Attention to Neck Detail at Erdem
Colorful Collars at DKNY
Marvelously Maroon at Jason Wu
Bold at Pringle Of Scotland
Loving this trend! Pringle Of Scotland maybe my favorite thus far…
Concentrated Collars at Pre-Fall
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Monthly Archives: December 2011
Leathered Goods
The past few seasons, the use of leather seems to have made itself quite comfortable in RTW collections and this Pre-fall 2012 is no exception.
Emporio Armani
Rag & Bone
Rachel Roy
Band of Outsiders
Proenza Schouler
DVF
DKNY
Designers’ ability to take such a severe material and turn into something rather quaint deserves a round of applause in my book!
QUOTE OF THE DAY
“I’ll know the way back if you know the way.”
-Alex Turner, Hiding Tonight
Now to me, that is love in its right place…
Submarine
Submarine, an endearing 2010 film based on the book by Joe Dunthorne and directed by Richard Ayoade. Songs by Alex Turner
Now to me, that is love in its right place…
Special Shout Out…
I’m loving this image of an old book cover designed by Margaret Early.
The publication itself was written by the infamously facetious Dorothy Parker. This here is an image of a sweet poster available at Modcloth.com.
Princess and The Pea
I maybe (somewhat of) a grown adult, but my love and affection for all things fairytale will never grow old. This adorable Princess and The Pea Set is too darn cute to not give a special shout out to! The toy set is complete with a knit plush princess, bed, pea, mattresses, and fairy tale book by Danish brand Maileg. They have tons of cute more stuff to choose from here!
Here are a few other artist’s renditions of the classic…
Illustrated by: Edmund Dulac
okay, this one may not be aimed at children, but still commendable in my opinion
Prada Spring/Summer Ad Campaign
Prada Spring 2012
Prada Spring 2012
Prada Spring 2012
Shot by Steven Meisel, Kati Nescher, Meghan Collison, Natasha Poly, Elise Crombez, Ymre Stiekema and Katryn Kruger are the lucky lasses all dolled up in Prada’s latest campaign.
“The gas station is cast as a central symbol in this post-modern crossroads of new horizons and economic fulfillment, a stage set where fashion, fantasy and the promise of new discoveries collide.” As usual, well done Miuccia.
Street Chic
Ashley Tisdale rocking the iconic French look
Special Shout Out To… MOSCHINO CHEAP AND CHIC!
Ok, so while going over the mini trends popping up for Pre-Fall 2012, one label’s collection proved to be so damn cute, I insist on giving it a special shout out! Moschino Cheap and Chic’s deserves a special round of applause based solely on its absolute preciousness.
Moschino Cheap and Chic
Moschino Cheap and Chic
Moschino Cheap and Chic
Moschino Cheap and Chic
Moschino Cheap and Chic
Moschino Cheap and Chic
Moschino Cheap and Chic
Moschino Cheap and Chic
Moschino Cheap and Chic
I’m seriously dying over the robin’s egg blue leather gloves, not to mention the two tone pink and mustard bodice of that lovely dress. Never have I been so incline to have little animated duckies and forest creatures follow me as I parade around with some serious eyeliner action and ever so charming ensembles.
The label’s of course known for having a bit of since of humor, but they manage to keep it classy and sweet at the same time. The quaint cuteness of this collection has inspired me to dig up some of their greatest hits…
Moschino Cheap and Chic, Fall 2010
Moschino Cheap and Chic, Resort 2010
Moschino Cheap and Chic, Spring 2011
Go For The Gold
Goldmember
To quote the villianous (and hilarious) Goldmember from Austin Powers, “I love gooooooold!” The metallic yellow element, which symbolizes absolute divineness, is certainly not for the faint of heart. Often way over the top and rather gaudy, the precious metal has the ability to take any hum drum object and make it spectacular… Remember little Charlie Bucket from a little film called “Willy Wonka and The Chocolate Factory?”
Charlie with the Golden Ticket!
My favorite band the Arctic Monkeys who are quite in touch with their nolstalgic sides (which is part of why they’re my fave) were so inspired by the film’s brilliance, they were so kind to surprise two lucky fans with hidden “golden tickets” in their vinyl versions of the single “Crying Lightning” from Oxfam record stores back in August of 2009 to attend that summer’s “Reading and Leed’s” Festival. You can read the article at http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/entertainment/8203997.stm
Arctic Monkeys
What could be more magical than a treasured golden ticket to swoon over these lads?
Now for some of my current golden obsessions!
Golden Can Bank available at Fredflare.com
Jonathan Adler's Golden Banana
Este Gold Piggy Bank available at banksbanksbanks.com
Golden Cutipol Cutlery available at shophorne.com
Gold dipped Nike Dunks
These bad boys created back in 2007 hold the high price of $4,500. It is unknown if a pair was ever purchased, but damn are they sweet kicks.
Hugging Salt and Pepper Shakers
For the price of just ten bucks this adorable salt and pepper shaker set can be yours. I bought mine from the artist in Union Square; he’s there at least a few days a week.
Jarlath Melett Florentine Wine Glass in Gold
Porcelain Gold Finch by Shan Valla
CALL TO ARMS!
The combo of midi skirts and gloves has made its way to the forefront for Pre-fall 2012. Weather pencil skirt, a simple shift dress, or a classic coat, the proportion has paired up with the timeless accessory that keeps your paws warm and the outcome is as prim and proper as ever.
Jason Wu
J. Mendal
Burberry Prorsum
Reed Krakoff
Temperley London
