Category Archives: Los Angeles

Denim Deals L.A.: This Weekend – Grey Ant, Rich & Skinny and Rogan

Rogan on sale at SWIRL.

Rogan on sale at SWIRL.

From Daily Candy:

GreyAnt Moving Sale
What
: Everything — current and past seasons’ overstock, original samples, the diffusion line, denim — priced to fly at $1-$20…
Click here to read more.

A-List Sample Sale
What: New inventory and preowned (new with tags or barely worn) clothing, shoes, and handbags priced 50-75 percent off retail.

Why: Rick Owens, Chanel, Elizabeth and James, Vince, Rich & Skinny… Click here to read more.

And…

Now on SWIRL:
Save up to 80% on ROGAN apparel and jeans.  Slim jeans are $54-$79.

SHOP SWIRL






Rachel Bilson Stole My Denim Jacket

Rachel Bilson in the classic denim jacket.  Photo via Hollywood Tuna.

Last weekend in Los Angeles: Rachel Bilson pairs her retro Wayfarers with the classic denim jacket. The shirt is the Milla Boyfriend Tee by Market. Photo via Hollywood Tuna.



I have gotten tired of the classic denim jacket.  Given: the cut is slimming to the waist line and complementary to this season’s Jegging (a.k.a. denim leggings) trend.  The classic denim jacket has proven its durability in the fashion cycle of life.  However, it sits in my closet, waiting for a day when I get inspired to throw it on to complete an outfit that is likely meant for casual shopping, weekend lunch dates or a trip to the boardwalk.  Alas, that day has arrived.  But, wait.  It seems that my girl Rachel Bilson stole my idea jacket and has gone ahead to Rodeo Drive without me.  How dare she!  She won’t get away with it for long.  I’ve got my eyes on her fave Chloe bag.  Let the hostage negotiations begin.

SHOP TEESHIRTS BY MARKET





Kathy Ng Hassan





Denim Deals L.A.: Citizens of Humanity

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Oh yeah, I’m looking forward to this sale. because I apparently don’t have enough Citizens of Humanity jeans in my denim closet.  It’s as if someone was reading my mind.  Anywho… Smashbox Cosmetics, Morphine Generation and Erik Hart will be there as well, so one could do a lot of holiday shopping.  A reminder: if you do go, parking isn’t bad at the Convention Center, but you may want someone to drop you off (or take the bus) because parking is not cheap there.

DEETS
THE WAREHOUSE SALE
Featuring…

  • SMASHBOX COSMETICS
  • MORPHINE GENERATION & ERIK HART
  • CITIZENS OF HUMANITY

Los Angeles Convention Center
Concourse Hall
Address: 1201 South Figueroa Street
Los Angeles, CA 90015

Structured Parking at the West Hall.
(Entrance from Cherry St.)
Community Dressing Rooms Available

Payment: Cash, Visa, Mastercard, American Express & Discover

RSVP for Friday, 12/18
RSVP for Saturday, 12/19
RSVP for Sunday, 12/20

Kathy Ng Hassan

Denim Deals L.A.: William Rast and J. Lindeberg Warehouse Sale

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Boy am I glad I didn’t blow all my dough at the recent Black Friday and Cyber Monday madness.  The folks from The Warehouse Sale are back in town, and they’re bringing us William Rast and J. Lindeberg.  I sort of thought it was a weird pairing, but, I guess that’s the point.  They want everyone to come and experience wall-to-wall denim.  In case you didn’t already know, William Rast is co-founded by Justin Timberlake and his childhood friend Trace Ayala.  The jeans fit generously, so you may want to size down for the best fit.  J. Lindeberg is the Swedish sensation, worn by celebrities such as Juliette Lewis and Dave Gahan of Depeche Mode.  Based on experience, the J. Lindeberg fit is slim.  Whatever the case may be, bring several sizes and try on before you buy, because you can’t really return the jeans.

DEETS
RSVP For Friday 12/11/09 (11:00AM – 7:00PM)
RSVP For Saturday 12/12/09 (10:00AM – 5:00PM)
Location: Cooper Building
Address: 860 South Los Angeles St., 8th Floor
Los Angeles, CA 90014

CASH/VISA/MC/AMEX/DISCOVER Accepted
Community Dressing Rooms Available

 

Kathy Ng Hassan







Denim Deals L.A.: APC Basement Sale This Weekend

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French fashion hits the floor in downtown L.A. today, as A.P.C brings its Basement Sale to the huddled and eager masses.  Head on out now: sale begins at 10 a.m. today, and continues on Sunday.  Merch is replenished daily.

DEETS
715 S. Los Angeles Street
Los Angeles, CA  90014
More info.: 323 297 0414



– Kathy Ng Hassan















Revolve Presents A Swedish Fashion Pop-Up Store (L.A.)

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We at Denim Therapy love how the Swedes do it in fashion, and when Swedish fashion labels like Acne, Cheap Monday, Filippa K, J Lindeberg, Nudie Jeans and more,  come together in the form of a pop-up shop, all hell breaks loose.  Well, that, of course, is an exaggeration, but someone here in Los Angeles (me) is already fueling up her car for a jaunt over to Revolve, the center of this Scandinavian buffet feast of fashion (yup, I won’t use that word you’re thinking).  Please note: the Shop features fall merch, and not a “sale,” per se.  Already in progress, the Swede Life at Revolve will last for one week only (November 12 – 19), so move it or lose it!

DEETS
Revolve Clothing
8452 Melrose Avenue
West Hollywood, CA  90069
Click For More Info

– Kathy Ng Hassan

YMI Jeanswear Featured on HOLLYSCOOP

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Looking for holiday shopping ideas?  This video, featuring YMI Jeanswear on The CW Network’s “Hollyscoop,” gives you some pointers on what type of jeans you can wear for the holidays.  If you’re not yet in the holiday shopping mood, you can certainly check out some of their on-trend looks, which include their motorcycle jeans and tee-shirt dresses.   As a Los Angeles resident, I can see myself wearing tee-shirts and jeans year-round, cuz I’m laid back like that, so I was totally cool with the ideas.  YMI Jeanswear has been worn by celebrities like Kristin Cavallari, Paris Hilton, Hayden Panettiere and TWILIGHT star, Christian Serratos.  YMI Founder David Vered is also featured.  Check it out!

SHOP YMI JEANSWEAR

– Kathy Ng Hassan

NY & LA Exclusive: Bape Shop Color Print Denim Drops (10/17)

bapeI’m sure they’d be oh-so-happy to hear me say this, but the lettering across the back pockets remind me of the Juicy Couture sweatpants.  I’m not saying these Bape jeans are ugly, but I’d much rather see more variations of their other prints across the butt, such as their camo or argyle print on their jeans.

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From HighSnobiety:

Bape has produced limited release denim models exclusive to each of the New York and Los Angeles flagship stores. The jeans feature a colorful BAPE print across the back pockets and are said to come in both raw and distressed versions. The Shop Color Print Denim drops this Saturday, October 17th. Only available at each respective store location.

VISIT BAPE ONLINE

Kathy Ng Hassan

What Haute Denim Mamas Want

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Denim Therapy: revolutionizing designer jeans for moms.

Assuming you’re a haute mama, who has her denim jeans hanged, rinse- and degree-of-destruction coordinated and alphabetized by brand inside her closet, what else could you need?  Does that woman even exist?  Perhaps a visit by the Closet Guru, Ruth Kahn Sonnenshein, is in order?  A former Glamour magazine editor, Ruth is now an editorial and celebrity wardrobe stylist in L.A.   For less than a new pair of Jimmy Choos, she’ll come over, go through your entire closet, tell you what works for you (and your body type), what would be best altered (often times minor alterations do wonders), and shed the unflattering and outdated (for consignment and charity).  Once she’s gone through what you have, she’ll make a list of the few basics you may need (and also shop with you if you’d like) to add to your wardrobe that will give you that many more looks to incorporate into your life.  Ruth will also put together and photograph looks for you to use as reference when you just need a quick go-to (but extremely chic) outfit. Typically her rate starts at $250 (based on a hourly rate of $125).  Once you’ve had a conversation and established your needs, she can give you a better idea of how long your closet and wardrobe will take and is often able to give suggestions over the phone so that you are prepared in advance, and waste no time (and money).  So if you’re a working mom, a stay at home mom, still wearing maternity jeans and shouldn’t be, hiding behind your husband’s dress shirts or just need a little revamp, email Ruth.

Now, if you’ve got several pairs of skinnies, Boyfriends or motorcycle jeans that you’re dying to wear, but your ever growing tummy is just not gonna let you, then consider applying some Denim Therapy.  Yes, we at Denim Therapy can make your favorite designer jeans into maternity jeans.  The miracle of it all, which includes the little bun in your oven, is, we can turn your maternity jeans back into regular jeans again, should you desire it.  And, it won’t cost you an arm and a leg.  GET DENIM THERAPY

Here’s a collection of some other neato finds for discerning denimista mamas:

small_milkstars_michelle_black_480x800BTrendie - Go out in style!  BTrendie is a new below retail online outlet that specializes in mommy and kiddie related goods.  Save 40% now on the stroller that opens itself: Quinny strollers (and accessories).  *Hurry: sale ends in a few hours! Coming soon: Chaiken Maternity.  SHOP BTRENDIE

Milkalicious - Where else can you score the much coveted, celeb-loved Bravado Nursing Tank for less than what you could at Amazon?  Join their mailing list and grab their coupon which will save you 20% off your entire in-store purchase through October.  In addition, they’re having a sale on the popular Bob strollers (20% off).  SHOP MILKALICIOUS

Milkstars - Their shirts go fabulously with your premium denim!  Featuring yummy colors and discreet nursing access, these incognito nursing shirts are super soft and made to last all day.  They even have a “great-with-denim blue” color!  Denim Therapy readers: save $5 off on your purchase.  Enter DENIMCOUPON at checkout.  Offer good through October 31.  SHOP MILKSTARS


Kathy Ng Hassan





Cookie Johnson To Launch The First Premium Denim Line For Women With Curves

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I can already imagine what you’re thinking: not another celebrity launching a denim line!  Before you write this one off, check it out.  Designer Cookie Johnson has teamed up with Michael Glasser (founder of Seven, Citizens and currently Rich & Skinny), which is quite the coup, so it will be difficult to fail.  I definitely see the Rich & Skinny jeans influence in the Cj designs.  There haven’t been too many successful celebrity-backed denim lines in the past, save Victoria Beckham’s Rock & Republic crown-embroidered jean and Justin Timberlake’s William Rast line.  Considering Cookie Johnson is launching Cj by Cookie Johnson, the first premium denim line for women with curves, I’m keeping my ears to the ground.  And, with a launch at the fun-to-shop Intuition boutique here in L.A., Mrs. Magic Johnson is hitting the mainstream and reaching out to all the ladies who are dying to snag a pair of booty jeans that say classy and sassy.

DEETS
Saturday, October 3, 2009
11AM to 2PM
Intution Boutique
10581 W. Pico Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA  90064
310 234 8442

  • Meet the designer
  • Get a personal fitting
  • DJ sets
  • Refreshments

SHOP INTUITION 

Kathy Ng Hassan