Christopher Kane for Topshop

I don't really shop at Topshop too much, I admire from afar but I shop there very seldom. I think it's kind of overpriced, especially since a lot of the items are so trendy that they will go out of style soon. However, I just laid my eyes on Christopher Kane's latest collaboration with Topshop and I may just have to start saving my money now. I love so many of the 39 pieces Kane created for the store, not to mention the shoes are gorgeous! Here are my favorites below, now I just have to decide which one piece to spend my money on...perhaps the crocodile dress, but I bet every girl will be walking around in that one (there's a tee version too), so then maybe one of the beautiful black dresses, but I already own a lot of black, so maybe a colorful baby-doll dress or the embellished tights are also a big contender. I just can't pick one, but thankfully I have a couple of weeks until the line hits stores to decide!


(Pictures via Nymag.com)

Working 9 to 5

So my 2nd day in NYC I landed a fantastic internship and I'm loving every minute of it! I think the only thing stressing me out about this new job is finding something stylish and chic to wear to work every day. This is especially difficult since I am not living in my own place yet and so all my clothes are in 4 very unorganized suitcases. Anyways on to the point of this post, while browsing through my favorite fashion sites last night I found two collections that I would love to wear to work. Unfortunately as I am only interning now, I will not be able to afford these clothes for a while, but at least they can inspire me when I get dressed in the morning!

Firstly I stumbled upon Chloe Sevigny's line for Opening Ceremony, which was designed brilliantly to be unisex. The collection is made up of clean basics that when styled together create simple, yet effortlessly chic looks for men or women. The black skinny pants are especially cute when paired with the pink plaid button down and I love the sleek look of the wide-leg pants as well. I also like the scarf pullover sweater, which shows influence from one of Chloe's favorite designers, Miguel Adrover. All these pieces can be easily mixed and matched with one another or other items in your closet OR even your boyfriend's closet, since as Chloe shows us here unisex is the new black!
The second collection that I would love to wear to work is a more affordable diffusion line from Swedish label Minimarket, adorably called Mini for Many! I love the colors incorporated into this collection, the bubblegum pink, silver, and rich orange combine wonderfully with the neutrals. There is also a great variety of styles including skinny pants, flirty summer dresses, sleek pencil skirts, and striped espadrilles. Oh and these images are definitely making me want to try out the equestrian cap! Overall I think Mini for Many is full of fun and sweet pieces that are still chic and smart enough for the 'fashionable' office.


(Pictures via Openingceremony.us and Refinery29.com)

Boy by Band of Outsiders Lookbook

I'm a huge fan of menswear inspired looks, so of course I love Boy by Band of Outsiders! Scott Sternberg designs classic looks, but with a great quirky edge. Though I saw the Fall 2009 collection a while ago, I just discovered the lookbook and it's fantastic. It's compiled of all Polaroids taken by the designer himself and features the beautiful Marisa Tomei. I really love the aesthetic of this lookbook, it has a retro feel with the grainy Polaroid shots and the backgrounds, but it's also modern and fresh. I think Marisa looks so great and I also think she makes the clothes look tres sexy and chic!



(Pictures via boy.bandofoutsiders.com)

Prada FW09 Lookbook

I just fell in love with Prada's Fall/Winter '09 lookbook! It is hauntingly beautiful and it really took my breath away. The images are not only mystical and mysterious, but they also showcase Prada's Fall '09 collection brilliantly, in a striking and artistic approach. It allows you to clearly see the richness of the fabrics, the gorgeous detailing, and the unique silhouettes. Have a look at the entire lookbook, including the men's collection, HERE.


(Pictures via Prada.com)

Architectural Creations

I don't think I've done a post yet dedicated to one shoe designer, so this will be my first and I'm very glad to dedicate it to Raphael Young. I have just discovered this Korean-born designer but he has actually been working in the business for a while creating shoes for Yves Saint Laurent. In 2008 he launched his own brand of shoes and he takes pride in the high quality of his pieces. Young's shoes are architectural creations and as he explains they "require precise studying of the geometrics, balance and harmony in the volume and dimensions". I love the strength and power in his shoes, I think any woman would feel confident and in control if she just slipped these on. His last three collections are shown below and the latest one seems to have futuristic inspirations. I love this collection, it is so fierce, and I hate using that word but these shoes deserve it! They look like shoes fashionable robots or superheros from the future would wear! I think the black wedges are my favorite, they are so sleek and modern. To see more from Raphael Young check out his site HERE.

FALL '09

SPRING '09

FALL '08

(Pictures via Raphaelyoung.com)

TGIF: Fall Couture Edition

(Pictures via Style.com)

XOXO

Back in May I posted my predictions for Anna Sui's collaboration with Target and now the pics of the actual collection are finally here. Overall I think my picks were pretty accurate and I can't wait to buy some of these pieces when they come out in September! Check out how Sui created 4 different styles inspired by Gossip Girl's 4 girls (click to enlarge):

BLAIR

I think this is pretty right on for Blair- the blue shirt dress would be great for school/work and the white lace number is so sweet!

SERENA
I really love the 2nd dress, the embellishment on the neckline is so unique and I also like the jacket and skirt oufit, I would definitely wear that! However I think this line could be more 'Serena', it needs some more color and a little more boho chic.

JENNY
I think Sui got it right for Jenny except I think Little Miss J would accessorize more to add a bit more edge. The lace dress with the diamond cutout is my fave and I like the layering of the 4th outfit.

VANESSA
These outfits are cute but I don't understand the sole use of autumnal oranges and browns. I think Sui could have mixed it up a bit more here to show Vanessa's eccentric mix and match style.

Zip Me Up

I give to you the 120 Zipper Dress! This dress created by Sebastian Errazuriz was named appropriately as it is entirely made up of 120 zippers. I love it! You can zip and unzip it in all sorts of way to create a variety of different styles. I want one!!!!!!!!!

Halston Heaven

A video of Halston's Fall 2009 collection- so gorgeous, I love love love it!

Top 10 Resort Collections

I still don't have internet set-up so bare with me, but here is mega post to make up for the lack of blogging! First of all how great were the Resort collections this year, I am loving so many of them! Overall the designers seem to have a much more optimistic viewpoint this time around. The collections are fun and full of life, and also very wearable. This made it very hard for me to choose my top 10 favorite collections, but I finally managed to decide so here they are in no particular order:

1. Alexander Wang- Wang continues to create young, fresh, easy-to-wear pieces, but always with his unique edge. In his Resort collection I can see a bit of influence seeping in from his recent GAP collaboration, ie the khaki trench coat. I would love to wear all 4 of these outfits, although I think I would put something under that first white top!

2. Lanvin- Mr. Albaz was inspired by Acapulco for his resort collection and it shows brilliantly in the bright colors and the fun playful energy. There was also a great range of pieces as the designer explained he wanted to offer something for everyone from the beach bums, to the urbanites, and even the brides!

3. Preen- My love for Preen's simple sophistication continues to increase. Their dresses are sexy but not slutty, and while highlighting the female form they reveal just the right amount of skin. I love the mix of colors used in this collection and any of these dresses would be just perfect for a night out!

4. Proenza Schouler- The Schouler boys' usual skate and surf inspirations combined with Tahiti flavors for this collection due to a recent trip they took. I like how they adapted this theme for their 'city girls' target market. Their influences were seen in the details, ie the scuba suit color blocking and the island blues. This ensured that they would still please the urbanites with versatile, chic pieces.

5. Marc Jacobs- Another fun, colorful collection for Resort season from Marc Jacobs. I love the young, yet sophisticated look with the bright florals and mini dresses. I also like the range that offers cute, fresh pieces for day and metallics for night. And of course the asymmetrical gold dress is stunning, but I don't know if anyone could make it look as good as Kate Moss did at the Costume Institute Gala.

6. 3.1 Phillip Lim- "She's a pirate", this is how Lim described his Resort collection and why I fell in love with it. The soft mix of whites and neutrals was a breath of fresh air, but Lim didn't lose sight of his rocker girl either. The lace seen throughout the collection is just beautiful and I love how it's set against the black giving it a tougher edge.

7. Stella McCartney- I'm become a bigger fan of Stella these days, and I just adore her Resort collection. It's fun, young, energetic, yet still sleek. The lace jumpsuit is heavenly and I love the mustard hue of the skirt with pockets. I have also been looking for a great sweater dress and there were many great ones to be found in this collection. It was really hard to pick just 4 pieces I loved because there was such a fantastic variety of color, print, and style!

8. Thakoon- This resort collection would make a perfect summer wardrobe! It's light and fresh with a great mix of bright colors and soft neutrals. I also like the use of different florals with some being delicate and muted, while others were vibrant and dynamic.

9. Diane Von Furstenburg- Here is a Resort collection that is a little more daring and bold. I'm loving the jewel tones and the cheeky girlish look that Ms. Von Furstenberg has created this season. It's cheerful and playful, but of course still sexy. The prints and ruffles are delightful and I have been dieing to get my hands on a pin-up style swimsuit like this pink & orange leopard printed one!

10. Rag & Bone- I really like this collection and picked it because I would wear a bunch of these pieces. However it almost did not make the list because overall I think it mimics Alexander Wang's style with the gray sweats and denim on denim. But I guess that's besides the point, as it does have that downtown, cool "I just threw this on" look to it which is very popular right now. And I will admit that I sometimes I strive very hard to get that look.


(All pictures via Style.com)