Daphne Guinness, fashion icon and muse (for me at least!), will apparently be showcasing 80 to 100 pieces from her extraordinary wardrobe at the Fashion Institute of Technology, September 2011 through to January 2012. To describe Daphne’s style as something unpredictably exciting and original would be an understatement. Lady Gaga doesn’t even come close, NOT EVEN CLOSE.
Until next time,
VICTORY OR DEATH
Yours,
Julia Vaughn
I’ve come across these fantastically hand painted prints on nylons by Marchesa a number of times since they hit the runway a few weeks ago. The detailing is just breathtaking, I can’t imagine the amount of pain those nimble fingers must have been subjected to during the process of painting and bejeweling the stockings. Thinking back, Karl Lagerfeld also incorporated temporary tattoos in Chanel’s 2010 Spring collection, and by the looks of it, tattoos have heavily influenced designers from all ends of the fashion spectrum (Rodarte and Jean Paul Gaultier’s Spring 2010 collections) this season!
I found these cheaper alternatives from Post’s on Etsy; although they aren’t anywhere near as glamorously extravagant as Marchesa’s show-stopping nylons, they aren’t half bad! With a couple rhinestones and some glue-gun action, we’ve got some serious potential here people! Considering the price tags for these are between $13 - $18, I might give these a go and see what I can do to spice ‘em up!
Until next time,
VICTORY OR DEATH
Yours,
Julia Vaughn
Hey peeps, I’ve been doing some SERIOUS treasure digging on eBay recently and wanted to share one eBay store in particular with all you ladies reading this. Claire Incorruptible (aka Claire Inc.), has got the goods and some! I’ve grabbed a few images of the incredible vintage gems on sale right now with the listed pricing to give you an idea of what’s in store at Claire Inc. One of the reasons why I wanted to specifically feature this store and this store only, was because of the exemplary styling used in the shots. It’s rare to find a store on eBay that depicts a level of such professionalism when it comes to styling, garment shots and great vintage finds. The models get two thumbs up too, but I gotta hand it to whom ever got the outfits, hair and makeup together because seriously, the looks are ridonkulously fab.
Vintage Chanel Bow Necklace - $319.56
Vintage Moschino Leggins (LOVE THESE!) - $150.15
Vintage Moschino Logo Bag - $240.06
Vintage Escada Cami with giant Metallic Bow - $204.05
Vintage Kenzo Jumpsuit (ADORABLE!!) - $267.24
Could those Chloe Sevigny wedges for Opening Ceremony be any hotter?! Goooooooosh.
I want. I die.
Until next time,
VICTORY OR DEATH
Yours,
Julia Vaughn
Cardigan, Cassette; Button-down, Calvin Klein, Jeans, Calvin Klein; Shoes, Forever21; Sunglasses, Nina Ricci and my infamous “Henbag”
Until next time,
VICTORY OR DEATH
Yours,
Julia Vaughn
I just bumped into this video a few seconds ago and feel better already! . Prada’s whimsical Spring/Summer 2010 collection is definitely as pretty as it is contagious. That sublime lip gloss looks more like coral enamel, or some OPI nail polish that’s been shellacked onto those heart shaped lips… makes me crave candy. Oh, and the clear clutch is a must. Definitely.
Until next time,
PRADA OR DEATH
Yours,
Julia Vaughn
