With spring here, leave it to Clearvision and Marc Ecko to show us the latest as featured in the GQ Trend Report! Men get ready to read how to wear those chinos with style!

Normally, chinos are worn in subdued, earth tones like tan, brown, and olive. Break out of that box with this season’s brightly colored pants! They’re not just for vacation, either. Featured in GQ’s Spring 2012 Trend Report, these bright pants give your wardrobe an extra pop that will surely get you noticed. Chinos have the versatility of jeans – they can be easily dressed up or down and there’s a style and fit for everyone. Now available in a stunning array of colors, these chinos were seen all over the runway for Spring 2012 by designers like DSquared2, Ralph Lauren, and the Gap. As always, the key to pulling off a bright color is keeping the rest of the outfit’s colors toned down so the vibrant color of the pants (and you) really stand out!

The Marc Ecko Voyeur pairs well with this look. Chic with a sexy edge, this acetate frame features a unique raised temple pattern that mimics leather tufting. It is available in Black, Blue Black Tortoise and Green Olive Tortoise.

View the style here! Here’s looking at you, men!

Hi, everyone! I don’t know about you, but I find true success stories very inspirational! One such mega-achievement story is definitely about designer Marc Ecko.  Not only has Marc built a substantial empire based on contemporary style with mass appeal, but he’s also approachable and willing to share insight on what it takes to make it in these challenging financial times.

Recently, artist and designer Marc Ecko made a very special celebrity appearance at ClearVision Optical’s booth at Vision Expo East, an annual expo held at New York’s Jacob K. Javits Center. Hundreds of fans and expo attendees lined up in the booth to see Marc and receive a copy of his exclusive interview with “20/20 Magazine” & received a set of limited edition cleaning cloths. This latest interview in “20/20 Magazine” includes behind-the-scenes coverage of a candid, interview in which Marc discusses his new consumer website: marceckoeyewear.com. Marc also signed autographs and posed for photos with those who attended the event. The designer extraordinaire was in-booth to promote the newest optical and sun styles for his “Cut & Sew” Eyewear collection, as well as his new consumer website, marceckoeyewear.com.

One of my favorite areas of this innovative, cutting-edge new Ecko website is the virtual try-on portion! That’s right — consumers can see how sharp they look in various Ecko frames and also get a feel for what looks best on their particular face shape. I truly like the new optical and sun lines because the styles are amazing, sleek and flattering! The men out there can actually afford them, too! Even the names of the various eyewear styles shout affordable sophistication; “Entreprenuer,” “Lip Reader,” and ”The Alex” ( just a few styles which are as hip as the collection, itself). Not sure what to wear with your new frames? Marc has that covered too with a stylizer section of the site (how cool).

About the Cut & Sew Collection by Marc Ecko: With a turn of the century design aesthetic and meticulous attention to detail, each frame in the collection has custom temple tips inspired by the curvature of a tailor’s shears handle. These unique and subtle details creatively pay tribute to the true craftsman who is passionate until the end.

“Give a girl the right shoes, and she can conquer the world.”

- Marilyn Monroe

In celebration of the Christian Louboutin 20th Anniversary, Neiman Marcus has announced the launch of “Sole Seekers” a social media challenge. The challenge, “Sole Seekers,” asks social media users to upload Christian Louboutin footwear images into a growing online pictorial spread.  The challenge, which will feature entries from Instagram and Twitter, will also be hosted on the Neiman Marcus Facebook  page and NMdaily The Neiman Marcus Blog.

“Sole Seekers” launched on February 10th and culminates on March 10th when one winner will be selected to receive a pair of Christian Louboutin shoes. How exciting! It’s many a fashionista’s dream to own a gorgeous pair of red-sole Louboutin shoes and now is your chance! I’ll be entering and uploading a photo of the pair that I proudly own.
   
“Sole Seekers” works as follows:

*Participants are encouraged to submit photos of either their own Christian Louboutin shoes, Christian Louboutin shoes they see at Neiman Marcus stores or on NeimanMarcus.com via Instagram or Twitter.
*Photos submitted via Instagram and Twitter must contain @NeimanMarcus, @LouboutinWorld, and  #NMLoubiLove in the caption to be entered to win.
*All images will be aggregated in a single online feed.
*After one month a rich album of Christian Louboutin imagery will have developed on the “Sole Seekers” Facebook tab and NMdaily post. One winner (who submitted an image) will be selected at random.
*Users may enter as many times as they like from both Instagram and Twitter, but must submit different images each time.
*Users submitting images of shoes not manufactured by Louboutin will be disqualified.

“Neiman Marcus is thrilled to be partnering with Christian Louboutin on his 20th Anniversary Collection,” said Wanda Gierhart, Chief Marketing Officer for the Neiman Marcus Group. “Launching ‘Sole Seekers’ allows us to engage our customers and followers in the Christian Louboutin celebration. We are always looking for partnerships that lend themselves to creative online executions. A brand like Christian Louboutin and a milestone like a 20th Anniversary was an ideal match for a social media challenge.”

A special 20th Anniversary Christian Louboutin Capsule Collection will be sold in the following Neiman Marcus stores: Atlanta, Bal Harbour, Beverly Hills, Coral Gables, Fashion Island, King of Prussia, Michigan Avenue, NorthPark, Palm Beach, and San Francisco. The collection includes 20 distinctive shoe styles inspired from 20 years of iconic shoe designs.

The Neiman Marcus Group, Inc. operations include the Specialty Retail Stores segment and the Direct Marketing segment. The Specialty Retail stores segment consists primarily of Neiman Marcus and Bergdorf Goodman stores. The Direct Marketing segment conducts both print catalog and online operations under the Neiman Marcus, Horchow and Bergdorf Goodman brand names. Information about the Company can be accessed at www.NeimanMarcusGroup.com.

Keep up with the latest news and events happening at Neiman Marcus by becoming a fan on Facebook, following ’NM’ on Twitter, and subscribing to their blog, NMDaily. I have to say, that I also LOVE the NMDaily blog! Good luck, everyone!!

Samantha Harris on Entertainment Tonight wearing a Jane Basch Layers of Lux necklace.

The right accessories will definitely make your ensemble stand-out from the fashionable crowd! At Dailyfashionista we wrote an article regarding one of our favorite jewelry designers Jane Basch and her Layers of Lux necklace collection. It was especially fabulous to see one of Jane’s special designs on Entertainment Tonite worn by the beautiful Samantha Harris! Jane’s designs have also been worn by ‘hot’ celebrities such as Christina Applegate, Demi Moore, Debra Messing and featured in many top fashion magazines such as Lucky! The wonderful aspect to Jane’s jewelry is that you need not be a celebrity to enjoy your very own custom-created Jane Basch jewelry piece because all of her collections are priced well with impeccable craftsmanship (or should I say crafts-womanship).

Jane’s jewelry collection consists of handcrafted, personalized jewelry which is all proudly made in the USA with extra-special care. I can’t begin to tell you how many compliments I have received on my very own initial “D” pendant, or my DailyFashionista.com nameplate necklace. There’s a certain empowering feeling I get every time I wear one of Jane’s initial pieces or her designs in general. One of my new favorites for Spring 2012 are her Gemstone Arm Candy bracelets where you can pick your very own decadent candy-color and wear it as a stunning bracelet!

Jewelry should be fun, whimsical, and a celebration of life at  www.janebasch.com.

Swirly Initial Arm Candy Gemstone bracelet : New for Spring!

Christina Applegate in People wearing her personalized Jane Basch “Mommy” nameplate necklace in gold (which features her daughter’s name).

At DailyFashionista.com we like to keep in touch with the latest beauty trends and we certainly have a fun one for you today.  The gorgeous Carol Hanna who has appeared on the Style Network’s ‘Glam Fairy Special’ has a glittering new business and we couldn’t wait to hear more!!

Fancy Fingernails is a fabulous and creative way to decorate your nails and ‘sass-up’ that manicure! This special package contains a shimmering nail-splash and nail charms in an easy-to-use kit, so you can have the most stylish hands around! I tried a kit and can’t tell you how many compliments I received! Fancy Fingernails also offers free shipping in the US and is priced fairly.  This nail experience definitely is a way to kick up your style quotient and stand-out from the fashionable crowd! Watch the interesting video below, to learn more about this innovative beauty brand! It’s time to get FANCY!!

How to WIN!

Step 1: ‘Like’ the Dailyfashionista.com Facebook Page.

Step 2: ‘Like’ the Fancy Fingernails Facebook Page.

Step 3: Email dana@Dailyfashionista.com and share why YOU should win!!

The winner will be chosen randomly by DailyFashionista.com and announced the day after Valentine’s Day – February 15th, 2012!! Good luck, everyone!

With Valentine’s day approaching it’s the perfect time to pick up a special piece of jewelry that will make your ensemble pop! I recently heard about a unique jewelry line created by Vangielina. The pieces are all hand-made and one-of-a-kind. Priced reasonably it’s a wonderful way to feel special and show your stylish flair!

About Vangielina: Jewelry is a hybrid of different elements and styles, which reflect today’s modern woman. Each piece is handcrafted to embody the woman’s true essence.  As my motto says: “Handmade jewelry made for today’s woman: chic, edgy, modern, and elegant.” That simply says it all! I take pride in the work that I do. Each item is assembled with the best of materials: genuine stones and crystals, gold and silver filled findings, gold plated, 14k gold trim pendants and sterling silver charms. 100% authentic! Every woman will feel confident, stylish and beautiful in one of the Vangielina jewelry creations.

Stop by and check-out Vangielina’s gorgeous ‘ Love Bracelets’ and other lovely creations, by clicking here!!

Also, be certain to add the Vangielina facebook page for previews of her latest jewelry collections!

From end to end — all Vangielina handmade items: hand studded/threaded bangles and primrose satin lace. Viola!

GOOD DAY NEW YORK’S ENTERTAINMENT REPORTER JULIE CHANG ADORES CLEARVISION’S NEW GLOBAL FIT FRAMES!

Good Day New York‘s Julie Chang is a fan of the new Global Fit collection!  The stylish entertainment reporter shows off the fabulous BCBGMAXAZRIA Catarina Global Fit frame in Raisin Laminate. On January 12th, Chang tweeted: “Finally…they have glasses for low/no nose bridge folks! These are the “Global Fit” by BCBG available at ClearVision.”  Chang personally thanked ClearVision’s Marketing Team for the “chic specs” calling the “glasses made for flat nosed folks like myself…genius! And finally!!”

Personally, being able to see the world with great vision is truly a gift and being able to do it ‘in-style’ is even better! Here at Dailyfashionista.com, I visit the ClearVision site often, because they offer wonderful & flattering specs at reasonable prices. You can’t put a price on perfect vision, but they make it available to many of us out there. Julie Chang looks beautiful and I too, love these frames!

To learn more about the new Global Fit, please contact a ClearVision Sales Consultant.

Video: courtesy of Kasia Bosne of Boutique on 57

Accessories most definitely make any look ‘pop’ and add special interest to our ensembles that allow us to stand-out from the crowd.  Russian Dolls by Sveltana is a wonderful jewelry collection that is just as unique as it is beautiful. All of the pieces are handmade, sterling silver, with sparkling diamond eyes and a gorgeous gem-stone belly. A spectacular locket for you to cherish and is unlike any other jewelry locket this fashionista has ever seen. Each design is precious and truly special. Sveta, Casha, & baby Natasha represent a signature of nested trio locket dolls, on a matching silver chain. These can be worn as a nested trio or separately.

Celebrities such as Christina Milian rock RUSSIAN DOLLS by Svetlana as seen in Radar Online for her Flirty 30th in NYC! Women everywhere are enjoying this new trend that’s meant to last forever. These special “dolls” are a great gift or can be passed along to a family member or dear friend! With Valentine’s Day 2012 approaching, this would make a thoughtful and stunning gift for the special lady in your life (men take note)!

Watch the above interesting video-clip and read below for further stylish information! This has “perfect” Valentine’s Day gift written all over it! Which is your favorite doll?! (it’s hard to decide)!

More about Russian Dolls:

LAUNCHED FALL 2011

RUSSIAN DOLLS by Svetlana

Currently starring on Lifetime’s latest reality series ‘Russian Dolls’, Svetlana Rakhman displays the true essence of Russian heritage; living a life that is defined by her family values, and a strong work ethic.

Now that the season has finished filming Svetlana has been spending her downtime working on her own Russian inspired jewelry line, RUSSIAN DOLLS by Svetlana.

This collection brings a new meaning to the word trend. Combining her passion for Russian history and jewelry, the longtime business-woman turned designer has created a modern interpretation of the Russian nesting doll, that can be worn by any generation. A Russian Dolls by Svetlana set consists of a trio of nested dolls and a matching silver chain. This versatile collection comes as a trio, so you have the option to wear the pendants all together, or separately on the silver chain. Each doll is handmade with a silver body and enamel face and belly. The diamond, sapphire or birthstone eyes and belly not only sparkle, but also hint at the additional treasures inside.

ADD Russian Dolls on Facebook and learn more by clicking here!

You can also learn more about Svetlana Rakhman by stopping here.

Gorgeous Valerie Kritsberg wearing a large Svetlana doll to an event. The perfect addition to a sexy party dress or chic jeans and blazer!

The stunning Kasia Bosne Founder of Boutique on 57 at her latest Shopping Extravaganza event where her customers were treated to an ultra- fashionable night like no-other!

Hi, everyone!! With the new year here it’s likely that you’ve made a few resolutions of your own and some probably revolve around feeling better about yourself! A great way to put a spring back in your step is to update your look with a few key wardrobe pieces such as a great statement blazer, a crisp white shirt, a fabulous black pencil skirt, a show-stopper dress or a flirty top that has special detailing!

All of the above items and much more can be found at the uber stylish and chic Boutique on 57 in Manhattan located conveniently at 12 West 57th street Suite 807, New York,  NY. Kasia is a well-known wardrobe stylist who flies to places such as Paris and Italy to bring back designer wardrobe treasures at budget friendly prices. You can score that investment piece that your wardrobe is lacking and now is the perfect time to do it! Mothers and daughters agree that Boutique on 57 is the premiere shopping destination in Manhattan for upscale designer finds that Kasia personally choses for the store in order to create a one-of-a-kind shopping experience. With gorgeous designer treasures from Gucci, Valentino, Dolce & Gabbana and other top fashion notables, Kasia has her pulse on what women want!

Kasia also hosts fun and exciting shopping events! She really knows how to treat her clientele to a fabulous evening including make-overs, treatments by Bliss Spa, designer hand-bag give-aways and other stylish treats.  Kasia also personally helps all of her clients and is an expert in body-shape, your coloring and clothing that suits your life-style. Long gone are the days where your money is wasted! A piece in your wardrobe from Kasia’s Boutique on 57 easily takes you from the office to an enjoyable night out all while you look absolutely fabulous! Watch the above clip so you can learn more as to why Boutique on 57 is a shoppers paradise in the heart of one of the most stylish cities in the world, New York City.

Live Well. Dress Well – you can also shop online at Boutiqueon57.com! Always up to 75% off!

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Cheers to amazing fashions at Boutique on 57 and designer finds for up to 75% off! Something to celebrate!