Rodarte Fall '08

Rodarte's Fall 2008/09 show was definitely fantastic, and leads us to believe that they are one of the best American labels around today. From the towering spiked shoes to the spider-web knits and major soundtrack, the statement was loud and clear, but worth the shout indeed.

Dolce & Gabbana Sheer Black Guipure Lace Skirt

Take a look at this sensational yet classic DOLCE & GABBANA black guipure lace high-waisted straight skirt that reminds us so much of the great Prada lace we saw for Fall 2008. This skirt is made of soft black tulle with 3-d floral lace appliqués and is smartly unlined so you can layer more with it. Think of adding a printed under layer or one with an explosive color-way. It could be great as a beach cover-up, or worn over a bright neon slip. It's sleek shape helps give lace a modern update and offers you something that's sexy, yet luxurious & refined.

Dolce & Gabbana Sheer Black Guipure Lace Straight Skirt-$138 Sorry this item has been SOLD

Crazy for Callaghan by Nicholas Ghequiere

From the 90's comes one of our favorite summer buys, this heavily embroidered wide cropped Callaghan flying shirt from Nicolas Ghesquiere(before Balenciaga) that is covered with bold 3-d textured maroon blooms set against sheer, dark olive. Its shape is surprisingly current & even modern. Imagine pairing it over denim cut-offs with sky-high heels or using it as a beach cover-up or even wearing it with super-high waisted wide-leg jeans. We love this top's wide/short shape because it is great for year-round layering and immediately makes the wearer look taller and slimmer.

90's Callaghan Embroidered Flying Shirt $178

Remembering Genius: Miu Miu Spring 2003

In Andrea's opinion one of the best: Miu Miu s/s 2003 was and shall forever remain one of the most wearable and real-world-translatable (don't think that's a word, but whatever...) RTW shows in a long, long time. Plus, it harkens back to a time when Miu Miu was a whole lot cheaper than big sister Prada. No more.(That happy time ended when the Miuccia started showing her nickname-sake line in Paris 2 years ago.)

Now, while the Miu Miu aesthetic still tends towards knickers, dolly dresses and dark/smart girl whimsy, its prices are nearly equivalent to super-smart-as-shit and a-lot-more-serious, Mother Prada.

A Sneak Peak at New V Finds

Get ready to pack a heavy yet sensual punch this summer with this totally rad & totally fierce black early 90's studded criss-cross showpiece. It is covered with large floating pyramid studs, grommets, and rhinestones to sweeten up its s&m appeal. Its downright over-the-top sexy, and hits our current urban warrior obsession dead on. Think about pairing it with something high-waisted, or push it's limits by wearing it over one of those Margiela body-suits with the padded shoulders. Since it has such a feminine, boudoir shape, you can take it from sweet to strong instantly.

CFDA Awards Night...What a Bore!

Naomi w Andre Leon Talley


We have to admit that when it comes to fashion-watching, nothing is more boring than an awards ceremony. We rarely like maxi dresses, updo's, and tiny evening minuaderies...And you'd think, this is The Council of Fashion Designers of America awards night, which is basically orchestrated by Anna Wintour herself, so everyone should be looking fantastic. However, American Vogue is so watered down and wretchedly boring, it's no surpirse to us that a quick look at pictures from last night's event give us a big, big yawn!

The only two note-worthy(that too very barely) who looked good in an un-conventional yet supremely chic manner were Naomi Campbell in vintage Yves Saint Laurent & Maggie Gyllenhaal in Proenza Schouler.

Maggie in Proenza Schouler