Wednesday, March 25, 2009

Thom Browne vs. Tom Ford


In the battle of the fashion T(h)oms, who has the best ads? Tom Ford's ads are like his clothes: flamboyant, confident, expensive and extremely tailored. Thom Brown's are kooky, eccentric, retro and robotic. You be the judge. Above, Thom Browne. Below, Tom Ford.

Tuesday, March 24, 2009

Vman FAIL



The new cover of VMAN is vile. It combines the worst of Miami Vice (rolled up sleeves on a blazer, blinding neon colors) with the worst Pradaisms (pink lace leggings/longjohns). This is not even remotely directional (as the stylist might say, defending their zoot suit), it is downright unattractive. Readers, this is not fashion for the fearless man, as the cover announces. It is fashion for the clueless man.

Monday, March 23, 2009

Kanye starts denim line



Our obsession with Kanye's eccentricities is well documented. Well, it looks like the singer is putting his considerable crazy to good use. After a much mocked performance on American Idol, where he wore an all denim-ensemble, Mr. West has joined forces with UK-based denim peddler Religion for a line of his own namesake. Here's to hoping it goes better than the ponytail.


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Friday, March 20, 2009

The look of the week: the best under $100 suit



Opening Ceremony and cheap Japanese fashion retailer Uniqlo have collaborated on a linen suit that retails for an astonishing $120. Available March 19 at Uniqlo, 546 Broadway, New York and all other US Uniqlo stores; (877) 486-4756. [via The Moment]

Thursday, March 19, 2009

Oscars of Fashion announced: Band of Outsiders against Calvin Klein


The Council of Fashion Designers of America announced this week the nominees for its annual achievement awards. Patrick Patrick Ervell, whom we told you about during New York Fashion Week, is one of the nominees for best new designers. Other nominees in this category include Tim Hamilton and Robert Geller. But the biggest surprise is that our beloved Band of Outsiders snagged a nod in the best menswear category, up against, of all people, Italo Zucchelli of Calvin Klein. Band of Outsider's look is casual and formal, combining tux pants with duffel jackets, or tuxedo jackets with clip-on ties. It's this high-low combination that lets Sternberg getaway with such concoctions as the three-piece suit in blue nylon above.

Wednesday, March 18, 2009

The Most Amazing Watch Ever



What if your watch, instead of being divided into 24 hours, was divided into activities? One hour for lunch, two hours for shopping, 5 hours of work. The Mr. Jones watch (a bargain at just $145) comes with a daily planner installed, sort of. "The dial shows a breakdown of what average people do on an average day, so you’re able to see what you yourself should - on average - be doing at any time." According to the Watchismo Web site, only 100 of the Mr. Jones watches have been made, making the odd watch " a cult brand in London." Click here to see the watch in action.

Tuesday, March 17, 2009

We know you like expensive clothes



In February, we told you about a $43,000 suit from Brioni. Well readers, you may want to sit down for this one: Balenciaga, the legendary fashion house, is not asking $43,000 for a whole suit. They're asking $50,000 (!!) for just one top, one beaded, shiny, ridiculously expensive top. Again, we say, What recession?

Monday, March 16, 2009

How to tie the perfect scarf knot



Kempt is one of our favorite fashion blogs. They have directed us to an instructional video of a major pressing issue: how to tie the perfect scarf knot. Now, this may be coming a bit late, seeing as Winter is finally going away, but the New York fall shows showed us that skinny scarfs, or even sometimes big scarves made out of soft fabrics will be in style throughout the year. This video will come in handy next time you strap on your favorite, 50% cashmere-50% silk Normann Copenhagen scarf.

Friday, March 13, 2009

The look of the week: Karl Lagerfeld


We can't stress this enough: Karl Lagerfeld is the man. An amazingly
ridiculous, ponytailed-at-70, white-haired, lippy man. I think when
you've reached 70 (or more!) no one should tell you how to dress, and
for that Kaiser Lagerfeld: we salute you!

Thursday, March 12, 2009

New menswear line: Corpus



It's hard for all the fashion blogs to agree on something, but Kempt, The Pursuit Aesthetic and New York's The Cut are rallying for Corpus. The California-based design duo has found shoppers in Barneys, Steven Alan and New York's Oak, and they have designed a diffusion line for Urban Outfitters. This year, they won the coveted Ecco Domani Fashion Foundation Award. In their interview with New York, they say they appreciate the brand Ralph Lauren has created. The influence is clear to say. Their clothes combine preppy with hipster, often featuring cute touches like nautical motifs and high arm holes.

Wednesday, March 11, 2009

Start buying fishing waders



At the end of Milan Fashion Week, the big trend for Fall are shoulders, but the Prada show had the models walk out in rustic fabrics, and most importantly for us, waders. Big jellies, and fit-for-a-swamp waders that will for sure make a big splash in the coming year both in women's and mens' shoes.

Tuesday, March 10, 2009

Silver Dagger's "Controlled Bling"






There are two types of shoppers in a recession: 1) broke, with no spending money. or 2) filthy rich, but feeling guilty about flaunting said money. Last December, Tina Brown's Daily Beast famously exposed the stealth-shopping habits of the spouses of wealthy CEOs. It seems these women ask high-end retailers to brown-bag their Hermes scarves and thousand-dollar gloves lest someone see them flaunting their riches while the rest of the country staggers through the recession. Well, with Silver Dagger you won't have to brown bag your couture. In the menswear trade magazine DNR, Silver Dagger says that they specialize in "controlled bling:" rhinestone embellishments that come in tribal or skull shapes. "It's blingy, but classy," says Serge Abecassi, head designer. Silver Dagger counts Hulk Hogan and Alfonso Ribeiro from Fresh Prince of Bel Air as clients. Above: Hulk Hogan wearing the Silver Dagger cross buckle.

Monday, March 9, 2009

The Spring Wardrobe

men.style.com calls oni-ki an online shopping mecca. We decided to check out this place to see how much putting together a simple spring outfit would set us
back. Buyer beware. From top to bottom:


These are Linda Farrow Projects x Damir Doma Wayfarers, but at 231
pounds ($326) the only people who can afford them are those
missing investment bankers Gawker says have been fleeing to Argentina.


Raf Simons & Fred Perry Mesh Vest:
As we said earlier, one of the big trends for Spring is orange. Who
doesn't need a 109 pound ($154) orange mesh vest?


Folk Slim Short:
These shorts cost $120 because they are made out of 100% Japanese
cotton twill. Buy at your own discretion if things like organic cotton
twill are important to you.


Martin Margiela brass keyring:
At 139 pounds (almost $200) this is fabulously
extravagant. Like Puffy or Kanye would have one of these. Approve!


Raf Simons & Dr. Martens classic sandals: We also love these sandals, and would
consider (only consider!) paying 170 pounds ($240!) for them.

Friday, March 6, 2009

The Look of the Week



Somebody finally (!!!) got a picture of Kanye West's ducktail aka The Mullet.

Thursday, March 5, 2009

New affordable clothing for Spring

Standard Boutique is one of our favorite online shops for affordable and
hip clothes. They carry such labels as Trovata, Marc by Marc Jacobs,
and Juicy Couture. Right now they're having a huge sale. This is an
appropriate site to start putting together your spring wardrobe.


Ray Ban Aviators: These are the signature Aviator frames from Ray
Bans, discounted at 50% to just $70. The shipping fees are likely to be less than oki-ni because Standard ships from the US.



Rxmance tee: Another brand name for dirt cheap: $17



Juicy Couture waistcoast: Everyone knows a vest is a great way to spruce up your wardrobe. This one from Juicy Couture will set you back $68



Chip & Pepper "Shack Up" Jeans: Chip & Pepper is one of those companies that are constantly outshone in press by bigger brands like Tru Religion and Seven for All, but that constantly make solid, good-looking denim. This pair of jeans are a bargain at $56.

Wednesday, March 4, 2009

Fur Hats are In!



According to the New York Observer, the inauguration's most lasting fashion impact came not from Barack Obama's skinny tux, but from Aretha Franklin's fur hat. In a new article, and slideshow, the paper says that these huge hats started showing up when Kate Moss wore a white Russian hat on the cover of Vanity Fair. But they have appeared everywhere since the inauguration, from Sundance to all throughout fashion week. "Often made of fox or rabbit fur, the style of the hat ranges from the classic Russian hat that covers the ears to the Siberian-style round hat that makes it look as if a small animal curled up right on top of your head." Check out their slide show to celebrate the year in hats, so far.

Tuesday, March 3, 2009

French Vogue gets frisky



Steven Klein is fashion's provocateur. Just check out his Web site for proof. He's brought us Justin Timberlake bloodied, and Madonna in a twist. Last month, he was one of the photographers chosen by French Vogue to pay tribute to the model of the moment, Lara Stone. In his version of The Dark Knight, it's the girl who abuses the The Joker, not the other way around. Take that Maggie Gyllenhaal!

Monday, March 2, 2009

Patrick Ervell menswear



In a week when everyone's (Duckie Brown, Calvin Klein) showing tough looks for Fall, Patrick Ervell showed clothes fitting of a shy school boy abroad living on his parents' pension. "There was a fragility to his clothes that was almost feminine in the conventional sense," Tim Blanks said at men.style.com. Ervell's man is shy, unassuming, prone to wearing attenuated shearling jackets and beige sweaters. The yellow overcoat below, however, is standout.