Sartorial-ish

I'm no Sartorialist, but I saw this gentleman walking to work today and couldn't resist taking a picture. It might be a little hard to see (iphone cameras, no zoom, didn't want to look like stalker) but he was carrying the best 1960's style tan leather briefcase and sported that fabulouso cuban inspired hat. Not to mention, I had to give props for his ankle length trousers, donned without socks, and his dress shoes.

Who Needs a Brass Rat?

These rings are so much cooooolllleerrrr. Or should I say, so much nerdier. If this isn't a testament to fashion looking to all facets of life for inspiration, I don't know what is. I present to you rings by ITSNONAME, which are modeled after typical class/insignia rings... but as opposed to that Uni seal you'd expect, it's all about the periodic element that the rings are made of, with their elemental weight. Did I even say that correctly? I have completely removed myself from the scientific world, but hopefully some of you will find these enjoyable. Just don't tell anyone that the nerd in me secretly really wants one, deal?

I do work...really.

Wicked awesome dress by T-Bags that has made my wish list. Since I don't think I can afford it at the moment, or that it will look as fabulous as it could on me, I am passing on the wealth of knowledge to others. If you can afford it... well, don't tell me because I'll go waterworks on you, instantly. Apparently I have no reservations about back cleavage, even though I'm not a big fan of over-exposing front cleavage. Does that make me a back-skank?

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(10Q racked.com)

Extra: Jovovich-Hawk for Target is debuting on 03.02.08 (old news, I know). But, it had to be reiterated because I am eagerly awaiting the release. At least J-H is coming out with a super accessible reduced line, as compared to MK and Ashley Olsen's devilishly cute Elizabeth and James which will forever (for-now) also be out of reach. ( :( ) And Elizabeth and James is supposed to be their "accessible fashion line"! See is holding a picket sign and stomping in circles. Freaking Neiman Marcus. My art history professor was right, Neiman Marcus = Needless Markups.

Yeah, need to get back to more serious information. Soon, soon! Less silly thoughtlessness and focus on materialism! Eep.

New York is Calling My Name

Okay, realistically, New York is calling to every 20-something with a dream and Type A personality; but the last couple weeks have been torture when I think about how close I could have been to the catwalks in Bryant Park (darn you, logic and maturity). Alas, I could not gaze upon the beauty that was Valentino's goodbye line, or Marc Jacobs venture into pastels, or the new fun that is Bandleader inspired coats. Uh, did I just say that? Dear former band geeks: you are vindicated. Thanks to the glory of the internet I bring you some pieces that j'adore. And no, they ain't Dior.

(thank you refinery29.com for the pom-pom worthy sets of photos -- L2R: Temperley, Robert Geller and Rag & Bone.)

The Rag & Bone is my favorite. Contemporary, but the clean lines and simplicity of the jacket will help it last beyond the trends of Fall/Winter 08. At least for a little while. Also, Orange (pumpkin?) is back and ready to whip some hiney, and it's joined by Emerald and Muted Gold.

(L2R: 3.1 Phillip Lim, Karen Walker, Halston)

Talk about killer color combos. Methinks the millennial decade will be characterized by females rolling in old-school glamour considering how glittery and glowing color palettes are these days. One day, I will actually make money and have financial stability so I can buy pieces like this. Until then, nose to the grindstone writing ridiculously inane pieces for publications and dreams of the beauty and glory that is to come whence I arrive in NYC. Le Sigh.