Diary of a Style Addict: fashion is expensive and addictive like cocaine

Lucky Brand and Parsons New School for Design Collaboration Event

Last week I was invited to the Lucky Brand Jeans and Parsons School of Designs handbag launch.The celebration was held at the Lucky Flagship store in Manhattan and was complete with shopping, chocolate cupcakes and wine.What more could a girl ask for?

(New York, NY) - November 30^th, 2009 –Lucky Brand Jeans announces the winners of its design competition, a partnership with the School of Fashion at Parsons The New School For Design promoting creativity through handbag design. Maine native and current student at Parsons, Jordan Weymouth Richards and Ethiopian- born, Benyam Assefa were chosen because of their expertise in design and their impeccable craftsmanship. Their bags were designed with the utmost creative spirit while keeping in mind the true aesthetic of the brand. The handbags will debut at retail for fall 2009 in Lucky Brand Jeans stores, major department stores and specialty retailers nationwide.

Jordan Weymouth Richards and her winning design. I'm loving her cute polka dot dress and her handbag brings a punch of color to fall's muted palette. Jordan’s handbag was inspired by the naturally occurring patterns, organic and flowing in the deep dark jungles along the banks of Africa’s Congo River. Keep your eyes open for her on the fashion scene as she hopes to start her own clothing line that will have a philanthropic twist.

Benyam Assefa won the judges over with his angled twist to the classic black handbag. His design was inspired by the multi-functional use for the bag. The idea was to create a strong identity merging the image of the 4-leaf clover onto the body of the bag while still making the bag functional and keeping with the Lucky slouchy aesthetic. He would also love to launch his own creative lifestyle brand with a focus on footwear and accessories. With how well put together he was (I was admiring his suit all night) I can just imagine how sleek and fab his accessories and footwear will be.

My look for the night...Express snakeskin leggings with simple black wrap top.

Mmmmm cupcakes... They had some kind of chocolate syrup in the middle that was heaven. And the buttercream icing is beyond words!!

I went with my friend Mina and before you knew it we were shoe shopping!

Her faves. Even though Im a strictly heels girl they kinda grew on me

 

Now these were my faves. Open toe, cognac color, leather straps..need I say more?? I didn't know Lucky made so many fabulous boots!

 

While Mina tries on shoes I'm taking random shots!

My Favorite AMA Performances

If I was your girl, oh the things I'd do to you....I'd make you call out my name, I'd ask who it belonged toooooo. If I was your wo-man the things I'd do to you. But I'm not. So I can't. And I won't.

I'm a big Janet stan. And the song above is one of my absolute favorites (and a motto I live by). She rocked it last night on the AMA's. Although Ms. Jackson If You Nasty doesn't have the same stamina she used to have, it's good to see her performing. You can't go wrong with a Janet medley.

Lady Gaga..I have no words besides AWESOME! I went from Who is this Freaky lady when she first came on the scene, to being a a die hard Gaga fan (or Monster as she lovingly calls her fans). She came out in a blinking skeletal costume and busted glass to get to her flaming piano. She's coming to Atlantic City on January 16th and the tickets are sold out already! I was able to find some online and can't believe I'm really considering paying $200 to see someone perform. But....I believe it will be $200 well spent.

As far as Rihanna I'm just glad she didn't sing that depressing ass Russian Roulette. Her performance was ok, but to be honest I'm more interested in her outfit and arm candy more than anything.

Whitney's back...spirit fingers and all.The lighting was etheral and she looked fab. Knowing her history the song almost brought tears to my eyes.

And on a side note what do ya'll think about Taylor Swift beating out Carrie Underwood...Lady Gaga....and Michael Jackson!! I had to pause for a moment too. I want a recount...and she better send Kanya a Christmas gift this year cause until recently no one knew who she was.

A DIY Project is in order...peep La La's boots

Forget the outfit! I was all up in La La's boots when the photos from the Instyle Summer Soiree went up. I'm gonna order some swarovski crystals and get on my grind cause I have a lot of projects in queue.

 

Summer 09 Fashion for Charity Event June 24th

I was unable to attend the last event but will try my hardest to make it this go around. And its for a very good cause. Aysha Saeed will be presentig at the Summer '09 Fashion for Charity fundraiser featuring models from hit reality showTop Model for Bpeace, an organization helping women entrepreneurs in post-conflict countries. 

At Fashion for Charity, guests will enjoy an evening of cocktails followed by, Aysha Saeed's Summer 2009 collection runway show with America's Next Top Model stars strutting down the catwalk. Throughout the evening, guests will have a chance to purchase various products and services donated by local vendors for the Bpeace Beauty Bar. In addition your $25 entry fee will be redeemable towards the purchase of Aysha Saeed pieces.

Who: Aysha Saeed and Bpeace

Where: Nikki Beach Manhattan 151 E 50th Street
When: Wednesday, June 24, 2009
Ticket information:After party ticket $25 per person

http://ayshasaeedjune24.eventbrite.com

Bringing Sexy Back to Wall Street Block Party June 2nd

If you're in the NYC area you can't miss this fabulous event. Unfortunately I'll be in Philadelphia tommorrow (attending 3 much needed job interviews *fingers crossed*) so I'm depending on you ladies to tell me all about it.

If you haven't heard of Aysha Saeed yet, this would be a great way to introduce to you the collection. There will be a curbside fashion show, free makeovers by DuWop Cosmetics, free fitness consultation by NovaFit NYC, and free giveaways. On top of that, you will be able to shop Aysha Saeed's Spring and Summer Collection at 60% off retail. And you all know I'm all for a good sale. It looks like they have some really good drink specials too!