Best of Pre-Fall 2012

Fashion | 25 January 2012

Okay, so if you didn’t know, we just finished the pre-fall season for 2012. Below I highlighted my 10 favorite collections from the pre-fall season, in no particular order. You can agree with me or not, it’s okay, it’s what make the world turn, you know? You can always comment with your thoughts (wink wink, nudge nudge).

*So Chanel would totally make this list (it was one of my fav shows) but we already did a blog on it. So, don’t freak out, k?

What's Your Signature Scent?

General | 21 July 2010

by Kathleen McHatton

Perfume is a funny thing. While it’s extremely personal (umm…it’s what you smell like), it’s also very public (everyone else can smell it too).

Choosing a scent to make your own is almost like a journey of self discovery. Am I a sugary vanilla sweetie or a sultry smoky vixen? Do I bathe in the stuff or just put a tiny dollop behind each ear?

I love perfume, considering it doesn’t reek or burn my nostrils. When tastefully applied, it can make you feel more glamorous, put togther and even make memories. Certain perfumes will always remind me of a specific time in my life. Getting ready to go to the 8th grade dance, my college dorm experience, that summer vacation by the beach…a scent can bring you back in an instant.

So here’s a couple of the Lulu*s staff favorites, and I must say, we smell pretty darn good.

The Glamorous

The timeless Coco Chanel is a staple of the ever posh Heather (photo assistant), while the ruby red Absolutely Irresistible by Givenchy is a favorite often worn by yours truly. I love to get the roll-on tube because it’s more affordable, and you can just keep it in your purse.

The Exotic

A great collection of scents by Tokyo Milk keeps Lulu*s model, Laura, smelling lovely during photo shoots. Kellen (Web Operations Manager) loves her Sensi perfume from Giorgio Armani. A sensual scent with exotic floral tones, this would be perfect for an evening out.

The Fresh and Floral

I’ve only heard great things about the popular Flowerbomb by Viktor & Rolf, a scent Renee (returns Dept) adores. Dolce & Gabbana’s Light Blue is described as being cheerful, crisp and summery, which is perfect for Shandi (customer service) on her typical Mon-Fri work week.

The Sporty

Jonathan (inventory) keeps on his feet with Allure Homme Sport by Chanel, while Brittani (sample girl) loves her Abercrombie & Fitch 8 and even steals some of her boyfriend’s Abercrombie & Fitch Fierce from time to time.

The Naturalist

For those who prefer an earthier, natural scent, take a hint from Matt (inventory) and use a little Patchouli essence. I also love how both Sienna (copy writer) and Marty (photographer) use a little citrus peel zest to keep things light and fresh.

So what’s your signature scent? What do you think it says about you?

The Cult of Couture

Fashion | 06 July 2010

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I have just received the ultimate anatomy lesson in the form of Riccardo Tisci’s latest Couture Fall 2010 line for Givenchy. Intricacy is an understatement when describing the detail and texture of these pieces.<!–

According to Tim Blank on Style.com Tisci was inspired by “Frida Kahlo and her three obsessions: religion, sensuality, and, given the painter’s lifelong battle with spinal pain, the human anatomy.” These obsessions were translated by Tisci into Chantilly lace and appliquéd leather encasements of the human body.

Not only was the material of the garments themselves manipulated into forms resembling bones but all the hardware was also made into the shapes of bones. While one dress took a mere 1,600 hours of labor another dress took six months to create!

I’ve been waiting for a fashion exhibit or show to reveal the backs of the garments and my wish has finally come true. The pieces for this collection were inintimate and important enough that Tisci set up parlors for each dress to be showcased.