Category Brands
To Tommy From Zooey is Everything You Think it Is
A retro flair with a touch of preppy quirk for good measure–Zooey Deschanel’s capsule collection for Tommy Hilfiger, which was finally made available last month, has my heart aflutter. Dubbed by the actress/singer/designer as “modical,” the line is comprised of retro dresses with red and navy color blocking, pleats, and a nautical motif, pretty much […]
I’m Loving: New York Brand Dolores Haze
Youth, beauty, innocence (and innocence lost) are all themes of this New York label that brings its own retro twist to the scene. Named for the titular character in Lolita, and drawing much of its inspiration from the 1997 French-American film adaptation of the classic Nabokov novel, there are simultaneous hints of mischief and naivete […]
I’m Loving: Lonely Lingerie
I’m a serial dater/adamant single girl who has a serious addiction to little lacy underthings. And not because anyone is necessarily going to see them, but because I really like wearing little lacy underthings. And I like things that don’t rely on padding and special effects to make me and my body into something we’re […]
I’m Loving: Organic by John Patrick
Beauty and ethics; those are the two things John Patrick’s eco-conscious line, Organic, seeks to combine. Everything about the New York-based designer’s clothing reflects an Earthy tone and feel rooted in minimalism and the merging of structure and fluidity. Mixing neutral tones with deep, rich colors, as well as directional pieces with classic silhouettes, the clothing […]
Jessica Lange Named New Face of Marc Jacobs Beauty
Wednesday morning, Marc Jacobs Beauty announced via Twitter that Jessica Lange is the new face of the designer’s wildly successful beauty line, providing a preview of the acclaimed actress’s campaign shoot with David Sims. Feedback was as to be expected–incredibly positive. And why wouldn’t it be? The classic beauty, with her exquisite bone structure and […]
Jeremy Scott, Moschino, & the 90s: The Line Between Tacky & Fun
I’m a goofy girl, to be sure. I rushed to American Apparel when they released a tee plastered with Cookie Monster’s mug a few years back, and I’ll be the first to incorporate anything Star Wars related into my wardrobe (my R2-D2 iPhone case is a case among cases). But even though everyone and […]
I’m Loving: The Orphan’s Arms
In what seems to be a never-ending accidental discovery of British brands, I’m currently in love with a little brand whose uniqueness and whimsical sensibility is so utterly English, so completely nerdy and ominous, it’s a wonder I didn’t find them until now. Founded in 2010 by two dudes in East London, The Orphan’s Arms […]
Long Live the Basic Tee
As I approach my two year anniversary of living in the City of Angels, I realize that my style actually has evolved. But not in the way you think it would have. The thing is…it’s only evolved to become MORE atypical of L.A. Call it stubbornness (even in the face of practicality), but I still […]
Acne Studios Opening in Downtown LA
It sounds too good to be true–Acne Studios, the epitome of effortless cool and downtown chic with their staple knitwear and minimalist design, is opening their West Coast flagship store in Los Angeles, of all places. Alas, it’s all true–and this week you’ll get to see for yourself. Wednesday, December 18th marks the grand opening […]
I’m Loving: LA Brand Rails
I already named some of the stores I like in L.A., but I’m finding an increasing number of great brands the City of Angels has to offer. And if you keep up with the Kardashians (as I obviously do…) you may have noticed various photos floating the Interwebs of Kris Jenner’s eldest spawn sporting the […]
The Wrong Coast 