What’s the first thing that comes to mind when thinking about the term “Glam Grunge”…? Could it be the hey-days of David Bowie, or does Mary-Kate Olsen instantly comes to mind? Whatever thoughts linger around your skull, when thinking about ‘Grunge Glam’….think of what’s hot right now. The thriving influence of rebellious accessories & clothing are running rampant through many glossy pages of fashion editorials as of late. Don’t be afraid to mix your high fashion gear…with a mad dash of non-conformist flare.

Ladies & Germs….get your coins ready for Sept 10th. As you know NYC will be wide open for potential buyers…thanks in part to the highly talked about Fashion’s Night Out. Which kicks of with night of retail incentives….for the fashion oppressed. Starting this Wednesday…there will be a public service announcement in regards to next months festivities. Which will be aired on TV, online, and even in NYC Taxi cabs…go figure! Celebrities & designers have all teamed up to help promote Fashion’s Night Out’s latest campaign which will include such notable faces like:

Sarah Jessica Parker, Sean “Diddy” Combs, Carolina Herrera, Zac Posen, Chanel Iman, Alexander Wang, Raquel Zimmermann, Karlie Kloss, Coco Rocha, Daria Werbowy, Tory Burch, Jack McCollough and Lazaro Hernandez of Proenza Schouler, Oscar de la Renta, Rachel Roy, Vera Wang, Ashley Olsen, Jessica Stam, Donna Karan, Diane von Furstenberg and Isaac Mizrahi.

I’m definitely curious as to see some of the ads spots….stay tuned for more info. More Views After The Jump!

While the idea of shopping via JCPenny may kick up some crazy feeling for some…there are those who don’t mind breezing by their local JCP stores. I’ll admit that I barely paid close attention to the I Heart Ronson By Charlotte Ronson collection. I guess you can say that my brain & eyes can only handle but so many diffusion collections. But when taking some time out to investigate the I Heart Ronson collection, my eyes were some what pleased by the looks. Definitely fitting of the juniors scene….and yes it’s affordable which is perfect for the hardcore budget shopper. Prices are pretty decent and start anywhere between $15 for a pair of leggings, upward to $72 dollars for a bomber jacket. The collection as a whole…definitely has that commercial city vibe everyone is lusting over at the prior moment. Currently the I Heart Ronson By Charlotte Ronson collection is available now in select JCPenny locations nation wide & via jcp.com. Are we loving the collection? More views after the jump!

Well, that’s what WWD is saying according last weeks reports. Liberty of London, best known for their floral textiles, fashion, & furniture is in talks with Target about doing a collaborative collection. Reports state that the collection could develop for the spring, which would feature Liberty print – both on clothing and accessories. This would definitely be an interesting look for Target stores…..which would also explain the mysterious influx in prices. You know I had to put my two cents in…..Target already has a strong line up of past collaborations with fashion’s elite. But the question lingers….will Target break in the near future with so many fashion collaborations? Let’s be real for a moment! Teaming up with fashion’s elite costs money! And you know who really pays in the end….the consumer!

GEEZ…I know some folks have been making a big stink when it comes to Rihanna’s ever evolving sense of style. In fact, in the last month or so….many of the headline topics focused on her vamp-styled nails….which unbelievably grew on me. It all began, when she was spotted a few weeks ago rocking shocking apple-red spike nails. Which I thought in her case, where pretty hot. I personally wouldn’t know how to go around rocking ultra-long acrylic nails at this point in my life. Especially with all of the computer work that I do…I’d drive myself totally nuts. But all I do know is that, I’ve stopped getting my nails done since 2005! I was tired of trucking to my favorite nail salon in Brooklyn after working a 8 hour shift. Along with the accidental breaks, and the over the top frantic worrying that I would rip my natural nails off. The stress was too much to deal with. And it’s crazy because acrylic has always been favorite solution. Years ago, my nail technician Fanny, used to mention her UV Gel option. Naturally, my brain totally ignores what’s in the “new”…and follows old patterns that I’ve personally grown accustomed to. Since then, I’ve been hearing tons buzz about UV gel – yet never attempted to try it out. And lately a lot of women have been using the technique…thus leaving them with super neat, lightweight, and natural looking nails. So add that theory of UV GEL overlay…and spiked tips…and what do you get? Dope nails created by Karolina. The 24 year old is a qualified Nail Designer of 9UV GEL), who works part-time from her home in Beddington London. Talk about skills….this girl has everything down packed! And can make the most unattractive of nails look like a million bucks after a session with her. I scrolled through her entire blog…because my eyes lit up off of the numerous designs done with UV GEL & Acrylic. She’s also created dope looks with the spike nail trend which is serious catching on right now…and I think you guys should really check out the options available, before throwing up the red flag on what Rihanna has been working with at the prior moment. Check out a few of my personal favorites after the jump!

Photo Credit: FAME / Karolinatryc.blogspot.com

It’s like the summer flew over our heads….and the fall is waiting to make its arrival. But before it does, there are tons of cool kicks to cop before the leaves start falling. I am taking about…RIGHT NOW! One of my favorites thus far for the summer has to be the Nike WMNS Blazer Low Classic in New Magenta & University Blue colorways. There is something about the bold colorways that simply make my eyes pop-out of my head. And you ladies, surely know how I feel about color…..it’s like my daily supplement. In addition to the tricked out color scheme, perforated detailing caps things off…giving you a seasonal look which I am most definitely feeling. According to Sneaker News, these Nike WMNS Blazer Low Classics are available now in Asia and will be hitting US shelves really soon. Available now via Dunk.com.cn – More Views After The Jump!

Let’s face it….the 80’s glam era has seeped itself into the mainstream….yet again! Bringing the return of the Wayfarers, asymmetrical cut hair styles, dresses, and more. Huge accessories are back….and well the decade of all things big is back and so is neon! Neon is everywhere…on shoes, handbags, nails, and yes the everyday accessories…..the question is how far will you go to rock the neon?