See you in the new year, when I’m good and tan.

Love,

Jessica <3

PS. This bag is yours for the taking at Colette.

LINK LOVE: Fly and Mighty

Q. What stores do you love outside of the U.S.?

A. I love Dover Street in London, Colette in Paris and 10 Corso Como in Milan.

Q. Who is the best designer for a travel wardrobe?

A. I have to say Lanvin – Alber’s clothes are comfortable, elegant and the fabrics travel extremely well.

Q. What is your favorite travel destination?

A. I don’t have a favorite destination, but I am always looking forward to the next trip.

This creepy/cute action figure of Terry Richardson by Uncle York is a quirky little addition to his new book Mom & Dad.  Shop at Colette

Let your bag do all the talking. Lulu Guinness 225 GBP

1. Walter Steiger: The most groundbreaking shoe in existence at this moment is the Walter Steiger Ishi, or as I like to call it – the inverse platform. Instead of the typically shaped heel that places all of the pressure of your body onto the ball of your foot, this downward slope places your weight mainly on the heel and arch, leaving your balls and toes just chillin’. That is until you roll forward and stand on point.

**The first time I saw these shoes they were drawn on a napkin. I found myself in an in depth conversation with someone at the Timo Weiland after party during Fashion Week in February about the state of shoes on the market. I had been searching tirelessly for a pair that didn’t exist. I explained to this person what I’d been looking for – a giant walk-through-puddles height platform that rolls forward at the toe, with solid ankle support. Excitedly, he reaches for napkin and pen and draws this. This person was Paul Steiger, Walter Steiger’s son. At the sample sale he invited me to that followed Fashion Week, I got these platforms and have since worn them to bits and pieces (they even survived a Bassnectar show, as they are now my favorite shoes to dance in). Then this morning, I went to the showroom and previewed the Fall collection where I got to try on dance in Spring’s #1:

2. Prada: Colorful striped elastic bands that hold your foot tight call for attention. The rubber sole gives you stability.

3. Alexander Wang: Zip it, flap it, lace it. You’re still showy in nude.

4. Rodarte: Engraved leather, whittled heel. That totem pole commands a look.

5. Modekungen: Black and white platform – a nod to Prabal and your dual personality.

6. Jeffrey Campbell: Arch support, who needs it? Just chop it off and leave a wooden cutout in its place.

7. Emilio Pucci: A Pucci print catches the eye, no matter what. These could make even a LBD psychedelic.

8. Julian Louie for Aldo: The ikat draws the eye and reminds of peaceful tribes.

9. Carmen Raffia: The color will blend in with your leg, thus transforming your platform incognito. Plus, the flat lean-to front sole begs the on-point stance.

10. Two Lips: The lime straps off the spine will stack you up jazzed.

11. Giuseppe Zanotti: Gold plated thick strapped flats can enhance your look without the height.

12. Balenciaga: The striped platform will hypnotize.

13. Opening Ceremony: Strapped salmon on a heel/platform that will make people wonder if you’re wearing it upside down.

14. Jeffrey Campbell: JC makes the list twice not only for its glorious affordability, but these are freaking mary janes sitting on a rainbow!! These have the capacity to alter your state of being entirely.

15. Alexander McQueen: These will actually alter your soul. The heel is a flutter of gold leaves from a coral reef deep in the sea of dreams.

16. Lanvin: Tanned fringe layered over a wooden wedge burns in the spotlight.

17. Opening Ceremony: The brightest cheetah is the boldest, and his bootie is tied with leopard chiffon. Two cats are better than one.

18. Opening Ceremony: OC is back with the  most bizarre loafer I’ve seen in my life. Made purely of woven leather strands, they are one of the few flat conversation starters.

19. Fendi: Tri-sole platform makes a new covetable shape.

20. Pierre Hardy: A red patent strip in the back makes passersby do a double take.

Find shoes that will start the conversation and you’ll stand taller. The flashier shoes you have, the more you’ll be able to repeat your fabulous layering basics.

Which shoes have transformed you?

1. Long and coral, slightly full and slimming. Topshop

2. Peach and pleated. Miu Miu

3. Leaves? Water? Stripes? The bright organic geometrics flow. Rag & Bone

4. Blinding acid, in ladylike form. Christopher Kane

5. Terrestrial pop. Cacharel

6. Makes me want to salsa in the south of France. Yves Saint Laurent

7. Layered chiffon prints gather depth. Timo Weiland

8. Techno tribal. Fair+True

9. Field of poppies wakes me up. Jane Norman

10. Knife pleats cut metallic. House of Holland

Right to left, from top left:

BeaValdes for CoutureLab “Azzura” Necklace $2,764, couturelab.com

Eugenia Kim Gabriella Feather-Trimmed Fedora $345, net-a-porter

Cacharel Cutler & Gross Circular Lens Sunglasses $525, openingceremony.us

Azzedine Alaïa Skirt $2,800, colette.fr

Manish Arora Pop Dress $1,072, bombayelectric.in

All Saints Elkin Poncho $165, allsaints.com

Aldo Barges Bangles $18, aldoshoes.com

Aldo Croner Peep Toe Pumps $70, aldoshoes.com

American Apparel Nail Polish $6, store.americanapparel.net

Old Navy Aztec-Print Bucket Bag $19.94, oldnavy.gap.com

How are you going to celebrate the holiday?

Favorite floral dresses, from left:

Charlotte Sparre Garden of Eden Silk Dress $320 – pret-a-beaute.com

French Connection Lilly Dress $99.99 – usa.frenchconnection.com

D&G Pleated Mimosa Print Boned Dress $1,526 – my-wardrobe.com

Topshop Cream Rose Wrap Fifties Sundress $75 – us.topshop.com

Favorite floral tops, clockwise from top:

Paul & Joe Floral Print Halter Top $858 – boutique1.com

Bird by Juicy Couture Floral-Patterned Cotton Mesh Top $280 – net-a-porter.com

Madewell Floral Waterfall Top $110 – shopbird.com

Tao Comme des Garçons Flower Front Top $705 – barneys.com

Favorite floral bottoms, clockwise from top:

Dries Van Noten Pyrus Pants $659 – mytheresa.com

Dorothy Perkins Black/Red 50s Poppy Skirt $28 – dorothyperkins.com

Cacharel Impatiences floral print shorts $284 – matchesfashion.com

Jil Sander Floral-Print Silk-Twill Pencil Skirt $745 – net-a-porter.com

Favorite floral shoes, clockwise from top left:

Betsey Johnson Maggi Denim Pumps $100 – heels.com

Brian Atwood Court Shoes $3,903 – colette.fr

Seychelles Eyes Of Mars Strap Sandals With Rose Front $161 – us.asos.com

Alexander McQueen Tan 3D Flower Wedge $995 – alexandermcqueen.com

Favorite floral accessrories, clockwise from top:

Fendi Rose Chef Zucca Canvas Medium Satchel Bag $960 – forzieri.com

Jack Wills Evington Floral Head Band $24 – jackwills.com

Ksubi Atik Blue & White Floral Sunglasses $329 – superette.co.nz

Elie Saab Floral Chain Belt $436 – boutique1.com

Credit: Stylescoop.co.za

1. Invest in a good raincoat. There is nothing worse than arriving somewhere feeling cold, damp and gloomy. A good raincoat will keep you dry and never go out of style. Plus, they last for years if you take good care of them.

Clockwise from top left:
- Emma Cook duffle raincoat $400 – net-a-porter.com

- Diane von Furstenberg Zigzag cotton-blend raincoat $282 – theoutnet.com

- Jil Sander raincoat with tie waist $705 – brownsfashion.com

- Smythe Asymmetric hooded raincoat $385 – brownsfashion.com

- Rag & Bone Bleecker trench $595 – lagarconne.com

- Vivienne Westwood raincoat $1,065 – viviennewestwood.co.uk

- H&M white raincoat – hm.com

2. Don’t forget your rain boots. Even if you change into different shoes, waterproof wellies are a must for any walking commute. But these styles are so cute, you might not want to make the switch.

Clockwise from top:
- Sperry Top-Sider Sadie rain boot $79.95 – endless.com

- Fessura rain boot $119.95 – endless.com

- Cole Haan Air Melanie knee-high rain boot $128 – endless.com

- Calvin Klein Ava rain boot $119 – calvinklein.com

- Burberry haymarket splash rain boot $225 – zappos.com

- Roxy drizzle rain boots $54 – roxy.com

- Pour la Victoire studded ‘Ted’ rubber rain boots $162.99 – bluefly.com

- Polo Ralph Lauren Rossalyn II Rain Boots $64.99 – finishline.com

- Target leopard fade rain boots $22.49 – target.com

- Loeffler Randall LR rain bootie $165 – zappos.com

3. Ditch your boring, black umbrella. Would it be out of line to say these umbrellas may make you wish for rain? Maybe that’s going too far, but these designs are both adorable and made to last. Trash that bodega umbrella if you haven’t already and buy something you’ll enjoy opening.

Clockwise from top left:
- Marc by Marc Jacobs jumbled birds umbrella $48 – zappos.com

- Lulu Guinness birdcage umbrella $52 – luluguinness.com

- ModCloth raindrops on railways umbrella $30 – modcloth.com

- Kate Spade umbrella $55 – katespade.com

- Tiffany butterfly umbrella $46 – umbrellaheaven.com

4. De-frizz your hair. Humidity will leave your locks in shambles no matter what the temperature may be. These products will work with your hair on those down-pour days to keep it looking smooth, light and frizz-free.

From left:
- Tigi Bed Head Some Like It Hot heat and humidity resistant serum $20 – yesstyle.com

- Frederic Fekkai Marine Summer Hair Zero-Humidity Frizz Control $20 – yesstyle.com

- John Frieda Frizz-Ease original hair serum $7.64 – ulta.com

- ghd Obedience Cream for Frizz-Free Styling $18 – neimanmarcus.com

- Redken Fresh Curls Curl Boost Anti-Frizz Scrunching Spray Gel $38 – yesstyle.com

- Living Proof Wave Shaping, Curl Defining No Frizz Styling Spray $95 – sephora.com

5. Throw a hat on that frizz. Forgot to de-frizz? No problem! These spring hats are so fresh, they’re much more than bad hair day remedies. From classic straw to flower appliques, there is something for everyone here.

Clockwise from top:
- ASOS PREMIUM flower detail hat $44.83 – asos.com

- Albertus Swanepoel Pierre fedora $415 – barneys.com

- Topshop traditional boater $40 – topshop.com

- Missoni Zigzag crochet-knit sunhat $495 – net-a-porter.com

- Marc Jacobs Chapeau hat $442 – colette.fr

- Christian Dior 1950s vintage floral hat $450 – 1stdibs.com

- Zara two-tone wide brim hat with bow $29.90 – zara.com

6. Don’t let mean Mother Nature steal your sunshine. It might be damp and dreary, but you can brighten your day with a bold piece or two. Just looking at these colors will put you on a sandy beach.

From top to bottom, starting from the left column:
-D&G quilted crossbody bag $515 – zappos.com

- Zara fashion city bag with flap $149 – zara.com

- Adidas concord round sleek night shoes $70 – adidas.com

- Moschino ruched linen-blend skirt $860 – net-a-porter.com

- Acne high-rise skinny jeans $275 – net-a-porter.com

- Miss Selfridge belted drape bubble dress $65 – missselfridge.com

- Versace Polka-dot cotton-blend micro shorts $595 – net-a-porter.com

- ASOS MARKY Patent Leather Traditional Brogues $62.76 – asos.com

- Lanvin one-shoulder top $1,260 – barneys.com

- Jil Sander stretch-cotton slim-leg pants $595 – net-a-porter.com

- ASOS leather saddle bag $53.79 – asos.com

- H&M bow flats – hm.com

- ModCloth Perfect Photo Op Flat in Wingtip $102.99 – modcloth.com

1. Ochre Pintuck Jumpsuit ($80 missselfridge.com)

2. Janis by Janis Savitt Multi-Strand Snake Chain Necklace ($569 bergdorfgoodman.com)

3. Arden B. Faux Suede Wedge Pump ($59 ardenb.com)

4. Cynthia Rowley Ostrich Feather Vest ($330 cynthiarowley.com)

5. Karen Walker Agent Sunglasses ($210 gargyle.com)

1. Celine Linen Dress (lanecrawford.com)

2. YSL Oval Turquoise Ring ($295 cultstatus.com.au)

3. Casadei Ankle Boots ($820 thecorner.com)

4. Anna Sui Brocade Sweater Tights ($22 zappos.com)

5. AllSaints Caledonian Jacket ($490 allsaints.com)

1. Roberto Cavalli Animal Print Top ($620 farfetch.com)

2. Balmain Cropped Leather Motocross Pants ($5,190 net-a-porter.com)

3. Noir Gotham City Ring ($238 charmandchain.com)

4. Alexander Wang Dakota Lace-Up Terracotta Ankle Boots ($800 shopmrsh.com)

5. Marc Jacobs Leather Julie Bag ($1,348 colette.fr)

1. Mulberry Sandwashed Silk Blouse ($460 mulberry.com)

2. Goldsign Misfit Mid-Rise Skinny Jeans ($200 net-a-porter.com)

3. Alexander McQueen Studded Skull Pumps ($1,250 ssense.com)

4. Fendi Patchwork Calf Hair Peekaboo Tote ($4,600 bergdorfgoodman.com)

5. Oscar de la Renta Crystal Tassel Drop Earrings ($257 bergdorfgoodman.com)

1. Tibi Fitted Jacquard Dress ($184 theoutnet.com)

2. Anna Sui Magenta Microfiber Tights ($14 zappos.com)

3. M.A.C. Lustreglass Lip Gloss in Wonderstick ($14.95 amazon.com)

4. Prada Satin Half Bow Peeptoe Pumps (£495.00 flannelsfashion.com)

5. Dominic Jones Tooth 22-Karat Rose Gold-Plated Ring ($129.50 theoutnet.com)

1. Vivienne Westwood Red Label Classic Black Blazer (£439.00 hervia.com)

2. Ramzi Musa for Browns Leopard Print Silk Shorts ($265 brownsfashion.com)

3. Anna Sui Brocade Sweater Tights ($22 zappos.com)

4. Maison Martin Margiela Line 10 Paperbag Ankle Boot ($925 barneys.com)

5. Topshop Coral Leather Lock Handle Bag ($110 topshop.com)

1. REDValentino Ruffle Blouse ($495 valentino.com)

2. D&G Stretch Satin Skinny Trousers ($313.50 my-wardrobe.com)

3. American Apparel Poly Canvas Bow Hair Clip in Shale Green ($14 americanapparel.net)

4. YSL Tribtoo Shimmer Leather Pumps (£545.00 harveynichols.com)

5. Paige Novick Becca Bangle Set ($575 farfetch.com)

1. Topshop Lilac Sleeveless Tea Dress ($95 topshop.com)

2. Rick Owens Gold Calf Leather Jacket ($2,146 shopmrsh.com)

3. Acne Hydro Leather Plateau Boot ($440 youheshe.com)

4. Erickson Beamon Spike and Crystal Ring (£250.00 harveynichols.com)

5. YSL Rouge Personnel Lipstick in #23 Irresistible Violet ($25 yesstyle.com)

WHAT: Gap sequin jacket

WHY: At this price, do you really need a reason? This glittery little baby works with jeans and skirts and tights and…you get it, it’s versatile. It’s not quite in stores yet (but it arrives on December 13), but since when has it ever been too early to start obsessing about fashion deliveries?

AVAILABLE: $128, gap.com

WHAT: Edward Bess Lip Wardrobe

WHY: Because we’re always losing our favorite colors—which is a perfect excuse to try new ones! So quit worrying, because this ultimate collection of seductive shades will last you through 2011 (and beyond!). Ranging barely-there nudes to deep reds in high gloss, you can find anything to create a perfect pout.

AVAILABLE: $400, bergdorfgoodman.com

WHAT: Chrome Hearts cashmere Scarf

WHY: Because there’s a reason why Karl Lagerfeld, Lenny Kravitz and Rick Owens can’t get enough of this stuff. This seasonless scarf is equal parts goth and luxury, and it promises to work with any old coat or jacket.

AVAILABLE: $1,035, colette.fr

WHAT: NARS Bento Box

WHY: Get geisha-ifed with NARS’ limited-edition set containing two Kabuki cups, hand-poured with two dramatic shades: a red deemed Maiko (“dancing girl/apprentice geisha”) and a pink Sakura (“cherry blossom”). Housed in an exquisite box, you might feel bad using them but founder and creative director Françios Nars thinks otherwise! ”You should use beautiful things, show them off and not hide them,” he explains. “The box and the cups are the keepsake items.”

PRICE: $125

AVAILABLE: NARS

WHAT: 3.1 Phillip Lim Bande Derby

WHY: Why should flats be anything less than luxe? These 3.1 Phillip Lim derbies come in a perfect shade of pale emerald green with a brogue-style toe, but our favorite part might just be the heel, capped in black faux-croc. Don’t they always say it’s the little things in life that bring the most joy?

PRICE: $425

AVAILABLE: Bergdorf Goodman, NYC, BergdorfGoodman.com

Be Jeweled

WHAT: Dolce & Gabbana Lip Jewels lip palette

WHY: The temperatures are cooling, your Starbucks cups have snowflakes on them, the department store holiday windows are looming. We hate to say it, loves, but the holidays are coming (usually we try to wait until after Thanksgiving to acknowledge this). But if you want to get a head start on your shopping, what better gift could there be than this pretty little lip palette by Dolce & Gabbana? Four festive lip shades, packed in a little jewel of a case…we won’t judge if you want to keep one for yourself, too.

PRICE: $60

AVAILABLE: www.saks.com, late November

WHAT: Young&ng antique gold hair comb

WHY: Your jewelry drawers are overflowing, but what about your hair accessories? Whether you’re past the days of barettes et bows or not, this comb by designer Michelle Ng is a lovely little addition to your coif that will hold back those flyaways and double as jewelry in a pinch. Low-maintenance and high fashion? Merci!

PRICE: $330

AVAILABLE: www.youngandng.com

WHAT: Anita Ko 14 karat rose gold Spike Stud earrings

WHY: Sometimes it’s tough to tread that line between ladylike fashion and the rock star ensembles we all know and love (right, Christophe Decarnin?). But sometimes it’s easy—like in the case of these Anita Ko studs. Sure, the spikes are anything but saccharine, but the dainty size and pretty rose gold sweetens them up just enough. If only all our wardrobes were this accommodating!

PRICE: $300

AVAILABLE: www.net-a-porter.com

WHAT: Gucci leather sunglasses

WHY: You have your leather shoes, leather bag, leather jacket, leather leggings—why not have sunnies in the same luxe stuff? Gucci has stepped in to fill the void with these new ’70s-ish shades, with the frames covered in a thin layer of yes, leather. They come in black and two shades of brown, but we’re partial to the slightly off-beat navy pair. The best part? Like all other in cuir, these will only get better with wear.

PRICE: $495

AVAILABLE: Solstice Sunglasses Boutique, in November

LINK LOVE: colette

LINK LOVE: Hypebeast

To celebrate the 75th anniversary of the home of Superman, Batman and Wonder Woman (aka DC Comics), the french concept store Colette asked some designers to create exclusive items inspired by the superhero. Karl Lagerfeld has created Green Lantern gloves, Sonia Rykiel with a Wonder Woman dress, Lanvin with the Batman t-shirt and many more. Photos after the jump…

Boots by Roger Vivier, Dress by Sonia Rykiel, T Shirt by Balmain

Shoes by Repetto, Necklace by Maison Michel, Bag by Pierre Hardy

If you guys remember anything from the Burberry Fall collection, it was the abundance of furs and shearlings. Starting this July, a bit early for me if you ask, Colette will be selling an exclusive Burberry military style parka designed by Christopher Bailey. Can’t wait to chuckle at the price tag on this piece.

LINK LOVE: StyleFrizz

Maison Martin Margiela has launched their debut fragrance, Untitled.* The new scent was created under the auspices of L’Oreal. It is expected to debut at Colette in Paris next week, elsewhere in March.

“This perfume includes of course the codes of the brand, while cultivating its personality. Based on green floral notes, we can smell galbanum, boxwood, mastic, incense, bitter orange … as if they had been gathered after the rain.”

LINK LOVE: NY Mag via Now Smell This

LINK LOVE: Facehunter

Terry Terry Terry, not that everyone isn’t going to remember you for looking like this anyways, but you really sealed the deal with this action figure. In collaboration with Colette, Uncle York, and Tokyo Element the famed photog now has something he can be proud of, a small plastic figure of himself covering his crotch; We’re all so proud of you Terry.

LINK LOVE: SlamxHype

Tomorrow marks the start of the holiday shopping frenzy, while I’m hear to hopefully make your job a bit easier. When is comes to buying gifts for guys my biggest advice would be to keep it simple. Buying clothes is not easy, so I like to stick to small accessories and unique pieces that show thought went into them, but can’t really be messed up.

1. Ties: I know it seems cliche to buy a guy a tie for Christmas (or whatever holiday you celebrate), but every guy needs them, and if it’s a good one it makes a great impression. Take for example this great Band Of Outsiders tie, it’s certainly not cheap, and it is unique enough that it looks like you put thought into the purchase (available at Opening Ceremony; $140).

2. Fragrance: Most guys own and where more than one scent It keeps girls on their toes, and they are often worn for different seasons, occasions, etc. A well thought out fragrance is always a good purchase. Don’t pick a particularly strong scent though, even some of the manliest of men don’t like an overpowering fragrance. I’ve become a huge fan of the Jeremy Scott for Six Scents fragrance (available at Oak NYC; $85.00).

3. Scarf: Every is wearing them, and they are a very useful item if you’re in a cold area. Be careful though, because buying the wrong scarf can end up the same way as buying an ugly shirt for someone. Keep is simple. Buy a versitile color or pattern, and ake sure it goes well with more than just their usual coat. I’ve been a huge fan of the American Apparel circle scarf I just picked up, it makes it really easy to bunch up around your neck and it doesn’t unravel and fall off (available at American Apparel; $28).

4. Work Bag: Think what you want, but just like women and their purses, a man can’t have too many work bags. I use mine all day everyday, to the point where the strap just breaks off. Show you put some thought into it though. Buy a higher end bag that has a little personality like this Billykirk x Opening Ceremony bag, rather than some shitty canvas one from The Gap (available at Opening Ceremony; $365)

5. A Weekender: Not to be confused with the previous work bag, a weekender is for someone who’s on the move a lot. A weekend here and weekend there, never more than about 3 days, but they have enough stuff that some packing is involved. A weekender is a must! Make sure you have a good one too, these will last just about a life time. I love this bag by Property Of just because of it’s size. You can really fit a good amount of stuff into a bag like this, and still be able to carry it around easily (available at Blackbird; $345).

6. Sunglasses: I wear mine all year around. Like many of the other pieces I’ve show you so far you want to get a pair that are practical yet have a little fun in them. I wouldn’t recommend getting to crazy either, stick to buying black or tortoise they go with everything. I’m a huge fan of everything Super has been doing, I actually have a pair on my Christmas list (available at Super.com; $244)

7. Cool Gadget Accessories: Gifting really unique accessories for (in this case) the person’s iPhone can be a great gift. Be warned though, make sure that you are 100% positive it is cool before you buy it, you don’t want to turn into that weird aunt who buys you stupid accessory things. I love this AnOther x Colette x Gareth Pugh iPhone case. Not too many people will have it, and it scores major scene points (available at Opening Ceremony; $95).

8. Rings: I knwo what you’re thinking, rings? But yeah rings! I’ve found most men wear atleast one ring at all times (even if it’s not their wedding band), so being able to find a really cool masculine ring makes for a great gift. Iona and Digby do an amazing job using old hunting and fishing motifs for their jewelry which make them perfect for gifting (available at DigbyandIona.com; $180)

9. Jewelry: Keeping in line with the previous pick, gifting jewelry (even to guys) is always a solid choice. Pick something simple and cool, none of this stupid “Jesus Piece” crap from a street vendor in Chinatown. I love the “Tar” collection from Alex and Chloe. The items are simple, and the black tar look gives them that additional edge (available at AlexandChloe.com; $64)

10. Books: A good book is never a bad gift. I recommend giving the “What A Man Should Know” Volume 1 book to any guy out there. Not only is it funny, but it’s pretty true too (available at J-Crew; $20)

A collection featuring celebrities faces from the new French brand called Hype Means Nothing can be found on T-Shirts and laptop cases.  Colette was one of the first to stock the brand.

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I’m finally making the switch to an Apple iPhone this December, and while I intended to snag one of those awesome cork cases, I think I’m going to show Gareth Pugh some support and invest in one of his iPhone or Macbook cases from Colette and AnOther Magazine. They’re not cheap, setting you back just over $100, but hey, it’s Pugh people, he’s incredible.

Thanks Refinery 29!

Get yours now at Colette

The Lovely Mulleavy’s are partnering with Colette to creating a month-long gallery and retail space starting during Paris Fashion Week. Colette, Target, and Sesame Street. Not bad Mulleavy’s, not bad at all.

“Rodarte has always been so inspiring. I’m fascinated by their world. We already gave them windows for their first season and I was impressed with the way they built them, so I’m happy to give them space at Colette to express more, to let them introduce their collection but also everything they like,” says Colette buyer Sarah Lerfel.

The pop shop will feature their favourite CDs and DVDs, artwork by Sonic Youth’s Kim Gordon, Rodarte knitted animals, limited edition jewellery created by their mother, glitter taxidermy by Annakim Violette and marbled ballet flats designed in conjunction with Repetto.

Kate Mulleavy told WWD, it was an opportunity “to let people inside of our minds. It’ almost as if you are in our studio.”

So worth a trip to Paris to check this out.

LINK LOVE: VOGUE UK

This foosball table seems to appeal to every category of child: the boys who secretly want to play with Barbie, but is still trying to look tough, the girls who are tomboys and are more into sports then dolls, the boys who realize how lovely ladies are at a young age, and the girls who really really want to play a game with their older brother. Thanks Colette for making everyone happy, except for maybe the parents who would have to shell out 10,000 euros for this little gem. Still, I’m book marking this for the day someone tries to convince me a game room in my house is as good idea because, honestly, if someone offered to buy me this table I’d never turn it down.

SOURCE: Refinery 29′s Pipeline

In the fall, Reebok will release a tribute sneaker to Jean-Michel Basquiat, the NYC street artist popularized in the 90s.  You can already get the blue ones on Colette. Keep your eyes open for these sick high-tops!

SOURCE: Hypebeast

Embarrassing as it is to admit, I definitely had more Ninja Turtles than Barbie dolls as a kid, but the soon to be released Jason Wu x Colette Paris doll has resurrected the little girl in me and completely eradicated my tom-boy days. Wu, who actually began his career designing dolls, has reconstructed look #20 from his Fall 2009 collection, downsizing to doll size. The limited-edition Colette doll will be available this week for €215 (about $300). Can’t get over to Paris in time? Wu is also slated to design a doll for Jeffrey New York, due to hit shelves sometime this August!

Thanks Style File!

Paris’ high-end  Colette recently slated that they will carry Justin Timberlake’s label, William Rast. Lindsay Lohan had this to say via Twitter: “I can’t believe you are lowering yourselves to a MACY’S brand- I am speechless. Paris is chic not mid America. Gross.” Well, here’s a perfect example of why you should think before you speak, because Lohan ended up with this appology: “I am sorry for the unnecessary comment-wasn’t meant to be a jab,” she said. “I have some William Rast & Ut’s great-was a friends words. And my 6126 leggings are in Macy’s West and they’ve been great to work with.” I wouldn’t exactly bash labels that I wear or store who sell my accessories. LOL at LiLo throwing herself under the bus. 

Thanks Just Jared!

Bread & Butter teams up with Uslu Airlines for a re-edition of the 11 best selling nail color collections from Henrik Vibskov , Colette and WoodWood. The proceeds will be donated to the B&B Charity Project.

LINKAGE: Highsnobette via Highsnobiety

WE LOVE THESE NIKE GLADIATOR SANDALS. They are so amazing and perfect for anyone looking for a summer look that’s a little more sporty than the traditional flip flop.

These new gladiators are women’s sandals, but I know a few men who could pull off this sporty look.

Art Center College student Nancy Wu designed this Nike gladiator sandal for the label’s Remixed & Recut hybrid footwear line for S/S 2009.

GALLERY: Nike Gladiator Sandals

Rodatre Fall 2009

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Courtesy of: Hypebeast

I know we normally try to avoid items with huge price tags like this, but this is a must. These Raf Simons shoes are killer! Thet are a white basic lace up with layers of black embroidery that is heavy at the toe and fades towards the back. I am obsessed with these shoes, too bad I don’t have $1,090 to spend on them, but if you would like to buy them for me feel free, just click here.

Barbie Fest 2009 continues!

In honor of the doll’s 50th birthday, Karl Lagerfeld is creating a Barbie & Ken exhibit exclusively for Colette.  From March 9-15, his photographs will be on display — and dolls available for viewing only on March 12.

I wonder how Baptiste Giabiconi felt posing for these classy — yet creepy — shots…?

GALLERY: Barbie & Ken by Karl Lagerfeld.

WWD recently reported that Sergio Rossi has teamed up with Puma to release a new capsule collection that will debut next January at Colette during couture week. The Sergio Rossi’s design team have reinterpreted Puma’s trademark classic Clyde sneaker – creating a high heeled mary jane styled pump featuring velcro straps. The collection will also include a lace-up pump coming in a variety of colors. Here’s a sneak peak thanks to TrashBagAesthetics.

Colette, the Paris store which is the European inspiration for NY hubs like Opening Ceremony, just got a major makeover thanks to the handiwork of Japanese interior designer  Masamichi Katayama, aka Wonderwall.

The store now looks completely new, a welcome change from a spot I couldn’t leave when Becks and I visited Paris in the Spring. The new spot has white walls with glass, steel and black leather, with tons of graphics to add flavor to the walls.

Can’t wait to see if we get any preview of the new store now that the Gap plans to open a pop-shop for the Parisian gem in NYC this fall. Oh, the Gap, how cool you are slowly becoming.

Thanks to WWD for having the cash to send photographers to the spot and for keying us in on the story.

I hate to admit it but Gap is getting cool. They just secured a deal with Colette to host the Parisian shops pop-up store in their New York flagship.  What has the world come to?

The two retailers got together on the project which will run from Sept. 6 – Oct. 5 adjacent to Gap’s 54th Street and Fifth Avenue flagship.

The shop will feature exclusive Colette items and limited edition artist created Gap tees. Damn their good.

Colette plans to freshen the store with new product every week and will feature signature products, including candles and artist editions. It also will stock limited edition Colette merchandise designed by the likes of Oakley sunglasses, Hello Kitty watches and Asics sneakers.

I fucking hate to admit it, but I’ll be shopping at the Gap come September. What about you?

For all New Yorkers that have been to Paris, or have heard of Colette by word of mouth, should be jumping for joy to know that a mini Colette is opening right next door the the Gap flagship on 54th St near 5th Ave, from September 6th to October 5th! The pop-up store is sure to be a frequent stop for all, and Colette’s promising exclusive collaborative items just for the occasion.

Source: Fashionista

The glory days of huffing noxious fumes—magic markers, paint thinner, fixatives—never included nail polish. Until now, thanks to Berlin’s Uslu Airlines, a quirky cosmetics company known for its DIY airbrushing contraption and who commissioned Bernhard Willhelm to develop nail polish colors (expect three more later this year). A collaboration with Colette, Uslu’s metallicized screen-blue shellack comes smelling like figgy FRIA, the boutique’s best-selling fragrance—which makes it the world’s first perfumed nail polish. Maybe now we won’t get raised eyebrows when we do a quick mani touch-up in public.

Source: Hint Mag