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Retail Expansion Fuels U.S. Luxury Brands Across The Nation

Retail Expansion Fuels U.S. Luxury Brands Across The Nation

Yvon Lux

Despite gloomy economic news and viral social media videos of stores closing, there is proof that the luxury retail sector in the United States is thriving, and it's due to a wave of retail expansion. According to a recent report by the global real estate services company JLL, luxury brands are making significant strides, with more than half of new luxury stores opening their doors in the ever-iconic states of New York and California. Even more intriguing, nearly 40% of these new store leases were secured in high-end malls across the nation.

Project Runway Star Coral Castillo at LA Fashion Week

Project Runway Star Coral Castillo at LA Fashion Week

Yvon Lux

Project Runway’s finalist designer Coral Castillo is one of the most celebrated and memorable designers to ever compete on the popular fashion reality TV show. She speaks softly but designs boldly honoring her rich Mexican culture. Born and raised in Mexico City, the talented celebrity fashion designer is determined to show the world the beauty of her motherland.

Maison Kitsuné Paris Now In LA

Maison Kitsuné Paris Now In LA

Yvon Lux
Beauty, Blog, Asian, DIY, Entertainment, Entrepreneur, Fashion, Event, Lifestyle, Influencer, Los Angeles, Luxury, Men, Men's Health, News, Orange County, , Women

Maison Kitsuné is thrilled to announce its first pop-up in Los Angeles this February 2020. The Paris-based fashion brand and music label led by co-founders and creative directors Gildas Loaec & Masaya Kuroki, is excited to make waves at Platform in Culver City, featuring seasonal collection drops, limited-edition collaborations and community-driven events.

Yanina Couture Show SS2020

Yanina Couture Show SS2020

Yvon Lux
Beauty, Blog, Celebrity, Entertainment, Event, Fashion, Influencer, Lifestyle, Los Angeles, Luxury, News, , Travel, Women

Yanina Fashion House greets the second decade of the XXI сentury by creating a daring, extravagant and elegant Spring-Summer collection. Stepping aside from the usual noble and discreet black and white style, designer Yulia Yanina in SS2020 collection reveals the additional facets of the designer's work with colors and flowers.

Best Looks From LAFW

Best Looks From LAFW

Yvon Lux

Los Angeles Fashion Week did not disappoint with another spectacle at the Petersen Automotive Museum. While I was still recovering from NYFW and the street style feasting, LAFW helped ease the fashion withdrawal. The Fall/Winter show featured designers from New York to Dubai to indulge LA fashion enthusiasts with their exquisite and artistic collections. Here are some of the most memorable collections.

Fierce Female: Oprah's Fashion Designer Kelly NG

Fierce Female: Oprah's Fashion Designer Kelly NG

Yvon Lux

Kelly NG is a Toronto-based couture designer that has been ranked 1st Designer of the World in Fashion, Apparel and Garment Design by DAC. She has been featured in Vogue, People Magazine, Entertainment Weekly, and much more. The Kelly NG couture brand has dressed celebrities such as Oprah Winfrey, Ellen Wong, Giuliana Rancic, and Meg Donnelly.

To start our Fierce Female series just in time for Women’s History Month, we chatted with Kelly and to learn more about her journey becoming a new celebrity’s favorite fashion house.

Style Fashion Week NYC Day Two

Style Fashion Week NYC Day Two

Yvon Lux

On day two of Style Fashion Week New York, designers, Matte Brand, Sweet Talk Swim, Adriana Sahar, Raul Penarada, Hirun Bangkok, Elie Madi and Rocky Gathercole showcased SS'19 designs at the Manhattan Center. Guests of the shows additionally enjoyed performances by Chloe Maggs and Leah Kate presented by Vezt Music App.

Nude Deals From Nordstrom's

Nude Deals From Nordstrom's

Yvon Lux

I'm obsessed with minimalist glam so nude is a staple color in my wardrobe because it's clean, refined, and sexy. It's especially perfect during the warm months, although I do wear nude and tan year-round. 

When the stores are changing their merchandise for seasonally purposes, this is a great time to hunt for amazing deals. Below are my favorite finds from Nordstrom's. Even if you're a bit tied up with back-to-school shopping for yourself or the kids, you'll be happy to know that all the listed deals are under $200 and most are below $100. 

No More Polyvore. The Alternatives!

No More Polyvore. The Alternatives!

Yvon Lux

Fashion and #ootd enthusiasts are truly saddened by the loss of Polyvore, after it was acquired by SSense, a Canadian-based online retailer. Pinterest and Instagram are filled with outfit inspirations that Polyvore loyalists created. Style bloggers and stylists also loved using this once popular e-commerce store and community to draw traffic to their websites and social media pages. 

Many fans of the site are devastated. They're not sure where else to go to continue creating looks they can share with like-minded fashionistas and support their blog and social media content. Have no fear. Why report a problem and not present you with at least a few solutions?

 

LA Fashion Week Crushed Diversity

LA Fashion Week Crushed Diversity

Yvon Lux

One of the best things I get to do as a fashion and beauty addict is covering creative and social events that reflect the heart of a city. LA Fashion Week did exactly that by not only embracing diversity, but epitomizes it. 

Watching on the sidelines, I enjoyed seeing models from different ethnic backgrounds and of various sizes along with senior and transgender models. As a matter of fact, more than half of the models who walked were of diverse backgrounds. This is higher than NY Fashion Week's thirty percent last year, granted NY Fashion Week is a much larger event. 

Hottest Spring Summer Trends to Slay NOW Part 1

Hottest Spring Summer Trends to Slay NOW Part 1

Yvon Lux

As I'm prepping for #LAFW, many iconic events have wrapped up such as Paris, London, NY, and Milan. While everyone is talking about Fall/Winter 2018, spring fling is in full force. I figured an average gal would want to know what the heck to wear now versus 6 months from now.

So as your trusted "trendster", I'm breaking down the fiercest spring and summer looks you can slay right away. There are so many amazing obsessions this year that this has to be a 2-part series. Here is the first set of favorites!

Most Cringe-worthy Ads: What Were They Thinking?

Most Cringe-worthy Ads: What Were They Thinking?

Yvon Lux

As an owner of a marketing and PR firm, I have always been amazed at the PR nightmares large brands get themselves into with expensive ad campaigns that seemed so clueless, ill-timed, and often with a complete lack of common sense. The backlash of H&M's recent "duh" ad featuring a black child model wearing a hoodie with a monkey and saying "coolest monkey in the jungle" inspired me to gather some of the most controversial and unbecoming ads in recent years. 

Fashion Designers To Follow NOW

Fashion Designers To Follow NOW

Yvon Lux

Does the holiday get you in the mood to be creative with your wardrobe? If so, you’re in luck. Below are 5 game-changing Fashion Designers who forged their own path and influence their way into the world of fashion and of course, Hollywood. 

The featured designers here are not new. Chances are you’ve drooled and oohed-ahhed over their looks without knowing their names. Follow them on Instagram and you’ll definitely be inspired to step up your game. 

Lipsticks You Need NOW

Lipsticks You Need NOW

Yvon Lux

Still holiday party hopping and Christmas shopping? If so, my awesome Instagram gal pals including actresses, models, bloggers, and beauty gurus are here to share their favorite lipstick shades this season.