New York Fashion Week - Spring 2011

As New York Fashion Week (NYFW) comes to an end the trends began to stand out. My favorite trend is the 1970's glam seen at Marc Jacobs and Diane Von Furstenberg. Think Diana Ross in Mahogany! As always, vintage design is the muse of modern fashion! Enjoy more of the shows from NYFW at www.nymag.com/fashion/fashionshows.com.

Muse-Diana Ross in Mahogany, 1975

Marc Jacobs Spring 2011

Diane Von Furstenburg Spring 2011

Muse Moment

This Muse Moment is inspired by Fashion's Night Out (FNO)!

The fabric in this 1950's sundress is incredibly similar to this fab Dries Van Noten dress featured in the FNO runway show at Lincoln Center! The Dries Van Noten dress was featured in the Fifties Flair category! I love the gold brooch it adds an elegant finishing touch.

On left: Vintage 1950's Sundress by timelesspiecesvintage. Gold Leaf Brooch, $10. Available at http://www.timelesspieces.etsy.com/ On right: Dries Van Noten teal and black dress, $1822. Available at Bergdorf Goodman, NY and House of Lavande gold brooch, $850; http://www.houseoflavande.com/

The Millionairess

I just watched The Millionairess starring Sophia Loren and Peter Sellers. The movie was filmed in 1960 and it is based on the play by George Bernard Shaw. The story line was good but the wardrobe was extraordinary. All dresses were made by Pierre Balmain. Need I say more. My favorite was the grey leather shirt dress with matching hobo and fedora. Rent the movie and let me know what your favorite Balmain moment!

Muse Moment

This Muse Moment is inspired by Phillip Treacy and his wonderful hats that were featured Thursday night on Project Runway.

On left: Vintage E. Adams hat with feathers, $50 at www.timelesspieces.etsy.com.
On right: Phillip Treacy on Chanel Iman http://www.philliptreacy.co.uk/.

Men's Fall Preview

I love Prada. I love green and I love camouflage. Thus I love all of these hot accessories! Available at neimanmarcus.com. Wallet $355; Driving Shoe $420 and Belt, $470.

Muse Moments

Today we introduce "Muse Moments," posts that show the vintage influence on modern fashion trends. Stay tuned for more "Muse Moments" from:

Timeless Pieces Vintage Clothing

The Muse of Modern Fashion

On left : Vintage Chain Necklace with Tassel available at timelesspieces.etsy.com, $15
On right : F/W 2010 Eddie Borgo Cone Tassel Pendant available at eddieborgo.com, $225

Fashion's Night Out 2010

The countdown is on for the second annual Fashion's Night Out (FNO). This global shopping extravaganza is September 10, 2010 from 6-11pm in NYC and other cities around the world. During the event participating retailers stay open late for shoppers and celebrities to come out and support the fashion and retail industries. A percentage of the sales from the official FNO T-shirt will be donated to the NYC AIDS Fund. Visit http://www.fashionsnightout.com for more information.
On Tuesday, September 14, at 10pm EST CBS will broadcast an hour long special on the making of Fashion's Night Out. Cameras will follow celebrities, designers, editors and retailers as they prepare for FNO. Viewers will see behind the scenes during the months of intense planning and tracking the night itself as it unfolds across the globe! Tune in, you won't want to miss it! Items from the official FNO collection shown above.