Christian Siriano's Line for Payless

I have a love/hate relationship with Payless. Well, no, mostly I actually just hate it. It's like, you go in there and are so seduced by the excessively cheap prices, that you actually forget about the terrible construction and poor quality fabrics. Not to mention, when you DO manage to score a great find, when someone asks you, "OMG, WHERE'D YOU GET THOSE SHOES?" (which, by the way, is a question I hate, because it's like, what? Are you going to run there right now and get them too? Anyway, I digress...) it becomes a whole uncomfortable situation where you don't know whether to lie or accept the inevitable judgement that will be cast upon you for stepping foot in Payless. Usually, I just lie--but, that is because I have no sense of morality. Still, you never know if that person happens to be a fellow undercover Payless shopper, in which case, she now knows you're lying. And I must admit, the only thing worse than wearing Payless shoes, is lying about wearing Payless shoes. Again, I digress...

So, Christian Siriano's new collection is cool, but not very original. It closely resembles Rodarte's Fall 2008 collection, and the boots look like the YSL ankle boots. However, with the prices ranging from $25-$45, the shoes are hard to resist. Personally, I definitely plan on purchasing the top right, because, damn, they are fierce. Hmm, and possibly the bottom right, as well--since I don't have the funds needed to buy myself the YSL's. 

Rodarte and Marc by Marc Fall 2009

Marc By Marc Jacobs. Love it--hobo chic.

Rodarte. Thumbs up.

MKO Interview Magazine

 

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Marc Jacobs Fall 2009

AH! Marc has done it again. Leave it to him to pull me out of my monochrome stupor...no seriously, I think I wear black, like, everyday. But I LOVE LOVE LOVE the pink and black combination. That black coat lined with the hot pink is magnificent. The purple 80s prom dress, the jewel tones, the velvet, the pop of color, the unique hair and make up--are all a far cry from the somber state of the economy. But Marc Jacobs doesn't care--he's just a material girl living in a material world--and I sort of love him for that.

Sea World

I just found this awesome stingray clutch from Satine. It costs $1,265 and is sold out. I guess I'm just going to have to head over to the aquarium in Boston and wrangle myself a stingray...

Wish List

Things I Yearn For: 

1. CC Skye Bridgette Chain Strap Turn Lock Bag $540

2. CC Skye Lucy Bag $693

Are the braided handles and gold hardware not amazing? I am such a sucker for the gold/black combo. Come rest on my shoulder now, okay,  thanks. I think I'm in love.

4, Jeffrey Campbell Studded Heel $148

Ah, I'm so obsessed with studs--it's getting ridiculous.

4. Silence & Noise Moto Zip Matte Legging from Urban $58
5. Studded Fringe Moccasin by Jeffrey Campbell $128
6. Loeffler Randall Over-The-Knee Flat Boot $825
7. See by Chloé Black Flapper Skirt $136

images from shopstyle.com

Balenciaga Pre-Fall 2009

I really like this collection so far. It's very grunge meets elegance. My favorite is the white and black dress with the fur gilet over it. I don't think the harem pants are practical for everyday wear, but they look great as styled here. But...what is with those gorilla gloves?! Please, please let this trend stay on the runway and not make its way to the streets (fingers crossed). 

Gossip Girl

So, Blake Lively gets Vogue and Leighton Meester gets...Seventeen. Blake looks fabulous, however, she just doesn't seem like "Vogue material". Also, everyone knows Blair is the star of the show. Just sayin'...

Miu Miu Pre-Fall 2009

These outfits are all so interesting. I love the fur and studded bags. Plus, the gold brocade really offsets the looks nicely. Amazinggggg.

Pictures from WWD.com

Disappointing

Here are two looks from Gucci's Pre-Fall 2009. I must say this preview is disappointing. Where is the creativity? These things look like stuff you could get at Urban Outfitters or Forever 21. In fact, I think Forever 21 was selling a plaid, silk dress exactly like that one. The boring knit hat, the patent shiny boots...disastrous. The clothes look exactly like the styles from this Fall. Look like Gucci needs a new creative director ASAP.

Pictures from WWD.com

Sex and the City

Pour yourself a Cosmo--the Sex and the City sequel has just been confirmed! The fashion selections are sure to be amazing. I cannot wait to see what Patricia Fields has got in store for this movie. Lord knows I never fully got over Carrie's studded belt designed by her.

Handbags

I stumbled across these bags when I was surfing shopbop.com and was instantly struck with Spring Fever. I love these bags for Spring; they bring out the inner hippie in me. Perfect with an eyelet dress, off-the-shoulder top and jean shorts, or just a bikini and a cover up. They are all by Cleobella. The burnt orange Kyler Fringe Bag costs $418, the patterned Ikat Tote runs $330, the camel Peace Lambskin Clutch costs $176, and unfortunately, my favorite--the brown leather Casey Hobo is sold out.

Photo from shopbop.com

Mischa Barton in Christian Dior.

Last week Mischa Barton showed up at the Christian Dior fashion show in Paris looking really good. Maybe it's the fact that The O.C. is one of my (many) guilty pleasures, but I, for one, am glad to see Mischa looking so glam in her CD dress, shoes and clutch. That shade of yellow is a difficult one to pull off, but Mischa manages to do it quite well--looking thin (and cellulite-free) in the short, strapless cocktail dress. Keep it up, Mischa, I'm rooting for you!

Ray Ban Introduces New Wayfarer Colorize Kit

The classic Ray Ban Wayferer can now be customized! The company has just come out with a kit for you to color and stencil original designs on your sunglasses. This marketing ploy allows one to wear the same pair of glasses every other person has, while still feeling like an individual. I predict that it won't be very long before every hipster in Boston starts rocking these totally indie shades.

Photo from individualsole.com

McQ for Target

I'm excited for Alexander McQueen's new line for Target to come out on March 1st, 2009. Prices range from $19.99 to $129.99, with most items averaging around $50. 

NECESSITY.

I am absolutely OBSESSED with the Grey Ant Status Sunglasses. I NEED them in my life. Lindsay Lohan wore these shades in November's issue of Harper's Bazaar. They are the classic wayfarer meets reformed rocker. You can buy them for $253 on tobi.com.

Photos from RevolveClothing.com

Proenza Schouler Pre-Fall 2009

Oh, hi. Can I own you, please? I love love love this collection for next fall. The color combinations of black and brown and navy and black are fabulous. Plus, the mixture of textures are genius. 

Label Me Chic

After years of pouring over glossy magazines, I've finally decided to share my love of all things fashion with the rest of the world. I am an aspiring fashion journalist and I firmly subscribe to Vivienne Westwood's notion that "you have a much better life if you wear impressive clothes."