SALE Item of the Week

McQ by Alexander McQueen Slip on Bootie

Made with lambskin leather, these black  ankle booties from MCQ by Alexander McQueen feature a pointed toe, gunmetal studs above the heel and buckles on the front. Despite the 4.5'' heel, these booties are extremely comfortable and have black rubber soles to last all winter! 

Regular Price: $485.00

On Sale For: $290.00 

Item of The Day

Equipment Starry Night Slim Signature Blouse

This print washed-silk blouse features a fold-over collar and an 8-button closure with flap bust pockets and a shirttail hem. This versatile top is a perfect year-round staple. 

Wear it NOW with jeans, oxford flats, and your favorite coat.

Wear it LATER (meaning later tonight) with shorts/skirt, black nylons, and pumps. 

GAVIN Girls Hit New York

The GAVIN Girls are in New York for ENK International Trade Show/Coterie this week!

Musical Style: M.I.A.

Mathangi "Maya" Arulpragasam, better known by her stage name M.I.A. (both a play on her name and the military term- Missing in Action), is a British recording artist, songwriter, painter and director of Sri Lankan Tamil descent. 

Her music combines world music with other elements including electronica, dance, alternative, and hip hop. Although she began her career in 2000 as a visual artist, filmmaker, and designer in London, M.I.A. started recording her own music in 2002. 

Her single, "Paper Planes," reached the top 20 worldwide and #4 on the Bilboard Hot 100, not to mention it was ranked the seventh best-selling song by a British artist in the digital era.
 

In 2005, M.I.A. was artist of the year by Spin and URB and M.I.A. is named as one of the defining artists of the 2000s decade by Rolling Stone Magazine in its "Best of the Decade" list.

Defying existing conventions of the pop music world, M.I.A. incorporates political, social, philosophical, and cultural references into her lyrics. 

NY Times 2-day Photo Shoot through the streets of NYC and Brooklyn

Ryan McGinley for The New York Times

 M.I.A from a spread for NYLON Magazine

M.I.A.'s most recent single, "Bad Girls" comes from her Vicki Leekx mixtape. The song premiered on January 30 of this year. Check out the music video for "Bad Girls," directed by Romain Gavras.

Happy Friday!

Look of The Day

McQ by Alexander McQueen Lace Zip Back Top

Black lace top with round neck, half length sleeves, and exposed back zipper featuring subtle distressing along the edges. With a cropped and somewhat wide style, this top can be worn flirtatiously with only a sexy braw or you may chose to wear a black cam underneath for a more sophisticated look.

Damen + Division Rosette Necklace

This double-strand, statement necklace features pink rosettes that lend a feminine feel to the piece, coupled with a single gold bead and other vintage accents. Inspired by Prada's Spring 2012 runway, it looks great with many of this season's dresses as well as with our blood orange J Brands, McQ Lace top and Rag and Bone Newbury booties as seen in today's Look of the Day. 

JBrand Blood Orange Skinny Jeans

Fitted from hip to ankle and with a slightly higher-rise, the mid-rise skinny jean is your perfect go-to classic. The super-tight fit enables you to slip on boots with no folding or rolling. Having said that, these skinny jeans look equally as chic with heels or flats.

Rag & Bone Classic Newbury Booties

With Italian cow leather on the upper part and a padded French calf leather on the footbed, these Rag & Bone ankle booties feature a brass metal zipper closure down the back and Belgian cow leather sole.

*3 1/2" heel

*4 1/2" shaft

Rebecca Minkoff New Fling Clutch

Structured black leather clutch featuring antiqued gold hardware studs. With a hinged snap closure, lined interior, and patch pocket make this clutch ideal for an evening out. Also comes with optional chain strap. *4"H x 8.5"L x 2.5"D. *22" Strap Drop. 

Look of The Day styled by: Sonia Barrett Esler of Damen + Division Jewelry 

Just In: Damen & Division Statement Jewelry

ABOUT

D+D is a handmade jewelry and accessories line by local Chicago designer, Sonia Barrett. Designed with integrity, Barrett found the perfect medium between handmade jewelry with an artisan-type feel and fashion jewelry that is modern and chic. 

We are really excited to be carrying Damen + Division! Check out the D+D Spring 2012 items now at GAVIN!


D+D Rosette Necklace

This double-strand, statement necklace features pink rosettes that lend a feminine feel to the piece, coupled with a single gold bead and other vintage accents. Inspired by Prada's Spring 2012 runway, it looks great with lots of this seasons dresses as well as our blood orange J Brands, McQ Lace top and Rag and Bone Newbury booties.

D+D Silver Agate Slice Necklace

This eye-catching, statement necklace features large silver agate stones accented by black and gold beads.

D+D Gold Knot Necklace

This double-strand, statement necklace features vintage medallions paired with glass beads and a vintage gold chain.

D+D Navy Star Necklace

This double-strand, statement necklace features YSL-inspired beads with gold star detailing, accented by multicolored beads and a vintage gold chain.

Blinded by Stars

Composed entirely of items from GAVIN, this outfit was featured online at Garmental- "the online community for local shopping and style."

1. Top: Equipment Star Button Down, $248

2. Pants:  J Brand Blood Orange Skinnies , $175

3. Belt: Meg McGuiness Hand Crafted Belt , $228

4. Necklace: MarLa Bronze Cross Pendant , $99

5. Bag: Rebecca Minkoff Savannah Bag , $495

Designer Showcase: Erickson Beamon

Vintage-inspired jewelry line, Erickson Beamon was founded by Karen and Eric Erickson and Vicki Beamon in 1983. Since then, celebrities including Lady Gaga, Sarah Jessica Parker, Gwyneth Paltrow and even Michelle Obama have been known to wear the beautifully original pieces. 

 (photo from gagafashionland.com)

Lady Gaga wearing the "Bette Davis Eyes" Necklace 

 (photo from gagafashionland.com)
Again, Gaga is wearing Erickson Beamon for an CNN interview above. Even the First Lady wears Erickson Beamon! 

(photo from InStyle) 

In a Calvin Klein jersey dress and silk-nylon coat, Michelle Obama topped off her outfit by wearing this Erickson Beamon beaded bib necklace last May.

SALE Item of the Week

Gryphon Sequin Paillette Dress

Regular Price: $530.00

On Sale For: $370.00 

This glamorous item is the ideal party dress! Featuring iridescent purple sequins atop black mesh nylon and fine netting trim, also called a "tulle trim."  

 Because of the sleeveless body and V neckline, this dress can be worn NOW (during winter) with nylon tights, ankle booties, and a warm jacket

or it can be worn LATER, during spring and summer ....

but this time WITHOUT the nylons or warm coat... (obviously, who wears a coat during summer??)

you know what today is....

Happy Valentine's Day! Every day the 14th!

Whether you are in love or just lovin' life....

your friends from GAVIN want to wish you a

with lots of love of course!!

GAVIN Pre-Oscar Buzz: Actor in a Leading Role

 Let us know your picks for this year's Academy Awards and you could win a free gift from GAVIN!!  see bottom for more details

Here are the nominees for Actor in a Leading Role...

Demián Bichir in A Better Life

George Clooney in The Descendants

Jean Dujardin in The Artist

Gary Oldman in Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy

To win a free gift from GAVIN, submit your pick for Actor in a Leading Role by commenting below. Make sure to include your name, email address, a phone number and of course, YOUR PICK. Anyone is welcome to participate but the only requirement is that you must be subscribed to the blog!