Interview with Sheila Frank

I caught up with designer Sheila Frank recently to hear all about her new spring 2010 collection and her recent fashion show. You might remember Sheila from a past interview we did with her.

Snapshot Fashion: You recently debuted your spring 2010 collection in a show in NYC alongside Kenley Collins, Marissa Erskine, and Elizabeth Rynish. Tell us about this experience.
Sheila Frank: It was nice to come together for a cause. Elizabeth Rynish started this organization called Seam Collective. They are all about female emerging designers. It was nice to have that girl power. Haha. But the main cause was for Gilda's Club, proceeds went to their organization. Also each designer donated a garment for the silent auction. All in all great experience to be around positive energy.

Snapshot Fashion: When you started to design your spring 2010 collection what vision did you have in mind?
Sheila Frank: I was looking at my mother's porcelain doll collection. I then started to think of the Elizabethan Era and my mind started to wander around the idea of Elizabethan nightgowns. I wanted to design ready to wear, so I thought of how I could interpret nightgowns into ready to wear.

Snapshot Fashion: You used a lot of navy and gray in your designs this time around...any reasoning for your color choices?

Sheila Frank: Yes! When I began designing, I was sitting at my desk and looked out the window. The sky was a blue gray, like it was about to storm. I just felt the color palette. It just felt right.
Snapshot Fashion: Describe your spring 2010 collection in three words.
Sheila Frank: Feminine, edgy, easy.


Be sure to look after the jump to read the rest of our interview with designer Sheila Frank.

Sale @ I DONT LIKE MONDAYS

I just got word that there is a huge Halloween sale going on at I DONT LIKE MONDAYS. Starting today customers can take 30% off select products. This sale is going on for 3 days. Enter the discount code TRICKRTREAT at checkout to receive your discount.

Which items will you be using your 30% off on?

Look of the Day

Look of the Day by snapshotfashion featuring Aerosoles shoes

3 Looks

Today we've put together three very similar evening looks...but they all have very different price tags. 

3 Looks by snapshotfashion featuring Forever21

Which look do you like best?
Would you wear a specific look because of the price?
Do you find that you mix high and low priced pieces when you shop?

Brooklyn Industries---November Collection

As you all know one of my favorite stores is Brooklyn Industries. You can imagine how excited I was when I got an email from them with a preview of their November Collection. Not only are the clothes adorable, but the photos are great too. The photos were actually shot in Grand Central in NYC...which is where they will be opening their 12th store on November 15th.

Here is a quick look at their November Collection for women.

Their style is always so casual, yet totally pulled together. Which looks are you planning on purchasing? I really love the top three images...and the handbag in the last shot.

Click here to check out their website, and click here to find a store near you.

Look of the Day

Look of the Day by snapshotfashion featuring Forever21

Fashion Icon of the Week

It is Thursday, so that means that we are bringing an end to our Fashion Icon of the Week. We had a lot of fun with Miranda Kerr as our icon this week. From all the positive comments and email from our readers it seems as though you all really loved having her be represented this week as well.

Here are a few more of our favorite photos of Miranda showing off her personal style that we all love.

 

Lastly, we thought it would be a lot of fun to show some photos of Miranda at work on the runway and in front of the camera.

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Shopping Roundup

Are you ready for some terrific deals? Snapshot Fashion has put together a list of the best sales going on right now. So grab your wallets and start shopping!

~At Arden B. they now have their sweaters marked down 40%. Also, their jeans and jackets are buy one get one half off.

~New York and Company has their tops 50% off. Save money while you are their...take $30 off of every $75 purchase (using promo code: 3903) and $60 off of any $150 purchase (using promo code: 3904).

~Today on Bluefly cashmere is on sale! Take an additional 15% off of cashmere items.

Look of the Day

Look of the Day by snapshotfashion featuring Forever21

Fashion Icon of the Week

"I believe it is nice to be important, but it's more important to be nice. I honestly try to live my life everyday from the point of view of gratitude and appreciation. I practice Nicheren Buddhism, chant regularly, meditate and do yoga regularly. Inner peace and inner beauty is very important to me."

~Miranda Kerr



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Piperlime's Birthday Sale

Today is Piperlime's 3rd birthday...and in celebration they are giving out gift certificates. When you make a purchase with them they will give you a $25 gift certificate towards your next purchase! Also, one in every 100 orders will receive a $100 gift certificate.

I don't know about you but this sounds like a great excuse to do some shopping.  :-)

This is a one day deal so please make sure you head on over to Piperlime today to make your purchase.


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Look of the Day

Look of the Day by snapshotfashion featuring Chie Mihara shoes

Fashion Icon of the Week

"When you are healthy you look your best and in modeling when you look and feel your best, you get the best results."

~Miranda Kerr


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Lucky Shops VIP Gift Bag Giveaway

If you love Shop It To Me and Lucky Magazine like we do, then you are going to be so excited about this giveaway. One lucky Shop It To Me member is going to win an amazing VIP gift bag from Lucky Shops. You will find Amrita Singh bangles, Kiehl’s products, a Clu tanktop, tons of other fun beauty products and more inside the gift bag. A value of $750 worth of prizes!!!

You must be a Shop It To Me member to be eligible to win. If you are not yet a member please send me an email at snapshotfashion@gmail.com and I will be sure to send you a free invite to Shop It To Me.

To enter the giveaway and see the rest of the entry rules please click here.

*Prize can only be sent to a U.S. mailing address.


Good luck!!!

Look of the Day

Look of the Day by snapshotfashion featuring Forever21

*Great Deal*

One thing I just love about cooler weather is wearing hats. I came across this Staring at Stars Felt Hat at Urban Outfitters today and had to stop in my tracks. I just adore the floppy brim! This hat comes in a variety of colors: putty (shown here), black, grey, and burgundy. Right now it is even on sale for only $19.99 (regularly priced at $34).


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Pick of the Day

I absolutely adore this Polarizing Skirt by BB Dakota available at ModCloth. Tiered skirts are a huge trend this season. What I love about this skirt (besides the beautiful violet color) is that it isn't full of big, bulky, ruffled tiers. The tiers actually sit rather flat...making this skirt much more figure friendly. Their wave design takes it to the next level.

What do you think of this piece? Are you a fan of tiered skirts?



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Fashion Icon of the Week

The votes have been counted, and the winner of this week's Fashion Icon of the Week is: Miranda Kerr.
Thanks to everyone that voted in the poll. She will be featured on Snapshot Fashion all week.

 

 

Full name: Miranda May Kerr
Born on: April 20, 1983
Heritage: Serbian, Persian, Filipino, and Australian
Animal lover: She has a Yorkshire Terrier named Frankie.



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Look of the Day

Look of the Day by snapshotfashion featuring Forever21

Looks for Less

Looks for Less by snapshotfashion featuring American Eagle Outfitters

Fashion Icon of the Week---Nominees

Friday is here (hooray!) and so are the nominations for Fashion Icon of the Week. You have until Sunday to cast your votes...and the nominee with the most votes will be featured on Snapshot Fashion all of next week. So start voting!!!

Here are the nominees---

 actress- Kate Winslet

actress- Lucy Liu

model- Miranda Kerr

actress- Audrey Tautou

 

poll by twiigs.com

Look of the Day

Look of the Day by snapshotfashion featuring Moschino Cheap & Chic shoes

Pick of the Day

I just came across the most adorable shoes that I must have! These Samuela Heels from French Connection are just too adorable for words! I think they'd look amazing with a mini skirt, or slim cigarette leg trousers. I really love the tie at the ankle...sets this shoe apart from the rest.


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Sale @ DSW

Now through October 26th DSW is taking $10 off of any $49 purchase. All you have to do is enter the promo code: SHARELUV at checkout for your discount. Here at Snapshot Fashion we love DSW and know that this discount will go a long way.

Which item(s) at DSW do you plan on using this discount on?

*Please note that this sale is for online purchases only.

HAPPY SHOPPING!!!


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Look of the Day

Look of the Day by snapshotfashion on Polyvore.com

Trend Block

Currently sequins are taking over the red carpet, runway, and even the local stores at a mall near you. What many seem to be the most puzzled with is just how to wear them. Would you believe me if I told you that you really could wear sequins anywhere? Well...believe it. I'm going to tell you how.

Immediately when I think of sequins I think of formal gowns or cocktail dresses. Wearing sequins to formal events will really guarantee that the attention that evening will be on you. So don't wear sequins if you don't like standing out in a crowd. A glittery and sparkly outfit is anything but boring. Check out Taylor Swift's look on the left. Could you imagine that dress without sequins on it? No way! The glitz makes the dress!
 
Are sequins only for formal events? Hardly. You can wear them to work...or even with jeans. Take for instance this jacket that Blake Lively (right) is wearing that is encrusted in sequins. She wears it over a simple pair of jeans and a plain tank top...making her outfit go from casual to Fashion Week appropriate.

Snapshot Fashion has put together a variety of looks (some high end, and some that are very affordable) for our readers in the collage below to give you an idea of the amazing sequined pieces that are out there.

trend block by snapshotfashion featuring Forever21

Do you have a favorite item that we have shown? Do you have any sequined items in your closet that you love? If so, tell us about them.


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Look of the Day

Look of the Day by snapshotfashion featuring Forever21

Pick of the Day

I have come across the cutest bag for the season. This Wool-Blend Duffle Bag from Gap is available in three great shades of plaid (gray, brown, and black), as well as a striking solid shade of red. With a spacious interior, this is definitely a must have bag on my list.


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Look of the Day

Look of the Day by snapshotfashion featuring Marc New York tote bags

Discount @ Ann Taylor LOFT

I just got an email about a fabulous sale going on at Ann Taylor LOFT. Now through November 29th you can receive 20% off of your full price purchase in an Ann Taylor LOFT store...or take 20% off of your $100 minimum full price online purchase. This offer may only be used once. Please print out this coupon to use in the store. If you are shopping online enter the code 106020111 during checkout.

Happy shopping!!!

Little Pink Bag Sweepstakes

Currently Bloomingdale's giving away a Little Pink Bag filled with over $800 worth of beauty products including items from: Bobbi Brown, Clinique, DKNY, Donna Karan, Estee Lauder, Jo Malone, Lab Series, La Mer, and Prescriptives. Enter now and you can be one of the ten lucky winners. Also, to support Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Bloomingdales.com will donate $1 to the Breast Cancer Research Foundation for every NEW email subscriber.

Click here to enter to win!


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Look of the Day

Look of the Day by snapshotfashion featuring FOSSIL shoes

Fashion Inspiration---Rachel Zoe

So I have a guilty little secret...I'm obsessed with The Rachel Zoe Project on Bravo. Does anyone else watch this show? I love catching up with repeats on the weekends. From Rachel's catch phrases, to Taylor's attitude, to Brad's short shorts...I just love every second of it!
I thought it would be fun to put together a fashion inspiration of items that are similar to those that Rachel herself would wear.

Fashion Inspiration by snapshotfashion featuring Forever21

What do you think of Rachel's style? Does she often where a key piece that you just love?

Look of the Day

Look of the Day by snapshotfashion featuring Forever21

VIP in NYC Contest @ American Eagle Outfitters

Have you always wanted to come to NYC? Do you go ga-ga for celebrities? Do you love shopping at American Eagle Outfitters? Well, if you answered yes to those questions you have to enter the VIP in NYC contest. American Eagle Outfitters will pick two lucky winners who will be flown to NYC (along with a friend) for the grand opening of the Times Square flagship store. The winners will also get a three night hotel stay, free passes to the exclusive VIP party with guest celebs & live entertainment, and an AE shopping spree!

Click here to enter! All entries must be in by October 20th.


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Pick of the Day

Check out this Wine and Dine Sweater available at ModCloth. The beautiful eggplant color will look great on almost any skin tone. Perfect for date night, this top looks fabulous with a skirt or a great pair of jeans. I just LOVE it!

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Shopping Roundup

~When you buy more you save more at Gap, Old Navy, and Banana Republic through October 20th. Get 15% off $75 spent, 20% off $100 spent, and 25% off $125 spent. This is an online exclusive. Use promo code: SAVE123 at checkout.

~Select style dresses are marked down to $39 at Urban Outfitters.

~Take 20% off of all outerwear styles at Delia's.

Look of the Day

Look of the Day by snapshotfashion featuring French Connection

Trend Block

This fall lace detailing is popping up all over the place on all of our favorite fashions. No matter if you wear lace on your party dress or on a cardigan sweater...this is the time to add this romantic and feminine detail to your wardrobe.

Trend Block by snapshotfashion featuring Forever21

Do you have a favorite way to wear lace details?

Look of the Day

Look of the Day by snapshotfashion featuring Forever21

Looks for Less

Over the last few days in NYC the weather has been so chilly! No snow here yet...thank goodness. But it seems as though much of the rest of the country hasn't been so lucky. The fact that it is snowing in the Midwest already is just so crazy to me. I have a feeling we're all in for a snowy winter.

There is only one way I know how to prepare for chilly temps...and that is with wearing a nice warm winter coat. Coats can be mighty pricey...but I have looked far and wide for the best outwear out there that is UNDER $100. Here are my top ten picks---

Looks for Less by snapshotfashion featuring Old Navy

Look of the Day

Look of the Day by snapshotfashion featuring French Connection

Go-Girl Discount for Snapshot Fashion Readers

We have a special treat for our readers today. Go-Girl has contacted us and wants to give Snapshot Fashion readers the opportunity to receive 15% off of their website from today until Friday, September 16th. You might be thinking to yourself, Go-Girl sounds so familiar! I know that's what I thought when I heard from them. They have also been all the buzz as of lately...with their products being shown on E!'s Daily 10, The Insider, The TV Guide Network, as well as countless magazines and blogs.

When I checked out their website I realized that they have some really great products for every girl on the go. Everything from on the go lint sheets, to sponges that instantly remove deodorant stains on clothing, to double sided tape for clothing. Lots of fun items! To get your 15% off be sure you enter our code, 'Snapshot'.

Thanks again Go-Girl for sharing this great discount with all of our readers!

Book of the Day

We are absolutely loving The Little Guide to Vintage Shopping by Melody Fortier. This book, which is available for purchase at ModCloth, is a great item to have if you are new to vintage shopping...or even if you are a thrift shopping diva. There is something for everyone in this book. It is full of useful information including where to locate flea markets full of overlooked treasures, spotting authentic pieces, tips on how to remove spots and stains from retro fabrics, and so much more.


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Look of the Day

Look of the Day by snapshotfashion featuring American Eagle Outfitters

Attention Fashionistas

We * Want * Your * Style!!!

We love it when our readers from around the globe send in photos of themselves rockin' their favorite outfits. Do you think you have what it takes to get posted on Snapshot Fashion? Check out looks that were posted in the past (please note that there are multiple pages) or click here to just view the images.

If you think your style stands out from the rest please send in your pictures to: snapshotfashion@gmail.com

Make sure to include your name, city/state (or country if you are from outside of the U.S.), and the stores where you got your great look.

*We cannot promise that all photos sent in will be featured on the Snapshot Fashion website

Look of the Day

Look of the Day by snapshotfashion featuring American Eagle Outfitters

Wishpot Guest Post

Good morning Snapshot Fashion readers! I recently have become a fashion expert on Wishpot and had the opportunity to write a guest post on the site. I decided to write about my FAVORITE item to wear during the cooler months---TIGHTS. To check out my post click here. And if you aren't a member of Wishpot yet I definitely recommend joining today.

What is Wishpot? Wishpot is an online service that lets you add anything you want to your Wishpot wish list or registry. It’s perfect for your, gift list, birthday wish list, wedding registry, honeymoon registry, baby registry, Christmas list, and much more.



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Looks for Less

Everyone loves a good deal right? Check out the great finds we came across that were under $15!

Looks for Less by snapshotfashion featuring Forever21

Fashion Icon of the Week

What a fun week we had with Mary-Kate Olsen as our Fashion Icon of the Week! Today is her last day and we wanted to show her in some of our favorite looks. Here's to Mary-Kate!!! :)





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Look of the Day

Look of the Day by snapshotfashion featuring Forever21

Look of the Day

Look of the Day by snapshotfashion featuring French Connection

Fashion Icon of the Week

"I want to be directed, I want to be pushed. I'm looking for a challenge, something I can be extremely proud of even though I'm a perfectionist and never extremely happy with anything."

~Mary-Kate Olsen



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Looks For Less

Fall is here and the weather is starting to get cooler outside. Boots are the footwear that my footsies love most this time of year. I actually just got rid of a bunch of shoes and only have ONE pair of boots left. I must get another pair...or two. But the problem is that boots can be sooooo pricey. So in case you are in the same pickle I am in (must get new boots...but not a lot of cash to splurge) I have put together a list of the top ten boots that are under $100. Click on the collage below to see where you can snag them.

Looks For Less by snapshotfashion featuring Forever21

*Great Deal*

In this Nordstrom exclusive sale these Franco Sarto Artist Collection 'Cameo' Round Toe Flats are now 33% off! Originally priced at $89.95, you can now get them for only $59.90. They come in two colors: pewter/grey patent (shown here) and black leather patent.


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Pick of the Day

You know how we love stripes. Well, if you are like us you'll just die for this adorable Striped Butterfly Back Top by Evilneedles. It is made of 100% cotton so you know it is super comfortable, and in this neutral tone you can wear it with just about anything! No matter if you dress it up or dress it down, you'll look great while wearing it.
And don't you just adore the detailing on the back???

We suggest you check out the rest of the Evilneedles collection. If you want something from their fall/winter collection you better hurry...it is almost sold out!


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Gap Casting Call

Does your kid love to have their picture taken and ham it up for the camera? Well right now Gap is on a nationwide search looking for a the next faces of babyGap and GapKids.

Winners will receive:

• Professional Gap photo shoot
• Their photo in Gap stores nationwide
• $1,000 Gap GiftCard redeemable for a babyGap or GapKids wardrobe
• VIP vacation to see Disney's THE LION KING in New York or Las Vegas

To read the rules and enter CLICK HERE.

Shopping Roundup

There are amazing deals out there if you know where to look. Snapshot Fashion has put together some of the best sales that are going on right now for our readers. Which sale will you be shopping at???

~At Express they are now having their fall sale where you can save up to 70% on select items. You can also get an additional 20% off of clearance items!

~Right now at Gap get an additional 15% off adult styles when you purchase a kids or baby item.

~Take an additional $25 off when you buy a second pair of pants at The Limited.

Fashion Icon of the Week

"I never went shopping. That wasn't my thing. I grew up horseback riding. That was my passion. I didn't start shopping until about 16 or 17, when I could drive myself to stores and explore on my own."

~Mary-Kate Olsen



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Look of the Day

Look of the Day by snapshotfashion featuring Forever21

Fashion Icon of the Week

Thanks so much for everyone that voted for this week's Fashion Icon. An overwhelming majority of you picked Mary-Kate Olsen as these week's icon!





Nickname: MK
Date of birth: June 13, 1986 (she is younger than Ashley by about 2 minutes)
Small feet: She wears a size 6.5 shoe.
Shopping: Likes small specialty shops in Soho, South Beach, and Los Angeles.


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Look of the Day

Look of the Day by snapshotfashion featuring Forever21

Snapshot Fashion on eBay

Hey everyone. So I cleaned out my closet this weekend and sold a ton of stuff to Buffalo Exchange...but I still have a lot of clothing and shoes that are in really good condition that I would like to get rid of so I decided to put them on eBay. I never used eBay before...but I think I got the hang of it. I have a few items up as of now...and will be putting more up later on.


*Please take note that I take payment via PayPal...and ship only in the U.S.

Looks for Less

So many fantastic finds out there. Here is a list of the best finds under TEN dollars! Happy shopping! Your wallet can thank us later :)

Looks for Less by snapshotfashion featuring Forever21

Pick of the Day

I just got word of an amazing site called Queen's Wardrobe. If you haven't checked it out yet, get to it! I found these Chic Zip Strap Heels on there...and I can't stop thinking about them! They are just so edgy and fun...love them!!!


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Look of the Day

Look of the Day by snapshotfashion featuring GAP

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Rue La La Invite & $10 Credit

Snapshot Fashion has fabulous news for our readers that have yet to sign up for Rue La La. When you sign up to be a member from now until October 10, 2009 you will receive a $10 credit that you can use on future purchases! How fabulous is that?!?!? So don't wait around...sign up for free today by clicking here.


*The $10 credit will show up in your account within 48 hours of joining.



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Fashion Icon of the Week---Nominees

It has been some time since I've put up Fashion Icon of the Week nominees for readers to vote on. But the fashion icons are back! Snapshot Fashion wants you to vote on who you think is the most fashionable. Here are the nominees:

actress/designer- Mary-Kate Olsen

actress- Lake Bell

actress- Reese Witherspoon

actress- Camilla Belle

You have until Sunday to get your votes in, and the winner will be announced on Monday. So start voting!!!

poll by twiigs.com

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Look of the Day

Look of the Day by snapshotfashion featuring French Connection