Lela Rose Sample Sale

LELA ROSE SAMPLE SALE
Dresses, Knits, Pants, Jackets, Costume Jewelry, and Belts
50-80% Off Retail Prices
Cash & Credit Cards

WEDNESDAY, MAY 18 (9AM-7PM)
THURSDAY, MAY 19 (9AM-6PM)
FRIDAY, MAY 20 (9AM-6PM)

224 WEST 30TH STREET, 14 FL
BETWEEN 7TH & 8TH AVE)
NYC
212-947-9204 x 14

Blouse: Was $795, Now $425
Skirt: Was $695, Now $295


Sweater: Was $595, Now $295
Skirt: Was $695, Now $295


Dress: Was $1595, $Now 995

Lands' End Canvas Fall 2011 for Women

Lands' End Canvas Fall 2011 features tweed blazers, cardigans, oxford and poplin shirts layered with pops of orange, red and blue as well as fun stripes and argyle prints.

The key focus for fall is the new chino with modern, updated fits:
Heritage Straight - sits low on the waist with a straight leg from top to bottom
Stretch Rail Straight - sits low on the waist with slimmest, most feminine leg silhouette
Stretch Barely Boot - sits low on the waist with a fitted hip and thigh. Finished with a slightly flared leg opening
Slim Slouch - sits low on the waist with a more casual boyfriend leg and tapered leg opening that loves a roll or two

Now I can't remember the last time I wore a pair of chinos but I can't wait to try the green Slim Slouch, which is available starting at a size 0! The chino is an essential fall basic, so it's easy to add your own personal twist to it or dress it up with a heel and accessories.



Another must-have for fall is the reversed cardigan, which buttons at the back.





If you are layering your looks, a thin leather belt is a must! Love these colors!


Thin tie-belts - what a great way to reinvent/recycle ties!



These lavender clogs are super cute! At the top of my list are these wedge shoes. They come in red, green, brown and black.



I do a lot of walking around the city so a comfortable pair of ballet flats is also a must!

Images courtesy of Lands' End Canvas

- Kim Weling

Lands' End Canvas Fall 2011 for Men

Here's a sneak peek at the Lands' End Canvas Fall 2011 collection for men. The men's collection introduces the Vintage, Refined and Heritage chinos.

Vintage Chino - Most forward chino style in crisp, cotton twill. Hollywood waistband that won't grip your hips so it sits naturally lower. In Slim and Straight fits.
Refined Chino - More tailored. Softest cotton twill. Finished with authentic menswear detail like an extended tab closure. In Slim and Straight Fits.
Heritage Chino - Most casual, easy to wear style. Original, broken-in cotton twill. Finished with all the standard chino details. In Slim, Straight and Relaxed fits.

Cardigans in solids and stripes






The colored laces really make the shoes standout.


Images Courtesy of Lands' End Canvas

- Kim Weling

Rebecca Minkoff NYC Sample Sale

The Powder of Diesel Collection

On April 28th, Diesel and stylist Dani Stahl hosted a special blogger event for the Powder of Diesel Collection, including mini-makeovers by MAKE UP FOR EVER at the 770 Lexington Diesel store.

The Powder of Diesel Collection is inspired by "the world of cosmetics blushes, eye shadow, powder - with denim treatments enriched by colored pigments". Hand sponging, hand applied spots of colour and manual spraying techniques are also used.


Colored washes are a big trend this spring/summer, and I never thought I'd embrace pastels but as soon as I spotted the Zivy Skinny Ankle Length Jeans ($220) in Spearmint on Dani Stahl, I knew that was the pair I wanted.

I was surprised how well they fit when I tried them on. I love my jeans with a little stretch in them, and the Zivy is super-slim fit in the legs. Since the jean is ankle length, I am excited that I don't have to tailor them and also get to keep the zipper detail at the hem! Usually I'm a size 24, but that size was not available so I was so glad the size 25 fit! I love the slashed detailing and these jeans look super sexy when worn with a heel!



- Kim Weling

Favorite Gifts For Mother's Day

Here are some Mother's Day favorites, whether you are shopping for a gift or treating yourself!


Lodis Eve Mini Card Case, $38, Eve Smartphone Card Case, $58


Lodis Fireworks Zipper Card Case, $38, Secret Garden Joy Jewelry Pouch, $38. Belize Credit Card Case with Zipper Pocket, $48


Eric Javits Cell Wristlet, $185


Eric Javtiz Round Wristlet, $185


Martine Wester Crystal Bar Long Drop Earrings in Vintage Rose, $31.50
Martine Wester Serene Crystal Cluster Ring in Vintage Rose, $78.75
Martine Wester Serene Crystal Cluster Ring in Pacific Opal, $78.75


Allison Daniel Carly Earrings, $54,
Allison Daniel Daisy Crown Necklace, $88

- Kim Weling

Last Minute Mother's Day Gifts at The Plaza Beauty

Mother's Day is almost here and if you are still looking for a gift, you'll definitely find one at The Plaza Beauty! Here's a look at some favorite finds.

Rancé Soaps are triple-milled, handmade and produced in Italy. They are made with pure, natural extracts and cosmetic oil. These luxurious soaps hold their scent until they are completely used. Scents including Freesia, Olio di Rose and Jasmine Creme. I love the beautiful soap box, which contains 6 soaps.

Joya FvsS Parfums by Joya have unisex aromas housed in hand-cast porcelain bottles with perfume wands dipped in 22 karat gold. I find Joya's products to be artistic and unique.


Joya's perfumed soaps and handcrafted porcelain trays


I love TOCCA's Eau de Parfums ($68), with Giulietta and Stella as two of my favorite scents.


TOCCA has number of great gifts that are perfect for travel, including the Eau de Parfum Viaggio limited edition set ($45) featuring Stella, Florence and Cleopatra scents in three Old World inspired beautifully collectible 15 ml bottles. They are definitely fashionably petite!


TOCCA Delicato da Viaggio Laundry Travel Set ($22) contains four 2 oz bottles of laundry delicate wash in 4 signature scents - Touch, Cleopatra, Stella and Florence.


TOCCA Stella SPF 30 Towelettes are perfect for the beach, outdoor activities, summer trips, the gym or just carrying in your purse on-the-go. The Italian Blood Orange-scented SPF Towelettes have an effective yet lightweight sunscreen formula. It's packed with Vitamin E and B5, aloe and marine silk to help calm skin and soothe skin irritated by sun exposure.


Let's not forget TOCCA candles ($36, 10.6 oz)


So many luxurious products from Juara Skincare, including two trio sets for body or face, to help revivw and hydrate the skin with rich exotic ingredients. My ultimate favorite is the Candlenut Body Creme. The Sweet Black Tea & Ginger Mattefying Moisturizer will be perfect for summer. The light gel-creme is oil free and lightweight.

I can't wait to try the Glow on the Go Brightening Antioxidant Mini Ritual Kit, with fashionably petite travel sized products including Candlenut Hand & Body Balm, Rice Facial Cleanser, Tamaraind Tea Hydrating Toner, Tumeric Antioxidant Facial mask and Sweet Black Tea & Rice Facial Moisturizer.

A great gift from Jemma Kidd is the Hi-Shine Hydrating Glossstick SPF 15, which is a sheer, sun-protective gloss infused with light reflecting particles for instant fullness and long-lasting shine. I also love the products packaged in pink because it makes it easy to spot in your purse or cosmetic bag.


I have to say, Lucia Tristao Hair Designs make the best headbands I have EVER tried on. I have such a hard time finding headbands that fit, as most of the time they are either too tight and uncomfortable or leave a gap at the top of my head. These headbands are made of super soft, fine leather and fit perfectly! I feel as though the headband bends and molds to my head! The bows on the leather headbands are even interchangeable, or the headband can be worn without the bow.








Torregrosa luxurious handbags and small leather goods are made of premium leather, suede and exotic skins. Here are some of my favorite pieces. The size of the clutch makes it easy to fit everything you need for work (including an ipad) and then carry it around as a fashionable accessory after work for a night on the town.

Lilac and Plum Suede Clutch


Forest Suede amd Forest Green Caiman Clutch


Olive Palomino

- Kim Weling