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Tommy loves Macys (so do we)

By Andrea Thatcher on October 26th, 2007

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Of course you can already find styles like this “Tommy Hilfiger tartan empire waist dress, $159, at Macy’s stores. But soon your selection of Tommy sportswear will increase when you walk into a Macy’s and decrease everywhere else as the two firms have inked an exclusive deal. WWD calls this a “bold move” on the part of Hilfiger and are hopeful that this will mean Americans see more of the upscale products that have fueled the brand’s European popularity. We also hope it will help Macy’s tepid sales, as we’re big fans of the department store. But don’t worry, Tommy will still operate their own stand-alone stores and sell on their Web site.



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Are you a full-fledged fashionista? Join the Shiny Style writing team!

By Andrea Thatcher on October 10th, 2007

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I love editing this blog, but there are only so many hours in the day, and in the name of expansion, I’m looking for someone to handle the short fashion news stories that always crop up, so I can concentrate on the longer, more image-heavy styling posts.

If you have a serious interest in high fashion, a way with words and an hour or so to spare each day, get in touch. Your job will be to write up any important fashion news; who’s been spotted with who, which designers are moving up the ranks and which models have signed the million dollar contracts. You’ll be Shiny Style’s roving style maven, and as such you’ll need to know where to look for the up-to-the-minute fash-pack gossip and industry news. What you won’t be doing is raiding online shops for outfits and sale news. We’ve got that covered!

If you think you’ve got what it takes, drop me a line at Jackie@shinymedia.com before November 1st with the email subject ‘Shiny Style writer.’ Please include a resume with your name, age and location, as well as some info about yourself and two test blog posts. Write new posts as if you’ve already got the job, don’t just send a link to your own blog (if you have one). I need to see that you’re resourceful and up to date when it comes to style news so your test posts should be original material aimed at Shiny Style readers.



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DIY fashion for burgeoning designers

By Andrea Thatcher on October 10th, 2007

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When tailoring the latest designer ensemble is taking its toll on your wardrobe budget, DIY fashion could be a wiser option. Finding the perfect pair of jeans, tailored dresses, or fashion-forward t-shirts with your own label is easier than ever with the growth of online custom-made apparel shops and websites that let us create our own trend following. Sites such as UJeans, Spreadshirt.com, and Rebecca & Drew allow us to find exactly the right fit with high quality and the latest trends in mind.

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Get the look of Balenciaga’s blazer for less with this Alice and Olivia option

By Andrea Thatcher on October 1st, 2007

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Fashionistas are fawning over Balenciaga’s wool blazer available at Barney’s and Balenciaga for $2,575. But if that seems like a steep price for a white blazer that will show city grime or lunchtime spills like nobody’s business, check out this Alice and Olivia blazer on sale at Bluefly for $240. Sure, the Alice and Olivia version is black and white, not blue and white, and lacks some of the rich details of the Balenciaga, but I actually think the color combo is a bit chicer and less “just stepped of the yacht.”



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Slithering into fall with a Prada Pitone frame bag

By Andrea Thatcher on September 17th, 2007

PradaPitone.jpgSince the python print is keeping us on our toes this season, a Prada Pitone bag offers the perfect reason to tote things up with an eye-catching brown and tan combination. The bag features smooth brown python skin and magnetic snap closures; exotic braid handles offer a unique touch on this one, and the extra twine makes it much easier to tote along a day’s worth of goods, supplies, and wallet–along with the Blackberry and latest copy of Vogue.

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Virtual reality dressing room? iFashion launches in South Korea

By Andrea Thatcher on September 4th, 2007

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If you’ve ever wondered if the digital version of yourself would fare better in a dressing room situation, venture over to iFashion for a taste of the future. Virtual reality dressing rooms are a rising trend in South Korea where fashionistas of all ages are enjoying the freedom of trying on clothes without leaving the comforts of home. The Shinsegae Department Store in downtown Seoul is the world’s first store to run an i-Fashion option where shoppers can make a purchase using a mobile phone or in-store computer. A card is created with each shopper’s body measurements and easily matched up to the latest fashions or selected collections. Once shoppers are in the system, they can browse digital catalogs, ‘size’ them to fit, and even share results and wishlists with friends. It’s the newest face of technology; finding the perfect fit (and avoiding any swimsuit shopping anxiety completely) may not be so hard after all.



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Exclusive Stuart Weitzman shoes at Scoop NYC

By Andrea Thatcher on July 27th, 2007

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Scoop NYC is launching new fall shoes by Stuart Weitzman, exclusively for the store, and they’re up on the site now! The range is a great way to get Stuart Weitzman designs for a bit lower than their usual price. The quilted peep toe pumps at left go for $295. True, they may not look like quite the same quality of design and craftsmanship that you might get at a Stuart Weitzman boutique, but they’re definitely stylish for the season and I’d personally keep these in my repertoire beyond their allotted trendiness. I love the classic vampiness of them. Don’t forget to cash in on free shipping on any Stuart Weitsman for Scoop pair – just use the code SWF07 at checkout.

Related: Stuart Weitzman designs shoes especially for the Oscars | Stuart Weitzman Conan boot | Quilted peep-toe pumps by Carvela



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Top Five: Drop Waist Dresses

By Andrea Thatcher on July 25th, 2007

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It seems you can officially wear a drop-waist dress when you’re not dressed up as a 20′s flapper, as designers have been updating the style for a few seasons now and have really got the knack of it. We’ve chosen our favorites of the bunch to punch up your late-summer wardrobe and provide layering pieces for fall. Details after the jump.

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