Monthly Archives: December 2008

Spring 2009 Trend Alert – Harem Pants

December 31st // 5 Comments
With the new year upon us, it’s time to start thinking about our spring wardrobes. I was lucky enough to get a first look at what new trends will be cropping up in ’09 when I attended New York Fashion Week this past Fall. While I loved a lot of what I saw, (i.e. tropical prints; bodysuits; voluminous, flowy, femenine sillhouettes) there were some trends I’ve still been trying to digest–namely, the return of the harem pant. Everyone from Michael Kors to Betsey Johnson to Diane Von Furstenberg showed this trend on the runway. Though I do like the sillhouette, my main concern is that this would be a tough look for a curvy woman to pull off. Much like the boyfriend jean, this look requires balance proportion for those of us who aren’t 6’1 billowy supermodels ;)
Curvy gals, if you dare try this trend, be sure to add heels and a fitted top, just so you won’t get lost in all that fabric!

[Images via about.com]

Would You wear this trend? Keep checking back, as I’ll be posting more Spring ’09 fashion trends and tips.

Love,
Loren

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Fashion Tips – Wearing Winter Coats

December 31st // Comment Here

With the winter winds blowing in over the holidays, it cast a chill over sunny Florida. For a few days, I felt as though I were back in New York with the blustering winds. As a result of this experience, I figured I would share with you a tip I found on wearing winter coats.

To help you get started building that coat closet, I wanted to highlight an offer from QVC.com to help put you on the right path with your winter coats. Now through 1/4/09 (where did the year go?), you can get free shipping on designer coats like this wool & cashmere peacoat from Carson Kressley. If you aren’t familiar with Carson, he was on Queer Eye for the Straight Guy — he was one of the “fab five.”While this coat is available in a variety of colors, I prefer the pumpkin seen after the jump, as bright colors are in this year.



Carson Kressley Wool & Cashmere Peacoat in pumpkin. Available at QVC.com for $109.70 (retails for $145).

While winter coats may seem pricey, what is great about choosing the right winter coat is that it is an investment that will reward you many times over — and your wallet as well!

Love,
Loren

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Celebrity Looks – Gossip Girl Style

December 30th // 2 Comments

Actress, Leighton Meester plays everyone’s favorite bad girl, Blair Waldorf, on the CW hit series, Gossip Girl. The characters (particularly Blair) on the fashion-forward show, have been responsible for spawning several fashion trends, including the revival of the headband. Blair’s style is classic, preppy, tailored, and polished–very Upper Eastside New York–and you’ll rarely see her without her signature headwear. From grosgrain to sequins, Blair likes her headbands in an array of colors, textures, and styles, and accessorizes depending on her mood, or to add a punch of color to her outfit.
[Images via: Collegefashion.net]

Where to shop for the Blair Waldorf look after the jump!

I did some browsing online, and found some really cute headbands at all price points.
Eugenia Kim silk headband $55 at Shopbop.com

These Petite Bow Headbands are available at Forever21.com for $1.50 each. Pick one up in every color to accessorize your outfits a la Blair Waldorf.

Embellished Headbands $3.80-$5.80 at Forever21.com

If you’re feeling frisky, try on a sequined or feathered headband with a formal dress for a touch of individuality. I could see Blair wearing any one of the headbands pictured above to a party with a gorgeous frock. Check back soon for more Gossip Girl inspired fashion tips!

Love,
Loren

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Hot Deals – New Year, New Location

December 30th // Comment Here

Save up to 50% at Luxury Link!

Make your New Years travels (or any travel) a reality this year. With a little over 36 hours left until we ring in 2009, remember that Luxury Link is offering some extraordinary last-minute deals on luxury travel destinations!

If you’re all set for New Years, now is also a good time to make travel arrangements for the Inauguration in Washington DC in January — or even plan a romantic getaway for your sweetheart in February. If you’ve never been somewhere exotic — now is the time to start 2009 off right — and maybe even somewhere you’ve always wanted to visit! As a reminder, first-time buyers get $100 off on their order — no minimum required when they use coupon code LUXLINK100 at checkout! Remember, this offer expires at the stroke of midnight on 12/31/08!

Happy travels!

Love,
Loren

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Trends and News – I’m Tired of

December 29th // 3 Comments

I’m sure we are all tired of something in life… Whether it is that everyday job, commuting in traffic or even cooking. While we may be tired of some things, there are a lot worse things that we should all be tired of.

On this past year’s Dancing with the Stars, you may have seen celebrities like Lance Bass, Toni Braxton, Brooke Burke and Kim Kardashian sporting black and silver bracelets. They are the latest celebrities to get behind the “I’m Tired of…” bracelet campaign. Toni Braxton was tired of Alzeheimer’s, while Kim K. was tired of Cancer. The I’m Tired of… bracelets range from Alzeheimers to Cancer, there is also one for Aids, along with Global Warming too. Display what it is that you are ‘tired of.’ With each donation of $10, half of it goes to support the cause that you select.


[Image via Imtiredonline.com]

While a donation of $10 isn’t enough to cure these problems entirely, it is a start! Tell me what you are tired of in the comments area.

Love,
Loren

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