coupdecoeurny.com Blog http://coupdecoeurny.com/blog www.coupdecoeurny.com Wed, 15 Apr 2009 19:11:42 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.8.4 en hourly 1 Deux is better than Une http://coupdecoeurny.com/blog/2009/04/15/deux-is-better-than-une/ http://coupdecoeurny.com/blog/2009/04/15/deux-is-better-than-une/#comments Wed, 15 Apr 2009 15:17:24 +0000 Administrator http://coupdecoeurny.com/blog/2009/04/15/deux-is-better-than-une/ One of our favorite West Village boutiques, Ludivine, has opened a second location uptown. Now Upper East Siders can get their fill of Vanessa Bruno and other French labels that are all tres jolie! We shop at Ludivine all the time for ourselves and with our clients because of their highly edited collection of the pieces that are both chic and wearable. You won’t leave empty handed!
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While we are celebrating more French style in New York, we wanted to pay tribute to our favorite French style icons. From the top: Empress Josephine (we love an Empire waist), Marie Antointette (for her excess and innovation), Catherine Deneuve (we especially love the costumes of Belle du Jour), Brigitte Bardot (in all her bombshell glory), Audrey Tautou (we loved the sexy slinky designer dresses she donned in Priceless as well as her gamine off-screen style), Vanessa Paradis (for her haute bohemian mix), Carla Bruni (in a skirt suit as First Lady or in jeans and a t-shirt with a guitar as a musician), Jane Birkin and her girls Lou Doillon and Charlotte Gainsbourg (all with individual je ne sai quoi).
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Ludivine, 1612 Lexington Ave. between 82nd and 83rd St.,  212-249-4053.
Ludivine, 172 W. 4th St., between 6th and Great Jones St., 646-336-6576.
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We also picked our favorite ensembles from the Topshop dinner at Balthazar. See our stylish faves from left: Marchesa designer and CDC style icon Georgina Chapman, our favorite young Hollywood actress Emma Roberts looking sophisticated yet youthful as usual, chanteuse Jennifer Hudson had become a pro at dressing for her body shape, the Green family (patriarch is Topshop owner Sir Phillip Green) is a fashionable clan, what seems to be the most in love couple in NYC, Lorenzo Martone and Marc Jacobs were simple and suave and late night host Jimmy Fallon and musician/DJ Mark Ronson represented for the boys in slim fitting suits.

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And we can’t forget the driving force at Topshop, Amanda’s favorite, the /model/designer/muse Kate Moss.

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- Lucia Marcelle Tait

]]> http://coupdecoeurny.com/blog/2009/04/07/london-calling/feed/ 0 Outstanding Oscars http://coupdecoeurny.com/blog/2009/02/23/oscars/ http://coupdecoeurny.com/blog/2009/02/23/oscars/#comments Mon, 23 Feb 2009 16:58:16 +0000 Administrator http://coupdecoeurny.com/blog/2009/02/23/oscars/ Our Top Looks: Penelope Cruz in vintage Balmain (a perennial favorite, Penelope aptly goes for fairy tale glamour), Sarah Jessica Parker in Christian Dior Haute Couture (this ‘barely mint’ confection is dreamy, SJP adds some edge with Lucia’s favorite accessory: the arm band), Anne Hathaway in Armani Prive (perfect fit and silhouette, gorgeous color, lots of shine, and the graduated paillettes give this gown a mermaid quality), Natalie Portman in Rodarte (a stand out color, and a clean and youthful look)

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Our Honorable Mentions: Angelina Jolie in Elie Saab (opting for simple glamour again, with the best jewelry of the night: gigantic emerald earrings and ring from Lorraine Schwartz), Kate Winslet in Yves Saint Laurent (flawless look for Kate’s body, love the movement in the Chopard earrings, absolute best hair of the night, a la Grace Kelly), Freida Pinto in John Galliano (the burgeoning style star caters to the fashion set with an asymmetrical cobalt confection), Tilda Swinton in Lanvin (a star who always pushes the style envelope, is luxe meets cool)

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]]> http://coupdecoeurny.com/blog/2009/02/23/oscars/feed/ 0 Felix Rey Launches an E-Shop http://coupdecoeurny.com/blog/2009/02/13/felix-rey-launches-an-e-shop/ http://coupdecoeurny.com/blog/2009/02/13/felix-rey-launches-an-e-shop/#comments Fri, 13 Feb 2009 00:54:27 +0000 Administrator http://coupdecoeurny.com/blog/2009/02/13/felix-rey-launches-an-e-shop/ Felix Rey, the line of flirty and feminine handbags and accessories founded by Lily Rafii and Sulaika Zarrouk, has re-launched their website as e-commerce. Now you can shop the full collection (including our favorite, the Love and Peace Tote and the Marissa Ikat Clutch) from anywhere.
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And, just for being a Coup de Coeur shopper, the FR girls are offering you 20% off for the entire month of February! Simply enter the code FRCDC20 upon checkout. More great news from the brand: their collection for Target will be in stores March 29 – June 14.
]]> http://coupdecoeurny.com/blog/2009/02/13/felix-rey-launches-an-e-shop/feed/ 0 The Meatpacking Distrcit’s Retail Roster beefs up with Vince and Tory Burch http://coupdecoeurny.com/blog/2009/02/12/the-meatpacking-distrcits-retail-roster-beefs-up-with-vince-and-tory-burch/ http://coupdecoeurny.com/blog/2009/02/12/the-meatpacking-distrcits-retail-roster-beefs-up-with-vince-and-tory-burch/#comments Thu, 12 Feb 2009 22:22:22 +0000 Administrator http://coupdecoeurny.com/blog/2009/02/12/the-meatpacking-distrcits-retail-roster-beefs-up-with-vince-and-tory-burch/ vinceLA based contemporary retailer Vince opened their first NYC boutique this month in the Meatpacking District, featuring both the men’s and women’s collections. Vince’s basics with modern style, such as the
Shawl Collar Sweater and the Chambray Utility Shirt are must-haves for spring. We visited today and ran in one of the first celeb shoppers, Stella Tenant.
Vince, 833 Washington Street, New York, 212-924-0370.   

 

juliettelonguetTory Burch opened her 2nd Manhattan (and 17th nationwide) free-standing boutique in the Meatpacking District. Now Westsiders can get Tory’s signature printed, embellished and colorful styles, such as our favorite: the Rodion Dress, perfect for all those spring weddings!
Tory Burch, 38-40 Little West 12th St, New York, 212-929-0125.
]]> http://coupdecoeurny.com/blog/2009/02/12/the-meatpacking-distrcits-retail-roster-beefs-up-with-vince-and-tory-burch/feed/ 0 Gloden Globes Glow http://coupdecoeurny.com/blog/2009/01/15/gloden-globes-glow/ http://coupdecoeurny.com/blog/2009/01/15/gloden-globes-glow/#comments Thu, 15 Jan 2009 15:26:16 +0000 Administrator http://coupdecoeurny.com/blog/2009/01/15/gloden-globes-glow/ Our Top Looks: Anne Hathaway in Armani Prive (so movie star) Cameron Diaz in Chanel Haute Couture (amazing color worn with casual cool) and January Jones in Versace (another fabulous color worn in old Hollywood glamour, with pockets!)….all with red lips!, Marissa Tomei in Oscar de la Renta (taking a risk that works, love the blouse and maxi skirt as opposed to a gown, accessories are right on)

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Our Honorable Mentions: Eva Mendes in Christian Dior (evokes a statue, love the oversize turquoise jewelry – stunning with hot whote dress and dark latin skin), Kristin Scott Thomas in Lanvin (Parisian easy elegance, sophisticated and age-appropriate), Olivia Wilde in Reem Acra (fresh and not too serious, perfect hair and makeup), Evan Rachel Wood in vintage Elie Saab haute couture (cool aloof glamour, the contrast of pale skin with black shine, looked like she was floating!)

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]]> http://coupdecoeurny.com/blog/2009/01/15/gloden-globes-glow/feed/ 0 Mataano http://coupdecoeurny.com/blog/2009/01/13/mataano/ http://coupdecoeurny.com/blog/2009/01/13/mataano/#comments Tue, 13 Jan 2009 17:02:34 +0000 Administrator http://coupdecoeurny.com/blog/2009/01/13/mataano/ Mataano, meaning ‘twins’ in Somali, is a line of bold dresses designed by identical twin sisters Ayaan and Idyl Mohallim. The sisters, who have already been guests on Oprah along with another twin pair, The Olsens, launched this season with a 10 dress capsule collection. The line features intense, vibrant solids and colorful prints and expresses their multicultural background and ideals, suited for “the woman as a global citizen” according to Idyl. We couldn’t agree more – we will be packing a few Mataano dresses, a few bathing suits and our passports this winter for resort!

www.mataano.com

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]]> http://coupdecoeurny.com/blog/2009/01/13/mataano/feed/ 0 Miami Vices http://coupdecoeurny.com/blog/2009/01/12/miami-vices/ http://coupdecoeurny.com/blog/2009/01/12/miami-vices/#comments Mon, 12 Jan 2009 00:43:06 +0000 Administrator http://coupdecoeurny.com/blog/2009/01/12/miami-vices/ What better way to ring in the New Year than with sun, sand, and sake in party-centric Miami! Quite a few New Yorkers fled the dropping mercury for the summer temperatures down south this year. Daily flights, cheap tickets and a short ride make Miami a fabulous destination for any winter weekend as well.

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What to Pack: Miami’s laid-back atmosphere is perfect for bringing out your ‘fun’ pieces; things you wouldn’t think to wear to dinner at the Waverly or a night out on the Lower East Side. Floridians are never afraid of color so ditch your basic black and compliment your bright hues with crisp white. Beaches and boats area a Miami must (those in Key Biscayne are especially beautiful and exclusive) so bring plenty of bathing suits, cover-ups and sandals. Dinner and drinks at Casa Tua calls for cocktail dresses for women and dress shirts and linens pants for men.

Where to Shop: There a lot of small vintage stores tucked away in South Beach, such as Sasparilla. Just off Lincoln Road this small boutique carries vintage Dior, Gucci and Pucci and amazing prices. Bal Harbor boasts all the big names (Oscar de la Renta, Chloe, Graff, Loro Piana, Tod’s, Saks, Neiman Marcus) in an open-air shopping center filled with tropical gardens and great restaurants – a perfect escape during a short afternoon storm.  Thomas Maier (creative director of Bottega Veneta, of course) is also a must see, a little piece of simplicity and luxury in a sometimes over-the-top city.

Sasparilla Vintage: 1630 Pennsylvania Ave., (South Beach) Miami Beach, FL, 305-532-6611.

Bal Harbor: 9700 Collins Ave., Bal Harbor, Fl, 305-866-0311. http://www.balharborshops.com/

Thomas Maier: 170 N.E. 40th St. (Design District), Miami, FL, 888-373-0707. www.thomasmaier.com

- Lucia Marcelle Tait

]]> http://coupdecoeurny.com/blog/2009/01/12/miami-vices/feed/ 0 Aspen Aspirations http://coupdecoeurny.com/blog/2008/12/08/aspen-aspirations/ http://coupdecoeurny.com/blog/2008/12/08/aspen-aspirations/#comments Mon, 08 Dec 2008 04:16:49 +0000 Administrator http://coupdecoeurny.com/blog/2008/12/08/aspen-aspirations/ Aspen is one of the country’s top ski resort towns, thus a magnet for both ski fanatics and the general jet-set. The season has just begun, so reserve your ticket and pack your bag!

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What to Pack: Fur coats, vests and accessories are a must (or faux-fur if you like) for days of shopping and dinners, as are chic yet weather-proof leather or suede boots. For apres-ski (at The Sky Hotel’s 39 Degrees lounge, of course (pictured above)), just switch your ski boots for cute sneakers and your coat and layers for a fun t-shirt or cashmere sweater.

Where to Shop: Aside from the big luxury names (Louis Vuitton, Fendi and cold weather kings Montcler and Dennis Basso), Aspen is home to quite a few small boutiques. My favorite is The Little Bird, a vintage and consignment store that stocked everything from a J. Mendel astrakhan coat to a selection of exotic skin clutches on my visit. Another favorite is the new J. Crew concept store: J. Crew-at-the-mountain. This unique location is stocked with tons of exclusive pieces and classics – you won’t leave empty handed.

- Lucia Marcelle Tait

]]> http://coupdecoeurny.com/blog/2008/12/08/aspen-aspirations/feed/ 0 Introducing Coup de Coeur’s Holiday Gifting Service! http://coupdecoeurny.com/blog/2008/12/01/introducing-coup-de-coeurs-holiday-gifting-service/ http://coupdecoeurny.com/blog/2008/12/01/introducing-coup-de-coeurs-holiday-gifting-service/#comments Mon, 01 Dec 2008 15:57:03 +0000 Administrator http://coupdecoeurny.com/blog/2008/12/01/introducing-coup-de-coeurs-holiday-gifting-service/ We are proud to announce the Coup de Coeur Gifting Service this holiday season! Everyone wants to give (and receive!) something fabulous for Christmas or Hanukkah or New Year’s, but not everyone has the time or resources to do it. Make it easy for yourself by using our Gifting Service…after all, it’s the thought that counts! 

Coup de Coeur has extensive insider knowledge of shopping in New York, and we know just where to find what you are looking for. Our service is perfect for sourcing gifts for family members, friends, colleagues or host/hostesses of all those holiday soirees and gatherings you will be attending. 

Why use Coup de Coeur’s Gift Service? 

  • Save time during the stressful and busy holiday season by letting the experts handle it 
  • Save money by receiving Coup de Coeur discounts (10-30%) at many retailers 
  • Save energy by having Coup de Coeur or one of our retail partners wrap and ship your gift 
  • Save face by giving a gift the recipient will love! 

How it works:   

  • Contact Coup de Coeur at info@coupdecoeurny.com or 917-464-3699 to receive a Gift Profile 
  • Complete (with as much detail as possible) a Gift Profile for each Gift Recipient as well as the Billing Form and submit both to Coup de Coeur 
  • You will receive a list of 2-5 gift suggestions from Coup de Coeur within 2 days. Choose your favorite suggestion and submit to Coup de Coeur 
  • Coup de Coeur will order, wrap and ship your gift according to your requests 
  • Have a stress-free and happy holiday, spending more time with those you love and less time shopping!   

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