Geek is chic.
One of my son's classmates is a dress-lover. For the past four months she has refused to put on a pair of pants, preferring to wear tights and dresses to all manners of events. This was great at the beginning of the school year, but Northeast Winters aren't always conducive to her fashionable choices. After a few too many mornings fighting about single digit temperatures for the half a mile walk Read more
Baby, it's cold outside, so I've been doing everything I can to stay fashionably warm. By pure accidental luck — I tagged these onto my order because I wanted to get free shipping — I came across these Plush Fleece-lined Leggings ($35). On the outside, they look like a regular pair of black leggings, but the inside is a completely different story. The soft fleece lining is super Read more
I don't know why I've been on such an art and crafts binge lately, but c'mon, how can I not be when I see such adorable geek gear like the hand-painted Bluetooth earpieces and the Super Mario Galaxy keychain and bracelet! Here's another one to add to the geekilicious handmade collection list — Gameboy Plushies! Although these fuzzy creations are hand stitched with felt, I'm not really getting Read more
Meet the Fonies: Bart, Englebert, Manuel, Otto and Pedro. These plush and squishy cell phone charms are guaranteed to add some unique flair to your phone. Use them for sheer cuteness or put these critters to use and give your screen a good wipe—getting rid of all those nasty finger prints! Fonies are priced at $8 each. Scroll down for larger images! View 2 Photos ›p1884pr2p1884pr Read more
Just when we thought we couldn't swoon any more over Joseph Altuzarra's creations, the designer sent us on a dizzying trip around the world via brightly hued Moroccan-chic knitwear, chunky fringe, plush shearling, and quirky coin embellishments. From 1940s Parisian silhouettes to ultra-tailored naval coats and equestrian-inspired jodhpurs, to the whimsical markings of a visit to a Marrakesh Read more
True to the Rachel Zoe manifesto, her Fall '12 lineup delivered a unique mix of nostalgic and contemporary-cool pieces. Inspired by the rock 'n' roll glamour of 1960s London — think Mick Jagger and Marianne Faithfull — the collection boasted all the trademark elements of that oh-so-cool era. Knit minidresses, sequined gowns with updated twists, tailored menswear-inspired suits in jewel-toned Read more
If there's one thing we can predict about seasonal style, it's that it's totally unpredictable. Case in point: New York Fashion Week kicked off on Thursday with a mild Winter climate to dress for, and this morning, freezing temps and flurries of snow prevailed. With one mission in mind — keep our wardrobe warm and cool — we've culled 15 quick style fixes for whatever Winter throws our way. Read more
Yigal Azrouël designed his Fall '12 collection for a woman who is "fearless in her outlook and quiet in her confidence." Drawing from the spirit of Françoise Hardy, Yigal sent sophisticated, ladylike looks with an exotic twist down the runway. To put it simply, it was a luxurious mélange of plush raccoon-fur cossacks, long cashmere coats with leather-trimmed pockets, pebble-printed silk Read more
Our latest Winter coat obsession is all in the details. We've spotted some seriously stylish girls — from Olivia Palermo's clever layering to Zoe Saldana in a shearling drape-front jacket — sporting super-slick leather sleeves. Talk about an ultra-luxe way to transform your cold-weather wardrobe from comfy to cool. Whether it's liquid leather peeking out of a classic belted trench coat or a Read more
Simply labeled Collection, it's touted as J.Crew's most "to-die-for designs." Every season, the brand whips up a limited-edition lineup of luxe pieces that embody J.Crew's casual, cool ethos in a plethora of plush fabrics and high-end materials. While the rainbow-hued Spring '12 styles are totally covetable, the three-digit price tags aren't always ideal. A satin-faced silk sweatshirt and Read more
