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A sneak peek at the new collections from GLITTERRINGS and Jill Zarin

GLITTERRINGS and Jill Zarin

Lucky Duck enjoys a private viewing of the beautiful new collection from GLITTERRINGS.

During Fashion Week in February, I got introduced to GLITTERRINGS and Jill Zarin, and I was impressed right away. The jewelry is beautiful, and I love that you get such a high quality piece at such a reasonable price.

Inside the GLITTERRINGS showroom

This week, I received a very special invitation to the GLITTERRINGS showroom on 5th Avenue in New York City. Karen Webster, GLITTERRINGS President and Co-Founder, personally gave me a tour of the stunning new collections, which are sure to fly off display racks this Summer, Fall, and Holiday Season.

A bright light on Jill Zarin’s new collections

As I walked into the gorgeous and sparkly showroom, I was taken aback by the beauty of everything on the table to my left. I was greeted with such kindness and was offered a Bellini and a Baked By Melissa cupcake. Karen walked me through each new collection out on display.

Jill Zarin The Hamptons Collection

The Hamptons Collection

The Hamptons Collection, available Summer 2013, represents the beachy summer months. You’ll find summery pinks, creams, and grays built out in shimmery resin stone, sand opal crystals, and white opal crystals. Prices range from $30.00-$135.00.

Jill Zarin The Moroccan Collection

The Moroccan Collection

The Moroccan Collection, available Summer 2013, was inspired by Jill’s trip to Morocco. You’ll find that the colors, textures, and architecture in the line represent Moroccan craftsmanship and marketplaces. The collection has a worn metal look and uses metallic jet hematite stone accents with pops of turquois blues and deep reds. Prices range from $18.00-$88.00.

Jill Zarin The Baroque Collection

The Baroque Collection

The Baroque Collection, available August 1st, includes a parade of brocade, combined with enamel and intricate metal detailing. The rich, luxe look and feel can be found in pendants, chokers, button and chandelier earrings. Prices range from $25.00-$50.00.

Jill Zarin The Holiday Collection

The Holiday Collection

The Holiday Collection, available October 1st, is a chic, vintage inspired collection of black and white crystals. The shimmery designs will give you the elegance to impress at your holiday parties. Prices range from $18.00-$175.00.

More from GLITTERRINGS

I was excited to see the beautiful Heather Rock Envy snake print ring that I was gifted at Fashion Week on the table! Of course I was wearing Heather to the showroom with my matching snake print Vince Camuto Allia shoes that my mom bought me for my birthday!

Vince Camuto Allia Heather Ring

Shannon Truax in the GLITTERRINGS showroom

Here is a look at the dazzling GLITTERRINGS family. You can get it right away!

GLITTERRINGS COLLECTIONS

Blue: Rock Envy

Red: Great Gatsby

Green: Inspirational

Purple: Tribal

It’s impossible to pick just one thing

This time, I picked Ashley from the Rock Envy Collection. In fact, I wore this stunning piece to The CLIO Awards this week! I’ve gotten a ton of compliments on it, just as I do my Heather ring.

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About GLITTERRINGS

GLITTERRINGS a leading manufacturer of fine fashion jewelry, specializing in fashion rings. Known for its outstanding design, quality, and workmanship, GLITTERRINGS has become the brand of choice for the discriminating woman who desires “faux real” jewelry that is not only fashionable but beautifully designed and affordable. GLITTERRINGS brands include the GLITTERRINGS Collection available online at www. glitterrings.com. The Jill Zarin Jewelry Collection available at www.jillzarinjewelry.com, Debbie Merle Designs available at www.debbiemerledesigns.com, the ARIELLA Collection available exclusively at Nordstrom, the Michela Durrone Collection available exclusively at Lord & Taylor, and the Carolina Amato Jewelry Collection available at Lord & Taylor and online at www.carolinaamatojewelry.com. GLITTERRINGS also develops and manufactures a host of private label collections for leading brands and HSN.

Thank you, Rusk hair care: The Thermal Flat Iron Spray and Silver Glitter Hairspray rock

Rusk Thermal Flat Iron Spray and Silver Glitter Hair Spray

Lucky Duck thanks Rusk for the awesome sprays.

When I attended the lounge at Yotel during Fashion Week, I interviewed two executives from the Rusk line – Gretchen Shomo, Director Brand Development and Gerard Caruso, Rusk Artistic Director. While Gerard recommended the Rusk Thermal Flat Iron Spray, Gretchen recently sent it to my place, to try and review. She also included the Silver Glitter Hairspray.

I love the products

It is such a pleasure to get these products to try. I would definitely recommend using a thermal spray every time before you flat iron or curl your hair. It’s a great way to protect your hair from breakage, and it also acts as a hairspray and helps your style last longer. A two for one!

Thank you for the products, Rusk! I can’t wait to get my hands on the Gold Glitter hairspray coming out this holiday season.

 

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Chanel Illusion Ombre, NARS Shadow Pencil, and the NARS 15×15 book at Book Marc in The West Village

My makeup kit

Lucky Duck recommends Chanel and NARS eye makeup.

As The Oscars are unfolding on television tonight, the dresses and jewelry are causing quite a buzz – rightfully so. My favorite moment from The Red Carpet this year was seeing Queen Latifah in Badgley Mischka!

Lucky Duck is taking a different angle on beauty and fashion tonight and talking about makeup, again.

Let me establish credibility

I was a Spokesperson for Estee Lauder for years and would present at Macy’s department stores, all across Western Washington.

Shannon Harms is a spokesperson for Estee Lauder

Beauty Fashion magazine quoted me in Downtown Seattle.

Shannon Harms-Truax in Beauty Fashion Magazine

Chanel Illusion Ombre

My first makeup technique in my original makeup post from Seattle is:

1. Start your lid with an eye shadow base; it will help prevent your shadow from creasing and will bring out the color of your powder shadow.

Chanel’s Illusion Ombre is my new favorite, preferred choice for a nice creamy shadow to pat on first. I’ve been using this product for three weeks and am very pleased. It doesn’t crease, and you can use the brush that comes with it to swipe on over your eyeliner for instant pop, shimmer, and shine.

Chanel Illusion Ombre

Top row, left to right: Vision, Mirafique, Fantasme; Bottom row, left to row: Epatant, Apparence

The makeup is spongy to the touch and glides on nicely. The colors are sheer, which is nice for a casual look all by itself, or as a wonderful base to layer on your other stuff.

And because my second tip in my original technique blog post  is…

2. You can wear any color of eye shadow; you just have to find the right shade.

… I want to clarify the difference between Vision on the top left corner above and Apparence, in the bottom right corner, for you shimmery gold lovers out there. Vision is a bright gold (swatch on the far left on my hand below), and Apparence has more color density to it (far right, below). They are different enough to get both, especially when Vision is a Limited Edition.

Chanel Illusion Ombre swatches

NARS Soft Touch Shadow Pencil

I am in love with three of the NARS Soft Touch Shadow Pencils. Pictured below, top to bottom: Corcovado, Empire, and Aigle Noir.

NARS Soft Touch Shadow Pencils

Because tip #4 in my original post is…

4. Don’t miss seasonal products that are limited editions.

I made sure to follow Chanel Vision suit and not miss the golden Corcovado Soft Touch Shadow Pencil that NARS put out for Spring this year. These pencils are not dry and painful to use. They glide on nicely as a smooth gel, and you really don’t have to sharpen it very often. I think I will have these FOREVER.

TIP: You can keep pencils longer in your kit because you sharpen them when they wear; they don’t just sit in the box growing bacteria.

My favorite technique with these products

I have been enjoying putting down the Chanel Vision or Apparence first, and penciling Aigle Noir on my lid. Then, I’ll take a light Clinique powder shadow in a beige-gold color and go over everything to smooth it out.

 

Francois NARS photographs his celeb canvases

And I was such a Lucky Duck today to have found NARS’ 15×15 book on Book Marc’s Sale table today in The West Village!! There are many reasons why this is cool:

  • It is numbered copy 430 of 1500, so it’s a collector’s edition! And what’s more, my lucky number is 43.
  • It has a price tag of 86 pounds (equivalent to almost $200 USD) inside, but I got it for only $10.00! Ten. Dollars.

Book Marc in The West Village

  • It is absolutely stunning, and Marc Jacobs is featured.

Marc Jacobs in NARS 15x15 book

Book Marc is a Marc Jacobs store

I asked my sales person about the book shop, Book Marc (LOVE the clever name!), which sits diagonally from Marc Jacob’s’ clothing store. This location was historically an important book store in NYC, so when the space became available, Marc picked it up and began carrying books, since his clothing stores feature cool books anyway.

Book Marc in The West Village

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Recap: Lucky Duck’s experiences at New York City Fashion Week, Fall 2013

Kate Upton makes an appearance at Fashion Week

Lucky Duck and Kate Upton hang out at the Mercedes-Benz display.

It was incredible to live in New York during Fashion Week and participate is so many events around the city. Being new, I’m proud of myself for getting into so many important events – and I’m proud that I didn’t let the blizzard stop me.

“Fashion waits for no one, and it doesn’t stop for snow.” – Me, Fireside Chat #1

  • 4 Runway shows
  • 4 Style Lounges
  • 4 Designers’ private parties
  • 2 Presentations of a new line
  • 1 amfAR gala
  • 1 Gifted green blouse
  • 1 Gifted clutch
  • 1 Gifted GLITTERRINGS ring
  • 1 Huge bag of Fashion Week swag

My New York City Fashion Week TOC

I have several blog posts floating around right now, so I wanted to pull all of my Fashion Week posts together for quick access. The pictures below show what I wore to the event and click to the corresponding blog post.

Shannon Harms at Red Dress Heart Life Gala
Diet Coke The Heart Truth Red Dress Collection

This is the jewel that kicks off Fashion Week in New York City every year. Top tier designers, such as Badgley Mischka and Oscar de la Renta, create beautiful red gowns for celebrities to strut. Toni Braxton, Kelly Osbourne, Jillian Michaels, and Kris Jenner were among the stars who walked the runway.

Me at Rebecca Minkoff

Front Row at Rebecca Minkoff

It was unbelievably exciting to sit on the runway for one of the coolest shows during Fashion Week. Minkoff brought a live band onstage to keep the tempo upbeat for her fantastic new collection.

Cesar Galindo and me

Cesar Galindo’s private party at Toy

As the blizzard continued to come down, I put on my boots and walked down to Gansevoort Meatpacking to attend Galindo’s party, where models danced with feathers on the bar and spun from the ceiling. Loved that Cesar and I were both in cozy fashionable sweaters.

Shannon Harms and Duro Olowu

Duro Olowu presents his new collaboration

Duro gave me two pieces from his new collection, and on March 1st, you can get your hands on his collection at JCP in-store and online. The collection includes apparel, accessories, and housewares. Awesome lounge, hosted by The Daily Front Row.

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The Daily Front Row Style Lounge

Hands down, the best lounge at Fashion Week. The Daily Front Row brought in awesome vendors, music, and provided an open bar. I loved spending time at Yoplait, mixing chocolate chips and coconut into my Key Lime Greek Yogurt with Aussie Model Nicole Trunfio!

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Second row at Stacy Igel with interviews

This was the first time I had the chance to visit a different tent. The Conair Style 360 tent was awesome, and Stacy’s show was FUN. She introduced a new kids line, had Gia Giudice showing it off, and gave us a British Invasion-Style live performance by Leah Labelle! After the show, Stacy and Rosario Dawson gave me a quick interview.

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Badgley Mischka presents their best line yet

This collection was so me. I wore a Badgley Mischka black, gold, silver, snake-like jeweled caftan, which I thought was perfect, given it’s The Year of the Golden Snake! Selita Ebanks took a photo with me backstage and said I was pretty. Mark and James were so nice.

Of Whonder

Of Whonder is a brand new line for plus-sizes

Blog post to come. John, who ran PR for this exclusive event at Arena, is in the process of providing me photos from the step and repeat. This line is very cool, and I can’t wait to write up the post!

Bright Box Pete and Me
RUSK Lounge at Yotel

I had the opportunity to interview the Brand Director for RUSK/BaBliss/Conair, the Creative Director for RUSK, the Co-Founder of Bright Box, Eric of The Art of EMJ, and Foco Coconut Water.

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GLITTERRINGS gifts me a beautiful ring

With such a huge Swarovski Elements stone and leather inlay, I was surprised to find out that GLITTERRINGS are actually affordable. I love my GLITTERRINGS ring and have been wearing it around the clock.

 

Mercedes-Benz put on another fabulous Fashion Week

Mercedes-Benz had an awesome setup, as usual! During Fashion Week in September of 2011, for example, I was very pleased to see that the SLS on display matched my outfit (left, below). This year, I was thrilled to see that Kristi, who is in the photo with me, was back in the tent (right, below).

Shannon Harms and Mercedes SLS at Fashion Week Kristi and I at the tent

I was also happy to see a new face over at Mercedes – Gabriel’s adorable face! We took pictures in the TRESemme photo booth, and he grabbed a shot of me with the car.

TRESemme Photo Booth with Gabriel Shannon Harms at Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week

Every year, Badgley Mischka is my big show, and because I’ve always flown in from Seattle, it’s usually the only event that I attend. (However, in 2011, I attended the Betsey Johnson show, which brought my total to two.) This year, I attended at least one event per day, every day of Fashion Week.

Badgley Mischka signage at Fashion Week Shannon in the tent at Fashion Week

 

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GLITTERRINGS and the Jill Zarin Jewelry Collections dazzle at NYC Fashion Week

GLITTERRINGS Heather Ring

Lucky Duck is blinded by the sparkle of GLITTERRINGS.

After the Badgley Mischka fashion show, I walked over to The Stone Rose Lounge to enjoy some time at The Daily Front Row Style Lounge – and I’m glad I did. I was introduced to GLITTERRINGS!

GLITTERRINGS is a stunning product

I saw a lot of beautiful things on the runways during Fashion Week, but I have to say that one of the best things that I saw, hands down, is the Heather ring, by GLITTERRINGS, and I’ve been wearing it around the clock for the last three days.

And it’s affordable

It’s the Year of the Snake, so right away the cool snake skin leather inlay caught my eye. And I love the steely silver Hematite. But the stone – wow, it’s a huge and truly gorgeous Swarovski Elements stone. I immediately priced this out at about $400 just by looking at it, and I’m generally spot on when I guess a price point. Well guess what – I was off. WAY. OFF. Heather goes for $65.00 on the website.

Glitterrings

A look at some other beautiful pieces in the collection

On the Store product page, you can find these.

GLITTERRINGS Rock Envy Rings

GLITTERRINGS Rock Envy

The Jill Zarin Collection is beautiful and sophisticated

You can also check out the new line by Jill Zarin, which includes two distinct styles. On one end, you have a collection inspired by the signature neighborhoods of New York City: Downtown, Lincoln Center, Chinatown, Broadway, and The Upper East Side. The second style includes fashion statements that are inspired by Jill’s travels around the world.

The Jill Zarin Collection

I am very excited to have a GLITTERRINGS, and I am going to buy a gunmetal colored nail polish this weekend to celebrate this gorgeous new ring!

The Jill Zarin Collection

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Nolcha Fashion Week Fashion Lounge Presented by RUSK at Yotel

Nolcha Fashion Week Lounge by RUSK at Yotel

Lucky Duck meets talented people and leading brands at the Nolcha Fashion Lounge, presented by RUSK.

As Fashion Week in New York City comes to a close on Valentine’s Day, the fourth floor at Yotel was transformed into a high style party, celebrating the brands who made Nolcha Fashion Week happen. And I had the awesome chance to talk to them 1:1.

Gerard Caruso, Rusk Artistic Director, gives some styling tips and talks about his vision

In this video, meet Gerard Caruso, Rusk Artistic Director, the creative genius behind the hair styles that rocked Nolcha Fashion Week at Chelsea Piers. As I watched Gerard style Micki’s hair, his clear explanations and techniques really taught me a thing or two about how to curl my hair and protect it from heat.

Gretchen Shomo, Director Brand Development, describes the two signature looks on the runway

Hair plays a very important part in a designer’s presentation. The shapes and styles that the hair gurus create help make a successful show. In this interview, Gretchen describes the two signature looks that took indie models to the next level on the runway.

To see coverage from backstage at yesterday’s show, check out this blog post on modernsalon.com.

The RUSK product offering was out in travel sized bottles for us to try and take home – some of the best swag that I was gifted at Fashion Week.

RUSK products Nolcha Fashion Week Lounge by RUSK at Yotel

Peter Harrison, Co-Founder & Head of Venue Relations for bright box, shows us how to stay plugged in

And this invention is life changing for the movers and shakers of New York City. We all know what it feels like to be out and about on our phones – tweeting, texting, mapping, Facebooking, listening to music, maybe even making a call – and running out of juice. It’s an awful situation. Here, Pete demonstrates how easy it is to charge up with bright box.

Eric Jenkins, designer and creator of The Art of EMJ, talks about his twist on the bow tie

The bow tie is sexy, and all of the stars are picking bow ties for the red carpet. Eric’s bow ties are sensational. He has innovated the bow tie and created a way to make them very wearable with jeans. In this interview, Eric describes his inspiration and the direction he is taking his designs in 2013.

We’re all Loco for Foco in the Nolcha Fashion Week Lounge

Coconut water has a lot of benefits and tastes great. But with so many options out there, which one do you pick? In this video, learn how Foco sets itself apart from the competition.

Foco at Nolcha Fashion Week Lounge by RUSK at Yotel

A fantastic event!

A great big thank you to all of the sponsors, and to Yotel for having us. It was an awesome day, and I had a great time. I can’t wait to come back in September!

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Top Row, left to right: Guests enjoy Smart Water and snacks, Yotel noodles are delicious

Bottom Row, left to right: Michelle Pajak-Reynolds shows her beautiful pieces (www.michellepajakreynolds.com), Looking dapper in the RUSK lounge

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Badgley Mischka Fall 2013 Collection at Fashion Week is arguably their best collection yet

My seat at the Badgley Mischka Fall 2013 Collection

Lucky Duck has a coveted seat at the Badgley Mischka show at Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week in New York City.

Everyone who knows me knows that Badgley Mischka is my favorite brand, so when I got my invitation to the show the year, I was thrilled. Mark Badgley and James Mischka always put on an incredible show, and their Fall 2013 presentation was no exception.

Tassels and sparkly belts and beads – oh my!

Honestly, my favorite collection to date. It was inspired by Alfred Hitchcock’s Femme Fatales, and the collection certainly inspired me. I can not wait to see this collection in stores. If you’re a buyer, buy it. If you’re a celebrity, wear it on the red carpet – especially that amazing gold dress that was last to be shown.

Look Board back stage at Badgley Mischka

The show is captivating with a smoke-filled runway

You can go to Badgley Mischka’s website for a much better video of the show at www.badgleymischka.com, but here are some clips from my seat in section A.

The runway at Badgley Mischka Fall 2013 Collection fashion show

The runway at Badgley Mischka Fall 2013 Collection fashion show

Back stage is abuzz

Badgley Mischka is a celebrity favorite, and there is no doubt that we’ll see the brand on the red carpet during The Oscars later this month. It was awesome to see everyone come out to celebrate the Fall 2013 collection.

Mark Badgley and James Mischka back stage

Shannon Harms with Mark Badgley and James Mischka back stage

Jacqueline and I reconnect at the show

A Victoria’s Secret Angel told me that I looked beautiful in my Badgley Mischka caftan

Selita Ebanks is the one who stunned in Badgley Mischka during February 12th presentation at Lincoln Center! But I was deeply touched by her kindness. I always wear Badgley Mischka from head to toe when I attend their show at Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week. By now, I have built up such a huge Badgley Mischka collection!

Shannon Harms and Selita Ebanks at Badgley Mischka

What I wore to the show

Just days before Mark and James’ presentation at Fashion Week, The Chinese New Year rang in, and it’s the year of the Golden Snake. Given, I feel this Badgley Mischka beaded caftan was the perfect choice!

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I layered on Badgley Mischka chandelier earrings and bracelet, and I used a Badgley Mischka clutch that I bought at their flagship Grand Opening on Rodeo Drive. And of course I used my Fuller heels, that appeared in the New York Times Style Section on me during Fashion Week 2010.

Here’s a video of me in my room, describing my outfit on the Eve of the show. I swear, the night before a Badgley Mischka feels like Christmas Eve!

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Stacy Igel of Boy Meets Girl shows at Fashion Week 2013. Exclusive interviews with Stacy and Rosario Dawson.

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Lucky Duck absolutely loves Stacy Igel’s British-rock-inspired new line.

The Conair tent on W. 18th street was in a frenzy in anticipation of seeing Stacy Igel’s new line, as well as Leah Labelle perform live on the runway.

Stacy Igel debuts a new kids’ line

The show opened to Spice Girls, and cute kiddos in the coolest kid clothes came out strutting their stuff on the catwalk. Right away, I  knew that this would be a very interesting show! Gia Giudice, whose mom Teresa appears on The Real Housewives of New Jersey, owned her moment on the stage and did a great job selling us on the pink zip-up. Very cute!

Leah Labelle comes out British Invasion style to perform

As Leah Labelle performed live, models dazzled the audience in lots of reds, pinks, and blues. My personal favorite was the tights with the letter blocks strategically and artistically spelling out Boy Meets Girl.

Exclusive Interview with Stacy Igel

After the show, I had a chance to interview Stacy Igel and ask her to describe the inspiration for this new collection. She said that it’s a British-Punk inspired line, and she even picked music to accompany that vibe – Spice Girls, and the live British Invasion number by Leah. The collection defines living life and having fun, with pops of color and prints.

Exclusive Interview with Rosario Dawson

When I asked Rosario Dawson what her favorite piece was, she talked about the one with the drop crotch, as well as the tights that I loved.

Miss New York and Miss Teen New York are fans

I had a chance to talk with Joanne Nosuchinsky, Miss New York USA and Nikki Orlando, Miss New York Teen USA. They said that they love the comfy feel of Stacy’s line. And not only were they a fan of Stacy, but they became a fan of Lucky Duck and asked if they could pose with Lucky and make duck faces!

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Brian Igel helps me video a recap of the Miss New Yorks

I wanted to make a video of the tent and talk about this photo, so I grabbed Stacy’s husband Brian, who was so kind to play cameraman for a quick moment. What a nice thing to do in the midst of Fashion Week chaos.

Teresa Giudice loves the new kids line

Teresa Giudice was clearly proud of Gia and a supporter of Stacy Igel’s new kids line. Teresa had on an amazing fur trimmed Winter jacket. Teresa is clearly a Fashionista, so I asked her what her favorite moment of fashion week was, and it was no surprise to hear that it was watching Gia walk the runway.

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Conair makes it fun to wait for show time

When you walked in, Conair took photos of guests with hair driers. I grabbed a hot pink one, and Lucky Duck picked green, of course.

Conair picture

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In this video, Alex from Dirty Sugar talks to me about how their booth works. I thought this was such an awesome idea. I felt special and had a blast picking my hair drier and signs. Thank you, Conair!!

Around the tent before and after show time

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Twas the Night Before Badgley Mischka…

Step and Repeat at The Daily Front Row Style Lounge

Lucky Duck walks the step and repeat at The Daily Front Row’s Style Lounge.

To get amped up for Mark Badgley and James Mischka’s new collection on display tomorrow at Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week, I went over to The Stone Rose Lounge today to hang out with other fashion fans like myself.

The Daily Front Row hosts THE BEST lounge at Fashion Week, hands down, thanks in no small part to my friend Louis, who you can follow on Twitter @louissarmiento – who you should follow on Twitter…

Shannon Harms and Louis Sarmiento at The Daily Front Row Lounge

In fact, here’s a funny story – I was walking to the train to head over, and I thought to myself, “Louis better have a massage chair at this lounge…” and guess what – he did! I literally burst out laughing when I saw it. The Daily Front Row lounge doesn’t disappoint.  Here I am with my masseur after a fabulous complimentary service.

Love massages!

The lounge had a DJ, an open bar, and very cool products to play with and taste.

I ate Greek Yogurt with Australian model Nicole Trunfio

I had a blast at the Yoplait Greek Yogurt booth with the gorgeous Nicole Trunfio, who was incredibly charming and picked Key Lime yogurt, like I did, and put in chocolate chips, like I did.

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Nicole Trunfio and Shannon Harms eat Yoplait at The Daily Front Row Lounge

And then, Nicole, Louis, and I took pictures at the step and repeat and had fun for a few minutes.

Shannon, Louis, and Nicole

All of this is in anticipation for tomorrow, the heart of my Fashion Week.

Revealing my outfit for the Badgley Mischka show tomorrow

I can’t wait to wake up, put on my pretty outfit, and celebrate Mark and James’ Fall 2013 collection! I am quite pleased with the outfit I have picked out… it of course is Badgley Mischka head to toe!

So in the spirit of the big day, here is a video where I reveal everything going on my body tomorrow. Don’t mind my pjs and bunny slippers. I’m home early and comfy to make sure I’m ready for a 6:30 am wakeup call.

 

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Sneak peek the Duro Olowu for JCP collection via The Daily Front Row party at Stone Rose Lounge

Duro Olowu presents his new collection at JCP

Lucky Duck gets a first look at the Duro Olowu for JCP collection, and he loves what he sees!

Today, The Daily Front Row hosted an impressive event at The Stone Rose Lounge to celebrate the upcoming Duro Olowu for JCP collection, which becomes available in stores and online March 1st. Mark your calendars! This collaboration collection rocks, and it’s going to go FAST.

See the collection before anyone else

Guest were able to go shopping throughout the gorgeous displays, and we could pick two items that we liked best. I picked out a beautiful top and clutch, and I feel excited to wear them well this Spring.

Check them out in this video:

Meeting Duro Olowu was a special opportunity

It goes without saying, but the London-based designer is talented at his craft and does amazing work that we can all enjoy March 1st. But on a personal note, Duro is truly a very charismatic, engaging, and generous host.

Shannon Harms and Duro Olowu at The Stone Rose Lounge

Duro’s line includes

More than clothes! Starting March 1st, you can find coats, jewelry, shoes, bags, platters, pillows, and vases.

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What the line looks like on

She’s pretty! And this outfit is divine.

Duro Olowu for JCP looks great on

The Daily Front Row stages a great party

The lounge was hot, and there was plenty of food and drinks to enjoy as we shopped, made new friends, and enjoyed the views of Central Park and Columbus Circle.

The Daily Front Row hosts the Duro Olowu party at The Stone Rose Lounge

View from The Stone Rose Lounge

The Daily Front Row hosts the Duro Olowu party at The Stone Rose Lounge

The Daily Front Row mags and Badgley Mischka advertises eyewear on back

Duro enjoys time with his guests

My outfit at today’s party

It’s about 30 degrees and New York, and there is still plenty of snow on the ground. But I’ve been wearing snow boots up to the tent at Lincoln Center for two days, and there was no way that I was going to hang out in plastic shoes at this event. No thanks.

Here’s a video of me in my bedroom, describing the style I brought to The Stone Rose Lounge.

 

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