BARNEY'S NEW YORK Warehouse SALE!!!

Barneys New York Warehouse Sale

255 West 17th Street
212-450-8400

50-75% off regular prices on our selection of the finest designer clothing, shoes and accessories for men and women, as well as gifts for the home.

Thursday, February 12th through Sunday, March 1st

Thursday, February 12th & Friday February 13th: 8am-9pm
Weekdays: 10am-9pm
Weekends: 10am-7pm

We accept every form of payment that is accepted in the BNY stores:
Cash
Checks
Visa
Mastercard
AMEX
JCB
BNY Card
BNY Gift Cards
BNY Free Stuff Cards

*10% off that days purchases when you open a Barneys New York credit card.

More Shows...

February 13th
Staerk, 450 West 15th (betw 9th and 10th Aves.), 7pm

Hillary Flowers, Touch, 240 West 52nd St. (betw B'wy & 8th Ave), open bar 10-11pm...show begins at 11pm. Showcasing designers: Andrea Langlais, KahriAnne & Hillary Flowers. **Free for guests who say they are there for Hillary Flowers' Fashion Show.**

February 15th
Susan Cianciolo, Tela Design Studio, 31 Little West 12th St. (betw 9th Ave. and Washington St.), 6-7:30pm

February 16th
Yigal Azrouel, 408 West 14th St., 3-5pm

MORE Fashion Week Info...Parties!!!

I have more Fashion Week info to share with those of you in the NYC area looking to attend some after parties... you can check this web page too for a whole list of party options... http://guestofaguest.com/calendar/#

February 12th (TONIGHT) -
BMW & VOGUE Cocktail Reception, 122 W. 2 6th St., 6-8pm

New York Amfar Gala, Cipriani 42nd St., 6:30pm (tickets are $1,000)

Alvin Valley After Party, M2 Ultra Lounge, 530 W. 28th St. (formerly Mansion), 9:30-11:30pm

New York Model Management, 125 W. 45th St., 8pm-12am

M2M Natural Nail Care, "A Message in a Bottle" Event, Caudalie at the Plaza Hotel, One W. 58th St., 4th Flr., 6-9pm.

February 13th -
The Iconoclasts: Four Iconic Editors Remix Prada Store Party, 575 Broadway, 6-9pm
Toast the Opening of Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week, 187 Orchard St., 9:30pm-12:30am (featuring an Acoustic Set by the Virgins..the new "it" band)

Victor Glemaud & Camilla Staerk Afer Party, Kowloon, 311 Church St., 11pm-late (hosted by Jamie Bouchert & Natasa V.)

February 15th -
Matthew Williamson New York Store Opening, 415 W. 14th St., 6:30-9:30pm (2nd biggest party of the week)

February 16th -
40/40 Club in Association with Alerte, Carter & Associates, The Victory Gala, 7pm-1:30am (red carpet from 7-8pm...hosted by G.O.O.D. Music artist Tony Williams)

February 17th -
Giorgio Armani Store Opening, 717 - 5th Ave., 6-8pm (Mr. Armani is said to be personally greeting guests....THE biggest party of Fashion Week)

Vladimir Restoin-Roitfeld Presents the work of 3 photographers, 169 Bowery, 6-11pm...in collaboration with Louis Vuitton.

Adidas SLVR Label Store Opening, 108 Wooster St., 9-11pm.

Trovata After-Show Soiree, The Anchor, 310 Spring St., 10pm-until.

February 18th -
Erin Wasson & RVCA Presentation/Party, Milk Studios, 9-11pm (said to be the new, hot, sweaty party to be seen)

February 19th -
Julian Louie After Party, Beast, 171 E. Broadway, 9pm (after fashion show...fashion's new "it" designer)

ENJOY!!!!

Yours in fashion,

Mary Lafayette

Grammy 2009 Fashion

Hey everyone! Just wanted to know your thoughts on last nights Grammy red carpet fashions. I will be the first to say that there were some looks I was not feelin' at all, but there were the accessories that I liked, or the dress or suit, and not the shoes or vice versa. I won't be specific with the looks I did not favor, out of respect for my fellow artists. Instead I will mention a few of the celeb looks that were great on the eyes...Raheem DeVaugn...very different look and I loved it! Particularly the Emerald Green blazer accented with the Metallic Gold sneakers and Black Rimmed glasses (that, from the photo, appeared to have some subtle bits of bling around the frame). Loved Solange's look...the strapless, yellow mini dress that made her flawless legs look longer than life, and beautiful stilettos that were understated so not to take away from the dress! Her bag added the "pop" of accent color that brought the look together fabulously! Kim Kardashian looked stunning in her Shimmer White mini dress and Christian Louboutin platforms. Neyo (loved his printed satin blazer), Jay-Z, LL Cool J and Nas looked like the distinguished gentleman that they are in their suits.

Now on to the ladies of the celebs, i.e. Tiny (T.I.'s woman) and Tennille (Neyo's dancer/lady friend). I loved Tiny's look actually and, in my opinion, each time I've seen her these last 2 or 3 events, her style has improved. I really think the hair color should be changed, because I feel the look she had on last night would have been even more fabulous had her hair been darker...and off the shoulders too. I am not always pleased with Tennille's style choices, but last night was a major improvement for her from head to toe...literally. The hair was beautiful and I loved the bangs, the dress an excellent color for her skin tone, and the metallic silver peep toe shoes were a tasteful compliment that brought the look together well.

**Side note: I was so looking forward to seeing Rihanna on the red carpet and her performance...her style is so original and she's definitely setting trends!

What are your thoughts about last nights Grammy fashions?? Do share!

Stay fashionable!

Mary

This Week in Fashion...FASHION WEEK IS OFFICIALLY HERE!!!

Ok my fellow fashion gurus...One of THE busiest times of the year is officially kickin' off on February 13th at the tents in Bryant Park (42nd betw 5th & 6th for those of you who don't know). This is truly an exciting and very busy time for those of us in the industry who are artists, socialites or work directly for the designers...or who just happen to LOVE fashion. I really look forward to hitting up some of the shows this week, because it gives me ideas for upcoming projects, and I can also build upon my industry contacts. In this business, it's really good to be out & about amongst the people to network & be seen...most people remember a face more than a name.

It seems as though most of the shows I will be attending this season are off Bryant Park and new designers. I love going to the Park but it can be a bit hectic at certain times of the day, and the new or "underground" designers' shows (i.e. Magalis Garcia www.magalisgarcia.com) I enjoy because I really like to introduce the new, innovative and unique designers to my clients and styling team. I'm not really a follower, I've always been different, and though I absolutely am a fan of the seasoned designers like Christian Dior, Gucci, Dolce & Gabbana, Rodarte, Michael Kors and Roberto Cavalli...I also believe in mixing it up a bit with my style and vision. That is one of the qualities of a true artist...originality.

There are also many, many parties and in-store events happening this week & next...some of which I will be hitting up! Here are some of the events (fashion shows, parties) taking place:

Monday (2.9)

* Room 4 Chocolate @ Apotheke, 9 Doyers St (No Time)

* HBO presents an Exclusive Screening @ 40/40 Club, 6 W 25 (7 -10)

Tuesday (2.10)

* Trouble Andrew @ Burton Snowboards Flagship store, 106 Spring St @ Mercer (5 - 6:30)

* Why Hasn't He Proposed Yet? Book launch @ Kathlin Argiro Studio, 265 W 37^th, 7^th Fl (6:30 – 8:30)

* Love @ 1^st Sip @ Dave & Busters, 234 W 42, 3^rd Fl (6:30 – 9:30)

* David Foote No. 10 reception @ Bo concept, 69 Greene St btwn Spring/Broome (7 - 10)

* Bobby Valentino album release party @ Branch, 226 E 54 btwn 2^nd/3^rd (11 - 4)

Wednesday (2.11)

* Spiff PreV-day @ Spiff for Men, 750 Third Ave @ 46^th St (5 – 8)

* Christopher Ong "Madame Butterfly" @ Arader Galleries, 1016 Madison Ave btwn 78^th & 79^th (6 – 8)

Thursday (2.12)

* Nary Manivong A/W 09 @ 442 W 49^th btwn 9^th/10^th (6 – 8)

* February Hedge Fund Social @ La Perla Lingerie Boutique, 803 Madison Ave btwn 67^th/68^th (6 – 8)

* 2^nd Annual Speed Dating Charity event @ Boucarou Lounge, 64 E 1^st St @ 1^st Ave (7 – 10)

* Ignighter Valentine's Day Party @ Haven, 244 E 51^st btwn 2^nd/3^rd (7 – 10)

* Alvin Valley 2009 Fall Collection @ 135 W 18 btwn 6^th/7^th (8 – Until)

* Pinstripe Magazine @ Greenhouse, 150 Varick (9 – 11)

* Fader presents: One Step Beyond @ American Museum of Natural History (9pm – 1am)

Friday (2.13)

* Lyons Wier Ortt Gallery presents Buckle @ 175 Seventh Ave, NE corner 20^th St & 7^th Ave (6 – 9)

Saturday (2.14)

* Georges Chakra's Edition Fall/Winter 2009 Collection @ The Promenade at Bryant Park, 6^th Ave @ 41^st (11am)

I will post more events as they come my way!!!! Those of you that will be in the house at some of the shows...have a great time!!!

Always in fashion,

Mary