A peep toe beauty – Sexiest shoe of the year
Every year, Footwear News, a division of Women’s wear Daily, has a vote to choose the sexiest shoe of the year. The winner for 2011 is far superior to last year’s winner, Christian Louboutini Maralena Stilettos, in style, design and price. While the 2010 winner was priced at $2,445, this year’s sexiest shoes cost a mere $695. Over 35,000 votes were cast online in the contest this time around. For you shoe fetish, below are the top three runners-up, followed by the winner.
Feast your eyes…
Third place in the sexist shoes vote — Chrissie Morris ($1365)
Second runner up — Prada ($1200)
First runner up —Jimmy Choo ($2095)
Winner of the sexiest shoes —Valentino ($695)
Post submitted by Ramola Poonai
Blog Anniversary Giveaway – Arrojo Salon Gift Basket
It’s so hard to believe that Delialicious Picks will be celebrating its one-year anniversary on October 31st. It’s been an amazing year, and to celebrate the blog’s anniversary, I’m so excited to announce that Arrojo Salons will be sponsoring our next giveaway – a gift basket of beauty products worth $100!
***This contest is closed to new entries***The #52 was selected by random.org. Congratulations to Lori Hart!!!***
Included in the gift basket are:
1. ARROJO Moisturizing shampoo & conditioner (8.5oz)
3. Volume Foam
5. Hair Cream
6. Refreshing Rhubarb Body Wash
Here are the rules to enter:
1. Leave us a comment here with your email (= 1 entry).
For Additional entries to increase your chance of winning:
2. “Follow” Delialicious Picks on Twitter then leave a comment here letting us know that you did (= 1 entry).
3. “Follow” Arrojo on Twitter then leave a comment here letting us know that you did (= 1 entry).
Each comment counts as an entry. The winner will be chosen using random.org. For example if the number 4 is selected and your comment is the 4th one down, you will be the winner, so multiple comments increase your chances of winning. You are only allowed one comment for each entry method.
Additional Rules: This giveaway is open to residents of the US only. You must be 18+ to enter. One winner will be chosen at random on October 31, 2011. All entries must be received by October 30th 11:59pm EST.
Visit Arrojo:
ARROJO SALON
180 Varick Street
New York, NY 10014
(212) 242-7786
Add a little Haloween to your Style
This may sound crazy, but Halloween is my favorite holiday of the year. Spooky ghouls and goblins aside, it’s the holiday that the closest to my birthday (October 25th), and the one time of year my Dietitian-father cannot scold me for hoarding copious amounts of chocolate-covered everything. It may not be common knowledge, but this blog was started on Halloween, hence the dark orange-gold and black color theme that pervades throughout everything Delialicious Picks related. And, I don’t know about you, but I plan to celebrate the month in style. Here are some chic, fun accessories that you can throw on to add the spirit of Halloween to your style.
1. Betsy Johnson Spider Charm Cuff Bracelet ($45; betseyjohnson.com).
2. Juicy Couture Limited Edition 2011 Pumpkin Charm ($75; juicycouture.com).
3. Stealstreet Raven Earrings Collectible Crow Bird Accessory Studs Halloween Jewelry($10.99; stealstreet.com).
4. Cara Accessories ‘Critters’ Pavé Spider Stretch Ring ($88; nordstrom.com).
5. Glow in the Dark GRIM REAPER Dangle Belly Ring ($11.99; amazon.com).
6. SilverBin Sterling Silver Oval-cut Created Amethyst Bat Necklace ($24.99; sears.com).
Fashionable ways to support Breast Cancer Research
October is National Breast Cancer Awareness Month, a national, annual platform that increases awareness about the disease, prevention and most importantly, raises funds to help discover a cure. There are so many fashionable ways you can help contribute to the cause, including wearing a Susan G. Komen for the Cure® Pink Ribbon, which can be sent to you after donating a gift of any amount. Click here for more information, and check out these chic fashion pieces, proceeds of which, benefit the fight against breast cancer.
GUESS Watches has teamed up with Susan G. Komen for the Cure® for the 4th year in a row, and will donate $21.00 from the sale of each "Sparkling Pink 2011" watch sold. The watch features a silvertone mixed metal bracelet, and is accented with small pink crystal accents around the top ring. It also includes the traditional breast-cancer pink ribbon in crystal on the dial. The super, chic pink box is included. (Guess.com; $105)
Jewelry Designer Maya Brenner created this "Five" necklace to support breast cancer awareness. The necklace is in honor of Lifetime Network's "Five." Directed by Jennifer Aniston, Demi Moore, Alicia Keys and others, “Five,” consists of a series of five short films exploring the impact of breast cancer on women's lives. The profit from the sales of the necklace will be donated to the National Breast Cancer Coalition Fund ($188; mayabrenner.com).
Betsy Johnson has been a breast cancer survivor for 11 years. In an effort to contribute to awareness of National Breast Cancer Awareness Month, every year she launches a special fashion line featuring clothing and accessories. A portion of the proceeds of all items sold will be donated to charity. (Pictured above - Breast Cancer Awareness 5 Stud Earring Set, $38 at betseyjohnson.com).
These trendy shades by Oakley will not only protect your delicate eyes form the sun, but will also make you feel good knowing that $20 from each sale of these special edition sunglasses will benefit the YOUNG SURVIVAL COALITION® (YSC), a non-profit network focused on the concerns and issues unique to young women affected by breast cancer (Pictured above: Dangerous; $180 at oakley.com).
Designer Spotlight: Barbara Campbell
Designer Barbara Campbell at her jewelry trunk show at Bloomingdale's SoHo in New York City.
This weekend I had the opportunity to stop by Bloomingdales in SoHo to check out the Black and Gold Jewelry Collection of Brooklyn-based designer Barbara Campbell.
Whether your style is edgy, chic, or sophisticated, there is something in this collection for you, which consists of handmade jewelry of vintage buttons, mixed-metal, leather, gold-filled and semi-precious stone.
Launched in fall 2007, each piece is carefully hand-crafted by Campbell, who became inspired to start producing her own line after her mother-in-law handed her natural rocks from the beaches of Montauk, and encouraged her to start designing.
Most noteworthy, nothing in the jewelry line is mass-produced, so you can be rest-assured that you will be the owner of a one-of-a-kind piece.
Click here to shop Barbara Campbell’s unique, handmade accessories online.
The Black and Gold collection has everything from long, crystal necklaces to wire-wrap earrings.
Black rain bracelets
Leather bracelets are one of the designer's best-selling items.
A close view of the intricate detailing on a Barbara Campbell bracelet.
Vintage button charm bracelets and necklaces.
BC chain maze earrings
Jet glass custom bracelet
Gold link bracelet
Organic elements are incorporated into some of the pieces.
Designer Spotlight: Micky London
I was delighted to have the opportunity to visit the showroom of the super trendy Micky London designer line this past Wednesday. The line was started by ultra-stylish brother and sister duo, Kabir and Abba Manchanda in 2009, after they found themselves unemployed due to the economic recession. Now, 3 years later, the brand has grown to consist of three different labels: Micky London, ML by Micky London, and SoHo 199.
Surrounded by colorful assortments of gorgeous scarves, stunning jewelry, and trendy hair accessories, there wasn’t one item in the showroom I wouldn’t want to own. The Micky London line’s signature item is, of course, the scarves, which are embellished with beadings, trimmings, and consists of soft fabrics with chic patterns.
The line is currently available in Nordstrom and Anthropologie, and will soon be available at other high-end stores.
Inside the Micky London showroom
Scarves are a signature item of the line.
Scarves feature intricate, sophisticated detailing.
Gorgeous cuffs with elaborate detailing
My favorite cuff on the table. I love how it dazzles!
The Micky London cuffs are definitely statement pieces.
So many diffrent styles to choose from!
Beautiful earrings
*All photos taken by and are property of Delialicious Picks
Brooklyn Fashion Weekend Spring/Summer 2012 – Part 2
This post is a continuation of Brooklyn Fashion Weekend Spring/Summer 212 – Part I ( October 1st shows).
Das Komitee
German-based designer Nina Athansiou presented the Spring/Summer collection from her fashion label, Das Komitee. Models slowly emerged like porcelain dolls against a soft melody; comparable to the kind of song you hear when you open a music box. Bright colors, short skirts, and free-flowing materials were distinct of the new collection, as well as pattern trimmings.
Ms Chalane
Ms Chalane’s line was introduced to us a plus-sized collection, but her Spring/Summer 2011 collection included pieces for all shapes and sizes. Soft fabrics, vibrant colors, jewel embellishments were major characteristics of this line.
J.Angelique
The J.Angelique Clothing line was the perfect way to end the show. Launched by designer Janelle Forde, the Caribbean -inspired women’s clothing line presented its Spring/Summer 2011, which was full of vibrant, chic and sexy pieces ranging from swimsuits, mini-dresses and jumpsuits. Interesting cuts, lace, and tropical colors filled the room. Models paid homage to the Caribbean by waving various flags from the tropical countries at the conclusion of the show.
Brooklyn Fashion Weekend Spring/Summer 2012 – Part I
On Saturday, October 1st, I attended one of the shows of Brooklyn Fashion Week{end} (BKFW), held at Industry City at Bush Terminal. BKFW is presented twice a year by Brooklyn Style Foundation, a nonprofit organization that provides emerging, low-income designers with the tools necessary to be successful in the fashion industry. This year’s theme was “Fashion Freedom.” Exciting up-and-coming designers from around the globe were given the opportunity to showcase their Spring/Summer 2011 collections on the runway from Sept 29th – Oct 2nd, 2011, which also benefited the MTV Staying Alive Foundation. Comparable to Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week, BKFW has become a powerful platform for designers on the verge of stardom to become a visible to media, buyers, and industry insiders.
Dramatik Fanatic
Edgy fashion designer and stylist Dramatik Fanatic (Rashard), presented his Dramatik Fanatic menswear & womenswear Spring/Summer 2012 on October 1st 2011 at BKFW. Known for his glamorous, over-the-top creations, this was one of the night’s heavily anticipated shows, and it delivered. Sequins, feathers, silk and bold colors bedazzled the runway with vivid, sexy, and unapologetic creations. Make no mistake, the pieces in the womenswear collection are not meant for the insecure, but cater to the confident woman, who doesn’t mind being the center of attention and having all eyes on her.
The menswear line did feature some sequin embellishments, but for the most part, was tamed, as it highlighted this season’s leopard print trend, small pops of color on solid shirts, and distinct shoulder padding designs.
I am completely obsessed with this piece! Adorned with sequins and feathers, this dress was definitely a showstopper.
Etxeberria
Designer Roberto Etxeberria reveled his Spring/Summer 2012 menswear collection on October 1st 2011 at BKFW. Deep blues, solid whites, and stripes ruled the runway, and were reminiscent of the sailor vibe meets effortless sophistication. There were many pieces that just screamed vacation, and made me wish I were in overseas watching these sharply dressed men walk the streets of Barcelona, where the designer currently resides.
