Monday, December 27, 2010

Winter Vacation


Such a Winter eve. Now for a mellow fire,
some old poet's page, or else serene philosophy.
H.D. Thoreau

Tuesday, December 21, 2010

The Road is Bright

Brights are absolutely a major look
for Spring 2011.
I love this clean lined
Muse II it is subtly reto, yet perky and mod,
especially with the hint of white.
The leather is soft so the structure is too- which means 
it does not take itself too seriously.
Perfect to pair with all back, white or even Royal Blue.
Available at Matches

Monday, December 20, 2010

Hello December 20th

20th day of ADVENT calendar
open the twentieth window
make the twentieth WISH:
 
Georgian-born, London based
designer DAVID KOMA's
black & gold look:
The NEXT big thing!
via Anna Dello Russo

Wednesday, December 15, 2010

Hello December 15th


15th day of ADVENT calendar
open the fifteenth window
make the fifteenth WISH:
 
MIU MIU resort 2011
mix of different PRINTS
for apple-pants,  hearts shirt,
 polka dot-shoes.
via Anna Dello Russo

Tuesday, December 14, 2010

Hello December 14th

14th day of ADVENT calendar
open the fourteenth window
make the fourteenth WISH:
 
Bang & Olufsen BeoSound 8
for the best possible sound
in any placement,
playing music from your own phone.
 via Anna Dello Russo

Tis The Season...


Sylvia Toledano via Luxist

Prada via Luxist

Kiosque via Luxist

Cheers!

Saturday, December 11, 2010

Hello December 11th

11th day of ADVENT calendar
open the eleventh window
make the eleventh WISH:
 
Light purple Long Straight WIG
by cosplayfu.com
via AnnaDello Russo

Friday, December 10, 2010

No Such Thing As Too Much Black

Be&D Genesis Satchel
I believe in the power of black and am 
most comfortable when dressed 
head to toe in this darkest of shades.
I have always loved the edgy, slick look of 
haircalf (pony skin)- and I don't care how that sounds.
I probably have a 15 year-old goth living inside of me
 somewhere who refuses to leave. 
Going out on a short limb, I'm going to say, 
my favorite looks (esp cold temps) is in layers of black.
The look gives a whiff of badass to whomever dons it,
and a bag like this is the perfect way to tie up an 
intensely dark, yet sophisticated effect. 
 Dear Santa, it's available at Matches.....
xo

Thursday, December 9, 2010

Hello December 9th

9th day of ADVENT calendar
open the ninth window
make the ninth WISH:

The JOYFUL necklace of CARLO ZINI
cause the sound of JEWELLERY banish
bad thoughts and bad ghosts.
(Golden rules n.6)

Hide And Seek


Hermes 1997 Transparent "Kelly" Bag
France

Souvenir Exposition Limited Edition- Transparent tan color bag with gold tone metal turn hardware.
Price
$800
Condition*
Excellent

Location
Noir
4632 Maryland Avenue
St. Louis
MO, 63108
Phone: 314-283-8541

E-Mail: noir.collections@gmail.com
YOU'RE WELCOME!
xo

Wednesday, December 8, 2010

Hello December 8th

8th day of ADVENT calendar
open the eighth window
make the eighth WISH:

Today is the Immaculate
Conception day,
I would like to get the white
sheep CELINE cape
on the DIVINE DAPHNE GUINNESS!
via Anna Dello Russo 
I Love the look(modern), the feeling (boho)
and the idea (great cause) for this new lune of handbags. 
Actually, I  have something pratically identical to this 
in a black leather (of course). My favorite of the collection is this 
'liquid mesh', I think this fabrication would easily 
transcend any season, day - night.

Supermodel Patti Hansen (Mrs. Keith Richards) and her longtime friend, producer/manager, Molly Madden, loved their matching bags throughout the Studio 54 era. These bags were a part of them having so much fun that they took the idea to designer Debi Koppel, the woman behind DKP Designs, and the three of them collaborated to give these '80s-inspired bags new life as Hung on U bags. The bags are simple yet versatile -- they conform to your body, tie in various knots, and fold for easy travel. The 27-bag collection includes varieties in nylon, denim, glitter (shown), suede, and pony, most in small and large sizes ($35 - $300). Hung on U also does does good while doing well: Proceeds are donated to the Epidermolysis Bullosa Medical Research Foundation for children's EB.
via Luxist

Tuesday, December 7, 2010

Hello December 7th


7th day of ADVENT calendar
open the seventh window
make the seventh WISH:

Astonish PHILIP TREACY hat
to go at the opening night
of LA SCALA THEATER in Milan
on Sant'Ambrogio's day.
 Philip Treacy 
via Anna Dello Russo

I love Sequins + Cowboy Boots

Shades of orange and beige earth tones mix in combinations of shimmering sequins and matte bead embellishments on this rectangular frame bag by Marni. Features include brass hardware, a single dark brown leather handle/shoulder strap, and a push clasp closure on the top. Inside it's lined in brown twill and divided down the middle into three compartments, two large on either side with a smaller clasp-topped pocket in the center. Overall I think this Leather and Silk Embellished Bag is pretty, with a hint of casual edge- which I would
totally pair with jeans and cowboy boots. $1,260


Monday, December 6, 2010

Hello December 6th

6th day of ADVENT calendar
open the sixth window
make the sixth WISH:

I got original Christmas MANICURE. 

Have Tote Will Office

Wouldn't this tote from 
Max Mara (love them) make a great 
office organizer-
whether you're on the go or not? 
I think it's genius.
It's a  leather portable tote with built-in pockets and file compartments. It’s the proper office at your fingertips, and more importantly, it blends with any  home-office décor. Paying bills and writing thank-you notes has never been so organized or chic. The tote is available in chocolate and orange by special order at Max Mara boutiques for $1,140. It’s a true find. via vogue
For stores, 866-MaxMara
And if you need suggestions  for the goods
inside...
Clockwise from the top: Liberty Journal, $15, The Frick Collection Museum Shop, NYC, 212.547.6848; Lamy Safari Fountain Pen, $30, lamyusa.com; ANYTHING scissors, stapler and tape dispenser, $40 each, seejanework.com; Ela Desktop Calculator, $29, conranusa.com; Faux Shagreen Pencil Set, $30,dransfieldandross.com
xo

Sunday, December 5, 2010

Hello December 5th

5th day of ADVENT calendar
open the fifth window
make the fifth WISH:

a DELICIOUS and MAGNIFICENT
CAKE to celebrate my dream that has come true:
I met LADY GAGA!
via Anna Dello Russo

Saturday, December 4, 2010

Hello December 4th


 
4th day of ADVENT calendar
open the fourth window
make the fourth WISH:

S/S 2011 Gareth Pugh outfit
cause I'll go to
LADY GAGA CONCERT
tonight in Milan.
 
via AnnaDell0Russo

Party Clutches For All

Kate Spade Glitter Clutch $345

Club Monaco Feather Clutch $148

Similar but different
Glitter & Lurex Urban Outfitters $38

Feather and Bow Urban Outfitters $38

Party clutches are the items you can find in so
many places, especially, this time of year,
and really there's a lot of look 
at just about any price.
More help and choices here at
Refinery 29!
Cheers!

Hello December 3rd


3rd day of ADVENT calendar
open the third window
make the third WISH:

The Scent of
Anna Dello Russo
 
today available on YOOX.COM

Friday, December 3, 2010

Lay Lady Day

No matter the season, no matter the year,
no matter the tendency, one should always 
have a 'lady like' bag at the ready.
Some call it a trend, but when certain things are 
never out of style, they are 
at once, classic and intrinsic to
a wardrobe inventory.

Yes, I have several and very different incarnations,
 perhaps not my everyday go to-
 that honor goes to
my shoulder bags or backpack,
however, there is nothing as chic, understated
or statement making as a handbag in the 
crook or end of the arm.
Be it quietly tailored or fringed and studded,
it is definitely  a bag  deserving  a high rotation.
Here from Stylecaster are a few which are more than worthy. 
Enjoy!

Thursday, December 2, 2010

Hello December 2nd



2nd day of ADVENT calendar
open the second window
make the second WISH:

a new Louis Vuitton's collar
for my adorable CUCCIOLINA.
via AdR

Wednesday, December 1, 2010

Hello December 1st

FIRST day of ADVENT Calendar
open the first window
make the first WISH:

Gold Clutch
by ALEXANDER McQUEEN
it is perfect to contain my bottle of perfume
  
and to get in the mood to CELEBRATE
this fantastic CHRISTMAS 2010.
via ANNADELORUSSO


Hands Free Shopping

"Fit for everyday life" so says
Harris Elliot of his unisex (yes!)
accessories line -H by Harris.
This backpack come holdall brings 
functionality + haute styling to the world of handbags.
Far from versions favored by your average high schooler,
this gold quilted version would be the perfect companion
to any shopping excursion..
Let's be honest, a chic little handbag in the crook of your arm
can be a tad cumbersome compared to the
 hands free abandonment
one feels when  the back pack is in use.
Just a little something to keep in mind, 
what with holiday shopping in full swing...
n'est pas?
xo