re: Fashion Mags

2009 November 6
by joiji

The one thing I admire about fashion magazines is that they celebrate fashion. It’s not about taking it apart and being Debbie Downer.

Robin Givhan, Washington Post Fashion Writer

Source: Elle News Blog

2009 Christmas Wishlist – Princess Coat

2009 November 5

 

Every year I compile one massive Christmas gift wishlist and all of my male friends use my list to buy gifts for their sisters, cousins, girlfriends and wives. And though I never find any of the items on my list under my own Christmas tree, I feel like it’s almost a public service that I provide annually for these lazy, uncreative guys.

 

This year I’m going to do things a little differently and break my list up into parts, presented in no particular order, of course.

 

 

The first item on my list, the desire for which was sparked by today’s Cynthia Steffe sale on Gilt, is this gorgeous princess coat:

And get this, it’s only $158. What a steal.

 

 

This adorable t.b.a. coat comes complete with big buttons and a velvet collar:

A little too young for my tastes but still super cute. It’s available at Urban Outfitters UK only. I’m sure they ship to the U.S.

 

 

This Vivienne Westwood Anglomania princess coat is a cooler, edgier option for ladies that wish to avoid the little girl vibe:

But alas $1,145 on Net-A-Porter.

 

 

This unique coat by Opening Ceremony, one of my favorite brands, is so darn fantastic:

For a steep $725 on Shopbop, but it’s such a fabulous investment piece. Definitely my favorite of the four. I believe a great piece should be classic but possess just enough of a twist or embellishment to make it special and this coat is exactly that.

 

Hmm, I guess I didn’t do such a good job presenting options at varying price points. I can’t help it if my tastes are expensive. Besides, I’m not a personal shopper. Though if you want to pay me to shop for you, I’ll definitely take you up on that offer.

 

Happy shopping!

Happy 60th, Anna

2009 November 3
by joiji

 

Whoa. Somebody at Fashion Week Daily has too much time on their hands.

 

Happy 60th birthday, Anna.

Wishful Thinking

2009 November 3
by joiji

Her dress is fab. But I must admit it would look so wrong on me. As it is, my shoulders are wide enough and my body is curvy enough. Anything that accentuates shoulders and curves just take my assets into overdrive. And we wouldn’t want that.

Check out more party pics from the New York Public Library’s Annual Lions Gala.

Gorgeous!

Source: Refinery29

Right up there with Demarchelier

2009 October 30
by joiji

 

Check out the newest issue of styleCanvas–previously featured here on Closet Ambitions.

 

You may notice that yours truly is listed on the “Contributors” page along with the incomparable Patrick Demarchelier.

 

My POV piece on the influence of West Coast style on the fashion industry is on page 50. Thoughts?

Trend I DISlike: Bunny Ears

2009 October 24

It just makes absolutely no sense. Oh, and I hate the Playboy Bunny reference.

Source: Fashionising

I dream of Venice

2009 October 23
by joiji

Breathtaking.

Source: Fashionising

Just so you know…

2009 October 20
by joiji

…Jimmy Choo’s H&M shoes are real leather. The line launches November 14. Get ready.

Source: The Cut

This is the life of a go getta

2009 October 16

Juniper Rose for Donna Karan Jewelry
Source: The Cut

I’m really not that edgy, but I’m into tough accessories these days.

Maybe it’s my mood. I’ve been feeling aggressively ambitious lately.

I’m feeling the need to make a strong statement.

Anouck Lepere in the nude

2009 October 14

Clearly, the editors of Dazed and Confused agree with me.

Source: Fashionising