Tony Duquette Lives On!

Tony Duquette, and American who specialized in designs for stage and film, was amazingly talented and highly inspirational to all that knew him. He was famous for his personal belief that "more is more" and was "known for his flair for exotic excess" (Iredale, 6). The California native sadly passed away in 1999 at the age of 85.

However, he is hardly gone. Proceeding his death, his design company was taken over by his business partner, Hutton Wilkinson. Duquette left behind a visual legacy that offers great opportunities for many people. One of these opportunities is occurring within the design house currently. Coach has partnered with the Duquette estate to create a limited edition jewelry collection, which will debut in February.

The collection is extremely flamboyant and over-the-top, two qualities that Duquette himself would be very proud. The most attractive aspect of the collection is that none of the prices exceed $500. This collection is bound to be a big hit. Keep your eyes open in February when you'll start seeing these gorgeous pieces in retail everywhere!

This gorgeous clutch is polyester satin and embossed leather with Swarovski crystals and hand-cut glass.

These dainty coiled snake charm necklaces are a must-have for the winter season!

These Coach bangles are enamel and gold-plated brass with Swarovski crystal starbursts.

Information on Tony Duquette acquired from Wikipedia and Women's Wear Daily 202:80, article by Jessica Iredale, page 6.

"Cloaks: Snuggies With Panache"

Cold weather is on its way! Break out your peacoat cloak! This fall, cloaks are all the rage amongst top designers. Cloaks made their debut appearance two years ago in Fall 2009, but haven't fully escaped the runway and hit the general public until now. These high-fashion garments are very different, but know how to draw in the attention--in a good way! Cloaks are a great way to get away with wearing even your pajamas out to the grocery store. They are polished and dressy and can conceal the excessively casual look you're hiding underneath! Cloaks are also a flash back in the fashion industry. They were highly popular in medieval times and in the early 19th century. This is definitely a trend that anyone can pull off.  So if you're out there looking for a new fall style to rock with jeans and boots or maybe even tights and heels...this is your look.

Reference article: New York Times by Marisa Meltzer, published October 5, 2011