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> See Jake run: Photos from the set Prince of Persia: the Sands of Time -- based on the popular computer game about a sixth century
prince -- show off Gyllenhaal's newly upgraded guns.
> Make grilled cheese sandwiches in your toaster: Feed your sandwich into reusable bags. All the gooey goodness, half the mess that might end up on your shirt.
> Lutz & Patmos team with West Elm: Knitwear designers collaborate with affordable chic homemakers West Elm on luxe line of pillows and throws.
> Invisibility cloak?: Scientists say they are a step closer to developing materials that
could render people and objects invisible.
> Project Runway sneak peek: Bravo hosts icon Brooke Shields as a guest judge, and our guess is the designers' challenge will relate to her character on sister station NBC's Lipstick Jungle.
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Menswear outpaced women's fashion in overall sales during the past year, reports AP. According to research company NPD Group Inc., menswear
sales rose 0.8 percent in the last year (ending in May), while womenswear
sales fell 3.5 percent. And since May, womenswear
sales dropped 3 percent, while menswear sales rose 2.3 percent.
Fashion analysts explain menswear's new lead on the recent influx of slimmer, tailored looks, like those offered by Out 100 honoree Thom Browne (above) in recent years, and a more casual work environment that allows for increased options and in turn means more opportunities to purchase and wear a wider variety of looks. And menswear companies like Nautica and Levi Strauss and Co.'s
Dockers, once unthinkably inappropriate for the office, "have reworked their fits -- pants, for example, have less
material in the seat and thigh and have no pleats; suit jackets have
higher armholes with narrower and shorter sleeves," which offer cleaner, more modern silhouettes.
Ironically, other analysts believe that with our pokey to the point of groan-inducing economy, many men are actually paying more attention to what they wear to the office, or at least spending bigger bucks in hopes of being taken more seriously at work. "I am dressing up a bit more," Steve Hale, a 37-year-old fashion consultant, told AP. "If you are keeping up
with fashion, people notice and it gives them more confidence [that the
financial industry is going to turn around]." Hale says he spends $500 a month on clothes, more than twice as much as he spent previously.
Never an industry to idly sit on its hands when a new market begins to present itself, the big boys of fashion are already courting eager male shoppers. Ferragamo and J.Crew are opening men's only boutiques. Bloomingdales has created special areas in its men's department that feature tailored clothing and flashy accessory items like ice buckets, GPS systems and luxe shaving kits. Macy's is adding more exclusive lines, including the already insanely popular Emporio Armani underwear.
So, you know what this means: With the stores full up with fall fashions (and some great end of summer sales on last season still in progress) -- and in order for all of us to keep our jobs, keep the floundering economy from completely going under, and keep our co-workers, partners, and the boys on the dance floor duly impressed and begging for more -- get out those wallets and start shopping!
> 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.
> Top Design has gone to the "Elves": Top reality TV producers known as the "Magical Elves" have taken over the workshop at Top Design, where they've installed a new host for the new season. Though the Elves helped put Project Runway on the map, they won't be making the leap to Lifetime with Tim and Heidi -- they inked a mega-deal with NBC.
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Monday mornings are the absolute worst. You're five unthinkably long days away from the next weekend and your alarm clock always sounds shriller and more unwelcoming than any other day of the week. We're guessing this is exactly the sad state of affairs that inspired designer Alfie Lake to invent the clever Osim Nioi aromachology alarm clock.
Rather than utilizing jarring beeps, sirens, or buzzers that jolt you from sleep -- rendering you petulant for the rest of the day -- the clock emits pleasant smells that gently wake you. You simply load the device with one of three scent cartridges, like the one labeled "fresh bread," and as the pre-selected time approaches, the odor intensifies. The clock can also be outfitted and programmed to release calming scents like lavender while you sleep, which will supposedly relax the body and ensures a restful night.
Other than worrying about what smelling fresh baked bread first thing every morning might do to our already dangerously out of control high carb cravings, we're sold.
Skincare maker Zirh hit the market with their new platinum line just in time to refresh your sun-baked summer skin. They're luxurious and man-friendly. Always game to try new products, one Out editor tried them all in rapid succession. (He was quite pleased with himself as he gazed into the fluorescent-lit bathroom mirror.)
There's a whole line, including:
Drenched
Perfect for the sallow among us, and those in need of a pick-me-up, Drenched is for guys with normal to very dry skin in need of a fuller, firmer look.
Age-Defense
Not that I should have to explain what this is for, but if you're determined to look forever 21, give this "environmental response cream" a go and attack those fine lines.
Total Recharge
Though you're supposed to wear it more often, it's perfect for Sunday nights -- especially if you're the type with wrecked weekend skin who wants to look bright and shiny come Monday morning.
The good people at Zirh saw fit to give Out Stylelist readers 20% off Platinum purchases.
Feel like shopping? Punch in offer code: ZIRHOUT at checkout.
Tonight being the launch party for Karl Lagerfeld's new photography book, Metamorphoses of an American, enjoy a tantalizing preview of Lagerfeld's photo diary of Brad Koeing, "the world's most sought after male model." [The Cut]
A growing number of studies are building a strong case for the reality of shopping addiction, claiming that, when enacted during certain emotional states, it functions in a similar manner as a drug. We did always seem to have the best nights out after a binge at Barneys.[The Wall Street Journal]
Now that Nina Garcia is poised to remain at ELLE until September 1st and finish out season 5 of Project Runway, an all out bitch-fight has broken out between Glamour, Cosmopolitan, InStyle, Marie Claire and Harper's Bazaar for sponsorship in the show's sixth season. Though this one will come down to dollar signs, if we had to pick a winner in a hypothetical personified match-up, we'd have to give it to Cosmo...that tramp would totally hide a shank in her hair. [WWD]
Christophe Decarnin recently invigorated Balmain's womenswear line with sex and energy--which makes us even more giddy to hear the rumor that he could do the same with a reported men's line from the French label. Trés chic. [WWD]
Drat. We just missed the win on that Murakami sculpture of the ripped anime dude slinging his sauce. All that practice on eBay for nothing. [Gawker]
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It's time to grow up and trade in the Ikea furniture you've had since your first apartment for something a little more stylish. What's that? You have champagne taste on a beer budget? Not a problem! Housing Works, the nation's largest community-based AIDS service organization, has teamed up with Real Simple magazine for the Fourth Annual Design on a Dime event.
The celebrity studded event features the handiwork of thirty of the nation's leading interior designers, who have created breathtaking rooms inside the Metropolitan Pavilion using donated, brand new, high-end furniture. The best part? You can buy the furniture (or an entire room) at 50 to 80 percent off!
Design on a Dime will also include a silent auction of photographs by renowned photogs like Herb Ritts, Ross Bleckner and Melanie Dunea—including Dunea's photo of the late, great Heath Ledger looking like James Dean.
All proceeds benefit Housing Works, which provides lifesaving services—including housing, medical care and job training—to homeless New Yorkers living with HIV/AIDS.
This year’s Design on a Dime is co-chaired by actress Maggie Gyllenhaal and participating designers include Sills Huniford, Thom Filicia (of Queer Eye fame), Charlotte Moss and Jamie Drake.
If you want to get first dibs on the goods, a star-studded VIP benefit will be held on Thursday, May 8, from 6pm to 9pm The VIP benefit will offer exclusive preview shopping, cocktails, hors d’oeuvres, live entertainment and the opportunity to brush elbows with Calvin Klein's Francisco Costa and Queer Eye's Thom Filicia. For tickets, which start at $200, call 212.645.8111 x164 or log on to www.housingworks.org/dime.
If you don't want the VIP red-carpet treatment, you can still shop till you drop on Friday and Saturday when the event is open to the public free of charge.
Redecorating your apartment has never been so easy, affordable and charitable!
Check out the deals after the jump!
Continue reading "Housing Works' Design on a Dime: Buy Designer Furniture & Fight AIDS" »
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Elle magazine's green issue was vandalized by sticker-happy environmental activists. Somehow, they managed to get "retraction" stickers placed in a story called "The Believers." The stickers claim the story includes factual inaccuracies.[Folio]
Apple overhauled its iMacs with new processors to give you a whole lot more bang for your buck. [Engadget]
Louis Vuitton has postponed its "China Run" car rally that was supposed to take place at the end of May because of anti-French sentiments (including boycotts of stores, etc.) in China since French politicians spoke out in support of the Dalai Lama. Will the French pull out of the Olympics next? [WWD]
Men are finally shopping online. Welcome to the 21st century boys. Okay, back to ordering my American Apparel t-shirts. [Independent UK]
Electricity-generating clothes? Sounds a bit like Star Trek, but shaking your ass on the dancefloor will keep your favorite gadgets charged. What will they think of next? [Engadget]
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British Cheap-chic retailer Topshop announced that they will open a U.S. flagship location in Manhattan on October 10th! Mark your calendars, boys. [Fashion Week Daily]
The swimsuits to be worn by swimmers on the U.S. Olympic team not only cover more of the male swimmers body, but also gives them a gender-neutral Ken doll-like crotch to reduce "drag." In other words, the swimming competitions just lost some gay viewers while some drag queens get some much-needed respect. [Queerty]
Celebrities are always meddling with fashion. Samuel L. Jackson has been trying to get Giorgio Armani to use more brocade, beaded fabrics—and fabrics used in the womens collection—for the mens collection. Armani needs to tell Samuel L. to stick to acting and let Armani design the clothes. I mean, celebrities are just walking coat hangers for designer clothes to get into celebrity magazines. [WWD]
Is Nina Garcia, Project Runway judge and Elle Fashion Director, leaving the magazine? When WWD reports a rumor, it's usually true... I said usually. What does this mean for her Project Runway gig? [WWD]
Yigal Azrouël dishes about his collaboration with K-Swiss and his love of surfing. [The Cut]
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New York City Police raided three Chinatown buildings and shut down over 30 retailers for hawking counterfeit designer goods. Police seized over $1 million worth of knockoff accessories like faux-Prada bags, Burberry umbrellas, Louis Vuitton wallets, Rolex watches and more. Tourists openly weeped until they realized when you shut down one counterfeiter, three more pop up. It won't be long before they start knocking off Gucci's "I Heart NY" bags just to ruffle NYPD feathers. [WWD]
Residents in the West Village are upset that Yohji Yamamoto's new Y-3 store is wasting valuable energy by leaving its massive garage door wide open in the dead of winter. They hope to lure customers into the store with the heat. Not sure what residents are complaining about if they don't have to pay the heating bill. [Gothamist]
Label whore or coke whore? You decide! A new exhibit of work by Comenius Roethlisberger at Colette in Paris features chocolate bars engraved with designer logos—and filled with a mix of powdered sugar and cocaine. That's just asking for a court battle or a break in. [Fashionista]
Zac Posen will create a capsule collection of red carpet looks for Target...in Australia. Sadly, he's only making womenswear. [Fashion Week Daily]
Did Cashmere Mafia get the kiss of death from Lipstick Jungle? Rumor has it that Cashmere Mafia has been put on moth balls. [Fashionista]
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If you don't know the 80s legend of Leigh Bowery, the "performance artist, alternative model, fashion designer, make up artist, contemporary dancer, TV commercial star, artist muse, club promoter, band member, singer, musician, video star and living art installation" who inspired Boy George's Broadway show Taboo, here's your chance to witness his bizarre fabulousness in action.
Aaron Hicklin, Out's fearless leader, exhumed this clip of Bowery shopping in London from the bowels of the internet. The clip originally aired on the BBC's "Clothes Show," which Hicklin remembers as an early evening fun for the whole family program.
If you didn't blow your wad (of cash) on Black Friday or Cyber Monday, we've got 101 ways to break your holiday gift shopping budget.
Over the next few weeks, we'll reveal brilliant gift ideas, plus valuable advice for finding the perfect present for everyone on your list from the guy who has everything to the annoying ex who deserves nothing. Check Out.com and Stylelist everyday for more holiday treats!
This week, hop on over to Out.com to:
- Read holiday etiquette tips from the Emily Post Institute.
- Find out which gay wizard you are underneath it all.
- Learn how to buy the perfect gift for those difficult people who aren't actually related to you.
- Check out the best gifts of grooming, fashion, accessories, gadgets, diversions, and spirits.
Make your list and check it twice!
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The holiday shopping season has officially begun and stores are offering crazy deals for one day only.
Stay tuned to Out.com and Stylelist for gift ideas throughout the next month!
Photos: Courtesy of H&M
- Roberto Cavalli's collection for H&M hits select H&M stores tomorrow! The early bird gets the best duds! [Earlier: Plan of Attack: Roberto Cavalli for H&M]
- Housing Works' Fashion For Action Sale kicks off tomorrow with the VIP reception with Rashida Jones from The Office! [Earlier: Buy Clothes, Fight AIDS]
- LA shopping mecca, Kitson, kicks off its men's warehouse sale! Get 50 to 80 percent off everything through November. [Kitson]
Photo: Courtesy of Rashida Jones
As if you ever need an excuse to shop. Well, here's one thats worth blowing your rent money! Get designer clothes on the cheap and fight HIV and AIDS.
Housing Works, the nation's largest minority-controlled AIDS service organization that fights both AIDS and homelessness through its brilliant advocacy efforts on the local, state and national levels, is getting into fashion! Well, not exactly.
This week (November 9th thru 11th) Housing Works will hold it's fourth-annual Fashion for Action, a sample sale with over $1 million worth of designer clothes for men and women. In other words, get designer duds on the cheap (like 70 to 80 percent off retail)! All proceeds benefit the organization's efforts to fight HIV.
Expect clothes from designers like Adam + Eve, Armani, Bottega Veneta, Burberry, Calvin Klein, Coach, Charlotte Ronson, Diesel, Dior, Dolce & Gabbana, Energie, Ermenegildo Zegna, Fendi, Hugo Boss, Issey Miyake, Jane Mayle, Juicy Couture, Libertine, Louis Vuitton, Nanette Lepore, Marc Jacobs, Narciso Rodriguez, Paul Smith, Theory and dozens more!
Rashida Jones (pictured), of NBC's awesome comedy The Office, will host the kick-off reception on November 8th from 6:30 to 10:00pm at the Rubin Museum (150 W. 17th St.) with an opportunity for VIPs to get first stab at the goods before the general public. A Tom Ford briefcase and a Prada purse are also up for grabs in a silent auction at the reception.
Visit the Housing Works Thrift Shop at 143 W. 17th St. Nov. 9-11 to break your budget for a good cause.
For more information and VIP reception tickets, call 212-645-8111 x164 or visit www.fashion4action.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]
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The sample sale is one of fashion's best kept secrets and one of the only ways that many New Yorkers can sport designer duds and still pay their rent for a studio in Hells Kitchen.
Today kicks off Prada's much-anticipated, three-day sample sale in New York. Securing a reservation for the by-appointment-only event is about as easy as scoring prime floor tickets to a Madonna concert. Sadly, your Stylelist didn't make a reservation in time.
A sample sale is basically how designers and their public relations firms purge their closets of clothes they don't need. They are either from last season, never made it into production for some reason or other can't be sold at full price. In other words, the clothes are sinfully cheap. Think $200 designer jeans for $45, $500 shoes for $100 and $300 shirts for $75.
However, there is an art to sample sale shopping to ensure that you'll get the goods you want.
1. Arrive early. Sample sales usually happen for a couple of days. The earlier you get there the better. While the best items go first on the first day, don't fret if you make it on day 2 or 3. The racks are usually replenished with more goodies each day.
2. Know your size. It helps to know what size you usually wear in a particular brand's clothes. If only sizing were a universal thing. Extra small and larger sizes aren't usually available. If you wear a medium, you'll probably score big. Even something doesn't fit, you can always sell it on eBay.
3. Wear underwear and don't be shy. Most sales are held in strange places like warehouses or offices so changing rooms are rarely available. You'll have to strip down to your skivvies if you want to try on those jeans before you buy them. Some places won't even let you try them on, so you might have to hide behind a rack or a friend.
4. Bring cash. Most places don't take credit cards unless they are changing a lot for items. However, some places will only take cards. Keep your arsenal full of plastic and paper.
5. Don't tell anyone that you're going. You don't want the competition. Sneak over to the sale during your lunch break. If you find a lot of great stuff, you can tell your coworkers after you've already had your pick of the litter.
Photos: Courtesy of Space NK
I am a beauty junkie. My bathroom has more creams, potions, lotions and oils than Sephora and I am obsessed with taking care of my skin properly. However, most stores that carry skin care products for men treat male customers as an afterthought—burying their mens products in the back of the store as though the products misbehaved.
Meet Space NK, the latest UK export to cross the pond and land on Greene Street in Manhattan. Space NK is a welcome, calm oasis from the crazy beauty departments of big stores like Bloomingdale's and Sephora. Instead of the blasting techno and featuring row upon row of lipsticks and blush in every natural (and unnatural shade), Space NK offers a beautifully edited collection of popular and hard-to-find skin care, bath and body, shaving, and makeup products—including The Art of Shaving, Anthony Logistics, Amenity, Acqua di Parma, Caudalie, Ren, and Menscience Androceuticals. And don't miss the store's own Space NK line of products including the delicious Space NK Men Blue Body Wash and Shave Cream. One of the greatest parts of the store—besides its beautiful, comfortable design—is that the items for men are located at the front of the store, so they are easy to find when you need to get in, get out, and get on with your life.
Soon, the store will also begin offering skin services, like Eve Lom facials, in private treatment rooms in the back. If you're not in New York City and would like to check out Space NK, you can shop online.
Maybe you got some direct-deposit action yesterday. Here are some unusual ways to spend it:
Elephant poop stationery (thanks, Boing Boing)
A table made of sticky notes (thanks, Popgadget)
Digital photo frames (via apartment therapy)
Lampshades made of Norwegian wood (design*sponge)
Bathroom tiles made of wine corks (courtesy of behind the curtains)
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Photo: Getty Images As rumored back in April, James Franco is the new face of the men's fragrance Gucci by Gucci. Below is some additional behind-the-scenes bonus footage that was made available when the campaign recently launched. Franco walks around...
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