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Since we at casa naranja serve only to please our members, we rejoice at being able to bring to you what is surely one of the Latina fashion revolutions of the year. I hope by now you are craving to find out what has got us so hot and excited here at CN….well we are excited to introduce you to our newest contributor, Fashion Expert Lilliana Vazquez!
She is also the creator of The Cheap Chica’s Guide to Style, a daily blog all about fashion, beauty and style... on a budget! Cheap Chica’s features the best in frugal fashion, celebrity looks for less, budget beauty and online shopping deals that you can't find anywhere else! With daily updates and deals, it has become the go-to destination for fashionistas who might be cheap, yet totally chic!
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Printopia
The CheapChica, Lilliana Vazquez, helps make high-priced Runway fashions
a reality!
An eclectic mix of folkloric and abstract patterns made it down various runways during Spring 2009 Fashion Week, but the one collection that truly stood out from the rest was that of Matthew Williamson. His use of color, scale and variety created some of the most exciting and fun looks that we have to look forward to this Spring!
This season it’s all about taking a risk with both color and patterns so
throw all those “are you sure this goes together”? and “does this match?” rules out the window. Look for feminine silhouettes in both short and long lengths and stick with loose, flowy fabrics to maximize the ethereal feel
of this look.
And while Williamson’s designer frocks will cost you about a month’s rent, here are some more budget friendly options (all under $100) that will let
you take this look from Runway to Reality!
Where to Buy
1 $27.80 Floral Maxi Dress, Forever 21
2 $82 Yumi Maxi Dress, ASOS
3 $98 Printed Maxi Halter, Arden B
4 $88 Dahlia Print Dress, ASOS
5 $19.99 Kimchi Wildflower Dress, Urban Outfitters
6 $100 Hurwundeki Dress, ASOS
7 $42.50 Printed Chifon Dress, Alloy
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Baby Alpaca Vest by Rosario de Armenteras
When of our favorite rituals at Casa Naranja is to peruse the Vivre catalog and conduct some serious fantasy shopping. We took pause when we encountered this masterpiece of a vest and were not terribly surprised to discover that the designer was none other than the Peruvian Rosario de Armenteras.
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Gilt Groupe
Bienvenidas Casa Naranja members!
You have been selected by the Gilt Groupe: Luxury Brands, Hand-Selected Styles, Sample Sale Prices... and You're Invited.
Sign up for your free membership at Gilt.com/Casa Naranja
The Gilt Groupe - a must must must favorite link -- is a website that offers high end designer merchandise at steep discounts. Think of it as a veritable virtual sample sale that runs 24/7. Oh, but there is a catch. Like anything worthwhile, access is oh so exclusive. But, no worries fashionistas, we've got you covered. For Casa Naranja members, Gilt Groupe is happy to pull back the velvet rope and welcome you with open arms to the on-line word of the most exclusive, Latina beloved designers - Caroline Herrera, Oscar de la Renta, Miguelina and many more. Membership has its privileges so what are you waiting for, log on to Gilt to enjoy yours. Did we mention you have a $10 credit off of your first order?
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Jami Rodriguez Jewelry
Jami Rodriguez Jeweler had us at cocktail necklace. Her collection is completely top shelf and just the right accent pieces to make the everyday outfit into a righteous Latina ensemble.
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Jemznjewels.com
yearning for a place to find your
kelly, fendi, and louis? could be
time to put pompous wait lists aside
and check out other options like jemznjewels.
make no mistake, this is no e-bay.
but you will find rare and coveted
accessories you can't find at your
favorite consignment shop (ahem,
can you say dollar?). and this isn't
your typical consignment shop. it's
actually a site that caters to high-profile
bag-aholics, socialites, and the
such from around the world. (think
pacific heights to park avenue.)
yves saint laurent, prada, cartier
(not bags, but do earrings count?),
and you get the point. in fact,
the owner actually makes it a point
to source her goods from pretty
reliable personalities (meaning
only worn once on the runway, 'cause
screen sirens don't go twice 'round.).
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Favorite
Shops
from Lucky
Mag
Barneys New York
660 Madison Ave.
212-826-8900
> barneys.com
The most avant-garde of the
department stores, Barneys is known
for its ever-inventive window displays,
and its ability to pick out new,
edgy lines before anyone else. The
more moderately priced Co-Op department,
on floors seven and eight, offers
a stellar denim bar, shoes, clothing,
makeup, and more, all of it fashion-forward
and fun.
Bergdorf Goodman
754 Fifth Ave.
212-753-7300
> bergdorfgoodman.com
Elegant but not afraid to take
chances, and this one-of-a-kind,
only-in-New York legend draws a
loyal clientele looking for classics
(say, a Fendi bag) to something
a bit less sedate (a bright Anna
Sui dress). Highly recommended:
the second-floor shoe department.
Borealis
229 Elizabeth St.
917-237-0152
This remarkably mellow Nolita boutique
carries the works of top emerging,
independent jewelry designers, such
as Sarah Perlis and Manon von Gerkan.
Buffalo Exchange
504 Driggs Ave., Williamsburg, Brooklyn
718-384-6901
This national chain one-ups most
used-clothing shops by making direct
trades a payment option. Stock rotates
regularly, so diehard hunters know
to go often.
C.O. Bigelow
414 Avenue of the Americas
800-793-5433
> bigelowchemists.com
This family-run Greenwich Village
apothecary has been filling prescriptions
and serving up the charm for 165
years. Shop for brands of toiletries
from yesteryear, stock up on everyday
essentials like toothpaste and shampoo,
and explore a huge range of new
high-end cosmetics, body, and bath
items, including imports from Europe
and Bigelow's own in-house line,
Alchemy.
Dear Fieldbinder
198 Smith St., Cobble Hill, Brooklyn
718-852-362
This boutique aims to make Smith
Street a destination for shoppers
as well as foodies, and stocks smaller,
sought-after lines like Rachel Pally,
Mona & Holly, A. Cheng, In the
Now, and more.
Domus
413 W. 44th St.
212-581-8099
Luisa Cerutti and Nicki Lindheimer
opened their eclectic Hell's Kitchen
housewares shop based on the idea
that "if you choose pieces
you really love, they will ultimately
all look great together." The
proof for this theory's all here,
in a colorful mix of European imports,
vintage goods, and one-off pieces
in styles that range from mod to
country.
Flight 001
99 Greenwich Ave.
212-691-1001
> flight001.com
We can always count on this
trendy travel-supply boutique for
its stock of chic, playful, and
colorful on-the-go essentials, including
carry-ons and totes, travel games,
pocket cameras, jet-lag remedies,
and candles for your hotel room.
Global Table
107-109 Sullivan St.
212-431-5839
globaltable.com
This small SoHo shop is jam-packed
with an impeccable and highly colorful
selection of tablewear and gift
items, ranging in style from supersleek
and contemporary to antique-y Asian-influenced
pieces. Expect unique and affordable
items in the $25 to $50 range.
Hable Construction
117 Perry St.
212-989-2375
> hableconstruction.com
The design team's West Village
headquarters is well-stocked with
the signature, boldly graphic totes,
storage boxes, quilts and textiles,
and stretched canvases (because
the fabric prints are gorgeous enough
to hang on the wall).
Intermix
125 Fifth Ave.
212-533-9720
1003 Madison Ave.
212-249-7858
365 Bleecker St.
212-929-7180
210 Columbus Ave.
212-769-9116
> intermixonline.com
This local chain always
has just what we need for everyday,
including the best T-shirts and
jeans, plus perfect party dresses,
with accessories to complete the
look. Also shop for private-label
separates.
Kirna Zabete
96 Greene St.
212-941-9656
> kirnazabete.com
The beauty of this spacious
and avant-garde (yet never intimidating)
clothing and accessories boutique
is its incredible mix of labels,
from Antoni & Alison to Luella.
The merchandise is equally brilliant—loads
of color perfectly balanced with
black and white.
Mick Margo
19 Commerce St.
212-463-0515
This gloriously-designed boutique
is tucked away in a quiet corner
of the West Village and stocks highly-coveted
clothes and accessories by Borne,
Foley, Lauren Moffatt, Lulu Frost,
Vena Cava, and more.
Noisette
46B N. 6th St., Williamsburg, Brooklyn
718-388-5188
The latest addition to the best
shopping strip in Williamsburg is
a quiet boutique that specializes
in French brands. Expect chic looks
from Parisian faves like Maje, Aoyama
Itchome, Sandro, and many others.
Oak
668 President St., Park Slope, Brooklyn
718-857-2080
The brilliant minds behind Williamsburg's
Canary—one of our very favorite
Brooklyn boutiques—opened
this shop in Park Slope. Find pretty
dresses by Prudence and Jenny Han,
loads of denim, and a nice selection
of delicate jewelry and street-tough
leather bags.
Rare Device
453 Seventh Ave., Park Slope, Brooklyn
718-301-6375
This teeny shop boasts an expertly-curated
selection of unusual books, chic
apparel, smart accessories, and
clever housewares by independent
designers. Don't miss owner-cum-curator
Rena Tom's own delicate jewelry
designs.
Steven Alan
103 Franklin St.
212-343-0692
> stevenalan.com
This shop is a hall-of-famer
for its always ahead-of-the-curve
selection. And at its excellent
sales, we always find what we're
looking for at a steal.
TG170
170 Ludlow St.
212-995-8660
> tg170.com
The first great boutique to
open on the Lower East Side, it's
still ahead of the trends. Find
indie designers you won't find everywhere
(or anywhere) else, plus clothing
from Jill Stuart, United Bamboo,
and Karen Walker, Bing Bang jewelry,
Tod Bags, and Orla Kiely accessories.
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