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Tuesday, August 10, 2010
Saturday, July 31, 2010
Tuesday, July 27, 2010
Sofia Bush Calls out Urban Outfitters
Recently brought to my attention by popular gossip website creator turned "Fashion Blogger"
Perez Hilton posted a t-shirt for sale at Urban Outfitters displaying the words "Eat Less" like anyone would be I was pretty shocked and offended that one they would be so insensitive to the eat disorder community and two they would promote that type of "mentality." And just recently Sofia Bush from One Tree Hill posted this open letter to the company on her blog
UO,
I have been a supporter of your store for many years, but now I'm through.
I am fortunate enough to star on a wonderful TV show called One Tree Hill. I play a fashion designer named Brooke Davis, who started a campaign on the show called "Zero Is Not A Size" and the outpouring of love and gratitude that came my way from girls and women ALL OVER THE WORLD who have body image issues brought me to tears.
To promote starvation? To promote anorexia, which leads to heart disease, bone density loss, and a slew of other health problems, not least of all psychological issues that NEVER go away? Shame on you. I will no longer be shopping at your stores. And I will encourage the tens of thousands of female supporters I have to do the same. I have fought to boycott BP. I never imagined I would also be boycotting affordable fashion.
You should issue a public apology, and make a hefty donation to a women's organization that supports those stricken with eating disorders. I am sickened that anyone, on any board, in your gigantic company would have voted 'yes' on such a thing, let alone enough of you to manufacture an item with such a hurtful message. It's like handing a suicidal person a loaded gun. You should know better.
I sincerely hope that next time you decide that making fun of serious issues is comedic, or 'snarky in a cool way,' that you rethink your decision.
With Sincerity but NO respect,
Sophia Bush
Here is my letter, in defense of all of us who have ever looked in a mirror and felt less than fabulous
Read more: CocoPerez http://cocoperez.com/page/5/#ixzz0uueEcLQo
Im glad to hear someone with a voice that can reach the masses decided to step up.
Monday, July 26, 2010
Tuesday, July 13, 2010
Dita Von Teese for Perrier
Here are three parts of Dita Von Teese's new campaign with Perrier!
Enjoy!
Monday, July 12, 2010
An Affordable "Alex" Inspired Bag
(The Forever 21 Version)
(The Original Mulberry Versions)
I've been searching high and low for a perfect satchel, and we've all seen the Proenza Schouler satchel which seemed to spark this trend. This trend soon caught fire lead to Mulberry creating its own, very popular Alexa bag (named after MTV personality Alexa Chung). Yet being the college student I am there is no way I could ever afford to shell out at least $1000 for a bag. So I continued to search for other satchels by more attainable bands and their versions of the bag. Finally after a few failed attempts at a cute and practical satchel it seems like Forever 21 has gotten it right by essentially drawing complete inspiration from the Alexa bag. So for only thirty dollars my dream had come true. The bag is a perfect size and pretty sturdy for being produced for the "lower income masses." My only suggestion would be produce it in at least one other color but hey bag beggars can't be bag choosers Im very pleased with my purchase. To get one yourself for now you have to go in store it hasn't appeared online yet. Good Luck!
Ashleeta
Thursday, July 8, 2010
Wednesday, July 7, 2010
What Caught My Eye: Forever 21
Exaggerated Cat Eye Glasses (Copy of Alexander Wang) - $7
Leatherette Handbag (Copy of Lanvin) - $22
Quilted Duffel (A Cheap yet CUTE Breeding of Chanel and Hermes) -$27
Feather Bibbed Necklace from Forever 21 - $12
Tuesday, July 6, 2010
Questions about My Personal Style
Describe what you're wearing. Please be as specific as possible.
I found most of the clothes in this photo in resale and trade shops. Both the red striped top and the bright blue high wasted skirt were from crossroads. They aren't attached I paired them together for a nautical look. The next item I decided to pair with this outfit where the cork wedges. I liked that they slimmed my ankles with the cloth ribbons and I wanted to play up and mix and match the idea of stripes (with the shirt). Lastly I chose a Birkin inspired purse made of canvas with a clean blue stripe detail to finish the look.
How would you describe your style?
I would describe my sense of style to be extremely eclectic. I don't stick to a "certain type" of style I like to play around and often my style for a day will match my mood. My favorite looks to play around with would probably be that old Hollywood style Im a huge fan of Dita Von Teese and I think she pulls of that look effortlessly. However being the fashion chameleon that I believe I am I also like the more edgy punk style and I even like to get dolled up and girly from time to time
Who are your favorite designers and why?
I think if I went over all of my favorite designers you'd never stop reading this there are so many talented designers out there today but I'll try and narrow it down to my top favorites. I love Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel that brand will always be classic a Chanel Suit NEVER goes out of style it's timeless. Another designer Im a huge fan of is the late >
Who inspires your wardrobe and why? (family member, friend, celebrity, etc.)
I take inspiration from so many places and this world is such a beautiful place I think a gal can find it in the most obscure places. I love lookbook.nu I think that and the satorialist are great places to get an accurate take on street style. Another person who inspires me is Dita Von Teese as stated before she is the EPITOME of classic style and NEVER has a hair out of place. I think the most unusual place I get inspiration is from art Im an art history major and I draw a lot of inspiration from my class I remember at one point I was studying baroque and the gold, brocade and epaulettes were to die for.
What store can you always count on to find the best items?
Without a doubt Crossroad's Trading Co. always has what Im looking for they're a resale store so you can find trendy and classic pieces for a really inexpensive site. Another thing I love about the specific store is that they have really HIGH end designer piece I once bought a LV speedy for over 50% off of the original price and being a college student I have a tight budget.
What item of clothing or accessory are you regularly wearing right now?
The item Im probably wearing the most these days would be a cuffed boyfriend style blazer. I think its one of the best finishing touches you can put on an outfit. I can look really tailored and relaxed and at the same time and when I need to go to work after class all I have to do is throw it on whatever Im wearing and I look stylish and professional.
What trend from the past would like to make a comeback?
I would really like to see high waisted wide legged trousers come back into style I loved to wear them but they lost popularity after 07' personally I still wear them from time to time because they remind me of Katharine Hepburn.
Sunday, June 20, 2010
Look of the Week: Megan Fox
The "Look of the Week" I've decided on for this week would have to be Megan Fox at the Jonah Hex premier. She wore a sizzling red Armani Prive cocktail dress with a plunging neckline highlighting a rose embellishment. As always what really seems to catch my attention are the knockout dresses that are allowed to shine with simple accessories. Fox did just that adding only a clutch and black Brian Atwood pumps in patent. Red Carpet Fashion Awards however, didn't believe the pumps were the best choice but I differ in that opinion I believe they make the dress pop more especially against her dark hair.
Saturday, June 19, 2010
If I Were King: A Look at Sean John in the Fashion Industry
I just finished watching this on the Style Network and I must say this truly inspired me. Sean "P. Diddy" Combs is one of the most acclaimed celebrity designers. With a CFDA award already under his belt he is ready to get back into the high tension world of fashion week. What really stood out to me was his determination to promote black models in the industry. Its not unknown for shows to have one or two black models in a sea of white faces. He even released a video on Youtube calling out for more black female as well as male models to attend his casting sessions. Not only will this show diversity for fashion week but the diversity with in the black community. We all come is different colors and structures not just one shade. The fact that he knows what he wants he has the means and he's not afraid to get it. So many "celebrity" designers are not TRULY involved in their own lines they're simply lending their name to a brand but Combs is fully involved in EVERY element of the design process.
See the Final Collection Here
Tuesday, June 15, 2010
Chanel Iman Opens A Boutique in Culver City
See more videos on modelinia.com
More often than not I find myself looking through models blogs or street shots of off duty models and wonder where they get their clothes and how I could possibly get my hands on them. Well just recently with the opening of the boutique Red Bag owned by top model Chanel Iman this dream became a possibility. The newly opened store is divided into two sections with the more contemporary pieces in the front of the store (some chosen and signed my Chanel herself) and the more vintage designer pieces in the back of the store. Some of the pieces in the store have even come straight out of Chanel closet. If you're in the area and have a little free time I suggest you stop by and check it out theres something for everyone.
Here's the Address
10754 Jefferson Boulevard
Culver City, CA 90230-4933
(310) 559-7332
Monday, June 7, 2010
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