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Last week, I traveled to Mill Valley, just north of San Francisco, to tour the home of designer Heddie Chu. Half of design and architecture firm NC2 Studio, which she founded with her partner Russ Naylor, Heddie is also the force behind Emerald Fish. This online decor and jewelry gift shop features beautiful objects, many of which are Fair Trade or one-of-a-kind, which Heddie carefully selects Read more
Outside a heavy wet snow fell, but inside American Eagle's New York showroom it felt like a beach in Costa Rica, complete with cute guys serving breakfast burritos. AE debuted its Summer collection with the theme "Take the new path," which we interpreted to mean the shortest path to the beach in some faraway place. It was a global-minded collection of casual, beachy separates and ethnic-inspired Read more
Model Iman's collaboration with HSN is still going strong but her latest pieces for her Global Chic line have made me take notice. I've never been one to spend a fortune on jewelry, and even if I could afford it, I would still seek out fabulous costume jewelry. If you're like me, be sure to check out Iman's jewels. The latest selection mostly consists of bracelets, like this Golden Goddess Read more
Following in Heidi Klum's footsteps, supermodel Iman is becoming even more super — by adding jewelry and accessories to her portfolio. Her new line, Global Chic, is inspired by African countries, India, and Bali, as well as pieces from her personal collection, including her vintage engagement ring from husband David Bowie. The line will be available HSN.com on Dec. 15. Source Read more
There's no doubt about it, Mother Nature would be jealous of lebellanina and her hot earth mama wiles! Her dress is called the "Planet Dress," after all, and it's covered with etches of flowers and greenery. But she's not too earthy and crunchy for me: it's all about the Global chic, and lebellanina knows what's up. Here's what she has on: Dress: Free People Locket: Urban Outfitters Shoes: Read more
Today, Serena & Lily's new bath line is finally available, and it doesn't disappoint. Filled with dreamy palettes, handmade details, and luxurious materials, the new bath line has everything you need to transform your bathroom into a Summer spa. Inspired by the refined global aesthetic of some of the world's most beautiful boutique hotels, the line offers everything from chic, water-friendly Read more
ShopStylist magda_ooo took cues from the Fall '12 runways and put together a totally chic Far Eastern glam look. How to achieve the same bold effect? Rock a fierce Thakoon yellow and orange paisley-meets-tapestry print cocktail dress with equally bold accessories. A stack of colorful mix-and-match bangles, chunky platform sandals, and an oversized pair of sunglasses should polish off the Read more
With a Fall 2012 collection inspired by India, Rag & Bone kept true to the theme, debuting a beauty look that included chic eyeliner and sexy, tousled hair — a style we can't wait to re-create at home. Find out more about getting the look from Revlon Global Artistic Director Gucci Westman (whom you'll remember from our before-and-after makeover) and Redken creative consultant Guido Palau. Read more
Just when we thought we couldn't swoon any more over Joseph Altuzarra's creations, the designer sent us on a dizzying trip around the world via brightly hued Moroccan-chic knitwear, chunky fringe, plush shearling, and quirky coin embellishments. From 1940s Parisian silhouettes to ultra-tailored naval coats and equestrian-inspired jodhpurs, to the whimsical markings of a visit to a Marrakesh Read more
Ever wonder how your favorite designers started? Fashion Week is almost upon us, so we're prepping with a study of some of the top American designers. By now, the Wang girl is totally iconic; it's hard to imagine the world without Alexander Wang's vision of the downtown, edgy-cool chick. While urban street style existed before 2007, Alex Wang took it and refined it into something so insanely chic Read more
