Archive | October, 2009
· CULTURE, FASHION, HEARSAY ·
Jimmy Choo 72 – CompetitionAn interesting contest from Jimmy Choo : 7 pairs of shoes and 2 bags, if you win! They are asking you to take part in a new social networking concept which will feature a photo competition to generate awareness of the vital 72 hour time window. The slogan for the campaign is ‘You, Your Shoes [...]
· DESIGNERS, FASHION, RUNWAY ·
Lagerfeld and Lily Allen Romp in the HayAs Karl Lagerfeld spent part of his childhood on a farm, it seems only fitting that the Chanel built a version of a Marie Antoinette’s barnyard in the Grand Palais to present his Spring Summer 2010 collection.
· BOOK & MAG, WEB ·
New Digital Magazine: 160g160g Magazine is a new digital magazine reviewing mostly Fashion & Art – A beautiful site layout with some great editorial, I also love the Animated Editorial like the 2 images below
· CULTURE, FASHION, HEARSAY ·
Christian Louboutin and Piper-Heidsleck ChampaigneObviously the best shoemaker, Christian Louboutin is partnering with the best Champagne maker, Piper Heidsieck and the result is nice ! ‘Le Rituel’ is a limited edition bottle of champagne that comes with a glass shoe designed by Louboutin. Drinking champagne from a woman’s shoe is a ritual that dates back to 18th century, and [...]
· EDITORIAL ·
Franken Fashion by Daniel Jackson for Dazed & Confused October 2009Franken Fashion with model Guinevere van Seenus photographed by Daniel Jackson and styled by Karen Langley for Dazed & Confused October 2009
· FASHION, FEATURED, RUNWAY ·
Milan Fashion Week SS 2010 Runway ReviewMilan Fashion Week, well it was Milan Fashion Week – classic and chic at its best and the rest does not really matter. Jil Sander’s suits with the contrasting fabric on the upper body was probably my favorite feature of the runways. Marni did not feel super Marni to me, maybe it was just the [...]
· EDITORIAL ·
Franken Fashion for Dazed & ConfusedWhat an amazing Editorial for the last Dazed & Confused (Oct. 09) Franken Fashion with model Guinevere van Seenus photographed by Daniel Jackson and styled by Karen Langley – See FULL EDITORIAL ON PAPER MODE
· MUSIC ·
Song of the Day: [10/06]J Period & K’Naan : Don’t think twice Somali born rapper K’Naan teamed up with producer J Period to form The Messengers. The duo has released a trilogy of mix tapes in tribute to some of the world’s most influential musicians. They have released mix tapes honoring Fela Kuti, Bob Marley, and Bob Dylan. Its [...]
· ART, DESIGN ·
Artdesign studio Tsesler & VoichenkoThe Russian Art/Design studio Tsesler & Voichenko have some great design pieces in their portfolio, especially the chairs that I’m in love with (below)
· EDITORIAL, STILL LIFE, WEB ·
Pedderzine: Still Life Editorials GoodnessWow ! just wow ! How amazing is the Hong Kong based downloadable E-zine, Pedderzine ! So forward…I rarely see such original and creative shoots like these nowadays! Their photographer, art director and graphic designer are just genius…
· ART ·
Emory Douglas : The Roots of Political Street ArtThis weekend I went to the New Museum in New York City for the first time. I am not really sure what took me so long to get there but I think it was a subliminal resistance to prolong my optimism towards to the museum, as a response to the negative feelings I have heard [...]
· MUSIC ·
Song of the Day: [10/05]SO FUN! San Diego resident Nathan Williams makes blistering, doo-wave rock about teenage boredom in sun-drenched suburbia. The self-described surf punk says his sound is about: “buried melody. A combination of musical influence both from my parents and friends growing up.” This means a stew of Beach Boys harmonies and the lo-fi energy of Nirvana and Sonic Youth.