I know I am like a day late on this…..and while everyone seems to be at a high road with Lily Allen being the new face of Chanel’s A/W ‘09 campaign ads…I’m still wondering why did Unkie Karl really have to go with Lily? For some reason I feel that this was a last call shoot. Or better yet, the Karlster needs a better staff to help shoot him some interesting names of folks who make rock things the right now. (Clearing throat)…perhaps we could use some Estelle, Zoe Kravitz, dang I’ll even take a quick glance at Lady Gaga right now. I’m saying…I loved me some Lily (circa 2006), but it’s like now her presence (like so many celebrities) lately is so irrelevant. Shoot sometimes I wonder why I even bother to pay attention to them (celebrities) in the first place. Then again I’d be out of a job…ha! But seriously…can we get on the topic of Lily Allen. What makes her that special to be featured on this autumn’s campaign? Black and white photos embodying the whole ‘Breakfast At Tiffany” motif seems a tad bit played. Especially for such a sporty looking collection of arm candy….do you really think that Lily set the scene? Perhaps she’d fit better in modeling off more of Fall-Winter’s 09/10 – Pre Collection of sinfully luscious bags instead of the Coco Cocoon collection….don’t you think? Ahhhh…but what do I know? For goodness sakes, Lily is always spotted at Chanel runway shows. She rocks the latest Chanel handbags…and it’s very obvious that is he a die-hard Chanel follower like the rest of us. You already know that I’m way too busy swooning over the Coco Cocoon bag more over than Allen. Her Karl-esque stance in the photos really does nothing to heighten my appeal for the campaign….but the bags are pretty cool! Reversible….and practical (for everyday use…but not in price) the Coco Cocoon collection is slated to hit perfectly dusted Chanel glass shelving coming October. Alright….so I am ready to ask Unkie Karl to spice things up and let Lil’ Kim run next springs campaign…that might really make heads pop and roll! More views after the jump!


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Oh damn, I just remembered that I’ve been seriously lacking on the sneaker front! Please….my brain has froze itself someplace between thinking about food, along with other high demanding issues that continuously plague my life. Since I’ve totally neglected my second love (food comes first) – I decided to check out one of my many favorite sites Sneaker Freaker to catch up on some sneaker news….and it lead me to think about reason why Adidas will continue to remain my third favorite brand (Nike, first with many others stuck in second place). With it’s initial SLVR collection launch early this year, Adidas set fourth on stepping back into the game with a very fashionable concept. Yet, I (personally) have yet to grasp anything the collection has to offer. If you are looking for logos plastered on everything….think again! The collection screams minimal across the board. Which is perfect for that In-Style mag type of personality. Meshed platform kicks are interesting…..but still I can’t see myself rocking them. Yet there are those who can actually pull the look off in total ease without trying to hard. The question is….are we loving it? My answer is still up in the air…and you ladies know I am not good for sugar coating reviews what so ever. More views after the jump!


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I’ve always had a thing for denim vests. I mean…it was the hottest thing since “sour power” candy back in the day. And still has managed to become one of those iconic staple pieces….well at least I like to think so. Yeah, we know that fashion is all based on sheer opinion…recycled trends…which can make for a boring combination if you stand around long enough to think about it. But let’s be real…the recession has everyone (including me) making due with what we already have set in our closets. Ah…no more bragging about what you’ve copped during the spur of the moment rage of spending! Who cares if your bag costs over $3,000….and who could give a damn about the next hottest trend….right? WRONG! Realistically, you can do so much even when the Dow Jones continues to kick everyone in the ass. Think “REUSABLE” always…that’s why I think everyone should be denim IN-VESTED! The thing that I love most about denim vests, is that it has to potential of making your ensemble stand out. Whether your rocking your favorite dress, heels, shorts, or whatever you may have on…a finely tapered denim vest can spruce up whatever is covering your back. Check out the details after the jump!


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Hey Ladies, I’ve been missing in action due to a very important behind the scenes project that I have been working on all week, hopefully it will be fully completed within the next few hours. Until then, I have a list of “Trend Filing” to catch up on. One in particular comes in the lovely form of the “Boyfriend Blazer” which has really been grabbing my attention a lot this summer. Despite the awkward temperatures that have been taking over the island of Manhattan, you wouldn’t believe how many women have been spotted working blazer jackets in the middle of the summer. And it’s just not for work attire either. Paired against cut off shorts, leggings, you name it – the boyfriend jacket has become a staple piece that might fight itself on everyone’s radar come Fall. So far, I’ve taken full view of muted hues that go perfectly with pretty much anything that you may have laying around in your closet space. So everyone is asking…what’s the big deal with the “Boyfriend Blazer”, well think about it like this….all you need is ONE serious blazer to keep your wardrobe running. Check out the product details after the jump.


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Multi colored nails are definitely a go! Don’t ask me why…but I think that celebrities have plucked through the pages of Punky Brewster circa 1986, and have fast forwarded towards 2009 on a new spree of colorful ideas. Granted, there are those who snubbed the idea of neon hues, air brushed acrylic tips, and are now cooing over neatly cut and filed nails coated in thick coatings of their favorite shade of summer. Lauren Conrad has taken the month of July into her grasp, showing off glittering patriotic hues, along with mixing metallic with neutral color schemes. Conrad hasn’t been the only starlet to hit the scene with a colorful set – Queen Latifah has donned a black and white colorway during the BET awards. Rapper Eve mixed things up (last year) with a Minx manicure, and Solange has made various appearances with a tricked out set of ultra bright colorful set that will stop nail fanatics dead in their tracks. But the question lingers on….should this trend be kept under wraps? Or should it be on full display for the public to take full view of? More Views After The Jump!


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It’s the summer…which usually means that the news reels are slower than slow. Then again perhaps it’s just me moving at snails speed. Last Friday, locals who passed by the Chanel boutique on Rue Royale in Paris had a first glimpse of Unkie Karl who was shooting the press kit for Chanel’s pre-spring collection “Starting Point”. While Lagerfeld modeled in his usual stance, models Baptiste Giacobini & Lara Stone stood in front of a sporty customized motorcycle for the French couturier. According to WWD the low rider is reminiscent of the one seen in the movie “The Wild Ones” featuring the late Marlon Brando. Oh and if you think that you will see reproductions of these floating across your city streets…please think again! More views after the jump.


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Summer has finally arrived….FINALLY!
The humidity has taken over and many of us are taking in the sun without a care in the world. Then again, there are those who are in full preparation to keep Fall & Winter on the brain as the summer runs it’s course. Copenhagen based Wood Wood is knowing for mixing the underground with avant-garde – creating a serious collection made for the practical shopper. This Fall/Winters collection reminds me of the 80’s – where the look was muted amongst earth tone hues and industrial silhouettes. And if you ask me….it’s indeed Hippie friendly all around. Check o ut the collection after the jump!


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