We all know a gal — or, ahem, happen to be a gal — with expensive taste. She's fancy, traipsing around town in Louboutins, partying in Prada, and always with her eye on the high-priced prize. So what do you get the girl who has everything? When money is no object, gift her with a bejeweled silk-chiffon top ($330) or a chic pair of suede ankle boots ($750). Click through to check out all of my high-end picks for your posh pal.
>> Print editors are starting to invest in online ventures — literally, like Nina Garcia, who recently sunk money into Fashism, and in the case of Lauren Santo Domingo, whose online trunk show venture was first reported in August.
Details of Santo Domingo's site have finally emerged: it's called Moda Operandi, or modaoperandi.com, and will launch during New York Fashion Week in February as members-only (although members can invite friends). The idea, which was conceived a year ago by founder Aslaug Magnusdottir, who used to head up merchandising for Gilt Noir, the private website for top spenders at Gilt Groupe, is to enable members to place orders from design houses in New York, London, Milan and Paris (including Thakoon, Proenza Schouler, Prabal Gurung, Narciso Rodriguez, Vera Wang, Alexander Wang, and Giambattista Valli) within 48 hours of their runway show.
Shoppers will put down a 50 percent deposit on their orders, which they will receive in roughly four months, versus the six month lag it usually takes for designer goods to hit retail. Clothes that don't fit can be returned.
For starters, Moda Operandi will be offering four women's collections a year — for Spring, Resort, Fall, and Pre-Fall — from about 50 designers, and in the downtime between collections, it will sell jewelry and accessories. There will also be editorial content like backstage interviews and stylist recommendations.
>> Finding a gift for the leading lady in your life — whether that's your BFF, girlfriend, wife, or mother dearest — can be a daunting task; but don't stress, we've got you covered. We scoured the web for gifts fitting for every vivacious personality, and this first one highlights the polished prepster – don't we all have one in our lives? Check the slideshow for more presents that are guaranteed to knock the Jimmy Choos off their feet.
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It's all about buttoning and bundling up right now, but that doesn't mean you have to forgo your favorite necklace. Instead, try out a shorter collar style, like this standout Lizzie Fortunato Multicolored Collar Necklace ($395), and wear it over a simple button-down down blouse, or mix prints and pair it with this J.Crew striped turtleneck. Shop more picks from Opening Ceremony, Celine, Alexander Wang, and Gap to complete the look.
Prim and posh, top to bottom: Lizzie Fortunato Multicolored Collar Necklace ($395), Urban Renewal Cord & Fleece Blazer ($68), Theory Black Pocket Blouse ($190), Tre Vero Skinny Belt ($49), J. Jill bamboo crew socks ($8), Gap Slim Crop Pants ($50), Kors Michael Kors Sandra High Heel Bootie ($295), Celine Top Handle Bag ($1,800)
In the navy, top to bottom: Lizzie Fortunato Multicolored Collar Necklace ($395), J.Crew Stripe Turtleneck ($40), Proenza Schouler Toggle Coat ($1,872), Alexander Wang Grey Wool Mini ($425), See by Chloe Ribbed Tights ($38, originally $85), Fallon Victoria Fair Isle XL Cuff ($262), Opening Ceremony Wedge Boots ($483)
Models tend to have the best street style, and classic beauty Hilary Rhoda is the perfect example. We caught her on the streets of Manhattan recently, braving the chill in a snug and stylish ensemble. She starts with a pair of skinny black jeans ($189) and a fresh white tee, then adds a gray tweed coat ($60), black ballet flats, and cozy fingerless gloves. I especially love how she spices up her outfit with a bright red scarf ($12) and Alexander Wang's Rocco duffle bag ($875). Click the items above to start shopping!
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With party season just around the corner, I thought I'd spotlight this flirty holiday-appropriate ensemble from BFF & Baby star Krysten Ritter. For a party in LA, Krysten chose an asymmetrical Alexander Wang dress and strappy lace-up heels — perfect look for a seasonal bash. Get the same look when you pair a black one-shoulder top with a drapey gold pencil skirt. Next, add a sexy pair of lace-up heels and a studded clutch. A look this sultry should be light on accessories, so just throw on a cocktail ring and get ready to party. Click the items above to start shopping!
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It started with a style crush, then her fabulous jewels caught our eye; now with holiday party season nearly upon us, we've tapped into Nicky Hilton's fashionable expertise to help narrow down what we should be wearing. The always on-trend Nicky definitely knows a thing or two about eventful dressing, so we asked her to pick 10 of her favorite holiday-perfect looks. Lacy details, sequins, bright color, and pretty print — step inside to see what she recommends and how she'd style them up for a festively-chic holiday look!
>> Last night, the 2010 CFDA/Vogue Fashion Fund winners were announced, but before they could be named during the dinner gala at New York's Skylight Studios, the results were leaked on WWD's Twitter: Billy Reid won outright, and Prabal Gurung and Eddie Borgo were both named runners-up.
Style.com's Nicole Phelps wrote that the results were a bit of a surprise: "Many in the audience had pegged Gurung and Joseph Altuzarra as the front-runners." But nevermind: the prizes were even bigger this year, with Reid granted $300,000 (up from $200,000), and Borgo and Gurung each taking $100,000 (up from $50,000). "The main prize is the mentoring we provide," CFDA president Diane von Furstenberg noted of the increase, "but a little cash never hurts."
The rest of this year's finalists — Christian Cota, Robert Geller, Oliver Helden and Paul Marlow of Loden Dager, Pamela Love of Pamela Love Jewelry, Moss Lipow and Gregory Parkinson — were treated to a keynote speech by Karl Lagerfeld, who talked about how much fun Yves Saint Laurent was "before Pierre Berge" and advised: "Young goes. But good? If you're good, it may all last."
