Friday, March 12th, 2010 | Fab Events, Fashion, New York, Shop

Tibi at Bloomingdale's Today in NYC + A Little Fashion Advice

By Faith

I love traveling almost as much as I love shopping. Tibi rolls my favorite pastimes into one with bold prints and feminine silhouettes perfect for a trip to St. Tropez or Ibiza.

Today, Tibi and Bloomingdale’s are teaming up and giving the NYC set the perfect chance to start on Spring shopping. A fabulous gift comes with every purchase (don’t worry I won’t spoil the fun) and a beautiful runway piece will be given away to one lucky winner (the piece featured to the right).

I caught up with Tibi’s fashion experts ahead of time to get some spring/summer wardrobe ideas and to talk about some key pieces in the Spring 2010 collection.

What are some key pieces from Tibi’s Spring 2010 Collection?

The Cala Lilly Cap sleeve dress has been selling out like crazy! For a more glam casual look, we have a couple draped blazers in the collection that look amazing paired with our pastel colored ruffle shorts.

With spring and summer approaching, what are 3 essential travel pieces that all women should have?

Cropped jackets in fun textures – Tibi has an amazing suede blazer for spring that completely complements a flowy dress, and having something to slip over a dress or tank when it cools off at night is a travel savior.

Day Dress – We have a few jersey pieces in the Spring collection that you can completely ball up and won’t wrinkle, so amazing for living out of a suitcase.  Personal favorite is the Bouvier Jersey One Shoulder Printed Dress: it’s a perfect mix of downtown style and travel sensibility.

LBD – You always need to have a dress for a glitzy night out to make you feel like a rock star. Our Oleander Beading Slip Dress has a vintage silhouette with allover beading for a fun update.

What are some ideas for spring/summer ensembles?

Go short and show off your legs. Also sheer tops with embroidery or crochet detail in more conservative cuts perfectly mix coy and casual.  Until the weather warms up, throw a trench over everything and you’re guaranteed to look chic.

Any spring/summer fashion advice?

Always wear sunscreen and never miss a chance to wear color. The Tibi line includes so many fun prints and saturated hues, and summer is the perfect excuse to brighten up your wardrobe.

Monday, March 8th, 2010 | Accessories, Celebs, Fab Events, Fashion, News

2010 Oscars Red Carpet: Pinks, Blues and Gold All Over

By Samantha

The biggest red carpet celebration has just passed us by, the 82nd Academy Awards. But we wouldn’t let this day full of entertainment icons pass us by without discussing the fabulous fashions worn on the famous red carpet. This year, the Oscars celebration was full of vibrant hues from blues to pinks, with many starlets channeling the statue itself in metallic and nude tones. An evening full of ladies dressed up like real like princesses, these women are true style icons, and this carpet is their catwalk. So now, a rundown of the fashions at the 2010 Academy Awards.

There is no better way to start off than by the winner of the Academy Award for Best Actress, and America’s Sweetheart, Sandra Bullock. The celebrity icon looked statuesque and fit for her statue in a gold Marchesa gown and Jimmy Choo “Quiet” sandals. A true golden goddess, if we don’t say so ourselves.

Now, for the ladies in pink, and there were quite a few of them, in all shades of the feminine, flirty and perfect for spring hue. Anna Kendrick was a pretty pretty princess in her Elie Saab Haute Couture gown and a Judith Leiber clutch. Her co-star Vera Farmiga through hot pink out of the park in her stunning Marchesa number, and she pulled off the ruffles with perfection.

Next up is Demi Moore who was glowing in an Atelier Versace dress, Versace sandals, a Ferragamo Clutch and Van Cleef and Arpels jewels.

Rachel McAdams may have been my personal favorite of the night. Her watercolored Elie Saab Haute Couture gown and Ferragamo clutch were to die for. The dress lit up against the carpet, and the starlet looked like a real fashion icon.

Penelope Cruz, the on-screen siren, definitely looked hot in a Donna Karan Couture dress and Roger Vivier Haute Couture Folies clutch.

Singer, actress and all around amazingness Jennifer Lopez stunned in Giorgio Armani Prive gown and clutch with Cartier jewels and Ferragamo pumps.

Queen Latifah looked truly regal in her fabulous jeweled frock, and the lines of the dress are truly eye-catching.

From pinks to purples, Zoe Saldana’s dress was the talk of the night. With a jeweled top and a ruffled bottom full of color, she looked radiant from head to toe, and those shoes were seriously amazing. The dress was Givenchy, and we hope she gets to keep that stunner.

In line with Zoe Saldana was Charlize Theron who took a fashion risk. Love it or hate it, you decide, we are going with love. It is truly a high fashion couture piece, and if anyone can pull that off, it is Charlize. The dress was Dior Couture, as were the shoes, which she paired with Harry Winston jewels.

Now, the other favorite color of the evening was blue, although none of these ladies looked like they had the blues. From pale to navy and everything in between, navy is a safe color, but many of these ladies went far from playing it safe with their fashion choices.

First up, we have Maggie Gyllenhaal who looked like the belle of the ball in her Dried Van Noten gown, that looked a bit to us like the famous “Starry Night” painting.

Law and Order: SVU is one of my personal favorite shows, and no one truly realizes how stunning Mariska Hargitay is until she pops out on the red carpet. For the Academy Awards, the television star dazzled in navy Vera Wang paired with Fred Leighton jewels.

Mo’Nique went straight for the cobalt blue trend, and looked stunning in a Tadashi Shoji gown, Swarovski “Fan” clutch and Jimmy Choo “Clue” Platform Sandals. Her husband was quite the hot accessory, too.

Mariah Carey looked sexy yet totally refined in her Valentino number, with a stunning side slit, and H. Stern jewels.

Newcomer to the carpet, Gabourey Sidibe, maybe getting a ton of acclaim for her role in Precious, but we must say, she is truly taking some awesome fashion risks along the way. The starlet looked stunning in a gown by Marchesa and Lorraine Schwartz jewelry.

Stunner Elizabeth Banks looked positively glowing in her Versace blue-gray gown, with detailing to die for.

Los Angeles fashionista and designer Nicole Richie graced the carpet in a fabulous boho-chic ensemble. The dress was Reem Acra which she paired with a Judith Leiber clutch, Lorraine Schwartz jewels and Bally shoes.

Another popular color on the red carpet was metallics and nude tones, as if the celebrities were trying to re-incarnate the Oscar statue themselves. However, they looked dazzling in nude, which looked fresh and fun on the carpet.

Starlet Amanda Seyfried looked absolutely beautiful in an Armani Prive gown with Swarovski beaded detailing and Brian Atwood “Katie Bis” pumps.

Miley Cyrus looked age appropriate, fun and fashion forward in her Jenny Packham frock.

Cameron Diaz, Hollywood’s “it” girl, graced the red carpet in an Oscar de la Renta Fall 2010 collection dress with Cartier jewels, a Roger Vivier “Sesame” clutch and Brian Atwood gold satin “Wagner” pumps.

Kate Winslet played the part of the sophisticated, chic actress, which was not a stretch at all, in her Yves Saint Laurent dress and Tiffany gems.

Meryl Streep wore a dress by Project Runway alum, Chris March, which she accented with a Swarovski clutch and Jimmy Choo “Zena” sandals. The woman can do no wrong, I swear.

Trend-setting celebutante Diane Kruger failed to disappoint as she looked fabulous in her Chanel dress and Jaeger-Le-Coultre diamond bracelet.

Never is there a red carpet that passes that celebrities do not wear black. However, this year, the black dresses were bold and statement worthy, and nowhere near boring.

To start, we have Carey Mulligan, who looked fierce yet elegant in a Prada dress with “raso doppio tec” material, which she paired perfectly with Prada pleated “Duchesse” heels and a Prada clutch.

Country crooner, and total hottie, Faith Hill spruced up the red carpet in her black gown with black lace detailing. She looked rocker worthy and jaw-dropping.

Comedienne Tina Fey looked beautiful on the red carpet in a Michael Kors one shouldered gown, Jimmy Choo pumps, a Kotur clutch and Stephen Russell jewels.

And last, but certainly not least, is Sarah Jessica Parker. If there is a red carpet that she is on, she will definitely be note-worthy, make a statement and look totally fabulous. Tonight, I’m not sure if she was playing herself or channeling Carrie Bradshaw, but either way, she looked like the sophisticated, savvy New York City girl in Los Angeles. She brought her rays of sunshine with her, and woo’ed the crowd in her Chanel Couture gown and Fred Leighton jewels. The neckline was unlike anything I have ever seen, but the dress complimented with metallic rosettes in the front and back, was innovative, fun and dazzled on the carpet.

Monday, March 1st, 2010 | Accessories, Fashion, Giveaways, New York, News, Style

Lifestyling by Maria Gabriela Brito Giveaway

By Faith

We might be well into 2010, but with a new season upon us, nothing would do you better than to revamp your life. A little “Spring Cleaning” is in order and what better way to get chic and organized than with luxury lifestyle consultant, Maria Gabriela Brito.

Maria Gabriela Brito specializes in a selection of services to assist New Yorkers and visitors to the city in the areas of fashion, interior décor, wine and art: an assisted shopping trip for the perfect frock, a quick way to refresh your interiors, a crash course on wine (and which one to serve at your upcoming dinner party), a guide through the art scene, or just someone to take you gallery hopping off the beaten track? Lifestyling by Maria Gabriela Brito offers an insider’s view (and insider’s access) to many of the city’s best-kept secrets.

A former lawyer and Harvard grad with expertise in lifestyle areas and great personal style, she will  help you experience the true New York City and find out what you need in the easiest way possible.  Visit her website, www.mariabrito.com , including her blog. Maria speaks several languages so international readers are more than welcome.

Win a half-day working one-on-one with Maria Gabriela Brito from POSHGLAM, for the Lifestyling activity of your choice.

To enter, send your name, address, and your choice of lifestyling activity to Faith@POSHGLAM.com. For those visiting New York City, send your dates of availability. Contest ends March 12, 2010 at MIDNIGHT EST.

More images of Maria below.

Tuesday, January 26th, 2010 | Accessories, Beauty, Celebs, Fashion, Haute Press, News, Philanthropy

The Fashion Community Gives Back to Haiti

By Jessica

Compassion will always be in style. That’s why in an effort to lend a helping hand to Haiti, several retailers have donated proceeds of their sales and designed special edition Haiti-inspired pieces. Here is a list of brands that are dedicating their efforts, time and monies to Haiti earthquake relief. From a Ralph Lauren Haiti Relief Polo shirt to a Unique Vintage umbrella, these pieces will make you look and feel good all at the same time.

1-Ralph Lauren

Ralph Lauren has joined forces with the United Way to create the Haiti Relief Polo Shirt. 100% of the proceeds from the sale of the Haiti Relief Polo Shirt will be donated to the United Way Worldwide Disaster Fund, an organization that is providing aid to the traumatized nation. Shop Ralph Lauren.

2-The CFDA

The CFDA (Council of Fashion Designers of America) designers have created a $25 “Fashion for Haiti” Men’s and Women’s T-shirt, which benefits the Clinton Bush Haiti fund. “The tragedy in Haiti has affected everyone and most of us individually have given money for relief,” said Diane von Furstenberg, CFDA president. “However, I think it is now important to send a message and create a channel for funding from fashion as an industry.” The shirt will be manufactured by Theory. Shop CFDA and the following retailers starting February 12: Carolina Herrera, Devi Kroell, Diane von Furstenberg, Donna Karan International, Elie Tahari, Foley + Corinna, Generra, Giuseppe Zanotti, Intermix, Manolo Blahnik, Nanette Lepore, Ralphlauren.com, Rugby.com, Saks Fifth Avenue, Scoop, Tory Burch, Tracy Reese, Trina Turk and Zero + Maria Cornejo.

3–Alexis Bittar

Alexis Bittar donated 100 percent of sales from the online store to Haiti relief last week, from Monday, January 18th to Friday, January 22nd. The proceeds were donated to Catholic Relief Services for Haiti Relief, which gives 93% of its donations directly to the cause.

4-Diesel

Renzo Rosso (the founder and president of Diesel clothing) donated $250,000 to Yele Haiti, the foundation started by Grammy-award winning musician Wyclef Jean.  Renzo says, “I was deeply moved by the horrible tragedy in Haiti. I wanted to do something for the people and support the important work that Wyclef and his foundation have done and are doing for the island nation.”

That’s not all. Rosso’s heart has always been with helping the disadvantaged and that’s why he founded the Only the Brave Foundation in 2008, a non-profit aimed to empower and mobilize youth to end poverty. His donation to Yele Haiti will add up to another pledge to start an Only The Brave/ Yéle Haiti music studio in Cité Soleil, with the goal to use music and video production as a tool for social development.

5-Tracy Reese

Accomplished designer, Tracy Reese, was so deeply touched and moved by the human response to the Haiti crisis that she donated 10% of all the proceeds from the Tracy Reese boutique in Manhattan to American Red Cross during the weekend of January 15th.  You can still make a donation directly to the American Red Cross here.

6-Lindsay Lohan’s 6126 Collection

Lindsay Lohan’s  6126 Collection is donating 100% of all the proceeds from the Fame Leggings by 6126 to Save the Children, an organization that is conducting emergency relief distributions in Haiti on a daily basis. The Fame legging comes in Metallic silver and retails for $90 but is $65 for a limited time only. Shop 6126 Collection.

“It is truly horrible what has happened to the people and children in Haiti,” said Lindsay Lohan. “I believe every company should do their part to help by donating what they can.  Please help us do our part for the Children of Haiti by purchasing this 6126 legging.”

7-Bond No. 9

From January 14th until February 14th, 10% of the proceeds of the sale of Bond No.9’s Scent of Peace will go to the American Red Cross to assist Haitian communities impacted by the earthquake and provide immediate relief. Shop Bond No.9. Bond No. 9 Scent of Peace is also available in one of four NYC Bond No. 9 stores and Saks Fifth Avenue.

8-Studio Number One

Studio Number One (founded by Shepard Fairey) designed a special edition t-shirt to support relief in Haiti. 100% of the $15 retail price will be donated to the U.S. Fund for Unicef. Shop Café Press.

9-Unique Vintage

Unique Vintage is donating 20% of sales from their uberchic umbrella collection to the American Red Cross from now until the end of January. The umbrellas are $25 each. Shop Unique Vintage.

10-Play Cloths

In an effort to help Haiti, Play Cloths has redesigned their popular Jack T-Shirt with the Haitian flag. The shirt retails for $38 and 100% of the proceeds will be donated to Wyclef Jean’s organization, Yele, which is providing immediate relief to devastated Haitian communities. Shop Street Level.

Tuesday, January 19th, 2010 | Fashion, Fashion Week, Men

The Refined Rebel | Roberto Cavalli Menswear Fall 2010

By Jessica

As Menswear designers offer a parade of safe, preppy designs, Fashion legend, Roberto Cavalli, boldly goes against the grain. His latest offering is for men who bring that same youthful, rebellious spirit to their everyday lives: men who courageously venture away from the crowd and forge their own path.

An attitude of valiance and revolution defines the Fall 2010 collection which includes slim trousers in camouflage and plaid prints, leather and wool jackets with fur-lined collars and dinner suits characterized by military elegance. With a silhouette that emphasizes manly shoulders and narrows along the body line, the look is tailored, classic, masculine and edgy.

Roberto Cavalli’s collection is well-suited for men who express their personality through Fashion, thereby setting trends instead of following blindly behind them. Cavalli had this to say about designing the collection that is at once youthful and timeless:   “I wish I were younger and more handsome … creating this collection stimulated me and thrilled me … some pieces will be mine forever … personality doesn’t have an age.” His fearless interpretation of classic designs will win over both the young rebel and the refined Roberto Cavalli man.

For more information, visit Roberto Cavalli.

Saturday, January 16th, 2010 | Fashion, Haute Press, News

Function Meets Fantasy in Balenciaga Pre-Fall 2010

By Jessica

The future is now. That’s the message in Nicolas Ghesquière’s latest collection for Balenciaga where architectural shapes, bursts of color and printed palm trees live in perfect harmony.

Designing for the woman who views Fashion as art, Ghesquière imaginatively infuses an avante garde aesthetic with sportswear basics—the trench coat, pant, suit and dress.

Casual statement pieces, like dresses and jackets, become a walking canvas when painterly prints are splashed across the front. Pants and blouses are rendered artful and modern with futuristic shapes like curving backs, oversize shoulders and exaggerated hips.

Even the accessories embody the spirit of the future with tights in bold, primary colors and sky-high platforms inspired by the French industrial designer, Charlotte Perriand.

At once casual and supernatural, Nicolas Ghesquière’s reinvention of sportswear with ultramodern shapes and extraordinary color makes basic anything but.

For more information on the collection, visit Balenciaga.

Photos Courtesy of Style.com.

Wednesday, January 13th, 2010 | Fashion, Haute Press

Casual Luxury | Moises de la Renta for Mango

By Jessica

Most people would shy away from designing if their father was one of the most recognizable names in Fashion. Not Moises de la Renta. The adopted son of Fashion legend, Oscar de la Renta, Moises is boldly carving his own path in the industry and making a name for himself in the process.

After interning with Oscar de la Renta and Phat Farm, the 25-year old designer launched his own clothing line, MDLR, to rave reviews. Ranging from a Swiss-dot hoodie to a biker jacket with removable sleeves, MDLR’s premiere collection (shown above) displayed elegance, exuberance and a dose of unstudied hipster cool. The excellent craftsmanship and modern point-of-view won de la Renta a bevy of famous fans, including Mrs. Michelle Obama, who wore his custom-made sheath to a White House function.

In a shrewd business move, de la Renta is uniting his luxurious aesthetic with the Spanish sportswear brand, Mango. The result? Relaxed tees adorned with opulent embellishments like stones, jewels and even tulle. “My inspiration for this collection were the traditional romantic themes: from pretty patchworks with summer flowers in somber colors, such as rose, violet, grey and black, to graphic illusions which combine transparent effects, with shiny gems and adornments in between,” said de la Renta.

Moises de la Renta’s limited edition collection for Mango ranges from $36-50 and launches on March 1, 2010.

For more information, visit Mango.

Monday, January 11th, 2010 | Celebs, Haute Press, Los Angeles, Man Of Style, Men, News, POSHGLAMer

Man of Style | David Beckham

By Jessica

I, POSHGLAMer Jessica, have been given the very difficult task of picking a man of style, whose boyishly handsome looks, and debonair swagger, makes him fashion’s most irresistible icon. Sigh, what a tough job I have.

The first deliciously dapper heartthrob is none other than soccer stud, David Beckham. It’s only fitting that the husband of POSH Spice is as fashion-forward and suave as his wife, Victoria Beckham. In impeccably-fitting suits and a signature buzzed cut, David Beckham refuses to be upstaged by his fashionable other half.

Whether watching the L.A. Lakers game in a fitted tee, cap and aviator sunglasses or working the red-carpet in a monochromatic three piece suit, Beckham’s style aesthetic is always masculine, seductive and confident.

He is as comfortable in his soccer uniform as he is in a dashing, tailored suit or an unbuttoned plaid shirt and motorcycle jacket with a rugged pair of jeans.

Suave, without a doubt, but we love his scantily-clad, drool-inducing Emporio Armani underwear ads just a little more than his clothing choices.

Currently playing in the World Cup for AC Milan, Beckham is also kick-starting a career as a fashion designer. In the past week, the rumor mill has been abuzz with reports that David Beckham is following in the Louboutin-clad footsteps of wife, Victoria, and trying his hand at designing.

Beckham previously designed a Fall Men’s line for Adidas Originals by Originals which included classic-American designs and brightly-colored sneakers. His latest design venture will include a Full Men’s collection for the couples’ line, dVb, which leaves us with one question: do the clothes come with a set of chiseled abs? If so, women, everywhere, will be in line to buy his designs for their significant other.

Do you have a stylish celeb you’d like to nominate for Stylish Man of the Week? Email Jessica@poshglam.com with your suggestions and tell me why your man deserves recognition.

Monday, January 11th, 2010 | Fashion, Haute Press, News, Style

LUXE VS. MUST: Sonia Rykiel’s Pre-Fall Collection and Sonia Rykiel pour H&M

By Jessica

To the dismay of die-hard fashionistas, winter’s freezing temperatures call for clothing that keeps you warm but prevents you from looking cool. Leave it to the Queen of Parisian chic, Sonia Rykiel, to turn that stereotype on its head in both her latest collections.

Sonia Rykiel’s fabu-LUXE Pre-Fall collection renders a symphony of emboldened designs in unexpected hues like soft pink and fire-engine red. Her line of well-fitting suits, sheath dresses, structured pants and even overalls is defined by a lively yet decidedly feminine mystique.

Ruffles dance around the neckline of knit blouses, offering a quaint, ladylike touch while multicolor art nouveau prints energize the front of a black sweater dress. Accessories like cowboy hats and leather gloves add a touch of glamour and new-school sophistication.

In her MUST-have knit collection for H&M, Rykiel infuses each knitwear piece with verve, energy and attitude. Her spirited designs range from a pair of oversized overalls, worn with an off-the-shoulder striped shirt, to a rainbow-hued striped sweater dress that renders a cacophony of color.

The modern collection, designed for women and girls 1.5 to 8 years old, is brimming with imaginative styles like studded berets and shirts with cool graphic designs.

Sonia Rykiel pour H&M will be available in Sonia Rykiel boutiques and H&M stores on February 20, 2010.

For more information on Sonia Rykiel’s Pre-Fall collection, visit Sonia Rykiel.

Monday, January 11th, 2010 | Fashion, London, News

Sparkle like a Londonite with Giles Deacon

By Sophie

Hailing from good ol’ London, Giles Deacon has shaken the runways for the past few seasons. Joining the likes of Alexander McQueen and other forward-thinking Englishmen, Deacon’s Spring 2010 collection does little to bore the buyer.

Short-hemmed frocks in bright colors are enough to pull anyone out of their 2009 recession funk. The utterly  feminine flats and sunglasses are a bizarre throw-back to the 1960s.

Yet another interesting feature is the usage of metallics– in pants, dresses and footwear. Deacon’s looks are is funky Londonite meets New York fashion, all in one.

Photos courtesy of NY Magazine.