Kenneth Cole Rain Boots…Fashionable, Practical AND Charitable!

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Talk about different…with their luxe motorcycle boot feel, not only are these rain boots the most fabulous ones we’ve found in a long long time, but buying them is totally justified! It was just brought to our attention by the one and only New York Magazine, that 100%, yes 100% of the proceeds from these rockin’ Kenneth Cole rain boots will be donated to the AWARENESS fun, in partnership with amfAR (the foundation for AIDS research). What better way to stay warm and dry this winter than in the hottest rain boots around, that cost you no more than a $98 donation to a great cause!

Xx ASK

Falling in love with stationery from Linda & Harriet!

Photos courtesy of: Linda & Harriet

In our minds, it used to be that fashion was all there is. But as we’re growing and spending countless hours writing thank you notes to all of those that have supported us along the way, we’re quickly realizing the importance of great stationery…in fact, we’re quickly falling in love with great stationery, thanks in large part to Linda & Harriet! Not only is their gorgeous letterpress technique an easy way to make sure you’re on top of the trends and personalizing your style through notes just as you would through clothing, but their cards are simply adorable…the colors, the design and most importantly, the message. “You’re the best” is expressed through a sweet little elephant guarding a chick from the rain (pure brilliance), “Happy Birthday” is accompanied by a tower of girlishly posh cake stands and blank cards are adorned with (could we be more excited) paper doll dresses! In addition to the fabulous wide range of classic stationery, L & H offers a custom collection through which you can create completely unique, incredibly personal invitations, announcements, notecards, the works. For more info & to purchase check out Lindaandharriet.com. Beware, you may find yourself with a new obsession.

Xx MAK

Shopbop’s Lookbooks Make Us Gaga for Fall!

Why is Shopbop brilliant?  Lookbooks with starring their own merchandise…editorial style ads that make us want EVERYTHING!  That’s why.

Gimme Some Leather Short Lovin

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I know everyone is starting to feel the tear between being saddened by the end of Summer and excited about the beginning of Fall…we’ve found a great way to transition in to cooler weather without feeling as though you’ve completely given up on your warm weather style…the infamously chic high-waisted leather short! With so many possibilities, you can merchandise ‘em up and make your own statement…over-the-knee boots, opaque tights, lace leggings, a blouson button down tucked in to the perfect vintage belt, an equestrian-chic plaid overcoat with ankle wellies? They may be a bit pricey but at least you get what you pay for. We are all about the leather shorts this season, and who knows, maybe for winter and even spring!

Xx MAK

Giuseppe is Genius, with Balmain he’s even Better!!

All of our readers know we have been loyal Balmain-a-holics since the beginning of time, never once allowing the love to die down…we must say we’ve always had a bit of a thing for the flashy but classy ways of Giuseppe Zanotti as well…so it was only inevitable that we have become mildly OBSESSED with their recent collaboration! Now in their second season together, they have introduced Fall boots that definitely take the cake. Zippers, buckles, swarovski crystals, the glam rock details are sure to make anyone feel like a style powerhouse. Get ‘em before their gone, this too good to be true duo won’t last forever.

Xx MAK

LLC is LLLovin…Color Blocked Chains!

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So sorry we’ve been MIA lately…we’ve been super busy scouting out the latest & greatest and right now we are absolutely LOVING color blocked chains by Rapz LA! We’ve discovered that the fabulous new jewelry designer has an unlimited array of jewels we are currently dying to get our hands on but these are just so totally unique, fun, edgy, polished, chic…have to have them now! Check out RapzLA for more fabulosity!

Xx MAK

Jimmy Choo for H&M…the best guest yet!

We just got word that the newest H&M guest designer, JIMMY CHOO!, will not only be designing a selection of shoes for the high street chain but will be creating an entire line, we’re talking bags, accessories AND ready to wear! The capsule collection will be revealed on November 14, 2009 and will be released in H&M flagship stores at the same time, with other locations to follow. Ranging in price from $59.99 to $299, not only will the coveted shoes etc. fly off the shelves but what’s more, the pieces will be available at a mere 200 stores worldwide…so you better be prepared to line up early! Good luck and godspeed…in our opinion, it sure is worth they mayhem.

Xx MAK

Hooked on Hooker’s Delight Martini Glasses!

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Simply brilliant! Not only do these fabulous Hooker’s Delight Martini Glasses have the perfect little hook for fishing all the goodies out of your drinks (we all know how much trouble we go to trying to elegantly grab those olives, cherries and perfectly pitted Lychees from our liquor drowned glasses) but they are also a dazzling accessory! What better way to adorn yourself during a night out on the town than with classy, glamorously bejeweled drink glasses! Gorgeous AND useful…who could ask for more? Find them at Greece is for Lovers!

Xx MAK

Genius Uncovered: Alexandre Vauthier!

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French designer Alexandre Vauthier has come to us like a beautiful dream.  A combination of strong shouldered, cinched waist jumpers that are oh so sexy and magnificently romantic, overly dramatic ruffle collars that are super girly in the boldest statement-making way, come together to create a collection that need only one word, Glamour!  Mixing dramatic details with rich fabrics, showing skin in the most unexpected places, and spanning decades of inspiration…it’s sultry, shocking, sweet, sassy, swank, basically everything but simple.  Vauthier has got it all covered, and in a classy, cohesive spread like nothing we’ve seen before.  Life. Love. Couture. has fallen hard for this one.

Wild for Wildfox Couture!!

When we recently stumbled upon a long sleeve T from Wildfox Couture, we thought it was adorable but let’s be honest, casual sportswear is a pretty hard sell on couture loving glamour girls.  Yet the second you get to the WC website and see their brilliant ad campaign, you will be sold on every piece they make!  Never before have we seen such simple, comfortable clothing look so chic…setting, lighting, make-up and sexy young, stringy haired waifs create just the right mix of allure, rockstar status and posh, flirty fun to make this vintage inspired, American sportswear brand an absolute must for every glamour girl.  Wildfox even sold us on (usually loathed) fire engine red lips.  Everything about this spread just makes you feel sultry & fun all at once, a feet not easily accomplished…we can’t wait for this fab Fall collection to go on sale!