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       From talk-show hosts to socialites and from Creative Directors to bloggers, Wear Your Invisible Crown prides itself on revealing the kaleidoscopic gamut of fashion ingénues and icons. Since the month of December definitely calls for chic versatility (work, weekend, Chanukah soirees, and winter weddings), is there a better moment to feature the multi-faceted style of Kate Bosworth? Nope, there isn’t.

       Although Kate Bosworth is well-known for being an actress (and for her different colored eyes!) she is even more well-known for her trend-setting credentials. In fact, I barely ever watched a film that Kate Bosworth was in, but I have seen scores of her stylish snapshots in Vogue. The fashion universe constantly focuses their lens on Ms. Bosworth, because more often than not, she’ll be perfectly executing a bohemian, sporty, sleek, or luxurious look. This girl is definitely a fashion chameleon in her own right.

Check out her modest ensembles below!

CAREER CONFUSION

 

       In second grade our teacher asked my fellow classmates and I to sketch a picture of the proverbial “what you want to be when you grow up” in our journals. I happily grabbed my pencil and began to draw a girl who was wearing many hats. Literally. She simultaneously managed to don the clichéd beret of a French artist, a chef’s towering Dodin Bouffant, and the headgear of a submarine swimmer. Talented girl she was. Oh, and she also had five arms. One was to feel a puppy’s heartbeat with her stethoscope, another was to vigorously scribble her N.Y.Times article, another was to distribute prizes to her Preschool students, and so on.

 

Let’s Get Ready to Partay!

       HAPPY CHANUKAH dear readers! May we all experience genuine joy during this auspicious season. Below is a brief guide to aid you in case you become possessed with the “I’ve got nothing to wear” syndrome right before a Chanukah (or office Holiday) party. The clothing suggestions are founded on one’s “style personality.” Mix and match the various looks if you feel like it. Go ahead…It’s party time! 

The Classicist

First up is The Classicist: She is a mademoiselle who usually opts for timeless dresses and separates. How can a Classicist revamp her Chanukah party style? Sequins of course. At this point, sequins are practically synonymous with winter festivities. It is and will always be the traditional Holiday fashion. A P.O.C (pop of color) in your accessories will surely add further cheer to a sparkly outfit. Speaking of accessories, a statement-making necklace will definitely be welcome when paired with solid yet richly hued separates. A Collar Necklace is what I have in mind.

Model Hilary Rhoda (left) and blogger Jenny from JennyinJacquard wear collar necklaces with deep colors.

LEV COLLECTION

 

       It’s quite interesting how I met Carolina, the founder and designer of Lev Collection. It was three years ago. I was with my friend in a Manhattan pizza store. We noticed a young Sephardic-looking woman eating her lunch nearby. She met a few acquaintances there and her demeanor appeared to be sweet and relaxed. I was considering approaching her and introducing myself. You see, I was on a quest to find an appropriate Shidduch for a specific family member of mine. I wanted to speak to her but my “What the heck? You never know” attitude was restrained by shyness. I finally mustered the courage to introduce myself and we exchanged each others’ contact information. Although the potential Shidduch I conceived did not blossom to fruition, I’m still quite grateful that I met Carolina on that blistering June day (she’s married now by the way!).  

 

      Around a year ago, Carolina began to post photos of dazzling evening and cocktail dresses on Facebook. I quickly discovered that she designed those dresses. Impressive! Carolina’s Lev Collection can be viewed and purchased on www.levcollection.com. Lev Collection offers evening wear for Simchot and formal wear for Shabbat and the Holidays. The clothing is perfectly modest, so you can say adieu to purchasing extra fabric and “fixing it.” Who needs that hassle, right? In addition, the elegant simplicity of Lev Collection’s dresses is truly covetable. Sequins! Feminine silhouettes! Lace detailing! This is the modest yet fashionable woman’s dream. Let’s get to know Lev Collection’s founder and designer a bit better!

CHANUKAH 2012

Need I remind you how beloved these eight days are to your Jewish calendar, Jewish soul, and inner Jewish party girl? 

Here’s a list of a few upcoming Chanukah events in N.Y.

This sounds fantastic: Jewish music performed by the Chassidic-Alt-Rock group, Bulletproof Stockings (interview with them coming up soon on Wear Your Invisible Crown!), designer fashion at affordable prices presented by The Frock Swap, cuisine, yoga, mini-makeovers, and Jewish female talent brimming forth.

 

Wow. Charity and delicious Persian food? Sign me up please.

 

 

Oorah Concert 2012

 

 

Join us at Oorah's FREE CHANUKAH CONCERT for Oorah families.

Featuring Lipa Schmeltzer, Yoni Z,
Shloime Dachs and NYBC
with music by the Shloime Dachs Orchestra.

Special section for The Zone

The concert will be held on
Tuesday, December 11, 2012,
the fourth night of Chanukah.
Doors open at 7:00, concert begins at 7:30

at the Walt Whitman Theatre -Brooklyn College
Avenue H and Nostrand Avenue
Brooklyn, NY

Important note:
New this year: we will be mailing tickets to you prior to the concert.
You must bring your tickets to be admitted.

Y.U. Chanukah Concert 2012

Edon Pinchot, the teen music sensation who burst onto the scene this year as a semifinalist on the TV show “America’s Got Talent,” and veteran Jewish music group Shalsheles, will headline this year’s annual Yeshiva University Chanukah Concert on Thursday, December 13 at 8 p.m. YU a cappella group, the Y-Studs, will open the show. The concert will take place at YU’s Lamport Auditorium, 2540 Amsterdam Ave. in Washington Heights. Doors open at 7:30 p.m.

 

 

"America's Got Talent" Eden Pinchot

 

We hope this was informative. Enjoy these eight days. Woohoo!

 

EXCLUSIVE PREVIEW! TEL AVIV FASHION SHOW REVIEW BY TIARA!!!

Tel Aviv Fashion Show at Greenhouse, Soho

By Atara Arbesfeld

 

         

        It was Thursday night November 15, when Israeli fashion crossed the Atlantic and arrived in New York City. I would normally be heading back home in Queens on the F train or catching up on late night studying. Instead I was at a swanky bar in Soho and feeling pathetically out of place with my kikki rikki, black cardigan, black pencil skirt and flats. It was my first foray into the world of fashion and my expectations were high. I was expecting to be witnessing the cutting edge of Israeli style, kosher food, and extraordinary entertainment, which I did, but not without some initial awkwardness...

This is an exclusive sneak peak - stay tuned soon for the full review!

Would You Wear...?

 

Would You Wear...?

Plaid on Plaid

        Welcome to our new “Would You Wear…?” column! This column introduces trends that would perhaps challenge the status-quo (as far as wardrobes are concerned). It will usually feature a style that is either unfamiliar to you or requires a bit of daring on your part.

 Blair Eadie from www.atlantic-pacific.blogspot.com
 

        Fall is my favorite season of the year. Hands down. Yet, when I take a stroll in the park I’m beginning to feel more of a winter nip than an autumnal one. Hurricane Sandy ravaged the East Coast and snow already graced the streets in N.Y. Is an early winter our fate? Maybe. But, I refuse to say “toodle-oo!” to autumn until it’s officially over (December 21^st marks the beginning of winter).

       Until December 21^st, I’m going to revel in everything that’s considered a hardcore autumnal cliché. This includes apple cider, crunchy leaves, and of course the subject of today’s post: plaid.  The question isn’t if you would wear plaid in general (because of course you would!). It’s “would you wear plaid on plaid?” Would you channel your inner Scottish spirit and double on this print? If the answer is a hearty yes, then behold the bagpipes are playing in ye honor.