FIRST LOOKS OF THE SEASON: S/S 2011 NYFW!

AND SO IT BEGINS...

They are quickly surfacing photo to Nylon and other publications of the first shows that began taking place early this morning at Lincoln Center in NYC! Here's a small dose of whats to come this season!

NEW TALENT>REOCCURRING FASHION DESIGNER

Richard Chai S/S 2011:

SO AMAZING, and so flirty! What can I say!?

VENA CAVA S/S 2011:

I love this whole collection! It's so modern woman chic and is a perfect forecast for a beautiful S/S 2011 season! It's a pretty style that they are going for, but it shows the raw edge from the everyday woman. It flows nicely, and I'd like every piece...please!

WHIT S/S 2011:

I'm loving the color palette along with the wring-tied turbans. And they pulled really nice prints for the dresses. And as for that shoe...well i'll let you answer that!

photo credit: Nylon Magazine

PACKING FOR NEW YORK FASHION WEEK:

    

      Ain't no sunshine when I'm gone...

           It's been 6 weeks and my Texas summer adventures have finally came to an end. I'm back in Los Angeles, and up at 2:52am on the night before I leave for NYC for all the fashion week festivities. I'm in the middle of a crisis trying to find wardrobe and I'm the type who plans around my outfits for all the different events. Things are finally coming together though! And I probably wont get any sleep, but some jasmine green tea and a granola bar will get me through that horrendous flight back east. I've never been a fan of flying, even though it's the most practical way to travel in this day and age. You can call me old fashioned, but I prefer to be fashionable while on the ground, or at most in a car! hehe!

Anyways...

Wednesday, September 8, 2010- Daylook

*horrible Iphone photo

(Silence + Noise faux leather vest, Josephine Chai printed summer turtleneck, Banana Republic newsboy pleated shorts, vintage Beatle boots, Posso the Spat turquoise ankle spats, black turban, vintage jewelry, and Neiman Marcus black cuff)

Wednesday, September 8, 2010- Nightlook

(Silence + Noise faux leather vest, Isaac Mizrahi for Target dark purple extra long tank, Howl silk printed harem pants, We Who See black suede wedges, vintage jewelry, and Posso the Spat leather skin cuff.)

My amazing friend Jocelyn giving sass. I was so glad she helped me pack. I always appreciate a second opinion!

       So I decided to share a few photos of the mess I created, and what came out of it! After 5 hours, I was completely ready to start my fashion week journey filled with millions of things happening! I packed WAY too much, but I wanted plenty of options and no room for regret. My overall desired/sought after look is a mix of color, with a dash of oversized pieces for that chic draping look, and plenty of great prints that are either vibrant hues or monochromatic shades. Alot of the outfits I put together seem to resemble a futuristic space suit or galaxy inspired ready to wear from 3020, but i've taken my inspiration from Basso & Brooke Fall 2010, which is a great reference and not to mention to die for! I love the silhouettes they design. They are each unique in their own way. And it's all so workable in my closet! 

++ It's a major look i'm feeling going into the upcoming months for fall/winter!

B&B A/W 2010

In other news..

I also got back the final lookbook from a shoot I did with a German vintage label based in LA called Weltenbeurger, meaning ("World Citizen" in Deutsche) back in July. I was so happy to be a part of this shoot. It was so fun and I can't wait for future endeavors to come with this new pop up store! We're already in the works of planning to shoot me for the online web shop sometime soon when I return! He rushed it to me right when it was finally completed for viewing, because we have been anticipating the finished product ever since the shoot was over! To be honest, it came out better then I'd expected! Caught me off guard! But I love Christina Von Messling's work. She has a keen eye when it comes to editorial! She is such an inspirational fashion print photographer! Check out her site when you have a chance:

CVM'S BLOG PORTFOLIO

and take a peek inside the online webshop for the store at:

WELTENBUERGER VINTAGE

He mainly carries hand picked one of a kind pieces from various era's and a wide selection of accessories, shoes, and clothing. It's very well priced and definitely worth it for your wardrobe! You don't find one of a kind pieces just ANYWHERE...

 Thanks again Bryan. I love your sense of styling! xo

It comes out next week! So i'll be sure to post the final looks when I finally can! :) Got to get going, the whole fashion world is waiting!

Ciao xx

;;RE-EDIT ;;RE-EDIT ;;RE-EDIT

I'm currently on the plane en route to NY and I've decided that I love where technology is going. It's my first time using the Gogo wifi internet traveling at 30,000 feet. I'm online shopping, blog loving, and going over things in my head all while i'm flying. Who settles on sleeping and books for entertainment anymore?

I had one of those crazy airport mornings. I hate those and i'm still recovering jet lag from flying in from Dallas about 36 hours ago! Major rainstorms made my flight unbearable and spooky. Since I brought more then I know what to do with, I look like some random bag lady on that show Hoarders. This is basically the look that i'm wearing for my flight today. It's super minimal. I have this weird obsession with looking my best at the airport. Thats where everyone seems haggered and out of energy all the time... Now i'm ready for my arrival.

Still have 2 and 1/2 hours of flying left! :'(


Oh well, heres a style look alike of me today!

Details: Zara lace up black leather boots, Zara black equestrian pants with suede panels and zipper detail, OAK basic black long tshirt, random vintage jewelry and rings from grandma, circa 1970's Givenchy Monte Carlo sunglasses, UO Rat Pack fedora, Marc Jacobs black leather hobo bag with fox tail, and making it completely over the top with my Members Only purple/black dip dyed faux fur vest. This hautefit was made for jetsetting!

IS THIS A LITTLE TOO MUCH DETAIL?

(Here is my Members Only fur vest I'm sporting and secretly melting in today! Circa May 2010)

Enjoy your fashion weekend where ever you are..

xx

WORSHIP WORTHY WOMEN: STYLE ICONS OF PAST & PRESENT

BIANCA JAGGER:

She was the former wife of Mick Jagger, and in recent years a social and human rights activist. She gained coverage in the 70's during the days of studio 54 for her fabulous style and courageous efforts as a well manicured socialite.

pictured in a Bill Gibb kaftan

well known for her hats and exotic neck pieces

Halston hooded dress at Studio 54

YSL white tuxedo, she turned a masculine men's tux into a feminine women's staple item

portrait of BJ in late 70's

ANNA DELLO RUSSO:

One of the most well known and respected fashion contributors to walk the planet. Anna Dello Russo is the creative director of Vogue Nippon and an haute couture extraordinaire. She owns some of the priciest and most hard to find pieces from designers worldwide. She's been a collector of designer wear since age 14 and isn't stopping now. Designers look to her to provide direction and help sustain balance in their collections. I love her wild mouthed eye for style. 

pictured in Dolce & Gabbana dress

at Paris Fashion Week

pictured in D&G gorilla fur jacket

on the streets of Milan

in Louis Vuitton @ LV Show; Paris Fashion Week

MARCHESA LUISA CASATI:

A muse to many and a huge arts patron, Marchesa Casati was known for her eccentric and peculiar taste in fashion. A riches to rags story, she was a fashion icon and and is greatly remembered by many creative types.

IRIS APFEL:

Iris Apfel and her husband started their company "Old World Weavers" in the late 1950's. Over the years, she took place in various design restrorations. Her most notable being the White House restorations that occurred during 8 presidential sittings from Truman to Clinton. She lectures about a variety of fashion topics including her personal style. In her later years, she's became a muse to many designers who look to her quirky old lady charm to bring inspirations for collections to come.

in NYC

at a fashion event in Balenciaga

known for her colorful taste and overly sized jewelry

self portrait

pictured at home in Miu Miu

JOSEPHINE BAKER:

Baker was an African American born, French singer, dancer, and actress. She defied cultural beliefs by becoming the first African American to star in a major motion picture. She was nicknamed "Bronze Venus" and "The Black Pearl" during her years of work. In her later years, she spent much time promoting and leading civil rights movements under the right arm of Coretta Scott King. She was statuesque and completely timeless. There will never be another Josephine Baker. A woman of class, fashion, and freedom! LOVE HER!

ISABELLA BLOW:

When thinking of Isabella Blow, all that comes to mind are the words "timeless" and "iconic". She was definitely both. Known for her eerie style and outrageous hats, she's been stalking through the fashion industry since the late 80's. Working as an assistant at Vogue in the late 80's while later becoming the creative fashion editor at large for Tatler magazine in London. The late Isabella Blow was a muse to famed hat designer Phillip Treacy and a inspiration to many colleagues in the fashion world. She will always be remembered, and never forgotten in the world of avant garde.

LOOK #243

Lately I've been really inspired by the fall 2010 collection from Chanel. The fur capped booties with ice block heels l want a pair so badly!, but the retail is probably outrageous. Here is my own aspiration I drew from the looks. I've been playing with fur coverings and I transformed my ankle boots to knee highs!!!

(Slow fur wrap, American Apparel mesh t-shirt, Zara equestrian pants, vintage boots and jewelry, brown fur coverings)

(Up close shot of jewelry and wrap)

I really love the variation of the boot with the cap of the toe showing at the bottom. 

Channeling the winter wonderland at Chanel F/W, no?

and also previewing my latest obsession. My good friend Keyla of Howl sent me this piece! I loveeeee it!

It's a blank tank dress with back detailed lace strips hanging from the shoulders down. Check it out at www.howlclothing.com

(Side view, paired with silver leggings, black Dr. Martens, and vintage jewelry)

(Back View) How amazing is the back of this!? It reminds me of suspenders from behind!

(Up close shot of back view)

I cant wait to wear this out! It's my favorite piece right now! I'm off to catch a flight home for a week or two!

CIAO XX