Fave for Spring…Mixing The Best New Nudes & Naturals!
Photos courtesy of: Style.com and Shopbop.com
There are endless possibilities for the upcoming season, we’re so excited to see so many fabulous trends popping up in stores already. One of our favorites for Spring though is the effortless ability to look incredibly chic and sexy in a mix of nudes. Stone, blush, tan, taupe, mauve, camel…the options go on and on and the best part is that they are all looking just right meshed together. Find a few of the best new nude picks below…don’t be afraid to mix it up with natural toned shoes, belts & bags too!
1) Alexander Wang Spngy Paper Bag Pants - $345
2) Alice & Olivia Jesse Jersey Dress - $440
3) See by Chloe Cropped Leather Blazer - $795 and Vince Slouch Shorts - $195
4) Derek Lam Odessa High Heel Gladiators - $790
5) Report Signature Mazeau Wedge Sandals - $195
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Looking like a million bucks…either way
Photos courtesy of: Shopbop.com, Intheircloset.com and Shopnastygal.com
Alexander Wang Hanne Boots available at Shopbop.com
Jeffrey Campbell Morrow Combat Boot available at Shopnastygal.com
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L.L.Lovin’ Eye-Popping Yellow Under Black Lace!
Photos courtesy of (clockwise from top right): Outnet.com, Net-a-porter.com, Shopbop.com, Yahoo.com
Ever since we first laid eyes on Drew in her drop-dead Alexander McQueen lace number, we have been mildly obsessed with the bright under black lace combo…our fave of course is the beautiful bumble-bee combination seen in these smokin’ hot styles. The secret is to let just a little bit of lace hit your skin.
Clockwise from top left:
DKNY Floral Lace Tank Dress - $295 ($103.25 at Outnet.com)
Alexander McQueen Lace Print Leggings - $626
Robert Rodriguez - $385
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Win a set of Express thongs just in time for V-Day!
Photos & Sweepstakes Courtesy Of: Express & Express.com
Looking for a cute lingerie set for Valentine’s Day that benefits you this time around…Life. Love. Couture. and Express are giving away a fabulous set of “Confessions of the Week” thongs! Start over Sunday, Sleep in Saturday, Live for Friday, Therapy Thursday, What Happened Wednesday, Shop ‘Till You Drop Tuesday, Manic Monday…this Valentine’s Day treat yourself (or let us treat you if you’re lucky!) to a sexy little set of teeny thongs for every day that will be not only cute but super comfy & let your lingerie remind you that there’s always another day to look forward to!
One lucky L.L.C. reader will take home a set of size small Express Confessions Thongs! To enter, tell us in the comments about your favorite Valentine’s Day or why you would rather ditch Feb. 14th. The winner will be chosen at random on Monday, February 8th. Only one entry per household.
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Spring ‘10 Couture belongs in our Dreams
Photos courtesy of: Style.com
Playful pastels and mystical metallics swept the runway for Spring ‘10 Couture. From the futuristic structure seen at Armani Privé to the feminine lace and baroque romanticism seen at Chanel and Elie Saab, the catwalk was crawling with modern day fairies decked in ethereal fabrics and glittering embellishments. The soft palettes were definitely a breath of fresh air compared to the harsh neons still staking claim at Valentino (a show full of looks we’re not so sure Mr. Garavani would be fond of), we will definitely be dreaming in muted color this season. When in doubt, go for the Silver & Gold.
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New Bags…New Meaning: Valeria by Aaneta!!
Photos courtesy of: Valeria by Aaneta
We just got wind of a very new, very exciting launch…from the mother-daughter duo behind Aaneta handbags comes a new signature collection: Valeria by Aaneta. The collection basically blew our minds when we got a sneak peak at the luxe materials like painted snake and pebbled leather & the incredible details like exposed zippers and pyramid studded straps…all at unbelievable price points (we are talking genuine snake clutches for under $300!)
As if the excitement of a fabulous new bag line isn’t enough, the designers behind the brand, Ana and Valeria, decided it was time to give something back so they are donating a portion of the proceeds from the sale of EACH & EVERY bag to charity. They are currently working with an amazing organization called Project Night Night which benefits underprivileged children. We are so happy to be one of the first to share the amazing Valeria by Aaneta with the world…make sure you check them out, Valerinaonline.com
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If the shoe fits…
Photo courtesy of: Simply Shoe Obsessed
Talk about being princess for the day…Maison Martin Margiela has created limited edition glass slippers, just like the ones worn by Cinderella herself, of course. At $1,277 per shoe, the pair doesn’t come cheap, but then again…they are a true work of art so buying just one may not be such a bad move after all.
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When Bourgeouis Meets Dark Glamour…
Photos courtesy of: Michael Habachy
Photos courtesy of: Crate and Barrel, WS Home, Z Gallerie, Ikea
Most recently our shopping addiction has moved beyond clothing, shoes and accessories to include home goods. It is because of unbelievably inspiring interior designers like Michael Habachy that we are so taken with decor and the road to achieving fabulous home style. Habachy’s combination of monochromatic palettes, gothic glamour, royal luxuries and whimsy details results in sheer interior perfection. Now we know obtaining such a sublime atmosphere is no easy feat, nor is it cheap..but we have found some fabulously inexpensive ways to spruce up your chic living spaces, with the occasional splurge of course. We definitely lean toward the whimsical color scheme but our moto is a touch of drama is always best so don’t be afraid to go a little over the top…fur throws and mirrored accessories usually do the trick.
1) Crate and Barrel Dubois Mirrors - $159 for Set of Two
2) Williams-Sonoma Anderson Wing Chair - $1,250-$2,500
3) Z Gallerie Mariposa Box - $34.95
4) Ikea Ung Drill Frame - $24.99
5) Ikea Rens Sheepskin Throw - $24.99
Background) Z Gallerie Large Everglades Square Tray - $49.95
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Fuzzy Wuzzy Pre-Fall is Here!
Photos courtesy of: Style.com
Getting ready for Fall is always a fun transition, we’re pretty tired of spaghetti straps and sandals by that time and are already counting the days until we can pile on the layers. Getting cozied up is our favorite part so we were thrilled to see this season’s Pre-Fall runways were covered in fur, fuzz and feathers! From Michael Kors and Riccardo Tisci’s monochrome pallettes to the soft color blocking prints used by Phoebe Philo & Marc Jacobs, tailored skirts, heavily beaded dresses and knee-length swing coats are all adorned in piles of furry materials. While every designer certainly had luxury on the mind, their executions were very different: clean, sophisticated lines for Michael Kors, playful minimalism for Celine, the juxtaposition of masculine and feminine for Givenchy, baroque glamour for Naeem Khan; they all do their thing & top it off with the perfect amount of comfy fabulousness…we could not be more excited to pop our Pre-Fall fur collars.
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