Hot Mama Daily » New York City http://www.splendicity.com/hotmamadaily Beauty and Fashion Advice for Women of Color Fri, 27 Nov 2009 14:49:04 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.8.4 en hourly 1 Steal Leona Lewis’ Casual Chic Look http://www.splendicity.com/hotmamadaily/steal-leona-lewis-casual-chic-look/ http://www.splendicity.com/hotmamadaily/steal-leona-lewis-casual-chic-look/#comments Tue, 06 Jan 2009 03:04:23 +0000 Tracy Hopkins http://www.hotmamadaily.com/?p=2155 Post from: Hot Mama Daily

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To be honest, I’m not a huge fan of Grammy nominee Leona Lewis’ voice.  It’s a pretty voice (”Bleeding Love” was a catchy song) and the natural beauty has all of the makings of a star, yet unlike vintage Whitney and Mariah, I’m just not feeling “The X Factor.”  What I am feeling, however, is Leona’s flair for fashion.  The Brit sure knows how to pull a casual yet chic outfit together.

The above photo captures her on a recent shopping trip in New York City and I love the riding boots, leggings, and black cap.  I’ve never considered a white coat, and I like the fit of Leona’s jacket.  And I know it’s a big trend, but I’m on the fence when it comes to the black fringe hobo bag. What do you think?

After a couple months of searching, I found the perfect pair of black riding boots for a nice price at Nine West.  I plan to break them in over the weekend.  So I have at least one component of Leona’s ensemble.  Here’s how you can assemble all of her look:

Boots from Nine West, $130 (plus an additional 30% off online and at most Nine West stores)

 

Coat from Victoria’s Secret, $94.99

Wool fitted cap from Amazon.com, $24.00

 

Fringe hobo bag by Melie Bianco, $67.50

Photo credits: Newscom, Victoria’s Secret, Amazon.com, Silvia’s Shop, Nine West

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I’ve recently become a perfume-nista and the luxury brand Bond No. 9 is my favorite. I first discovered Bond’s “Bryant Park” ($45 – $198) fragrance during New York Fashion Week several seasons ago, and I’ve been jonesing for the subtle floral scent ever since.

The best way to find the Bond fragrance that’s right for you is to order a few colorfully-wrapped samples (six samples for $15 including shipping and handling at www.bondno9.com).  Since discovering “Bryant Park,” I’ve also become fond of the “Andy Warhol Lexington Avenue” ($135- $195) scent with hints of fennel, toasted almonds, sandalwood and pink peony, and the grapefruit-infused “Scent of Peace” ($45- $198).  

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I love that Bond No. 9 fragrances are named after New York City icons, landmarks, and neighborhoods and several of the brand’s most popular scents are available in the new, nostalgic solid perfume “token.”  The refillable compact comes in a little white zipper case, and sits atop my Christmas wish list. 

Photo credits: Bond No. 9

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