Thursday

Shecky's Designer Lounge "Guru"

Love fashion and finding that one-of-a-kind necklace, handbag, or cocktail dress like we do? Welcome to Shecky’s Designer Lounge, an online showcase of our resident designers and retailers from Girls Night Out events across the country. Shecky’s scours the world for cool, undiscovered fashion designers and brings them to you at our signature shopping parties. Preview their latest designs now—online!
Designer: Zein Ahmed
Girls Night Out Designer Since: 2008
http://www.guru-nyc.com/

How did you become a designer?
I started designing clothes when I was 18. All throughout my upbringing in Lahore, my family always had custom-tailored clothing made out of the finest quality fabrics. I carry on that tradition with Guru. My first exhibitions were in Lahore, NY and Delhi when I was 18. I emigrated to New York when I was 23, took classes at FIT, and went on to work in various roles in New York's fashion scene, from modeling to merchandising and management. I even explored my other passion—culinary arts and obtained a degree in French cuisine and restaurant management from ICE!

What’s your inspiration?
My inspiration is my upbringing in Lahore, my organic, eco-friendly way of life.

What’s your hometown?
Originally Lahore, Pakistan, now New York, NY

If you had to pick a favorite design from your collection, what would it be?
The Oatmeal Tunic because it is the linen used here is the natural un-dyed color of linen, and because the color combination reminds me most of my father's color sensibility. He is an extremely handsome man with an impeccable sense of color and coordination.

What are you wearing right now?
Beige tunic and jeans.

You're Invited to Shecky's Girls Night Out in a city near you!

Grab your girlfriends and shake off the cold with a little help from Shecky’s! At Girls Night Out, you’ll experience the newest warm weather fashion trends, delish cocktails and beer, plus sensational spring beauty treatments. Throw in our fabulous goodie bags, chock full of freebies, and we guarantee you’ll have a spring in your step in no time!

Marie Claire’s Gifts for the Working Girl

Gifts for the Working Girl
Help her plan her route to the corner office with these gifts that keep her on the ball and in the know.
This sophisticated pendant will add a touch of the exotic to her professional look. The inspiration comes from a turban pin worn by a Mughal emperor from India, featuring twin enamel parrots around a white kundan lotus. The sparkling, intricate setting makes it a great detail piece for a tailored suit or an evening ensemble. (guru-nyc.com, $105)

Tuesday

Online Shopping Event Vogue and Gilt Shop Now

In the February issue, our editors selected ten sharp menswear inspired pieces that (dare we say) look even better on a woman than a man. In the words of model Anja Rubik, "men's clothes make women feel powerful and sexy and leave a lot to the imagination." Vogue has collaborated with Gilt Groupe, the go-to online store for fashion and luxury, to bring this collection to you, but only for a limited time. Shop the pages of Vogue now: http://www.gilt.com/vogue This cool collection features a range of designs, from Uniqlo to Dior, and we've chosen our favorite items for you. Don't wait the sale is live now through February 8th. http://www.gilt.com/vogue Susan Plagemann Vice President & Publisher, Vogue