Tory Burch Opens Second Europe Based Store

American Designer Tory Burch has opened her second Europe based boutique (the first opened in Rome back in October). She is bringing her American concepts from her first flagship on Elizabeth Street in New York City to the UK. The London flagship store is located at 149 New Bond Street. The entire Tory Burch collection is available at the new store and you can also check out ToryBurch.com.

Kinder Aggugini Collaborates with Macy's

Macy's will begin its Designer collaboration line on February 15th with Kinder Aggugini. Aggugini an Italian designer who has worked with the BEST in Fashion including: Vivienne Westwood, John Galliano and Donatella Versace stated “I design in my head—I have a full visual imagination of the garment I’m about to make. And this collection is pure rock and roll.”. The line will range in price from $38 to $298. I initially told you Lovies about the collaboration back in November (2010) when it was announced that Karl Lagerfeld would also be releasing a line (which will launch later this year). Below are photos Instyle released of Aggugini's line for Macy's.

Trend Alert: Military Combat Boots

A huge trend right now is military/combat boots. This trend is a continuum of the boy crazed styles such as boyfriend blazers and boyfriend jeans. Combat boots are extremely versatile. From blazers, to dark denim, to dresses and leather jackets this trend can have so many looks. Just be sure to accent these boots with a slight feminine touch to avoid being too masculine. Check out a few selections of this latest trend below. Designers vary from Steve Madden to Rag & Bone and prices range from $100-$200. Will you dare to wear this trend Lovies?

Kimora Lee Simmons: Closet Confessions

Everyone knows that my all time favorite woman/mogul of Fashion is Kimora Lee Simmons. BlueFly.com gave us an intimate look into Kimora's satellite closet via Closet Confessions and she is truly grand! Her mini closet speaks volumes to her style.....An hourglass with over 5,000 diamonds! Say What Say Huh? Check out the video below.

Amazing Accessories: Tila March Handbags

While doing a little online shopping I came across Tila March handbags created by contributing editor and Stylist Tamara Taichman. I love her collection and know its a matter of time before I cave into my handbag addiction and splurge. Tila March handbags can be found all across the world in stores like Bergdorf Goodman or online at Shopbop. The prices vary depending on size and shape but here are a few of my faves. To see more styles and colors of handbags as well as her shoe line check out TilaMarch.com. Thoughts Lovies?

Marvelous Misses: Heidi Klum

Heidi Klum looked gorg in a Marchesa feathered mini while walking the carpet of InStyle's Best of British Talent Party. Nice comeback from the Marc Jacobs mishap she wore at the Golden Globes.

Video of the Week: Nicki Minaj

Nicki Minaj - New Music - More Music Videos

The wait is over for all of you Nicki Minaj fans aka "Barbs". She released her brand new video "Moment for Life" featuring Drake off of her Debut Album "Pink Friday". I am not a HUGE Nicki Fan but I have to say Moment For Life is one of my favorite songs. Check out the video and share your thoughts Lovies.

Fashion Fridays with Fatima

Here is last week's Fashion Fridaywith Fatima and Tanch on Jamz 96.3 just in case you missed it. The live audio is below......Be sure to check out the latest in fashion news, trends and must haves every Friday at 1:30 pm (est) on Jamz 96.3 or online at Jamz963.com

Khloe Kardashian Covers YRB

My favorite Kardashian has gone edgy for YRB Magazine and we at P & Co love it. Khloe sat down with Perez Hilton and talked about her relationship with hubby Lamar Odom and how they met along with some of her 2011 goals and the public's misconceptions about her.

Perez:
I don’t think you ever talked about it, but how did you and Lamar meet?

Khloe:
I met him at a club. I hosted a “Welcome to the Lakers” party for Ron Artest, and we met there. I was so not interested in him at the time, and I was really rude to him. He asked me to go to IHOP after the party. I went, gave him my number afterwards, and the rest is history.

Perez:
The Kardashian clan has products up the wazoo. Is there a Kardashian app in the works?

Khloe:
What the hell is an app? I wouldn’t even know what or how many things can go on one.

Perez:
What do you feel is the biggest misconception about you?

Khloe:
Hmmmmm. Good question. I’m not sure, but when people meet me they normally have three things to say… 1. ‘Wow you are so tiny. You aren’t fat! Ok…’ Weird, but thanks, I guess? LOL 2. ‘OMG, you are so sweet!’ 3. ‘You aren’t that tall!’ Everyone that I meet thinks I should be 6’3” or taller. So funny, but I guess compared to Kourt and Kim I look super tall. I’m 5’10” and they are about 5’0” and 5’2,” so I do look tall. I’m really just normal and they are tiny little girls. LOL.

Perez:
What do you have in store for us in 2011?

Khloe:
The year is full of surprises. There’s a new show with Lamar and I and a new unisex fragrance that he and I are both sooooo proud of. That’s just a peek.

Perez:
What was your biggest New Year’s resolution, and have you broken it yet?

Khloe:
To be more proactive in my health. I have been soooo good about it! I want to be ahead of the game and really focus on me from the inside out.

Khloe you look absolutely FAB....Kudos for living outside the box and taking a risk. No risk, No reward....Thougts Lovies?

Photos from YRB

Did You Know: Fashion Fact

Hello Lovies.....I wanted to start a monthly post of little known fashion facts called "Did You Know". I come across fashion info all the time so I figured why not share some of what I hear or learn with you. These post will be some of the most random info you may ever read, it may even have you patting your weave but KNOWLEDGE IS POWER (even if its something you never gave a second thought/glance). So here goes......



Did you know:

• Louis Vuitton uses a needle, linen thread and beeswax to make their bags? The reason they use the beeswax is to protect each overstitch from humidity and wear tear.

This is why I always tell you guys to buy the best handbags.....Firstly, we only live once and secondly a great handbag is an INVESTMENT. Did you know this fashion fact lovies?

P.S. If you have a little known fashion fact that you want to be posted email me at perceptionandco@gmail.com

2011 Golden Globes

The 2011 Golden Globes red carpets had some great fashion hits and some definite misses.....Here are a few of our favorite looks.

Black Swan star Mila Kunis was drop dead gorgeous in a forest green gown by Vera Wang.

Kelly Osbourne looked ravishing in Zac Posen....She has blossomed into a beautiful and fashionable woman.

Anne Hathaway was all glitz and glamour posing in a Giorgio Armani gown. We here at P & Co. are huge Anne fans, so we get really excited when she knocks it out of the park. You did us proud Anne!!!!!

Carrie Underwood wore a champagne colored Badgley Mischka gown which fit her like a glove. She was red carpet ready...

Leighton Meester's vintage inspired dress by Burberry Prorsum looked gorgeous. The added glitz of the gold evening bag completed the look.

Eva Longoria was simply breathtaking to say the least....This Zac Posen dress (and smokey eye)will surely have her on ALL the best dressed list.


Country singer Julianne Hough's jeweled neckline and vintage hair do looked FAB!

Catherine Zeta Jones was in Monique Lhuillier for the globes and the green complimented her skin tone....PERFECTION.

Julie Bowen wore a beautiful creation by Tadashi Shoji.


Now onto the celebs that had us all asking (not in a good way) WHERE/WHO IS YOUR STYLIST?

Olivia Wilde opted for a Marchesa gown with way to much tulle....This is all wrong.


Helena Bonham Carter in Vivenne Westwood and mismatch shoes.....Where is her stylist?

Gabby honey.....((hangs head)) why?

Heidi Klum knows better.....This Marc Jacobs dress is just all wrong.


What are your thoughts of the 2011 Golden Globes Red Carpet looks Lovies?

Kim Kardashian Latest Photoshoot

Entreprenuer and Reality TV Star Kim Kardashian tweeted some behind the seem pics of her latest photoshoot. Along with her bikini Kim wore diamond Jason of Beverly Hills jewels. Kim asked her followers..."2sexy2tweet"? What do you think Lovies?

Photo shoot time! @JasonofBH jewels and red lips! #2sexy2tweet? http://twitpic.com/3pq4f0less than a minute ago via TwitpicKim Kardashian
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Quality vs Quantity

Residing in the Capital Region for several years I have observed that most women prefer quantity over quality. Quantity is a particular or indefinite amount of anything but we are referring to clothing, accessories and shoes. Quality is character with respect to fineness, or grade of excellence. Many women have chosen clothing of poor quality to instead have a mass quantity, when in fact you should have items of fine quality. I am not advising anyone to have wine taste with beer pockets but that is why you SAVE. If you save for quality items you can never go wrong. A quality item will last you a long time and does not have to be replaced as often as an inexpensive piece. I remember my mom telling me as a young girl "don't ever buy cheap jewelry or clothing because in the end its not worth the pennies you paid". There are several items you should NEVER buy cheap:

• little black dress


• black pumps (must own at least one pair)


• handbags


• pearls (earrings, necklace and/or bracelet)

It is okay to buy inexpensive BASIC and a few TRENDY items but if your ENTIRE wardrobe is full of cheap clothing believe me people will notice. Cheap clothing will have you at the mall every week replacing those same items. Focus on the quality of a garment rather than purchasing a ton of fashion forward clothing. Get into the habit of paying more attention to the seams, stitching, fabric, and fit of items. I hate to make shopping sound difficult but if you want to look your best all the time as well as have long lasting wears than INVEST in good quality clothing. Yes I used the word INVEST because quality clothing is an investment. Can you take the clothes you bought from Forever 21 and re-sell them on ebay? Will you have those same items 5 years from now? Once washed do you get the same feel from those inexpensive clothes? These are questions you should ask yourself prior to purchasing clothing. Again if its a piece here and there (sporadic) than I say go to inexpensive stores but I encourage you to purchase key pieces that cost a pretty penny. It will all be worth it 5 years from now when that Little black dress is still a crisp black. What are your thoughts Lovies?

Marvelous Misses: Blake Lively

One of our favorite Marvelous Misses Blake Lively looked ravishing in a plum Marchesa frock while attending the National Board of Review of Motion Pictures Awards Gala in N.Y.C. Ruffles can look gaudy or grandeur and I must say Ms. Gossip Girl looked GRANDEUR! Thoughts Lovies?

Kardashian Sisters Create Clothing Line for Sears

The Kardashian Sisters announced today that they will be creating a fashion line for Sears, yes Sears!!! The line will launch this year in late Summer and will be found in 300 Sears stores across the world. The juniors line will consist apparel, lingerie, jewelry, accessories and shoes. What are your thoughts Lovies?