INC Editor at Large, Kate Young Party at Le Bain

Models wearing INC

Last night I attended the launch party at Le Bain in the Meatpacking District for Kate Young celebrating her new title, INC Editor at Large for the brand, INC International Concept. Based on a few questions I received from people at the party I guess it wasn't clear that STYLIST, Kate Young styled the INC collection Spring 2012 campaign and did not design it. Anyway, the party was packed with fashion bloggers favorites such as Kelly of Glamourai and Emily Weiss of Into The Gloss.

Here are some images from the INC Campaign:

Doo.Ri for Impulse at Macy's Collection Preview

Doo.Ri for Impulse at Macy's

Womenswear designer, Doo.Ri is in great company with the likes of Karl Lagerfeld, Giambattista Valli and Matthew Williamson by launching her own Impulse collection at Macy's. Her affordable collection will be available on February 15th in 185 Macy's stores and on Macys.com. 

 I caught up with Doo.Ri at the preview today and she was all too nice to answer a few questions about her Impulse Collection.

What was the inspiration for this Impulse collection at Macy's?
I was really inspired by my studio, I wanted to bring my home of New York and often times what I'm inspired by which is Art and bold graphic prints.

What do you think your usual customer will take away from this collection? 
I really didn't want to there to be any distinction to what I bring to my own line versus what I bring to Macy's. My line it's really about elegant, jersey and all of those pieces I wanted to use for Macy's as well.


How did you feel about designing for a lower price point?
I'm all about the democratization of clothing. I love great design at an affordable price. If I can get my price point lower that would be great.


Would you collaborate with Macy's again?
I had so much fun! Everything is in the realm of possibility. They really made this such an easy and fun process for me.

Inspector's Pick of the Week: Club Monaco Neck Warmer

Club Monaco Neck Warmer available at Shopbop

Happy Monday!

I think it's official, it snowed over the weekend. Now I really believe that we are in Winter. I don't know if you can sense my excitement about the snow but regardless of that it's time to step it up. I love a scarf but a better and more glam alternative is a fur neck warmer. You can wear a fur neck warmer with your winter coat or just with an  everyday blouse to vamp up the chic factor.

This one is by Club Monaco available at ShopBop.com.

Please PETA unclench your paws, this neck warmer is faux fur.

Jenna Lyons at Lucky FABB Conference Video

 I hope your weekend is going great.
 I post this video of Jenna Lyons, Creative Director at J. Crew at Lucky FABB Conference because I recently watched this again and got completely inspired. Jenna grew up as an awkward child to being one of the most respected woman in fashion is truly admirable. The video I believe was taken close to two years ago but regardless she gives timeless advice to the audience about the drive and determination you need to work in fashion.


Enjoy!

Who To See at NYFW, All Male Designers?

Designers: Alexander Wang, Altuzarra, Marc Jacobs, Prabal Gurung and Proenza Schouler

A follower of mine on Twitter asked me, "who are you dying to see at NYFW?" My immediate response was Alexander Wang, Altuzarra, Marc Jacobs, Prabal Gurung, Proenza Schouler and Jason Wu. Then the follower implied that my all male list of designers are "killing the game the right now".

When I complied that list of designers it didn't come across my mind that all of the designers were... male.  I'm not a sexist or anything like that, I do have a few favorite female designers, but they weren't the ones that first came to mind. My other personal favorites during New York Fashion Week season is Nicole Miller, Karen Walker, Erin Fetherston, The Row, Cynthia Rowley and a few others of course. Let's be honest, many of the hot tickets during NYFW are labels by men.

Question: In the past five years in the New York City market which female designer is on the same level or close to the likes of Alexander Wang?

Karen Walker Coming To Anthropologie in March

Hi There by Karen Walker for Anthropologie

I found out some great news today, Karen Walker is bringing her stripes and full skirt girlishness to Anthropologie in March! I've praised Karen Walker a few times on this blog, so this collaboration was a delightful surprise. This will be the designer first time having her label in a mass retailer. Expect to see Karen Walker in 164 Anthropologie stores this Spring. 

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Are you excited that Hi There by Karen Walker will be available in Anthropologie?

Sh*t Fashion Girls Say Videos

These 'Sh*t (blank) Girls Say' has become an epidemic on youtube and other video sharing sites. I secretly want them to stop but honestly, these video are pretty darn hilarious.

There are two Sh*t Fashion Girls Say videos swirling the internet now. From watching these videos, I'm very guilty with some of these sayings.

Do you think these videos are an accurate portrayal of the typical 'fashion girl'?

Winter Footwear: Steve Madden Combat Boots

Steve Madden Troopa Boots

Someone recently asked me, "How do I look cool in these frigid temperatures without reaching for the UGGS?" Well, we all know that UGGS had there time in fashion history and still is practical for some people. However combat boots are a go-to item for many people now. I just came back from the fashionable SoHo and some many people dressed up these boots that were common among the men and women in the arm forces. (Don't ya just love fashion for that reason, jumping the sartorial boundaries.)

There are many variations of combat boots, so if you are  going to jump ship and purchase them go for real leather (if you can afford it) not faux. Real leather boots after a few wears will begin to look distress = looking even more cooler.

Anyway, these Steve Madden combat boots are pretty dope and less than $100.

Which do you prefer UGGs or combat boots?

Fancy Pants: Simone Marchetti

Simone Marchetti

Tamu from All Pretty Birds just posted these pictures of Simone Marchetti, editor at D-La Repubblica. Before this post I had no idea who Simone Marchetti was, but based on these rocking printed pants I definitely want to know more. Now that the Pitti Uomo, a men's trade show in Florence has started hopefully more pics of him will pop up. 

What do you think of Simone Marchetti's pants?

WINTER ESSENTIAL: Oversized Sweaters

Rihanna wearing an oversized sweater

A few people didn't like the above outfit that Rihanna wore recently. I'm a fan of Rihanna's music but way more for her sense of style. Her outfit struck a chord with me because even though it's getting colder and colder by the day here on the East coast, I haven't seen many people in the streets wearing an oversized sweater. Everyone is bundled up with their coats and scarves because of the frigid temperature. However I think that a luxurious oversized sweater paired with heels and a great pair of jeans a la Rihanna is perfect for 
the winter.

1. Alexander Wang

2. Wildfox White Label

3. Chloé

4. 3.1 Phillip Lim

5. Marc by Marc Jacobs

Will you wear an oversized sweater this Winter?