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Archive for "Jul 2011"

Jadan’s Personal Favorite: Ballet Flats

It just occurred to me, I can’t believe I have never done a post related to my favorite accessory…ballet flats! These are my favorite shoes for a variety of reasons: They are comfortable. They come in every color and look great with just about everything. They can be dressed up as well as casual. For [...]

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“Dressed” In Denim

I know I’m a little late on this trend, and I know there are a few of you who still cannot grasp the thought of wearing denim in a form other than the skinny jean, but I can’t help myself.  The “little denim dress” keeps turning up all over the place and I cannot get [...]

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Metallic Monday

It looks like metallics are making a fun comeback in a big way.  Just in time to spruce up your dark winter wardrobe. I peeked around the online shops a bit and pulled out a few of my favorite finds. Enjoy! a.) Alexander Wang Anais Metallic High Heel Loafers, rose gold $650 b.) Roberto Cavalli [...]

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Reed Krakoff: Fashion and Function

At The Blonde and The Brunette, we are always looking for new “it” bags that work with our busy lives. Translation. That means they look great, are highly functional and can even hold an ipad or computer.  Enter Reed Krakoff.  Last year, the former head designer of Coach,  launched his own signature line of handbags,shoes [...]

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Wayfarer Sunnies

I know by now the wayfarer sunglasses are trendy, but I really can’t deny that they look great on every man and woman.  I love them, but this summer I wanted to find an alternative to Rayban’s Wayfares, and I did! Here are my two wayfarer obsessions that I just bought: a.) SUPER Sunglasses $117 [...]

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Pierre Hardy Resort 2012

Pierre Hardy, a name known by most, but without such a large following as say Christian Louboutin or Jimmy Choo, yet incredible nonetheless! It goes without saying, I am a huge fan of the man’s designs, his wedges in particular.  Not only do they put me standing quite a few inches over 6ft (basketball player status), [...]

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Introducing: Denim & Supply Ralph Lauren

Denim & Supply is the new Ralph Lauren Spring/Summer 2012 brand and a premium denim collection targeting younger men and women. The inspiration?  It’s classic – “east coast”/“west coast”; the Women’s line from Cape Cod, Massachusetts, and the Men’s line from Baja, California. BAJA Spring 2012 unites the casual cool bohemian beach look with the [...]

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Miu Miu Summer Soirée Hosts Young Hollywood

Tuesday night The Blonde and The Brunette were lucky enough to be invited to a special evening hosted by Miu Miu  for the world premier of  “MUTA” a short film by Lucrecia Martel. Held at a private residence in Beverly Hills just above Sunset Boulevard, everyone  immediately recognized it as the the former home of Vincent [...]

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Roarke

I was shopping in the Hamptons and I stumbled across an amazing NYC-based accessory line, Roarke.  The beading and colors are stunning.  Take a peak! “Aztec” Hand Beaded Tulle 21″ Necklace with Covered Snap Closure $350 Head pieces $125 Pomp Neon Bracelets $60 Stack those neon bracelets! Why not a Neck Tie $305 -Kathryn, The [...]

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Astrid Bryan’s Saint-Tropez Beach Bag

a.) Hair Spray: Paul Mitchell Awapuhi Wild Ginger Texturizing Sea Spray for the perfect beach waves $16.99 b.) Sunscreen (face): La Roche-Posay Anthelios Ultra Light Non-Perfumed Sunscreen $29.50 c.) Sunscreen (legs): Garnier Ambre Solaire Golden Protect Oil with SPF 20 $15.38 d.) Tanning oil: Maui Babe Browning Lotion $23 (8oz.), $13.99 (4oz) e.) Lip Gloss: [...]

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