Category: Fashion

Marc Jacobs Fall/Winter Hot Pants

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marc jacobs hot pantsBy now, you’ve probably heard that we are experiencing an extremely warm winter here in New York. It’s been about 65 degrees and I am praying that it stays that way! In honor of this beautiful weather, I decided to try those impractical-looking hot pants you’ve seen on the runway for the fall/winter? I first spotted them in Marc Jacob’s Fall 2013 fashion show (with the giant sun below) and thought they were fabulous but in that snow, I just didn’t see it happening.

Well, I love these Marc Jacobs hot pants and you can pair them with those see-through skirts to make a bold statement. Not for the faint of heart but absolutely fabulous.

 

NEW YORK, NY - FEBRUARY 14: Models walk the runway at the Marc Jacobs Fall 2013 fashion show during Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week at Lexington Avenue Armory on February 11, 2013 in New York City. (Photo by Peter Michael Dills/Getty Images)

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Photo Credit: Eugene Manning

Sincerely,

“Fashionably-Late”

Malinda F. Knowles

Winter Getaway: Chanel Resort 2016

DSC074CHA_1698Going away this winter? I might be among those flocking to tropical locations like Florida soon and am excited by some of this terrific resort wear! ModaOperandi is selling some of the best pieces including this Dolce & Gabbana cotton ruffle crop top and Agua de Coco bikini top and bottom. 

Anyway, check out some of these beautiful Chanel Resort 2016 runway looks!

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Sincerely,

“Fashionably-Late”

Malinda F. Knowles

Gold Metallic Skirt and Black Friday Deals

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Hope you had a Happy Thanksgiving! It’s Black Friday and you know what that means. All of these deals, coupon codes and discounts– who doesn’t want to shop this weekend?

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Check out some great deals below and photos of this beautiful gold metallic skirt from Ralph Lauren. Metallic pleated skirts are definitely a thing this season.

  1. Rag & Bone – 25% off sitewide, free shipping with code BF25
  2. House of Holland– 30% discount and 80% off Resort 2015
  3. ModaOperandi– Up to 50% off some styles, with an extra 30% off with code EXTRA30
  4. Nordstrom– Up to 50% off for Black Friday

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Photo Credit: Eugene Manning

Sincerely,

“Fashionably-Late”

Malinda F. Knowles

Spring Fashion Sketch, Art Gifts and Therapy

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As the weather starts to turn to winter, I am reminiscent of this past summer. And I am already looking forward to Spring 2016.

After having finished FIT, I’ve been on the grind working on some special projects including new artwork and fashion sketches. Art has been my therapy for years. I can get lost with a brush and some color.

Speaking of artwork, we’ve got some great prints that would make fabulous holiday gifts. We can also take your favorite print and make pillows, coffee mugs and other items. Head over to the artwork shop and inquire within for more info!

Sincerely,

“Fashionably-Late”

Malinda Knowles

Surfing a Tsunami

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“Fashion is by definition a reflection of what is going on in the world. We live in a moment of total disruption as our tools change and the speed increases. Everyone is surfing a tsunami, trying to understand how to deal with waves of so much information, so many images. As always when in periods of change, clarity and quality become imperative.” – Diane von Furstenberg

The Most Amazing Indian Inspired Coat You’ve Ever Seen Plus This Sold Out BodySuit

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While walking in Soho the other day, I stumbled upon the DSquared2 store and was blown away by their Fall 2015 Collection. You can see things on the runway but in person, it’s a whole different ball game. Anyway I came upon this amazing coat that is just to die for. They told me the coat was about 45K! The coat was just dripping in luxury goodness and I could only imagine how warm and fashionable you could be in the winter.

They also had this amazing bodysuit that is completely sold out! Ciara wore it for Vanity Fair Italia’s October issue and I guess everyone wanted them. I’ve got a find a pair of these!

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Sincerely,

“Fashionably-Late”

Malinda F. Knowles

Tom Ford Fashion Film with Lady Gaga for Spring 2016

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I’m all here for a good fashion film, especially when it’s to debut a new collection. After enjoying my Tom Ford knee-high boots, I am a big fan. Lady Gaga is always popping up in some of the most creative spaces. “Instead of having a traditional show this season, I decided to try something new. I wanted to think about how to present a collection in a cinematic way that was designed from its inception to be presented online,” Tom says. Bravo, Tom, Bravo.

Construction Zone for Moschino Spring 2016 Milan Fashion Week

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Creativity ran abound during the Milan Fashion Week Moschino show. A construction zone and cleanup was the inspiration. I just loved the accessories in this show! Who would ever have thought that those construction cones would make a great hat? Bravo for originality Moschino!

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Sincerely,

“Fashionably-Late”

Malinda F. Knowles