Monday, May 19, 2008

R.J. Graziano Sample Sale ... get your JEWELS while they last...

When? May 19, 20, 21
Hours? 11:00 AM-5:30 PM
Where? 389 Fifth Avenue 3rd Floor (310) Cross Street : 36th and 37th Street
Phone? 212- 685-3737
Payment? Cash or Credit Card (VISA, MASTER CARD, AMEX)

R.J. Graziano's prestigious jewelry is on sale at wholesale and below prices. This magnificent assortment of luxurious fashion jewelry includes all of the season's hottest trends. You have seen these designs in all the major fashion magazines and catalogues - now is your chance to buy them for a fraction of the retail prices!!!

Some of my favs are their BANGLES ...

Sunday, May 18, 2008

Jordin & Jill show off for the plus-size girls...

I must admit...I stopped watching American Idol when Ruben studdard won (I know!) ... so I never caught Jordin Sparks in action..however the stylist in me is very impressed with her style! I LOVE LOVE LOVE when young women look like young women and NOT hoochies (for lack of a better word)! Doesn't it seem like the "industry" forces young women to look over-sexed and no one EVER looks like a teenager anymore???

Anywho...on to the question of the week by FELICIA:

Question: I recently saw Jordin Sparks(American Idol) in Essence Magazine. Do you happen to know what size she is wearing? I'm also curious to know if the designers she is modeling tend to design for plus size women? Thanks!

Answer: Jordin Sparks is about a 10/12 dress and stands 5'10! But she is very happy about her size... very refreshing in an industry that is obsessed with "thin is in"! Jordin tends to favor empire style dresses and tops -- http://www.torrid.com -- has tres chic and trendy options for all things plus-size (not to mention Jordin started her modeling career at Torrid!). In the Essence Magazine article, Jordin is wearing dresses by: KLS Collection, Nicole Miller, Adam and Plenty by Tracey Reese.


KLS Collection is Kimora Lee Simmons high-end collection with sizes ranging from the very petite to the plus size glamazon! Miss Simmons also has a special section to the website designated esp for 14-24 sized women ... check it out at: http://www.babyphat.com/


I LOVE NICOLE MILLER dresses! They are so comfy and very cute of course! Nicole Miller goes up to size 12...HOWEVER...some dresses that offer more stretch and depending on the style can also fit a 14. Shop at: http://www.nicolemiller.com/



ADAM by ADAM LIPPES goes up to a size 10. It offers the cutest empire waist dresses for the summer at: http://www.bluefly.com/
PLENTY by TRACEY REESE goes up to a size 12 ... PLENTY is uber-fab, African-American, fashion designer, Tracey's Reese's, creation of pieces for the young, fresh & budget conscious fashionista! You not only get FREE shipping, but you can also shop from all three of Tracey's collections: http://www.tracyreese.com/.


While, I loved Jordins dresses....did we also get a look at JILL SCOTT'S dresses in the mag! Very sophisticated, yet fun! They were by Pamela Macklin for DeanZign. Check out the website for more info on where to buy call: 323.230.6761 ... the website isn't very updated...sorry!


More on how Jordin Sparks LOVES her body...




Tuesday, May 13, 2008

JOBS Galore....

ALEX WOO:
Reply to: mailto:jobs@alexwoo.com?subject=%20Fashion%20-%20Administrative/%20Office%20Assistant%20(Midtown)Date: 2008-05-13, 12:32AM EDTBoutique Fine Jewelry company is seeking an entry-level Administrative/ Office Assistant We are seeking an assistant to support Customer Service, Sales, and Operations. This is a full-time, entry-level position with great potential for growth in a fast paced, but fun environment. Ideal for recent college graduates with a strong interest in Fashion and/or Jewelry. All applicants must be energetic, detail-oriented, organized, with the ability to work independently, and be able to multi-task. Some responsibilities include answering phones, data entry, filing, mailing, fulfilling orders, receiving and taking inventory, running errands in the city and working in retail when required. Applicant must have excellent written and verbal communication skills. Proficiency in MS Word and Excel are required. Candidate should have previous internships and/or experience in fashion, jewelry, or retail. Benefits include health insurance, paid vacation and holidays. Interested applicants should visit our website at http://www.alexwoo.com./ Please send your résumé and cover letter to jobs@alexwoo.com. Note: Please enter "Administrative/Office Assistant" in the subject line. Only candidates whose backgrounds and skills closely match our requirements will be contacted during this search. All résumé submissions MUST include a cover letter to be considered. We will only accept resumes in a text or MS Word format. Please do not call our office

ALSO AT ALEX WOO:
Reply to: jobs@alexwoo.comDate: 2008-05-13, 12:24AM EDTBoutique Fine Jewelry company is seeking an entry-level Public Relations and Sales assistant. We are adding to our team, and are seeking an assistant to support PR, Communications, and Sales. This is a full-time, entry-level position with great potential for growth in a fast paced, but fun environment. Ideal for recent college graduates with a strong interest in Fashion PR and Sales. All applicants must be outgoing, have excellent written and verbal communication skills, be highly organized, energetic, detail-oriented, with working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel. Candidate should have previous internships and/or experience in fashion, jewelry, or public relations. Benefits include health insurance, paid vacation and holidays. Interested applicants should visit our website at http://www.alexwoo.com. Please send your résumé and cover letter to jobs@alexwoo.com. Note: Please enter " Fashion PR and Sales" in the subject line. Only candidates whose backgrounds and skills closely match our requirements will be contacted during this search. All résumé submissions MUST include a cover letter to be considered. We will only accept resumes in a text or MS Word format. Please do not call our office.

JOEY SHOWROOM:
Reply to: job-677418678@craigslist.orgDate: 2008-05-12, 10:47AM EDTJoey Showroom, is looking for an exceptional candidate for sales assistant. Job title includes invoicing, order confirmation, appointment scheduling, and assisting with trade show organization. You must be extremely organized, proficient in computing skills including excel, and be very motivated. Prior experience in wholesales is expected. Outstanding interpersonal skills and communication is crucial. This is a very demanding position, but a great opportunity to break into the fashion world with one of the best contemporary showrooms. Joey Showroom represents 12 designers including Black Halo, Modern Amusement, Bensoni, Matt & Nat, Christopher Deane, Rhys Dwfen to name a few. We sell to the best department stores and specialty stores around the world. All applicants must have a firm grasp of the contemporary fashion market. This is a full time position, salary with health benefits and 401K
Compensation: Salary, Health Insurance, 401K

Sunday, May 11, 2008

GET YOUR SHOP ON....

Who? The Uptown Emerging Designers Market
What? EXCLUSIVE SHOPPING, shopping & more shopping for cutting-edge designers of apparel and accessories -- some very well known .. others not so well known, BUT equally FAB!Guest DJs spinning contemporary hip-hop, old-school classics, house and world music. Complimentary cocktails and gift bags!
When? Saturday, May 17th and Sunday, May 18th
Where? The Hip-Hop Culture CenterMagic Johnson Theater, 2nd Floor 2309 Frederick Douglass Boulevard New York, NY 10027Time? 11am - 7pm
To RSVP, please email: rsvp@uptownedm.com

I'll always LOVE my MOMMA cause she's my favorite girl....

HAPPY MOTHER'S DAY ... to all the fashionable mothers out there!!! In honor of the occassion..I give you celebs and their eqaully FAB mommas...








Saturday, May 10, 2008

Friday, May 9, 2008

Red Carpet Watch -- Met Costume Institute Gala

One of my personal favs of the night....KIMORA LEE SIMMONS in KEVAN HALL....



QUEEN IMAN looking FAB in RED.....



BEYONCE in ARMANI PRIVE....



THANDIE NEWTON.....


MJB in all black...

EVA MENDES in CALVIN KLEIN with DAVID WEBB JEWELS....

EVA LONGORIA PARKER in MARCHESA...

JENNIFER LOPEZ in ALBERTA FERRETTI...


TOM & KATIE CRUISE in ARMANI...


VENUS being captured by ANDRE LEON TALLEY...


FASHION DESIGNER, ZAC POSEN in a super man inspired suit...

I expected something more "off-beat" from FERGIE ..


NO comment on JOY BRYANT's dress ... I still love her though :o)


JULIA ROBERTS in ARMANI with the designer (he outfitted a number of celebs for this)

KARL LAGERFELD working it! You gotta love him!!!

SUPERMODEL KAROLINA KURKOVA in VERA WANG...


DIANE VON FURSTENBERG in her own design...


DITA VON TEESE in MARCHESA with CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN (we love him!)



ANNA WINTOUR in CHANEL HAUTE COUTURE ... no PRADA today!


ANDRE BENJAMIN ... only he can get away with that hat!



Saturday, May 3, 2008