Hello my stylish friends!
As the season winds down I begin the shift into one of my favorite times of the year… summer. You all know I am a bohemian at heart and I love cottons and cool, airy linens. Translating some my favorites into today’s wearable summer items include fun, easy cotton shirts and blouses, lightweight denim, a pair of ballet flats and layers of colorful jewelry… lost of jewelry! My new favorite just arrived! M.C.L. Designs. Since it’s debut the fashion world has fallen head over heels for Matthew’s enamel and sapphire encrusted designs.

New arrivals to transition from Summer into Fall include:

The Lanvin leopard print, taffeta trench is one of my favorites. Looking chic and warding off the summer rain over jeans or dresses. Bloch ballet flats in kid leather with subtle shimmer in gold, storm or silver.

Wear Now!

Definitely wear now colors, fabrics and shapes crafted beautifully into tailored luxe sportswear and dresses include Michael Kors bubblegum pink, a luscious shade of French vanilla called bare, and his black and bare lace patterns. A simple dress with a flirty bag says summer.

Fashion Fine Jewelry Redefined

Last week I returned from the Couture Jewelry Show in Las Vegas. As many of you know I have focused much more on what I like to call “Fashion Fine Jewelry.” What makes this jewelry so amazing is the ability to wear it all the time. More now than ever it is important to add these pieces to update your clothes so they continue to work from one season to the next. A few pieces that keep me up at night are…

Irene Neuwirth’s rainbow moonstone necklace is something that I personally like to layer with all the jewelry I have bought over the years or wear it by itself. Irene calls it the modern day strand of pears and I can’t agree more.

This bangle from Lucifer Vir Honestus is truly a gift from the gods… the jewelry gods that is! Luna and Paolo’s feminine and organic one-of-a-kind rose gold jewelry speaks to my heart.

Yossi Harari large diamond hoops… these are the essential all day earrings that transition perfectly into evening.

Every year we add to our list of designers. Currently we’ve got our eye on a few amazing up-and-comers, and one that I love is Faraone Mennella. Their collection is modern but not minimal, which speaks to me of timelessness and originality. Don’t miss this design duo when they visit us in November!

Don’t forget…
The most important style of each season is individual style!

Love,
Marissa

Michael Kors Spring Runway 2009 Collection

Triple A…Architectural, Athletic & American…Streamlined Charm…Sculptural Silhouettes…Bold Stripes, Dots, Checks & Plaids…Graphic Color…Sun, Crimson & Royal Juxtaposed With Black, Navy & Strokes Of White…Glossy Accessories Add Sleek Polish To The Look…The Glamor Of Portofino And The Sporty Surf Chic Of Malibu

Michael Kors Resort 2009 Collection

Bohemian Rhapsody… Streamlined Extravagance… The Elegance Of Babe Paley Juxtaposed With The Earthy Opulence Of Tony Duquette… Intense Tones Of Lapis, Malachite, And Turquoise… Sunny Shades Of Coral And Magenta… Glossy Black And Gold… Warm Tints Of Tan And Khaki… Crisp Shantungs, Brocades, Faille And Poplins For A Neater Silhouette… Uptown Tie Dye… A Contradiction In Chic.

Beth Blake and Melissa Akey, are known for creating stylish looks for bridesmaids with their collection called Thread, but with the debut of Thread Social, their ready to wear line, it’s a guarantee that you’ll steal the spotlight at any event. Designed with civilian cocktail frocks in mind, Thread Social is geared towards the women on the go, who needs a look that will take her from day to night, no matter what the occasion.

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Oscar de la Renta Resort 2009 collection blends eggshell, ochre and cocoa in wearable yet elegant separates. In cottons and an array of silk fabrications these separates create multiple playful options. For women looking for a nod towards traditional with a current flair…the Caribbean influence of yellows, corals, blues, and bright emerald take classic shapes to center stage. Last but not least, the always chic neutrals thread their way through this exciting collection and transition it well into spring!

In anticipation of our new Oscar de la Renta boutique opening next week we couldn’t wait to give you a sneak preview of the Oscar de la Renta Resort 2009 collection.

Best of all if you are unable to be here for the trunk show Tuesday, October 14th and Wednesday, October 15th in person, we’ve created our first Virtual Trunk Show. You’ll be able to view the collection in the comfort of your home and at your convenience.

To pre-order, please call or email your sales associate your individual requests or just click on the image and shop online. All trunk show orders will deliver by January 31st, 2009.

We can’t wait to see you in our new boutique!

Designers are nothing if not observant. They reference pop culture, the arts and the world around them to form their collections. For fall, designers like Michael Kors got caught up in campaign fever and referenced another election that helped change the United States, the 1960 election of John F. Kennedy. Kors and others created Mad Men-like 60’s shifts with an emphasis on lady-like glamour. Hemlines fall to the knee and pants are an equal option for day or night. Colors rang from traditional fall hues like black, midnight and camel to a more optimistic palette of vibrant purples, greens and yellows.

While clothing veered to the more traditional, accessories and shoes are the new statement piece. Bold gems help take the more conservative clothing options into 2008. Two of our favorite jewelry designers Iradj Moini and Bounkit created earrings, necklaces, bracelets and brooches using opulent gem stones. While the colorations play true to the season, the designs are modern and show stopping. Handbags and shoes are more traditional in shape and color but modern in texture with patent tortoise shell a favorite of Oscar de la Renta, among others. Fall is all about nature, and what comes more naturally to American’s than simple, chic and luxurious sportswear. Whether for day or evening fashion is recalling Camelot with a modern edge. No Pill Box hat necessary. Little black dresses accented with great jewelry, like Bounkit’s fabulous pieces, can effortlessly move a dress from day to eveing.

With London Fashion Week in full swing we felt we should give a shout out to one of the city’s brightest stars, the “enfant terrible” Alexander McQueen. Despite designing for over a decade, and a move to Paris Fashion Week, McQueen still pays homage to his roots. His most recent fall collection was inspired by Queen Victoria and British Colonial India.

McQueen, a graduate of St. Martins Design School, began a career in fashion at 16 when he dropped out of school and began an apprenticeship with Saville Row tailors Anderson and Shephard. A position at Romeo Giglis soon followed. McQueen’s climb to the fashion stratosphere began upon his graduation from St. Martins, and fashion icon’s Isabella Blow’s purchase of his entire graduation collection. An eponymous collection soon followed with a position at Givenchy, which ended in 2001. In 2000, the Gucci Group bought a 51% share in Alexander McQueen, and an expansion of the brand, with a men’s collection, eyewear and fragrance, soon followed.

Despite the fine workmanship of a French Haute Couture atelier and the impeccable finish of Italian manufacturing, McQueen is a true English boy at heart.

Marissa Collections is very proud being named Elle.com Boutique of the Week.

Take a look…it’s awesome!

Highligted vendors included:

Lanvin

Valentino

Manolo Blahnik

The Diane von Furstenburg Wrap Dress

Diane von Furstenberg first arrived in the fashion world in 1972, and by 1976, had sold millions of her signature Wrap dress, coming to symbolize female power and freedom to an entire generation by encouraging women to “feel like a woman, wear a dress.” In 1997, Diane reemerged on the New York fashion scene with the relaunch of the Diane von Furstenberg Wrap Dress. Today, DVF has expanded to a full, comprehensive line of sportswear, dresses, swimwear, accessories, cosmetics, Diane von Furstenberg by H.Stern fine jewelry, luggage, and a partnership with The Rug Company. DVF is sold in the most exclusive retail stores in over 56 countries and, by January 2008, will have opened 22 free-standing Diane von Furstenberg boutiques worldwide. In addition to her role as designer, Diane is the President of the Council of Fashion Designers of America (CFDA), sits on the Board of Directors for IAC and the Housatonic Valley Association (HVA), has partnered with the women’s Global Leadership Network Vital Voices, and played a major role-in association with The Diller-von Furstenberg Family Foundation-in saving the historical Highline in New York City.