Paper Crown Fall 2011

Debuting in early August, Lauren Conrad's latest collection, Paper Crown, possesses an understated elegance that is fresh, forward, and feminine. Youthful and effortless, Paper Crown is "for those who like to play dress up in a grown up world."

To learn more, see more, and to shop for Paper Crown, click here.

Thanks to Shae Savin over at Bollare for sending this lookbook our way!

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M

PROSE IV Spring/Summer 2011 & 'Ye-Ye' Top Giveaway

What I wore: 'Ye-Ye' Top by PROSE IV, Harem Pants by Splendid, L.Erickson Metallic Snake Print Headwrap c/o FranceLuxe & JVP Media, Vintage Necklace by Chanel

What I wore: Stylo Jacket by PROSE IV, Dennler Tee by PROSE IV, Harem Pants by Splendid, SS MossHart Hairchain c/oFleet Jewelry, Bracelets Purchased in Italy

What I wore: Brigitte Jacket by PROSE IV, Piaf Top by PROSE IV, Pants by Rag & Bone, Bracelets Purchased in Italy and at LF Store, Hat Purchased at LF Store

What I wore: Leather Jacket by PROSE IV, PROSE IV Gagnez Top, Harem Pants by Splendid, Bracelets by Auden, Jems&Stuff (Purchased at National Jean Company)

With a real passion rooted in menswear design, designer Cassandra Hobbins applies the sensibility, practicality, and simplicity of menswear to a womenswear line. The outcome? A stellar debut collection for PROSE IV. For Spring/Summer 2011, Hobbins introduces the brand as modern and minimalist with structured, clean lines that call upon architectural influences. Flirty, airy fabrics signify an aura of femininity throughout. Completely multi-functional, each piece not only has the capability to transform for different ways to wear, but can also be worn from day-to-night, work-to-play, and even from wake-to-sleep with each soft, quality fabric used. Versatile, comfortable, and wearable, this is one new brand to watch.

Be amongst the first to own a piece from PROSE IV's very first collection! We've teamed up with designer Ms. Hobbins herself to offer you a chance to win the PROSE IV 'Ye-Ye' Top. Check out the contest rules and regulations to secure yourself a chance to win this vibrantly colored linen sweater with a cut-out at the back in this Memorial Day Holiday Weekend Giveaway!

PROSE IV 'Ye-Ye' Top

To Enter the PROSE IV 'Ye-Ye' Top Giveaway:

1. Leave a comment here on Blogger expressing your absolute love and need for the PROSE IV 'Ye-Ye' Top.

2. Add Belles&Rebelles and PROSE IV on Twitter (Access Belles&Rebelles on Twitter here, Access PROSE IV here) and tweet at us saying "@BELLESnREBELLES I go 'YE-YE' for @PROSEiv

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Leave a comment about how much you want the PROSE IV 'Ye-Ye' Top once you've joined us at our Facebook Fan Page (see/add our Facebook Fan Page here). Make sure you join Prose IV on Facebook as well (see/add PROSE IV's Facebook page

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If you choose to do all of the above, you will be entered in the raffle four times (each action will guarantee you one raffle entry). The winner will be chosen and announced at the conclusion of the Memorial Day Holiday Weekend, on Tuesday May 31, 2011.

(Contest deadline is Monday, May 30, 2011 at midnight USA EST Time. Winner will be chosen, announced and notified on the morning of Tuesday, May 31, 2011.)

This giveaway is limited to those with shipping addresses in the USA and Canada.

Get your comments, tweets, and Facebook "thumb-ups" in ASAP for the chance to win and be the one of the first to own piece from PROSE IV's debut collection! Good luck and have a happy Memorial Day Weekend!

To learn more, see more, and to shop for PROSE IV, click here.

Big thanks to PROSE IV founder/designer Cassandra Hobbins for making this giveaway possible!

xx.

M

Jen Mascali Spring/Summer 2011

Newly launched Italian handbag brand, Jen Mascali, is known for hand stitching, hand crafting, using only the finest, absolutely softest leathers, and fringe. Produced at world renowned factories in Tuscany, the collection proves to be of top quality and each bag is exuberating with a totally earthy, totally hippie-chic vibe.

To learn more, see more, and to shop for Jen Mascali handbags, click here.

Big thanks to Shae over at Bollare for sending this brand our way!

xx.

M

Kings of Cole Photo Shoot: Behind-the-Scenes

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The obsession began this past summer (here) when Kings of Cole launched their first collection. The brand has completely blown up among celebrities and fashion-savvy, comfort-seeking men and women alike. It was more than an honor to be asked to model for their new collection, which features the same beyond soft luxury casual wear in a refreshing new line of colors. Check out this video for a sneak peek at the photo shoot and stay tuned for both the lookbook and product shots!

To learn more, see more, and to shop for Kings of Cole, click here.

Check out M and shop for Kings of Cole on Singer22, here.

To see more coverage of Kings of Cole on Belles & Rebelles, click here.

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M

Threadware Spring 2011 Debut Lookbook

What a concept...threads you can wear. Hense the name, Threadware. Bold graphic prints and flirtatious feminine details make for an artistic new line brought to us by the dynamic, NYC-based sister team of Rachel and Amy Gelender. Debuting in Spring of 2011, this contemporary collection is a compilation of supremely wearable, figure-flattering, day-to-night silhouettes.

To learn more, see more, and to shop for Threadware, click here.

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M

BTS by Vanilla Star Jeans

New York Fashion Week and all of its crazy happenings aren't slated to start for another week, but if you've been keeping up with us on twitter, you will know that last night was already extremely event-filled. I found one event to be particularly interesting. Wet Seal and New York's number one radio station, Z100, hosted a Back-to-School blowout party where they unveiled the new BTS collection by Vanilla Star Jeans. The entire collection was designed by students. Yes, students. And no, not students from FIT or Parsons, but high school students. The autumn/winter line, which featured all of the season's necessities with everything from jeans, to skirts, to jackets, to tees (and much, much more), was completely designed in collaboration with students from the High School of Fashion Industries. Truly impressive.

BTS by Vanilla Star Jeans, Fall/Winter 2010 Collection by Students from the High School of Fashion Industries

To see more, learn more, and to shop Wet Seal, click here.

To see more, learn more, and to shop for Vanilla Star Jeans, click here.

To learn more about the High School of Fashion Industries, click here.

To learn more and listen to Z100, click here.

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M

Micky London

Growing up in London, the dynamite sibling duo of Abba and Kabir "Micky" Manchanda channeled the culture of their European upbringing to bring us this hot new clothing line which is most properly named, Micky London. Now, as New Yorkers, the two have combined the sophistication of the British with the edge of New York City to create a brand and style all their own. The Micky London girl dresses for success, is independent, and loves not only her career, but the excitement of city life and a fun night out among friends and family. Hence the clear ability for each piece to cross from day-to-night, from work-to-a-night-on-the-town! And not only does ML have great day-to-evening versatility, but it also bridges the gap between mother and daughter dressing. The entire collection is completely ageless. I mean really, what girl doesn't have a ball in her own mother's closet? Now moms will be raiding their daughter's closets, too. Overall, Micky London is a collection to share, where age is certainly not an issue. The silhouettes are both classic and flattering. Plus, each piece that embodies a pop of vibrant color fits perfectly into any wardrobe. Serious with a real spark of sexy, Micky London is all about attitude.

Check out some of my favorite looks from the Micky London Fall/Winter 2010 Collection:

And now I bring you a very exclusive sneak peek of the very, very first look at what is in the works for Micky London and their Spring 2011 Collection. I was lucky enough to get my hands on the sketches for the upcoming collection, so stay tuned for what materializes. How exciting is this?!

Thank you to all of the people at the Micky London Showroom for sharing your Look Book and sketches!

To see more, learn more, and to purchase Micky London, click here.

xx.

M

AL&ALICIA

Quality, comfort, and exclusivity. Three things we should alllllwayyyyys look for when choosing clothing. AL&ALICIA is all three and MORE! From Singapore, I fell in looooove with this new label that can be best described as high-end street wear (HELLLLOOOOOOO, if you know me this is the only type of clothing that I actually wear!!!) Not to mention that the designers pulled their inspirations from the edgy streets of NYC and converted men's styles into women's wear (think: boyish, oversized tees blended with classic silhouettes). How...ME!? When WASN'T the last time you saw me in girly leggings paired with one of my boyfriend's XL tee shirts and/or sweatshirts? Hence, my immediate obsession with this line! The collection, which is the label's first and is perfectly entitled 'Street (n), path upon which travel occurs,' is only offered and can only be obtained through exhibitions, private viewings at the design studio (most likely not happening for you as they're in Singapore!), and via AL&ALICIA's online retail store (Hey, I told you this was an exclusive line!). Each product is produced in very limited quantities, so act now if you want to be one of the first (and one of the only) to be wearing AL&ALICIA in the United States!!

Also, my obsession with AL&ALICIA was more than confirmed when they sent me some of the most comfortable clothing I have ever put on my body. It truly is a ready-to-wear line with amazing tailoring, high quality fabrications, and unique detailing! LOVE. LOVE. LOVE IT. MUST. GET. MORE. Check out how we styled their clothing in the photo shoot below!

What I wore: Top by AL&ALICIA, Tights by Unknown (Purchased at Essentials), Boots by Jeffrey Campbell, Headphones by Sony, Biker Gloves by Carolina Amato, Rings by (Left to Right) David Yurman, YSL, Unknown & Unknown (Both purchased at LF Store)

What I wore: Romper by AL&ALICIA, Top by AL&ALICIA, Faux Fur Vest by Luma, Tights by Charsons (Purchased at TightsPlease), Belt by Streets Ahead, Glasses by Unknown (Purchased in a Vintage Shop), Ring by Sarah Davida, Bracelet by Noir, Boots by See by Chloe

Artwork: Prints by Salvador Dali

To purchase and learn more about AL&ALICIA click here

or contact me directly!

xx.

M