Manolo Blahnik...the Sale

Savings not to be believed!

Starting Monday, February 7, 2011
5 days only
Monday through Friday, 10:30 am until 6:00 pm
(The Boutique will close from 2:00 until 3:00 as necessary)

31 West 54th Street

When only the best will do!

U r 24K!

xoxo,
Krom

Manolo Blahnik...The Sale

Starting Monday, July 19th
from the Spring/Summer Collection,
including some alligator

WHERE
31 West 54th Street

HOURS

Monday through Friday, 10:30 until 6:00
Saturday, 10:30 until 5:30
Sunday, noon until 5:00

IMPORTANT NOTE

The boutique will close from 2:00 until 3:00 to restock when necessary.

WHY

50% Savings and more. Better than a sample sale because someone will wait on you. If the pair you desire is not at least 60% off, check out Bergdorf's and Barneys where the Manolo's are 60% off.

You missed the first day, but you also missed the long lines. Checking this sale out is a little dangerous if you don't have money in the bank. I always find a pair that have my name written on them.

U r 24K!

xoxo,
Krom

Manolo Blahnik... the Sale not to be Believed

What
Further Reductions from the 50% 0ff Sale
on the Exclusive Boutique Collection,
including Some Alligator

When
5 Days only
Starting Monday, February 1st, 2010
Monday through Friday, 10:30 am until 6 pm

Where
31 West 54th Street

Important Note: The boutique will close from 2:00 pm until 3:00 pm to restock when necessary. I suggest not going right when the boutique opens or right after the restocking break because there is usually a line at those times especially on the first day.

Visiting the Manolo Blahnik boutique will make your day.

U r 24K!

xoxo,
Krom

Manolo Blahnik is the Man

What
Manolo Blahnik Sample Sale

When
Thursday, November 12, 2009

Where
The Warwick Hotel
54th Street and 6th Avenue

Never been to the Sample Sale, but I hear it's mobbed and the lines are ridiculous. I just shop at the last sale of each season in the boutique where you get waited on and can sit down to try on your soon-to-be masterpieces. If you missed the sale at the boutique, you may want to head over. Sometimes we have to make sacrifices for the objects of our affection.

U r 24K!

xoxo,
Krom

Manolo Blahnik...The Sale Not to be Believed!

Starting Monday, August 3rd
One Week Only
from the exclusive boutique collection
including some alligator

WHERE
31 West 54th Street

HOURS

Monday through Thursday, 10:30 until 6:00
Friday, 10:30 until noon
Saturday and Sunday, Closed

IMPORTANT NOTE
The boutique will close from 2:00 until 3:00 to restock when necessary.

WHY
Better than a sample sale because you will have someone waiting on you.

You know I only pass along the most superfab news! I will definitely be making an appearance.

U r 24K!

xoxo,
Krom

Real vs. Deal

Manolo Blahnik Campari Patent Mary Jane, $645

vs.

Tommy Hilfiger Manolo Mary Jane, now on sale for $70 or $80 (20% or 30% off the sale price at the South Beach Tommy Hilfiger Boutique, I can't remember which)

Note: Surprisingly, Tommy's version is made in Italy, so this is quite a deal.

At least, Tommy is not in denial about who actually designed this shoe!

U r 24K!

xoxo,
Krom

Real vs. Deal

Manolo Blahnik's Etna Sandal, $665


vs.

Aldo's Sonka Sandal, $90

not exactly the same, but variations on a theme.

U r 24K!

xoxo,
Krom

What Kind of Shoe would You Throw at George Bush?

Lanvin, Manolo Blahnik, Sergio Rossi, Fendi, Martin Margiela?

U r 24K!

xoxo,
Krom

Real vs. Deal

Manolo Blahnik's creations are pure perfection. If you are lucky enough to have no budget, here's a shoe for you.

Manolo Blahnik, $675

If the economy has you down in the dumps, perhaps this ALDO version will lighten your spirit.

Aldo, $80

I'm always looking out for you!

U r 24K!

xoxo,
Krom

Mission: Find the Right Accessories

A green gown and beautiful golden Manolo Blahniks were purchased for a very special occasion.

Back of the Gown

We met at Neiman Marcus to begin our search. Because the neckline of the gown is so high, I knew the earrings would be our starting point. They needed to be dramatic, whether it be the size or color of the earring, I was not sure. I would have liked to go with more color, but we did not find a suitable pair. My client picked out about a half dozen pairs that she liked and I added another three or four. The pair she ultimately selected was a pair I selected for her that she did not even want to try on because she felt they were too crazy. Anytime I see something that I think would look great on someone that they initially don't like, I encourage them to try it on because most of the time they can see how great it looks on them even though they would have never previously considered the item. The Ippolita earrings are large gold hoops with clear quartz stones.

Next, we headed to Saks to find a bracelet. This took much less time as the earrings were a huge factor in this decision. My client wanted to go with a gold bangle; however, I felt it was just too generic looking. If you're going to spend a considerable amount of money on jewelry, it should be special and distinctive. I selected three gold link bracelets for her, and she finally chose a Temple St. Clair bracelet that can become a charm bracelet, an excellent choice for someone who is just beginning to collect jewelry that she can pass on to her daughter.

Mission: Accomplished

U r 24K!

xoxo,
Krom

Mrs. Obama Visits the White House

Photo courtesy of The Wall Street Journal

Maria Pinto's red dress looks excellent on Michelle Obama, but Michelle really needs assistance with her accessories. Here are some suggestions:

Shoes
Barney's CO-OP, Manolo Blahnik, or L'autre Chose

Franck Muller Watch and Verdura Curb-link Bracelet (for the other wrist)

What else does a girl need?

U r 24K!

xoxo,
Krom

Stupendous Stripes

Some great stripes from seasons present.

Stripe Wearing Christian Lacroix, Fall 2008 Show

Stella McCartney Stripes, Fall 2008

Lady-like Stripes, Oscar de la Renta, Fall 2008

Marc by Marc Jacobs Stripes, Fall 2008

Day to Evening Stripes, Paul Smith Women, Fall 2008



Subtle Stripes, Y-3, Fall 2008

Athletic Stripes, Y-3, Fall 2008

Preppy Stripes, Reyes, Fall 2008

3.1 Phillip Lim, Fall 2008

Vivienne Westwood Red Label, Fall 2008

Flouncy Stripes, Matthew Williamson, Fall 2008

Sophisticated Stripes, Lanvin, Fall 2008

Manolo Blahnik, Fall 2008

Nobody Does it Better...Stripes, Sonia Rykiel, Fall 2008








Some great stripes from seasons future.

Carolina Herrara, Resort 2009

Bill Blass, Resort 2009

Alexander McQueen, Resort 2009

Chanel, Resort 2009

Diane Von Furstenberg, Resort 2009

3.1 Phillip Lim, Resort 2009

Christian Dior, Resort 2009


Some great Stripes from seasons past.

Marc Jacobs, Spring 2007

Balenciaga, Fall 2007

Louis Vuitton, Spring 2008

Photos courtesy of style.com

And to think stripes started out as clothing for and other outcasts in the 12th and 13th centuries; however, for the last 200 years, stripes have been worn by the chic, playful, and fun-loving including my Stripe Wearing Niece
.

U r 24K!

xoxo,
Krom