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Christian Louboutin launches his nail polish line

July 23, 2014 by The CoF

Christian Louboutin, the master of the red sole shoes is launching his line of nail polish. For those who don’t know , it is thanks to the red lacquer,that incidentally the iconic red sole of Louboutin shoes appeared. According to the legend, in 1992, Christian Louboutin, while preparing his third collection, realized that his shoes didn’t turned out as bright and interesting as they looked in the sketches. He was particularly upset by the sole. Then the designer took a bottle of red nail polish from […]

Categories: Beauty, Nail • Tags: Christian Louboutin, Red Louboutin, Saks Fifth Avenue

The Illusionists : fashion illustration and jewelry

May 9, 2014 by The CoF

Illustrator Bruno Grizzo demonstrates us once again with his project for the luxury department store Saks Fifth Avenue entitled ‘The Illusionists’ the decorative power of jewelry. Alexis Bittar Gemstone & Crystal Vine Cluster Cocktail Ring From the Elements Maldivian Collection. Vines of shimmering Swarovski crystal pavé lace a bouquet of soft pastels, a mother-of-pearl doublet, hydroquartz pink amethyst and mabe shell pearl all within gilt, pebbled bezels. John Hardy Sterling Silver Lariat Necklace and 18K Yellow Gold & Sterling Silver Dot […]

Categories: Fashion, Jewelry • Tags: Alexis Bittar, Bruno Grizzo, Marco Bigeco, Saks Fifth Avenue

DIOR TRANSATLANTIQUE color collection exclusively at Saks

March 17, 2014 by The CoF

The Limited Edition Dior TRANSATLANTIQUE color collection is inspired by Christian Dior’s love for travel and the brand’s spirit for timeless elegance and playfulness. Following Trianon,Dior’s spring collection , filled with soft blue , mint and pink tones , the French brand released a limited cruising range called Transatlantique,The collection boasts classic, elegant shades contrasted by bold pops of color : classic ” sea ” shades, a combination of red supplemented with neutral shade like sandy beige with a golden […]

Categories: Beauty, Makeup • Tags: Christian Dior, Dior, Rouge Dior, Saks Fifth Avenue, Spring 2014

Jimmy Choo Men Fall 2013 Preview

February 27, 2013 by The CoF

Designed by creative director Sandra Choi, the line is sold in Bergdorf Goodman, Saks Fifth Avenue and Mrporter.com, among others. Retail prices generally range from $495 to $995. photos by davide maestri and jimmy choo

Categories: Fashion • Tags: Bergdorf Goodman, fall 2013, Jimmy Choo, men collection, mr porter, Saks Fifth Avenue, Sandra Choi

Paul Andrew A Name To Remember

January 12, 2013 by The CoF

“Shoes that are sexy yet sophisticated with a fantastical influence from artisan, almost couture, techniques” Academic background Berkshire College of Art & Design, England – Women’s Fashion & Footwear Design. Experience in the fashion world “I graduated from fashion design school in 1999 and won the Draper’s Record “Student Footwear Designer of the Year” award for my graduation shoe collection. The collection was bought by Yasmin Sewell and quickly sold-out at her infamous London boutique, Yasmin Cho. I was subsequently […]

Categories: Design, Fashion • Tags: Calvin Klein Collection, Donna Karan, New York City, Paul andrew, Saks Fifth Avenue, shoes

A 3D Spectacle At Saks Fifth Avenue

December 8, 2012 by The CoF

Every year New Yorkers look forward to the spectacle that is the unveiling of the Saks Fifth Avenue Christmas windows. This year they were not disappointed, with the legendary department store putting on a breathtaking display by transforming the front of the entire building into a giant 3D screen with sequences featuring Christmas wreaths, gifts and ice skaters. The windows themselves showcase the latest ready-to-wear collections with a little help from the Saks Christmas yeti.

Categories: Design, Fashion • Tags: Christmas, Department store, Design, Fashion, Holiday, Retail, Saks Fifth Avenue, Shopping

Stella McCartney Dives Into Art Basel

December 7, 2012 by The CoF

By Rebecca Kleinman Stella McCartney took a swan dive into Art Basel this year. Doing double duty on Tuesday, the designer hosted the ultimate backyard bash for her Adidas collaboration’s spring collection and a Vanity Fair dinner honoring video artist Bill Viola and his exhibit at the Museum of Contemporary Art, North Miami. All signs from a new Bal Harbour boutique to Miami’s active, outdoor lifestyle to Basel’s international spotlight pointed to her participation at last. “I could tell it’s a […]

Categories: Design, People • Tags: Art Basel, Bonnie Clearwater, Design, Miami, Museum of Contemporary Art North Miami, People, Pharrell Williams, Saks Fifth Avenue, Stella McCartney, Tommy Hilfiger