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Silk & cotton are 2 fabrics that without we probably would just walk around naked, I know that sounds good to some people….  This posting I put together Helen Wang silk sleeveless top and this MAG by Magaschoni cotton pullover all within the same color palette.  Lets start with Helen Wang who was born in Shanghai and raised in London and discovered her flair for fashion at the tender age of 13.  Helen knew then that fashion was her calling and attended the Parson’s School of Design.  Shortly af

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Sometimes all we need is an option and I’m a firm believer in having as many of those as possible, just ask anyone of my friends, so this posting offers 2 tops with 1 bottom…  The 1st top is by 7 for All Mankind and you have to check out the second photo of this pink top so you can see how the backside was designed.  Very STYLISH indeed.  The 2nd top is by Rebecca Taylor and this little number is Sexy with a capital S.  So far what is there not to love about these 2 tops?  7 for all Mankind a

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Dawid Tomaszewski

8842907057?profile=originalThat's So New YorkDesigner, Dawid Tomaszewski graduated in the London Fashion College and the Berlin Akademie der Künste under Vivienne WestwoodThe great teacher certainly influenced him greatly in both character and the style choices throughout his career. The Spring/Summer  2011 collection sets out an extremely feminine line, characterized by architectural and well designed forms which seem entirely sculpted. Arches and twisted ovals enhance the majority of themes, and ruffles, feathers, 

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I swear I think this top should be called Dr. Feelgood because just looking at it makes me feel good.  Feelgood Paris is just a basic modern French label that caters to women that want to enter a room in STYLE.  What better STYLE of a skirt than Trina Turk to pair this top to?  If you didn’t know better you would swear I totally rigged this ensemble but I swear to you that both items came out from the Goodwill and within minutes of each other.  If I’m lying may a 1000 bolts of lightening strik

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This posting has a black Ella Moss dress, Michael Stars tee & Jill Stuart denim jacket and I put the Jill Stuart jacket over the Ella Moss which I think looks smokin’ hot.  Ella Moss uses the softest cotton fabric and every time I find a piece I always take it and run it against my face…..so soft…  I love that about Ella Moss and James Perse because they both use the softest cotton and today it’s all about comfort…. I want to talk more about Jill Stuart because she was born into the world of fa

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2 out of 3 items from this posting are brand new don’t you just love that?  Every time I find a brand new item in a thrift store I get a little verklempt.  I have a been a serial thrifter for over 28 years now and I’ve seen some amazing things inside thrift stores along my journey and I’ve got to say each time I see a designer piece with tags dangling in the wind I choke up…  It’s like finding the pot of gold at the end of the rainbow, I always like to think it’s my reward for all my hard work.

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HALSTON.....

I remember as a young man in high school in south Texas wearing Halston cologne in the 70′s and reading all the magazines that showed Halston, Andy Warhol, Bianca Jagger, DVF, Liza Minnelli, Liz Taylor and so many others partying at Studio 54.  You have no idea how much I wanted to be there and be a part of that history.  After rising in the fashion world in the 60′s as a milliner for Bergdorf Goodman (and famously Jacqueline Kennedy), Roy Halston Frowick launched his eponymous womenswear label

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I LOVE - LOVE - LOOOOVVEEEEE finding agnes b inside a thrift store…This long sleeve black agnes b cotton & silk top would look STYLISH with just about anything and yes that means even a paper bag or tow sack.  Agnes Trouble – known simply as agnes b in the fashion world has quickly grown her chic, everyday designs into an international brand, despite the label’s lack of advertising.  agnes b has maintained many of the same silhouettes that it introduced in the 70′s… agnes b has now become The A

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This ensemble is already sexy on its own but throw in the fact that I pillaged them both from the same thrift store it now become delicious!  When my hands touched the DVF sexy blouse I started to hyperventilate but then when I found the Jil Sander skirt right there on the spot I could have laid the golden egg!  I mean just how friggen lucky was I???  Together here are 2 of my favorite brands united to produce 1 enticing outfit..  What this outfit needs is a vintage 60′s Pucci velvet Jana Bag f

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We always remember our first.  The first date, kiss, ‘first time’, STD,  first hangover or concert – we always remember our first time.  I will never forget the first time I found a Cartier item, it was a briefcase or when I found a  Hermes scarf.  I remember those items and where I found them clearly as the day is long or RuPaul is tall.  Well yesterday I had 2 cherries popped which I will always remember.  My day started off by getting my very first facial at Entebello,  which was a gratifyin

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Rebecca Taylor is not just a lifeSTYLE… but a state of mind.  Urban, feminine, bold, kittenish, modern, chic, sexy and ever so cool Rebecca Taylor is probably the most famous New Zealand fashion designer that is based in New York City.  Her creativity and energy pours into her collections with inspirational references ranging from vintage (LOVE) mod books from the 60′s & 70′s to the words of music, art and entertainment.  Speaking of vintage and a blast from the past I’ve just watched Downton Ab

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I have no idea what is going on with people in this country not dressing up for a special occasion.  I’m not going to mention the holiday or restaurant but lets just say both were big… I’m having dinner with Mitch and it’s a fancy restaurant and the wait staff wore faded jeans and so did the people sitting next to us.  What in the world is going on with this country and wanting to dress up?  I mean at one time men & women dressed up to go to the grocery store – I watch Mad Men – and now people

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If you didn’t know that I was a serial thrifter and saw this ensemble you would have thought I did some shopping at Neiman Marcus or Saks…  That’s the great thing about thrifting – it not only is shopping green for your wardrobe but because you can pick up timeless pieces and incorporate them handsomely into your closet…  This posting consist of James Perse white top and Womyn green top with white lace trim, the white Joie capri pants and this classic gray Philippe Adec 3 button jacket.  All the

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Growing up in The Rio Grande Valley in south Texas my mom went out of her way to get my brother Darrell and I into hobbies.  As a little boy I collected stamps and my brother drew everything in sight and as I grew up I painted too.  Our mom just believed in being creative and having hobbies to help with the boredom we faced living in such a tiny Texas town.  Today my hobbies are blogging and hunting for recycled luxury clothing, it keeps me busy and totally entertained….. my brother is a painter

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Cynthia Rowley sexy dress….

 



It isn’t everyday I run across Cynthia Rowley while out thrifting but today was a new day…  Big fan of Cynthia Rowley especially her Fall 2011 collection… Cynthia Rowley was 7 when she constructed her first dress and so far this woman got into her car and tore off her rear view mirrow because this lady isn’t looking back!  She is a true supportor of the arts so much that she has worked with artist like Ryan McNamara,  Olaf Breuning, Nice Cave and Will Cotton, who I absolutely LOVE, on various v

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Classic Stripes

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I have the same relationship with stripes as I do with polka dots (mentioned here). Stripes, like polka dots, are a classic pattern that when worn right, can never get old or go out of style. I recently bought this vintage Nicole Miller jumper (yes, there are bike shorts built in), from a friend of mine and I've been dying to wear it. The weather lately hasn't been cooperating so
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Jean Joaillerie presents "Crazy For Coral" Inspired By "Crazy On The Couch" TV Series Which Will Be Featuring Jewellery and Jewelled Designs From My Line JEAN JOAILLRIE !

This limited edition 13 inch piece features 2 exquisite pieces of coral on a gold plated chain embellished with shades of creamy white and gold pearls.

Flanked by two brooch clips it can be used as a demi-belt,a jewelled adornment for a portable computer cover,swimwear and pareos or worn as a classic broach on a spring jacket....

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Mixing something modern with something vintage is always STYLISH just look at this posting and you’ll see what I’m talking about.  I’ve matched up this green Michael Stars tee and this black beaded DKNY vest that are new and modern and put it with this vintage Escada black skirt for that sophisticated modern fresh look.  The thing I love the most is mixing vintage with something new and it all depends on how you do it.  This black Escada skirt is a timeless treasure because you can whip this sk

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Every woman I have ever put into a Vivienne Tam piece has always fallen in love all over again… I’m not surprised in the least…  Can you just imagine putting on this sexy silk BCBG camisole for daytime and then night rolls around and you fling this Tam jacket on with your favorite disco heels and then go out and cut the town. Cut the town…  This ensemble could be the making of a paparazzi’s wet dream… Love putting these 2 brands together because they compliment each other so STYLISHLY….  STYLE

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