October 4, 2010

Nicole Miller Chats on Sportswear and Spring 2011

By Tiffany Reo, Guest Blogger [24Kt Style]

It’s not just the leaves that are changing this time of year, if you have stepped inside a Nicole Miller shop recently, you might have noticed a shift in the collection. The famed “go-to” dress designer is filling her stores with more of those crisp sportswear pieces she shows on the runways and a little less dress.

Last week, Nicole and her unbelievably warm PR team (I seriously have never met a nicer and more genuine group) had a swanky soiree in her Soho location to chat about the sportswear push and get some feedback on the Spring 2011 show. Who does that?! No one. That’s why Nicole Miller rocks. She talked with every guest there, took lots of pictures and really let everyone know what this evolution was all about. When I was speaking with her, all I could think about was that this is a designer who really cares about her brand and wants to make sure people get it.

“Get it” we did. I had a ball asking other bloggers and Nicole’s team which pieces they couldn’t live with out. It was a tough choice to pick my favorite piece among the uber-luxurious pants with leather trim, drapey tops in cool prints, and the sleek day-to-night dresses. At the end of the day, for me, it’s about construction; therefore, I chose this pristine blazer that is beyond versatile! It just so happens to be in the fashion forward closet of Beyonce, among a handful of other “it” girls!

And it wouldn’t be an I Heart Heels post if I didn’t include some fabulous footwear! You know you can never have enough black boots and these are pretty impressive with a solid heel and intricate details. As Julie would say, “Squeal!” Love them.

I was lucky to take part in such a fun event that has inspired my wardrobe! There are so many pieces that can go from the office to a night on the town that you won’t have buyers remorse (sadly, I never suffer from that anyway, but for those of you that do) because you can wear each item several ways for a number of occasions. Can you say awesome?

Editor’s Note: Yes, I am DYING over these heels, T.!! If I were there (sob), I would’ve HAD to try them on the instant I saw them. -xoxo