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Marc Jacobs is always got it going on. This season they’ve gone Cruela Deville with polka dots and so have we! From the spotted stockings to hats, muffs and collars we agree it’s time to get covered in dots.

Mel shoes is the fun little sister line of the pioneering Melissa Shoes. Their unique concept of recycling plastic bottles into rubber rain proof fashion shoes has caught our attention. With their patented anti-mirobial technology their shoes offer unbeat comfort for those who like to go sock-less. Now available online and in store!

It’s no secret we love things retro so we are always keeping an eye out for designers who share our passion. This fall Jill Stuart went 70′s with knee length dresses and orange hues that made our eyes sparkle.

I got a sample of these a few months back and I have to say, they are the best idea ever!

Invented by two New York party goers tired of trudging home at the end of the night in painful stilettos. City slips are a pair of uber comfy fold-able ballet flats that fit into a small zip pouch. The zip pouch not only fits easily into your purse but it also unfolds into a tote bag! So at the end of the night when you slip your hurting feet into these saviors you also have a tote bag to carry your heels home in.

It is the emergency first aid kit every girl should have in her purse!

The holidays are around the corner and these will make great stocking stuffer for sisters and girlfriends.

It’s time to get show stopping for that big Halloween party. But want to be awesome without spending much cash? No problem! Just invest a few bucks in face paint  and get creative. Painting yourself a  costume is the best way to save money and still be stunning. You can always use face paint again next year.

Here’s a few great ideas I’ve compiled from google of make up based costumes that won’t cost you much to pull off.

Face paint runs about $1-6 depending on how many colors you want. Available at any drug store.

Lichtenstein Drama

Unzipped

Ghostly Vision

Hello Kitty

Corpse Doll

I am obsessed with how beautiful Adele’s eye make up always is. That perfect blend of color, depth and false eyelashes are very hard to achieve if you are me.  Especially the false eyelashes! So I hopped on YouTube and found loads of tutorials on how to achieve that glamorous look. These may also come in handy since Halloween is around the corner. Ladies you better get practicing because there is no other way to get good at falsies!

From these tutorials I learned it is very important to have the right brushes in your make up pouch. At the very lease you will need to have a wide blending brush, a crease blending brush, a fine point brush and a lot of cotton buds before you start.

It is also very important not to skip the eye make up base because it is what prevents your eye  shadow from creasing or flying away throughout the day/evening.

Deeply Alluring Eyes

The quirky Spanish brand, Kling is coming to Fan Clothing! The full winter collection is coming soon but we are showcasing a few select pieces in our featured section. Be the first to snatch up your favorite looks with our Winter Preview Event, going on now! There’s limited sizes and quantities so don’t wait too long.

We are excited to bring this new collection to our shop.  Judith March is a Florida based collection designed by owner Stephanie Nichols.  Born and raised in Brundidge, Alabama Stephanie embarked on a life long journey through all facets of the fashion industry that led to the launch of her own collection, Judith March. With this line Nichols brings together all her passions including vintage stylings and bohemian virtues. Our favorite part is everything Judith March is made here in the United States. From the original fun textiles to the clothes themselves it is all proudly made in the U.S.A.

Oh 1963 what a year. It was the golden age of American Jet setting; when flying was glamorous and being a stewardess was every girl’s dream.

From its foundation as America’s first international airline on October 27, 1927, to its peak in the 60s, and throughout the remainder of the 20th century, Pan American Airlines represented luxury, glamour and limitless possibilities.

Adored by celebrities, rock stars and the International elite, iconic Pan Am was made famous by its Clippers, first-class amenities, stewardesses, and of course, the Pan Am bag. Carrying a Pan Am bag signified the prestige of a privileged lifestyle, a certain freedom achieved when the ends of the earth are suddenly within reach.

The now defunct airline lives on in our fond memories as well as in carry on luggage and bags!

Long after the airline closed its doors, the legacy lives on. The Pan Am brand of today lives for fashion, adventure, and the thrill of the journey – no matter what your mode of travel. Pan Am offers vintage and contemporary bags, luggage, accessories and more. So explore, discover, and let the world be your runway.

Want a piece of the jet age? We’ve brought the official Pan Am bags and passport covers to our shop. Each item is made with loads of detailing and has the official certificate sewn into the lining. The bags come in both vintage and contemporary styles, all with lots of compartments and detailing. Check out the collection now available at our shop or on our website.

You might have seen these originals adorning movies like Catch Me if You Can and the new TV show Pan Am. The nostalgic imagery brought back by the movies has made us drool. We just love the retro glam of those blue uniforms and white gloves.

Excerpts from: http://www.panam.com/legacy

Two weeks ago my younger brother came to visit and I immediately noticed his skin was clear and glowing, which is a complete 180 from his usual scalely pimply mess. He tells me it’s because he’s been using argan oil from an organic cosmetic company called Melvita.

Having struggled with my skin the last 3 years and spent hundreds of dollars getting no where I was eager to test this argan oil.  My skin has a very thin top layer that dries out and flakes easily but is oily under the surface, which when stressed creates deep painful pimples. So eager for a cure I drove downtown to the Melvita shop in Union Square. I fought the ridiculous traffic and circled for an hour until I found parking.

Yes, it was all worth it. The moment I applied it my skin felt hydrated, rich and glowing. Of course it’s just the first few days so it’s too early to say for sure, but so far so awesome!

The oil is good for both hair and skin. Argan oil is rich in essential fatty acids, antioxidants, vitamin E and protein.  For skin it is nourishing as a moisturizer but it also aids in reducing scars, hypo-pigmentation, and fine lines. It absorbs quickly into your skin so isn’t heavy. I was told by the sales clerk at Melvita that because argan oil is plant based it won’t clog your pours like mineral oils can.

For hair, argan oil is used to control dryness and to boost shine. You can use it as a once a week mask or you can apply argan oil to your hair before blow drying or flat ironing. It takes all the frizz away leaving the hair healthy and shiny without any heaviness or residue.

The best part about Argan Oil is you are automatically supporting a good cause just by purchasing it. Argan oil is exclusively produced by Berber women who have formed a fair trade collective around the harvesting of this oil. Apparently the plant only grows in Morocco and they’ve been harvesting and selling the oil since before the Phoenicians. The income from this co-op funds health care, education and child care for these women.

Argan oil is pretty new in America, but English and French tourists discovered it in Morocco years ago and it’s all over the markets of Provence, along with the lavender and olive oils. Now, due to the efforts of the Moroccan King Mohammed VI, who has been praised for his efforts to promote women’s rights, the oil is being promoted and exported worldwide. What does women’s rights have to do with argan oil? Well, that’s one of the reasons I am so intrigued by it.
It is Berber women who are solely responsible for harvesting the nuts and producing the oil, and they are doing so in fair trade working cooperatives. Outside groups, like the government of Monaco, are also financially backing a system whereby women can work half days (so they can still tend to their families) in exchange for fair wages and good working conditions. This has allowed an income for women and families where before there was little.

The cooperatives have initiated an ecosystem reforestation project to help preserve the argan forest. The cooperatives are working in partnership with the Moroccan Water and Forests Authorities to allow optimal tree growth, plant argan nurseries, and create education programs. The community realizes the value of the argan tree and they are involved with its protection. In fact, Unesco has designated the 10,000-square-mile argan-growing region as a biosphere reserve.

Read more: http://www.care2.com/greenliving/is-argan-oil-miraculous.html#ixzz1Z0OrwVIL

Because of the recent hype, argan oil is popping up everywhere. To test the effects more directly get 100% pure argan oil with no synthetic additives.