No one’s quite like Paul Smith. The British dandy’s aesthetic is always non-traditional, always interesting and his ability to constantly gentrify fashion, as we know it, is what keeps him on top of his game. This summer the collection is graceful and stylish, it re-renders classic menswear and simple pieces in a newfangled manner, crisp and clean contours define silhouettes with effortless shapes in bright hues. Salutes are made to David Byrne and David Bowie, where mod meets punk in perfect harmony.

The palette this summer is dominated by solid blacks, navys and grays with loud splashes of color and silver. Club collared shirts are paired with ultra-skinny ties and reserved lapels. Accessories are solid silver safety pins and paper clips and leather boots. The pants of the warmer season are low-rise, relaxed with a slim leg and are worn with classic English slip-ons. The temperament is definitely relaxed, breezy, fluid and open.

Denim has become so much more than something you throw on during the weekend or on a day when you’re feeling casual. All the avant-garde techniques used on denim today make it a way to turn heads while maintaining a level of comfort not normally associated with fashion.

G-Star is a frontrunner in the denim design race. For their Fall 2010 Collection, they are presenting the elegant and more sophisticated side of denim: “The G-Star Fall/Winter 2010 NY RAW Men’s and Women’s Collections demonstrates the fusion of denim craftsmanship, elegant tailoring and sophisticated silhouettes in vibrant colors. Eye-catching metallic washes and treatments further enhance the collections, highlighting the inventive and truly original aesthetic that is distinctively G-Star.” The urban feel that is always G-Star is still present, but the shapes and lines are clean and can serve as perfect additions to your Fall wardrobe.

G-Star’s Fall 2010 Collection makes its debut in 8 days. Stay tuned for POSHGLAM’s review.

Hallmark’s favorite holiday is here again. Though Valentine’s Day means getting a gift for that special someone, it is also a great time to show friends and family your appreciation with little tokens of affection. POSHGLAM put together the ultimate Valentine’s Day Gift Guide, chock full of gifts for the ladies and even a few for the men.

One of the most popular Valentine’s Day gifts is jewelry. However, not every relationship is in the diamonds and pearls phase quite yet. Here is an array of fun gems to get your loved ones that will put a smile on their faces without breaking the bank.

Links of London Limited Edition Fuchsia Valentine’s Day Friendship Bracelet is the perfect gift for mothers, daughters and girlfriends. Sterling silver heart details trim the edge while the toggle can be engraved with a personalized message. A portion of every bracelet sold will be donated to the OneXOne organization.

Links of London Valentine’s Day Friendship Bracelet $180 Links of London

For the chic sophisticate that is always ahead of the trends, turn to Tom Binns for outrageous jewels that are both fashion-forward and feminine. His “Alice in Wonderland” inspired collection is full of Valentine’s Day wonders that any girl would be thrilled to own.

The “All Heart” and “Roses are Red” necklaces, inspired by Alice in Wonderland’s Red Queen, are absolute stunners. They retail for $1000 and $875, respectively. Since the movie is about to hit theaters, the jewelry is the perfect accessory to wear to the premiere. Visit Tom Binns for more information.

Even the edgiest girls can rock hearts, like this fabulous spike heart necklace from Gasoline Glamour. It is 4″ tall and wide so it is sure to make a statement. The necklace retails for $495 at Gasoline Glamour.

So these aren’t exactly jewels, but Jessica Elliot’s oversized keys are truly gem-worthy. Upon seeing these keys, I instantly fell in love. The keys are engraved with romantic phrases, including “To My Heart” or “To My Bedroom” depending on your mood. So, if you are a single lady out on the town, carry this in case you meet a special someone. And for a hot date idea, feel free to pass a key off to your boyfriend to give him a little hint of the night to come. The keys retail for $35 each at Jessica Elliot.

Celebrity favorite jewelry line, Dalla Nonna, boasts the perfect personalized gift with their beautiful calendar necklaces and bracelets. Your hubby can pick a special date, like your anniversary or the date of your first kiss, which is then accented with a sapphire on the date of the calendar month charm. Each elegant, vintage-inspired piece is executed in 14k gold (rose, yellow and white) or sterling silver. Prices range from $150-$600. Shop Dalla Nonna Jewelry.

Tarina Tarantino is a costume jewelry master and her latest Tuxedo Lingerie collection is the perfect gift for loved ones. Full of black lace, bows and hearts, the Tuxedo Lingerie collection is as romantic and refined as it gets. The Tuxedo Lingerie Satin Garter is perfection for the sassy chick in your life. The Puff Heart Stretch Ring is fabulous for friends while the Heart Drop Earrings are an essential to any glamour girl’s wardrobe. These pieces are priced at $105, $45 and $75, respectively. Shop  Tarina Tarantino.

Patricia Field, the genius behind the wardrobe for HBO’s Sex and the City, has her own Valentine’s Day worthy wares. Her Heart Mirror is a great gift to give any loved one. On sale for $19, the mirror is a chic find that can’t be beat. Also available on Patricia Field’s site is White Trash Charms’ “Cute as a Button” necklace, which is perfect for the pre-”I love you” relationship status. It retails for $135. Timmy Woods’ “Lip Purse” in hot pink is also a stylish accessory that any girl would love to carry around yearlong. With the perfect burst of color, it will instantly transform any outfit. Priced at $248, it is a real steal. All of the above are available at Patricia Field.

There are also plenty of Valentine’s Day beauty goodies to go around. Kiehl’s is a beauty wonder brand and they have fantastic gift sets for both men and women. For the boys, check out this Valentine’s Day Men’s Set, which includes Ultimate Man Scrub Soap, Facial Fuel, Facial Fuel Energizing Face Wash, Ultra Facial Cream and Powerful-Strength Line-Reducing Concentrate (packette). For the ladies, the Overnight Lavender Renewal Set provides the latest and greatest from Kiehls’s including Midnight Recovery Concentrate, Lavender Foaming-Relaxing Bath with Sea Salts and Aloe, Ultra Facial Cream and Powerful-Strength Line-Reducing Concentrate (packette). The men’s set retails for $42 and the women’s for $72, available at Kiehls.

What better gift to give your lover than a smell that you find delicious and know will smell even better on her? Infusion Organique’s “Acai Rain” Eau de Parfum has an exotic flavor and the pink bottle is beautiful for display purposes after wearing of course. The perfume retails for $35 at Infusion Organique.

What’s more romantic than a candle-lit bubble bath? Philosophy’s “Sending My Love” Gift Set comes with Red Licorice and Raspberry Sorbet Shampoo, Shower Gel and Bubble Bath and retails for $24. Philosophy also sells the Candy Hearts Lip Duo, two tubes of pink bubbly and angel food cake-flavored lip shines for the tastiest kisses ever. The tubes retail for $20 each and are both available at Philosophy.

Not Soap, Radio has some great beauty gifts for Valentine’s Day as well. First up is “Bath and Shower Bubbles in The Stuff that Cupid Dips his Arrows In (because sometimes fate needs as assist).™ This pheromone activated bubble bath and shower gel has a ginseng and passion scent, meant to soothe, empower and reinforce. It retails for $15.

Not Soap, Radio’s “Spa Chocolat” (because sometimes indulgence is a necessity and not a simple desire) includes a sugared body polish, with cocoa butter and brownsugar crystals, a whipped body souffle with shea butter, sweet cocoa and viola, and a purifying face mask with kaolin and cocoa. The products are perfect for all skin types and retail for $22. Both items are available on Not Soap, Radio.

Anastasia, famous brow-expert, launched her first skincare line at the end of 2009. One of the most popular products is the Hydrating Oil, which will leave you refreshed, hydrated and glowing before your big night out. Loveage oil is one of the 12 oils in this potion and provides an invigorating aroma-therapeutic scent that helps lift the mood. The Hydrating Oil retails for $40 at Anastasia.

Stila’s Yumberry Crush Lip & Cheek Stain is in stores just in time for Valentine’s Day. With the perfect pearly pink coloring, your lips and cheeks will look healthy and flushed. It also boasts the new superfruit, Yumberry, which contains the highest amount of potent antioxidents and helps slow the degeneration of collagen. It is available for $24 at Stila.

Another fabulous lip duo is from Estee Lauder. The company’s Signature Hydra Lustre Lipstick comes in 12 shades and there are 4 brand new Kissable Lip Glosses to provide the perfect color and shine. All of the pieces are stamped with “LOVE” which he will surely feel once he sees your perfect pout. The lipstick retails for $19.50 and the gloss is $18 at Saks Fifth Avenue.

Celebrity interior designer, Tobi Tobin, has gifts that will set your heart on fire this Valentine’s Day. To start, Tobi Tobin’s signature candles are a natural, fresh-smelling blend of soy, palm and coconut waxes and are decadently wrapped to a tee. Next up, the sophisticated designer created gourmet chocolates that are dressed to impress in beautiful, elaborate wrapping. The candles retail for $85 and the chocolates are sold individually, 1 oz $3.25 – 2 oz $4.25 at Tobi Tobin Design. My mouth is watering already.

Last but certainly not least is this adorable shirt from AMI. The purple rhinestone shirt is kitschy but festive for February 14th—and any day you want to put a smile on your husband’s face. The shirt retails for $12.99 at AMI.

After getting acquainted with David Alexander on Twitter, I realized, clothing design is about the love of wearable art. You see, style is a staple and fashion is its adornment. Style has its place; its timeless and classic. However fashion comes around to spice it up and help us call on the present and future.

Though reminiscent of yesteryear’s glitz, David’s designs take acceptable standards and bring them up to 21st century taste. He works hard to be forward-thinking with his creations and impresses us with each innovative step.

So I gave him a little twitter interview and found:

David Alexander, fashion designer+comedian, loves prepping dresses. When he’s not designing, he likes to watch Tyler Perry’s character, Madea, and do silly nerdy things like make his friends laugh. David plays video games, watches cartoons and goes to the gym everyday twice a day. He loves glitter because it’s so wicked sparkly! You will find that most of his designs have a glimmer as a testament to his love of sparkle.

To find David, Follow him on twitter at http://twitter.com/DAFASHION. For more information or to shop his collection, visit: http://www.notjustalabel.com/davidalexander.

Plaid is redone with Arnold Zimberg’s sportswear collection of classic buttonups for women. Well-known for his casual appeal, Zimberg’s shirts are gaining recognition with celebrities and the general public alike.

Made with interesting materials, such as gauze laced with lurex, these soft and comfy shirts are perfect for a weekend-chic look. Though trendy, Arnold Zimberg shirts are sure to be classic staples in every wardrobe.

Prices for the shirts start at $200. They can be found at department stores and boutiques such as Scoop in NYC and Kitson and Theodore in Los Angeles.

For more information, visit Arnold Zimberg.

What Goes Around Comes Around, the vintage-inspired collection created by designer Gerard Maione, has celebrities from Katy Perry and Lou Doillon to Malin Akerman falling in love. The collection draws inspiration from the new generation of chic beatniks and bohemians, which he refers to as “gypsetters.” The modern day jet-setting woman who lives a bohemian lifestyle is the muse for Maione’s eclectic collection inspired by travel and 1960s Morocco. Fashion from decades past is brought back to life in this modern contemporary line.

In the latest collection, the unique fabrics are shared by both the men’s and women’s lines. The fabrics include a vintage military print, 1960’s ikat prints and 1970’s tie-dye, which Maione ties together beautifully throughout. What may create fabulous men’s pants transforms into women’s overall shorts with ease, unifying his men’s and women’s lines into a complete lifestyle collection.

The women’s collection encompasses bright jewel tones and includes breezy crinkle chiffon slip dresses, embroidered voile peasant tops, geometric diamond motif pieces and soft plaids and floral silk rompers. The nod to vintage fashion is omnipresent, yet each piece is also refreshingly modern.  The men’s collection has a more neutral-toned focus with smaller bursts of color and an array of prints, rendering a Native American feel paired with the modern day hippie lifestyle. This collection consists of drawstring pants and shorts, a series of slub cotton tees and tanks and fine Japanese woven shirts. 

To make each collection even more special, What Goes Around Comes Around offers Custom and Authentic Vintage pieces, which are made in limited supply. For this season, the offerings include everything from Indian blanket-patched vintage pieces and over-dyed, feathered denim to Indian blanket studded belts and destroyed denim vests and jackets. The nod to travel and nomadic, free-loving, hippie lifestyle is a prevalent motif in each collection. The saying “What Goes Around Comes Around” doesn’t have to mean karma. In this case, it means that the trends from the past are coming back around, and making their presence known within the beauty of today’s modern world.

For more information, visit What Goes Around Comes Around. The collection is sold at select luxury retailers worldwide.

Designer, Kathy Rose, was crowned the winner of the hit Bravo show, Launch My Line. POSHGLAM had the opportunity to speak with Kathy to get the inside scoop on her experience on the show, her plans for the future and the inspiration behind her fabulous designs. Stay tuned world—Kathy is definitely a designer to watch.

POSHGLAM (PG): What are you hoping will come from your Bravo debut?

Kathy Rose (KR): New Horizons!

PG: How did you end up on the show? Did your friends recommend it? Did you submit yourself?

KR: Amanda Schoun (Truth Be Told PR) sent me in on the meeting.

PG: Is there anything that came from the show that was a pleasant surprise?

KR: Emil Gampe was a big surprise!

PG: How did your family react to your win?

KR: My family in Miller, South Dakota, Germany, Iran, London..they were all so happy!

PG: What is the biggest thing that you learned from being on the show?

KR: The biggest learning was just to LISTEN!

PG: Your gowns are absolutely stunning, if they were to make a red-carpet debut, what celebrity would you like to be wearing one?

KR: Celebrities would be Madonna, Fergie, Shiva Rose…

PG: What is your biggest inspiration behind your designs?

KR: Nature, of course!

PG: How has being an Angeleno affected your design aesthetic?

KR: More casual..arghhhh! I do love a good gown to the ground!

PG: How would you define your collection in three words?

KR: Native, Sensual, Edgy J

PG: What designers do you currently admire?

KR: Rucci, Valentino, Emil Gampe J

PG: Where do you see your line going from here?

KR: The world is my oyster!

PG: Have you always wanted to be a designer of clothing/jewelry?

KR: I always new I wanted to do something in the arts! Both my parents are artists and they really encouraged my creativity. We spent a lot of trips in nature and still do. We try and give back to national parks and forests as much as we can

PG: Can you share anything fun about yourself as a designer with the POSHGLAM readers?

KR: RoseArkRated will have updates on new jewelry collections coming up, xoKathy

Images courtesy of NBC-UNI.

Elie Tahari loves jetsetters and so do we.

“My Fall 2010 collection is homage to the great women who traveled the globe in style.”  With Fashion Week in New York, London, Paris, and Milan approaching, this inspiration couldn’t be more perfect.

The look channels a globe-trotting heroine who blends the perfect mix of modern and classic styles. The tailoring is polished from the cropped jacket to the slim-fitting pant. Naturally, no excursionist can do without fur for those arctic climates, so Tahari features that as well.

There are a mere twelve days until Elie Tahari’s Fall 2010 collection hits the runways. POSHGLAM will be there in the middle of the action.

Looks from Tahari’s Pre-Fall 2010 Collection are below. Images courtesy of Style.com.

Spring is around the corner and it is time to lighten up with the House of Spy’s latest collection. A mélange of fun, flirty and fabulous, the line of printed frocks and jumpsuits is perfect for warmer weather.

Brainchild of former biology student, Wendy Wong, House of Spy is now a wardrobe staple in every fashionista’s closet in Ontario, Canada, where the brand was launched. To our delight, it is slowly creeping into stylish boutiques in the US and throughout the rest of the globe. The brand is gaining popularity and reaching new heights at the speed of light; it was named one of the world’s best brands by Sportswear International in 2007.

The new collection resonates with this season’s edgy playfulness. With strong prints and bold hues, these clothes make statements all their own. The tangerine hued draped dress and asymmetrical hemlines evoke lots of edgy attitude while the dirndl silhouette and empire-line dress instill a feminine vibe. The one key item from the collection that caught my eye, however, was the cropped jumpsuit with its perfect tailoring and flawless fit.

Go ahead and add a little zing to your wardrobe with the House of Spy

The collection is available all over New York and California and can be purchased online at the House of Spy.

–Dyuti Mishra

Designer Nicholas Clements-Lindsey of the stunning line NCL couture has a passion project up his sleeves. It is innovative, fun and offers a new take on fashion collections. Nicholas’ newest line, James Embry, releases a new piece each month for the calendar year, culminating in December with a 12-piece collection all founded with the same inspiration. And even better, Nicholas paired with the American Red Cross, giving a portion of the proceeds of James Embry to the charity.

All the pieces, debuted a month at a time, are sold through December 31st. After the last day of the year, the collection will be no longer available. 2011 will bring forward an entirely new collection which will also have 12 new pieces to bring it all together. In essence, the pieces become collector’s items.  .

James Embry is an androgynous line, meant for men and women alike. As a result, Nicholas found a really fun way to handle sizing. The sizes are Infinite Haute, Haute, Double Haute and Haute Love (from smaller to larger respectively). January introduced the Original Haute Thermal and February brings in the Haute Spike Jacket. Each piece comes in a variety of colors, and can be made to order by contacting the designer. However, with the listing of colors available, you most likely will find exactly what you are looking for.

For those women that like their clothing a little on the loose side, James Embry has the perfect offerings. Menswear always seems to fit women with such ease, and Nicholas tuned in on this for his collection. The thermals, especially, are soft and fabulous for all seasons. I love the burst of color. It may just be the ultimate layering piece.

James Embry retails for $54.50 to $600 and is available at James-Embry. His idea to offer a new piece each month for a year’s time is such a fabulous concept. Additionally, these basics are sure to never go out of style, making each piece a worthwhile investment. Each James Embry garment will leave you waiting in anticipation for the next month’s offering. Come December, you’ll be dressed head-to-toe in James Embry, looking sophisticated, casual and super cool.

So you are spending this upcoming Valentine’s Day alone? Big deal, we all spend some of those fabulous “Hallmark” holidays alone occasionally. However, you probably have some of your ex boyfriend’s old clothes lingering around your house, and yes, they look way better on you than they ever did on him. That is the concept behind Erge’s “Been Dumped” Tee.

Erge is a line of luxury t-shirts comprised of a large color palette, fabulous textures and innovative architecture, transforming your everyday basic into art. In the spirit of menswear to be worn on a woman, the “Been Dumped” Tee was created with a loose fit and large pocket detailing. The best part of the shirt is that it feels like something you wish your boyfriend would have worn, and left at your house, because it’s soft, cozy feel makes it seem like it has been well worn in with love.

The Erge “Been Dumped” Tee is available in Black, Mist, Breeze and Sugar and retails for $52 at ErgeRetail. Being dumped never looked so good. Fortunately, the Erge tee gives you the comfortable, worn-in “boyfriend” tee without the drama of a break-up. The site is also offering 40% off site-wide from now through Valentine’s Day, so shop away.

Would you like to win the Erge “Been Dumped” Tee (All Sweater Knit) in Mist? Enter to win by emailing Samantha@POSHGLAM.com, subject “Erge” and include your name, email and mailing address.

* Raffle deadline February 10, 2010, 12:00 p.m. EST.

I was so happy to see Kathy Rose’s collection win Launch My Line on Bravo. Native Rose is vibrant, feminine and stylish. I pulled some pictures from her sale on RueLaLa.com and I look forward to hearing more about the collection. Kathy is very talented and it’s nice to see her creative ingenuity fold over into clothes from jewelry.  Kathy was by far the most deserving of the launch. Hopefully the television show will help her gain the positioning she deserves.

For Fall 2010, Nicole Miller’s inspiration is “street”. She hails from New York City, the original concrete jungle, so the influence is fitting.

Miller’s sketch shows all the things we crave for Fall from menswear to clean lines and outerwear to make heads turn. The look is expertly tailored with panelling throughout and strong shoulders, exuding a feeling of total power and confidence.

Miller’s Fall 2010 collection debuts on February 12th so stay tuned for POSHGLAM’s review.

Below are looks from her Pre-Fall 2010 collection. Images courtesy of Style.com.

When 22 year-old Caressa Cameron won the title of Miss America last weekend, one thing was clear: this girl’s got style. She showed off her chic fashion sense when she recently teamed with the well-known shoe distributor, Designer Shoe Warehouse in New York City.

At the DSW event, Cameron wore a pair of killer black boots by Steve Madden (“Duffled Boot” $108.95 at select store locations) with a turtleneck dress and statement jewels.

For purchasing information or store locations visit DSW.