Hot Buy: Elemental Bangle Set ($24) by Urban Outfitters
This is a mix & matchable set of thread-wrapped and polished metal bracelets with silver and gold-tone finish.
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Michelle Williams was spotted landing in New York City early yesterday after an evening at the SAG Awards. Michelle wore a star-print dress with a tweedy coat and Isabel Marant ankle boots. We love her casual-chic ensemble. What do you think of Michelle’s look?
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- Watch this behind-the-scenes video of the making of Willow’s latest lookbook.
- Elizabeth Olsen discusses her sisters and her favorite food haunts.
- This is “Shit Oscar PR Girl says.”
- Watch Karl Lagerfeld interview himself.
- Garance Dore has a YouTube channel.
- Take a look inside the home of designer Charlotte Ronson… or try Mary Alice Stephenson instead.
- Alice Dellal discusses working with Chanel.
- Roberto Cavalli has a blog.
- Stylist Kate Young loves Tilda Swinton.
- Take a tour of Nanette Lepore’s studio.
- This is the Rodarte guide to Buffy the Vampire Slayer.
- Manolo Blahnik discusses good design, true style and the most tragic moment of his life.
- Spend 134 minutes with model Sara Ziff.
- Cathy Horyn reveals the dresses she would pick for the Oscars.
- This is what it costs to send a celebrity down the red carpet.
- WhoWhatWear’s Katherine Power answers 10 questions.
- Tavi is a cartoon now.
- Paulina Porizkova discusses being a former punk.
- Willie Christie discusses life with ex-wife Grace Coddington.
If you are in the market for something unusual for your Valentine, consider dropping a peaceBOMB on them. To be specific, we’re talking about the jewelry created by Project peaceBomb. At the end of the Vietnam War, Laos was blanketed by pieces of unexploded cluster bombs. Now, farmer-artisans are repurposing the scrap bomb metal into bracelets and other jewelry as part of a project called “Buying Back the Bombs,” which is led by sustainable fashion company Article 22. Each piece is handmade and therefore entirely unique, plus with each purchase, you will help to raise awareness and fund the clearance of unexploded ordinance from Lao fields. To find out more, head to ShopArticle22.com.
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• Receive free shipping and two free samples when you use the code VDAY12 at checkout. Expires 2/3.
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• Take 15% off handbags when you use the code SPRINGUPDATE at checkout. Expires 2/29.
• Take 15% off when you spend $175 or more and use the code SPRINGSPREE at checkout. Expires 3/31. Plus, receive free shipping on every order.
• Take 40% off when you buy three or more sale items and use the code STYLESAVE40 at checkout. Expires 3/31.
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• Take an extra 10% off sale items. For a limited time only.
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• Take 30% off when you buy any piece of Rachel Rachel Roy jewelry. Expires 2/6.
Although up-and-coming brand Georgie put out a stellar fall collection, the brand is made for spring. For proof, take a look at these images from the spring 2012 lookbook. To celebrate the new season, the brand has given its sought-after St. Barts pant, which is handloomed in India from 100% Jaipuri cotton, an ikat-print makeover. In addition, the spring collection features a pretty cocoa-brown version of the Ashley lace bellbottoms that the brand has become known for, as well as a selection of summer-ready separates—including printed maxi dresses, lace skirts, silky tank tops, and more. To check out some more images from the collection, click inside, or head to stores like Shopbop and Intermix to shop the collection.
Although part of the MAC Cosmetics philosophy is to pump out must-try new products, a key part of the philosophy is to tweak and enhance its current lineup, which is why the new Perfectly Finished spring 2012 collection has us so excited. This time around, the popular MAC Mineralize Foundation / Loose collection has been repackaged, and with its new look comes a new 188 duo fibre brush that will help you create that perfect “healthy glow.” The color palette runs the gamut from light to dark, so there is certain to be something for everyone, plus if you have a blemish, there is a new series of Mineralize Concealer products to help. The full Perfectly Finished collection will arrive in MAC stores, as well as online at MACCosmetics.com, on February 16. Prices start at $19.
• Alexa Chung has designed a teddy-bear for charity. [Vogue UK]
• The White House has denied rumors that First Lady Michelle Obama spent $50,000 on lingerie at Agent Provocateur. [WWD]
• Makeup brand Bobbi Brown is launching a competition in which customers can vote for their favorite discontinued products to be brought back. [BellaSugar]
• The office of California Attorney General Kamala Harris said on Monday that Brazilian Blowout products must now feature hazard warnings on the packaging. [WWD]
• Former Hugo Boss art director Bruno Pieters is launching a new brand, Honest: by. [Vogue UK]
• The CFDA has caused controversy after announcing plans to relocate its offices from the Garment District to Bleecker Street, despite previously championing the preservation of the Garment District. [WWD]
We have rounded up the best flash sale events from across the web. Here is what is happening today.
- Belle & Clive: Calvin Klein, Furla, Givenchy
- Beyond The Rack (Invite: RollingStone10): Gucci, True Religion
- Century 21: Aoyama Itchome, Corso Como, Leifsdottir
- Gilt Groupe: Corso Como, Matt & Nat, Z Spoke
- HauteLook: Aryn K, Improvd, Just Cavalli, Via Spiga
- Ideeli: BB Dakota, Steve Madden
- Ivory Trunk: 7 For All Mankind, Manolo Blahnik
- Mintbox: French Connection, Lord & Taylor, Yoox
- MyHabit: Kensie, Nicholas K, Only Hearts
- One Kings Lane: Belle Époque Art, Love in Bloom
- Rue La La: Skagen Denmark
- The Sample Sale: Stella McCartney, Valentino
- Vente-Privée: CK Calvin Klein
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Whatever your reasons—whether it is part of a new year’s resolution, you are embarking on a new career, or you are just plain ready—there doesn’t seem a better time of year to revamp your work wardrobe, and thankfully, Shopbop is in agreement. Shopbop has just launched a dedicated workwear boutique for the modern girl-on-the-go. You will find everything you need for a full wardrobe revamp—including suits and separates, posh pumps, blazers, sophisticated satchels, sheath dresses and more. And given that the boutique features brands like Thakoon, Vince, Theory, Derek Lam, Tibi, Marc by Marc Jacobs, and Club Monaco, there is no doubt you’ll be the best-dressed woman in the office. Head to Shopbop to check it out.
