55 Secret Street

@LOFT Spring 2012 Preview: Accessories by @Stiletto_Mom

With every cute outfit there should be fierce accessories.  Nichelle and I had the pleasure of viewing LOFT's Spring 2012 Collection at The Dream Hotel in New York City and choose a few of our favorite assesories from the collection. Bold bangles, snakeskin clutches and bags, flower belts and beaded necklaces were main attractions. Even though the weather is about to get cold I was excited to see all the color that is to come in the spring. Take a look at some of our favorites. 

Snakeskin Clutches and Totes

Color Blocking + Green bangles

Blue rings and bangles (I am so getting these bangles and the square blue ring)

Beaded Necklaces

Peep-toe Suede Ankle Boots and floral accented belts

Red and Netural tone leather sandals (red ones have my name on them)

Images: Nicole LaMons of www.PoisedforStyle.com

Breast Cancer Awareness Month: Citizen's Eco-Drive Watch: Susan G. Komen Edition

Citizen's Eco-Drive women's watch has a pretty face (soft pink dial, diamonds, sapphire glass and a stainless steel bracelet) but it's so much more.  It's water-resistant and powered by Citizen's Eco-Drive technology which means no batteries and worry-free showering. To top off its beauty and function, Citizen has donated $100,000 to the Susan G. Komen for the Cure Foundation. 

Citizen Eco-Drive Women's Watches: $395 (20-diamond bezel) and $325 (8-diamond dial markers) at CitizenWatch.com, Kay Jeweler's, Macy's.com or Helzberg Diamonds.

55 Fall Favorites: Incoco Nail Strips

After constantly being stopped just about everywhere (on the street, in line at Starbucks, and at least two cocktail parties) and quizzed about my Incoco nails, it's about time I finally brought them to 55 Secret Street.  Incoco is non-liquid nail polish that takes minutes to apply and lasts for up to 14 days.   If you have ever painstakingly polished your own nails only to smudge them just before they dry (and who hasn't) you will appreciate the ease of application and longevity of Incoco. And I'm willing to bet that you won't hurry back to liquid nail polish since Incoco comes in a variety of designs and colors that makes the effort for you. 

The short video below shows Incoco's manicurist applying the strips to my nails at Robert Verdi's Luxe Laboratory.  Every season, Robert presents up and coming brands just before they blow up and, believe me, he's picked another winner. 

 

Incoco nail strips in Cat's Meow and Written In The Stars, $10.99.

You Want This: BUILT + Alexander Girard Shoulder Bag

I can't tell you how much I love this bag. I am a true bag lady, carrying my life with me everyday, and I have been able to fit so much into this soft, sturdy tote without killing my shoulders. Books for class, makeup, my umbrella, flat shoes.

I had heard of Built, but after being introduced to it in person at Robert Verdi's Luxe Laboratory during New York Fashion Week last month, I have been carrying it just about every day. Thankfully, the artful design by Alexander Girard cuts down on the schlep factor considerably, no matter what I am wearing. 

I wish I could throw it in the washing machine, but the directions say hand wash, and I will follow because I want to keep this bag forever. And get a few more. 

BUILT shoulder bag by Alexander Girard, $69.