7.27.2010

my own

We all have that bag we carry everywhere, it may be vintage or from Barney's, but either way we love it to death. It carries the perfect amount and compliments any outfit you choose, this is mine.
I bought this bag last summer at Gamma Player and have been throwing it over my shoulder ever since, whether to run around town or to go to dinner. I love it because it reminds me of the PS1 bag, but is allot smaller and less of a hassle. Every person should have a piece like this in their closet, something high quality, that they love, and will last wear after wear.


7.25.2010

fluorescent

Miu Miu fall/winter 2010/2011


7.22.2010

soft

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just what she wanted


'Make me wanna die' by the Pretty Reckless.
Lead singer is 17 year-old actress Taylor Momsen, whose recent provocative behavior has caused major contoversy, and through her bad girl image and feisty interviews one could only guess that's exactly what she wanted.
The girl swears more then Mel Gibson and her look resembles Courtney Love twenty years ago, but either way, I kindof dig it. Even with a mouth like that, she was recently named the face of John Galliano's new perfume. Guess her style is too good to pass up.




7.20.2010

Please RSVP

Store: RSVP Gallery, 1753 North Damen
Vibe: Cool underground gallery, stocked with stylish items, exquisitely curated like an art exhibition. Pieces stand vibrantly in the minimalist space lit by fluorescent green lights. The cool hipster kids will assist you with your questions or comments.
Merchandise: Rare collectibles and casual pieces pave the way to a modern store where one can buy a t-shirt or a vintage bottle of rose.
Hot Items: Quirky t-shirts of all kinds, sunglasses to reminisce the 80's, Kanye neon sneakers, Comme des Garcons wallets, pop art jewelry, collectable Chanel tattoos, little Japanese toys and pillows.
Soundtrack: think 'Flashing Lights' by Kanye West.
Why I love it: The store is completely unlike any other cookie-cutter concept, selling novelty lifestyle items that dive into the real meaning of luxury and modern design today.
Prices: As every item is unique, so is every price. Most items stand above $50.
Note: Although RSVP is known as a 'men's lifestyle store', mostly everything found there could be completely unisex.
On your way out, pick up a Boxed Water to hydrate, along with your beautiful black and lime green shopping bags filled with goodies.
RSVP Gallery Shoptimex

7.18.2010

wax

Some fabulous candles by "D.L. & Co.", a modern alchemist company that I have recently become obsessed with. These wax beauties could otherwise be called sculptures, with their pristine form and wicked presence. Beautiful, yet equally dark.

7.15.2010

Christian Louboutin Men's Fall 2010

Seeing as though I was unaware that Louboutin had an actual men's line, I was rather shocked when I came across their selection for the upcoming Fall season. With a 'parisian circus' theme standing as influence, the design and decorative elements of these men's shoes seem much more progressive then usual...
Christian Louboutin isn't exactly my thing, a little too flashy and tacky, especially after the croud of billionaire rappers and their ex-wives started to frequent the brand. But, nevertheless, these shoes proved to be very cool. I'm rather loving the first lace-up pair on the left with the red and triangular black and white suede, as well as the striped and studded loafers next to them. I'm a gym shoe whore, so a a pair of swarovski studded spiked ones would just be an investment, yeah?
Well, with prices ranging anywhere from $800- $2000, it looks like the only way i will ever be able to purchase them is on final 90% markdown at the Barney's sale next year.

7.13.2010

crinkle

Proenza Schouler Paper Effect Handbag
pour moi? merci.
Proenza Schouler 'paper bag'
$615

*drool*

7.11.2010

McQueen forever

Sarah Burton showed her first Resort collection for the Alexander McQueen label after the death of its famous founder.
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Absolutely stunning, with Mr. McQueen's spirit tucked into every layer, it is easy to believe she will be able to continue his untouchable legacy.

7.08.2010

~""Medulla""~

In an extremely private Paris showing, Riccardo Tisci, head designer to the house Givenchy, showed one of the most exsquisite couture collections of the past decade. Taking inspiration from Frida Kahlo, her obsessions with death and religion, he sculpted looks modeled after the human skeleton. With each piece heavily embroidered, some of which took thousands of hours to create, his eye was purely focused on the detailed aspect of haute couture. Although, even in the heaviest of embroidery, there still seemed to be a lightness to each garment, showing the incredible craftsmanship which still thrives within the house of Givenchy.
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"Death is nothing to us, since when we are, death has not come, and when death has come, we are not."