WWD: 100 Years, 100 Designers Book Party

 Pictured:  Bianca Jagger and Francisco Costa at the WWD Book Party last week at Bergdorf Goodman in New York.  (photo: Patrick McMullen)

Last week Women’s Wear Daily, (WWD) hosted a book party entitled: 100 Years, 100 Designers at Bergdorf Goodman in New York City. Executive Editor, Bridget Foley hosted the  launch for WWD: 100 Years, 100 Designers.  As indicated by its name, this is a commemorative book for the 100 year anniversary at Bergdorf Goodman. "100 Years, 100 Designers" pays homage to a century of WWD news and coverage, and 100 designers who have who have each left an indelible mark on the history of fashion and style.  The designers recognized in the book are among the most influential style icons and taste makers of our time.  The book is filled with hundreds of stunning photographs, lavish illustrations and also acknowledges the photographers, editors and illustrators who have made invaluable contributions to WWD for the past 100 years.  Some of my favorite designers, Norma Kamali, John Bartlett and Vera Wang, were on hand for the launch.  Also on hand, one of my favorite style icons, Bianca Jagger.  Bianca looked amazing ( and real)  as you can see from the picture!

Way, way before Twitter and the Blogs, the fashion feet on the street, and the voice heard around the world was Women's Wear Daily. I'm so glad to see a beautiful book like this on the market to celebrate the anniversary,

South Bay Galleria 25th Anniversary 80's Inspiration Contest!

Pictured: My updated  version of 80s' style with Lauren Conrad at Kohl's Pleather Jacket, foral top and tulle mini-skirt. (picture: M. Hall)

The month marks the 25th Anniversary of the South Bay Galleria.  I appreciate the Galleria being in my neighborhood and offering some great stores like Nordstrom's, Macy's, Banana Republic, The Gap, The Limited, Express and Kohl's.  Living in Los Angeles, I spend way too much time driving around in my car, so I want to say a big thanks to the Galleria for offering some great shopping just 10 minutes from my home.  Many malls in the beach cities have closed, so it's amazing that South Bay Galleria continues and still brings us great style and events close to home!

A group here in LA of fellow bloggers, Two Point Oh LA  is having an 80's inspiration contest to celebrate the 25th Anniversary of the South Bay Galleria.  The Galleria got started in the 80's so just picture the mall with all those leather jackets, leggings and big hair filling the scene.  I have to be honest, the 80s weren't my favorite period of fashion.  My chief memories of the period are of Madonna in Desperately Seeking Susan in her leather jacket, black  lace bow headband, mini-skirt , tights, and heels.  So, where to go in the Galleria to replicate that look? Well, Kohl's of course, because they always have a little bit of everything.  For my inspiration, I went first to the Lauren Conrad collection and paired the pleather/ faux leather jacket with the olive green floral top and the short peach/pink tulle skirt.  The whole look is under $150.00.  Here's a close up:

Pictured: My up close LC Collection look, Kohl's thanks for lending me a mannequin to style! (photo M. Hall)

But there's way more than Lauren Conrad at Kohl's to complete the 80's vision of chic.  I took at stroll over to the Candies' department and the new Britney Spears collection screams 80s.  So do the Candie's jewelery and accessories.

Pictured: Candie's Pink Top with Black Skirt and Glitter belt (photo M. Hall) , Kohl's thanks for lending me a mannequin to style!

And if you really want to get 80s inspired, check out the Candie's bling and the same black lace headband Madonna wore in the Holiday video.   It's like a  Madonna time capsule.  Check these out.

Pictured: You can get the Madonna "Like a Virgin" Accessories at Candie's at your local Kohl's

 Pictured: Candie's also features plenty of  80's style bling with their jewelry collection.

 Pictured: For 80's style footwear, these Simply Vera, Vera Wang platforms might just fit the bill.

For more 80s inspiration, check out my Polyvore storyboard of 8'0s looks from Kohl's.  I could see Pat Benatar in any one of these!

Pictured: My 80s styles from Kohl's using Polyvore.

So Happy Birthday South Bay Galleria.  Here's to 25 more years of fashion trends!  I hope to see all my fellow Two Point Oh LA members in South Bay at the mall from 1-3 pm on Oct. 30, 2010 for the styling contest to see which 80's trend is the winner.   And special thanks to Kohl's in the South Bay Galleria for letting me bring my camera into the store and play with the clothes to get my 80's groove on.

Project: Style Live Style-Off with Nick Verreos at South Bay Galleria

 

 My local mall, the South Bay Galleria is turning 25 years old!! Happy Birthday to the premier shopping spot in the Beach Cities.  If you are in the South Bay on Saturday, Oct. 16th, join Nick Verreos, fashion designer and former Project Runway contestant to name the Project: Style Top Trendsetter for South Bay Galleria. Nick Verreos will be available to answer your fashion questions and reveal the secrets behind the hit show, Project Runway.

• 2:00pm | Center Court
• Only at South Bay Galleria, Redono Beach, CA  

I love Nick's  fashion line Nikolaki and it's elegant gowns.  South Bay Galleria is offering attendees the chance for a private meet and greet with Nick.  Here's what you need to do. Simple Text TWEET to 55800 to be invited to a PRIVATE Meet & Greet with Nick Verreos of Project Runway.

Dine LA Restaurant Week : Oct. 10-15

If you live in Los Angeles, you may want to take advantage of DineLA Restaurant Week.  Some terrific restaurants are offering meals for $26, $34 or $44.00, that would usually cost much more.  It's an opportunity to eat at some great spots, for less than regular prices.  Click here for details.  As part of LA Restaurant week, dine 3 times at participating restaurants and get an American Express $20.00 statement credit .

Hudson Jeans Blues Traveler Campaign offers Fabuless Prizes

Pictured: Mick's girl, Georgia May Jagger in Hudson Jeans.

HUDSON Jeans has launched "The Blues Traveler," campaign in collaboration with Nordstrom and Vogue The program began Saturday, October 2, 2010 and will extend through November 15, 2010. Shoppers will have the opportunity to win amazing prizes, courtesy of HUDSON Jeans, including a grand prize Mini Cooper with custom HUDSON branding; a second prize five-night trip to and third prize behind the scenes at a "Vogue Studio" advertising campaign shoot. Register at www.promotions.vogue.com/hudson.

 Plus.... Look for a special event at South Coast Plaza (November 6th) hosted by HUDSON Jeans and Vogue.

Calling California and Nevada Cooks: Albertson's Cookware Intervention Contest

In the current economy, more of us are dining at home and experimenting with new recipes. You name it, people are cooking from the Food Network, Bravo's Top Chef, Rachael Ray, Martha, Epicurious and of course food bloggers, becoming a  frugal foodie is a new art. So  it's a brilliant time for a contest offering entrants new cookware.  Albertsons Super market will be awarding a prize called a “Cookware Intervention” (an 8-piece set of professional cookware) to five lucky winners in celebration of the new professional cookware now being offered in  their stores.  (The contest is open to CA and NV residents, only.) To enter, simply visit www.albertsons.com/intervention and upload a photo of your worst “cookware catastrophe”, along with 50 words describing why you need a cookware intervention. If you burned the stew, or your favorite dish, now it the time you might be able to make that disaster pay off. The full rules and details are on that site.   Good luck bargainistas!

Starbucks I LOVE Fall Sweepstakes: Enter to win a free shopping spree

So I'm looking through People Magazine this weekend, as is my custom, and I see one of my Los Angeles Blogger Buddies, Barbara Horowitz, featured in Starbucks Ad/Contest! Starbucks is having an I Love Fall Sweepstakes. If you're interested in a free trip to Hollywood, California, and a free $1, shopping trip with Stylist Barbara Horowitz, click here to enter. Oh yes, what are the fall trends? Well according the the Starbucks ad, they are:

• Miltary Style, 
• Boots
• Men-inspired
• Bold Lips, Smoky Browns and of course Mocha (like Coffee, surprise!)

 I'm a big fan of contests, and games of chance.  After all, check out the laptop I won, and enter to win the one I'm giving away!