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If you are in the LA area, don't miss DIY fashion queen Erica Domesek of P.S. - I Made This... at Fred Segal on Wednesday, November 17th from 7:30pm to 10pm. Erica will be signing copies of her new book and will be DIY'ing Fred Segal totes. Cocktails will be served!
Fred Segal Lounge
420 Broadway
Santa Monica, CA
Wednesday, November 17
730pm -10pm
I've been a fan of the Mulberry Alexa bag and also love the Bayswater (one of Kate Moss' favs). Now just like a Reese's peanut butter cup, they've merged two great bags into one! Here's the Mulberry Edie Shoulder Bag ($950 for small and $1,175 for large). Don't you just love it? The top handle is perfectly on trend and I like that the bag looks clean without the two buckles in front. This neutral powder beige pictured above is perfect because it will go with just about any outfit - day or night. It also comes in Oak Sparkle Tweed pictured below.
Here's Kate Moss with her Mulberry Bayswater and Alexa Chung with her namesake bag, the Mulberry Alexa.
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Today I got a special preview of this weekend's upcoming special exhibition at the Chanel Boutique in San Francisco. In the course of a mere half hour, I was transported into the design world of Mademoiselle Coco Chanel. As a crafter, I was in awe to be able to have someone dissect a Chanel bag and talk about the design and production process. About twenty of us sat and watched the exhibit wall which showcase the main seven steps it took to create a classic Chanel 2.55 bag. (There are actually 180 steps in all to make one handbag.) The 2.55 bag was created in Feburary 1955 by Coco Chanel who was inspired the messenger style bags worn by French soldiers. Chanel believed a woman needed her hands free to do more things. Thus her new design of a shoulder strap forever changed the design of handbags everywhere. This bag is a classic and just as trendy on the streets today. I love my black lambskin 2.55 with silver hardware which I've worn dressed up to many special events as well casually with jeans and a t-shirt.
A very chic French woman from Chanel in France came and talked us through the exhibit which was on display previously in Paris. If you are lucky enough to be in the Bay Area, don't miss the chance this weekend to check out this free exhibit and learn the secrets of Coco Chanel's iconic handbag.
To make a Chanel 2.55 bag, it's a mix of innovative technology and more importantly handmade craftsmanship. The main wall of the exhibit showcased each of the main seven sections. The mannequins held video screens that mimicked Chanel leather quilted bags. To me they were a sort of luxe "screen cozy". This is where all of us watched the clips of the production process. During the upcoming weekend exhibit, the video screens will play with a voice over describing the process and story.
Here's a short video I took with my iPhone panning the exhibit wall. Not the best video but you get the idea. See more detailed photos after the jump!
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With the hot jumpsuit and romper trend, it was only the natural step for us to steer style into the direction of overalls. Stylehive rounds up the best overall looks and I love the classic look of the Urban Renewal Vintage Denim Overalls ($68.00) and the modern take of the See By Chloe Drawstring Overalls ($166.00). See the photo slideshow on Stylehive!
Meet jewelry designers (and my BFFs!) Kim and Kris Nations and view the latest Kris Nations collection at Eco Citizen Boutique in San Francisco. Enjoy organic wine and delicious nibbles. There will be a special raffle prize and 10% of sales go to Global Green. Pick up beautiful jewelry for holiday gifts or get a treat for yourself!
Kris Nations Trunk Show
Thursday, November 11, 2010
5pm - 9pm
Eco Citizen Boutique
2255 Polk Street
San Francisco, CA
phone: (415) 614-0100
ecocitizenonline.com
I love the new Tibi Resort Collection 2011 that brings in some of my favorite colors of the season (military green, orange, and taupe) along with some glittery sparkle. I love how you can mix and match the pieces to create a really stylish casual or dressed up look. All these beauties are making their way this week into the Tibi shop. Available now is the Confetti Beaded Shift Dress (above center, $695) and the Leather Shorts in black ($585).
Also, take a peek at their blog. I love Amy's Sketchbook.
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Today I had a rare treat to sit in on Estee Lauder International Makeup Artist Alan Pan's training session with the Estee Lauder team. It was such an inspiring experience to be a fly on the wall and learn from one of the masters. He's smart, funny, and you just want to soak up all his makeup and skincare knowledge. Did I mention he's hilarious? He had us all in stitches the whole day. But seriously, this man is a genius. He has some of the best tricks and techniques for makeup, especially for Asians. I've never seen anything like it. Here he is working on my friend Atsuko where he gave her such a stylish smoky eye. The photos posted here are screenshots from my video camera and I'll be posting up the tip-filled video on the blog soon.
If you are in the Bay Area, you have no excuse not to come to Macy's Union Square in SF on Thursday for your chance to get your makeup done by Alan and the team at Estee Lauder. This is his LAST appearance in the US before he heads back to London. Don't miss it! Go during your lunch break or leave work early since this event runs till 6pm at night. Go and get a 5 min makeover if that's all you have time for! Seriously, it's worth it to get his special touch on what works for you.
Here are the details:
Thursday, November 4, 2010
11am - 6pm
Estee Lauder Area
Macy's Union Square
170 O'Farrell Street
San Francisco, CA
Book your appointment with America Brown by calling 415-397-3333, ext 4877 or 2356 or just stop by the counter. You won't miss the action as it will be the most happenin' part of the cosmetics floor.
Also don't forget to mention you found out about this from Coquette!
You'll get some special gifts and VIP treatment.
• receive a 10-day supply of foundation free for booking your appointment
• with $100 purchase receive a deluxe travel size of Estee Lauder ReNutriv Intensive Lifting Crème
Here are a couple more photos from my video shoot:
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Estee Lauder Event with Alan Pan Next Thursday, Nov 4th
Stylehive rounds up the best fall florals for $75 or less! I love the floral look personally myself and this time around it's not just for spring/summer! My favorites are the Forever21 Floral Field Dress ($28.90) and the Floral-Print Satin Pump ($44.00). See all the great picks in the photo slideshow on Stylehive.
