Fortunately we don’t have to fight over him, or his clothes because we are in agreement that Yigal Azrouel is the hottest thing to hit the tents every New York Fashion Week. (And he’s straight!)
As promised I went backstage and interviewed the man himself to talk about his latest (and greatest) collection. You’ll hear his take as well as mine on what he sent down the runway last week.
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Pre-shopping for my client tomorrow at Satine on West 3rd in West Hollywood.
I’m not shopping trends for this client, she is in need of some pieces for la playa! She’s off to Mexico for her b-day and one year wedding anniversary (lucky girl). So I’m getting bikinis, beach cover-up’s, shorts, etc. We’re a bit ahead of the actual season so Resort and early Spring shipments are my best friends right now.
Satine Boutique satineboutique.com
8117 West 3rd Street
Los Angeles, CA 90048-4308
(323) 655-2142
I know everyone is head over heels with Lululemon for athletic-wear, but I truly think Nike is better.
I took this picture to do a post on form while you work out (that will run next Monday), but obviously the clothes are important too. Nike fits well, has great cuts and colors, and really absorbs sweat well.
Yes, it’s expensive, and popular items are often out of stock at Niketown, but it’s the best for your buck if you ask me. When you’re at the gym regulary, you need durable clothes that make you look good!
Here’s another Nike ensemble. Leslie snapped this pic on our way to the gym one morning during “Camp Mary.” She thought she was being sneaky, but I knew it was her strategy to get me to walk. I get a million compliments on these green capris.
Yigal Azrouel (on the right) is a notorious skirt chaser so we know he’s straight. But I’m not so sure about up-and-coming fashion fatale Joaquin Trias.
As I have been categorizing my posts in the tumblr to WordPress transition, I am transported back to some memorable moments. While tagging NYFW Spring 2010, I remember breaking into a sweat when meeting Yigal Azrouel and Joaquin Trias. I admire their designs, but I couldn’t help being a little weak in the knees when I found myself engaging them in conversation.
Hot-struck, I didn’t have the nerve to summon my Spanish (I’m fluent!) to communicate with Joaquin…or even ask for a photo for that matter.
Adrien insists Joaquin isn’t attractive, but as a woman who exchanged words with him after seeing his crisp, modern, and truly inspired pieces walk down the runway, I can tell you, this man seemed to be the whole package: tall, dark, handsome, talented, European
Unfortunately he seems to think so as well. A quick Google search lead me to this article, that lays out his noble background and reports he proclaims himself to be the next Cristobal Balenciaga. Whoa there. Hold on to that ego man. His designs are fit for royalty, so it’s not a surprise that is who wears his couture. But humility will always trump over-confidence in my book.
As for Azrouel, you can read about his dating life on Page 6, which means you can throw my interest out the window. On the other hand, I adore his designs. Although casual, his basic ensembles are inspired and chic. You’ll find his ensembles are contemporary and unique in a different vein from Trias. While Trias uses geometry to accentuate his silouhettes, Azourel uses asymmetry to give character to his casual RTW. You can see his Spring collection collection I shot with my Kodak Zi8 for “Fashion In Full Color” here.
Both are showing collections at Mercedes Benz Fashion Week Fall 2010 in February, so look out for them. I’ll be livestreaming from the front row, and will get up the nerve to shoot an interview as well
Do you know Patrick McDonald from Launch My Line on Bravo?
Because of his unique fashion sense, he’s pretty unforgettable. I would like to call him a friend, but he’s more of an acquaintance.
Anyway, I’ve been transferring most of my Vimeo videos to YouTube today and came across this interview I did with Patrick a few seasons ago. As you’ll see, he really is one of the most delightful people at the tents.
Ohhhhhh it’s here again. Seems like it comes too fast every year. The shopping lines, the gluttony, the bad gifts, and the return days are all too much to swallow but at least you can look good doing it.
There are so many examples of what NOT to wear at your disposal annually. I figured I’d give you some ideas on how to be festive without being offensive.
1. Just because the colors are red and green doesn’t mean your whole outfit has to be. Pick an article.
2. Try wearing a black outfit with a Christmas accessory to keep it classy and simple.
3. If you must wear the bright colored piece, remember less is more (I don’t mean in fabric). If it’s a dress make sure its fitted and don’t over accessorize it because you already stick out.
4. Head accessories are great if you choose the right one. Hair bows are in just don’t reuse the ones from your childhood.
5. Wearing an oversized ,colored belt is another great option to throw in some seasonal bling with style.
6. Scarves are another great add that doesn’t scream you’re trying to hard.
7. Heels are an option normally not thought of to show your holiday spirit and could be matched with # 5,6, or 7.
8. If your one of those people that like to keep it modest but still show u care. Try wearing a green initiative bracelet that’s not only seasonal its charitable.
9. I was never an advocate of the cheese hat or the reindeer antlers, but the Santa hat I love (just not the entire costume unless your getting paid to sit in a mall).
10. As much as I hate to say it, boobs are a no no. No family member wants to see cleavage on this day CHRIST was born (I hope anyway). Try opting for a first lady look with some pearls to match.
May your holidays be bright and in the words of Chevy Chase:
“Merry Christmas. Merry Christmas, Merry Christmas, Merry Christmas, kiss my ass. Kiss his ass. Kiss your ass. Happy Hanukkah.“
We’re all low on cash which means brand name clothes are not at the top of our “I NEED” list. Instead, we opt for one of the cheaper alternatives we find flooding the market. Forever 21, Target, Zara, H&M, Old Navy, the list goes on of retailers that offer trends for less. But perhaps we should be spending the extra buck for quality pieces.
Before you roll your eyes, let me explain.
The Uggs I bought three years finally got the boot to the trash last week. After winters of New York rain and winter sludge, travels all over the world, and post-workout sweaty feet, the super soft suede and plush interior had accumulated enough dirt to the point of being flat out disgusting. Understandable.
Instead of purchasing another pair of obviously durable Uggs, I opted for a cheap imitation from Target for $25. When I saw the price, I hesitated. “There is no way these will last as long,” I thought. But for that price, I didn’t care if they only survived a year.
Well, they probably won’t see the end of the week. At least on my feet.
I chose to break in the boots (we’ll call them Fauxs) on my road trip from LA to Houston; a journey requiring zero walking with a controlled climate. All I needed was the comfort. The Fauxs failed on all levels. The polyester fur interior made my feet sweat and freeze at the same time and didn’t even attempt to mold to my foot like Uggs.
So now when I go to purchase another pair of Uggs, I will actually be spending $25 more on for being frugal. Ahhhh, and there’s the rub. I’ve decided this actually wasn’t me being cheap but thoughtless.
Three years from one pair of shoes, suede no less, is pretty impressive and therefore arguably worth every penny. Even if I bought 8 pairs of Fauxs to simply sole my feet in the same amount of time, the quality of Uggs is worth the cash.
Looking back on my wardrobe’s history, I’ve discovered there are other things you should spend more on to get the most out of your money. My list entails:
Overcoats
Trench coats
Jeans
Stilettos
Everyday boots
Most people would include black pants and white button down shirts. But unless you’re wearing suits daily, I don’t think those apply anymore. The pieces I listed go through the wringer. You need to spend money on them. You need to ensure the fabric and stitching can bare the weights of the elements, and maintain their shape and sheen.
Of course there are exceptions. I have an Arden B sweater from freshman year of high school (over a decade ago, ehem) that still looks new. The blended mesh sleeveless turtle neck could tell you horror stories of what I have put it though. Likewise, so could my pricey Burberry trench.
The concept of spending more for durability is certainly not front page news, but I believe it’s worth mentioning in a time when we applaud each other for cheap finds even though they will never be treasures. Bottom line: when you’re thinking about pinching pennies sometimes it is wiser to spend a few dimes, even in a recession.
If you want a knockout designer dress for New Year’s, but don’t want to fork over your bonus for the downpayment, try RentTheRunway.com. They offer Herve Leger and several other brands with sexy silhouettes.
The above 3 dresses (left, middle, right) are all Herve Leger and will never be in my closet pending some insane miracle someday, but I want something 1/44th as amazing for this new years, anyone have any affordable recommendations?
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