Thanks Santa!

Well….I was only half joking when I wrote my Christmas wish list on here…but Santa! have read my blog!…

 … and took it seriously.. ;) …oh well Santa, I’ve been half nice ;)

So... Thanks so much Santa Mommy for my Gucci flora,  and Santa Gwen for the mini one for my bag! ;) I’m addicted to it!

  for the lovely boots…Santa Vanessa, many thanks! I luv it, luv it, luv it! : - )

& for my kindle! Thanks for the amazon gift card Santa Allan, Gwen & baby Matt.

et merci Santa Mike pour mon  gloves

(Don't worry if your gift is not here...I’ve only covered the gifts I received that are in my original blog wish list...so thanks everyone for all the warm wishes and great gifts!)

…..Next year…I’ll make a longer list ;)

 Once again Merry Christmas & a Happy New Year! & I wish everyone the best of 2010!

Here's a link to the original wish list.

Day After Christmas Fashion Show

Join me this Sat. Dec. 26 at The Barrow GroupTheater NYC for a fashion show, cocktails, hors d’oeuvres, dinner, after show party, open bar. DACFS.

My collection will be shown with 2 other designers.


20 % of the tickets sale will go to Parkinson Disease Foundation and The Barrow Group Theater
Here's the details from the site:
The DACFS (Day After Christmas Fashion Show) event will take place at the Barrow Group Theater-312 W 36 St 3rd Fl, NY, NY 10018 this Dec 26th 2009 from 7pm-12am. The event will start with an open bar wine tasting, vodka and champagne reception serving wine from multiple brands by Wine Events USA and TOP Notch Beverage (NY-Boston).

Hors d’oeuvres and dinner will be provided by the most authentic Italian restaurants in Midtown West. Taste Southern and Northern Italy homemade food provided by IL Punto Ristorante, Italia Mia and Mondo Ristorante.

 Champagne will be served as well and festivities will continue til 9:30 pm when the show will start. Watch stories take life on the runway with 3 designer collections: Mafer Couture representing the look of the NY socialites, Caeliel representing the look of  chic and fashionable women with formal wear and cocktails party looks. Also enjoy a silky lounging luxury collection from T-luxe on our gorgeous models from around the world.


After the show will be a press after party and open bar for all including press, designers, producer/assistants, photographers, models, djs and guests.

Tickets just went from $75, $50, $25 to $15/ per person. Thanks to our lovely sponsors who bought you part of your attendance tickets. So please take advantage of this holiday gift from TOP NOTCH, ANTAVENUES, WINE EVENTS USA, IL PUNTO, ITALIA MIA & MONDO. Purchase tickets here or rsvp to do it at the door.

more info about the show:

http://fashionablenewyorker.eventbrite.com/

http://www.dacfs.com/
http://www.avstylelab.com/
http://www.antavenues.com/
http://www.caelinyc.com/
http://caelidiaries.blogspot.com/

Christmas Wishlist [ Part Deux ]

(1)

I wish every kid in the world a lovely Christmas tree with gifts they love under it.

(2)

I wish everyone knows the true meaning of Christmas and why we are giving gifts.

(3)

Wish everyone knows the spirit of Christmas is found in our hearts

(4)

I wish everyone is with everyone they love

(5)
Hope, Love & Peace

love & more love....

See Christmas Wish list [ Part 1] here

Holiday Sale!

Take advantage of our holiday Sale

Dec 1 - Dec. 31!

 almost all items on sale 20 % - 50 % off!

One shoulder golden yellow silk brocade dress with pleated flower

detail and swarovski crystals. Fully lined with silk lining.

One Shoulder hot pink italian linen cocktail dress with pleated flower detail on shoulder.

Black confetti dot sequin dress, perfect for a night out with friends,

the biggest party in your city or a dream date with your honey.Fully lined with silk lining.

Off- white georgette blouse with scalloped edges

Click here to shop!

My Christmas Wishlist (Part I) :P

If Santa could read my blog he would stop by my roof and drop these gifts :)  ( I'll do my wishlist of all the things money can't buy on Wish list Part deux!)

(1)

Amazon Kindle 2 ( p.s. it's fine, if it comes with this guy :)

(2)

Halston City Suede Tight-High Boots

or

Giuseppe Zanotti Cindy suede ankle boots

(3)

Gucci Flora

(4)

Lanvin Two Strand Pearl bracelet

(5)

Pendentif Adamence :) Pendentif "Clochette" en forme de petite cage en or jaune 18 carats, renfermant un diamant de 0,20 carat. Collection La Belle et La Bête.

(6)

and everything she's wearing! :) doitinparis

Col Paule Ka

Marion Godart

by petite mendigote

Lanvin bag

:) that's it for now...hahaha! There's wish list # 2, 3,4,5 & 10! :) maybe...

See Christmas Wishlist Part Deux Here

Wonderful Thanksgiving

Wishing you all the joys of a wonderful thanksgiving

thanks to weheartit for the wonderful pictures

20% Off Fashion Linen 7-23 May 2010

How To Find A Job In The Fashion Industry

A blog reader emailed me and asked “ how do I find a job in the fashion industry?” So I jot down the following list to help her out and thought I would post this here to help anyone who have the same question. Just trying to help and giving my two cents, I’m not claiming to be an expert in this, in fact I would appreciate comments and additional information.

We’ve heard this before, it’s a tough economy. People are losing jobs and the ones hiring are more meticulous in choosing employees than ever before. It’s even harder when you do not know where to start. So here I’ve listed a few things that might be helpful to you & I added some job resources websites at the bottom.

1. Know exactly what you want to do ( Fashion Industry Careers)

So as not to get lost and waste your gas & time, before you travel you need to know your destination. The fashion Industry is HUGE. There’s a fashion designer, stylist, merchandiser, buyer, editor and so much more. I’ll give a summary/definition of some of the jobs I mentioned.

Fashion Stylist - From the root word style, stylists have an eye for style. They are responsible for bringing together the best pieces to create the best photos/outfit/look etc. They can work with magazines, celebrities, runway, catalogs, dress wealthy clients to events, commercials, films etc. Check out successful fashion stylists for reference like Rachel Zoe &Jeff Ihenando.


Fashion Designer - They conceptualize & make new clothing designs. They are responsible for researching trends, designing, creating, producing and promoting their lines. There are several jobs within this like, pattern maker, & technical designer. Also, most designers have specialized areas such as womens, juniors, evening, bridal, denims etc.

Fashion Merchandiser - they analyze retail and consumer trends, production costs and product direction.

Boutique Owner - A fun career to have, boutique owners have a huge closet of trendy clothes and accessories they share with their customers. They intertwine their business skill with fashion retail knowledge and style.
Fashion Illustrator - They sketch clothes and fashion accessories by hand or using softwares like CAD (computer aided design) and Adobe Illustrator. Most fashion designers do this themselves ( I do) but some not very good at drawing still hire professional illustrators, and others like magazines, catalogs and advertisers still use illustrators but most prefer photographers.

Fashion Photographer - well, surprise! They take & compose photos. Most photographers work for magazines, catalogs, fashion houses and books.
Fashion Buyer - they buy clothes for retail stores using their sense of style, trend & target customer knowledge.

Fashion Editor - they create content or supervise its process for fashion magazines, websites, newspapers, television etc.

So let’s say you already know where you are going, and sure as hell you have what it takes to do that, or at least have the passion to pursue that career.

2. Get Education The best foundation for a fashion career is to get a degree from good fashion schools like Parsons The New School for Design in NYC; Central St. Martins University of arts in London and so on . Schools teach you almost everything you need to know in your field, I said ‘almost’ because it is only by trying that you learn something fully. It also offers you the opportunity to network. Sometimes the best contact you have are your best buddies in school. Here you will see who’s good at sewing, merchandising, drafting etc. that you might need in the future. It is also good for your curriculum vitae or resume. But if you’re too cool for school and prefer to learn things your way. There are books and online tips and resources to help you know more about your chosen career and ways to hone your skills be it in drawing, photoshop or photography. After all, practice makes perfect.

3. Apply for a job
Well, after number two.. I’m not sure if you’re still there or you’re already in barnes and noble or other local bookstores or have filled out a form at some local schools. But anyway, when you think you got what it takes to do the job. Research related companies you want to work with, make a resume and cover letter. Depending on the job you want, some requires a portfolio of your past works, sketches, pictures etc. Start applying to them or you may visit the job resources sites I’ve listed below. You may start with an internship or assistant position and work your way up. And, always remember the quotes by Johann Wolfgang von Goethe “ Whatever you can do, or dream you can do, begin it. Boldness has genius, power, and magic in it“ & by William Hutchinson Murray “ The Moment One Definitely Commits Oneself, Then Providence Moves Too”

Fashion Job Sites:
Style Careers - http://www.stylecareers.com/
Fashion.net - http://www.fashion.net/jobs/
The Fashion Tool - http://thefashiontool.com/
24 Seven Inc - http://www.24seveninc.com/
Hint mag - http://www2.hintmag.com/index.html
Fashion Career Center - http://www.fashioncareercenter.com/
WWD - http://www.wwd.com/
http://www.jdoqocy.com/click-3906134-10378406

Miniature Sweetness

In spite of the heavy rain today I waited in line to get my miniature cupcakes at Baked by Mellisa on Spring Street. They are so yummy with flavors like Mint Chocolate Chip; Tie-dye; Cookies & Cream; S’mores; Cookie Dough, Red Velvet, Cinnamon & Peanut Butter Cup, there’s surely something for everyone!

look how tiny it is in my hands!

Who plays tennis in dress and heels? I do! ( don't try this at home) lol :))

Annika Teal dress will be available online soon.

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and lastly I found this lovely image on lookbook.nu from josefin j.

so dreamy. :)