From top left, clock wise: Hype $164.9 available at DSW, Zara $89.90, Paul & Joe $565 available at Net-a-Porter, Fossil $148 available at Macy's. Courtesy photos.
It’s no secret that the Proenza Shoulder PS1 bag is the holy grail of messenger bags.
But with a hefty price tag ranging from $895 to $14,500, ample storage space and utilitarian design it only makes sense that Lazaro Hernandez and Jack McCollough’s masterpiece is a closet staple for the likes of Leighton Meester, Kirsten Dunst and Chloë Sevigny.
But for us common folk, there’s hope!
I’ve rounded up some of the best heavy-duty bags that hold more than just Tic Tacs and credit cards. You will instantly up your sartorial game by grabbing one when you head to work — bonus points if you’ve scheduled happy hour plans after a day at the office.
Carrie Chapman, senior buyer at Barneys New York says, “we’ve been seeing a lot of the ‘urban warrior’ trend, and crossbody styles are a big part of that.” She added, “They are functional and edgy, and can be very sophisticated.”
So,whether you’re a student looking for a stylish alternative to a book bag, or just a gal in need a cross-body purse that you could practically live out of, there’s something for everybody. Happy shopping ladies 😉
SOMETIMES IT’S HARD PICKING OUT WHAT TO WEAR… NOT WHEN YOU HAVE THE RIGHT WARDROBE…. GO TO SHOPBOP.COM FOR ALL THESE LOOKS 😉 GREAT IDEAS FOR OUTFIT BUILDING FOR SPECIFIC OCCASIONS.
Wake up your spring wardrobe with this season’s hottest trend: bright colored jeans. Cameron Diaz worked a salmon pair of Rag & Bones ($165 rag-bone.com), Anna Kendrick made a bold statement in kelly green Rag & Bones ($165 rag-bone.com) and Kim Kardashian stepped out in royal blue J Brand 811’s ($176, 323-852-5000).
Other celeb faves to try: Current/Elliott’s Ankle Skinny in Dahlia ($168, revolveclothing.com) and J Brand 811 in Bright Yellow ($176, ronherman.com). However, you don’t have to break the bank to rock this look. I found an awesome version from Dickies (remember them?!), which comes in hot pink, red and aqua. ($30, dickiesgirl.com)
Some pointers for pulling it off: First, stick to a skinny style so the bold color doesn’t overpower your look. Next, keep the rest of your outfit relatively simple. Think a classic white tee with a layered necklace. I also love a black leather jacket with bright jeans. As for accessories, try a nude pump, sandal or chic black bootie. At night you can experiment with a more colorful shoe. Remember, you want to keep the look about the jean, so don’t overdo the rest and have fun with it!
Pictured from left to right: Current/Elliott, J Brand and Dickies
The dog-days of summer are here again. The secret to looking cool all season long? Bar III: Macy’s newest fashion collection for Impulse. Always fresh, always edgy, Bar III has exactly what you need – think flirty skirts and chic shorts; bohemian dresses and embellished tanks – to take your style to record heights. Plus, with prices starting as low as $20, mixing and matching to create a look that’s all your own is no sweat. However, like all great things, these hotties will be gone before you know it so hurry in to Macy’s or visit macys.com/impulse to beat the crowd.
Forever 21 hosted its Fall 2011 installation at Skylight West yesterday with four of main categories that they’ll be offering in stores in a few months. First up is my fave, dark edgy rock ‘n’ roll looks; second is the Western, Navajo-inspired looks; third is the romantic, grannie-like looks; and lastly the 70s Boho looks. Really cute looks in each station, love all the props they had on display which was made by their in-house team in a month (amazing)! Guests were also welcome to take any of the trinkets and rings on display, it was like a little shopping spree- love Forever 21′s accessories. If you’re a fan of F21 like me, here’s a quick a sneak peek…
It’s true—I get a bit fanatical about nail polish. And now that the sun is finally shining and everyone’s donning their warm-weather attire, what better way to channel our need for a summer manicure fix than by showcasing the season’s freshest lacquers? I’ve got you covered with an awesome color wheel full of more than 30 totally transformative shades. So, instead of opting for your usual hues, get ready to kick up your digit decoration with a broad spectrum of brights (think true reds, eye-popping yellows, orange-infused corals, and sea-inspired turquoise blues), try on a gritty green, or go beyond the pale with an earthy neutral. Also included in my nail polish wheel of fortune: The top coat du jour—cracks in every color. Because when it comes to nails, nothing is really off-limits, so give it a whirl!
Neutral Territory: Channelling all things organic and natural, we tracked down gray, iridescent, white, and beige hues that quietly proclaim a dignified nature and also represent a fresh start.
Above, from left: OPI Nail Polish in Skull & Glossbones, $8.50, visit OPI for locations; NARS Nail Polish in Écume, $17, available at NARS.
Above, from left: MAC Surf Baby Nail Lacquer in Hangin' Loose, $15, available May 25 at MAC; RGB Nail Polish in Stone, $14, available at RGB.
Seeing Red: This season’s reds are so brilliantly punched up, they almost yield a cherry-scented impact. The hue is both joyful and seductive, and, in China, an omen of good luck and fortune. Who’s winning now?
Above, from left: OPI Red Shatter, $14.95 (for Glam Slam! set with Rally Pretty Pink), visit OPI for locations; Estee Lauder Nail Lacquer in Pure Red, $19, available at Estee Lauder.
Above, from left: Lancome Le Vernis in Sarong, $19, available at Lancome; Essie Nail Polish in Too Too Hot, $8, available in June at Essie.
Shocking Pink: Forget pastels. This season, it’s all about being flashy with bright, candy-colored fuchsias and magentas that call for action-packed, summer festivities.
Above, from left: Zoya Mod Matte Nail Polish in Lolly, $8, available at Zoya; Dior Vernis in Paradise, $26, available at Dior.Above, from left: Orly Nail Polish in Va Va Voom, $7.50, available at Sally Beauty; OPI Nail Polish in I Lily Love You, $8.50, available in June; visit OPI for locations.
Orange Crush: Spotted all over the spring runways in both fashion and as a must-have lip color, this bold shade is also tailor-made for nails. It radiates a fun, energetic vibe. So tangy!
Above, from left: Tracy Reese for Sally Hansen Complete Salon Manicure in Coral Fever, $7.99, available at drugstores nationwide; Perfect Formula Nail Polish in Calypso, $15, available at Perfect Formula.Deborah Lippmann Nail Polish in Girls Just Want to Have Fun, $16, available at Lippmann Collection; Illamasqua Nail Varnish in Purity, $14, available at Sephora.
Yellow Zing: Psychologically, yellow is one of the happiest hues in the color spectrum. It vibes of sunshine and optimism and the same goes for vibrant yellow nails. Plus, it’s definitely one of 2011’s standout nail trends. Either layer on a creamy yellow hue until its opaque or go for a wash of sheer, jelly-like lacquer.
Above, from left: Chanel Vernis in Mimosa, $25, available at Chanel; Deborah Lippmann Nail Polish in Yellow Brick Road, $16, available at Lippmann Collection.
Above, from left: China Glaze Nail Polish in Electric Pineapple, $5.99, available at The Beauty Clutch; Topshop Nail Polish in Summit, $10, available at Topshop.
Green Light: You’re cleared to go green this summer, but with a chartreuse-colored, mossy bent that signals freshness and renewal.
Topshop Nail Polish in Hunting, $10, available at Topshop; Illamasqua Nail Varnish in Radium, $14, available at Sephora.
Nicole Nail Polish in Brilliant Idea, $7.19, available at Target; Priti Nail Polish in Baby Tears, $12.50, available at Priti NYC.
Blue Period: As a whole, blues are calming and cooling. But this time around, blues get an energetic, turquoise kick reminiscent of tropical oceans and skies. Fun fact: People are more productive in blue rooms, so we’re betting your 10 turquoise nails will be flying across your keyboard in no time.
Dior Vernis in Nirvana, $21, available at Dior; Milani One Coat Glitter Nail Lacquer in Blue Flash, $4.99, available at Milani Cosmetics.YSL La Laque in Turquoise Blue, $20, available at YSL; Essie Nail Polish in Fair Game, $8, available at Essie.
Designers set sail this season sending stylish, nautical fashions down the catwalk at every show from Junya Watanabe to Christian Dior. I can’t blame them—sharp stripes, fresh whites, and natural fabrics feel perfectly summer-ready. But whether it’s a ship-shape dress or a high-waisted pair of sailor pants you choose, just remember to go light on the theme—too many rope bracelets, and you might as well walk the plank as a fashion victim.
Adam Denim Sailor Pants, $195, available at Adam.
A-Different-Stripe Maxi Dress, $138, available at Anthropologie.BDG Nautical Pullover, $15, available at Urban Outfitters.Betsey Johnson Star Ring, $36, available at Zappos.Calypso Striped Maxi Dress, $650, availablea at Calypso.Feel The Piece Casper Top, $77, available at Singer22.Forever21 Rhinestone Trimmed Rope Bracelet, $6.80, available at Forever21.J.Crew Silor Short, $68, available at J.CrewL.A.B. Navy Cotton Knit Striped Shawl Collar Cardigan, $106, available at Bluefly.Lauren by Ralph Lauren Pants, Fisher with Sailor Buttons, $100, available at Macy's.Madewell Noonday Stripe Shutterbug Top, $110, available at Madewell.Rachelle Celine Knot Earrings, $32, available at Simple Soles.Splendid Nautical Sandal, $98, available at Splendid.Tory Burch Maribel Skirt, $295, available at ToryBurch.Vans Nautical Colorblock Lo Pro Sneaker, $60, available at Urban Outfitters.White House Black Market Striped Swim Tote, $44, available at White House Black Market.
A while back I posted some of my fav sunglasses for summer and they included these Jeremy Scott X Linda Farrow beauties. Hurry up and get yours on Karmaloop…I know I will 😉
I’VE BEEN TALKING A LOT ABOUT STRIPES LATELY BUT THE REASON IS: THEY ARE ALL THE RAGE RIGHT NOW. IN TANKS, MAXI DRESSES AND SKIRTS, INCORPORATING STRIPES INTO YOUR SRPING/SUMMER WARDROBE WILL BE A BREEZE. CHECK OUT THE BELOW NEW STYLES NOW AVAILABLE ON SHOPBOP.COM
Now is the time to bust out your whites, as smartly styled by Nicole from Gary Pepper Vintage. She puts together a look, made up of a chiffon skirt, striped top, cardigan, and oxfords, that’s Spring defined. Inspired? Shop my similar and exact picks from American Apparel, Rag & Bone, and Topshop now.
I’VE BEEN TALKING A LOT ABOUT STRIPES LATELY BUT THE REASON IS: THEY ARE ALL THE RAGE RIGHT NOW. IN TANKS, MAXI DRESSES AND SKIRTS, INCORPORATING STRIPES INTO YOUR SRPING/SUMMER WARDROBE WILL BE A BREEZE. CHECK OUT THE BELOW NEW STYLES NOW AVAILABLE ON SHOPBOP.COM 
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