Made in Italy, using traditional fine goldsmith techniques, each piece in the Iosselliani’s Spring 2011 collection is a statement. Here are some of our favorites:
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Accessories to die for: Fallon Jewelry
Highly anticipated by everyone at the store is Fallon Jewelry collection this Spring. A diffusion line to the highly successful collection by Dana Lorenz, Fallon has quickly become a favorite of editors, celebrities, and first lady Michelle Obama. Dana Lorenz has since been named a top new talent by Italian Vogue, and was recently nominated for the 2010 CFDA Swarovski Accessory Designer of the Year Award. She regularly collaborates with top fashion houses like Proenza Schouler and Thakoon and occasionally does limited edition capsule collections for retailers such as Opening Ceremony and J.Crew.
See for yourself! Hot hot hot!
As featured on the cover of Lucky on Heidi Klum….
Nudie Jeans Donut
Check out this display at our Nudie Jeans section!! Whoaaaaa
One Woman’s Waste Is Another Woman’s…
One woman’s waste is another woman’s chance at having the Lanvin for H&M collection in YOUR closet this Spring! Just saw this whilst browsing through one of our fave blogs, Nitro:Licious! H&M is unveiling a collection called Waste. These spring ready pieces have all been made from the leftover fabrics from everyone’s fave H&M designer collab to date. Bright colors, mod-geometric themes, and LANVIN-selected fabrics make this the perfect second chance. Sneak peek at what will be hitting stores:
Not Like You Need It Or Anything…
But, you DO.
Maria! Maria! Maria!
In honor of the new “Maria” style of J Brand that we are all OBSESSED with (hello comfortable legging-like hand feel, flattering high-rise and perfect wear-with-flats ankle length) we wanted to take the time to highlight some of our favorite stylish “Marias” through the years.
Natalie Wood as Maria in West Side Story
Maria Sharapova - Tennis player/Hardbody. In January of 2010 she signed a $70 million endorsement deal with Nike, the highest amount ever for a female athlete. Get it girl!
Maria Callas- Scandalous Greek opera singer, she also acted in Pasolini’s Medea.
Who’s your favorite Maria?
XOX
Erin Wasson Channels Cleopatra In New Lookbook
It’s no surprise that Low Luv is one of our favorite jewelry lines. We’ve blogged about it more times than I can remember, we brought Erin in to showcase the new collection in mid-2010, and nearly everyone who works here owns a piece (or three). It’s an understatement to say that we were excited to see these gorgeous pictures of the new collection. Which piece is your favorite?!
(photos sourced from Refinery 29)
XOX
Puttin’ On The Lips
I may not have made my mind up about how I’ll be spending my first minutes of 2011 but, there’s one thing that’s for sure: I’ll be dressed to the nines. Whether it’s sequins on my dress, feathers in my hair, kitschy 2011 glasses, an amazing statement ring or glam makeup, I will be dressed in my best.
We’ve been going over outfit possibilities all week and have all come to the same conclusion: These Pictures Will End Up On The Internet. This means that not only does our outfit have to flatter but we can’t be caught on film (well, memory card) with a case of the “How-am-I-so-drunk-it’s-only-10:30-I-could-have-sworn-I-wore-makeup-tonight” faces.
Our Assistant Buyer, Tamara has come to the rescue. She will show you how to use things you probably already own (and if you don’t it’ll only set you back $4) to make sure you’re the talk of the party. (in a good way)
Young Frankenstein–Puttin On The Ritz : Watch this vid (ahem, our Puttin On The Lips pun) and get ready to glam it up with Glitter Lips!
We love MAC’s Russian Red, a cheap-y brush from the Craft Store, and large-particle Red Glitter
Step 1: Apply Lipstick
Step 2: Bring on the glitter!
Oops! Don’t Spill! (seriously, glitter will be everywhere for the rest of your life)
Ready for your close-up!
Tamara, looking so 2011.
XOX
Nighttime Nails
As I type this post, with NYE mere days away, I am realizing that I am in DIRE need of a manicure (Hello, cuticles!). I think I’m playing it understated on the outfit front this year so my nails have to be outta this universe. I’m thinking glitterxdiscoxsparkles galore… Here are a few of our fave ideas!
This gold has hexagon shaped glitters, and you can glop it on the tips for a french manicure that looks like you dipped your fingers in a bowl of solid gold nuggets, or you can do like this – one coat over a dark background to emulate the night sky!
I love these Deborah Lippmann shades, too because they have a richness to them that makes them more sophisticated than your usual box o’ crayon colors. Reminds me of Michelle Pfeiffer in Scarface or Daryl Hannah in Splash!
Moon Manicure is so perfect for nighttime festivities. See this twist on the lunar nail trend sourced from a vintage Cosmo feature:
I’m loving this look! You can swap out the Robin Red pictured here for black and gold or navy with silver… Wait, SILVER AND GOLD. So fab.
Ready to put these ideas to the test? Call us at 415-861-9888 and book an appointment for the Z Beauty Lounge. We have a HUGE selection of polishes that will have you looking so 2011.
XOX
Get The Look: Ombre Fringe Earrings
With 2010’s hot Ombre hairstyles (see Rachel Bilson), dip-dyed JBrands, and Chanel’s runway we can’t help but hop on the Fade-to-Black train. There’s something so sexy about mixed metals and Ombre earrings are the perfect way to incorporate them into your wardrobe. Get your Ombre inspiration here and on your ears at Azalea!
Chanel
Iosselliani Long Fringe Skull Earrings | $198
Hide Ya Kids. Hide Ya Wife. Hide My Wallet.
This season’s La Mer Collection wrap watches are off the chain! (pun intended) Each time we get a new shipment I have to have someone hide my wallet from me. With buttery-soft leather wrap bands and both classic square and round faces to choose from– not to mention the killer patterns and colors in this season’s collection, how can you resist?
What’s great about these babies is that even if you already own a watch (I own three!) you’ll still find the time (another pun) to wear a La Mer. You can bring a pop of color to your workweek wear with a Royal Blue one. Feel like an undercover sass in the Leopard wrap or, glam it up in a watch with chains attached: bracelet+watch=fashion&function. Something my Mama always said was worth the money.
XOX
So Much Lovin’!
The Dark Crystal: Holiday Low Luv is Here!
Crystal Triangle Fringe Drop Necklace | $150
Moonstone Ring | $65
Black Crystal Bracelet | $45
Clear Crystal Necklace | $68
XOX
Escape From The Cold On The Fairest Of Isles
We’re talkin’ Fair Isle! This traditional knitwear pattern evokes memories of cozy Christmas sweaters and hunky ski instructors, and it’s back in a big way…
See, this guy knows what time it is!
If you see it in Marc Jacobs , it’s so.
For the boys:
Fair Isle Cardigan | Opening Ceremony
ON SALE NOW @ Azalea!
Or just a little something warm for your honey on holiday…
New Wooden Ships Scarves and Gloves!
One for fun– this one really gets me in to the Fair Isle holiday spirit…
XOX
Being Brave Never Looked This Good
SF born and NYC based, 26 year-old BFF designers, Julia Wilson and Shannon Davenport have mastered the modern Southwest look. In FFTB’s first season, Navajo and Western influences are carried out with quality, in sterling silver. Each piece is modern, yet traditional, and oh-so-wearable. What’s great about FFTB is how versatile it is. You can definitely wear their pieces to work into evening and all through the night, no matter the ensemble.
Super Is Back!
A lot of our customers have been asking, and we finally got a refill. They are going fast, so more are on the way. We really like the People style for women, because it has a slightly thinner frame than the traditional wayfarer. It looks great on a lot of different face shapes – and in a new martini olive green for the Holidays!
Available In Store!
XOX
