New, Hot Fashion/Interiors Apps

I have become addicted to my iPad (I have the iPad2 and haven't found enough reasons to justify an upgrade yet).

What I love is the ability to easily zoom. I also love the idea that I can keep all of my digital purchases ... I could always get a digital upgrade if I ever ran out space.

I'm very happy that the selection of apps for fashion/interiors magazines and books is continuously growing in numbers as well as in the interactive features included.   Here are my latest favs...


Yes, Vogue has now released the app.  It loads into iPad's Newstand. Although I am a print subscriber I love getting the latest issue ASAP via the app. You can subscribe to the digital version only or, if you already have a print subscription, get free digital access. Vogue will also give you the option to download any magazine updates.







This app is from the publishing house TeNeus, the same publishers of the eBook app Living in Style Paris. This app features the rooms from the world's top hotels. Classic elegance, modern coolness, outdoors brought inside, zen retreats, island escapes ... you'll see it all here.  I've already selected a major list of favorites and I still have a good deal more to see.







I am a die-hard fan of FTV. I was very excited to discover that Dish Network brought the channel back, under it's international basic programming ... Although you can always follow via YouTube or the internet, I preferred the channel. I am kinda loving the format of this app ... You can log in, pick which type of videos you want to watch and more. Oh yeah, the iPad app is in HD.





i-mad is the iPad version of Le Figaro's magazine Madame Figaro. It has nice interactive features, great styles and very informative content ... Per i-mad, many celebrities are paid to sit on the front row at designer shows. It totally makes sense, however I never even thought about it. It must be great to be a celebrity, if, that is, you can get over losing your privacy.






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Investing in Quality


Gone are the days when I shopped the trends and the “for now” deals. As a real grown up, I want to invest in items that bring true value and joy. I prefer to enrich my lifestyle and celebrate my love of art.

Now, I must admit that I, like many, have financial limitations.  However those limitations will never curb my appreciation of well-crafted works of art. I do love the beautifully-made, unique pieces that I tend to just stumble upon. It’s a weakness that I can’t cure. Frankly I don’t want to cure it.

Well 1stdibs.com took my penchant for the unusual to a new level. Be warned, this site will make the covet factor go extremely high … like off the charts.

Chado Ralph Rucci Alligator & Animal Print Silk Dress 

Shop their selection of  exquisite gems worldwide or explore the local finds near you. Their weekly Introspective magazine provides updates on special showings at galleries and museums. You can also attend 1stdibs@NYCD's Shopping Saturdays, hosted in the New York Design Center every Saturday from 10am-5pm.

Check out the selection below of just a few of my favorite items and you’ll understand why.

French Gold Abstract Ring

“Frost” sculpture by artist Luka Fineisen

The Elizabeth Taylor Diamond "Lachrymosa" Mask for amfAR 1993 

Industrial Table by Illana Goor

“Nature Painting” by artist Keith Tyson

Laddie John Dill Coffee Table

My selections are a tiny portion of the vast finds the site features. Visit 1stdibs.com. You won't regret it.




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An Invite to Watch the Chloe Show Live

I just received this invite from Chloe and wanted to share...

Just click on the invite to watch the show

Winter 2012/2013 Runway : Live on Monday
We invite you to watch the live broadcast of the runway from the Jardin des Tuileries in Paris, 
on March 5 at 4 pm Paris time.

New York: 10am - London: 3pm - Dubai: 7pm - Shanghai: 11pm - Tokyo: Midnight




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A Different Look at Making A Couture Gown

This video captured my attention. It provides a unique spin on the processes involved in making a couture gown by couture designer Fyodor Golan. It was produced by DHL UK.


"Couture designer label FYODOR GOLAN's exclusive infographic on the international elements of their most famous dress. Created in partnership with international trade experts DHL Express, this infographic demonstrates just what it takes to produce a successful international couture fashion design."

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Access to Live Streams from Paris Fashion Week

Paris is decidedly the city that hosts the most exclusive fashion shows. The first show today was from one of my Parisian favorites; the creative, funky designer Fátima Lopes.

Getting access to even the live streams is no easy task. Luckily for us, here are a couple of resources where you can see what's happening...
Fátima Lopes Show - Photo courtesy of NowFashion.com
  • Style.com, of course!
  • NowFashion, a site who has collaborated with Showstudio, Vogue.de, Grazia.it, and, most recently, Modem to share real time photos of the runway looks. Although it's not quite the same as a live stream, you do get the benefit of being able to zoom.
  • Paris Fashion Week Live, the Paris-based leg of a multi-site network hosting access links to the fashion weeks ... I love that they're trying to become a one-stop shop for all of the weeks.
Enjoy!





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Updated: Access to Live Stream from Milan Fashion Week

It's Milan Fashion Week!

Check out all of the wonderful styles LIVE. Here is the live stream for Milan Fashion Week from the Camera Nazionale della Moda Italian. Just sit back and enjoy the ride.

Click here to watch the Live Stream.

Update: Below are additional access links (in the event that the shows listed below are not included in the stream.

Reminder: Milan times are shown below. That's six hours ahead of EST.

22 February
Gucci - 2pm
Alberta Ferretti - 5pm - Note: I updated this link as the original one provided in the invite was to the online store.

23 February
Prada - 6pm

24 February
Moschino - 9am
Blumarine - 4:30pm
Versace - 7:30pm

25 February
Emporio Armani - 11:30am
Jil Sander - 2:15pm
Emillio Pucci - 7pm


26 February
Dolce & Gabbana - 2pm

27 February
Dsquared2 - 9:30am
Giorgio Armani - 11:30am

Check back often for additional links.


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Impressive Looks from London Fashion Week

I find it's always a little dangerous watching fashion weeks. My fashion-addicted tendencies promise I will create a mental shopping list that will be in direct conflict with my budgetary goals.

London Fashion Week was no exception. There were many great collections ... And as usual, I instantly visualized how I could easily incorporate quite a few pieces into my wardrobe.

Below are the pictures of the standout looks ... These designers brought their "A-Game" to the catwalk.

Burberry













McQ Alexander McQueen













Marios Schwab









Peter Pillotto









Corrie Nielsen









Bora Asku









Jasper Conran









Aquascutum








Vivienne Westwood Red Label









Emilio de la Morena









David Koma










Mary Katrantzou









Giles














Photos courtesy of London Fashion Week



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