SEA OF JEWELS

If you have read this blog before, you know how much I love jewelry, especially if it is gold or black or better yet, a combination of the two.  Thank you CREATIVE CONTRAST for adding 3 new “must have” pieces to my long list of jewelry desires.  The first amazing octopus ring I saw was at Barneys and then it appeared on Sea of Shoes and I died!  Thankfully Kenneth Jay Lane designed one I can afford and $600 less than the aforementioned.  I cannot forget to mention one of my favorites Alexis Bittar and since I lost my favorite/only AB ring I have been in the market for a new one.  Did someone say bangle? Yes, please.

1. Kenneth Jay Lane Gold and Pave Crystals Octopus Ring ($135)
2. Alexis Bittar Large Smoky Quartz Baguette Ring in Gold ($219)
3. CC Skye Black Gold Soho Enamel Bangle Bracelet ($119)

LABELS: Alexis Bittar, CC Skye, Gold Jewelry, Kenneth Jay Lane, Octopus Ring, Quartz, Sea of Shoes

8 Comments |

FOR SALE

Jil SANDER Bag

Marc JACOBS Collection Shoes

Lots of ALEX & CHLOE Necklaces

MBMJ Necklace + Alexis Bittar Pyramid Cuff

Here’s a tiny taste of some of the items I’ll have at Sunday’s Fashion Bloggers Flea Market at Space 15 Twenty.  In addition to lots of jewelry, I’ll also have some shoes [size 9], bags, and clothes.  You will not want to miss the FASHION INTEL SHOP as we’ll also have some giveaways and sweet treats.  Oh, we’ll have it all.  See you there!

xo Natalie/Fashion Intel

LABELS: Alex & Chloe, Alexis Bittar, Fashion Blogger Shop Day, Jil Sander, L.A. Fashion Bloggers, Marc by Marc Jacobs, Marc Jacobs, Space 15 Twenty

4 Comments |

Greetings from San Francisco

As promised, here are some photos from my trip to San Francisco.  My boyfriend and I were  invited to spend the new year with my sister and her fiance in their new home outside the city. Of course we were in SF every day, either shopping or having vegetarian delights!  Here are some of my favorite images:

Top to Bottom:

1. Vintage Gucci & Louis Vuitton line the front cases in this resale vintage store called Static [on Haight].  They had a meanie shop girl, who got mad at me when I snapped this photo and acted like a real jerk!  I will try to forget her bad attitude as they have some great clothes, shoes and bags.

2.  Isn’t that an amazing sheep’s wool jacket? It was in the window of a Goodwill, which I spotted while in the front seat of my sister’s car.  I thought, how could that still be there?  We parked, I went inside and looked at the price tag – $55! No thank you Goodwill.

3.  My boyfriend models his Cheap Monday skinny jeans while contemplating some vintage moccasins.  I wish he had got them.

4.  I have no idea who this girl is, but she had my kind of attitude!  When we stopped for the countdown to New Years we saw her with some friends and she was amazing.  I loved her outfit which was equally matched by an amazing personality.  We counted down from 10 for about a half hour! 10-9-8-7 over and over.

5.  Gianco Ferre vintage at Wasteland.  $125 and not in my shopping bag, though I really loved it.

6.  Alexis Bittar, how do I love thee!  This was on display at the de Young Museum.  From my knowledge of his jewelry, this is from his Ms. Havisham collection for sure. D-I-E

LABELS: Alexis Bittar, Fur, Gucci, Louis Vuitton, New Years Eve, San Francisco, Thirft Stores, Vintage Clothing

7 Comments |

Win the Gold

It is no secret to those that know me that I absolutely love jewelry, especially if it is gaudy gold.  Think Rachel Zoe.  One of my favorite designers is Alexis Bittar, who not only has some of the best crafted lucite but has a fascinating history of collecting and selling vintage jewelry as a young man.  That’s right, Alexis is a man.

I was excited to hear that Alexis Bittar has released jewelry under the title “From the Archive” which encompasses  many of his most stand out pieces over the past few years.  My favorite piece are the earrings pictured above which have been re-released in a white.  If you are a true collector check out the rest over at AlexisBittar.com

LABELS: Alexis Bittar, Jewelry, Lucite

One Comment |

Gossip Girl Returns to the City

Fashion Intel here,

This week we were seeing red and bold prints as Gossip Girl was bidding adieu to summer and saying hello to the city.  We did not see as many wardrobe changes as we would’ve liked, but what we did catch surely did not disappoint.  Sweaters for Squash [Chuck].  Slips on the beach [Serena]. Neon abound. [Vanessa]  Here are our top moments from last night’s show.

1. Blair in culottes. Hmmm…we’re going to have to think about that.
2. All is well, Blair has changed into our favorite Marc by Marc Jacobs Alessandra Sleeveless Silk Dress!
3. Vanessa – Alexis Bittar much?  It’s fine, you should see our collection.
4. “Bromance”
5. We FINALLY get to see inside Serena’s closet.  I spy a BARNEYS hanger!
6. It wouldn’t be an episode if we didn’t see Chuck in a preppy knit sweater.
7. AND if we didn’t see Blair sporting a bow of sorts.
8. Santo Gold is a good choice to add to our fashion soundtrack.  +1 Gossip Girl music editor
9. Jenny, you look so grown up with all that lipstick.
10. Welcome home Upper Eastsiders.  Get ready for Fall Fashion!

From L to R: Forever 21 Satin Rose Headband ($4.80), Marc by Marc Jacobs Alessandra Sleeveless Silk Dress ($150), Marc by Marc Jacobs Concrete Jungle Print Dress ($460), American Apparel Afrika Printed Cotton Legging ($34) and Afrika Printed Cotton Spandex JerseyToo-Short Tube Dress ($29), Alexis Bittar Horseshoe Necklace ($115)

LABELS: Alexis Bittar, American Apparel, Barneys New York, Blair Waldorf, Gossip Girl, Gossip Girl Fashion, Nylon Magazine, Serena van der Woodsen

3 Comments |

Welcome Back Gossip Girl

Fashion Intel here,

I didn’t make it to the Hamptons this year, much less ride the Jitney. I still cannot believe I lived on Long Island for a year (how awful). This Fall I have been most excited about the return of one of my favorite shows EVER, Gossip Girl. Summer didn’t feel quite over as Blair, Serena, Chuck, et al. took us along for a ride around the Hamptons – on a stylish bike no less. This season will undoubtedly fulfill our fashion cravings and inspire new trends abound. You can always count on the Fashion Intel to bring you the best Gossip Girl fashion moments.

1. “eggshell [color] gives me a migrane.” – Jenny’s Boss
2. Blair’s highlights = nolikes!
3. Boys in summer sweaters are absolutely adorable. Chuck in schooners, V-Neck for the Lord.
4. Do we spot a Alexis Bittar lucite bangle on Blair? Of course we do.
5. Prints. Prints. Prints. Love the Milly.
6. Gosh Serena, you get all the purses we want. Chanel, sigh.
7. My mother is buying me a bike for my birthday, have you got yours yet? Blair does.
8. Can we finally say this – BLAKE LIVELY HAS FAKE BOOBS!
9. Remember browsing Bergdorf’s and contemplating the scalloped MBMJ dress? Me too, and now it is sold out.
10. Chuck, our dear lovely, we love your Balenciagaesque blazer. Marry me?

From L to R: Milly Jungle Leaf Dress ($263), Marc by Marc Jacobs Joelle Scalloped Dress ($268), Forever 21 Argyle knee high socks ($3.80), Forever 21 Logo Patch Blazer ($32.80), Alexis Bittar Organic Lucite Bangle ($120), Chanel Crackled Patent Puzzle Purse S/S 08, Urban Outfitters Livity Be Fair Fedora ($19.99), Schwinn Allow Seven Cruiser ($339.99)

LABELS: Alexis Bittar, Bicycles, Blair Waldorf, Chanel, Chuck Bass, Gossip Girl, Gossip Girl Fashion, Long Island, Serena van der Woodsen, The Hamptons, TV

One Comment |

Gossip Girl, Fashion Redux

Fashion Intelligentsia here,

I cannot believe that there is only one more week until Gossip Girl is gone for the summer. Tres mal! What will I live for once headbands are revoked and replaced by a dark TV screen. Big Love, I’m calling you! As you know, GG is one of the most stimulating shows as far as fashion goes, but tonight’s episode was so devastating that there were fewer wardrobe changes. Did we shed a tear? Maybe. See you next week Lydia Hearst!

I invite you to read our top 10 fashion moments from last night:

1. Vanessa is still rocking her ghetto fabulous Alexis Bittar earrings.
2. Chuck’s sweater + plaid pants = I am in love!
3. Does Georgina own any other jeans other than those gray Cheap Mondays?
4. Blair & her bow tie dresses never disappoint. Some of the only color in this episode.
5. Spotted: Bluefly shopper in Blair’s room. Like she’d ever shop there! She’s not into discounts.
6. Blair’s jeweled headband
7. Lisa Loeb never looked so good – I’ve seen that dress before
8. Georgina, is your jewelry of choice Alexis Bittar? TOTAL COUNT: 3 + Vanessa 1
9. Where’s JENNY Humphrey? At her moms? We live for Jenny’s color blocks. Missing her.
10. Headband count: 3 – please do not deprive us of the other girls, our count was so low.

From L to R: Marc by Marc Jacobs Clover jacquard dress ($698), Delias Pearl Chain Pack ($14.50), D&G Sequin Shift Dress ($1,145), Mulberry Silk Striped Ribbon Dress ($1,795), Forever 21 Round Sunglasses ($5.80), 3.1 Phillip Lim Silk Organza Headband ($135), Alexis Bittar 5th Avenue Bracelet ($275.00) & Starlet Studded Bracelet ($165)

LABELS: Alexis Bittar, Blair Waldorf, Gossip Girl, Gossip Girl Fashion, Headbands, Serena van der Woodsen

One Comment |

Gossip Girl, Fashion Redux

Fashion Intelligentsia here,

A little show called Gossip Girl has managed to evoke every emotion I have and last night there were even tears! I know I am not the only one who waits for Monday to come, and it is never soon enough. Last night’s episode had some of the most quote worthy moments of GG history, fashion related of course.

I invite you to read our top 10 fashion moments and as JENNY Humphrey said, INVITATIONS ARE NON-TRANSFERABLE!

1. Jenny’s Yellow Trench (try this MBMJ)
2. Serena’s Blue & Gold Vest – we want it NOW!
3. GG BLAST #420 “Jenny’s Faux Paus” – Spotted: Little Jenny Humphrey caught sewing Stella McCartney labels onto a GAP pocket T.
4. Lily’s Vintage look & Van Cleef & Arpels earrings
5. Jealousy clashes with LL Bean pants (Jenny to Dan)
6. Blair hating Louis Vuitton’s patchwork bag
7. The credibility of Tinsley Mortimer being questioned (Blair, of course!)
8. Yuki’s glasses count (3) : Black, red, & aqua
9. Alexis Bittar Count (7) : Georgina – necklace, earrings Serena – earrings, bracelet Vanessa: earrings Isabel – necklace (pictured, from Miss Havisham collection) Hazel – broach on headband
10. HEADBAND COUNT: 17

From L to R: Alexis Bittar Jolie Fleur ($225), Marc by Marc Jacobs Yellow Rain Coat ($528), L.A. Eyeworks Drago Lenses (Upon Request), Christian Louboutin Loubinette Pouch Bag ($1,195), F21 Striped Headband w/bow ($4.80), Alexis Bittar Tina Neclace ($195.00), Marc by Marc Jacobs ‘Building Block Hoody’ ($228 )

[youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X0mlX4Pp2hI]

LABELS: Alexis Bittar, Blair Waldorf, Gossip Girl, Gossip Girl Fashion, Headbands, Jenny Humphrey, Serena van der Woodsen

7 Comments |