> Ferragamo opening men's only boutique, J. Crew to follow: With men's shopping a rare bright spot in the current economic climate, the Italian style luxe brand is out in front of the trend. Designed as a pseudo-bar/gathering place for discerning male shoppers from 20 to 40 years old, the store ignores the tried and tested "purse and pumps" format of most locations and opts for a more clubby vibe.
> "I Am Rich" iPhone application lures 8 buyers: The creator of $1,000 download says, "I regard it as art," but the joke program does nothing but download an image of a multifaceted ruby.
After the continued success of Prada's women's scent Infusion d’Iris, Spanish company Puig is releasing a men's Infusion fragrance in October. Similar to the female version, it combines Florentine iris with cedar, vetiver, olibanum and benzoin, and comes in a bottle modeled on the women’s version. Sounds like Prada is running a little dry on originality over there...[Cosmetic News]
Karl Lagerfeld does it for the girls and boys with his new fragrance,
Kapsule. All three unisex scents will hit the States in November.
Some of Lagerfeld's favorite scents? Fresh bread, vanilla, woods and
spices. Fresh bread? Can we expect to smell like a bakery with these
new scents? Come November, we'll find out. [WWD]
For all you art-saavy men out there, it was just announced that Christie's will auction off a large portion of Yves Saint Laurent's art collection in February. Estimated at nearly $600 million, his well stocked collection includes pieces from Picasso, Mondrian, Matisse, Goya and, of course, Warhol. I've got my bidding paddle ready! [Fashionista]
Passing Judgment: David Beckham wore some hideous--and I mean hideous--eye wear when leaving a restaurant the other night. Usually he's so impeccably dressed. I'm calling for five more Armani Underwear ads to make up for this atrocity. I'm already in touch with his people. [The Sun]
The thought of Pierre Hardy designing shoes for The Gap sent our little heads swirling with the possibilities of the vast array of footwear he would create. Alas, the only thing we'll get out of him for fall is a pair of combat boots and a taupe desert boot. He's such a tease, that Pierre Hardy. [Material Interest]
Even if you're not the leather type in the bedroom, every guy should own a stylish leather jacket. Here's how to find the perfect one! [GQ]
Once daring, provocative and iconic, it's being claimed that Madonna
and her latest fashion trends are safe and just plain blah. It's like
saying God can no longer perform miracles. [NYT]
You know Rockport shoes, right? The kind your guidance counselor or pediatrician wore? Well, in an effort to update their clientèle, the footwear brand is rolling out a younger, hipper line, and, to be honest, they're not that bad. [Material Interest]
Guess? may always be synonymous with denim, but with the launch of their upscale Black Label this September, they're hoping to change that. It might sting a little bit to wear a suit with a Guess? label, but, take it from someone who has seen the collection, it looks pretty good. [DNR]
Laser removal was always enough to deter me from getting a tattoo, but now my thoughts on the whole process might change knowing that I can grow my own skin to cover them up when I'm sick of them, which is what Pharrell Williams is going to do to cover up his ink. I'll gladly let him be the guinea pig of the procedure first. [British Vogue]
While everyone took a keen note or two on the clothes coming down the runways in Europe, the detail oriented also sought out the fabulous footwear that was carrying those clothes on the catwalk. [Material Interest]
In case anyone cares, here's a tidy play by play of Stockholm Fashion Week. [Hint]
Karl Lagerfeld's body guard, Sébastien Jondeau (and arm candy if there ever was some), escorted him for his couture show bow wearing the bright yellow safety vest Lagerfeld himself wore in the French road-safety campaigns that popped up last month. I can hear Karl now, "buckle up, beetches." [WWD]
It's no longer enough to simply declare your fashion label eco-friendly; this fall, two companies are launching garment traceability and
corporate transparency initiatives through their web sites, allowing
consumers to track the production process of their garments. I love the planet and all, but like I have time to sit and make sure my organic cotton shirt is being sewn together by legal workers with environmentally safe thread. Save that for those Greenpeace wacks. [WWD]
The men's shows in Paris ended yesterday and we're still in a fashion flurry. Word on the rue is that Galliano's show was not to be missed...for whatever reason. [The Cut]
Photographer Nick Night got out his address book to hit up some of his fabulous designer friends for their "talents" in the deejay booth. He'll feature some big names (Alexander McQueen, Stella McCartney, Naomi Campbell among others) to spin live on his website, Showstudio.com, starting July 9th. The thought of Naomi Campbell with an EP in her hand is a scary thought. Heads could literally roll. [WWD]
Prada had skirts for men last Spring; this season we've already seen man clutches and man wedges; and now, the latest feminine trend to show in Europe? Man leggings. And I always thought menswear set the trends for womenswear. Lindsey Lohan must be so excited. [The Cut]
Kanye West was seen around Paris with a mystery fashion friend in tow. Who could he be? A female presence has been noticeably absent in Kanye's life, and if the boy finally did finally pick up the bat for the other team, let's hope it's not this guy. [The Cut]
Speaking of Mr. West, he's now reportedly working on his own shoe line with Louis Vuitton, which will be followed by a womenswear line this fall. Kanye, baby, we're all waiting for you outside that big fashion closet you so resiliently reside in. [Fashionista]
Thom Browne and Brooks Brothers have extended their deal to keep Mr. Browne on as a guest designer until at least 2011 for the Brooks Brothers Black Fleece collection. He's also expected to reveal plans for a freestanding Black Fleece store in NYC's Greenwich Village. Wall Streeters now have three more years to look a little bit cooler. [DNR]
Although they seemed to have been doing just fine without a Commander in Chief for the past two years, Prada has gone and hired themselves a new a president and chief operating officer for its U.S. division. Graziano de Boni, formerly of Valentino USA, will make his debut with Prada July 1st, and, considering their profits have been up 65.8% in the last two years, he better not screw anything up. [WWD]
Judging this season's hottest, eh, mandals. That's sandals for men. I do not claim credit for said coinage. [The Cut]
Just in case anyone forgot, Allure reminds us all how to take a shower. [Jezebel]
Conceptualized by Chuck Taylor, immortalized by Andy Warhol, and, to some, arguably bastardized by John Varvatos, the life and times of everyone's favorite sneaker, Converse. [Men's Vogue]
Not that anyone really cared that Bluefly was a unisex website, but it's still nice to see the launch of The Tailor, a site outfitted specifically for us dapper men who still love a bargain on a good suit. [The Cut]
Despite his party lifestyle, his non-stop art collaborations, his bed-hopping, and his self-obsession, Marc Jacobs claims he is not, in fact, the next Andy Warhol. Interview magazine begs to differ (and I might too). [WWD]
Speaking of MJ's wishy-washy sex life, it seems he's back with Jason Preston...for now. [Queerty]
Tonight is the GenArt's 10th Anniversary Styles Fashion and Awards show (sponsored by Botox no less), which will promise to feature a number of worthy up-and-coming designers, including Hyden Yoo. Considering he started his line with $50,000 he won on Fear Factor after sucking a goat's teat (all in a days work, right?) I think he deserves a shot. [Material Interest]
We are fast approaching that short-lived time span when white is officially fashion friendly. As Memorial Day looms, here are a few ivory footwears to keep you looking spic and span all summer--and thereafter if you so choose. [Refinery 29]
Although I started moisturizing when I was 14 and can confidently say it's helped my skin stay young and fresh, that doesn't mean my eyes aren't peeled for the next miracle anti-aging product. (Someone actually told me I was too old for them over the weekend. I don't want to talk about it). Clinique Skin Supplies for Men is set to launch an anti-aging line in September. [DNR]
Tom Ford is sexy as all hell, which means he get can get away with a lot. But $2,200 sunglasses? At that price they better come with a five-course meal and some, ahem, dessert from the man himself. [Material Interest]
Harry's of London, known for their rakishly stylish British footwear, opens up shop online for the first time. [Material Interest]
Diddy tells CBS News that his label, Sean Jean, is "fashion Viagra." He continues: "I’ve had 40 year-old men tell
me that once they started wearing Sean Jean, everything changed for
them, [including] their sex life." He assumes for the better--we're skeptical. [Perez Hilton] -- SETH PLATTNER
The $10 flip flops you purchased at H&M during your last trip to the beach won't impress the boys at your next Fire Island beach bonfire or Hamptons social. Let's just say they are more flop that flip.
It's time for an upgrade, so pick up a pair of Gucci's luxurious sandals. The red and white stripe, ankle strap and suede give these a nautical and sporty look. Instead of flip-flopping all around, the ankle strap keeps your sandals secure. Take pleasure in knowing that your sandals won't fly off your feet whether you're building Barbie's Dream House out of sand or just chasing a handsome suitor down the beach.
Just make sure you get a pedicure before you wear them, and please, leave the socks at home.
To celebrate the release of Speed Racer, the CGI-heavy big-screen adaptation by Larry and Andy Wachowski of The Matrix fame, Puma, Warner Bros. Pictures and Village Roadshow Productions teamed up to create some limited-edition kicks inspired by the film that is hyped to be the biggest blockbuster of the season.
The Puma Speed Racer shoe is modeled after Puma's Scattista model and features an environmentally-friendly method of construction that uses less waste while providing superior fit and comfort—the shoe's upper is sewn directly onto the sole. The sneak comes in two colorways, one in black, silver and yellow, and another in white and red. The shoes also feature super-reflective Puma and Speed Racer logos.
They won't make you drive any faster but feel free to blame your stylish footwear if you get pulled over and frisked for speeding.
The Puma Speed Racer Shoe will be available exclusively at Puma Concept Stores Nationwide beginning May 9th. The film opens in theaters nationwide on the same day.
There are many qualities of a leader—and being a sneaker connoisseur turns out to be one of them. A study found that people who bought more three or more pairs of sneakers a year were more likely to have leadership qualities than the less-sneaker-oriented folks. I wonder what researchers have to say about men who wear high heels? [Yahoo/Reuters]
Naomi Campbell was released on bail after being held on suspicion for assaulting a police officer. Reports say she got in a tiff over lost luggage. [Reuters]
Louis Vuitton unveiled its Monogramouflage print designed by Takashi Murakami and Marc Jacobs. Just in case you need to engage in some urban warfare with an Upper East Sider at Saks Fifth Avenue. [Fashionista]
The NY Times channels a little Rebel Without a Cause in its obsession with leather jackets. [NY Times]
What should you do with that crappy smelling celebrity cologne your mother gave you for your birthday? Use it as mace to ward off burglars and muggers! Apparently, Elizabeth Arden Red Door perfume is highly effective. [UPI]
Giorgio Armani launched a line of super-lux luggage for men and women in patent crocodile skin. I wouldn't recommend checking that when flying with Delta. [WWD]
Police raided a warehouse in Queens and seized $5.5 million worth of counterfeit bags just hours before Louis Vuitton's Brooklyn bash to call attention to the evils of counterfeiting. Coincidence? Or brilliant marketing? Hmmm... [WWD]
Project Runway wins the Peabody Award, which are meant to honor excellence in entertainment and news broadcasting. Other winners include a documentary on wounded war veterans. Runway is the first reality show to win the prestigious award. An Emmy and a Peabody? Fierce! [The Cut]
The 80s are back in their fluorescent and crimped glory and Diesel is leading the way with its Spring/Summer collection. The runway presentation was an unadulterated love letter to the age when Electric Youth, Culture Club and hair bands reigned supreme.
Neon accents and 80s style are major trends this season and what better way to pay homage to the glamorous hypercolor era than a pair of neon kicks that channel a little wild b-boy style. We love Diesel's Playground high top sneaks. We love them so much, that they make us feel like this:
For a designer whose clothes are often described in fashion magazines as "urban" and "sophisticated," it's a bit surprising that Scottish designer Jonathan Saunders' first foray into shoes has nothing to do with mules, platforms or peep-toe pumps. Instead, he teamed up with 100+ year old sneaker company Gola to create a line of equally sophisticated kicks for men and women this Spring.
The Spring 2008 collaboration, which starts hitting shelves in Bloomingdale's stores this week, features high- and low-tops in Saunders' signature bold color palette in hues of primary reds, blues and yellows along with neutral gray, black, brown and beige. Saunders also mixes matte and patent materials such as suede, patent leather and herringbone fabrics. The result is a line of charming shoes that perfectly captures Saunders' unique eye for unusual combinations, while running the gamut of chic and restrained to eye-catchingly bold.
Sneaker enthusiasts and fashionistas are already foaming at the mouth to get their hands on them.
Gola by Jonathan Saunders, $160—$230, visit golausa.com
Versace's newly-launched interiors website allows architects and interior designers to download 2- and 3-D models of items to include in design plans. So, you can be sure that your purple and white gold bed will fit in your bedroom. [WWD]
Air New Zealand plans a "Pink Flight" from San Francisco to Sydney's Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras in February. According to Queerty, "High-flying homos will enjoy some international camp as the crew dons
feathered boas, serve pink cocktails and provide a bit of cabaret." All this in-flight fun for $1000. I always thought an airline with a name like Virgin would be the first to plan something like this. Yay for the Kiwis! [Queerty]
The unstoppable virus that is Crocs footwear, the neon colored shoes favored by fashion-oblivious midwestern tourists and lazy soccer moms, are causing injuries! Crikey! According to Radar, they get caught in escalators. If being an absolute eyesore wasn't reason enough to avoid the hideous things, maybe croc-hungry escalators will teach people that the shoes are not appropriate to wear in public. [Radar]
Always the drag queen of pop, Michael Jackson's wig required three hours of sprucing for a recent Italian Vogue photo shoot, say the NY Post. Come on, any drag queen worth her weight in pancake makeup lives by two cardinal rules: "The higher the hair, the closer to Jesus" and "Never spend more time on your wig than on your face." Oh, wait, Jackson has spent more time (and money) on his face. [NY Post]
While you're recovering from the long weekend of backyard barbecues and binge drinking, try not to think about the fact that Labor Day represents a last hurrah for Summer.
For many, Labor Day means returning to school or the end of half-days on Fridays. But more importantly, Labor Day means it's time to face some pressing fashion questions: What should we do with our white shoes? Can we still wear them? What about that long-standing rule about wearing white shoes after Labor Day? These are serious matters. Have you watched Serial Mom?
Luckily, Dolce & Gabbana showed winter whites on their Fall 2007 runways. Consider that a license to continue indulging your obsession with white Chuck Taylors and Jack Purcells—at least until the first signs of rain.
It seems that the fine folks at Diesel have caught Transformers- fever! The company's new Puzzle Shoe is a brilliant example of their robo- obsession.
The low-top easily transforms Voltron-style into a high-top or boot by lacing together the two additional pieces. Dial it up to a serious 10-eye boot or keep it casual with an 8-eye high-top or 6-eye sneaker that any skater will admire.
The mix of black leather and patent leather is equal parts punk rock and futuristicglam—so it fits in with some of the season's biggest trends. Dior Homme also offers a high-top sneaker that is similar to the boot style, but it is not convertible.
Let's face it, some outfits require serious standout footwear.
If you're not a shoe fanatic and only buy one pair of sneakers this season, these versatile sneaks could instantly expand your shoe collection by leaps and bound in just one swipe of the plastic. You're getting six shoes in one!
More photos after the jump!
$295, at Diesel Stores Nationwide. Visit Diesel.com for store locations.
Leave it to Prada to make footwear exciting again this fall with candy-coated, jewel-toned sneakers and shoes. Okay, they aren't exactly candy-coated, but with a mirror-finish patent leather, they look delicious enough to eat.
While patent leather is a hot trend for shoes this fall, superstar designer Miuccia Prada added her own modern twist for the guys: Ombre. However, they aren't for the meek.
Ombre is a fancy term that refers to the gradual fade between colors and tones—usually from light to dark.
My picks? The red and black sneakers (though the blue and black pair make for a subtle look that looks great with dark jeans) and the silver and black shoes (pictured after the jump), of course.
The '80s have officially come full circle. It was only a matter of time before the color-changing Hypercolor t-shirts you once loved were resurrected. This time, they've been reincarnated as a Puma shoe for sneaker connoisseurs.
The fabric of these sneakers is chemically treated to change color when exposed to various temperatures—like a mood ring for your feet. The colors shift from dark green to blue to deep purple and black.
Not only is its chameleon quality a throwback to earlier (and some
might say, less fashionable) times but the design of the sneaker is also
vintage classic. The "basket" style was originally introduced in
1971.
The only foreseeable problem is the color-changing makes it a difficult to wear if you are adamant about matching your kicks to your belt and bag.
Lance Armstrong and Nike are launching the Livestrong Collection of
sports apparel, shoes and accessories for men, women and children this
fall. All proceeds from the line will benefit the Lance Armstrong
Foundation to support cancer survivors. Let's just hope the obnoxious
yellow color of his ubiquitous bracelets will be used sparingly or
everyone without a tan will look sick. [DNR]
Levi Strauss tapped Young British Artist Damien Hirst to collaborate on the company's Warhol Factory X label of denim for Spring 2008. Hirst, who is known for his works of preserving dead animals in giant tubs of formaldehyde (yuck!), is also a fan of spin art. Let's hope he decides to leave the formaldehyde at home when designing the line. The stench of the stinky stuff is about as appealing as marinating in Drakkar Noir.
The Warhol Factory X line experiments with the use of textures, fabrics, colors, and treatments. It captures the Waholian pop-art spirit but at times, it wobbles on the line of cheesy '90s club garb, gel-shellacked hair and reflective shirts made in fabrics that are not of this planet. [WWD]
The Wall Street Journal announces the return of Preppy. Thanks for joining the party, a few years late. The media has been playing croquet Prep-school style—including polos, sweater vests and schoolboy ties—for what seems like years now. [WSJ]
When he handed in his "When in Rome" feature late last year, Out contributor Michael Joseph Gross also brought these into the office as a gift (we won't say who's wearing them).
They are bright red. They pull all the way up to the knees. They are a part of every new priest's uniform, says Michael. And you too can own a pair if you make a pilgrimage to the Vatican gift shop!
Crocs, those brightly-colored Swiss-cheese clogs that became ubiquitous last year, and which James Cramerrecently touted on Mad Money, have been banned in Blekinge hospital in Sweden (via Boing Boing).
Apparently they were causing static electricity, which made the machinery go haywire.
There is something about sneakers that demands all excesses be forgiven: day-glo colors, clashing patterns, dubious technological advances (inflating air pods?) What's more, Gucci's hookup with Puma proves that even this most (pardon me) pedestrian section of the footwear marketplace is hot stuff.
Herewith, a guide to the season's hottest sneakers, with something (we hope) for every taste:
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