Summer is the time for ugly

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.

LOOT!

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

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Class is in

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.

Christopher Kane

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.

Go sit in the corner ...

and think about what you've done.

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

- s.

Francophilia

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.

Purchases

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.

Alexander Wang, Y-3

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.

New Marc Jacobs Ad

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

Hm ...

- s.

favorite line of 07.

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.