Jessica Alba Lookin' Fab in Paris

Jessica Alba is looking gorgeous in Paris.

Yesterday, she wore a floral Christian Dior dress for Dior's haute couture show.

 

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Today, she stuns in heavenly white for the Chanel haute couture show.

    

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Balenciaga: Arena Giant Evelope

I hope you all had a happy Fourth!

My parents were in town and we had a great tour de vino up in Napa. And, I got to use my first Groupon purchase... though since my mom joined the "extended family club" of the vineyard, the tastings would have been free. But, hey, it's $15 for a four person tasting - I had to try.  Otherwise, a great Groupon experience overall. 

With that said, Barneys sent an announcement for the new Balenciaga colors for fall.  The colors are Seigle (deep cowboy shade of beige), Castagna (deep wine brown) and Bois de Rose (peachy nude), which you already know is my favorite color for fall.  But, they're all winners in my book.  

What I'm fanatic about are the new rose gold studs.  I've always adored the boldness of the large hardware, but was hesitant about how the flashy gold and silver would translate into daily wear.  Naturally, I'm smitten by these perfectly balanced vintage warm toned studs!

P.S. There is a slight difference in the hues between Barneys email and site. I've seen this shade in person and it's closer to the latter (lighter).

Are you loving the Arena Large Evelope?

Louis Vuitton: Cosmic Blossom

Louis Vuitton launched a new collection with Takashi Murakami called Cosmic Blossom, a "Colorful Collaboration" that comes in four colors - perfect pink, bright blue, pop purple and multico yellow.

Although I'm a fan of bright hues and Murakami's artistry, I'm not a fan of the collection.  I love LV's continued foray into keeping the brand young, but these collections seem like a force fit. On one end of the spectrum, LV signals stodgy old world luxury; on the other end, it wants to expand its market appeal and cater to the newer generation.

The teenybopper style and the four-digit price tag seem like a miss.  Maybe a spin-off brand would be more appropriate. 

Are you a fan of Cosmic Blossom?

Net-a-Porter Final Sale

Net-a-Porter is having their final reductions for their Sale.  It might be worth checking out in case you've been looking to get a high-ticket item for less... much less.

Hot shoes for the summer

from night-to-day

For walking to and around the office: pair your collar shirts and pencil skirts with these Chloe daisy flats.  For high-power drinks after work and a little flirting, switch into Jimmy Choo's zebra print stilettos with a dash of purple and sparkle to channel your inner bad girl... with a little edge.

 

Left:  Chloé Capretto leather ballerina flats / Was $495   Now $247.50

Right:  Jimmy Choo Nicci suede and leather pumps / Was $895   Now $447.50

Punch up your de facto summer outfit (tank top and shorts? check, check) with these mile-high platforms.  Old navy tanks and Target shorts never looked so good.

Left: Michael Kors Python and leather sandals / Was $995   Now $298.50

Right: Proenza Schouler Stitched leather sandals / Was $805   Now $563.50

Indoors or out, black sandals are always a must.  Check out in-the-sun fun sandals from Stella McCartney and vintage ladylike sandals from Mac Jacobs.  Both now for under $200.

 

Left:  Stella McCartney Faux leather and raffia sandals / Was $495   Now $198

Right: Marc by Marc Jacobs Ankle strap leather sandals / Was $370   Now $148




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I heart Old Spice man

He's back!!!

The original (in case you  missed it):

Have your man smell like the man he could smell like:

Napa Wine Tasting

I'm so excited.

My parents are visiting for the Fourth and I've already planned out (via Duffel) a long weekend of good eats, fresh seafood, and of course, wine tasting in Napa (um, ok, maybe all three activities fall under "consumption").

I heart Napa.  The scene is simply unbeatable and with all the Michelin star restaurants lining streets of Yountville, the experience is really a delight for all senses.  To compound my delight, this morning, Groupon offered a deal on wine tasting at the Honig Vineyard.  The deal is for wine tasting for four for $15 (traditionally, wine tasting runs from $10-$20 a person in Napa).  I am so excited about this deal, which includes five tastings for four (perfect!) at the beautiful five-star Honig Vineyard tasting room.   An yes, there's a table for you to sit down as opposed to stand elbow to elbow with everyone else.

I can't wait for Friday!

If you're interested, the deal is on Groupon for the next 1 day and counting...