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These Boots Are Made For Walkin’

Monday, August 23rd, 2010

It’s time to give your flip-flops the boot! This season, there are a ton of “summer boots” out that look amazing with sundresses, cutoffs and everything in-between! They’re an edgy, fashion-forward way to spice up any outfit; and bonus- you can carry them over to fall by adding a cute pair of tights or thick socks! Double duty is all the more reason to snag a pair today!

*Andrea Suede Cuff boots, $135, www.topshop.com

Ruffle Bags Are On The Horizon!

Wednesday, August 18th, 2010

Function over fashion has never sat well with us; why can’t we have both?! Well ladies, now you can!

AprilMarin will be introducing the new ruffle bag which is not only roomie enough for everything you tote around (believe me, I know how much stuff we manage to stick in our purses) but it’s also made out of 100% cotton so it’s machine washable! Adorable AND practical?! I’ll take 2!!

*Keep an eye out for pictures to come!!

Art For Art’s Sake?

Monday, August 16th, 2010

The August 2010 issue of Italian Vogue, which hit stands August 3rd, is shaping up to be quite the controversial issue. The topic in question? A photo spread shot by Steven Meisel which plays upon the recent Gulf oil spill. The editorial has received split reveiws; is it high fashion or just plain insensitive?

Tell us what you think…

Photos: Italian Vogue

What Women Want!

Wednesday, August 11th, 2010
On Thursday, October 7th, AprilMarin will be at the Castle in Tarrytown for WFAS FM’s What Women Want event!! So come out and show your AprilMarin Love; you’re sure to have a great night!!

“Food, shopping, massages, fun and so much more all in one place…what more could a woman want?”

103.9 WFASFM What Women Want Event at The Castle in Tarrytown, NY
Time: 6-10pm
Date: Thurs Oct 7
Hope to see you there!
For a full list of AprilMarin shows, boutiques and charity events- please email contact@aprilmarin.com

Connect The Dots

Tuesday, August 10th, 2010

Polka dots are popping up everywhere! This fun pattern was picked as a hot trend for resort 2011  in Women’s Wear Daily. Wear it alone or pair it with other patterns if you dare! Here are some of our favorite looks-

Shoshanna

Tucker

Tracy Reese

Lanvin Taking The Coasts By Storm

Monday, August 9th, 2010

The oldest French fashion house in operation now has it’s sights set on American coast to coast operations. With retail stores already in Florida and Las Vegas, the famed house has just opened up a 3,550 square foot store in New York City and another is on the way in California; The 6,000 square foot space will be on Rodeo Drive in Beverly Hills and is set to open in December. The highlight? An underground VIP entrance for celebrity clients dodging the paparazzi. Lucky for us, Lanvin has a line of perfumes that are just as popular and decidedly more affordable than the clothing!

Chelsea’s Big Day!

Tuesday, August 3rd, 2010

Never mind the near $3 million tab ($11,000 on a cake?!) and the indignant community of Rhinebeck, the highlight of Chelsea Clinton’s wedding was, without a doubt, her custom made Vera Wang dress. Wang has become almost synonymous with celebrity wedding gowns, and she definitely did the title proud with this one-

What do you think of the gown??

Arm Candy

Monday, August 2nd, 2010

This summer, tell your run-of-the-mill silver watch that it’s time to go (ha-ha)! Casio’s G-Shock Mini and Baby-G collection’s come in a myriad of fun summer colors sure to brighten up any outfit! Can’t choose one color? Buy them all and pile them on Á la Rihanna in her Rude Boy music video! www.casio.com

Hip Pouch, Waist Pocket…

Monday, August 2nd, 2010

…Whatever you want to call it, the fanny pack is back with a vengeance! The 90’s sensation took a nose dive for almost 2 decades, but it seems to be resurfacing  as a hot item. We have to admit, there are some cute styles out there, like this heavy metal pouch by Rebecca Minkoff ($245, shopbop.com)-

But is it cute enough to revive this trend? Tell us what you think!