When it comes to style, we are all inspired by what we see; whether it be a well-dressed celebrity, a blow-your-mind catwalk presentation or even a fashionable passerby.
As fashion editors, we’re moved by all of the above, and then some.
We’re exposed to under-the-radar labels; we get a first-hand look at collections months before they hit stores; we attend VIP events; we’re tapped into brands with chic-yet-cheap offerings and we shop — a lot.
To share our knowledge, FEMAIL brings you Style Swoon, a weekly series of the latest, greatest and on the verge.
We hope this series will serve as a buying guide and point of inspiration for all.
The midas touch
In honor of Snoop Dog’s 15 gold albums – and his 20th release, Missionary – Skechers has released his one-of-a-kind gold shoe this week.
Look familiar? The world-renowned personality wore the golden kicks while carrying the Olympic torch before the opening ceremonies in Paris.
The Skechers x Snoop Dogg: Snoop One – Gold Medal Snoop high-top sneaker is crafted with embossed gold leather, features gold laces and ribbon in the French flag colors.
During his stint as Team USA’s #1 cheerleader and our unofficial ‘Ambassador of Happiness,’ the rapper lived up to the Olympic theme of all-gold everything, adding a 14K touch to several of his custom looks worn throughout the games.
Now, sneaker enthusiasts and Snoop fanatics alike can get their hands on a piece of his iconic West Coast flair with the highly-coveted Snoop One – Gold Medal Snoop.
The shoe retails for $125 and is available for a limited time only.
A designer dinner
Max Mara celebrated the opening of its Aspen pop-up with a dinner party at Caribou Club in Aspen, Colorado on Thursday, December 19th.
Notable guests included Riley Keough, Nicky Hilton, Kathy Hilton, Abigail Spencer, and Jamie Mizrahi gathered to celebrate.
Tina Craig, Tina Leung, Charlotte Groeneveld, and Nicky Campbell were also in attendance.
Dressed in either Sportmax or Max Mara, attendees looked phenomenal at Aspen’s first members-only club.
They mingled amongst each other before sitting down at a long white table for a delicious meal.
Table settings included a sea of white candles and holiday fruits, decorated to perfection and arranged like a yuletide vision.
The ultimate holiday luxury fashion experience
Bronx and Banco and luxury florist FLOWERBX have partnered with the Ritz Carlton New York, NoMad on the ultimate holiday experience: A Haute Holiday Suite.
The hotel’s luxurious one-bedroom Madison or Liberty Suite will be transformed into a holiday haven, featuring a beautifully decorated tree inspired by Bronx and Banco’s designs and seasonal decor throughout the suite.
The collaboration also includes a closet full of party looks curated for each guest by designer Natalie De’Banco.
Blending fashion and fantasy, this exclusive offering perfectly captures the magic and glamour of New York City during the festive season.
‘We are incredibly excited to collaborate with Bronx and Banco and our esteemed floral partner FLOWERBX to create a holiday experience unlike any other,’ said Bastian Germer, General Manager of The Ritz-Carlton New York, NoMad.
‘This partnership brings together unparalleled luxury, bold style, and the spirit of the season to offer our guests an extraordinary opportunity to indulge in the magic of New York City during the holidays. It’s more than a suite – it’s an immersive celebration of elegance, fashion, and festive charm.’
‘Spending the holiday season in New York City is as glamorous as it gets but having the opportunity to spend it in this incredibly curated holiday suite at The Ritz-Carlton New York, NoMad is pure magic,’ says Natalie De’Banco.
‘We are so excited to partner again with the team to bring this vision to life!’
The package starts at $4,000 per night in a one-bedroom Madison or Liberty Suite. Guests can make reservations by emailing nomadsales@ritzcarlton.com or by calling (212) 404-8400.
A Haute Holiday Suite is available until January 1, 2025.
Snow polo for the stars
On Thursday, December 19th, the iconic St. Regis Snow Polo World Championship returned to Aspen, Colorado.
As the only snow polo tournament in North America, the championship draws an A-list crowd, including global tastemakers, celebrities and locals.
Hosted at the picturesque Rio Grande Park, the event captivated guests – including Anna Kendrick, Nikki Reed, and Riley Keough, with thrilling matches led by world-renowned polo player and St. Regis Connoisseur Nacho Figueras.
This 12th annual tournament celebrated St. Regis’ rich heritage and its century-long association with polo.
Since John Jacob Astor IV founded the St. Regis in the early 1900s, polo has tied directly to the brand’s story.
Guests reveled in the art of celebration, toasting to the occasion with a special Bloody Mary Bar featuring signature cocktails, including The Downhill Snapper, The Bund Snapper, and La Bandera Mary, and indulging in the finest culinary offerings.
A city birthday
AnnaSophia Robb celebrated her 31st birthday party with friends at a private NYC penthouse on Saturday.
The Carrie Diaries star channeled her inner Carrie Bradshaw in a grey Tom Ford dress from FRWD featuring all-over pleats and sipped fabulous St-Germain cocktails including the St-Germain Hugo Spritz.
She wore her blonde tresses loose, and completed the sweet-yet-sexy ensemble with sheer black hosiery and black pumps.
