Archive: February 22nd, 2008

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The co-founder and creative force behind Imitation of Christ has just become the first designer to lend her talent exclusively to Bebe. Tara Subkoff has long admired the sexy, super confident style Bebe has instilled in its shoppers. “The collection we’ve created is perfect for the modern woman who wants wearable, sensual clothes versatile enough to take her from her office to cocktails and dinner,” says Subkoff. The mostly black, white and red items are accented with a sweet ‘heart’ print with a ’80s meets ’40s feeling — feminine yet strong, with a touch of whimsy. Long-time IOC fan and collaborator Chloe Sevigny already has sported some of Tara Subkoff’s Bebe items like this adorable ruffled wrap dress, $119. Items range from $79- $150. Take a look at the whole collection and read more about Tara Subkoff at Bebe.com. We can’t wait to get our hands on this collection. Tell us: Will you buy Tara Subkoff’s designs for Bebe?

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Looking as amazing as ever, Rihanna donned over-the-knee boots by Steve Madden during her recent performance at the Atlantis in Paradise Island. And while the fashion chameleon continues to pull off every trend with complete chic, she’s not the only celeb trying out the look! Hilary Duff and Kate Moss have been stepping out in thigh-high boots, too — see our Trend Gallery. We’ve tracked down Rihanna’s boots as well as some similar styles to let you get the look for less.

Get Rihanna’s Boots!
For Real:
Steven by Steve Madden’s suede over-the-knee Frankie boot, $400, is available at select Steven by Steve Madden stores.

For A Steal:
Steven by Steve Madden leather over-the-knee boot, $259 at victoriassecret.com

Steve Madden’s patent over-the-knee Refrain boot, on sale for $126 at stevemadden.com

Spiegel’s suede over-the-knee wedge boot, on sale for $70 at Spiegel.com

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Justin Timberlake — singer, actor and now model. Parfums Givenchy has just announced that the star is the new face of its latest men’s fragrance. “Beyond his huge celebrity appeal, we have chosen Justin Timberlake because he is a world recognized trendsetter who redefines modern elegance says Alain Lorenzo, President and CEO of Parfums Givenchy. Timberlake is in good company — Liv Tyler is the current face of their women’s fragrances. The new campaign featuring Timberlake will be unveiled in June 2008 and will be launched in two stages, beginning in the Fall of 2008, with a worldwide roll out across 2009. But the real question is — will the ads bring sexy back?

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How can you not be envious of all the over-the-top glam jewelry celebs like Jennifer Garner and Rihanna get to borrow for their red carpet strolls. And while we might not have Cartier or Bulgari begging us to swathe ourselves in their million-dollar wears on an average Saturday night on the town, turns out we can get star treatment after all. We’ve told you before about the fabulous It bags you can rent by the week or by the month at Bag, Borrow or Steal. And now they’ve added a bridal shop, where you can sample sparkling gems by Badgley Mischka, Vera Wang, Gucci and more—without the movie star budget. Click over to our friends at FabSugar to learn more.

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Hit the sale at michaelkors.com and update your spring style for less with finds like this ID Tag Sandal (above) marked down to $257. Save on select items like figure-flattering tunics and skinny jeans, plus luxe handbags and accessories.

The Final Winter Sale is still on at tommyhilfiger.com. Save up to 50% on fashion essentials like classic trench coats, cardigans and denim Bermuda shorts.

It’s week two of fabulous beauty buys at the Bliss Blowout Sale, with up to 80% off your best-loved Bliss products—from soaps and scrubs to peels and lip plumpers. Visit blissworld.com before February 24th to get in on the savings.

Shop Lord & Taylor’s Coat Sale and get next fall’s puffer (or this spring’s trench) for a steal. You’ll save an extra 40% off already-reduced coats and 60% off designer coats at lordandtaylor.com.

Save 30-70% on fashion by designers like Theory, Milly, 3.1 Phillip Lim, Karoo and Velvet, plus Kenneth Jay Lane jewelry and Marc by Marc Jacobs shoes at pinkmascara.com.

When you finally find the perfect jeans, it’s savvy to snap up an extra pair or two. Browse the Designer Denim Sale at tobi.com and save up to 50% on your favorite jeans by brands like Acne Jeans, Edun, Rag & Bone, Habitual and AG jeans.

The seasonal sale continues at bergdorfgoodman.com with savings on all your favorite haute labels including Stella McCartney, Proenza Schouler, Missoni and Marc Jacobs.

Browse the sale at juicycouture.com to stock up on the line’s signature hoodies and track pants, plus adorable dresses, tees, jeans, jewelry and more.

Check out the new arrivals at nordstrom.com’s sale, with up to 55% off hundreds of styles for all seasons. Look for labels like BCBG Max Azria, French Connection and more..

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Zoe Saldana smoldered at the New York City premiere of her new movie Vantage Point thanks to smoky eyes created by makeup artist Nick Barose. Barose layered M.A.C Paint cream shadow in Magrittes, $17, over Clarins Single Eye Shadow in Black, $20, to “evoke a feeling of the 70s Studio 54 Glam Era.” For extra drama, he smudged Clarins Pencil in Black, $22, and Max Factor Lash Perfection Mascara in Rich Black, $6 . He added a bit of a flush and glow to her face with Nars The Multiple in Orgasm, $37, and Scott Barnes Bronzing Powder in Nonchalant, $33. To keep the focus on the eyes, Barose picked a lipstick shade that matched Zoe’s own lip color, Shiseido Lip Gloss in Mocha Glaze, $21. From any vantage point, Zoe appears totally gorgeous.