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Posts Tagged ‘accessories’

Golly, is fashion having an Iris Apfel moment, or what? (You can read my tribute to her style verve here. And more background here.)

She launched her jewelry line on the Home Shopping Network last year, and currently has a collaboration with MAC cosmetics.

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…even if you are one.

Here is interior decorator and NYC social fixture Iris Apfel, photographed by Roger Davies for the June 2011 issue of Architectural Digest.

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Today, my perfume was Ralph Lauren’s Safari which seems appropriate since I’m on an adventure, besides, I’m saving Dior’s Poison for my Chemo. My shoes were shiny grey three inch Charles David slings, my jewelry was Michal Negrin and my purse was a leopard print Juicy bag. Why the heck not? Isn’t life too short to keep those things tucked away; only to be used for special occasions when everything is right with the world? I refuse to let myself go and slouch along in sweat clothes during all of this. I may be headed down a tough road, but I’m going there in style.

When I checked into the hospital for my pre-op today, I clicked and swayed on in, trying to stay positive and focusing on anything except being in that environment. I was holding my head up high and making the most of the long hair I probably won’t be able to keep much longer. I’m going to miss that the most!

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Prom Season is open! Be an eco-prom queen, or king!

The Community Service Club of New Fairfield is hosting a prom dress re-sale. They are accepting formal dresses less than 5 years old, which will be on sale at their Pretty for Prom Gown Sale, March 12th in New Fairfield.

All proceeds from the gown sale will be used for the CSC's Kids Dress for Success campaign, which provides school supplies and cold-weather gear for underprivileged kids in New Fairfield.

I will be on hand for FREE mini style consultations, and I'll also display my upcycled accessories and vintage handbags for sale.

Free DIY Fashion Parties for local high school students!

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Need something special for V-day?

Here’s a list of DIY tutorials, with varying degrees of difficulty, to make in time for your date, or hanging out with your girls. 

Photo via Primrose Design

I tried to choose the most basic how-tos that don't require a lot of skill or special materials. If you’ve NEVER handled a glue gun or needle and thread before, these are probably not for you. But if you’re somewhat familiar with arts and crafts, you should be able to handle many of these, or modify them to your skill level.

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If you’re a literature-geek like me, especially for novels written or set in the 1800s (Austen! Dickens! Gaskell! Wharton!), you’ve probably heard of “the season”– the fall and winter months when wealthy folks moved back to the city from their country homes and went out every night to balls, plays, operas, parties, dinners…

Many things have changed, but November through March is still a big season for charity galas.  Even a small city like Danbury, CT hosts almost one per month at this time of year!

The Dream Come True Gala has a Paris Evening theme...

We’ve already seen the Danbury Hospital Ball, in November. Here’s a list of the biggies coming up in Danbury (and the surrounding area) after the New Year:

January 29 : Mayor’s Ball

February 4 : Girl Scouts Gala

February 12 : Danbury Animal Welfare Society Gala

April 2 : Dream Come True Gala

TBA : Hord Foundation Gala

The Girl Scouts Gala has a Masquerade theme...

What are you going to wear?

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Need some last-minute sparkle for your New Year’s Eve groove-getting-on?

Here’s a list of DIY tutorials, with varying degrees of difficulty, to make accessories.  Just add one cute dress or simple outfit, and let your handmade sparkle do the talking!

If you’ve NEVER handled a glue gun or needle and thread before, these are probably not for you. But if you’re somewhat familiar with arts and crafts, you should be able to handle many of these, or modify them to your skill level.

Guide to Skillz Levelz

• Newbie - you’re not afraid of stabbing yourself with needle and thread or burning yourself with glue gun. Basic familiarity with common craft supplies.
• Sorcerer’s Apprentice – a bit more advanced than newbie, you’ve learned some specialized skills from classes or craft books.
• Super Grand Wizard Craft Master Flex – advanced, using uncommon materials and techniques, with not very detailed instructions.

Have fun! Send pictures! Seriously!

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Part I of a new series where I will be pointing out some common photo foibles, and give you advice on how to look better in snapshots.

First up, what I like to call,

The Boob Necklace

Left to right: photo by Luca Trovato, Traditional Home magazine*, December 2010; another photo from the website of Traditional Home magazine, for the Classic Woman Awards, 2010; a Connecticut fashion stylist who will remain nameless out of pity.  If you know this lovely lady, send her the link to this article.

For clarification: necklaces are for your neck.

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Busy week for me, hence….. Link Lounge Sunday!

A recap of my tweets and re-tweets this week. You can follow me, @AnalogueChic.

Fill up your tea cup, and relax…

Image via Really Truly Too at Etsy.com

Fun with Fashion

Fashion Philanthropy with Uniform Project

The accessories shoot inspired by the 1992 movie Toys

Gorgeous fashion from early 20th century films

New cleavage cover-up

Economics of Fair Isle knitting

Indie Holiday Shopping

Personal Styling

On Closet Editing

Self-Health

Love your nose

Shout Out

The most talented fashion photographer you’ve never heard of

Happy Hour, or less

Vintage Ninja

The 52nd Annual Danbury Hospital Ball is coming up quickly — Saturday, November 13!

Are you ready to swing out in your swank ’50s best at One-Two-Five Supper Club and Lounge?

I am an expert on vintage, retro and "Mad Men" styles, give me a call to get your style right, from your merry widow to your gloves, your bouffant to your kitten heels!

Whether you need a complete outfit, or just some help accessorizing for the perfect look, I’m your gal!  Initial consultation is always free.  First 10 customers to book will receive a free service! 

Email Allie  at  AnalogueChic.com, or 860 . 712 . 4108

And don’t forget, the Mayor’s Ball is coming up, January 29!