Karl Lagerfeld to Launch a Line For Macy's

Yup, you heard me correctly. Mr. Chanel/Fendi will be reprising his role as low priced clothing creator (a la 2004 when he did so for H&M), but this time for Macy's. Come Fall 2011  the massive retailer will carry everything from jeans to gowns for this new capsule collection. The price points have yet to be said publicly, but I am sure they are equal to that of a RACHEL Rachel Roy line (also exclusive to Macy's).

Who knew the white haired genius would branch away from his Haute Couture to appease the masses? I for one am hoping we creates a pair of his signature shades to sell in stores.

InStyle Launches StyleFind.com

It seems InStyle is the latest fashion authority to create a multi retailer/brand site where shoppers can create personal portfolios that enables the site to send emails and updates of products they feel the consumer will be drawn to. Much like ShopStyle and Google's Boutique.com, InStyle will get a profit from sales when it has been referred from StyleFind.com.

If I am being completely honest I kind of feel like this is old news, ya know? I bet there is more room for companies to make money based on this business model, but from the point of view of the consumer, I just don't really get it... There are so many sites just like this that I feel it is over saturated... Maybe I am the only one, or maybe I work above one of the best department stores in California and therefore am jaded, but I am holding firm to the idea that we simply do not need another site like this.

WWD turns 100

In a 320 page magazine, WWD proves why it has been around for 100 years. The luxurious  publication celebrates all that encompasses fashion and it's major players. I also love to see the retailers, designers and other style companies who celebrate this anniversary with advertisements. They are all different and unique, which in total bring together the best in the business. No shock I am sure, my personal favorite is Kate Spade's congratulations ad. Oh, and if the magazine itself is not enough to quench your thirst, Karen Elson sang Happy Birthday at the party thrown in early November in New York. Would have liked to been a fly on the wall for that one...

Vogue's Best Dressed

So I have a bone to pick with someone at Vogue. Be it Anna, Andre or Caroline Palmer at Vogue.com, I don't really care, but one of them needs to call me ASAP. Why you ask? Why am I so infuriated with their staff as of late? Well, one reason and one reason only, the results for the Best Dressed list from 2010.

So I get it. Blake Lively is the best dressed female of the year. This is fine with me, by no means am I jumping out off my chair, but I will give it to them as the safe and easy Best Dressed Female. As for their #4 choice of Jessica Biel I am in complete and utter shock. Simply because J.Biel has the best accessory of all time, one Justin Timberlake, does not make her well dressed. And can I say something else? What is Jessica famous for and good at? She is a terrible actress and pretty much just annoying. So, really Vogue, really?

In addition to Blake and Jessica you have the obvious choices of Sarah Jessica Parker, Michelle Obama and Alexa Chung. The only one who is kind of out of the ordinary is Marion Colltiard, but since I agree I will let this subject rest. But do we notice another trend in this list of names? They were all on the cover of Vogue at some point this year!  I mean is that part of the deal? Where is someone like Camilla Belle, or Frieda Pinto? What about some super models on the list?! I mean, Karlie Kloss, Natalia Vodianova. Where are they?

Sssh. I simply do not understand this list. But I guess I never understand anything that is finished off by Lady Gaga...

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Say it ain't so. Y'all, I had no idea this look was even possible. It's like Adam Lambert and Aubrey O'Day had a love child with no teeth.

Black Friday

Alright, so you all know I love me some shopping. I live for it, I dream about it, I buy things constantly. Yet, I cannot wrap my head around the idea of Black Friday (at least not without a glass of wine or two). This year my beloved employer (and the one from whom I get so many amazing deals from) is opening at 4am. 4AM! People, at 4am the day after Thanksgiving I still want to be 1. Asleep, 2. Full, 3. A little hungover and 4. ASLEEP!


Who on God's green Earth is getting up at said hour to buy some things on sale? People, Macy's has sales all year long. The toaster they are making you think is only on sale on Black Friday for $19.99.... lies! I got it in August for the same price. So do yourself a favor and sleep in, nurse the too much turkey/red wine headache and then hit the gym. That is where you can better work out your aggression.

His and Hers at your local Kohl's

Coming 2011 there will be muy caliente ropa (or something like that) in Kohl's department stores when J.Lo and Marc Anthony launch their clothing collections. The Jennifer Lopez Collection, and Marc Anhtony's (yet to be titled) line will hit stores next fall. If the above picture has any indication of what will be hanging on the racks, I may have my Halloween costume for 2011 lined up! Zoro and Catherine Zeta-Jones' character from Zoro anyone? Arriba!

Google continues to take over the world....

Maps, calendars, pictures, email, blogs, even You Tube. Our lives are consumed with Google products so much so that I for one would not know how to function without them. And then they went and they gosh darn did it, they added fashion and retail to their catalog of products.

And only these Silicon Valley geniuses could create something even more important than just a "regular" shopping website, Boutiques.com is created specifically to its user. So for instance, when I began this process of making my page they showed me several images of celebrities and models in clohting and you simply said which look fit your style more. After about 20 or so images they gathered an answer as to your style. For me it was such:

Romantic
Dreamy designer dresses play a starring role in your fashion fantasies. You are drawn to feminine silhouettes. Flirty florals and retro-inspired prints embellish your everyday looks. Ladylike accessories provide the final touch to your Romantic signature style. Your closet is full of color but approached with an editor's eye for timeless elegance. You appreciate the dynasties built by the world's most coveted fashion houses.

Which, let's be honest, is perfect. I mean is there a day I do not wear "flirty florals"? Even it is not overtly seen, let me promise you, it is somewhere on my body.

Next they take you through a list of shapes, colors, shoes, accessories you love and loathe and then finally, you pick your designers.

Well, well, well. It has been 5 minutes, and I am hooked. Seriously, stop reading this and sign yourself up. Stat!

 

That Baby is going to be BANANAS!

Rachel Zoe, celebrity stylist and reality television star, has confirmed via Twitter that she is, in fact, with child! For those who watch her ridiculously addicting show, The Rachel Zoe Project, you know this was a large issue between her and husband Rodger (Rodg). He has wanted a baby, she is too into her career, he tells her to stop being so into her career, she continues to take on more clients and projects, he feels she does not want a baby, etc, etc, etc. But now, no more fighting! They are having a little RZ! I die.

CFDA/Vogue Fashion Fund

Billy Reid was just announced the winner of the CFDA/Vogue Fashion Fund for 2010, and let me say, his styling on Chance Crawford at the event certainly merits a win. Wowza!

But in all seriousness, everyone was looking very swell at the event. I personally thought Miss Carey Mulligan out did herself in Chanel Haute Couture. But then again, I don't think there is a time when Carey looks bad, so go figure! The fashion presence was overwhelming as was the amazing cause. Nothing starts the Holiday Season of parties and gatherings quite like the CFDA/Vogue Fashion Fund! Cheers and congrats to Mr. Reid!