I do not support the purchasing or production of fake/knock off hand bags.
With that said, I also dislike websites such as Bag Borrow or Steal, Shoulder Candy, and other websites that allow people to "rent" expensive designer hand bags. If you're going to use a handbag for one week and then return it--- is it really worth almost a hundred dollars? Just for that one week? Then every week after that is another 60-something dollars... you might as well just save your money, buy the real deal, and use it everyday for the next three months and totally get your moneys worth.
These types of websites usually offer some hand bags up for sale-- after they've been rented out 1,000 times and, as I like to say, are "retired." But even then, if you're STILL going to spend 900+ dollars on that hand bag, wait another week's paycheck, dish out an extra hundred dollars, and buy it brand new.
The theory behind the whole process is extraordinary but in reality, purses are not CARS. They are practical works of art-- fabulous manipulations of leather, suede, and other tough materials. They carry a woman's "prized" possessions, her necessities for the day, and most of all many of her deepest secrets. You can't share that.
It's true, what they say. You never look in a woman's purse.
--Alicia
Saturday, January 5
Thursday, January 3
Double Take
Amongst many celebrities and totally random people at Paris and Nikki Hilton's News Years bash at LAX Night club in LA, there was a surprising RSVP from----
Yeah, Larry Birkhead. Random? I thought so too. After such a traumatic life at such a young, ripe age, I wonder who Dannilynn was with that night...?
Yeah, Larry Birkhead. Random? I thought so too. After such a traumatic life at such a young, ripe age, I wonder who Dannilynn was with that night...?
Wednesday, January 2
Forget the New Years Resolutions..
INS & OUTS for 2008
OUT:
-Red string bracelets
I believe these have been out for a little while now but I see them trying to hang on. They've had their final play and they're gone for good; at least until Scientology decides that red bracelets are a must-have.
IN:
-Silver and gold
Silver and gold seem classic and timely but they always reinvent themselves. Right now dazzle your wrists in silver and gold bracelets and bangles that have simple accents to them; Try diamonds and rare jewels in easy patterns/designs.
OUT:
-Thigh High boots with a short skirt/dress
For some reason this is a favorite look for Kim Kardashian and I can hardly say that she pulls it off nicely. I can't think of one person that makes high boots, 5 inches of skin, and then the hem of a mini look good.
IN:
-Knee high boots with leggings or tights
Go for the more subtle look. It's not the boots that ruin the ensemble, it's the bare leg. Try the boots with leggings or tights underneath your mini and it's sure to turn the look around. It will be more comfortable and it will look a lot less trashy.
OUT:
-Real Fur
It has nothing to do with PETA's attack on the Olsen's, I think it's just time. Not to say that no fur will be worn all year, but it seems to have faded out-- only the elitists will sport this look.
IN:
-Belted Trenches and Original pieces
Many of the celebs are sporting belted trench coats, thigh length and longer. Another hot trend is the idea of wearing original designs and patterns, people like Kate Hudson and Carmen Electra have chosen to go bold with black and white and red, grabbing a lot of attention from the paparazzi. Also looking nice are the return of men's blazers on women's bodies.
That should be enough to start your year off right!
Remember, it's not always about the changing trends, it's about how you work with what you have!
Until next time,
Alicia
OUT:
-Red string bracelets
I believe these have been out for a little while now but I see them trying to hang on. They've had their final play and they're gone for good; at least until Scientology decides that red bracelets are a must-have.
IN:
-Silver and gold
Silver and gold seem classic and timely but they always reinvent themselves. Right now dazzle your wrists in silver and gold bracelets and bangles that have simple accents to them; Try diamonds and rare jewels in easy patterns/designs.
OUT:
-Thigh High boots with a short skirt/dress
For some reason this is a favorite look for Kim Kardashian and I can hardly say that she pulls it off nicely. I can't think of one person that makes high boots, 5 inches of skin, and then the hem of a mini look good.
IN:
-Knee high boots with leggings or tights
Go for the more subtle look. It's not the boots that ruin the ensemble, it's the bare leg. Try the boots with leggings or tights underneath your mini and it's sure to turn the look around. It will be more comfortable and it will look a lot less trashy.
OUT:
-Real Fur
It has nothing to do with PETA's attack on the Olsen's, I think it's just time. Not to say that no fur will be worn all year, but it seems to have faded out-- only the elitists will sport this look.
IN:
-Belted Trenches and Original pieces
Many of the celebs are sporting belted trench coats, thigh length and longer. Another hot trend is the idea of wearing original designs and patterns, people like Kate Hudson and Carmen Electra have chosen to go bold with black and white and red, grabbing a lot of attention from the paparazzi. Also looking nice are the return of men's blazers on women's bodies.
That should be enough to start your year off right!
Remember, it's not always about the changing trends, it's about how you work with what you have!
Until next time,
Alicia
Tuesday, January 1
Happy 2008!
Well, Now that Christmas and New Years are out of the way.. I can finally get down to business. Expect big things in 2008, seriously.
Fashion week is already in the air-- that means stress. This season is hopefully going to be different; different shows, designers, sponsors, celeb. encounters, etc. Last season I ran in to Natasha Beddingfield (literally), Robert Verdi (always looking sexy), Nigel Barker, and before that Rachel Zoe, and so on and so on.
Anyway, I have a lot of shows that I'm looking forward to this time around but I'm so busy right now that it's going to come down to the weeks schedule and what I'm ABLE to go to.
I have a lot of projects underway too. So I'm very excited to be posting on New Years Day-- setting the tone for the rest of the fashion year!
'Til tomorrow,
Alicia
:)
Fashion week is already in the air-- that means stress. This season is hopefully going to be different; different shows, designers, sponsors, celeb. encounters, etc. Last season I ran in to Natasha Beddingfield (literally), Robert Verdi (always looking sexy), Nigel Barker, and before that Rachel Zoe, and so on and so on.
Anyway, I have a lot of shows that I'm looking forward to this time around but I'm so busy right now that it's going to come down to the weeks schedule and what I'm ABLE to go to.
I have a lot of projects underway too. So I'm very excited to be posting on New Years Day-- setting the tone for the rest of the fashion year!
'Til tomorrow,
Alicia
:)
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