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Beautiful Things in Blood Red

Post author By Mike Hammer
Post date November 4, 2014

There is no doubt that red is one of the greatest colors of fall. But this year’s red is the shade we have been waiting for to help brighten up the cold weather. The shade is warm and vibrant, proving that fashion’s heart is strong and beats even in the cold.

Blood red shades hold a lethal fascination this season which can be seen in many head-to-toe scarlet trench coats, knits and leathers. By starting with staples as simple as your iPhone case, the Burberry embossed check card, or the Valentino scarf with lace, you can easily add a little shine to your day. If you want to go for a bolder look, we suggest the patterned Balmain silk-georgette blouse to go from work to a great dinner at Locanda Verde at Greenwich Village, or even drinks in Catch. And don’t forget the bag! The traditional Givenchy Antigona is what we have been longing for in our closets.

Check out DOWNTOWN’s choices of blood red to help brighten your fall!

-Maria Zanetti

dress

OSCAR DE LA RENTA Full bottom jacquard dress $1,890.00

shirt

PIERRE BALMAIN Animal-print silk-georgette blouse $550

scarf

VALENTINO Lace Trim Wool-Silk Scarf $1275,00

bag

GIVENCHY Antigona Box Calf Satchel Bag, Red $1965.00

clutch

VALENTINO Studded PVC clutch $1,867.25

wallet

MIU MIU Madras textured-leather continental wallet $470

necklace-

OSCAR DE LA RENTA Resin-Painted Rose Necklace, Red $625.00

bracelet

SALVATORE FERRAGAMO 1530 BR Gancet 2G $180,00

ring

DAVID YURMAN Petite Wheaton Ring with Garnet and Diamonds in Gold $2,450

heels

ROBERTO CAVALLI Althea Dark Red Suede Serpent Sandals $1,290.00

sneakers

DKNY Active Jete Logo Varsity Red Sneakers $168.66

iphone case

BURBERRY Embossed Check Card Slot Iphone 5/5S Case $185.00

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Fashion

Fur Bag Favorites to Keep You Fabulous this Winter

Post author By Mike Hammer
Post date September 11, 2014

ALEXANDER MCQUEEN Fur Print De Manta Clutch. $ 540.

If you live in New York, you are probably torn between two feelings: Should we celebrate the end of the summer season, or sit and cry? If you are leaning towards the “sit and cry” option, it is probably because you have not yet seen these must-have accessories for this winter. It seems that not only will we be trying to warm up, but our wallets will be heating up as well.

Starting with the all-day bag, Balenciaga is the perfect shape. The Padlock in Sheep Fur is functional and will go with you everywhere. Are you going to work and then straight to dinner at The Stanton Social with some friends? It is the perfect model for you!

Are you fashion inclined but still don’t want to give up on your backpack? Certainly you will love the Brunello Cucinelli Mink Fur backpack to go straight from The New School to have some drinks at Spice Market. Use your Alexander McQueen Clutch to end your night at The Boom Boom Room at The Standard Hotel with an amazing view.

Here are some of DOWNTOWN’s favorite choices for you to rock this winter!

-Maria Zanetti & Laetitia Remadna

BALENCIAGA Padlock Nude Work XS Merino Sheep Black. $ 2,645.

BRUNELLO CUCINELLI Mink Fur Backpack. $ 7,830.

CHANEL Double Flap Bag in Calfskin and Lambskin Fur. Price Upon Request.

ELIZABETH AND JAMES Cynnie Lamb Fur Drawstring Backpack. $ 795

FENDI Baguette Shearling Fur.$3,500.

JIMMY CHOO Ink Long Haired Pony Multi-Functional Tote Bag. $ 2,450.

MILLY Skylar Faux-Fur Mini Crossbody Bag, Blush. $ 225.

NANCY GONZALEZ Small Framed Mink Fur Clutch Bag. $ 2,500.

NINA RICCI Small Marché Bag In Gazelle And Calfskin. Price Upon Request.

SALVATORE FERRAGAMO Medium Hobo. $ 3,900.

Tags Accessories, Alexander McQueen, backpack, bags, balenciaga, brunello cucinelli, chanel, clutch, Elizabeth and James, Fashion, Fendi, fur, Jimmy Choo, milly, nancy gonzalez, Nina Ricci, Salvatore Ferragamo, tote

Fashion

The Playful Clutches of Charlotte Olympia

Post author By Mike Hammer
Post date September 3, 2014

Peacock Pandora, $1,295

Who has never fallen in love with a Charlotte Olympia bag? We know that it is not only us who dream about these cute accessories!

The designer, half British and half Brazilian, is known for her style inspired by the era of Old-Hollywood glamour and movie stars from the 40’s and 50’s. This can be seen in how she plays with colors and patterns in her bags.

Charlotte Olympia started in the accessory world after completing a foundation course at the London College of Fashion and entering Cordwainer’s, the world-renowned college of footwear and accessory design in London. Throughout her degree she interned at Giambattista Valli in Paris.

Her first collection came in 2008 during London Fashion Week in February. The first Charlotte Olympia store then came in 2010 at Maddox Street in London, followed by a New York store in 2010 in the Upper East Side. As a result of her work she has received awards including “Accessories Designer of the Year Award” at the British Fashion Awards in 2011, and at the WGSN Global Fashion Awards in 2012.

Her design philosophy is to create luxury feminine shoes and accessories with a sense of humor worldwide. Here are some of DOWNTOWN’s choices of the cutest clutches to make you the most stylish girl during Fashion Week!

-Maria Zanetti