pants...

...whether it's the holy grail of pants...that perfect pair of jeans...or just a well-tailored pair of grey flannel slacks...pants that flatter the body are often hard to find...so when you come across some that fit...remember who made them...what the style was...and where you got them..chances are you'll be back for more...

we expect pants not only to fit over our tiny flaws...but also to disguise them...we want them to be durable...to stretch...to hold their shape...and to billow about our legs...we want them to make us look fabulous...and...we probably wouldn't be upset if they did for us what they did for dietrich and bacall...but we know that's a tall order...

so what is your perfect pair of pants? i've been intrigued by the semi-new gap ads with their selection of about 10 different pants...everything from straight...to cropped...to wide leg...nothing better then a nice big selection...don't you think?

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fashion funnies: back to the cutting board...

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may you have a safe and stylish halloween...

you had me at hello: ever chic chanel...

most of my readers have caught on to the fact that i love love love chanel...so there is usually no time that chanel does not stop me from admiring...instyle november issue had a new chanel ad...it was a "you had me at hello" moment...but not only for the lovely outfit...but those are so my colors...ever chic chanel...

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men's corner: the three-piece suit...

is one of fall 2010's biggest trends...and while some may think it is a bit to corporate...i personally love the look...and the best part...when you take your jacket off...you still look very well put together with the vest completing the look...

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beautiful & bejeweled belts...

sometimes...all one needs to spruce up an outfit is a fabulous belt...the jana kos winter 2010 collection has some beauties...they are truly pieces of art...don't you think?

jet links belt
gold oval ring with black jet swarovsky crystal in black suede strap with elastic back

beaded obi belt
black jet beaded sash

connoisseur belt
croc italian patent leather skin with hematite shot beads at edges in 1 1/2 contoured strap with gunmetal buckle - black diamond & burgundy crystals with rectangle faceted black mesh cover black diamond crystal

mesh knot belt
gunmetal mesh ornate belt with turquoise center stone in chain back with pewter leather strap snap closures

medallion belt
patent croc olive italian leather strap with antique brass mesh loop & antique brass buckle with olivine & light colorado topaz rhinestones with catseye center stone

jana kos winter 2010 collection
trunk show
oct 27 - 30 and nov 3 - 6
319 primrose rd (upstairs)
burlingame

oct 31, nov 1 - 2 and nov 7 - 11
by appointment only

415.577.6133
or...order by phone =)

urban safari...

the setup of the jana kos winter 2010 collection is ready...showcased in the savvy chic boutique in burlingame...and...it starts tomorrow...what day will you be there? the collection is absolutely beautiful...and as always...i have my favorites already picked out...the thing with these shows is that you really do need to come in...not only to see the full collection...as i have tried to post a smattering of pictures to give you an idea of what is offered...this doesn't even begin to show all the beauties that are within each color group...but also to touch and feel the fabrics...jana does not disappoint in her selections of the most beautiful european fabrics...down to the small details in buttons...zippers...piping...this is jana's signature...it is all in the details...

so...here are the details...looking forward to seeing you!

jana kos winter 2010
trunk show
319 primrose rd #1 (upstairs)
burlingame, ca

for your shopping convenience,
now two ways to see the collection:

drop-in: october 27-30, 10 am - 6 pm
by appointment only: oct 31-nov 3

choose the day and time
that works best for you!

415.577.6133

urban safari - color group 4
answer the call of the wild with casual ponte de roma safari (brown/green) colored separates...trimmed with mocha...complementing our last group of fall 2010 this palette of warm olive greens, mustards and browns follow one of the most influential trends of the season...

the safari print in our directional trench jacket or soft jersey will tame your inner beasties...while olive stretch faille and italian lamb leather conquer even your fiercest foe...the trench dress in mocha can be dressed up or down or worn over the matching lux twill pants from fall...add a dash of mustard in soft sweaters and lush plush outer wear and you're ready for the wildest adventure of your life...

ponte de roma dress in safari
medallion belt in moss

safari print dress

cable sweater in olive
due silky top in olive
lux twill pant in olive
medallion belt in moss

lush plush jacket in mustard
safari print top

lux twill dress in mocha

italian lamb leather jacket in olive
plaited mock rib sweater in mustartd/olive
stretch faille pant in olive
medallion belt in moss

boyfriend sweater in mustard
safari print skirt

jungle tweed sweater
silk charmeuse blouse in olive
ponte de roma pant in safari

safari print jacket
silk charmeuse blouse in olive
ponte de roma pant in safari

ponte de roma jacket in safari
rayon jersey top in brown
ponte de roma leggings in safari

festival of color...

is what you will see at the jana kos winter 2010 collection trunk show...starting this week...and...two convenient ways to shop...are you planning on stopping by?

jana kos winter 2010
trunk show
319 primrose rd #1 (upstairs)
burlingame, ca

for your shopping convenience,
now two ways to see the collection:

drop-in: october 27-30, 10 am - 6 pm
by appointment only: oct 31-nov 3

choose the day and time
that works best for you!

415.577.6133

festival of color - color group 3brighten up those winter days with vibrant colors of cobalt blue...turquoise...and royal...anchoring this pulsating palette of color is our stretch tech in slate grey...and vegan suede in shadow...in novel and exciting silhouettes...prints and patterns in clear graphic designs give a modern twist and can also combine flawlessly with our fall 2010 coal separates...

wrap topper in turquoise lush plush...silk trim twinset and mesh knot belt are but a few of the vivacious new accents which will liven up the winter months and get you through to the sunny days of spring...while the weather is gloomy...put on some dazzling color and chase the doldrums away...

fish net jacket & skirt in cobalt
links square top in slate
knot necklace in gunmetal

stretch tech jacket & skirt in slate

graphic wave jacket
stretch tech pant in slate

cashmere/silk wrap & mock top in royal
graphic wave skirt
knot necklace in gunmetal

cable merino wool sweater in turq
due silky top in turq
ribbon stripe pant
mesh knot belt in gunmetal

lush plush jacket in turq
links square top in slate
stretch tech pant in slate
mesh knot belt in gunmetal
graphic print silk scarf

moonstar jacket
ribbon stripe pant
charmeuse silk blouse in turq

links square top in slate
fish net skirt in cobalt
knot necklace in gunmetal

silk trim sweater set in royal
vegan suede skirt in shadow

put together: different tones of same color...

"the clash" as lucky magazine so eloquently called it in the november 2010 issue...this is as put together in color as you can get...something you would try? i'm thinking i'm going to give it a go...

"layering different tones of the same palette has a graphically modern appeal...mix and match solid blocks of rich color with a wild card - a burst of brightness or a statement accessory...for looks that are unexpected...sophisticated...and a little cheeky..."

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fashion funnies: black & white...

i've had an over abundance of clients bringing over clothes for the consignment store...and because of that...my living room is full of shopping bags...this put a smile on my face...as my cat sasha...the one eyed wonder...chose the perfect shopping bag to sit in...showing once again the power of mixing patterns...

black & white...always a great combination...
enjoy your weekend!

select vintage...

is the second color group of the jana kos winter 2010 collection...have you decided which day you are going to come by to touch and feel this luxurious collection?

jana kos winter 2010
trunk show
319 primrose rd #1 (upstairs)
burlingame, ca

for your shopping convenience,
now two ways to see the collection:

drop-in: october 27-30, 10 am - 6 pm
by appointment only: oct 31-nov 3

choose the day and time
that works best for you!

415.577.6133

select vintage - color group 2
for the discriminating connoisseur of luxurious fashions...a rich palette of port...wine...shitake...and rose...blend together to create the perfect medley of wearable sensations...stretch faille in port moves with your every step...plush twill in shitake is soft to the touch while vegan suede in rose and wine will have you sighing with delight...

the cashmere ruffled wrap with its matching mock...will envelop you in sumptuous luxury and is offered in black and royal...box quilt puffer jacket combines with colored denim in rosebud and warms up those chilly days of autumn...a relaxed attitude with a glamourous touch for the aficionado who appreciates the very best life has to offer...

cashmere/silk wrap & mock top
tie jacquard skirt
connoisseur belt in port

romance sweater in rose
stretch faille pant in port
connoisseur belt in port

box quilt jacket in port
cashmere/silk mock top
vegan suede pant in wine
connoisseur belt in port

color denim jacket & pant in rosebud
groove spots silk scarf

tie jacquard jacket
mock rib in mushroom
stretch faille pant in port
connoisseur belt in port

vegan suede jacket in rose
due silky top in rose
color denim pant in rosebud

silk charmeuse blouse in port
stretch faille skirt in port

lynx jersey sweater & top

stretch faille jacket & skirt
groove spots silk scarf

here is $20 for you...

but you need to sign up by october 25th...to get a $20 credit to start you off...so if you haven't realized the world that is "rue la la" sign up...the destination for 2-day-only boutiques...filled with the designers we love at private sale prices...sign up on the link below...it's free...fabulous...and invitation-only...and here is my invitation to you...

click on this link...

men's corner: fold that shirt...

okay...as long as you have to fold that laundry anyway...why not have a fun way to fold a t-shirt? i am determined to perfect this technique...



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golden age...

just around the corner...next week to be exact...the jana kos 2010 winter collection will be in the san francisco bay area...so for this week...i will share some of the beautiful collection...but as i say every collection...until you are able to touch and feel the beautiful fabrics that jana personally chooses...and see the detailing...the pictures just do not do it justice...

jana kos winter 2010
trunk show
319 primrose rd #1 (upstairs)
burlingame, ca

for your shopping convenience,
now two ways to see the collection:

drop-in: october 27-30, 10 am - 6 pm
by appointment only: oct 31-nov 3

choose the day and time
that works best for you!

415.577.6133

golden age - color group 1
all that glitters isn't just gold...this first group of the winter 2010 jana kos collection is full of fantasy and glamour: silk crepe in noir (black) is highlighted with chiffon in new sculptural silhouettes...accents of foil jersey in bronze...speckled sequence...gold dust leather and glamourous bronzed jacquards will shimmer and shine during the upcoming holiday events...

we also introduce a hip accent of lurex denim, to add a more playful option to our dressy wardrobe...this group optimizes the wardrobe created in our fall "unique proposal" collection by adding caramel colored cash plush outerwear, new sweater silhouettes and bringing back the black rayon jersey...by popular demand...

this parfait of sumptuous dressing is topped off with poppy border festive skirt and garnet red accents...you will be the belle of the ball as you glide from casual to career, to dressy in the multitude of wardrobe options presented in this rich collection...


cash plush caramel jacket
lurex denim jean
rayon jersey turtleneck
jet links belt

romance red sweater
silk crepe skirt
black beaded obi belt

bronzed croc jacket
liquid velvet top & skirt

golden nugget jacket & skirt
silk crepe top
jet links belt

diagonal weave jacket & pant

lurex denim jacket & skirt
speckled sequence top
jet links belt

cashmere wrap & sweater
bronzed croc skirt
beaded obi belt

cash plush caramel jacket
black top & pant
jet links belt

regal bloom sheath w/matching jacket

garnet silk shantung bustier
poppy border skirt