Fly shoes to rock during NYFW #NYFW #Countdown

Yes, give a girl the right shoes and she can conquer the world! Dress to impress if you want to get into the lens of the photographer shooting during New York Fashion Week this September. For that, you'll have to have a proper gear. The most important accessory is of course shoes.  We came up with an impressive list that will certainly get the attention!   Go get 'em girl!

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Sophia Webster Chiara Butterfly Wing Sandal, Fuchsia

Tabitha Simmons Floral sandals

Pierre Hardy Suede and leather Eye

Miu Miu Glittered Patent leather pump

Givenchy shark lock wedge

Chloe lace-up leather boots

Manolo Blahnik Hangisi Satin pump

macgraw Shepherd girl T-Bar shoes

First look at Balmain for H&M #HMBALMAINATION #Balmain

The gold ropes are one of the signature detail from the Balmain X H&M collection, launching worldwide November 5th. 

@Balmain instagram

@Balmain instagram

Sally Lapointe FW15 #SallyLapointe #NYFW

SALLY LAPOINTE IS A WOMEN’S DESIGNER READY-TO-WEAR COLLECTION DESIGNED AND PRODUCED
IN NEW YORK CITY. LAPOINTE OFFERS THE INDUSTRY MODERN MINIMAL LUXE WITH AN EDGE.
LAPOINTE MASTERFULLY MIXES LUXURIOUS FABRICATIONS TO CREATE JUXTAPOSITION IN HER
COLLECTIONS THAT COMPLEMENT THE MODERN AND MINIMAL SILHOUETTES.

STAY TUNED FOR MORE FROM SALLY LAPOINTE FROM NEW YORK FASHION WEEK

Natalia Vodianova shot by David Sims for Theory FW15 #NataliaVodianova #Theory

Softness, warmth and optimism with Natalia Vodianova for FW15 Theory. Best selection of contemporary pants, blazers, shirts, dresses, suits, & sweaters for today's modern women.

Amal Clooney rocking Stella McCartney look. Who would've thought? #AmalClooney

Pretty in pink, Stella McCartney pink that is, Amal Clooney leaves London home with luggage in tow.

Photo by DailyMail

They are constantly traveling with her movie star husband, George Clooney. The couple has homes in New York, London and Los Angeles.

Amal's style is usually on a classy side, but on Monday the Lebanese-British lawyer appeared in a chic, modern ensemble by Stella McCartney and we loved it.

Text Miles Socho

Now and then... #GigiHadid #NaomiCampbell #KateMoss #KendallJenner #ChristyTurlington #CaraDelevingne

Kendall & Gigi

Kate Moss

Gigi Hadid

Stephanie Seymore

The "IT" crew

Cara Delevingne and Kendall Jenner

Kate Moss

Karlie Kloss

"The dress must follow the body of a woman, not the body following the shape of the dress" Hubert de Givenchy once said. #Givenchy

“His are the only clothes in which I am myself. He is far more than a couturier, he is a creator of personality”

— Hubert de Givenchy's muse Audrey Hepburn

Hubert'sfirst impression on Audrey Hepburn.
"There are hundreds of memories. In 1953, they needed dresses for “Sabrina.” Audrey asked me to see her and she arrived in the studio. It’s not that I was disappointed to not meet Katherine Hepburn. She was ravishing. But she was dressed in a way that surprised me: small pants, ballerina flats. I asked myself ‘Who is this young lady?’ We liked each other immediately. I was in the middle of making the collection, so I couldn’t make dresses for “Sabrina” rapidly enough. I didn’t have the time. We spoke and I said “Unfortunately, I cannot do dresses for you. It’s not possible.” She said, “Can I see the dresses?” I said “Sure.” We showed them to her. There were fifteen or so dresses for her to try on very quickly. She saw the first and said, “This is exactly what I need.” We made the dresses. The film came out. It won an Oscar for the dresses but I didn’t get any credit. She was furious. She demanded “Each time I’m in a film, Givenchy dresses me.”

Givenchy was clearly platonically in love with the "fresh, unique, loyal, wonderful" Hepburn, but it's not hard to see what a charming friend he would have made in return. His manners are quietly impeccable. His way of making fashion and life seem like a dreamily beautiful affair is outstanding.

Fashion travelers around the globe to follow #fashion #travels

Nowadays Instagram feed is a great place for advertising just about anything. This year there are plenty of locations for traveling that seems to be on everyone's agenda.. And it's no secret that some resorts and cities find celebrities,  fashion bloggers as a great way to get the word out there aboutthe locations and charms.  Let's glimpse at some of the most beautiful locations in the worldthrough somebody elses lens. These bloggers love to travel and they do in style.

Murad Osmann - India @muradosmann Instagram

@LeahliahInstagram - in Cappadoccia

Jessica Stein in Positano, Italy @tuulavintage Instagram

Kirsten Alana in Tanzania @kirstenalana Instagram

Murad Osmann in Maldives @muradosmann Instagram

@aladyinlondon Instagram - Asia

@Leahliah Instagram - Morocco

@chiarraferragni Instagram - Indonesia

@tuulavintage Instagram - Pileh Lagoon

@Leahliah Instagram - Santorini, Greece

@Muradosmann Instagram - London

@julietbelkin Instagram - Moscow

@julietbelkinInstagram - San Francisco

Chanel Fall 2015 Campaign with #AnnaEwers and #LindseyWixson

Anna Ewers and Lindsey Wixson pose for photographer working on Chanel Fall 2015 Campaign.
Tweed is the main character of this season's shoot full of coats, skirts and jackets. Collection is also featuring classic two toned Chanel shoes. Dramatic setting reminds of a black and white movies of the past.

Caroline Trentini for Prabal Gurung Fall 2015 Campaign #CarolineTrentini #PrabalGurung

It is the northern New York and the Adirondacks that inspired designer Prabal Gurung for the season. Closing his Fall show with his latest muse, Brazilian bombshell, model Caroline Trentini. “I have always loved and adored her for as long as I can remember,” he talks of his muse.  “She epitomizes the PG woman. Aside from being a successful supermodel and mother, she celebrates her femininity and carries herself with a certain level of confidence and humility in her work. She is a supermodel for a reason—she acknowledges not only herself, but everyone around her.”

“For the Fall 2015 campaign, I wanted to revert back to the roots of the brand’s DNA: embracing American sportswear with a glamorous edge ”

— Prabal Gurung

The designer has chosen one of the most outspoken pieces from his Autumn/ Winter collection - fitted dress, beaded with a high cut. Later his muse, model Caroline Trentini poses nude in sandals. According to Prabal Gurung, the idea of the shooting was not to show Caroline flawlress body, but to capture a woman who feels confident in any clothes and even without.

Power brows, model turned actress, Cara Delevingne turns 23 today #CaraDelevingne

Happy Birthday, Cara Delevingne! Eyebrows of the year and "Paper Towns" star Cara turns 23 today! She's worked the best runways of the world and has the most amazing friends.
Let's take a look at some of Cara's most memorable moments.

Vintage - Always in Style #Vintage

Vintage - a style that does not leave anyone indifferent. For some it is the standard of beauty and elegance. Others do not recognize wearing things that others already wore. But clearly vintage style is very interesting and always in style.
Fashion is windy. Today what may be ultra-popular no one will wear the following year, but vintage clothes, not all, but the ones that has stood the test of time, return into our wardrobe.

You can find vintage clothing in special shops, flea markets, online stores,  even your grandmother's attic. The period from the twenties to the eighties - is the period of vintage. Anything that was sewn or made before is retro. Although designers are still arguing over this concept. Take for example Max Mara. Coats of this brand were considered the best since the 50s. In Russia, they appeared in the stores at the end of the 1980's. 25 years is considered a vintage style. And if you your mother or grandmother was the owner of the suit coat or jacket, then make a visit to inspect their closet. You will be surprised what you may suddenly find hanging there.

Keep in mind you should not combine things from different periods, it would look ridiculous. For example, patent leather boots, stockings on the platform will not fit in with a jacket that you see above. It will make a bad combination.

You also should not put the entire wardrobe of vintage items. It will look better if one or two items are of modern nature. It will then create a perfect look. For example  a costume from the late 50's  and pointed toe shoes from the same era will look appropriate.

It is necessary to be careful when shopping for vintage items. It's best to buy the right size since alteration of the vintage item is not always easy. Pay attention to cleanliness of the item. Often stains created with age of the item are virtually impossible to remove without damaging it.  Replacing a button is easy since buttons can be bought in stores.

For those who do not know where to start when creating an image in vintage style, pay attention to the shoes or jewelry. Jewellery of this period is not always made of precious metal, a lot of jewelry made from plastic. Accessories can be used in business attire as well as for the evening.

Vintage  handbags are  trendy.  Fashion accessories change almost every decade. Today we find bags as seen years ago.  Combining these handbags you should follow the same rule you follow with the modern bag.

Vintage items can be put together from three items adding an original accessories from present period. Please note  that all things must be of one era.

For those who like vintage style  but does not want to carry things from someone else's shoulder, there are a number of shops that sew clothes for old clothing patterns. Just make sure you pick a fabric as close as possible to the original.

Vintage things carry a soul. While selecting vintage item pay attention as the item may choose you.

Text Miles Socho

Dior models in Former USSR - Moscow 1959 #Fashion #Vintage

One weekend in June 1959 a real furor was made. Muscovites who wandered into GUM, the USSR’s premier department store, were treated to an extraordinary scene: French models, dressed in vibrantly colored Dior suits. The models paraded through Moscow for five nights while there for a Christian Dior fashion show. Let's dive back into the history and to that special day.

Text JOLIEGAZETTE staff
Images via Life Magazine

Kim Kardashian falls off a bike! #KimKardashian #Hype

Kim Kardashian falls off a bike only to find herself in Marie Antoinette's world. How interesting!  The truth is Kardashian is  a spokesperson for an energy drink Hype and is featured in the commercial for the brand, sporting Aubrey Hepburn first, then Marie Antoinette.

Flashback: Marc Jacobs #MarcJacobs

Because you're awesome! Fans send messages to designer Marc Jacobs on his Instagram post of the link to his work back in 1987. Check out that hair and that voice! Oh Marc!

“I mean the ideal girl would just sort of like roll out of bed after some nap, put on a slip and go out to some club dancing. And she’ll be dressed but she’ll still be kind of undressed”

— Marc Jacobs

Casino Chanel Show #Chanel #CasinoChanel

Are these shoes made for walking? #AlexanderMcQueen #LadyGaga

Lady Gaga certainly thinks so.  Lady Gaga's main squeeze Taylor Kinney had purchased three pairs of Alexander McQueen Armadillo boots at Christie's New York for the combined $295,000 . The  lucky new owner of all three pairs taken to Instagram to show off her new walking sensations, quoting one of her photos:

“when a gift comes to your from Heaven photo by Taylor Kinney, best fiancee ever.”

— lady Gaga

Text Miles Socho

Sarah Somberg hosts a NET-A-PORTER dinner in San Francisco #NetAPorter

 Quince restaurant in San Francisco held an intimate Net-a-Porter dinner to celebrate women in Fashion. The event was hosted by one of San Francisco's  most stylish women and B&N Industries Director of Social Media  Sarah Somberg with special guests global head of personal shopping at Net-a-Porter Lupe Puerta and US Client Relations Manager Lauren Elrick. 

Lupe Puerta

Sarah Somberg

The lucky guests enjoyed a 5 course meal with outstanding wine list and a pleasant  conversation with industry professionals. Finally the attendees received a generous gift from NetAPorter and most of all, elegant and delightful memories.

“Such a lucky girl to be surrounded by the most beautiful, kind hearted, and talented women that I also get to call my friends. Thank you for coming to my dinner @quince_sf with @netaporter last evening. An extra special thank you to The NAP crew @laurenelrick + @lupepuerta... 💋”

— Sarah Somberg

“I couldn’t have said it better. An evening surrounded by smart, beautiful and very chic ladies #empoweredby. Thank you for a wonderful evening”

— Lupe Puerta

JOLIEGAZETTE writing staff

What We Loved About Miami Swim Week #MiamiSwimWeek

Let just say we’re happy with what we saw this past week, as presentations of the latest resort collections, left us with a hankering to hit the closest beach. A change of pace from the traditional runway made the event all the more exclusive as presentations and trunk shows were spread all across different venues in beautiful Miami.
With longtime organizer IMG announcing that it would longer be a part of this year’s Miami Swim Week, PR agencies and long-time supporters banded together to make sure that the show went on without a hitch.
A few of our personal favorites came from the house of Tori Praver, whose collection provided us with a plethora of amazing cuts, and a romantic color palette. The proportions of the swimsuits were strong, yet feminine, proving that femininity doesn’t always have to be dainty.  Acacia blew it out of the water with swimwear that looked comfortable, and fresh, with subtle nautical hints.

Image source InStyle.com

Julian Chang made us swoon with his use of flowy fabrics, body hugging swimsuits, and his stunningly romantic lace jumpsuit.

Image source miaminewtimes.com

Overall, the shows were a raging success! We can’t wait to see what is in store for Miami Swim Week next year now that IMG will be back organizing the event.

Text Ricky Rodriguez

Image source Eonline

Borrowed from the boys fashion #meninspired #fashion

Are you (wo)man enough to try one for yourself? Because it looks like men inspired looks continue to be a huge focus in fashion, particularly for fall. We love these looks showing off menswear inspired trend.