May 27, 2013 by The CoF

The vintage experts from Resurrection partnered with 1stdibs.com to present and sell clothing and accessories from Gianni Versace’s designs from the eighties and nineties. images via resurrectionversace.avl.1stdibs.com

Categories: Fashion • Tags: Art, clothing, Gianni Versace, Resurrection, Shopping, Versace, Vintage

The H & M Fall/Winter 2013-2014 Collection

May 24, 2013 by The CoF

In late February, the Swedish brand H & M had their debut show in Paris during Paris Fashion Week in the Rodin Museum, In their first “French” Collection H & M showed cape, leather jackets and pants, high boots, hats and boots in the style of Louis XIV. And yet – faux fur boas, necklaces with silver crystals and a very good bags on chains  (under the form reminding a Celine Classic Box Bag). In short, your favorite style model off […]

Categories: Contact, Fashion • Tags: clothing, collection, fall 2013, H&M, Paris Fashion Week, Shopping

A New Collection By Gaetano Perrone For The Russian Shoe Brand CORSOCOMO

May 24, 2013 by The CoF

The italian Gaetano Perrone is the chief designer for shoes and accessories for Alexander McQueen, He also collaborated with brands like Dior, Emanuel Ungaro, Sergio Rossi, Salvatore Ferragamo and others. This capsule collection for CORSOCOMO that Gaetano does it’s not the first one. But all of them are focus on qualities that Gaetano values ​​in women most : strength , sensuality and sophistication. His latest collection for CORSOCOMO turned feminine, modern and seductive, provocative. The designer has built it on […]

Categories: Design, Fashion • Tags: Art, CORSOCOMO, Footwear, Gaetano Perrone, Russia, shoes, Shopping

The Perfect Clutches For Rainy Days

May 24, 2013 by The CoF

  Rainy weather made its prisoner the whole Europe,  and  even the sunny Cote d’Azur is invaded by clouds and rain this days  destroying  the red carpet at the Cannes Film Festival, or the Dior’s resort show which was held in a very rainy Monte Carlo,Monaco,last weekend. In order to protect from moisture the documents, smartphones and other small items that are stored in the ladies’ bags, I recommend  a temporarily switch to plastic clutches. Here I found some very chic […]

Categories: Fashion • Tags: Cannes Film Festival, Chanel, clutches, Dior, Emilio Pucci, Handbags and Purses, Lanvin, Shopping, Stella McCartney, summer 2013, Valentino

The Third Collection Of Shoes Converse X Comme Des Garçons Play

May 23, 2013 by The CoF

Coming soon in Comme des Garçons stores and online stores around the world a capsule collection of sneakers and running shoes, created by Rei Kawakubo especially for Converse. This is the third collaboration between the Japanese brand and Converse.  One pair will cost 130 $ – 140 $ .  

Categories: Fashion • Tags: Comme des Garçons, Converse, Footwear, Rei Kawakubo, Shopping

New York City Ballet Sells Its Costumes

May 21, 2013 by The CoF

For the first time in the history of New York City Ballet, founded in 1948 by choreographer George Balanchine, costumes, pointe shoes and jewelry created especially for the theater performances will be on sale through the online store One Kings Lane,today, May 21.The unique pieces which were wear by prima balerinas Kovroski Maria, Ana Sophia Scheller, and Wendy Whelan, and other dancers theater. Prices start at $ 55 for pointe shoes Janie Taylor and reach up to $ 6000 for a corset, which was […]

Categories: Fashion • Tags: Art, Ballet, Costumes, George Balanchine, Jewels, New York City Ballet, Performing Arts, Shopping, Wendy Whelan

Dior Summer Mix Collection : The Perfect Pair

May 20, 2013 by The CoF

The creator of a new collection of limited edition Dior Summer Mix Collection, world-famous makeup artist Chien, is convinced that the main rule this season — pick up your nail polish and blush in tone on tone. Four bright colored cream blush from the line perfectly match the colors of the nail polishes. You can purchase them starting  with June 17 on the official website of Dior.

Categories: Beauty, Fashion • Tags: Blush, Cosmetics, Dior, Dior Summer Mix Collection, Nail polish, Shopping, summer 2013

“Art Of The Eye” by MAC Cosmetics

May 20, 2013 by The CoF

Guided by the main rule of everyday makeup – lips or eyes – MAC makeup artists chosen last: their new limited collection of decorative cosmetics «Art of the Eye» is intended to create a flawless look, voluminous lashes and sparkling eyelids. The line includes two eye shadow X 4 palettes blend beautifully while eye shadow singles add vibrant highlights. ,dramatic Kohl Power Eye Pencil ,  Fluidline Brow Gelcreme , bright crayons, liquid eyeliner, black and blue mascara , iridescent color compact […]

Categories: Beauty, Fashion • Tags: Cosmetics, Eye shadow, Fluidline Brow Gelcreme, mac cosmetics, Make-up Art Cosmetics, Shopping, summer 2013, The art of the eye

Louis Vuitton Releases A New Bag : The W

May 20, 2013 by The CoF

In July 2013  LV releases, in selected Louis Vuitton boutiques ,the new handbag model ,called W : a bag that resembles the letter, a form that is created from the skin of different textures and colors. Some of its variations are decorated canvas Monogram, velvety and embroidery on leather, inspired by the art of tapestry. The lining of the bag is made of fine suede. Inside the W, which strongly holds form, despite the softness of the material, there is lots of […]

Categories: Fashion • Tags: Accessories, Handbag, Handbags and Purses, July 2013, Louis Vuitton, Shopping, The W Bag

The Perfect Sunglasses For A Hot Summer

May 20, 2013 by The CoF

Categories: Fashion • Tags: Accessories, Cutler & Gross, Linda Farrow, Shopping, spring/summer 2013, sunglasses, Thierry Lasry, Women

Kaftan : Swimsuit Cover-Up

May 16, 2013 by The CoF

They are airy and cool on a hot summer day, which make them the perfect swimsuit cover-up or perfect for a pool party.The Kaftans are both glamorous and comfortable, exotic yet simple.Kaftans give the wearer both a sensual and elegant appeal. A selection of some of the best kaftans in shops now :

Categories: Fashion • Tags: Athena Procopiou, Heidi Klein, Kaftan, Missoni, Ondademar, Roberto Cavalli, Shopping, summer 2013, Swimsuit, Tambourine

Mavala : Chili & Spice Color’s

May 14, 2013 by The CoF

This summer, the Swiss cosmetics company Mavala selects exotics bright colors to create a collection of lacquers “Color’s & Chili Spice. Each of the six shades carries the name of a city or an island from Africa, Indonesia, India, Central and South America, beautiful like the unique nature and culture of these places. An explosive varnish collection ,from blue, purple, pink, orange,bright red to emerald helps you create some really “hot” summer nails!  

Categories: Beauty • Tags: Cosmetics, Lacquer, Mavala, Nail Care, Nail polish, Shopping

Giuseppe Zanotti Sneaker Collection

May 14, 2013 by The CoF

Before he became a shoe designer, Giuseppe Zanotti worked as a DJ during the 80s club scene. This seems to explain the designer’s preternatural knack for sneaker design. “It started as an experiment, a bit for fun, while doing design exercises with Kanye West but in the end it proved to be a hit,” mused the Italian designer.  ”Our couture sneakers carry all the Giuseppe Zanotti signature elements: glamour, aggressive and still super feminine look, quality of leathers, care for details and […]

Categories: Fashion • Tags: Design, Footwear, Giuseppe Zanotti, Shopping, Sport, Women

Roger Vivier: Limited Edition Rendez-Vous Collection

May 13, 2013 by The CoF

Roger Vivier’s Rendez-Vous collection honors the history of couture with a collection of limited edition, handcrafted accessories. From sequined minaudiéres to ruffled clutches, these exquisite creations are as much masterpieces as they are black-tie pieces. Prices : 2,675 $ – 52,850 $ images via modaoperandi.com  

Categories: Fashion • Tags: Clutch, Handbags and Purses, Haute couture, limited edition, luxury, Rendez-Vous Collection, Roger Vivier, Shopping

From Chaos to Couture At Bergdorf Goodman ,Celebrating the Costume Institute

May 13, 2013 by The CoF

Categories: Design, Fashion • Tags: Art, Bergdorf Goodman, Costume Institute, Metropolitan Museum of Art, Shopping

Alexander Siradekiana : From Russia With Love

May 8, 2013 by The CoF

The first collection of women’s shoes by Alexander Siradekiana was called “My Way”. The russian designer expressed his idea of the ideal women’s shoes: natural beauty sought to emphasize women’s feet and decorate it as much as possible without sacrificing comfort. Alexander preferred the classical forms and traditional materials: patent leather, suede, velvet, lace .  

Categories: Fashion • Tags: Alexander Siradekiana, Art, Designer, Footwear, Russia, Shoe, Shopping

Chanel Boutique In St. Tropez

May 8, 2013 by The CoF

The Maison Chanel knows not to change a winning project: in fact, it opened its boutique éphémere at the Hôtel La Mistralée in Saint-Tropez for the fourth year in a row. The French fashion house’s temporary store will house the women’s Spring Summer 2013 and accessories collections, and the Métiers d’Art 2012-2013 Paris-Edimbourg collection. source vogue.it

Categories: Architecture, Fashion • Tags: Chanel, Design, Photography, Ready-to-wear, Saint-Tropez, Shopping, Travel

Necklaces : Volumes, Geometries And Colours Without Limits

April 30, 2013 by The CoF

One of the star accessory this season shows that, as in many other things, size matters! Collars are imposed with maxi proposals you will want to take to launch a message of power fashion from morning to night, so do not be afraid to celebrate excesses. The idea is that you won’t use half-measures in terms of volumes, length or colors. They are loaded with sparkles and rhinestone that suggest Gothic or Baroque. There are true examples of pectorals flapper […]

Categories: Fashion • Tags: Art, Dolce & Gabbana, Gucci, H&M, Jewelry, Necklace, Shopping, Versace

Clinique : Nail Polish Revolution

April 23, 2013 by The CoF

Great news for all the girls with extremely sensitive skin : Clinique  produces a line of nail polishes that don’t contain harsh chemicals, so there are no unpleasant reactions — even if the piece some nail polish gets on the mucous membranes of the eyes, no irritation. You can choose from twelve classic hues and four limited: first collection is suitable for any occasion, and the second is the perfect solution for the summer. The nail polishes will be available […]

Categories: Beauty • Tags: Clinique, Cosmetics, Health, Nail Care, Nail polish, Shopping, Women

Tales Of Spain

April 23, 2013 by The CoF

Stuart Vivers, Creative Director of Loewe brand,supports the Spanish national handicraft traditions that are at the roots of the brand with an accessories capsule collection “Tales of Spain” that are decorated with traditional ornamentation and characteristic of the Spanish Baroque. The capsule collection includes bright scarves with spanish motifs, bags of various shapes and sizes, straps and bracelets and stickers for manicure, sunglasses and temporary tattoos. The collection will be available in May.   images via vogue.ru

Categories: Fashion • Tags: Accessories, Art, culture, Loewe, Shopping, Spain, Spanish Baroque

Classique : 20 Years, 20 Corsets

April 23, 2013 by The CoF

Designer Jean Paul Gaultier celebrates the 20th anniversary of his first women’s fragrance ,Classique , with a limited edition: Classique 20 Years. Twenty years ago, the designer Jean Paul Gaultier created his first women’s fragrance. A perfume that broke all the moulds canisters designed to date. Classique became thus a sensual corset that spoke for all and each one of the daring women that the designer dressed – and still dressing. “I wanted to show that women could take ownership of this instruments of […]

Categories: Beauty, Fashion • Tags: Art, Corset, Fragrance, Jean Paul Gaultier, Lingerie, Perfume, Photography, Shopping

Sunglasses for spring

April 22, 2013 by The CoF

Sunglasses are a recurring element when it comes to style. This season the retro, still imposed but the variety reigns. A top style are the megamonturas who share the limelight with the round ones that recall the 1980s. But you have to remember ,when selecting your sunglasses, that what is the most important is the shape of your face. If your forehead is broad and your very pronounced Chin, the Aviator glasses type are for you. The round face should seek extended vertically and […]

Categories: Fashion • Tags: Accessories, Dior, Dolce & Gabbana, Health, Roberto Cavalli, Shopping, spring/summer 2013, sunglasses

Fendi Baguette : An Illustrated Guide

April 18, 2013 by The CoF

The Baguette is a story of craftsmanship, artisanship, connoisseurship and design. Launched in 1997, the Fendi Baguette instantly became one of the most popular accessories of the decade, creating an enduring style icon that women the world over have coveted and collected with passion. A deceptively small, simple handbag to be carried under the arm like the French loaf from which it takes its name, the Fendi Baguette has been produced in over 1000 versions. Celebrating its 15th anniversary, the […]

Categories: Fashion • Tags: Accessories, Art, Baguette, Fendi, Handbag, Shopping

Handbags & Luxury Accessories Signature Auction

April 15, 2013 by The CoF

The biannual live handbag auction is a preview of some of the most exceptional handbags in the world offering access to a wide selection of bags that are no longer available in the retail stores.   Auction location and date: On April 28th at Ukrainian Institute of America at The Fletcher-Sinclair Mansion in New York. images via jewelry.ha.com  

Categories: Fashion • Tags: Accessories, auction, Bulgari, Chanel, Handbags and Purses, Hermès, luxury, New York City, Shopping, Tiffany & Co

Amélie Pichard Fall/Winter 2013 Collection

April 15, 2013 by The CoF

“Dreamy but realistic, masculine but terribly sophisticated, Amélie Pichard makes shoes in her image : timeless, quite surreal, glamorous but fitted to everyday life.” – Amélie describes herself in her bio. A.P. combines vintage inspiration with modern shapes and materials to create a collection that for sure will attract attention .

Categories: Fashion • Tags: Amélie Pichard, Design, Footwear, Handbags and Purses, Shopping

Sicilian Summer

April 13, 2013 by The CoF

What would Italy be without Sicilia?… In Sicilia (Sicily)  an island where the time is measured in moments and feelings in eternity.Take a taste of Sicilia (while you prepare your next trip there) with this colorful prints from Dolce&Gabbana Summer 2013 collection that is inspired by the most profound “Sicilian Tradition”  that can be seen on the prints depicting the famous puppets of Sicilian, street theaters, on the typical local barrows and peculiar wheels, on the Caltagirone head-shaped ceramic vases and dishes. images via dolcegabbana.com

Categories: Fashion • Tags: Art, Dolce & Gabbana, inspiration, Italy, Shopping, Sicilia, Sicily, spring/summer

Summer Time : Burst Of Colors

April 13, 2013 by The CoF

First comes the fresh spring and after the hot summer! And with them a burst of colors! They are everywhere! Bold strokes, primary hues, vivid neons, and pretty pastels are all playing their part in this phenomenon. And you ? Are you green ,citron, turquoise , orange,yellow ,pink or electric blue? Images via neimanmarcus.com

Categories: Fashion • Tags: Fendi, Handbags and Purses, inspiration, Prada, Proenza Schouler, Saint Laurent, Salvatore Ferragamo, Shopping

Kayu by Jamie Lim

April 12, 2013 by The CoF

Kayu is a California based label founded by Jamie Lim. Jamie grew up in South East Asia surrounded by artisanal crafts. However, over the years she noticed that these traditional arts were slowly disappearing. Kayu was born out of a desire to preserve and cultivate these traditional techniques and also support the artisans.  

Categories: Fashion • Tags: Artisan, California, clutches, Handbags and Purses, Kayu, Shopping

Pierre Hardy For NARS Collection

April 12, 2013 by The CoF

NARS will be launching a limited-edition makeup collection with Pierre Hardy based on the designer’s summer 2013 shoe collection. Pierre Hardy for NARS collection, available in May at NARS.  Images by NARS

Categories: Beauty, Fashion • Tags: Nail polish, NARS, NARS Cosmetics, Pierre Hardy, Shopping

Sophia Webster By Neiman Marcus

April 11, 2013 by The CoF

images via neimanmarcus.com    

Categories: Fashion • Tags: Art, Footwear, Neiman Marcus, shoes, Shopping, sophia webster