Shoe Laces are the New Stiletto Heel
A few years ago, stilettos were all the rage. This season, though, shoe laces dominate.
Photo by Jock Sturges. Model, Skye Stracke, in “Wild” styled by Monika Kropfitsch Marie Claire Italy.
DIY Embellished Tights Project Update
Here is an update on the progress of the DIY project I started a couple of weeks ago.
Of course, I started by gathering all of the necessary materials: Tights, needle and thread, and sequins.
Then, I separated the sequins, because I couldn’t use all of what was in the bag. I decided on the stars.
Sewing wasn’t bad, but it seemed like every time I got in the groove, the thread would run out. Tip 1: use a piece of cardboard, or the like, to give the tights some structure while sewing. The cardboard also prevents the needle from going through the other side of the tights, therefore sewing them together.
Ta-daaah! So far good, but I do want to add a few more stars and some beads. Tip 2: take some time in the beginning to figure out a color combination. In retrospect, I think I would have chosen to go with fewer colors on the stars.
Free People has some sequin-embellished tights here for $88. Mine cost a total of about $20, not including labor. I will definitely post the final project.
You’re An Insider
Pss. Here’s a little secret. I have an internet-stalker-like suspicion that Forever 21 is going to have a pair of over the knee/thigh high boots online soon. You’d better keep a close eye on the site, though. They’re likely to go fast at that price ($44.80). Get your pocket-books ready!
I usually only share juicy little tid-bits of information like this with insiders. Today, you’re an insider. Ta ta, for now!
Weekend DIY Project: Bead Embellished Tights
I have abosolutely NOTHING planned for this weekend. So, I figured I will have plenty of time to work on a DIY project that I’ve had in the back of my mind- a pair of embellished tights like the ones pictured below and spotted all over the runways for fall fashion o9. I think I already have everything I need: a pair of opeque tights (in like 8 different colors, because I am an over-consumer…don’t know which color to choose…) and lots of embellishments (left over from another DIY project that ended up being a flop). Wish me luck!
Photos: Model Sasha Pivovarova photographed by Craig McDean and styled by Edward Enninful for Italian Vogue
And check back to see how they turn out!
Cocktails
These pictures are old (I had natural hair and I think I had just descovered blush), but I thought of them when I saw this picture of Rihanna wearing a fur stole. Everyone who knows me knows that I die for my fur stole.
We have soooo many memories, me and that scarf. I pull it out every fall and wear it everyday til spring.
One of my friends calls it my “cocktail” (because it multi-colored. maybe I can get some better pictures this year).
Another friend almost saw me have a heart attack one time after I left it behind in the movie theatre. He went back to go get it for me while I waited in the car. When came back saying it wasn’t there, and I about died. He was joking.
It smells like me. So, every time someone picks it up, they’re always like: “mmm. this smells so good.”
You’ll never guess where I got it. Lane Bryant. About 5 years ago for $30.
It’s starting to bald in places, and so I started looking for a replacement several years ago.
I don’t think I will ever be able to part with it.
Unless I find a more fabulous replacement. HELP!
Spotted: Duffle Coats for Fall
At the end of last winter season, I knew that I needed a coat for this fall. I couldn’t find the right one then, so I’ve been looking intensively since the end of last season. One thing I notice was that toggle/duffle coats were appearing everywhere. Take a look.
Anthropologie Deep Woods Toggle Coat
Toggle coats left to right: 1) Betsy Johnson ivory wool toggle coat; 2) Boy by Band of Outsiders Cropped Toggle Coat; 3) Top Shop Bound Seam Duffle Coat; 4) Old Navy Women’s Toggle-Front Cable-Knit Sweater Coats; 5) Bukle Plaid Wool Coat; 6) Eddie Bauer Wool-Blend Cape
The 20% Rule
I shop online almost exclusively. My email box is stuffed with messages about this sale, and that one. Bloomingdales has 25-40% off cold weather essentials (ends today, so hurry) and Alexander McQueen is at Gilt this week…
But, even if there were physical retail stores here in town, the same rule would apply: NEVER PAY FULL PRICE!
Because:
1) we’re in a recession; and
2) I don’t like the idea of paying for shipping (I think it should be free), so if I get it on sale, I feel like at least I’m not paying for shipping;
3) If I wait long enough, I always get a coupon for the store (I just have to fight the urge to have it NOW);
4) Don’t worry, they won’t run out while you are waiting for the coupon (See #1); finally
5) 20% off is usually cheaper than free shipping.
And that folks, is how I got this:
It’s perfect! I LOVE IT!
Besides waiting for those magic words to appear in my inbox (it took a week and a half. The bag was supposed to be for my birthday.), I have gone through more than anyone would believe to find the perfect bag. Before now, I have mostly carried my ma’s gently used hand-me-downs. So, the decision on how to spend a small fortune was never mine. BUT, since it was my decision this time around it had to be THE right bag. Besides that, I am the type that once my stuff is in the bag, I carry it until the handles fall off. Which means that it has to go with EVERYTHING. Coincidentally (or not), all of my ma’s bags have.
What makes this bag perfect is that it’s very narrow, so things don’t have room to get lost; I can’t carry much other than the essentials (wallet, camera, planner, gum, lip gloss, eyeglass case, comb and iphone). Besides being extremely functional, IT’S GORGEOUS! Look at it again. The leather is so soft and the color goes with EVERYTHING! Picture it with burgundy, purple, turquoise, teal, mint, mustard, salmon, royal blue, and of course, brown, black and grey.
You’re jealous.
Remember the rule!
NyC Fashion Week: Fashion’s Night Out Recap
Arriving in NyC
Fast forward to night 2 (first night us girls just caught up on some gossip), Fashion’s Night Out!!!
We had our guide:
Started out on Seventh Ave. in Chelsea
A little wine and cheese before heading out
Went over to the Meatpacking District-Party @ Tory Burch. Apparently Russel Simmons was there at one point.
Then went around the corner…
Ingrid shopping for glasses @ Kenneth Cole
Window shopping…
Crazy people and mad paparazzi @ Stella McCartney. Kate Hudson was on her way…
We didn’t want to stand in line, so we headed over to DVF
Where Diane and Anna chatted it up
And Diane posed for a pic with us
We were hungry from all of the shopping and partying so we went back to Chelsea to the Cafeteria. AMAZING food! There’s always a line, even at like 4 am.
I had the chicken and waffles
Black Beauties: Jordan Dunn, Sessilee, Chanel, and Arlenis Cover the September Issue of i-D Mag
i-D will be the first fashion magazine to showcase women of color on the September 2009 issue.
See the video here.
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