Fave 8 Designers

“I keep my already tiny closets half empty, filled, and spread out with only great pieces.” – Genevieve Jones

I’m not too sure about the tiny closets thing, lol, but if the funding was readily available my closet would be filled with great pieces from these designers. Once again, these are in no particular order, with the exception of MY #1 Ralph Lauren. The list was quite difficult to narrow down as I have so many, but Mike & Chris, as well as Chris Benz and Derek Lam get honorable mentions.

Ralph Lauren – His looks are effortless and timeless.

Rachel Roy – Is a favorite because she always delivers ultra feminine looks.

 

Phillip Lim 3.1 – Always out of the box, yet still practical.

Diane Von Furstenberg- Love DVF for her timeless & continual modern looks, all the while remaining effeminate.

 

 Oscar De La Renta – One word, Gorgeous! Oscar De La Renta’s frocks always evoke emotion from me.

 

Michael Kors – American Style at its best.

 

Catherine Malandrino – Always bright & dainty.

You Win Some, You Lose Some…

That definitely is the case, for the current Fashion Industry. This Recession thing is definitely no joke, and it’s taking a toll on EVERYONE. From major designers cancelling their outlandish or over the top Holiday soirees their known to throw (Marc Jacobs) to major designers bowing out of showing at The Bryant Park Tents (Betsey Johnson), the economic climate is wreaking having on everyone from the top of the socio-economic structure all the way to the bottom and across industries.

Lucky for you the consumer (if you have the funds) EVERYTHING is on sale as well! In stores, Marc Jacobs, Ralph Lauren, Barney’s, and Kate Spade, just to name a few, have had sales going on for longer than usual. As well as a slew of sample sales going. Speaking of which, La Perla has one going on now until the 19th, with items going as low as up to 90% off. That’s what I call a steal.

If you ask me though, where it’s REALLY at is online. I’d say for about the last month or two I’ve been consistently getting emails anouncing sales, and several follow-ups announcing extension of those same sales! Tory Burch, Kate Spade, Ralph Lauren, ESPECIALLY J.Crew and Kenneth Cole(They have a very special place in my heart). So if you want to shop around, I’d indubitably do so online. You can stay warm and get more for less!

Happy Holiday Shopping !!!