the notes:
lily of the valley in a deliciously impudent frame of mind uncorruptible green stem notes
sweet blue freesia, having its 15 minutes of fame
white birchwood—our very own nature girl decadently mellow amber
silver-cloud musk accord that’s sultry on the outside, cool and collected on the inside

Zac Posen fans in Australia are in for a treat come April 3rd. Zac Posen has designed a limited edition collection for Target Australia. The collection will be available in only 75 of the 276 Target for Australia stores. The collection features tailored pieces-high-waisted pants and skirts with matching suit jackets, elaborate blouses, asymmetrical cocktail dresses, and floor length gowns.

Here is a sneak peek at the collection:


The line will also feature a few select Zac Posen accessories, like this bag here:


Okay, so who wants to take a trip to Australia?
{images via designers for target}

When I first saw the style shots for fashion label Dream and Awake over at "about some things", I knew I had to see more. The photography is simply stellar! Furthermore, Dream and Awake has one of the most aesthetically pleasing websites around. Sadly, I don't believe Dream and Awake is available in the states...we will have to live vicariously through the photography:

From the By The Sea Series:

by the sea by instead of a pear

by the sea shot by instead of a pear

by the sea shot by instead of a pear
From the Dream Series:

dream, shot by lina scheynius

dream, shot by lina scheynius

dream, shot by lina scheynius

View more photos of the Dream & Awake collection after the jump...

From the 2.20 Series:

2.20, shot by lina scheynius

2.20, shot by lina scheynius2.20, shot by lina scheynius

From the Arrow Series:

arrow, shot by instead of a pear

arrow, shot by instead of a pear

All images via Dream & Awake

Also check out the Dream & Awake blog

After spending much time designing accessories for fashion powerhouses such as Coach, Marc Jacobs, & Calvin Klein, Joy Gryson branched out to launch her own line of chic accessories in 2006 which was greeted with an enthusiastic clientele comprised of celebrities, fashion editors, and fashionistas. She will soon be taking her brand to a new level...Joy Gryson has been selected by Target to be the sixth designer to create a limited-edition line of accessories to be sold exclusively at the retail giant.

The Gryson for Target collection will feature faux leather handbags many of which have an interesting woven detail. The bags will come in black, white, pewter blue, & forest green hues, will range in price from $19.99 to $49.99, and will be available at select Target stores nationwide and at Target.com April 6, 2008 through June 21, 2008.

Here is a sneak peek at the collection:

top: Patent Woven Tote in Green $49.99; Patent Woven Satchel with Cutout Handle in Green $44.99; all @ Target
middle: Patent Woven Tote in Black $49.99; Patent Woven Satchel with Cutout Handle in Black and White $44.99 each; all @ Target
bottom: Zip-Top Satchel in Black and Slate Blue $39.99 each; Patent Woven Cross-Body Pouch in Black, White, Green, Slate Blue and Black $19.99 each; all @ Target


{Source: Target Press Room}

Lately, I haven't been able to get enough of Ashley Goldberg's art. I am really smitten by her conversation series that is available at Velocity Art and design. Each piece was created by using acrylics, inks, pencils, and vintage paper on canvas. The works are small, simple, and endearing with a tiny pop of color in the form of a sweet conversation bubble. They remind me a bit of the conversation bubbles in Apple's iChat...hmm iChat art-- all the more reason to love them!


Ashley Goldberg: Conversation 3 $140; @ Velocity Art & Design

Ashley Goldberg: Conversation 5 $140 @ Velocity Art & Design

Ashley Goldberg: Conversation 6 $140 @ Velocity Art & Design

I am loving these black & white film shots taken by photographer Wayne Liu for Coutorture's latest "Haunted" photo shoot, featuring clothing from the Chris Han Spring/Summer 2008 collection:



Read the very interesting interview with photographer, Wayne Liu, here
Here are a few looks from the Chris Han S/S 2008 Runway:

I finally got my tube of Lancome's Color Fever Shine in Pixel Pink today (I thought it was lost in the mail, but the mail folks accidentally delivered it to my neighbor!). I absolutely LOVE the color. I like it more than Proenza Pink (and that shade was my life for awhile!) Pixel Pink is the fourth installation of the Pout-à-Porter series of limited-edition lipsticks created exclusively for the runway by Gucci Westman. Westman collaborated with Thakoon to create this wonderful shade. Check out this video dedicated to the new limited edition shade:



Purchase Pixel Pink for $25 @ Lancome

{flutter sleeve jumper + romy suede platform bootie}

I am loving the Loeffler Randall Spring 2008 collection. The handbags & shoes are a mainstay in my accessories arsenal, but I am lusting after their apparel this spring. There is even ruffled swim wear to be had! I wish I could hand over their entire look book and say, "I'll take this"! **SIGH** Back to reality, here are my favorite looks from the Loeffler Randall Spring collection:


top: |Asymmetric Dress+Dorrit Gathered T-Strap Sandal+Katia Clutch|Flutter Dress+ Olivia Boot|Cowl Dress+Eppy Rivet Slingback| Dot Dress+Cherie Leather Strip Sandal| all by Loeffler Randall

bottom: |Racerback dress+Olivia Boot|Asymmetric top+Eppy Rivet Slingback+Bedelia Signature D-Ring Satchel|Tie Jumper+Penelope Zip-back boot|Scallop top+Ivette Ruffle Sandal| all by Loeffler Randall

View the entire Spring 2008 collection here

Find a retailer near you by clicking here

I loved the huge mod hair, bright colors, psychedelic prints, & elaborate eye make up that showed up on the Dior runways. All the over-the-top, in your face, looks were counteracted with somewhat demure, 1960s inspired looks.

Watch the Dior Fall 2008 Collection Runway Video:




View Photos of the Dior Fall 2008 Collection after the jump...










{photos & video via Coutorture}

If there is one accessory I would rush to save in the instance of a fire, it would be my black Botkier satchel. I love that bag so much, it is almost shameful. There are so many bags to choose from on the market, of course I have been dreaming of the Prada Nappa stripes bags (but they are way out of my price range)...there are bags that haunt me in my sleep, but Botkier has never failed me. Why Botkier? Well the super soft leather, amazing construction, and the intriguing hardware keep me coming back for more. This season Botkier has expanded their handbag line to include shoes and let me tell you they are pretty fantastic too. See below for my Spring Botkier picks:



Lita Patent Clutch in Blue $350; Cleo Peep Toe Ankle Wrap Sandal $325;Ginger Ring Flat Thong Sandal $245;Lita Medium Satchel $625; Isis Tote $695;Botkier Athena Trapunto Flat Sandal in Fuschia $225; all @ Shopbop

As I was browsing Makeup Alley this morning, I saw BlueAngel11023 has some eyeliner from the Heatherette for M.A.C. collection...



Go here if you're interested!

{peter jensen dress, chanel jacket, jewelry by van cleef & arpels}

Rachel Bilson is gracing the cover of March's Nylon Magazine. We've seen her on the cover of GQ, Lucky, Seventeen, and now Nylon...she is everywhere!! Whatever she does, she always looks cute as a button doing it My boyfriend thinks she is an example of a perfect human specimen, and I'm sure he isn't the only guy. The guys want her, the girls want to be her. It appears she can do no wrong. Of all the shots she has done in recent months, this collection of photos, shot by Hilary Walsh, is definitely my favorite of the bunch:


{prada top, green skirt by omo norma namili, & a white skirt by 3.1 phillip lim, marni Shoes,& a marquis & camus bracelet}





{derek lam top, chloe sevigny for opening ceremony tank, house of holland shorts, biba belt, & cartier jewelry}



{sonia rykiel cape, tank by etro, jewelry by veronique}

{top & dress by miu miu, belt by etro, guess by marciano shoes}

{luella dress, marc fisher shoes, parasol by brelli, van cleef & arpels jewelry}




More photos, outtakes, & a video after the jump!









{ralph lauren collection jacket & leggings hat by patricia underwood for ralph lauren}



{sonia rykiel cape,tank by etro, skirt by 3.1 phillip lim, jewelry by veronique}

Rachel's Beauty Look:

{makeup by M.A.C., sheertone shimmmer blush in dolly mix, glaze lipstick in pervette, & lipglass in cultured}




Here are a few outtakes from the Nylon Photoshot:



Watch Rachel Bilson on Nylon TV:

Check out this video: NYLON TV + RACHEL BILSON



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Outtake shots & video via Nylon Mag/Magazine Scans by Me

On March 23th we all have a treat in store in the form of Justin Giunta's collaboration with mass-retailer Target. These baubles from Subversive Jewelry will be available to the masses at Target prices! I can't think of a better way to kick off spring!


Coming soon to a Target near you!



{photos via Coutorture}

I love the use of color and pattern in Jessica Gonacha's work. Her paintings are a breath of fresh air with their unexpected combinations. I really love her faceless figurative works, that remind me a bit of one of my other favorite artists, Alyson Fox. I am in the process of making over my apartment, and I would love to have one of her prints (if not more). Much to my delight, Jessica recently added the following prints to her shop:

the idea chair print $15

the bird lady print $15


black rain print $15

juniper & carnation print $15

Cory Kennedy is the face of Urban Decay's Spring 2008 collection. I have always said that Cory looks better with the "I just got out of bed" look--the look that has become her signature, but she cleans up nice too...


View more photos, a video, and the spring looks from Urban Decay here

Read Cory's blog here

Oh, and Happy (belated) Birthday Cory! She is finally 18, so that means she is practically ancient! :)

I am loving these images by Gala Collette, they have a dream like quality that really draws you in. I love the far away perspective and that yellow dress is calling my name.














View more of work by Gala Collette here


{found via fffound}