Mary, one of our CUSP stylists at CUSP Northbrook Court, wears an outfit that’s perfect for a trip to Bonnaroo, Pitchfork Festival, Ozz Fest, or any time you go out into the hot hot heat. Denim shorts are by 7 for All Mankind ($154). The rockin’ t-shirt is See by Chloe, suede boots are Marc by Marc Jacobs ($450). And don’t forget the classic Ray Ban shades ($139).
Put a tiger in your tank, or at least a tiger tank on your torso, courtesy of TORN.
There aren’t many—in fact, are there any?—designers who can say that they’ve dressed Jackie Onassis, Diana Vreeland and Audrey Hepburn AND their contemporary counterparts, Sarah Jessica Parker, Madonna, the Olsen twins, Mischa Barton and Jessica Simpson. But that’s exactly what the 77 year-old costume jewelry designer Kenneth Jay Lane has done. Known for his faux pearl and coral pieces, Lane originally started as a shoe designer for Delman and Christian Dior and made jewelry in his spare time which became a full time career. He also was a guest at Truman Capote’s Black and White Ball. How fabulous!
Name: Kenneth Jay lane
Hometown: Detroit and New York
Sign: Unicorn
How often do you read your horoscope? Never
Current favorite song: World Weary by Noel Coward
Childhood celebrity crush: Mae West
The movie you would watch whenever it is on TV? Les Enfants Du Paradis
If I could be anywhere, I’d be: Right here
Is there a book that has profoundly changed your life? Lafcadio’s Adventures by Andre Gide
What book are you reading now? The Way We are Now by Trollope
What’s on your iPod or CD player? Mabel Mercer’s in my CD player.
How many air miles do you log a year? 1,000,000
What is your favorite piece from your current collection? My newest octopus ring
How would you best describe your client? Great taste!
Who are your personal style icons? Babe Paley, Gloria Guiness, Mae West, Diana Vreeland, Nan Kempner
What style secrets do you have right now? I have no secrets
Right now, every girl needs a _____? Dozen Bangles
What do you buy at the newsstand? Nothing
Your ideal day/night? Stay Home
We had a smashing time at our GENLUX launch party at CUSP Century City on May 29th. Were you there? Check out the pics below!
Don’t let the summer swelter melt your spirit!
This cami-tiered dress from Julie Brown ($260) will shimmy with each step, providing a playful island feel as the weather turns totally tropical. With its leafy, colorful print and a pair of well-chosen pumps (we like these patent leather beauties from Dolce Vita - $165) you’ll feel like an elegant palm tree, swaying in the summer breeze.
