It’s time to get your heels on with some Guess and Stuart Weitzman Pumps, or a delectable pair of sandals from one of my favorite shoes designers - Sergio Rossi.

Now I really personally love Guess Pumps. Their young, classy, and sexy. You can dress them up or down. With a favorite skirt or dress. Or that infamous pair of jeans that you just love.

GUESS by Marciano - Leather Pump - $90.00. Dress up or down your look for the day or evening

Moving onto Stuart Weitzman Pumps. Who offers a more conservative approach to his shoes. With a lower heel, you can feel comfortable in. Though I do prefer his classic black suede platform pump.

Stuart Weitzman Tofu Suede Pump - Retails at Neiman Marcus for $315.00

Get flashy with a designer Sergio Rossi sandal pump - Retails at $650

With designer fair in mind upon purchasing you’re Sergio Rossi Sandals.
Even though we are officially nearing the end of summer. You can still get away with wearing a pair of those designer sandals on those last days of summer. Plus, a Sergio Rossi sandal makes for a great dressy evening shoe.

Looks great with the two-tone pink and black!

Senior Writer’s Choice - “An easy way to add some subtle color to your fall wardrobe. For a casual lunch look with jeans or simply with a monochrome outfit for a sleek office look. Shown here with a Couture Couture dress, a Stella McCartney clutch and a Roberto Cavalli bracelet.”

Source: TheFind.com

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Aveeno and Beau Soleil have partnered to create a limited edition bag! Buy any two Aveeno products and receive this eco-friendly Beau Soleil Reduce, Recycle, Renew tote bag for free ($44 retail value)!

With green products on the rise, Beau Soleil Company’s focus is on sustainability, fair trade and labor. Beau Soleil uses fabric made out of bamboo, a sustainable material, vegetable-dyed organic cottons. As well as vintage tencel, which is made from eucalyptus tress, as well as recycled leather trims. Using organic raw materials with the end goal of offering consumers environmentally healthy clothing choices without sacrificing fashion!

Aveeno on the other hand, has excellent natural skin care products. That use soy, oat, and shitake mushrooms bases for their natural skin care lines. A few favorites of mine are the Skin Relief moisturising cream and the Skin Relief moisturizing lotion.

This rich cream is clinically proven to provide immediate, long-lasting relief for itchy, extra dry skin, while moisturizing for 24 hours. Its breakthrough, patented formula with natural colloidal oatmeal, cocoa and shea butters provides a protective barrier to prevent future dryness and contains menthol to cool dry skin on contact. It’s great even on especially rough areas like heels, elbows and knees.

This moisturizing lotion is specially formulated to relieve and protect itchy, extra dry skin, and is clinically proven to moisturize for a full 24 hours. It’s unique formula combines natural colloidal oatmeal, long known for its skin-soothing properties, rich emollients and cooling menthol to provide long-lasting moisturization and soothing itch relief.

You can buy Aveeno products from Walgreens, Walmart, Target, Rite Aid, and Ulta.com.

So to take advantage of this special offer, purchase two Aveeno products and send your reciepts to: Vogue’s Aveeno Gift-With-Purchase, c/o Vogue promotion Department, 4 Times Square, 12th Floor, NYC 10036. One per customer while supplies last!

Source: Aveeno, Beau Soliel

Disclaimer: Couture in The city is not responsible for this giveaway. And is the sole responsibility of the Vogue Promotion Department.

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New York - We can’t do fashion week without covering one of the most classic designers - Carolina Herrera. Her gorgeous gowns fully flowed with bright spring colors in full bloom. Showing off in reds, yellows, blues and greys.

The collection - colorful in nature. Is purely inspired by the flower blossoms of the season. Although all the gowns are somewhat uniform in design. There is only one thing that separates them from each other - color. We see bold reds, yellows, and blues, streaming in unison down the runway.

Each particular gown, uniquely defined with a different cut. A slight delicate ruffle here. An off the shoulder piece there. The gowns have the perfect movie star inspired theme. And I am quite sure that we will see many A-Listing actresses wearing her 2009 collection to the Oscars. But with the new wave, comes the old wave. The collection also deeply inspires from the Greek mysticism. Especially with the off the shoulder cuts, and the full flowing nature of the gowns.

But somehow, it all just ties together like a perfect bouquet. Then things jazz up a little with the greys. Almost adding an exotic touch to the collection. It’s like putting an orchard amongst the roses. But it works. We finish the collection with whites, to wash out all the purity in the color. Finishing the collection with pure elegance.

Source: Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week

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New York - Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week kick started with b. michael’s firing up the runway. And he has kept his promise of offering us more glam than ever. With great cuts and perfect lines. Sensuous and sexy fifty inspired fashions. And delightfully accented dresses with poker dots, bold geometric fabrics, and his usual classic chic - stark black.

From the top, orange and pink mauves could not have been more greatly appreciated than in a bold geometric design using silk. The dress flows beautifully, adding a little roaring twenties gatsby into the models stride.

When I see this next outfit, I just want to be sitting down to afternoon tea. The design is very high couture, with the beiges and strong plush hat accenting this to be the perfect Ascot wardrobe. Very dreamy.

My third choice of dress is delightful in oceanic blue, with two contrasting colors beguiling each other. To create the perfect Zen moment. It’s almost like drawing water in a Japanese inspired garden - the perfect cut in color - is the perfectly drawn stroke in the sand.

Hot to trot in poker dots and snappy heels. Yes girls, it’s time to get your bee-hives up with a lot of hairspray. In this surely well rounded 1950’s inspired number.

Stiff colors and scarf’s for the sophisticate women. Accented with great lines, and exotic patterns. Once again we are seeing the Zen trend sparkling through.

My favorite of the collection. We see the best of b. michael here in this stark black cocktail dress. Tighting up the waist with a beautiful corset stylization. And the cleverly accented signature mark of b. michael’s geometric pattern. And frill cuts ties up pure sophistication to his spring 2009 look.
b. michael’s has transformed, created, and conquered the runway. And has brought back the romance to fashion. And for that my friend we applaud you.

Source: Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week

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*Best Beauty Product of 2008 - CLEAN Perfume - Shower Fresh for Men

At Couture we are proud to present the debut of the second Men’s Fragrance from the CLEAN Perfume line - Shower Fresh for Men. From the makers of the famous celebrity scents that is universal for both men and women. We had to let you know how fabulous this product is, as well as do a giveaway!

The CLEAN Perfume Shower Fresh for Men, was also picked as one of the *Best Beauty Products of 2008 by Couture in the City. For its huge popularity, clean and simple scent, and for its universal appeal to both men and women!

The CLEAN Perfume line, worn by celebrities such as Jason Biggs, James McEvoy, Courteney Cox Arquette, Diane Kruger, and Kerry Washington (to just name a few). Have exploded their exclusive fragrance lines to suite both the women and man. Including their popular lines CLEAN WELLNESS, and FRESH LAUNDRY.

CLEAN Shower Fresh for Men is the quintessential just-from-the-shower scent. With juicy notes of Bergamot and Citrus intermix perfectly with the cool undertones of Thyme and Spearmint while Black Tea and Cedarwood create the fresh and simple aroma of Shower Fresh masculinity that captures a perfect-moment-in-time.

Here is what our friends had to say about CLEAN Shower Fresh for Men.

“I think the scent is wonderful and lasts all day. I think it smells great on me as well as my boyfriend.”
Angelique Sims - Editor - Couture in the City, Atlanta, GA

” The fragrance is amazing! It is just as its name suggests - CLEAN. Bold and masculine but not overpowering, classy but simple. I love the fresh citrus tones. This is a great product!”
Brian Copeland - Singer/Songwriter - Brian Copeland Band, Portland, OR

“It really smells like I just stepped out of the shower! The scent is light and crisp. My girlfriend Katia wants to wear it too! So it almost could be a unisex scent!”
James Swofford - Head Chef - South Western Cuisine, Charlotte, NC

“I think it is fresh. It’s got a perfect cool tone to it. Its lasts. It gives me that hip, cool, crisp scent I want during the day.”
SL Thorsen - National Contemporary Painter - Los Angeles, CA

We are also giving away one 4 oz Eau de Toilette of Shower Fresh for Men! So subscribe to Couture in the City to be added to the pool of picks. And if you already subscribe you are automatically added to the giveaway. The giveaway will run until September 23rd 2008. So good luck to you all my beautynistas!

Source: www.cleanperfume.com

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New York - Were going live to New York with the hottest model celebrity news. Were talking Vogue TV with IMG models, promoting the crème de la crème at Mercedes-Benz fashion week. The evening’s Model.Live event sponsored by EXPRESS honored the show’s stars, Austria Alcantara, Madeline Kragh and Cato Van Ee.

Looking sharpe - models Madeleine, Austria, and Cato strut their stuff at Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week for Spring 2009. Hosted at The Bowery Hotel on September 3, 2008 in New York.

Well you are probably wondering what is Model.Live? Well move over Tyra Banks, with America’s Next Top Model. Here we see real life, with real models, at real agencies. Not that I haven’t been guilty of watching a few re-runs of ANTM myself, and rooting for the all the fashion model hopefuls.
But Vogue. TV alongside one of New York’s top fashion agencies - IMG.

Actress Becki Newton and model Cato Van Ee attend Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Spring 2009

Have launched something even more to the life of the model. This innovative, hip and stylistically worldly online series. Takes each of our model stars and brings real life hopes, dreams, and inspirations - to everday life. The girls are simple, yet intriguing to watch. And yet very inspirational.

The Model.Live Trio

We hear their truth, and how they were scouted by their talent agent. And what’s even more delightful is to watch Madeline celebrate her 16th birthday straight out of Brazil. So if you want real life model stories, and you’re a model realty TV regular. Than you’ll love tuning into Model.Live.

Source: Model.Live, Vogue TV, IMG, Wire Image

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With fashion week just around the corner I know that we are all curious about what’s out there for Spring 2009. Questions like is Justin Timberlake the new Gwen Stefani? Will goth be the new grunge? Here’s everything you need to know—to be in the know—before New York fashion week even starts.

William Rast Is the New L.A.M.B.

Gwen Stefani is taking things to a new level with her savvy brand L.A.M.B. But copycat Justin Timberlake is hoping for a similar business fashion model success with William Rast, a denim collection that’s been expanded to include men’s and women’s ranges designed by Johan and Marcella Lindeberg.

Joseph Altuzarra Is the New Boy Wonder

Joseph Altuzarra’s only a few years out of school, Altuzarra doesn’t even have a Web site yet—although he has an internship with Marc Jacobs and stints with Proenza Schouler and Riccardo Tisci at Givenchy under his natty belt. His precocious debut is being shown by appointment in New York next week.

Nicholas Kirkwood Is the New Christian Louboutin

Nicholas Kirkwood is ready to step into being in control. As he’s landed a gig making shoes for Pollini, where the appointment of Jonathan Saunders as ready-to-wear director has made it one of Milan’s must-see shows. Celebrities such as Selma Blair have been spotted in his architectural stilettos and platform heels.

Source: Style.com

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Simple, chic, and sometimes with freckles shining through, the au natural look gets updated and subtly illuminated with peachy, pinky shades to give a slight punch that looks almost doll-like. Makeup artist Tyron Machusen explains, “For lips, these shades of apricot and pink are flattering on everyone and really complement a gorgeous, fresh complexion.”

FOR GLISTENING EYES

For eyes that glisten, first cover dark circles, and even the upper lid with a reflective concealer. Apply champagne shadow to lids, then define the upper lash line with deep brown shadow. Bolster lashes with a coat of lash primer, and finish with blue-black mascara to instantly brighten the eyes.

Wicked Lovely Eye Shadow Duo

What it is: A luxurious eye shadow duo.

What it does: Smashbox Wicked Lovely Eye Shadow Duo is exactly what you need to create a smoldering look for evening.

What else you need to know: This limited-edition product has a velvety cashmere texture which glides on for buildable color and blends smoothly for looks that last.

Photo Op Under Eye Brightener

What it is: A brush-on under eye brightening cream.

What it is formulated to do: Photo shoots often start early in the morning when models and celebs aren’t quite looking their best, but those dark circles are now a thing of the past! With this lightweight brightener, you’ll be camera ready in no time! It works to make you look your best so you’ll be prepared for any photo opportunity that pops up!

FOR LUMINOUS SKIN

Start by filling in fine lines with a clear wrinkle filler. Then highlight the bridge of the nose, brow bones, and the upper lip with a dab of luminizer. Add a girly glow to the look with a dusting of peachy-pink blush on the apples of the cheeks, and brush a bronzy highlighter up towards the temples.

Artificial Light Luminizing Lotion

It’s all in the lighting … luminize your face by blending this oil-free lotion into your foundation. Ginkgo biloba and Japanese green tea will add a natural glow.

FOR PEARLY LIPS

For lush lips, first smooth them out with a lip exfoliator. Then outline and fill them in with shimmery nude lipstick. Take the shine up a notch with a layer of peachy gloss.

Wicked Lovely Doubletake Lip Color

What it is: A double-ended lip pencil and creamy lip color in one.

What it does: Create gorgeous lips with the Smashbox Wicked Lovely Doubletake Lip Pencil.

What else you need to know: The vitamin-packed formula has caffeine and nourishing wheat glycerides to moisturize and protect lips.

Source: Sephora, Smashbox

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Win this on Today’s Couture! A beautiful 22k Gold Vermeil necklace by Zavida Jewelry! Valued at $110.00! Subscribe here if you don’t already and be added to the Couture in the City readers pool of picks.

Couture in the City and Zavida Gemstones is proud to announce our exclusive giveaway on Today’s Couture! Today we are featuring a review of this exceptional and exotic jewelry line from around the world! This beautiful line of jewelry is a personal favorite of mine. And you can’t go wrong with a jewelry line whose artists are diverse from the most exotic parts of the world. From India, Africa, Asia, Central America and South America. The Zavida line specializes in bringing unique and beautiful jewelry from around the world - with a touch of the exotic. Most of their jewelry line is made of sterling silver, gold and exceptionally high quality gemstones.

Editor’s choice - These exceptionally beautiful 22k gold vermeil and blue topaz with aquamarine are an elegant dangle earring to wear out to dinner.

Angelique - Editor’s choice - “I love these earrings! Blue topaz is one of my favorite stones. On a fashion sense, I would recommend wearing these earrings with hair in a nice sleek ponytail. I wore them to a birthday party last weekend and I received so many complements on how adorable they looked! These make a great gift item too!”

Senior Writer’s choice - gold vermeil and filigree earrings. With circular filigree designed with charm dangles, in a swirl post earring. These are great to wear anytime, anywhere!

Even though Zavida creates exceptional jewelry, they also have a keen hand in philanthropy. Their mission - to help struggling artisans half -way around the world. Zavida Gemstones makes a point in offering socially-conscious handmade semi-precious gemstone jewelry.

So far Zavida has granted $23,000 to support the indigenous silversmiths of India who create some of Zavida’s jewelry offerings. The funds come as part of Zavida’s progressive business model that gives back 25% of its profits to struggling regions where its worldly jewelry and gemstones originate, plus private donations. Now that’s giving back! In addition to giving back 25% of their profits, Zavida purchases directly from the silversmiths. Helping to further the silversmiths’ financial gain. Zavida then sells the silversmiths’ pieces as part of the many jewelry options offered on its retail website.

But now Couture in the City and Zavida are giving back too! And be one of the lucky readers to win our exceptional gift item. Enter today, and if you already subscribe to Couture in the City, you are automatically added into the pool of picks. This fantastic giveaway will run until September 12th! So be sure to check back in. When we will be giving away another beautiful jewelry item from Zavida on Friday September 19th! So good luck to you all my fashionistas!

Source: Zavida Gemstones

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Get sentimental with welly boots, statement rings and Elizabeth & James fashions.
Well you know when we are talking about Welly boots that the probability of rain is just around the corner. Or when you need to accent your outfit and you need that ‘cocktail ring’, or shall we say that ’statement ring’. And the perfect scarf tank top that you are seeking can be satisfied with a petite ‘belle de jour’ by Elizabeth and James. So by the sounds of all of this we have a very accommodating outfit. Let’s just say that going to that party tonight is going to be very interesting indeed!

Start your rain proof outfit with some welly boots. Now being British myself, I remember back when I lived in the UK when these little treasures were very fashionable. In fact I don’t think that they ever went out of fashion! Here are a few of my favorite picks!

Add a little style with these checkered wellys. And at $51.00 a pair, they are a steal!

Feeling a little posh? Or you are an avid horseback rider? Then these equestrian rubber boots by Tamara Henriques are just for you. Retails at $125.00

Accent your look with a great scarf tank top by Elizabeth & James. These petite beauties are just the ticket to making your ‘welly’s look more fashionable’. Match this great black top with a pair of jeans for a great casual look.

Complete the look with your statement ring, or ‘cocktail ring’. Here are a few great pieces to choose from.

Elegante with sky blue topaz, onyx and absolute stones

14k white gold princess citrine diamond ring

Source: TheFind.com

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