Recent Purchase: Louis Vuitton Speedy 40

So today I got my first Louis Vuitton Speedy 40 bag [$825]. No, it wasn't my birthday I just finally had the extra cash needed to finally fork over.

Being a smart cookie, I called ahead to have them hold the bag I wanted, Speedy 40 Monogram, before I even went to the store. I found out from one of the sales associates that the Speedy 40 is very popular and is always sold out. 

I demanded for it to be put in a box. How else was I supposed to carry it home? Not in my hands of course.

I was also informed that the Hot Stamping service that I've always been wanting as well is complementary.

Video: Burberry Prorsum Fall 2012 Runway Show

In case you weren't abe to make it to London to see the Burberry Prorsum Fall 2012 Womenswear for yourself, we got you covered with both the behind the scenes and the full runway show footage. Enjoy. 

I've never been a big fan of Burberry's shows, but the theatrics of the rain falling at the end adds such a nice touch to a big fashion houses show. It's called a runway show right? 

Bags: Louis Vuitton Men's Accesories Fall 2012

 Here are the super professional and masculine runway samples from the Louis Vuitton Men Fall 2012 show. No frou frou labels or monogram print here from Louis Vuitton this season. The focus is on the structured design and simplicity that a man needs from a bag.

To see the show in it's entirety, click here.

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Clothing Line: Karl Lagerfeld Creates Cheaper Line

Here is a little sneak peek of the 45-piece limited edition clothing line being relased by Mister Karl Lagerfeld himself for Macy's.

It Bag: Louis Vuitton Monogram Rayures Collection

The Rayures Collection from Louis Vuitton has been revisited this season giving respects to the original 19th century collection. What's different is the beige stripe that covers all over the signature Monogram Canvas.

This collection revisited is available in the Noé [$1800.] and Neverfull bag [$1250, $1330] and Insolite wallet [$790]. 

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Video: How To Pronounce Manolo Blahnik's Name

Here from Mister Manolo himself how NOT to pronouce his name.

Bag Sculptures For Sydney Louis Vuitton Store Opening

Kangaroo a staple in Australian wildlife. 

Koala Bear

Artist Billie Achilleos has worked with Louis Vuitton again to design adorable one of a kind animal sculptures completely out of small monogram printed handbag for the opening of the Sydney, Australia's store. 

We first looked at his work here when he was commissioned by Louis Vuitton to celebrate the 100th year anniversary of the SLG Savoir Faire Collection. 

Louis Vuitton Alligator 

The George Street Maison store location, will be the Louis Vuitton in Australia.

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Shoes: Louis Vuitton F/W 2012

Garconne "Tom Boy"

Glamourette "Glamour Girl"

Grand Soir "Ultimate Evening"

 Icone "Icon" 

For the new shoe collection, Fiesso d’ Artico atelier created four mini sub-lines that hits on the different styles of a Louis Vuitton woman. 

Video: Fatima B. Makeup Artist

Fatima B. Makeup is a professional makeup artist located here in Charlotte, NC. Here is promotional video shot by videographer Aaron Barnes. The full video is coming soon. 

Source: FatimaBMakeup.com

Tip: 7 Ways to Tie A Scarf

1. "The Turtleneck" is best done if you need to keep warm.  

2. "The Knot" is best worn when your outfit needs an acent. 

 3. "The Bow" very elegant perfect when wearing something formal and can be kept on during an event. 4. "The Loop" probably the easiest and most worn style. 

 5. "The Cris Cross" is once again a elegant way to style. 

 6. "The Cardigan" is not necessarily a "tie" but an accent to an outfit. 

 7. "The Circle/Infinity" are all the rage this season since they offer so many options built right in.

Source: YouTube.com/MichellePhan

Hot or Not: New Louis Vuitton Pulsion Collection

To continue working on the Lockit bag, Louis Vuitton made some more modifications to the classic handbag and tote style included in the Pulsion Collection Fall/Winter 2011 

The Lockit and Lockit Voyage bag [$3450, $6100] come completely covered in 100% sheepskin on trimmings, handles and key pulls while the inside it is covered completely with calfskin. 

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Video: Street Style Photographers Behind The Scenes

Street Style blogs are one of the most popular things in the fashion industry right now. They are all over not only in NY, but across the world. They have Bill Cunningham and Scott Schuman to thank.

They are so important popular right now because fashion citizens want to see what others are wearing. They want to know how people are interpreting or creating their own trends.

Street style is not new but not is really new in the fashion industry. Check out the video above to see todays street style photographers catching stylish people on the streets of New York at fashion week.

Source: NYTimes.com

News: Louis Vuitton Island Opens In Singapore

September 18, 2011, Louis Vuitton has opened it's 12th Island Maison store in Singapore to supply the needs of high-end retail in that area. The Island Maison it located on the waterfront of the Marina Bay promenade.

Visitors can visit the island by bridge, boat or and from the Marina Bay Sans mall via tunnel. Louis Vuitton Island also has a bookstore and art exhibit to view while your there.

This store has to be a tourist destination in itself for anyone who loves Louis Vuitton. 

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Line: Louis Vuitton Spring 2012 Menswear

I usually don't like looking at Louis Vuitton RTW lines because their clothes just appear boring which is sad since they are one of the top fashion houses in the world! I usually can say that their clothes are not 'different'. This season on the other hand gives me a new vibe that I am liking. 

The cuffed pants and the oversized-scarfs are things that the average person can try. Yes, it's not innovative like I like, but it's just so cohesive that this needs to be talked about. This entire just looked sophisticated and approachable over-all. 

Source: Style.com

Recent Purchase: Louis Vuitton Insolite Wallet

Early Birthday gift I got from my boyfriend! Anything from Louis Vuitton always makes a great gift. 

I had lost my old Coach wallet on my way back home from NYC so it's time for a replacement.

I love everything about the Insolite; it has plenty of pockets and card slots. This is a good wallet for me because I like to store little papers, receipts and notes so it doubles well for a great organizer.

Source: Vuitton.com

Animal Sculptures Made From Louis Vuitton Bags

Chameleon

Grasshopper

Beaver

To celebrate the 100th anniversary of the Louis Vuitton SLG Savoir Faire collection, designer Billie Achilleos was commissioned by the company to create an art exhibit strictly out of bags and accesories from the brand. 

To watch the creation of these sculptures and to meet the designer, watch here. 

Source: PurseBlog.com

News: Introducing The Speedy Bandouliere

Louis Vuitton has answered some prayers ladies and gentlemen! They have released a new Speedy bag design with a shoulder strap to relieve carrying with your hands. 

I own the Speedy 40 and it can get really heavy when it's full to capacity. Now the Bandouliere allows the functionality of a purse but now the ease of a messenger bag. 

This bag does not have the two tabs as the previous Speedy had at the end of the zipper track, but instead  brass hooks for the included leather strap. A cool thing added on as well is an additional zipper.

• Monogram Speedy Bandoulière 25 – US$1010
• Monogram Speedy Bandoulière 30 – US$1030
• Monogram Speedy Bandoulière 35 – US$1050
• Monogram Speedy Bandoulière 40 – US$1070

Source: Vuitton.com

Video: Meet The Sartorialist

Meet Scott Schumann the man behind the lens, and the blog, thesartorialist.com. He has been an inspiration to me as a photographer and a blogger.

If you have never followed his blog you'll finally learn about him and his craft. If you already do, you'll find an even great appreciation for The Sartorialist.

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Video: Why We Love Denim?

Denim has been around for such a long time and it's not leaving us anytime soon. It is such a favorite all around the world no matter what style or age.

Interviewee's on the streets of NY mention that "It can be worn with almost anything". Your not limited to the type of look to go for with denim. Denim is also a favorite by all because "it's comfortable". A good pair of jeans can last you years. A staple item like that would make anyone want to own them.

Now that jeans now come in all different cuts and colors, you can wear a different pair of jeans everyday of your life if you wanted to. As jeans age you can see the tears in them that are now a style. The more holes in your jeans the better. Most companies mimic that in their productions.

Get some good pairs of jeans that fit you and you can't go wrong.

Source: H&M

If He Can Rock A LV Purse So Can I

I plan on purchasing the Neverfull GM very soon. I didn't know how it would look on me. 

I guess I found my inspiration.