April 15th - Spring Has a Ring - and a Stripe!
Thursday, April 14, 2011 at 11:55PM
JASON JOBSON in Ferragamo Feed

Courtney Cos - April Bazaar - Page 191- Ferragamo CJ necklace & ringPRESS TIME

Ageless beauty Courtney Cox heats up the pages of the April issue of Harper's Bazaar, shot by Terry Richardson.   This former "Friend" and current cover girl is busier than ever as she stars and produces the hit series Cougar Town on ABC, and reprises her role as Gale Weathers in the long awaited Scream 4 on the big screen this month.   Courtney is gorgeous in full color in Bazaar and perfectly accessorized with Ferragamo costume jewelry.   This editorial speaks for itself as the gold plated pendant and ring are understated, sexy, and on trend as gold jewelry is so flattering agains colorful Spring fashion.  CJ RING #1165- $150.00

The polished brass necklaces all have novelty details and range in price from $180-$390, ring style #1165 is $150.   These pieces give fashion shoppers yet another reason to visit a Ferragamo boutique to see the CJ in person.   Costume jewelry is an important category as all luxury houses continue to grow their CJ divisions.   **These items are also a perfect first Ferragamo purchase for those fans of the Scream movie series who were in high school when the first film was released, and are now young professionals and prime fashion customers.**  

APRIL ELLE -PAGE 330 - FERRAGAMO RUNWAY EXIT 24The 70's trend we have talked about for Spring 2011 is on full display in the April issue of Elle Magazine.   Page 330 has a head to toe Ferragamo presentation, complete with the Olive Crocodile drawstring bag (C699-469-477) - ultra luxe at $5,500.   With only three produced for the Unites States, this bag is the definition of exclusive!  The cotton blouse and linen pant are also available in a very flattering light blue - Shirt #S294-472-237-$790.00 and Pant -#S312-470-627-$590.00

**  The 70's styling of this editorial looks like a still shot from the new French film Potiche.   The comedy set in the 70's stars Catherine Deneuve as a frustrated Potiche (Trophy Wife) living in the luxurious suburbs of Western France.  Gerard Depardieu also stars in this runaway hit that is one of the biggest grossing films this year in France.   The film is well written, witty, and worth seeing just for the fashion - styled so perfectly - it is an eye opener to just how 70's the fashion industry is at the moment.  What a great conversation starter!

OFF THE SHELVES

The floral printed tops and skirts were strong statements on the runway.   Floral and flirty these skirts also revealed matching shorts under the flowing mini-skirts.   The shorts create the illusion ofEXIT 8 - S360-470-780-$650 / S361-470-785-$950 revealing more, even if they cover everything.   These novelty skirts and shorts are priced together and with the top create a two piece ( with shorts -3 piece) dress.   The top works with an endless amount of Summer looks just waiting to be brightened up!

LEGACY OF LUXURY - read between the lines

Nothing says Spring like the bright colorful stripes of the CANDY STRIPE slingback peep-toe pumps and Varina animation.VARINA - SETA -C997-457-091- $375  Silky satin gives the cheerful stripes that extra feminine touch.  Purple or Red are both complimented by creamy porcelain.  Stripes are a key trend for Spring and turned up on runways from NY toFIORETTO - C410-457-111 - PURPLE / PORCELAIN -$550.00 Paris during fashion week.  Varina Seta - $375 or Fioretto slingback -$550 keep you flat on the ground or perfectly pumped.

FREE TIME

We also celebrate Spring 2011 with the launch of the latest F by Ferragamo Fragrance pour Homme -  Free Time is a celebration of the adventurous spirit.   A casual Friday attitude, with a nomadic spirit at heart.

The scent has a woody base with zesty pepper and ginger accents.   Vetiver and White Cedarwood warms up the fragrance and the combination is fresh, nautical, & inspiring.   This is one to wear with your favorite Deck Shoes and your sleeves rolled up!   

Free Time is available in all Ferragamo Boutique Locations and retails for $55 and $75.  A perfect gift for Father's day, a birthday, or anytime someone is feeling a little guilty for having bought herself 3 pairs of shoes!! 

FERRAGAMO TIME

One of Salvatore Ferragamo's most famous inventions, patents, and contributions to the footwear industryDIVA - CREATIONS COLLECTION - MULIT COLORED SUEDE $1,290.00 was the WEDGE.   A high heel without a heel!  This innovation was introduced over 70 years ago and instantly became famous around the world.   DIVA is one of the styles featured in the CREATIONS collection.   Celebrating the legacy of Mr. Ferragamo's creativity and his unique relationship the biggest  stars of Hollywood's Golden Age- Creations is unlike any other collection in the world of designer shoes.

Riverside Square hosted the most recent Creations event.   Benefiting a great local charity - Valley Hospital, supporters spent the morning shopping the latest Ferragamo collection and also learning about, and buying some of Mr. Ferragamo's first designs.  Diva is one of the styles purchased that day.  The luxurious suede in bold striped color is as current today as it was in 1940 when the shoe was first introduced. 

The Ferragamo Feed is sending a big congratulations to Rita McAdoo and her team for all of their hard work to make this event such a success!  We had a great time, helping a great cause,  and celebrating the masterful creations of Salvatore Ferragamo.

FINAL THOUGHT - STRIPES!   FROM RTW TO SHOES, this FLATTERING detail is one to add to every wardrobe as it is one of the biggest trends of the season from designer collections from NY, Milan, & Paris.  Suggest something striped to the next client you work with.




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