Accessories / June 27, 2014

Fashion Awards MD 2014 – Style + Life + Fashion Media Category Recap

Fashion Awards MD is considered to be one of the premiere fashion events in the Baltimore area. This year’s theme was “Traveling Circus” and sponsors for the event included: Harbor East, Linell Ellis, Jack Daniels Tennessee Honey, Christopher Schafer Clothing, About Faces Day Spa and Salon, Lana Rae, South Moon Under, Open Fly Magazine, Hide N Seek Entertainment, Maryland Renaissance Festival, Baltimore Fashion Alliance, The Fly Wire, Yelp, and DeBois Textiles.

Style + Life + Fashion had the opportunity to attend the event being nominated for the Fashion Media Category. I was surprised to be placed on the ballot (for a second consecutive year) because I only had plans to attend as a media source. Once I received the email confirmation I was very excited to be amongst such a talented list of bloggers.

Kimberly West FAMD — Style + Life + Fashion attending the Fashion Awards MD

Dress: Romeo & Juliet {Saks Fifth Avenue} | Handbag: Louis Vuitton | Beauty Products: Fake Bake, OPI, and Cutex One Step Wipes

Jaslene Gonzalez from America’s Top Model served as the host for this year’s event. She was seen wearing a beautiful red asymmetrical gown, created by local fashion designer B. Descai with an additional black, sequin, and green dress selected by fashion stylist Thea Washington. Jaslene looked stunning and did a wonderful job of engaging the audience.

Jaslene Gonzalez and Lana Rae — Posing on the Red Carpet

What I love the most about attending any fashion event is the creativity and talent that’s circulating in the room. From face masks to custom design apparel, everyone came out to be seen and noticed. The evening continued with a variety of performances between the nominee categories and recognition was given to those with a flair for beauty, fashion, and the arts. In the honorary words of the Fashion Awards MD, we should strive to “Inspire and Be Inspired.”

For additional photos and winner’s list visit: FashionAwardsMD.com

Accessories / June 14, 2014

National Wear Your Lilly Day – June 21st First Day of Summer

Lilly Pulitzer®, the authentic resort fashion brand owned by Oxford Industries, Inc., (NYSE:OXM), is thrilled to celebrate the long-awaited first day of summer, June 21^st, aka National Wear Your Lilly Day in a bigger way than ever before. Never needing a cause for celebration, Lilly Lovers will toast their lighthearted lifestyle and the sunny days to come in their favorite Lilly pieces.

Summer is bolder and brighter and in the world of fashion, Lilly is THE resort brand to fulfill those requirements. The perfect answer to a jet-set lifestyle inspired by their Palm Beach roots, the Lilly world is filled with bright colors and wild prints. Whether you’re at a pool-side soiree, weekend wedding or burying your toes in the sand, Lilly Pulitzer’s classic chic styles and personality-filled prints are always bound to kick your summer into high gear.

Lilly will also be spreading the celebration on June 21^st in-store, online, and via their social media platforms. Just like Lilly opened stores wherever she had friends, on National Wear Your Lilly Day you will find well-known friends of the brand painting your Instagram feed in colorful prints and sunny illustrations custom made by the Lilly Print Studio. Taking the social media a step further, this summer Lilly is innovating with a user-generated content gallery via Offerpop Commerce that turns the hashtag #summerinlilly into a shoppable feed from bright & stylish Lilly Girls.

Finally, Lilly Pulitzer retail and signature stores will be partying Saturday, June 21^stwith music, sips & sweets, giveaways and much more!

Shop the Summer Collection at www.lillypulitzer.com so you are ready for the First Day of Summer!

Baltimore | Birmingham | Atlanta / February 28, 2014

Fashion Awards MD: Ashley Pecolia Spring 2014 Collection and Nominee

Combining trends off the runway with modern modesty wear and accessories, Ashley P Designs offers a variety of styles and silhouettes that cover the body including arms, legs, and cleavage. Every piece from the collection encapsulates the latest styles in fashion in high-end materials and textiles all at an affordable price point. The label caters to every individual looking to be stylish in a modest manner.

Founder, Ashley Pecolia, changed her lifestyle to modesty in November of 2010 so she wanted her line to reflect the exciting and unique features of her new lifestyle. Ashley P Designs’ spring ’14 Collection features a color palette that ranges from emerald to golden yellow, embellishments and detailed prints of the upcoming season.

The brand aims to create for the modern woman, who has to juggle many responsibilities yet do so with a fashion forward, feminine go-getter attitude.

Ashley Pecolia has shown at NY Fashion Week, has received awards including the 2013 Fashion Awards MD nomination in the Emerging Clothing Designer category.

FASHION AWARDS MD 2014 INVITES YOU TO EMERGE NOMINEE AWARDS PRESENTATION AND FASHION SHOW!

Who: Ashley P Designs
What: EMERGE Nominee awards presentation and fashion show
Why: Ashley P Designs has been nominated for EMERGE
When: March 16, 2014 at 4PM
Where: Lord Baltimore Hotel. At 20 W. Baltimore Street, Baltimore, MD, 21201

To learn more about the Fashion Awards MD, please visit www.FashionAwardsMD.com

Accessories / September 20, 2013

Beyonce and Selena Gomez Set New Fall Trend: Margo Manhattan Jewelry

As you may already know we are two days away from the official start of Fall and the newest trends have already begin to emerge. Beyonce and Selena Gomez have made a clear distinction in their choice of jewelry designer and selected Margo Manhattan as their go to brand of choice.

The Manhattan based jewelry designer is keeping a tight lip about the specific pieces selected by Beyonce for her two upcoming videos “Liquor” and “Hugs and Kisses,” however she gave StyleLifeFashion exclusive photos of the complete collection.

Among other A-List celebs that have grown very fond of the brand is Selena Gomez. Selena recently stopped in the Manhattan location to purchase Margo’s signature Passion ring, two rings that fit perfectly together to form one complete ring, for both herself and her mother. The brand has been receiving lots of attention and promises to have custom and signature pieces to fit your unique style. To see more visit: www.MargoManhattan.com

design / May 1, 2013

Tabitha Bethune and La Playbill Collection

Tabitha Bethune, longtime actress and award-winning playwright, is releasing her new evening wear collection, La Playbill. With the desire to reignite interest in elegant formal wear, Tabitha Bethune of The Wild Life Reserve, decided to create beautiful, timeless clothing under the LA PLAYBILL brand. Looks from the collection will be previewed at the Bal des Artistes event presented by the Creative Alliance of New Orleans.

About LA PLAYBILL:

Tabitha is a lover of the arts, and for this reason, LA PLAYBILL is a tribute to the arts. A LA PLAYBILL gown is the perfect marriage of timeless beauty and comfort. LA PLAYBILL’s signature is 18 Karat gold stitching at the hem of the gown to accentuate its level of excellence. Therefore, a LA PLAYBILL gown is to be handed down to the next generation. Because Tabitha is a New Orleans native and NOCCA alum, her fabric choices tell a story with an exquisite voice. A LA PLAYBILL gown celebrates all the important moments in a woman’s life while allowing her to feel confident, beautiful, and splendid. LA PLAYBILL gowns don’t just make statements but tell stories.

About Tabitha Bethune:

Tabitha Bethune, designed LA PLAYBILL to pay homage to the arts and her undying love for the theater. Making use of rich, smoldering fabrics, Bethune constructed remarkable gowns each inspired by some of the world’s favorite plays, artists and movies from both the present and past. In addition to the 18 karat gold stitching found in every hem of LA PLAYBILL gowns, Bethune’s signature line contains dramatic cuts and tailoring.

The daughter of a seamstress, Tabitha Bethune was introduced to sewing at an early age. Beginning when she was five, Bethune regularly assisted her mother by threading needles and cutting patterns for her as she sewed clothing for her seven children. Bethune soon recognized her passion for designing garments, which flourished in her adult years.

In 2006 Tabitha married Micaiah Bethune, designer and owner of the locally renowned men’s clothing line, The Wild Life Reserve. Collectively under the umbrella of The Wild Life Reserve LA PLAYBILL’s mission seeks to preserve elements of raw fashion that have been eliminated by mass production void of personal style. Bethune’s LA PLAYBILL comes to fruition as a result of today’s relaxed fashion culture that has been stripped of black-tie standards and has lost sight of the respect once paid to the stage by simply dressing up.

Tabitha Bethune would like to thank her two wonderful children Jasmine and Olivia Bethune as well as her husband Micaiah Bethune .

For more information on LA PLAYBILL:

www.laplaybill.com

Beauty / April 24, 2013

Fall 2013 Lookbook: Alexander McQueen

Alexander McQueen is one of my favorite designers. The clothing/designs from this (fall 2013) collection is the epitome of couture and represents “all” that we love about high fashion.

Most importantly, the quality of the garments and ornate details can not be replicated.

Take a look at Alexander McQueen’s Fall 2013 Lookbook. Click on the link for more details about the collection: Refinery 29.

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art / October 4, 2012

Alexander McQueen Spring 2013 RTW

Alexander McQueen is the epitome of Haute Couture! The creativity, fabric, colors and design of an Alexander McQueen garment exhibits all things that are considered “fashion.”

Enjoy photos from the Spring 2013 Collection and here’s a hint: headpieces, jewels, and bold colors…OH MY!

The Alexander McQueen Spring 2013 Runway Show

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design / August 13, 2012

REEDS JEWELERS TO DEBUT PANDORA JEWELRY AT VALLEY MALL

REEDS Jewelers at Valley Mall in Hagerstown is very excited to announce the addition of its latest fine jewelry collection, PANDORA, which offers romantic and feminine pieces that inspire women to embrace their individuality and express their personal style.
“PANDORA continues to grow in popularity within our community and globally,” said Allison Myers, Store Manager of REEDS Jewelers at Valley Mall. “We are thrilled to now offer dedicated PANDORA fans and new customers the selection from the high quality, hand-finished collection in one convenient place and the opportunity to view the latest styles and selections the line has to offer.”

“We’d like to invite all the back-to-school shoppers to come by our special launch event for PANDORA on Saturday, August 18 from 11 AM to 7 PM at REEDS Jewelers in Valley Mall. We’ll be serving catered refreshments and light hors d’ oeuvres and attendees will receive a travel jewelry box gift for every $100 purchase,” added Myers.
Best known for its patented bracelet design and customizable charm bracelets in sterling silver and 14K gold, PANDORA, helps capture the unforgettable moments of life, such as a young woman’s first day of senior high school, or first year of college, and beyond.
Just in time for fall accessorizing or an early holiday purchase, the affordable luxury assortment offers a wide range of prices, allowing women the freedom to build their collection over time. Jewelry from the PANDORA Moments collection range from $25 to $845, providing jewelry options for every woman and every single occasion. The breathtaking collection of bracelets, earrings, necklaces, rings with handset precious gemstones makes the perfect gift for every occasion and can be combined, matched, layered and stacked to create a uniquely personal expression. Get connected and find out the latest information about REEDS on Facebook (http://www.facebook.com/reedsfb) and Twitter (https://twitter.com/ReedsJewelers ).

About REEDS Jewelers:

William and Roberta Zimmer founded REEDS Jewelers in 1946 downtown Wilmington, NC. Understanding that the trust and loyalty of their customers was their most valuable asset, the Zimmer family has carefully grown REEDS Jewelers into one of the largest jewelry store chains in the country.www.reeds.com. Serving the Hagerstown community, REEDS Jewelers is located in Valley Mall. Call (301) 582-0570 for questions or further information on Pandora and the Special Event.

About PANDORA:

PANDORA has been making its mark in the international fine jewelry industry for 30 years, and is world-renowned for its high-quality, hand finished design. The collections inspire women to embrace their individuality with romantic and feminine pieces that capture the unforgettable moments of life. The strength of the PANDORA charm bracelet is the detailed design, the high quality and the unique threaded bracelet system (U.S. Pat. No. 7,007,507.) The affordable luxury collections include customizable charm bracelets, rings, earrings, necklaces and watches made from sterling silver and 14K and 18K gold with handset gemstones. Perfect for any occasion, PANDORA jewelry is sold in 65 countries on six continents in more than 10,000 locations. To view the PANDORA collection, build a bracelet online or locate a jeweler, please visit PANDORA.net.

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