LOOKIE-LIEU

ART CLASS - POP QUIZ

The Spring 2010 shows in Milan forecasted quite a few trends (sheer anybody?), but one that I really loved was the whole art school confidential mood. McQueen did it the best.  In fact, it was so good that he may as well have just put a giant green apple in front of the model's face and called it a day. As leader of the pack, he moves to the head of the class and assumes the role of art teacher. As for the rest, I've got a little quizzy-poo. See if you can match the correct art supplies to the designers that really show us how they master the craft and bring art out of the classroom and into the closet.   

Get your pencils ready...

1.  Costume National

2.  ETRO

3.  DSQUARED2

4.  Moschino

5.  Gucci

6.  Iceberg

7.  Jil Sander

ARTSY FARTSY

IKB AND A.039

Blue is my favorite color. I love it. There is something cool and calming and wonderful about the right shade of it. Nobody knew this better than Yves Klein who in 1958 began using International Klein Blue (IKB) as a central component in his work. He believed the color most purely expressed what he wanted his art to convey.

Now, Adidas has created a signature shade of blue (named A.039) to be used in their Adidas Originals Spring 2010 line. I haven't seen much of the it, but the idea is a golden one and I can't wait to learn more about it. Adidas has always pushed the envelope for art in advertising, and brings the same energy to fashion.

Now who can be blue about that...

Yves Paints his models blue for a little art action.

Adidas does some art of its own.

Chanel uses IKB for a bag.

A look from Adidas Original.

HOME

AMSTERDAM MODERN

Who doesn't like a good ol' piece of mid-century furniture...Especially when it is direct from Holland! Being of Dutch heritage myself, my appreciation runs deep under my windmill tattoo. While it is fun to run around Goodwill or other thrift stores to find the rare gems that haven't been snatched up to be resold at ridiculous prices, Amsterdam Modern can save your shoes a little wear and tear by offering a sure thing. This 5000sf Van Nuys warehouse really is the "hidden secret." Check it out, feather your nest cool, but don't tell too many people!

AU NATURALE

CALVIN KLEIN VS. PRADA

It is getting HOT in Milan! I am loving the shows and the clothes and the drama. Italo Zucchelli's collection for CK was translucent like film, and Muccia Prada's collection was film noir. CK was a futuristic take on classics and Prada was a classical look towards the future. Both we spectacular; rich, young, and very very sexy. But, that is not all they had in common. Is this a TREND ALERT or something sinister?  Lets set the stage for these two super-designers to battle out these coincidences comic book style!  

Dig the sheer sleeves. Who wore it better?

The NEW grey suit.

Blazer? Check. Layers? Check. Short-Shorts? Check.

CK goes bold color, Prada goes bold graphic.

Coat? Check, Shorts? Check. Sexy leg muscles? Check.

Sheer and sleeveless. Be careful if you mix and match the collections, or people won't need x-ray vision to size you up.

HMMMmmm...They are both so good, I suppose it is a draw for now...Until we meet again!

ARTSY FARTSY

RARE TREAT

Being from Cincinnati, I take great pride in being able to brag and cheer about it (which doesn't really happen as much as I'd like), but occasionally the clouds part and lights beam down on the city. One such instance is now my friends!  And, not only is my city in the spotlight, but one of my true heros who happens to hail from the same town is the cause.

A trove of previously unseen Charlie Harper works for the Ford Times and Lincoln Mercury Times Magazines has been discovered. His son Brett commented "I felt like it was opening a buried treasure chest that has been locked up for more than 35 years." I'd have to agree.  

Fabulous Frames and Art in Cincinnati will run a show from July 11th through August 8th. Looks like I am planning a trip home!

 

STYLEPHILE - VIVENNE WESTWOOD

I <3>

Hot off the runway in Milan.  Dying over everything s/s 10 is going to be HOT! I love how throw together it all looks, but there are so many stand alone pieces that I just want to wear. The textures, the colors, the mood. It just makes me so happy! BRAVO! 

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CURRENT OBSESSION

BUCK'S TWITTER

Hit up http://twitter.com/Buckstyle for all the latest gossip from Milan's fashion week...all I'm wearing is green.....ugh. haha  have fun guys!

WEEKEND PROJECT

DAY TRIPPIN'

Its nice to break outside of your bubble. You can get a breath of fresh air and get re inspired simply by leaving your neighborhood. Go anywhere. Doing the same thing with the same people all the time can get overwhelming and stagnant at the same time. I hopped over to Venice, CA and rented a bike and took some photos. I was super into the colors and new shapes and ultra 80s beach action that was taking place. (The hipster seagulls in all black were pretty amazing too) I may not want to move there, but will for sure take a little home with me and bring it into the fold...

CURRENT OBSESSION

SHORT LONG JOHNS

I'm still kind of obsessing over the leggings/long johns things in Tim Hamilton's collection. It must have been on my brain while I was rummaging through the back of my closet and pulled out the most amazing thing!  I must have gotten it for christmas a while ago and never wore it. Well, I am making up for lost time...here are a few ways I have brought it back:

day

night

in between

TOOT MY OWN HORN

YOU MACBETH

The new website for my jewelry brand is up! Check it out YouMacbeth.com . xoxox