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online shop guide; singer22.com

2008-11-02T07:02:00.000-08:00

editors note; a feature i want to add to the site is a weekly introduction to the world of online shopping. I know alot of you savvy shoppers are already whipping out the plastic and making purchases online. But do you know where to find all the best brands? the hottest items? all at the best prices? Or to get secret discounts with exclusive codes? .. & for those virgin online shoppers out there.. warnings imposed / once you start .. it's awfully hard to stop.

singer22.cOm/

a treasure trove for all the goodies seen on tabloid loved celebrities. this place is the best source to visit for all of young hollywood's wardrobe pieces. With it's endless list of hot American labels it's got everything to satisfy the style conscious. Started out as a small boutique store in New York, they soon opened singer22.com which soon became a high traffic site for people looking for great fashion.

singer22 has just launched their new look website now with international shipping a feature which it lacked before. & for a limited time only save 10% on the entire site with code word SPOOKY10 ; valid from now till 3rd of November 3pm (Sydney time)

my favourite picks;

LnA. deep v-neck tee $60 US [available in an assortment of colours]

made from super duper soft cotton with the best fit, these are oh so comfy and perfect for everyday wear. With the ability to be dressed up, just refer to MK's red carpet look. seen on practically everyone that matters this is the basic must have! These shirts are always sold out everywhere but you can always trust singer22 to have these in stock.

kOva & t. oxy latex high waisted skirt $209 US

i love mini skirts, but i find it hard as i get older to pull off the short look knowing that whatever skirt i pull on should be one made for 'grown ups' so when i sported this high waisted skirt by kova & t with a 4'' wide waist band I knew it was a winner. Made from the same latex material as it's infamous Oxy leggings it fits and curves to you body perfectly, mimicking the look of leather but made from a breathable, animal friendly nylon & spandex

yves saint laurent; a master's lifetime.

2008-11-01T06:52:00.000-07:00

I remember when I first learnt of Yves Saint Laurent, I knew him as Christian Dior's apprentice. He was a skinny guy with thick rimmed glasses who later on to create fashion history. This Summer we all got the sad news of his passing which lead the fashion world into a frenzy of tributes to this great master.

What better way to show the passion and true creativity of his work then to put it all together in an eye opening display? A lifetime of his work is now on display in an exhibition at the De Young Museum of San Fransisco, USA. Showcasing 40 years of his work including 120 fully accessorized outfits, original sketches and designs with video and photos of the designer. An iconic designer who made tuxedos & pea coats into all time classics.

♥The exhibit runs from 01.11.08 - 05.04.09 for more information check out the official exhibition website from De Young

posh strips down for mr. armani

2008-10-29T22:42:00.000-07:00

We've all seen those big glorious, beautiful ads of David Beckham sporting nothing but a pair of Armani briefs. Mr Armani hit it right when he thought of the soccer superstar to launch his new underwear line, it caught the world's attention in a second.

Now he's hoping the same formula will work again. Only this time, with the other Beckham. Victoria has been enlisted to be the face of Armani's new women intimates line, that will debut it's ads for spring/summer 09'
-"Victoria is a style icon, a dynamic lady whose influence and recognition will add great excitement to the campaign." / Giorgio Armani.

The steamy campaign is to be shot by Mert Alas and Marcus Piggott and is set to appear worldwide. I bet the pictures will be oozing sex appeal with headlines to follow about how Vic is too skinny or that she had this and that photoshopped. Isn't jealousy an awful thing? Whatever. She always looks good in everything.

kate moss ♥ topshop ; christmas collection

2008-10-20T06:00:00.000-07:00

On your marks, get set, GO! The highly anticipated Kate Moss for TopShop, Christmas Collection has finally arrived! This time she's thrown in alot of sparkly sequins and ruffles for the holiday season. The 110 piece collection refers to rock & roll glam, a style Moss is known for. This the supermodel's 8th collection for TopShop, with the addition of a limited edition line, only available online & in selected TopShop stores.

The most exxy piece from the line is a £400 floor length sequined midnight blue dress, inspired by the vintage dress Moss wore on her 30th birthday. Other items in the line range from £35 to £130

♥Shop Kate Moss for TopShop online NOW

Check out more featured items in the fab campaign below;

lust have; burberry lowry cartridge ribbon bag

2008-10-15T08:23:00.000-07:00

Burberry is the 'hot' label of the moment in Hollywood. Recently opening their new store in Beverly Hills with a celebrity studded party to kick things off. Now everyone from Kate Hudson to Liv Tyler is splashed head to toe in the iconic English label. Creative director Christopher Bailey has turned things around dramatically for the house, with his creation of his Burberry Prorsum line which is edgier and more high fashion carving out a huge trend for the seasons. The luxury warrior.

This week's lust have is none other then the label's new classic IT bag. The Lowry. Available in a variety of colors, textures & leathers. The one i'm eyeing is the Large Lowry Cartridge Ribbon Bag in black. It's large roomy interior with a gorgeous stitched ribbon texture all over. With an inverted pleat down the center front & back of the bag with heavy weight gunmetal hardware. With a removable shoulder strap and Burberry metal plaque tag. A bag for everyday, the perfect amount of high fashion. I am in love.

Love Note; a smaller version of this bag is available on net-a-porter.com

♥ Call Burberry on King St, Sydney for availability on (02) 9238 0188

litte j; the advant garde/

2008-10-11T19:30:00.000-07:00

For those of you who don't know, Little Jenny Humphrey from Gossip Girl played by the tall and leggy Taylor Momsen, who recently signed a contract with IMG Models. (One of the world's biggest modeling agencies) At only 15, she is the youngest person the agency has ever signed. I have to say it's rather impressive.

She already looks the part, tall and wafer skinny with a very pretty face. Her modeling skills are put to the test in her first spread for Crash Magazine. Looking very advant-garde and eyebrows heavy. If I saw this in a magazine without any names, I wouldn't have know it was her!

What do you think of Taylor's first stab at modeling?

What do you think of Taylor's first stab at modeling?

free shipping; net-a-porter.com/

2008-10-05T21:10:00.000-07:00

It's the time of year we all love .. free shipping @ Net-A-Porter.com our fave online store for the latest & best designer goodies. Free shipping & free returns all via DHL. Your best source for Alexander McQueen ii Zac Posen .. all that you could ever wish for ..

Shipping to Australia saves £33 which right now works out to be about $80!

Just enter the code FREESHIP2 when checking out.

And remember this applies to any item on the site, including SALE!
This offer starts tomorrow the 6th and only runs till the 20th October, best hurry!
So what are you waiting for? Start shopping!♥

facchinetti says ciao to valentino.

2008-10-04T09:03:00.000-07:00

When i say ciao, i don't mean hello. I mean goodbye. The newly appointed creative directer of Valentino, Alessandra Facchinetti has just parted ways with the Italy fashion power house. Only after two disappointing seasons the replacement for retired founder Garavani Valentino, Facchinetti has been dismissed by the company via the press.
-"It was with deep regret that I learnt from the press that I would no longer be working with Valentino. This news came as a great surprise, since the company's top management has not yet seen fit to inform me of the above" / Alessandra Fecchinetti

Och. It was know that Facchinetti's views of Valentino did not see eye to eye with the fashion house. Garavani agreed with the move stating
-"There were thousands of dresses in archive she could have drawn inspiration from to create a Valentino product to keep up with the times."

Her replacements are Maria Grazia Chiuri & Pier Paolo Piccioli, the two designers worked for the house's accessories team both of which worked besides Valentino for more then 10 years. I can only imagine how awful this must be for Facchinetti, seeing this is the 2nd time this same situation has occurred for her. Dismissed at Gucci 3 years ago only to be replaced by Frida Giannini, who was also the head of accessories at the time. But to take over for a legend such as Valentino, expectations are extremely high, it takes alot of work to fill those custom made Italian loafers you know.

simply fab ; mary kate honours dvf

2008-10-03T20:25:00.000-07:00

I am a huge Olsen fan. Their style is beyond fab and so simple, it's genius! Of course these pint sized billionaires have the cash and resources to make whatever look they;re going for to ooze high fashion. One of my favourite looks from the twins of late is MK attending a dinner in NYC honouring Diane Von Furstenberg.

Wearing a beautiful shrug from her very own fashion line "Elizabeth & James" nicknamed the Boudoir shrug, it looks deliciously soft with a light sheen mimicking the texture of Persian lamb. A fantastic little cover up for a mini dress or to wear Kate Moss style with skinny jeans and boots.
♥ Available from Revolve Clothing for $583US [Also available in a Taupe]

The eye catching factor of this outfit however, goes to the shoes. Statement gladiator boots by Givenchy, hot off the runway these boots are to die for! This is picking up the glad trend and taking it one step further. With intricate braid and knot detailing around the side and vamp and slashed binds of leather running up the leg.
♥ Available from ShopBop for $1795US

Love Note: If you lust after these amazing boots but the price is more then your rent, visit Wanted Shoes. They currently have a pair that looks extremely similar for $200AUS

This looks just screams high fashion and a subtle look at me in all black, with a floaty chiffon dress peeking out. This is girly with a rocker edge, no one does it better then an Olsen.

gossip girl ; signed sealed delivered

2008-09-20T13:42:00.000-07:00

Ah Gossip Girl, how we love all it has to offer. It's juicy gossip and scandalous dramas played out by it's beautiful cast wearing even (if possible) even more beautiful clothes. From boutique brands, catwalk looks and one off dresses it has something for everyone.

Eric Daman is the main man behind it all, the one who ensures Blair's headbands match her outfit and Serena's leather jackets are exclusive one offs. The super stylist for the hit tv-show is the one to thank for all the on screen eye candy that makes us addicted like crack. We've all searched high and low for the outfits the characters prance around the show in, some with success (Serena's LArok chain dress) and some not so much..(Blair's Valentino headband) If you crave to look like a Constance Billard Girl then you're in luck.

In an exclusive with Revolve Clothing, Daman has created a lookbook of very GG looks with all items used in the shoot available for purchase right on the Revolve website! With $10 postage worldwide.. I'm smiling. Preview my fave looks from the stylebook below ;

♥ Check out Revolve Clothing for the full lookbook

You know you love me,
XOXO