What Was She Thinking? Celeb Shiny Mishaps

Penelope Cruz (source)


Penelope Cruz again! (source)

The Redeeming Dress...

Penelope Cruz (ahh, much better)



Elizabeth Banks (source)

Joy Bryant (source)

The Problem? Too much shine. The Offenders? Red carpet celebs...whether stepping out for a daytime or evening event, celebs are still slightly overdoing it with the shine factor. A little bit is okay, but unforgiving satin that blinds the paparazzi is probably a bit much. Paired with strange accents (pockets in a dress? under the armpit neckties?), they look even goofier. The tinsel is off of the tree and the ball has long dropped in Times Square...so lets put away the shiny stuff until next holiday season, hmmm?

Better bets for cold weather fashion? Think earthy tones, jeans tucked into fancy boots, chunky sweaters and lots of cute accessories...see, winter fashion doesn't have to be boring!
Angie Harmon (source)

Kate Moss

Jessica Biel

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Luscious Handbag find of the Day: Dolce & Gabbana Large Satchel

D&G Dolce & Gabbana $825
Large Calfskin Leather Satchel

Grained calfskin leather
Nickel hardware on white; aged brass hardware on black

Match this amazing satchel with a sexy peep-toe pump

D&G Dolce & Gabbana
Perforated Calfskin Peep-Toe Pump $465.00

Perforated calfskin leather and smooth leather
Metallic silver peeks through perforations

Shop eLuxury.com

Luscious Handbag find of the Day: Blush B-Lush

Manu Pegasus with Light
Was $509 Now $254.50 Couture in the City favorite****
The Pegasus is a source of poetic inspiration, and now it's inspiring our fashion too.

Fab Fashion Blogs Friday

How Many Shoes Do You Have?


So, my co-worker asks me the other day, "How many pairs of shoes do you have?"
[Shopaholics Anonymous]

Beauty Spring Peek: Matte Fuchsia Lips


The Spring 2007 Diane Von Furstenberg Show was called "All About Eve," as in the first woman. It was meant to look simple, sophisticated and seductive. [FabSugar]

January “it” Girl – Corinne Bailey Rae

Corinne Bailey Rae’s soulful vocals pin you!! in the guitar ballad "Like A Star" and uplift you with blues-fueled school girl charm in "Put Your Records On." [The It Lists]

Baby It’s Cold Outside


Cardigans are stylish at last, and Charlotte Tarantola’s beautiful designs are nothing like the sweaters your Grandma knit. [I Heart Luxe]

Trendscape: Wide Trouser Jeans


Chip & Pepper Arctic Fox Wide Trouser Jean | $198 at Shopbop

As we begin to retire the skinny jeans fad, we’re welcoming with open arms the wide-legged denim trend. [Omiru]


For Your Boy: Spring 2007 Versace Bag

[Kristopher Dukes]

Luscious Handbag find of the Day: Mosa Leather Hobo by Hayden Harnett

Mosa Leather Hobo, Chocolate $610

The leather version of our popular Mosa hobo has leather lacing and studded applique details.

Hayden-Harnett

Luscious Handbag find of the Day: India Clutch by Bambina di Cioccolato

New York handbag designer Bambina di Cioccolato - $98

This wool clutch with Italian leather buckle fits nicely under your arm and is smart enough for day or night. Lined with durable bengaline it's sturdy yet soft to the touch.

Available at Trunkshop

Tell Him You Love Him with Royal Underground, Couture in the City Fashion Blog

Looking for a unique Valentine's Day gift for your boyfriend or husband, but don't want to go the usual cologne/necktie/cuff links route? Then get him something haut and hot from Royal Underground, the new line from fashion maven and former St. John creative director Kelly Gray and Mötley Crüe Bassist/ Songwriter Nikki Sixx.

It will be a treat for you both really...luxe leather jackets and tough, but fashionable tees and jeans for him, and eye candy for you. Available only at Neiman Marcus, Nordstrom and Bloomingdales, snatch up something for the man on your V-Day list before they are all gone. Also, be on the lookout for the Spring 2007 line coming soon.

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