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McQ it's true

2009-02-01T18:34:00.000-08:00

Just two more days til British Designer Alexander McQueen debuts his line at Target! Any designer willing to offer looks for less deserves major love. Though hopefully this one won't sell out like crazy like proenza's line.

Line hits stores March 4 through April 11.
Video is slightly creepy, but the clothes make up for it.

And just because i lovee mcQ's, Steve McQueen:

2009-01-11T17:19:00.001-08:00

After seeing "The curious case of Benjamin Button," I just had to find more about Brad Pitt's outfits, he had some really beautiful clothes. Just who is the wardrobe director?

A nicely deliberate allusion to old hollywood. It always seems that back in those days women had more allure and men were classier, especially these men;

ahhhhh Gregory Peck <3 <3

Can't Stop Looking

2008-07-25T19:32:00.000-07:00

Manish Arora has just become one of my favorite designers.
His designs are so visually striking and his attention to detail so incredible, it seems impossible not to admire him.
Seen here are two designs from his 07/08-F/W collection.

The swirling gold feathering and the intensely beaded top make for one eye catching entity. Plus I love cape jackets, or any other kind of cape actually.
He was a part of the first New Dehli Fashion Week. He also showed during London Fashion Week 2005. He even collabed with Reebok in 07.

His latest collection, shown during Paris Fashion Week, has been just as intriguing.

Winged Armor

psshh who needs Love when you got Slimane?

2008-07-24T10:22:00.000-07:00

OK so is it weird that the only reason I even want to look at this boo>is because Hedi Slimane is a part of it? I could really care less about Courtney Love.,
Working with Visionaire and V magazine, Hedi Slimane takes black and white portrait shots of Love. I'm not sure why though...

But perhaps she has some odd allure to her that every one can pick up on, and to which I have yet to discover. Maybe by looing at this book, I'll gain a new perspective on this woman.

Or maybe not, and for $80 I can't afford to take that chance.

Cage Fighter Time!

2008-07-23T10:37:00.000-07:00

First brought to my attention by SusieBubble, looking so cute with her interpretation, "Body Cages" have been spotted on both couture and pret-a-porter runways.
For Berlin Fashion week, Karstadt New Generation Award provided spectators with a looser, much softer version similar to Jean Paul Gaultier "Body Cage." Between the two I say I can't decide which I like more. JPG's has a defined silhouette which I quite like, but the one from KNGA looks so comfortable. Plus to have the body cage at all provides structure, so is JPG's too strict?

KNGA

J.P. Gaultier

Now I can look like a cage fighter wherever I go.

Anyway, so far I've been more into the menswear at Berlin Fashion Week then the womenswear, especially Michalsky's. Or maybe thats just because the cute models are confusing my judgement.

Looking over Berlin

2008-07-21T19:02:00.001-07:00

"Berlin is the world center of the arts."

A concert pianist once told me that.

I have yet to fully mull over Berlin Fashion Week 2008/2009, but I have to say I was a bit disappointed. There was alot of streetwear when I was really hankering for some concept designs. It felt like a repeat of trends already seen. Many of the designs were fun and bright, perfect for summer. But I don't know if they reflected the musician's high praise. I feel like there must be this vast array of talent that didn't have a chance to be seen. Surely there are designers that weren't a part of the "Mercedes Fashion Week" that did not get to have the same coverage.
Who knows, maybe they were as tired of the sponsors as I was.
I hate how there was an "Olympus" Fashion Week, and and "Mercedes" one. But I guess if this allows for the shows and the hardwork to be seen, I guess its worth it...

Sorry about the rant :P

Berlin Prints

2008-07-21T08:37:00.000-07:00

Berlin Fashion week continued, with C. Neeon showing off the geometric print.

I think its a cool trend, following the whole 80's route. But I am wary of the extremes, which is where all trends go before they die. In truth the geo print is groovy, but I prefer it to be paired down a bit; partly because they tend to make me zone out.

Me by the end of Fall/Winter

Channeling Jones

2008-07-20T12:41:00.000-07:00

Human Accesories

2008-07-18T16:18:00.000-07:00

I've always been an admirer of Menswear, with the impeccable tailoring and the structured lines that are a part of it. Seeing menswear paired with lady in a great dress just seals the deal, i.e. fashion partner in crime as SusieBubble would say.
I've always thought it was interesting how menswear and womenswear borrow from each other (think Hedi Slimane). Plus, seeing the "adventurous" together with the classic, coming together in one seamless duo, always gives me a sigh of deep satisfaction.

Er but sometimes it can get a bit much, lol.

Starry Surprise

2008-07-17T10:38:00.002-07:00

I was so surprised to find an adult onsesie, complete with snaps at the crotch. Though I imagine that would get uncomfortable... But it such a cute design with the nice yellow against black contrast, (besides the snaps) whats not to love.

So I began exploring the http://store.starsandinfinitedarkness.com/index.html website, and i also found this adorable piece. This Lochness looks just like the real deal, look its got its great big teeth too :D

Labeled as a place for indie designers/ "emerging artists," the site offers men's, children's, as well as women's wear and its etc. section stocks some adorable things. But in truth, the clothes are pretty standard, I had looking forward to some concept pieces.

Summer Cruising

2008-07-14T09:55:00.000-07:00

Summertime is synonymous with
bicycle rides in the sun. Question is...

Which bike:

P.S. The cool kids are my heroes.

GZ is fishy

2008-07-13T18:52:00.000-07:00

But in a good way. I love seeing unexpected things on shoes. The fish skeleton gives a severe look to the this Giuseppe Zanotti shoe, giving it a cool juxtaposition against the bling.

And lately, I've been having an interest in all things fish and nautical. Maybe its because I've been swimming everyday or maybe its because fish are underrepresented in fashion.
Someday they'll get their time in the sun! But hopefully for not too long...

Yummy Jewelry

2008-01-21T17:02:00.000-08:00

I'm all for the bling, but I tend to shy away from diamonds or gold, which leaves me with food :)

Trendy v Trashy

2007-12-31T15:48:00.000-08:00

We've all succumbed to these shops at one point. You know, those stores that have overly trendy,cheaply made, unoriginal clothes without any hint of imagination.
Ok that was a bit harsh, but usually i only go into the stores for basic things like a wifebeater or cami. Still, sometimes you can be surprised-

the gradient is a great detail:

And these just because I like straps:

None of these shoes scream luxe or class, but they do show that this gojane place, and others like it do deserve some credit...

BUT then I see the "formal" dress and its back to square one...

Ridiculously cute

2007-12-29T12:35:00.000-08:00

Looking around for a hoodie, i stumbled across this adorable onesie from http://shop.tokidoki.it/product.asp?ProdID=6879&CtgID=312

the site is pretty cool, with its anime characters and bright colors, but its not really me. This onesie, however, makes me it was.