VeryVeryChic

EVA MENDES for NY&C

 

 

 

Eva Mendes style is vintage chic. And her fans and vintage lovers alike are now over the moon. The actress has launched her Spring '14 collection for New York & Company - and there is a pop-up shop at the Beverly Center. I attended the launch event and am loving the looks of the collection inspired by pieces from Mendes' very own closet. Pretty dresses, polka dots, floral prints, acessories and vintage silhouettes are chic - and all at an affordable price. Here are a few shots from the Beverly Center pop-up shop opening - be sure to stop by and shop the collection.

Louiza Babouryan Fêtes Fall at Alchemy Works

L.A. has a new crop of designers, and Louiza Babouryan is ever so chic. I was delighted to be invited to preview her Fall collection at Alchemy Works this week. The designer, who launched her collection three years ago, took inspiration from her high school days as an art student in the '90s to create her Fall collection. It was chalk full of poet style tops, bohemian chiffon dresses and hand knit sweaters in a palette of black, white and cream."It’s basically what I wore back then, but made in more luxurious fabrics," said Babouryan. "It’s a mixture of what my mom made me, some vintage finds and hand knitted sweaters." The designer added that the craft of fashion design itself also really inspires her work. She grew up watching her mom make clothes from scratch by taking measurements, chalk drawing and cutting the patterns. While Babouryan's silhouettes are very classic and timeless, the patternmaking and finishes are very progressive. "You would be surprised at how they’re constructed," she explained. Some of the patterns are made from shapes such as circles, triangles or even three yards of uncut fabric. "I love challenging myself that way – going through the back door basically," she said. As you can guess, it was well worth the trip to downtown LA's Art District to view Babouryan's chic designs. As an added bonus, I was able to check out the curated selection of art, accessories and lifestyle goods offered at one of LA's newest and coolest concept stores. Alchemy Works, which opend in November, is owned by Apolis founder, Raan Parton's wife Lindsay, and is located on Third Street just a few storefronts down from Apolis. The gallery, retail store and event space has a tasteful selection of SoCal-inspired wares with a vintage aesthetic. From Almond longboards to Will Adler prints, Stephen Kenn leather totes and a 1959 Fiat, the store's unique products make it a downtown destination. If you haven't been to the Third Street and Traction intersection recently, I highly recommend going. There are many new stores and great restaurants to explore. Scroll down for more images of Babouryan's collection as well as some of my favorite finds from Alchemy Works. 

 

More images after the break.

Louiza Babouryan

I Speak Moschino

 

Last night I attended the Decades launch event to celebrate the arrival of an insane collection of vintage Moschino. And now....I am obsessed. So much so that I created a collage on Polyvore! No doubt with Jeremy Scott's arrival as Creative Director this season, Moschino is now the new "It" Brand. I speak Moschino, now you can too. Here are some fun pieces to shop!

XOXO

 

I Speak Moschino by veryverychic featuring personalized wall art

Moschino white tee
$190 - brownsfashion.com

Moschino collar leather jacket
luisaviaroma.com

Moschino fanny pack purse
$650 - net-a-porter.com

Moschino round mirror sunglasses
luisaviaroma.com

Moschino black belt
net-a-porter.com

Moschino body moisturizer
$50 - debenhams.com

Canvas wall art
gilt.com

Personalized wall art
homedecorators.com

Moschino
$175 - moschino.com

Meet Shoe Designer Du Jour - George Esquivel - at BARNEYS NEW YORK

 

 

If you're a shoe connoisseur, then you are soon to be in shoe heaven. Designer George Esquivel will be hosting an event this Saturday March 15, at the Barneys New York flagship store in Beverly Hills. The SoCal native whose style can be called classic retro chic, has crafted shoes for everyone from No Doubt to the Killers as well as clients who have paid $20,000 and more for his custom work and exotic leathers. Esquivel was nominated in 2009 for a CFDA/Vogue Fashion Fund Award for his handcrafted shoes and accessories, and the brand has continued to establish its name in the world of luxury. Esquivel's appearance at Barneys is an incredible opportunity to meet the ultra-talented designer, order a custom pair of shoes and shop from the Spring 2014 collection. You can RSVP for the event by calling 310-777-5712 or just stop by between 2 and 4 pm. Also, be sure to bring that special guy in your life. Esquivel's men's collection is an artisinal shoe dream come true. The brand is definitely one of my top choices -especially when I'm looking for that extra special pair of shoes to style a celebrity. I promise it will be worth the trip!! In case you can't make it, here are a few looks from the Esquivel Shoes website - and you can shop for more on Barneys.com.

XOXO

VVC Shop LA: BLTEE Brian Lichtenberg End of Season Sale

 

 

 

 

Hey Homies, here's your style tip of the day: Brian Lichtenberg is having an end of season sale today!!! And prices are up to 80% off. WHAT?!! It's happening now! Here are details to get his highly coveted designer tees and sweatshirts. This is one you don't want to miss. You'll be Ballin in style!

XO

#VeryVeryChic

VVC SHOP LA: A Girl Needs Her Dior

 

 

 

 

Today's VeryVeryChic Find: Dior Red Stilettos.

In my efforts to purge the old to make way for the new, I stopped by Crossroads on Sunset Blvd. today and discovered a chic pair of the most beautiful Dior heels. Although the stilettos were a bit steep for me, I hope someone gives these lovelies a good home. Size 9- $42.50 - Shop L.A! May the chicest fashionista win!!


#VVCSHOPLA

 

New Year's CHIC #AllMetalEverything

 

Ring in the New Year with sparkle!! I've been obsessing over metallics this season. From bedazzled Starbucks cups to Repossi's chic jewelry and an ultra luxe Lanvin tome, they are so very very chic! Here are a few of my favorite finds that will dress up you and your home for the New Year. 

 

XOXO

Repossi

 

Perrin Paris

Connor 2014 "Shoes calendar"



Maison Martin Margiela replica painted sneaker


Azature white diamond nail lacquer
BCBGMAXAZRIA gold strappy heels


Starbucks cups

J. Mendel minuit clutch



Repossi ear cuffs

Gianvito Rossi metallic glitter sandal

 

Ladurée macaroons


Erickson Beamon

Tom Ford

Lanvin "Metal Beyond La Nuit Minaudiere"

Pineapple (just because)

Christian Louboutin silver pumps

Repossi cuff

Erickson Beamon

Lanvin 

 

It's the Weekend....Get Wild.

 

Have you noticed all of the ultra cool videos being created on Instagram? Here is one of my recent favorites. Barneys New York created this chic video featuring Fendi's wild zebra-print calf hair booties for its holiday #GIFGuide. Trimmed with dyed mink fur, it has a mirrored, geometric block heel - so glam, very wild, and very, very chic. Put your fashion inhibitions aside and go wild....it's the weekend.  


XOXO

VVC Obsession: Christie's "Magnificent Jewels"

Rare gemstones, signed jewelry, natural pearls and diamonds – lots of them - including a spectacular 52.58-carat Internally Flawless Golconda diamond are a few of the rare collector pieces that will be offered at Christie’s New York winter sale. I was invited to attend the “Magnificent Jewels” preview while it was in Beverly Hills and the collection is stunning. According to Christie’s, 2013 was a banner year for colored and colorless diamonds and the New York-based auction house expects its final sale of the year will gross a jaw dropping $45 million. The 500-lot day-long auction will take place on Dec. 10 at Christie’s Rockefeller Center where collectors from around the world will be front and center for the chance to add some of these exquisite jewels to their collections.

During the LA preview, I spoke to Leslie Roskind, Specialist, Senior Vice President at Christie’s America, who said the renowned auction house curated items based on the fine jewelry market’s standards. Collectors look for rare gem stones and exquisite pieces as well as signed jewelry from the world's top jewelry houses. Van Cleef & Arpels, Cartier, Harry Winston and Bulgari are all included as well as pieces by David Webb, Suzanne Belperron and Rene Boivin. In addition to the spectacular 52.58 carat rectangular cut diamond ring estimated at $9,500,000 to $12,500,000, a few highlights of the sale include a private collector’s four-piece diamond collection from Liviev - one of the world’s most exclusive diamond brands - as well as property from Cartier heiress' Marion Rumsey Cartier's collection at Saint Louis University. There is also an exquisite Cartier “Tutti Frutti” Art Deco diamond and multi-gem bracelet circa 1930 and a rare 17.67 Kashmir sapphire ring estimated at $500,000 to $700,000. I had several favorites – one of which was, of course, the exquisite 52.58 carat "rock" as well as the beautiful diamond and gold pendant necklace by Van Cleef & Arpels pictured above. They are now on my Christmas "Wish List" - ah, if only!!

Scroll down for more of my favorite pieces and to preview the full collection, go to Christies.com. 

Inside the Christie's Beverly Hills headquarters


Art Deco diamond & multi-gem “Tutti Frutti” signed Cartier bracelet circa 1930, photo: Christie's Images Ltd. 2013


The exquisite 52.58 carat D-Color Internally Flawless Diamond Ring, photo: Christie's Images Ltd. 2013


The Christie's jewelry case - just what every girl needs!


Property of an Elegant Lady: A diamond necklace estimated at $150,000 to $200,000


Property of a Lady: A set of citrine and gold "Melon Slice" jewelry by Rene Boivin 


Property of A Lady: Suzanne Belperron chalcedony and diamond "Edelweiss" flower brooches


David Webb sapphire and diamond necklace signed "Webb for David Webb" 


Diamond rings - 16, 17 and 18 carats - all sold individually 


A signed Buccellati diamond, pink sapphire and gold wristwatch estimated at $12,000 to $18,000


Property of an Elegant Lady: Collection of Leviev Diamond Jewely - showcased together at Christie's 


Leviev diamond pendant necklace est. at $2,500,000 to $3,500,000, photo: Christie's Images Ltd. 2013


Property of an Elegant Lady: A chic 90.81 carat Leviev diamond bracelet made from emerald-cut, D-F color, Internally Flawless to VS2 clarity diamonds - stunning.

Bloomingdale's Opens at the Glendale Galleria - And It's SO Chic!

 

 

Bloomingdale's just opened at the Glendale Galleria and it is now a 'must' on my shopping list. I'm an 'East Side' girl and the new store, located at the Glendale Galleria is the answer to my shopping prayers. I was invited to attend an exclusive press preview this week which included a trend review and tour of the new store. Lesson #1. Location. Bloomingdale's is located in the Glendale Galleria at the East end of a very chic remodeled wing at the North end the mall - part of the mall's massive redevelopment of the shopping center. But there is an easily accessible entrance at the corner of Brand Blvd and Broadway adjacent to the Americana at Brand. Trekking through the mall in high heels was no easy task, but now that I know where it is, it will be a snap to shop there. This location is a full-on fashion destination covering 115,000 square feet on two-levels with 48 designer shops including brands ranging from Gucci, Christian Dior and Louis Vuitton to J Brand, Joe's Jeans, Clover Canyon and Jeffrey Campbell. The women's department is exquisite and the men's department top notch. And, of course, there are accessories, shoes, lingerie, cosmetics and more. I love the artistic Hollywood flair they added to each department including art installations, sleek fixtures and ever so chic mannequins! Stay tuned for more  Bloomingdale's events over the next few months. The retailer is planning over 500 fashion-packed events including a private Charity Gala with VH1 Save the Music Foundation. Stop by the store during opening weekend for a chance to win bMoney cards worth $500 on its interactive digital slot machine. Scroll down for a sneak peek at the store and a few of my favorite fashion finds.  

 

XOXO



Mannequins sport Holiday chic.

Gucci. Nuff said.

Christian Dior 


Clover Canyon


Fashion at the entrance on Brand Blvd. in Glendale.

The Herve Leger Barbie Is VeryVeryChic!!

 

I'm not really a "girly girl," but like most girls growing up, Barbies were my thing. Maybe it had something to do with all of her fabulous clothes. So, of course, I was beyond ecstatic when I received the invitation to attend the Herve Leger X Barbie launch event. Rest assured if the Herve Leger by Max Azria Barbie existed back then, I would have been first in line to buy one - clearly, my style!! Barbie's new look is very, very chic in a Herve Leger red bandage dress cinched in by the world's tiniest corset. According to Chief Creative Officer, Lubov Azria, the collaboration was a no brainer. "We thought Barbie is so iconic and so is Herve Leger, so it just seemed like a wonderful idea," she told me at the event. While Barbie has been dressed by over 70 designers, this collaboration is unique in that Barbie is dressed in authentic Herve Leger, which were actually made in the Herve Leger factory. And she comes with a change of clothes, high heeled boots and accessories. Good luck trying to find one of these highly collectible Barbies. Mattel made approximately 9000 dolls, which retail for $150, and they are nearly sold out online and in stores. I'm glad I got to see the iconic doll up close and snap a few pics! Scroll down for images from the launch event which included plenty of bubbly, a Barbie photo booth AND collectible life size versions of the clothes and accessories which can actually be purchased. Now anyone can be a real life Barbie - c'est chic!

XOXO 
 


Lubov Azria, photo courtesy of Herve Leger


The Herve Leger by Max Azria Barbie complete with boots and clutch, photo courtesy of Herve Leger


The real deal. Life size accessories available for purchase.

 

Lubov and Max Azria pose with the Herve Leger by Max Azria Barbie in her chic photo booth, photo courtesy of Herve Leger


The little red Herve Leger Barbie dress

The Herve Leger by Max Azria Barbie's ultra glam gladiator boots.


A chic crowd celebrated the launch at the Herve Leger boutique on Melrose Ave.


The black and white dress - on trend and uber chic!


Boots please.


The full look.

The Herve Leger Barbie collection includes a matching jacket. 

A Current Affair Pop-Up on Saturday!!

Fashionistas get ready...... A Current Affair is baaaack this weekend!!

The fall edition of the pop up vintage marketplace will take place on October 5 at the Cooper Design Space. Over 50 premier vintage retailers and private dealers from LA and beyond will set up shop with rare, designer and collectible vintage from the Victorian era through today. In its third year, the show has established itself as a key stop for fashion influencers and celebs such as Marisa Tomei, Katy Rodriguez, Clemence Poesy, Kelly Wearstler, Liz Goldwyn and more. Hours are from 3 pm to 8 pm on October 5. Tickets are $10 for regular admission or $20 for early admission availble at 2 pm.

You will love the show....Don't miss it!!!!

XOXO

 

Stars & Stripes Forever

 

I'm feeling patriotic in honor of Independence Day. And....look what I found in my vintage archives? A '60s shift that says All Americana with plenty of chicness. How would I update the look? Wildfox Couture sunnies for day and Alexander Wang's ever so cool glow-in-the-dark heels to light up the night!!  

#VeryVeryChic

***************  HAPPY 4TH of JULY!!!!!  ***************

Scroll down to see the full look. 

VeryVeryChic vintage dress

Wildfox Couture "Starstruck" sunnies

Alexander Wang glow-in-the-dark "Agata" heels

Alexander Wang glow-in-the-dark "Agata" heels

Saint Laurent's Stripe Heel is Very Very CHIC

 

 

 

A girl needs her shoes and in my case, I'm coveting Saint Laurent. I was parouzing the shoe department at Nordstrom at The Grove yesterday and spotted this insane striped ankle strap heel. There's been debates about the look of YSL since Hedi Slimane entered as Creative Director, but to me, this heel is everthing I want a Saint Laurent heel to be. It's the perfect wardrobe update with stripes trending for Spring and the large buckle on the ankle strap adds just the right amount of edge. It's of the moment, yet classic, seriously sexy and very, very chic.

 

 

The Paloma platform sandal also available in black and gold. 

CHIC Obsession: The UNIF YSL Tee

I'm obsessed with my new UNIF "You Suck at Life" t-shirt!!

I first spotted the tee at the Vegas trade shows last February and have been obsessed ever since. At long last, I have it in my closet! UNIF (Ur Not In Fashion) is known for its irreverant rock n' roll t-shirts and  party girl meets death metal/punk clothing. Think Celize bags and the super cool shoes in Steven Meisel's "Haute Mess" shoot and video for Vogue Italia. The YSL - "You Suck at Life" tee is not only cool, it's hotter than hot - especially considering the Hedi Slimane-inspired Saint Laurent name change last year. I wore the tee on a shoot yesterday and the makeup artist ordered one on the spot. And.... after I posted it on Facebook, Gwen Stefani's stylist has the tee on her personal hit list. Scroll down for a couple more of my fav UNIF pieces and shop the tee here or here. 

 

#UNIF #yousuckatlife #ysl #tshirt #irreverant #veryverychic

 

#loveit

 

UNIF - "You Suck at Life" tee

The "Celize" bag


Das platform boot on Nasty Gal