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Fall Trend Report: Ready To Wear
Posted September 02, 2010 in Fashion
“Wearable” was the buzzword for fall’s new offerings. From one designer’“Wearable” was the buzzword for fall’s new offerings. From one designer’s show to the next, the clothing on parade possessed rare cohesion. Perhaps it signaled the mood of the moment and market. “Give us pieces that will elevate an existing wardrobe!” begged the buyer, and New York, Paris and Milan answered. Layering was key; bulky knits, whisper thin scarves, and fur vests were worn all piled together, almost armor-like. Peplum-fluffed tea-length dresses marked the return of Elaine Benes as style icon and below the knee pencil skirts played feminine notes, while keeping exposure to a minimum. read more
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Heritage Dressing
Posted September 02, 2010 in Fashion
Everything old is now in vogue again, so long as it screams nostalgic Americana. Whether it’s retro eyewear, a worsted-wool blazer or a pair of well-worn leather work boots, we're in the midst of a revivalist moment. Brands like Land’s End, Orvis, Pendleton and a whole host of others are dusting off the original garments that once made them America’s tried and true, and serving them up in capsule collections for the fashion elite. And it's not just the cool-again heritage brands that are banking on their resurgence. Some of today’s biggest fashion retailers, like Opening Ceremony and J.Crew, are now partnering with classic manufacturers to create of-the-moment collaborations. But before you start emptying your wallet in order to fulfill your archivist musings, look no further than eBay, which has seen a 106 percent increase in "heritage" listings in the past year alone. We've handpicked a few great pieces from our favorite ages-old brands. Not only is each item built to last, but it has a rich history behind it, as deeply-rooted as the American company that crafted it. Fashion forward and conversation starting? We almost feel like we should keep these heritage picks to ourselves! read more
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Designer Download: Helm Handmade
Posted September 02, 2010 in Fashion
HELM Handmade has not yet celebrated its one-year anniversary but is already coveted by such notable names as Robert Downey Jr., Matthew McConaughey and Andy Roddick. The custom boot line is the realization of a lifetime passion for founder Joshua Bingaman. Designed in Austin Texas, handmade in Istanbul, with leather from Holland and Australia, and soles from Italy and France, HELM has reinvented iconic footwear for men with the addition of unique details, impeccable materials and a commitment to comfort. read more
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Fall Trend Report: Coats
Posted September 01, 2010 in Fashion
Shopping for outerwear isn't always at the forefront of our minds come steamy late summer days. But if you want to snag that perfect fall coat before there's a mad scramble online, then starting your search now is a veteran move. Early bird shoppers don't have to go it alone though. We have a handy preview of autumn's best toppers. To our relief, the fall runways have been full of decidedly grown-up options that range from ladylike and classically put together to tough-enough to handle even the most inclement of weather patterns. Check out some of our best picks to invest in now, and you'll be covered before autumn's fickle breezes start to blow. read more
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“Wearable” was the buzzword for fall’s new offerings. From one designer’“Wearable” was the buzzword for fall’s new offerings. From one designer’s show to the next, the clothing on parade possessed rare cohesion. Perhaps it signaled the mood of the moment and market. “Give us pieces that will elevate an existing wardrobe!” begged the buyer, and New York, Paris and Milan answered. Layering was key; bulky knits, whisper thin scarves, and fur vests were worn all piled together, almost armor-like. Peplum-fluffed tea-length dresses marked the return of Elaine Benes as style icon and below the knee pencil skirts played feminine notes, while keeping exposure to a minimum. read more
Everything old is now in vogue again, so long as it screams nostalgic Americana. Whether it’s retro eyewear, a worsted-wool blazer or a pair of well-worn leather work boots, we're in the midst of a revivalist moment. Brands like Land’s End, Orvis, Pendleton and a whole host of others are dusting off the original garments that once made them America’s tried and true, and serving them up in capsule collections for the fashion elite. And it's not just the cool-again heritage brands that are banking on their resurgence. Some of today’s biggest fashion retailers, like Opening Ceremony and J.Crew, are now partnering with classic manufacturers to create of-the-moment collaborations. But before you start emptying your wallet in order to fulfill your archivist musings, look no further than eBay, which has seen a 106 percent increase in "heritage" listings in the past year alone. We've handpicked a few great pieces from our favorite ages-old brands. Not only is each item built to last, but it has a rich history behind it, as deeply-rooted as the American company that crafted it. Fashion forward and conversation starting? We almost feel like we should keep these heritage picks to ourselves! read more
HELM Handmade has not yet celebrated its one-year anniversary but is already coveted by such notable names as Robert Downey Jr., Matthew McConaughey and Andy Roddick. The custom boot line is the realization of a lifetime passion for founder Joshua Bingaman. Designed in Austin Texas, handmade in Istanbul, with leather from Holland and Australia, and soles from Italy and France, HELM has reinvented iconic footwear for men with the addition of unique details, impeccable materials and a commitment to comfort. read more
Shopping for outerwear isn't always at the forefront of our minds come steamy late summer days. But if you want to snag that perfect fall coat before there's a mad scramble online, then starting your search now is a veteran move. Early bird shoppers don't have to go it alone though. We have a handy preview of autumn's best toppers. To our relief, the fall runways have been full of decidedly grown-up options that range from ladylike and classically put together to tough-enough to handle even the most inclement of weather patterns. Check out some of our best picks to invest in now, and you'll be covered before autumn's fickle breezes start to blow. read more
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It always seems that there is at least one stylish item that you are absolutely lusting after, yet is way beyond your budget. For example, the latest tie-dye creations from Proenza Schouler, or perhaps a pair of embellished shoulder pads , a-la “Samantha” in the latest Sex and the City movie. How about saving your cash and taking a cue from Erica Domesek, the most fashionable DIYer we have ever met, and her instructive blog, PS. I Made This, where she literally takes the looks right off the runway and teaches her readers how to make the stylish items themselves. read more
In an earlier life, pattern-maker Liesl Gibson covered real estate investment trusts on Wall Street for Salomon Smith Barney. To relieve stress, she would make dresses for her young niece. Seven years later, when her own daughter was born, Gibson found that the patterns available were the same as before, so she began designing her own sewing templates, under the now popular label Oliver + S. read more
Every May, fans and fashion lovers alike hold their breath as actors, models, designers and celebrities glide up the Metropolitan Museum of Art’s red carpeted steps for the Costume Institute’s annual Gala. Truth be told, most of us are more interested in the extravagant outfits worn by the attendees, how they manage to sartorially match the exhibition’s annual theme, rather than the exhibition itself. But this year, “American Woman: Fashioning a National Identity," is truly worthy of a closer look. read more
Elephants have long reigned in pop culture, from Disney’s Dumbo, Dr. Seuss’s Horton and Jean de Brunhoff’s Babar, to Richard Avedon’s memorable photograph “Dovima with Elephants” shot for Harper’s Bazaar in 1955. Danish designer Kay Bojesen, an apprentice of Georg Jensen who was famous for his wooden toys, created an oak elephant in 1951 that is still produced today. And let us not forget 1998 Turner Prize winning artist Chris Offili, best known for his paintings using elephant dung. read more
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Designer Natalie Chanin of fashion and lifestyle company Project Alabama is as committed to sustainability and ethical practices as she is to beautiful design. A recycling devotee, she shared her eBay shopping list with us—and she told us how she’d breathe new life into her vintage finds. read more
Meredith Barnett does some comparative shopping with the eBay Mobile App read more
Heirloom jewelry is eco-friendly by nature. Pieces that get passed down through generations or transitioned to new hands at antique shows or on eBay never go to waste. But what happens when an old necklace or bracelet starts to look not vintage-chic, but simply not chic at all. Do you leave it to rot in your jewelry box or take it out to the trash? Recently, a new crop of designers has been putting a new spin on old baubles by re-fashioning them into brand new pieces that follow today's trends. read more
Molly Worth, founder of furniture reupholstering company Chairloom, signs off on every email with a cheerful "reuse and reinvent!" Fueled by her love of design and the challenge of giving old and tired things a “second chance,” Worth founded Chairloom in 2007. Her concept is this: Take an antique or vintage piece of furniture, do a little dusting off, and then recover the piece charming, graphic textiles to give it new life. read more
Affordable and earth-friendly alternatives to traditional artwork. read more
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