Known for producing fierce, post-apocalyptic jewelry for a new generation of taste-making women who love to make a serious statement, Pamela Love always seems to nail presentation, whether it’s a showing during fashion week or a dreamy lookbook. The fall 2011 lookbook is no exception, employing one of our favorite models (Charlotte Free) and a backdrop of denim to set off the glistening metallics.
Images via We Are Selecters.
—Michelle Christina Larsen
Tags: acid wash denim, charlotte free, Fall 2011, jewelry, LookBook, pamela love
We can all agree that the new Fall/Winter trend of white after Labor Day is one of the best looks in a while, but what does this mean for the flip side of the color spectrum? We decided to take a look at neon/denim mixes for the upcoming fashion season, and we have to admit, we really like what we see. So, grab one or two of these uber-bright accessories, pair it with your favorite jean pieces and start counting your compliments. Just think of us as your fashion Santa. Ho ho ho! You’re welcome.
1. Wet Seal Neon Hair Bands ($3.50) – buy it at Wet Seal.
2. Michael Kors Uptown Astor Clutch ($89) – buy it at Michael Kors.
3. Adidas Wooster Neon Watch ($52) – buy it at Amazon.
4. ICON Eyewear ‘Daniel’ Neon aviators ($10) – buy it at Nordstrom.
5. Tom Binns Slap Dash Swarovski crystal bib necklace ($1900) – buy it at Net-A-Porter.
6. Deena & Ozzy Neon belt ($24) – buy it at Urban Outfitters.
7. J. Crew Cashmere fingerless gloves ($48) – buy it at J. Crew.
8. Apple Neon iPhone bumper case ($29) – buy it at Apple.
—Sarah Greene
Tags: acessories, clutches, denim style, Fall 2011, mittens, neon, trendy, watches, winter 2011
Need some style tips for fall this week? You know we love stalking the blogosphere for our outfit inspiration! Whether you’re feeling totally preppy, super casual, or rock’n'roll, there’s something here for you. Browse these stylish fall looks from all over the world and start shopping your own closet! We even through in a few warmer options in honor of the 68 degrees weather in NYC today.
Images from left to right: Cheyenne Meets Chanel; Chic Too Chic; The Fashion Writress; Fashion Agony; Lady Addict
—Michelle Christina Larsen
Tags: cut off shorts, denim fashion, denim style, Fall 2011, faux-fur vest, skinny jeans, style blogger, what to wear, white denim shorts
Last time we talked Agave Denim we were giving away two gorgeous pairs of jeans to two lucky readers—but the truth is, whether you win them, buy them, or otherwise miraculously acquire them, owning a pair of Agave Denim Jeans is an experience not to be missed. Designed by husband and wife team Jeff and Lauren Shafer, the brand has what you want: comfortable, chic, luxurious, eco-friendly, on-trend pieces that fit great and go with everything in your closet. We had a chance to stop by the showroom to discuss the fall and holiday collections, as well as get a quick sneak peek at spring 2012!
The fall 2011 line is Lauren Shafer’s first full spectrum collection after her stay-at-home-mom hiatus. A total fit fanatic and a skilled pattern maker, she made all of her own first samples this season—talk about hands on! She chose to work only with hand-picked luxury fabrics, creating a line with 17 different fits of jeans, jeggings, and trousers in both indigo and novelty fabrics, including a gorgeous indigo cord as an alternative to fall denim. Key new fall fits include the “Listo” and “Fortuna” slim fit and higher rise trouser and the Fusta riding jegging (which you see a detail shot above). To pair with these pieces, she designed both fashion and basic knit sweaters in Supima cotton and other cotton blends, as well as some killer leather jackets.
More points for Agave? They also offer dark denim in super soft, stretch fabrics that use less water in the wash process through an “Ozone washing”. Check out the full fall 2011 lookbook for women below!
In the men’s line, the focus continues on fabric and fit—most fabrics employ 98/2% cotton/elastane to give comfort but retain shape. Jeff Shafer considers designing an art and works similarly with strictly hand-picked fabrics from boutique mills in Japan, Italy, and the US. He created new finishes and vintage-esque washes in a variety of fits, expanding also into a broad range of super wearable luxury Supima cotton knits and t-shirts, as well as leather jackets and some covetable merino wool sweaters. One of his favorite styles in the fall line are vintage black and colored yarndye denim in muted Autumn hues.
Agave Gold Label also offers limited edition selvage jeans, numbered and signed. This season, it’s the “1930’s rinse” selvage from Cone White Oak, which has the look (but not the feel) of raw denim. Check out the full fall 2011 lookbook for men below!
Finally, we were treated to a preview of the spring line, which included lots of gorgeous colors taken from the landscape of Mexico and the Sea of Cortez (more on that later), applied to fresh fits and looks we can’t wait to wear. Stay tuned on this one, denim-heads—we’ll show you the mood boards the designers created to inspire this spring collection!
Check out our snaps from the showroom of the fall/holiday 2011 and spring 2012 lines below, and check out Agave Denim online to shop the fall collection now!
Showroom photos by Raffael Flores-Contreras.
—Michelle Christina Larsen
Tags: agave denim, Fall 2011, holiday 2011, jeff shafer, lauren shafer, mens denim, showroom, spring 2012 preview, stretch cord denim, womens denim
Rising media star Patrick Schwarzenegger was spotted in Beverly Hills rocking his Hudson Jeans fall campaign look—the Sartor Slouchy Skinny in Tar. The slouchy (yet skinny!) fit gave him a casual-cool look that goes great with any t-shirt and some fresh kicks, while the no-fade waxed black coating mixed up the ensemble’s texture and appearance from the usual denim facade. We’re all about this versatile style from Hudson—if you love it too, grab yours here for $198!
—Jackie Racer
Tags: campaign, coated denim, Fall 2011, Hudson Jeans, Patrick Schwarzenegger, Sartor Slouchy Skinny in Tar, waxed denim, where to buy hudson jeans
We’ve established that Wrangler is exponentially rising as a “cool” premium denim brand—especially overseas—and their latest lookbook has some more evidence to this point. With a hint of attitude that reminds us of Diesel marketing (without the pro-stupid slogans and overt sexual liberation), models pose against stone greys and cement backdrops. Denim-on-denim combos are recurring, with mixed wash styles on both genders (we love one combo that pairs cuffed light wash jeans with a medium-dark wash workshirt and knit vest). Plaids in blue and red color ways, vintage-inspired sweaters, leather jackets, and furry hats are styled into the shoot effortlessly—soak up some of this FW’11 fashion inspiration! A bit more on the concept of this lookbook below…
“Mark your territory is the FW11 season theme: Wrangler urges its clientele to customize their own jeans. To give each pair a life of their own. Mark your territory extends Wrangler’s brand signature. We are animals. Like animals we are compelled to mark our space and our belongings, to leave our stamp. Tagging, tattooing, branding: these are primal animal impulses. In FW11, we challenge consumers to ‘Mark Their Territory’.”
—Michelle Christina Larsen
Tags: Fall 2011, fur hats, LookBook, mark your territory, mens denim, premium denim brand, womens denim, Wrangler
We were already stoked the first time MiH Jeans collaborated with Net-A-Porter on the Spring 2011 capsule collection, and the second time around has us revving up our e-shopping engines too. For Fall 2011 they’re offering luxurious silk, velvet and cord fabrications in autumnal shades of bronze, burgundy and navy. Founder and Creative Director Chloe Lonsdale, says “We really wanted to capture the essence of that chic gamine vibe and tap into the mood of the season, while also offering an approachable way to wear these trends.” You’ll find ’70s style high-waist trousers, flare legs, pleated skirts, fitted blazers, and other fall fashion essentials that really round out this smart and tasteful set. ”I was particularly inspired by Julie Christie and Annie Hall; the understated sophistication of their uptown/downtown style that stood the test of time,” says Lonsdale.
—Jackie Racer
Tags: 70's style, capsule collection, chloe lonsdale, Fall 2011, julie christie, MiH Jeans, Net-A-Porter, Spring 2011
Welcome to your morning dose of denim news, links, sales, and everything else we couldn’t help but share. Check out what’s happening (and totally not happening) in the world of denim now. Got a tip you think we should include, a sale you want to share, or a style you just saw and can’t live without? Email us!
1. NYLON Magazine posted up the winners of their best dressed denim competition. Check out the winners and get some outfit inspiration.
2. The Diesel Black Gold Fall 2011 collection is now online & up for grabs. We love the drop-crotch light wash jeans!
3. 7 For All Mankind is launching a live chat session called “Denim Fit Forum” on September 8th from 10AM – 12PM PST. It gives you the chance to chat with 7FAM designer Jen Garcia on their facebook page and ask any questions about fit or style you might have. It’ll continue for all of September, so get your Q’s ready!
4. Check out the latest Naked & Famous Herringbone raw denim jeans, with red contrast selvedge, reviewed by Rawr Denim.
5. Heads up, LA! William Rast is having a warehouse sale this Friday, and you’re invited. Up to 80% off, so you have no excuse not to drop by!
—Michelle Christina Larsen
Tags: 7 for All Mankind, denim contest, Diesel Black Gold, Fall 2011, Naked & Famous, nylon magazine, William Rast
Playing off their spring/summer collection of breezy pastels and candy colored denim, M2F has followed up with a set of hues just as delicious for fall. The M2F fall 2011 lookbook features desaturated jewel tones that remain radiant while still appropriate for autumn color schemes. We’re completely in love with these sentimental color stories, from deep purple denim jackets to destroyed denim in maroon. Style these gorgeous jeans with creme colored knits and metallic accessories for a look that’s both on-trend and excitingly bold. Check out their retail locations and score yourself a pair for fall!
Images via Denim Blog.
—Michelle Christina Larsen
Tags: colored denim, destroyed denim, Fall 2011, fall denim trends, LookBook, m2f, purple denim jacket, red jeans, skinny jeans
Gentlemen, let’s talk fall wardrobe staples. There are a few key pieces you’ll need for fall (basic knits for layering, fresh kicks, and maybe an unexpected pop-color scarf) but one thing is certain. A well-made, up-to-date denim workshirt is going to be the item you can go-to over and over this season when you’re putting together outfits. Whether it’s an ombre-dipped take on a classic, or a pinstripe industrial-inspired piece, you can’t go wrong with this essential. Below are six our recommendations for your closet this September.
1. The Real McCoy’s Joe Mccoy men’s western shirt (Approx $287) – buy it at Superdenim.
2. Scotch & Soda men’s blue striped denim shirt ($124) – buy it at Ron Robinson.
3. Topman blue dip-dyed striped shirt ($20 on sale) – buy it at Topman.
4. AllSaints light grey Crag Shirt ($135) – buy it at AllSaints.
5. Neil Barrett blue washed denim shirt ($455) – buy it at Stylebop.
6. Polo Ralph Lauren custom fit denim Ranger shirt ($145) – buy it at Mr Porter.
—Michelle Christina Larsen
Tags: bleached denim, chambray, denim for men, Denim Menswear, denim workshirt, dip-dyed, Fall 2011, fall fashion for men, fall style, ombre, pinstripe, shopping tips for men, wardrobe staples
Follow us
Join us
Subscribe
