Be Bold!
March 14, 2008
From prints to colors, Bold is big this Spring!
Shoshanna Geometric Halter Dress
MICHAEL Michael Kors at Macy’s
images from saks.com, macys.com, revolveclothing.com, jodiarnoldnyc.com
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Yummy!
March 13, 2008
Simply fabulous Popcorn Truffles from POP! are almost too cute to eat!
Of course, who doesn’t love sweet and salty treats together!
POP! blends popcorn with fruit or chocolate confections, wraps it in more chocolate or fruity goodness, then freezes & drizzles each little treasure in more white chocolate!
Available in 6 flavors – Strawberry, Key Lime, Peach, Lemon, White Chocolate/Caramel & Dark Chocolate/Caramel from 3 Sisters Creative Specialty Foods in Atlanta…(they ship anywhere…expertly packed to remain frozen!)…Addictive!
images from popon-line.com
Jovovich-Hawk for Target
March 12, 2008
Target’s GO International lines have featured some great designers like Tara Jarmon and Paul & Joe and British designers like Luella. Target’s most recent designer launch is Los Angeles based Jovovich-Hawk. Jovovich-Hawk fills the store with ‘flirty styles with a vintage vibe!’
The model/actress/new haute-momma Milla Jovovich teamed up with Carmen Hawk in 2003 to design is new line. With a modern twist on feminine vintage looks, the line offers much needed flirty pieces to what has become such a contemporary market.
Sneek- peek below and click here for this Haute new line!
NOT So Haute Lipgloss
March 11, 2008
A great follow-up to our recent entry about lipgloss you SHOULD try – Totalbeauty.com just posted their ‘Lowest Rated Lipglosses’ entry. Luckily NONE of the ones we suggested made the list:)
Here are a few that were not so haute!…click here for the whole list.
Bobbi Brown Brightening Lipgloss
DuWop Elixrstix
CoverGirl Wetslicks Lipgloss Crystal Formula
HMS Interview: Carrie Valentine – carrievalentine.com
March 10, 2008
Carrie Valentine
Leather Goods Designer, Entrepreneur, Fashionista and one Hautemomma!
While most college students hit the local mall to buy bags for their school books or for nights out at the bar, Carrie Valentine designed her own bags to “purse-onify” every mood and occasion. Instead of the typical JanSport to lug around text books, Carrie created the Relaxed Chic, a simple yet roomy drawstring bag to store all her school essentials. Before a date to the formal with the cutie from chemistry class, Valentine whipped up the Confidence clutch to complete the perfect outfit. Soon enough sketches scattered her desk instead of essays…Carrie had found her calling…
Anxious to begin a career in the fashion industry, Valentine graduated from Gettysburg College a semester early in 2004. An introduction to an accessories buyer at Bloomingdale’s led to Valentine’s trunk show debut at the New York City 59th street location and the New Jersey Short Hills location. The shows were such a success that, a month later, her line was officially purchased by the department store… and Carrie Valentine, LLC has cultivated a following of fashionistas and celebrities who “purse-onify” themselves wearing the line ever since!
We are so inspired by Carrie’s style & success! Read on to discover what she finds Haute!
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Favorite vacation spot?
Any where that is warm and has a beach.
Favorite restaurant?
Dos Caminos in New York City.
Favorite hotel?
Definitely The Breakers in Palm Beach.
Cocktail of choice?
Kettle One and Tonic with Two Limes Please!
Favorite gift to give?
I love gift giving, and I really like to give people things that I know they will use.
Your favorite personal item?
My Love Bracelet.
Style Icon?
Gwen Stefani
Favorite designer?
I have many. I love collecting accessories and clothes from up and coming designers, but of course, I admire the work done by designers like Valentino Garavani, Miuccia Prada, and Kate Spade.
How do you define style? Any style Advice?
Style is very personal. You should only wear what is comfortable; When you feel comfortable you feel confident, and it shows!
Top of your style / wardrobe wish list?
I would love to get a new pair of shoes every day!
What is in your beauty bag?
I don’t wear a lot of make-up but I do not step outside without eyeliner and lip gloss.
How do you define true luxury?
Happiness with yourself.
Favorite mantra?
I AM THAT. It is very simple. You are who you are, and through every moment you must be true to yourself.
What motivates you the most?
The idea of creating something that compliments a persons beauty and accents their mood.
What do you love most about owning your own business?
When I see a perfect stranger wearing one of my designs, a smile creeps across my face!
Any advice for those wanting to start (create) their own venture?
It has been said that if you do what you love you will never work a day in your life. It is true. People will feel the positive energy from you and hopefully pass it along to others too!
Viktor & Rolf Flowerbomb…Haute
March 10, 2008
Everyone should have a signature scent…no that is not boring. As Coco Chanel said, “A women who doesn’t wear perfume has no future.”
My signature sent is Quelques Fleurs by Houbigant.
However, I recently purchased the Flowerbomb by Viktor & Rolf - full size: 1.7 oz. $95 – and it is wonderful! I am not sure if it is replacing Quelques Fleurs entirely, or anytime soon, but for right now I am loving it – definitely recommend it! This is the first perfume from V & R and the bottle is very cool, cut like a multi-faceted diamond.
“Flowerbomb is a floral explosion, a profusion of flowers that has the power to make everything seem more positive.” – Viktor & Rolf
Flowerbomb Eau de Parfum
Haute On The Web
March 10, 2008
Lucy Giraffe Belt
Shopadorabella.com – our Louisville gal!
Sally Billings Jewelry
A local Lexington artist!
HMS Haute Night at Trillium!
March 10, 2008
Haute New Store in Lexington!
Join HMS and Trillium
Thursday, March 20th – 6 – 9 p.m.
HMS Subscriber Exclusive Discount - 25 percent off entire store - including Belle Maison Antiques!
Browse the new arrivals: unique jewelry, home decor, the pet boutique, fabulous candle selection and much much more! Cocktails, light snacks and HMS Goodie Bag will be served!:)
RSVP today - hautemommas@hautemommastuff.com - you don’t want to miss it!
(We apologize for the technical difficulty in our recent newsletter with the RSVP link)
Browse the pics below for a sneek-peek!!
Haute Gloss
March 10, 2008
We all have requirements for the perfect gloss – no fading, extra glossy, not too sticky, not too smelly, variety of shades, no feathering - and so on and so on…
Here are a few we’ve tried – hopefully if you are still looking for the perfect gloss, one of these will be a haute pick for you. Tell us some you’ve tried and love.
1. Infallible 6 hour Lipgloss by L’Oreal
2. Glossimer Lipgloss by Chanel
3. LipFusion Color Shine
4. Clinque Glosswear
Pierre Hardy for the Gap
March 9, 2008
Pierre Hardy-designed shoes are finally available online and in-store at the Gap as part of their “European Collection”
The Flat Sandals (middle photo) are $78 and the Ballet flat & Platform Sandal are $98.
Images from gap.com
