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Preppy Argyle

The preppie look is back featuring their most famous motif, the argyle. The modern take is all about a splash of bright colors with a fresh approach that is anything but stuffy. I love this Argyle V-Neck Sweater ($19.80 at Forever 21) that's got a classic argyle with a mix of hot pink.
Here are more argyle picks:

Cashmere Argyle Ruffle ($99.99 on sale at JCrew)

Argyle Sweater Cardigan ($19.80 at Forever 21)

Classic Argyle Sweater Vest ($19.90 at Forever 21)

Argyle Hat ($9.99 at JCrew)

Argyle Dog Sweater ($65 at JCrew)

Chanel Light Bulb Heels

You'll never been in the dark with these Chanel Light Bulb Heels, sequined goat skin sandals with a light bulb that actually works! Of course, this luxe flashlight for your feet will also cost you around $2,200. The design brings together sophisticated style with techy design.

The shoes are a part of the Chanel Pre-Fall 2008 collection (via Style.com) and you can see them on the model here as she comes down the runway. Unfortunately, I can't seem to find a photo or runway video of them lighting up as she walks.

Web Snob Weekly Roundup

Fashion:

• FabSugar wants the Lipstick Jungle wardrobe.
• Bag Snob revisits her youth via Tod's Helmut bag.
• Second City Style thinks safety is important – but not when it comes to fashion.
• Are Drew Barrymore and Ed Westwick dating? Allie is Wired has telltale pics.
• Bag Bliss handbag face off: Yves Saint Laurent vs. Mayle
• After watching the red carpet affair at the Emmys, Fashion Pulse states that brooches are back in style!
• Shopping and Info went to a Kate Spade party and spoke to Alyssa Milano about her dress and shoes.
• Stylehive interviews the latest Project Runway reject - it's Suede vs. Kenley!
• Stephanie Okereke Chats about the Making of "Through the Glass" film -Ladybrille.
• Mónica Bursztyn, Colombian designer, talks with Quinta Trends about her creative process and her last collection.

• The Duchess movie has StyleBakery craving 18th century style: ruffles, lace and rosettes.
• A Few Goody GumDrops "rings" this year's election in style with Hidalgo's enamel and diamond bands.
• The Shoe Goddess shares pictures of our fabulous (celebrity attended) NYC Fashion Week Party!

Beauty:

• Beauty Snob chats with David Yurman and revisits the scent of romance.
• Stiletto Jungle dishes on the best fall nail colors.
• KRISTOPHER is wanting, wearing, hating drugstore makeup.
• 55 Secret Street falls under the spell of Thierry Mugler's Angel.
• Christina Loves...helping with hair extensions.
• The Beauty Stop is loving Laura Mercier Black Gold Kohl Pencil.

Watch the Coco Chanel Lifetime Movie Online!

A lot of you have been asking me when the Coco Chanel movie that was on Lifetime will air again. I've been trying to find out myself for all of you. Thanks to commenter groaker who found out that Lifetime put the whole movie up online. It's in 25 min segments so it's perfect to catch at your desk for lunch or at your leisure. Just click the link below!

Watch Now: Coco Chanel Lifetime Movie

You can also buy the Coco Chanel movie on iTunes for just $3.99.

Update 11/28/08: Looks like the movie isn't offered for free online anymore. But you can still buy it on iTunes.

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Sabina Leather Satchel in Dark Gray

I'm always on the lookout for new bags and I still am in love with the new neutral, gray. This Sabina Leather Satchel ($225 at Urban Outfitters) is the perfect tote size at an affordable price. I also love the big buckles. Other colors include yellow, dark green, orange, and blue.

It's a Wrap

This fall it's time to cozy up in a wrap sweater. I love this chocolate brown Felix Wrap Sweater ($196 at Le Train Bleu). It's the perfect layering piece in a great color that will go with just about anything. Also for this week only at Le Train Bleu enter the code "toutie" at checkout and get 20% off, even sale items! (Expires September 30th)

Here are more wrap sweaters:

Vince Knit Wrap Sweater ($345 at Neiman Marcus)

BCBG Belted Wrap Sweater ($198 at Saks Fifth Avenue)

Long Military Cardigan ($150 at Banana Republic)

Tie-Front Wrap Cardigan ($70 at Neiman Marcus)

Open Front Crochet Cardigan ($24.80 at Forever 21)

Web Snob Weekly Roundup

Fashion:

• Ship Nina Garcia's Top 10 Luxe List - Fashiontribes.com
• Celebrity Style: Beyoncé & RM by Roland Mouret - Sxy Fashion Queen
• Top 5 handbags worn by celebrities - Bag Bliss
• Interview with Charmone, a vegan shoe line that even non-vegans love - Fashion, evolved
• Chatting with Nina Garcia on Snob TV! - Bag Snob
• Clip-on earrings are a true must-have - Stiletto Jungle
• Fashion Face Off: Jessica Simpson vs. Kelly Osbourne - Allie is Wired
• The bustier dress trend - Fashion Pulse
• Wanting, wearing, and hating puffer jackets - KRISTOPHER
• Nollywood A-list Actress Stephanie Okereke's Hollywood-Nollywood "Through the Glass" film - Ladybrille
• A spring walk with Chilean fashion designers ValeriaSalinas Rodrigo Valenzuela - Quinta Trends.
• Final thoughts about New York Fashion Week Spring '09 - Second City Style
• Megan Fox and Katie Holmes styles found - ShoppingandInfo
• Sarah Palin's Awesome Eyeglasses And Fabulous Footwear - The Fashionable Housewife
• Marni's fall collection - The Shoe Goddess
  

Beauty:

• Fall's new metallic smoky eye - StyleBakery
• Sparkle with Benefit Powderflage! - Beauty Snob
• Misikko shows you how to get salon looking hair! - A Few Goody GumDrops
• Heidi Montag's look is a lukewarm mess - The Beauty Stop

Spain...On the Road Again with Gwyneth Paltrow and Chef Mario Batali coming to PBS

Our favorite fashionista Gwyneth Paltrow travels to Spain with chef Mario Batali to explore the food and scenery of Spain in the upcoming PBS series, Spain...On the Road Again. The first episode of this 13 part series is said to premiere the week of September 20th, so check your local PBS listings for the right day and time. Also, it looks like they also have a iTunes download so if your local station isn't picking it up, you can pick it up yourself as an iTunes download.

Apparently Gwennie was an exchange student in Spain during high school and can speak fluent Spanish. Along with 2 other friends, food writer Mark Bittman and Spanish actress Claudia Bassols, the four of them uncover the most amazing food.

Watch this video preview to check out what the show will be like. It looks like a fun series to watch this fall. You can also read Gwyneth's interview with Bon Appetit about the show and Spanish food.

This just in: Catch Gwyneth on Oprah today along with Mario Batali. The video should be up later today on their site. (Thanks Chrissa for the tip!)

Mad for Plaid Coats

I'm forward to snuggle up to fall and winter in a nice cozy coat. I love this Juicy Couture Double Breasted Plaid Coat ($598) with faux fur collar. The color is perfect to stand out and be noticed in the sea of black winter coats too! Plaid looks like it's the print of choice this fall so let's take a look at more stylish coats in plaid.

Charlotte Ronson Check Coat ($475 at Urban Outfitters - online only!)

Opening Ceremony Buffalo Plaid Coat ($558 at Saks)

Abbott Coat ($328 at Anthropologie)

Camera Club Capelet ($438 at Anthropologie)

Ezekiel Dora Plaid Coat ($85 at trusnow)

Coco Chanel Movie on Lifetime Tonight!

Don't miss tonight's Coco Chanel movie on Lifetime tonight starring Shirley McLaine as the older Coco.

The movie times are as follows:
8pm and 11pm for ET and PT
7pm and 10pm for CT
6pm and 9pm for MT

9/25 Update: You can watch the entire movie online or buy it off iTunes. Read this post to find out more!

Related Coquette Post:
Coco Chanel Movie Starring Shirley McLaine to Premiere on Lifetime Sept 13