No shows today. Shopped all day with clients and in between, shopped for the movie. Wine and snacks at the Soho Grand. Fashion note for the boys. Bow Ties & Glasses are cool. RL
Jun
9
Hi there. I know I have been really bad about updating…however, I have been slammed. I will post a few blogs all at once to catch up. Stand by. First, want to share a bit of my summer music experiences so far. When, not working, we are trying to catch more shows and we kicked of the season by checking out Air Traffic (who opened for Elbow)~ a great young brit band that reminds me of how I felt when I heard Coldplay the first time. Amazing lead singer and fabulous lyrics. They don’t really have a site that I could find, but I have linked you to their facebook page.Last week we went to another check out another brit band, you will see a theme as I talk about music, called the Foals; so fun. Checked this show out in Seattle and of course, the crowd doesn’t dance, but we found a pocket of fun people who danced their @#$ with us. It was the bands last show on their first tour and things like the drum set falling over and the encore set ending with the amps being pushed off stage made it for me. Super fun band.So I also went to see a “folk rock” performer by the name of Jerry Joseph. His current album sounds a bit Nashville inspired, but I have been told he is a bit more rock than that. It was fun to check him out. I usually don’t go for that kind of groove, but he was awesome. Danced there too…sense a theme? I am glad I did check him out because it was great to compare him to Hayden who I saw on Friday in Brooklyn. Pretty cool. I could add this genre to music I don’t mind…umm…dance there too.Going back to music I know and dig. I am super excited to check out a show being sponsored by Nylon Mag with bands, She Wants Revenge, The Virgins, Be Your Own Pet, Swite…I will try to tell you about it. In the meantime, I am in NYC for two more nights and there is guaranteed to be at least one more music story….stand by.Style notes from the music scene ~ for the fellas…Keep going to the gym, your trend is still fitted. Gals, the looser looks are in, but staying in shape is key for these looks too.photo credit: The Foals from their site
May
7
I was out to dinner with a friend a couple weeks ago and she looked me right in the eye and very seriously asked me, “What is your official position on the white jean trend?”…
I have been a fan of white denim for several years. It is a perfect answer to springing up your wardrobe while keeping your look casual yet chic. Yes, the myth persists that white is not slimming, however I believe as with all clothing, when you have the right cut and the fit is great, white can look fabulous regardless.
I have been doing a great skinny white jean for clients from Uniqlo both for men and women that has a perfect stretch to it. (Yes boys, white denim is important for you too) I also love a wide leg white denim and almost every line has a version. Pine IV is a great fit if you can find them. Remember to think of your white jeans like your blue denim…a neutral and have fun with it.
The best thing about white jeans is that you can wear them most of the year and just change your shoes and tops for the season that is most appropriate…the same does not apply to white shoes. I am still old school about that. I don’t want to see white on your feet till after Memorial Day. RL
Apr
9
Its super busy and while I would love to blog every day to keep you posted…it is a bit challenging with all running around. A quick update on the shopping. I spent a couple of days mid-town and got some great basics done for clients. Yesterday, I shopped in Greenpoint and Williamsburg…really love it there. It is chill and I feel like I can find some unique pieces…I also feel like I am supporting a local biz and that feels good. Style notes? Gals, it is all about the loose shift dresses. if you are uncomfortable with that look, think twice. It is comfortable and can look terrific if you accessorize. Boys, continue to rock the blazer….more about that soon.
Last night I went to an Ernest Sewn fashion event (photo coming soon) that was in conjunction with the Cotton folks. The event was all for this cool campaign…check it out…recycling your jeans and creating a new product out of it…you know what I am thinking here of course…you got it…so “sustainable”. Here is the info ~ Cotton from Blue to Green” campaign and fashion show sponsored by Ernest Sewn and National Jean Company
More soon. RL
Feb
16
Every walk into the grocery store on Valentine’s Day just after work? I don’t think I have otherwise I would not have been suprised by the massive amount of men milling through the aisles, at the floral counter, in the wine shop, etc. Wow, I knew you boys were last minute…
My style notes for today are for the guys. I know I just got back from NYC and you gals are waiting for the report…but I was checking out next fall, so perhaps I should wait a bit to fill you completely in…
Today I popped into Oslo’s in Seattle shopping for one of my best guy friends, T, looking for the perfect shirt for his trip to Mexico…I think I found a killer piece from him, however I was complete intrigued by a jacket by Hickey. Yes, according to Oslo’s proprietor, John, Hickey is an off-shoot, “irreverent” off-shoot, of Hickey Freeman. Everything John showed me was way cool and something I would like to get on all my guys. The pot leaf logo is super fun, as well as, tied dyed collared shirts. The jacket that enthralled me was blue and black paisley on a white base; Two button and would be so great over a t-shirt and jeans in the summer. I have a photo here, but I would suggest going in and checking it and the whole line. It is pretty gosh darn sexy. RL
Jan
21
If you are a guy that’s been checking out Spring 08 trends, or a gal wondering how you will dress your man for spring, you can’t ignore the amount of short and cropped pants on the runway. Now, my guy, P, is a pretty open and stylish bloke, but I doubt I am going to talk him into a cropped pant…however, I think we could talk most of our men into a rolled up cuff look; especially in the heat of summer months. This whole look from J Lindberg I love, the burn out tee with vest and scarf, all in a monochrome presentation keeping things quite simple. You should be able to duplicate this look easily without breaking the bank. RL