For Fall, in love with...

THE DRESSFrom Chloe, Trapeze Dress. Absolutely Amazing.
• Black.
• Bateau neckline; three-quarter sleeves.
• Front angled welt pockets.
• Button detail on back.
• 56% wool, 44% cotton.
• Dry clean only.
• Made in Italy.


THE BOOT

Chloe's stunning and versatile Quilted Ankle Boot. Yes I know I profiled this before, but what can I say it's perfect! We don't always have to be chasing after the next new thing.
• Black leather.
• Quilted shaft and quarter.
• Back zip.
• Platform sole.
• 2 7/10" heel.
• Made in Italy.


THE HAT
Raccoon Fur Hat from Intermix. Anyone who knows me, knows how much I love a big, dramatic (and very warm) hat. Ah, the statement piece!

THE BAGS (because a girl can't have just one)

Yves Saint Laurent Catwalk Small Flap Bag. This is just stunning. So chic.

• Black quilted patent leather. • Tonal topstitching. • Gold-tone hardware. • Shoulder strap. • Front flap. • 7 1/10"H x 9 1/10"W x 2 2/5"D. • Made in Italy.

Prada Chevron-Quilted Nylon Dome Bag. Very classy and quite practical.
• Gold-tone hardware.
• Chain and leather shoulder straps; 9" drop.
• Zip top with combination lock.
• Signature logo on front.
• Metal feet protect base of bag.
• Dark brown logo-detailed fabric lining.
• Inside: front slide pocket, 4"H x 5 1/2"W; back zip pocket, 5 1/2"H x 8 1/2"W.
• 10"H x 14 1/2"W x 6 1/2"D.
• Made in Italy.

TIGHTS, TIGHTS, TIGHTS!!

Wolford Satin Opaque 50 tights. These are wonderful with a bit of sexy shimmer and come in six great colors, navy and anthracite being my personal favourites!

Wolford Velvet De Luxe 66. The perfect absolutely matte tight in black.

Wolford Mat Opaque 80 tights. For some variety in matte tights, these come in five colors, isn't the fuchsia-like 'India' exciting!!

P.S. If you are looking for Wolford tights in the US, they can be found at nearly every high-end department store, boutique, and lingerie shops as well as these free-standing locations.

THE SWING COAT
Bottega Veneta Swing Coat. Ummm, this is buttery luscious and something to bring a little light to the black-heavy fall and winter collections (but, hey I'm not complaining!!).


Alexander McQueen Cashmere Swing Coat. A shorter swing in a traditional black. LOVE IT!!! I have a very similar vintage French one from the 50's and I can't tell you how wonderful it is. If the prices of these jackets scare you, look for similar pieces from the 40's and 50's at a higher end vintage store or show. They are easily found and much, much cheaper! Happy hunting.

P.P.S.
Sorry for the slowness in posting on my end, a lot going on here, including a big move. We'll be back into the swing of things soon enough though!

XOXO,
BG

Love it!: Chloe's New Fall Collection

In his first collection as the new designer for Chloe, I think that Paulo Menim Andersson did a great job (though I know many seem to be pining for old Chloe's more 'flow-y' look)....of course this is coming from a girl who loves dark colors and simple shapes.

Love the colors (olive brown, to-die-for), love the cuts and drape, love the simplicity. These are wonderfully wearable pieces to build upon....classics!


A smattering below.

Secretary Dress. Absolutely ADORE this dress. Stunning.

Silk Keyhole Dress.


Quilted Ankle Boot. And the boot to match.


Button Top. Simple, chic, timeless.

Printed Silk Top.

Thoughts? And what of designers taking a label in a new direction. This seems to be heralded sometimes, often lamented by others (Isn't change good?) who want labels to have a certain sense of continuity or in some cases downright scorned upon (think Marc Jacobs in the 90's with the grunge Perry Ellis collection for which he was fired--of course we all know how this turned out).

I think like anything its about balance.

xo,
BG

From Bergdorf's New Fall Missoni Collection:

A glimpse of Missoni's pre-Fall collection, new at Bergdorf Goodman. I actually tried this Ribbed Dress (at left) in Montreal last month (they pulled it from the 'special' back room as it had just arrived) and loved it. Now I have to admit, I am not yet a Missoni girl, I've always been a little scared of too much pattern and color...I know, I know, I'm so 'boring New York clad in black girl', but its true. So when I tried this dress it was a happy medium, dabbling in a little Missoni without all the color. Now some might argue, 'whats the point then'?, but even without the color you still get that wonderful Missoni fabric weave and delicate blend of silk and wool to pull off a beautiful shape and hang to the dress. Soooo for those of you that have not yet forayed into the world of Missoni, I would suggest this dress as a nice stepping-stone. I've heard like Louis Vuitton's it becomes an addiction! And hey there are far worse addictions than buying valuable, collectible, highly re-saleable pieces such as Missoni clothes and Louis Vuitton bags, right? Or at least that what I tell myself!


A few more pieces below:

Cashmere Turtleneck. With Ruching, love it!

Dotted-Striped Dress. So chic. So easy, just add tights and boots and your done.

Have a wonderful weekend dahlings!
xo, BG

Tory Burch Fall 07 Preview at Bloomies

Get your Tory Burch for Fall before everyone else...who doesn't love a little UES/Hamptons playwear?

Bloomingdale's
Thursday, May 31
5-8pm

Reservations:
212-705-2332

Shop here.

Chanel's Fall/Winter 2007 Collection Makes its North American Debut in Vancouver!!

Go Canada!

Chanel's Fall/Winter 2007 collection will make its North American Debut in Vancouver on June 8th!

Look Familiar?

Fashion Week Daily reports:
"Art patrons and fashion-lovers of the Canadian persuasion will get an eyeful at Vancouver Art Gallery’s Monet to Dalí Ball on June 8, where Chanel's Fall/Winter 2007 ready-to-wear collection will make its North American debut with a formal runway presentation. Aside from Karl Lagerfeld's creations, also on preview is the exhibition Monet to Dalí: Modern Masters, from the Cleveland Museum of Art, which features art from many of the greats, including Cézanne, Dalí, Degas, Gauguin, Manet, Matisse, Modigliani, Monet, Picasso, Renoir, Seurat and van Gogh. The black tie fundraising event will begin with a champagne reception in a Monet-inspired garden on Robson Square Plaza, followed by dinner and a live auction at the Fairmont Hotel Vancouver’s grand BC Ballroom, which will be transformed by the French fashion house to replicate the snowbound scenery from its recent show at the Grand Palais in Paris."

Now all those Vancouverites that I know (and you know who you are) get thee to the ball!

Oscar De La Renta Fall Collection: Available Now at Bergdorf Goodman!

The Oscar De La Renta Fall 2007 Trunk show has arrived at BG.
My favorite picks below. This is a fantastic collection.
It is SO SO beautiful.
Enjoy.

Pleated Sleeveless Dress
OMG. This is stunning. 100% silk, with pockets...Eeeee! Those components add up to practical and comfort too!



Enamel Beaded Embellished Dress
You have to see this up close to fully appreciate it.


Silk Blouse and Wool Trousers
The high waist trouser trend that I covered last month, so fresh and feminine.


Pleated Ruffle top and Silk Twill Pants.
This is actually from SS07, but I couldn't resist. Stunning details. Look: navy and black again!


Drop-Waist Dress
With Bishops sleeves, this dress has the most Amazing symmetry.


Double-Faced Coat
Love this cut in a coat. I have several vintage ones that I have collected with mink collars!


Lacquered Jacket and Flannel Pant
Love the skinny pant too!! Cigarette silhouettes are always flattering and sexy.



Basketweave Dress
Capped Sleeves and a front pleat, what more could a girl want?


Printed Wedge Slingback
Love the patent, love the half-bow.


Straw and Patent Slingbacks
These are just so cool!


Satin Clutch
Also comes in a Nude color. Perfect complement to most of these outfits. Adore the crystal hardware.


Gilded Suede Clutch
This is to die for. Perfect with a dress or jeans, dress it up or down. Love, love , love the gold accents (I know, I am always referencing the gold!!)

Beauty Alert: Pale Lips

Reminiscent of Twiggy and Barbarella, the runway was filled with images of the 'pale lip'. Sometimes paired with a strong eye, preferably smoky and sometimes alone, it is always a powerful statement. If you can pull it off with your colouring, do try, its fun. I have a British friend who regularly sports this look, and I am so envious of her care-free attitude towards it.

Oscar de la Renta, NYC, F07.

Vera Wang, NYC, F07.


Marni, Paris F07.


Christopher Kane, London F07.

To get this look, try:

Light Muted Pink from the "Barbie loves MAC" collection,



Barbarella or Belle de Jour from Nars,


Dahlila Flesh (a peachy beige shimmer) from Vincent Longo,


and of course the cult "pale lip" from Lancome (also available at Bloomies).

For a detailed 'how-to', check out this guide from Manchester, England (how appropriate!).

Bows

I am so in love with bows, always have been, from hair, to bracelets to belts. I love the look. Inspired by my recent new collection of French hair bows from the 80's, I found the following to take inspiration from in Chanel's Spring and Fall 2007 collections: