The Fashion Behind ‘The Artist’

Edited by Amanda Gabriele

They’re sweeping up at the award shows and stealing everyone’s hearts, and the cast of The Artist is shining under a spotlight that grows brighter each day. But behind the Oscar nod for Best Picture (among many other nominations it has received) is that killer fashion from the 1920s — flapper, avant garde, art deco glam. And The Artist isn’t alone – think about how Midnight in Paris, Boardwalk Empire and soon enough The Great Gatsby are full of 1920s fashion glam. Here are a few ways to channel it.

Red Hot Accessories to Spice Up Your Valentine’s Day

Edited by Amanda Gabriele

Valentine’s Day is merely one week away, so it’s time to get the ball rolling if you haven’t started shopping for your sweetheart. If you’re looking for a festive gift that doesn’t scream mushy mess, we have 8 perfect red-hot accessories she’ll be able to use all the year through. Click for our picks.

SHOE ENVY: Gucci Ophelie Two-Tone Open-Toe Pump

Edited by Amanda Gabriele

From afar, this Gucci shoe looks like your average suede t-strap pump. But come a little closer, and you’ll soon realize chains lay seductively on the ankles and across the feet, giving them a sexy edge only the iconic Italian house can do this well. Metallic gold trim runs the length of a 4.5-inch suede-covered heel, giving it the feel of a statuesque Roman column. Available in classic black or two-toned with a powder toe, you may just want to splurge and buy them both.

Cecilia Wong’s 7-Day Guide to Glowing Skin

Edited by Amanda Gabriele

New York Fashion Week is right around the corner, and everyone, naturally, wants to put their best face forward. With so many products and skin care regimens floating around in the beauty world, it’s difficult to find a routine and formula that works best for you. Lucky for you, we caught up with skincare expert Cecilia Wong - a well-being guru who founded both a skincare line and salon in NYC –  to rack her brain about how organic products can make all the difference when it comes to a daily regimen. Follow her 7-Day Guide to Glowing Skin, and you may not even recognize yourself you’ll look so radiant.

Hanging Out for the Girlcore Book Launch

Edited by Amanda Gabriele

LOOKBOOKS contributor Catrin Davies hangs out with the minds behind Girlcore Magazine for their new book and exhibition at the Orange Dot Gallery in London. Check out her musings below.

It’s hard to write about London, girls and empowerment without wanting to break out the Union Jack teatowel dress. But it’s not the 90s, and I’m definitely not Ginger Spice, so last night I exorcised a few teenage demons by popping by the launch party for Girlcore‘s new book and exhibition at the Orange Dot Gallery.

Sneakers are Nothing Without 24 Carat Gold Laces

Edited by Amanda Gabriele

In this month of love, why not show your favorite sneakers a little affection? As the creators and perfectionists of the world’s first precious metal shoelaces, the kids over at ’Mr. Kennedy‘ want to securely hand-deliver and lace your shoes for you, anywhere in the world. Named after the founder of the modern-day shoelace, each set is handmade by the brand’s team in Colombia and takes more than 120 hours to perfect. Maybe you’re a silver person, but we are digging the 24 carat gold pair here at FashionIndie.

Warmth Is Where The Heart Is

Edited by Amanda Gabriele

Love is in the air, and there is nothing I love more than jewelry. In the spirit of Valentine’s Day, I dug deep into my jewelry arsenal to pull out my favorite hearts, which I “heart.” These pieces all have a deep meaning and sentimental value. My advice is to always wear your heart on your sleeve as well as around your neck. After all, when you don a piece you hold near and dear, it helps you shine and sparkle even more!

Our Four Favorite Moisturizers to Nourish Dry Winter Skin

Edited by Amanda Gabriele

If you live in New York – or any city with old buildings for that matter – and inhabit an apartment that uses dry steam heat, your skin is most likely irritated every day in the cold weather months. But even if you’re only battling the elements rather than old-fashioned contraptions, you’re probably suffering from dry, flaky, itchy skin that both looks and feels uncomfortable. But not to fear, FashionIndie is here with our four favorite moisturizers that will leave you with nothing but soft and supple skin everyone will envy.