I have a love/hate relationship haute couture. I love the creativity, the skill, the ridiculous effort that goes into making such beautiful garments. BUT I hate that they're basically not meant to be worn. The number of people on earth that could actually afford a TRUE couture outfit is probably 0.001% of the population (This goes waaay beyond the income levels of, say, Jay-Z ... I'm talking Warren Buffet/Bill Gates $$$)
Anyway, the Spring 2009 Couture shows are underway & one of my favorite designers, Jean Paul Gaultier, definitely delivered. Extra kudos for picking 51 year old legend Ines de la Fressange.
Here's interview JPG recently did with journalist Suzy Menkes
Jean Paul Gaultier w/ Suzy Menkes
By anikaserwaa · January 31, 2009 · 0 Comments · 15 Views
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Jason Wu, Inauguration Designer
By anikaserwaa · January 20, 2009 · 0 Comments · 20 Views
Jason Wu designed the most anticipated outfit of the year, Michelle Obama's Neighborhood Inauguration Ball gown.
He's 26, originally from Taipei, working out of New York. Here's a look at his Spring 2009 collection.
I love that our new First Lady isn't only fashionable, she's giving shine to young unknowns or little knowns.
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In honor of our new first couple
By anikaserwaa · January 17, 2009 · 0 Comments · 8 Views
The legend Q-Tip f/ Amanda Diva
"ManWomanBoogie"
R.I.P. Bettie Page
By anikaserwaa · December 15, 2008 · 0 Comments · 8 Views
From Shine
Pinup queen Bettie Page died last Thursday at the age of 85, leaving behind a legacy of sexual freedom, feminine power, and cult-figure style. As a model in the late '40s into the '50s—through more than 20,000 photographs—Page softened the image of sexual bondage, added a sense of humor and light-heartedness to traditional cheesecake photos, and inspired generations of fans to create comic books, biographies, knickknacks, and a 2005 film in her honor.
For fashion and beauty fanatics, Page will be remembered best for her iconic and enduring style, which never changed and which included thick black bangs, super-arched eyebrows, bright red lipstick, dark nails, and platform pumps. More than a half a century later, one can still see Page's influence—in Katy Perry's bangs, Lindsay Lohan's dark nail polish, Dita Von Teese's entire look,
Street Fashion, Mission District
By anikaserwaa · November 26, 2008 · 0 Comments · 7 Views
Mission District
San Francisco, CA
Despite the recent influx of Yuppies and hipster hangouts, has maintained the vibrancy of its rich Latin heritage. Dotted with vivid murals, taquerias, and indy bookstores its has a flavor all its own.
Mission District
San Francisco, CA
Street Trends, Union Square
By anikaserwaa · November 26, 2008 · 0 Comments · 11 Views
Union Square
San Francisco, CA
Union Square, named after the pro-Union rallies held there during the Civil War, is the third largest shopping area in the U.S. With its mix of plays, art galleries, cheap & chic fashion, and high end labels, it draws an eclectic mix of tourists and locals.
Maybe it was the chilly weather, but the best outfits seemed to belong to the guys. Whether on purpose or by chance, they had a better sense of style.
Street Fashion, Berkeley
By anikaserwaa · November 26, 2008 · 0 Comments · 4 Views
Telegraph Avenue
It’s more mainstream than it was during its heyday, but Telegraph remains a hub of outcasts, intellectuals, and activists.
Berkeley, CA
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