Daily Archives: July 5, 2012

Sophisticated Prints

Sophisticated Prints
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Cool Finds: Balmain Fall 2012 Biker Down Jacket

Cool Finds: Balmain Fall 2012 Biker Down Jacket

It’s never too early to begin browsing for Fall essentials, and what’s more essential than a cool jacket? Balmain wants you guys to prepare for the Fall with it’s $1,906 (approximate) Fall 2012 Biker Down Jacket, which can be purchased at RESTIR. It has the similar silhouette and accenting as a leather jacket, but uses materials more suited for everyday weather. What do you think of it?

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Look of the Day: Joan Smalls

Look of the Day: Joan Smalls

A fun print is great for the day, but it can also be worn for a polished nighttime ensemble, and Joan Smalls shows how it can be done! Joan hit up the red carpet at Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week in Berlin wearing a pair of printed pants by Helene Berman, a sheer black blouse, and black ankle-cuff sandals. A simple black leather clutch and hoop earring completed her look. I love the subtle sexiness provided from the sheer top, so if we want to try the printed pant trend, try pairing it with a sheer blouse and similar ankle-cuff sandals for a sophisticated date or party night outfit.

Cool Finds: Givenchy Black Leather Billfold Wallet

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$285 Givenchy Black Leather Billfold Wallet

Covers: Telva Magazine & Glamour UK

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Kate Beckinsale for Glamour UK August 2012

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Poppy Delevigne for Telva July 2012

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Campaign (Update): Balenciaga Fall 2012

Newcomers Juliet Ingelby, Rosie Tapner, Linn Arvidsson, Sophie Hirschfelder, and Annie Kortleve pose are 80′s glam in space-invader tops, and big-shouldered jackets for the Balenciaga Fall 2012 campaign, lensed by Steven Meisel.

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Runway: Jean Paul Gaultier Fall 2012 Couture

Designer Jean Paul Gaultier gained inspiration from  poet Alfred de Musset’s “Confession of a Child of the Century,” which tells the 19th century story of a man in love with a woman who wears menswear clothing, for his Fall 2012 Couture collection. Thus, the collection included androgynous ensembles such as top hats, lush furs, tuxedo jackets, art-deco inspired prints and sheer chiffon, and leather vest paired with sheer tops. (Other sites say the collection is inspired by Pete Doherty and famous French female writer George Sand!)

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Who I Listen To: Mac Miller

I’m a day late, but check out this dope video filled with flags and cool graphics from Mac Miller featuring Casey Veggies, and Joey Bada$$, entitled “America.” Mac Miller has a very unique style that took me a while to actually like, but after listening to his mixtape Macadelic, I became a fan. Get acquainted with all three artists, because they have a lot to offer. Enjoy!

Runway: Valentino Fall 2012 Couture

Maria Grazia Chiuri and Pierpaolo Piccioli focused on dark evening wear for the Valentino Couture Fall 2012 show, being party inspired by painter Gustave Moreau who, according to the house was, “A lover of dark colors but never painted with black.” As a result, heavy brocade, painted floral patterns, intricate beading, and long-sleeved dresses in solid colors.

Campaign: Chloe Sevigny for Miu Miu F.W 12.13

Chloe Sevigny is photographed by Mert & Marcus for Miu Miu’s Fall/Winter 2012/2013 ad campaign.