BEAUTIFUL BORDEAUX IN STORES NOW

LEIGHTON MEESTER IN BORDEAUX FERRAGAMOThe deepest of shades of burgundy and bordeaux are right on trend for Fall 2012, in fashion boutiques now.FRIDA PINTO, LEIGHTON MEESTER, & HILARY SWARK IN FERRAGAMO FALL 2012   Sometimes called Oxblood, this rich color can be worn back to a host of items already in your wardrobe.  Flattering to most skin tones, this color is a great alternative to black and almost as neutral.  Gossip Girl star Leighton Meester was stunning at the Ferragamo Resort Show in Paris this Spring.   Meester dazzled the crowd in head-to-toe color.   The sheer silk blouse paired with the intricate hand embroidery of that skirt make a super chic combination.  

Recently when BORDEAUX ORCHIDS AND PETROL BLUE RUNWAY SANDALS AT FERRAGAMOI was in the Ferragamo Flagship Boutique on 5th Avenue, I saw this breathtaking display created by this Italian House of Luxury's  Visual team.    To see more color, click Beautiful Bordeaux.

KNIT TO BE TIED FOR FALL

FENDI FALL 2012 AT SAKS 5TH AVENUEIt might be as hot as Hades in most parts of the U.S. & Europe, but the best Fall merchandise is hitting department stores as you read this!   Saks 5th Avenue has a "Must-Have" checklist of pieces to curate for your own wardrobe.   This Fendi knit with pleatd sikl skirt is a great example.   Also in on the knitwear is Stella McCartney, Giambattista Valli, and Akris.    Click over to Saks to see these and so many more hot looks for Fall!  

After all, just because you're in your bathing suit - doesn't mean you shouldn't be planning your city suit!

MOTHER'S DAY CHARM

FERRAGAMO ICONIC CHARM BRACELET IN ENAMELED BRASS - $390.00With Mother's day less than a week away, you have a few days left to point and click to make your mother smile on her day.   Charm bracelets are one of the most classic items in any woman's wardrobe.   No jewelry box would be complete without at least one of these feminine accessories that can be worn with everything.14K GOLD & ORANGE SAPPHIRE DOG AT B2C JEWELERS -$585.00

Charm bracelets have a magical ability to flatter any wrist it decorates.  From 8 to 80, every girl and woman appreciates a charm bracelet.   Some are covered in charms that are personal, representing children or grandchildren, gardens, homes, and even cars.    Today, any passion can be represented as a charm. TIFFANY CHARM BRACELET CHANEL METAL & RESIN CHARM BRACELET

Amazingly, these charm bracelets lend themselves to every woman that wears one.  What is innocent and playful on a girl can be downright seductive on a beautiful woman.

At the most iconic fashion and jewelry houses, charm bracelets take on similar significance.   These charm bracelets are adorned with brand "icons" that represent the savoir-faire and legacy of the fashion house.   Whatever her favorite brand is, there is a bracelet full of iconic charms just waiting to be hers.  The price range is great, as some are made from costume jewelry materials like resin and brass, and some are made from sterling silver and gold.  JUDITH RIPKA STERLING SILVER "BLUE HEART FOOT" BEAR AT BLOOMINGDALE'SLAARON BASHA "BABY SHOES" CHARMegendary fashion houses like Chanel and Ferragamo have symbolic charm bracelets in stores now.   Fine jewelry houses like Tiffany and Bulgari are of course destinations for these little charmers as well.

Think of your mother's favorite designer and click over to the website today.  After all, don't you want your mother to lead a charmed life!    

Click on images or links to find the store nearest you.

CHANTECAILLE & CHANEL- I SEA!

CHANTECAILLE CORAL REEFS PALETTEInspired by nature, Chantecaille beauty and skincare products have a dedicated following of those seeking effective CHANTECAILLE BTQ- SAKS 5TH AVENUE - NAPLES, FLtreatments that are also kind to the environment.   This family run beauty empire creates products that have a purity of design and simplistic elegance.   FERRAGAMO SEAHORSE EARRINGWith a consistent goal of calming inflammation (the most common cause of aging) and flattering skin tones with the most natural ingredients, the Chantecaille collection is an excellent resource for anyone seeking cosmetic appeal and real results.  Creative Director Olivia Chantecaille brings a dynamic sense of energy to the brand, infusing the current trends of the fashion world and latest developments from the world of cosmetics.CHANTECAILLE CORAL INSPIRATION

For Spring 2012, Chantecaille partners with the Marine Conservation Institute in the goal to protect 10% of the worlds oceans by 2020.  In an effort to keep the message in the minds, and on the lips of Chantecaille clients, The Coral Reefs Palette of lip and cheek colors was created. CREATIVE DIRECTOR OLIVIA CHANTECAILLE  With a portion of proceeds benefiting the MCI, this palette draws inspiration from these natural colors found in the deepest of ocean waters. 

Ms. Chantecaille is a fixture on the New York Social Scene and is one of the most glamorous attendees at any society soiree!  A priceless brand ambassador, Olivia is also the face of CHANTECAILLE PROTECTION-NATURELLE LOOSE POWDERthe print and advertising images.  

The fashion world has also been enchanted by the sea in the Spring 2012 collections.   The biggest CHANEL "CORAL" HEELED PLATFORMnames in fashion referenced natures bounty under water on the runway.   French couture house CHANEL took to the ocean floor for inspiration with Coral heeled pumps and oversized shell handbags!   In Milan, the house of FERRAGAMO saw a colorful runway of glamorous prints and gowns highlighted by seahorse earrings and bracelets. 

Find your inspirationFERRAGAMO HAND EMBROIDERED GOWN & SEAHORSE EARRING from this magical world beneath the sea - CHANEL "SHELL" CLUTCHclick on images for more information.    Visit a Chantecaille Boutique near you soon, or shop on-line for these wonderful products.

SMELLS LIKE TEEN SPIRIT DELUXE?

BIANCA BALTI STUNNING IN BLUE - SURROUNDED BY FERRAGAMO CLAD PARTY GIRLS - SCHNABEL, RICHARDS, CHANDLER, & REMINGTON-PLATTFerragamo, the uber-luxe house of Italian fashion is launching their latest fragrance with events unfolding around the world.   From Dubai to Shanghai, and of course NYC, Ferragamo has been the "Must Go To" event for all the hip young girls that hit the party circuit this season.   Signorina, so aptly named has the sweet and spicy smell of pink pepper blended with jasmine, rose, and the slightest hint of patchouli musk - wow - Miss thing in SEXY!   In New York, Italian super model and face of the Signorina campaign Bianca Balti hosted the event.  Where you ask?  JULIAN SCHNABEL'S PALAZZO CHUPIAt the only Italian Palazzo in NYC of course, the Julian Schnabel designed Pink Palace -Palazzo Chupi. 

Signorina blooms on the heels of Attimo, the Ferragamo fragrance launched last year that has been a massive hit in the fragrance world - for men and women.   With the latest scent, Ferragamo wrote a perfume love note to the chicest young ladies that are becoming Ferragamo fashion clients in droves!  Since the revamp of ready-to-wear under talented designer Massimiliano Giornetti 2 years ago - the house has been in overdrive with events, shows, and press-press-press.   I dare you to try and find a ACTRESS KATE MARA IN FERRAGAMO SPRING 2012fashion magazine from any country that is not loaded with Ferragamo editorials - trust me.. you can't.  ACTRESS PIPER PERABO GIVING GLA-MOUR IN FERRAGAMO That's when a brand is red hot.   Speaking of - there are insanely gorgeous RED accessories for Spring 2012 in the Ferragamo boutiques now.   These are ones to collect, so spritz yourself with Signorina and then buy yourself a pair of ballerinas and a serious bag to spice up your Summer!

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