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- Would You Rather…? The Faux-Hawked Femmes Edition
- Do $500 Sunglasses Protect Your Eyes Better Than a $5 Pair? Maybe Not.
- I Need, I Want, I Have To Have: Shuron’s “Freeway” Sunglasses (Or Moscot’s “Nebb”…I’m Torn)
- Special Report: Sunglasses
- Mad Men Style Recap
- Racked Dealfeed: Diesel,
- Converse is Hiring PR Interns For Fall 2010!
- Lyn Devon Does E-Commerce!
- Street Style: Allison Prefers Black…And Valley of the Dolls
- Wolford Profits Doubled Over the Last Year: Why We’re Not Surprised
- Fashion News Roundup: Horyn Takes On Snooki, Lights at Lanvin, Paris Hilton Gives Nazi Salute
- Brook&Lyn Goes Back To Basics
| Would You Rather…? The Faux-Hawked Femmes Edition Posted: 26 Jul 2010 04:00 PM PDT
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| Do $500 Sunglasses Protect Your Eyes Better Than a $5 Pair? Maybe Not. Posted: 26 Jul 2010 02:45 PM PDT
These days, I’m pretty much a sunglasses whore. I love them. I match them to my outfits. I don’t own as many pairs as I’d like to, and right now I really, really need a pair of big, black cat eyes. But after my most recent purchase–more than I’ve ever spent on sunnies–I’m feeling a bit anxious. The glasses–as stylish, chic, and lovely as they are–offer no protection. Well, at least they don’t feel like they do. I walk outside and I need to squint behind my sunglasses. I walk inside and I have no need to take them off–I can see perfectly. This is where my practical side comes in. Why, if these are 50 times more expensive than the pair I bought H&M, do my cheapo sunnies feel like they’re working harder? Because they might be. It all comes down to UV protection. MY H&M pair is labeled “100% UV protection.” The pricier style? There’s no record of UV on the glasses or on the case. So be warned. Those sunnies may be aesthetically ideal, but they’re quite possibly useless. Me? I’m wearing my adorable-but-dangerous pair on gray days only.
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| I Need, I Want, I Have To Have: Shuron’s “Freeway” Sunglasses (Or Moscot’s “Nebb”…I’m Torn) Posted: 26 Jul 2010 02:44 PM PDT
While shopping my way down Smith Street in Brooklyn in order to beat the heat (the heat is a very good excuse to go shopping), a pair of sunglasses at Epaulet caught my eye: They were black, looked like a cross between cat-eye glasses and wayfarerers, and made by a company called Shuron out of South Carolina. But these frames predate Ray-Ban’s wayfarers. Ray-Ban started making wayfarers in 1952, Shuron has been around since 1865. I had to know more. All of Shuron’s quality frames are made in the USA, which is truly a rare thing when most designers are struggling to produce garments locally. Based in Greenville, SC, the factory employs 82 people and produces around 10,000 frames a month. The secret to Shuron’s longevity? “We have taken the position that if it’s not broke don’t fix it,” says Whitehill. The designs of the frames are elegant, and obviously, timeless. In the 1950s and ’60s, Shuron’s Ronsir Zyl frame was the most popular model in the country, and accounted for half of all eyeglass sales in the ’50s. Moreover, they’re well made. Shuron focuses more on prescription frames, and understands that one-size does not fit all. The frames come in different measurements to fit each face, and they are constructed using high quality materials–whether it’s plastic, plated metal, or using the best hinges. Whitehill is blissfully unaware that his frames are being carried by carefully curated hipster boutiques (besides Epaulet, Thrillist wrote up an Austin, TX boutique that carried them as well). Martha Stewart featured the “Freeways” in crystal with green lenses in the June issue of her magazine, but so far, that’s the only hint he’s seen that his frames are gaining in popularity right now. We’re blowing up his spot. Bonus fun fact? The company name, Whitehill told me, came from back when the company used to make pince nez eyeglasses which were marketed with the promise that they would stay “sure on” your nose. Of course Shuron isn’t the only US-based sunglasses company benefiting from the trend towards thick statement frames, towards heritage brands, and, you know, that whole “geek-chick” thing.
Their “originals” line, which includes their best-selling “Nebb” and “Lemtosh” models are based on designs from their archives, says President Kenny Moscot, the fourth generation of Moscots to helm the company. “The heritage of the brand is so pure and strong and people relate to us,” says Moscot, a trained optician as well as designer. “I don’t put frames on anyone’s face…the core styles of the collection play so well because it was function over form which evolved into form over function.” Read more from our Sunglasses Special Report:
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| Posted: 26 Jul 2010 02:30 PM PDT
We’re Fashionista. Of course we like sunglasses. But this year, it seems to be the accessory of choice: The Thing everything wants to get their hands on. Who cares if they’re from The Row or Target? As long as they look good, we’re happy. So we’ve rounded up the season’s best. We’ll be following up later today with a few longer features on the world of sunnies, so stay tuned. **All graphics by Steff Yotka. Read more from our Sunglasses Report:
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| Posted: 26 Jul 2010 01:00 PM PDT
Let’s start with Don, Mad Men’s troubled hero. Last season he was the poster boy for success, perfect suits, perfect hair, perfect bone structure. That last bit may remain the same, but his style is in the dumps. Don’s opening look, the suit to define a season, was dark blue with a coordinating, diagonally striped tie in blue tones. Next to Roger’s gray three piece and Pete’s black suit, Don’s blue number read a little weak. And the tie read kooky. Not the luxe look we’ve come to expect from Mr. Draper. Don spends the rest of the episode changing between similar suits and some red and blue long sleeved polo shirts that leave him looking haggard. Perhaps it’s the worry in Don’s face that is killing his glamor. (Or the darkness of his West Village apartment that creates a literal five o’clock shadow over everything.) We’re hoping that Don gets himself back together, no more hookers or yelling at clients; though “So well built, we can’t show you the second floor,” is among the greatest tag lines of all time. But on to the ladies.
Now onto “Other Joan,” Don’s escort. She has a distinctly Joan vibe, from the red hair to the slinky black dress to the giant…brazier. Does Don have a Joan fetish? With no mention of Mr. Harris in this episode, this could mean a Don/Joan tryst is a possibility. Please, Matthew Weiner, make that happen.
Overall the tone of the episode, style-wise, was that of “real people.” In seasons past, Mad Men’s characters, while having real problems, seemed to live in fantasy world where everything was painfully beautiful and homes appeared to never have been lived in. This season reality has set in. From SCDP’s new offices that look like an Ikea catalogue (the lamp in Roger’s office) to the shifting looks of its main characters, Mad Men is leaving the highbrow sixties style and adding a more mod touch.
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| Posted: 26 Jul 2010 11:54 AM PDT Diesel Built by Wendy Opening Ceremony
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| Converse is Hiring PR Interns For Fall 2010! Posted: 26 Jul 2010 11:54 AM PDT
POSITION OVERVIEW: DURATION: RESPONSIBILITIES: TO APPLY: About Converse Only candidates with appropriate experience will be called in for interviews.
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| Posted: 26 Jul 2010 11:30 AM PDT
The site’s stock will feature several items made exclusively for Neimans, including this black boiled wool and neon pailette cropped Audrey Jacket. This is a big step for Devon–and a nice little coup for Neimans. The pieces are set to arrive online around August 10. Happy shopping!
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| Street Style: Allison Prefers Black…And Valley of the Dolls Posted: 26 Jul 2010 10:30 AM PDT
Age: 22 Occupation: Artist Who is your favorite artist? Lori Earley What is your favorite food? Cake Which area in New York do you enjoy most? Cobble Hill, DUMBO What is your favorite book? Valley of The Dolls And your sweater? I got this from my boyfriend. (Editors Note: Yes, we’re also aware of the fact that Allison was on America’s Next Top Model, cycle 12.) **All photos by Ashley Jahncke. 
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| Wolford Profits Doubled Over the Last Year: Why We’re Not Surprised Posted: 26 Jul 2010 10:00 AM PDT
More good news: Overall sales were up by 6.9% in the second half of the year. And boutique sales increased by 10%. If you’re still curious as to how people can justify spending so much on a pair of tights, here’s a true story to ponder: A few years ago, I decided that I was bloody sick of dealing with rips in my stockings. (I so badly wanted to say “lips in my stockings” right there, but I digress….) I decided I was going to risk sinking $52 and buy a pair of black Wolford 80 denier matte tights. You know what? It was worth it. I only buy Wolford now, and one or two new pairs a year instead of ten. I’ve figured I’m actually saving money. And my legs look way better. So it seems to me that Wolford’s success is well earned. I look forward to seeing what the company does in the first half of this year, and if a big conglomerate attempts to scoop it up.
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| Fashion News Roundup: Horyn Takes On Snooki, Lights at Lanvin, Paris Hilton Gives Nazi Salute Posted: 26 Jul 2010 09:04 AM PDT
Paris Hilton Makes Another Really Bad (and Offensive) Decision: Paris was snapped mid “heil” over the weekend in St. Tropez wearing a red military-ish hat. Not cute, Paris. {Daily Mail} Nuclear Physics and Necklaces: Arielle de Pinto makes jewelry with the help of an MIT-trained nuclear physicist. {Daily Candy NY} If You Just Wanna Have Fun: To benefit her True Colors Fund, Cyndi Lauper is auctioning off a one-hour “styling/shopping experience.” The winner will also get $500 at (big surprise!) Betsey Johnson. {Charity Buzz}
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| Posted: 26 Jul 2010 08:00 AM PDT
Sometimes, though, we all feel the need to stop, let technology progress without us for a few seconds, and grab hold of something that's not likely to change. That's where Brook&Lyn Jewelry comes in. With statement-making Agate body necklaces, bracelets, and more in a multitude of dazzling colors and motifs, you'll be a part of something that's been around much longer than Facebook. Hint: Agate played a large role in Bronze-age Minoan culture. And it stands to reason that Brook&Lyn would have longevity in mind, as the label is a spin-off of designer Mimi Jung’s online vintage boutique. But that's not to say that this jewelry is stuck in the past. Quite the opposite, in fact—the line consists of unusual Agate styles that had been overlooked in recent years, in spite of their thoroughly one-of-a-kind beauty. And the overall styling is something quite new: Fresh, but not trend-obsessed. Simple, but not tired. A little bit avant-garde, a little bit organic, and sure to turn heads in any setting—a rare accomplishment for such a young brand. In fact, Brook&Lyn Jewelry is not even a month old, making its strong aesthetic even more refreshing. In a world of WiFi that's here one minute and gone the next, in-and-out cell phone signals, and (gasp!) even blogs that come and go, it's nice to see something that looks ready to stand the test of time. Or, in the case of the Agate itself, something that already has.      
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I was never a big fan of “designer” sunglasses. But that was before 
I’ve never been a sunglasses person. Not because I always lose them or break them, but they were just never anything I was willing to invest over $10 in. That is until last week. 
Last night’s season premiere of Mad Men took the show into the future: November 1964, to be exact. So, how much has changed since 1963? A lot. From the newer, brighter offices to Peggy’s peppy hairstyle and pearls, the 
Unfortunately for Joan lovers everywhere, she only wore two outfits the episode. In keeping with the “everybody must wear blue to show SCDP as a ’scrappy upstart’” mandate, Joan’s opening look was a navy dress, with white, flat ruffles around the collar and sleeves. The white ruffles looked a little clown-like, but Joan somehow managed to pull it off. Later she wears a solid pink dress with a skinny floral scarf that is magnificent. She even has a sparkly pen necklace.
Last but certainly not least is 
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Despite a slight dip in sales–
Cathy Horyn Takes Down Snooki: Snooki, the Jersey Shore’s breakout star, is a polarizing (mini) figure. Cathy Horyn, who penned the piece, is not a fan. Harshest digs include: “Snooki is not conventionally attractive…She is busty and short-waisted with small legs; sort of like a turnip turned on its tip,” and “trying to hold a conversation with Snooki is a little like getting down on your hands and knees with a child.” What did Snooki ever do to you Cathy? {
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