I have to say, I love the creative direction Chanel has been taking with its advertisements as of late. Last year, they chose Lily Allen to be the face of its Cocoon line, and this year Johnny Depp’s longtime girlfriend Vanessa Paradis is taking the reins. The pictures came out great and I personally think…
Vanessa Paradis for Chanel Cocoon
Gossip Girl Fashion Recap: “Ex-Husbands and Wives”
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By Francesca Claybrook Sometimes I feel like a broken record when it comes to recapping Gossip Girl fashion: Serena is inappropriate, Jenny is inappropriate, Blair is pretty (And sometimes, I must confess, I feel like I’m watching the same episode, even though it’s a new week with new drama). But this week, I think even…
Yum: Vanity Fair World Cup Edition
As we get closer to the World Cup, the moniker “the beautiful game” becomes more and more apropos. This month’s vanity fair features some of soccer’s hottest stars… in their underwear. Annie Leibowitz took the shots and each hunk sports boxer briefs touting his nation’s colors. I happen to be a huge soccer fan and…
Designer Spotlight: Qi
As we get into the warmer months, I’ve become a huge fan of Qi New York — a knitwear company that specializes in cashmere. The company makes a wide range of items from sun dresses and cardigans to skirts and jackets. Celebrities such as Taylor Momsen, Taylor Swift, Marcia Cross and Rihanna have been spotted…
The Waiting List Is Over for Hermes Birkin Bags
By Francesca Claybrook Always wanted to get your hands on a famed Hermes Birkin bag, and have upwards of $7,000 to spend on one? Well then you’re in luck, because the brand’s infamous waiting list for the bag is no more. (Doesn’t everyone remember the SATC episode where Samantha name-dropped her way onto the top…