FASHION BREAKING NEWS: BALMAIN X H&M Collection!

Sunday got so much sweeter when word dropped last night, that the creative director of Balmain, Olivier Rousteing would be collaborating with H&M for an exclusive collection! His model friends Kendall Jenner and Jourdan Dunn wore gave us a little preview (see below) of what's to come. Do you like? I'M SWOONING, GAGGING AND SAVING MY COINS lol!  

 

 The collection will hit the stores November 5, and will feature clothing and accessories for both women and men. The question is, Are you #HMBalmaination or nah?!          

WHAT I WORE: Dinner Wangin'

Over the weekend I got together with my bestfriend for a cute night out (we needed to have a major catch up session). I've been so obsessed with black lately especially my hair, (there's something about black that is so classic). I promise to give you guys more color soon lol! Anyway, it's a little burr in DC so I decided to finally wear my Scuba sweatshirt from the Alexander Wang x H&M collection and I paired it with my leather sweatpants from Sorrella Boutque. I wanted to be comfortable for dinner and of course I had to jazz it up with my So Kate pumps. I found my scuba top to be very insulated and fit like a corset around the waist (Hello, my waist was on FLEEK lol). I really appreciated the quality of the Alexander Wang x H&M collection, I'll be wearing this again for sure! After a delicious Hibachi dinner we headed to our favorite hookah lounge to keep the night going, needless to say we had a good time. Aren't nights with your Bestfriend the best times?? I hope everyone had a great weekend! 

Spending Everything on Alexander Wang |

So I finally got the chance to go to H&M and get the Alexander Wang collection. Although the collection debuted Friday eve, the line was down the block with fashion lovers that couldn't wait to get their hands on this exclusive designer collection. I couldn't miss out on this opportunity so I was right in line with them, I mean seriously it's ALEXANDER WANG! *swoon* 

I waited in line wearing a bright pink wristband marked with a specific time slot to shop. After 1.5 hours in line I along with 9 other eager shoppers was escorted upstairs where we then had 20 minutes to shop the collection! I was super excited that I was able to snag two pieces from this collection (fist pump). Since I'm on this shopping budget/planning my holiday party, I decided only to get the items that I absolutely needed. It was a successful shopping experience that I appreciated!

 

I'm super obsessed with the scuba inspired shirt, it's really comfortable and the quality is AMAZING!! Then, I tried on the sports bra which feels so good on, it makes me want to go back and buy a few more! Overall I was satisfied with how H&M handled the crowd, the presentation of the collection and my purchases of course. Kudos!  

Argh retail therapy came right on time, I've been having one of those weeks but this collection turned my frown upside down. Thank you Mr. Wang! I can't wait to wear my stuff. Did you grab anything?!Happy Shopping guys!!! 

FASHION NEWS: Alexander Wang x H&M Collection [11-06-14]

Over the weekend Stylista's got the best news of their life (well at least I did) when H&M announced the next designer collaboration. During the Coachella Music Festival last weekend (I'm so mad that I missed it, next year I'm there!!), famed designer Alexander Wang revealed his collaboration with H&M at an exclusive party. Wang is now the first American designer to partner with H&M and the timing couldn't be even more perfect as the Swedish retailer celebrated their 10th anniversary of designer collaborations. Although deets on the collection have been sealed tight, we hear that there will be some "never have been done before" moments and collection for both men/women released on November 6th, 2014! MARK YOUR CALENDARS for WANG X H&M!

FASHION NEWS: Isabel Marant for H&M (SAVE-THE-DATE: Nov 14th, 2013)

 

"H&M is proud to announce its autumn collaboration with Parisian designer Isabel Marant. With effortless style, Isabel Marant has created a widely influential and successful take on Parisian chic. She mixes urban attitude, boho elegance, and a rock ‘n’ roll spirit to deliver genuine French allure. For H&M, Isabel Marant will create a wardrobe of must-have pieces inspired by her signature style. The collection will be available and online in 250 stores worldwide on November 14th, 2013, and will feature clothing and accessories for women and teenagers, as well as Isabel Marant’s first-ever collection for men."

 

 

I'm super excited for this collaboration! How dope is this?

 

Me & my friends are soooo pumped...I'll definitely be waiting patiently  in line for this one ; )

Beyonce as Mrs. Carter in H&M (Commercial)

This commercial is definitely giving me the 'Baby Boy' video she did with Sean Paul a few years ago. I'm loving the Island glow on Mrs. Carter as well! Grown Woman :)

 

 

I want to go to the beach right now! Will you be copping the H&M collection? Hits stores very soon!

WHAT I WORE: Broccoli City Festival (Washington, DC)

Over the weekend I attended the Broccoli City Festival in celebration of Earth Day at the Half Fairgrounds in South East DC with a few friends. I was super excited to attend this year since I heard nothing but great things from last year's event. It was pretty chilly over the weekend and I knew I would be outside for a long period of time so I opted for a very WARM look (comfortable & chic).

Head to Toe:

Vintage Sunnies

Gold hoop earrings from Belle Noel

Homies sweatshirt by Brian Lichtenberg 

Distressed denim from H&M

Isabel Marant sneaker wedges (my latest obsession!)

Black Gucci hobo bag

 Rolling with my homies Derrick, Giorgio & Kacey! #BCFest

 

Before the Broccoli Fest I went to brunch with my besties and wore my comfortable Steve Madden platform heels for the occassion before slipping into my Isabel Marant! What a great way to end my weekend, can't wait to get finals over and done with this week. Have an awesome week people!!

 

 

BABY, I'M GONNA BE YOUR MOTIVATION: Beyonce Full H&M Campaign + Snapshots from Mrs. Carter Tour

 

Beyonce looks smokin' haute for her latest H&M campaign. Now we have all if not most of the pictures from her beautiful photo-shoot she did a few months ago. The Fab-Mommy showed off her post-baby body in some very flattering bikini's with sultry lips and a flower to embrace the Caribbean roots where she shot the campaign. We hear that Beyonce had a hand in the designing aspect of the bikinis as well, although we don't have the prices for the bikini's I'm sure they will be affordable.  

 

Werk it B! The Fab-Mommy has also kicked off her World Tour in Serbia yesterday. Check out some of the flicks from her Mrs. Carter tour below (I can't wait to see her this summer). 

 

 

I need to be on the Mrs. Carter work out plan. Body is bangin' #Motivation

 

Beyoncé as Mrs. Carter in H&M + New Song 'Bow Down'

Congrats to Beyoncé also known as Mrs. Carter for her new partnership with Swedish retailer, H&M. The Brand Representative says, Mrs. Carter also put her "personal input on the pieces seen in the campaign." Kudos to the Singer/Fab-Mommy on her latest venture, she looks absolutely stunning in this beach chair. We hear the campaign was shot in Bahamas while she was celebrating Blue Ivy's birthday. Mrs. Carter further says, "I've always liked H&M's focus on fun affordable fashion. I really loved the concept we collaborated on to explore the different emotions of women represented by the four elements -fire, water, earth and wind. It was a beautiful shoot on a tropical island. It felt more like making a video than a commercial." What can you expect this summer?  The campaign will feature swimwear and beachwear pieces that will raise money for WaterAid. Check out another picture from her January photo-shoot with H&M caught by the Paparazzi below:

via: fantronomy

In other Mrs. Carter news, it seems like Beyoncé is ready for us to hear what she's been working on! Last week she released her her track "Bow Down" and a picture of a younger @BaddieBey wearing a crown, sash, and gown while being surrounded by trophy's of course (see below).

 

The song caused a bit of controversy but what else is new? Seems like Mrs. Carter is repping that H-town again and I'm not mad at all! I'm totally stoked to hear more off this album and of course to see her in concert this summer! Take a listen below (I hear a remix is in the works too! Get it Bey!):

 

FASHION NEWS: H&M Will Show at Paris Fashion Week!

That's right, our favorite go-to store H&M will show their Autumn 2013 collection at Paris Fashion Week! News broke yesterday that the fashion show will be held at Musée Rodin on February 27th, 2013. I also hear that the collection was created by H&M’s in house designers under supervision of Ann-Sofie Johansson complete with 25 looks for all the fabulous Budgetista's. The collection will also be available at select H&M stores worldwide. Are you as excited as I'am? STOKED!

MEN'S FASHION: H&M Spring 2013 Lookbook

Hey Guys!

I have alot of male friends and followers that are huge supporters of Ms. Style & Grace so I'm working on doing more 'male centered' posts to accommodate their needs. I love my men in the finest and looking their very best of course, so here's the latest H&M Lookbook for Spring 2013. The  collection features items inspired by the 1950s fashion! Thank me later :)

 

“This spring at H&M we’ve traveled through menswear heritage to make something that feels truly contemporary. It’s so exciting that men today are wearing more prints and color, and are confident enough to try something new in order to find their own personal style,” says Andreas Lowenstam, H&M’s head menswear designer.

 

 

images via: Nitrolicious

SWEXY WEDNESDAY: David Beckham for H&M Holiday Campaign

 

Somebody turn off the HEAT.....David Beckham just set the place on fire! Ladies, get your men ready for the Holiday season with David Beckham's third collection of H&M Bodywear. The new styles are said to include a hooded morning gown, draw-string pyjama pants, Henleys and long johns with padded elbows and knees, and lounging shorts and T-shirts, as well as a towel.

 

See more images below:

 

images via: Huffington Post

 

Also, peep the video below...

VIDEO OF THE DAY: Anna Dello Russo at H&M in "Fashion Shower"

Anna Dello Russo is the accessories queen in her latest “Fashion Shower” a song and music video. She'll be collaborating with H&M for an exclusive collection which features jewelry, sunglasses, shoes, bags and a trolley at H&M’s affordable prices. The collection will be available beginning October 4, 2012 in around 140 H&M stores worldwide and online. I'll be sure to post pictures when more of the collection is revealed. I CAN'T WAIT! #loveher

FASHION NEWS: Lana Del Rey for H&M

H &M have confirmed that soul songstress Lana Del Rey will be the face of their upcoming autumn campaign, in addition to their holiday ads. Kudos to her, I love everything about Lana (especially her name)! Two sneak peek photos of the campaign were released yesterday, but the entire photo-shoot will make it's debut in September.

Lana is seen wearing a pale pink angora sweater, nude jeans, diamond colored earrings with her Amy Whinehouse bouffant and cat-eyes to match. I'm definitely feeling this ad already, Lana is stunning.

H&M’s PR manager Chloe Bowers released the following statement:

“We were looking for a style icon and singer to model our autumn/winter 2012-13 collection and Lana Del Rey was the perfect choice. We think she shows our fall fashion in a very inspiring way. The theme of the campaign is a modern and feminine woman with a soft attitude. Curves and waist are important in autumn’s silhouette.”

H&M Lookbook Women Autumn 2012

I know we just got used to not wearing our leather jackets, gloves and scarfs because summer has unofficially began BUT, I had to share H&M's latest lookbook for women this Autumn! I love to shop at H&M especially when they get new items. Anyone loving the Autumn collection? SPEAK ON IT!

FASHION NEWS: Anna Dello Russo For H&M

Anna Dello Russo to design an over-the-top accessories collection for H&M

"H&M is proud to announce a special collaboration with fashion icon and legendary Fashion Director Anna Dello Russo. An idol of the blogosphere whose flamboyant outfits are endlessly documented by style photographers and broadcasted globally through the web, Anna Dello Russo proved her unique sense of style creating a special collection of accessories for H&M. Unabashedly glamorous, precious and playful, the range is an expression of Dello Russo’s taste for ornamentation. Available from October 4, 2012, at the peak of the global fashion weeks tour, in around 140 stores worldwide and online. The collection features jewelry, sunglasses, shoes, bags and a trolley allowing H&M customers uniqueness at an affordable price."

 images & quotes via: H&M

"I am excited by this collaboration: this is the first time H&M involves a Fashion Director in a special project. This is the sign of an important evolution in fashion, and I am both thrilled and humbled to be the one chosen to lead it. I wanted to create precious accessories that are impossible to find. As a stylist I know accessorization is essential: it is the personal touch to any outfit. With these pieces everybody can have fun, turning an ordinary day into a fantastic fashion day", says Anna Dello Russo.

"It’s been extremely exciting to involve Anna Dello Russo in this project, something completely different from what we have done before. Anna has a fantastic eye and a strong taste, apart from being a veritable fashion icon. She produced an extravagant range of accessories that will get H&M customers and everyone in love with fashion excited. The collection is a celebration of excess, fantasy and decoration" says Margareta van den Bosch, Creative Advisor at H&M.

Can't wait to see her collection! I'm always in H&M getting the essentials <3

H&M for Kids: "It's A Spring Thing" Collection + Recieve 20% Off Entire Purchase

H&M does not only make fashionable clothes for men and women, they also have a super cute collection for those little tots of yours. They have recently released their 'Its A Spring Thing' collection now available for purchase for quite the deal. Also, they are offering you Fab Mommies & Daddies  20% off your entire purchase when you shop the newest kid collection! The coupon is up for grabs from now until April 2nd and I must say that I'm totally loving the collection, it's fun and very trendy...and if you're not convinced, check it out for yourself below:

via: H&M