Monthly Archives: January 2010

Bollywood in Denim

You’re The One from ALADIN (2009)
(A better-quality promo version can be found here.)
Folks who know me well, know of my love of Bollywood movies.  For some reason, the pulsing rhythm, spontaneous song and dance numbers, and even the soothing Bhangra beat puts me in a good mood.  As beautiful as the traditional clothes are, I was never impressed [...]

Levis x House of Holland S/S 2010

Heny Holland has been busy with his H! by Henry Holland line, his House of Holland line and now his second collaboration with Levi’s. Levi’s and House of Holland have partnered up again on a small eight piece men’s and women’s collection for Spring/Summer 2010. The collection will be launched in February.

–Nikki Cho Russo

Denim News: Bread & Butter

Although I was not able to get to Bread & Butter this month, rest assured, WWD’s coverage is always stellar and a great source for coverage. What’s in store for the old and the new in denim? Well, according to WWD, boyfriend and skinny jeans will continue to dominate the denim world, androgynous-masculine cuts are [...]

Denim Finds: Madewell Looks

Can’t figure out what to wear?  Need a new pair of jeans or just want to add to your ever growing collection?  Check out Madewell for some great new styles.
Three great looks from Madewell:

The Heritage Premium Coveralls, $165
The fashion buzz word for 2010 is Heritage.  Get ready for a lot of vintage inspired denim and [...]

Denim News: Generra Relaunching Men’s and Women’s Collection

Fashion designers are deep in preparation for February’s New York Fashion Week and as the invitations start coming in, I was reminded that Swaim Hutson, who took the reins at Generra as Creative Director last September, will be presenting the A/W 2010 collection during New York Fashion Week.  The bonus is that Swaim has teamed up [...]

Denim Deals NYC: Recession Denim Tuxedo & Motorcycle Jeans

Listen up people!  Get great deals on Recession Denim’s hot Tuxedo and Motorcycle jeans – wonderful winter wardrobe staples – at its upcoming sample sales in New York City.  You can polish and roughen up your image all in one shot.  And, if you’re lucky, you might even get to meet Designer Daniella Siri of Recession Denim.  The jeans will [...]

Denim Desires: Polarn O. Pyret

Skinny jeans for toddlers.  A denim vest layering piece for that Band of Outsider look. Practical?  No.  Cute?  Oh. Yes.  We have the Swedes to thank, once again, for helping every parent indulge themselves — and their stylish little progeny – in a bit of European high fashion.  And why do I like P O. P so [...]

Denim Deals: Save 30% Off William Rast

If you’re not familiar with William Rast jeans, then listen up. They’re great for curvy ladies. They’re great for ladies who want some booty lift. Just make sure you size down.  Jeans start at $104.
Men, Blue Fly has got you covered, too.  William Rast starts at $139.  What’s more, if you’re pondering whether 30% off [...]

Denim Deals: Joe’s Jeans Begins Saturday

Thinking back to the early days when I first began my deep appreciation for designer jeans, Joe’s Jeans was probably my gateway jean, on my way to premium denim nirvana.  The cute little “JJ” sewn on the back right pockets and the custom buttons make me swoon.  And, look!  They are still around to disrupt [...]

Saks Off Fifth: Take an Extra 40% off Rock & Republic Sale!

–Nikki Cho Russo