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Does Fashion Influence Your Home Decor Style?

Elka Karl — Mon, 13 Feb 2012 11:10:04 PST

Kate Spade has declared February to be the month of Japanese floral - specifically, the month of Florence Broadhurst's delicious Japanese floral pattern, seen in these photos. Broadhurst is experiencing a well-deserved revival at the moment, with rugs produced through Cadrys, wallpapers decking out fashionable homes and shops, and this collection with Kate Spade, to name just a few.
When you decorate your home, does fashion play into it in any way? Do you follow the rule that you should use your wardrobe as a reference when it comes to choosing the colors for your home? Or do you incorporate patterns from companies such as Marimekko that create textiles for both home and apparel?

See Kate Spade's Parisian Chic Fall 2012 Presentation

Allison McNamara — Mon, 13 Feb 2012 03:15:38 PST

Inspired by the Cour d'honneur at Paris's Palais Royal, Kate Spade's Fall 2012 presentation takes you on a French fantasy. With the saying "totes les filles sont folles," meaning "all the girls are mad," adorning everything from dresses to décor, this collection explores a play on prints that was effortlessly executed thanks to stylist Brad Goreski. See the entire Kate Spade collection up close and personal right now!

Brad Goreski Reveals He Painted His Nails Red in Kindergarten

Allison McNamara — Sun, 12 Feb 2012 10:50:21 PST

We caught up with super stylist Brad Goreski at the Kate Spade Fall 2012 presentation, where he expertly mix and matched prints with a Parisian chic flare. He told us that he fell in love with fashion at a really early age and even sported red nail polish to his first day of kindergarten! Known for his signature style - cue a bow tie, button-up, and great glasses - we found out what Brad really likes to reach for in his closet: glitter! Watch our entire interview with Brad in today's Fab Flash! On Allison McNamara: Elizabeth and James jacket. Hair and makeup courtesy of Kerastase.

Brad Goreski Shows Us His Favorite Pieces From Kate Spade's Fall Collection

Allison McNamara — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 14:10:13 PST

Brad Goreski put his amazing styling skills to use this morning for Kate Spade's Fall 2012 presentation. Inspired by Paris's Palais Royal, this collection was full of flirty Parisian details. Think ladylike silhouettes, sleek minis, bow details, and polka dots of every size and proportion. Watch as Brad takes us through his favorite pieces, the must-have item from the line, and his tips on how to style these pretty printed pieces! On Allison McNamara: Elizabeth and James jacket. Hair and makeup by Kerastase.

Kate Spade Fall 2012

Chi Diem Chau — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 12:16:45 PST

We've yet to visit the famous Cour d'Honneur at the Palais Royal, Deborah Lloyd's inspiration point for her Kate Spade collection, but we can almost feel the excitement translated into her vibrant array of floral dresses, colorblock skirts, electrifying trousers, and irresistible accessories. The designer added a boyish twist - influenced by Garance Doré Parisian chic style - to her signature polish, pairing slouchy sweaters with cheeky printed skirts and casual tees with girlie feathered skirts. The amount of prints could have been overwhelming, but stylist Brad Goreski managed to temper the bright patterns through structured pea coats and separates. Accessories, Kate Spade's bread and butter, did not disappoint; we were enamored with the polka-dot ankle boots, snakeskin envelope clutches, metallic gold loafers, and ladylike satchels. More details from the collection below.

Trends: Graphic colorblock, statement trousers, painterly florals, polka dots.
Colors: Mustard yellow, maraschino red, aqua, forest green, bright orange, red, black, white.
Key Piece: We loved the oversized sweater paired with the girlie full skirts.
Accessories: Oversized envelope clutches, fur satchels, leather gloves, polka-dot pumps and booties.
Who Would Wear It: Ladies who lunch and girls who crave a vibrant, polished touch.

Polka-Dot Nails Are Adorably Imperfect at Kate Spade

Miriam Lacey — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 11:50:07 PST

Who says nail art has to be completely uniform to be winsome? At the Kate Spade show, models showed off these pretty black and cream polka-dot nails with asymmetrical and multisized dots. Along with the models' almond-shaped nails, the quirky dots gave the manicure a whimsical feel that was fresh and simple, not to mention easy to copy at home. So next time you're in the mood to change your spots, take a page from Ms. Spade's book and don't worry about "perfect"-looking polkas.

5 Cute and Stylish Gift Ideas For Mom!

Allison McNamara — Tue, 20 Dec 2011 03:00:00 PST

On the hunt for the perfect gift for your mom? Look no further, we've selected five cute and stylish gifts that your mom will love. If she's the jewelry type, try an engraved Helen Ficalora necklace or a set of stacked Melinda Maria bangles. For moms who are always on-the-go, a pair of fashionable two-tone flats or a colorful scarf are practical and stylish options. Or, if you mom is the type who can't leave home without her Ereader, why not get her a super chic case for her gadget? Watch to see all of our great gifts for mom, and don't forget to check out our favorite . On Allison: StyleMint top, Lia Sophia necklace, Zara jacket.

Quirky Holiday Barrettes For All Your Party-Time Needs

Jaime Richards — Mon, 28 Nov 2011 06:01:17 PST

It's safe to say that Kate Spade has the most festive hair accessories around, such as this year's trio of holiday barrettes. While they're a splurge at $78, their tongue-in-cheek phrases make them all the more covetable. The "cha cha cha" and "oh la la" barrettes will have you wanting to dance, flirt, and sip on candy cane martinis all night long. And the "pop fizz clink" barrette will remind you that sometimes too much of a good thing can actually be a bad thing. Wear them side-by-side with your hair up or down for a trendy look. Or wear them all yearlong - they're universal enough to be appropriate for a wide array of occasions.

Cute Alert: Kate Spade's Curling Ribbon Headband

Jaime Richards — Sun, 06 Nov 2011 06:00:00 PST

Kate Spade never fails to impress on the cute factor (recall her jingle bell headband from last year), and this year's festive hair accessory offering does not disappoint.

The gold-toned curling ribbon bow headband ($75) has a bit of a whimsical look, but it's not too over the top that it's ugly-Christmas-sweater-style gaudy. Wear it with a sleek ponytail or smooth blowout, or jazz it up by pairing it with a voluminous coiffure.

Tip: if you're feeling crafty, customize your own holiday-worthy head-topper by attaching real curling ribbon to a plain headband. To keep the ribbon from collapsing, be sure to first spray it with a stiffener, such as Stiffen Quik ($6).

Splurge vs. Save: Kate Spade Glasses Necklace

Kristy Korcz — Mon, 24 Oct 2011 11:49:05 PDT

Kate Spade may be an unlikely place to find gadget accessories (hello, adorable Kate Spade iPhone and laptop cases!), but there's one thing you can count on - the goods are always fashionable.

Take for example this geek chic Hang in There Glasses Pendant (left), which is on sale for $88 right now. It's a must have for girls who wear glasses, but let's face it - the price is still kind of steep. If you're into the look but don't want to drop major cash for this tiny bauble, check this out: I found this Nerd Glasses Necklace (right) on Etsy for $15. It projects a similar feel as the Kate Spade version but won't leave you with a gaping hole in your pocket. You're welcome.