tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-17033895519091552852023-11-16T11:59:54.520-05:00FashionFirstLunchLaterUnknownnoreply@blogger.comBlogger494125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1703389551909155285.post-65605755716151669392009-03-31T21:43:00.003-04:002009-03-31T22:08:01.322-04:00A Chic Peak into StyleCaster<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj14lBnBytIPxbzPNxv10365rqySYY1QZ9OSG20yQc85ST5EUGwK-WwteW_hYYDi8q6fRlc0qfS518f2h8YR3DRPlrGwRPUmXFja-bFIXfh9A1IQYr6Q3aVM2hkckJk5xVAsd9_dsjRn4lZ/s1600-h/stylecaster-screen-shot.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5319538416782608130" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 400px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 308px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj14lBnBytIPxbzPNxv10365rqySYY1QZ9OSG20yQc85ST5EUGwK-WwteW_hYYDi8q6fRlc0qfS518f2h8YR3DRPlrGwRPUmXFja-bFIXfh9A1IQYr6Q3aVM2hkckJk5xVAsd9_dsjRn4lZ/s400/stylecaster-screen-shot.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><div>The reason we have been missing for quite some while is because we have been helping our fashion friends out, one being StyleCaster! StyleCaster.com has been a buzz within the the city for months and the official launch is finally approaching! Finally the fashionable elite will be able to pick out what to wear before they even get out of bed...(you will know what we mean soon enough.) </div><br /><div></div><br /><div>The official launch isn't until April however <a href="http://www.stylecaster.com/vip/invite/FashionFirstLunchLater/wiwyl">click here</a> to take a look at their private beta testing before this personalized fashion channel takes center stage. </div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com27tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1703389551909155285.post-10836947068639926942009-03-09T11:22:00.002-04:002009-03-09T11:27:49.061-04:00Haute Restaurant of the Week: Casa Tua<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjBUP3iDqEhRn646M_o7Sp0nyECk6MvUllpkomX71fOYhOk_u7FTwXFO7wzU6To5W7hyphenhyphendE21QjWSIjAhldFGmBdJFZ055iY5AsSn5Zd1zlHu1kAj5hZ-MZhrsLGo7bJQMteQ2w28AU_NMr3/s1600-h/hrotwcasatua(1).jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5311209916113974690" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 400px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 222px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjBUP3iDqEhRn646M_o7Sp0nyECk6MvUllpkomX71fOYhOk_u7FTwXFO7wzU6To5W7hyphenhyphendE21QjWSIjAhldFGmBdJFZ055iY5AsSn5Zd1zlHu1kAj5hZ-MZhrsLGo7bJQMteQ2w28AU_NMr3/s400/hrotwcasatua(1).jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><div align="justify"><span style="font-family:times new roman;font-size:85%;">We are back! So we took a little detour from the Fashion Week craze to lounge poolside in sunny Miami and dine at South Beach's chicest spots, most notably Casa Tua. Tucked away in a Mediterranean style villa hidden by palms and lush tropical foliage is Casa Tua. Located in South Beach's art deco district, it is an impossible spot to snag a reservation, even socialites call in favors to perch in the main dining area.</span></div><br /><div align="justify"><span style="font-family:times new roman;font-size:85%;"></span></div><br /><div align="justify"><span style="font-family:times new roman;font-size:85%;">The idea behind Casa Tua is to make you feel at home as the hotel and restaurant's name translates to "your home". The restaurant occupies the interconnecting ground-floor rooms of the main house with a gorgeously intimate candle lit patio and offers classic Italian and Mediterranean fare by executive chef Sergio Sigala. On his menu you will find delectable dishes such as the burrata with organic-tomato salad and the pappardelle with lamb ragu. Don't forget to check out the selection of well chosen bubbly and white wine, a highlight of the finely crafted wine list.</span></div><br /><div align="justify"><span style="font-family:times new roman;font-size:85%;"></span></div><br /><div align="justify"><span style="font-family:times new roman;font-size:85%;">The Ralph Lauren-esque living room is a serene intermission from the constant bustle of Miami's party life atmosphere. Original art hangs on every blank surface and changes every month. Art Basel and a who's who of international art and society, descended on Casa Tua late last year to dine as well as to view the current artwork and photography. </span></div><br /><div align="justify"><span style="font-family:times new roman;font-size:85%;"></span></div><br /><div align="justify"><span style="font-family:times new roman;font-size:85%;">Casa Tua also features an exclusive upstairs lounge available only to select insiders and privileged members. In order to keep an anonymous mystique, you will not find any advertising or signage indicating that you are in fact at the restaurant – their motto is "privacy is precious". Casa Tua is not about trend, but about a lifestyle and a collection of life experiences, which sets it apart from other South Beach hot spots.</span></div><br /><div align="justify"><span style="font-family:times new roman;font-size:85%;"></span></div><br /><div align="justify"><span style="font-family:times new roman;font-size:85%;">Casa Tua, 1700 James Avenue, Miami Beach, Florida.</span></div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1703389551909155285.post-54762559012774090142009-02-14T10:50:00.006-05:002009-02-14T11:15:16.539-05:00Where are we for fashion Week?<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjVv-YmNDNOOxVBz9mn7tNAaleQ4QysfhlIn9rPBVeVBkJrpEPJF3KozgjORlKYRmoET4GvvTb2GlTkSFn-IrW7mdlVF_yTpLkyU2aNzwtWIZQA4sBGuzuKQJQXtYtKivDT-2sl_P3tcuUO/s1600-h/10.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5302687338245176306" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 267px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 400px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjVv-YmNDNOOxVBz9mn7tNAaleQ4QysfhlIn9rPBVeVBkJrpEPJF3KozgjORlKYRmoET4GvvTb2GlTkSFn-IrW7mdlVF_yTpLkyU2aNzwtWIZQA4sBGuzuKQJQXtYtKivDT-2sl_P3tcuUO/s400/10.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><div><div align="justify"><span style="font-family:times new roman;font-size:85%;">Due to our lack of fashion week coverage you are probably wondering where the hell we are. We are helping out at New York Magazine - So for latest show coverage, front row guests, backstage fun and after parties go to </span><a href="http://http://nymag.com/daily/fashion/"><span style="font-family:times new roman;font-size:85%;color:#000000;">The Cut</span></a><span style="font-family:times new roman;font-size:85%;"> as everyone is working around the clock to give better coverage than style.com. </span></div><br /><div align="justify"><span style="font-family:times new roman;font-size:85%;">photo: Monique Lhuillier</span> </div></div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com9tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1703389551909155285.post-19892823558885137502009-02-11T13:55:00.002-05:002009-02-11T13:59:57.481-05:00Haute Restaurant of the Week: Sweetiepie<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgTCu56twk18I3Ft8SYWVS3-EXsIpKBDwnRwZsz8npGIpb0DU8rh3r7Y8mPRSvkjj7gCCR87GCVrWe9x82JcJbBo_Y-QcnJbKyC6bmAqZcdhKDuP3q3tQzNeHEZ46tYPhYmzGnCi3svnpTr/s1600-h/sweetiepie-carriage.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5301616477176587698" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 400px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 179px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgTCu56twk18I3Ft8SYWVS3-EXsIpKBDwnRwZsz8npGIpb0DU8rh3r7Y8mPRSvkjj7gCCR87GCVrWe9x82JcJbBo_Y-QcnJbKyC6bmAqZcdhKDuP3q3tQzNeHEZ46tYPhYmzGnCi3svnpTr/s400/sweetiepie-carriage.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><div align="justify"><span style="font-family:times new roman;font-size:85%;">If you ever thought New York had a lack of Marie Antoinette meets-bakesale-meets-easy-chic Beverly Hills coffee shop, you’re finally in luck. Welcome to Sweetiepie, a charming, aberrant restaurant, dessert bar and absinthe fairytale all wrapped into one. </span></div><br /><div align="justify"><span style="font-family:times new roman;font-size:85%;"></span></div><br /><div align="justify"><span style="font-family:times new roman;font-size:85%;">The prince and princess behind the Sweetiepie fairytale are owners and husband and wife team, Julie and Literary agent Luke Janklow of Janklow and Nesbit. The conception of this sweet retreat was due to the lack of magical space in the Janklow’s Greenwich neighborhood. Sweetiepie is inspired by restaurants of the past, many of them in California such as The Fountain Coffee Shop in the Beverly Hills Hotel and France’s iconic and opulent Marie Antoinette. </span></div><br /><div align="justify"><span style="font-family:times new roman;font-size:85%;"></span></div><br /><div align="justify"><span style="font-family:times new roman;font-size:85%;">With the capacity to fit 74 guests into two rooms, the décor is intended to embrace all things lavish and imaginary. The interior decorator, Miles Redd, known for his classic clutter creations and stylist, and Lauren du Pont, who conceptualized the pink marble floors, candy apple red banquettes and a gold brass human birdcage (which seats six) to tantalize guests as soon as they enter the space. </span></div><br /><div align="justify"><span style="font-family:times new roman;font-size:85%;"></span></div><br /><div align="justify"><span style="font-family:times new roman;font-size:85%;">A Palette of desserts served in an antique Maison Jensen tea cart is laden with an assortment of fantastical sweets, including the “Sweetiepig”, a vast sundae prepared for six people or one if you can possibly endure the repercussions. While awaiting your Sweetiepig guests can chomp on oversized lollipops which are both décor and a snack in between the candied bacon and sliver dollar pancakes. Plentiful servings of mac and cheese, a trio of mini burgers, and the classic grilled cheese all prepare by executive chef Humberto Gullapa are also featured on the kid friendly menu. For a more calorie conscious selection guests can choose the Le Roy Salad with Avocado, chicken and balsamic vinegar or the Tunamato. </span></div><br /><div align="justify"><span style="font-family:times new roman;font-size:85%;"></span></div><br /><div align="justify"><span style="font-family:times new roman;font-size:85%;">For a day time nibble, a sweet evening or a Sunday brunch with the family, Sweetiepie is a retreat from the mundane and an ideal haven for all ages. Mom’s can feel glamorous sipping on absinthe cocktails while kids can slurp on Shirley Temples. What a sweet temptation!</span></div><br /><div align="justify"><span style="font-family:times new roman;font-size:85%;"></span></div><br /><div align="justify"><span style="font-family:times new roman;font-size:85%;"></span><a class="blog-content-inside-link" href="http://www.sweetiepierestaurant.com/"><span style="font-family:times new roman;font-size:85%;color:#666666;">SWEETIEPIE</span></a><span style="font-family:times new roman;font-size:85%;"><span style="color:#666666;">,</span> 19 Greenwich Avenue btwn Christopher & W. 10th Streets, Hours: Mon-Fri noon-midnight Sat-Sut 10 am brunch-Midnight.</span></div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1703389551909155285.post-30703297697225512952009-02-04T09:33:00.004-05:002009-02-04T09:44:50.903-05:00Droog Hits Soho<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg5-WzpTWzrzYLW-bAkh0MXDNHXH8pvYSm0_B1KR9XHHl3UfAd_DE5cSg0i2chotLVCEwWUdtc4wYqXrtVS7IPrY35PSTzksJTbFC2G3Yqjz8PshyphenhyphenFLNKiA7FBg1o-NNVF1wGYIuUZX2Rgw/s1600-h/rag_chair_02.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5298952734590684594" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 400px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 300px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg5-WzpTWzrzYLW-bAkh0MXDNHXH8pvYSm0_B1KR9XHHl3UfAd_DE5cSg0i2chotLVCEwWUdtc4wYqXrtVS7IPrY35PSTzksJTbFC2G3Yqjz8PshyphenhyphenFLNKiA7FBg1o-NNVF1wGYIuUZX2Rgw/s400/rag_chair_02.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><div><span style="font-family:times new roman;font-size:85%;">Amsterdam-based Droog is launching a New York store in Soho. The Dutch designs are known for their creative design and conceptual art, such as the rag chair from 3,200 euro- layered from the contents are recycled rags or even your own clothing to add to the design. The new store opens February 25 at 76 Greene Street.</span></div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1703389551909155285.post-18111505391540001022009-02-03T14:12:00.002-05:002009-02-03T14:15:30.785-05:00Haute Restaurant of the Week: Double Crown<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgeZspd0ZNd5fLARqVrRnHkuZqjBWW8rkzg9S3YyUdWJCi1Mw796bUVEkt2aTaIvEu9gJY7O6BkYs-CiWB-UyaPbMLV-BSXgecDNRNxtnw2HzmBgOxqSM6J3cNuKOB_S9341teXCXSEGOFe/s1600-h/20080922_nyc_doublecrown1.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5298651718111471682" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 400px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 266px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgeZspd0ZNd5fLARqVrRnHkuZqjBWW8rkzg9S3YyUdWJCi1Mw796bUVEkt2aTaIvEu9gJY7O6BkYs-CiWB-UyaPbMLV-BSXgecDNRNxtnw2HzmBgOxqSM6J3cNuKOB_S9341teXCXSEGOFe/s400/20080922_nyc_doublecrown1.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><div><span style="font-family:times new roman;font-size:85%;">The newest addition to the Bowery quarter is a fine fare escapade, celebrating the nineteenth century British presence in countries of the Far East region. Double Crown is another brilliant creation from the AvroKo team who has gained their status designing restaurants such as Quality Meats, Sapa and Stanton Social. The décor and cuisine are inspired by the collision of cultures during Britain's colonization, inferred with a contemporary twist. </span></div><br /><div><span style="font-family:times new roman;font-size:85%;"></span></div><br /><div><span style="font-family:times new roman;font-size:85%;">Guests are greeted to a visual feast as the Parisian brasserie atmosphere is intertwined with exposed brick walls, scavenger finds from Chelsea flea markets, such as vintage light fixtures and Singapore ceiling fans powered by a single belt. A divine and regal nook within Double Crown is the connecting bar, Madame Geneva, which allows for a libertine approach to eating and drinking, complete with laced panel walls and feminine touches. </span></div><br /><div><span style="font-family:times new roman;font-size:85%;"></span></div><br /><div><span style="font-family:times new roman;font-size:85%;">Double Crown's impressive cocktail list does not disappoint, one could dabble all evening with Mango and Cardamom sour cocktails, Pimm's cup with gin or vodka and Asian melon rose Martinis all cultivated by Brian McGrory. However, you will sorely miss out if you do not taste the Streaky Ham. This delicacy takes ten days to cure with Lavender and honey before its cold smoked for an hour, roasted and left to marinate for an additional day. Another crown jewel is the Singapore Laska with green tea noodles, crab and bean sprouts served in a decorative china tea cup and saucer. </span></div><br /><div><span style="font-family:times new roman;font-size:85%;"></span></div><br /><div><span style="font-family:times new roman;font-size:85%;">The executive chef behind the British-Indo-Asian conceptions is Brad Farmerie, who wanted to take a more casual yet imaginative approach to the menus he had created in the past. Among Farmerie's favorites is the braised Short Rib with a Guinness- five spice sauce and roasted parsnips. Finishing off the evening wouldn't be complete without giving into the enticing and luscious passion fruit Marshmallows. The boisterous and bustling scene is the place to people watch as a diverse downtown crowd gathers for a global infusion evening. Who ever thought that colonialism's stigma could be so appetizing?</span></div><br /><div><span style="font-family:times new roman;font-size:85%;"></span></div><br /><div><a class="blog-content-inside-link" href="http://www.doublecrown-nyc.com/"><span style="font-family:times new roman;font-size:85%;">DOUBLE CROWN</span></a><span style="font-family:times new roman;font-size:85%;">, 316 Bowery at Bleecker Street, Hours: Mon-Fri, 6pm-11:45pm; Sat-Sun, 10am-3pm and 6pm-11:45pm. Reservations recommended.</span></div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1703389551909155285.post-60066323919555989122009-02-03T13:56:00.004-05:002009-02-03T14:11:48.019-05:00Latest Model Crush<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhqoaBW3l_6symY5qbr2NSGmSlalFOr4i4B5iLyzYvBPZ7gERIarLz1GyD6ROVQuCzfSL6LTidEEjQDXHy845wgtWhbFvKZogquHApcFEMYOUs3fnvX9c9o0tgZM6LWziNPpx0EPUwmtlkH/s1600-h/CHANELSS091.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5298648284413815266" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 400px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 275px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhqoaBW3l_6symY5qbr2NSGmSlalFOr4i4B5iLyzYvBPZ7gERIarLz1GyD6ROVQuCzfSL6LTidEEjQDXHy845wgtWhbFvKZogquHApcFEMYOUs3fnvX9c9o0tgZM6LWziNPpx0EPUwmtlkH/s400/CHANELSS091.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg8DZnFB-c8unUo27Z4YPDW7VvdJKG5z-eBk-eE__1cXHw0SFSKzZR-BRZEQnczqKYflKOVU-iz6zL87CTLsptj-x4HhyCvPn0GMBN6cLo8BreZD1Uhl1HS2lC6QRPDE5czwgsJnRqx51Df/s1600-h/heidinum4.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5298648227706069794" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 254px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 400px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg8DZnFB-c8unUo27Z4YPDW7VvdJKG5z-eBk-eE__1cXHw0SFSKzZR-BRZEQnczqKYflKOVU-iz6zL87CTLsptj-x4HhyCvPn0GMBN6cLo8BreZD1Uhl1HS2lC6QRPDE5czwgsJnRqx51Df/s400/heidinum4.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><div align="left"><span style="font-size:85%;">Forget Agyness, Abbey and Anja- our new favorite girl crush is Heidi Mount! She's compelling, diverse and definitely a real rising star. </span></div><div align="left"><span style="font-size:85%;">photos: Chanel SS o9 campaign</span></div><div align="left"><span style="font-size:85%;"> Numero 100</span></div></div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1703389551909155285.post-28348190548138264502009-02-03T13:40:00.004-05:002009-02-03T13:50:36.874-05:00Fashion Week finds a new Home<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgUZjdXMRVVRGVbCnXLrOrFRE7SkG44yxXNyGdq1hq5MkyLm23PW8xMr8iJmGTtfAuV5cb8vL6xb_zeLSVj6klaRkmIam8hAAUF1ouczTbO8pZC8m3QXffp-X2j9E4nbasu8RvIr4FgTxT8/s1600-h/LincolnCenter.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5298644651298060898" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 400px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 307px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgUZjdXMRVVRGVbCnXLrOrFRE7SkG44yxXNyGdq1hq5MkyLm23PW8xMr8iJmGTtfAuV5cb8vL6xb_zeLSVj6klaRkmIam8hAAUF1ouczTbO8pZC8m3QXffp-X2j9E4nbasu8RvIr4FgTxT8/s400/LincolnCenter.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><div><span style="font-family:times new roman;font-size:85%;">Mayor Bloomberg has been working with the CFDA and IMG Fashion for the last two years to come to an agreement on where the new home for Fashion Week will be, there was talk about moving it to the piers last year, however now it looks like its going to be the Lincoln Center starting in September 2010. </span></div><br /><div><span style="font-family:times new roman;font-size:85%;">Since 1993, Fashion Week has been held in Bryant Park, however Bloomberg has been explaining that the tents have long outgrown the park and needs a more suitable and grand location. In September 2010, the shows will take place at Lincoln Center's Damrosch Park, located at the southwest corner of the Lincoln Center plaza, at 62nd Street between Columbus and Amsterdam Avenues. </span></div><br /><div><span style="font-family:times new roman;font-size:85%;">This opulent new venue maybe more classier than the designers who actually show their collections. </span></div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1703389551909155285.post-83964046076645217412009-02-03T13:18:00.003-05:002009-02-03T13:35:28.155-05:00Even Marc has to cut down during these frail Times<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiyW5QMy_FwSN2aZMvQ2DMiu0ReYSfcjg_wmoOHXhIpupcf_INlvQ7wRzCsjSwyDkZ7UfYxLbu0O8439tjWwZd6EjZDGQyWRUrch3Eq2V0yuiYhrztWEAimMn2Kz9MYXjZexn314zCAa_EJ/s1600-h/marcjacobs_090908.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5298641468008718018" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 400px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 289px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiyW5QMy_FwSN2aZMvQ2DMiu0ReYSfcjg_wmoOHXhIpupcf_INlvQ7wRzCsjSwyDkZ7UfYxLbu0O8439tjWwZd6EjZDGQyWRUrch3Eq2V0yuiYhrztWEAimMn2Kz9MYXjZexn314zCAa_EJ/s400/marcjacobs_090908.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><div><span style="font-size:85%;">Late last Friday, Marc Jacobs announced that in addition to canceling his much-loved and hyped fashion show after party, he is also going to be cutting his show guest list by 60 percent. Instead of the usual 1,200 guests, there will be only 700; and oppose to the usual 900 standing in rafters, the standing only sections will be cut down to 200 which will largely be reserved for employees, making Marc Jacobs extravagance during fashion week even more more alluring.<br />“This isn’t the time to spend the money to entertain the entire world,” Robert Duffy, president of Marc Jacobs International, “Everybody thinks it costs the same money to entertain 500 people as opposed to 2,000. It doesn’t. All those 2,000 people still need to be seated, they still need to check in, this one needs this, that one needs that, and you know what? It’s very costly.”</span><br /><span style="font-size:85%;">Does this mean celebrity front row seating will be cut down too?</span></div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1703389551909155285.post-48285721712111926382009-01-23T09:43:00.002-05:002009-01-23T09:48:08.405-05:00Haute Restaurant of the Week: The Monday Room<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhMkaR1dLcKJdbk5K9jbVdKDqmht6nC6zhf1AYp6FfeA4RmLr_bDcDI6-k-H4FiMhtWxR-yTY7AZBZzajK8vM4frFnpX9ZgcKpxz-RfbFEDFVxSAV-kwWg6MrTHIDkTjaqNxL6MXGQy5W2f/s1600-h/2007_01_themondayroom.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5294501005268278338" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 400px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 300px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhMkaR1dLcKJdbk5K9jbVdKDqmht6nC6zhf1AYp6FfeA4RmLr_bDcDI6-k-H4FiMhtWxR-yTY7AZBZzajK8vM4frFnpX9ZgcKpxz-RfbFEDFVxSAV-kwWg6MrTHIDkTjaqNxL6MXGQy5W2f/s400/2007_01_themondayroom.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><div align="justify"><span style="font-family:times new roman;font-size:85%;">Secreted among a cluster of chic boutiques on Elizabeth Street in Nolita, lays a mysterious little jewel hidden inside the Australian roused restaurant, Public. The Monday Room is a cryptic little nook just behind the hostess station. Through the unmarked door lays an 18th century inspired gentlemen’s club. Designed by the acclaimed AvroKO team, the tufted leather booths and faded oriental carpet creates a sleek yet intimate den-like feeling where all things seductive take center stage.<br /><br />The Monday Room is based on the impression that the first day of the work week is usually not a pleasurable one. In the hopes of making it better, this wine bar is the perfect recoil to bury your bad weekdays away with gorgeous fare prepared by Chef Brad Farmerie and paired wines selected by head sommelier Ruben Sanz Ramiro (who has worked at molecular gastronomic Heston Blumenthal’s The Fat Duck in England.) The only debatable question is that The Monday Room isn’t a wine bar because there is no bar; instead there is a private wine steward on hand to make sure your menu selections are on par with your wine selections. The wine steward makes recommendations from a list of 60 wines offered by half glass to full bottle; Ruben makes sure his wines have a story and a soul within each bottle, as his favorite regions to procure hard -to- find wines are from Australia and New Zealand.<br /><br />Guests can choose custom wine flights allowing for comparison and contrast, however there is always room for flexibility. The revolving canapé menu consists of 10-14 small tastes. For starters choose the glazed eel served in an amuse-bouche spoon with pickled bean sprouts and soft boiled quail eggs that are paired with an exquisite Ombra Prosseco Brut from Minae Italy. Then venture into the Swordfish sashimi with Chinese black vinegar, pickled cucumber and crispy garlic with the suggested pairing of the Riesling Kabinett 2003. An absolute must is to taste the Manuka honey crème brulée with sherry poached figs and orange shortbread coupled with a perfected Domaine Cahuapé, 2005.<br /><br />The small plates are reflective of global influences of South East Asia, the Middle East and North Africa. The experience of sharing and tasting courageous food and excellently textured wines such as the Lebanese Chateau Musar will please any seasoned oenophile. An artistic crowd of influencers and tastemakers lounge about on winged armchairs that frame smaller tables for intimate dining. The sultry yet cozy mood of The Monday Room is luscious in décor and rich in precision as each taste and sip truly fits its mystifying location.<br /><br />Location- 210 Elizabeth Street between spring and Prince Street 212 -343- 7011<br /><br />Hours Mon-Thurs 6pm-12am Fri-Sat 6pm-2am Sundays closed<br /><br />Reservations are recommended</span></div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1703389551909155285.post-12679384004814755952009-01-21T13:22:00.003-05:002009-01-21T13:43:50.769-05:00Michelle wears Wu<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgZwGmuhL4_Nh9p1EcegV0qgkARn9-193Tea5A2ZJaS8FymSqKbUKc0N6eLzpJJiN0vV_QmFDxcS-axHUf0EG5o6bqp5Yzsz6TXmJYHT1ue6Z-rjrFIOpPZBU6pbDoZYFDQ9cO3tFr6Ooj1/s1600-h/slide_869_15188_large.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5293817879796872642" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 400px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 291px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgZwGmuhL4_Nh9p1EcegV0qgkARn9-193Tea5A2ZJaS8FymSqKbUKc0N6eLzpJJiN0vV_QmFDxcS-axHUf0EG5o6bqp5Yzsz6TXmJYHT1ue6Z-rjrFIOpPZBU6pbDoZYFDQ9cO3tFr6Ooj1/s400/slide_869_15188_large.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><div align="justify"><span style="font-family:times new roman;font-size:85%;">Not like presidents wives in the past who dawned Oscar de le Renta for their inauguration dance as first ladies, Michelle Obama gave a progressive take on an old faithful and decided to surprise spectators with 26 year old Brooklyn designer Jason Wu. Although some say it looks like a bedsheet Congrats to Jason and his pr team, C&M Media Ltd!</span></div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1703389551909155285.post-91018846041432077712009-01-20T13:35:00.002-05:002009-01-20T13:45:27.058-05:00Dubbed as the Trousergate Scandal...<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhMKyi2ehBSKHPlSPVBfCbFPpjpd5-OBN-yB3JJp87VqB4m7VYNjyzD9JEeRilUb4eKF7Nz4G9B93pRLg8roR0DRh2uYMbUu4_bko5vh3ofHCUjyM4_xsx8ehwyW6WcqyLDDJo9PF4WnTyW/s1600-h/20090120_dandgpants_250x375.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5293448758575344370" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 250px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 375px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhMKyi2ehBSKHPlSPVBfCbFPpjpd5-OBN-yB3JJp87VqB4m7VYNjyzD9JEeRilUb4eKF7Nz4G9B93pRLg8roR0DRh2uYMbUu4_bko5vh3ofHCUjyM4_xsx8ehwyW6WcqyLDDJo9PF4WnTyW/s400/20090120_dandgpants_250x375.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><div><span style="font-family:times new roman;font-size:85%;">This week Giorgio Armani has issued a "Trousergate" scandal in Milan, accusing D&G of copying the quilted men's pants that he showed as part of his collection in June.</span></div><br /><div align="justify"><span style="font-family:times new roman;font-size:85%;">The Guardian described it as "the most acidic row to hit the world of fashion for more than 15 years." After the D&G showed in Milan this past weekend, Armani noted that at least sixteen pairs of the quilted pants walked down the runway. "Now they copy me. Tomorrow they will learn," he told reporters. "I would understand if they were nobodies. But honestly!"Dolce and D&G are defending their designs arguing "We surely have plenty to learn, but certainly not from him," the partners, Domenico Dolce and Stefano Gabbana said in a statement. "The Armani style was never a source of inspiration for us and it is years since we have bothered to watch his collections." An Armani spokesman says the designer doesn't plan to take any legal action and called his comments "a casual observation." </span></div><br /><div align="justify"><span style="font-family:times new roman;font-size:85%;">Why are these quilted satin blankets constructed into makeshift pants even worth the argument?</span> </div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1703389551909155285.post-56296934426011189782009-01-20T12:50:00.004-05:002009-01-20T12:58:48.511-05:00Overexposed Gisele<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiFTi_01P5ZklLAt0P8D5GB5mzFfFAzM1rOggKtsMKGVn7dfXX_R7LMr4kZEY0fHLQCAm3njtQPcj5R1lmomMkmJYU4Ys0ILAWkMQO2ndpNYiB4qQW5YrBzvWIe4BRUmnOZXvFBunBwFQiX/s1600-h/giselledior.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5293436330762335234" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 298px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 400px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiFTi_01P5ZklLAt0P8D5GB5mzFfFAzM1rOggKtsMKGVn7dfXX_R7LMr4kZEY0fHLQCAm3njtQPcj5R1lmomMkmJYU4Ys0ILAWkMQO2ndpNYiB4qQW5YrBzvWIe4BRUmnOZXvFBunBwFQiX/s400/giselledior.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><div align="center"><span style="font-family:times new roman;font-size:85%;">Gisele Bundchen will be seen on every magazine cover come Feburary or at least on every cover of Elle magazine worldwide. Gisele has teamed up with Project (RED) to help fight AIDS, and as a result will be gracing over 30 February Elle covers ( all in different looks) internationally. </span></div><br /><div align="center"><span style="font-family:times new roman;font-size:85%;">Gisele is also the face for Spring 2009 Christian Dior, shot by Craig McDean.</span></div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1703389551909155285.post-2365980772179847832009-01-20T12:39:00.002-05:002009-01-20T12:49:41.990-05:00Dining in New York City<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEisl3rBDjgg4ZOgMThRVriNGjTndqcjBeujXs_ZQqkKqyy5xQ-xcb8K4oZasiM42f9rjToOVICOnjF9E_5xwaNKLrJOOXEG2JATOTIztKAhSs9AFXso2bAMDFyxuqvyZ0ACggHH48cGdNs6/s1600-h/untitled.bmp"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5293434489304099298" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 385px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 385px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEisl3rBDjgg4ZOgMThRVriNGjTndqcjBeujXs_ZQqkKqyy5xQ-xcb8K4oZasiM42f9rjToOVICOnjF9E_5xwaNKLrJOOXEG2JATOTIztKAhSs9AFXso2bAMDFyxuqvyZ0ACggHH48cGdNs6/s400/untitled.bmp" border="0" /></a><br /><div align="justify"><span style="font-family:times new roman;font-size:85%;">Dining in New York City, is a hardcover collection of New York City's 40 most highly-rated restaurants. Created and designed by Dutch photographer Jan Bartelsman, the book is both a comprehensive fine dining restaurant guide and a beautiful pictorial of New York City's top restaurants and chefs. The book highlights culinary luminaries from Tribeca pioneers David and Karen Waltuck, to rising star April Bloomfield as well as 3 star Michelin chefs Eric Ripert and Jean Goerge Vongerichten.</span></div><br /><div align="justify"><span style="font-family:times new roman;font-size:85%;">The 256 pages are interspersed with articles by noted food writers such as Vogue's Jeffrey Steingarten. A few of the selected restaurants include Degustation Wine & Tasting Bar, Del Posto, Devi, The Modern, Nobu and Per Se.</span> </div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1703389551909155285.post-31347786599374943572009-01-20T12:19:00.006-05:002009-01-20T12:31:46.290-05:00The chic-onomic update on Outnet<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiyspvdYAgmILrbFht9zuO6ZcHCEPljGLp2I_jaZ78dqX92UzqBEpLRbE3y1CFWYyi1GIy-llQEINxu6SbLgrh-kDvrx4oZBKdpN7X6ruAduEBpUZt6Ynra0f8tdtWrmPJeVtzUUqaZ3vsd/s1600-h/net-a-porter-sale-shoes.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5293429841090153858" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 400px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 257px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiyspvdYAgmILrbFht9zuO6ZcHCEPljGLp2I_jaZ78dqX92UzqBEpLRbE3y1CFWYyi1GIy-llQEINxu6SbLgrh-kDvrx4oZBKdpN7X6ruAduEBpUZt6Ynra0f8tdtWrmPJeVtzUUqaZ3vsd/s400/net-a-porter-sale-shoes.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><div><span style="font-family:times new roman;font-size:85%;">There is good and bad news about Net-a-porter's new Outnet outlet store. The clothes on the new site will not be stale merchandise but all new stock ordered by department stores that never made it to the shelves because of over ordering. Therefore, all the new clothes from the season’s runways, are up 80% off. The bad news? The site was scheduled to launch in early February, however it has been pushed to an April launch. ....Sigh</span> </div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1703389551909155285.post-30079261645699708062009-01-20T12:02:00.003-05:002009-01-20T12:11:02.689-05:00Michelle Obama's Inauguration Dress by Toledo<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhXjHMRQxEgKEG0xfMx7Y4c6vEw3FRnLWxoM7kxSUTTljxNA0sA2pHbVU5XyXsIf7ueATuHDmwGJRAu0MVjM0jW9JdcxahL6xCQdJh6j4_I9zLwbvskPAgox7h2Ep8GC2plBncxREzhY_OO/s1600-h/original.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5293422854703996386" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 298px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 400px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhXjHMRQxEgKEG0xfMx7Y4c6vEw3FRnLWxoM7kxSUTTljxNA0sA2pHbVU5XyXsIf7ueATuHDmwGJRAu0MVjM0jW9JdcxahL6xCQdJh6j4_I9zLwbvskPAgox7h2Ep8GC2plBncxREzhY_OO/s400/original.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><div align="center"><span style="font-family:times new roman;font-size:85%;">Michelle Obama looks particularly put together on this special day in a pale yellow gown and matching jacket by designer Isabel Toledo...wonder if Oscar de la Renta will be worn tonight?</span></div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1703389551909155285.post-256066122918153782009-01-16T18:20:00.002-05:002009-01-16T18:31:29.766-05:00Haute Restaurant of Week: Ruby's<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhiYvvK80Ya9WVoDHH_o9bdYSif3dNkM7jNwBzGFTAvBsPZ06Go4Y8sb6gpCNczpiImeggTk5wN2Ll1p-0sNGKYEme1u04QKol_iV-uK_KrgGBYwngOOKv4l1c-1fWFNpfz5IE4nF-2JwKg/s1600-h/1rubys.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5292038088112881218" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 395px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 375px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhiYvvK80Ya9WVoDHH_o9bdYSif3dNkM7jNwBzGFTAvBsPZ06Go4Y8sb6gpCNczpiImeggTk5wN2Ll1p-0sNGKYEme1u04QKol_iV-uK_KrgGBYwngOOKv4l1c-1fWFNpfz5IE4nF-2JwKg/s400/1rubys.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><div align="justify"><span style="font-family:times new roman;font-size:85%;">A tiny yet salient staple to the Nolita neighborhood is Ruby's café, an Australian bistro that doubles as a girl about town hotspot, owned by Aussie natives Nick Mathers, who recently opened Kingswood and Lincoln Pilcher. Beneath the bare bone structure of the five communal picnic tables and exposed brick walls, lays a captivating crowd of DNA and Elite model darlings; along with flourishing downtown artists. The small space is conducive to the charm of this down under hideaway, with an expansive brunch-and-dinner menu featuring Aussie indulgences from the east- coast.</span></div><br /><div align="justify"><span style="font-family:times new roman;font-size:85%;"></span></div><br /><div align="justify"><span style="font-family:times new roman;font-size:85%;">The menu dabbles in delightful salads such as the Pumpkin with baby spinach, pine nuts and caramelized balsamic dressing but the heart of Ruby's fare is the true-blue Australian burger which keeps the crowds at large and consistently waiting for a space at the multiparty table. Choose between The Bronte, The Bondi, The Bluey and The Whaley, for a very unique and even decadent take on a traditional burger, try the Aussie burger, complete with ground beef mixed with chopped peppers, then topped with a fried egg, beet slices, and roasted pineapple.</span></div><br /><div align="justify"><span style="font-family:times new roman;font-size:85%;">In the mornings when burgers are just not an option, enjoy the Sunday Style Section of the New York Times with a Flat White –none too foamy version of a latte, and a warm bowl of the succulent oatmeal topped with fruit for a conventional Aussie "brekky".</span></div><br /><div align="justify"><span style="font-family:times new roman;font-size:85%;"></span></div><br /><div align="justify"><span style="font-family:times new roman;font-size:85%;">The constant flurry of Nolita regulars denotes the notion that the people who dine here may suffer from Tall Poppy Syndrome. However, the relaxed atmosphere of Ruby's assures one to check their pretentions at the door. </span></div><br /><div align="justify"><span style="font-family:times new roman;font-size:85%;"></span></div><br /><div align="justify"><span style="font-family:times new roman;font-size:85%;">RUBY's 219 Mulberry St between Prince & Spring St. Hours Daily: 9am-11pm. Cash only</span></div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1703389551909155285.post-16698355483294837112009-01-12T22:12:00.005-05:002009-01-12T22:18:55.641-05:00A new but predictable face for Vogue<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg3oV3zi4QHRRgfLiiANUXv2Ahzk04tfty9VPeGL1xgLPA387ZVGMsFgyQ0YKSiag_CBKstxjuifTJlfVtZGrrDcdPrGoXk1WyAeB8WOirxj61KD91lYRRMEU_A3nTDoGjF2a-8Uwdx4Ibh/s1600-h/blake+lively+serena+van+der+woodsen+gossip+girl+february+vogue+cover.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 283px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg3oV3zi4QHRRgfLiiANUXv2Ahzk04tfty9VPeGL1xgLPA387ZVGMsFgyQ0YKSiag_CBKstxjuifTJlfVtZGrrDcdPrGoXk1WyAeB8WOirxj61KD91lYRRMEU_A3nTDoGjF2a-8Uwdx4Ibh/s400/blake+lively+serena+van+der+woodsen+gossip+girl+february+vogue+cover.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5290610975619028578" /></a><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:'times new roman';"><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style=" ;font-size:13px;">Here's a new starlet to add to the rotation of Vogue cover girls...none other than Gossip Girl's (super saturated, seen on every magazine cover) Blake Lively. We really need some high fashion on these American Editorial Covers.</span><br /></div></span>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1703389551909155285.post-66643680680398332402009-01-12T15:38:00.004-05:002009-01-12T16:56:25.740-05:00ICP celebrates the year of Fashion photography<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjwatyE1t6TWeGK_LAcEiRgXBkQN12DfglE6isaFu5fBvho20wsQeBGcGT8tLwjOVniBx_oQ1IieeZUGte0PiFZ2OUWN9V2eMOVrJLATOenzIrtcjp8OLcfmczWOOf7VgFywl7c2ETMTFcZ/s1600-h/voguenip0507futurecvrhx2.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 305px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjwatyE1t6TWeGK_LAcEiRgXBkQN12DfglE6isaFu5fBvho20wsQeBGcGT8tLwjOVniBx_oQ1IieeZUGte0PiFZ2OUWN9V2eMOVrJLATOenzIrtcjp8OLcfmczWOOf7VgFywl7c2ETMTFcZ/s400/voguenip0507futurecvrhx2.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5290528994148239842" /></a><br /><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'times new roman';"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">Thursday January 15Th a press Preview will be held in honour of vintage pictorial photographers as well as new and upcoming fashion photographers. </span></span></div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'times new roman';"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><br /></span></span><div> </div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'times new roman';"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><br /></span></span><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'times new roman';"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">The five exhibits will include: </span></span></div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'times new roman';"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><br /></span></span><div> </div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'times new roman';"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><br /></span></span><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'times new roman';"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">Edward Steichen: In High Fashion</span></span></div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'times new roman';"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><br /></span></span><div> </div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'times new roman';"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><br /></span></span><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'times new roman';"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">The Condé Nast Years, 1923-1937</span></span></div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'times new roman';"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><br /></span></span><div> </div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'times new roman';"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><br /></span></span><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'times new roman';"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">Weird Beauty: Fashion Photography Now</span></span></div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'times new roman';"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><br /></span></span><div> </div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'times new roman';"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><br /></span></span><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'times new roman';"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">This Is Not a Fashion </span></span></div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'times new roman';"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><br /></span></span><div> </div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'times new roman';"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><br /></span></span><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'times new roman';"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">Photograph Munkacsi’s Lost Archive</span></span></div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'times new roman';"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><br /></span></span><div> </div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'times new roman';"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><br /></span></span><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'times new roman';"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">Images by more than forty of the most innovative photographers working in the fashion industry today will be on view in Weird Beauty: Fashion Photography Now, To highlight the original context of these photographs, this exhibition will feature hundreds of tear sheets, along with approximately twenty original photographic prints, and online media. </span></span></div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'times new roman';"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><br /></span></span><div> </div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'times new roman';"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><br /></span></span><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'times new roman';"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">The Exhibition will be available for viewing at 1133 Avenue of the Americas at 43rd Street from January 16th through May 3rd at the International center of Photography. </span></span></div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1703389551909155285.post-84380847201746602742009-01-12T15:15:00.009-05:002009-01-12T15:32:37.861-05:00Reem Acra wins "Best Dresses" for Golden Globes<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi9HHeVvNIureM28veaptPKo3yY-qgIbsoMrR49alzGGypTxjXfutFpWmEujZQLagggBW6e2DOteYbkdkj728SnDUy9M5KABBDefm_D1qcQuf7_KAHYNoeLnpFFXVh5OpQd63_15PyFmF1T/s1600-h/47m.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5290506488437720066" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 267px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 400px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi9HHeVvNIureM28veaptPKo3yY-qgIbsoMrR49alzGGypTxjXfutFpWmEujZQLagggBW6e2DOteYbkdkj728SnDUy9M5KABBDefm_D1qcQuf7_KAHYNoeLnpFFXVh5OpQd63_15PyFmF1T/s400/47m.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEirsPkvTi4CrPiXGYX-o18sijEIqwukrhE_SbiPVWwAFZybem7OJDQQdRWUTyiSPin3UlkuwBROJPYHz86v3l78ecsnFf-htitFbXql3Wl52pz4t27S4TMRm9EWuGysllUHdGcMETcVrihD/s1600-h/55m.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5290505148962271122" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 267px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 400px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEirsPkvTi4CrPiXGYX-o18sijEIqwukrhE_SbiPVWwAFZybem7OJDQQdRWUTyiSPin3UlkuwBROJPYHz86v3l78ecsnFf-htitFbXql3Wl52pz4t27S4TMRm9EWuGysllUHdGcMETcVrihD/s400/55m.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><br /><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgth-JRfbs95p9YNWNYgDZ9P9AYue_XTOeoPEBORecJtN-A6iWqZCw0YWaSGAmFBfkD4lnj84Rgph3LIP16ZS_F60ts8SzLE1GDq0FuP-WCUth6-1LsmfWTKfWymzQGP5ql4NeRCvvwE_H0/s1600-h/21m.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5290504671603634114" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 267px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 400px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgth-JRfbs95p9YNWNYgDZ9P9AYue_XTOeoPEBORecJtN-A6iWqZCw0YWaSGAmFBfkD4lnj84Rgph3LIP16ZS_F60ts8SzLE1GDq0FuP-WCUth6-1LsmfWTKfWymzQGP5ql4NeRCvvwE_H0/s400/21m.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><br /><br /><div align="center"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEja1aGRJOaNTR08zaz45oRFx8atfh6YVIzPwQ6CM1Tf1PWgZgBD_fPgfGZlRca42r1Jc03dLoK-nbK8gCIUY4s3BQ8fjyDWSdoris11z3jffgLFi2ZBYkxs38tjGZz1W3T324gTRehuM3Z0/s1600-h/44m.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5290504334151718226" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 267px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 400px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEja1aGRJOaNTR08zaz45oRFx8atfh6YVIzPwQ6CM1Tf1PWgZgBD_fPgfGZlRca42r1Jc03dLoK-nbK8gCIUY4s3BQ8fjyDWSdoris11z3jffgLFi2ZBYkxs38tjGZz1W3T324gTRehuM3Z0/s400/44m.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><br /><br /><br /><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiWqGocYiVEyqQaBn4ReGvQQ26VN11-TEhyphenhyphenVFpfIqrbC4Rr7ioFTMJojBR8-OHLdKNnlPQl1FUzckZ6bSHNHGoNqql2LySLWnmw1-ClEs0BErsFp6pINWac0buCkZE_m-1DNV3jtUPTvIja/s1600-h/60m.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5290503428817025154" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 267px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 400px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiWqGocYiVEyqQaBn4ReGvQQ26VN11-TEhyphenhyphenVFpfIqrbC4Rr7ioFTMJojBR8-OHLdKNnlPQl1FUzckZ6bSHNHGoNqql2LySLWnmw1-ClEs0BErsFp6pINWac0buCkZE_m-1DNV3jtUPTvIja/s400/60m.jpg" border="0" /></a></div><br /><span style="font-size:85%;">Our pick for the three out of the Five best dressed starlets of the night wore Reem Acra.</span><br /><span style="font-family:times new roman;font-size:85%;"></span></div><div align="center"><span style="font-family:times new roman;font-size:85%;"></span> </div><div align="center"><span style="font-family:times new roman;font-size:85%;">Rumer Willis, in Reem Acra with Neil Lane jewels<br /><br /></div></span><div align="center"><span style="font-family:times new roman;font-size:85%;">Megan Fox, in Ralph Lauren Collection with Amrapali jewels</span></div><div align="center"><br /></div><div align="center"><span style="font-family:times new roman;font-size:85%;">Eva Longoria Parker, in Reem Acra with Verdura jewels and a Swarovski clutch </span></div><div align="center"><br /></div><div align="center"><span style="font-family:times new roman;font-size:85%;">Olivia Wilde, in Reem Acra with Van Cleef & Arpels jewels </span></div><div align="center"><br /></div><div align="center"><span style="font-family:times new roman;font-size:85%;">Renée Zellweger, in Carolina Herrera with Verdura jewels</span> </div><div align="center"><br /><br /><br /><br /></div><div align="center"><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><div></div></div></div></div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1703389551909155285.post-7381474128531910282009-01-12T13:58:00.003-05:002009-01-12T15:11:32.052-05:00Saving Anna<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEghuxuT_rYvTAW0yyh5MvpLADcsq-TgnW9zVgHJHrRi4Q03lR-KsYpYtY5of0L0x8sTJcQdW4silebnp-TR9KIAbLhcgbWaOqT_KQ4HmWXsTOH4peuNz9Yh_ipvUAEqSqPJSypgaUO1UrKS/s1600-h/74_both.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5290499265043836450" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 400px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 267px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEghuxuT_rYvTAW0yyh5MvpLADcsq-TgnW9zVgHJHrRi4Q03lR-KsYpYtY5of0L0x8sTJcQdW4silebnp-TR9KIAbLhcgbWaOqT_KQ4HmWXsTOH4peuNz9Yh_ipvUAEqSqPJSypgaUO1UrKS/s400/74_both.jpg" border="0" /></a> <span style="font-family:times new roman;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><em>SAVE ANNA!<br />TOGETHER WE CAN MAKE A DIFFERENCE</em>.<br />That is the slogan that Christopher Lee Sauve is promoting along with his new "save Anna"<br />T-Shirts available for purchase online and in-store at:<br /></span></span><a href="http://www.sevennewyork.com/"><span style="font-family:times new roman;font-size:85%;">SEVEN NEW YORK</span></a><span style="font-family:times new roman;font-size:85%;"> or 110 Mercer street<br />What are we saving Anna From? Are we saving her from how repetitive and mundane her Magazine has become? Or that she may be replaced by Corinne Rotfeld? Very Unlikely..but the tee's are fun to wear none-the-less.</span>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1703389551909155285.post-55351170289686346202009-01-12T13:47:00.002-05:002009-01-12T13:51:05.467-05:00Albright Fashion Library Sample Sale<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEioGYoZrK7EW_cLEWe8iQgl3K5WuaVIyOblALoEKVdEaU_JCXMj9m_PBA9HNSskdR6be9w-Kh5Duol5orYJy5vg4If9C4Q5iWd1tHbCGxE_VkZ_0-d3VFkHGM37WgYWPGEu9IaRp4US5g5s/s1600-h/00140m.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5290481376479401026" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 267px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 400px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEioGYoZrK7EW_cLEWe8iQgl3K5WuaVIyOblALoEKVdEaU_JCXMj9m_PBA9HNSskdR6be9w-Kh5Duol5orYJy5vg4If9C4Q5iWd1tHbCGxE_VkZ_0-d3VFkHGM37WgYWPGEu9IaRp4US5g5s/s400/00140m.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><div align="center"><span style="font-family:times new roman;font-size:85%;">If you are in the mood for romantic chiffon gowns, A-line shifts, and beaded bejeweled details for up to 90 percent off then your in luck. The Albright library hosted by Irene Albright is featuring designers from Alberta Ferretti, chloe, Lanvin and Christian Dior all at deeply discounted prices.<br />32 Cooper Sq., at 5th St. (212-253-5894); Tues.–Sat. (11–6), Sun. (noon–6)</span></div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1703389551909155285.post-28285611706631254082009-01-08T19:16:00.002-05:002009-01-08T19:22:26.133-05:00Haute Restaurant of the Week: Boqueria<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgc91Ye3J5RTesmliFXZ2wqXSZ5t-WT5SzPNchci_Uf6TD8HT2X3tI7lQ1BnuFq-zikhFCHSRnozyDBvs6zr1ti9-JqKIBbpDIUtc2OcXMdzMihnPKczle83pWGW76y06YL50rfFGNQWKYn/s1600-h/2109299371_8607da1738.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5289082440207999586" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 266px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 400px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgc91Ye3J5RTesmliFXZ2wqXSZ5t-WT5SzPNchci_Uf6TD8HT2X3tI7lQ1BnuFq-zikhFCHSRnozyDBvs6zr1ti9-JqKIBbpDIUtc2OcXMdzMihnPKczle83pWGW76y06YL50rfFGNQWKYn/s400/2109299371_8607da1738.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><div><span style="font-family:times new roman;font-size:85%;">January can be somewhat of an ominous month, the holidays have come to an end, debt has accumulated from festive spending and it's the dead of winter. Of course, throughout the holidays there has also been the over indulgence of fluffy desserts, Cornish hens, spiced egg nog, latkas and everything in between. This is why we have come up with the ideal solution to cure your post December woes. How about a little trip to Barcelona? Or at least a boca grande restaurant that is inspired by the Spanish capital. </span><br /><span style="font-family:times new roman;font-size:85%;"></span><br /><span style="font-family:times new roman;font-size:85%;">Surrounding the famous Boqueria market in Barcelona is a profusion of cafés, bars and small restaurants where buyers and sellers can indulge in their appetites and chat amongst friends. Owner of Suba, Yann De Roachefort and Chef Seamus Mullen brought this simple yet exceptional idea to New York, appropriately naming their venture, Boqueria. The fresh market food experience is all about unique bite size ingredients mixed with collective drinking and bliss. Choose among petite tapas or raciones which are elaborate dishes served in portions, allowing guests to create a meal with a variety of dishes rather than committing to just one dish. </span><br /><span style="font-family:times new roman;font-size:85%;"></span><br /><span style="font-family:times new roman;font-size:85%;">The sleek rich interior and velvety neutral tones of marble and burlap is juxtaposed by the passionate flare of the Spanish and is reflected in each dish. The ensalada de Hino jo Gambas/ shaved fennel citrus, avocado and marinated rock shrimp, would be considered a clash of taste and texture to some but to Boqueria, it is a natural succession to the perfect dish. </span><br /><span style="font-family:times new roman;font-size:85%;"></span><br /><span style="font-family:times new roman;font-size:85%;">A flourishing crowd of young artists, writers and creative director's alike pile into the communal tables and high bar stools, for adventures in cod fritters, Catalan style pork sausage and fried quail eggs. The wine list features regional Spanish wines and a selection of sparkling, Rosa's and sherries. </span><br /><span style="font-family:times new roman;font-size:85%;"></span><br /><span style="font-family:times new roman;font-size:85%;">The prefect antidote to cure your January lethargies is to book your dinner destination to Soho or the flatiron district where your jaunt in Spanish splendor awaits.</span><br /><span style="font-family:times new roman;font-size:85%;"></span><br /><span style="font-family:times new roman;font-size:85%;">Locations: 53 W. 19th Street 212-255-4160 , 171 Spring Street 212-343-4255</span><br /><span style="font-family:times new roman;font-size:85%;">Hours: Sun-Thu, noon-midnight; Fri-Sat, noon-2am</span><br /><span style="font-family:times new roman;font-size:85%;">Reservations: Not Accepted</span></div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1703389551909155285.post-89510848827958558022009-01-08T19:04:00.004-05:002009-01-08T19:13:03.184-05:00Peter Som Will not be showing this fashion week...among other Catastrophes<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjGLnSFp-FjBiIlY33nnguObFgraTLeHbFrqmvc7ZpeSTm3m612Jaw2h21Oy-eBhujPhPASUS9Wgp2itTGKnQSyU7OeCX9HSFGoVdPaEhtBi_Wj8ZWK7gq47redRvgb3b2pJznzu-KEyhDM/s1600-h/2845325725_ec7bbecc92.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5289079155610568626" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 394px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 400px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjGLnSFp-FjBiIlY33nnguObFgraTLeHbFrqmvc7ZpeSTm3m612Jaw2h21Oy-eBhujPhPASUS9Wgp2itTGKnQSyU7OeCX9HSFGoVdPaEhtBi_Wj8ZWK7gq47redRvgb3b2pJznzu-KEyhDM/s400/2845325725_ec7bbecc92.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><div><span style="font-family:times new roman;font-size:85%;">This New Year is certainly the bearer of bad news it seems, first Bill Blass closes its door then Obedient sons, now Peter Som will not be showing at Fashion Week. Earlier today news came that the designer has been forced to cancel his fall 2009 Fashion Week show after splitting with Creative Design Studios, a division of Lord & Taylor LLC. The companies teamed up less than a year and a half ago. WWD reports:<br /><br />“We have realized that our strategic interests are no longer aligned and feel that this is the best direction for our company at this time,” Elana Posner, who co-owns Peter Som, Inc. with the namesake designer and serves as the company's chief executive officer and president, said.<br /><br />…“Peter’s talent is enormous but the realities of today’s marketplace have forced us to reevaluate all of our strategic partnerships," said Susan Davidson, CEO of Creative Design Studios. "We need to focus all of our resources on our core businesses — Lord & Taylor and The Bay department stores.”<br /></span></div><br /><div><span style="font-family:times new roman;font-size:85%;">What next? “New York Look” won’t be publishing their biannual Fall 2009 Fashion week edition? Oh wait! they aren’t, due to a downtown in print ads… This recession is getting atrocious!</span></div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1703389551909155285.post-43349292223857571982009-01-07T14:34:00.006-05:002009-01-07T14:40:55.861-05:00Anna's penciled in for the Sundance Schedule<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEijY7DGe4aXrHaGm3kG9RBR9y3zn32NFJAH8SgPTCaxYcu3axwfCi8AnfFudW3P9Wl37NZtgZj8srupYDiCXWNsSTvXvHIIJKqnb4km8KRWUNNC-_ZceL81pW7ejUleMmIMxq2_OU3exJFu/s1600-h/septissue_large.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5288638765388675906" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 400px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 225px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEijY7DGe4aXrHaGm3kG9RBR9y3zn32NFJAH8SgPTCaxYcu3axwfCi8AnfFudW3P9Wl37NZtgZj8srupYDiCXWNsSTvXvHIIJKqnb4km8KRWUNNC-_ZceL81pW7ejUleMmIMxq2_OU3exJFu/s400/septissue_large.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><div><span style="font-family:times new roman;font-size:85%;">It's True! The September Issue is slated to premiere at the Sundance Film Festival.</span></div><br /><div><span style="font-family:times new roman;font-size:85%;">There will be six showings of this incredible documentary about the September 2007 issue of Vogue magazine, which weighed nearly five pounds, and was the single largest issue of a magazine ever published. With unprecedented access, The September Issue, directed and produced by R.J. Cutler, tells the story of legendary Vogue editor in chief Anna Wintour and her larger-than-life team of editors creating the issue and ruling the world of fashion. cant wait to see!</span></div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0