Jeff Koons for Louis Vuitton

For its "Masters" Collection, Louis Vuitton has collaborated with artist extraordinaire Jeff Koons to produce handbags and wallets featuring the works of the world's most revered master artists, including those by Leonardo Da Vinci, Vincent Van Gogh, Titian, Peter Paul Rubens, and Jean-Honoré Fragonard! This collection aims to personalize high art, removing the perceived "distance" between master artist's works and the veiwers of that art. Jeff Koons explains that the pieces in this collection "... [T]ouch on the metaphysical: the right here right now and its connection to the past and the future. They’re about shine, the basics of philosophy, passion, what it means to be a human, what it means to be an animal, the idea of transcendence.”

The bags and wallets were created by "painting" the famous works of art onto the classic LV canvas. The infamous LV monogram is superimposed onto the bag in SHINY gold or silver pieces, along with the name of the Master Artist prominently displayed across the front of the bag. Of course, the bag is "signed" by Mr. Koons, making it a true Jeff Koon piece.  To complete the bags, they are trimmed in leather in fun pop colors. The interior design of the bags features a biographical description of the cooresponding Master Artist, a description of Jeff Koons, and an explanation of the work of art depicted on the bag. There are 51 pieces in total including bags, wallets, keychains, and scarves.

This line has been creating a firestorm on social media and blogs. There are many detractors calling this line tacky and ugly. Well, after seeing these bags in person, nothing could be further from the truth! These bags are absolutely gorgeous and made with the utmost attention to detail. These bags are all Made in France, an important attribute for LV collectors! The chosen color palettes of complimentary leather and accompanying gold or silver hardware are sublime.

My sister and I checked out the collection at the Newport Beach Louis Vuitton store inside Neiman Marcus. The SA Allison was very helpful. Enjoy these great pictures from our trip!

Maleficent Style from Hot Topic and Heidi Daus

Sleeping Beauty was my favorite Disney cartoon as a young girl. http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0053285/quotes  Now, Disney is opening the movie Maleficent!! http://movies.disney.com/maleficent  Starring the one and only Angelina Jolie, this film tells the untold story of Disney's most iconic villain, and how her heart was turned to stone.  I can not wait to see this movie.  In the interim...get yourself to HOT TOPIC.  It is a blast from the past walking into that store.  That's where you went when you were ditching high school...HOT TOPIC :) http://www.hottopic.com/hottopic/Homepage.jsp  Me encanta the fun and fashionable line of Disney Official clothing available.  There are exclusive pieces featuring your favorite Sleeping Beauty characters: Briar Rose, Prince Philip, the Three Faeries, and Diablo (Maleficent's pet raven).  http://www.hottopic.com/hottopic/PopCulture/Movies/Disney.jsp  There is also an exclusive "fashion" line based on the Maleficent movie: http://www.hottopic.com/hottopic/PopCulture/Movies/Maleficent.jsp

The tops can easily be worn under a suit on casual day...or any time of the week in my opinion!

The fun does not stop at Hot Topic.  HSN is also doing a tribute to the film. http://www.hsn.com/content/Maleficent/156  Several amazing designers, including Naeem Khan snd Heidi Daus, have designed unique collections based on the Maleficent film!  I have my eye on the Diablo pin from Heidi Daus! It would look fierce on the jacket of my business suit.

Heidi Daus "Ravishing Raven" Pin

Maleficent and Diablo Tee

Love's First Kiss Tee, Maleficent Tote, Ted Baker Anna Jeans, Payless Shoes, Heidi Daus Jewelry 

Briar Rose Sequin Tank, Juicy Couture Sweater, Fendi Sunglasses, Brighton Jewelry 

Love's First Kiss tee, Maleficent and Diablo Tote, Ted Baker Anna Jeans, Payless Shoes, Heidi Daus Jewelry

Maleficent: Oh come now Prince Phillip. Why so melancholy? A wondrous future lies before you - you, the destined hero of a charming fairy tale come true. Behold - King Stefan's castle. And in yonder topmost tower, dreaming of her true love, the Princess Aurora. But see the gracious whim of fate - why, 'tis the self-same peasant maid, who won the heart of our noble prince but yesterday. She is indeed, most wondrous fair. Gold of sunshine in her hair, lips that shame the red red rose. In ageless sleep, she finds repose. The years roll by, but a hundred years to a steadfast heart, are but a day. And now, the gates of a dungeon part, and our prince is free to go his way. Off he rides, on his noble steed, a valiant figure, straight and tall! To wake his love, with love's first kiss. And prove that "true love" conquers all!

[she laughs] (From Disney's "Sleeping Beauty" (1959)). 

Remember, visions are seldom all they seem.....

Office Style with Lori Goldstein

Soft, flattering colors and flowing comfortable layering pieces create a contemporary take on office style.  Lori Goldstein, fashion editor at Elle Magazine and stylist to the stars, is the designer of the fashion line LOGO by Lori Goldstein. http://www.lorigoldstein.com/
LOGO, available on QVC, has an array of mix and match pieces that are perfect for the lady lawyer lifestyle.  http://www.qvc.com/CatalogSearch?langId=-1&storeId=10251&catalogId=10151&keyword=lori+goldstein

Lori's clothes are much like the popular American ceramic dinnerware Fiestaware https://www.fiestafactorydirect.com/ You can mix almost any piece in an color with another, and all the colors and styles work together.

LOGO top and vest, Ralph Lauren vintage belt, shoes by Madewell

Twin Set Madness!!

Get back to this retro basic: the twin set!!

It is cute and professional.  There is something about it that looks sweet and feminine, but not too girly for the office.  Everybody is wearing them again! Maybe it is the Mad Men influence, or maybe true classics just never go out of style.  There is a lot of versatility with the twin set look.  For example, you can always wear the cardigan separately over a dress.   The shell can also look great under your business suit.  There are endless ways to mix up your twin sets as well! They also look ultra glam on the golf course when you are hobnobbing with the boss or potential clients!! Twin sets can even look great paired with a long taffeta skirt for a black tie event.  There is something young and fresh about that look.  It gives off a preppy nonchalant vibe that is always intriguing...for realz...Go get some ;) 

Twin Set Queen Grace Kelly

Fun Cheetah print Twin Set from Land's End

Classic Twin Set for the office from Land's End

Vintage is Back! Classic feminine style that is
always appropriate. 

Stylist Lori Goldstein for QVC

Lori Goldstein needs no introduction in the fashion world.  She is the ultimate stylist and the ELLE Magazine fashion editor! Lori has a dream job, working with photographers Annie Leibovitz of Vanity Fair, Steven Meisel at Vogue Italia, celebrities and fashion icons.   Lori has also styled top campaigns for Donnatella Versace, Vera Wang, H &M, Gap, and BCBG.  Her eclectic style reflects the spontaneous, the unexpected, and the mystery of high-end couture.  Recently, Lori Goldstein has launched her own fashion line called LOGO for the QVC shopper.  The LOGO pieces are designed for everyday living.  They are a series of layering pieces that are chic and flattering.  Everything mixes and matches so that you can not go wrong.  Additionally, the clothes are so comfortable, that you feel like you are wearing pajamas even while exuding an effortless "cool girl" chic.  Her style is feminine, but not frou-frou or over-the-top.   Her LOGO pieces are really perfect for the office due to their comfort and versatility.  Check her out on QVC!

Flattering and forgiving shapes from LOGO

Super Comfy office Wear by LOGO

Tweed Jacket for women who mean business by LOGO

Amazing Couture piece for LOGO

QVC host Lisa Robertson and Lori Goldstein on the Red Carpet

Lori Goldstein on QVC