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Dolce & Gabbana Men's 2010 Spring Collection

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Dolce & Gabbana Men's Spring 2010 Collection. Photos courtesy of wwd.com
Domineco and Stefano described their Men's Spring 2010 Collection as sparkling and glitzy. Give me dazzling over military inspired ( D&G Fall 2009 ) any day. Dolce & Gabbana hit all the right buttons again for me. From the color palette to a new trend of wearing pjs under ripped jeans... im in designer heaven. The design-duo showcased their mastery in tailoring with interesting jackets with rosette details on lapels and flare in trendy casual wear with embellished denim jeans. This might have been for Spring but I have to say the collection was a scorcher!
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Dolce&Gabbana Men's Spring 2010 Collection.(Click images for larger view)
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D&G Spring Ready-To-Wear 2010

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D&G Spring Ready-To-Wear Spring 2010. Photos courtesy of Style.com
One of fashion's most successful and well-known design duo Domineco Dolce and Stefano Gabbana showed in Milan a sexy side of the American West for D&G Spring 2010. Faded denim jeans, ruffled skirts, lace blouses, eyelet minis accessorized with leather fanny packs, studded cowboy boots and denim handbags. The collection is like a breath of fresh air, showing some of the season's key trends. Yeehaw!
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D&G Spring Ready-To-Wear Spring 2010. Photos courtesy of Style.com

The Smart Stylist's Fall Fragrance Top Picks

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Miss Dior Cherie 1.7 oz $72.00, Michael Kors 'Very Hollywood' 1.7 oz $65.00, Juicy Couture 'Couture Couture' 1.7 oz $85.00, Jo Malone Vanilla&Anise 3.4 0z $100.00, D&G 'L Imperatrice' 3.4 oz $65.00

After testing 20 women's fragrance, 9 fragrances stood out and made the list of my top picks for fall. I had some criteria that put all the fragrances to the test luxurious, wearable, sensual,  feminine and opulent. If I have to pick my faves, they are Marc Jacobs 'Lola', Michael Kors 'Very Hollywood' and D&G 'L Imperatrice', all three tickled my olfactory nerve and just can't stop smelling them. I have to commend Jessica Simpson's 'Fancy Love', it scored very well beating out some luxury designer fragrances. As always, whatever season it is, wear lighter scents during the day and bolder at night.
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Splurge of the Week:
Dolce & Gabbana Leather Jacket

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Planning on investing on a designer leather jacket for fall and winter? If so, may I suggest to shop for stylish, crisp, edgy yet chic for the ladies and guys look for a jacket that you can wear for day and night, one that is wearable with a pair of denim jeans and pants. And if you would like to splurge on a leather jacket, get one that has style and quality that will last for more than a couple of seasons.

Just like this D&G motorcycle and bomber jackets. The women's jacket is so very sophisticated. I love the softness of the silhouette and the edge of the design. The men's jacket on the other hand, I totally love it! The hood on the jacket gives it a fresh touch.
Designer Accessories from Forzieri.com

Smart Shopping: Saks 4-Day Designer Sale!

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Alice + Olivia Mini Dress $88.42
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Dolce&Gabbana Shirt $149.17
Saks' Designer Sale just got more fabulous! Starting today through the 28th, save an additional 25% on already reduced merchandise. Apparel, shoes and accessories from top designers and brands like Alice+Olivia, Dolce & Gabbana, Furla and more.

Though there is a limited number or items on sale and some are one-and-only piece, they are still great deals. As you can see with the items I found. An added bonus though is free shipping is extended to ALL orders! Use code SFASUM9 on checkout to get free shipping. Happy shopping! * Prices reflects discount promotional price and are effective through July 28.
uggmen.jpgUGG Australia High Top Sneaker $84.00
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The Smart Stylist's Summer Fragrance Top Picks


I went to the mall today to look (and smell) for the best women's fragrance to wear this summer. Twenty scents later I came up with my top eight. My plan was to pick five but just can't seem to narrow them down to that. With all the choices out there, I suggest to remember the 3 F's when shopping for fragrance. The 3 F's are floral, fresh and feminine. Avoid over-powering and heavy scents. Keep in mind that a fresh scent makes you feel fresh as well. Which is crucial under the summer sun's sweltering heat. Have a fabulous day!
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Burberry Gent Leather Strap Watch $295.00, Salvatore Ferragamo Calf Wallet $270.00, Cole Haan 'Hamilton' Belt $75.00, Banana Republic Dress Shirt $79.00, Swarovski Crystal Cufflinks $81.00, Christian Dior Tie $148.00, Prada Double Bridge Sunglasses $275.00.

Father's Day is only a few days away and if you are still shopping for a gift, here a few gift ideas you might want to consider. True to fashion, gifts for dads are not as extensive compared to gifts for moms. Being an optimist, I figured no need to fret but see this as an opportunity to challenge myself on how can I make this Father's Day special for my dad.

So, the idea of upgrading and updating every man's essentials, i.e. wallet, tie, belt, etc. Was the easiest to go about on what to get dads for Father's Day! Believe it or not, sometimes dads are so busy with work and caring for their family. They don't realize they can use a new wallet or a new belt. And when you give them something that thoughtful, it just make the present more special. Also, you don't have to get dad the flashiest and hottest thing out there. Devote some time shopping around and I'm sure you can find the best gift for Father's Day. Like this pair of Forzieri Multi-colored Swarovski Crystal Cufflinks (shown above) for $81.00!
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Dolce&Gabbana Platform Wedges Fall 2009 Collection. Photos Courtesy of Style.com
I have been a Dolce&Gabbana lover since high school but I'm not loving these covered platform wedges from their Fall 2009 Collection. Stefano Gabbana and Domineco Dolce's creativity and talent is undeniably one of fashion's best. I guess during the creative process in designing these shoes, they were not up to par. These wedges just look to bulbous and obnoxious. Oh well, goes to show what we all say... nobody is perfect!
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Best Men's Shoes in 2008

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(top left-right) Frye 'Jayden' Boot $297.95 Nordstrom. Prada Patent Shoes $440.00 SALE Raffaello Network(bottom left-right) Puma MY-29 by Mihara $91.00 SALE Puma.Diesel Boots $237.00 Ssense.com. D&G Dolce&Gabbana Metallic Sneaker $195.00 eluxury.com

I consider 2008, one of the best year for men's footwear. Styles and designs were made with the modern man in mind and what he would wear. I liked the fact that a variety of men's footwear styles earned 'must-have' recognitions throughout the year.

Metallic was not just for the ladies. Metallic sneakers were hot for fall. The renaissance of 80's fashion icon, 'hi-top' sneakers were the craze for summer. Prada's Men's Fall / Winter shoe collection made it clear that patent can also be a guy thing. And PUMA went retro-modern to commemorate it's 60th Birthday Celebration.
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