Hot Pink

By now it may be fairly obvious, but bland tones and “safe” colors aren’t making the cut. From celebrities to New York City’s socialites, brights are definitely the way to go. With new neon-retro 80’s colors streamlining through everyone’s collections from Diane von Furstenberg to Rachel Pally and Christian Louboutin, designers are creating flashy but fabulous attire to suit the inner pink lover in everyone. Wearing them out at first might be a little tough since we’re all so used to our black-on-black routine…but you can ease in with Essie nail color in Short Shorts or even with Marc by Marc Jacobs clutch..then you can move on to some fabulous Louboutins.

 Essie Nail Polish in “Short Shorts”

 Mulberry Maggie Tote in Spazzalato

Nellie Partow Sophia Dress Theory Mirror Metallic Ballet 

Christian Louboutin D’Orsay Wedge

 Marc by Marc Jacobs Totally Turnlock Zip Clutch

Fun Finds

For most of us, $3000 handbags are dreams..not realities. As a young, fabulous, and broke shopper myself, I’ve found little ways to keep up with ever-changing New York City trends without breaking the bank (too much) especially in this oh-so-questionable market! Here are some great discoveries I’ve made recently. Be sure to check in for new secret swaps as I try to keep us all fashionably up-to-date and with extra cash in our pockets.

Seen here: Lauren Merkin Char Patent Clutch: $220.00 

Forever 21 Textured Patent Clutch: $16.80 

Seen here: Christian Dior Extreme Cut Out Sandal $780.00  

Steve Madden Maddiee $109.00 

On May 9th, in New York City, New York Girl Style hosted the Lipstick Jungle Designer Sale at the Dream hotel. The event lasted from 6 to 9 and was an amazing success. It was a night of Imperia vodka cocktails and shopping the best designer lines, which includes top fashion designers, Walter Baker, Linda Richards, Kara Janx, Robin Jordan, Gender Bias, and more. Leading designer Walter Baker himself made an appearance and Justina McCaffrey, international fashion designer, was there to mingle and shop the inspiring designers.  Fun, flirty, and fabulous guests enjoyed Bed Head styling products to look gorgeous every season!

Vanessa Scheffler, spokesmodel, looked gorgeous in a Walter Baker sequined black dress and she awarded two autographed Lipstick Jungle books to two lucky guests!

Christian Cota’s, a contemporary American designer, jacket was recently featured on CW Television’s hit and trendy show, Gossip Girls.  Blake Lively, or “Serena” wore his taupe cocoon jacket that was featured in the designers premiere Spring 2008 Collection.

Cota is called one of the “Ten Newcomers to Watch” for 2008 by Style.com based on his Spring collection.  His interestingly shaped and coloredpieces are innovative and combine a New York spirit with sophistication.  Be sure to keep an eye out for this hot up-and-coming designer!

The Lake City Screening After Party was held on April 25th, in New York City, at 66 Bank Street.  The party was hosted by Allison Sarofim and was full of celebrity and surprise.  Celebrities like Jane Fonda, Sissy Spacek, and Colin Ford appeared on the red carpet and mingled for most of the night.

New York Girl Style’s own Levin Rambin made a stylish entrance in a jacket and blouse by Jenni Kayne over a LNA tank.  On bottom was a Tibi skirt and mixing luxury with affordability were Steve Madden shoes.   The sparkling necklace was Lulu Frost and the clutch was LAI.  She looked impeccable in the put together ensemble and was dressed perfectly for the evening.

On April 17th, CondeNast held their 8th Annual Hot List Party in New York City. It was a night of excitement and high style with celebrity guests like gorgeous singers Ashlee Simpson ad Natasha Bedingfield, actor Milo Ventimiglia, and America’s Next Top Model winner Jaslene Gonzalez, and Elisabeth Hasselbeck. The red carpet entrances were glamorous and filled with excitement as stars sauntered in.

Katrina Bowden sparkled in a Walter Baker cocktail dress that was perfect for spring because of the bright yellow color. She complimented it perfectly with strappy black pumps and a simple black clutch. Her makeup was simple but dramatic and completed the look effortlessly.

Bergdorf Goodman, in NYC, presented designer Alice & Olivia Spring 2008 Collection. It was a well-planned night of fashion and excitement with top leading fashion names attending. Leven Rambin was only one of the sparkling stars there. Leven Rambin stood out in an Alice & Olivia dress, while also honoring the designer of the night! Her pumps were Giuseppe Zanotti and her clutch was Botkier. Her earrings and bracelet that complimented the simplicity of the dress were Thea Grant, and her rings were Iosslliani.

New York Girl Style celebrates the coming of spring and the amazing style that comes along with it by a night of celebrity styling tips and spotlighted designer, Roberto Cavalli. Some fashion elite were there, like top model, Vanessa Scheffler, the sites celebrity fashion stylist, Derek Warburton, celebrity makeup artist, George Sandev, and celebrity hairstylist, Anthony Campbell. Our styling experts provided the hottest looks for 2008. The magical night took place at Nikki Midtown, in New York City, on March 27th.

Italian designer Roberto Cavalli was featured as a designer spotlight, along with his modern and luxurious clothing line. Inspiration for the spring was in the air with the beautiful pastel colors and gorgeous draping of Roberto Cavalli.

On March 14th, at the W-Hotel on Lexington, in New York City, New York Girl Style held its VIP Designer Sale Passport event! It featured British Airways and their Terminal 5 International Shopping. Shoppers were able to shop and sip cocktails as they watched a preview of the Shopping Terminal on a large video drop screen. New York Girl Style was helping to promote the worldwide connection of New York designers and London designers that are in the Terminal 5 retail stores. The exclusive shopping included high-end designers like Walter Bakers, who sells in Saks Fifth Avenue, Bloomingdales, and Neiman Marcus. Robin Jordan also showed off her merchandise, which is sold in Lord and Taylor and Bloomingdales. The luxury designs of Linda Richards, the gorgeous pieces of Gender Bias, and the vibrant colors and satin dresses of Pamela Ferrari were shopped and sold along with exclusive discounts.

Robin Jordan, designer, and Vanessa Scheffler, model, stand admist the shopping activity. In back the British Airways video of the premier launch of the British Airways Heathrow Terminal 5 luxury designer retailers can be seen.

At the Hearst Tower in NYC on February 19th, 2008, Giorgio Damiani presented his new equisite 2008 Jewelry and Timepiece collection. The jewelry designers event was held by Town & Country Magazine. The luxury jewelry pieces made in Italy were the stars of the evening. The evening was filled with the fashion industry elite who came to applaud Giorgio Damiani on his creative design of luxury and glamour. New York Girl Style fashion reporter, Alyson Campbell, always on the scene to see what creative designers are tossing into the fashion world, was dressed in a gorgeous Walter baker dress.

Damiani was introduced by Editor-in-Chief, Pamela Fiori, for a rare personal appearance. Following his introduction, a piece from the new collection was raffled off, all benefits going to UNICEF. Completing the evening of celebration and high spirits were spectacular views of the Manhattan skyline that could only be seen from the 44th floor of the Tower. The spectacular jewelry and timepieces were the highlight of the night!