two headed monster.

Burberry Prorsum

2009-09-23T10:58:00.000-07:00

Christopher Bailey's collection features some pretty fantastic twists and drapes:

Just sayin'.

-a.

Alexander McQueen Clutches

2009-09-23T08:33:00.000-07:00

Never did I imagine that such a dainty item as a clutch might be described as "badass"...

A. McQ.

-a.

This coat is perfect,

2009-09-23T08:28:00.000-07:00

if a tad impractical.

Pair with these boots, perhaps?

(Coat from Anthropologie, boots by Cole, Rood & Haan.)

-a.

Military Crest Pins

2009-08-29T01:06:00.001-07:00

Nice on sweaters, cardigans, lapels, etc. Tiny and pretty and classic. And some come with phrases like "GET IT DONE" and "READY AND WILLING," the former sounding more like Aubrey's mantra and the latter sounding like mine, sort of. Or something. Okay, maybe the opposite.

- s.

Social Climber

2009-08-26T01:23:00.000-07:00

Hell's bells, I accidentally bought Tom Ripley's glasses. Though mine are more square.

- s.

My Life in White

2009-08-25T18:48:00.001-07:00

A little late on the game, but Dr. Marten re-released a few classics in their "Made in Monochrome" series. The shoes are available in solid smooth white or black, details and sole included. If I can make it two weeks without cussing, I am buying myself the first pair of boots below.

- s.

some choice pieces I stumbled upon whlst perusing a couple of my favorite Etsy stores:

2009-06-29T10:10:00.000-07:00

La Meow:

Lulu Finder:

(purchased!)

Persephone Vintage:

-a.

Alma Mater

2009-06-25T21:21:00.000-07:00

Yeah, I didn't exactly love my school, but this sure beats a class ring or shotglass.

- s.

I haven't made an update in a while, and I will make a legit one soon, but ...

2009-06-21T01:33:00.001-07:00

sometimes, I drool over clothes. I mean, thinking about them. Not, like, drool onto them.

- s.

the other day, I went to Ikea for the first time.

2009-06-11T20:15:00.001-07:00

... O_O

favorite pieces:
oh yeah, plus i ate Swedish meatballs.

-a.

hm, this is rather nice.

2009-05-26T09:57:00.000-07:00

convertible!

-a.

Summer is the time for ugly

2009-05-24T01:05:00.000-07:00

Sort of. I tend to get trashy during the summer. The summer heat makes me twice as lethargic, and I often just throw on cut-offs and a random tee/tank, things that go best with bike riding and beer drinking.

Anyway, here are some ugly things I've enjoyed, available at Opening Ceremony.

I could totally see these Pegleg NYC tees at some bbq with delicious cheesburgers.

Also, omg, Maui revival line!? Remember this fugly line? Everyone would wear them with, like, neon tube socks. Regarding the model: if I got my hair cut like that, would people finally notice that I'm gay? Just saying.

Ugh, God, sorry, Aubrey. The heat makes me a little loopy.

- s.

oh my jesus, new favorite Etsy store.

2009-05-21T15:01:00.000-07:00

Her stuff appears to be, by and large, actually high-quality vintage pieces.

!!!!!!@?!!!!

a Gunne Sax dress which is actually wearable in real life!

...and also one which is not but is painfully lovely nonetheless and looks like Picnic At Hanging Rock!

La Meow Vintage

-a.

Okay, I take it back about rompers ...

2009-05-19T01:52:00.000-07:00

this one is pretty cool. Contrast collar oxford romper??? Also, I have a huge crush on Kristen Stewart.

- s.

omg shoes.

2009-04-07T09:52:00.001-07:00

from f-troupe.

-a.

via The Sartorialist

2009-04-03T20:04:00.000-07:00

- s.

LOOT!

2009-04-02T20:01:00.000-07:00

Speaking of poor, here's the full list of loot I got in NYC during spring break. I've provided some pictures, and since I'm getting absolutely nothing else in my life done, I'll number code them so you can match them up.

Buffalo Exchange:

-PRADA BALLET FLATS, palest pink with tiny bows and accompanying ribbons, $20
-Navy Trovata polo shirt with white collar and white sleeve trim

Houndstooth Vintage:

1.) Vintage striped short-sleeve button down

Alter:

2.) Kill City oversized hooded tank

Barney's Co-op (bleh):

3.) Marc by Marc Jacobs Chrissie dark wash skinny jeans

Uniqlo:

4.) Men's flannel shirt
5.) Navy and white striped shirt
6.) Plaid scarf
- Navy cotton cuffed shorts

Opening Ceremony:

- Schiesser white long-sleeved polo shirt

1.)

2.)

3.)

4.)

5.)

6.)- s.

French for less

2009-04-02T19:39:00.000-07:00

Not quite as nice as APC, but good enough. I've been combing through ebay, finding less expensive alternatives to some APC favorites.

I hate nantucket red in most clothing, but I love how it looks on moccasins.

APC: $270

Dexter moccasins on ebay: $9.99

Braided leather bracelets. You might think "surfer dude aesthetic" right off the bat, but these could go SUPER well with feminine, clean, and light spring/summer outfits. Thinking cropped shorts, button downs, striped tees, easter colors.

APC: $70

Ebay: $3.75 for two

Again, these alternatives are not nearly as nice, especially when it comes to crucial detailing and quality of material, but still, I am poor and superficial, and they will do for now.

- s.

however...

2009-03-28T11:05:00.000-07:00

i do find these studded Chloé boots to be rather charming:

-a.

upon passing by Bess on Lafayette Street...

2009-03-27T17:38:00.000-07:00

A: ah...haute goth.

S: when will this end??

A: never... it's been going on since the Middle Ages!

aggghhh Syd, come back!!

-a.

Malandrino

2009-03-19T14:44:00.000-07:00

Passed by Catherine Malandrino in SoHo today with Syd; promptly had seizure upon viewing the Spring '09 line:

Color palette: A-
Lines: A
Textures: A+
Use of metal: A+
That weird belt that keeps popping up in a number of looks in the show: D+ ... oh well.

-a.

Chloé: S09 RTW

2009-03-19T14:33:00.000-07:00

I've been meaning to post about Chloé's Spring '09 Ready-To-Wear collection, but I'm pretty much a lazy fuck, so. Yeah. Here are my favorite looks:

At times, things get a little too frilly/feminine for my taste, but overall a solid aesthetic.

-a.

not to be a douchebag, but

2009-03-19T14:30:00.000-07:00

I am kind of digging Chloë Sevigny's Fall '09 line for Opening Ceremony.

-a.

Thoughts?

2009-01-26T20:57:00.000-08:00

I really love these horse bit socks, but I haven't the faintest idea what kind of footwear to (hypothetically) wear them with.

- s.

Yarrghh

2009-01-17T19:48:00.001-08:00

Jewelry worthy of Sir Francis Drake. Both available at blackbird.

Necklace by Pyrrha Design, Inc.

Gold Ingot ring by Rust

- s.

Class is in

2009-01-14T17:47:00.000-08:00

Well, being white is cool again. Seems like most of the current trends are taking a cue from the past, that is, the look of old money. I've always loved this aesthetic, regardless of the class implications. In my opinion, though, these kinds of clothes are best worn by those who are able to create a fresher, more contemporary look ... otherwise, it makes for boring dowdiness.

New lines like Rag & Bone, Band of Outsiders, Filippa K, and Trovata all retain wonderful, nostalgic details of older lines like Fred Perry, Burberry, Aquascutum, and Brooks Brothers. I feel like bridging the gap between old and new is key in wearing this look.

Tweed, pocket square, tie, three piece suit on Look Book.

Aspinal Herringbone Merino Scarf

The Fleur de Lys, still popular.

Top Shop's take.

Brooks Brothers Navy Double Breasted Suit Jacket (everyone is ripping this off these days)

Rag & Bone's contemporary logo on vintage style brass buttons.

Rag & Bone blouse
Boy by Band of Outsiders' take on the double breasted suit jacket.

Keira Knightley (whom Aubz hates) in a flawless, classic outfit.

Other old school things I love: tweed, oiled leather, black/navy + gold, unembellished buckles, attachés, tartan, 100% wool, poplin, houndstooth, herringbone, contrast collars, french cuffs, tie blouses, oxfords, wingtips, a-line skirts, sheepskin collars, plaid linings.

- s.

Christ.

2009-01-10T12:17:00.000-08:00

i own more cardigans than Jesus.

-a.

Prada Lookbook

2009-01-01T19:16:00.000-08:00

-a.

sneakaz.

2008-12-28T22:34:00.000-08:00

my little sister's friend Zoe Sulkes decorated these sneakers for her.

they are for ballers, exclusively.

-a.

Not to be a hosebag,

2008-12-19T20:15:00.000-08:00

but I've joined Look Book.

I've listed my favorite looks, but haven't uploaded any of my own outfits. Notice they're primarily guys' outfits, haha.

- s.

2008-12-15T09:51:00.001-08:00

sydney: if i had a lot of money

i would just buy clothes

and eat wedges of nice cheese

Persistent Plaid

2008-11-26T21:59:00.000-08:00

The problem with tasteful trends is that everyone co-opts classy, nice things so much that it becomes hard to discern between wearers with good taste and clueless followers. Plaid and flannel and gingham and tartan and blah blah blah blah is so popular these days. I can't complain because it's now readily available wherever I go that I don't have to search for it. Well, that's not true; I now have to search for really special, unique patterns and colors that would go over the head of the average entry-level alt idiot.

I found this vintage Aquascutum plaid scarf on ebay. I can't afford it, but man, is it beautiful. I love the colors and the tasteful lines/stripes that trim the plaid.

It has now occurred to me that some people may find it confusing that a small asian girl dresses like an old white man.

- s.

EMERGENCY UPDATE

2008-11-26T12:35:00.000-08:00

Spring/Summer '09 preview at Oliver Peoples.

Yeah yeah, the Zooey thing is played out, but I am dying over these sunglasses, seriously. They are totally and completely perfect. Did I mention that I'm doing my image over? Er, redoing my image? Look? I'm going for a gay Audrey Hepburn + English Schoolboy + Vintage Ivy League. Kill me.

- s.

TOP SHOP

2008-11-22T21:13:00.000-08:00

Ugh, more things to want. I fell in loves with these shoes at Opening Ceremony, but I think I'd want them in black, seeing as I have enough boots in brown leather. The chocolate color is so nice, though.

These are cute ... would go nice with a pale dress.

Two obvious choice dresses.

- s.

animalia.

2008-11-21T07:55:00.000-08:00

i want a real fur coat.

and i want to eat a cheeseburger while wearing it.

-a.

Rompers?

2008-11-20T22:05:00.000-08:00

a.) WTF?
b.) No.
c.) WTF?
d.) ... maybe?
e.) WTF?

answer: a, c, e

- s.

THEY'RE BACK

2008-11-19T10:39:00.000-08:00

APC'S BEAUTIFUL ANKLE-LENGTH SUEDE BOOTS. Unfortunately, they are selling like hot cakes.

- s.

a chapter in history.

2008-11-17T00:28:00.000-08:00

one time when i was about 5 or 6, circa '91 or '92, my aunt (the fun aunt) took me out shopping and bought me an outfit that would change my life.

we went to JC Penney and picked out a light blue cropped denim blouse, with pearl buttons and a tie-front waist and a big ruffle for a collar (vaguely like this one, though not in that repulsive fabric, obviously, and not a wrap-around:),

white straight-leg jeans,

and black leather biker ankle-booties, of this ilk:

thus, good people, commenced my now-illustrious career in Dressing Impeccably And Being Better Than You.

the end.

-a.

English Schoolgramp

2008-11-11T16:51:00.000-08:00

So, instead of going the granny route, I've decided to go the grampy way. $8!

- s.

Tweedy Bird

2008-11-09T02:29:00.000-08:00

I want these so badly. They look like a picnic.

- s.

so, i've always wondered

2008-10-26T10:54:00.001-07:00

is this some kind of joke?

-a.

regarding my wardrobe this season.

2008-10-20T19:43:00.000-07:00

i'm thinking turtlenecks.

i'm thinking men's oxford shoes.

(and men's oxford shirts.)

i'm thinking oversized cardigans.

i'm thinking exclusively my gold locket, with respect to jewelry.

i'm thinking all black.

i'm thinking French.

i'm thinking Marcel Marceau.

i'm thinking furs.

i'm thinking the cracked-out yet elegant lovechild of Liza Minelli and Joel Grey (wtf) in Cabaret.

O_O

my functionality level is being forced to skyrocket for the next few months, so this is the only thing i can come up with that will work for this while still being interesting.

-a.

exceptions.

2008-10-20T19:40:00.000-07:00

while i generally find the stupid trend of flat ankle-height lace-up frumpster boots crass and irritating, i really do find these
to be quite pretty.

-a.

Christopher Kane

2008-10-20T00:51:00.001-07:00

A 17-year-old boy I met at some random party sent me a message over myspace telling me to check out Christopher Kane's line during fashion week. I came across an outdated show; the Spring 2008 Ready to Wear line. I was much more impressed with it than the newer seasons. Anyway, to sum it up: delicate, flouncy material; thin oxfords; and crazy black and blue witchboots that ended up tying together every outfit with a satisfying punch of color.

The models remind me of The Others and Picnic At Hanging Rock.

- s.

Hallo, Gov'nah!

2008-10-18T22:59:00.000-07:00

courtesy of Syd.

Frost River Packs

2008-10-12T18:37:00.001-07:00

My friend, Tom, who has impeccable classic taste and an affinity for handiness, recommended me these beautiful camping backpacks made of canvas and leather. They're made by a small company called Frost River. Unfortunately, the one I want is sold out, but at $139, I probably wouldn't have been able to afford it anyway.

Woodsman Pack

Old No. 7 Pack

- s.

"You look like a doily"

2008-09-24T19:11:00.000-07:00

Etsy seller Totusmel makes a lot of pretty, lacey accessories. Though I have some complaints with her detailing (often, her pieces have one embellished flaw that offsets them, such as a metal gear, copper balls, or skull bead), I like the overall idea.

I'll probably buy one of her more simple bracelets or necklace/pendants in the near future to complement my various v-neck tees (I know) and/or dresses.

Check out her masks: they'd make great halloween costume accessories.

Here's one that Aubrey liked (I do, too).

If I bought this, I'd replace the inappropriate ball chain with black thread.

Here's that metal gear I was talking about. Steampunk, eek.

- s.

Season Inappropriate

2008-09-22T19:47:00.000-07:00

I was going to bid on this cute vintage preppy dress on ebay going for only $9.99, but then realized that it was a summer-specific dress, and would probably have to wait 9 months to wear it. That or move to Guam.

I'm looking for an ivory/beige/off-white lacey dress (like a slip, but not as thin). One that's wispy and delicate, but not a creepy Victorian era one that reminds me of dead people in The Others. I'll probably find it on Urban, and then hate myself for wanting and eventually buying it.

A classmate told me she loved my look, and that it was very "sexy grunge, not ugly grunge ... well-fitted, redefined grunge," which made me super happy because that's EXACTLY the look I'm going for these days. That or "too busy to give a shit and thus sloppy and fucked up."

- s.

Go sit in the corner ...

2008-09-20T06:11:00.000-07:00

and think about what you've done.

From the Agnes b. fall 08 line. I kid you not.

- s.

Sophomore's sophomore line

2008-09-19T22:35:00.000-07:00

Okay, let me start this entry off negatively: I'm not as fond of Sophomore's Fall 08 line as I was their Spring/Summer 08 one. The latter seemed fresh in its debut, and I really enjoyed its new takes on simplicity with an emphasis on color and shape. I'm heartbroken I didn't get one of their dresses before they sold out.

That being said, I like the men's line this season a lot, mainly because I'm actually pretty boring and enjoy plain clothes (as I'm sure you've figured out by now). Sophomore again got Cass Bird to shoot for their look book and had Terry Richardson's hot half-asian girlfriend and the singer from The Virgins model for their clothes. Good decision, guys.

Button Pullover (I like this super dark indigo color)

Button Dress

Button Sweatshirt -- I'm sure only giant people can pull off the weird proportions of this sweatshirt.

Pocket T-shirt

V-neck shirt. Great color.

- s.

man, i could look at pictures of Chloe Sevigny for hours.

2008-09-14T21:55:00.000-07:00

and now you will too:

you're welcome!

-a.

IMPT: ROLL CALL!!!

2008-09-10T17:21:00.001-07:00

IF YOU READ THIS BLOG, PLZ STAND UP. Or comment and tell us who you are!

Aubrey and I are a little boggled regarding the high number of hits our blog gets, and we're super curious as to who reads this!

So, do us a favor and comment. :]

Francophilia

2008-09-10T05:10:00.000-07:00

Damn you, A.P.C., for creating such beautiful, hard-to-get clothes that are SO expensive. Anyway, this fall's line is gorgeous with a lot of classic pieces.

I like this entire outfit, especially the Sailor coat and zip-up boots. The forest green jeans are nice, as well.

This short duffle plaid coat is nice. I don't care that plaid and flannel have become synonymous with stupid hipster hangers-on.

Simple lace-up ankle boots.

- s.

Hair at the Chanel Pre-Fall 2008 show

2008-08-28T10:39:00.000-07:00

absolutely splendid.

-a.

just so everyone knows

2008-08-26T22:19:00.000-07:00

...i don't own this :[

-a.

JUST CUT IT OUT ALREADY, WILL YA.

2008-08-21T11:36:00.000-07:00

MAKE IT STOP.

STOP...................... STOP..................... STOP.

white Wayfarers, you are the devil's spectacles!

-a.

Buckle Up

2008-08-21T01:48:00.000-07:00

So, as most everyone knows, bike culture is huge in Portland, OR. People take huge pride in what bikes they ride (fixed gears, 'fixies,' are very popular here, but I prefer the classier road bike) and dress accordingly. Along with rolled up skinny jeans, I've noticed an inordinate number of Chrome messenger bags in this city. Chrome makes extremely practical, waterproof messengers bags that diagonally buckle at the wearer's chest, making it extremely easy to re-wear.

My beat up army messenger bag has proven a bit annoying to wear while biking. It moves around a lot, so much that I have to swing its weight back behind me at every opportunity I get. Now, I want a Chrome bag for myself.

I like the olive + red the best

Chrome's signature buckle.

Not a fixie!

lol.

-s.

purchases.

2008-08-19T15:19:00.000-07:00

some dresses i found today, much to the dismay of my bank account. although, it could be much worse--i found them at Whorever 21 (go figure, right?). though i will say, i've often found some of my favorite pieces there; you just have to dig for them. the best things are the ones there are only one or two of scattered in the far corners of the store, i find.

it occurs to me: Sydney is always posting things she bought from nice, classy places--the likes of Built By Wendy and Opening Ceremony--while i'm always looking for cheap shit on eGay and at places like Whorever 21 (props to Miss Kelly Duroncelet for coining that genius name, btw). lol. i'm so un-fancy. well, whatever. i have $750 of rent to pay every month, bitch.

-a.

i know it's old news, but

2008-08-18T19:07:00.000-07:00

i just remembered how much i loved some of the pieces from Kate Moss' Spring 08 Topshop line:

my favorite, naturally, being the Pansy Tea Dress (only in this print though):

there was also another floral dress, black with smaller magenta and yellow flowers, i think, and it had a high straight-across neckline, a more tapered skirt and fitted bodice, and the kind of sleeves that puff up and then taper halfway down the upper arm. it wasn't one of the conspicuous pieces in the collection, but on second thought i think that might have actually been my favorite. i remember we got a few samples at Nylon right before the line came out, and my boss called dibs on that one. i can't find a picture though :[

at first i kind of thought Kate was a douche for modeling her own line, but i guess that's horizontal integration for ya.

anywho, i guess what i'm trying to say here is, my favorite dress style right now is definitely a floaty (chiffon?!) floral tea-style frock. (esp. with obligatory manly shoes and beefy cable-knit grandpa cardigan.)

-a.

Autumn Nepotism

2008-08-17T19:25:00.000-07:00

FALL'S COMING. We know what that means. Jackets, sweaters, long sleeves, pants, new denim, boots. Here are a couple of my favorites from the upcoming Fall/Winter 09 line from G1 Clothing. Oh, and G1 is my aunt's line. Available at boutiques and Anthropologie (lol). G1 takes a lot of inspiration from 40s vintage clothing, but with a modern touch. The pants are famous for making asses look great, ps.

Poet Blazer

Arctic Coat and Snowbound Coat

- s.

Desira Pesta

2008-08-10T21:19:00.001-07:00

so it seems my friend Eva's sister has a line of clothing. it is quite lovely! lots of interesting geometry and harlequin details.

and her art is pretty sick, too.

desirapesta.com
on etsy

-a.

this week's edition of "i should have bought it while i had the chance, even though it would have made me a douchebag"

2008-08-09T23:06:00.000-07:00

h8 myself.

-a.

who gives a fuck about an oxford ____?

2008-08-05T10:28:00.000-07:00

me.
(sorry, that was mad gay. although, tangentially, i find oxford commas to be extraneous punctuational clutter. anyways.)

curse my size 8!! i sought out such fine specimens as these on ebay, but to no avail (sized 6.5 and 6, respectively):

(HAWT.)

although lately, as the ideal oxford has been difficult to track down in my size, i've adopted these as my rustic maw-maw shoe of choice:
i may even buy an extra pair, as i wear the ones i have almost every day, and i don't know how much longer they can withstand the spilt beer and fancy footwork (read: painful stomping) of the drunk white folks at Lit every Wednesday. oy.

-a.

don't get me wrong,

2008-08-04T17:17:00.000-07:00

i think Cory Kennedy is kind of a tard.

but those Jeremy Scott pieces are fucking sick.

a shame the last one seems to be wearing Cory, rather than the reverse. :\

-a.

oh, damn.

2008-08-02T11:50:00.000-07:00

i am actually kinda diggin' some of this stuff:

WANT. (!!!!!)

WANT.

from peeps.org. and it's so cheap! and also seems to benefit charities! O_O
(not to mention the pieces are nicely shot, and are modeled by women whose diets appear to consist of more than decaf soy lattes and Parliament Lights.)

-a.

also:

2008-07-22T08:38:00.000-07:00

in light of Syd's last post:

1. what are you talking about, my posts are just more inane, lol.

2. i want this
and this
and this

and this

kay.

-a.

Our Lady of Guadalupe

2008-07-22T08:22:00.000-07:00

my current obsession is the Virgin Mary of Guadalupe.

i am especially digging this Andy Warhol aesthetic (lol):

don't get me wrong, though. i'm not being some vapid cunt; i've always kind of been into the Virgin Mary (imagery of her in particular). i've always felt she was very much in keeping with my whole weird high-moral-standards thing, and my sort of old-fashioned (though not unadapted to modern life) values, especially with regards to feminity. purity and such. you know.

wait, this might be getting too deep for the fashion blog, lol.

-a.

Purchases

2008-07-12T13:16:00.000-07:00

Aubrey, update, because I'm reaching for straws here. Well, not really, but I think your updates are better than mine. Anyway, here are just a few things I bought recently.

Madras Smocked Sundress from Built by Wendy (summer sale!). Got it in purple, though, as navy was sold out. Multiple people have commented on the model ("the model's busted" and "that dress is cute, but the model is not.") -- I don't think she's ugly, just kind of weird looking with a weird nose.

FINALLY. I've been looking for a black leather, slim-fitting, racer/members only jacket. Fugly rainbow tank not included, fortunately.

-s.

Boyish Clothes

2008-06-24T23:21:00.000-07:00

Hi, I'm back! And I still care about clothes.

I know I've already made a post about my love for boyish clothing for women. Seems like it's catching on these days.

I went to the new Opening Ceremony in LA with my aunt this weekend and found more extensive selections of the two lines I had previously enjoyed seeing at the NY flagship store: Schiesser (of Switzerland) and Boy (Band of Outsiders' female line).

Schiesser is a revival line, one that is 100 years old and mainly makes delicate, soft undergarments and pajamas. The company has not changed anything about what went into making its original line. Every detail about its basic henleys (tees and tanks), v-neck shirts, and underwear has been kept intact. Original blue stitching on the collar, simple buttons, etc. Even the packaging -- every Schiesser piece comes in its own individual box, the clothing inside wrapped in a single swathe of linen. Its color palette only consist of basic white, grey, light grey-green, soft pink, light sandy brown, and black.

I purchased a white v-neck tee. It is impossibly soft.

Schiesser

Schiesser packaging

Schiesser tag

I know very little about Boy. The salesboy at Opening Ceremony told my aunt that is was the female line from the makers of Band of Outsiders. From what I've seen, Boy makes traditionally "masculine" clothing, but in a feminine cut. For the unfrilly girl, this is a dream come true. Unfortunately, the dream comes with a pricetag that is, um, well beyond reach. One beautiful oxford shirt I saw at Opening Ceremony was being sold for $1300. Besides that, though, Boy is a beautiful understated line that takes pride in its simple details. I hope I can afford it someday?

Mode in Oxford cloth bib shirt. Hi, Owlie!

Zooey Deschanel in Boy.

Female model in Boy.

- s.

yes yes YES.

2008-05-19T12:56:00.000-07:00

June 2008 Nicole Richie Harper's Bazaar subscriber cover.
i thought this was a 1950s artifact when i saw it.

-a.

my summer 08 style icon:

2008-04-19T21:10:00.000-07:00

Mary Ann.

-a.

...should i feel ashamed for liking these?

2008-04-19T09:49:00.000-07:00

-a.

a farewell to boots season.

2008-04-12T17:26:00.000-07:00

:(

(one last pretty pair.)

-a.

stretch marks on parade.

2008-04-08T18:54:00.000-07:00

it's that time again.

i haven't worn a one-piece swimsuit since i was 6. mayhaps it's time for a comeback.

some options, courtesy of ebay and etsy:

YESSS. oh, wait, the bid just jumped from 11.50 to 81.00. this was going to be the one, too. :\

Ahhhh. sadly, out of my price range too.

the cheaper/authentic-er alternative (er).

nice asymmetry. and it doesn't look a day over... 498?

or perhaps even an absurdly high-waisted bikini??

...nah.

or i mean... i could just borrow one of my grandma's old suits that she wore when i was a kid.
O_O

-a.

Lorick.

2008-04-01T19:57:00.000-07:00

very pretty, dignified silhouettes.

they remind me of a more grown-up Mooka Kinney.

fall 08:

spring 08:

apparently the designer, Abigail Lorick, is the designer of Blair Waldorf's wardrobe on Gossip Girl. for all you TV-watchers. or something.

Lorick

-a.

i've finally pinned down my personal style of late:

2008-04-01T10:22:00.000-07:00

Mork & Mindy by day... (yes, both of them)...

...Diane Keaton circa 19woodyallen by night:

hell, probably the both of them, too.

-a.

look at these two pieces i was going to buy on Etsy...

2008-03-05T22:22:00.000-08:00

...but someone beat me to it :( :

and:
christ, is that model's nose hard to look at.

-a.

why you so classy, Miss Audrey?

2008-03-01T19:13:00.000-08:00

-a.

HAT(E)

2008-02-27T23:36:00.001-08:00

The biggest double D tit of a floppy hat I've seen in my life.

- s.

turban hat thingy.

2008-02-26T23:14:00.000-08:00

i want one. this one:

the real thangs:

-a.

Oh, Kirsten.

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

acting skills aside, Kirsten Dunst has been (and continues to be) arguably the best dressed beetch in Hollywood for as long as i can remember being aware of her (ca. age 12).

hell, she even makes this look good:

-a.

Carnival Mirror

2008-02-06T13:17:00.000-08:00

I want so badly to punch this guy in the teeth. Nowhere else. Just his teeth. TEEF.

- s.

Alexander Wang, Y-3

2008-02-04T17:18:00.000-08:00

A friend directed me to the Alexander Wang Fall 08 collection the other day when I was feeling cranky. It cheered me up considerably. I love it, brown, black, simple delicate long pieces. Bo-hobo hats. Then I stumbled across the Y-3 Fall 08 collection, which I also love, maybe or maybe not because there was a ton of plaid in it.

Alexander Wang

Y-3

- s.

Breck Girls

2008-01-24T11:02:00.000-08:00

i was researching beauty product spokesmodels at Nylon today and found these:

Cybill Shepherd (girl crush, omg. well. young Cybill at least.)

Jaclyn Smith

-a.

DING DONG THE WITCH IS DEAD.

2008-01-23T22:57:00.001-08:00

-a.

Proj. Run.

2008-01-13T16:43:00.000-08:00

Victorya: tsk, tsk!

Michael Knight, PR Season 3

Victorya Hong, PR Season 4
COPYCAT MUCH? (not that her dress was nice or anything to begin with.)

psssh. i hate Victorya so hard.
(and not just for the reason you're thinking.)

i leave you with a well-put assessment of her prom dress on episode 7, courtesy of Project RunGay:
"What the Fu--?! Part Deux."

-a.

Robot Rock

2008-01-12T17:44:00.001-08:00

My friend, Pat, directed me to this Japanese line of street/urban wear, Phenomenon. Most of it I could do without ... general insane-o patterns and bold color combos. A few things stood out, though ... And I really don't know what's going on with their models. They freaked me out a bit. Some of them looked like the humanoid robots from the anime, Bubblegum Crisis Tokyo 2040. Pretend you don't know what I'm talking about.

- s.

Icon (haz)

2008-01-12T03:06:00.000-08:00

Icon haz chzburger koree kenndy polarbear pictoor?

Seriously, what in the eff. It makes me feel weird considering I had a cheeseburger for dinner.

insane clown couture?

2008-01-10T22:13:00.001-08:00

i think maybe my absolute biggest fashion pet peeve is when people (usually obnoxious types) truly think they dress really well/edgily, but in reality just look like an insane clown. i'm all about being adventurous/edgy in the realm of fashion, by all means. but why, oh why, are you taking what may be a decent idea and then shitting all over it by going completely off the deep end with clashy colors, absurd accessories (nice alliterations, me!) and full-on sluttiness?? didn't you learn anything about color theory in middle school art class? didn't your mother teach you only to expose your breasts to the boy (or girl. hayyy, S!) you're dating currently? COME ON NAH.

a brief (read: slightly extensive) case study (faces have been censored to protect the...er...guilty):

okay, what the hell is even going on here? "the colors, duke, the colors!!" more like the colors--(puke!)--the colors. if only you could see the enormous halos of iridescent blue eyeshadow underneath the grotesque black box (forgive me, i only have mspaint to work with on this craptop o' mine).

at first glance, this is mostly just a bit boring. and the colors are a tad troubling, again.
but wait!
....

SINCE WHEN DID ELECTRIC BLUE (SEE HEELS) GO WITH THAT *CLASSIC* GOLD-PURPLE-RED COMBO?? since never, that's when.

...
i don't think this offense really requires an explanation.

so, the dress on its own is actually kind of cool. the gym shorts, thigh-high red socks and visible obnoxiously-colored brassiere i cannot explain.

slutzilla. icing on the proverbial cake (acid washed wedding cake?), as it were.

this one is almost good. SO CLOSE. all the individual pieces are attractive: high-waisted jumper, vintage "New Orleans French Quarter" tee (hayyy. represent!), classic black nylons. my only significant complaint about any individual piece is the red shoes. red heels could definitely be done with an outfit like this/with this color palate. but pointy heels, especially red strappy patent ones, are decidedly a no-no. also, when all the parts are pulled together it almost starts to push its limits. almost.

ARE WE AVRIL LAVIGNE? WHY THE WEIRD GLOVE THINGIES?? (this was a repeat offense, incidentally.)
no dice, girly. not now.

do you know what i'm talking about? you can see where they're going with it, in many cases, but then everything gets lost in a seasick cesspool of clashing colors, tacky accessories and tastelessly revealing clothing. TSK TSK!! honestly.

-a.

Mooka Kinney.

2008-01-03T09:57:00.000-08:00

holy sheet! i love this stuff.

it should speak for itself:

flag dress, spring o6

salvation dress, spring 06

narnia dress + swan dress, spring 06

maximillian dress, fall 07

ziering shorts jumper + maeby skirt jumper, fall 07

cashmere bow dress, fall 07

mookakinney.com

-a.

"have you ever tried on American Apparel jeans?"

2007-12-31T16:23:00.000-08:00

.......

maybe one day.

one day.

one day.

ONE DAY.
O_O

-a.

_ _ _ _ Bible, burn in hell

2007-12-31T01:16:00.000-08:00

This 90s throwback must end. And not just because people I dislike wear dayglo/neon/flourescent.

Stop it.

STOP IT.

- s.

Hat(e)

2007-12-30T00:19:00.000-08:00

I really, really hate this stupid soft beret trend. This type of hat makes the wearer look like some kind of boho cafeteria lady. Actually, no, it makes the wearer's head look like a floppy tit.

- s.

New Marc Jacobs Ad

2007-12-27T14:56:00.000-08:00

Wei gave me a head's up by way of this new Marc Jacobs advertisement, featuring M.I.A.

Hm ...

- s.

Bittersweets.

2007-12-26T17:18:00.000-08:00

S made a post about some lovely macabre jewelry the other day--Yoshiko Creations, to be exact.
i am a fan of Bittersweets, m'self.
some favorites:

bittersweetsny.com

i am a fan of having a sense of humor in clothing, especially things that are traditionally very feminine, like making the subject matter of dainty jewelry things like nasty bugs and creepy body parts.
yes ma'am.

-a.

favorite line of 07.

2007-12-25T18:18:00.000-08:00

Chloé's Spring 07 collection was probably my favorite line his year.

absolute favorite. boxy, simple, covered in beautiful sparkliness. who could axe for mo'?

annie hall. my hero.

-a.

Creatures of Comfort.

2007-12-25T17:52:00.000-08:00

a nice aggregation of simple, functional, distinctive pieces by positively loverly designers.

there is a paucity of passable miniskirts these days, methinks.

!!!!

hawt.

interesting lines and shapes all around.

creaturesofcomfort.com

-a.

Graey.

2007-12-24T14:55:00.000-08:00

Graey: more feminine loveliness. (casual this time.)

favorite.

sadly, i am a sucker for leggings.

casual but still romantic.

graeyny.com

-a.

Dessous.

2007-12-24T14:42:00.000-08:00

Dessous by Sophie Simmons: pretty pretty underthings.

i want to only wear these forever and ever. as shorts, i mean.

neutral/muted colors + hyperfeminine silk/lace. eez goot.

one-piece-shorty-pj's. YES.

dessousnyc.com

-a.

modcloth.com

2007-12-24T13:36:00.000-08:00

i've been perusing modcloth.com and have been pleasantly surprised by the contents of this initially, for lack of a better word, dinky-looking site.

some token pastel retro pieces:

some pretty feminine things (retro to a greater extent, mayhaps):

(though the color palette on this one is questionable.)

some interesting, more dainty/feminine alternatives to puffy outerwear:

(this model's face, however, was a touch off-putting.)

some quirky baubles (did i just say "baubles"? ugh.):

some sweet granny heels:

not bad. not bad a-t'all.

-a.