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Fashion designers Domenico Dolce and Stefano Gabbana have each been sentenced to 18-month jail terms for tax evasion charges. Italy's appeals court upheld a verdict issued last June against the pair on charges of using Luxembourg holding company Gado to avoid paying taxes on royalties of about 1billion euros. The case stems from an investigation that began in 2008 when Italian tax authorities stepped up their fight against tax evasion as a global financial crisis began to bite.

Fashion companies have fallen under the scrutiny of Italy's tax authorities partly due to the fact the sector has performed well during the country's longest recession since World War Two.  The cases rarely come to court, however.  Giorgio Armani paid 270 million euros to tax authorities in early April to settle a dispute over payments from the group's subsidiaries abroad.  Prada Holding, which controls Prada, paid a reported 400-420 million euros to settle taxes in Italy after completing a process of voluntary disclosure in December.

Read more: http://www.forbes.com/sites/kellyphillipserb/2014/04/30/court-uphelds-prison-sentence-for-dolce-gabbana-on-tax-evasion-charges/ 

 

Coachella Fashions!!!

Music is the first thing that comes to mind when referring to Coachella. The only problem is that Coachella is no longer JUST about the music. It has become thee place to be and be seen, for both, the fashion and entertainment world. And it is no longer restricted to the festival grounds. The VIP private parties that span from Palm Springs to Indian Wells have become an extension of the festival. These parties cater to an impressive guest list all of which are decked out in fabulous clothes! 

I just got back from week 1 of Coachella, and I assure you that everything you hear about this festival is just a taste of how amazing this place is!!!! Now I understand why the trends of the summer have become synonymous with Coachella.  Below I have compiled a list of just a few must have looks that everyone was wearing at the festival and at the parties! 

Floral Prints

Go for a modern boho look with flowing floral prints with things like long dresses, kimono 
wraps or shirts.

 Anything Fringe

Anything fringe works!

Hats

Whether the hat is floppy or structured, light or dark, anything works! They are both supper stylish and practical.  

 

Denim Cutoff Shorts

 Denim cut off shorts can be worn with anything!!! But make sure they are not too short, if your butt cheek shows, get another pair. I also hate to be the bearer of bad news, but not everyone can wear this trend!!! 

Hair

Braids, headpieces and scarves. Effortlessly chic!!! It might have taken you forever to style your hair, but it shouldn't look like it. Your hair should not look perfect! It should "look" like you were in saltwater and never washed your hair, hence the term "beach hair" or in this case "desert hair". Feel free to add the embellishments!!!

 

Sunglasses

Sunglasses are key in a desert with the blaring sun beating on you! Circular and cat-eye frames are two of the most popular styles that were worn. Remember, anything goes!! Be daring!

 

 Arm Candy

Layering is key...the more you wear the better it looks. But this isn't restricted to just bracelets; same goes for rings! It's not limited to just one finger. You should stack them and wear mid rings they are key to completing the look!  

Stay fabulous,

Clia 

MEET JENNIFER FISHER

 A Santa Barbara, California native, Jennifer Fisher began her career as a wardrobe stylist working on feature films, television shows and commercials in both New York and Los Angeles. After ten years of dressing and styling in Hollywood, Jennifer met her now-husband, and they settled in New York City, where Jennifer’s company is now based.

The designer specializes in custom designs; each piece can be personalized by shape, font, size, and metal color including either 14K or 18K yellow, rose, and white gold. She also offers pave white and black diamonds to embellish the jewelry, making for a more luxe alternative.
In 2011, Jennifer continued to expand her line with the launch of her brass collection. From large cuffs, statement chain necklaces and earrings to stackable rings and bracelets, the brass collection has garnered a significant following, allowing her to offer her signature jewelry to a growing customer base at an increasingly accessible price point.

These are just a few pieces from her latest fall 2014 RTW collection, which I am obsessed with. I feel like these pieces would look even better layered and incorporated with almost anything. They are totally versatile, which is always a major plus when purchasing any type of jewelry!!

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You can find her collection at Barnys

fash·ion

fash·ion

ˈfaSHən/

noun

noun: fashion; plural noun: fashions

1. 1.

   a popular trend, especially in styles of dress and ornament or manners of behavior.

   "his hair is cut in the latest fashion"

   synonyms:

   vogue, trend, craze, rage, mania, fad; More style, look; tendency, convention, custom, practice; informalthing "the fashion for tight clothes"

   • the production and marketing of new styles of goods, especially clothing and cosmetics.

     "a fashion magazine"

     synonyms:

     clothes, clothing design, couture; More the garment industry; informalthe rag trade "the world of fashion"

2. 2.

   a manner of doing something.

   "the work is done in a rather casual fashion"

   synonyms:

   manner, way, method, mode, style; More system, approach "it needs to be run in a sensible fashion"

verb

verb: fashion; 3rd person present: fashions; past tense: fashioned; past participle: fashioned; gerund or present participle: fashioning

1. 1.

   make into a particular or the required form.

   "the bottles were fashioned from green glass"

   synonyms:

   construct, build, make, manufacture, fabricate, tailor, contrive; More cast, shape, form, mold, sculpt; forge, hew "the model was fashioned from lead"

   • use materials to make into.

     "the skins were fashioned into boots and shoes"