Color: Gold Rush

In a last ditch effort to stretch winter’s festivities into the gray months, overcome our nasty colds, and celebrate Beyonce and Jay-Z’s baby (obviously), let’s get some gold happening in our lives. Taking a cue from my lovely friend Lindsay, who is the ultimate master of costume jewelry flair, I’m going to make a concerted effort to have fun with my accessories, and celebrate.

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Coverage by Valerie Gnaedig

February 1, 2012 | By: Shayna Kulik

Sparkling with Photorealism

We’ve all been watching photorealism evolve over the past few years. From cat humor to 80’s wolves to political commentary, if it’s on tumblr, it’ll soon be on a one piece bathing suit, a McQueen dress or a Threadless tshirt. Lately we’ve been noticing the celebration of jewelry on other accessories. From Dannijo’s iphone case to Lanvin’s satin scarf, the Man Repeller-coined term, arm party has leaped past the wrist and onto product. Are you a fan?

December 6, 2011 | By: Shayna Kulik

Trend: Finding Faces

Every once in a while we cover a campaign or personal project with pareidolia ties. Today’s feature reveals recognizable faces in print, fashion and product design. While some of the images aren’t as current as others, when lined up side by side, there’s a playful timelessness throughout. Eyes, no eyes, MC Escher nose, wingtoed-shoes or a banana mouth, it’s exciting to see the latest reinvention of the wheel. Which one’s your favorite?

1. Face 2. Solange Azagury-Partidge, 3. Theme Mag illustration (artist unknown) 4. Fazer Vilpuri Loaf 5. Michael Zavros painting 6. Steven Harrington for Dazed and Confused

June 21, 2011 | By: Shayna Kulik

Budget Buys: Fenton Fallon

Rarely do I get an email about a sale that’s worth trudging across town for- today was different. I woke up to a firestorm of replies from my girlfriends about a Fenton Fallon sample sale in Midtown. The brand’s statement pieces have been on my radar for years and should be on yours as well, as each design is unique, edgy and truly a breath of fresh air in an industry overrun by sameness and knockoffs. From collaborations with Barneys, Proenza Schouler, Thakoon and J.Crew, Dana Lorenz, the brain child behind the brand has outdone herself in both departments of quality and quantity.

With prices ranging from $5 to $100, it’s pretty obvious I went to town. If you’re near 36th and 8th today, pay the studio a visit- your wallet and your girlfriends (if you’re kind) will thank you.

Fenton Fallon: 347 w36th St.

April 15, 2011 | By: Shayna Kulik

Color: Neutral Palettes

Color inspiration can come from anywhere and today’s palette is inspired by basic nudes and shiny textures. From shells to jewelry to makeup, each surface is outstanding, and configured in interesting ways to inspire. Dana Rebecca’s jewelry reminds us of the beautiful formations found in nature, just as Target’s new Pixi makeup line softens our pixelated skin tones. This shell clutch from Louis Vuitton ties the package together, combining both concepts, color blocking, texture and shine.

October 19, 2010 | By: Shayna Kulik

Patterns with Polli

Imagine our excitement when we first discovered Polli. The jewelry’s perfectly minimal, sleek and intricately die cut with patterns left, right and center. After you get over the initial excitement that is texture, you realize that everything matches both on and offline. Hints of Polli patterns are evident throughout the site, reminding us that a 360 package always wins over 50 versions of the same logo. Maja Rose and Tess Lloyd, the brains behind the business, have set a new standard, as their Facebook and Twitter buttons are so well integrated, you almost forget that they’re different companies.

October 14, 2010 | By: Shayna Kulik