Unless you were hiding under a rock last week, you now know the name Naeem Khan. You know...the designer that created Michelle Obama's ethereal strapless gown for the White House state dinner. I have to admit that I was not paying close attention to the Indian designer, at least not until the Obama effect took place last week. I googled Naeem Khan and discovered that he has a lower priced collection at Home Shopping Network. The gorgeous party dresses, skirts and tops, all bedazzled in sequins are reminiscent of the timeless '80 party frocks. Which makes it appropriate for the Naeem Khan collection to be dubbed "Timeless."
The dresses are a bit more simplistic in their design the the intricate bead work and floor length works of art the designer is known for. Instead, Timeless Naeem Khan brings glam to the masses with basic silhouettes and figure flattering cuts that are available in sizes 0-24 with the most expensive item topping off at $499. The collection is perfect for the holidays parties.
Jimmy Choo and Elton John AIDS Foundation have launched a photo competition to support the launch of Project PEP, a charity collection that donates 25% of sales to the Simelela Rape Centre in South Africa. The money goes towards providing the HIV-preventative treatment PEP (which must be taken within 72 hours of exposure to HIV) and counselling to victims of rape in South Africa, which has the highest count of rape in the world.
“We are women helping women and we are proud to continue our collaboration with the compelling and urgent initiatives of the Elton John AIDS Foundation and to provide a voice for under-privileged women in South Africa. We are excited to launch this social media campaign which we believe is a fun, light-hearted way to make people aware of a very serious subject.” - Tamara Mellon, Founder & President, Jimmy Choo.Jimmy Choo will donate 25% of the net sales from Project PEP to the Elton John AIDS Foundation. With this funding, the Elton John AIDS Foundation can directly support the pioneering Simelela Rape Centre in Cape Town that was set up in 2005, with the mission to administer victims of abuse with the vital HIV preventative PEP medication (Post Exposure Prophylaxis) and provide the infrastructure for medical, counselling and legal support.
Jimmy Choo is asking you to take part in a new social networking concept which will feature a photo competition to generate awareness of the vital 72 hour time window.
The slogan for the campaign is 'You, Your Shoes and 72' and many of the winning images will be showcased at the global launch of Project PEP at Selfridges London on 29th October and at Jimmy Choo Project PEP events globally. Over 100 winners will be chosen to win products from the Project PEP range, with a Grand Prize offering the overall winner 7 pairs of shoes and 2 bags from Jimmy Choo.
I wish I could say the same about her denim collection, which is meant for a size 4 and below. Ok so I'm exaggerating a bit. I bet the denim sizing goes up to a 10 or 12 but seriously, I am being frank when I say that I don't think anyone above a size 6 or 8 looks good in skinny denim. I have girlfriends who are in the size 2 and 4 range but cannot fit their calves into skinny jeans. The Victoria Beckham denim collection is super cute. I mean they look fab on her and the model. I am also certain most socialites, actresses and models who rock them will look great but what about the average person? I have to give Posh kudos for strategically placed pieces of black to whittle down the thighs a bit more. I do love the denim though and if I were skinny enough to pull off the skinny jeans, I would consider wearing them.
One brand I adore for effortless party frocks is Ralph Lauren's Lauren by Ralph Lauren label, a well priced line of fabulous frocks so versatile that you probably won't need anything else this holiday season to look fab. I adore all the little black dresses in the Lauren by Ralph Lauren collection, which is available at Macy's stores and online. Glamour magazine is giving you more ways to look chic with Lauren by Ralph Lauren this holiday season with a flipbook of some great ensembles using pieces from the collection. Starting this Monday, November 20 through December 4, the staff at Glamour mag will be available online giving firsthand fashion advice and styling tips live. It's an online trunks how just for you. Log on to http://glamalert.com/ralphlauren from 10am - 5pm eastern standard time to chat with the fab gals at Glamour.
I skipped the long lines at the stores this Black Friday and opted to get my cyber-shopping on. My go to place for fabulous finds at the best price is Gilt Groupe, which had a slew of items perfect for my gift giving needs. Currently for sale are clothing, jewelry, shoes, accessories and housewares that will make great gifts for someone special on your Christmas list. Most of my girlfriends love candles so I crossed tons of names off my list on the D.L. & Co. sample sale. Give the gift of time with timepieces from Juicy Couture for the ladies or Ritmo Mundo and Locman watches for the gents. I snagged a couple of things for myself, including some fabulous over the knee argyle socks from iLux. Shoe lovers will get a kick out of the Michael Michael Kors sale. Click here for an invite to Gilt Groupe.
I would like all of you to take the time to give thanks to the men and women in our Armed Forces, who are putting their lives on the line to protect our freedom, to their family members, who are missing a seat at the table today. Thank you!
Over the summer I introduced you to Citisoles, a new line of foldable flats that fit perfectly in any purse to keep commuters looking chic during their long walks from the train to the office and anytime in between. I raved about them because someone had finally created a simple solution to the age old problem: how do I carry two shoes with me everywhere without making my purse dirty with gunk my shoes pick up from the streets. Citisoles come with their own nylon pouch that hold your heels so that you don't have to make them dirty. Simple enough.
Fast forward a couple of months. The makers of Citisoles have taken the concept a step further with Aftersoles, portable ballet flats for the dance floor. Aftersoles come in three fabulous metallic colors: Gold, silver and black. I know you share my sentiments when I say that I get fed-up with my heels after midnight. Walking around the city all night long, I usually end up at one place for the rest of the night with sweaty dancing. Why should I ruin my heels on a slick dance floor where a majority of the dancers are inebriated, spilling drinks all over my precious shoes and don't give a rat's a#% about destroying my shoes with Redbull Vodka concoctions or rum and cokes. I would rather stick my stilettos in the nylon pouch and slip on the Aftersoles ballet flats and dance the night away. I mean who will be looking at my feet on the sweaty dance floor anyway?
Aftersoles are just $14.99, the perfect gift for the shoe lover in your life. I am going to be gifting friends with these flats this season, especially for the holiday gifts exchanges that call for a spending limit of $20 or less. I'll just get a bottle of red nail polish from Revlon and wrap them both up for the perfect holiday gift.
