May 2009
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Garland Collection: Take 20% off sitewide using code PEOPLE (expires 5.31.2009)
Goldyn: Take 40% off storewide using code MEMORIAL (expires 5.31.2009)
Guy and Eva: Take 20% off all...
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Remnants
Vogue’s green issue: fa$hion with a cons$cience (Jezebel)
Will Ferrell launches appropriately packaged sunscreen for charity (People)
Bingeing on celebrity weight battles (NY Times)
Andrew (the Panty Christ) stays positive (SeenOn)
Christian Lacroix vows to fight for his line (AFP)
Plus sizes become fashion victims (Crain’s New York)
Is new uber textile the key to the...
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Spend or Save: Ombre Sequins
This week’s trend: sequined ombre for summer. Choose to spend or save on mini dresses, clutches, skirts, or tank tops.
Mini Dresses
The Spend
Jovani’s Tiered Cocktail Dress - $550
The Save
Arden B’s Ombre Beaded Cami - $78
Clutches
The Spend
Prada’s Ombre Trimmed Sequined Clutch - $1000
The Save
SANTI’s Nicole Clutch - $123
Skirts
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Discount Code Roundup
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A Tropical Affair: Take 20% off using code ATAPEOPLE2 (expires 6.29.2009)
Banana Republic: Take 25% off orders of $75 or more using code L9NWYYL4M1XJ (expires 5.31.09)
Bestow Boutique: Take 20% off using code PSW09 (expires 7.24.2009)
Bijou: Use code JUNLOCALDEAL for 25% off sitewide...
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Designer of the Week: Ishii
In addition to working with designers like Jean Paul Gaultier and Zac Posen, Parsons graduate Tamae Ishii had the distinct privilege of apprenticing under Valentino Garavini. A consummate world traveler who was born in Japan but raised in California, she draws inspiration for her eponymous line from a variety of international sources.
Eye It: Fall 2009
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Daily Obsession: Cage Sandals
There’s no denying the serious sex appeal of cage sandals: they’re utterly chic with a hint of dark naughtiness.
$100 and Under
Swap out your basic black pumps with Enzo Angiolini Mixx heels for summer. $59.99 (orig. $69)
A pink-y ecru color sweetens up Nine West’s Aleksander Platform Sandals. $99.95
A grid-like pattern lends fashionable severity to...
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Remnants
American Apparel debuts backless tights (uh, NSFW) (New York Magazine)
Escada hit hard by economy (Reuters)
Burberry goes home to London for Fashion Week (The Daily Telegraph)
Fergie rocks the Hammer pants (People)
Is the fashion industry the first step in robot world domination? (io9)
More American Apparel: this time protested in Harlem (Jezebel)
Prince Harry brings polo style to...
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Daily Obsession: Belted Tunic Tops
Belted tunics are a perfect go-to wardrobe option: the long shape is kind even on the paunchiest of days, and the belt provides a slimming effect by defining the waist.
$100 and Under
Pleating details elevate a t-shirt shape in Spiegel’s Belted Tunic. $44 (orig. $64)
An abstract floral print contrasts earthy olive with vibrant purple to lovely effect in Forever 21’s Mixed...
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Discount Code Roundup
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Bestow Boutique: Take 20% off using code PSW09 (expires 7.24.2009)
Bleu Clothing: Take 20% off using code STYLEHIVE
Bluefly: New customers spending $150+ take $30 off first order using code AFF30
Bryna Nicole: Take 25% off all purchases using code INSTYLE09 (expires 5.31.2009)
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Amy Winehouse Switches Needles for PPQ
To sewing needles, that is. Yes, it’s poor taste day at Fashion Orbit. From Women’s Wear Daily:
Amy Winehouse’s lifestyle choices might be a little questionable, but it seems the singer remains in the good graces of the fashion industry at least. Confirming British press reports, sources said Winehouse is working on a fashion line with London label PPQ, designed by Amy Molyneaux and...
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Sale Roundup
Some of our favorite new sale items from around the WWW.
The Clothes
Greek goddess meets flower child in Marc by Marc Jacobs’ Day Lily Embroidered Dress. Marked down to $257.60 from $368.
Add CLC’s Roll Up Shorts to our long shorts we love list. Originally $158; now $47.39.
Shirring details at the sleeves are a special detail on an otherwise understated design...
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Save Until Midnight: The Memorial Day Edition
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Gap: Take 25% off purchases of $100 or more using code SUMMER (expires 5.25.2009)
Goldyn: Take 40% off storewide using code MEMORIAL (expires 5.25.2009)
J. Crew: Take 20% off orders of $175...
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MadMag: Vanity Fair's Michelle Obama/Jackie O...
Regardless of what your political leanings might be, the more fashion-obsessed amongst us are generally excited to have style back at the White House. Is the intense focus on Michelle Obama’s day-to-day wardrobe a little silly? Of course. But her high/low mixture of J. Crew with Narciso Rodriguez and promotion of emerging designers like Jason Wu does send out a positive message, even if it...
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Discount Code Roundup
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Bryna Nicole: Take 25% off all purchases using code INSTYLE09 (expires 5.31.2009)
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Remnants
Men’s designer shorts require deep pockets (NY Times)
Vena Cava, Alexander Wang, Thakoon, and more go khaki for Gap (People)
Kitchen couture: smocks a fashionable alternative to aprons? (NY Post)
Investing in your closet not actually recommended by financial advisers (Jezebel)
Phoebe Price is truly the fashion queen of Cannes (Dlisted)
Shoppers become swappers (MainStreet)
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Daily Obsession: Summer Wedges
Wedges are perfect for those hot summer days when you want the height of heels without the stuffiness.
$100 and Under
Huarache meets wedge in BCBGirls’ Manola sandals. $98
A cork sole lightens up the gladiator look of Steve Madden’s Qween wedges. $79.95
A matching enameled buckle adds a dose of sophistication to Nine West’s Leonato wedges. $99
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WatchAnna Wintour on 60 Minutes
In case you missed it: yesterday’s 60 Minutes feature on Anna Wintour. As Karl Lagerfeld said in the piece, “I like tough people, I like tough woman.”
Video source: CBS News
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Discount Code Roundup
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Amrita Singh: Save 20% storewide using code fashionorbit (expires 5.21.09)
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Bluefly: New customers spending $150+ take $30 off first order using code AFF30
Bryna Nicole: Take 25% off all purchases using code INSTYLE09 (expires 5.31.2009)
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Sale Roundup
Some of our favorite new sale items from around the WWW.
The Clothes
A flighty bow print imbues Nanette Lepore’s Swept Away Wrap Dress with a whimsical sweetness. Marked down to $276.50 from $395.
Sail the high fashion seas in CARDIGAN by Lynne Hiriak’s Elodie Chunky Knit Sweater. Originally $495; now $169.
Serious style meets youthful joie de vivre in
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Dear FO Personal Stylist: Find Gwen's Earrings!
I love all things Gwen Stefani, I love her music, but mostly her style. She has these gold stud earnings that she wears often in photos and they are on her L.A.M.B. website main picture. I love them because they are small and stylish but have a little bit of punk flair, my favorite style.
I have looked everywhere and searched the internet but have not been able to find ones that are similar....
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Designer of the Week: Camilla Skovgaard
Camilla Skovgaard first honed her design skills in Dubai, where a French fashion house brought her to create apparel for the daughters and wives of Gulf Sheikhs. Besides heading up her eponymous footwear line, Skovgaard was appointed as shoe designer at Matthew Williamson while still an MA student, with Fall 2009 marking their 7th season of collaboration.
Eye It: Spring/Summer 2009
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Daily Obsession: Long Shorts
A longer shape helps bridge the delicious inherent contradiction of shorts and some semblance of formality.
$100 and Under
Banana Republic’s Martin Bermuda Short strikes the right balance between structure and casual comfort. $49
Alvin Valley’s legendary pant prowess is extended to these stretch herringbone long shorts. $79.99 (orig. $242)
Menswear gets feminine...
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