Archive for 'Fashion'

The Day, The Dress and The Jewels

The Day, The Dress and The Jewels

Whether a simple sheath for a beach-chic ceremony or a full-on ball gown for a formal affair, there are so many styles to choose from this season in bridal wear and jewelry. My advice? Lean toward [...]

Some expert advice on Mother’s Day jewelry

Some expert advice on Mother’s Day jewelry

We all know Mother knows best is true most of the time, but when it comes to picking out the perfect precious piece for Mother’s Day, it helps to have a little advice from experts. By [...]

Swimwear fashion 2013: H2 OH

Swimwear fashion 2013: H2 OH

Swimwear styles this season come in all shapes and sizes, from barely there bikinis to peek-a-boo one-pieces in poppy prints and sophisticated shades. But the real marvel is the maillot. By Elyse Ranart, Fashion & Style Director [...]

Spring fashion forecast: Dressed to frill

Spring fashion forecast: Dressed to frill

After the strict tailoring and hard-edged silhouettes of fall/winter, it’s refreshing to see that feminine is most definitely in again this spring. From delicate draping to floaty flounces this season, the girly-girls rule.   BY ELYSE [...]

Q&A with luxury watchmaker Jerome DeWitt

Q&A with luxury watchmaker Jerome DeWitt

A conversation with luxury watchmaker Jerome DeWitt   BY ELYSE RANART Jerome DeWitt grew up in a castle and has lived a fairy-tale existence ever since. From managing a wine and spirits company in Belgium to [...]

Gift ideas for the men on your list

Gift ideas for the men on your list

Holiday dressing is not just for the girls – here are some pieces that will make him shine, too. BY ELYSE RANART, FASHION & STYLE DIRECTOR  this&that Tweet [...]

Sparkling gift ideas of jewels and jewelry

Sparkling gift ideas of jewels and jewelry

The holidays may be for decking halls, but a little self-adornment is fun, too. Start with a gorgeous gown as your palette, then add these finishing touches to make you sparkle and shine. By Elyse Ranart, Fashion [...]

Fashion, jewelry and cosmetics

Fashion, jewelry and cosmetics

Elyse Ranart started her career as an apparel designer for some of the most successful brands in the business, from Laura Ashley in London to Victoria’s Secret in Hong Kong. She followed her design career with a move into art direction. [...]

Expert advice: Shopping for jewelry

Expert advice: Shopping for jewelry

Buying one piece of fine jewelry? Go for a one-of-a-kind, signature piece, says Neiman Marcus Fort Lauderdale VP and GM Rusty Smith. Trends may come and go, he says, but great design and quality endure.   [...]

Wedding day fashion

Wedding day fashion

    brideYou may not recognize her without the big ball-skirt silhouette bouncing down the aisle. With women marrying a bit later in life, the “princess bride” is still very much alive, but so is her [...]