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?