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Lately, I have become mildly fascinated with the intriguing character that was Maud Gonne. Gonne, the ultimate artistic muse perhaps, inspired a great deal of Yeats' poetry including the beautiful but perhaps saccharine "He wishes for the cloths of heaven". To say he was infatuated with her .. read full article »

F as in Frank Grand Opening PartyVintage store F as in Frank is celebrating the grand opening of their new flagship store at Main and Broadway tomorrow night! You may remember their fabulous vintage 80's gear and sunglasses in our Stylefinds staff photo shoot. The party starts at 8pm; here's .. read full article »

Um, so, I decided to design a Michael Jackson tribute tee. Let the hate mail commence… read full article »

As some of our adventures can’t all be fashion-related, be sure to keep up with our hijinx on Diana’s excellent new blog: Well Worn Road! She’s got posts on our “fun lessons” in Phoenix, our hiking trip in Sedona, our day trip to the precariously-located mining town of Jerome, AZ, and .. read full article »

There is a great sale on Paul Smith women’s sunglasses at online discount designer retailer Gilt Groupe.  These stylish sunglasses in some of my favorite trends for summer are on sale for up to 70% off! I have been posting a lot about sales on Gilt Groupe lately because I think it’s a .. read full article »

One of my favorite shoe brands Siegerson Morrison just opened up their online shop which also sells their belle line. Their strappy heels are my favorite because they are so well made. I have a pair of metallic silver ones that are still going strong after 5 years. I haven't even had to get the .. read full article »

In the "cost per wearing" stakes I think that, at this point, Balenciaga owes me money for this bag. Hyperbole...or, as the ancient Greeks used to say, ὑπερβολή? Well, yes...but, bought on sale, this bag is the ultimate travel-errand running-God I need to carry a lot of stuff but .. read full article »

GALLERY: RUNWAY RUNDOWN: Hermes Spring 2010 Menswear Thanks NY Mag! read full article »

GALLERY: RUNWAY RUNDOWN: Gaspard Yurkievich Spring 2010 Menswear Thanks NY Mag! read full article »

GALLERY: RUNWAY RUNDOWN: John Richmond Spring 2010 Menswear Thanks NY Mag! read full article »

Taking inspiration from a dead musical icon (for once this week not Michael Jackson), Addison Gill channels Elvis in this androgynous editorial with a 50’s twist. SOURCE: Models read full article »

If you've been wondering, like I have, what's next from Misa I've got the deets.Knock me down, I’ll pick myself up. Ask me about my alluring, bedroom eyes, I’ll coyly wink but won’t give away my secret. Spoil me, today is my birthday—I deserve it! I am fabulous, flawed but most of .. read full article »

Paris at night The fashion industry is finally getting the recognition it deserves with a recent survey that helped formulate the 2009 Anholt-GfK Roper City Brands Index. Released on June 16, the survey asked 10,000 people from various countries to... read full article »

Christopher Kane’s Gorilla attire is everywhere this season. Check out these lucky civilians roaring down the street – literally. SOURCE: Jak & Jill read full article »

Unless you’re a Broadway star, you most likely can’t sing as well as you act. In addition, if you’re dumb enough to sell your soul to reality television, you probably aren’t literate enough to write a novel, let alone spell your name. That being said, it is beyond me how today’s .. read full article »

The space-age glamour of this collection is so inspiring. I don’t care if it’s for men: I want to rock every piece, especially loving the silver shoe-lace detail. SOURCE: Coute Que Coute read full article »

Carmen Marc Volvo's model displays at New York nightclub Citrine All designers, even high end ones, need to make sacrifices to adapt to the current financial climate. Some, however, are more unfortunate than others. Thus was the case for the... read full article »

Despite it’s $460 sale price tag, this Elizabeth and James Convertible Trench Coat is totally recession friendly. If you calculate price-per-wear on this item you will be impressed, it is a great deal when you consider it’s a coat, dress and a vest. Everyone loves a .. read full article »

Hillary & Des played hosts in our first Ustream. Check out the video below. read full article »

In case you missed the live stream of our ad raffle contest (which is a shame, Des and I had a bronze piggy bank and faceless goat), here’s the proof of the winner! Congrats to Kristen from Prim Magazine, and thanks for entering everyone! We’re going to do this every month, so if you .. read full article »

Fourth of July is rapidly approaching, and there are so many things to look forward to-barbecue, parties, and music to name a few. What other way to rock out in style then with graphic tees from Howard’s House of Fine Art? Howard’s House of Fine Art(HHOFA) is an trendy indie brand .. read full article »

Recently we posted a video of Lady Gaga’s and her  flame bra, now Bono is wearing a leather jacket complete with 240 lasers. Apparently, a sequin glove a la Michael Jackson is no longer enough to grab headlines. Designer Moritz Waldemeyer claims the lasers were completely safe for .. read full article »

Holiday weekends mean only one thing: parties, and time to shop all of those holiday sales! Okay... so that was two things. Anyway, here are today's Buzzworthy Deals!Today is the last day to save an extra 25% on all sale items at Shopbop! Enter code EXTRA25 at checkout.Now through July 7th, get .. read full article »

Rachel Zoe Rachel Zoe must be very proud of herself these days. With the second season of her reality show "The Rachel Zoe Project" having wrapped, the overly bronzed celebrity stylist is looking to ride her fame wave a bit... read full article »

Not the best photo, but these gloves are SO HOT. Get them at Perrin Paris read full article »

It’s safe to say that there’s not a bad piece in Dominic Jones’ most recent jewelry collection. Inspired by roses, Jones has some thorn and stem earrings, necklaces and rings up for grabs. My favorite piece, without a doubt, is the silver and gold finger-nailed driving gloves. The .. read full article »

Want the new Alexander Wang bag? Well, it seems as though everyone else does also. The black leather and gold studded accessory sold out just hours after its debut on the Oak website! LINKAGE: The Pipeline read full article »

I love how completely disheveled this girl looks, and then she is wearing a perfectly tailored blazer. See this and more on her Lookbook read full article »

That girl is so cute. I love this shirt. Get it at 80sPurple read full article »

Wow. That’s some crazy hair. Wonder how early she had to get up to do this one Photo via Annie at Buzznet read full article »

On Tuesday we were invited to view the Ports 1061 Pre-Spring 2010 collection, entitled “Tea Room Collection”. The collection is a 20’s-looking mix of menswear inspired pieces, metallic threads and flapper-esque dresses. It takes inspiration from Charles Mackintosh and Margaret Macdonald, .. read full article »

Kate Boggiano Niki Biki tank tops Everyone at Second City Style is mad for Chicago designer Kate Boggiano's extra long Niki Biki tank top! It started with editor Rachael Yeomans who raved about them to Carol. Carol was so wild... read full article »

Photographer: David Sims  Hair Stylist: Guido    GALLERY: SPREAD UM: “Eight Portraits” V Magazine Issue #60 Thanks 212 Dressing Room! read full article »

Losing weight is fantastic! But when you can't fit into the clothes you just purchased 4 weeks ago, it can be a bit annoying. Trust me, I realize this is a good problem to have. But how do you manage it so that you're not investing in a new wardrobe every few weeks? Since I'm experiencing this .. read full article »

Members of The Maine and A Rocket To The Moon are spreading the posi-core.  You can get the Stay Positive, among others at This City Is Burning Records. Nice to see they’re sharing the love, and the sidebangs with their fans. Warped is in San Antonio today, twit your style pics to .. read full article »

Kristin Cavallari was spotted grabbing a bite to eat at Madeo in Los Angeles recently - and forget the gold card, Kristin had a gold BAG with her, a metallic style from Gustto. This particular handbag is the Gustto Rosa bag in shimmery gold, and sadly it’s not yet available for the rest of us .. read full article »

Photo Credit Dry shampoo is a summer staple, a must-have if you travel, and a lifesaver in all the worst hair situations. Ever since I wrote How Often Should You Wash Your Hair?, I’ve received tons of emails and some comments wanting dry shampoo recommendations. Over the past few months, .. read full article »

QUICKLINK: Alice Dellal and Lizzy Jagger do hardcore for Dominic Jones jewellery lookbook read full article »

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Nothing I am seeing from or about this movie is making me want to see it. SOURCE: Jezebel read full article »

Prepare to have your pretty little minds blown away (ok my brain is small and petite, yours are humongous and filled with intelligence)... I was just about to shut up shop on the blogging front and couch out in front of Today at Wimbledon with an anchovy pizza and a beer...then I got this email .. read full article »

How is it that a living space can get so cluttered? Some people are lucky and are born with the "organized and tidy" gene. I got the "cluttered pack-rat" gene instead. With every new beginning, I promise myself that I will only keep what is absolutely necessary and all that is not under that .. read full article »

Diane Von Furstenberg Yesterday, as pedestrians hurried along (because that's what New Yorkers do) past a particular shop in Manhattan's Meatpacking District they were suddenly caught off guard by an overpowering scent. The scent, however, was not of old garbage,... read full article »

>> In all honesty, all I've been thinking of for the past hour or so (I start to wilt and melt after 3pm in a pool of my own sweat and languid thoughts...) is I need to be submerged into an ice bath right now.  I'll do it naked if I have to but perhaps wearing one of Luiza Bondadiman's cut-out .. read full article »

Use code SALE20 at the Gap to get an extra 20% off! Online only. Shop Buy Definition's Super Sale for 35% Off. Enter code SAVEBIG. Shop Nordstrom for up to 50% off! read full article »

It looks like two of the summer’s hottest trends are going to be following us into the fall season. Fringes have been around for a couple of seasons now, but I love Prada’s unique take on them: Their black Nappa leather ankle boot is accented with a short line of studded fringe.  I have to .. read full article »

Another one bites the dust as Connecticut-based bath and body label Crabtree & Evelyn filed for Chapter 11 in Manhattan yesterday. The luxe body brand, known for its Old English packaging and signature vintage scents, said the bankruptcy filing is... read full article »

Exciting things are happening for Angie over at Norwegian Wood. It's been amazing see her go from creating log cushions to these amazing harnesses and cage skirts. It's been like watching a butterfly emerge from it's cocoon.I was delighted to have the chance to give her brand a whole new look. .. read full article »

Maryna Linchuk lounges around in lingerie, sequins and fur in this editorial. Check out her Louis Vuitton thigh-high boots, wouldn’t you just love to lounge around in them too? GALLERY: Maryna Linchuk for Numéro Korea SOURCE: Fashionising read full article »