December 2011

For those of you who didn’t get a chance to catch the 3-story art collective behemoth that is the Mr.Brainwash ‘Art Show 2011″ (or didn’t want to wait in the lines wrapped around the building), consider yourself lucky as January 1st and 2nd have been added as additional viewing days.  Inside, you’ll find enlarged sculpture pieces of pop culture figures like Darth Vadar and Mr. Potato Head.  He’s also called on scores of other street artists from all over to tag the walls of the abandoned warehouse with their own artwork and signatures.  This is a must see as Mr. Brainwash will destroy everything in the exhibit upon closing the doors on January 2nd.   And it’s free as well!  Opening at 2pm Sunday and Monday.  Visit www.artshow2011.com for more information.

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Here’s two of my favorites singing one of my favorites!  And who knew Joseph had such a gorgeous voice?  Enjoy, and by the way,

What are you doing for New Year’s Eve?

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Long a fan of the trend herself, Nevena hosted a Style Clinic at the Soho Beach House in Miami discussing the menswear trend in women’s fashion, and how it came from a choice to be daring to a way of standard acceptable way of dressing for women.   [click to continue…]

Naughty or Nice

The title says it all!!  Santa’s checking his list and depending on which you’ve been (or both!!), there’s something here for you!  Vie Luxe candles, named after exotic locales like St. Moritz and Buenos Aires,  can transform any space into a romantic setting.   The Valentino sexy secretary heels are perfect for playing out your boardroom fantasies.   Prefer to play it a little more straight-laced?  Get the Burberry mod coat for a 60s ladylike shape.  Then wear the Undrest lingerie underneath for the big reveal!!  You get the picture, now all you need is mistletoe :)

Givenchy

We are DYING over the Mert & Marcus – shot Spring campaign for Givenchy!  Goth beach is the new black and Gisele has never looked better….

xx,  Adriane  & Ami

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Baby It's Cold Outside

Third up in our Holiday Gift Guides – Baby It’s Cold Outside -

These are all the yummy, cozy pieces you need to face winter.  From furs by MGSM and Iro and lace up boots from Raparo to soft knits from Inhabit and Soyer, you’ll find everything you need to stay warm in style!

Piper-Heidsieck bottle by Jean Paul Gaultier

Got a little extra to spend for the holidays?  We know what we want… the Black Cancan  -  the Jean Paul Gaultier Piper-Heidsieck bottle of vintage 2000 champagne….dressed in black lurex and fishnet with black Swarovski crystals, and 2 Schott Zwiesel crystal flutes in a red & black velvet case.  Only 60 have been made so you should hurry.  We’ll love you longest time :)

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Santa's Got It In The Bag

Next up on Curve’s Holiday Gift Guide:  Santa’s Got It In The Bag!

It’s the one thing a girl can’t live without, and we’ve got great ones to choose from!  From the perennial favorite Alexander Wang Rocco Bag and the Valentino iPad case to the collector-worthy McQueen Ostrich Print Clutch and everything in between,  Curve’s got bags for every girl on your gift list!  Click the image to shop away!

Gifts That Keep On Giving

Curve’s holiday guides have something for everyone and every budget this season!  First up?  The gifts that keep on giving.

Gracelettes:  these adorable and delicate bracelets with a tiny diamonette have been seen on the wrists of many (including mine!), and proceeds from sales of the Gracelettes go to help the homeless.

Modelinia Best Friends Forever Bracelet:  the nOir Jewelry limited-edition bracelets come in different color combinations with a flag charm symbolizing some of the world’s most adored models’ home countries.  Plus, Curve will send proceeds from the sales of the bracelets (and 100% of all Somalia bracelet sales) to Save The Children.

Falling Whistles:  longtime Curve partners Falling Whistles are still fighting for peace in Congo, and every little bit helps!!  Buy a whistle for a loved one and help spread the word!

next up – Santa’s Got It In The Bag!!!!  Awesome bags and clutches that will guarantee big smiles on Sunday morning !!

Last night I got take take part in an event with some of my friends that is very near to my heart – [click to continue…]

Gwyneth Paltrow has selected Curve NYC as one of her favorite shops in her New York City GOOP guide – her carefully curated resource for the tried and tested of the best and coolest of Manhattan!  She literally went all over the island to select her Big Apple faves!  Here’s what Gwyneth had to say about her latest endeavor – [click to continue…]

Voila!  Jeunesse has arrived – a new label launched by Sean Barron (of Joie and Katayone Adeli fame) and Cynthia Mittweg, the designer behind super luxe and comfy knit line Aiko.  The concept behind the line, backed by Theory’s Andrew Rosen, is a collaboration with a designer on a single category per season.  First up?  Stylist to the stars and longtime Curve client Cristina Ehrlich, whose silk button up blouses named after her favorite French women are spot on trend in beautiful fleur-de-lis and polka dot prints.   They’re the perfect look for anyone of any age.   Who and what’s next?  We’ll just have to wait and see, but judging by the first delivery, which touched down today, you won’t want to miss it!

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This holiday season, support an amazing cause while being chic at the same time!   [click to continue…]

Curve Soleil is pleased to host Magda Berliner – the amazing designer and longtime friend of Curve for a trunk show during Art Basel to showcase her much coveted and often sold out Lace Collection.  We recently chatted with the queen of recycled elegance to ask her about how she started,  what inspires her, and why people cant get enough of her dresses: [click to continue…]

Azature Pogosian, the designer of the eponymous AZATURE collection and a dear friend of ours, is exhibiting some of his gorgeous black diamonds during an exclusive engagement at Curve Soleil for Art Basel.  A favorite amongst celebrities and the international jetset,  Azature discusses being born into jewelry and how his pieces are like art: [click to continue…]