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Celebrity Bride Trends: Vera Wang's Couture Gowns

Posted by Jacqueline Pereira

Friday, September 09, 2011 02:25 PM EDT

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Worn by celebrities like Kim Kardashian, Vera Wang's couture wedding gowns have truly become a "must have" in every fabulous wedding. Whether custom-designed or ready-to-wear, all the A-list celebrities are walking down the aisle wearing a signature Vera Wang. It seems like every bride-to-be turns to Vera for wedding style advice, but who can blame them? As the new Mrs. Kris Humphries stated when asked about her reasons for choosing Vera, "She's really, truly unique, and she's someone I trust, and someone I think can get my vision across perfectly."

Celebrities include Kim Kardashian, Ivanka Trump, Victoria Beckham, Chelsea Clinton, Jessica Simpson, Elin Nordegren, Alicia Keys, Jennifer Garner, Khloé Kardashian... just to name a few.

Khloé Kardashian & Lamar Odom

Ivanka Trump & Jared Kushner

Chelsea Clinton & her dad, Bill Clinton

Alicia Keys & Swizz Beatz

Jennifer Garner & Ben Affleck

Victoria & David Beckham

Tags: wedding couture verawang

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Trends

“En Avance”: Pre-Fall Accessory Trends

Posted by Jacqueline Pereira

Thursday, August 25, 2011 04:01 AM EDT

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As we move through August, I can’t help but looking toward the new fall trends. Revamping luxury, this Fall’s accessories are fierce and aren’t for the “faint of heart”. This season’s lines are all about making bold statements through color and texture.

Here are 10 trends for this Fall:

1. Boots: Bright color and bold details renew a fall favorite.

Bright-colored booties
1. Boots by Dries van Noten, A/W 11; 2. Roberto Cavalli Pre-Fall 2011 snakeskin booties;
3. Aperlai Suede Stretch Calf Low Boots

2. Carryalls: Dreamy purses easily transition from day to night.

Cute purses
4. Michael Kors Flash Blue Leather Clutch; 5. MaxMara Olimpia bag;
6. Cole Haan Tantivy Callie Snake-Print Shoulder Bag

3. Animal Print: Purr-fect.

Animal print
7. Jimmy Choo Printed Pony Skin High Top Sneakers; 8. Elie Tahari Avery Shoulder Bag;
9. Salvatore Ferragamo Plexi Heel Pony Skin Effect Boots

4. Little Extras : Crystal- and feather-detailed accessories.

Jeweled accesories
10. Alexander McQueen Velvet and Swarovski Elements Sandals; 11. Oscar de la Renta Satin, Ostrich Feather and Chiffon Bootie;
12. Deanna Hamro Oxidized Sterling Silver, Pavé Swarovski Elements & Freshwater Pearl Wrap Necklace

5. Watches: Sleeker and slimmer.

Watches
13. Chopard, 18-Karat Rose Gold & Mother-Of-Pearl Watch; 14. Hermès, Stainless Steel & Barenia Leather Watch;
15. Ralph Lauren, Slim Classic 18K White Gold Watch

6. Sunglasses: Original shapes and colors.

16. Swarovski Amazing Crystal Sunglasses; 17. Nooka Mercury Sunglasses;
18. Karen Walker Eyewear The Village

7. Loafers: Borrow from the boys.

19. Jil Sander Leather Shoe, 20. Proenza Schouler Leather Shoe,
21. Esquivel Suede Shoes

8. Jewels: Soft and whimsical colors

22. Temple St. Clair Diamond Cluster Ring, 23. Jemma Wynne Moonstone Ring,
24. Temple St. Clair Moonstone Earrings in 18k

9) Fur: Luxe trims

25. Burberry Shearling & Leather Booties, 26. Gucci Leather & Alpaca Fur Trim Booties,
27. Louis Vuitton Leather & Feather Gloves

10) Couture: Enticing haute pieces

28. Versace Patent Leather Studded Pumps, 29. Alejandro Ingelmo Watersnake Pumps,
30. Lanvin Python Shoes

Tags: trends fall accessories

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Fashion

Two is Better Than One

Posted by Jacqueline Pereira

Wednesday, June 15, 2011 12:34 PM EDT

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These days everyone’s schedules are packed from morning to night. But how are you suppose to carry around all your stuff for your daily activities? Trying to fit everything into one bag just doesn't work. Instead, I find myself carrying multiple bags that mismatch and aren't indicative of my fashionista style. After doing some research, I came across Vogue's solution. Below are four bags that will allow you to carry all your daily stuff as well as look put together and fashionable in the process. Thus tackling both problems.

Red-dotted bag Blue bag
Courtesy Vogue
Left Bag: Roberta Roller Rabbit by Roberta Freymann Bondi beach bag in Blurr Red & vanity pouch
Right Bag: Madewell Bamboula Ltd. Market tote in blue multi & Coach Madison embossed python wristlet in light blue

Pink and black bag Yello and white bag
Courtesy Vogue
Left Bag: Céline Cabas tote & Meredith Wendell Python little shavers in Lobsta and Sand Dolla
Right Bag: H&M pouch & tote

Tags: summer bags

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Misc.

Eco Fashion

Posted by Jacqueline Pereira

Thursday, June 02, 2011 10:47 AM EDT

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Sass Brown Eco fashion
Courtesy: Eco Fashion World

A must read for all fashionistas, Sass Brown’s book Eco Fashion, tackles the ongoing struggle of environmentally sustainable fashion and ethically produced clothing. A full- time professor at Fashion Institute of Technology in New York, she specializes in ethical practices in the fashion industry. She has also completed work with women’s cooperatives in Latin America. Brown has made a myriad of collections spanning from urban clothing for London’s trend conscious teenagers to her own collection of women’s designer sportswear.

Putting all of her expertise together, her new book addresses a very real problem that faces the industry. The book also goes in-depth in numerous fashion houses and points out individual issues as well as creates solutions for these companies. Brown does this on an individual bases to really create a solution that embodies each company’s culture.

Even though the book points out the industry’s flaws, it also shows industry leaders pushing for change. Advocating for “a huge shift in consumer thinking to change wasteful consumption”(Eco Friendly Fashion). Brown also mentions the constant battle between quality and quantity and promotes ethical manufacturing processes and ecological awareness.

Brown does a good job pointing out current issues and supporting them with well researched facts. I believe that this book plays an important role in the fashion community and should be read by everyone involved in the industry. Most importantly, the book makes the reader aware about the pressing issues facing the industry and informs the reader about the necessary changes that need to be made. It is wonderfully put together and leaves its audience well informed and eager to contribute to the cause.

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Trends

Spring’s New Favorite Skirt Length

Posted by Jacqueline Pereira

Wednesday, May 18, 2011 12:22 PM EDT

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Maxi dresses

This year’s hottest skirt trend is the maxi. Trade in your mini for a maxi to switch up your Spring looks. Here are ten ways to sport this new trend:

1. Don’t be afraid to be bold and pair a bright top with a black skirt.
2. Soften your style with nude hues.
3. Try a print instead of a solid color.
4. A maxi can be sexy, try a sheer fabric.
5. Instead of color blocking, try a vivid color contrast.
6. Add a feminine touch by adding lace to your look.
7. Maxi’s can be overwhelming, add a belt to define your waist.
8. Denim is in; don’t be afraid to mix in a denim button down.
9. Switch in a pleated skirt for texture.
10. The maxi silhouette leaves a lot of room to accessorize, try adding a statement necklace.

Tags: tips maxi

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A D V E R T I S E M E N T

Jacqueline Pereira

Fashion Trendsetter

I am a sophomore at Boston University majoring in International Management and Marketing and minoring in Public Relations. Fashion has been a passion of mine ever since I can remember. In the 9th grade I started taking fashion design classes from a local designer. In 2008, I entered a dress in Joanne Fabrics Annual Prom dress contest and placed Top 100 out of 1,000 entries. I've also had numerous fashion internships with companies such as Nordstrom and Gucci.

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