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Your 'What To Wear?' Questions… Answered

Whether you're lounging in Summer's last days or packing for the (way too early) onslaught of New York Fashion Week (see you there #AListCoverage!) we've got shopping and styling ideas galore on 'The Style List'.

Time to get dressed    xx  The A-List

 

#SALE Of The Day: Halston Heritage

Halston Heritage is an A-List favorite.  

We love the line's distinct look that us utterly wearable but stands out from the crowd and never loses sight of it's glamorous history and namesake.

For a limited time, Use code: LABORDAY20 to take AN ADDITIONAL 20% OFF ALL Halston Heritage SALE ITEMS at Halston.com

 

Happy shopping    xx  The A-List

 

#OOTD She-Boss: Featuring the New-Look Sweater/Jacket

Inspired by one of our She-Boss readers (boss at work, boss at home or BOTH!) who was looking for the perfect throw-n-go outfit that was still stylish and fun...

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Voila.  Start with an easy, crepe shift-dress.  Top it with the new-look, cover-up - a soft yet structured sweater/jacket in a colorful, camo print. 

Don't be afraid to add another touch of pattern into the mix with this fab black tote with herringbone trim. 

Sprinkle in some gold-tone accessories and set the whole look with one of the season's major trends - the bold watch with a nod to the blue in the sweater. 

Style Note: Not only do these pieces go together to create a perfect look for days and weekends but separately these pieces are strong and versatile and are perfect additions to your 'Not-So-Basics'.

SHOP TO IT

Chaus Camo Sweater/Jacket

Wayf Black Crepe Shift Dress

Kristin Cavallari Black Chunky-Heeled Sandal 

French Connection Black Tote Bag with Herringbone Accents

G-Shock Black Watch

Kate Spade White Bangle

Robert Rose Gold-Tone I.D. Bracelet

 

Happy dressing   xx   The A-List 

 

Take A Look At What Celebs Took Home Last Night In Their Emmy Gift-Bags #Shop

Just like Sunday night's backstage at the MTV VMA's - celebs attending Monday night's 66th Annual Television Academy Award Show aka: The Emmys, scored some major gift-bag-goodies...  

See below for all the celebrity scoop and where-to-buy.  

 images: Josh Johnson Home for Softline, Marchon Eyewear, Waltzing Matilda bags, Cocoa Dolce Chocolates and La Valencia Resort

This time though - A-List favorite, 'Backstage Creations', designed their famous, "Giving Suite" allowing Stars to peruse an array of luxury goods while helping to raise up to $150,000 in donations to support the Television Academy Foundation.

Products included everything from Bose headphones and Pong cases, Nambe and Lenox home items to designer sunglasses from Ferragamo and Chloe.  Trips to Richmond Nua, Turkey and a stay at the Bora Bora Hilton or SoCal properties LaValencia and Triada - were among the night's favorites.

A Tim Hortons coffee bar, Sabra Hummus munchies and Cold Stone Creamery as well as a bar featuring Bartenura and MYX plus KeVita kept attendees satiated while enjoying the glamorous suite - designed by Josh Johnson Home for Softline.

BEHIND THE SCENES SCOOP!

Bartenura and MYX Fusion- Mad Men creator, Matt Weiner, stopped by the bar at the Backstage Creations Giving Suite and said that his mother always drinks Bartenura.  Katherine Heigl said “Mmmm Bartenura Moscato is amazing” and Allison Janney asked for seconds. www.bartenura.com www.myxfusions.com

Cold Stone Creamery- Chris Hardaway selected the Oreo Overload ice cream and Hayden Panettiere had the Cake Batter flavor. www.ColdStoneCreamery.com

Hilton Bora Bora Nui Resort & Spa- Host Seth Meyer’s wife said that just this week, Seth had a radio interview with Ryan Seacrest, who suggested he take his wife to Bora Bora for their wedding anniversary.  She couldn’t believe that they received a certificate to the Hilton Bora Bora Nui’s Presidential Villa at the Backstage Creations Suite.

Oscar winner Octavia Spencer and Emmy winnerAllison Janney said they should go together to $5000 a night Presidential Suite since the suite is so big they’d probably have a hard time finding each other. www.hilton.com/frenchpolynesia

Josh Johnson Home for Softline- At the Backstage Creations Giving Suite, Hayden Panettiere immediately took her shoes off and put her feet on the ivory faux sheepskin area rug at the Josh Johnson Home for Softline lounge area. 

While lounging in the Giving Suite, Katherine Heigl spotted the new product line by Josh Johnson, stating “These are beautiful.  I love home décor.” 

ChrisHardwick loved the President Scroll Write Pillow and was heard saying “My mom would love this!” www.softlinehome.com/sparkle-josh.html

KeVita® Sparkling Probiotic Drinks- Mayim Bialik loved KeVita’s Sparkling Probiotic Drinks, stating, “I’m vegan, so I really appreciate that KeVita is, as well.”  Katherine Heigl was thrilled to see an alternative to Kombucha Tea as she mentioned she is unable to drink it, making KeVita the perfect choice for her. www.KeVita.com

La Valenica Hotel- While shopping inside the Backstage Creations Giving Suite, Jesse Tyler Ferguson said that he stayed at La Valencia three years ago and has been eagerly waiting to go back.www.lavalencia.com

On her shopping trip inside the Backstage Creations Giving Suite, Hayden Panettiere selected a pair of Chloe Sunglasses provided by Marchon Eyewear..  www.marchon.com

Nerium International- NeriumAD® Age-Defying Night Cream – Jordan Peele loved Neirum’s products, stating “I’m already beautiful, so this will keep me that way.” Uzo Aduba checked out theNerium booth and mentioned how excited she was to try this and enthusiastically said “Nerium’s got it going on!” www.mynerium.com  

Pong Case - After hearing about the radiation protecting phone case by Pong, Allison Janney was relieved to receive one.  Seth Meyers came to the Backstage Creations Giving Suite to support the Television Academy Foundation and his wife Alexi stopped by the Pong station as she was really excited to learn how that they protect from cell phone radiation.   www.pongcase.com

RICHMOND NUA SPA, TURKEY – Creator of Orange is the New Black, Jenji Cohan, couldn’t believe she received a trip to the Richmond Nua Spa in Turkey and exclaimed, “This is unreal!” Katherine Heigl said “I’ve never been to Turkey and have always wanted to go.” www.richmondnua.com

Sabra Hummus- Mayim Bialik was caught munching on Sabra snacks, praising the fact that there was something she could eat being vegan!  Uzo Aduba took a break inside the Giving Suite and enjoyed a snack from a familiar face Sabra Hummus which she says she buys all of the time. Katherine Heigl was just as excited to receive her Nambe Santa Fe Chip and Dip Bowl. www.sabra.com  Guests needing a re-fuel got their caffine-fix from Tim Hortons.

Spin Master’s The Best of TV & Movies- Weird Al Yankovic loved Spin Master’s The Best of TV & Movies, stating, “This is great.  We have an eleven-year-old daughter. It will be fun to teach her about older shows that she has never heard of.”  Matt Weiner, Creator of Mad Men, took a stab at the game and, much to his surprise, got all of the trivia questions wrong!  Upon Weiner’s defeat, his wife even added “You should have quizzed him on Clueless!” www.spinmastergames.com

TRIADA PALM SPRINGS- Palm Springs was a popular pick at the Backstage Creations Giving Suite – Jordan Peele and his girlfriend have friends in the desert, so they’d love the terrace and open kitchen in their own TRIADA casita.  www.triadapalmsprings.com

Waltzing Matilda USA- Octavia Spencer was almost in tears when she heard about the Waltzing Matilda art initiative, through which young art students create designs on blank canvases which become the container bags for the Waltzing Matilda products. Allison Janney was very excited to find the Waltzing Matilda booth at the backstage giving suite- she has a Waltzing Matilda bag that she says she uses all the time.  www.waltzingmatildausa.com

Celebs also had their pick from: 
BEAUTIFOOT- BeautiFoot.com
B4 - B4products.com
Bananagrams Inc - Bananagramsgowild.com
Berocca®, from Bayer HealthCare - Berocca.com
Bose - Bose.com
Cocoa Dolce Artisan Chocolates - CocoaDolce.com
Danné Montague-King DMK® - Dannemking.com
DenTek Oral Care- Comfort Clean - Dentek.com 
Faradee Inc - Faradee.com
Invitation Consultants - InvitationConsultants.com
L’eclisse Cosmetics - Leclissecosmetic.com
LENOX CORPORATION - LENOX.com
LMN/ Luxe Me Now - LMNonline.com
NOTE Frangrances - Notefragrances.com
RANCH Organics - Ranch-organics.com
Ronaldo Designer Jewelry - Designerjewelrybyronaldo.com
Sterling Health and Wellness -Healthsterling.com 
SUPRA Footwear - Suprafootwear.com
The Container Store - ContainerStore.com
The Spa on Rodeo, Beverly Hills - TheSpaOnRodeo.com

 

Happy Shopping   xx  The A-List

 

These 7 Things Got Our Attention While In Canada This Weekend. #Discover

 This Monday's #Discover List is kinda 'Canada'-heavy.  But why not?!  There's other cool stuff too...  

SHOP Do you know Aritzia - the fashion label with stores across Canada and now in the U.S.?  We love their well-curated list of brands and chic-city-cool looks.  (Hit up their 'Sunday Best' for all your not-so-basics at awesome prices) Discover them here and check out this super versatile, drapey blouse-jacket hybrid.  So cute in 'Prima'.

TREND Here in Canada they have to take Fall a bit more seriously... and sooner.  That might be why we are seeing different takes on this trend all over the streets of Montreal.  You need to get on this bandwagon and these leggings or this jacket will work A.M. P.M or Weekend.

FIT Since it's Monday we're in 'Fitness-Mode' - so we're doing this 'Calorie Torching Set of All-Over Sculpting Moves'...hoping to edge out Sunday's pizza.

EAT There seems to be no limit to how much of this Spicy Vegetarian Tortilla Soup we can eat. 

JEWELS This article on famed jeweler, "Tiffany and Company's" new (and first female) design director and these images of the first line that she has created called "Tiffany T" are making us have major 'little blue-box' envy. #ArmParty #ChristmasWishList

SALE Loving 'Bauble Bar's' Embellished Knit Rope Collar - Statement Necklaces that are ON SALE throughout 11:59pm today only for $15 - plus free-shipping within the U.S. #GotGift?

QUOTE "People want to be everything for everybody. Brands start with jeans and then they're doing hotels, soup and water. This is watering everything down.  I think we are going into a mono-needs period were people will do fewer things really well - we're seeing it with food already. There are shops just for oil or pepper and salt. You can apply this in your own life. Upgrade by being more centered and focused." (Trend Forecaster, Lidewij Edelkoort in Elle Canada)

 

Happy discovering    xx  The A-List

 

 

Go Behind The Scenes and Into The Giftbags At MTV's VMAs

While you're watching the VMA's tonight on MTV and imagining yourself up there next year - accepting your OWN 'Moon Man' - take a second to drool over all the goodies that celebs will take home in their rockin' Gift-Bags.

Produced by renown, Hollywood backstage-retreat creator and gift-bag curator, 'Backstage Creations', celebs will take home everything from Guatemalan Rum to an app-enabled 'Smart Guitar'.

So until it's your turn onstage - we've listed all the treats for you to shop between what's sure to be a twerk filled, 'Anaconda' humpin' evening. 

The MTV Video Music Awards - Sunday, August 24th.  Live from Los Angeles. 6 PDT/9 EDT

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Official 2014 MTV Video Music Awards Celebrity Gift Collection

Produced by Backstage Creations

SHOP THE LIST

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• Ascot + Hart - Black Ascot and Hart logo trucker hat.  www.ascotandhart.com  
• Body Bark®- Body Bark® is a luxurious line of softly sophisticated tops and lounge wear for women that is made in the USA from sustainable fiber. www.bodybark.com
• Botran® Rum- The Botran^® family has been the creator of premium rums in Guatemala for more than six decades, with uncompromising dedication to quality and superior taste. The Botran Reserva is an exquisite assembly of mature rums aged for up to 15 years in oaken barrels, which yield the rum’s polished mahogany color. www.botranrums.com  
• Brevity Jewelry-Brevity was launched by Anna Corpron in 2007. The word brevity means “the quality of expressing much in few words”. That definition is what drives the design philosophy behind Brevity – I aim to create designs that are concise and simple, yet meaningful. www.brevityjewelry.com
• Brookstone- Perfect Drink App-controlled Smart Bartending from Brookstone —turning bartending beginners into master mixologists. A revolution in home bartending, Perfect Drink’s smart scale and free app let you choose from hundreds of drink recipes, follow real-time pouring instructions, and watch as a virtual glass fills on your smartphone or tablet. That way, you know exactly how much to pour and when to stop—for perfect drinks, every time. www.brookstone.com/perfect-drink-app-controlled-smart-bartending  
• CM Cia Maritima Beachwear-CM Beachwear is the leading high-end brand of swimwear and apparel in Brazil-now offered in the US. CM also features Lycra Xtra Life™ incorporated into the threads of the fabric which extends the life and the wear of the garment, ensuring a higher quality product with a luxurious feel and gorgeous fit. www.CMBEACHWEAR.com
• DenTek Oral Care-  DenTek Floss Picks + Case- The perfect way to keep your smile healthy and fresh on-the-go! These Comfort Clean Floss Picks come in a cute travel-friendly case that is perfect to keep in your purse, travel bag, or pocket to easily eliminate food particles and keep your breath fresh – no matter where you are!   DenTek Comfort Clean Floss Picks- Versatile, silky ribbon floss picks that are ideal for sensitive gums, these feature a unique textured pick to ensure a deeper clean while also promoting gum health, as well as a tongue cleaner to freshen breath! 
• gTar by Incident- The gTar is an app-enabled smart guitar that can teach you how to play, lets you make music, and then share it with your friends.  www.gTar.fm
• House of CB- Gorgeous dresses from House of CB, a Brit Brand women’s wear LABEL #designedinLondon.
• Invitation Consultants-Invitation Consultant’s note cards are the perfect way to add the ultimate, personalized touch to your outgoing messages. So bring your notes to the next level with this shimmering stationary. www.invitationconsultants.com
• LENOX CORPORATION- Hundreds of raised beads grace the frame. White beads form a swirled motif against a pearlescent background. Boarders of shimmering platinum the design + photo. www.LENOX.com
• LIPAULT PARIS- 24” 2-wheeled satchel. www.lipault-us.com
• Logitech- From timeless styles to modern classics, this bright, vibrant collection of computer mice puts a wide range of fashionable looks in the palm of your hand. 
• MPOWERD Inc.- Luci® Aura, an inflatable, color-changing solar lantern with a dazzling frosted body, is a glamorous, fun and sustainable light that is perfect for celebrations, pool parties and home décor! From romantic magenta to high-energy aqua, Luci Aura turns on the charm with seven luminous hues plus classic white, cycles through colors like a lava lamp, floats on water and lasts all night. www.mpowerd.com  
• Marchon Eyewear- Calvin Klein Collection classic eyewear by Marchon. www.marchon.com  
• MOBOT™- This hot new handcrafted designer bottle makes the statement that looking good and feeling good mean something to you. Introducing MOBOT™ the world's first and only travel foam-roller and water bottle in one genius package. www.mobotnation.com  
• NOMINATION ITALY- Sweet and delicate like a delicious dessert, this collection comprises necklaces, rings, earrings and bracelets available in 18k gold and stainless steel. www.NOMINATION.us
• Pure Plant Home- Coconut wax candles with real essential oil aromas for conscious living.
• Rolf Bleu - Rolf Bleu Slouch Beanies – Top selling brand nationwide. Street inspired. Blank or embroidered… a style “must have”. @rolfbleu 
• SISTERS OF LOS ANGELES-SoLA Freeway Shooters are taking aim to be a favorite party item.  The set of four includes the 101, the 10, the 405 & the 5.  The perfect ice breaker!  Sisters of Los Angeles- A Collection of Los Angeles & City Inspired Gifts & Modern Memorabilia. www.SistersofLosAngeles.com  
• SoCal Hot Yoga Studios | Malibu & Los Angeles-3 Month Membership at SoCal Hot Yoga Studios. socalhotyoga.com  
• Swiss Legend- Live Your Legend with the Swiss Legend Skyline chronograph for men featuring a slide-rule bezel to calculate rate, time and distance as well as a striking coin-edge detail on the outer rim of the bezel that adds distinction. A powerful embrace for today's modern woman, the new Swiss Legend Titanio wristwatch makes a high-fashion statement in titanium finished ceramic.
• University Games- SMART ASS by University Games- The ultimate trivia card game where you can win even if you’re a dumb ass!   www.areyougame.com/interact/item.asp?itemno=01361
• DIRTY WORDS by University Games- Roll the dice and create sentences based on the words showing- the "dirty" is all in the player’s mind!www.areyougame.com/interact/item.asp?itemno=01386
• Wildfox Couture- Cami Set: This PJ set features a cute, camisole tank with two daisy blooms across a flowy body and shorts featuring a ruffled hem and “Dreamer” written across the back. www.wildfox.com/flower-girl-cami-set
• Wildfox Couture Eye Mask: Bright daisies bloom on this deliciously soft eye mask with light padding across the eyes, an elastic band, contrast piping and lace trim. 
• Williams-Sonoma- Williams-Sonoma Open Kitchen Tumblers, Set of 6.   Williams-Sonoma Open Kitchen Waiter's Corkscrew. 

 

Happy shopping   xx  The A-List 

 

Fun-Day Sunday: Check out this Pop-Up-Shop in NYC

Hey A-Listers!  If you're in NYC this weekend - you're going to want to SHOP! 

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Art Markit - the affordable retail destination for everyday products made by renowned artists - is hosting a Pop-Up Shop.  Use, gift, and collect to bring the beauty of art into your daily life.

Not in NYC?  Shop online!

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Art Markit Pop-Up Shop until September 20th. 

at:

'Wolf Home' 936 Broadway at 22nd St. 

 

Happy Sunday    xx  The A-List 

 

 

Over 30 Ways To Wear Fall's Hottest Color #HowToWearIt

A beautiful jewel tone - burgundy, wine or berry - looks great on every skin tone and is one of Fall's hottest colors.  

We've found over 30 ways to add a dash to your wardrobe.

Shop to it.

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Shop the Look

xx   The A-List

 

#AccessoryofTheDay - The Bold Colorful Rolex-Inspired Statement Watch

Inspired by Moda Operandi's, limited edition 'Bamford' Rolex - we're wanting to add a bright-bold-colorful timepiece to our #ArmParty.

The 'Bamford' watch - according to M.O. - was created by George Bamford after his dismay at seeing six (yes 6!) people at the same party - wearing the same 'Rolex Daytona' that he had on... #RichPeopleProblems.

If you don't have the extra $20,000-$40,000 to land one of these beauties - take a look at 24 options that we're craving, below.  George definitely had the right idea... A statement watch is a great seasonless investment to really update your wardrobe - especially when you think of how often you'll wear it. 

The Ones to 'Watch'.

(oh the puns are endess)

'TIME' to shop

 

Hurry.  The clock is ticking ...   xx  The A-List

 

 

Why This May Be The Best New York Fashion Week Ever

15 female military servicewomen will trade their boots for stilettos to open New York Fashion Week on Sept. 3 in a designer-filled runway show.

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(image: 'Courtesy Photo' via WWD) 

The much anticipated event, entitled, "Salute the Runway" is being sponsored by "Little Black Dress Wines" and "Fatigues to Fabulous" and is hoping to raise awareness of the challenges facing servicewomen as they make the "About Face" transition from military back to civilian life.

The women - who hail from the U.S. Army, Air Force, Navy, Coast Guards and Marines - are a representation of the approximately 214,000 women on active duty and approximately 1.8 million female veterans. 

"This campaign is a wonderful opportunity to support female veterans throughout the country," said Leslie Nicole Smith, the campaign's spokeswoman. "By joining together with Little Black Dress Wines, we are able to raise awareness of the issues surrounding women veteran reintegration, acknowledge their heroic service, and highlight the versatility of the little black dress and how this wardrobe staple can help women veterans' transition from military service." (WWD)

Although retired, Smith's bravery doesn't end there.  The former Army captain and legally blind amputee due to complications while serving in Bosnia, will be side by side with her compatriots as she too walks the runway. 

Now THAT'S A-List.

Some of fashion's legendary design houses including DKNY, Carmen Marc Valvo, Mara Hoffman and Calvin Klein have signed on to lend their versions of the iconic "Little Black Dress" in support of the event. 

The Servicewomen-catwalkers will be coached on their runway walk and presence by none other than IMG models themselves. 

This is just the first of The A-List's coverage of this event... Stay tuned for more features and our full coverage of the show in September during New York Fashion Week. 

Donate to Fatigues to Fabulous

 

Support "Salute The Runway's"Co- Sponsor:

Little Black Dress Wines 

 

xx  The A-Team