Zac Posen has a new TARGET

Celebrity designer extraordinnaire, Zac Posen will now be catering to a less glitzy clientele. He has signed on to be the guest designer for Target's Go International series. The Go International label is widely known for its affinity to young up and coming desingers. They have accomodated the likes of Jovovich-Hawk, Erin Fetherton and Tracy Feith among others. Rodarte, another trendy avant-garde line thats slowly emerging to be one of the most sought after labels out there will be making its debut next month. As for Posen, his collection for Target will be showcased nationwide from April 25-May 30th. It will also be available online. The 29 year old's whimisical designs usually demand a substantial bank account but no doubt that will be adjusted to fit in with the price points Target is known for. Having a chance to bag a Zac Posen creation at an affordable price is no doubt one of the few positives of this wobbly economy!

Serena Pays. Big Time!

$82,500. Thats the amount Tennis super star Serena Williams is going to have to deduct from her already massive fortune to compensate for her uncontrollble tirade towards a line judge during this year's U.S. Open. She also faces the possibilty of suspension from any future tournaments if a similar episode plays again. Hopefully this other half of the Williams Sister Dynasty has no plans to mishave anytime soon given the fact that she will officially be put through a "probationary period" for the the next two years. This ultimately boils down to another eye-opening amount - $175,000! Thats what Williams will have to cough up if she crosses the line again, plus she will not be allowed to participate in the following U.S. Open. She is currently worth about $28 million, so she obviously wont suffer much financially. But its no fun watching an amazing athelete of this caliber become subjected to disciplinary actions after working so hard to achieve the unimaginable. So, its time to be a in a good mood Serena! Indefinitely!

Treat Yourself To A Work Of Art

Check out the newest creation from designer Donna Karan. Its The Eldridge bag! This stylish piece of arm candy is the tote that keeps on giving. Its versatility makes it functional and a lot fun to lug around. The makeup of The Eldridge bag is quite impressive; it boasts a delicious cream and black combo draped over leather pleated fabric, two convertible handles that allows you to carry it in variety of ways to accommodate your hectic lifestyle. Its your perfect "running buddy" to keep up with your daily grind. And you'll look stylishly chic doing it! It retails for $1,495 at net-a-porter.com. Move it up your Wish List!!

Don't Make Me Over...

Check out Demi Moore! The December issue of W Magazine featuring Demi Moore on the cover has sparked another neverending debate concerning the mystery of photoshopping. Media outlets are calling foul over the near perfect image of Demi Moore with some speculating that its not really the 47 year-old's bod on the cover but that of model Anja Rubik who is shown sporting the exact replica of the dress during the spring 2010 Balmain show. There is no denying that the similarities are quite striking, but judging from the nature of the pics its unlikely they used the model's as a replacement for Demi Moore's. It may have served as an inspiration for what a HOT cover should look like but it definitely is a more "refined" version of the real thing. Photoshopping is not an uncommon practice in the print world especially with the obsession of all things youthful dominating our society. If tastefully done, its anything but offensive but I think its time we embraced beauty in all shapes, sizes and ages. It is a little disconcernting that a 47 year-old's body is enhanced to resemble the body of a 23 year old. But I guess if the dress fits...

Its a "New Moon" Tonight

So, the newest installment in the Twilight series is now upon us and the much anticipated LA Premiere happened tonight. Lets see how well some of the stars fared on the red carpet. It looks like some definitely out-shined others.

The blue Burberry dress actress and Twilight star Nikki Reed is rocking is definitely not special enough to hold our attention. It also seems to be swallowing whole. Not the best fit for her petite figure. Beverly Hills 90210 alum Jennie Garth who came to support her husband actor Peter Facinelli's Twilight efforts looks sleek in her asymmetrical black sparkling number but I'm not so sure her choice of hairstyle suits her. She also seems to have aged overnight! The two main stars of the Twilight saga, Kristen Stewart and Taylor Lautner make potentially dashing couple (maybe) Stewart looks pretty enough in her Oscar de la Renta gown but I don't think she looks HOT enough to confirm those persistent rumors surrounding her and beyond HOT co-star Robert Pattinson. Ashley Greene on the other hand looks stunning in her red Prabal Gurung dress and the romanic cascading hair makes her the Twilight star of the night! Another piece to the "New Moon" puzzle, actress Elizabeth Reaser puts her body to some good use in a Herve Leger body hugging number that is tastefully simplistic and sexy. Not a bad way folks to usher in the next chapter in what has become an international phenomenon. Happy Twilight!

"Video Phone" Is Here!

This video is quite a looker!! Beyonce and Lady Gaga are unstoppable. I have to admit a slight case of jealousy though, I mean how much fun are two HOT girls allowed to have before they hit overdrive. GEEZ. By the way the stylist for this video should be handed a golden statue of some sort.

Travel "Away" For The Holidays

With the holidays finally upon us the stress quotient for most of us is probably at an all time high. Dealing with family members back to back can be a little overwhelming. Interestingly a recent survey showed that a lot of people are divided about how they would prefer to spend their time during the holidays. Some look forward to quality family time while others yearn for time off spent in an exotic locale with friends or significant other.

It so happens that this is the perfect time to plan that much needed getaway. The Caribbean seems to be the place to be during Thanksgiving more so than Christmas due to the amazing deals available. Thanksgiving period is off season for most major Islands in the Caribbean which makes it easier to access those swanky hotels you have only been able to dream about. You can also score excellent mileage outside the country by visiting places like Mexico, Canada and even South America. St. Lucia is always a good idea because of the fact that Jet Blue now has a cheap non-stop flight which makes a huge difference considering how expensive it would be otherwise. And Hurricane season shouldn’t be much of a concern since it dies down towards the end of November so storms are usually a rare occurrence anyway. Just make sure to avoid booking your trip during the peak season which is usually Tuesday and Wednesday before the holiday and Sunday and Monday afterwards.

Another fun and cost-effective way to plan a vacation would be to take a cruise. Its fun and all inclusive and a great way to visit as many places as possible within a short period of time. If you happen to live nearby or in major ports like Miami and San Diego, then you are really in luck because that takes away the hassle of dealing with air fare and travel to get to the ports. You can also find good deals around Christmas time particularly to the Bahamas.

So if you need to escape from the holiday madness, take comfort in the options that are readily available especially in an economy that has ultimately forced the travel industry to be at our beck and call. HAPPY TRAVELS.

Fabulous Ways To Rock The Arctic Weather

Now that we are getting ready to usher in the winter and the seasonal party invitations are slowly cluttering your mailbox, its time to be armed and ready to make your stunning entrance and hit your fashionable mark every time without a single miss. Don’t panic! Luckily, there are a variety of options that are guaranteed to keep you looking effortlessly fab and chic all the way through the holiday season.

Tis the season to always be ready to hit an after-work party or honor last minute invites. The trend for this winter calls for bold colors and unpredictable patterns. The navy “Bandeau” dress from Topshop ($90) is just the attire you need to make a bold statement at any festivity. And if you are really determined to take a dip in the splurge pool, then be prepared to be the “Gossip Girl” of the night when you walk in rocking the sporty but surprisingly elegant lace up Manolo Blahnik for Band of Outsiders peep-toe booties ($955). To keep warm and snug, the wool Swing Coat from Burberry ($1295) will allow you to roast in style. If you are lucky enough to score a big end of year bonus for a job well done, its only fair that you reward yourself with your very own pair of Christian Louboutin studded peep-toe pumps ($995). They are so ravishingly sexy they would make even Carrie Bradshaw moan in ecstasy! You can still take it up a notch with the Appache Applique Clutch from French Connection ($98). The Black Belted “Ivy” Fur Hooded Coat ($415) is a snazzy way to fight off the unforgiving winds that howl throughout the season. If you are looking for a stylishly quirky dress to add some playfulness to your look, the Paisley Silk dress from Marc Jacobs ($1,080) will fulfill all your needs. It sports a couple of well implemented details – like the hidden back zipper, pleated neckline and the slightly ruffled side hems. The green and pink color combo is also bright and festive. Perfect for the holidays! Accessorizing this dress could be so much fun. The Marine Zipper Slouchy Boots from Bokier ($595) or the Burberry Glossy Grain Belt Boot ($995) will both be sure to heighten your diva quotient. You can polish your look by rocking the gorgeous Hima Mongolian Rose and Taupe Lambskin Vest from Antik Batik. The colors are yummy and the self-tie ribbon feature is both feminine and “tres chic”.

And for some added girly chic bequeath yourself with the lovely “Bow Bangle” hair Barrettes from Marc Jacobs ($98) they are guaranteed to be a welcome addition to her jewelry collection.

So don’t let the arctic weather ice over your ability to be inspired. Stay cool, chilled and stylish!!

Juicy News brief

Juicy Couture is coming to an airport near you. It looks like this already multi-million dollar brand that raked in an impressive $600 million in sales last year, is looking to entice shoppers both home and abroad. Miami, New York, Taiwan, Athens, these are the major ports that will be hit with the Juicy tidal wave starting January 2010. It is also worthy to note that thanks to the recent partnership Juicy established with Elmec Sport SA, the big name brand will be able to splash around in Greece, Romania and Bulgaria which will more than enhance their expansion efforts in foreign territory. This is a 3 year deal with a 3 year renewal option. The idea of being able to access Juicy Couture at most of the major airports in the world is sure to send retail sales through the roof. The Juicy appeal will undoubtedly carryover to those travelers who need to add to their Tracksuit collection since they will be available in virtually every color of the rainbow. Ellen Rodriguez, senior vice president of global licensing and international agrees: "Women are always wearing our tracksuits to travel in. We just don't think she's being targeted by other retailers in these airports, so there is a real opportunity for us". The stores will be abundantly stocked with everything from logo Tees and accessories to onesies and packaged baby socks. All the basis will be covered which could cause potential luggage issues for those shopaholic travelers out there. Co-founders, Pamela Skaist-Levy and Gela Nash-Taylor who have professed their love for traveling and shopping are hoping this unbeatable combo will be an enduring success for Juicy Couture. To date there are 93 Juicy stores worldwide and there are plans to increase that number with the new stores hitting Mykonos, Greece, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, and two popping up in Dubai. The sky is the limit. And the forecast looks really JUICY.