Yearly Archives: 2011

Vanessa Friedman at Louis Vuitton

FT fashion editor and front-row fixture Vanessa Friedman wore a great high-low mix to Louis Vuitton, on the last day of fashion month. This outfit is actually quite comfortable and warm - it's a sweatshirt...
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Breizh Cafe

On a rainy day in Paris, there's little else as satisfying as a savory crêpe served up in a warm little cafe. There are many crêperies in Paris, but as long as you're so close...
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Les Vitelloni

If you speak French, or if you can piece together a phrase or two on the page, it's definitely worth picking up Le Figaro on the first Wednesday of Paris Fashion Week. The popular daily...
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Fall Colors, Outside Hermès

Loved the saturated fall colors in this cute skirt and top ensemble with leopard print flats. The contrasting white collar is also great for Fall 2011.
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New Collection: Ranjana Khan for the Limited

Some exciting news for holiday 2011: Jewelry designer Ranjana Khan is launching a diffusion collection for The Limited, available in mid-November. The embroiderer-turned-jewelry-designer has worked with Alexander McQueen and Alber Elbaz, and her necklaces go...
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Geraldine Saglio at Carven

This French Voguette made waves this past Paris Fashion Week with her sporty but chic outfits. Here she pairs white jeans with a khaki top and leopard clutch for safari-inspired look that's great for transitional...
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Label to Watch: Monika Chiang

At a press preview yesterday, we got a look at this new designer's spring collection. Formerly focused just on accessories, Monika Chiang has branched out into sportswear, and the results are luxe and wearable. Another...
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Hard Cider Revival

A sustainable-farming organization may seem an unlikely force behind a trendy new alcoholic beverage, but that's exactly what's happening with the Apple Project, an effort by the Glynwood Institute to help Hudson Valley apple growers...
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Black and White Dress, Outside Chloé

I just adored this black and white dress outside the Chloé show. A picture-perfect look on a beautiful day. It also speaks to the pervasive influence of Dior's New Look in fashion right now -...
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Hanne Gaby Odiele at Chloé

Hanne Gaby Odiele was definitely one of the best dressed models off duty this past Paris fashion week. Here she leaves the Chloé show in a laser cut brown leather top, zigzag cardigan and skinny...
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Le Royal Turenne, Paris

With all the tips given so far for finding a good place to eat in a touristy area in Paris, a distinction must be made: there are places to eat, and then there are places...
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Chez Janou

This little Provence-style bistro on a quiet corner in the Marais is no longer a neighborhood secret. If you arrive here on a nice evening, you won't be the only one looking wistfully at the...
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Girl in a Floral Dress, Outside Chanel

The Chanel show in Paris always attracts all sorts of fashion fans, some there to take photos, some there to just take in the scene. This girl arrived in a vintage-looking floral dress with a...
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Caroline Issa at Viktor & Rolf

Caroline Issa of Tank Magazine wore a number of great outfits over Paris fashion week, but this one from the Viktor & Rolf show has to be my favorite. I love the elaborate embroidery on...
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Giovanna Battaglia at Lanvin

Stylist Giovanna Battaglia arrived at Lanvin in a two-tone saturated orange and brown dress tied at the hips. Loved the accessories too: envelope clutch, translucent orange framed glasses and gold choker.
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