Category: ‘trends’

You Can’t Have Alexander Wang’s $850 Rocco Bag, Even If You Can Afford It

It is, frankly, a really nice bag.

Alexander Wang’s Rocco bag, a stud-bottomed, embossed-lambskin duffle, is “available” for purchase on his site today, but it’s already sold out.

alexander wang rocco bag

If you want to know when it’s back in circulation, set a notification on Net-a-Porter, where the bag is hiding under the name “Coco Mini studded leather bag” – rest assured, though, this isn’t the light-blue leather version that’s usually called the Coco: Net-a-Porter’s description clearly states that this one is black.

Barneys already has a waiting list of over 400 for the Rocco, and Wang says the company is going to have to produce extras just to make sure there’s stock in-store.

If you want your embellished black leather duffel now, we suggest Juicy Couture’s Etiquette Tote or Tory Burch’s Military Satchel – both are about the same size as Wang’s Rocco, and will set you back less than $500.

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Spending even less on your bag? Shop our favorite Handbags Under $250.

You Knew This Was Coming: “Vampire Style,” Because Vampires Are So Hot Right Now

The vampire fashion thing has been brewing for a while, and now Twilight, Vampire Diaries, and of course, Halloween right around the corner have combined to form a perfect storm of vampire style, from fashion to beauty to bath toys.

This morning, we took the best of the lot (and most reasonable – everything’s under $100) onto WPIX – find them below, with info on where to buy.

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Jewelry: To be completely overt about your vampire reference, wear Jules Smith’s Edward’s Smile necklace – it’s a gold or silver set of teeth, fangs and all. More subtle: a dark, studded DiManno Designs cuff, or a Michele Baratta necklace – this one has a cross to ward off the bad ones.

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Makeup: Luna Twilight’s New Moon-inspired makeup is out just in time for the movie premier: the Twilight-inspired packaging, illuminated body glow and pretty lip gloss colors are perfect for Halloween or everyday wear.

2enlight10 clutch

Handbag: This black leather clutch from 2Enlight10 has piping that glows in the dark, which will probably come in handy, since all the vampire action seems to happen at night.

halloween rubber duckies

Kids stuff: One surefire way to make a vampire less scary: turn it into a rubber ducky. This one from Just Bubbly comes pre-stocked (as do his other Halloween-themed friends) with soap that squirts out when you squeeze him

dayna decker candle

For the home: DayNa Decker’s vamp-y candles actually crackle when they’re lit, and the sleek black containers have a luxe bad-girl feel.

Our Favorite Fall Shoe Trends (That You Can Win)

Today on Better.tv, we showed off our favorite fall shoes – and because we think they’re so great, we’re also giving you a chance to win a pair from three of the brands featured. Read on to find out how.

cynthia vincent reva over the knee bootnicole right now over the knee boot

Trend 1: Over the knee boots

This up-to-there footwear is definitely trendy, but this season we’re looking for pairs that are simple enough to have staying power that lasts into next season, too.

The Cynthia Vincent Reva ($270) and Nicole Right Now ($175) are both ideal for this purpose, in versatile neutrals with fold-down cuffs and reasonable heels.

cynthia vincent duke ankle boot

Trend 2: Ankle boots

The beauty of an ankle boot like this one from Cynthia Vincent ($350) is that you can wear it with almost anything: Opaque tights and a dress for some night-out attitude, wide-leg trousers at work for a classic look, skinny pants tucked in on weekends…the list goes on.

We’re giving away a $100 gift card to Piperlime, where all three of these boots are for sale. See below to enter.

sam edelman delancey flat

Trend 3: Pointy flats

This more refined take on the ballet flat is perfect for work – it’s elegant like a heel, but totally comfortable. We especially like the Sam Edelman Delancey ($110) – it’s lightweight and flexible, and come in pretty fall colors, in addition to basic black.

We’re giving away a pair of Sam Edelman shoes. See below to enter.

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Trend 4: Modern Mary Janes

Mary Janes are a slightly playful alternative to the everyday work pump, and Frye’s Betty Pump ($168) has a chunky, walkable heel we wouldn’t mind wearing all day.

We’re giving away a pair of Frye’s Betty T-Strap Pumps. See below to enter.


How to enter: Leave a comment below about your favorite fall shoes. One winner each will receive a $100 Piperlime gift card, a pair of Frye Betty T-Strap pumps, and a pair of Sam Edelman shoes.

1. Post a comment about your favorite fall shoes.

2. You must supply us with a valid email address and sign up for the SheFinds newsletter.

3. The contest starts now and entries must be date stamped by our server no later than Wednesday, October 21st 2009 at 11:59 AM Eastern Time to be eligible.

4. Three winners will be selected during a random drawing. The winners will be contacted and must reply via email as instructed in the newsletter to claim the prize.

5. No prize substitutions. Specific prize may vary based on availability.

6. You must be 18 years old or older to enter and a resident of the USA. Residents of the state of Florida are not eligible to enter; entries from the state of Florida are void.

7. No purchase necessary.

8. Void where prohibited.

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