Leslie Greene Shines With Jewelry Line

You may recognize Karina Smirnoff from Dancing With the Stars - she's one of the pros. She's rocking two pieces from the Leslie Green jewelry line: the Jovia ring and the Moravia earrings.

Gorgeous, no? The earrings retail for $835, and the ring for $530. A wonderful gift for any jewelry lover in your life. These pieces and more are available at the newly launched e-boutique, LeslieGreene.com.

Cyber Monday: Silhouettes

Visit Silhouettes.comhttp://www.silhouettes.com through November 30, and receive 25% off all purchases using code SILOCY. Silhouettes features classic and trend-driven pieces for plus size women at very affordable prices. This blouse, for example, retails at only $49, but you can get it now for $36.75.

IFB Weekly Roundup: Links a la Mode

Beyond Fashion

Edited by Retro Chick

This weeks Links à la Mode blows away any preconceived ideas of the narcissistic fashion blogger posting endless outfit photos and magazine shoots by covering a huge array of topics. Ranging from Dream Sequins whimsical birthday tea party to High Fashion Girls detailed examination of racism in fashion magazines, these posts demonstrate what we’re capable of and the communities we can build.

Of course, being fashion bloggers there are also some great outfits to be found and our bloggers this week have looked at: movies, from Bollywood to Sci fi; their pyjama drawers; and even their cleaning cupboard in their ceaseless search to bring you fashion inspiration.

As ever there’s many more exciting links on the original forum thread

Enjoy!

Links à la Mode : November 26th

• British Style Bloggers – Intrinsically Florrie on British Style Bloggers on how you can support the lovely Luella brand in it’s time of need
• Dream Sequins – The stylish guests at a virtual birthday tea party (Part 2)!!
• Fashion X K8 – The Fashion Blogging community being analoguous to “The Girls” in Quentin Tarantino’s Death Proof
• FashionHippo – Best Organic Lip Balms: 6 Natural Picks to Nourish Your Pout
• Fete a fete – Guerlain’s Imperial Holiday makeup collection review
• High Fashion Girl – Racism & Fashion
• Idiosyncratic Style – Idiosyncratic Style dares you to re-think the possibilities of Pajamas outside the house
• In Life and In Fashion – How to dress with Bollywood Flair
• Lillys Roses – The new charity tshirts by TV-Star C.F. for the eco label armeangels
• M.I.S.S. – She’s Crafty: DIY First Place Ribbon Accessories
• Mariels Castle – Are we trully free when it comes to our fashion choices?
• Oranges and Apples – What are charity shops for? Thoughts sparked by Mary Portas’ new Save the Children shop
• Prom Mafia – Happy Accident: How to bleach fun designs on your clothes
• Quirky Fashion – Movies that Inspired Fashion
• Retro Chick – Buy Audrey Hepburns Wardrobe
• Shoe Daydreams – Why Knock-offs are Bad for the Soul
• Style on a String – Confessions of an UGG Lover and Wearer (but only indoors!)
• THE COVETED – Coach Holiday : Review & Giveaway!
• The Demoiselles – Wing Tips: Finding a Tailor
• Work Chic – Win a Sondra Roberts SR squared Shopper tote!

Pink Fridays: Betsey Johnson Evening Dress

Just in time for those holiday parties which are right.around.the.corner, and I haven't given any thought to them either. Now is the time! And Betsey always comes through with what we need:

Evening Dutchess Open Back Dress by Betsey Johnson, $358. It comes in pink and black, but why would anyone pass up this sophisticated pink?

Sassy City Chicks Host Fashion Bash in NYC

Ready for a night out? Sassy City Chicks Fashion Bash is taking place Wednesday, December 2 at the Hotel Pennsylvania's Gold Ballroom from 5 PM to 10 PM. The Fashion Bash is a designer shopping event offering 50%-80% off clothing from DVF, Nanette Lepore, Marc Jacobs, Rebecca Taylor, Betsey Johnson, Theory, accessories including Coach purses and sunglasses from Dior, Prada, Chanel, Escada, Chopard, Gucci.

VIP tickets are available for $20 and general admission is available for $5. But wait! You can win a pair of VIP tickets for you and a friend! Visit www.sassycitychicks.com and enter coupon code 'RETRODIVAS10’ at checkout to get a pair of VIP tickets for ½ off ($10)!

If you would like to receive a pair of FREE promo VIP tickets, enter coupon code 'RETRODIVAS' and the first 50 people to enter the code at check-out win!

Have a wonderful time, fashionistas!

Volcom Says Give Jeans a Chance!

Volcom is issuing a call to action! Bring your old jeans to a participating local store to help out the National Coalition for the Homeless. If you donate one pair of jeans, you are automatically entered to win a year's worth of Volcom jeans.

Visit the digital short here: "Give Jeans a Chance".

Rebecca Minkoff Holding Online Sample Sale Black Friday through Cyber Monday

Fully Caught Up in the Vampire Craze?

New Moon has been released, and you faithfully stood in line for the midnight screening. You've invested in the various Twilight makeup collections, and you have your Team Edward t-shirt. All you're missing at this point is the jewels, baby.

You're ready for Demitasse Jewelry. The line starts at $36 and goes upwards of $110.

Visit them at DemitasseJewelry.com. Be sure to check out the amazing Demitasse collection - there are so many things there that I absolutely covet - and the story behind them is interesting:

LA-based designer Rachael White established her fine jewelry line, Demitasse, in 2006. French for half-cup and an emblem of privilege, Demitasse reinvents the opulence of antique tableware and serving pieces into fine jewelry of gold, diamonds and sapphires. In early 2000, while sitting in a doctor’s waiting room, Rachael stumbled upon an article about antique silverware that sparked her interest. After months of researching flatware she became convinced people had forgotten what it meant to entertain at home and that food is a luxury that should be cherished as it once was.

Shop Consignment From Your Own Computer

I love, love, love shopping in consignment stores. It's the thrill of the hunt, and finding that one item that you know you won't find elsewhere, and it's in exactly your size! And the money you can save, well, I've found some amazing bargains in consignment shops (such as a Burberry sweater and skirt set for $150).

Tra Tutti brings the consignment shopping experience to your very own computer. Put your jammies on, have a cup of tea, and browse through the virtual racks at Tra Tutti. I guarantee you will find something so cute you'll die at a price you can truly afford.

Trust me, put those endless eBay searches behind you and do your resale shopping this way. You won't be sorry that you did.

Know of other online shops like Tra Tutti? Leave 'em in the comments!

Style This Tunic by Norma Kamali and Win $500

The All in One Tunic was designed by Norma Kamali in 1974 and countless looks have been created since then. However, if you think you have a new and fresh idea to style this gorgeous tunic, then you need to enter the contest and perhaps win $500! Just follow these steps to enter:

1. Post photos of yourself on the Norma Kamali Facebook fan page showing how many ways you styled the All in One. Feel free to show it styled with different accessories.
2. Enter the contest and you will receive a wellness gift from Norma Kamali with your purchase of an All in One Tunic. Shop now at Norma Kamali online.
3. Norma Kamali will pick the best stylist showing the most creative way of styling the tunic.
4. The winner will receive a $500 gift certificate towards any clothing purchase at Norma Kamali.
5. Norma will present the certificate via Skype - this will be a great time to ask questions and offer suggestions.

Good luck!

The Cyber Monday Madness Begins!

The offer: 30% off new items, 50% off sale items

The code: MONDAY

The details: Goldyn brings the shopping experience of Bergdorf’s in New York or Fred Segal in Los Angeles to shopper’s doorsteps via the Internet, trunk shows, pop-up stores and personal stylists. The artfully assembled site carries over forty different designers including Loeffler Randall, Heimstone, Rebecca Minkoff, Crispin & Basilio, Manoush, American Retro, Kain Label, Charlotte Ronson, Madison Marcus, BGN and many more.

Rue La La and Elle Team Up to Bring You the Perfect LBD for Your Holiday Party

Still don't have a LBD for the holidays? Now is a perfect time to grab one. Rue La La will launch the exclusive ELLE Little Black Dress Boutique on Monday, November 23 at 11AM…available for 48 hours only at RueLaLa.com. Shop chic selections at 30-80% off retail! Rue La La partnered with Violet Moon Gaynor, Senior Fashion & Accessories Editor at Elle.com, to hand pick 16 dresses from top fashion designers creating a covetable selection of LBDs:

• Badgley Mischka
• Carmen Marc Valvo
• Laundry
• Robert Rodriguez

Not a member of Rue La La? No problem, just click here to join up: www.ruelala.com/invite/retrodiva

Tired of Boring Rain Boots?

Perfect alternative to high, unattractive, and boring Wellies.

Ankle Boot by Omelle

Absolutely gorgeous.

Why, Kate Spade! You Saucy Girl!

I am not going to lie, I would rock this necklace all day and night. Who would have thought I'd find something I love at Kate Spade?

Disco Fever necklace, $295

Introducing Hazel & Harlow Jewelry

I'm thrilled to present to you Hazel and Harlow jewelry. All pieces are made out of sterling silver and gold vermil, and are hand etched and hand carved. They are just absolutely beautiful, and set with topaz stones. Prices range from $50 to $500.

From now through the 19th of November, Hazel and Harlow will be offering all Closet readers a 30% discount! Just enter RETRO09 at checkout.

Sales: Payless is Running Their BOGO Again

It's that time again: Payless BOGO - Buy One Get One Half Off Everything. Here are my picks for the sale:



Whitney Cuff Boot: $37.99. I love the modern look of this ankle boot - it's very edgy and now.




Anstin Point Flat: $19.99. A gray flat couldn't be more modern right now.




Khandy Pointed Toe Slingback: $26.99. Because this is incredibly festive for the holidays. With a shoe like this, all you need is a simple black dress.

Quick and Painless Wardrobe Update: Marina Makaron Scarves

I adore scarves, and tend to wear them more in the cooler weather than I do in the warmer months. I know that scarves have been a bit played out lately, but I don't think that a classic scarf will ever truly go out of style.

Marina Makaron Moscow makes some absolutely gorgeous scarves, and the best part is that they come directly from one of my favorite places in the entire world: Moscow. Many of the prints (especially in the Home Collection) appear to be based on traditional Russian art and Eastern European folklore, which I find especially beautiful.

The Silk Fantasies collection is available in both oblong and square shapes and run anywhere from $155 to $195. The Silk Chiffon collection is light and airy, with abstract floral shapes, and are available for $180.

Unfortunately, these are only available in a few select boutiques in Pennsylvania, and of course in Moscow. However, you can email them directly for more product information.

Lady Gaga Crowned "Stylemaker" at the Accessories Council's ACE Awards

She calls her fashion sense "performance art." What do you think? Are you inspired by Lady Gaga's style, or is it just too over the top?

Rowenta Wants to Send You to NYFW

Rowenta, the maker of some truly amazing irons (I actually own one, not that I like using it), is holding a super fab contest. Enter to win a trip to NYC for two to Mercedes Benz Fashion Week in February, 2010! They will be showing all the fall collections, so it's a great time to go. Plus, I will be there! We will have lunch! The prize includes round trip airfare for two, three nights in a hotel, tickets to NYFW, select meals, and a $1000 shopping spree.

But you have to enter to win, so head on over to http://rowentasweepstakes.com/. Good luck!

Here are the latest sales at ideeli, if you're as addicted to it as I am!

Tuesday, Nov. 3
Karoo
Sweaters
Save up to 78% off

Lucca
Contemporary
Save up to 70% off

Designer Denim (Antik, Earnest Sewn, Earl Jean, Seven, more)
Save up to 73% off

InShuti
Hand made scarves
Save up to 64%

Wednesday, Nov. 4
Holly Morgan Designs
Contemporary
Save up to 70%

Carla Mancini
Prices unavailable

Kowboys
Contemporary Knits
Save up to 71%

Thursday, Nov. 5
Jessica Simpson
Shoes
Save up to 50%

Bindya
Scarves
Save up to 62%

Fashion for Autism: La Vie En Rose by Edwing D'Angelo

Columbian-born fashion designer Edwing D'Angelo is sponsoring Fashion for Autism: Be Significant "Raising Awareness".

Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASP) is one in a group of series of developmental problems that appear in early years of childhood, usually before age 3. Although symptoms and severity vary, all autism disorders affect a child’s ability to communicate and interact with others. Families of children diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder diagnosis may feel hopeless and trapped and need to be aware that there are competent services in their communities that can educate and assist in creating an atmosphere that will create a higher quality of life for their child/children.

Fashion's Night Out Returns for 2010

    

I had an amazing time at Fashion's Night Out this past September. I ran around NYC with Paula of Older Girl Beauty, and while we got lost somewhere in Chelsea, we managed to make the most of our night. Hopefully she'll hang out with me in 2010, because they are doing FNO again!

From the press release:

New York, New York-October 29, 2009-Mayor Michael R. Bloomberg, Vogue, the Council of Fashion Designers of America (CFDA) and NYC & Company-the city's marketing, tourism and partnerships organization-today announced the return of Fashion's Night Out (FNO) on September 9, 2010.  Coming off the successful first-ever Fashion's Night Out for the City, next year's event will look to continue to support the fashion and retail industries across the five boroughs.  A key focus for 2010 will be to attract new participants in addition to the more than 800 stores that took part in this year's event and to provide a boost to the overall economy.  Next year's event will again be marked by events and promotions across City stores featuring some of the fashion and retail industries top designers and leaders.

"The numbers are in, and it's clear that Fashion's Night Out was a tremendous success," said Mayor Bloomberg.  "Thousands of New Yorkers attended the events in all five boroughs, supporting the City's retail and fashion industries and helping a worthwhile cause. It's sure to be an even bigger event in 2010."

"We were absolutely bowled over by the response to Fashion's Night Out. It was only fifteen minutes after the event began and we were getting reports about lines around the block at stores throughout the city," said Vogue editor in chief Anna Wintour. "It was wonderful to see people embrace this initiative, and we are thrilled that they wish it to return."

Fashion's Night Out successfully raised awareness for fashion and helped build consumer confidence-with thousands of people joining the festivities at stores including Barneys New York, Macy's, Saks Fifth Avenue and Payless ShoeSource.  An independent study conducted by ShopperTrak, estimated a 50% increase in retail foot traffic and NYC & Company's own post-event survey of 1,300 consumers reported 75% purchased merchandise during FNO.

"Shopping and fashion have long been a staple of the New York City experience," said NYC & Company CEO George Fertitta.  "Fashion's Night Out gave us all the opportunity to enjoy ourselves and support something that is quintessentially New York.  We look forward to the return of FNO in 2010, and are ready to rally the City and the industry once again for this important program."

"To have designers in stores to celebrate and start a shopping season is the best idea for everybody," said designer Diane von Furstenberg.  "It creates excitement and lots of business!"

The NYC & Company survey also reported that two-thirds of consumers questioned visited stores they had never been to before and 61% visited neighborhoods outside of their work and residential areas.

Be sure to check out the official FNO website at http://www.fashionsnightout.com/, and they have a Twitter account too: search for @FNONYC to keep up with all the news.