New Obsession: J.Crew Pixie Pants
I’ve been on the search for the perfect cigarette pant since literally 2010. There’s ones I’ve found that are near and dear to my heart but always left something to be desired. Cut to two months ago while out with a girlfriend for drinks that I was introduced to J.Crew’s Pixie Pant. I can’t rave [...]
Swift by name, swift by nature: Taylor’s love troubles
Taylor Swift may have looked picture perfect in her regal-looking, backless purple dress at the recent Golden Globes, but she might have been seeing red by the time the festivities came to a close! Not only did the 23-year-old songstress lose out on the award for ‘Best Original Theme Song’ to Adele, but she also [...]
Current Obsession: Fur Vests
One of the biggest trends this winter has proven to be fur, but more specifically, the fur vest or gilet. This shouldn’t come as a surprise, we noted that at New York Fashion Week last year, fur was everywhere at Catherine Malandrino and others. I’ve been on the hunt for the perfect fur this entire [...]
My Christmas List: Vita Fede
I had a really hard time building my Christmas list this year, but there’s one gift I’ve been eyeing for months that consists of my entire list: Vita Fede bracelets. This Los Angeles based company makes their jewelry in Italy and is know for their iconic bangles with embellished arrows at the cuff. I love [...]
What We Love: Camouflage Skinnies
Keeping with this season’s trend of repurposing edgy, men’s clothes and making it feminine, we think every one of you needs a perfect pair of skinny camouflage jeans. This look is perfect to dress up with heels and a dressy top. I love these skinny camp pants with studded pockets from Zara above. They are [...]
What We Love: Studded Shoulders
Fall and winter 2012 has a much needed edge to it. Embellishments are the name of the game, and there’s one I literally cannot get enough of: spiked shoulders. Everyone from Zara to Asos is pumping out the trend this season and it’s surprisingly easy to incorporate. I love it as an accent on a [...]
Keeping a Cool Head While Buying Designer Brands
We all love a bargain, but sometimes it is too easy to be swayed by a hefty discount, especially where designer brands are concerned! An item might seem like a steal at 50% off but do you really want that product? Will you ever wear it? And more importantly do you need it? A true [...]
Collar Crazy
Confession: I am completely, unabashedly on board with this fall’s collar trend. So much so that I received a package last week with $200 worth of them. Usually, I don’t justify spending that much money on a passing trend, but I’m really head over heels for these accessories. For those of you who haven’t seen [...]
Glasses – the Calvin Klein collection
At LensWay.co.uk, we are proud of our collection of designer glasses and want to highlight the distinctive Calvin Klein rectangle style which is suitable for men and women. Calvin Klein has long been regarded as one of the world’s most stylish and durable brands, providing minimalist style alongside great craft. The same fashion philosophy can [...]
How to Take Maxi Dresses from Summer to Autumn
Just because the sun is starting to retire, it doesn’t mean you have to hang up your sandals and maxi dresses! Take this most feminine of dresses from summer to autumn by embracing the new shapes, colours and patterns, while pairing with more appropriate accessories for the new season. Celebrities like sassy Tulisa Contostavlos take [...]
Mad About Peplum
Call me a peplum addict. You know it’s bad when your (male) boss comments to you: That’s the third day in a row that you’re wearing peplum. Sorry I’m not sorry. I love everything about this trend, and my boss is just going to have to get used to seeing it around the office. Confession: [...]
What Kate Wore to the Olympics
The Olympics have come to an end, sadly, but we thought this would be a good opportunity to pull together some of our favorite outfits Kate Middleton pulled off. Also, links to some of the looks, if you want to dress like the Duchess! She opted for a Bella silk dress made by Whistles to the [...]
Top tips for grabbing a designer discount
Yes, I love clothes as much as the next woman (unless, of course, the next woman is Victoria Beckham). Yes, I love a good bargain. But the prospect of going sales shopping fills me with about as much joy as the prospect of an afternoon spent damp-dusting the skirting board. The frenzied elbowing.The endless trawling [...]
Beauty Must Have: Essie Luxeffects
Call it the summer of the nail. Creative manicures are back in a big way. From the accent nail, to crackle, to intricate designs, there’s tons of nail candy out there. Recently over dinner, a girlfriend of mine told me the perfect addition to your beauty arsenal: Essie Luxeffects. This sparkly polish looks like [...]
New Best Friend: Dry Bar
Ladies, do I have a great place for you to try out. I recently visited Dry Bar, a blow-out bar in Manhattan that is also opening other locations, before a big event. I have to say, I went in skeptical. VERY skeptical. I’ve had my hair blown out a number of times only to have [...]
Pre-Holiday Checklist – Bikini Line Hair Removal
It’s summertime once again, and that can mean one thing: swimsuit season! Before packing your bags, and your skimpiest string bikini, to jet off on your sunny holidays it’s important to do some post-winter hair removal. There a variety of ways to remove hair from your bikini line, but it all depends on how much [...]
Back to the Bedroom: Lingerie 101
I’m on a total baroque and Victorian kick right now when it comes to lingerie. And we’re not talking the demure Victorian lingerie, we’re talking bodice rippers. Lingerie is one of the easiest ways to bring out the femme whether it’s just for you or your guy. We saw accents of this on the runway, [...]
Handbag Guide — Spring Edition
The weather is finally getting warmer and pops of color and pastels are the biggest trend this season. One of the best and easiest way to be on-trend is by incorporating bold splashes of color into your accessories — especially handbags. We’ve compiled some sure-fire crowd pleasers to help you get started from Harrods.com I [...]
What You Need Now: Bright Lips
The biggest trend for this spring and summer is a bright lip, all the time. Think bold oranges and hot pinks, regardless of what you’re wearing. I’ve compiled a collection of my favorites below. Here’s a trick of mine that I use to make the trend work for me. I mix a bold color with [...]
Valentine’s Day Gift Guide
It’s that time of year where women get pampered and spoiled for putting up with the men in their lives. Well, we’ve been compiling some gift ideas to ask for from your beau for dealing with all his aggravation. One product I came across and truly love is the Luxe Bag, a spa bag filled [...]
How to Rock the Patterned Tight Trend
It’s the dead of winter, and one of the only things that consoles me during the cold is the opportunity to wear fun tights. I’m a glutton for patterned tights, the bolder the better. It’s one of the things random strangers stop to ask me about the most. Well, I’ve found a new resource for [...]
Win It Contest! Breil Watch
Ladies, we are excited to announce a contest with Breil to celebrate the launch of their new Orchestra Collection. This Italian designer is known for well-crafted, timeless looks that are perfect for the wrist of any fashionista. I’m in love with the large watch look right now. We’ve seen women sporting men’s watches for a [...]
Holiday Help: Where to Spend Those Gift Cards
With the holiday come and gone, and a bevy of new gift cards in your wallet. We’ve come up with some fun, fashionable ways to spend those gift cards. Some include items Bella received under the tree this holiday: For the thousands of fashionistas who got iPads under the tree this year, it’s equally important [...]
Cyber Monday: Ready, Set, Shop!
It’s that time of year ladies — when you get to scoop up items you’ve been eyeing for months at a fraction of their price, all without leaving your computer or iPad. We’ve scoured the web for some great deals and coupon codes to get you started. Happy Shopping! Saks: 50% off many gifts for [...]
Designer Destination: FarFetch
By Elizabeth Hemmerle I love the boutique experience for their meticulous detail spent on buying must-haves cross classic and up and coming designers. What I like even better is finding that experience online. I recently came across a website that does a great job delivering that experience: farfetch.com . The site is an up and coming [...]
Fall Trend: Intricate Shoes
By Emily Paragallo A girl can never have too many … SHOES! This upcoming season we see SO many crazy, outrageous shoes that complete outfits. Not just Nicki Minaj, and Lady Gaga can rock this eccentric trend. I know from personal experience I always start an outfit around a knock-out pair of heels. These shoes [...]
Gossip Girl Fashion Recap: “The Jewel of Denial”
By Elizabeth Hemmerle “THE MOST STYLISH COUSINS I KNOW” Serena Van Der Woodsen returns to the city that never sleeps. And clearly her sense of style doesn’t either! She steps back into the urban living with a gorgeous pair of green Charlotte Olympia platforms matched perfectly to her super cute mini corset dress is by [...]
Wardrobe Must-Have: Jewel Tones
By Elizabeth Hemmerle Striking blues, deep oranges, and emerald greens. Jewel tones were all over the Fall/Winter 2011 runways. Designers really took an interest in incorporating the most luscious and rich colors into this season’s ready-to-wear collections. The gloomy cold weather is quickly approaching us, but by wearing these luxe shades it can help us stay [...]
THINK PINK!
By Emily Paragallo Let’s put on some pink and support breast cancer awareness this October. With so many fashion and beauty products out there, its hard not to be sporting some pink. About 1 in 8 women in the United States will develop breast cancer over the course of her lifetime. But us fashionistas CAN [...]
Gossip Girl Fashion Recap: “Beauty And The Feast”
By Elizabeth Hemmerle “Blair is Bursting With Color” Blair is sassing a Stella McCartney skirt, which is truly fruity and fresh. The printed pleated skirt looks great with the solid yellow Peter Som blouse, because it tones yet accentuates the busy pattern. I must say that I love the “dual-design” of this skirt. The print [...]