As we face the doldrums of winter, it’s refreshing to see what’s new at kate spade for Spring!

Behind the Brand

”Clean lines, vibrant color and impeccable quality are the calling cards of kate spade new york. Since the brand’s first collection of nylon totes, each new season has ushered in a modern mix of instant classics—including handbags, shoes, accessories, and women’s apparel.”

Great “nude” bowed kitten heels and adorable rain boots!

New Spring 2012 colors and products at Vera Bradley!

Abby in Island Blooms

Bowler in Camellia

Laptop Travel Tote in Ellie Blue

Laptop Sleeve in Rosy Posies

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While men appreciate Tom Brady as NE Patriots’ 3x Super Bowl winning quarterback, and women appreciate….well… everything else, UGG appeals to both sexes with choosing Mr. Brady in UGG Australia’s first men’s campaign.

“Rugged” and “masculine” are words used to describe UGG men’s footwear and two things that come to my mind with thoughts about Mr. Brady.  (Who isn’t a little jealous of his wife, supermodel Gisele Bundchen…but what a beautiful family!)  And then to watch Tom’s talent on the field..what a dream!

The first UGG boots arrived in America from Australia  in 1978. Women’s UGGs growth has exploded the last decade with marketing to college girls as hip AND more serious-fashioned ladies in their teaming with Jimmy Choo in 2010. So the company decided to amp up the men’s side with its first-ever TV and digital blitz using Tom Brady as its “famous face” for the campaign. Touchdown!

Thirty-four year old Tom Brady’s no slouch in this equation either. The honors graduate of the University of Michigan, two-time NFL Most Valuable Player, realizes this partnership can outlast his career. It’s not like hanging up the sneakers when he retires from the field.

I give this partnership an A+. The UGG brand delivers warm footwear for cold New England winters for Mr. Brady, and the same along with feel-good appealing ads for everyone else.

Received the new Anthropologie catalog in the mail and went  to see new styles. Click on the hyperlink here for the November issue or visit your nearest store.

It is always a delight…an adventure to see the store and their displays. A visual treat. I’ve said time and again, thank you Anthropologie for the eye candy!!

Tile Quilted Mini  Beautiful skirt .  Love the look and texture. You’ll touch and say ‘oh nice.’

Such cute shoes!

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LANVIN is a fashion house I “ooh and aah” over their well-made collections. I believe consumers hold certain labels in high regard for various reasons. For me, it’s “Why yes, it’s Lanvin.” And that says it all.

Python Shoulder Bag

Brassy woven chain will go equally well with gold or silver.

Metallic Amalia Tote

Great everyday bag!

About Lanvin:
’Lanvin is the oldest French house of fashion still creating collections. Founded by Jeanne Lanvin as a millinery on Faubourg Saint-Honore in 1889 Paris, the company earned a following among French socialites. Today, critically acclaimed designer Alber Elbaz upholds the Lanvin tradition of supremely well-made clothes, adding shoes, handbags, jewelry and accessories to the collection.’

Every once in a while you run across ads that jump out at you. This was the case for Jean-Michel Cazabat shoes and boots. Love the designs and textures going on here.

Jean-michel Cazabat Elsa High Heel Booties

These pointed-toe metallic tweed booties feature elastic gore insets at the sides and polished leather piping at the notched top line. Covered stiletto heel. Leather sole.

At Shop-bop

Wow – shoes that won’t go unnoticed! Also in all black.

At Shop-bop

Love the color and ruching!

At Shop-bop

It’s 60’s mania with Mad Men winning another Emmy and new TV series Pan Am on ABC.  Another throwback is The Playboy Club TV series on NBC.  More went into the wardrobes of the bunny costumes than one would think. Costume designer Isis Mussenden paid careful attention to detail and history dressing the pretty ladies.

The 10 outfit colors were re-created from the originals. Each suit is custom to fit every curve. Seven types of yarn were tried  out before finding the right one for proper weight of the tail…let’s think bouncy and fluffy.

Cufflinks were provided by Playboy with the bunny insignia. The ears are not on a headband as one might assume; they’re a detachable headpiece.

As gals all know, hosiery can work miracles. No wonder the Bunnies wear two pair of hose, giving them those amazing legs and pulling it all tight!

Will bunny outfits be THE Halloween party costume this year?

Job well done: Great advertising and hype for TARGET’s 400-piece discount collection of home furnishings and clothes from MISSONI, the Italian fashion house.

MISSONI for TARGET

September 13 – October 22

It was a successful launch as customers’ reaction brought TARGET’s website down the morning  of September 13th- the first time for TARGET due to high demand. At TARGET stores, customers arrived ahead of store openings to grab up scarves, dresses and bedding. 

There’s no mistaking the MISSONI stitch.  There’s only a few labels who have managed to imprint themselves so deeply into the consciousness of their followers as MISSONI has. Shoppers are eager to scoop up the MISSONI collection at TARGET prices! 

Better hurry! Some items are available in-store or on-line only.

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Put on a simple top or T-shirt with pants and leggings, then pull it together with a poncho, vest or sweater. Take advantage of Boston Store’s Goodwill sale for extra savings!

888 Patchwork poncho. sale $61.60 plus 20% off

Chaundry ruffled sweater coat. Sale $75.60 + 20% off

Calvin Klein Long Ribbon-Belted Animal Printed Faux Fur Vest

Add a bit of vintage Hollywood glamour to your look with this long, faux fur vest that is sure to turn heads. A ribbon belt defines your figure and adds a girlish touch.

Now’s the time to take advantage and earn Triple Reward Points! With free shipping, shopping is easy; see Buyers’ Picks for Fall!