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7.22.2009

trend: cool cutouts

Zucca Rencil Jersey Top, $164.50

Velvet Leaf Dylan Blouse, $48

(Find Under $50!)

Alice + Olivia Cara Cocoon Dress, $440

S Loves C by Spring & Clifton

Dolman Sweater, $78

Opening Ceremony Cutout Oxford, $188.50

LnA Olivia Thrashed

Gathered Bottom Leggings, $129

KAIN Label 3 Strap Tank, $88

Herve Leger Vivien Cutout Bandage Dress, $880

Christian Dior Cutout Wedge Sandal, $416

Alexander Wang Fitted Skirt with Cutouts, $425

5.29.2009

today's inspiration: moving images

recently discovered the seasonless style of Isabella Oliver. More inspiring, though, than the classic, chic silhouettes is the effort and detail put into their ecommerce site. I mean what can you normally expect from a product page: description, fabric content, price, hopefully a zoom view? At Isabella Oliver, not only is there a zoom view of several styled shots along with a flat sketch, but also a mini video of the model on set -- you can actually watch the clothes move. It's just brill. I can't count how many times I've been mislead about how a garment really hangs on a body by a craftily styled photograph. Then when I order it and try it on it fits like a tent.

Some of the videos are better than others I have to say, in a few you're just kind of watching the wind toss the fabric around a little bit, while in others the girl will do a full twirl or even a little runway strut. Still, it's g e n i o u s. Don't really know why more sites don't try this. If you're going to hire a model and have a proper photo shoot, you might as well bring along a little video camera too!

The brand posted this video on YouTube which gives a decent example. Or just click on the links under some of the product images I've posted below and watch the clothes come to life:

Multi Drape Dress, $260

The Cape, $330

Cap Sleeve Jacket, $255

Slouchy Shorts, $145

Toga Dress, $235

5.27.2009

trend: new shapes

1. Zero+Maria Cornejo Ori Pant, $543

2. VPL Drogue Knit Sweater, $325

3. Anntian Color Block Shaped Dress, $387

4. Zero+Maria Cornejo Asymmetrical Cardigan, $398

5. 3.1 Phillip Lim Cadeau Waist Belt, $325

6. Chloe Silk Draped Skirt, $1,161

7. Bruno Pieters Textured Weave Jacket, $1,271

8. Alexander McQueen Crepe Harem Pants, $1,085

9. Yves Saint Laurent Arty Flower Ring, $195

10. Marc Jacobs Heel-less Pumps, $295

4.26.2009

trend: ruffles

1. Pour La Victoire Ella Black Ruffled Sandal, $220

2. Andy The-Anh Ruffle Detail Top, $385

3. Shona Joy Mini Frill Jumpsuit, $209

4. 3.1 Phillip Lim Zipper Ruffle Skirt, $675

5. Christian Louboutin Dillian Python Pump, $2,875

6. Stella McCartney Ruffle Trim Blouse, $717

7. Tsumori Chisato Avanca Knit Cardigan, $392

8. D&G Tiered Ruffle Dress, $1,315

9. Valentino 'Rose Vertigo' Leather Shopper, $2,395

10. Marni Bijoux Horn Bracelet, $325

4.19.2009

made in america: t-bags

I've recently become interested in brands that are manufactured locally. From what I've learned, many of the smaller brands manufacture a majority of their clothing at home because they can keep a closer eye on quality control, there is a faster turnover, and they can save on shipping costs. Sometimes a certain kind of knit or trim needs to be outsourced because factories here do not have the capabilities or the prices are just too high. Still, the small support of the job market is much appreciated. These days I think it can't hurt to be a little more conscious of these types of things. If you've got the money to spend, make it count.

The first company that gets a shout-out is the Los Angeles brand, t-bags. Their bohemian, colorful, printed jersey dresses are unmistakable. Here are some of my favs from this season: