Perfect Spring Break Hat to Pack

For those of you young fashionistas planning and packing for spring break trips, you will need to have everything that's needed to lay on the beach and do some exploring. Although you may be excited to get rid of your pale winter skin, you’ll need to look extra trendy when it’s time to protect it. Bloomingdale's has a wide array of hats to keep your face safe from the sun, for when you think you may have gotten too much. Some of you may be into big, floppy hats, but we recommend a simple and chic fedora. 

August Accessories has created the perfect paper fedora with a black bow. You can wear this fedora on the beach when the sun is starting to get in your way, or in a city while you are taking a nice shopping trip. The fedora is only $48, and it will be a great purchase before your spring break trip! You can head to Bloomingdale’s official website, or drive to the nearest store nearest to find the one that fits you best. 

Text Sydney Ruby 

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Carolee Lux 40th Anniversary Legacy Collection

This upcoming spring, Bloomingdale's will offer Carloee Lux's 40th anniversary Legacy collection! The collection is full of unique yet incredible jewelry that is inspired by the best pieces of the last four decades.

The Legacy collection contains different stones and shapes, pearls, and even look-alike coins. Not only is the collection diverse, but for each piece sold from the collection, the company will donate $5 to the Breast Cancer Research Foundation. This Carloee collection is made for everyone and the jewelry can be worm by anyone. All pieces range from $25 to $250, depending on what you select. Visit Bloomingdale’s website to purchase a Legacy piece, so you don't have to wait until the jewelry brand's 50th anniversary!

Text Sydney Ruby 
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Bold, Trendy Bangles

Bangles, bangles, and more bangles: You can never have enough! In the world of fashion, these accessories never go out of style. If you’re a fashionista looking to always keep up with trends, then stock up on bangles!

Marc Jacobs has an abundance of bracelets and bangles, but we love the Marc by Marc Jacobs Concrete Jungle Studded Bangle. With 10-karat gold plated brass studs engraved with the designer's signature logo, you cannot go wrong. They bring an effortless style to any work or weekend look. Bangles can be stacked with any other bracelets in your jewelry box, or worn on their own. For $98 on the Bloomingdale’s website, you can sport these bangles whenever you please. You can definitely thank Marc Jacobs when you get too many compliments when wearing these fearless and fabulous bangles.

Text Sydney Ruby 
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War of the Wedges: Derek Lam vs. Ivanka Trump

Derek Lam (Left), Ivanka Trump (Right)

As the saying goes, fashion is “often imitated but never duplicated.” Unfortunately, that isn’t the case this time around, since there are seemingly identical pairs of wedges currently on the market. There is a brewing legal battle as Derek Lam recently took action against Ivanka Trump by accusing her of knocking off his footwear. 

An employee of Lam’s was browsing Bloomingdales’s site when they recognized Trump’s Cadie wedge sandals ($150) as a replica of Lam’s Ayami wedges ($780). Jan-Hendrik Schlottmann, CEO of Derek Lam, stated “We have seen very similar copies before, but we have never seen a shoe that perfectly copied.” Now Lam’s legal team is demanding Trump pull the shoes off shelves.

We look forward to hearing Trump's defense as these are pretty harsh allegations against the sartorial credibility of her brand. But scandal aside, we want to know – who do you think produced a better wedge? 

Text Jennifer Bernard
Image New York Magazine 
Source WWD

Bohemian Boss Jewelry

Washington, DC-based designer, Dana Ayanna Greaves, is the mastermind behind apparel and accessories label ARTAYA. Greaves characterizes the brand as a term she coined herself, "Bohemian Boss." She visualizes the ultimate ARTAYA customer to be a fearless, driven woman full of life — one who has an appreciation for worldly cultures.

A major component of ARTAYA is its handmade, eco-chic jewelry in a collection of fun and contemporary pieces. Inspiration for ARTAYA has been derived from various cultures, especially from the Caribbean and Africa. As a result, the designs take on a multicultural angle with no shortage of bright colors, punchy prints, and curious shapes. What’s unique about this jewelry is the materials that are used for its creation. From recycled magazines to paper beads, anything goes with ARTAYA.

Starting today, if you’re in the NYC area, be sure to stop by Bloomingdales for the ARTAYA Jewelry Trunk Show from Nov. 25-27. You’ll get the opportunity to meet Greaves and shop the crafty collection all weekend long! Non-East Coasters can always shop ARTAYA online here.

Text Jennifer Bernard 
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Burberry Expands at Bloomingdale's

A whole new set has been added to the Burberry selection at Bloomingdale's 59th Street flagship in New York City. This addition has created more Burberry in one store than anywhere else in the world, with eight areas that include children's, non-apparel, and Brit and London shops — all for men and women. 

While the size and selection of each Burberry shop differs throughout many global locations, one thing remains the same: interior design. They all consist of the same wooden decor, carpeting, and scent (which is courtesy of eucalyptus plants). This familiarity deems comforting to customers so that, no matter where their location may be, they will always recognize Burberry.

The Wednesday night opening was celebratory and included DJs, ale, and champagne for shoppers. Harper's Bazaar editor Joanna Hillman made an appearance in the women's London department on the fourth floor, and she provided customers with fashion advice and friendly conversation. How courteous!

Text Brittney Schering

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Jimmy Choo has seen rainier days

As a WWII boot was made, little did they know what kind of trendy hit the Hunter Rain Boots would be. The basic "huntress" boots are priced at $125 and are available in many different colors, navy being my favorite. And then there are the JIMMY CHOO special edition boots. These are priced at $425; they are fantastic and bring great texture and originality to the rain boot we all know.

They can look great with a skinny jean or legging and over sized sweater, a long sleeved sun dress or even look adorable with a pair of grungy shorts. These boots are a great way to spice up your outfit when the weather is not looking so well. Head to any Bloomingdales, Saks 5th Avenue or Jimmy Choo stores, to pick up your boots in a variety of different colors.

Text Jordan Bossman
Source(s): Jimmy Choo

Michael Kors’s new jewelry line launches

Michael Kors is not just a harsh judge on Project Runway, he is a dictator of taste and has earned his reputation for being over spoken when it comes to fashion. He is known for his sleek, sexy and fun interpretations on women and men’s ready to wear, accessories and shoes. The great all American designer, that is known all over the world for his empire of fashion has done it again, with his impeccable designs that people just cannot resist.

Mr. Kors just came out with his new line of jewelry for women featuring a collection of earring's, necklaces, bracelets and rings. Something else Michael is known for is his cost cutting. These pieces, while being beautiful and elegant will not burn a hole through your wallet, yet will literally sit there and look pretty. The collection includes gold, silver and rose gold tones with chunky edge and leather, python and tortoise accents. A personal favorite being the Tortoise Bracelet and Embossed Python Cuff; $95-$195. So check out his new muse for jewelry at MichaelKors.com or any Bloomingdales, Saks 5th avenue stores near you and pick up your new summer piece. Also stay tuned for Project Runway's newest season airing July 28th on Lifetime to see how Michael Kors vital knowledge for fashion will ultimately help guide the new and upcoming designers on the show.

Text Jordan Bossman
Source(s): MichaelKors.com

Jason Wu

I don't know if you caught it, but yesterday Bloomingdales did a live feed of the Jason Wu show. I think I sat staring at my screen for a solid 30 minutes while I was just waiting for the feed to start....loading, loading, loading....finally, EUREKA! Sadly, as most fashion shows go, I spent another 30 minutes watching people mingling, slowly finding their way to their seats, and being photographed. Finally, at around 1:30, the show started (scheduled 1 o'clock, but who's counting), and let me just say....AMAAAAAAAAAAAAZING! The looks were tailored but with a great "throw on" appeal, and the whole collection just had an air of the perfect chic sophistication that you expect from Jason Wu. Look after look went down the runway, and the storyline just tied together so well that there was never a transition that made you stutter step at all. Definitely one of my favorite shows of the season so far.

I do have one bone to pick though, and not with Mr. Wu, but with Bloomingdales. For those of you that did get a chance to watch live, I'm sure you noticed the lack of music. I found myself humming a beat along with everything, because really the music is there for a reason. It adds a sense of frivolity, yes, but it also adds another layer to the flow of the show and really brings things back together. UNMUTE, BLOOMINGDALES!

But hey, if that was the only down fall, I'd have to say it was a pretty damn good show.

Text Corinna Fabre