Tuesday, December 9, 2008
Recession Special
Sales Sales Sales! And it’s not just your ordinary holiday specials. The recession is causing everyone to panic and mark down their prices at a ridiculous rate! Everything at Miu Miu is 50% off at Bergdorf’s, Marc Jacobs soho is 70% (everything!), and Marc by Marc is 40% off at Bloomingdales!
Tuesday, December 2, 2008
Shine on me
Everybody should know what it feels like to have a love-hate relationship (boyfriends, fattening deserts, Lindsay Lohan) You love them one day, can't stand them the next....
That's how my bond with sequins are. There are times when I see a tacky sequined number sold in one of those shops on Christopher st that make me wonder "WHY!?"
Mabye it's because the holidays are rolling around, or because Kate Moss' new Christmas collection at TOPSHOP is filled with it, but I am starting to love sequins. It really can look fabulous when worn with the right ensemble, and the right occasion. Here's the look at every price point.
Hervé Léger Sequin bandage dress
$2,800 @ www.net-a-porter.com
Christian Louboutin Decollete paillette pumps
$925 @ www.net-a-porter.com
3.1 Phillip Lim Racerback Sequin Tank
$395.00 @ 3.1 Phillip Lim Soho (212) 334-1160
Maison Martin Margiela Sequin and Leather Belt
$375.00 @ www.eluxury.com
Forever 21 Sequined Mini
$17.80 @ Forever 21
That's how my bond with sequins are. There are times when I see a tacky sequined number sold in one of those shops on Christopher st that make me wonder "WHY!?"
Mabye it's because the holidays are rolling around, or because Kate Moss' new Christmas collection at TOPSHOP is filled with it, but I am starting to love sequins. It really can look fabulous when worn with the right ensemble, and the right occasion. Here's the look at every price point.
Hervé Léger Sequin bandage dress
$2,800 @ www.net-a-porter.com
Christian Louboutin Decollete paillette pumps
$925 @ www.net-a-porter.com
3.1 Phillip Lim Racerback Sequin Tank
$395.00 @ 3.1 Phillip Lim Soho (212) 334-1160
Maison Martin Margiela Sequin and Leather Belt
$375.00 @ www.eluxury.com
Forever 21 Sequined Mini
$17.80 @ Forever 21
Monday, November 24, 2008
Where'd you get those?.............Target
Proenza Schouler, Richard Chai, Behnaz Sarafpour, Jonathon Saunders...
What do all these high-end designers have in common?
Yes. That is the logo for the famous mass market store TARGET where you probably go to pick up your laundry detergent and toilet paper. It's been everywhere on the news: High-end name colloborates with mass chain. (Kate Moss x Top Shop, Comme Des Garcon x H&M, Lela Rose x Payless) And Target is on top of this new trend by snatching fresh and wanted designers.
On Deck is Thakoon for Target which will be released on Christmas Day. Now the majority of America can afford to dress like Michelle Obama and Michelle Williams who are both fans of this designer.
Michelle Obama in Thakoon Dress
Thakoon for Target
What is more exciting than being able to purchase Thakoon's gorgeous floral print collection at target for a price range of $20-$70??
Alexander McQueen at target. He is named the next designer for Target after Thakoon's collection.
I'm loving this new era of being able to buy designers worthy of couture at a price that even your stingy grandma will approve of. All I have to say is keep them coming, this is the true meaning of style for a good price.
What do all these high-end designers have in common?
Yes. That is the logo for the famous mass market store TARGET where you probably go to pick up your laundry detergent and toilet paper. It's been everywhere on the news: High-end name colloborates with mass chain. (Kate Moss x Top Shop, Comme Des Garcon x H&M, Lela Rose x Payless) And Target is on top of this new trend by snatching fresh and wanted designers.
On Deck is Thakoon for Target which will be released on Christmas Day. Now the majority of America can afford to dress like Michelle Obama and Michelle Williams who are both fans of this designer.
Michelle Obama in Thakoon Dress
Thakoon for Target
What is more exciting than being able to purchase Thakoon's gorgeous floral print collection at target for a price range of $20-$70??
Alexander McQueen at target. He is named the next designer for Target after Thakoon's collection.
I'm loving this new era of being able to buy designers worthy of couture at a price that even your stingy grandma will approve of. All I have to say is keep them coming, this is the true meaning of style for a good price.
Wednesday, November 19, 2008
And the winner is....
10/22/08 I quoted, "Alexander more than deserves this award. It was love at first collection for me and him. His androgyny chic, with a edgy rock n roll style is flying off the racks. The best of luck to him."
And sure enough the winner of the CFDA fashion fund award went to him last night. $200,000 plus a year of mentoring will be given to him.
The runner-ups: Vena Cava and Albertus Swanepoel of Albertus Quartus, receiving $50,000.
Alexander with Alic Dellal at the announcement of his winning
Mini-profile on Alexander Wang:
Born in San Francisco, California Alexander moved to New York City to attend Parsons School of Design at the age of 18. He has a parade of impressive internships: Derek Lam, Marc Jacobs, Vogue, and Teen Vogue. By 2007, Alexander launched his own women's ready-to-wear collection that was an instant hit and was sold in over 150 boutiques nationwide.
This 24 year old now lives in the lower east side, gaining inspiration from cool-chic girls such as Erin Wasson (who styled some of his shows) and Alice Dellal. His clean, classic and luxurious silhouettes that is mixed with urban streets is the epitome of true fashion. "A tee shirt and jeans can be just as sexy and stylish as an evening gown." Alexander claims. The contrast of these two words (high fashion with street) is what modern fashion is all about today.
And sure enough the winner of the CFDA fashion fund award went to him last night. $200,000 plus a year of mentoring will be given to him.
The runner-ups: Vena Cava and Albertus Swanepoel of Albertus Quartus, receiving $50,000.
Alexander with Alic Dellal at the announcement of his winning
Mini-profile on Alexander Wang:
Born in San Francisco, California Alexander moved to New York City to attend Parsons School of Design at the age of 18. He has a parade of impressive internships: Derek Lam, Marc Jacobs, Vogue, and Teen Vogue. By 2007, Alexander launched his own women's ready-to-wear collection that was an instant hit and was sold in over 150 boutiques nationwide.
This 24 year old now lives in the lower east side, gaining inspiration from cool-chic girls such as Erin Wasson (who styled some of his shows) and Alice Dellal. His clean, classic and luxurious silhouettes that is mixed with urban streets is the epitome of true fashion. "A tee shirt and jeans can be just as sexy and stylish as an evening gown." Alexander claims. The contrast of these two words (high fashion with street) is what modern fashion is all about today.
Friday, November 7, 2008
Chanel Mobile Art
After waiting exactly 3 hours and 17 minutes outside on a cold and cloudy day with my best friend Anna, I finally got to experience the CHANEL MOBILE ART SHOW!!
The circular shaped mobile was an art piece itself. It had a modern feel with its snow white exterior. Upon entering inside, we immediately hit the coat check where all bag and coats were required to be checked in. It was quiet and a little mysterious even from the beginning where I had to sit on a bench where a line of about 4 or 5 other viewers were waiting.
A slim worker wearing all black with a simple Chanel logo on her shirt placed a set of headphones on me, and instructed in a whisper "Wait until she says go."
"Until who says go?" I thought to myself.
And then, over the headphones I heard a soft, subtle, and slightly eerie voice whisper to me that sent chills down my spine. I listened intensively, and slowly walked left like the voice ordered as if I was hypnotized.
There was one art piece that was the most memorable in my mind. The voice instructed me to lean against the wall on my right inside a dark hallway. I found my eyes automatically set on the art piece adjacent to the wall I was resting on. It was a strip of gray and pebbled ground, with puddles of what seemed to be fresh rain that was still dripping from the sky. In the reflection of the miniature ponds was the mirror image of a old fashion French apartment building. I could even hear the sounds from the scene: people knocking the doors, cleaners humming while hanging up laundry, couples arguing. The only interruption of the scenes were the ripples caused by the dripping rain from the imaginary sky.
At the end was a life-size plum Chanel purse, with the gold chained handles sprawled, giving the impression that the owner was in a hurry and tossed in on the floor. Inside were two flat screen TVs showing a scene from a movie (that I didn't recognize). The whole time, the eerie voice guided me and I almost feel like I grew a bond with this mysterious lady.
This show inspired by the Chanel 2.55 bag was one of those experiences that intrigued my brain, and made me think deeply about art,fashion and culture. The 3 hour and 17 minute was well worth the wait!
The circular shaped mobile was an art piece itself. It had a modern feel with its snow white exterior. Upon entering inside, we immediately hit the coat check where all bag and coats were required to be checked in. It was quiet and a little mysterious even from the beginning where I had to sit on a bench where a line of about 4 or 5 other viewers were waiting.
A slim worker wearing all black with a simple Chanel logo on her shirt placed a set of headphones on me, and instructed in a whisper "Wait until she says go."
"Until who says go?" I thought to myself.
And then, over the headphones I heard a soft, subtle, and slightly eerie voice whisper to me that sent chills down my spine. I listened intensively, and slowly walked left like the voice ordered as if I was hypnotized.
There was one art piece that was the most memorable in my mind. The voice instructed me to lean against the wall on my right inside a dark hallway. I found my eyes automatically set on the art piece adjacent to the wall I was resting on. It was a strip of gray and pebbled ground, with puddles of what seemed to be fresh rain that was still dripping from the sky. In the reflection of the miniature ponds was the mirror image of a old fashion French apartment building. I could even hear the sounds from the scene: people knocking the doors, cleaners humming while hanging up laundry, couples arguing. The only interruption of the scenes were the ripples caused by the dripping rain from the imaginary sky.
At the end was a life-size plum Chanel purse, with the gold chained handles sprawled, giving the impression that the owner was in a hurry and tossed in on the floor. Inside were two flat screen TVs showing a scene from a movie (that I didn't recognize). The whole time, the eerie voice guided me and I almost feel like I grew a bond with this mysterious lady.
This show inspired by the Chanel 2.55 bag was one of those experiences that intrigued my brain, and made me think deeply about art,fashion and culture. The 3 hour and 17 minute was well worth the wait!
Wednesday, November 5, 2008
Shopping hot spot
Obama. Obama. Obama.
It's time for change:
And for those of you who are looking for a change in wardrobe or just want some advice in a great place to go shopping, let me give you one word: SOHO
In Portland my favorite place was Hawthorne, which is a street full of vintage shops and cute boutqiues that offers one-of-a-kind pieces. When I traveled to South Korea, Dongdameun shopping center was a great spot with cheap finds, and the experience was fun to due to all the bargaining. But when it comes to mixing and matching, Soho in New York City takes the cake for the best spot.
On Broadway, they offer the mass marketed stores that carry the cheap finds that can be mixed in with the high-end designers. Stores like H&M, Forever 21, Old Navy line Broadway, and the very much anticipated Top Shop is to open this fall. Although the streets tend to crowd, especially during weekends and holidays, the cheap thrills will totally be worth it.
Now to spice up the wardrobe just walk west of Broadway and you will hit all the higher end stores. To find that “It Bag” of the season take a stop by Louis Vuitton, Prada, or Chanel which are all beautifully decorated flagships. But if you are looking for great service, make sure you dress to impress because sales associate tend to ignore people who give the impression that they can’t afford high-end.
To buy the other key points of your wardrobe contemporary designers such as 3.1 Phillip Lim, Anna Sui, and Diesel offer a great selection. For vintage lovers What goes around Comes around on West Broadway has unique finds. And if you want a retailer that carries various brands go to Barneys Co-op, Intermix, or Scoop NYC.
It's time for change:
And for those of you who are looking for a change in wardrobe or just want some advice in a great place to go shopping, let me give you one word: SOHO
In Portland my favorite place was Hawthorne, which is a street full of vintage shops and cute boutqiues that offers one-of-a-kind pieces. When I traveled to South Korea, Dongdameun shopping center was a great spot with cheap finds, and the experience was fun to due to all the bargaining. But when it comes to mixing and matching, Soho in New York City takes the cake for the best spot.
On Broadway, they offer the mass marketed stores that carry the cheap finds that can be mixed in with the high-end designers. Stores like H&M, Forever 21, Old Navy line Broadway, and the very much anticipated Top Shop is to open this fall. Although the streets tend to crowd, especially during weekends and holidays, the cheap thrills will totally be worth it.
Now to spice up the wardrobe just walk west of Broadway and you will hit all the higher end stores. To find that “It Bag” of the season take a stop by Louis Vuitton, Prada, or Chanel which are all beautifully decorated flagships. But if you are looking for great service, make sure you dress to impress because sales associate tend to ignore people who give the impression that they can’t afford high-end.
To buy the other key points of your wardrobe contemporary designers such as 3.1 Phillip Lim, Anna Sui, and Diesel offer a great selection. For vintage lovers What goes around Comes around on West Broadway has unique finds. And if you want a retailer that carries various brands go to Barneys Co-op, Intermix, or Scoop NYC.
Wednesday, October 22, 2008
It's that time of the year again
A couple postings ago I talked about how new American designers were on the rise all thanks to the CFDA/Vogue fashion fund. It's that time of the year again, and the top 10 contestants were featured in the recent VOGUE.
Alejandro Ingelmo, Obedient Sons, Jasun Wu, Irene Neuwirth, Vena Cava, Juan Carlos Obando, Albertus Swanepoel, John Patrick, Richard Chai, and ALEXANDER WANG!!!!
Nov 08 VOGUE: Alexander Wang with Caroline Trentini in a dress by him.
Alexander more than deserves this award. It was love at first collection for me and him. His androgyny chic, with a edgy rock n roll style is flying off the racks. The best of luck to him.
Alexander Wang Fall R-T-W 08
Alejandro Ingelmo, Obedient Sons, Jasun Wu, Irene Neuwirth, Vena Cava, Juan Carlos Obando, Albertus Swanepoel, John Patrick, Richard Chai, and ALEXANDER WANG!!!!
Nov 08 VOGUE: Alexander Wang with Caroline Trentini in a dress by him.
Alexander more than deserves this award. It was love at first collection for me and him. His androgyny chic, with a edgy rock n roll style is flying off the racks. The best of luck to him.
Alexander Wang Fall R-T-W 08
Thursday, October 16, 2008
FALLing for you
Fall is around the corner, and you know what that means? Scarves, beautiful coats, dark and rich colors, and my favorite...
BOOTS BOOTS BOOTS!!
My current obsession? Ankle boots/Booties. I've been scanning stores, online shops, magazines, etc. And the looks I'm falling in love with his boots with hardware especially buckles and zippers. Here are my favorite picks from every price point.
Marc by Marc Jacobs 3-buckle biker boots
$955 @ Barney’s Co-op
CNC Costume National Black Leather Studded Tall Ankle Boot in Black
$745 @ RevolveClothing.com
Jump Women's Saturn Bootie
$99.95 @ endless.com
Charlotte Russe Zipper Booties
$26.99 @ Charlotte Russe
BOOTS BOOTS BOOTS!!
My current obsession? Ankle boots/Booties. I've been scanning stores, online shops, magazines, etc. And the looks I'm falling in love with his boots with hardware especially buckles and zippers. Here are my favorite picks from every price point.
Marc by Marc Jacobs 3-buckle biker boots
$955 @ Barney’s Co-op
CNC Costume National Black Leather Studded Tall Ankle Boot in Black
$745 @ RevolveClothing.com
Jump Women's Saturn Bootie
$99.95 @ endless.com
Charlotte Russe Zipper Booties
$26.99 @ Charlotte Russe
Wednesday, February 20, 2008
Obama for Democratic candidate. And Proenza Schouler for God
Yes yes....I am glad to see that Obama is kicking some Clinton ass. The string of losses is getting her into panic mode. which is quiet amusing to see her scrambling with her campaign advisors in last attempts to win the remaining states.
anyways.......now onto more important things...like Proenza Schouler fall 2008.
Wow. I think the main element that made me fall in love was the colors. Just look and stare at the purple blouse. Can a color get any more intriguing? The collection is simple and i hate to say the word "chic" but it is. Very Jack-and-lazaro-esque. can't get enough of it. probably won't be able to afford it....that's why they are like God. They create beautiful things, yet they are so unattainable.
anyways.......now onto more important things...like Proenza Schouler fall 2008.
Wow. I think the main element that made me fall in love was the colors. Just look and stare at the purple blouse. Can a color get any more intriguing? The collection is simple and i hate to say the word "chic" but it is. Very Jack-and-lazaro-esque. can't get enough of it. probably won't be able to afford it....that's why they are like God. They create beautiful things, yet they are so unattainable.
Friday, February 1, 2008
Roberto who??
Ever since the CFDA Vogue Fashion Fund started in 2004, fresh designers have been getting increasingly into the spotlight. When did Proenza Schouler start their line? 2002....and just this past year tied with legendary Oscar da le Renta for womenswear designer of the year.
Vogue's current issue does a story with Kate Boseworth and "the hottest" designers....is it coincidence that every single name was at one point a nominee or the winner of the CFDA fund? Or is just that people are starting to appreciate new and innovating designs over premium names such as Gucci, Dolce and Gabbana, etc.
Thakoon - First collection: 2004
3.1 Phillip Lim (my favorites)- First collection: 2005
Proenza Schouler (my favorites)- First collection: 2002
Rag & Bone - First collection: 2001
Vogue's current issue does a story with Kate Boseworth and "the hottest" designers....is it coincidence that every single name was at one point a nominee or the winner of the CFDA fund? Or is just that people are starting to appreciate new and innovating designs over premium names such as Gucci, Dolce and Gabbana, etc.
Thakoon - First collection: 2004
3.1 Phillip Lim (my favorites)- First collection: 2005
Proenza Schouler (my favorites)- First collection: 2002
Rag & Bone - First collection: 2001
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