Spring 2011 Inspiration - Mexico

Fashion Emporium Editor — Thu, 14 Apr 2011 12:53:41 EDT

I spent last week on a job working with a stylist on a shoot in San Miguel Allende Mexico. What struck me most about the little city was that color and detail was everywhere. From the little shops, to the buildings to the patterns on the doors. It seemed as if it was built just for us to shoot there.

So why not try to have a little fun this summer with your clothes? If you cant visit the destination, bring it to you. Mix patterns and colors without worrying about matching them perfectly. This dress from Marc by Marc Jacobs is a bit blatant, but any bold colored graphic pattern will do. Think ethnic charms with beads and raffia. In Mexico, idolatry is everywhere, and this cuff by
Virgins, Saints and Angels is actually made in San Miguel Allende!

Soon, you'll feel as if you left the world of basic black and journeyed to the other side of the world.

VSA Virgins Saints and Angels Jewelry Capsule Collaboration- The Kardashians

Fashion Emporium Editor — Tue, 02 Feb 2010 16:39:42 EST

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I admit, I don't really watch reality television. I've even worked as a stylist assistant on these types of shows. Sometimes I do think the premise of the shows have the best intentions, like the program I worked on called Bank of Mom and Dad that aired on SoapNet with host Farnoosh Torabi. If you've never heard of Farnoosh or the show, its about women who need help getting their finances in line and Farnoosh is just the one to do it.

As for "Keeping up with the Kardashians," I have never watched the show but I know plenty of people that have. You know this site isn't a celebrity-based gossip site but I love jewelry line Virgins Saints and Angels by CFDA inductee, Cheryl Finnegan.

I first saw the collection at a market appointment and was blown away by the intricate pieces. What was more impressive to me is that each piece had a meaning behind it. Ms. Finnegan uses Gods, Goddesses, Gypsies, Angels, Hamsas, Hearts and their signature design the San Benito. Even if you're not such a believer in such things, the pieces have such a cool goth-rock-chic feel that you'll want to wear it anyway.

With such a strong celebrity following (including my personal favorite, John Galliano), it was a logical next step for VSA to team up with the fans of the line, the Kardashian sisters, creating an Armenian inspired line.

Says Kim Kardashian, “Being Armenian has always been a huge part of our life growing up and I can’t wait to share our culture and heritage with everyone! Armenia is a culture rich in tradition, and with the help of Virgin Saints & Angels we were able to captivate it’s very essence by designing a unique line of jewelry reflecting and honoring our Armenian roots.”

And they are unique! Check out these plated in sterling silver or 18K gold pieces that will be available for spring 2010 at better boutiques. The prices will cost you between $60-$500. (Wait until after you buy these to contact Farnoosh.)

All photos of the VSA Spring 2010 Kardashian Capsule Collection courtesy of VSA/ Bollare.

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Spring 2011 Inspiration - Mexico

VSA Virgins Saints and Angels Jewelry Capsule Collaboration- The Kardashians