Prices range from $15 to $100 at the Earnest Sewn sample sale. Jeans are $70 (originally $225), women’s dresses and tops are $50 (originally $225), women’s denim jackets are $70 (originally $275), and men’s button-downs are $30 (originally $155).
WHEN: 3/4 – 3/7, Th–S (10–8), Su (10–7).
WHERE: 94 Orchard St., n.r Delancey St.
–Nikki Cho Russo
Being an eco and charitable conscious person can certainly pay-off. Help the Gap with their charitable initiative called Cotton to convert donated old denim into Ultra Touch Natural Cotton Fiber Insulation with the help of Cotton Incorporated. Read WWD’s full article below and check in with the Gap to find participating locations.
Cotton Incorporated has partnered with Gap Inc. on a charitable initiative called Cotton: From Blue to Green. Beginning today and running through March 14, consumers who visit one of about 1,000 participating Gap stores in North America and Puerto Rico can donate their old denim to be converted into UltraTouch Natural Cotton Fiber Insulation and given to needy communities. In return, they receive a 30 percent discount on new denim purchases. Since the Cotton: From Blue to Green program began five years ago, enough denim has been donated to create cotton fiber insulation for more than 540 homes, the companies said. This is the first time a retailer has conducted the denim drive. (Source: WWD Staff)
–Nikki Cho Russo
How to Make it in America, a new HBO tv series’ third episode is titled “Paper, Denim and Dollars”. For all you Bryan Greenberg fans, plug into the How to Make it in America website to watch the episode of Ben and Cam getting their Crisp Jeans business off the ground.
(By: Doug Norrie)
I wasn’t sure if How to Make it in America would lend itself to weekly coverage. Going forward it may not. It turns out the machinations behind creating a business, while interesting, aren’t the biggest source of writing material. In “Paper, Denim and Dollars” Ben and Cam finally get their little venture off the ground and Rene takes his business to the streets.
It was nice to see Cam take something on and finally make it work in the form of actual dollars. When he sells the Wilfredo decks to a group of uptown prep school kids on the notion that Wilfredo is, in fact, crazy, he shows that his contribution to Crisp jeans will be more than bluster and smooth talking. Is it conceivable that he sold $1500 worth in an afternoon? Of course not, but hell a victory is a victory. What I loved to see was his and Ben’s ultimate dedication to their jeans and each other. That each is willing to go to any level (rent money, selling decks out of a shopping cart) to make their idea work is more a testament to what they feel about each other than their actual faith in the product.
Ben and Cam are guys on their last straw. If Crisp jeans doesn’t work out there is no chance either will do much with their lives. I’m not saying they’d be the dregs of society, but that “we’re too young to fail” mentality is starting to enter its twilight. Crisp jeans just has to work. Right?
Meanwhile Luis Guzman is a revelation. I don’t know if it’s the accent, his mannerisms or Rene’s absolute ruthless determination to sell Rasta Monsta, but I found myself laughing every time he entered frame. His dealing with the bodega owner and learning how exactly to market Rasta Monsta (hint: it’s equal parts violent threats and good old fashioned marketing) are lessons both Cam and Ben could and should learn quickly. He deals with two sleazy executives for Rasta Monsta, who look like they came right out of the Guido’s Guide to Subtlety, in exactly the way you deal with guys like that; you don’t allow them to speak.
All in all, another strong episode of How to Make it in America. Crisp jeans is moving along and Rasta Monsta is going to take over every bodega in the city.
Other thoughts:
- I always wondered what interior designer did. Turns out they “save this city 300 square feet at a time.”
- I was glad Ben’s dad didn’t turn out to be some rich guy. It’s more realistic that Ben comes from modest and loving means rather than some high-powered CEO that regrets Ben’s lack of focus in life. (Cinemablend.com)
–Nikki Cho Russo
The Congress Plaza Hotel, Chicago
Planning to do some serious shopping in Chicago? Then you better hold onto your bills for The Warehouse Sale’s big event, occupying 10,000 square feet at the Congress Plaza Hotel on March 5 and 6. “The unprecedented sale will offer dramatic savings on some 15,000 items of pure value and style including women’s and men’s jeans in all sizes (this is not a traditional “sample” sale) as well as a full range of tops, jackets, dresses, sweaters, skirts and shorts.”
Expect to find drool-worthy brands like 7 For All Mankind, AG Jeans, Antik Denim, BCBG Max Azria, Chip & Pepper, Christian Audigier, Ed Hardy, English Laundry, Frankie B., Junk Food, Laguna Beach, Lucky Brand, MEK, Monarchy, Morphine Generation, Rock & Republic, Rock Revival, Taverniti So, True Religion, William Rast and more.
Shoppers are encouraged to register in advance at TheWarehouseSale to receive an invitation to the event for expedited entry, or pay $5 at the door.
DEETS
The Congress Plaza Hotel
Great Hall (On Michigan Avenue by Grant Park)
520 South Michigan Avenue
Chicago, IL 60605
Community dressing rooms available.
MC/V/AMEX/DISC
Date & Time/More Info.:
RSVP For Friday 3/5/10 (2 PM – 8 PM)
RSVP For Saturday 3/6/10 (10 AM – 4PM)
– Kathy Ng Hassan
Normally, when I make my way down to Greenwich Street it’s usually because I’m driving through traffic hell en route to cross the Holland Tunnel, but now that those days are thankfully over, my only destination in that neck of the woods is to get to Aloha Rag. A long time favorite store of mine, they have a location at 505 Greenwich Street (at Spring Street). The store is well curated with coveted brands such as Balmain, Margiela, Balenciaga, and Comme Des Garcons, to name a few. I bought my lovely R13 jeans there that I absolutely love.
A regular customer and fan of Aloha Rag’s simple cardigans is Thakoon Panichgul, the Thai-born, Omaha-raised, design darling of Anna Wintour. Thakoon recently showed his Fall 2010 RTW collection at New York Fashion Week. After a mention of Aloha Rag’s cardigans being a uniform for him in an interview, Aloha Rag contacted Thakoon and the rest is history.
Last night was the debut of his men’s wear collaboration with Aloha Rag of two plaid unisex cashmere cardigans. I had the pleasure of meeting Thakoon, and of course, he was sporting his current obsession, plaid. With the saying that “little is more”, Thakoon fans are left wanting more of what he has to offer to men’s wear. Perhaps, this is a little prelude to something more to come. We certainly hope so!
Fortunate for New Yorkers, Thakoon’s cardigans are only available at the Greenwich Street store, but you can shop for more Thakoon at Aloha Rag’s online store.
–Nikki Cho Russo
Last week, I had written about my anticipation to see the relaunch of Generra under the helm of dynamic duo Swaim and Christina Hutson at this upcoming Fashion Week. Well, in today’s WWD, they have given an exclusive interview and peak at the collection.
Swaim and Christina Hutson
Next Friday, the designers will have their much-anticipated comeback moment, and this time they’ll do so at the helm of a company having a hyped reboot of its own: Generra. The Hutsons’ new inspiration? A decidedly more upbeat “Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs.”
“We were attracted to the colors, the movement and how sweet and fun everything was in the movie,” says Christina, nestled into her chair at the Generra headquarters on Seventh Avenue. “Going forward, everything is going to be bright and optimistic.” She gestures to the racks of clothes around her — a preview exclusive to WWD — and they’re a rainbow of cheerful jeans, ruffled frocks and T-shirts with a pop Eighties vibe. The collection is a marked shift from those of their predecessors; Tony Melillo, who helped relaunch the popular Eighties brand in 2004, went relaxed and leisurely, while his successor Pina Ferlisi took things for a tomboyish spin. “This is definitely another take on Generra’s DNA,” says Dan Shamdasani, chief executive officer and president of parent company Public Clothing. “It’s young, vibrant and fresh.” (WWD – Click here to read today’s full article)
Generra A/W 2010
Photos by John Aquino
Stay tuned folks, I will be posting photos of the collection the day after the fashion show!
–Nikki Cho Russo
Last year's honorees.
Rub shoulders with fellow fashionistas? Possibly rub shoulders with independent film’s up-and-comers who make screen time at Sundance? And, it’s presented by Gen Art and 7 for All Mankind? Where do I sign up?
DEETS
Friday, January 22
10:00pm-1:00am
Sky Lodge
201 Heber Street
(@ corner of Main Street)
Park City, UT 84068
Gen Art and 7 For All Mankind invite select film industry members, members of the press and Gen Art members to the 3rd Annual “7 Fresh Faces in Film” Celebration on January 22nd, taking place during the Sundance Film Festival in Park City, Utah.
DJ Jeffrey Tonnesen Spins
This event honors 7 rising indie film stars who have break-out performances in a Sundance feature film. Past honorees include Olivia Thirby (”Juno”), Jason Ritter (”Peter & Vandy”), Kate Mara (”Transiberrian”), Paz de la Huerta (”The Guitar”), Zach Gilford (”Dare”) and Charlyne Yi (”Paper Hearts”). The event will be hosted by an influential member of the film community. Academy Award nominees Jason Reitman (director of “Juno” and recently “Up in the Air”) and Virginia Madsen (”Sideways”) were past hosts for the event.
This year’s honorees to be announced in mid-January.
Complimentary beverages will be provided by Patron, Stella Artois and Fiji Water.
Click here for more information or to PURCHASE TICKETS.
– Kathy Ng Hassan
If you are a reader of this blog, then there’s a very good chance you are already a fashionista in your own right, but you want to really pursue — on a professional level — your knack for making your denim-enhanced ensemble look fresh off the runway. You know how to pair your Rag & Bone legging jeans with the perfect Mike & Chris trench-inspired coat. You never met a selvedge jean you didn’t like, but you hate it when designers do a rush job on the latest fashion trends, just to get noticed. And, if you’re a young, aspiring fashion diva, then you have a great opportunity to learn what it takes to make some noise at Fashion Week. See information below on how to get schooled…
Fashionista University is an amazing new program for teens and gals in their early twenties. Students will even participate on field trips to the city’s hottest spots including a trip to the fashionista holy land New York Fashion Week. The biggest comment we’ve received thus far has been, “Where was a program like this when I was younger!” (Don’t worry; next year, adult classes will be added due to popular demand!)
DEETS
Program begins January 23rd, 2010.
Seven-week, Saturdays only hands on courses to learn the ins and outs of the fashion business including:
Run by fashion designers Kathlin Argiro and Courtney Zellmer and publicityguru Gwen Wunderlich-Smith, Fashionista University gives students a Project Runway meets Gossip Girl real world approach, with celebrity, editor and guest designer appearances, as well as access to fashion shows, showroom events, publishing houses, TV stations and more! Fashionista University provides tools teens need to turn their dreams into a reality and break in to the world of fashion with opportunities and experiences beyond anything they ever imagined.
*Denim Therapy readers: save $100 off registration if you mention you heard it here on the Denim Therapy blog!
Click here for more information and to REGISTER.
– Kathy Ng Hassan
Join J Brand for another J Brand Gallery event — East Coast edition, at the Henry Lehr & Co store in NYC on Saturday, December 19. Shop, schmooze and savor the experience: beautiful fashionistas such as yourself, snagging high-end denim goods. Bonus: with any full price purchase, you receive a gorgeous limited edition J Brand scarf (while supplies last). Sweet.
DEETS
Opens Saturday, December 19
1PM – 5PM
Henry Lehr & Co.
9 Prince Street
New York, NY
212 274 9921
– Kathy Ng Hassan
The French designer of whimsically romantic, ultra-feminine clothing, Sonia Rykiel, will hit H&M stores this week! Prices will start at 7.95 euros, or $12 at current exchange rates, for thongs, rising to 19.95 euros, or $30, for bras and 79.95 euros, or $114.5, for homewear items.
Zac Posen to design for Target’s Go International line, which will launch April 25th!
Read the WWD articles below.
–Nikki Cho Russo
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PARIS — Sonia Rykiel has given WWD a preview of the first looks from its lingerie collaboration with H&M, which will hit stores this week.
The 70-piece collection will be available on Saturday in 1,500 H&M stores worldwide and will go on sale at the same time at Rykiel boutiques — the first time a guest designer for H&M will do so. The French firm counts 44 boutiques worldwide, along with 52 in-store shops.
“I wanted to show that I am very proud of this collection,” Sonia Rykiel’s daughter, Nathalie, who is president and artistic director of the fashion house, told WWD. “I also wanted to entice women who love our brand, but who may be hesitant to visit our boutiques.”
Click here to read the full article
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Zac Posen, who has dressed stars such as Kate Winslet, Gwyneth Paltrow and Jennifer Lopez, will be the next limited edition designer of Target’s Go International series.
Posen’s Go International collection will be available at most Target stores nationwide and online at Target.com from April 25 through May 30.
Go International, which focuses on young or emerging designers, has, since 2007, featured Erin Fetherston, Jovovich-Hawk, Rogan, Richard Chai, Jonathan Saunders, Thakoon and Tracy Feith. Next month, Target will introduce Rodarte, the collection designed by sisters Kate and Laura Mulleavy.
Target did not disclose prices for Posen’s collection, but previous Go collections have been in the $14.99 to $149.99 range. Posen’s own collection is priced from $900 to $12,000, with custom pieces fetching upward of $20,000.
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