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Color Me Carlisle “Colors are wonderful and glamorizing – but they must be used with care. Even the prettiest color, if you wear it every day, will lose its effect. Color needs change.” »

Viva & Libby: A Candid Look at Manhattan’s Carlisle & Per Se Showroom Libby Fitzgerald arrived primped and polished for her nine o’clock appointment with her Carlisle/Per Se Wardrobe Consultant Viva Bhogaita. »

LaRok Luxe Taco Tuesday The scene last week at LaRok Luxe’s Taco Tuesday. »

Sonja has the Hamptons in her clutch Out in the Hamptons, there were all kinds of things going on, and around New York Housewives’ Sonja Tremont-Morgan. »

Per Se Collection Fall Fashion Trends With autumn around the corner, the big question returns: what to wear! We asked our pals at the Per Se Collection how they saw the Fall trends are shaping up ... »

A day of beauty, shopping, gifting and relaxation Celebrity party guru, Lara Shriftman hosted a bevy of South Florida's tastemakers for a day of beauty, shopping, gifting and relaxation ... »

Fashion for Fall 2010 was heating up in Atlanta Meanwhile in Atlanta, fashion for Fall 2010 was heating up where there was a reception and viewing hosted by four women for the Carlisle Collection. »

Martha’s Vineyard Fashion Alert Award winning jewelry designer Tom Castor to make a weekend appearance at Optional Art • Nikki Sedacca in Edgartown. »

Fall Fashion is in High Gear at Carlisle/Per Se's Showroom on Greenwich Avenue Up in Greenwich, Carlisle/Per Se held a fashion show of the new fall fashions for the benefit of the YWCA of Greenwich and the Liberation Programs' Families in Recovery Program. »

Bernard Maisner’s Elegant Elephant Collection Parades Through Town this Summer Luxury stationer, Bernard Maisner, is proud to offer a stunningly beautiful four-color engraved Elegant Elephant Collection. »

QVC Style in Water MIll QVC Style Initiative held a dinner at the home of Dennis Basso and Michael Cominotto in Water Mill. »

The shine on the men’s shoes said it all Luxury Italian menswear brand Isaia hosted their now annual summer soiree. »

IN BEADS SHE TRUSTS Alex Palmer is one busy woman who knows how to make other busy women look glamorous quickly and easily ... »

Scully & Scully's Park Avenue Menagerie We keep sheep in a meadow, horses in a barn, cows in a pasture, pigs in a pen, dogs in a kennel. But, when your animals come from Scully & Scully, you can keep them anywhere. »

The pretty young things Refinery29's five-year anniversary; Hamptons Social Series at Lily Pond; A beautiful day for a fashion launch in L.A. »

Jeweler Nikki Sedacca Sets Up Shop on Martha’s Vineyard for the Summer Indulge your senses with beautiful jewels in a summer island paradise. »

Jill Stuart's Pre-Spring 2011 Collection Designer Jill Stuart premiered her Pre-Spring 2011 Collection atop her Philip Johnson-designed Tribeca Penthouse. »

Update on Facial Wrinkle Fillers Wrinkle fillers are a proactive way to address the early signs of aging as well as to take years off your face. Fillers are not just for wrinkles anymore; in fact, we can combine multiple fillers for a dramatic beautifying effect. »

The Belle D’Opium of the Fragrance World The World Premiere of a new fragrance from Yves St. Laurent called “Belle D’Opium.” »

Father's Day Gifts from Scully & Scully Indulge Dad's Discriminating Taste and Style How often do we get a chance to show Dad how wonderful he is? Father’s Day is the perfect opportunity and Scully & Scully, the Park Avenue specialty store, can help. »

Summer Shopping Soirees What2WearWhere.com and Calypso St. Barth held a Summer Shopping Soiree this past Saturday at Calypso St. Barth in East Hampton. »

In Your Face – Christopher James Wilson’s First Solo Show and You are Invited You're invited to see Christopher James Wilson’s works in person at his first solo show, 'In Your Face.' »

Royal Pains Summer Shirt Exchange - Today in Greeley Square! Come join the cast of Royal Pains today and bring a “gently used” summer shirt to exchange for a $50 gift card redeemable at any Lacoste boutique. »

Louis Vuitton opens on London's Bond Street Louis Vuitton opens a Peter Marino-designed "maison" on Bond Street in London and throws a smashing launch party and dinner. »

Select Works, featuring artists Michelle Marie Heinemann and Terri Lindvall Michelle Marie recently teamed up with Terri Lindvall for an art show at The National Arts Club, titled "Select Works." »

A perfect party at the Carlisle Collection A visit to the Greenwich Connecticut showroom of the Carlisle Collection. A perfect party. »

Teddy Share Bears Celebrate Their First Birthday at The East Side Social Club The first anniversary of Teddy Share Bears at the East Side Social Club. »

CHRISTOPHE OFFERS US A PIECE OF HER MIND There’s a method to every non-linear thought and every colorful expression uttered by the indescribable CHRISTOPHE de MENIL ... »

Douglas Hannant Fall 2010 Trunk Show You are invited! Douglas Hannant will be having his Fall 2010 trunk show at The Plaza from May 17 through May 22. »

Mother’s Day: What to Give, What to Do and What to Wear. Tips from NYSD Shopping Diary Merchants ... We asked some of the people and places that appear on NYSD Shopping Diary for tips on what to give, what to do, even what to wear ... »

A Visit to the Manhattan Vintage Clothing Show Over 80 vintage sellers came together for the Manhattan Vintage Show. Every vendor had something distinctive and spectacular to offer! »

The Fund For Park Avenue and Scully & Scully Celebrate Thirty Years of Tulips on Park Avenue 60,000 white tulips are blooming, in honor of the Fund for Park Avenue’s 30th Anniversary ... »

Bergdorf Goodman: What's in Store Leave it to Bergdorf Goodman to come up with the most creative and fun new trend in handbags ... »

Pink Peonies Mother’s Day Collectors Box at Scully & Scully Peonies, with their grand ruffled blossoms, are one of the most beloved flowers of spring – guaranteed to please on Mother’s Day! »

Kick Kennedy and What2WearWhere.com Kick off Project Green Chic Birthday Girl Kick Kennedy and What2WearWhere.com Kick off Project Green Chic. »

Spring Shopping at Doubles Doubles transformed itself into a chic Shopping Boutique last week. »

Zac Posen for Target – The 24 Hour Shopping Party Better get yourself to midtown for a 24-hour Shopping Party where Zac Posen clothes for Target will be on sale starting at 11pm (Thursday, April 15) thru 11pm (Friday, April 16th). »

Plumpy Goes to Swifty’s The adorable Teddy Share Bear who helps FEED malnourished children has a night out in Manhattan. »

IT TAKES A VILLAGE CHRISTOPHER 19 is a very cool little shop in the West Village that you could miss if you blinked. So ... don’t blink. »

Shopping in Los Angeles is certainly a treat As a New Yorker, the idea of driving up and parking seems a luxury! »

Bunnies and Ducks at Scully & Scully There is a treasure trove of Easter gifts ready to be discovered on Park Avenue. »

Hermes, Pratesi, and Stark ... Oh My! Get yourself down to the Metropolitan Pavilion asap. Hermes is having a Spring Sample Sale. And so is Stark Carpets ... »

Bridal Shopping at Scully & Scully Scully & Scully hosted their semi-annual Bridal Registry Event, a day dedicated especially to engaged couples and their parents. »

In Good Taste I headed over to Saks Fifth Avenue for their In Good Taste event to benefit City Harvest. »

A Night at Clarins I got a nice reminder via an invitation to Clarins Spring 2010 Skincare Preview ... »

Palm Beach Shopping Time for a visit to Palm Beach, an escape from the winter blues! »

ARISE African Fashion Collective of New York Fashion Week ARISE magazine sponsored the third African Collective of Fall 2010 New York Fashion Week. »

Oscar de la Renta’s fall 2010 Oscar de la Renta’s fall 2010 collection was a beautifully orchestrated stream of dazzling dresses, suits, coats and gowns ... »

Carolina Herrera’s fall 2010 Carolina Herrera’s fall 2010 was an ode to the sophisticated and self-confident. »

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POWER BABES STRIKE GOLD A good first look at the power babes behind DESIGN AZ ... »

Kate Moss for Longchamp Kate Moss and Longchamp hosted a party for over 700 guests at The Ritz Club in Paris ... »

To "Tie" For This week, Sara Claire & Esther launched their premier line of “Vintage Reimagined“ men’s ties. »

Last Month in Mustique Last month was the first Christmas for Across Forever Home on the island of Mustique ... »

DVF and The CFDA Celebrate Stephanie Winston Wolkoff Diane Von Furstenberg opened up her Meatpacking boutique to toast Stephanie Winston Wolkoff. »

THE ULTIMATE RX FOR A VERY MERRY HOLIDAY: NEW LONDON LUXE It is certainly not difficult to love NEW LONDON LUXE or, quite frankly, be WOWED by it ... »

Neue Hund Holiday Celebration The Neue Gallerie and the Humane Society hosted an evening of art, cocktails, and shopping ... »

Scully & Scully CELEBRATES 75 YEARS Scully & Scully is the only Park Avenue store in continuous operation since 1934 with the cozy romance and glamour of the well designed home. »

KLAUS OBERMEYER SKI WEAR: IT WAS NEVER DOWNHILL FROM THERE Have you ever wondered who invented the down parka? How about mirrored sunglasses? Or even the turtleneck sweater? Well, someone had to, right? »

Socialite’s Closet – Holiday Edition It’s the most wonderful time of the year ... Sample Sale Season! We’ve got the list ... »

A shopping weekend in Connecticut What could be more fun than a weekend in Connecticut visiting your daughter and son-in-law? »

Conversation, Libations, Bags and More Cocktails to celebrate of Arthur and Co.'s new fall/winter collection ... »

Charmed by Charm & Chain’s Ali Galgano Charm & Chain celebrated their first anniversary with a cocktail party at Paris Commune ... »

Same Sky Bracelets – Socially Conscious Jewelry The launch of Same Sky Bracelets; much, much more than a fashion statement. »

Shopping Parties - The New Way To Shop? Rebecca Minkoff Sample Sale with Champagne and Cookies & Cocktails, Canapes, & Holiday Shopping at the J.Crew Men’s Shop in Soho ... »

HIDDEN TREASURE Do not judge this shop by its window. BIG mistake! »

Howloween - Dog Gone good ideas for some Costumes! Animal Fair's 9th Annual Howloween Costume Party to benefit the Humane Society of New York ... »

A LONG WAY HOME It really SHOULD have been just another store entrance ... »

SAKS FIFTH AVENUE: KEY TO THE CURE Saks Fifth Avenue launched the 2009 KEY TO THE CURE campaign ... »

Shanghai Shopping Jeanne Lawrence, living in Shanghai found the perfect shopping guide in that great city, and a shopping they did go. »

I love Bergdorf’s windows I love Bergdorf’s windows. As a once upon a time retailer myself, I know the value of The Window ... »

The Perfect Pair: Stuart Weitzman at Bergdorf Goodman Stuart Weitzman made a special guest appearance at Bergdorf's 5F to celebrate his fall shoe collection ... »

Suzy’s shoesies and other tales of the woesome Around the town, it's all about the shoes these days ... »

Tommy Hilfiger Flagship Store Opens on Fifth Avenue As Fashion Week Spring 2010 came to an end: The Tommy Hilfiger Global Flagship Store on Fifth Avenue officially opened. »

MICHAEL KORS Michael Kors’ had some surprises up his sleeve for spring! »

Oscar de la Renta A gloomy fall day was brightened by Oscar de la Renta’s spring 2010 show ... »

Carolina Herrera Fashion Week for spring 2010 began for me on this beautiful fall Monday with Carolina Herrera’s show ... »

SOMETHING OLD SOMETHING NEW The supreme beauty of CALLALILAI's offerings is that, despite their appearance, they may be luscious, but PRICEY they are not ... »

Fashion's Night Out New York Fashion Week is almost here. If you can’t decide which stores to visit first, here are some of our favorite picks ... »

Accessorize Me! Last night we were on the prowl for some (Fall) inspiration, and headed to the accessory mecca, Henri Bendel ... »

Socialite's Closet If you are thinking about doing some “Back to school shopping,” “Back from the Hamptons shopping,” “End of summer shopping,” or “Summer isn’t over yet shopping” – we’ve got some amazing sale options for you ... »

MANY PEOPLE’S JUNK IS JILL FAGIN’S TREASURE The secret to her long success? Primarily, it’s been due to her artistry with SCRAP METAL: Aluminum to be exact ... »

Best Dressed Lists Blair Sabol gives us her take on this year’s Best Dressed List ... »

THOSE ENTERPRISING BRUNGERS There’s an interesting trend of family members coming together professionally from previously separate directions and interests ... »

Sky-high heels no more? Are women really trading in their sky-high heels for more “practical” flats? That and much more ... »

Fall Fashion Comes Early in Southampton A Southampton luncheon to benefit City Harvest featured a fashion presentation of Valentino’s 2009 Fall/Winter collection. »

FIT for a First Lady DPC headed over to Charlotte Moss’ wonderful townhouse in the East 70s, where the Museum at FIT held its annual Couture Council Summer Party ... »

Super Saturday 12 Donna Karan, Ariel Foxman, and InStyle along with Kelly Ripa and Blake Lively hosted Super Saturday 12 to benefit the Ovarian Cancer Research Fund ... »

Fashion Going to the Dogs Wendy Diamond and Animal Fair Magazine hosted the 10th annual Paws for Style event benefiting the Humane Society of New York ... »

Use Your Head ... Shop for a Cause “Use Your Head ... Shop for a Cause” is different. It’s recession-proof and dare I say, even recession-friendly ... »

A Family Affair All in the family with Minnie, Gloria, and the Yurmans. »

Retail Therapy: Janice Lieberman's New Book, "How to Shop for a Husband" Janice Lieberman gives the ladies some “shopping” advice at the Catherine Malandrino Boutique ... »

Louis Vuitton Celebrates the 40th Anniversary of the Lunar Landing You’ve probably seen the larger than life Louis Vuitton Ad Campaign on the side of its Fifth Avenue boutique ... »

Bergdorf Goodman/Visionary Art; it’s a natural Bergdorf Goodman presents Visionary Artists From the Collection of the American Visionary Art Museum in Baltimore ... »

A Shop for Sister Sarah Alas, it bore the name of MENDL HOUSE & TEA on the front window ... »

Shopping Nolita Why not forget about the rain and go shopping? A visit to Nolita will cheer you up ... »

Chelsea Flower Show - Exhibitor’s Diary The Ultimate Event in the Gardening Calendar, the Chelsea Flower Show, as experienced by Nan Quick. »

Shopping Charleston Charleston shopping is great fun! Jamee Gregory shows you why ... »

Lulu Frost: All in the Family Despite the name, there's nothing even remotely frosty about Lisa Salzer, the talented brainy beauty behind the buzzed-about jewelry line, Lulu Frost. »

My Mom, The Fashion Fanatic Fashion was Eleanor Sarko's religion. She was a true believer whose faith was deep and unwavering ... »

Made in America Prairie New York's charter to Save the Garment District. Plus, news from their Sample Sale!! »

An Apple-a-day keeps the wrinkles away Clark’s Botanicals Launches New Cellular Lifting Serum - Now Available at Saks ... »

BARA'S BEADED BAUBLES Bara de Cabrol is a Pop princess, a baroness and a mom ... »

The Harlem Shoptrotter The Harlem streets are bustling and friendly and the shops are as diverse and exciting as ever ... »

Best Dressed for Less Americans have been reeling from high-end clothing ticket shock for some time ... »

Shopping on the first sunny spring day Finding myself on Mercer Street on the first sunny spring day I was drawn inside ... »

Fashion Rewind: The '80s We traded the Polaroid for a Digital last decade, but are we really ready to call the 80s Vintage ... »

JEWELRY DIVA JANIS GOES SOLO “Janis Savitt? You know Janis Savitt?” ... »

Istanbul Shopping Diary A shopping tale galore in Istanbul, Turkey ... »

Shopping with Mother in Chicago “Mother, I’m coming to visit!” ... »

Haute Contour for your Haute Couture If you ever browse the Party Pictures pages on NYSD ... »

Seeing Green If you’ve got the luck of the Irish ... »

Girls' Week on board the Lady Allison What could be more fun than an invitation from a very good friend ... »

Christian Louboutin's Marie Antoinette Collection Christian Louboutin's Limited Edition collection, inspired by Marie Antoinette arrives on Madison Avenue today... »

Dianne Brill Gets Skin Deep The Place to go for all your make-up needs. »

Charms We could all use a little luck these days, don’t you think? »

Where The Pros Go Anita Sarko takes us to Alcone ... »

London Shopping Diary Nan Quick discovers five treasures in London ... »

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