The Latin Barnyard..Chanel 2010 Campaign Posted by Ms. Fashionista , Thursday, December 31, 2009 at 4:18 PM, in Categories: Fashion Campaigns

Chanel is one of my favorite labels. Chanel is the epitome of classic fashion with contemporary flair and every campaign never cease to amaze me. The Spring/Summer 2010 campaign is no different. Shot by Karl Lagerfield in Buenos Aires, the barnyard theme from the runway was taken to another level by adding a bit of Latin sass.

I love it!!!

The stars of the campaign: Claudia Schiffer, Freja Beha, and Baptiste Giabiconi

Vibe Fashion Spread with Amber Rose Posted by Ms. Fashionista , at 2:40 PM, in Categories: Fashion Spreads

Check out this Vibe spread featuring Amber Rose. If you been living under a rock and don't know who Amber Rose is, she is Kanye West's girlfriend. Ms. Rose, who is an ex-stripper (allegedly), is the only girlfriend who has been able to gain celebrity status from dating the Louis Vouitton Don and I can see why. Although all of Yeezy's  ex boos have been pretty, Amber Rose stands out. First she has the shaved head look going on which I think looks great on her(not too many women can pull this look off). Then she's fashion forward; girlfriend has a style(maybe not crazy authentic style but she has it). Lastly, she's pretty. Her whole look is unique enough for the prestigious Ford Model Agency to sign her back in the summer. Since then Amber has done spreads for eModa Magazine, Elle, and now Vibe.

 The spread is chic and classy. Nothing wow about it but Amber looks nice. What ya think?

Beyonce in Heat Posted by Ms. Fashionista , Tuesday, December 29, 2009 at 6:09 PM, in Categories: Beauty

OMG, another celeb has hopped on the parfum bandwagon and it is none other than Ms. Sasha Fierce, herself, Beyonce. Slated for February 2010, Heat is the entertainer's first scent and is estimated to make $100 million within its first year. Beyonce's team hopes that Heat will "re-energize the celebrity category." Check out the commercial.




If the fragrance market is so beleaguered why does it seem like every celeb is launching or has a signature scent? Rihanna, Kanye, Eva Longoria-Parker, Beyonce etc etc. The list can go on and on. Is it that celebs are thinking like B's team? Hoping to create the parfum that will breathe new life into the troubled market? Nonetheless, B do ya thang. I'm pretty sure Heat will do extremely well.

Kelly Rowland looking Fierce Posted by Ms. Fashionista , at 4:41 PM, in Categories: Celeb Fashion

Here's Ms. Rowland performing at the 2009 Grey Goose Character and Cocktails event. She looks amazing and I love her outfit!!!. I want her leggings.

My new shoes... Posted by Ms. Fashionista , Monday, December 28, 2009 at 10:00 PM, in Categories: O la la..look what I bought

Check out my new addition to my shoe collection. My Christmas gift to myself lol.

I love shoes!!! Outfits to come..

Merry Christmas, Happy Kwanzaa, Chanuka..Happy Holidays Posted by Ms. Fashionista , Saturday, December 26, 2009 at 3:09 PM, in Categories: Food for Thought

Hey Fashionistas,

I hope you all had a merry and blessed Christmas!I love holidays because you spend it with the ones you love and it's a great feeling when you're able to spend time with the ones who love you back. Holidays also give you a chance to do something nice for others or the less fortunate(even though we as humans should be giving to others regardless of holidays)but nonetheless tis the season to be jolly, happy, and grateful for everything in your life; health, success, family and friends, flaws, rejections, mistakes,etc etc. These are things that make us stronger and prepares us for bigger and better things ahead. So EAT(love foooood!!!), drink, and be merry!!

Now on to the fun stuff. Here's what Santa brought me:
32" flat screen TV(can't tell me nothing now)
fluffy slippers(was in dire need of)
$$$ from my Grandma
Laptop elevator with cooling fan(my laptop will burn the cuticles off you lol)
and the Droid Eris

Santa was really nice to me. So how was your Christmas and what did Santa bring you?

Sex and the City 2 Trailer Posted by Ms. Fashionista , Thursday, December 24, 2009 at 9:25 AM, in Categories: Entertainment

Happy Holidays Fashionistas!!!!

So, if you didn't already know there will be a Sex and the City 2 and being that the first one was so fab who wouldn't want more? However, it seems like all our answers were answered in SITC1 so what is left? Well Warner Brothers have released the offical Sex and the City 2 trailer. All the girls look NY chic(of course) and all characters from the 1st one are present. So take a gander. You know you want too...

Enjoy



Coming to theaters May 28, 2010

Stylish Last Minute Christmas Gifts Posted by Ms. Fashionista , Wednesday, December 23, 2009 at 9:21 PM, in Categories: Budgetista

 With Christmas only 2 days away and me on a budget, I'm still shopping for fab xmas gifts for my mom and friends. So while brainstorming I decided to jot down some fashionable yet affordable ideas. Here's my last minute xmas gifts list.

1).Leggings and/or stylish patterned tights
These two accessories are a hot commodity this season! They come in a variety of colors/designs and look great with dresses, fierce shoes, shirt dresses etc. So you can't go wrong with purchasing a girlfriend(s) either one or both. Best part is, you can buy them just about anywhere and under $50. Forever21 sells the tights for under $10 and leggings for under $20.


2).Scarves, shawls, and snoods
Since it's winter what better gift to give than a scarf, nice shawl, or a snood. All three are winter necessities that any woman can use.
(a snood)


3). Jewelry
Can't ever go wrong buying a woman some jewelry...

4).Cosmetics or skin care
As women we live by our beauty regime so why not purchase the products the women in your life can't live without.

5). A snuggie
May not be fashion forward but all the rage in keeping you warm and cozy.





Happy Holidays

Elle Italia and Liya Kebede January 2010 Posted by Ms. Fashionista , at 3:13 AM, in Categories: Fashion Spreads

The beautiful Liya Kebede graces the cover of Elle Italia for the January 2010 issue shot by Alexei Hay

Rose Cordero the new Grace Jones in Vogue Paris Posted by Ms. Fashionista , Wednesday, December 16, 2009 at 10:40 PM, in Categories: Fashion Spreads

This is an amaaaaaaaaaaaaaaazing spread!! I was in complete awe when I saw this. It speaks for itself. The color palette, futuristic make-up,everything looks haute and even though nobody can be the original Grace Jones besides Grace, herself, Rose Cordero does a fabou job portraying iconic model.

The Most Outrageous Celeb Accessories of 2009 Posted by Ms. Fashionista , Tuesday, December 15, 2009 at 12:51 PM, in Categories: Celeb Fashion

Ok so I decided to take a break for some me time and it was riveting and rejuvenating lol but now I'm ready to get back in the swing  of things......

As 2009 is rapidly coming to an end and we reflect, fashion has had quite an interesting year. From 80's fashion being reinvented to seeing authentic creations you can't deny that 2009 was the year where fashion statements were escalated to a whole 'nother level.. Well InStyle created their list of the "Most Outrageous Accessories" worn by celebs. Some were definitely avant-garde while others eh...get an A for creativity and effort. Pop the top.

Michelle Obama tops French Elle's Best Dressed List Posted by Ms. Fashionista , Friday, December 4, 2009 at 3:13 PM, in Categories: Fashion News

Recently French Elle magazine released their annual Best Dressed List and guess who won top honors? Our first lady, Michelle Obama.

Ms. Obama won first place in the category of "political chic" being more stylish than France's first lady, Carla Bruni Sarkozy, who came in second place. The first lady also beat our Royal Highness Princess Letizia of Spain and French Socialist Segolene Royal.

Our first lady is soo fly the French picked her over their own. As Michael Jackson would say, "Whose bad?"

Heidi Klum and Seal's babygirl Lou Sulola Posted by Ms. Fashionista , at 2:10 PM, in Categories: Celebrity News

I just had to post these..

She is tooooooooooooo cute. So adorable!!

Designers for less Posted by Ms. Fashionista , at 1:55 PM, in Categories: Budgetista

I love high-end fashion but I can't afford the high-end prices so it always warms my little heart to see haute designers create collections for us regular folk.  Here are several couture designers who have established collections for everyday retail chains.

1). Norma Kamali for Walmart
2). Simply Vera Wang for Kohl's(apparel, accessories, and home since 2007)
3).Charlotte Ronson I heart Ronson for JCPenny (since 2008)

Designers who have upcoming collections
1). Rodarte for Target(limited edition will hit stores Dec 20th with prices under $50)
2) Paris Designer Sonia Rykiel for H&M (collection on sale Dec. 5th in 1,500 H&M locations)
3). Jean Paul Gaultier for Target( will launch next spring in 250 retail stores and will remain on sale til April 2010)


Target is on a roll!!! Let me find out Ima have to add Target to my favorites list. I can't wait for the upcoming lines.

I'm soooo happy to see more and more designers create affordable lines. They finally understand not everyone is able to spend big bucks on the latest fashion trends, especially now in this economy. I mean c'mon who doesn't want to look fierce and ferosh?

More info on the upcoming lines as the launch dates get closer..

Cesare Paciotti Sample Sale Posted by Ms. Fashionista , Wednesday, December 2, 2009 at 12:54 AM, in Categories: Sample Sales

Hey if you're going to be around Columbus Circle(NY) tom or love Italian fashion accessories then check out Cesare Paciotti's Sample Sale, which kicks off today through Friday. I use to intern for Cesare and let me tell ya they have really fierce merchandise. You will not be disappointed at all!!

Recieve up to 70% off women's and men's luxury Italian shoes and accessories
Dec 2., 3 & 4
10 am-6pm
12 W 57th Street Suite 901( betw 5th and 6th Avenues)
CASH ONLY!!!!!!

Cyber Monday Posted by Ms. Fashionista , Monday, November 30, 2009 at 10:24 AM, in Categories: Budgetista

Hey Fashionistas,

Hope you all enjoyed the holiday weekend because I did! Now back to business. If you missed all the Black Friday deals, wished there were more, or kicking off holiday shopping well you're in luck because today is CYBER MONDAY!!!!!!! If you don't know what Cyber Monday is, it is the equivalent of Black Friday, kinda like the virtual Black Friday, just on Monday. So instead of getting up in the wee hours of the morning to catch the early bird specials, you can shop while at work with a click of a mouse...sweet.

Since the inception of " Cyber Mondays" this day has grown rapidly. It is reported that more than 96 million Americans will participate(hope the internet won't crash). Also, the number of retailers have increased as well. Last year two thousand retailers had special deals on this Monday. This year approximately 7000 more  retailers have jumped on the Cyber Monday bandwagon. So if you do plan on shopping today here are some places you should visit.

1). Ann Taylor is offering 40% off everything plus free shipping for purchases $100+.
2). DSW (my shoe haven) is offering 25% off ENTIRE PURCHASE!!!!
3) Arden B is offering 30% entire store off plus free shipping on all purchases $15+
4) Banana Republic 20% and free shipping
5) Lucky Brand 30% off everything and free shipping $75+
6) Steve Madden 25% off plus free shipping
7) Guess 25% off full priced merchandise and an additional 60% off sale items
8) Bakers shoes 25% off when you spend $100+ and 15 % if you spend under.
And the biggest deal of them all right now is..........
9).New York & Co offering 50% off EVERYTHING plus FREE SHIPPING ON ANY PURCHASE!!!!  And if you know like I know, NY&Co. has some great stuff. I had the chance to go to one of their stores over the weekend and people were grabbing things up left from right. So if you see something you want ya better buy it because the next shopper probably going to grab it if you don't.

Other stores that you should check out is Saks Fifth Ave. Forever 21, 7 for Mankind, Free People, and BeBe because they're all offering free shipping (which is a deal in it's self). Check out Target as well. I'm pretty sure they have some serious deals going on.

Check all stores for details..
Happy Shopping!!!

Michelle Obama in Naeem Khan for State Dinner Posted by Ms. Fashionista , Wednesday, November 25, 2009 at 1:38 AM, in Categories: Celeb Fashion

We all know that we have a one fashionable first lady! Time after time she stuns the world with her chic and classy attire (except the whole shorts controversy) and Tuesday night was no exception. For the Obama administration first state dinner Mrs. Obama wore an elegant and strapless gown by little known Indian designer Naeem Khan.

To balance out the elegant yet glamorous number she kept her  make-up natural looking, her hair in a sophisticated updo, chandelier earrings, and gold diamond bangles on her left arm. She looked absolutely flawless!

The AMAs Posted by Ms. Fashionista , at 12:22 AM, in Categories: Celeb Events

By now I'm pretty sure you're aware that the AMAs were last Sunday, Nov. 22. So I'ma just post red carpet pics. Some outfits were very chic while others were...interesting. And what an embarrassing fall made by JLo poor thang! Pop the top to see some pics.

Victoria Secrets 2009 Fashion Show Posted by Ms. Fashionista , Tuesday, November 24, 2009 at 4:55 PM, in Categories: Fashion Events

Ok, so I'm a little late posting this(I've been very busy) but better late than never. Last week, Thursday, Vicki Secrets taped their 2009 Fashion Show, which returned to  NYC,at the Lexington Ave Armory, for the first time since 2005.

The sexiest show on earth was hosted by Heidi Klum, who also graced the runway just six weeks after giving birth to her fourth child.

The show will air Dec. 3 at 10pm on CBS. Be prepared to see five new "Angels" (Chanel Iman, Emanuela de Paula, Rosie Huntington-Whitely, Lindsay Ellingson, and Candice Swanepoel) hit the runway and a performance from Black Eyed Peas. Pop the top to see some pics.

Chanel Iman..the new Minni Mouse for Vogue Germany Posted by Ms. Fashionista , Thursday, November 19, 2009 at 9:28 PM, in Categories: Fashion Spreads

Chanel Iman is featured, as Minni Mouse, in Mark Seliger's new shoot "Minni in Wunderland" for Vogue Germany December 2009. Minni never looked so beautiful and haute! Pop the top.

The 2009 CFDA/Vogue Fashion Fund Winner is.......... Posted by Ms. Fashionista , at 8:42 PM, in Categories: Fashion Events

Sophie Theallet!! The womenswear designer was the sixth reciepient to recieve the CFDA(Council of Fashion Designers of America)/Vogue Fund in NYC Nov. 17th, with jewelry designer Monique Pean and menswear designer Patrick Ervell as runners-up.

Theallet will recieve $200k and a one year mentorship from a CFDA designer while Pean and Ervell will recieve $50,000 to pursue their future design endeavours.

Past winners of the coveted prize are Alexander Wang, Rogan, Doo-Ri Chung, Trovata, and Proenza Schouler.

I don't know much about Sophie Theallet but I do know she used a cast of all black models in her first NY runway show during NY fashion week...nice. To learn more about her check her website.

Beyonce ft Lady Gaga Video Phone remix Posted by Ms. Fashionista , at 7:24 PM, in Categories: Entertainment

Interesting....

Men wearing Kilts, Skinny Jeans, & Meggings...Oh My! Posted by Ms. Fashionista , Tuesday, November 17, 2009 at 10:49 PM, in Categories: Food for Thought

So I was watching the Tyra Banks show yesterday and at some point she had a mini fashion show showcasing haute trends for women and men for the fall/winter season. As former ANTM contestants modeled pieces like cute boyfriend sweaters and androgynous suits the men modeled kilts, skinny jeans, and meggings. Apparently, men wearing kilts, skinny jeans, and meggings are in. I mean I know men wearing skinny jeans are in because I've seen petite men wearing them all over the place but kilts and meggings?

Now kilts are a scottish tradition  and that's fine but what about passing it as a fashion trend in the US? Hmm and although Marc Jacobs is one of the designers who debuted kilts on the runway, it still looked very awkward seeing this sexy "manly" man on the Tyra Show wearing a "haute" kilt. I know that fashion is all about art, expression, & reinventing the wheel but men wearing kilts? IDK. It takes an extremely bold and confident gent to feel comfortable wearing one of these. This trend will take some time getting use to..

On to meggings which are leggings for men. This trend has taken Tokyo, Paris, London, and now NY by storm. Grown men are wearing meggings not just to keep warm but as fashion statements. Some wear them under shorts while others are wearing them as an alternate to jeans, trousers what have you.  I would need to desensitize myself to this trend as well but it would be easier to accept meggings than kilts.

This year has been the year of androgynous pieces. It is more common and cute to see a woman in boyfriend jeans, sweaters, and pant-suits but what about the other way around? Is it as easily acceptable to see our male counterparts in skinny jeans, kilts, and meggings or should the androgynous look only cater to women?