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Chanel’s Spring Collection 2015

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Although we always fancy Chanel’s beauty products and lines, their 2015 Spring Collection is making us anticipate the warmer weather even more than usual. Part of the reason being the blistering cold winds, but the other reason is based on the beautiful color collection they chose for this particular line. The Spring 2015 beauty collection is inspired by Parisian gardens blooming in the springtime. The color palette ranges form both delicate and vibrant corals to deep shades of pink.

Chanel uses the perfect balance of vibrant and neutral in there different products.  This season Chanel is using the standout colors to highlight the lips. The vibrants shades of the glosses, lipsticks, and liners work together to enhance this part of the face. The Chanel Rouge Allure lipstick is now made in a bright coral red called “Insaisissable” and a soft pink called “Badine.” The Rouge Allure Velvet lipstick is also made in new hues, “La Pétillante,” another popular coral red color and “La Romanesque,” a dark fuchsia.

To keep the pop of color on the lips, it is important to keep the complexion and eyes natural. The Jardin de Chanel blush compact, is perfect for this concept with its two soft shades of pink. To complement the soft cheeks and statement lips is a range of natural eyeshadow hues. The Les 4 Ombres palette comes in two different color schemes, Tissé Fantaisie (coral pink, sea foam green, satin white and brown with copper highlights) and Tissé Paris (slate grey, two rosewoods and ivory).

Hopefully this wonderful line will help you get through the dreary months leading up to spring. Chanel’s Rêverie Parisienne Spring 2015 is the perfect way to transition into sunnier times. Look for the collection in stores on January 19th! DOWNTOWN has had a tough time choosing which are our favorites, we love them all!

-by Deirdre McAndrew

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Fur Bag Favorites to Keep You Fabulous this Winter

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ALEXANDER MCQUEEN Fur Print De Manta Clutch. $ 540. 

If you live in New York, you are probably torn between two feelings: Should we celebrate the end of the summer season, or sit and cry? If you are leaning towards the “sit and cry” option, it is probably because you have not yet seen these must-have accessories for this winter. It seems that not only will we be trying to warm up, but our wallets will be heating up as well.

Starting with the all-day bag, Balenciaga is the perfect shape. The Padlock in Sheep Fur is functional and will go with you everywhere. Are you going to work and then straight to dinner at The Stanton Social with some friends? It is the perfect model for you!

Are you fashion inclined but still don’t want to give up on your backpack? Certainly you will love the Brunello Cucinelli Mink Fur backpack to go straight from The New School to have some drinks at Spice Market. Use your Alexander McQueen Clutch to end your night at The Boom Boom Room at The Standard Hotel with an amazing view.

Here are some of DOWNTOWN’s favorite choices for you to rock this winter!

-Maria Zanetti & Laetitia Remadna

 

Balenciaga

BALENCIAGA Padlock Nude Work XS Merino Sheep Black. $ 2,645.

Brunello Cucinelli Mink Fur Backpack, Brown

BRUNELLO CUCINELLI Mink Fur Backpack. $ 7,830.

CHANEL Flap Bag

CHANEL Double Flap Bag in Calfskin and Lambskin Fur. Price Upon Request.

Elizabeth and James

ELIZABETH AND JAMES Cynnie Lamb Fur Drawstring Backpack. $ 795

Fendi Baguette Shearling Fur Monster Bag, Purple Multi

FENDI Baguette Shearling Fur.$3,500.

Jimmy Choo

JIMMY CHOO Ink Long Haired Pony Multi-Functional Tote Bag. $ 2,450.

Milly Skylar Faux-Fur Mini Crossbody Bag, Blush

MILLY Skylar Faux-Fur Mini Crossbody Bag, Blush. $ 225.

Nancy Gonzalez Small Framed Mink Fur Clutch Bag, Black

NANCY GONZALEZ Small Framed Mink Fur Clutch Bag. $ 2,500.

Nina Ricci

NINA RICCI Small Marché Bag In Gazelle And Calfskin. Price Upon Request.

Salvatore Ferragamo Medium Hobo

SALVATORE FERRAGAMO Medium Hobo. $ 3,900.

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Beauty

A Scent for Every Mood

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Buying perfume is not the easiest thing to do. Selecting the perfect fragrance involves a lot of consideration. Will  the scent match your mood? Your personality? Will the scent accurately capture the vibe you want to pass on to the people around you?

There are major differences between the variety of fragrances available. Most people see their scents labeled parfum or eau-de-cologne, but few know what these labels actually mean. Here are the facts: the differences between a parfum or eau-de-cologne are in the fragrance, the time of fixation, the concentration of extract, and also the occasion that each scent is made for.

For each different perfume type, DOWNTOWN recommends:

Acqua di Parma

 ACQUA DI PARMA. Eau de cologne $96.00

Eau de Cologne. The softest scent option. It has a concentration of only 2% and is known as a baby fragrance.

Fraiche

NINA RICCI Nina L’Eau. Eau fraiche $62.00

Eau Fraiche: The concentration is between 3% and 5%. It is the favorite option of most tropical countries. It can be used continuously throughout the day. This type of fragrance is recommended for summer wear.

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THIERRY MUGLER. Alien Au Extraordinaire. Eau de toilette. $69.00

Eau de Toilette: The concentration is between 10% and 15%, the normal fixation lasts around 6 hours. It can be used at any time, for any occasion.

Miss Dior

DIOR. Miss Dior. Eau de parfum. $90.00

Eau de Parfum: This is the most common fragrance found in stores. The concentration is between 18% and 25% with a fixation lasting approximately 9 hours. You should use no more than 3 sprays a day. It is recommended to use eau de parfum on cold days and during night outings.

 

Chanel5

CHANEL. Chanel N5. Parfum. $130.00

Parfum: The strongest of all perfumes. The concentration of extract is 30% and the fixation lasts for one, whole day. This scent usually doesn’t come with a spray option, so use only 3 drops per day. For optimal result, use parfum during winter months and nighttime adventures.

~Maria Zanetti

 

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Chanel Pre-Fall 2014 Lookbook

Check out Chanel Pre-Fall 2014 Lookbook for women.

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Top Ten Summer Hats for Women

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It has been said that this summer will be one of the hottest summers. So don’t waste your energy waving a handmade fan to cool down; just grab a hat to keep your face hidden from the sun and keep yourself fresh. Our list has many hats to choose from so you can shift from style to style as the day goes on. In the morning, for the bright and early sun, grab the Noel Stewart Panama Wide-Brim Fedora hat that has an approximately  5 inch brim and a black ribbon sweatband. Grab this hat in straw, cotton, or nylon and in the colors of natural or cream. For a day walk in the park, try on a Helen Kaminski Callala floral hat, designed with a cotton trim and lining, so the flowers can enjoy the sunlight as well. If the Hudson River is more of your scenery then throw on a Eugenia Kim Open-Basket weave Wide-Brim Sunhat that will allow the moonlight shine through so you will have no problem enjoying the lovely view. Don’t let the heat fire down the summer for you. Take on the city as much as you can because summer drizzles down the drain quick… and don’t forget to take a hat!

– Gaelle Gilles

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Top Ten Sandals for this Summer

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Summer parties and trips to the beach are here again! So, it’s time to say goodbye to those winter boots because sandals are finally back, and they’re here to make a big statement. Slip your feet into a stylish pair of Bottega Veneta Bronze Woven Leather Metallic sandal with tonal top-stitching, and watch as they become the talk of the party. Or, rock the streets of Manhattan with a pair of Dolce & Gabbana Crystal – Embellished Thong Slides that glitter in the sun with every step taken. Make your girlfriends jealous with a pair of Michael Kors Hartley Snakeskin & Leather Thongs Sandals with the gold statement accents. For a comfortable, laid-back option try a black or white Jimmy Choo Nox Jeweled Suede T-Strap sandal. Look fabulous this summer from head to toe! Here are our top sandal picks for this Summer.

Gaelle Gilles