Monthly Archives: July 2009

Raquel Zimmermann Loves Skinny Jeans

Isn’t she just gorgeous?  I always thought Brazilian model Raquel Zimmermann was actress Eva Green’s twin sister, who happens to be a model.  If you don’t know who I’m talking about, Green played the most recent version of Vesper Lynd in the James Bond film, Casino Royale.  I’ve seen Zimmermann in several campaigns, and she [...]

Denim Deals: Denim of Virtue Sale (7/30)

 
Don’t miss this one: save on Denim of Virtue this Thursday, July 30 at IDEELI.  From the likes of it, we’ll get our fair share of colored jeans, but I’m really digging those gray ones in the photo (above).  If you’ve shopped at IDEELI before, then you know you’ll be getting a good deal on Denim [...]

Denim Icon: Kurt Cobain

 
Is anyone more iconic of early ‘90s fashion than Kurt Cobain?  The epitome of angst-ridden rocker-cool, Cobain brought us the laid-back look of ripped denim, grandpa cardigans, and flannel button downs.  His look, started in Seattle but copied by teens everywhere, totally thumbed its nose at the power-driven, label-conscious fashion that was the late ‘80s, [...]

Denim Deals: Hudson Jeans, Juicy Couture and Taverniti SO at SmartBargains

This just in: save an additional 20% off on new arrivals of already discounted Hudson Jeans (lots of wide legs), Juicy Couture and Taverniti SO denim (many skinny jeans), online at SmartBargains. 
Hurry!  Quantities are extremely limited.  Sale ends tonight!
FEATURED ITEM: Taverniti SO Denim Overall Shorts

SHOP SMARTBARGAINS
 
– Kathy Ng Hassan

Armani Exchange’s New Premium Denim

 
 
Armani Exchange (A/X) has been selling denim since inception, and, I might add, pretty innovative denim looks over the years.  They were the few in the beginning who dared to produce Heroin Chic skinny jeans and break away from the traditional, bootcut or straight leg jeans cuts.  And now, A/X is adding a new premium denim line [...]

Macy’s Denim Fit Guide

 
I never found the Macy’s Web site particularly interesting until now.  I just discovered the brand spankin’ new Macy’s Denim Fit Guide, and it’s one of the coolest features of the Web site.    The images actually revolve, unlike the rest of the site.  Check it out.  You can shop by Body Type, Style, Customer Favorite, [...]

WWD News: Alexander Wang Launches T for Men

 
Alexander Wang Launches T for Men
by JEAN SCHEIDNES
Posted FRIDAY JULY 24, 2009
From WWD ISSUE 07/24/2009
 
 

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Alexander Wang is wading carefully into men’s wear by launching a range of basic tops under his T by Alexander Wang label. 
“Men’s was a long time in the making,” said the 25-year-old designer, who is known for edgy, downtown-chic women’s wear. When he started [...]

Oki-Ni Sale up to 70% Off

A message from our friends at oki-ni for their blow-out sale on some fantastic brands:
 

 
To clear room for some of the amazing autumn/winter pieces that are winging their way to us from all corners of the globe…we’ve decided the time has come for our sale’s final mark down.
We think there are still some genuine bargains [...]

NYC: Tomorrow’s Events and Sales: 75 Percent Off at Eva; Vintage Steals

Tomorrow’s Events and Sales: 75 Percent Off at Eva; Vintage Steals
Source: The Cut
SALES
STARTING TOMORROW
• Select styles are up to 50 percent off at Jeremy Argyle. Through 7/26. 160 Spring St., nr. W. Broadway (646-781-9050); F–Su (11–7).
• Cut-It-Out pieces are on sale for $60 to $200 at Eva. Additional merchandise is 35 to 75 percent off: The Henrik Vibskov cerulean-blue pants [...]

You Wanna Be Starting Something? Sass & Bide Does

 
Sass & Bide, the Australian duo, Sarah-Jane Clarke (Sass) and Heidi Middleton (Bide), have risen to rock star status ever since they first launched their line in 1999.  They are well on their way of global domination with their no holds barred fashion sensibility. Sassy, edgy, free-styling bohemian has been their golden ticket to the avid [...]