September 2010
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BRRRRR... It's cold in here
I know its been a while since I last blogged but its been a busy few weeks. Now that labor day is over, fashion week is approaching and there is almost a chill in the air I made my first of many fall purchases. I know it seems crazy to buy a winter coat in 80 degree weather but if you don’t jump now, you miss the best pieces!
I was trying on clothes at Topshop with my favorite personal...
July 2010
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Kristin Cavallari Is Relevant In Italy? →
Doesn’t Kristin Cavallari look gorgeous!!!
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Artists & Fleas
I made my first real trip to Brooklyn this weekend with Jessie. We started our adventure on the L train to Bedford St. en route to Williamsburg’s Artists and Fleas. First we checked out the jewelry. I found a few pairs of earrings I was drawn to but nothing new or inspiring. I also tried on a gold skull ring that was very reminiscent of Alexander Mcqueen’s jewelry collection from this...
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Vivienne Westwood... affordable?
I have always loved the punk style of Vivienne Westwood. I carried her Anglomania line at the boutique and wore her pieces at every opportunity I could find. Recently, All Saints another British company has exploded in NY, but this time much more affordable!
I attended the Phoenix House Summer Gala in the Hamptons this weekend, wearing a SICK white dress from All Saints. The draping of the...
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NY Street Fairs.. My New Shopping Destination
I always see street fairs in NY during the summer and avoid them like the plague but this weekend I attended my first. Colin and I strolled the fair to get some nasty food and I found the most amazing vintage jewelry. I wore one of the pieces last night to the New York Magazine party at the opening of Upstairs at the Kimberly Hotel. Its a double strand gold chain with a big vintage pendent on...
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Denim Suggestions
I’ve had a few people ask me for jean suggestions for curvy girls since my earlier post claiming my love of my luscious butt. Here are a few tips for looking your best if you’ve got tush:
1. Make sure the rise is above 8 inches (from the seam underneath the crotch to the top button) If the rise is too low it will cut you off at your hips. Jeans should come up closer to your waist to...
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Maxi Dress Style Tip
On episode 3 of Downtown Girls, in the first scene I am wearing a long silk pink dress. Maxi dresses in the summer are always an easy go to outfit as they are super comfortable and sexy.
STYLE TIP- Curvy girls, belt your maxi dress to create a small, defined waist. Wearing a plain silk long dress can begin to look drab and force hippy girls to look too bottom heavy or girls with larger chests...
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Single Forever?
Check out the deleted scene of Klo and I picking out her wedding dress and discussing my fear of never-ending singledom! Trying On Dresses:
“Nikki reveals her fear of never getting married as she helps Klo pick out her wedding dress.”
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Showing off your "ass"ets
Let’s face it, all girls have insecurities, mine is about my “tushie”. I was either blessed or cursed depending on who you ask with a large, round derriere. Growing up I always hated my shape because I was too curvy. Being a fashion addict my whole life, I always wished for a tall, lanky body like the models, so all the clothing I loved would look good on me!
As I’ve...
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OBSESSION... Burberry Prorsum Resort Collection
Resort collections are always small and specific, but none stood out more than Burberry Prorsum’s 2011 collection. Creative director Christopher Bailey took the collection to a new shade of sexy. The trenches are more streamlined this season and their collars frame the face in an ever-so-seductive way. I die for the Leopard Jacket and the silk dresses belted at the waist. A must for the...
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DTG Episode 1 Outfit
I have been getting emails regarding my outfit on Episode 1 of Downtown Girls, in the scene of the infamous bowling alley. Even though my EX kissed and flirted with everyone, making me look like an *sshole… at least my clothes looked good.
On top I am wearing a backless t-shrit from Topshop. It had sheer panels and is super comfortable! I wore it with Jbrand 10” skinny jeans in ink...
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Red Carpet Interview with Christian Siriano
Cast of Downtown Girls:
“Cast of Downtown Girls talks to Christian Siriano about their MTV Movie Awards fashion.” My Project Runway Fashion Idol interviews Shallon, Victoria and I about our own red carpet outfits!
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MTV Movie Awards Red Carpet!
After spending the past weekend in LA at the MTV movie awards, of course now I am sick in bed. Well, here is the recap… Friday night we partied all night at Boudoir after a delicious dinner at Mozza. Saturday we ran all of our errands to prepare for the big Red Carpet debut and hung with Shallon’s ex Dargon. Now Sunday, was the BIG day! My very first Red Carpet!!! I wore a dress by...
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Elephant Obsession
Anyone who knows me, knows about my obsession with elephants. I dream of a wrist tattoo of an elephant but I am too big of a baby to pull the trigger, Instead I’ll have to accessorize with my elephant jewelry.
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What to Wear???
Lots of fun interviews and events this week… What to wear? Choices from Bergdorf Goodman, help me shop!
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Downtown Girls Trailer
Check out the trailer for Downtown Girls!!! Airs Tuesday, June 1st at 11pm on MTV!!! Watch as my friends and I have wild experiences and crazy nights out, while testing our romances and friendships! You’ll laugh, You’ll cry… but inevitably you will want to be friends with the Downtown Girls! CLICK HERE TO WATCH
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Valentino's Edgier Look
Valentino designers Mario Grazi Chiuri and Pier Paolo Picciolli are updating their signature feminine look by injecting some downtown edge. Valentino Red, bows and frills will always be apart of every Valentino collection, but now they are adding edgier looks. Kate Bosworth and Chloe Sevigny were great choices to host the party, both girls are known for their downtown looks. I am absolutely in...
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Isabel Marant Boutique Bust
As all fashionistas in NY claim, Isabel Marant is my favorite designer!!! I remember the first blouse I bought. A thick crepe wool in an army green. It was sexy, casual and cool, a classic Marant top. I’ve bought many tops, skirts, dresses etc over the years in random stores and on exciting trips, but never in an Isabel Marant boutique. When I heard that the boutique was opening, I was there...
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Coachella 2010
Whether dressed in 60’s hippie attire or raging in 90’s punk, the hot summer trends were apparent through the fields. Girls in cut-offs and tie dye T-shirts or leather shorts with exposed lingerie; casual and cool was seen through out.
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What is chic to you?
The question, “What is chic to you?” was explored through April British Vogue. Gwyneth Paltrow replied to this question, “Chic is halfway between elegant and cool. Its an effortless-looking pulled togetherness, with a touch of awareness.” I absolutely agree with Gwyneth and she definitely fits her own definition. When I think of women who are chic I picture Alexa Chung,...
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A Diamond is Forever...
Growing up in my house, my sisters and I were surrounded by contemporary art. My favorite artist has always been Vik Muniz. His most famous works are his reproductions of well known images using random household products, photographed against a white box. My favorite my mother purchased when I was younger is a photo of a young boy looking in the distance composed of garbage collected at the...
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Dinner Party
I had my first official dinner party last night after being in my apartment for almost two years. However, I cannot take the credit of cooking the fabulous dinner we ate. Colin decided last minute to whip up his amazing chicken paillard. I know, I know chicken paillard sounds super boring… but not the way he makes it. There was tons of chopping herbs and garlic, sautéing things I’ve...
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So, what did you do in school today? Well, I broke...
I felt a little to Cher (Clueless Cher, not the original hot 70’s version) when I realized I spent the day breaking in my new clogs. It was so nice out in NY today that I walked through Union Square and Washington Square Parks in my new Alexander Wang Trishia Loafer wedge mules. I bought them on Sunday at Opening Ceremony in the pouring rain, and couldn’t wait for the sun to come out...