Vogue.com - Wedding Guide 2011

Wow! I have been to my fill of weddings this year since the beginning of Spring, and they are knocking my summer blend socks off - BIGTIME!  You ladies really are doing it up!  Kate Middleton who?

I don't know if everyone has a little Preston Bailey and Mindy Weiss in their hip pockets or what?  Perhaps it's the resources shared on television shows like - 'Platinum Weddings' and David Tutera's 'My Fair Wedding', both incredible presentations depicting just how to make your dreamscape fantasies come to life.

Perhaps it's the other best keep secret is Vogue.com Wedding Guide 2011!  You can read more of their recommendations here... I grabbed just a parcel of it to whet your appetite.  Get a big plate, you're going to get very hungry for more!

Need I really say whose shoes these are???? I didn't think so!

Stationary by Paperless Post

All images via Vogue.com

The many looks of Vogues Hamish Bowles

Man about town, Vogue Magazine's European Editor at Large since 1995 - Hamish Bowles.

At Vogue since 1992, where he began his long standing relationship at the helm as Style Editor.  In April 2001, he was appointed Creative Consultant at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, in New York.

Mr. Bowles, has appeared in film as well, on both Gossip Girl and Wall Street: Money Never Sleeps.

Not to be overlooked is his exquisite collection of haute couture, I would love to rummage through.  Mr. Bowles, may I please visit your collection?  Generously, several pieces have been lent to Costume Institute of the Metropolitan Museum of Art.

The Ralph Lauren Collection...The Art of the Automobile

Ralph Lauren presents his much coveted automotive collection at Les Arts Decoratives in Paris through August 28th.  To explore the entire collection read more about it here.

There's more to the 'destination' when this is how you get there. 

Ines DiSanto...Gasp and Swoon 'Tighty Whities'

Ines Disanto is an Italian born designer of bridal with a delicate, discerning and sophisticated eye.  She is absorbed with tailoring, fit and comfort.  Here are some of the best of her Summer presentation.

www.inesdisanto.com

The Bachelor...

The July 2011 issue of Architectural Digest is yet another example of why AD is so friggin' hot again!  It is a virtual variety of projects from the illustrious Elizabeth Taylor residence (now on the market for $8.6 million dollars) and other traditional architectural styles in Hombly Hills, California and the Dominican Republic, to modern residences.  It is worthy cover-to-cover.

But what really caught my eye is this...

So the story goes, 'the bachelor' moved from Seoul, Korea to California to New York.  Landing in this 4,000 square foot loft.  Architecture and design were extremely well executed by David Mann and Brett McCullen of MR Architecture + Decor.

Large windows face the Hudson River, on all three sides of the loft.  It has been furnished with cowhide covered Arne Jacobsen Egg Chairs, a vintage Bodil Kjaer desk of rosewood and a custom made goat hair Ball chair from Soroya Ltd.  Okay, so the place is gorgeous!  Nuff said!

 Now you know, this is where "the magic happens". 

One of the wonderful finds in Tribeca's many lofts are the rustic original details and artifacts left behind, from their former glory.  I love this sliding door.

I am sure you agree...he won't be living here by himself very long...

Eyebobs... Decorate your pupils with style...

I have a new shopping site to share with you all!  With eyeglasses suddenly being the hottest style essential (even for those who would'nt be caught wearing them) years ago... I have found an essential sight (pun) with prices so inexpensive (starting at $64.00 USD) - well you can have a pair for every day of the week.

Eyebobs, is the place to go!  They offer styles for men and women, they are non-prescription but offer 'magnification' reading lenses.   They also offer bifocal lenses.  Many frames have  dual materials on the inside and outside of the frames.  Eyebobs is the express lane to looking great and being able to read all the text on your new ipad2.  They even have bamboo frames for the eco-friendly design officinado.

Check them out and let me know what you think - okay!

Friends In Deed... Support the arts!

In sync with my earlier post today regarding 'Living with Art'... I have just received an invitation to attend the Friends In Deed Cocktails and Auction on Wednesday, June 1st. 6:30 p.m. at the Phillips du Pury & Company auction house here in New York.  Spearheaded by 1stDibs' Michael Bruno, Andy Cohen and Calvin Klein's Francisco Costa. 

It may be gauche to post the invite but it's for a worthy cause.  What can be better than supporting art and people in need?  Incredible photographers works will be presented.  Amongst them... Francesco Scavullo, Diane Arbus, Patrick Demarchelier, Todd Eberle, Ron Galella (famous for his many Jackie O images), Herb Ritts, Deborah Turbeville, Firooz Zahedi, Ellen Von Unwerth and Bruce Weber.  These are just a few mentions.  The list is extraordinary!  And those close to me already know I love photographers!  Come on! let's fill up those walls!

If you can attend and support the cause, please do.  Tickets are $100.00 USD for auction and cocktails.

Phillips du Pury & Company

450 Park Avenue (at 57th. Street)

New York, N.Y.  10022

Call 1 800 996 5433

mcohen@friendsindeed.org

Now that's a dress!!!

Now this is what you wear for a grand entrance an exit!  This is likely to be the most photographed dress of the day...

Giovanni Battaglia made all the guys (and girls) in the room go gaga when she wore this beautiful little  BIG stunner by Rudi Gernreich at the amFar Cinema Against Aids Event.

Photograph courtesy of Style.com

Living with...Art

One thing that gives me a great deal of pleasure is visiting aome of my old friends - books and magazines.  Thumbing through House & Garden, November 2007 I came across the residence of Estee LAuder's John Demsey and his wife Anouschka.  

Sure the residence located in the Museum of Modern Art Tower has a great view, is high above the city and surrounds it's occupants with incredible vintage and new furnishings.  But what I really love about it is ... the art!

One of my favorites is 'Smoke Rings' by Donald Sultan.

Come on! Who doesn't love a monkey wearing a mask?  This photo was taken by Albert Watson.  I would live a copy of this Mr.Watson!

 

If you are lucky enough to have lots of walls to accomodate it, and you love it... what can change a room faster than a revolving art collection?  Not much, the bigger the better!  Mix colorful with black and white, serious with whimsy.  Come on, a monkey wearing a mask?  Indeed yes!  So find yourself some kindergarten kids and finger paint with them and frame it in something special - and get it up on the wall!  - STAT!

Guaranteed, you'll have alot of fun doing it!

Ralph Lauren brings another gem to Soho

On one of the top ten beautiful days in New York, our fashion Royal Highness, Mr. Ralph Lauren has only moments ago opened another of his majestic gems here in Soho this morning.  I always have such a great time with his store openings.  Even after eight years with the company, I still herald in the glory of another opening.  It's always such fun to see the staff and employees who've worked so arduously on the store, decked out in the latest seasons garments.

I didn't have much time, so I just breezed through the first floor.  It houses all the lines and the shoe salon looked fresh, colorful and divine.  I will take more time next time, and provide more shots I promise!!!

I predict it will be another winner!

No wonder my Ralph stock is doing so well!  He keeps bringing it.  I love you Ralph!

Ralph Lauren

109 Spring Street

New York, New York