Hello ladies & gents...
I came across another online treasure! Boutique Unique (www.boutiquniq.com) is a great site that has men's and women's name brand items from accessories, to luggage, to underwear, to geometric wedges!...at discounted prices!!!
Also check out www.junoshoes.com if you have a shoe fetish...there are men's and women's styles that are very different and the prices are reasonable...which is always a great thing. Especially now.
Just surfing the internet looking for some fashion goodies...getting in gear for the warm weather to come!
Think fashion,
Mary Lafayette
Monday, March 23, 2009
IT'S ALL ABOUT NUDE!!!
Barely there lingerie in 20 shades of NUDE!!! www.myskins.com
I was so happy to find out about this site, because nude bras and panties are oh so necessary, ladies!! And the fact that this company has them in EVERY nude color for those with fair, medium or dark complexions is absolutely brilliant! It's about time!!
So...I am giving a heartfelt THANK YOU to the creators or My Skins on behalf of those women who are more brown than the typical nude bras we see in the stores.
Check it out ladies! I'm going to place my order very soon.
In fashion,
Mary Lafayette
I was so happy to find out about this site, because nude bras and panties are oh so necessary, ladies!! And the fact that this company has them in EVERY nude color for those with fair, medium or dark complexions is absolutely brilliant! It's about time!!
So...I am giving a heartfelt THANK YOU to the creators or My Skins on behalf of those women who are more brown than the typical nude bras we see in the stores.
Check it out ladies! I'm going to place my order very soon.
In fashion,
Mary Lafayette
Friday, March 20, 2009
BROOKLYN FASHION WEEK(END) - April 10th-12th
Brooklyn Fashion Weekend
April 10-12, 2009
by Mary Lafayette
Good day!
I would like to invite you to come and experience Brooklyn Fashion Week{end}, April 10-12, 2009 in the heart of the illustrious Fort Greene/Clinton Hill Brooklyn. The shows will feature local and international designers' Fall/Winter '09 collections, and will kick off at Brooklyn School for Career Development & Brooklyn Technical High School (Field), 510 Clermont Avenue (at Fulton Avenue), Brooklyn, NY 11238.
Go to www.bkfashionweekend.com for more information and to register for your FREE tickets to the show!
Some of the designers showcasing are:
www.alishatrimble.com
www.trudymillerlayers.com
www.loupcharmant.com
www.sachika.com
www.daskomitee.com
www.hindicouture.com
www.tissh.com
www.terristevens.net
www.1929.com
www.parish-nation.com
A few FOOTWEAR and JEWELRY DESIGNERS providing samples:
Dereon
Michael Antonio
Dollhouse
Spanish Leather
Titan Industries (distributor of various brand name shoe designers)
PONO
All The Rage Online
Bijules NYC
**More designers to come....there will be performances by Denise Stone, Astronomical Kid and Eprythme...Special Guest Performance as well...which will be revealed very soon! I will update as soon as there is confirmation.
Stay fashionable and have a FAB weekend!
April 10-12, 2009
by Mary Lafayette
Good day!
I would like to invite you to come and experience Brooklyn Fashion Week{end}, April 10-12, 2009 in the heart of the illustrious Fort Greene/Clinton Hill Brooklyn. The shows will feature local and international designers' Fall/Winter '09 collections, and will kick off at Brooklyn School for Career Development & Brooklyn Technical High School (Field), 510 Clermont Avenue (at Fulton Avenue), Brooklyn, NY 11238.
Go to www.bkfashionweekend.com for more information and to register for your FREE tickets to the show!
Some of the designers showcasing are:
www.alishatrimble.com
www.trudymillerlayers.com
www.loupcharmant.com
www.sachika.com
www.daskomitee.com
www.hindicouture.com
www.tissh.com
www.terristevens.net
www.1929.com
www.parish-nation.com
A few FOOTWEAR and JEWELRY DESIGNERS providing samples:
Dereon
Michael Antonio
Dollhouse
Spanish Leather
Titan Industries (distributor of various brand name shoe designers)
PONO
All The Rage Online
Bijules NYC
**More designers to come....there will be performances by Denise Stone, Astronomical Kid and Eprythme...Special Guest Performance as well...which will be revealed very soon! I will update as soon as there is confirmation.
Stay fashionable and have a FAB weekend!
My Part in...Brooklyn Fashion Weekend...
Hello Fashionistas and Fashionistos!
I initially contacted the CEO/Founder of BK Style Foundation (a non-profit organization), and Producer/Director of Brooklyn Fashion Weekend, Rick Davy, to see if there was a need for a fashion stylist for this years shows. He quickly responded to my email, to my surprise, and said they were in need of more stylists, but weren't able to pay. I was ok with that...there are certain projects I will barter or participate in just to gain more experience, because you sometimes have to do that to get return in your investment! After our meeting, I went straight home and began planning for the next day...pulling out cards of which companies I would contact to request footwear and jewelry samples from. Mr. Davy saw my enthusiasm, professionalism and commitment, and decided to offer me the position of Fashion Director of the show, which I humbly accepted! It is an honor, and I really appreciate the opportunity to work on this event.
I look forward to the buzz and creative chaos on the evenings of the show!
Stay fly,
Mary Lafayette
I initially contacted the CEO/Founder of BK Style Foundation (a non-profit organization), and Producer/Director of Brooklyn Fashion Weekend, Rick Davy, to see if there was a need for a fashion stylist for this years shows. He quickly responded to my email, to my surprise, and said they were in need of more stylists, but weren't able to pay. I was ok with that...there are certain projects I will barter or participate in just to gain more experience, because you sometimes have to do that to get return in your investment! After our meeting, I went straight home and began planning for the next day...pulling out cards of which companies I would contact to request footwear and jewelry samples from. Mr. Davy saw my enthusiasm, professionalism and commitment, and decided to offer me the position of Fashion Director of the show, which I humbly accepted! It is an honor, and I really appreciate the opportunity to work on this event.
I look forward to the buzz and creative chaos on the evenings of the show!
Stay fly,
Mary Lafayette
Thursday, March 12, 2009
Looking Great for Little...or Nothing!
Look Your Best for Less
by Mary Lafayette
Looking for ways to keep your wardrobe updated without spending a fortune, or any money at all? Shopping for items under $100, or working with what you have, is key during this difficult economic time. Here are a few tips that will help you hold on to your dollars…even post-recession:
1) Raid your closets and drawers to see what accessories and garments you already have that you can recycle. Donate the items you don’t need, and keep those you have worn consistently throughout the year. Ladies, for example, you can wear Spring or Summer garments in the Fall/Winter months. How? Layer, layer, layer! Wear a solid cardigan or oversized knit sweater over a knee length or ankle length print dress, add a thin or wide belt and compliment with leather or suede boots, and you’re ready to go! Be sure the sweater or cardigan is darker in color to give that Fall feeling, but the belt can be a bright color to add contrast and that “pop” of color to set the look off just right. Don’t be afraid to experiment with colors and prints!
2) Classic pieces that are essential to your wardrobe: For women, blazer, cardigan, 2 piece suit (skirt and trouser suit), basic button down shirt (solids and at least one with pinstripes), basic black dress that can translate from day to evening, trench coat (wool and/or cotton blend) that you can accessorize with a wide leather belt to make your look more fashion forward and trendy, a great pair of denim trousers (straight leg or bootcut), and a simple dress shoe that you can wear to work or an after work event.
And for the gentlemen…tailored suit and blazer (Black, Gray or Navy), argyle and basic v-neck sweater (cashmere), sweater vest and cardigan, ties (print and basic and a skinny tie, which looks great with v-neck sweaters and cardigans), straight leg jeans (dark wash) and trousers, and flat front pants, modern fit button down shirts (striped, color, print, for a more casual or trendy look), black casual pants (i.e. Dockers or H&M Man), trench coat, leather jacket, and at least a black pair of dress shoes for work and play.
3) Accessorizing is a great way to make your look versatile, “new,” and complete. On a unisex level and depending on the look you’re trying to achieve, belts, bags, scarves and hats are staple accessory pieces that will turn boring into “wow!” Also, ladies, don’t be afraid to layer necklaces and bracelets because they can be great for casual or formal attire.
by Mary Lafayette
Looking for ways to keep your wardrobe updated without spending a fortune, or any money at all? Shopping for items under $100, or working with what you have, is key during this difficult economic time. Here are a few tips that will help you hold on to your dollars…even post-recession:
1) Raid your closets and drawers to see what accessories and garments you already have that you can recycle. Donate the items you don’t need, and keep those you have worn consistently throughout the year. Ladies, for example, you can wear Spring or Summer garments in the Fall/Winter months. How? Layer, layer, layer! Wear a solid cardigan or oversized knit sweater over a knee length or ankle length print dress, add a thin or wide belt and compliment with leather or suede boots, and you’re ready to go! Be sure the sweater or cardigan is darker in color to give that Fall feeling, but the belt can be a bright color to add contrast and that “pop” of color to set the look off just right. Don’t be afraid to experiment with colors and prints!
2) Classic pieces that are essential to your wardrobe: For women, blazer, cardigan, 2 piece suit (skirt and trouser suit), basic button down shirt (solids and at least one with pinstripes), basic black dress that can translate from day to evening, trench coat (wool and/or cotton blend) that you can accessorize with a wide leather belt to make your look more fashion forward and trendy, a great pair of denim trousers (straight leg or bootcut), and a simple dress shoe that you can wear to work or an after work event.
And for the gentlemen…tailored suit and blazer (Black, Gray or Navy), argyle and basic v-neck sweater (cashmere), sweater vest and cardigan, ties (print and basic and a skinny tie, which looks great with v-neck sweaters and cardigans), straight leg jeans (dark wash) and trousers, and flat front pants, modern fit button down shirts (striped, color, print, for a more casual or trendy look), black casual pants (i.e. Dockers or H&M Man), trench coat, leather jacket, and at least a black pair of dress shoes for work and play.
3) Accessorizing is a great way to make your look versatile, “new,” and complete. On a unisex level and depending on the look you’re trying to achieve, belts, bags, scarves and hats are staple accessory pieces that will turn boring into “wow!” Also, ladies, don’t be afraid to layer necklaces and bracelets because they can be great for casual or formal attire.
Gina Velasco Fashion Show
Good morning all...
I haven't been here in a while and I am trying to really get better with that! Please be patient with me...
Just when I thought all of the post fashion week shows came to a head last month...I received an invitation to Gina Velasco's Fall/Winter show. Last night was her Fall/Winter collection show at Nikki Beach Hotel on East 50th in Manhattan. It was my first time being in the Niki Beach Hotel which was very trendy and sexy, and so appropriate to showcase her collection!
Gina Velasco's designs are unique, sexy, vibrant and full of funky patterns and hardware, asymmetrical designs, and lots of texture for the upcoming Fall season. I have been working with Gina for about 2 years or more, and each season her designs exude elegance, edginess and inspiration. Be sure to check out her 2009 collection, and past collections, at www.ginavelasco.com.
Have a fashionable day!
Ciao,
Mary Lafayettte
I haven't been here in a while and I am trying to really get better with that! Please be patient with me...
Just when I thought all of the post fashion week shows came to a head last month...I received an invitation to Gina Velasco's Fall/Winter show. Last night was her Fall/Winter collection show at Nikki Beach Hotel on East 50th in Manhattan. It was my first time being in the Niki Beach Hotel which was very trendy and sexy, and so appropriate to showcase her collection!
Gina Velasco's designs are unique, sexy, vibrant and full of funky patterns and hardware, asymmetrical designs, and lots of texture for the upcoming Fall season. I have been working with Gina for about 2 years or more, and each season her designs exude elegance, edginess and inspiration. Be sure to check out her 2009 collection, and past collections, at www.ginavelasco.com.
Have a fashionable day!
Ciao,
Mary Lafayettte
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