PhreeStyle Watch: Solange Knowles

No denying the swagger that encompasses Solange's effortless style, and remember those Alexander Wang upgraded loafers we blogged about? Well check her shoe game and see why we told you so - thank us later!

OY VEY: Missoni For Target | Fall 2011

Remember 1st Day of School When Your Mom Thought Matching From Head To Toe Was In? We Can't...

Can You Say SOLD OUT! WE LIKEY!

Really?

Missoni drops it's low-hi highly anticipated line for Target domestically on September 13, 2011 (domestically translation, 'everybody else'). Lucky for us NY'ers, eh-em, on Fashions Night Out, September 8, 2011, we can take advantage of an early sneak peak with a Pop Up Shop at 1095 Sixth Avenue, the Bryant Park location. The first 20 Missonistas to spend over $100 will get to pose for family-style Facebook portraits with Angela Missoni and Margherita Maccapani Missoni.

Oh for joy, for joy!

So what do you guys think? Haute or Meh......

Upgrade Alert: Starring Alexander Wang Loafers!

Introducing the Anais loafer by Alexander Wang. A super-sophisticated, sleek look to a classic styled mostly known as the 'loafer'. What you need for Fall 2011 for sure! Yep, we're feeling them.

Price: $650 USD

Where to find: http://www.neimanmarcus.com/store/catalog/prod.jhtml?itemId=prod134350010&parentId=

Summer Fun Nail Candy: Ginger & Liz's Swagger

Can't get enough...of that funky stuff! And we do mean bad meaning so good! Feast your nail-candy eyes on the lustrous color of Swagger, nail lacquer by the one and only Ginger + Liz Collection. Two, smart and savvy soul sisters that YOU should know about. A warm color, for a breezy summer day. We don't much believe in seasonal nail polish, it's all about how you feel. This one makes us wanna blow our hair out, slip into our best maxi dress, grab our Burch flip-flops and go do something fun.

Love it?

Find it here: http://www.gingerandliz.com/

Karl Lagerfeld for Macy's: Contemporary Chronicles

NYC: The dark shaded one (that's Mr. Lagerfeld for anyone who pondered the thought) will make a personal appearance at Macy's Herald Square in Manhattan for the anticipated launch of his contemporary collection. H&M, eat your heart out - tsk, tsk. The collection will showcase 45 pieces, all of which will carry the designer’s signature blend of sophistication with a rocker edge priced on average from $50 to $170. Think a tailored tuxedo dress collectible t-shirts, jackets mixed with crocodile print, and chic leggings among others. Will you be watching or waiting - we have mixed emotions about this one...stay tuned, we may sneak over and bring you live coverage.

Although we're keeping mum, we will say smart business move on the part of both companies. Collaborations, especially with better designers seem to be working well for department stores.

Trend Alert: High Waisted Flare Jeans

Look no further than your mother's pile of 'what was I thinking' or where the 70's Charlie's Angels television wardrobe is stored. The high-waisted bell bottoms are 'sneaking' and making a come-back. Not sure if these will work with the junk in my trunk, but they do scream, "I Am Sexy and I Don't Care" and for that rebelness we give them 2 thumbs up. Power to the denims~
Photo courtesy of: Derek Lam, Spring 2011

Versace Making A Splash: Spring 2011 Preview

Supreme modernism is making a splash with Versace's Spring 2011 offerings. Not sure what to make of the 'working girl' shoes, but the RTW hits the mark! We told you to look for mints and tangerines - um, um good.