As we shed our woolen coats for flirtatious dresses and sweaters for voluminous tops in the hottest of hues, spring is the perfect moment to transition your wardrobe from cozy knits to modern, fabulous frocks. This week, Rue La La invites you to a special event, the ELLE Modern Designers Boutique, featuring Whitney Port and Brian Reyes — two designers with a fresh take on fashion.

 Whitney Port captures the essence of city chic, while Brian Reyes redefines American glamour. This ELLE Boutique includes a collection of innovative, in-the-now offerings to keep your closet current. Secure your perfect spring looks exclusively on Rue La La on Wednesday, May 12th at 11AM ending Monday, May 17th at 11am.
 

• Whitney Port’s West Coast ease meets her new-found city sophistication. Glam, body-skimming fabrics perfectly adorned with feminine details. Pieces that seamlessly blend the worlds of work and play. Party-perfect dresses, statement pieces in neutral tones that offer a blend of whimsy and architecture and frocks that offer unexpected details mark the stand-out pieces in the collection.

**Remember by celebs gone designer post? Whitney Eve made the cut 🙂

• Brian Reyes Brian Reyes is renowned for his refreshingly innovative womenswear. His work showcases sophistication, femininity and modernity, coupled with novel shapes and extraordinary fabrics and color. His signature ready-to-wear collection appeals to women of all ages.

We’re also inviting Rue La La fans to chat LIVE with ELLE Creative Director and The City Regular, Joe Zee, on our Facebook fan page <http://www.facebook.com/ruelala> , May 12th at 2PM EST. Fans can discuss latest trends and get Joe Zee’s visionary take on fashion including top picks from the upcoming Whitney Port and Brian Reyes ELLE Modern Designer’s Boutique. To chat with Mr. Zee, make sure you fan Rue La La’s Facebook page. 

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Mother’s Day is quickly approaching and what better gift to give than the ultimate indulgence — a personalized spa package?  This week Rue La La is offering the Get Gorgeous Boutique, giving you access to the perfect pampering package to pamper the one you love at an unbelievable value!

Let’s take a closer look into what’s offered this week:

GET GORGEOUS (virtual doors open at 11 am on Wednesday, April 28th)

Advanced Skin Care, (10 West 55th Street, New York, NY): Luxurious as the Spa Experience may be, Advanced SkinCare Day Spa and Laser Center is about much more than pampering with services.  With personalized skin and body care programs that will substantially improve your appearance, including Forever Young Face, Light Therapy Oxygenation and Benefit Peel you will be sure to find exactly what your body is craving for.

Mizu, (505 Park Avenue, New York, NY): Mizu New York’s newly designed salon features relaxing lounging areas, private workstations and a wide selection of nutrient-rich, feel good products for your hair.  Services being offered include a haircut, color, wash & style blending the finest hairstyling with modern architectural aesthetic and function. 

John Barrett Salon, (754 Fifth Avenue, New York, NY): For more than a decade, John Barrett has been the mastermind behind some of the world’s most fashionable women. The salon, located in the penthouse of the famous former Goodman apartment, offers a haircut, half head of highlights, wash & style for the ultimate New York look.  

The Parlour on Third, (8113 W. 3rd Street, Los Angeles, CA): The Parlour on 3rd is a chic hair care oasis in the heart of Los Angeles, located in the fashionable West Third Street / Fairfax district. They offer an exceptional and unique hair salon experience: an elegant décor and chill vibe with a truly hospitable staff committed to ensuring you walk out looking great with healthy and beautiful hair. Whether you’re looking for a cut, color, a new style, or drop-dead gorgeous highlights, you will be rewarded with a “miracle of magic” provided by the one and only Alyson Powell.

Carissima, (2901 N. Clark Street, Chicago, IL): “Carissima translates to “an endeared one.” Lending itself to how they feel toward their clientele as well as professional staff. In conjunction with their name, they strive to maintain that each and every experience throughout their salon leaves you with a feeling of satisfaction and superior service, splashed with a pleasant uniqueness that is consistent and sincere. Services being offered include: Facial, Highlight service and singles process color & haircut.

Sean Patrick Salon & Spa, (1304 S. Halsted, Chicago IL and 7 S. Lagrange Rd., Lagrange, IL): Sean Patrick’s Salon and Spa, where the image becomes real. As a full service salon celebrating its 12th year in business, Sean Patrick’s offers the finest in hair and skincare services and our professional staff is also experienced in Massage Therapy and Make-up application. Services being offered include: Swedish Massage, Spa Manicure & Pedicure and Facial.
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This post is from David James. Follow David on Twitter @jamesda1.

This week on Rue La La jump-start your spring wardrobe and brighten up your closet with vibrant and flirty pieces from Cynthia Rowley and Lela Rose. After you’ve locked in your wares, prepare your skin for the harsh rays of the sun with protective products from MD Skincare.  Rue La La has all of the essentials you need to spring fashionably forward. 

Let’s take a look at what this week’s Boutiques have to offer:

Cynthia Rowley (virtual doors open at 11 am on Tuesday, April 20th):  Cynthia Rowley’s signature flirty colored dresses and tops for the uber-feminine touch to any wardrobe. The Boutique will feature Cynthia’s clothing, purses sunglasses and hosiery!

**I love Cynthia Rowley…don’t miss out on this boutique!

Lela Rose (virtual doors open at 11 am on Friday April 23rd):  Lela Rose brings you high-spirited fashion that will reinvent your wardrobe with stylish dresses including polka dots, feathers and embroidery.  

MD Skincare (virtual doors open at 11 am on Tuesday, April 20th):  Dr. Dennis Gross is the brains behind the breakthrough technologically and advanced facial treatments from MD Skincare.  The line is comprised of carefully formulated products that blend the best ingredients of nature with the proven results science, making dermatologist quality products to your fingertips for half the cost.  MD Skincare has been featured in Vogue, Elle and Harper’s Bazaar.  The Hydra-Pure category of skincare was voted Product of the Year by Women’s Wear Daily Beauty Biz. 

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Looking to revamp your wardrobe and skin care regimen  for spring?  This week, Rue La La‘s virtual Boutiques are stocked with essentials and indulgences from Betsey Johnson, Junior Drake and MD Skincare.

 Betsey Johnson (virtual doors open at 11 am on April 13th):  Betsey Johnson’s eclectic, signature style of over-the-top silhouettes, embellishments, whimsical details, and flower child frocks, have made her a long standing leader of American fashion.  Add a little fun to your wardrobe, with exuberant pieces from Betsey Johnson that will set you apart from the crowd.

Junior Drake (virtual doors open at 11 am on April 14th):  Junior Drake is a handbag line like no other.  Taking its direction and inspiration from Patsy Brown,a.k.a “Junior Drake,” a performer from a dynasty of actors and dancers, the line has been crafted by her grandchildren in the spirit of her legacy; fun, chic, and unique.  Celebrity fans include: Kate Moss, Beyonce’ and Katherine Heigl.  From ultra bright satchels in plush Italian leather, to chic fringed clutches, there is something for everyone.  Each bag is lined with an image of Patsy Brown, to remind every woman, that beauty if on the inside.  Bring out your inner beauty with a Junior Drake bag that reflects your personal style, at exclusive prices.

MD Skincare (virtual doors open at 11 am on April 16th):  Dr. Dennis Gross is the brains behind the breakthrough technologically and advanced facial treatments from MD Skincare.  The line is comprised of carefully formulated products that blend the best ingredients of nature with the proven results science, making dermatologist quality products to your fingertips for half the cost.  MD skin care has been featured in Vogue, Elle and Harper’s Bazaar.  The Hydra-Pure category of skincare was voted Product of the Year by Women’s Wear Daily Beauty Biz.  Prep your skin for summer’s harsh rays with the innovative formulas of MD skincare.

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This post is from guest blogger, David James. Follow him on Twitter @jamesda1