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Babes, Fashion
Madonna/Vanity Fair Italy
Vanity Fair Italy is showcasing Madonna’s new Dolce & Gabanna S/S 2010 ad campaign, and let me tell you, it’s not so bad. I was never a huge fan of D&G, but these shots by Steven Klein are killing it compared to the Madge’s overdone Louis Vuitton ads. Bravo!
photos via swide
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Fashion, Sweet Deal
Save a Buck, Buy a Beer: Patchwork Leggings
11.26.09 | Permalink | 2 Comments
I’ve been pinning over these Brian Lichtenberg patchwork leggings for awhile now, but couldn’t bring myself to spend $248 for the see-through beauties. My boredom brought me to forever21.com tonight, where I found these look-a-likes for $19! You might as well buy two pairs for that price, because you know you’ll rip them after a long night out on the town.
left, brian lichtenberg at alexandchloe.com, $248
right, forever21 mistmatch leggings, $19
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Fashion
Thunder from Down Under
Australia’s own Illex Kinni has managed to shimmy it’s way out from down under and into the hearts of many adoring US fans. Having already been written up on Urban Outfitters by Jen of Gnarlitude fame, the boots are selling out left and right at the few lucky US shops to have picked them up.
Drilling their Fall line down to four solid basics, (two styles for men and two for women), Illex Kinni has managed to perfect this seasons coveted boots. My personal favorite is the women’s “Dancer” bootie (top left) which combines the perfect 4″ wedge with supple black leather and a side lace-up tie. If you’re in the field for a fantastic ankle boot, the “Collective” (bottom right) offers a perfect stacked heel with front and back buckles to keep your feet fancy for the upcoming snowy season.
All in all, Illex Kinni’s Casey Egan and Jillian Shannon have a definite hit with their collection from this season. With all the attention they’ve been receiving, it should make for an excellent Spring/Summer line that I’m sure you’ll see in boutiques from NY to LA and beyond!
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Eating, Fashion, Interweb, Shopping
cold air and fall leaves on the ground
I was in San Diego this past weekend and kind of blown away by the fact that it was so cold (for Southern California). There were actually burnt orange leaves falling from trees and I couldn’t help but reminisce about fall in Boston and how much I miss that damn place sometimes. The best revelation I had during the trip was that I could run home and burst out my best knitwear in preparation for the “cold weather front” Los Angeles has on it’s way. Lucky for Barney’s, I also had a gift card that was burning a hole in my pocket so I had to check out some winter essentials.
Whoops. Surface to Air reversible merino wool tunic. It’s so damn soft that I haven’t been able to take it off (fell asleep in it after dinner tonight actually). This thing is going to be my staple outfit for the rest of the winter and I can’t say I mind! I also bought some new denim because I CANNOT wear black leggings everyday anymore. I just can’t. I picked up a pair of Rag & Bone’s and a pair of Genetic’s, which feels like wearing a pair of leggings, so how could I go wrong?? Love you, Barney’s. Always have, always will (thanks mandrews).
Oak NYC was also calling. I swear I browse their site daily and drool over pretty much everything. How good has the art direction gone on that site? I better stay away next time I’m in NY or it’s going to be Opening Ceremony all over again. I purchased these Jeffrey Campbell boots for my trek back east next month. I am dying for them to arrive. And for $174, how can you go wrong? I’ve paid more for a pair of Jordan’s in my old streetwear phase. Speaking of, anyone want to buy some Nike’s?
Ok, it’s late and I have training in the morning. I ate Constanze’s homemade macaroni and cheese for dinner tonight. I’m sure that helped…yay!
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Fashion
another casuality of the bad economy
Mike & Chris designers Mike Gonzalez and Christine Park
Word out on the street is that Los Angeles based leather designer Mike & Chris have folded in this shaky economy. Although the biannual sample sale happened in Los Angeles a few weeks back, the first ever NYC sale was canceled the day of. Chatter in the fashion world began that the company was done for. I have attempted through my contacts to verify, but it seems no one has the exact word yet.
I started researching Mike & Chris after I stumbled upon and purchased their first leather jacket to ever come out (the Dylan). Years later, I somehow had the chance to interact with the famed husband and wife duo at their annual Christmas party in Santa Monica. All the employees there seemed to be well cared for and appreciated. I had high hopes for this brand, especially after I saw them expanding their line to include various fabrics and accessories. Unfortunately, it seems like the two will be falling from the vendor lists next year. No matter what happens, I hope they can pull it together in the near future.
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Fashion, Shopping
Paris Buffalo
Hipsters from Dumbo to Dubai will be sporting buffalo check shirts (pbr in hand) this fall. The question is, how might one seperate him or her self from the slim fitting, darted shoulders masses? The answer: Surface to Air. Besides directing music videos, and installing art all over the world, Surface to Air Paris just released, what I consider, their “breakthrough” collection. Featuring leather jacket collaborations with the electro-super-duo, Justice, as well as tons of smart cut basics – the collection deservers a serious scoping. I call dibs on the shirt above, keep an eye out Allston.
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Fashion, Shopping
Target & Rogan Team Up
Usually one to wince at the Target GO! collaborations, it seems we may all be pleasantly surprised by Rogan Gregory’s newest unveiling. Already the talk of a couple fashion blogs and inevitably hearing some of my stylist go-to confidantes whispering about the line’s street release date (though they always have first dibs anyways), I am lead to believe Rogan may actually be on to something. Unlike his predecessors who attempted cheaper versions of their high end creations and ended up with hideous polyester concoctions, Rogan seems to be embracing price point and budget and fathering items that are both casual and innovative. By the looks of things, I’m sure with my return to NY I’ll see many the cookie cutter soho-lite clad in these items, but I especially look forward to seeing each girl’s take on the animal print pieces.
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Fashion, Shopping
Melrose vs. Lorinda, Round 1
For the first time in a long while, I went shopping. Surprising, I know. I decided to stroll down the vast wasteland also known as Melrose Ave. in Los Angeles. Not typically a fan of this supposed “urban and designer fashion mecca”, I expected to get angry and leave within the first fifteen minutes I was there. Lucky for me, Melrose always has a few surprises in store.
For those who has never had the chance to experience Melrose Ave., here is a brief description. Imagine the worst mall you have ever been to in your life, except it’s outdoors and reeks of piss instead of chinese food. The streets are littered with preteens in heavy mascara, cougars with their fluorescent thongs hanging out, overly orange tanned eurotrash, and worst of all, people pretending they’re overtly important. The stores favor this clientele, with what seems like endless replicas of the same silkscreened linen oxfords and jeans, and slinky polyester Rave-esque dresses in every window front. Granted, once you reach West Hollywood you hit more designer boutiques(ie, Marc Jacobs, Maxfield, Fred Segal), I still grimace when I know I have to venture Melrose instead of Newbury Street in Boston.
As much as I like to knock this street, there are definitely a few places I consider favorite shopping destinations.
Slow Boutique, 7474 Melrose Ave: I probably would have never set foot in this place except when a friend pulled me in on day. This store is a cross between a mismatched vintage free for all and a little Japanese dress store in SoHo. There is a brand called Pinko that honestly makes some of the cutest flowly cotton dresses and ruffled shirts I have ever seen. The price is right at $35-$95, with 10 times better quality than Forever 21.
Creatures of Comfort, 7971 Melrose Ave: Although the customer service is TERRIBLE and you are lucky if you can even get a “hello” out of the sales associate, I can’t help but stake out this boutique for up and coming designers. The design of the store is minimal, but easily shopable. They carry Society for Rational Dress, A.P.C., United Bamboo, Grey Ant, and f-troupe. I was especially fond of the Rachel Comey summer pieces they had in, but ended up taking home a fresh new pair of Repetto suede and patent leather oxfords!
Wasteland, 7428 Melrose Ave: Every time I feel a little broke, I fill a bag full of clothing of Christmas past and sell it at Wasteland. Once in awhile I will walk away with a a prized designer piece from last season, like my coveted Jil Sander 3 button black blazer. As you can tell, they buy and resell vintage, designer, and just plain cool clothes. A definite stop on any LA tourists shopping list.
American Rag, 150 S La Brea Ave: Okay, okay, I know this isn’t on Melrose but it’s close to the Melrose and La Brea intersection, and is in my top 5 favorite shops in Los Angeles. The vintage section is pretty fantastic, though I am not the biggest vintage enthusiast out there. The rest of the warehouse-like store is filled with the seasons best pieces for men and women from some of the most interesting designers out right now. For women, there’s Rag & Bone, Vanessa Bruno, Helmut Lang, and Clu. For the gents, there’s Acne, Comme des Garcon, Fillipa K, and Nom de Guerre. The shoes and accessories are out of this world, and I only wish I could raise my credit line to be soaked in these jewels and leather. Don’t forget the denim bar, which will also make your mouth water.
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Art, Design, Fashion, Shopping
Barneys / Rag & Bone Summer ‘08
Rag & Bone has teamed up with Barneys to create a tasteful online flipbook for their new Summer collection. Filled with perfectly tailored sportswear and dresses, this is a fantastic way to showcase their classic line to any consumer. If you are in the market for any timeless black and white pieces, this is designer to go with for all seasons.
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