Archive for the ‘fashion news’ Category

tell us how you really feel: tom ford sounds off on ysl

Thursday, November 12th, 2009

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For those of us that cared…well that may just be me, but Tom Ford finally opens up about his stint at YSL and it ain’t pretty.

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reebok style event

Monday, September 28th, 2009

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during fashion week i attended the reebok style event. for those that know me well, i am a HUGE reebok fan, especially of the 5411. so i gagged when i got the invite & hit up the event. i’m loving the new collections, the basquiat collaborations, and the “too-fierce-to-wear-to-the-gym” workout garb…

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moon manicures

Wednesday, March 11th, 2009

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the runways for thakoon and dior fall ‘09 were blessed by the 1940’s style moon manicure, or how i’d like to call it, the inverted french manicure. i have always loved this style because it is classic but unconventional. style.com covered this today, but last summer i used this manicure technique for the gluttsie photoshoots. want to get it done? read the technique… (more…)

italian government prioritizes their bailout

Wednesday, March 4th, 2009

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being that fashion is one of the most thriving business in italy, its fitting that the government is looking to bail out their garment and accessories industries… (more…)

style caster

Thursday, February 26th, 2009

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a few peeps that i know have been contributing to new stylecaster site. its like an online community but you get to see new trends and get advice by fashion designers, editors, stylists and tastemakers. they’re currently in beta mode, but you can get a sneak peak by signing up here.

michael kors fall 2009

Thursday, February 19th, 2009

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kors, known for his classic shapes and sleek, all-american minimalist style, brought it for fall 2009. using unconventional neon colors and fabulous two-tone shoes. he took it to another level. ps: i live for the hat!
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new era cap company fall 2009 tradition apparel look book

Wednesday, February 18th, 2009

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a few weeks ago the homies over at project 2050 brought me in to style the new era cap company fall 2009 tradition apparel look book. it was a last minute shoot, so i had to think fast and get together as many accessories as possible. the traditional apparel initiative is a collaboration with the yard, whom license out merchandise celebrating black colleges nationwide under a “give-back” policy contributing to different college programs. dope!

the full look book will be in my portfolio section sometime soon.

temperley fall 2009

Wednesday, February 18th, 2009

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i can honestly admit that i wasn’t super familiar with the sensibilities of temperley. wow, have i been out to lunch on this line. it is so amazing! all these photos must be full sized! i’m a little speechless. click for more way fab pics… (more…)

bijules rock collection

Wednesday, February 18th, 2009

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i just got home from the unveiling of the latest jewelry from bijules. the rock collection: instruments of pixie style is a small series of beautifully crafted pieces. classy yet a hard sensibility. perfect for my hood-glam look. (more…)

carlos campos fall ‘09

Monday, February 16th, 2009

last night i attended the fall 2009 show for carlos campos. i was put onto campos by my girl johanna, who was the stylist for this season’s show. a fellow puerto rican, campos understands the shape of the body and knows how to keep it sexy and classy.

i am living for the short suits pictured above. i would totally wear one!! looks like a must have for me.