Entries from March 2009

March 31, 2009

You’re either in, or you’re out. -Heidi Klum

When one takes the subway as much as I do, one notices when the advertisements change. It’s like seeing a new commercial – you don’t necessarily look forward to it, but it’s nice to have something different to look at. I followed up on this one – the name obviously caught my eye. At first, [...]

March 29, 2009

Swimsuits and Kitties and Puppies, Oh My!

This adorable van was outside Tibi in Soho last Wednesday. In case you haven’t noticed, I absolutely love dogs and puppies. Sadly, I’m very allergic, even to the “hypo-allergenic” sort, so I can never actually own one. But who needs to own when you can mingle with puppies, sip on cocktails and spend lots of [...]

March 21, 2009

Super Cheap-Looking Monday

Cheap Monday jeans were cheap and looked cheaper.

March 17, 2009

Paris Collections: Sexy, Sure. Saleable, Yes. Inspiring? Not Really.

Paris collections were commercial but lacked real inspiration.

March 11, 2009

Milan Collections: Daddy’s Girl

It looks like some of Milan’s models took their trenches (or, in some cases, purple bathrobes) out of Daddy’s closet. The strong looking, oversized garments were a hit among designers like Alberta Ferretti and MaxMara. I think the translation of big and strong may be a tad too literal, but the message holds some water: [...]

March 8, 2009

London Collections: Delightful, Disorienting, Inspiring..

The collections at London Fashion week were eclectic but still inspiring.

March 4, 2009

Sheila Elaine – A Stylist’s Dream

Sheila Elaine is a dynamic accessories label that combines form and function without sacrificing either.

March 3, 2009

London Collections: Topshop Unique

Topshop Unique’s controversial show during London Fashion Week forced the fashion industry to question the qualifications of showing at the tents.