OlsenLove (Blog #8)

Over the past few years I have found myself (begrudgingly) interested in the style and fashion of the Olsens. Comparable to my past interest in shows like "The City" and "The Hills" I feel slightly embarrassed to admit that I like most of what the Olsen twins have done within the fashion business. I am, of course, not speaking of the past "lines" done for Walmart from their younger days, but lines such as "Elizabeth and James" and "The Row".  Little Michelle Tanner(s) have done quite a great job of re-branding their image over the years as well as cultivating their creativity.  Below is the Elizabeth and James Fall 2011 look book.  I enjoy that it is focused on the clothing and doesn't involve location backdrops and props. It is a short, to the point, and informative look at the line.

Open publication - Free publishing - More ashley olsen

HolidayLove Blog#10

An American Holiday In Paris:

My Version of the 2011 Holiday lookbook for J. Crew.

WindowLove (Blog #9)

I absolutely love what Net-A-Porter.com did for their Fashion's Night Out 2011 pop up "window shop".  Placing scannable pictures of merchandise on the windows along with hidden prizes was such a creative and smart window display. I only wish I would have seen this in person.

OlsenLove (Blog #8)

Over the past few years I have found myself (begrudgingly) interested in the style and fashion of the Olsens. Comparable to my past interest in shows like "The City" and "The Hills" I feel slightly embarrassed to admit that I like most of what the Olsen twins have done within the fashion business. I am, of course, not speaking of the past "lines" done for Walmart from their younger days, but lines such as "Elizabeth and James" and "The Row".  Little Michelle Tanner(s) have done quite a great job of re-branding their image over the years as well as cultivating their creativity.  Below is the Elizabeth and James Fall 2011 look book.  I enjoy that it is focused on the clothing and doesn't involve location backdrops and props. It is a short, to the point, and informative look at the line.

Open publication - Free publishing - More ashley olsen

BrandnewLove (Blog#7)

I have to admit to find this trunk show I just searched bing videos for the phrase "trunk show".  I am glad I searched for a while and found this fantastic video.  Hoss Intropia has definitely found a new fan in this girl.  In researching this Spanish label I kinda have a brand crush now. Take some time and peruse their page: Hoss Intropia.  Setting the trunk fashion show in a dinner party setting is fantastic and refreshing to see. I feel this is a absolutely great way to introduce a collection.

McQueenLove (blog#6)

There are countless examples of Alexander McQueen's genius and creativity.  So many shows that were breathtakingly beautiful and many other more disturbingly gritty displays. (see below link and video)
McQueen 2001



This following runway show from F/W 1999-2000 is definitely one of my favorites.  I love the winter scene, the music, the make up, and of course the clothing.  I think its beautiful when designers bring the outside in and involve nature in their shows. I recommend checking out the other videos of this show (part 2&3) the models even ice skate. As always McQueen's shows prove to be inspirational and spectacular.

FallLove Blog#5

I absolutely love the pale pastels that Doneger had forcasted for Fall/Winter 2011/12.  Although I am not seeing a ton of pastels thus far I think they will come along nicely for Holiday and Winter.  Many retailers are staying with the classic goldenrod, burnt orange, and deep reds that are typically fall.  They stray a bit by adding a pop of abnormal color such as sapphire blue. A few of these examples are at Zara:
http://www.polyvore.com/cgi/set?id=38357920

 

     

     

ReviewLove *(blog #4)

October 4, 2011, 5:03 pm

Paco Rabanne Returns With an Edge

By ERIC WILSON

 

An Overview:

   'Manish Arora showed that he was the perfect fit as creative director for Paco Rabanne with its Spring 2012 collection.  For inspiration Mr. Arora took note from the brands archives.  Using four to five looks from Paco Rabanne himself Mr. Arora utilized his past experience from his label parlaying the two into this seasons collection.  Since founding designer Paco Rabanne was known for his incorporation of metal into fashion Mr. Arora updated the Rabanne vision with metallic snakeskin squares, foil, and metal pins. The blogs author described the dress made of snakeskin squares as a "second skin" (which I think look like a pixelated robot) and the dress made of metal pins as having appeared like a "fabulous porcupine".   Arora also used foils in reds, silver, and greens to accent paper dresses.  To incorporate the brands history of metal work Mr. Arora went as far as presenting the invitations to the show on a metal square.  Although many pieces in the show  were not for the ready-to-wear consumer Mr. Arora assured the author that more commercial versions of the collection do exist. 

1.  Silhouette and design:

     Metallic snakeskin squares- (pixelated robot)

     dress made of metal pins- (fabulous porcupine)

2.  Details:

     Metalic

     Foil

    Metal pins

3.  Color:

     Red, green, silver

     Metallic

     

4.  Fabric:

      Metallic snakeskin squares

      Metal Pins

      Foil

  

5.  Creative "Jargon":    

     Ready-to-wear

     Commercial versions of the collection

GrandpaLove???Blog#3

I had to share this picture I captured of a young man at my station and his attempt at "Hipster". Not a trend I love by any stretch but as soon as I saw him I knew I needed to grab a pic.  High hopes that the "hipster" is on the decline, we have reached the major backlash stage so I think it will be over soon. I may have caught a wiff of Old Spice as I walked by or it could have just been a sense memory of my Grandpa.  Because if anyone else had ever owned these pants it would have been my Grandpa.

To each his own though, at least the kid is trying to be different or the same different as everyone else...I don't know. We are all following at some point, hopefully this guy will stop following my Grandfathers style tips.

LeatherLove Blog#2

I have to say that I had been putting on my new leather jacket every night after I bought it 2 weeks ago.  I kept thinking if I tried it on in front of my mirror enough times the weather outside would start to cooperate. Sure enough last weekend it did and so I finally got to wear my new purchase out in public for two days....hooray!  Leather never completely goes away of course but it has been a large staple the past few years.  Leather Jackets, shorts, skirts, dresses, tops, blazers, you name it they will probably find a way involve leather some how.  Doneger forcasts it in different colors the next few fall seasons and I am excited to see what happens.  Color blocking + leather.....yes, please. Of  course I can only afford to invest in a few key pieces, and I am not ashamed to buy a trendy piece in faux leather (Zara pencil skirt is definitely in my future).  Leather is the perfect material for the seasonal transition and throughout fall. Just a few of my favorites for the season....

Zara synthetic leather pencil skirt

Rick Owens Jacket                  .....and since I can't afford Rick Owens

 

Max Azria coat

 

CityLove (blog 1/wk1)

I am a recent transplant to New York City, a tenant of not quite one year.  I have had a long standing love affair with this metropolis (as do many) as well as The Fashion Institute of Technology.  The many facets of culture here never cease to baffle my mind and expand my love for the city. Every different style proudly parades down these streets every single day.  Influence and inspiration surrounds a creative person at every moment.   In the midwest things are bottled up and controlled. Recently in Kansas City (where I am from) things have gotten better culturally.  The art, culinary, and fashion scenes have grown by leaps and bounds, however it still isn't New York.....or even Chicago for that matter.  There are still lots of close-minded yokels that can't see the world beyond their city limits.  I have to control myself from giving "are you freaking insane?" looks/responses to people where I am from when they ask me if I like living in NYC.  Ummm the answer is YES, I love it...duh.

Now that we have that out of the way, we can dive into more about what influences/inspires me and my sense of style.  I follow a ton of blogs of course, I think its a requirement.  My favorite would probably be The Man Repeller: http://www.manrepeller.com/.  The name alone is fantastic and I feel my sense of humor is a close match to the author.  I definitely use blogs as inspiration for outfit choices and where to spend my money.  I feel my style is classic, modern, with a feisty twist. I like taking girly fluffy looks and adding a rough edge to them.  Leather, studs, and biker boots definitely feel at home next to the chiffon, silk, and lace in my closet.  I look forward to expanding my wardrobe with all of you this semester.
Here are just a few pics of influence for me: