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The “It Bag” for 2011| Celine “Boston Bag”

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Nude Boston Bag

First recognized for designing at Chloe, Phoebe Philo has taken her design talent to Celine as Creative Director and has since made a golden statement ever since she began.

Phoebe has a gift for making the “It Bag”. One of her specialties this season is the “Boston Bag”, which has topped the charts as one of the must-have bags for 2011. From multi-color to nude, you can not go wrong with this shoulder accessory! Spotted on celebrities and fashionistas across the globe, Celine has made an international presence in designing the perfect day-to-day handbag.

Not only can you carry everything you need for the day (and night) in it, but you will look stylish doing so! The sleek design makes it a signature piece to accent any outfit.

Check out some styling options for the ever-so-lovely…”Boston Bag”… 

::SM:: Subscribers – Please feel free to send me one of these handbags at anytime!

With of without this bag (even though it would be nice to have it!)…You are greatness already happening!

Best,

::Stacee Michelle::

 

photos: cover image, blue boston bag: , black bag: , tan:

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John Galliano FIRED from Christian Dior!

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John: "I love Hitler" — Dior: "Your fired!"

Christian Dior  just announced today that John Galliano has been fired from the company; effective immediately!

On Monday, Galliano was caught on video slurring racist and anti-Semitic remarks at a Paris cafe. CEO of Christian Dior,  Sidney Toledano, stated that “I condemn most firmly the statements made by John Galliano which are a total contradiction with the essential values that have always been defended by the House of Christian Dior.”

Verbal assault charges were filed and sent to Paris Police. Whether or not the prosecuting office deems his actions worthy of charges could take weeks or even months!

He is certainly an innovator and fashion mogul – I don’t believe this rant will result in a loss of respect for his art, however, there is no excuse for the degradation of others. Guess we’ll be waiting for the apology video next; hopefully this one will be prejudice free!

When you walk in respect… you are greatness already happening!

Best,

::Stacee Michelle::

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A New Way to ‘Go Green’ in 2011!

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Hunter Green Scarf

So you’ve already swapped plastic grocery bags for organic-cotton totes, bought a Prius Hybrid, and accepted those free energy-saving light bulbs from Duke Energy — So what’s next on your environmentally conscious list? Well, unfortunately I’m not hear to give you another energy-saving tip – but I will save you some energy in finding the right color to be on trend this Fall! You’ve opted for alternatives in other areas of your life, now let’s try changing the hue… by ‘Going Green’!

Green isn’t always the first choice for most, but designers this season have brought light to the color by showcasing multiple variations; giving us plenty of room to dive right into the trend. Spotted in an array of shades, textures, patterns, fabrics and numerous silhouettes; this color made its way onto everything from tops, outerwear, bottoms, dresses, accessories, and shoes. Whether color blocked or just a splash, there will be no excuse to why you shouldn’t be able to work green into your wardrobe.   

For those of us who are ready to begin adding green to our color palette a little early for spring, don’t hesitate because you’re not jumping the gun! Socialites, editors, and trendsetters from New York to Milan have already been styling the streets in green! See how they incorporated it into their outfits:

Normally three shades of green is too much for one outfit, but not for one season! Fall 2011 is certainly green-friendly and offering us a variety of options adding the perfect complement to our welcoming wardrobes.  So head to the mall, Save some energy, and GO GREEN!

Remember no matter what you ‘hue’…. you are greatness already happening!

Best,

:: Stacee Michelle ::

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It’s Survival of the Fittest | Inside Fashion Week Moguls

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Sylvana Ward – Vogue Director of Special Events

 

When doing my daily review of “What’s happening in fashion”, I was ever so amused by a photo feature on Vogue.com. It was posted at the beginning of NY Fashion Week, capturing the ‘Fashion Week Essentials’ needed for the grueling schedules of editors, stylists, models, designers and more. Once Vogue and The Coveteur (a new website) got the list of fashion key players, they asked them to assemble their essentials for a portrait shot by Jake Rosenberg.

By linking up with The Coveteur, Vogue was able to really showcase some ‘enviable and informative’ photos!

Check them out!

  

See more —> CLICK

Always prepared… you are greatness already happening!

Best,

:: Stacee Michelle :: 

 

 

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15yr. Old Model Walks the Runway | DVF Apologizes

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15yr old Hailey Clauson

Does age really matter when it comes to fashion?

The CFDA releases a list of guidelines designers are encouraged to follow in an effort to make the most healthy model selections for runway. 

Diane Von Furstenburg, CFDA president, discovered that one of her girls (Hailey Clauson) had slipped through the cracks and was under the age of 16. Realizing the mishap, she wrote a letter to her fellow colleagues apologizing for mistakenly stepping outside the CFDA guidelines:

…”I was horrified and terribly embarrassed. From now on I will instruct my casting people to demand IDs. I encourage you to do the same.” …

15 yr old Hailey Clauson has graced the runway for numerous designers since her debut at NY Fashion Week in Sept 2010. That season she ended up walking for ADAM, Z Spoke by Zac Posen, and Calvin Klein shows and went on to walk for Gucci, Versace, Christian Dior, Lanvin, Hermès, Miu Miu, and Louis Vuitton. She is currently a face of Gucci and DSquared2 (nymag.com).

 

With the immense use of Hailey Causon it’s apparent that designers are more concerned with the “look” than the actual age of the model.

What are your thoughts? Do you think an age limit should be enforced for runway models?

Whether your 15 or 51.. you are greatness already happening!

Look forward to your comments!

Best,

::Stacee Michelle::



photos: nymag.com & style.com

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Ode to the Poodle! Isaac Mizrahi Fall 2011 mix breed…Fashion-Poo!

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Designers are certainly taking a walk on the wild side with these Fall 2011 shows.. Anna Sui with cats and now Isaac Mizrahi with poodles!

When growing up I owned a poodle (R.I.P Snoopy) so I was too thrilled to find that these amazing designs were accompanied by my favorite pooch!

If 2011 is like this… I’m interested to know what 2012 will bring! See the rest of the collection here!

Best,

:: Stacee Michelle::

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