Sex and the City, the Fashion Movie is here!

Will Carrie Bradshaw and Mr Big finally tie the knot?

Will Cinderella and the Prince live happily ever after?

Well it's time to find out! Yippeeee!!! After its premiere in London on Monday May 12, 2008, the movie that we've all been waiting for, the movie based on the popular HBO Sex and the City series has finally arrived with special screenings at select AMC Theatres and then followed in theatres nationwide on Friday, May 30. You can even get 'Sex' at midnight with special Thursday night screenings in selected theatres!

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Sex and the City, The Buzz!

However, even before the film rolls, with the girls appearing on shows like the Today Show, the Early Show and Regis & Kelly, and of course with additional film and premiere coverage on entertainment shows including E! News, Extra, Access Hollywood, E.T., The Insider, and not to mention the multiple commercials on TV and the tidbits plastered in magazines and general press, Sex and the City (SATC) is at fever pitch!! Sex & the City fashion has been the buzz for fashionistas everywhere!!

Sex and the City, The Fashion!

I'm sure that you will be like me and just can't wait to see the movie incarnation of HBO's Sex and the City. I certainly can't!! I can't wait to see how the now 40-something Carrie Bradshaw (played by Sarah Jessica Parker), successful author and everyone's favorite fashion icon-next-door, and her three gal pals, Samantha Jones (played by Kim Cattrall), Charlotte York Goldenblatt (played by Kristin Davis) and Miranda Hobbes (played by Cynthia Nixon), have matured in their attitude to sex, love and relationships and just as importantly, in how they have matured in the fashions that they love and wear.

Sex and the City, The Movie!

I know from Sex and the City, It's a Fashion Show! that "the fashion is really different. Everything is more expensive, more beautiful, the shoes, the jewelry..." and that the "fashion comes from Paris, it Comes from Italy, it comes from New York, it comes from everywhere" and that we can expect some maturity as Sarah Jessica Parker (SJP) herself has said that "taste has changed, palette has changed and that's what happens when you grow up."

However, with all the buzz and after watching the 30-somethings in re-runs of the HBO Sex and the City series for days now, I being a mega SATC fan, can't wait to see the feature-length movie. Yes I want to sit there for 2 hours and 15 minutes and watch the ultra chic and the fabulous and sophisticated Sex and the City style! I want to see the girls strut their stuff again :)

Sex and the City, the Designer Clothing, Designer Shoes, Designer Handbags and Designer Jewelry!

Yes there will be lots of love and sex, and Mr BIG of course, but I want to see the girls in the latest designer clothing and designer shoes as well as the hottest designer handbags and wearing the to-die-for designer jewelry. SATC the movie will no doubt be like going to fabulous designer clothing, designer shoes, designer handbags and designer jewelry fashion shows all lumped into one, 2 hour and 15 minute fashion show. I can't wait.

Sex and the City, the Designer Jewelry and Designer Handbags!

Now I know that Fred Leighton and Nancy Gonzalez, both played a major role in accessorizing the leading ladies for the film.

Sex and the City, Designer Jewelry

You will see the bling when Carrie Bradshaw lights up the Big Screen in her Fred Leighton designer jewelry. Fred Leighton played a starring role along side Sarah Jessica Parker in the Sex and the City movie. And it's no surprise given Fred Leighton's celebrated uniqueness and its unparalleled one of a kind jewels.

SATC's stylist and designer, Patricia Field, chose unique unrivaled Fred Leighton pieces to wardrobe Sarah Jessica Parker in several scenes of the movie. In multiple scenes throughout the movie a pair of Fred Leighton antique diamond pendant earrings are a staple in Carrie Bradshaw's jewelry repertoire. In the Carrie Bradshaw Wedding Scene, she wears a stunning pair of Fred Leighton, 19th Century Diamond and Natural Pearl Cluster Earrings and a Fred Leighton, 19th Century Diamond Feather Brooch. Now aren't these stunning Fred Leighton designer jewelry pieces to die for :O

 

Now if you want to similarly impress then Fred Leighton designer jewelry pieces and collections are available at the Fred Leighton store in New York City and the Fred Leighton Store in Las Vegas. By the way, Carrie's wedding dress was designed by fashion designer Vivienne Westwood; now isn't it gorgeous!!!

Sex and the City, Designer Handbags

Synonymous with style and renowned for being the ultimate in luxurious croc handbags, Nancy Gonzalez was also on the top of Patricia Field's list for accessories for the Sex and the City movie.

Both Samantha and Miranda are seen carrying Nancy Gonzalez designer handbags and crazy as it might seem, Samantha’s little pooch is also accessorized in matching Nancy Gonzalez accessories. This lucky dog is seen wearing a Nancy Gonzalez one of a kind gold croc collar and leash designed to match Samantha’s Nancy Gonzalez gold tote designer handbag (see detail picture below left) and apparently made especially by the designer for the movie. I'm not at all sure about coordinating your outfit with your dog but wouldn't you just love to get your hands on that little pooch ;)

In the scene where we see her walking down the street with the Sex and the City girls (picture below), Miranda is holding a Nancy Gonzalez exotic skin tote (see detail picture above right).

If you want the look then the Nancy Gonzalez exotic skins handbag and accessory collection is available at Bergdorf Goodman, Neiman Marcus, Saks Fifth Avenue and at fine specialty stores worldwide.

Sex and the City, the Ultimate Chick Flick!

Well will this movie incarnation of the HBO Sex and the City series be the Ultimate chick flick? Not long now to tell but it sure is looking like it will be. I just can't wait to see this chick-flick. Can't wait to see the designer clothes (Vera Wang, Vivienne Westwood, Christian Dior and Oscar De La Renta), the designer handbags (Birkin, Chanel. and Louis Vuittons), the designer shoes and all the bling, the designer jewelry :)

Valerie Tolosa Designer Fashion Sale

Named 'Designer to watch' by Marie Claire cemented Australian Valerie Tolosa as a designer on the rise and this very chic fashion designer label that has certainly grown from strength to strength since its debut in 2002 at Mercedes Australian Fashion Week. It has since attracted a large following both nationally and internationally, some of the world's best known and fashion conscious people including Paris Hilton, Miranda Kerr and Kate Hudson amongst these.

Aussie chicas know this label well and here's a little advance warning on a two-day fashion designer sale that you don't want to miss. It's a chance for you to bag some chic fashion by Valerie Tolosa at designer sale prices! What does that mean? Well in this instance it means 50% to 90% OFF on all stock.

When: Friday 13th June - Saturday 14th June, 10am - 8pm

Where: Level 2, 45-55 Epsom Road, Rosebery, NSW 2018

Payment: Cash only

Memorial Day Weekend Fashion Sales

As usual there are lots of sales this Memorial Day long weekend but here are a few that I think are worth a mention.

My features sale this Memorial Day long Weekend is the sale at Couture Candy and here are some of my picks from this sale.

If you're looking for something "hot" this summer, then visit Couture Candy and check out this super chic and sexy knitted Malea V Neck Dress designed by Ella Moss. This low cut v-neck dress comes together at a ring in both the front and back. Invoking a bohemian feel, this Ella Moss designer dress is perfect for fun and sun at the beach! This gorgeous designer dress retails for $150 but get it and many other pieces by Rails, Pierce Jeans, Posse, Deener and Ella Moss at 30% discount when you enter code 23MAY2008 at checkout at Couture Candy.

I also love the Nadea mini dress designed by Rails (see pictures above). This dress has adjustable bow tie spaghetti straps that allow for a perfect fit. It features a key-hole cutout along the chest and a banded bottom hem. The gathering along the front and back create an overall loose and flattering fit. This designer dress is available in Bark and Blue and retails for $88 but bag it at only $61.60 with the 30% Couture Candy discount.

With the 30% discount, the designer handbags and clutches by Possé New York are also definitely worth a look. Posse designer handbags effortlessly distinguish any outfit and are not only beautiful but multi-functional as well.

For example for the posh chic, the Natalie Clutch in a beautiful shade of Fuchsia shown here is a lovely bag that will instantly attract attention. This designer handbag is made from 100% Italian shrunken patent leather and has a fold-over magnetic closure. It's lined with red fabric and has a small zipper pocket inside. This clutch retails for $285 but yours for just $199.50 during this sale.

The Couture Candy 30% discount offer ends at midnight on May 24, 2008.

More Memorial Day Weekend Fashion Sales

Listed here are a number of other Memorial Day Weekend Sales that you might like to check out:

Shop and save even more this Memorial Day at 6pm.com with discounts of up to 75% OFF on women's, men's and kid's shoes plus enjoy flat rate shipping at only $6.95 and FREE standard shipping for all orders over $100.

Use promotional code SUMFUN at checkout and get 50% OFF selected summer styles at Aeropostale plus 30% OFF clearance items. This offer expires 11:59PM EST on May 26, 2008. Aeropostale is great for basics like shorts, tees, tanks, camis, halters and smock tops etc.

Here's a Memorial Day Sandal Sale - Get'em While They're Hot. And at 30% OFF they are HOT at Plaza Too with 30% off on selected sandal styles and colors. Also if you're after sandals then check out the current Steve Madden sale where you can save up to $25 through May 26, 2008.

Bag 40% OFF selected summer styles this Memorial Day weekend at Old Navy. I like the halters and flutter-sleeve tees.

Get 20% OFF by using coupon code memorial through Tuesday at Language on exciting up-and-coming independent clothing, jewelry and handbag designers from across the globe.

Save 30% off select summer styles online and in-store at Banana Republic. You'll save on denim, pants, shorts, skirts, shoes and handbags. This offer ends at 11:59 PM ET on May 26, 2008.

Memorial Day Sale at Revolve Clothing Shop & Save 30% to 50% on hundreds of designer brands at including Juicy Couture, Nanette Lepore, Ella Moss, True Religion, Ed Hardy, Micke & Chris, Velvet, Black Halo and more.

Poppy's boutique is offering 10% discount across the board on its eclectic mix of women's clothing, accessories, candles, apothecary, gifts, books, baby and much more. Use discount code Poppy10 at checkout to snag the 10% discount on your entire order, and there is no tax.

Visit J.Crew and save 20% OFF purchases of $175 or more using code SALESHHH at checkout. This offer is valid both in stores and at J.Crew online through Monday, May 26 2008 11:59pm ET.

Use code Memorial08 and get 15% Off all orders at Fashion Chateau's Memorial Day Sale. Visit Fashion Chateau before midnight on Memorial Day for this offer.

Use code MEM20 and you'll bag 20% OFF your fashion jewelry and handbag purchases at Max & Chloe through 11:59:59 EST on Tuesday, May 27, 2008.

Take 8% OFF on all orders at eDesignerShop's Memorial Weekend Sale using coupon MWMWMW

Take an additional 50% OFF on Clearance items plus free shipping using promotional code 3045 now through May 25, 2008 at Wilsons Leather.

They say one is for fun but mixing, matching and mingling together is even better so here's a great Two for One Offer!

Add two Beach Sexy® Triangle bikini sets to your shopping bag at Victoria's Secret and pay just $35. Enter offer code BIKINI at checkout. The price of your bikini sets will be adjusted after the offer code is applied. This offer is valid through May 25, 2008.

Snag an extra 20% OFF including select sale items already marked down up to 70% off at eBags' Memorial Day Weekend Sale. Visit eBags  through Monday, May 26, 2008. Enter promotional code EMEMWKND08 to receive your special savings.

And don't miss Flirt's Closing Sale where, beginning tomorrow, Friday May 23rd, all designer denim will be reduced to 50% off!

Choose from fabulous styles such as Rock & Republic, Ranahan and Hudson! All remaining merchandise will now be 40% off. They are open on Memorial Day but don't delay because they won't be there long!!

3449 N. Southport
Chicago, IL 60657
Call: 773.935.4789

Get 50% OFF your second item OFF 5th Saks Fifth Avenue. Offer valid through May 26, 2008 at Saks Fifth Avenue OFF 5TH only. Not valid at Saks Fifth Avenue stores or saks.com.

Get an additional 40% OFF on sale merchandise at Marciano. Valid at participating Marciano stores, select GUESS stores and Marciano.com in the United States and Canada. There's some cute pieces in this sale. I like the Juliana Date Dress and the Seville Shortall.

Betsey Johnson has big markdowns with up to 60% OFF on its range of clothing, shoes, handbags, jewelry and accessories both in stores and online.

Take 20% OFF all full price merchandise (excluding Jack Rogers Shoes) at Queen Bee using code memorialsale at checkout. This offer also ends on Monday May 26, 2008.

There's up to 60% Off Select Styles Online Only at Brooks Brothers.

And why not! There's a Panty Sale on at Frederick's. Shop at Frederick's and buy 6 of the sexiest styles for just $20 and also Frederick's has a tiered promotion where you can Save $15 off  orders of $100 or more, Save $30 off  orders of $150 or more and Save $75 off  orders of $250 or more. Frederick's offer ends at midnight PST on May 27, 2008.

Hope you have an awesome Memorial Day weekend.

Jonathan Saunders Fashion for Target

Well it's official, after months of speculation and following in the footsteps of Erin Featherston, Alice Temperley, Proenza Schouler, Luella Bartley and Loeffler Randall, the next fashion designer to create a collection for Target will be the Scottish designer, Jonathan Saunders. He will produce a limited-edition collection for Target’s GO International range, which spotlights new names in the fashion industry.
Known for his refreshingly inventive and original approach to design and use of color, Jonathan Saunders is no stranger to cheap chic: His latest fashion collection for the British high street retailer Topshop features jersey dresses printed with bold, primary color shapes.

I first came across Jonathan Saunders' work during London Fashion Week Fall, 2007 and loved the combo of dashing colors with black statement on both long gowns and sophisticated short dresses. More recently, a number of classy Jonathan Saunders pieces caught my eye in the Jonathan Saunders Fall 2008 Fashion Show (see pictures above). From checking the current Jonathan Saunders collection and prices at Net-A-Porter, it will certainly be interesting to see the Jonathan Saunders collection of women's fashion for Target when it is released in early October.

Sex and the City, It's a Fashion Show!

The world premiere of the much anticipated movie, Sex And The City (SATC) takes place in London tonight. Personally I think that New York should have had the first screening, I mean that's where the HBO series was set and shot, that's where the 30-somethings Carrie, Miranda, Charlotte and Samantha strutted their stuff!

Regardless, as much as Sex and the City is about columnist Carrie Bradshaw, her three gal pals, and their lustful urban quest for good sex, love and fab clothes, being set in New York City, fashion has always been a major part of the story. But now some four years on what can we expect when it comes to the fashion?

Also, will it simply continue on from where the series left off or will the now 40-somethings have matured and matured in the fashions that they wear. Will we see more of the breaking of the rules, the unexpected and outrageous, or will we see a more mature collection of fashion. The following video by BlackTree Media might shed some light on these questions.

 

Well there are some clues there. It is said that "the fashion is really different. Everything is more expensive, more beautiful, the shoes, the jewelry..." and when talking about the show's stylist and costume designer Patricia Field, Sarah Jessica Parker says that "she's really good at telling the story with clothes and she really knows these women in the city." And yes we can expect some maturity as Sarah Jessica Parker later says that "taste has changed, palette has changed and that's what happens when you grow up."

Pat Field herself says that the "fashion comes from Paris, it Comes from Italy, it Comes from New York, it comes from everywhere" and when talking about the costumes Kristin Davis (Charlotte) says that "there were just tables of bags, like every new bag that you haven't even seen in the stores yet and then there were tables of shoes, and I mean it was just like Mecca."

So from this we can expect some new ideas but I'm sure that we'll see the latest in designer clothing, shoes and designer handbags. Yes there will be lots of love and sex, but just as importantly, the feature-length Sex And The City movie will be like going to a fabulous fashion show. I can't wait.

The Money's in the Prada Handbag!

Well did you manage to purchase any of the unique Prada prototypes at the Prada Spring/Summer Women's 2008 Fashion Auction which ended on Tuesday? The Prada handbags, skirts, pants and boots were certainly one-of-a-kinds in terms of design, style and colors. Here's a brief roundup on this auction.

Prada Designer Pants

The first items on the bidding block were three pairs of couture pants. The low-rise bell-bottom Cyclamen Pants, as shown in the pictures directly below, are made off silk fabric as used extensively in haute couture collections of the fifties. These very unique pants, in cyclamen

color and shell print are printed with a 20-color flat screen process and appeared with different print in the last Prada fashion show for the Spring/Summer 2008 women's collection. The one-of-a-kind Prada designer pants were purchased during the auction for 2000 Euros. There can be no doubt that these Prada pants in hot cyclamen color are super chic but I just can't get my head around the large bell-bottoms.

Next in the bidding we saw the low-rise bell-bottom Sunny Yellow Pants as shown in the picture on the left. These pants are made of silk gazar, generated by a 20-color flat screen printing process which ensures a richer, more accurate result compared to the normal 10-color printing technique. Screens with the designs are used to apply the inks on the cloth. A specific screen is used to print each separate portion of color and given that this involved a 20-color flat screen printing process, you can easily see that the end result is spectacular.

Although very similar in style to the Prada Cyclamen Couture Pants, due to the motif print and its sunny yellow color, the Sunny Yellow Pants are certainly unique and given that it attracted a highest bid of 2100 Euros, one can imagine that they will be worn proudly. Once again however, because of the large bell-bottom they are not my style and I'm not so hot on the yellow color, well not in pants anyway!

The third item in the first group of prototypes auctioned was the Orange Pants shown in the picture here on the right. Once again, like the two prior items, this prototype is a unique low-rise bell-bottom pants created exclusively for this auction.

The silk gazar fabric is printed through the same 20-color process that guarantees a more accurate result compared to the normal 10-color printing technique. This fashion piece is absolutely unique due to its combination of color and print, as for the cyclamen and sunny yellow ones. The highest bid for these was 2000 Euros. Again because of the bell-bottom design, this one-of-a-kind fashion piece, is not my style.

Prada Handbag and Designer Boots

A Plum Buckskin Prada handbag and two pairs of Prada designer boots made up the second group of items which were auctioned off in the week ending April 29, 2008. Shown in the pictures below, I described each of these items in my Exclusive Prada Designer Auction post of Thursday April 24, 2008.

The Plum Buckskin Prada Handbag went for 4000 Euros, the Plum Buckskin Boot for 1450 Euros (pictured in the center directly above), and the Antique Rose Buckskin Boot (pictured above on the far right) went for 1300 Euros. I have to say that out of all items, the Plum Buckskin Prada Handbag was my favorite piece in the auction but more on this later.

Prada Designer Skirts

You've got the pants, the boots and the Prada handbag so now what about a unique Prada skirt or two to match? Well that's what the final part of the Prada Spring/Summer Women's 2008 Fashion Auction was all about, skirts!

The first of these is the Ankle-length, Sunny Yellow Skirt shown here on the left. This skirt is made of silk gazar printed with a shell design as used in the last Prada Spring/Summer 2008 Women's Fashion Show. Gazar is a heavyweight organza that was used extensively in haute couture collections of the fifties. This skirt was purchased at auction for 1500 Euros. Now I didn't like the low-rise bell-bottom Sunny Yellow Pants described above but I do like this skirt, and even in yellow!

The second skirt is the shell design, Cyclamen Silk Gazar Skirt shown immediately below on the left. This skirt is also inspired to the 2008 Prada Spring/Summer Women's Collection. The luxurious print portrays a world full of carnivorous flowers, dragons, hybrid creatures, and mysterious fairies. As the previous, this prototype is absolutely unique as it is the only version in this color in existence. The Cyclamen Silk Gazar Skirt was purchased at auction for 1300 Euros.

 

The third skirt in the group is the Orange Silk Gazar Skirt shown in the picture directly above on the right. This gorgeous skirt is decorated with a shell print and carnivorous flowers, dragons, hybrid creatures, and mysterious fairies. A similar model was shown for the first time during the Spring/Summer 2008 fashion shown in Milan but this piece is unique thanks to its orange color. As in the case of the Cyclamen Silk Gazar Skirt, this unique, one-of-a-kind item was purchased for 1300 Euros.

The final piece in this group is the Orange Knee-Length Patchwork Skirt shown in the pictures directly above. This is another piece in the collection made of printed silk gazar, a heavy-weight organza used extensively in haute couture collections that was quite popular in the fifties. This prototype in orange is decorated with cut-out elements that are hand-sewn on the skirt. This unique, one-of-a-kind item was purchased for 1700 Euros.

Final Words - The Money's in the Prada Handbag

I would love to hear from you if you managed to snag one of these covetable pieces. What's your story? What motivated you to bid and finally purchase the piece(s) that you did? Will you wear the fashion and take the Prada Handbag with you or will simply keep these with your coveted private collection? Do you perhaps own a boutique and plan to display your newly acquired treasure in your store? What ever your story I would love to hear from you.

Amazingly one seriously keen Prada lover snatched eight out of the ten items auctioned. Someone who goes by the screen name of Transito paid 4000 Euros for the Plum Buckskin Prada Handbag, 1300 Euros for the Antique Rose Buckskin Boot and 1450 Euros for the Plum Buckskin Boot. Add to these Transito also purchased the Cyclamen Silk Gazar Skirt (Euros 1300), the Orange Silk Gazar Skirt (Euros 1300), the Orange Knee-Length Patchwork Skirt (1700 Euros), the Sunny Yellow Pants (2100 Euros) and the Orange Pants (2000 Euros). Now that's a total of 15,150 Euros or $23,380 USD so fashionista Transito is one hell of a Prada lover. Will these prototype Prada fashions end up as part of a rare collection or will we see them back on some other auction site at some later date? I'd love to know. Transito, you take care of that Prada Handbag. It's really chic!!!

Up To 40% Off Spring Designer Sale!

eLUXURY.com has announced new Spring markdowns with savings of up to 40% on a range of ready-to-wear designer clothing for both men and women.

The sale collection includes a good range from designers including Fendi, Versace, Dior, Zac Posen, Marc Jacobs, Juicy Couture, and many more! And as an added bonus, on Tuesday, May 6th, eLUXURY.com is offering free shipping on all orders of $150 or more.

I like the deep v-neck D&G Dolce & Gabbana Pleated Cotton Dress, in white cotton (shown below left). This classy D&G Dolce & Gabbana designer dress was originally priced at $895 but bag at $539 during this fashion sale. The Gold colored a-line shaped Michael Kors Bugle Beaded Shift Dress, shown bottom right, is also hot. Made in Italy, this fully lined designer dress has a woven box pattern with metallic threading. It has been reduced from an amazing $2,595 down to $908!!

However, my pick of all picks in this designer fashion sale is the D&G Dolce & Gabbana Chiffon Polka Dot Blouse shown in the very top picture on the left. It has long blouson sleeves with contrast banded cuffs, single button closures and front button placket. The blouse, especially with its long ties at the neck and pintucked seams over each shoulder, gives a classy look but I think its semi-sheer makes this a top super chic and sexy. Originally priced at $355 but bag this designer top for just $215 during this sale.

Owned by Moët Hennessey Louis Vuitton (LVMH), the world's leading luxury fashion group, eLUXURY is an online fashion retailer that offers the hottest designer apparel, must-have trends, online exclusives, and and an exclusive Louis Vuitton boutique.

Visit eLUXURY.com to check out the range of designer clothing on sale.

A-List Designer Clothing Sample Sale!

LA Fashionistas! It's early Saturday morning and you may still just be waking up. Perhaps you're having your morning cuppa and pondering what to do today or you may well have already planned your day but either way do read this!!!

Here's a great ONE DAY ONLY Designer Clothing Sample Sale. Today Saturday May 3rd, from 11am to 4pm, you've go the chance to bag some brand new overstock fashions from a wide variety of top designers and stores, as well as high-end pre-owned stuff from celebrities and other private individuals. This includes designer pieces, gently worn or still with tags. At this sale you'll find jackets, dresses, pants, shirts, skirts, cashmere sweaters and accessories including belts and purses. There will also be tons of new and gently worn designer shoes and boots in assorted sizes. This merchandise will be on sale from an incredible 50% to 75% below retail.

 

So whether you are looking for an incredible deal on a pair of designer pumps, a super-chic designer dress or a unique piece of jewelry, this A-List Sample Sale is the place to be. Here's a summary of the details:

What: A-List Sample Sales!

When: Today Saturday May 3rd, from 11am to 4pm

Where: 420 N. Orange Drive, Los Angeles, in between LA Brea and Highland, North of Beverly Blvd. No early birds so don't ring the bell. The sale is outside in the driveway and back area.

Payment: Cash, VISA, Mastercard but no checks.