Wear these and you might eat a tin can:

read the article here.

Santa Hat: The IT Accessory (lie.)

Better scurry- they're selling like figgy pudding!

Paris Hilton

Tara Reid

Li-Lo

Jessica Simpson

Heidi Klum

Christmas Time is Here: Stylish Nifty Gifties

Practical? Check. Fashionable? Kind of. Worth buying? I think so.

Festive Slipper Booties

For your friends who live in Brooklyn... might I suggest this:

Fun for dinner parties, brunches, etc. Love it.

For your friend who loves tea and Twitter:

The best of both worlds.

If they love NARS as much as I do:

In honor of NARS’ 15th anniversary, Founder and Creative Director Francois Nars collaborated with 15 celebrities to create NARS 15x15, a book of portraits that he both shot and styled. Tastemakers such as a Marc Jacobs, Daphne Guinness, Issabella Rossellini, Shalom Harlow, and Olivier Theyskens appear in the collection of photographs, both as guest editors and creators.


More Ideas to come...

Heinous: SNUGGIE AT FASHION WEEK???

Oh no they didn't:

That's what I call, uh-uh.

Granted, I do actually want a Snuggie.

I do not, however, want to see a Snuggie anywhere NEAR a runway... or near a dog that looks like a rat.

Then again, I do not want to see dogs that look like rats anywhere. Just like I do not want to see this [see below] anywhere:

Animal prints do not make this product OK to put on a runway!

I want to see the Snuggie where it belongs- on T.V. or at Staples.

And I am right. Because I say so.

SEEN... Van's Vietnamese

Parlez-vous francais?

Some (Personal) Selections for Spring/Summer

BCBG (in both black and white- if you love something, always get it in multiple colors if you can!), Free People, Random mannequin whose "outfit" I love... and would wear everyday- for who can resist a tutu???

SEEN... at the bus stop

IT Accessory: Headbands

"Headbands are the new hats."

HEINOUS: Designers, WHY???

Laying in bed last night, reading Elle, I came upon something completely and totally disturbing. Though it is widely known that fashion trends recycle themselves every 20 years or so, I was alarmed to find that the "it" looks for Spring include HAREM PANTS and SHOULDER PADS. WHY, GOD, WHY???

Harem pants may be able to pass on the runway, but in REAL life? No. They never work. Except for maybe a few people in NYC.

And shoulder pads? No. Absolutely not. Maybe I'm being close-minded about these recycled '80s trends, but really. Come on now. These are SHOULDER PADS! And HAREM PANTS.

1. I do not want to look like MC Hammer.
2. I do not want to look like a linebacker.

I would to prefer to come off as feminine and dainty. Luckily, other Spring 2009 looks include: bralets, animal print dresses, bondage dresses, and crop tops...????

Designers, I am not impressed. You have failed me.

Oh, and you can wear pajama pants on the street now- so long as you pair it with a structured top and statement necklace.

Edie Sedgwick: Still a Legend

Edie Sedgwick gets a lip gloss, courtesy of Armour beauty.

In the early '90s, LORAC founder Carol Shaw named her lipsticks after Hollywood clients of her makeup salon. There was Claire (as in Danes) and Jennifer (as in Aniston), plus Lisa (Kudrow), Julia (Roberts), and Gwyneth (you get it).

Now rocker-turned-makeup-queen Theo Kogan borrows the idea with Armour Beauty, her new line of eco glosses. "We just named the lip glosses after everyone we tried to dress like in high school," she laughed. "So there's Barracuda for Ann and Nancy Wilson and Nirvana for Courtney Love..."

"We knew there was a need for color that could last through anything - a show, an after party, an all-nighter," explains Theo, "But we also didn't want women to put tons of chemicals on their faces." Which explains why Armour is committed to eco-fueled, cruelty free ingredients.

"You can't do a rock show with just lip gloss," grins Theo. "You need eyeliner, eye shadow, glitter, hair stuff... I mean, I want it all!"
--FARAN KRENTCIL

Armour Lip Color finally available at Wonderland Beauty in NYC, or on their website.

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I purchased the Edie gloss... and suffice it say, it is fab.

Lovin' Lenka

OMG. The dress. The hair. The set. The trumpets. I'm obsessed.

SEEN: Downtown House Party

wine + blazer+ hair + eclectic jewelry= perfection

Spring's Naughty Nudes

Clockwise: Philip Lim, Bottega Veneta, Giambattista Vallie, and Donna Karan.

Experts suggest that when wearing a "nude," to choose one a shade darker or lighter than your natural skin tone.

The Gushing Groomswoman

On 10/10/09, I will have the pleasure of being a groomswoman to one of my very best friends. And though these haven't been approved by anyone in the wedding party... and though they are completely out of my price range, below are some of my favorites. Mind you, none of these gowns will compare to my speech.

(those not shown in black would have to be in black for the actual wedding)











The first two dresses are Vera Wang, the third is by Badgley Mischka.

My wedding, however, would undoubtedly look something like this:

Best Buy: BOBBI BROWN MAKEUP MANUAL

"For Everyone from Beginner to Pro."

Truth. The essential makeup guide- great colors, great application tips, and great "need to know" basics.

And who doesn't love Bobbi Brown?

It's That Time Again...

...Time for a Metroland fashion issue! Clearly, I was not consulted... though they did manage to pull two pieces worthy of my approval... one Free People tunic (left) and a Ryu one-shouldered dress, both from Some Girls boutique.

Holiday Ideas: Goodies to Give and Get

1. Seven Deadly Sins Votive Set- an edgy twist to the classic votive.











2. Tarte Tres Cheek Set (Limited Edition)- colors that flatter all complexions and are delightfully convenient in size... not to mention the irresistible packaging.











3. Pylones Mini Stereo Docks- They come in a variety of colors, look like Legos, and plug into your iPod for surprisingly good sound. (I'm obsessed.)






4. Buddha Board- "A playful conduit to the art of living in the moment, this combination philosophical toy / art project gently encourages the user to value the here-and-now."













5. Clinique Happy To-Go: Solid perfume pencils in 3 scents.












6. Flowers in a Can- Pure genius, and a personal favorite.













7. Solid Gold Pen Set- Glam AND practical!

Gossip Girl

Today, at coffee:

Olivia: You remind me of Blair on Gossip Girl. She looks like you. That ugly British guy is in love with her and can't get it up for anyone else. You should start watching it.

Question: Who plays Blair?
Answer: Leighton Meester.

Maybe, on a really good day, do I look like Leighton Meester.

SEEN... On my brother: Olde Tyme Style

My brother (far left) demonstrates the charm of this era's apparel. If so inclined... one could gather fashionspiration from this classic tale...

Good Buy: Influence

Whatever your feelings are about le Olsens, I feel this book simply cannot be overlooked. I'll admit that it appears high on my Christmas list. You can find it in any bookstore, and, of course, on Amazon.

Buzz... A Very Colbert Christmas

Talk about great fashion.

Love of my life, Stephen Colbert, has merged comedy and musical goodness into one spectacular special.

Guests include: Feist, John Legend, and Elvis Costello.

Though it's already aired, Comedy Central will continue to show the program throughout the holiday season- just in case you may have missed it. You can also purchase the soundtrack on iTunes, and/or buy the DVD (now in stores).

Better yet? A portion of the proceeds go to charity.

ALERT!! MAC + Hello Kitty= FABULOUS

I've died and gone to cosmetics heaven. I'm no longer ashamed to admit my (formerly) secret Hello Kitty fetish... so what if I (hypothetically) own a Hello Kitty notepad, robe, socks...???

Now MAC has gotten on board, and I'm loving it:

“To me, MAC Hello Kitty embodies the ultimate beauty icon,” said Jennifer Balbier, senior vice president of product development for MAC Worldwide. “She’s sweet and sexy, slightly edgy, and appeals to a wide range of customers."

“MAC has been mining pop culture since the brand was founded,” said John Demsey, group president of the Estée Lauder Cos. Inc. “This is a sexy and innocent fashion line, and a true MAC moment. In these times, everyone can use a little fun — and a little Kitty.”

I couldn't agree more. The line hits stores February 12th, 2009.

THE Belt

I was never a fan of the studded belt, but for $10, I'll buy just about anything. And if Carrie Bradshaw says it's OK, well, who am I to argue?