TUESDAY TAILOR ♥ MANDY COON

As promised on my WEDNESDAY BAG post, I give you Mandy Coon...the first US designer I've been super thrilled about since I discovered Brian Lichtenberg and Grey Ant. Here is her current collection, Autumn Winter 2010, because it's so very cold outside. The photos are shot by Samantha Rapp and the model featured is none other than Jamie Bochert. The collection is gorgeous  and sinister and doesn't look like anything else I've seen here in the States. And yes, I do love that black bunny bag that is part of this collection. Have a look and keep your eye out...I'm sure we'll be seeing a whole lot more of her.♡

perfect casting with jamie here.

really hot...not totally my thing, but well done.

gorgeous shot and gorgeous hair.

there's that bunny bag on the left that i love love.

gorgeous color and looks.

both of these looks are gorrrgeous and gorgeously styled.

blush satin thigh-high spats (or are those pants?)...pretty genius.

POST SCRIPT...I think that Valentino for Gap collab is totally and undeniably aw-ful. Who's the moron who decided to team Valentino with the Gap? Just awful awful. The Gap looks so desperate. And the people behind Valentino look so confused and lost. I am hoping Alex at Searchingforstyle.com will do a post on this. She does the opinions on fashion. But I wanted to say it's a total shame what they're doing. The Gap needs to hire people who understand what they're doing...not people stuck in 1992. They've lost their watch at The Gap...they have NO idea what time it is.

more tuesday tailor ♥ built by wendy fall

all images by samantha rapp from mandycoon.com

MAKEUP MONDAY ♥ CALVIN KLEIN & COTY

Yep...One very iconic American clothing brand and one equally iconic cosmetic brand will team up to launch and market a beauty range in 2012. Not familiar with Coty Cosmetics? I was actually planning on doing a full post on Mr. Coty in the near future because I know a lot of great little stories about him and his wife (Lilly Daché) who I'll also be covering (I know an amazing story about Lilly Daché that someone who knew her personally told me!). So I'll save most of the stuff for that. But, if you've ever taken a stroll through your local drugstore's makeup aisle, you will have most likely seen time and time again a pretty little round powder box covered in cotton puffs. THAT'S COTY. It's their famous staple AirSpun Loose Powder. That sounds pretty smart. Calvin Klein is red hot right now, and it's genius for them to relaunch their product line, but do it with someone who knows cosmetics. Now I wish Marc Jacobs had teamed up like this, but maybe in 2013, we'll get to hear about that. (PS New school CK isn't really very Nancy Girl...but vintage CK (a la Brooke Shields--and Coty--sure is!)♡

iconic AirSpun Loose Powder from Coty Cosmetics

isn't the package so cute? i'm so glad they never updated it.

vintage coty cosmetics adverts

vintage CK ONE adverts...CK already rules it with fragrance.

one of the best ads ever...Brooke Shields for Calvin. my mom had some of her old wwd's and i know we have this in a box somewhere in the garage.

more makeup monday ♥ perfection equals cherry


images from 
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SUN MATINEE ♥ PEE WEE & GRACE JONES!

I love Pee Wee. And Paul Rubens. I watched this Pee Wee's Playhouse Christmas Special and I was shocked at how many huge rad celebs were on there. But the biggest surprise was to see Grace Jones looking amazing in something that looks very Thierry Mugler. Plus, if you've done any creative or art directing, how can you NOT be mesmerized by the set and all the stuff that goes on in the Playhouse? I mean, that creative group that put the show on must have had the best time designing the sets and costumes and coming up with all kinds of rad stuff. I'd love to work on a project like this. Anyway, check out Grace Jones in her fabulous frock singing Xmas songs! Amazing! (The whole thing is a like a Xmas acid trip!)♡

more sunday matinee ♥ wild style

SATURDAY SHOPPING ♥ CDG CRAZY HOLIDAY

Here's the new COMME DES GARÇONS window at Dover Street Market featuring the CDG holiday campaign:

the Comme Des Garçons window at Dover Street Market

 

What you actually see in the window in the image above is a confetti-like mess of limited edition CDG items for the holiday season. One of the best things Comme des Garçons does is all their special pieces. (Like the Kaws X CDG wallet that I own and LOVE.) Some of these new items are "polka dot teddy bears, colorful resin jewellery from Thai designer, Ek Thongprasert, men's heavy metal chain necklace from Florian of Austria, a lego block ornament from New York's Nathan Sawaya, a hand made papier maché covered perfume bottle, as well as multicolored patchwork knits and PLAY T-shirts, and not forgetting the green pink and yellow cotton shirts and matching sarouels, all from Comme des Garçons."

Here are some of the special items you can find at the shop or via online from Dover Street Market...and happy shopping!♡

Damien Hirst X Converse Sneakers

CDG "FLUO" WALLETS

CDG PLAY T-SHIRTS

CDG PLAY CONVERSE ALL STARS...PERFECT FOR YOUR STYLEE BOYFRIEND!

CDG SUPER FLUO WALLET

 CDG SQUARE SUPER FLUO WALLET

There are other simpler styles in these "crazy" colors:

 

more saturday shopping ♥ céline cabas

all images from https://shop.doverstreetmarket.com

BLACK FRIDAY FANCY ♥ ALEX & CHLOE

Everyone must be shopping online...right? Or a lot of people. I love these heart jewelry pieces by Los Angeles duo Alex & Chloe. And you can buy them, as well as a ton of other items, from them online.Their products are used a ton in fashion editorials and by stylists for videos and TV shows. And if you check out their site, you'll see why. They have a TON of stuff to choose from. Anyway, I'd rather shop online and spend the rest of the Black Friday with my friends drinking champagne in a bar!♡

ALEX AND CHLOE KEY TO MY HEART NECKLACE

ALEX AND CHLOE BLACK HEART NECKLACE 1X1 INCHES  (ALSO AVAILABLE IN OTHER COLORS)

GIANT OVERSIZED HEART NECKLACE...IT'S ABOUT 2.5 INCHES X 2.5 INCHES. OR JUST UNDER.

ALEX AND CHLOE MINI HEART CHARM BRACELET

ALEX AND CHLOE HEART EARRINGS

THIS IS THE MINI CHARM NECKLACE.

more saturday shopping ♥ karen walker

all images from http://www.alexandchloe.com

SHOE ME THURSDAY ♥ ROCKER GIRL

I saw these first shoes, TOPSHOP's gold-capped "snake" pumps, and I went back in time. They're not as high as mine, but I used to have (I think I still have them in a box in my old room) a favorite pair of party shoes...really high black pumps with gold tips. No one else had those heels and I'd wear them with really tight tight spandex dresses. And it took me like 40 minutes to do my hair UPSIDE DOWN! I was so so young. I can't believe I was even allowed to leave the house like that and go to the Sunset Strip! I know these aren't super Nancy Girl shoes...but they immediately reminded me of that time. They should be higher and if they didn't have the snake imprint, they'd be better maybe. And the gold tips could be a bit smaller. But I get where they were going.

TOPSHOP HEELS £50

I think if I relived that era (well, I still kind of live that era :) ) I'd maybe choose the below shoes from Miss Selfridge for only £55. Cute studded heels. When I get a chance, I'll do a post with all my old party shoes. I have them ALL!

pretty cute for the price especially!

aren't these hot?

OH AND PS...if you're in the States...hope you have a lovely lovely holiday (I'll be watching old movies and eating mashed potatoes...and drinking!)♡

more shoe me thursday ♥ carven

images from topshop and miss selfridge

WEDNESDAY BAG ♥ MANDY COON BUNNY

Oh geez....some of these new pieces are making me feel crazy because they're so so crazy GOOD. First of all, I have been obsessing over those JCDC Bambi heels. And now I'm like, I really also would love to add these Mandy Coon bunny bags to my collection! They're so cool because they're shiny and black! Velvet and leather with a gold chain! Around $560....for one size and the larger one that's made of lamb leather entirely is around $600. I think I would really want that one. But I'd take either! Amazing. And so so cool. (I'll feature Mandy Coon in one of my future Tuesday Tailor posts...!)♡

velvet and leather smaller bag for $560

velvet and leather bunny bag unzipped

this is the larger bag made of all lamb leather...LOVE IT!

close up of the all-leather bag's bunny head!

more wednesday bag ♥ jun takahashi

images of bags from colette.fr
top image from mandycoon.com

TUESDAY TAILOR ♥ BBW SAMPLE SALE

CLICK ON THE AD TO GO TO THE SALE!

more tuesday tailor ♥ richard nicoll

TUESDAY TAILOR ♥ FUNKY MONKI

Now if you're from the States like I am, you won't be familiar with Monki...but you should be. Even if you don't like the clothes, which look pretty ready-to-wear simple, you should def check out the entire branding design concept as well as their website aesthetic. It's amazing! And they're so smart (yes, I think those Scandies are super smart/brilliant with design) that they have just launched a magazine (i.e. a branded publication which is so so so smart and what I've been preaching to brands to do for-like-ev-er!). The entire package is done so well. Apparently they have stores all over over there (Sweden, Denmark, Norway, Finland and Germany)...but none in the UK or over here across the pond. But looks like you can order online!♡

FROM MONKI MAGAZINE

FROM MONKI MAGAZINE

their branded publication has really cute editorial. love it.

more tuesday tailor ♥ peter jensen

all images from monki.com

MAKEUP MONDAY ♥ HONEY & GRITS!

 

I've been sampling a lot of good new product lately (some of it will be on here a bit later today, too). And one of my favorite new products is a HOLLYBETH'S GRITS & HONEY SCRUB . HOLLYBETH'S is a natural skin and body care line from the (US) South...Georgia to be exact. And everyone I know from Georgia is magical. There's something about the South that people love. And there's something else that makes everything down there so damn good. Out of all her products, I absolutely am hooked on this face scrub. First of all, it's honey. Honey is amazing for your skin. It acts like a humectant, which means it draws moisture to your skin. It also heals your skin. Honey is really magical. But the addition of grits makes it that much better because you're also exfoliating the dead skin off. Rather than just scrub my face, I actually slather some of it on and leave it on my face for as long as I can (usually a couple of hours). Then I scrub it off. The packaging is pretty and it's only $25 (US) for a 2 ounce jar. Another thing I should mention is that I keep it in the refrigerator, because it is all-natural. It keeps much better that way. Would make for a sweet holiday gift or a mini-personal-spa treatment for yourself while the family is visiting.♡

more makeup monday ♥ collective wellbeing

image from hollybeth.net

SUNDAY MATINEE ♥ 60s FASHION PIONEERS

Sex, Drugs And Rock 'n' Roll: The '60s Revealed is a great documentary. Amazing, in fact. This part, which is part 5 of 6 parts showcases some of the most amazing designers of that time and interviews them! I think the hottest one on there is none other than Ossie Clark. You can watch the other parts here . Really fantastic...♡ 

more sunday matinee ♥ petra cortright

SATURDAY SHOPPING ♥ VINTAGE YARD SALE!

I'LL BE POSTING ITEMS TODAY...SO PLEASE STAY TUNED/CHECK BACK! JUST SOME KNICK KNACKS I NEED TO GET RID OF...!

Yep...I'm getting rid of some things. I have waaaay too much vintage that I have never worn and never will wear. And I'm finally getting rid of some of it. Most of these pieces are for warmer weather. But maybe some of you are in warmer climates. I also have (scroll down) a set of Burberry lookbooks that are gorgeous and well made. I'm keeping my Chanel lookbooks and all of my fashion week invites (especially the ones from Paris), but rather than throw these books away, I thought I'd see if anyone wants to buy them. Prices are negotiable on the lookbooks. There are also some good boots on here. I love and loved them. But I haven't worn them in ages. And I think it's time they went to someone else who loves them. You'll have to pay for shipping, of course. In any case, browse around and email me at feelingnancy at gmail.com with any questions. Happy shopping!♡

Item 1)  SET OF 11 BURBERRY LOOKBOOKS. THESE ARE REALLY WELL MADE AND...HEAVY. THE SET INCLUDES: BURBERRY PRORSUM MENSWEAR AUTUMN/WINTER 08/09, BURBERRY PRORSUM WOMENSWEAR AUT/WINTER 08/09, BURBERRY  AUT/WINTER MENSWEAR 07/08, BURBERRY  MENSWEAR SS 07, BURBERRY SS 07, BURBERRY LONDON MENSWEAR SUMMER 09, BURBERRY LONDON SUMMER MENS AND WOMENSWEAR 09, BURBERRY LONDON WOMENSWEAR SUMMER 09, AND THREE LARGER THINNER LOOKBOOKS...IN TOTAL 11 BOOKS. ASKING PRICE IS $100 USD OR BEST OFFER.

SET OF 11 BURBERRY LOOKBOOKS

 

ITEM 2) VINTAGE GRAY SUEDE BOOTS. $30 USD. THESE BOOTS WERE SO LOVED BY ME. BUT I THINK I'M INTO DIFFERENT THINGS NOW. THE HEELS HAVE BEEN FIXED. AND EVEN THOUGH THEY WERE LOVED, THEY LOOK GREAT. THEY ARE A WOMENS US 7. I'M A PERFECT 6.5 AND THEY FIT ME WELL. THEY HAVE ABOUT A 3-INCH HEEL. SO YOU CAN RUN AROUND IN THEM.

ITEM 3) VINTAGE 60S HAWAIIAN MINI DRESS WITH EMPIRE WAIST. $25 USD. THIS IS A GREAT DRESS IF YOU LIKE MINIS AND PRINTS AND EMPIRE WAISTS. I LOVE THIS DRESS, BUT I HAVE A LOT OF MINIS THAT I WEAR ALL THE TIME. AND I REALLY HAVE TO PART WITH IT EVEN THOUGH I LOVE THE STYLE. IT'S A VERY SMALL SMALL. ITS MADE IN HAWAII.

FRONT

BACK

DETAIL

BOW DETAIL AT EMPIRE WAIST

ITEM 4) VINTAGE 70S BOHO DRESS SIZE SMALL. $20 USD. I HAVE SO MANY OF THESE KINDS OF DRESSES AND I ALWAYS WEAR MY FAVORITE 2. SO I HAVE TO SAY BYE TO THIS ONE. I LOVE THESE BECAUSE THEY ARE SLIGHTLY SHEER. WOULD BE SO NICE WITH SOME HIGH VINTAGE BROWN GUCCI SUEDE BOOTS (WHICH I ALSO OWN).

TERRIBLE LIGHTING BUT THE SUN WENT DOWN. IT'S ACTUALLY BLACK.

ITEM 5) VINTAGE 60S HAWAIIAN GREEN PRINT POLY DRESS SIZE SMALL. $20 USD. THIS DRESS IS POLY, BUT IT'S ALSO REALLY GREAT. THE PRINT IS KIND OF ELEY KISHIMOTO FOR ME...I LOVE THIS DRESS. THE GREENS ARE GREAT AND YOU CAN SEE IN ONE OF THE CLOSE UPS HOW ONE OF THE SHADES IS A BIT FLASH.

ITEM 6) RED 80'S DOES 40'S POLKA-DOT TOP. SIZE XS/SMALL. $20 USD. SUPER CUTE. BUT I'VE NEVER WORN IT. THE LABEL IS REALLY CUTE, TOO.

ITEM 7) VINTAGE 80S WHITE LEATHER PUMPS WITH GOLD AND BLACK AND SILVER DETAIL. I THINK THEY'RE A US 7. $20 USD. SUPER 80S. I HAVE WAY TOO MANY OF THESE.  ONE OF HEELS NEEDS A NEW BIT ON THE VERY BOTTOM. THE OTHER ONE IS NEW ON THE BOTTOM OF THE HEEL.

ITEM 8) PRETTY NAVY VINTAGE 70'S SHEER DRESS. SIZE SMALL/MEDIUM. $20 USD. VERY PRETTY BUT LIKE I SAID BEFORE, I WEAR MY FAVORITES OVER AND OVER. TIME TO LET IT GO.

ITEM 9) VINTAGE 80'S COTTON PRAIRIE BOHO LAURA ASHLEY STYLE PURPLE FLORAL DRESS. SIZE MEDIUM. $20 USD.

more saturday shopping ♥ secret perfume

nancy girl yard sale image by mandana towhidy