When conducting business this fall, first impression and perception will be everything. As we move into the future, you will need to up your style game and tech devices because you want to look like you are with the program, of course. When you enter the room, all eyes will be on you, so what does this mean? Whether its a job interview, executive board meeting, or convention, you want to be sure you have these six items:

1.  A good quality  bag is a must. It is there that all of your items will be stored and as you pull them out, all eyes will be on that gorgeous handbag of yours. Therefore you will need a multi-use, all-in-one bag like the Megan Business Bag by Brahmin. This stylish satchel features interior moveable laptop case, removable straps all in brown croc leather available at www.brahmin.com.

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Among Fashion Week’s elite and key trend setters, chic-ness is measured down to even the smallest of accessories. So, don’t fall victim to the fashion police and use a chewed up, gasp, BIC pen! Turn to the Parker Pen Collection for true style and class while taking notes on the catwalk.

If you’ve spent too much on your Fashion Week outfits, consider the Parker Urban Premium Ebony Metal Chiselled Pen (Ranging from $40 to $65). This innovative pen is dynamic, curvy and oh-so-smooth. The black iridescent and metallic colored laquer combine for an utmost contemporary design.

The Khloe, Kim, and Kourtney Kardashian have launched their collection in Sears this season with patterns, colors and concepts.  The Kardashian Kollection, (yes- it is very cliche but it’s branding!) launched their line in the Meatpacking District this week and have no doubt that they will very successful.  Their line includes a variety of women’s wear, accessories and shoes.  Here are some pieces from the Kardashian Kollection, shot by Annie Leibowitz.

1. Thick is In

Well not too thick….but a light boy brow.  “Bushy is in!” says Vanita Parti founder of Blink Brow Bar.  Keep brows groomed with light trimming and tweezing and for a fuller effect.  Fill in brows by creating additonal hairs with a waxy brow pencil followed by a light coat of matching eyeshadow to the brows.  Ensure to follow your brow pattern when filling in.

2. Buff Nails

Buffing works to exfoliate the nail, the circulation creates heat to remove stains and smooth ridges on the nail.  Be caareful because over-buffing can thin the nail.  “A buffer has three sides, 1, 2 and 3. Use all three sides when using it for the first time and then just sides 2 and 3 to bring back the shine every few days. Only use side 1 on new nail growth,” says Leighton Denny, celebrity manicurist.

3. A for Androgynous

Try it, at least once.  Keep hair slicked using a holding spray/serum, these usually works best (you can use gel if you’d like but it is more damaging to the hair, instead try a sculpting putty).  Also try a lightly tossled look which can be also be achieved with the mentioned hair tools.  Compliment with a nude and matte lipstick and flushed cheeks.  Use a shade 2 to 2 tones lighter than your natural complexion along the contour of the cheek bone.  Finish your look with mascara.  Natural looking mascara is the counter point to Dramatic Effects Mascara.  It gives you thicker, longer lashes that still look and feel soft, light and natural.

Although fall 2011 is just around the corner, many designers have already begun working  in SS 2012 and Pre- Fall 2012 collections. Jacques Fath Introduces ‘La Joie De Vivre’ For Spring/Summer 2012,  an ode to the Joy of Life, the sun, fantasy and eternal youth.  This is the inspiration for the luscious palate of sorbet colors and intriguing styles for Spring/Summer 2012.

The latest addition to Jacques Fath’s classic collection is a generous bag for all life’s necessities with a fantastic clutch attached on the outside

by an interior belt that can be removed, thus giving you 3 options with one bag. Jacques Fath will become both a luxury and a staple in every woman’s closet adding instant glamour to any wardrobe. Dumenil has updated the vintage Fath aesthetic with her edgy, modern and fresh approach to details.  Handmade in a family-owned factory in Angers, France the collection features rich embossed leathers; lizard, python & alligator skins; wooden closures and jeweled clasps. Spring/Summer 2012 continues to bring luxury and sophistication with the richest of leathers, yet remains true to Jacques Fath’s roots of creating designs that are imaginative and enchanting. A new generation of fashionable celebrities has discovered the alluring designs of Jacques Fath.  Sienna Miller was recently spotted carrying the Fidelity clutch to the British Fashion Awards in London.

The Jacques Fath collection is currently available in the U.S. at Satine in Los Angeles, Realm in Soho, Hirshleifer’s on Long Island and online at
http://www.jacquesfath.com/ .

Bruxe

Positioned just left of the intersection between streetwear, skate culture and contemporary design, Bruxe is a premium and multifaceted Lifestyle Brand. Bruxe designs address functionality and streetwear sensibilities while insisting on unique and meticulously crafted design aesthetics. We are dedicated to designing quality products which stand the test of time.  This season their collection has proven to be durable and fashionable, making travel comfortable and dually fashionable.

1. Hermes Birkin

The Birkin bag is a handmade purse by Hermès and named after actress and singer Jane Birkin. The bag is a symbol of wealth due to its high price and elusiveness to the public.  Its prices range from $9,000 to $150,000. Costs escalate according to the type of materials. The bags are distributed to Hermès boutiques on unpredictable schedules and in limited quantities, creating scarcity and, intended or unintended, exclusivity.

2. Christian Louboutin Pump

Louboutin helped bring stilettos back into fashion in the 1990s and 2000s, designing dozens of styles with heel heights of 120mm (4.72 inches) and higher. Louboutin is generally associated with his “red bottoms” and dressier evening-wear designs incorporating jeweled straps, bows, feathers, patent leather and other similar decorative touches.

3. Skinny Jeans

Skinny jeans are the ultimate dress up/dress down item.  It is always good to have 3 pairs that fit you well in different washes and if you really like the fit and denim, I suggest you buy more than one!

4. White shirt

White shirts, similar to the skinny jean is a fashion staple.  Whether long sleeve, short sleeve or no sleeve keep white shirts handy because they add a mature yet subtle tone to most outfits.  If you want to kick back and still remain appealing the white tee or vest works well!

5. Mans watch

A man’s watch is good at creating between feminine and masculine without appearing androgynous.  Make sure that the band is not too large and fits the wrist with an eigth to a quarter inch space around the wrist so it looks like it was made for you.  Gold tones look great on most women, but Miss Olsen does a great job wearing her silver/chrome tones watch.  Rule:  Most men’s watches are larger than our women’s wrist, making it harder to find a watch that isn’t sliding off. In the end, I had to resort to a masculine women’s watch.

These FNO totes are too cute not to mention.  Fashion Night Out, the after-hours fashion extravaganza, is less than 3 weeks away and the official FNO 2011 collection is available at the following stores and online retailers. The collection includes these signature totes along with pima cotton short-sleeved T-shirts for men and women, long sleeved T-shirts, and hats with the signature FNO logo, abstracted cityscape print, and unique fashion prints. Available colors are navy and pink, gray and orange in addition to natural and cognac.  Forty percent of proceeds raised from sales will go to the New York City AIDS Fund in the New York Community Trust.

*Please note that availability of items varies depending on retailer. The full collection may not be available at every location. Please contact retailers for availability.

Miu Mui Fall 2011 eye wear brings theater to life, inspired by the classic 1940s film Noir.  The campaign, shot by Bruce Weber, features Miu Miu oversized, angular cat-eyed frames with lots of retro-glam colorways — think ochre tortoise shell and metallic glitter-acetate.  The full collection available in stores September 2011.

www.miumiu.com

This Fall Winter 2011/2012 Dolce and Gabbana collection  “Sensuality – Masculine Feminine” showcases D&Gs new outlook with amended proportions, fabrics and colors while encompassing their iconic traditions.  For me, their ‘masculine’ presentation showed the evolution of androgyny with black slim cut tailored jackets and overcoats, jackets with cut off sleeves, vest jackets and vests.  Coats and jackets are cut in lace, palettes, herringbone and with embroidered lapels with tuxedo shirts or shirts with large collars and lower-rise pants.  Dolce and Gabbana accessories and toned highlights are in grey, white, yellow, pink, light blue, gold and silver.  Mostly, I love their use of laced up shoes in leopard, tiger, lace, palettes and in orange, green and yellow box calf leather and the reduce, reuse and recycle of suspenders and hats.