Stylebook: Gwen Stefani, Versace launch new lines at mainstream chain stores, plus Kelly Lane sample sale, American ...
Stylebook: Gwen Stefani, Versace launch new lines at mainstream chain stores, plus Kelly Lane sample sale, American Girl fashion show and more
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Singer Gwen Stefani walks the runway with sons Zuma, left, and Kingston at the launch of her Harajuku Mini for Target Collection at Jim Henson Studios Last Saturday in Los Angeles.
A couple of big names in fashion are bringing new collections to mainstream chain stores this week. Gwen Stefani's Harajuku Mini for infants to teens is now available at Target. Similar to the blonde songstress' Asian-glam style (and her street-sophisticated high-end L.A.M.B. line for adults), these children's outfits pack a playful-meets-punk-meets-polished vibe and a Japanese-inspired flavor. And parents will be pleased that dressing like a rock star won't mean spending money like one. Many items are at or below $30, such as a cream and pink toddler's tutu for $17, a boy's graphic hooded jacket for $20 and a girl's three-quarter sleeve "nerdy-chick" tee for $14.99. Most pieces also are on sale online at www. target.com.
This weekend, the much-anticipated Versace for H&M collection will no longer be just something to drool over while spotting ads for it. The Swedish retailer will stock in select stores Donatella-designed dresses, belts, jewelry, scarves, leather coats, menswear and shoes, which made their debut last week to sparkling reviews at a runway show at Pier 57 in Manhattan's Meatpacking District. The medley of edgy metallics, animal prints, tropical and glamorous motifs will range from $20 to $400. Get a peek at the collection at www.hm.com/us/.
Also of note ...
Shop to support Pittsburgh Parks Conservancy: Twenty percent of proceeds from sales made through Saturday at Larrimor's Downtown and in Mt. Lebanon will help fun! d the re storation of Mellon Square. Details: www.larrimors.com or 412-471-5727.
"Go Red for Women" fashion show: Style and wellness will be celebrated 6 p.m. Wednesday at the Wyndham Grand Pittsburgh Downtown. The American Heart Association event will feature a fashion presentation, appetizers and shopping. Tickets are $40 each or $350 for 10. RSVP at 412-208-3605.
"Fit, Fun and Fabulous" Family House benefit: Talk fashion with Larrimor's team of style experts and health and wellness with author and lecturer Kathleen Hartford at the store's Downtown location at 249 Fifth Ave. Cocktails and hors d'oeuvres from Capital Grille, private shopping and an appearance by designer Barbara May of b.may bags will round out the evening. It's 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday. RSVP at www.larrimors.kintera.org.
Kelly Lane autumn studio sale and soiree: Get your wardrobe ready for winter with 10 to 50 percent off pieces from past collections and unique sample styles. Guests also will be treated to beverages from Arsenal Cider House, snacks and a chance at Kelly Lane and ALINE gift certificates. It's 4 to 9 p.m. Friday and 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday at Ice House Studios, 100 43rd St., Lawrenceville. Free and open to the public. More details at www.kellylanedesign.com or 412-580-9232.
American Girl fashion show: Girl power will be in the air at the fourth annual event organized by the Junior League of Pittsburgh. Local children will model fashions from yesteryear and present day, similar to historical and contemporary clothes donned by the line of dolls by Pleasant Co. There also will be refreshments, basket raffles and prizes. Presentations will be 11 a.m., 2:30 and 6 p.m. Saturday and 1 and 4:30 p.m. Sunday at the Twentieth Century Club, 4201 Bigelow Blvd. Tickets are $45-5! 5 and ca n be purchased through the end of today. Learn more at www.jlpgh.org or 412-488-9270.
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For more fashion updates, check "Clutch," a style blog written by freelance writer Sarah Sudar at communityvoices.sites.post-gazette.com. Send questions to clutchstylepgh@gmail.com.
First published on November 15, 2011 at 12:00 am
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