Author Archives: Ashley Staples
Flaunt Magazine: The Distress Issue
Originally posted on Ashley Staples:
Make sure to read my interview with Troian Bellisario for Flaunt Magazine–available at your local B&N, LA newstand, or hipster bookstore/record store near you!
Tres Dope: Five Fashion Trends That Need to Stop
I got a little snarky this morning (surprise!) on Tres Dope. What can I say? The truth hurts. Also check out my previous post for them–ten trends I’m looking forward to this fall.
You Are What You Read: Books on Tees & Totes
I’m a woman of simple pleasures; aside from fashion, I enjoy things like ice cream, beer, and books. Preferably all at the same time. Litographs combines at least two of those things. (Unfortunately, it’s not ice cream and beer–but hey, we can’t have everything). Honestly, when do I not want to read the entire story of […]
First Post for Ruevenue Magazine
My first post for Ruevenue Magazine is up–and it’s so very L.A. These guys are really cool and crazy supportive. Check them out!
Fall Trend: Wrap Coats Are Just Fancy Robes (Which is Totally Fine)
Some genius in the fashion world decided to take my love of blankets and overall coziness and turn it into a fashion statement, which would be great if I wasn’t now living in HelLA. Is it a robe? Is it a coat? I don’t know know, but if it looks good and keeps me warm, […]
Old is New Again/Do They Allow Cut-Out Oxfords in Private Schools?
You may have resented them when you were a kid and going to school or church or some formal event in which an adult dictated most if not all of your outfit, but oxfords are chic has hell. And they’re getting even chicer. (I’m making a conscious effort to not use that word anymore. Let’s […]
David Lynch Inspired Kenzo’s New Campaign
And weirdness ensued. Maybe you’re not one for surrealism–maybe you didn’t get Twin Peaks and Mulholland Drive just gave you the creeps–but if you can’t appreciate the eerie awesomeness that is Kenzo’s new ad campaign, you’re pretty much bonkers. The iconic filmmaker–who was the inspiration for the fall collection–designed the sets for Kenzo’s fall show, […]
Shop Local Pt. Deux: More L.A. Brands to Love
I’m finding more reasons to love the City of Angels (finally). The Reformation This brand is quickly becoming one of my favorite brands overall–a retro appeal manifested in recycled fabrics that feel substantial and hold up after wear. Their dresses are particularly enticing in that they so deftly mix sexy and adorable, functional and unique, vintage […]
High Rollers: That Turtleneck Trend
Remember when turtlenecks were the stereotypical sartorial choice of the artsy foreign exchange student of questionable sexuality circa 1976? No? Great! Then you’ll have no problem cozying up with the latest trend. Turtlenecks. What can you say about them? The mainstream deems them uncool one minute and trendy the next, then back and forth again. I’ve […]
The Wrong Coast 