Generally i like it...

I really liked the Marni Mens Spring '10 Show/Lookbook. It all seemed accessible, fresh and easily wearable. Also, in a strange way the accessories seem right. I mean "do it." Carry a wallet/clutch with your suit. Or get a tote packed with gold hardware. I also kept thinking of Beaker when I looked at the model with that long face and stance. Fits right in, no?







I liked it so much that I said to myself, "I don't remember Spring '09 being that great." But I am an idiot! Spring '09 was real real good. I dig the stick up on the side of the hair. Might try it. Also, the first model here gives me a stitch of comfort because him and i might have the whitest legs out there. Pale Pale Buddies.

Muggle Style...

Only 14 days left until all of our eyes get to witness the milestone that is going to be Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince. I can't wait. This amazing layout of Emma Watson aka Ms. Granger just made me even more excited. I am here to say it again... Teen Vogue is so hip. They have to work harder and I think it shows. So patience kids, just stare at that white Burberry dress in the bottom photo and whatever that killer pelt is and countdown the minutes until we get our fill of Inferi, Pensieves, Patronus' and some all out brawls!! People are going to die... i am not ready.

Spring Is Here &...

Spring is officially here and I pretty much want everyone to look like this now. I know. I know. I never shut up about Christopher Bailey for Burberry Prorsum but get real with this collection. I've got the pale thing working for me but I just don't know how to get this thin without breaking the law. The plaid lining in the blazer towards the bottom... I'd take take a bullet for that tartan.

Mens Fashion Week FW09...

So Mens Fall Fashion Week coincided with Sundance therefore I am way behind on checking out all the goods. So far it is pretty obvious that the word "recession" is officially in the air. Basics in neutral colors (mostly black) are coursing through the veins of menswear. That being said, it is still is looking pretty good to me. I immediately went to two of my favorites and yep, there are a few things I would gladly accept as gifts. First Dries Van Noten and secondly Christopher Bailey for Burberry Prorsum.






If anyone needs to know sizing for me just let me know. Also, is it wrong that I sort of really like that white tie on the last shirt? A little Amish chic never hurt anybody, right?

Thanks Rodarte...

So I have been consumed with fashion lately (no surprise) and I have been especially consumed with Laura and Kate Mulleavy of Rodarte. I was watching videos of their shows and just wanted to thank them for introducing me to two albums that I am listening to non-stop lately. So i know the video is over a year old as are the albums but it is all worth a look and listen. Warning: This is a nearly 10 minute long video of a fashion show. I have been mocked in the past for long clips. So only click play if you want to be dazzled by painstakingly beautiful clothes, gorgeous models and great music!!


So the two songs that I really love are the first and third. The first is To The East by Electrelane off of the album No Shouts, No Calls.


The third song is Have You Seen In Your Dreams by Miracle Fortress off of the album Five Roses.
I was laughing about the cover of Miracle Fortress' album. i mean no offense because the album is BRILLIANT! But your name is so new age and this sort of looks like a Disney Princess Tribute album. But seriously you should check both of these out. Also, if you are super hip and have one a them fancy iphones you should use that neat thing that tells what song your hearing and leave in the comments who all the other songs are by.

Oh and go check out all the insane photos and videos and beauty of Rodarte here.

Ju-Ju-Junkie

New York Fashion Week is almost over. I am a JUNKIE. I spend more time on the internet during these times than the rest of the year. I will wait for more before I post all my favorites but I had to do a quick post on 3.1 Phillip Lim.


Um, this is cuter than all baby animals combined.



My bday is right around the corner and I if anybody as stumped... I WANT THESE FRAMES.


I know we saw the zipper detailing last season but I think this is shown in such a fresh way.


Amanda, you are killing me on the runway right now. First you in that Dries Van Noten dress at the FW08 show and now this? Keep it up.


All the accessories were amazing. These big stained glass necklaces. Phillip...too good.

Headed to Boise, ID?

A while back I travelled to Boise for work. Thankfully my boss at the time had impeccable taste and reserved a room for my stay at The Modern. This little hotel is amazing. It is literally an old 60's TravelLodge that has been redesigned into a chic, comfortable hotel.



I can't say enough good about the design. Such basic ideas made the staple motel room layout feel so different. I liked the color palette so much and wanted to remember it so I snapped a few photos. I think great design only enhances the things around it. I literally walked in the room and threw my apple and bag down and it looked like a photo shoot. There are tons of great photos on their site if you are craving more. Oh, and an i-pod docking station and flat screen tv in every room. Daddy didn't want to leave.