About Last Night...

A Wednesday night at the Chateau?  We’re all about it.  In fact, we’re so all about it, we had not one, but two fun functions going on there!  First, we stopped by the Contrarian New York Trunk Show in Penthouse 54 to visit with Designer Alexis Laken where we got a sneak peak of her Holiday and Resort collections. We loved hearing shoppers “ooh and aah” over the famous backless bibb dress (this hot little number dress has graced many a red carpet) and we can’t wait to get a showroom sample shipment of the adorable polka dot and star prints coming for Resort.  

Next, we staffed up and braced ourselves for the Roman Luxe jewelry launch party co-hosted by Revolve Clothing and Karla Deras of Karla’s Closet.  Despite a few slip-ups (it ain’t a party until someone breaks a glass), the event went smoothly as we greeted guests including Mena Suvari, Monet Mazur, Jessica Stroup, Beth Behrs, Jamie Chung, Arielle Kebbel, Briana Evigan and our favorite girls about town Brenna Egan, Jennifer Chan, Sydne Summer of Sydne Style, Francesca Vannucci and stylists Rhonda Spies, Stephanie Strate, Lindsay Zir, Saba Salehi, Karen Raphael, Lindsey Dupuis and Cherie Kilchrist. Groups of people were drinking and dancing when they weren’t crowded around the jewelry bar picking out their favorite pieces from Karla Deras’ first collaboration with Roman Luxe, "Power to the Python."  We were so tired at the end, we forgot to ask if we could take home one of the beautiful floral displays that had been strewn about the suite dripping in Roman Luxe’s coveted jewels.  Our only regret of the evening. 

It Always Looks So Innocent in the Beginning...

Beth Behrs Enjoying the Jewelry Bar

Power to the Python Twinsies

Jamie, Stephanie and Briana

Francesca and Brenna

LSPR Style Staff Tips: June

With temperatures rising, celebrities are breaking out their best summer outfits and celebrating color. Here are a few trends that have inspired our summer wardrobe plans.

Marvelous in Mint  -- Jenna Dewan-Tatum

Jenna Dewan’s dress for the MTV Movie Awards was perfect for summer with the mint top highlighting her tanned skin. Mint green has become a staple on the red carpet this season with celebs like Diane Kruger, Nicole Richie and Maria Menounos embracing the trend. It is a great color for sunny days and available in many stores. My closet is now overflowing with mint pieces ranging from clothing to accessories.

 - Taylor Saviano, LSPR Intern 

Pretty in Prints -- Rosie Huntington-Whiteley

It seems like prints are going to be everywhere this summer and based on what I've seen so far, I can't wait! From tropical to floral and even animal, it looks like prints of all kinds are having a moment. You can bring your prints on vacation or simply wear them out to spice up any outfit. Rosie Huntington-Whiteley did just this when she wore the cutest printed pants to the Lana Del Rey concert. I don't know about you, but those pants make me want to hit the beach and drink something with an umbrella in it.

-Katie Schuster, LSPR Intern

Make It Work -- Nicky Hilton
If there’s one thing that has remained consistent in my wardrobe for the past few seasons, it is my favorite army green utility jackets.  I think I may have amassed a collection of roughly 3 or 4 of them by this point (although my first and favorite is from LOFT) and I’m so glad to see that the trend shows no signs of slowing.  I like to wear mine over just about everything — party dresses, jeans and heels, jeans and sneaks for the weekend.  I love the way Nicky Hilton has made the look beach appropriate here with a pair of printed shorts and a bright red bag.  

 - Lauren Stillman 

Daring Denim -- Zoe Saldana and Kate Middleton 
This summer, I am in love with the colored denim trend. The bright colors add a little bit of liveliness to any casual outfit. You can rock this look with a comfortable shoe or you can spice it up with a heel just like Zoe Saldana and Kate Middleton do. These jeans are available in a variety of colors making it almost impossible to not find one that you like!

-Molly Goldberg, LSPR Intern 

Beachy Tunic-- Blake Lively in Tory Burch
Beachwear is all about accessories, because when you think about you’re not left with much else to deal with. Sunglasses, beach bags, hats and cover-ups are ways girls get to show their style. Blake Lively was recently spotted wearing a signature Tory Burch cover-up and effortlessly captured the beach look.  Beach tunics are a great piece to have during the summer because it can also be worn over white pants with sandals for a summer night. Whether they are colorful, like Blake’s, or white they make a statement without requiring much else. Just add water.
-Kathryn Hays, LSPR Intern