Saturday, December 25, 2010
Friday, December 24, 2010
Loves & Lusts: 12 Days of Ultimate Christmas Gifts
Maybe it's a little late for a countdown (okay, completely late), but here's my '12 Days of Christmas' wish list that is still applicable even after the holidays (especially #3). Click away!
12 Photogram Prints by Job Piston - $500, Khastoo Gallery
11 Designer Condom Packs - $5.99/3pk, Proper Attire
From top left: Keith Haring, Yigal Azrouël, Jeremy Scott, Charlotte Ronson, Alexander Wang, Opening Ceremony.
10 Crazy Nails with Konad Nail Stamping A Set - $139.90, Konad.com
9 Scented Candles - $36.00 each, Tocca.com
8 oz box of Teuscher Champagne Truffles - $44.50, Teuscher Beverly Hills
7 French Lesson Panties Set - $295.00, Kiki de Montparnasse
From top left: Page One - Jeffrey Campbell, Wynn - Sam Edelman, Wilma - Senso, 252-95 - Finsk, Clik Biker Boot - Maurie & Eve, Adam - Report Signature.
5 Cartier Panthere Rings! - $$THOUSANDS$$, Cartier.com
4 "Don't fucking touch me" Studded Jackets - Also thousand$, Burberry Prorsum SS '11
3 Matching Boyfriends - Priceless, My Dreams
From left to right: Andrew Garfield, Mark Ronson, Jon Kortajarena
2 Royal Welsh Corgis - Buckingham Palace
1 AMAZING 2011!
Tuesday, December 21, 2010
6 Rain Boots That Won't Leave You Clunking Around
The sky has turned into a kennel in Los Angeles, raining cats and dogs on our sun-loving, year-long tanned selves. It bums me out to have to wear the same clunky, childish rain boots that everyone else has, so here's some alternatives that'll keep your both dry and stylish. Even if we Angelenos have to wear them only one week a year, isn't it worth it to get something cool?
Angela 7'' Lace-Up Boots - $56.99, Susan's Shoes
Jeffrey Campbell Voom Boots - $69.95, Nordstrom
Slender with a small wedge heel and sharp toe, these boots keep your feet dry AND look like normal leather boots.
Michael Kors Stormy Boot - $125, Revolve Clothing
Love this biker boot style that will have onlookers none the wiser. Also comes in classic black and a fatigue olive color.
Chanel Camellia Rain Boot - Price Varies, Everywhere
Adorable rain boots with a more pronounced heel that has the CC logo on the bottom. You'd be hard pressed to find some genuine Chanel ones as the internet is flooded with knockoffs as low as $100 up to $700. But if that doesn't bother you, eBay away!
Jimmy Choo / Hunter Croc Wellington Boots - $495, on sale as low as $197, Jimmy Choo
A collaboration between shoe god Jimmy Choo and classic British rain boot manufacturer Hunter (Choo had a collab with Uggs too! Shudder!). Although these boots have the traditional rain boot shape, the embrossed croc pattern and gold buckle makes for a chic alternative that won't have you sliding about on the rainy streets. They come in a ton of colors and two heights, plus everything but the classic black is on sale for more than 50% off right now!
Shuella Heel Covers - $12.50, Shuella.com
When work requires nice shoes, it's sometimes a drag to have haul your heels in your bag and switch out the rain boots for normal shoes. With Shuella heel covers you can wear your regular heels in the rain without ruining them. Although I wouldn't recommend them with stilettoes for the stabby effect, these covers are convenient and actually look pretty cool. Plus comes in tons of colors.
Angela 7'' Lace-Up Boots - $56.99, Susan's ShoesIf you wouldn't be caught dead in rain boots, let alone flats, I completely encourage the polar opposite: Sky-high lucite and vinyl stripper shoes a la Taylor Momsen & Lady Gaga. They'll give you the same water-resistance and likely keep you above the flood level.
Friday, December 10, 2010
You Are Invited: A Current Affair Pop-Up Vintage Marketplace
Not KidViskous Jewelry-related, but thought I'd share!
Opening party TONIGHT (Friday) 6-10pm
Bringing together over 25 premier vintage retailers and private dealers from Los Angeles and beyond, A Current Affair presents a unique opportunity to shop a select assortment of vintage apparel, jewelry, accessories, eyewear, and ephemera including the likes of Azzedine Alaïa, Balmain, Chanel, Chloe, Comme des Garcons, Givenchy, Issey Miyake, Halston, Lanvin, and Yves Saint Laurent.
Thursday, December 9, 2010
OFFICIAL Daft Punk "Derezzed" Music Video (Not TRON Trailer)
Wednesday, December 8, 2010
5 Seriously Disappointing Holiday Gift Ideas
Holiday gifts aren't always the easiest thing to shop for: There's the spoof gift, the generic gift, the guaranteed gift ($$) and the "ummm" gift. Browsing around the internet for some online shopping, I've come across some pretty interesting things that maybe I personally wouldn't buy, but I still admire and respect the creativity. But here's some gift ideas I've come across that inspire nothing but utter disappointment, second glances and spit takes. At least a goof gift is kind of funny for a second, and maybe the receiver can wear/use it once, but these will absolutely gather dust/be thrown away.
Bejeweled Mini Stapler - $3.80, Forever 21
I feel so terrible for the perhaps hundreds of children and teens that will get this in their stocking. It's like putting glitter on a jury summons.
I feel so terrible for the perhaps hundreds of children and teens that will get this in their stocking. It's like putting glitter on a jury summons.
World's Largest Gummy Worm - $35, Urban Outfitters
Do I really need to explain this?
More after the jump:
Monday, December 6, 2010
Colorblocked Crotch Chaos: Ruffeo Hearts Lil Snotty
As nonsensical as it's name, Brooklyn-based clothing line Ruffeo Hearts Lil Snotty's has taken colorblocking to an extreme, describing themselves as, "a fantasy fabricated from a lonely stoney pony rescued from the swamp of sadness like lickety-split, miracle whipp'n maiden, lil' Genius unit." Surely, they are geniuses when it comes to units.
I was first drawn to their line on Etsy with their delectable FUCK manties (man panties) and was further pulled in by the accompanying FUCK dress--I guess I was having a pretty aggro online shopping day. Six pages of colorblock later, I couldn't believe just how many variants they had of the same design principle: underwear, hoodies, leggings, tunics, dresses, tops, bathing suits and body suits all using a colorful geometric patchwork. Good luck figuring out what they're about, RHLS' Etsy Featured Seller interview is space case absurd. From their brief bio, all pieces are handmade in Brooklyn with a small team lead by designers Mackswell and Sarah using dead stock or Mom and Pop-made local fabrics (as much as possible). The designers also have a regular segment on the Threadbanger podcast that offers sewing tutorials and open source patterns.
There's no denying the obvious similarities between RHLS and geo-patchwork prince Brian Lichtenberg. But what distinguishes RHLS is just how, well, silly they are. Just take a look at their photos: hairy, muffin-topped Brooklyn hipsters, performing arts high school art direction and an overall sense of the whole process being fun. Most lines strive to be have that same striking, suffering, brooding or hyper-sexualized innocence that is the standard in the fashion world, but RHLS dares to be what fashion fears most: not being serious. It actually looks like these kids have fun for fun's sake, not it some pretentious ironic way.
See more photos after the jump:
Wednesday, December 1, 2010
You Are Invited: A Holiday Quickie Sample Sale
Why wait in long lines at stores? Tired of fighting LA drivers for parking?
You are cordially invited to our HOLIDAY QUICKIE! It's so simple, just park, and shop! :)
You are cordially invited to our HOLIDAY QUICKIE! It's so simple, just park, and shop! :)
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A HOLIDAY QUICKIE!
Shop your favorite local LA designers at deep discounts!
Saturday & Sunday, December 4th & 5th
From 11am - 6pm both days
Located at Jenny Dayco's studio:
7428 Hollywood Boulevard, #305
Los Angeles, CA 90046
(Tall brown building on southeast corner of Hollywood Blvd & Vista St)
Free 2 hour parking on Vista Street! (Whew!)
Entrance to building on Vista, buzz #305 and come on in!
Cash preferred, but credit card payments are acceptable online through PayPal.
Featured clothing designers are:
Laeken
Maxine Dillon
Smoke & Mirrors
Maxine Dillon
Smoke & Mirrors
Featured accessories designers are:
KidViskous jewelry (duh)
Ankh by Racquel Honoré
The Brallet by Jessica Hardesty
Felicity Joy jewelry
Jenny Dayco jewelry
Jennifer Shon jewelry
Lok'D by Gadgiz Galore
Sweet Evie
Hope to see you there!
The Brallet by Jessica Hardesty
Felicity Joy jewelry
Jenny Dayco jewelry
Jennifer Shon jewelry
Lok'D by Gadgiz Galore
Sweet Evie
Hope to see you there!
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