Jill Stuart Runway Fall 2012

Dana Prigge’ of Dailyfashionista.com and Jill Stuart at the American Express Skybox Lincoln Center

American Express Fashion Week Skybox

It’s most definitely many a girls dream to be able to sit at a Fashion Show for a top designer during Mercedes-Benz New York Fashion Week! I for one was extremely excited when I learned that I had the opportunity to sit at Jill Stuart’s Fall 2012 show at Lincoln Center.  I had the pleasure to view the show from the exclusive American Express Fashion Skybox.

Celebrating its tenth season as a sponsor of Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week, American Express continues to showcase its dedication and commitment to the fashion industry through its evolving roster of tailored experiences. With the return of the coveted Skybox Space, the Cardmember Lounge perched high above the runways, Cardmembers were given unparalleled access to the week’s most exciting shows from the comfort of the plush VIP lounge.

It was clear to see the reasons why in Jill Stuart’s world — it’s fun to be a girl, again. Floral sheaths, peter-pan collars, her exclusive prints in gorgeous colors such as iris blue, purple and rose popped against a black background. Sexy platform patent and suede shoes accented these flirty looks while celebrities such as Olivia Palermo took in the show.  You can find out the chic details regarding how the models looked so fabulous for the show, below — with the inside beauty scoop. Also, I would like to share a video clip that I took while chatting with Jill immediately after her NYFW show! She discusses her love of vintage fashions and how they influence her lovely collections!

Makeup: Diane Kendal using Jill Stuart Cosmetics

Hair: Odile Gilbert for Kérastase Paris

Nails: Essie for Beauty.com

Inspiration: Dark Glamour

Get the Look (Hair):

« Apply Kérastase Mousse Substantive to create texture before blow drying the hair

« Twist or scrunch the hair to create relaxed curls

« Spray Kérastase Double Force Ultime Extra Hold Hairspray for hold

« Use Kérastase Double Force Sublimateur Jour to finish the look with light-weight nourishment

Get the Look (Makeup):

« Apply Jill Stuart Black Eyeliner pencil to create definition on the eyes

« Create purple hues on the eyelids with Nars Party Monster and Jolie Poupee

« Use Jill Stuart Mascara to enhance the eyes

« Apply Jill Stuart Ol Baby Blush to the cheeks for a flushed look

« Finish with Jill Stuart Lipstick 06 “Little Lady Pink ”

“The most beautiful makeup of a woman is passion. But cosmetics are easier to buy.”

– Yves Saint-Laurent

Dailyfashionista.com would like to wish everyone a very loving Valentine’s Day! In this behind-the-scenes clip from the Valentine’s Day edition of Victoria’s Secret (one of our favorite retailers) you can learn more about their latest bras, sultriest new fragrance and everything sexy & beautiful! Go on set with Supermodels Doutzen Kroes, Erin Heatherton, Lindsay Ellingson, Candice Swanepoel, Lily Aldridge, Adriana Lima and Lais Ribeiro as they shoot Victoria’s Secret’s 2012 Valentine’s Day campaign. This video also features the Angels’ gift tips and ideas for a Gorgeous Valentine’s Day. This video is a treat for both the women and men — enjoy!

“I like being a woman, even in a man’s world. After all, men can’t wear dresses, but we can wear the pants.”

-Whitney Houston

Dailyfashionista.com would like to pay tribute to an icon of American Music whose melodic voice touched the world.

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!!

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

When I heard one of my favorite actresses of all time Susan Sarandon along with her daughter were posing in exquisite images for luxury retailer Neiman Marcus, I just had to share the news with the DailyFashionista.com readers!

Neiman Marcus announces Susan Sarandon and Eva Amurri Martino as the artists featured in The Art of Fashion campaign for Spring 2012. The campaign includes 14 portraits of mother and daughter and will appear in the March edition of the newly refreshed Neiman Marcus publication, the book. Debuting nearly 20 years ago, The Art of Fashion was a revolutionary step for a retailer as the campaign was designed to feature cutting-edge fashion and provocative photography.

In keeping with that legacy, this year’s Art of Fashion was shot by photographer Mark Abrahams. The portraits artfully capture mother and daughter in a way that appeals to and connects with women of all ages. Designer merchandise featured in the campaign includes: Burberry Prorsum, Carolina Herrera, Chanel, Donna Karan NYC, Etro, Giorgio Armani, Gucci, J. Mendel, Lanvin Paris, Oscar de la Renta, Prada, Tom Ford, Valentino and Vera Wang. The Art of Fashion campaign will appear in the first version of the refreshed Neiman Marcus’ the book. Building upon the book’s signature fashion and beauty features, new lifestyle-oriented editorial content will be supplemented into the oversize magazine.

“The March issue of the book not only features the celebrity power and beauty of Susan Sarandon and Eva Amurri Martino in a rich pictorial campaign, but it also debuts new editorial departments. We are delighted to share this inspired edition of ‘the book’ with our customers and look forward to bringing equally strong content in the coming editions,” said Eddie Nunns, Vice President, Neiman Marcus Brand Creative.

New departments within the book include:

Intersection – where style meets lifestyle with news on people, places, culture and cuisine
Full Disclosure– a Proustian questionnaire in which celebrated cultural icons offer a brief self-portrait in words and drawing.  March: Tim Gunn.
Two Places at Once– A side-by-side comparison of two cities Neiman Marcus calls home
Heritage– An inside look at Neiman Marcus history over time. March: Neiman Marcus in film, television and music
Essay– A think piece dedicated to the issue’s theme.  March: Oscar-winning screenwriter Diablo Cody on reinvention. 
Travel– An imagery driven celebration of a stylish destination.  March: Paraty, Brazil

About Neiman Marcus: The NeimanMarcus 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.

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!

“Beauty is in the eye of the beholder and it may be necessary from time to time to give a stupid or misinformed beholder a black eye.”

– Miss Piggy

Pictured above: sitting front row at the Michael Kors autumn/winter 2010 runway show at New York Fashion Week.

Photo: Getty Images

ELI MANNING WEARS ERMENEGILDO ZEGNA FOR GIANTS SUPER BOWL XLVI PARADE!

Eli Manning celebrates at the Super Bowl XLVI – New York Giants Victory Parade in Ermenegildo Zegna. The Giant’s quarterback and years MVP has been a long time supporter of the brand. Eli Manning wears a grey Elements jacket, patterned dress shirt, brown trousers, and grey suede belt by Ermenegildo Zegna. The best words used to describe this look: utterly handsome! Men, take note.

About Zegna: Ermenegildo Zegna is the world leader in luxury men’s clothing. The company was founded in 1910 in Trivero, in the Italian Biella Alps, by the young entrepreneur Ermenegildo, whose vision was to ethically create the world’s finest textiles through innovation, sourcing the noblest fibres directly from their markets of origin. Managed today by the fourth generation of the Zegna family, the company is led by CEO Ermenegildo Zegna, grandson of the Founder. Since the end of the 90s the company has accomplished a comprehensive strategy of verticalization, creating a Global Luxury Brand which now ranges from fabric to clothing to accessories – and focused on retailing, pioneering early entry in emerging luxury markets. In 2010, Zegna celebrated 100 years of excellence.

Worldwide there are over 560 Ermenegildo Zegna points of sale in 80 countries, of which over 330 are direct operating stores. www.zegna.com.

Hi, everyone! It’s many a fashionista’s dream to be able to catch the exciting fashion, stunning celebrities and all that encompasses Mercedes-Benz New York Fashion Week. Leave it to the powers that be over at Maybelline New York along with Youtube to create a social media event like no-other! The makers of our all time favorite Mascara- Maybelline will share the magic of New York Fashion Week with everyone! Details above — as well as attending some great fashion shows, I will certainly see you online! Hashtag: #LIVERUNWAY!