Wednesday, November 28, 2012

Travel In Style with Comfy Chic Clothes

Whether your holiday destination involves a lengthy flight to stunning Paris or a couple hour drive to a family-filled gathering at grandma's house, make the trek in style and comfort! From bright, cozy sweaters to adorable booties that slip on and off with ease, shop Wallis in for all your holiday travel style essentials!

Bundle up in a bright tunic featuring subtle button shoulder detailing or throw on a poncho as an easy and adorable alternative to your standard sweater or jacket. Tote the carry-on that turns heads and channel holiday travel perfection with an ultra-chic gunmetal button and epaulette detailed military coat!



From left to right: Blue Pocket Button Tunic ($58.00), Neutral Curved Ankle Boot ($70.00), Stone Fringe Rib Poncho ($48.00), Stripe Cardigan ($44.00), Taupe Juno Shoulder Bag ($100.00), Grey Military Coat ($100.00).

About Wallis:

Wallis has officially launched in the US with their online fashion portal, www.wallisfasion.com. Established in 1932 and now with over 100 stores in the UK and a thriving online presence, Wallis is known for stylish, quality fashion at a great value, The brand understands real women and strives to make them look and feel the best they can. The Wallis woman is everyone from the business executive to the full time mother of three, who may not have time to spend at the mall but still cares that she keeps up with the latest styles. They appeal to a broad range of body types and budgets. Apparel is available in US sizes 4-16 with dedicated petite clothing for women 5’3” and under. Prices range from $35 to $215. Wallis also carry an impressive selection of shoes, handbags, jewelry and other accessories that compliment the latest fashions. Visit www.wallisfashion.com for additional information.

Wednesday, November 21, 2012

TaylorSays A New and Unique Line of Heels

We wanted to let you know that TaylorSays, a new and unique line of heels, has officially arrived on heels.com. Designer and artist, Taylor Reeve is showcasing her signature art and designs that are imprinted on the soles of the exclusively crafted heels with styles that highlight her playful and edgy eye-catching prints.






About Taylor Reeve

Originally for Southern California, Taylor has etched her vibrant style and twist with the creation of her new collection Taylorsays. Drawing on just about everything in her path, her inspiration comes from a wide array of influences like street and pop art to graffiti, tattoo and kustom culture, Taylor has developed a unique style that solely marks her work as an individual artist.

Currently, Taylor works with several companies within the action sports community, such as Quiksilver, Dragon, Bell Helmets and SkullCandy to name a few. She has been able to design and create one-of-a-kind artist series with each of these companies. Her signature Taylor Reeve men’s outerwear debuted last winter with Quiksilver. Taylor has also worked with custom bike builder Jesse Rooke for 6 years, adding her signature flair to some of his famous choppers.

Heels : Heels.com launched in October 2007 based on a foundation of love for the most fashionable women’s shoes and the ease of shopping online. By combining their owners Linda and Eric McCoy’s individual talents in each of these areas, Heels.com was born. Breaking into the online shoe industry was no easy task; however, once their manufacturers saw their website and understood their forward thinking attitude, they realized that Heels.com was really onto something. With their unique navigation system that allows users to quickly narrow down all the shoes to the exact pair they need and their free shipping, free returns, and price protection that make shopping online risk-free, they have always been about making shopping online easy and fun.

Monday, November 19, 2012

Katy Perry Wears Sorelina Jewels at the Celebration of Dreams Gala



Katy Perry is Glamorous in Sorelina Jewels at the Dream Foundations's 11th Annual Celebration of Dreams Gala
Katy Perry was a showstopper in Sorelina Jewels at the Dream Foundation's 11th Annual Celebration of Dreams Gala in Santa Barbara, CA on November 16th, 2012. Katy wore Sorelina Jewels' Nualah Earrings.
Sorelina Jewels is the Los Angeles based line found in 2011 by Priscilla Franco-Asturias and Andrea Franco -Asturias. Each piece is hand-made with natural elements and offers a unique vintage rock edge. Sorelina Jewels has already attracted the attention of celebrities such as Kelly Clarkson and Mena Suvari and is available for purchase at www.sorelinajewels.com.

Sorelina Jewels
Nualah Earrings
$6,500.00
18K Gold, Rhodium Sterling SIlver, Diamonds and Green Onyx

Read more about Katy Perry on the fashion blogger website.

Sunday, November 18, 2012

Sarah Jessica Parker Wearing Level 99 Skinny Jeans

Sarah Jessica Parker was spotted wearing Level 99 Janice Ultra Skinny Jeans in Pearl earlier today, the same pair Jessica Alba wore yesterday! Rumor has it that Level 99 is designing a jean named after SJP, as the fashion icon has worn their denim five times out and about in NYC ($150; www.anthropologie.com).
 

Thursday, November 15, 2012

Anne Sylvain GTS Weekender - Fit for The Elite Executive

Anne Slyvain's new collection of genuine exotic skin and fine leather accessories, handmade in the USA.
Luxury leather goods for women must possess a tote-all silhouette with striking features – transforming their bag of choice from a business carryall (executives on the go) to a weekender bag (for the intrepid traveler).

Anne Sylvain's "GTS" weekender features genuine ostrich and alligator trim – available in neutral hues: anthracite, black, burgundy and caramel. The sack-like structure features multiple compartments – making it easy to store apparel, travel toiletries and electronics.
 
 
"GTS" debuted in the "Le Mans Collection," inspired by the sleek silhouettes of premier sports cars, features matte and glazed genuine exotics combined with sumptuous deer or lamb on each bag, a uniquely luxurious juxtaposition of textures, colors and tones. Refined luxury continues into bag interiors, which feature brightly colored, supple suede lining and genuine ostrich trim.
Bags may be personalized with a client's initials, stamped in gold or silver. Custom color and leather choice also available upon request.
From $50 to $2350. Available for purchase at specialty retailers including David Lawrence in Bellevue, WA along with www.annesylvain.com.
 

YouCeleb Online Luxury Shopping Experience

YouCeleb, the leading online destination for celebrity fashion, today announced the launch of its new online retail store offering fashion addicts the ultimate online luxury boutique shopping experience. The website gives fashionistas access to the latest and most sought-after and hard-to-find celebrity-worn fashion.

YouCeleb lets those who like to keep up with the latest celebrity trends and red carpet style find and discover the hottest brands with devoted celebrity followings. The online boutique allows users to shop from hundreds of exclusive items by designer, or by type of apparel such as leggings, skirts, trousers, denim, dresses, scarves, and tops. The exclusivity of YouCeleb's specialized collection offers customers a one-of-a-kind shopping experience.

YouCeleb celebrity style experts track the clothing and accessories of A-listers like Scarlett Johansson, Rachel Bilson, Christina Aguilera, Jennifer Lopez, and Vanessa Hudgens. Unique on-trend items as seen on these stars, from earrings spotted at the Oscars, to scarves slung at LAX, are then handpicked and featured in the boutique.

The site is filled with the season's must-have apparel and accessories from exclusive designers such as BCBG Max & Cleo, BCBG Max Azria, BCBGeneration, and Trina Turk, as well as hard-to-find indie brands such as Black Orchid Denim, Bobi, David Lerner, Donni Charm, Lauren Moshi, Moon, Naven, Raven Denim, Siwy Denim, Tart, and Tees By Tina. The "as seen on" feature allows customers to view which celebrities have worn each brand, making it even easier to achieve the look of their favorite celebrity.

"YouCeleb is like having a personal stylist at your disposal, 24/7," said Amit Dharmani, founder & CEO of YouCeleb." Red carpet treatment is as important to YouCeleb as is red carpet fashion. We want every customer to feel like a star shopping in a boutique on Rodeo Drive."

With YouCeleb, there is no longer a need to sort through cluttered racks to hunt down items. The site is clean, well designed, and easy to navigate so shoppers never feel overwhelmed. The company boasts best in class customer service with free shipping and free returns on all items.

In addition to the retail priced online store, YouCeleb will continue to feature its popular celebrity-driven flash deals at up to 70% off retail. New deals featuring clothing and accessories seen on popular celebrities in paparazzi photos will launch up to three times per week. Each sale will last from 48 to 72 hours, and a portion of every sale will be donated to the featured celebrity's charity of choice.

About YouCeleb:

YouCeleb is the leading online shopping destination for all things celebrity fashion. The company is dedicated to providing shoppers with access to an exclusive collection of the most coveted brands with devoted celebrity followings. YouCeleb is headquartered in Miami and was founded by Amit Dharmani in 2010. YouCeleb was the first e-commerce company to host daily deals based on popular fashion items worn by celebrities in paparazzi images. In addition to the online boutique and weekly flash deals, fashionistas can keep up with the latest fashion trends, celebrity news and receive expert style advice on the company's blog. Experience YouCeleb by visiting http://www.youceleb.com/. Follow on Twitter: www.twitter.com/youceleb and Like on Facebook: www.facebook.com/youceleb.
 
See more of what celebrities are wearing at the fahsion celebrity section on Apparel Search.

Wednesday, November 14, 2012

Sequins Holiday Wear from Wallis

For fashion lovers world-wide, the holiday season also means sequin season! Be the stylish life of the party and dress to impress in Wallis' celebration ready attire. Classic and on-trend styles, shapes, and accessories alike recieve the glamour treament with the addition of sequins, beading, and party- perfect embellishments.

From left to right: Black Sequin Front Jumper ($49.00), Blue Diamonte Dress ($56.00), Pewter Sequin Clutch ($21.00), Black Embellished Shirt ($50.00), Bronze Sequin Mini Skirt ($56.00), Gold Glitter Court Shoe ($70.00), Petit Navy Sequin Jacket ($44.00), Purple Embellished Clutch ($32.00)

Wallis has officially launched in the US with their online fashion portal, . Established in 1932 and now with over 100 stores in the UK and a thriving online presence, Wallis is known for stylish, quality fashion at a great value, The brand understands real women and strives to make them look and feel the best they can. The Wallis woman is everyone from the business executive to the full time mother of three, who may not have time to spend at the mall but still cares that she keeps up with the latest styles. They appeal to a broad range of body types and budgets. Apparel is available in US sizes 4-16 with dedicated petite clothing for women 5’3” and under. Prices range from $35 to $215. Wallis also carry an impressive selection of shoes, handbags, jewelry and other accessories that compliment the latest fashions. Visit
www.wallisfasion.com for additional information.

Tuesday, November 13, 2012

Leven Rambin Enjoying Her Yellow Barsum Bag

Chasing Mavericks' star Leven Rambin was all smiles as she left Chateau Marmont in West Hollywood on Saturday night carrying her Farbod Barsum handbag. Leven loves to add her favorite pop of yellow to her ensembles with her go-to Carmen handbag ($5,480), which she has worn on several occasions in the last month. Other celeb fans of Farbod Barsum's luxurious line include Christina Hendricks, Mena Suvari, and Whitney Port who have all carried his pieces with price-tags up to $24,000 (www.farbodbarsum.com).
Leven was seen carrying her Farbod Barsum bag on three other occasions!
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See which other fashion celebrity was recently spotted with a Barsum bag on the Fashion Blogger website.

Monday, November 5, 2012

Handmade Clothing for a Cause

GreenLinebyK, a small business based out of Mashpee, MA, is donating a portion of proceeds from their apparel sales to Hurricane Sandy relief efforts. The company which creates handmade, eco-friendly apparel and accessories for women and children will hold two days of Flash Sales for charity on Thursday, November 8 and Friday, November 9.

Kathryn Hilderbrand, owner, designer and seamstress behind GreenLinebyK knew she needed to do something to assist in relief efforts. She says, "I feel that every single one of us has a social, moral and human obligation to help where we can when we see our fellow man suffering such loss and dealing with crisis. I have been blessed in my life by the help of others when I needed it most. I truly believe that we all have a responsibility to 'pay it forward'. I consider it an honor to be a part of the humanitarian relief efforts."

Shoppers can stay up to date with the Flash Sales on GreenLinebyK’s Facebook page.

For more information on GreenLinebyK, visit their website at http://www.etsy.com/shop/GreenLinebyK?ref=pr_shop_more. For press inquiries or additional information, contact Kathryn Hilderbrand at kathrynstailoring@gmail.com.

About GreenLinebyK

A tailor by trade, Kathryn Hilderbrand designs and produces clothing reflective of her own designs and personal style utilizing organic fibers, sustainable products and fabrics. Her journey in the clothing industry began when she worked as an apprentice to an Italian tailor at the age of 16. After studying design, she opened her first business in her early twenties. Enjoying the art and creation of clothing, GreenLinebyK produces only sensible, comfortable and natural apparel pieces.

Dancing With The Stars- Official After Party Livestream

Tonight at 10:00P EST there will be a livestream of the official Dancing with the Stars After Party. Hosted by Marc Istook and Season 9 Dancing with the Stars contestant Joanna Krupa, the After Party takes place Monday nights directly following each new episode. During the livestream, fans can expect an inside look at Dancing with the Stars including exclusive interviews and can also tweet their questions via Twitter using the hashtag #askDWTS. Fans can tune into the weekly After Parties at: http://beta.abc.go.com/shows/dancing-with-the-stars/after-party

Wallis Enters US Fashion Market

Founded in London in 1923, Wallis has always been committed to designing on trend clothing that makes real women on real budgets look and feel great. They now exist online as well as offline throughout the UK, and have officially launched a US online portal, www.wallisfashion.com. Some of the styles that Wallis is well known for include figure-flattering dresses, unique blazers perfect for business and beyond and sophisticated blouses with a playful edge.

Below is a bit more information about Wallis and images of a few of their offerings. 


ABOUT WALLIS

As one of the UK’s most trusted online and offline retailers for stylish, quality fashion at a great value, Wallis understands real women and strives to make them look and feel the best they can. The Wallis woman is everyone from the business executive to the full time mother, who may not have time to spend at the mall but still cares that she keeps up with the latest styles. Apparel is available in US sizes 4-16 with dedicated petite clothing for women 5’3” and under. Prices range from $35 to $215. They also carry a broad selection of shoes, handbags, jewelry and other accessories that compliment the latest fashions. Visit Wallis online at www.wallisfashion.com.

Thursday, November 1, 2012

LA TEXTILE EXHIBITORS REPORT BUSY TRAFFIC

The Fall/Winter 2013/2014 Los Angeles International Textile Show (LA TEXTILE) took place October 22-24, 2012 at the California Market Center (CMC) with a solid flow of traffic that included an array of prominent designers, manufacturers, and production teams. The Show featured hundreds of textile, trim, luxe, décor, and sourcing resources across a variety of categories, and positive enthusiasm was exuded throughout the Show floors as new accounts were opened and a noticeable increase in business was reported. Returning this Show were the Lenzing Innovation Pavilion, European Collections Pavilion, and the Korean Pavilion by KOTRA, in addition to the new and returning resources at the Show, and an assortment of perks for attendees.

“This has been a great Show for us. We saw a lot of traffic right from the start of the Show, and have been very busy the entire time,” said Amy Gillett, Executive Account Manager for Cotton, Inc. “LA TEXTILE is always a great Show because it has more of a personal vibe than other Shows, and our customers enjoy attending and finding us here.”

The impressive list of designers in attendance included St. John Knits, Monique Lhuillier, BCBG Max Azria, David Meister, Twelfth Street by Cynthia Vincent, Stylestalker, Seven For All Mankind, Trina Turk, Velvet by Graham & Spencer, UGG Australia, Bailey 44, Young Fabulous and Broke, Moda Nicola International, Ella Moss, Splendid, American Apparel, Aldo International, Nicky Hilton Worldwide, Clare Vivier, Robert Rodriguez, Karen Kane, ABS by Allen Schwartz, Perry Ellis, Michael Stars, Wildfox Couture, Lucky Brand, Heidi Merrick, Juicy Couture, C&C California, Arden B, Hale Bob, AKIKO, Bebe, Forever 21, Poleci, Bella James, Stop Staring Designs, Sol Angeles, Tag Jeans, Funktional, Three Dots, Oakley, Fluxus, Modcloth, Laugh Cry Repeat, William Rast, Junkfood Clothing, Elaine Kim, Hard Tail, Beach Bunny Swimwear, Paper Crown, plus many more. Retailers seen this edition included Scoop, Nasty Gal, Kohls, Target, Urban Outfitters, Hot Topic, Zulily.com, The Way We Wore, and Dave & Lil’s, to name a few.

Specialty stores and costume companies were also very active in attendance this Show. These included Damask, Jessica McClintock Inc, NBC Entertainment, Los Angeles Opera Costume Shop, The Walt Disney Company Costume Design, Imagineering, and Resorts, Staples Designer Services, Pacific Coast Home Furnishings, Michael Levine Inc., Mood Fabrics, The J. Paul Getty Museum Store, Casa Blanca Bridal, American Intercontinental University, Feel Good Tea & Gift Company, Napa Valley Linens, Marry Me Bridal, Over The Top Party Linens, Juxtaposition Home, and Creative Costuming and Designs, among others.

Resources at this Show were well-rounded, with categories that included beads and sequins, blanks, color woven shirtings, cotton blends, denim, embroidery embellished beaded fabrics, knits, jacquards, faux fur, interior decorative textiles, fasteners, buttons, buckles, zippers, lace, linen blends, leather suede, organic and eco-friendly fabrics, prints, ribbons, silk, stretch, suiting, technical functional fabrics, appliqués and decorative accessories, trend services, yarns, velvet velour, wool and many more. Additionally, new exhibitors debuting this season among the special Pavilions and Show floors included 2B Diffusions, ABM Global, Anna Griffin Inc, Bharat Silks, Crispim Abreu, Edicate C.W. Fasteners & Zippers Corp, Darlington Fabrics, Lemor Trims, Esteneks, Moda Artisans, Myletex, Blend Fabrics, PCB Label Co, Inc, Soelco Inc, Timeless Treasures Fabrics of SoHo LLC, Tradegood. Noteworthy returning mills included Danfield, Inc, Design Knit, Inc, JM International, Malhia Kent, Simona B USA, Solstiss USA, Friday Fabrics LTD, AB Creations, Bel Maille, Tiss & Teint, Vema, Junior Hagen LTD, and EcoHides, to name a few.

“We continue coming back to LA TEXTILE show after show because it is a great way to be visible on the market, and also meet new clients,” said Jane Burge, West Coast Director of Sales for Solstiss USA. “We have been extremely busy this Show, and everyone seems really to be in a very good mood with a lot of positive excitement.”

The Lenzing Innovation Pavilion returned for its fifth edition with their impressive network of affiliated exhibiting partners, which included Asher Fabric Concepts, Design Knit, Laguna Fabrics, Shara-Tex, Texollini, Unitex, Zentex, Buhler Quality Yarns Corp., American Fabrics International, Britannia Mills Ltd, Epic Textiles, Tuscarora Yarns, Impex Textiles, Indigo Handloom, Pacific Coast Knitting, and Sextet Fabrics. Brand new to the Show was Crispim Abreu LDA, a Lenzing Partner knitting mill offering full package production from Portugal.
“Business has been strong and steady this Show, from new and existing customers alike,” said Robert McAuley, Sales Executive of Texollini. “We have found a lot of people this Show are looking for Made In America, and everyone has been upbeat. There is a lot of enthusiasm in the air, and we are thrilled to be here.”

Also featured this Show was the Korean Pavilion presented by KOTRA. This edition nearly doubled in size from last October, and showcased some of Korea’s best mills and distributors in the Fashion Theater, while celebrating Global Korean Textile Week 2012.

In addition to textile and design resources, the Show offered attendees a packed schedule of complimentary seminars presented by industry luminaries Peclers Paris, Promostyl, Stylesight, WGSN, Lenzing, Fashion Snoops, California Fashion Association (CFA), Fashion Business Inc. (FBI), Design Options, and Cotton, Inc. Designers were also encouraged to explore and seek inspiration from the Trend Gallery, co-curated by WGSN and the CMC, featuring the three main trends for Fall/Winter 13/14: Hack-tivate, 21st Century Romance, and Living Design. Furthermore, Lenzing and LA TEXTILE co-hosted an Opening Night Reception Monday October 22 in the Penthouse. The event included passed appetizers from Trader Vics LA Live, organic wine bar from Frey Vineyard, and DJ.

“This show surpassed our expectations and had an overall great positive energy among exhibitors and attendees alike,” said Oscar Ben Rodriguez, Senior Trade Show Producer at the CMC. “Traffic was solid and steady throughout the show.”

The Spring/Summer 14 edition of the LA TEXTILE Show is scheduled for Monday-Wednesday, March 20-22, 2012 at the California Market Center.


About the Los Angeles International Textile Show (LA TEXTILE) – LA Textile is the fashion industry’s destination for premier textile, design and production resources. Offering hundreds of fabric selections and design services from around the world, the caliber of resources and fashion direction is presented with our Contemporary designer audience in mind. Our trend forum, curated by trend partner WGSN, and complimentary seminar program are designed to inform and inspire. For more information, please visit www.californiamarketcenter.com/latextile

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