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Thursday, 24 October 2013 00:38

Holiday 2013 A-List

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Live Everyday Like a Holiday in some of my newest favorite things!

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PATRÓN/ DAVID YURMAN BOTTLE STOPPER
Following the success of its first designer bottle stopper with John Varvatos, Potrón has partnered with David Yurman for the second year of the brand's limited edition bottle stoppers. The new collectible bottle accessory is crafted exclusively for Potrón Añejo by Evan Yurman, design director for David Yurman men's and timepiece collections ond will be available for purchase during the holiday season, making it the perfect gift for the spirit connoisseur who always does things in style! Price: $59.99, sold at select retailers nationwide. For more information visit www.patronspirits.com 


 

cabiletTHE CABELET BY KYTE & KEY
Kyte & Key makes charging your iPhone 5 and other lighting/micro-USB devices easier and more stylish than ever with new The Cabelet™. Launching for the Holiday 2013 season, The Cabelet™ is a wearable data/charging solution housed within a bracelet and specifically created for Lighting and Micro USB devices. Hitting stores in October 2013, the product will be available in various colors and three sizes: small, medium and large. Braided or perforated leather models ore set to hit during the initial launch with nylon and silicone styles being introduced in 2014.
Available at Apple stores and www.KyteandKey.com 


 

filomenaFilomena Fernandez
Represents the fusion of Latin American culture and femininity with Asian simplicity and aestheticism.
Designers, Kyoko Higa and Maritza Fernandez met in Tokyo, Japan in 1989 when Maritza moved from Venezuela to Tokyo. In Japan, Maritza worked as an assistant to Kyoko at her company, Rose is a Rose. Thereafter, Kyoko began to develop her own line, Kyoko Higa, in Japan. In 1992, Maritza continued her career with Kyoko, selling the line in the United States. After 23 years as partners, the designers developed Filomena Fernandez in 2011. The line was developed with the goal of reinventing the essential everyday basics and create clothing that is chic and distinctive. The originality in design details makes these fundamental pieces unique while maintaining a laid-back yet modern look. Filomena Fernandez Latin American & Asian-inspired womenswear line emphasizing modern minimalism that is both practical and sophisticated. The wearable separates, include a range of loose-fitting knits, wide-leg trousers along with modern skinny pants and classic cardigans and blazers. It brings originality and femininity to styles that make woman feel confident and refined. Each piece is carefully crafted to ensure comfort, durability and ease in maintenance. Filomena Fernandez opened its first flagship store in Coral Gables, Florida. The boutique is available for private events and will soon feature a Café. The brand is also sold through multiple wholesale locations across the U.S. and Latin America. - Maritza Fernandez www.filomenafernandez.com 


 

electric-splash-clutchMALORY MUSANTE - ELECTRIC SPLASH CLUTCH
Shown is 10 x 6 inches and l inch deep with a detachable leather/chain combo strap. Hangs approximately 11 inches off shoulder. Inside zip pocket.
Colors: Electric blue with gold and bronze. Many other colors/patterns available www.mallorymusanteshoes.com 

 

 

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Saturday, 22 June 2013 17:30

Summer 2013 A-List

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THE WOOD & CORAL GRADUATED WRAP ON LIGHT BROWN LEATHER
This vibrant wrap has amazing deep coral, light coral and coral stone beads combined with light wood beads and Swaravski crystals an Greek leather. Coral is the perfect color of the season and this wrap has all shades combined with the light woad and a little sparkle this is a must have far the summer! Single wrap $30, Double wrap $52, Four wrap $l00 www.ragsdesign.com 

 

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THE WOOD & BLUE STONE GRADUATED WRAP ON LIGHT BROWN LEATHER
This beautiful wrap has a variety of sea blue, light blue, sage, green blue stones and beads combined with light wood beads with Swaravski crystals an Greek leather. The combination of the beads are so vibrant and the colors and shapes of the beads combined with graduated feel makes this wrap a definite eye catcher! Single wrap $30, Double wrap $52, Four wrap $100 www.ragsdesign.com 


 

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An Inspiring Designer Pick from Andrea

Vanita Rosa
FOR THE JETSETTING FASHIONISTAS AND ALL WHO AIM TO BE!
The famed French line Vanita Raso (www.vanitarosa.com ) has landed in Miami! The much sought after collection which has already found its home in stares all aver the world, in such places like Monaca, St. Tropez, Caurchevel, Cannes, Ibiza Paris, New Yark and St. Barth has now made itself available to make Miami even hatter! Vanita Rosa's 2013 summer collection features sexy off the shoulder tunics, maxi dresses, and matching taps and shorts. The collection highlights multi-print pieces, paps of color, and traditional patterns an highquality luxury fabrics. The perfect combination of fresh texture and bright bald colors accentuate women's bodies without lasing the illusion of their sensual style. Vanita Rosa lets a woman feel like a fabulous jetsetter no matter where she is going or doing at all times! Now fashianistas can now accessarize their beach looks with the perfect caver up and accessories. Celebrity fans include: Alessandra Ambrosia, Brooke Burke, Kate Mass, Naomi Campbell, Ivana Trump and Jane Fonda just ta name a few! "My inspirations came from the thoughts of what myself would like to wear next season. I give my desires physical form and listen to my instincts, I tune into them. I hove a deep respect far women, I adore the idea of enhancing them,
giving them confidence. My aim is to ensure that a woman wearing my collections gains in confidence, that the woman is given even mare power," says designer Valerie Baurdin.

 

ABOUT THE DESIGNER:
Valerie Baurdin was barn in Paris. At 21 years aid, she moved ta Miami ta pursue her first passion, fashion photography. She was able ta shoat same of the best tap models in the world such as Naomi Campbell and she was a model herself an catwalks all aver the world. After 6 years of working far Dalee & Gabbana, she decided ta move ta St. Barths. This is where she created her first fashion designs inspired greatly by the beautiful island landscape. She opened her first stare ta immediate success and she founded Vanita Rosa in 2002. Valeria uses only the mast beautiful fabrics silk, linen, cashmere, and lace of Calais. Celebrities such as Jane Fonda and Ivana Trump lave ta wear the elegant and chic designs created by Vanita Rosa. Vanita Raso can be
found in the mast beautiful shops around the world - New Yark, Paris, Italy, Monaca, St. Tropez, Ibiza, Cannes, Puerta Bonus, Hawaii ... Over the past two years, Valeria has opened shops in Paris' famed "Triangle d'Or", New York's hip Meat-Packing District, the elegant East Hamptans, and now in sexy South Florida!


"I know that I would LOVE to wear any one of Valerie's beautiful pieces from her Collection this Summer!" - Andrea Patrick Forte
www.vanitarosa.com 

 

Friday, 05 April 2013 18:43

Wedding & Couture 2013 A-List

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KATA BANKO COUTURE
I was swept away being a bride again for the day at our Cover Shoot when I was honored to wear these gorgeous pieces by Kata Banko Couture. The occasion? They were designed exclusively far Gladys Magazine and in honor of my mother, Gladys who our magazine was named for. In the photo to the right I am wearing the "Gladys," swarvoski rhinestone, hand formed hair vine with silk organza flowers, $275.00 and I threw an the "Kata," cathedral veil with silk organza, hand sewn flowers with Swarovski rhinestone and pearl centers as a wrap for the photo, $695.00. You too can have your very own "Gladys" headpiece as there are more to choose from on their web site: Kata Banko Couture, www.katabankocouturebrides.com 

My 15th wedding anniversary is coming up later this year and I just might have to wear this to renew our vows!

 

 

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HOLLY CUFF
Turquoise enamel coated cuff
Pave crystal links with a great art deco look
Price: $45.00 www.shiramelodyjewelry.com

 

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NECKLACE 

Natural /turquoise A necklace made
out of individual hand needle discs,
18" length. Necklace Inti 2140 IT
Price: $39 retail (MSRP)

 

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TOTE BAG
Alegria 4062, AR-Rosa Pink A
tote bag with beautiful hand
needle flowers and magnetic
snap closure. 13" x 10" x 3"
Price: $179 retail (MSRP)

 

Ruway Hand Made Designs creates exquisite handbags, clutches and

jewelry by hand with sustainable palm fibers. Native artisans in Peru who still have knowledge about the techniques and materials used by Inca and pre-Inca cultures make each piece of the collection. Inspired by ancient Peruvian textiles and designed in California by Ruway's Creative Director, Patricia Matienzo, these elegant accessories merge the rich history of this art with modern design ideas to create refined, beautiful adornments to any ensemble. Ruway Hand Made Designs' products can be purchased internationally at www.ruway.biz.

 

 

Pick from Andrea - Eco-Friendly

glassesGLACIER GLASS

Glacier Glass is a new line of beautiful, eco-inspired glassware crafted from recycled wine bottles.  The look and feel of the glass for individual glassware is truly unique.  Utilizing state of the art diamond-wheel engraving technology, the former wine bottles are completely transformed into a beautiful and substantial piece of glassware with a design which, combined with a blue tint of the glass, is reminiscent of majestic glaciers. www.Rolfglass.com.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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