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Web Snob Weekly Roundup

• Styleaholics Daily Blog: Najwa Moses checks out urban nomad designs by indie designer EEnamaria


• Hayden-Harnett is out of the bag and into apparel. Second City Style has the interview with the designer about this super cute new line.


• LA Story: Get the TIMELESS SECRET to FAB skin at Studio @ Fred Segal, Santa Monica!


• StyleBakery.com finds double duty multi-tasking cosmetics that do not disappoint.


• Bag Snob loves R & Y Agousti's line of eye catching clutches!


• If you're still experiencing heavy rain like we are in San Francisco, equip yourself with some adorably chic J.Crew wellies made popular in the Stylehive.


• eBelle5 discovers the new Limited Edition Coach Straw Basket filled with L.E. Fragrance Line accessories.


• Fashion Blogosphere: 1, Steve & Barry's: 0. Fashion blogs scoop the traditional media & the media tries to bite back (unsuccessfully) as Fashiontribes discovers.


• Kristopher Dukes: For Your Boy - "Kiss" Fornasetti Cufflinks: handpainted porcelain shines, promising a slick "Thank you."


• Girlawhirl: Fall 07 Fashion Wrap Up


• My Fashion Life has exclusively snagged two pairs of straight leg jeans from the new Men’s N-Series line to giveaway courtesy of Nautica Jeans.


• She Finds: Nothing ruins a good pair of cute flats or sexy pumps like toe cleavage. Agree or no?


• The Jewelry Weblog suggests that it's not always necessary for your earrings to match.


• At last! eBeautyDaily discovers why our hair turns gray!

Christensen and Sigersen

How could we ever forget Helena Christensen! She was famous for her sultry look in the fashion magazines in the 90's, yet her own style is decidedly bohemian as you can see from photos at premieres last year in 2006 (via siofnt.exblog.jp). The cover on the top right is one of my favorites that I still have in my collection of Helena with the rest of the supermodels, Claudia, Naomi, Christy, and Stephanie on this April 1993 Vogue cover by Herb Ritts. Nowadays, Helena Christensen is still in the fashion biz, only on the other side as a designer. She's teamed up with her longtime friend Leif Sigersen and the duo has a line of clothing called Christensen and Sigersen. The look is very Bohemian vintage but at the same time clean and modern. I love that each piece in the collection has a special detail that stands out whether it's a delicate leather tie or embroidered accents. You can check out the collection being sold now on Net-A-Porter.com.

Here are my favorites:

Asymmetrical Button Blouse ($150)
The leather tie is a nice touch.

Short Sleeve Linen Dress ($335)
The stitched look at the neckline is especially sweet.

Chunky Knit Cardigan ($425)
I love the bobble accents and wood beads on the drawstring tie.

Embroidered Linen Dress ($295)
I am a sucker for embroidery lately and the detailed trim on the sleeves and hem are heaven!

Color Week: Paint the Town Red

It's all about the red accents this spring and if it's patent leather, even better. These Dior Vertigo Patent Ballerina Flats ($440 at eLuxury) are a luxe treat especially with the delicious suede piping. Red packs the perfect punch next to all black or white and even denim, so here's some inspiration on how you can add red accessories to your spring wardrobe.

Here are more accessories picks in Red:

Vernice Swing Peep Toe Ballerina Flat ($390 at Neiman Marcus)

Nine West Moonglow ($59 at Nine West)

Red Hot Stretch Belt ($12 at Fred Flare)

Fendi Canvas?Patent B Bag ($970)

Coach Hamptons Stripe Satchel ($548 at Coach)

Kate Spade Patchin Place Cosmetics Bag ($60 at Kate Spade)

Rouge Dior Replenishing Lipcolor ($26 at Sephora)
in Red, of course!

Color Week: Pure White

White! Thank goodness that lately all the rules don't apply anymore. Memorial Day what? Labor Day what? Winter white took over last season and it continues to be strong like this stylish Vince Eyelet Dress ($290 on Shopbop). Plus now that the weather's getting warmer, what's cooler than white?

Here's more picks for white:

Geren Ford Cotton Bow Cocktail Dress ($244 at Shopbop)

C&C California Julia Dress ($168 at Shopbop)

Zephyrus Tunic ($268 at Anthropologie)

Lux Floral Crochet Top ($58 at Urban Outfitters - online only)

Lux Button Front Flutter Sleeve ($58 at Urban Outfitters - online only)

Kate Spade Pasadena Francis ($625 at Kate Spade)

LeSportsac Campeggio by Tokidoki ($160 at LeSportsac)

Dru NY Liz Star Skimmer ($125 at Urban Outfitters - online only)

Color Week: In the Nude

This Yeojin Bae Nude Madeline Dress ($460 Le Train Bleu - scroll down to bottom of page) is the perfect dress to show of the popularity of the neturals and nude colors that have been making their way around the runways and red carpets. Sometimes this color can flush out your skin tone so make sure you find the right coloring and don't forget to wear some sun-kissed blush to give your cheeks a natural lift.

Here are more neutral favorites:

Development Sleeveless Bubble Dress ($260 at Shopbop)

Twelfth St. by Cynthia Vincent Pug Shawl Collar Wrap Cardigan ($324)

Velvet Ray Jacket ($198 on sale at Le Train Bleu - scroll down page)

Sienna Miller style!

Louis Vuitton Lexington Accessory Pouch ($620 at Eluxury)

Dolce Vida Open Toe Flat ($110 at Shopbop)

Color Week: Go Green with Envy

I love the fresh green print of this Diane von Furstenberg Adelaide Dress ($325 at Shopbop). That's right, today's color for Color Week is Green and it seems to be the perfect standout color for prints and patterns alike. Maybe it's all about the garden, or nature, or the environment calling to us. Whatever it is, green looks fab!

Update 3/28 - Looks like the Adelaide Dress is sold out at Shopbop. Get it here for the same price at Neiman Marcus.

Here are more fashion picks in Green:

Karen Zambos Vintage Couture Multi Pleat Mini Dress ($324 at Shopbop)

Woven Spaghetti Dress ($24.80 at Forever 21)

Spring & Clifton Long Striped Vest ($143 at Shopbop)

Banana Republic Cotton/cashmere striped tank sweater ($29.99 on sale at BR)

D&G Patent Leather Bag ($495 at eLuxury)

Goldenbleu Dana Patent Leather Wedge ($370 at Shopbop)

Marsala patent-leather cutout ballet flats ($138 at JCrew)

Kris Nations Pyrite Charm Necklace ($118 at Kris Nations)

Twinkle's Big City Knits

Head on over to the CRAFT Blog to read my full interview with fashion designer Wenlan Chia on her fashions and her new knitting book, Twinkle Big City Knits. Below is an excerpt of my review of the book:

If you love fashion and knitting, you'll love the new knitting book, Twinkle's Big City Knits by fashion designer Wenlan Chia. Most of us are already enamored by the Twinkle by Wenlan fashion line that's filled with modern knits that are chunky and feminine. The new book brings the same great style in cool patterns for us knitters and can be paired with Twinkle's own line of handknit yarns. I love that most of the patterns use chunky yarns and big needles so they will be quick to knit up. The cardigan patterns call to me with the wide variety of capelets, boleros, shrugs, shawls, as well as long and short cardigans. I actually love all of the knit patterns in this book -- from knit dresses, skirts, scarves, sweaters, hats, and more. Most of the patterns are knit in one piece on large circular needles as to avoid bulky seams. There's also got a section on knitting tips and techniques from Wenlan herself. The book is like a hybrid fashion book + pattern book, and it's fashion-emphasized design makes it like no other. You'll want to put this book on your coffee table so you can just continue to browse the designs and drool over them! Get this book now and you'll whip up some of the cutest spring knits to wear in no time!

(Pictured above L to R: Book cover, Striped Shopping Tunic, Mini Bolero, Karate Sweater, and Wenlan Chia.)

(photos: nymag)
Fashion designer Diana Eng got a chance to check out the recent Twinkle Fall 2007 fashion show last month in NY as posted here on Coquette. Read her runway report "Wenlan Chia brings Boho Chic to Twinkle".

I got a chance to talk to Wenlan Chia after all the craziness of fashion week and her recent book launch. We talked more about her fashion background, the new book, and what lies ahead for Twinkle this coming year.

Read my complete interview with Wenlan Chia here on the CRAFT Blog.

Color Week: Spring into Yellow

This week on Coquette is Color Week where I'll feature some of spring's hottest colors and give you my picks for some of the best options. Today we are going to start with yellow which is I think is the newest fresh color to hit the scene and I love all the different hues from deep mustard yellow, bright yellow, to light pale yellow. Featured ehre is Susana Monaco's strapless 23" A Line Tube Dress ($106 at Shopbop). It's a perfect dress to wear at any upcoming outdoor weddings, graduations, or spring night out on the town.

Here's more yellow picks:

AKA New York Smock Dress (

Reyes Scoop Neck T-shirt ($325 at Shopbop)

Kimchi & Blue Fisherman Cardigan ($62 at Urban Outfitters)

Tiered Tunic ($19.80 at Forever 21)

Floral Woven Top ($17.80 at Forever 21)

Washed Linen Safari Skirt ($85 at JCrew)

Seven Hills Dress ($98 at Anthropologie)

Malababa Mini Carlota Bag ($245)

Madison Harding Open Toe Canvas Wedge ($220 at Girlshop)

Goldenrod Mini-Wedges ($68 at Anthropologie)

Web Snob Weekly Roundup

• Madonna plays fashion designer at H&M with her newly launched "M by Madonna" line, and Fashiontribes is on the (fashionable) case.


• Kristopher has spring fever for Rafia Platform Fendi Shoes - she lusts to stand taller and touch 24 karats of sunshine.


• Second City Style reports on the attack of the anorak (for spring).


• Diamond rings may or may not be just for the left hand, or so reports The Jewelry Weblog.


• Read Stylehive's interview with Monster Factory who creates and brings to life fun and whimsical handmade plush little monsters.


• Bag Snob says: Keep your business to yourself!


• A fashion geography lesson from Aesthetics + Economics.


• The Louis Vuitton '07 World Cup is almost here. Ebelle5 discovers the new Designer Louis Vuitton Handbags made for this event.


• LA Story: Just Say the Word and Josh Kelley Talks About His Current Tour iwth Keaton Simons and Upcoming CD . (podcast)


• Abercrombie & Fitch has landed in London, My Fashion Life reviews the hype.


• Papierblog looks at the criminal element in fashion and breaks down some of thier most recent public offenses.


• SheFinds: Get Organized! Organize your Shoes, Jewelry and Make-up with these Finds.


• StyleBakery.com finds the perfect little 24-hour Spring dress - and it's less than $90.


• Stylebites is giving away a fab necklace and the secrets to wearing springs jewelry trends.


• eBeautyDaily tackles the big pores in her life.

Kate Moss Topshop Podcast Video

The first video podcast of Kate Moss and the design team at Topshop working on the new collection is now available (see my previous post on the launch). Kate brings in some of her favorite vintage goods for inspiration to share with the team. It's great to see her collaborating with the designers and going over details for the collection. I always like seeing the creative process and I'm looking forward to seeing the other videos as they are launched.

Head on over to the Topshop Video Podcast site and you can either subscribe or just download the video (you must have iTunes to view.)