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Louis Vuitton and Yayoi Kusama Collection - Seeing Dots!

Louis Vuitton has collaborated with Japanese artist Yayoi Kusama with a new collection that will launch at Louis Vuitton boutiques starting tomorrow, July 10th in NYC at the Fifth Avenue Maison and Soho Kusama concept store. The collection will then be available nationwide in select Louis Vuitton locations on July 19th.

Marc Jacobs has been a fan of the artist's sculptures and paintings when he encountered her work in Tokyo back in 2006. In this fun collection, Kusama's organic repetitive polka dot patterns cover everything from ready-to-wear to bags, accessories, and shoes. For the artist, who sees her life as "a dot lost among millions of other dots", this collaboration will allow her to spread her polka dots infinitely across the world and convey her message: "Love Forever".

You also won't want to miss all the beautiful Louis Vuitton windows worldwide which will be decorated with Kusama's emblematic motifs. If you are in NY, the Yayoi Kusama exhibit will be at the Whitney Museum. I can't wait to see the displays at Champs-Élysées LV in Paris!

Visit the Louis Vuitton Yayoi Kusama site for more info.

I love the Pochette Accessoires Monogram Vernis Dots Infinity in Black. So adorable.

For a preview of more accessories and shoes from the Louis Vuitton Kusama collaboration, just click the link below for more goodies after the jump!

Double Twisted Jersey Circle Scarf

I'm not shy to say that I am addicted to scarves. I think it's a great way to spruce up a simple outfit. I love these very affordable Gwen Beloti Double Twisted Soft Jersey Circle Scarf ($25.50). You can pick the color combination you want for each of the intertwined scarves including a colored stripe pattern! Colors are gray, pink, tangerine for solid colors and yellow, blue and navy for striped pattern as shown in photo below. It's a great way to give yourself a unique look that you can customize for yourself.

Rose Gold Love

With the sun finally setting it's sights on the Bay Area, I'm more than ready to throw on some sandals and pop on some pretty rose gold jewelry. I love these Boutique 9 Piraya T Strap Flat Sandals and the ($78 at Shopbop) Jules Smith Americana Classic Bangle ($75 at Shopbop). Both of these can give a simple outfit the right amount of shine for spring.

Here are more rose gold picks from Shopbop:

Elizabeth and James Paige Flat Metallic Sandals ($198)

Jules Smith Cairo Pyramid Stud Earrings ($55)

Jules Smith Talon Ring ($85)

Nicholas Roxanne Thin Rose Gold Plate Belt ($120)

Marc by Marc Jacobs Large Blade Chrono Watch ($275)

Pamela Love Sun Cuff ($391)

Fall 2012 Preview: Coach Legacy Collection

by Leigh Ferreira

Coach unveiled their Fall 2012 Legacy Collection on Monday night with a little preview party in Manhattan which I was so excited to attend. The collection is a new line based on the original bag designs Coach is so well known for, but with a 2012 twist of eye popping colors along with accessories, jewelry, sunglasses and shoes to match.



I grew up with Coach, so perhaps I am a bit nostalgic for the simple saddle bag with the lovely, functional clasp. I can't wait to buy the highlighter yellow duffle, wide and narrow cuffs in every eye-popping color, and the iPad case when they all go on sale August 1st. (We'll keep you posted when these beauties launch.) I'm swooning for the Men's line too – it's that good. My favorite is the brown courier bag with double clasp closure. Yes, please!



By the way, do you know where the signature Coach clasp comes from? (I just learned this myself at the party.) Turns out, designer Bonnie Cashin was inspired by the fasteners on the top of her convertible. Now this iconic clasp continues to shine again in the Coach Legacy Collection.

~Leigh

25 Ways to Wear a Scarf

Scarves are my favorite accessory and I love this video by Wendy Nguyen of Wendy's Lookbook as she playfully showcases 25 scarf looks "Brady Bunch style" in only 4.5 minutes. From a large silk square to a knit scarf, you'll also get some good variety on how to tie up different kinds of scarves!

(via Crafty Crafty)

Proenza Schouler PS11 Keychain

Keychains make great gifts or stocking stuffers for the holidays. Proenza Schouler's new PS11 Keychain ($145) is like two keychains in one. Featuring their iconic stud design from their PS11 bag, the brass/palladium studs can be connected together or set apart as a fun charm.

Rebecca Minkoff @ eBay - Exclusive Tech Collection Launches Monday

Mark your calendars! Rebecca Minkoff has partnered up with eBay to launch an exclusive new six-piece tech collection of accessories. Beginning Monday, November 14th you can pick up her stylish iPad or iPhone cases at eBay Fashion Vault. The leather Spike Stud iPad Envelope ($220) is an edgy way to carry your iPad in style!

Here are more photos from the Rebecca Minkoff @ eBay Collection:

Perf and Stud iPhone Case, Black ($28)

Cheetah Laser iPhone Case, Neon Pink ($28)

Spike Stud Wristlet, Leather with Metal Studs ($220)

DIY Arm/Wrist Warmers Roundup

It's getting to be that time of year again where hands and arms need some extra warmth, as well as lots of style. This DIY sequin arm warmers project from BurdaStyle is not only super chic, it's also a super easy beginning sewing project. (You can also use a simple knit fabric if you aren't into sequins.)

Over the years, I have come across a lot of great DIY arm/wrist/hand warmer projects. I've rounded up some of my favorites here for you!

Sewing:

Quick and Cozy Fingerless Mitts by Brookelynn Morris on CRAFT (Sewing)

Refashioned Arm Warmers by Hope Meng/Stitch Lounge (Sewing)

Knitting:

Wrist Warmers by Vickie Howell

Gypsy Gauntlets by Lion Brand Yarn (Pattern #: 90617AD)
You will need to register on the site for all the free patterns. Trust me, it's worth it!

Pretty Lace Hand Warmers by Whitney at The Purl Bee

Ribbed Hand Warmers by Whitney at The Purl Bee

Simply Chic's "Cuckoo for Coco Party" for Chanel Lovers Tonight

Simply Chic (3038 Filmore Street) is a new boutique in SF that specializes in designer accessories sold on consignment. Look for vintage handbags, trunks, jewelry, shoes, and watches from brands like Chanel and Louis Vuitton.

Come celebrate all things Chanel at their "Cuckoo for Coco" Party tonight (July 13th) from 5:30pm to 7:30pm. More details in the invite below.

iCufflinks

Cufflinks are making a huge comeback. I notice it a lot more in men's shirts over the years yet quite frankly most of the designs are a bit boring for the modern man. My friends at Adafruit Industries have created iCufflinks ($128), a stylish way for your man to show off his own style. The cufflinks are made from aluminum and have a subtle pulsating LED. Just pop in the battery when you want to wear the iCufflinks. This will make a great Father's Day gift, birthday gift, or "just because".
Watch the video to see iCufflinks in action.

They are currently out of stock after just one day so visit the product page to sign up to be notified when they are back in the shop.

And ladies, a necklace version is coming soon!