Wow, I am so surprised that Lindsay Lohan is being accused of copying designs from other designers. I mean, she is so superbly talented and I just don't understand the continued controversy around her foray into fashion, you know what I mean? ;) Okay, seriously now, what is her deal? Just go away please! It was bad enough that she ruined Ungaro for me forever but now she's resorting to stealing from designers such as James Lillis of Black Milk Clothing (Lohan's "Diamond" leggings -- which feature a signature triangle cutout at midthigh is an exact replica of Lilli's "Sheer Spartans.") and Jen Kao (a dress from Kao's spring collection that Lohan was photographed in last year is now in her own collection)!?!? She should really stick to what she does best, which is this.
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OK, I am not the edgiest gal around but still I am no old fogey but I somehow find myself feeling like one when looking at this. First of all, I was like, "What the heck is this thing they call epaulets? And then I find out it is for your shoulders and then I was like, "Why the heck would you put such a thing on your shoulders?" I really think this looks awful and they have a professional stylist at Net-a-Porter and the best they could do is wear it over a fitted blazer? I imagine this would quickly become a hazard because it is not light and it could easily get off kilter and strangle you. I'm thinking it could look better and might even be cool if worn with a dress with a similar or higher neckline so the strand of links that go across the chest could look more like a necklace. Or, since this is very medieval, it would work well if you have an armor you need accessorizing. At Net-aPorter for $540.
Battlestar Galactica anyone? If you're too young to know what I'm talking about, skip to the next entry. Seriously, if this is the design of the future I'll have to wear old shoes for the rest of my life. The space age inspired design of mesh and elastic look really cheap (and how are you supposed to pull them on if you have wide feet?). They kind of remind me of my diving shoes, sans the toes. Actually, I can't really imagine these with anything other than a wet suit-- now if they'd just put some flippers on the back it'd make a great swim shoe. Givenchy Netted Ankle Boots $450.00
I don't mind a bit of platform and wedge height on my espadrilles but how are you to stroll through Italian palazzos looking for gelattos in these suckers? They look painful and dangerous not to mention utterly ridiculous. Suede? On a summer shoe that is to be used by the beach? I don't get it. Hey, I have an idea. Let's cut that bottom suede portion off, remake the top in canvas, drop the price by a couple of hundred bucks, and now we've got an espadrille chic enough for Jackie. 5" stacked heel with 1.5" platform. Sergio Rossi Espadrille Wedge Slingbacks are made in Italy at Saks
$450.00
It baffles me how Donna Karan accessories do not translate to its ultra chic line of clothing AT ALL. I mean look at these shoes-- do they remotely resemble anything that should go with any of the outfits below? Most designers make shoes to go with their dresses but this is clearly not the case here. Donna, please, I beg you. Stick to your beautifully draped dresses and leave shoes to the likes of McQueen, Louboutin and Zanotti (and rid yourself of your accessories designers and/or stop licensing out your brand!). I mean yeah-- they're reasonably priced (kinda) but they look like they belong at F21 for about $10. What's wrong with them you ask? You don't have eyes? Do I need to spell it out? The hideous faux croc skin, the cheap lugged sole, awful silver studs, bizarre buckled strap and on and on and on. All at Bergdorf Goodman. And oh my god, don't get me started on her bags. It's midnight, I'm tired and need to hit the sack (you won't read this til tomorrow morning.)
So, what do you think? Am I just bloated and bitchy (from a heavy meal at a Turkish restaurant) or do you agree? Snob or Slob?
I ordered this sequined shrug from Elizabeth and James last week and received it yesterday. I was so excited and had envisioned a summer in LA with it; over a wife beater and skinny jeans (heading out to lunch with friends) and for evening I'd planned to throw on a skinny black tank dress under it. But when I put it on, I felt like a performer in a kabuki concert. The sleeves were fine lengthwise but it balloons to a 12 inch width! You can't tell on the model because she's got her arm close to her body. But if she'd lift her arm, you'd see that there is yards and yards of unnecessary fabric. This is the only downfall of shopping at midnight from the convenience of your home. The clothes don't always look as they seem and don't fit as you hope. At least shopbop has an easy hassle free return policy, just send it back within 30 days. $365 at shopbop.com
How rich do you feel? Rich enough to buy a scrap of sequin cloth stitched on pants for $10,000? I mean if it were a gorgeous ball gown from say, Oscar de la Renta, then I'd understand. But this is ridiculous, it looks like a bathing suit with harem pants. Yes yes, it's high fashion but nowadays you have to do more than gimmicky fashion to attract real buyers.
Proenza Schouler Beaded Satin Jumpsuit here at eLUXURY
What do you think? Snob, Slob or totally ridiculous!?!?
I bought the Frida dress by RM Roland Mouret last month and have been waiting to wear it. The weather has been terrible here so I've been saving it for a warm day or a worthy event to show it off properly. Last night I was invited to a dinner/fashion show at the Dallas Museum of Art hosted by Neiman Marcus, Michael Beaudry and Stephen Webster (what a cheeky Brit! Love him!). The weather was a warm 72 degrees so I thought it the perfect opportunity to wear my beloved Frida-- I put it on after getting all dolled up and asked the babysitter to zip me up. She pulled up the zipper and then I heard her say "oh no!". Apparently the zipper zipped 3/4 of the way up and then SPLIT IN HALF and went off track! You can not imagine the drama that ensued. First of all, I was STUCK in the dress! I had 30 minutes to drive to the event which was 25 miles away downtown and I panicked! Try as she could, she couldn't get the zipper to go up or down. So I wiggled the dress up to my waist and pulled it around to the front so I could inspect the damage. I had to make a split second decision. Cut myself out of this gorgeous, BRAND NEW, and very expensive dress or take my time releasing the zipper and risk being late to a formal sit down dinner at an important event. I chose the latter of course because I didn't want to ruin the dress. Thankfully I was able to remove one side from the pull but now the zipper was completely ruined. I put on my other new RM dress, the Mona in turquoise, and went to the dinner (very angry and agitated!)
First of all, this dress is brand new, I've never worn it before. It'd been hanging in my closet for about a month waiting for an opportunity to be donned and shown off. Second of all, when you spend almost two grand on a dress, the zipper should not be made so cheaply! Now I have to tell you I am not overweight so the dress was not too tight, I am 95 pounds and the dress is actually a bit loose on me. So it wasn't as if we had to squeeze me into it, the zipper should have glided up easily!I sent emails to the Net-a-porter.com team who immediately responded (I love Net-a-porter! The best customer service, ever!). You guys all know I am an avid fan of Roland Mouret and own a dozen RM dresses. This is the first time I've ever encountered quality issues with his dresses so I am hoping this is an isolated incident and will await to hear their response about resolving it.
What about you, have you had any 'dress' dramas?
I have no words, I have no words. Minnie Mouse has lost her shoes and they're now for sale at a whooping $3,300. Is it me or are these Roger Vivier sequin pumps with giant poka dots made of white embroidery so Imedla Marcos?!?! And then to add that iconic pilgrim buckle on top-- in rhinestones no less! Oh my!!! I have no words! What do you snobs think? Snob or Slob?
At Bergdorf Goodman, email our boy Eddie Curtis if you're interested.
Remember a time when fashion designers actually studied at FIT (Fashion Institute of Technology) before venturing out and starting their own line? Apparently Reality TV is the new FIT-- Lauren Conrad has a line of clothing and now the sleepy Whitney Port introduces her line named "Whitney Eve" (sounds like a feminine cleansing product). I wish these girls would just stick to what they do best-- making strained faces at the camera at an attempt to convey emotion without speaking (my favorite is the close ups of Whitney biting her lip, classic!). The collection looks like they're from the ten dollar clearance bin at Victoria's Secrets. Who'd buy this crap? Plus they're priced at an average of $250. Hello? Everything is 70% off these days which means you can, like, buy real designer stuff at that price. The biggest disaster is probably the silk cuffed shorts-- priced at $180 and look like crusty old boxers. Jump to view photos of the Whitney Eve line. Talk to me snobs, what do you think? Snob or Slob?
