Pringle of Scotland
December 7, 2011 – 8:35 am | No Comment

For Alistair Carr’s third collection at Pringle , the Balenciaga-trained designer took things literally: “I looked at the classic knit pieces in the archives and wanted to twist things up a bit—so I did: I just twisted it.” Twisted collar and seam details pepper the collection alongside other modern interpretations of the heritage company’s archives. Instead of a twinset, Carr gives us the “triple set”: a coat, sweater, and trousers, the latter two whipped up from the same butter-soft cashmere knit. There was a refit of the iconic Pringle argyle pattern, too, with each argyle amplified and sewn on a sweater in acid-colored crystals, throwing off a 3-D effect.

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Marketing Course Begins Tour of Europe’s Fashion Capitals
May 22, 2011 – 12:30 am | No Comment
Marketing Course Begins Tour of Europe’s Fashion Capitals

St. Louis (PRWEB) May 21, 2011 Students in the new course, “Luxury Apparel-Marketing B53” are examining case studies of brands that make up the $237 billion industry that has its roots in Chanel’s famous perfume and little black dress. Researching the strategies, financials and business models of Europe’s prominent luxe apparel and accessory marketers is

Win a Pair of Coral Dolce Vita Sandals from The Red Box on TheChicSpy.com Blogzine
May 22, 2011 – 12:30 am | No Comment
Win a Pair of Coral Dolce Vita Sandals from The Red Box on TheChicSpy.com Blogzine

Walnut Creek, CA (Vocus/PRWEB) May 20, 2011 The Red Box, a high fashion retailer of women’s apparel and fashion accessories for both men and women, is presenting their second giveaway, featuring a pair of nubuck suede Dolce Vita wedges in coral. The giveaway is listed on TheChicSpy.com, a style and entertainment blogzine that delivers content

Beat the Heat with India Fashion
May 22, 2011 – 12:30 am | No Comment
Beat the Heat with India Fashion

New Delhi, India (PRWEB) May 21, 2011 ShalinIndia, an online India shopping store, has launched India fashion clothing and jewelry suitable for summer.

Salon Estetica An AVEDA Concept Spa’s Hidden Gem: Fashion Designer Ricky Lindsay
May 22, 2011 – 12:30 am | No Comment
Salon Estetica An AVEDA Concept Spa’s Hidden Gem: Fashion Designer Ricky Lindsay

Riverview Tampa, FL (PRWEB) May 21, 2011 Salon Estetica An AVEDA Concept Spa in Riverview, FL recently hosted An Evening of Fashion, Fun and the Arts featuring couture, every day and fantasy fashion items all custom designed in-house by Manager Ricky Lindsay. Lindsay studied to become a hair stylist at the Aveda Institute but just

Make A Beautiful Moment With The Perfect Wedding Party
May 22, 2011 – 12:30 am | No Comment
Make A Beautiful Moment With The Perfect Wedding Party

SHENZHEN, China, May 20, 2011 /PRNewswire-Asia/ There is no moving back in the world. It is a pity that the beautiful moment for a perfect bride could be ruined by a flaw in a wedding dress, such as improper collocations.

Lancôme’s Génifique Repair Youth Activating Night Cream just won a 2011 CEW Award.
May 22, 2011 – 12:30 am | No Comment
Lancôme’s Génifique Repair Youth Activating Night Cream just won a 2011 CEW Award.

Lancôme announced that Génifique Repair Youth Activating Night Cream just won a 2011 Cosmetic Executive Women (CEW) Award in the moisturizer prestige category. These esteemed awards recognize the most innovative beauty products of the year. The awards were handed out today NYC’s Waldorf Astoria Hotel.

Some Summer Style Must-Haves
May 21, 2011 – 9:30 pm | No Comment
Some Summer Style Must-Haves

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Sexier Abs Through Science
May 21, 2011 – 9:30 pm | No Comment

Summer is coming, which is a relief to your body parts that could really use a little color – like your face – but less so to the parts that really should never see the light of day (*ahem* muffin top).

A Fantabulous Summery Heel by Tabitha Simmons & What to Wear it With
May 21, 2011 – 9:30 pm | No Comment
A Fantabulous Summery Heel by Tabitha Simmons & What to Wear it With

SHOP THE LOOK: Rag & bone “Barbette” mesh dress ; Kain “Bea” linen-blend cardi ; Newbark woven canvas & leather tote ; Marni ribbon-tie brass-mesh cuff ; Oliver Peoples “Lips of Fire” sunglasses ; SEPHORA by OPI “Teal We Meet Again” polish Oh, these basket-weave'y “Darcy” whipstitched calfskin peeptoes ! Can you say F-A-B-U-L-O-U-S?!! They are by the English-born, NYC-based Tabitha Simmons who actually studied film at University prior to her career as a stylist. She now contributes regularly to mags like Vogue, Dazed & Confused, and Another – collaborating with the likes of Craig McDean, Glen Luchford, and Steven Klein – and has done runway work for Calvin, Zac, and McQueen. To show these kicks off as much as possible, we'd start with our fave white sundress, and add touches of chocolate and mocha – and draw maximum attention to our toes with a beachy teal pedi – which all adds up to a tasty summer style treat

Win a Pair of Gorgeous Deborah Gaspar Earrings From Modnique
May 21, 2011 – 9:30 pm | No Comment

Modnique specializes in online boutique sales of good designer brands that last only a few days. On May 27th , they'll be hosting a sale of Deborah Gaspar jewelry – including bangles, earrings & necklaces – with an average savings of 65%. To celebrate, they're giving away this pair of made-in-the-USA lovelies, which are taupe-tone mother of pearl on a sterling 14k gold-filled & textured hoop, and worth $245.