...

::CONSCIOUSNESS OF STREAM

2010-01-19T22:04:00.000-08:00

clothes do not hide

what the heart feels

outward appearances...

deceive.

the soul wins!

::tomorrow is another day::

Francesco Scognamiglio S/S ‘10 Campaign | Iris Strubegger

shot by Giampaolo Sgura

>fashion rogue

::REMEMBERING MLK

2010-01-18T16:18:00.000-08:00

"We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal." words of truth that should be echoed in our souls... EVERYDAY.

::IN POOR TASTE::VIVIENNE WESTWOOD'S "HOMELESS CHIC"

2010-01-18T02:20:00.000-08:00

VIVIENNE WESTWOOD

MILAN

CLOTHING ASIDE, (we'll get to that in just a moment) What on earth was team Westwood THINKING?!!! or should I say, NOT thinking.

VIVIENNE WESTWOOD showed her menswear line in Milan last night, in what has got to be one of the most tasteless shows in recent memory. The "catwalk" was covered with cardboard, the models were disheveled, and covered in dirt, pushed shopping carts down the runway and wore sleeping bags as props.

WHAT IS THE POINT OF THIS?

Is this supposed to bring light to this issue? If so- why wasn't it done a lot more tasteful instead of trivializing, and almost romanticizing homelessness?

There is absolutely nothing- NOTHING chic about homelessness.

FACT: According to the UN, bout 25,000 people die every day of hunger or hunger-related causes.

FACT: The wealthiest 20% of the world’s population consumes 76.6% of the world’s goods while 80% of humanity gets the remainder.

Honestly, the line is strong enough to stand alone- without the use of these awful props. What could have been a successful show with well executed clothing, was out-shined by incredible poor judgement (no pun intended).

::"Get a Life" t shirt below... New meaning to insensitivity.

::What do you think lovelies, Avant-garde- or disaster? ::

Take a second to read more about Poverty around the world HERE, and if you'd like to take a look at the collection, do so HERE.

::THANK YOU. THANK YOU. THANK YOU.

2010-01-17T20:27:00.000-08:00

::NEW header compliments of the lovely and ever so talented...

FELICIA K.

::CHECK OUT HER WORK HERE . GO!!! ::

Did I mention that beyond being extremely stylish, a talented photographer & graphic designer that she also sings?...

(EDITORIAL on her group JAZMIN coming soon!)

Superwoman's got some serious competition.

FOLLOW JAZMIN ON TWITTER!!! GO!

D.O.P.E.

::KEEPING UP WITH THE JONESES::

2010-01-17T17:06:00.000-08:00

::RUNWAY TO REALITY::

IRIS STRUBEGGER (WOMEN) IN LANVIN S/S 2010

::MAD MEN'S JANUARY JONES WEARING THE SAME LANVIN S/S 2010 DRESS ON THE GOLDEN GLOBES RED CARPET::

SAME DRESS. DIFFERENT RUNWAY

WELL PLAYED

>style

>la times

say hello!

::ELIZABETHAN REMIX::

2010-01-13T22:42:00.000-08:00

::QUEEN ELIZABETH I::

...

::KAREN ELSON FOR ST. JOHN S/S 2010::

Originality and time are mere ILLUSIONS.

:: BEHIND THE SCENES VIDEO ::

GO!!!

> HUFO

::HAITI ON MY MIND::

2010-01-13T20:43:00.001-08:00

:: WHERE ARE YOU RIGHT NOW? ::

Are you in a warm bed laptop in hand

Are you at work reading pretending to be busy? ...

Or are you in your living room blog surfing?

Wherever you may be, you are in the position to provide help to someone in need. NO amount of help is too small. OUR BROTHERS AND SISTERS in Haiti need your help. Please take a second to reflect on the countless blessings you posses, and realize that there are many less fortunate than us.

My heart ACHES for Haiti.

As many as 100,00 may be dead. Hundreds of thousands are displaced, with no home, no shelter, no medical supplies, no food, no water, no hope. Children are orphaned, and the scope of this catastrophe is unimaginable...this country is in dire need.

As a citizen of the world, I implore you to do your part. If you can afford the latest "it" anything, you can afford to help those in need. Every dollar helps.

You never know when it will be your turn to be in need...

RED CROSS

OXFAM

YELE

THANK YOU. THANK YOU . THANK YOU.

pics via msnbc

::IF YOU'RE SO CLEVER AND COOL, WHO EVER COULD TURN YOU ON???

2010-01-12T00:33:00.000-08:00

::HEY CHAMP

COLD DUST GIRL

::FASHION CREDIT

2010-01-11T23:26:00.000-08:00

::a. FORWARD THINKING

b. visionary,

c. artistic

d. whimsical

e. accomplished

f. Nicola Formechetti is all of the above.

::BUT MR. GAGA HE ISN'T.

Even if the name doesn't ring a bell- his presence in the fashion community is absolute. Dubbed "Mr. Gaga" by an article in the NY Time's Style section, but Nicola is much, MUCH MUCH more than the man behind Gaga's stylee.

Nicola is.

Creative director of DAZED & CONFUSED

Fashion director of VOGUE HOMMES JAPAN
Senior fashion editor of ANOTHER MAN
Contributing fashion editor of V, V MAN, ANOTHER ,

Nicola. is. fashion

check out his blog & twitter. NOW. Go!!!

ps. say hello!

::SUPER SIZE V

2010-01-04T22:09:00.001-08:00

::V MAGAZINE'S Size issue is about to hit stands on January 14th- and Models.com just served us a second serving of what's to come. In case you missed the 1st preview, check it out HERE

:: :: ::

YOU WANTED MORE DIDN'T YOU?!

Day 2 Credits:

Photo: Sølve Sundsbø

Styling: Nicola Formichetti

Make up: Frank B (The Wall Group)

Hair: Esther Langham (Art + Commerce)

Models: Candice Huffine, Marquita Pring, Michelle Olson, Tara Lynn (Ford NY), Kasia P (Click)

Photo assistants: Karina Twiss and Ashley Reynolds

Stylist assistants: Emily Eisen, Jessica Shaw, Enrica Ferrazza, Angelo deSanto

Videographer: Bell Soto

Digital technician: Nicola (Republik)

Tailor: Alberto Rivera (Lars Nord)

::Check out the rest of the preview over at Models.com::

WHAT WAS THE FIRST THING THAT CAME TO MIND WHEN YOU SAW THESE PICTURES???

comment anonymously on the blog or via twitter if you wish- but be honest...

::ACHROMATIC BEAUTY

2009-12-30T02:20:00.001-08:00

Siri Tollerød :: for SPORT MAX S/S 2010

Shot by:: David Simms

::LOVE LOVE LUST LOVE LOVE LOVE THIS COLLECTION::

Siri has such an amazing fragility in these photos. Yet, she isn't overpowered by the clothing.

Norge bringer videre stor skjønnheten

Refined - yet coarse. Feminine - yet masculine.

The bows, the pallet, draping, the wow factor... Seriously in love with the entire collection!! See for yourself

God it's great being a woman!!!

::source

::FORD'S ROSE

2009-12-29T21:58:00.000-08:00

Follow my blog with bloglovin

::KANYE'S muse / Ford Model

A.M.B.E.R. R.O.S.E

for Vibe Magazine.

::Androgyny never looked so good...

::via kanye university::

::TOP FASHION LYRIC OF 2009

2009-12-29T13:50:00.000-08:00

::THE ultimate name check of 2009, goes to Jay-Z for name checking none other than Anna Wintour in Empire State of Mind. From Milan to Brooklyn, this is undeniably the top Fashion Lyric of 2009.

Love her or hate her- her influence in mass culture is unparalleled. That's all...

::"CAUGHT up in the in crowd

now you're in style

ANNA the Wintour gets cold in Vogue with your skin out

the city of sin is a pity on a whim

good girls gone bad...

the city's filled with them."

::Check it out @ 2:46::

::CHRISTMAS RECAP

2009-12-26T18:01:00.000-08:00

::HI LOVELIES!! Hope you all had a great holiday wherever you may be. I wasn't able to go back home to New York City for Christmas, but I was fortunate enough to be in the company of great friends. My friend Heather "The Scootabaker" ( you must check out her very cool blog) was gracious enough to invite me over for a first rate Los Angeles feast...

All this food for 5 people = food coma heaven.

I'm pretty lucky to count one of the most talented (and stylish!) bakers and bloggers in the LA area as a friend - because it doesn't get better than this! I mean seriously- this girl delivers her goods around Hollywood on a Yellow Vespa, and often wears heels while doing so. No kidding.

Per Heather's suggestion, I may want to check out maternity jeans, with a super expandable waistband, because I feel like I'm still in a food induced coma. How could I not adore her?

Our menu included:

Mini Red Velvet cupcakes
Molasses ginger cookies
Cranberry Oatmeal cookies
Cinnamon Chocolate Mocha bundt cake
Brown-butter cranberry tart
Apple flower frangipane tart
Carmel pecan tartlets
Turkey, mash potatoes, stuffing, green beans, prosciutto & bruschetta, gravy & home made cranberry sauce!
Pomegranate martinis, egg nog *or should I say - egg NAWG*, lots of champagne, sangria & lots of vino!

Everything was perfect. Heather wore the Crepe Slip dress from the Rodarte for Target collection::

and I was thrilled to finally get a small glimpse of the collection in person, although this wasn't always the case... Admittedly, I was a bit hesitant to jump on the Rodarte for Target bandwagon or get excited about it, until yesterday.

Part of this hesitation was established when Rodarte's Kate and Laura Mulleavy declared Style Rookie Tavi Gevinson their muse (via Teen Vogue) Don't get me wrong- I ADORE Tavi, beyond being the cutest thing EVER, I think she's incredibly talented fellow blogger, and has such a vision for any age- let alone for being 13. Nonetheless, I couldn't picture myself being uber excited about a line that is "defined" by a (too cute I can't stand it) 13 year old, being over the age of 21.

I felt that Rodarte for Target alienated a group of adult buyers, including myself who weren't in the tween set. I just didn't identify with the collection.

Another reason I was initially turned off, and I hope I'm not being too picky here- was the styling direction- or lack thereof on Target's website. After having seen one of the pieces in the flesh last night, let me tell you- these pictures on Target's website do NOT do the line justice. They just don't seem to flow with the Rodarte aesthetic. (Check out the spring RTW 2010 collection HERE to get a sense of what I mean)

The hostess with the mostest Heather, is one of the braver souls who managed to actually score a piece from the line the same day the collection hit stores. I'm not that brave, so I actually tried ordering THIS lace print dress in tan/ black to no avail. Everything is pretty much out of stock. Boooooooooo.

Lucky Heather paired her dress with thick black tights, and these ahmazing Chloe wedges pictured below:

::ADORABLE.

How does she manage to not weigh 400+ pounds while baking those ridiculously great tasting goods? I only wish I would have photographed the entire look from head to toe, but being a novice photographer (camera was my Christmas present) I got so wrapped up on the dress, that I forgot to get a shot of the shoes- but fret not my dear, I found a picture taken a few months ago...

In the end, Rodarte for Target has continued to create a fashion democracy by bring the runway to reality, and allowing fashionistas of all tax brackets a taste of high fashion. Sure it doesn't have the same construction as a piece from their non Target collections, but what you do get- is a piece of whimsical clothing designed to make you look good- for a fraction of the cost. And while Tavi and I may be (a few!) years apart, we both, along with Heather, share an affinity for all things fashion.

::Que viva Rodarte!!!

ps. I'd love to see my how my readers rock the line, so feel free to send me some pics in your Rodarte for Target attire, and I'll be sure to post the on my site!

::RULE OF 3's

2009-12-26T01:42:00.000-08:00

::DAVID BOWIE album art :: "Aladdin Sane" 1973

::KATE MOSS Vogue cover :: May 2003

::LADY GAGA's "Just Dance" single off her debut album

:: "The Fame" 2008

"Originality is merely an illusion"

M.C. Escher

. . .

::HOW THE OTHER HALF VACAYS

2009-12-26T01:14:00.000-08:00

::MARC JACOBS and husband Lorenzo Marton vacationing in St. Barts- few thousand dollars...

Carrying an ultra coveted Birkin as a beach tote- PRICELESS.

Must be nice.

::via dlisted

::ONCE IN FASHION AND SOON TO BE SEEN

2009-12-24T23:55:00.000-08:00

::ALTHOUGH you may be done with your holiday gifting, you may want to keep a mental note of these mugs. Designed by UK’s Whitbread Wilkinson under license from PANTONE, this set of 10 mugs features the original primary Pantone colors. A gift any fashionista will love!!! hint hint...

Get yours @ A+R

Speaking of color... Here's one of my favorite songs of 2009, LaRoux's Colourless Color.

::TOKYO DENIM

2009-12-23T00:33:00.001-08:00

::THE WORLD is your runway.

TREND WATCH ::Model Citizens in Tokyo wearing tights with denim shorts... Very Kate Mossish don't you think?

Not a bad way to transition those beloved shorts into F/W. This look can be pulled off in so many different ways, and with a variety of textured tights such as these. With heels, boots, dressed up or down...

Have you - or would you ever rock this trend? Or would you leave it strictly up to the lovelies in Tokyo?

Street Style via Style Arena

Kate Moss pics via NY Daily News & Marie Claire

::!!!

2009-12-22T23:24:00.000-08:00

::FINALLY!!!

The official trailer for Sex and The City 2.

::SIZE MATTER

2009-12-22T22:21:00.000-08:00

::A FRIEND of mine asked me if I heard about the "size" issue for V Magazine. I hadn't, so imagine my excitement as I went straight to the V Magazine site, hoping for a glimpse of the editorial! It's no secret that diversity lacks in this industry in every capacity, so I was really looking forward to seeing an editorial that pushed the envelope- and hopefully done tastefully.

After a quick search, I came across this editorial for the upcoming January 2010 issue. The editorial was shot by Terry Richardson and styled by Mel Ottenberg.

The editorial places the two models side by side, in a juxtaposition that implies that fashion can work on anyone... I applaud the "size issue" (although this model doesn't seems to be average - not PLUS sized) but diversity inclusion needs to happen all the time- not just a one issue occurrence. Same goes for Vogue Italia's infamous "Black" models issue. Needless to say, I was left a bit disappointed.

Diversity is chic EVERY SEASON, and I really hope this issue continues to open the doors of discourse on diversity within the fashion community.

::FACE OFF:: Jacquelyn Jablonski (left) and Crystal Renn (right)

Most importantly what do you think?!

::Check out the full editorial @ V Magazine.

::I WALK. I SHOOT.

2009-12-20T20:55:00.001-08:00

::JUST a small look at what I see... Fashion as world... FASHION IS EVERYWHERE...

::click on images to enlarge

::PARALLEL UNIVERSE

2009-12-20T00:21:00.000-08:00

::I GET The Zoe Report every morning in my inbox, but somehow never figured out why Rachel's logo looked a bit familiar...

Until I finally figured it out this weekend, while shopping for a Christmas gift... It's almost an exact replica of the Louis Vuitton logo- and as savvy Enna pointed out, it's also reminiscent of the YSL logo. Holy trademark Batman?! Is Rachel paying homage, or flat out lacking originality?

I'm on team Zoe- and a big fan of her work- so I'm going to go with homage... but more importantly, what do you lovelies think?

::FASHION FACES

2009-12-19T22:46:00.000-08:00

::CLOTHING SCULPTURES by Photographer Bela Borsodi.

Sculptures made from every day pieces. "Fashion is art" redefined.

via apartment therapy

::MY NEW TOY

2009-12-19T22:27:00.000-08:00

::HELLO LOVELIES!!!

I JUST GOT this Nikon for Christmas, and I am seriously in love. I can't wait to start taking pictures of the local fashion scene, and sharing them with you all! Hopefully I'll get some time to shoot tomorrow, and start a new feature I've been thinking about doing for a while now...

LA street style coming your way!!!

Stay tuned!!!

::"I AM BORN FOR THE BATTLEFIELD"

2009-12-17T23:41:00.000-08:00

::"COMPETITION IS healthy you know. Some people would like the idea of no competition so they can keep the position for the rest of their lives, but no, there has to be a kind of danger all the time. I think it's very healthy, it makes you better." Of of Uncle Karl's gems in the preview for the upcoming interview Behind the dark glasses: The world of Karl Lagerfeld with CNN's Talk Asia.

set your tivos.

::MINNIE WUNDERKIND

2009-12-17T23:13:00.000-08:00

::CHANEL IMAN for German Vogue. Shot by Mark Seilger. Definition of "killin it".

Can you believe this was shot in Los Angeles?! Read Chanel's blog for more deets on the shoot... via ybf.

::FLATTERY REDEFINED

2009-12-15T23:12:00.000-08:00

::I'VE HAD this blog for almost 5 years. Seriously. 5 years of obsessing over models, lifestyle, designers, trends and all things fashion.

I was surprised to recently discover a blog with a VERY similar domain address and blog title... such a similar title, and similar aesthetic, that it could easily be confused for my blog. While imitation is the sincerest form of flattery- it's upsetting to know that someone can brazenly be so unoriginal and literally copy another persons creation... Such a faux pas.

To my dear readers- I really appreciate you stopping by to my blog. I love your comments, and feed back, and the community we create simply for the love of fashion. Even though I may go through the occasional writers block- or get caught up in the stresses of my non fashion 9-5, I will keep writing because I truly adore this blog. I hope you all know that this is the ONLY Please Don't Feed The Models blog, and I am in no way, shape or form affiliated with any other blog. I'll try not to get too upset, because after all, FASHION IS FUN!!!.

Thank you so much for taking the time out of your day to check out whats on my mind! I appreciate you more than you know!!! Thank you. Thank you. Thank you.

Ps. Say hello- I'm on twitter :)

xoxo

::VERSACE PRE-FALL 2010

2009-12-15T00:02:00.000-08:00

spotted @ Kanye University

::PURE EXPRESSION

2009-12-14T22:40:00.000-08:00

::“I’m fortunate enough to have experienced extreme materialism in my life, but the point of the film is to remind us of the little things in life — not some new shoes you bought or a new car,” Ford said. Our culture, he added, is so obsessed with the next great thing that we forget that “life’s about living in the present. We live in an artificial world. In the fashion business, you live in the future for the next collection. But when I spend time on my ranch in New Mexico—with the sun above me and the rattlesnakes growing under the bush—I appreciate the present.”

- Former Gucci and YSL designer, Mr. Tom Ford on his beautiful directorial debut for "Single Man"

BRAVO!

::KARMA COUTURE

2009-12-07T22:00:00.000-08:00

::WHAT DOES Cameron Diaz, a priest from The Bronx (my hometown), Tori Burch, and Anna Wintour have in common

? . ? . ?

Other than an amazing sense of style- they're helping combat hunger...one piece of clothing at the time. Clothing made by Goods of Conscious. An eco friendly line designed by Bronx priest, Rev. Andrew O'Conner. The line was literally stumbled upon by a Vogue staffer, and now praised by fashionistas for its aesthetic and philanthropic mission . Each piece is hand made in The Bronx from Organic cloth hand woven by Mayan Indians in Guatemala.

The nonprofit Goods of Conscience is creating jobs in the Bronx, funding domestic violence projects in the parish, and helping cure desperate poverty in Guatemala, where the 48-year-old priest was stationed on a religious retreat. "There is 80% malnutrition among the Indian communities of Guatemala, the worst in the northern hemisphere, even worse than Haiti," O'Connor says. "A lot of people wonder, how can I help the poor? People wearing these clothes, they're helping, but not in a condescending way. They're glorying in the workmanship. And the craftsmen and women are earning a living. "

Amen to that... Check out the entire collection HERE.

::GREAT MUSIC IS BACK IN FASHION

2009-12-02T00:29:00.000-08:00

::MUSIC like clothing, can at times be considered pure frivolity... IT'S very rare for me to obsess over an album, the way I do over my favorite pair of jeans (you know exactly what I'm talking about - that ONE pair you can't stop wearing, even though you have about 5 other pairs just like it in your closet). The kind of album that literally prevents you from discovering other music- or artists because it's on constant replay.

Such is the album by the beautiful, talented, and ever so fashionable Diane Birch. Diane's debut album Bible Belt invokes haunting raw emotion, melancholy and sing out loud in your car, while driving down Wilshire Boulevard songs. Diane Birch has single handily restored my faith in the current music scene, and Bible Belt is already one of my favorite albums of all time.

The 2010 Grammy Awards nominations go out tomorrow, and hopefully Diane will get that well deserved "Best New Artist" nod!!! and maybe eventually even a fashion campaign or two along the way...

PLEASE do not take my word for it... check out her music for yourself!!! and while your add it, check out PDFTM on twitter

“Amy Winehouse-style retro pop, minus dysfunction… Her voice is strong and fetching… “Fools” conjures Carole King, “Nothing But A Miracle” echoes Aretha…the melodies stick, and girl’s got taste.” – Rolling Stone

MODEL ADORATION

2009-11-29T23:15:00.000-08:00

::"I love Kate Moss. She’s just hands-down one of the baddest badasses in the land. Nobody can take her down. I really admire Kate because every photo shoot she does is different. Every time you see her there is a different energy that she puts out in whatever outfit she is wearing. I think she is amazing.”

::WHO said this?

KOREA HEARTS SNEJANA

2009-11-28T23:44:00.000-08:00

::NUMERO Korea. december 2009 cover

the end.

::numero via models::

GAGA MCQUEEN

2009-11-28T22:57:00.000-08:00

::IT'S been a while since I actually noticed a music video, let alone the fashion in one. I almost did a double take when I watched this video for the first time this weekend... and the verdict is in! Gaga just single handily upped the fashion anti in music videos.

GAGA + ALEXANDER MCQUEEN = !!!

@ 0.04 + 3.32

::check out the entire collection @ style::

R.I.P.

2009-11-21T00:25:00.001-08:00

Joyeux anniversaire !

2008-09-10T10:32:00.000-07:00

“I hate birthdays, ... It's more like a new starting point in New York. For me, it's an evolution. I don't celebrate the past. I like the present and tomorrow.”
- Karl Lagerfeld

::ALTHOUGH you may hate to hear me say it... HAPPY BIRTHDAY Uncle Karl!!

Style Mascot

2008-09-09T13:33:00.001-07:00

::I just moved into a loft in Downtown LA's fashion district, and had the pleasure of moving next to one of the coolest dogs ever- Toogle. Toogle is my neighbor's Beagle with an obsession for fashion magazines. Don't believe me?! Here's proof...

Although my neighbor lives in a pretty spacious loft, Toogle loves to lounge by the fashion magazines and spends his days just hanging out by all the Vogues. Oh, and did I mention that he answers to commands in English and Korean?! Word.

My neighbor is a magazine addict and buys fashion magazines from around the world, every single month... a habit I find a bit too expensive- I'll stick to reading blogs from around the world.

Imagine my excitement when I saw that she had Vogue Korea, China, and Italia in stacks, and dinosaur back issues in pristine condition! She has so many magazines, she even made the coolest coffee table out of magazines just piled in four rows with a clear glass placed on top.

Furniture made from old magazines? Not only is this eco friendly, it's genius.

These pics aren't bad quality considering they were snapped on my brand new Sprint Instinct phone. Cool phone, and has a lot more features than the I-Phone. I wasn't able to get a picture of the coffee table since my battery was super low, but I'll manage to snap one and post it as soon as I can.

I can't wait to flip through all of the magazines with the neighbor and my favorite fashion mascot, Toogle. I loooove animals (especially dogs), and these pictures absolutely make me smile. Hope it did the same for you!

In the words of Miranda Priestly... Thats all.

xoxo
MC.

Rookie Of The Year

2008-09-09T10:38:00.000-07:00

::OMG. SERIOUSLY darlings- What were You like at 12? Were you even thinking about fashion? Not just following the masses and wearing what everyone else in your grade is, fashion... I'm talking about starting a fashion revolution at that age, wearing whatever your heart truly desired, even if all the other middle schoolers thought you were weird?!

At 12 I had really bad self esteem, stood at 4'8 and weighed about 72 pounds- baby waif. I was beyond insecure, and wore anything and everything to cover up. Long shirts, baggy jeans, no skirts or dresses or anything that was remotely different than what all the other middle schoolers were wearing. My hair was pin straight, lifeless and long (didn't get my first "real haircut" until 18) a walking disaster.

I think I just discovered the person I wish I was at 12! I'm sure you've probably heard of her by now... An old soul by the name of Tavi. A 12 year old fashion blogger over at Style Rookie, and NO that wasn't a typo. The darling is TWELVE... As in thirteen minus one, 1-2, but let me tell you, this girl's blog is (as Rachel Zoe would say) Ahhhhmahhhziiing!

She's just as competent and informed as many other fashion bloggers out there twice her age, and her posts are engaging, witty and oh so chic- not bad for a style rookie.

Her obsession with "thrifting" rivals mine, and her posts are fun, insightful, well written and addictive.Here's a hysterical excerpt from one of her posts on thrifting...

In shopping news, I went to Goodwill yesterday with my mom. I found the perfect
studded belt, but decided not to get it because it just didn't seem like "me".
Then, after getting some fabric for a skirt I'm making, a decent swimsuit at
Target (not really worth posting), and stopping at Home Depot, I decided I
wanted the belt. I NEED the belt. We went back, thinking it closed at 8 rather
than 9, and was relieved to see it was still open. So here I am, happily sitting
with my belt :) My mom doesn't really like it, she said it was too "aggressive".
Excellent!

Tavi styles mini pictorials, and fills us in on her amazing finds... here are some of my favorites:

Tween Queen

I honestly don't even remember how I came her blog, as I have the tendency to just blog surf and click on random blogs, but a quick google search showed that she's been prfofiled by the New York Times and many other news sites (some not so enthusiastic) with headlines such as "Protect Kids Who Blog From Danger" (valid point indeed!).

I'm thrilled to have stumbled upon this one, because Tavi's blog a gem! I haven't been this excited since Marc Jacob's named the "BB" bag last season after my Love and fellow fashion blogger Bryan Boy.

Oh Bryan I adooooore you! Quiero tener quatro de tus ninos y vestirlo todo los dias en Prada! Dime que tambien me amas?!

***

Tavi= 2 Cool 4 School

PRODIGY!

What's there not to love about a 12 year old who basically encapsulates everything that fashion is supposed to be? lighthearted, fun and never taken too seriously...But don't take my word for it... Ch-ch-check Style Rookie for yourself!

xoxo Much Love!
Model Citizen

The Girl's Got Style

2008-09-06T20:57:00.000-07:00

::CHANEL IMAN proves that she's a model citizen as she makes her way to the tents in New York City's Bryant Park.

Love the Tartan. Love the smile. Love model candids.

Pic via Ybf

Blue Chip Catwalk

2008-09-06T16:39:00.000-07:00

::FASHION week has officially kicked off in New York City, and the drama has already begun. Vivica Fox was DENIED entry at BCBG, and Beyonce was an unfortunate victim of a hair catastrophe at Fashion Rocks.

Rag & Bone's catwalk looked like a who's who in the modelling industry right now, and here are a few of my favorites from the show...

Fellow Dominicana and one to watch, Arlenis Pena and Jessica Stam in all of their androgynous glory... I love these masculine inspired looks, blended with just the right touch of femininity. A juxtaposition that plays well on the strong yet gentle balance of women- just a tip to remember when wearing these looks- do not skip the heels. These are a MUST.

Veteran lovelies Lily Donaldson and Sasha Pivovarova also made appearances. Overall, the looks were consistent, strong and a great play on soft color, and rugged materials. Casting blue chip fire starters like Stam and Lily was a great move- but I have to say... all eyes are going to be on new comer ARLENIS this week!!!

Score one for Rag & Bone RTW SS09. We like...

Check out the rest of the Rag & Bone SS09 RTW collection here.

Guess Who

2008-09-01T22:45:00.000-07:00

::WHICH famed photographer known for shooting some of the world's most iconic individuals and fashion editorials said the following?

"Recently I was in Rio on the beach and I was struck by how beautiful young, very fat women are. I mean really obese. So I did a lot of pictures of young, fat girls, with loads of love handles and big bottoms." His hands are drawing extravagantly curved shapes through the air now, his eyes gleaming beneath their brittle brows. "Real Botero-style women. It really does look good."

Perhaps, I (interviewer) suggest, years of fashion photography have culminated in this flesh binge. "Maybe," he nods, leaning forward and confiding: "what's really, really ugly is skinny women naked. I've photographed a lot of thin women."

!!!

Here's a hint: He was Princess Diana's favorite photographer, and shot the editorial below for Vogue China 09/05 ...

click here to find out!!

Tactless Marketing for LG

2008-08-30T11:18:00.000-07:00

::IT'S labor day weekend so I've been lucky enough to be home relax, walk the dogs and catch up on some much needed television. All was going well until I spotted a disturbing commercial for LG's Dare phone.

The model in the commercial is shown balancing herself on a dangerously high ledge (in high heels nonetheless) overlooking city traffic. As she attempts to grab her LG phone, she looses her balance and almost falls over.

I find this commercial to be completely insensitive and tactless, considering that model Ruslana Korshunova's high profile death was only 2 short months ago. The timing is beyond awful, and the model in the video eerily bears a resemblance to Ruslana, thus adding to the poor taste of this creative direction taken in this advert.

The marketing executives and all parties involved, should have been a bit more tactful in marketing their phone, especially since the fashion community is still mourning the death of a rising star gone too soon...

I’m sure this scenario could have taken in many different places, but to do it this way, in this location, at this short time after the tragedy is beyond insensitive and a complete lack of respect. Given that this death was so high profile, lack of knowledge could not be given as an excuse. Shame on you LG!

Check out the video for yourself, I’d love to hear what your thoughts are.

Speak on it...

Shock Factor

2008-08-28T22:53:00.000-07:00

::I'M NOT a fashion elitist. Although I love high end, I'm just as easily (possibly even a bit more) enamored by vintage finds, and cheap chic. I'm the kind of fashion fiend whose hangers are garnished by H&M, Cavalli, Givenchy, 2 Dollar t-shirts, and clothes lingering from my high school days without prejudice.

One of the stores that I rarely ever go into however has always been J. Crew. I don’t know why I’ve given J. Crew the cold cold shoulder, but prep button downs with pink whales have never quite been my cup of green tea.

Imagine my surprise when I came across the Berry-trim Astrid jacket as I walked by the J. Crew at the Grove in L.A, I took a glance inside, and it was love at first sight.

The detailing, the cut, the everything! This jacket was so couture looking- and feeling! I immediately tried it on, and fell in love. I’m officially excited for fall!

This dramatic little jacket has a crisply tailored silhouette and a lot of flair. The fabric is a very refined, midweight wool double-cloth from a 112-year-old Japanese mill. The distinctive appliqué trim features silk ruffles and meticulously crafted, stuffed cotton "berries." Classic fit. Bracelet sleeves. Covered hook-and-eye closure. Interior contrast piping. Fully lined. Hits at high hip. Import. Dry clean.

This jacket may look couture, but is very reasonably off the rack priced at $248.00, great for these upcoming in between weather months. Dressed up, or down, this jacket works (overtime) on many levels- and it comes in Plum (as shown) Bright Blue, or Heather Charcoal.

They unfortunately didn’t have my size in-store in the Heather Charcoal, but luckily for me, it’s also available online… so as much as I adore you darlings, I’m going to keep this post short-I’ve got a jacket to order! Get one for yourself as well at J. Crew.com!

The World Is Your Runway

2008-08-08T23:07:00.000-07:00

::I stayed in night, and instead of being out with the ladies and having drinks, I decided to watch the opening ceremonies for the Olympics. I must be the only person in the entire world who has never watched the ceremonies. I've seen bits and pieces. but today was the first time that I

actually sat down and watched it from beginning to end...

I was completely blown away by the production, and the sheer magnitude of this event. Talk about a great PR move?! millions of people all around the world watchedthe USA athletes strut in their Ralph Lauren attire, making it the best product placement and advertising spot in the world.

Every country in the world was represented, and each showed their unique take on fashion in the worlds largest fashion show. Click here for fashion coverage from the source of all things fashion- The Wall Street Journal.

The athletes from the United States wore very classic suits designed by Ralph Lauren Classic blue blazer, with the pony logo, white pants, and a newsboy cap. So Americana....

Kobe Bryant put some dope swagger in his Ralph Lauren apparel.

If this continues, think about the possibilities for the next Olympics- the Spaniards will be wearing Balenciaga, the French will wear YSL, and the Japanese will wear Issey Miyake.

Ah, the possibilities!

Heart Beats In It's Cage...

2008-08-08T12:38:00.001-07:00

::IT seems like every ones favorite model hipster, Agyness Deyn might be walking down the aisle soon. Us Magazine is reporting that Agy and Albert Hammond, lead guitarist for The Strokes are engaged!

One kick ass model + one kick ass rocker = a union made in style heaven.

Of course this brings to mind, the most important question of all: What will Agy wear?
Don't fret my friends, I've picked out some looks from the Fall 2008 Haute Couture collections and here are my picks for Agy:

Always glam in Chanel or Jean Paul Gaultier

Or perhaps, she'd like to keep it non traditional with Christian Dior or Amani Prive...

Either way, I'm sure she'll look stunning. Which look would you rather see Agy walk down the aisle in?

Congrats lovers!

Quote Of The Day

2008-08-07T14:36:00.000-07:00

“IN the future there won’t be one all-powerful fashion editor — there will be many,” Mr. Arora said. “We are looking for the 20 new Anna Wintours.”

::NEW York Times Article "Where The Fashionitas Go for a Quick Fix" on the declining influence of magazines and the rising popularity of Webzines and Blogs.

Not Zoe Bad...

2008-08-05T18:15:00.000-07:00

::I HAVE a confession to make.

Last night, I watched a sneak preview of The Rachel Zoe Project on Bravo... and I liked it. Something inside of me really wanted to dislike it, yet I thought it was fun and a great behind the scenes look of a revolutionary fashion stylist. As much as she's hated, she's equally loved, and Zoe's determined to bring high fashion glamour into homes all across America.

Love her or hate her, the woman responsible for making a fashion icon out of Nicole Richie, is one of the undisputed top fashion stylists in the fashion game.

The show follows Rachel Zoe as she navigates through the perils of styling celebrities, vintage shopping, fashion emergencies and yes- New York fashion week.

The cast of characters include Rodger, her adorable and loving husband, Taylor, the self described "stuffed sequined sausage" slash catty hipster assistant with a chip on her shoulder, and Brad, her new flamboyantly fabulous assistant with sensitivity overload.

Cameos are made by designers extraordinaire, Peter Som, Oscar de la Renta, Zac Posen, and Marc Jacobs. If you look closely, you'll even see Anna Wintour sitting front row at the shows- oooh so thrilling!

I don't want to give too much of it away, so you'll just have to tune in when it premieres on September 9th, it might just be "bananas".

Happy Birthday!!

2008-08-04T21:47:00.000-07:00

::HAPPY birthday Barack!!!

Nude 101: Eva Mendes

2008-08-04T19:41:00.000-07:00

::IN The Nude: A Study In Ideal Form, scholar Kenneth Clark poses the question of nude versus naked in the arts.

To be naked is to be deprived of our clothes, and the word implies some of the embarrassment most of us feel in that condition. The word ‘nude’ on the other hand, carries, in educated usage, no uncomfortable overtone. ... In fact, the word was forced into our vocabulary by critics of the early 18th century to persuade the artless islanders that, in countries where painting and sculpture were practiced and valued ... the naked human body was the central subject of art...nude is an art form invented by the Greeks in the fifth century BC, just as opera is an art form invented in seventeenth-century Italy. The nude is not the subject of art but a form of art.

And here we are again, almost 50 years later, attempting to decipher the boundaries of sexuality in art. Eva Mendes appears entirely nude in her new advert for Calvin Klein's Secret Obsession, causing it be banned in the United States. A G rated version is set to roll out just in time for the holidays, leaving us with question to ponder? Was this really that big of a deal? Is this borderline pornography? did you find it vulgar or tasteful?

I found it to be timeless, and everything it is supposed to be, provocative, sensual, timeless and reminiscent of all things Calvin Klein; artistic expression of the human body in it's purest form...

View the NSFW ad in it's entirety below...

So what's your take on this? Was Eva nude or naked?

Style Feed

2008-07-30T10:01:00.000-07:00

::GORDON Ramsey, Anthony Bourdain (oh how I love him), Padma Lakshmi and others have taken our culinary experience to a higher level. So it's no surprise that the tools we use to indulge in feeding our pallets, have parlayed their way into our wonderful world of fashion!

Demitasse
White Gold Dessert Spoon
White gold necklace and pendant with tiny diamonds on handle.
$ 1,575.00 both available at one of my favorite
online destinations, Shop Zoe online

Demitasse
Signature Spoon Necklace
In Rose Gold
14 karat gold signature table spoon with rose gold chain and single small handle diamond.
$ 495.00

Note to self, I MUST order the Rose gold spoon, how could I not?

If Vintage is your style, perhaps you'd like to go for a sterling silver Spoon Ring for under $20.00 at Silver Dreams. Whatever your flavor, these pieces are sure to give you the fashion dose you crave.

Fashionista Litterati

2008-07-29T22:16:00.000-07:00

::HOT on the trail of The Devil Wears Prada, Sex and the City, and Weinstein Co’s Project Runway, The suits of Hollywood have decided to take another stab at the fashion world.

Donald Petrie has signed on to direct and produce romantic comedy "Fashionistas" for CP Prods.' Christine Peters and Michael Cerenzie along with Kellagio Entertainment.

Project was previously set up at Paramount and will now be produced independently. Production is expected to start later this year.

Based on Lynn Messina's debut novel, "Fashionistas" follows a young woman working at a design house who plots to take down her ruthless boss by inventing a fictitious designer.

I have not yet read Fashionistas, but something tells me, this won’t be the last of the fashion themed films. Fashion + drama = Hollywood blockbuster? Would you go see this film?

Tell me Model Citizens, what’s your favorite fashion themed flick?

Side note...I really need to publish my own novel!

Via Variety

Only 6 Days Left!

2008-07-29T15:52:00.000-07:00

::ATTENTION aspiring designers:

Think you have what it takes to design the next "it" bag?

The fashionista's at Coach have teamed up with Brickfish to launch “Design a Coach Tote” campaign, where you can enter your original design here. Your lust worthy bag may be selected as a special limited edition item that will be sold in select Coach stores-and a $2,500 shopping spree and unlimited bragging rights, among lots of other great prizes!

Put your eye for beauty and brains to good use... and women all around the globe might be sporting YOUR luscious design!

Behind Every Strong Man...

2008-07-29T14:48:00.000-07:00

::IS a well dressed woman.

FUTURE First lady, MICHELLE Obama has joined the rank's of the fashion elite, and made Vanity Fair's 69th Annual International Best-Dressed List.

Sophistication with a touch of personal style... Michelle always gets it right.

Style we can believe in.

Imagry And Color

2008-07-29T13:59:00.000-07:00

::HAVE you ever had a moment that you wanted to capture on camera, but didn't have your camera on hand? I always have those moments, and after one too many times, I decided to bring my camera with me everywhere I go.

Well I'm glad I did, because I couldn't resist photographing this Citizen Model as she strutted down Wilshire Boulevard today. Ironically, we passed each other in front of St. Basil's Church in all of it's Gothic splendor.

I love this young lady's poise, and how she somehow manages to make several bold pieces seem demure. It just goes to show you, that style is innate, and often times, it is not what we wear, but how.

Aside from experiencing my very first earthquake today, I couldn't have been any luckier...

Clutch on You...

2008-06-09T18:06:00.000-07:00

WE'VE all heard that imitation is the sincerest form of flattery, but is this particular similarity just a coincidence? Take these two clutches which look like they're both from the same designer....

Aside from the fact that one is leather and one is satin, you almost can't tell them apart!

Up top is Alexis Hudson's Chocolate Leather "Martini" Clutch, on sale for $150.00.

And down below is Valentino's Bow Satin Detail Clutch priced at $636.00, on sale.

So which would you rather carry? The real deal, or the lower priced steal?

Models for Wives...

2008-06-02T21:17:00.000-07:00

Seems like we aren't the only ones talking about Models.

I'm seriously obsessing over one MGMT's "Time To Pretend". This song is pure alternative decadence... AND I LOVE IT.

MGMT
"Time To Pretend"

I could not find the music video in embedded form, but you can check out the song below, or visit MGMT at their myspace page.

I'm Feelin rough I'm Feelin raw I'm in the prime of my life.
Let's make some music make some money find some models for wives.
I'll move to Paris, shoot some heroin and fuck with the stars.
You man the island and the cocaine and the elegant cars.

This is our decision to live fast and die young.
We've got the vision, now let's have some fun.
Yeah it's overwhelming, but what else can we do?
Get jobs in offices and wake up for the morning commute?

Forget about our mothers and our friends.
We were fated to pretend.

I'll miss the playgrounds and the animals and digging up worms.
I'll miss the comfort of my mother and the weight of the world.
I'll miss my sister, miss my father, miss my dog and my home.
Yeah I'll miss the boredom and the freedom and the time spent alone.

But there is really nothing, nothing we can do.
Love must be forgotten. Life can always start up anew.
The models will have children, we'll get a divorce,
we'll find some more models, Everything must run its course.

We'll choke on our vomit and that will be the end.
We were fated to pretend.

yeah yeah yeah

So here's question of the day? Would models make good wives?

Thank You...

2008-06-02T20:00:00.000-07:00

R.I.P. YSL
1936-2008

... You'll always be my Muse.

“Fashions fade, style is eternal.”

Worth The Hype

2008-02-23T23:26:00.001-08:00

NEXT's Princess Abbey Lee in Milan at Gucci FW08...

Your thoughts?

Recycled Art: II

2008-02-22T00:02:00.000-08:00

FASHION haunts me... It really does.

I can't help but notice the parallels of fine art and ready to wear as I look through photo's of yesterday's and today's FW08 Ready To Wear shows in Milan...

Portrait of a Young Woman - VERMEER
Heidi Mount backstage at VERSACE FW08

Improvisation No. 31- Sea Battle KANDINSKY
Taryn David- EMILIO PUCCI FW08

Boy Bitten- CARAVAGGIO
Olga Shere- MOSCHINO FW08

So once again my darlings.. does art imitate life, or does life imitate art?

Model Feed

2008-02-20T22:25:00.000-08:00

Move over Carmen Electra- World's highest earning Model Giselle Bundchen signs $150 Million dollar deal as Max Factor's new face (slightly boring).
Underpaid Croatian Models literally get paid in shoes.
Highest authority on fashion since Kimora Lee, Lily Allen comments on models at London Fashion Week who "stank of vomit".
If you happen to be in New Jersey this week, check out an exhibit with a dress made out of tampons.
Surprise, surprise - our usual suspect is the darling muse of Milan.

Please Don't Stop The Music!

2008-02-18T21:06:00.000-08:00

Wow. What a crazy couple of months it's been. (NY) Fashion week came and went and several of my blogger peep have been doing big things!

NYC Fashionista over at View From the Fourth Row might have retired- Please say it ain't so....

Bryan Boy finally got some well deserved lovin' from Mr. Marc Jacobs himself...and Janine over at The Coveted has gotten herself an official great new domain.

I have to admit that working crazy hours and blogging has been a little harder than I thought it would ever be. This blog has been up and running for the past three years, and with the exception of the past couple of months, I've posted religiously daily. I even missed Fashion Week- I'll let my actions speak louder than my words, so I won't go off on another tangent on how I'm going to continue blogging daily. Tell me... what have I missed? what's your new fashion obsession? Any great new blogs?

Birds of A Feather SS08

2007-09-29T14:26:00.000-07:00

BACK stage at fashion week... our model muses are at it again. Every IT girl's favorite pose...

Birds of a feather flock together.

Flamingo Edition II

Jessica Stam & Lilly Donaldson @ Proenza + Coco Rocha & Behati Prinsloo @ Posen

Bette Franke @ Narciso Rodriguez + Agyness Deyn @ Dolce
Ps. I'm totally digging the new Agy's new hair color. Are you?

Magdalena Frackowiak @ Proenza + Julia Dunstall & Maryna Linchuck @ Dell'Acqua

Aqui Estoy

2007-09-23T09:27:00.000-07:00

HELLO DARLINGS!

It seems like it doesn't pay to have a server other than blogger, because for the last few weeks, my blog has been unavailable. I thought about starting a completely new one but alas, I kept emailing tech support and finally got a response. The problems all solved, and I'm back at my addiction...

I missed blogging about NY fashion week, but I'm pretty sure you got enough of that coverage already. And we have all season to decipher the collections. We'll get to that...

So during the time that I've been M.I.A., I drove across country from New York to LA and have been trying to get adjusted to driving everywhere.

In case you've never been to LA, the fashion scene is completely different from New York's. It seems that every corner I turn, there's another MK or Cory Kennedy clone. I love the boho look, but I also miss the put together, run about town in heels and jeans look. Perhaps I haven't been here long enough to decipher the fashionologie here, but I'm slowly paving my own way, and I'm determined to make this city my home.

Thanks for your emails and comments! I really really really missed my blog. For the past two years, it's been my outlet to vent my worldly frivolities and frustrations. So like an old (semi dysfunctional fashion fiend) friend.... it's nice to see you again!

P.S. click here to find out which supermodel's boyfriend stated these sacrilegious words:

“I hate fashion, in fact I f****** hate fashion. I don’t go to the shows - I just think they’re f****** stupid. One hundred per cent stupid,”

2007-09-20T22:09:00.000-07:00

having problems with blogger...should be up and running any moment now.

bare with me...i've missed you all.

The Devil's Wrath

2007-08-27T21:41:00.000-07:00

THE WRATH of Anna "the devil" Wintour reaches far beyond the cold cold walls of Conde Nasty...

Apparently the devil is a tennis fan, slash event planner. The devil threw a lavish dinner party for Roger Federer at the tres chic Grammercy Park hotel this past Thursday in NYC. Among those attending were designers Michael Kors, Oscar de la Renta, Dianne von Furstenburg, and Mr. my handbags are waaaaay too overpriced, but you're all stupid enough to lust for them, MJ (Marc Jacobs).

Seems like the two have been getting on quite well... Very, very well...

Federer on the devil: “I know Anna very well,” Federer said. “And then meeting the designers — these people are a big inspiration. I’ve gotten into fashion the last few years, done my own fashion statements on center court at Wimbledon."

NY Magazin e goes on to deliciously claim that devil giggled flirtatiously all night, and was seen accompanying Federer arm and arm as she introduced him to the fellow fashionistas in the room.

Anna the cougar?!!!! I.love it.

Labor of Fashion

2007-08-14T23:00:00.000-07:00

SORRY for being gone so long. I haven't abandoned you. This blog is admittedly my obsession, and I've missed you dearly. I'll fill you guys in on why I've been M.I.A in just a moment... now lets talk about fashion, shall we?

Take a second to reflect on what you're wearing. Who made the clothing on your back? The lovely shoes on your feet? Some of you may have answered Marc Jacobs or even Route 66, but you're wrong.

Chances are you're clothing was made by a factory laborer working under abject conditions in a third world country, and that worker could possibly may have been a child.

Many of these workers make only pennies a day, making the clothing that we so desperately lust after, including high profile lines such as Kate Moss's TopShop collection. "The claims reported by some media said that workers (for Kate Moss's line) in India, Bangladesh and Sri Lanka were promised high wages and that they were paid less than five pounds a day for working 12 hours a day, which is to say, 40 percent less than the average wages in the region."

I'm not trying to give you buyers guilt or come back on a sour note, but this is a very important issue that I've been thinking about, and if you'd like to read a little more on this, check out this article I just came across titled The Dirty Laundry of Fashion that delves a bit into the questioning of aesthetics versus suffering, and poses the question. Do you stand by what you wear? Something to ponder...

Back to my delayed blogging reality... I've been busy packing up my things, and saying my goodbyes to my peeps here in the NYC because I'm moving to L.A. at the end of the month! I'm a bit sad to miss out on New York Fashion Week, and all the great shows, including those I was never really invited to, but managed to sneak past the PR police, and still sit front row. I'll just have to catch one of my favorite up and coming designer Toni Maticevski, online.

I don't have a job lined up yet, so I'll have plenty of time to work on a fresh new layout, and check out the LA fashion scene, especially their thrift shops. It's a new beginning, and I couldn't be more excited to share my journey with you all. Hope you'll stick around to see what I've got in store...

Recycled Frocks

2007-08-06T22:14:00.000-07:00

ONE fashionista's garbage, is another fashionista's treasure. I came across an interesting article about a young hipster by the name of Apple who has managed to build her a lot wardrobe on clothing she has literally found on the street.

Apple 31, has been dumpster diving for duds since her college days in ~~Brooklyn, NY~~ Pittsburg, and now, post law school in Chicago. Apple describes the streets of New York as a "mecca of discarded clothing"... she even documents her fashion finds on her blog, Found Clothing.

As you darlings may have guessed, Apple has found some great pieces on the streets of New York such as a BCBC Max Azaria dress, but hasn't had the same luck on the streets of Chicago.

Have you ever found a piece of clothing on the street that you've actually worn? And if you haven't would you ever actually wear something found on the street?

Newused Goods

2007-08-01T02:37:00.000-07:00

WHILE browsing the internets (typo that I'm keeping) at 5am, I came across something that was a bit odd...

A lovely pair of Rupert Sanderson pumps priced at $595.00... scuffs already included.

Am I such an anal retentive fashion connoisseur that only I would have caught this at 5am? Are these pumps (like faded denim) meant to look worn? or was the photo editor too lazy to retouch these? Either how, IF I did in fact drop almost six bills on these shoes, I'd like my pair, sans the scuffs.

pic via: Net-A-Porter

Not Just Hype

2007-07-30T16:36:00.000-07:00

EVERY now and then a beauty product passes my way and becomes something I have no idea, how I even lived with out it. Such is the case with Sally Hansen's Airbrush Legs!

Last summer (and luck would have it), I developed a terrible allergic reaction to Cherries, my favorite fruit. I got small scars all over my legs, and became extremely self conscious about them. Although they're not even very noticeable to others, I notice them...although obsessing would much much more like it. After realizing that no matter how much sun I got, my legs would never get as tan as my upper body, and the imperfections would never go away, I decided to give this a try.

If you have any marks on your legs that need covering up, freckles, discoloration, scars, veins, fret no more my darlings, this will (inexpensively) cover it up. Although models my look perfect in editorials, many of them also have imperfections (including stretch marks) that are covered not only with airbrushing during editing, but with pricier make up such as Dermablend, applied by professional make up artists, ensuring them that flawless look.

The product is pretty self explanatory, and if used with common sense, it will work wonders. It's priced at only $12.99, and available at any local drug store, plus, it's a lot better and healthier alternative to tanning.

Have you ever tried a sunless tanner or similar product? If you've tried this product, weigh in...

I Spy...

2007-07-30T13:05:00.001-07:00

SPOTTED. INCOGNITO Forbes top earner Daria Werbowy looking casually flawless as she strut down Forsyth street in China Town last night. Can't tell you what she was wearing, because I was pretending not to stare...

Vintage photographs from the Sport Couture March 2004 Vogue UK editorial shot by Mario Testino. Check out the rest of the editorial HERE.

Not Feeling Too Well

2007-07-27T12:59:00.000-07:00

Will post tomorrow.

P.S. What would you wear to a rooftop afternoon party in Williamsburg? Any recommendations?

pic source

Dangerously Titillating

2007-07-25T07:36:00.000-07:00

FASHION influences can be found everywhere... in the whimsical beauty of a child's laughter, the subtlety and shape of a rose, or even a crime scene...

If you haven't by now, meet Melanie Pullen. LA based Pullen, is known for her "High Fashion Crime Scenes" photography. Part morbid, part fabulous, these photos are inspired by actual vintage crime scene photos.

"Pullen herself has noted that she takes aim at society's glamorization of violent acts and crimes by literally redressing what are deeply disturbing events. To create High Fashion Crime Scenes Pullen at times enlisted the help of up to sixty people per shoot: set builders, makeup artists, models, stylists, and stunt crew among others. Her models have included actresses Rachel Miner and Juliet Lewis. Many important fashion houses have lent or donated clothes and jewelry for shoots, among them Prada, Bvgari, Gucci and Chanel".

Can't get enough of these couture crime scenes? Check out more of Melanie Pullen's work here and then order yourself a Pullen inspired t-shirt by Harlow here.

pics via: ace gallery

Cancel My Subscription

2007-07-24T07:56:00.000-07:00

SHE’S usually not someone worth mentioning on this blog (even I have standards) but Britney Spears has done the unforgivable...

During her photo shoot for OK! Magazine:

- After eating fried chicken, she wiped her filthy, oily hands on the Gucci dress she was wearing destroying it with grease.

- Her puppy defecated all over the set, and Britney cleaned up the mess with... a Chanel dress.

Her complete disregard and respect for anything and anyone disgusts me. As of today, she's officially banned from this blog. I'm so over her and her issues, and with that said, the voice of Coco Chanel echoes profoundly...

“Some people think luxury is the opposite of poverty. It is not. It is the opposite of vulgarity.”

UPDATE: Here's one of the pieces stolen from the shoot...

A Gigi Caron "Borgia" ring "Inspired by Lucrezia Borgia, the daughter of a pope and wife to three noblemen. Tradition has it that she wore a hollow ring in which she carried poison". According to designer Wendy Brandes, "OK! will make good on everything" and reimburse her $5,625.00 for the loss of the drool worthy, yellow gold diamond encrusted ring (and other items). Check out B.S's loot when the OK! issue hits the stands on page 46.

Sight for Sore Eyes

2007-07-23T09:32:00.000-07:00

QUICK question for those of you who live in the United States... Have you seen the Lens Crafters commercial with a not so subtle product placement of white lace up Christian Louboutin ankle boots? That red sole is unmistakable, and I can spot these ultimate status shoes a mile a way.

When did Lens Crafters become synonymous with luxury and high fashion? Apparently, Lens Crafters wants those Loubtoutin wearing consumers to purchase their YSL and Prada glasses from them. Not rocket science, but isn't there a bit of irony in this... it's the ultimate statement that self image is important, even to those who don't see too well. These aren't the exact pair, but very similar. "Miss Fred" shoe boots priced at $695.00 USD by Christian Louboutin.
On another note, the weather in New York City is currently as pleasant as walking around the city in six inch open toe shoes. So I'm currently listening to Notwist's Pilot off their Neon Golden album. Their music's light, edgy and sweet...just exactly what I'm in the mood for today. If you like Death Cab for Cutie, Postal Service, or +/-, than you'll like Notwist. Check them out.

Oh, and in case Queen Bee Ms. Wintour looks extremely refreshed, that's because it's not Editrix Wintour! It's actually thinspo modelo Snejana Onopka in one of the best editorials in years, for the August Vogue Paris, shot by photographer extraordinaire, Mario Testino. I wonder how Ms. Anna feels about these photos. Surely the devil must be slightly flattered, or atleast amused... Snejana nailed this shoot, and this my darlings is flattery redefined. A fashion evolution!

As always, BRILLIANT work tino. Loves it.

Check out the entire editorial at Bryan Boy.

I'll Kick Myself Now

2007-07-19T20:02:00.000-07:00

CHANEL IMAN and her namesake, Iman at the Trace magazine party last night at Room Service, which I was invited to but didn't attend, due to that little terrorism scare we had in Manhattan yesterday.

Chanel looks pretty here, but a bit understated. I know that models are human beings after all, but if I knew I was going to be photographed, I would have definitely stepped it up a notch. Chanel's only 17 (according to her myspace page) so I'll forgive her... but, it's so refreshing to see that Iman is still looking fierce for a 50+ year old woman.

Hopefully Iman's S.I.T. (Supermodel In Training) Chanel, learns a couple of things from Mrs. David Bowie, who post supermodeldom, has made lots of money outside of the catwalk...

Lucky bitches.

P.S. Iman also has a myspace page.

pics via: ybf

Fashion Is One Hell Of A Drug

2007-07-19T08:34:00.000-07:00

JUST what exactly is a Fashioin Junkie? Is it a heroin or cocaine abusing underage, underweight and oversexualized model? Because if so... Sisley wants you to know that this is what a fashioin junkie looks like, and I doubt that any of these models are over 18.

This bold in-your-face glorification of high fashion, low weight fueled by drug consumption, FW advert depicts two models snorting a white tee (which obviously isn't fall attire ) is way beyond tongue and cheek.

Has Sisly's ad agency done one too many lines? or is this advert going on your wall because this is exactly the kind of editorial you live for?

Via: My Fashion Life

Impressionism Remix

2007-07-17T09:33:00.000-07:00

LITTLE MISS SUNSHINE Rihanna brightens it up in a Luella number for this month's Paper Magazine, photographed by Jessica Craig-Martin. Think what you will about her music, but talent aside (we are a fashion blog after all) her style isn't too shabby for this 19 year old Cover Girl. Rihanna has come full circle, and her fashion pallet has definitely evolved. Don't you think for a second that I haven't noticed... See what a little Luella and Posen (and a good stylist) can do for a woman?!

"Rihanna also decided she wanted to go in a different direction with her fashion sense. After trying out a couple of new stylists ("The old stylist from the first album didn't get that we wanted to upgrade the image -- the new Rihanna," she explains), she found Mariel Haenn, who understood her vision. Names like Zac Posen, Roberto Cavalli and Christian Dior have become a part of her style vocabulary, and for her new release and revamped "glam rock" image, Rihanna is looking to the rock 'n' roll infused designs of Dolce & Gabbana. "[They] are on point with the new image. I hate when stuff is too high fashion. I like when stuff suits me, my personality, my age," she says. " Now I have the right team that can express how I like to dress."

Moving along, here's what I was reminded of when I saw these photos...

Claude Monet's Water Lilies.

Quote of The Week

2007-07-17T08:01:00.000-07:00

“People think that fashion is all frivolity and done by people who can’t do proper jobs,” says the writer Adrian Gill, “but Issie (fashion muse Isabella Blow) understood that it is very, very serious business in terms of civilization and culture. It’s the one piece of culture that every single person in the world participates in. Not everybody reads poetry or listens to music, but every single person in the world gets up in the morning and puts on something, and whether you like it or not, that’s a statement about who you are.”

Ditto. Read the accompanying article, in the August issue of New York magazine.

Runways and Cigarettes

2007-07-13T08:30:00.000-07:00

KATE MOSS has been rumoured to smoke 60+ cigarettes a day, and now all that nastiness is catching up to her. 60 cigarettes a day?!! That's yuck mouth to the umpteenth power. I don't care how beautiful she is, Kate must smell like a stale ashtray.

Who else do you know that can inhale a cancer stick through their toes?! This takes practice people... lots and lots of practice. Kate Moss is slowly killing her career, and ultimately, herself. How sad is this?

The chain smoking has finally caught up with her, and besides feeling "old and haggard" Kate is not aging too well, so she's enlisted the help of the woman who "discovered her" at JFK airport, Storm Managements, Sarah Doukas.

"Doukas has told Moss to cut down on the cigarettes by half — from 40 to 20 a day. Kate's trying to get a minimum of seven hours sleep a night, which is proving difficult at the moment but she is determined to get into a routine. And she has dramatically changed her diet. She is now on a strict Mediterranean regime of tomatoes, olive oil, greens and fish."

I really hope she quits this disgusting habit, because it's really not a good look. Good luck with that... Hopefully this will be a lesson learned to all young working models today. Smoking isn't cool, and it will AGE you, the curse of an industry based on looks... and this my friends, is the slow death of a supermodel.

Wrinkles caused by smoking= no Agent Provocateur, and no Burberry, who has coincidentally dropped her for 21 year old Agyness Deyn and 20 year old Lily Donaldson.

Sad. But true. Check out more pictures of the Katester smoking here.

It's Back...

2007-07-12T21:26:00.000-07:00

UNDER a new law, models under 16 years old will no longer be allowed on the catwalks of London Fashion Week. Find out why HERE. This IS pretty major considering how most agencies have some serious youngin's on their rosters... Like Ford's darling, 17 year old Chanel Iman. Health panel experts in London are also investigating the possibility of sexual exploitation in underage models and state that underage models are often overly sexualized.

Is the modelling industry perpetuating a virgin whore, impossibly skinny ideal?

What's your take on this pressing issue?

Discuss...

Dolce Vita

2007-07-12T07:51:00.000-07:00

I'VE never really been a watch person, but I do love piling on the bracelets. One of my favorite bracelets is a navy blue snake skin beauty with a gold clasp which was purchased on the street in Rome. I've been searching and searching for this bracelet, and haven't been able to find it again, but these bangles by Vita sure come close.

VITA medium snake-embossed leather. 24-karat yellow gold plate chain detail. Made in Italy.

Available in yellow, red, green, black and fuchsia for $70.00 USD Get yours@ Neiman Marcus!

Your'e Welcome

2007-07-10T18:50:00.000-07:00

FASHION hack Posh, and her ridiculously ridiculously good looking better half, David Beckham for W photographed by Steve Klein.

Please the inner voyeur in you... check out the rest of the semi NSFW pics at Just Jared.

Clutch On You

2007-07-09T09:11:00.001-07:00

EVA Longoria may have walked down the isle in Chanel, but her ten bridesmaids got to carry one of the season's hottest accessories, a clutch designed by New York designer Rafe Totengco.

Aside from Rafe being one of my favorite handbag designers, he's also the writer of one of my favorite blogs, Can I Tell You?. The secret's out...

Ch, ch check out his lux line here, and then read his lovely blog, Can I Tell You?

via wwd.

2007-07-09T07:41:00.000-07:00

JUST stating the obvious, Valentino is a God.

Check out the Fall 2007 Haute Coutoure hotness HERE.

Runway to Reality

2007-07-06T20:38:00.000-07:00

RUNWAY TO REALITY

Good choice, or What was she thinking?

VIVA MODEL'S darling, Milana Keller killed it when she strut down the SS07 Chanel runway in this "oh my God, this dress is so fabulous, I could totally picture myself wearing it everyday this week" RTW dress! It was one of my most lusted pieces from this show.

Eva Longoria wed Tony Parker in Paris today and decided to wear this little number, to her civil ceremony, and although I loved the dress, I don't think the outfit really worked. do you agree?

It dawned on me that Eva Longoria never really caught my eye fashion wise, before today. It's not that I don't think she's a descent dresser...I've just never really paid attention to her, at all. I'm actually one of the very few breathing souls that has never watched a single episode of "Desperate Housewives". Que horror! But seriously, this is what Chanel does to a woman. God, I'm so pathetic with my love devotion to Uncle Karl. I'm borderline obsessed right now. Tangents, tangents. On a side note, a shot out to Ms. Janine, over at The Coveted, one of my favorite new blogs.

Another reason this outfit didn't work... Eva went accessory crazy, and this necklace was too heavy for this standout dress. It's like wearing smokey eye shadow with heavy lipstick. It's making my head hurt just staring at her neck line... make it stop. Btw, are these Chloe frames?

Bloggers Brunch: Details

2007-07-05T12:20:00.000-07:00

HERE is the info for the bloggers brunch hosted by yours truly and Lady. The brunch is open to bloggers and readers, so if you'd like to meet other fashionholics, send a little email my way.

WHO: NYC Fashionistas

What: Bloggers (and readers) Brunch

Where: Eatery NYC

When: 7/7/07 @ 2:00pm

I'd love to see you all there!

xoxo.

Model Citizen

UPDATE: A few of you have sent me emails asking if there is a fee, if you have to be 21, and if it's too late to RSVP so here's the scoop!

You do not have to be 21 and over to attend! Eatery is a public restaurant, not a bar!
Also, it's not too late to RSVP, even if you didn't, stop by we'll make room for you. You DON'T have to be a blogger to attend, although several bloggeratis will be there (and hot slut Bryan Boy will be there in spirit) the only fee, is whatever you choose to eat (or not eat). So stop worrying about what to wear, just come as you are, and have a couple laughs.