FASHION'S NIGHT OUT: Daria, Alexa, Pearl & Alice

I would die to be in New York right now. As well as Fashion Week kicking off, the just had Fashion's Night Out - aimed at "making shopping fun again" and helping local retailers. Apparently it was a major success.


The first pictures of our favorite girls are slowly filtering in - plenty more to come, after all EVERYONE was out (Wasson, Olsens etc etc)


Daria looked killer at Sunglass Hut in to die for leather pants. And look at that skin!
Also love Alexa's mini prom-ish dress at Miu Miu - and, of course, the green nails.
Over in London they threw there own version of FNO. Daisy and Alice nailed it; edgy and youthful yet fun and relaxed.

Source: Zimbio

The Bolt

So the track titan that is Usain Bolt blasted the 100m world record in 9.69 seconds. Watching him sprint is just jaw-dropping. And the fact that the dude is like 8"2 blows my ind (okay 6"4, but whatevs).

I've always had a worrying soft spot for all things spandexy, lycra and tight; probably instigated by a childhood spent either swimming or running around in bike shorts (stripey, floral - love the nineties). I spent high school rowing competitively, so became very comfortable in just a spandex one piece (I kid you not, most comfy things ever) and these days I'm gym fan and also a major leggings/bodysuit fiend, and spent my summer living mad little bike shorts; great with an oversized mens tee by the way (or for "security" under short skirts and dresses).

Editorial: Vogue US April 2009 The Shape Issue "The Deep End" Daria Werbowy by Mert & Marcus

Runway Images: Miu Miu Fall 08

Sources: Zimbio, Google Images, Nike, Fashion Gone Rogue, Net-A-Porter, Style.com

“A Long Day’s Journey Into Night”

I love a good old "darkandmoody" editorial. Particularly when they manage to be shot outside with some harsh sunlight and daisies, yet still manage to be strong and brooding - Katie Grand can do no wrong.

One of the things I like about Amber Valletta is that she's one of the few blondes that manage to nail a strong (almost harsh) look. Any blonde girl knows how easy it is to look overly saccharine/girly/vampy - but rarely serious or dramatic. But here she has an androgynous ferocity and power. I think the bleached out brows help too - they are back in vogue dont-cha-know.
And I don't need to say it, but Daria seriously has one of the best bodies in the business.

POP A/W 03 "A Long Day’s Journey Into Night" 

Amber Valletta, Daria Werbowy, Elise Crombez by Mert & Marcus

Source: Fashion Gone Rogue

Black & White

So I only just realised that (one of) the 21st I'm going to tomorrow night is black and white themed. This so should not throw me - I mean who can mess up a black and white outfit? I wear them a lot in summer - loose black tanks white white skinnies or cutoffs, simple, casual - and a bit tomboy. But being winter I pile on a million pieces of clothing when I go out - and I find if I limit them to black and white I end up thinking I look like a waiter/tuxedo/penguin/backstreetboy. 

Another prob - have zero black or white dresses that are appropriate for someone's 21st (too short, tight or casual) and I just feel way to rude wearing pants. Will have to have an intense wardrobe raid. Old faithful Karen Walker white lace top good def be a go! It's a lifesaver - and so so pretty, which always helps.

Featuring: Alexander Wang, Balmain, Daria Werbowy, YSL,

Scans: Russh September 08 "Jerry", Pop Fall/Winter 08 "Nun Head", Vogue Australia May 09 "And God Created A Woman"

Featuring: Balmain, Karen Walker, Alexander Wang, Erin Wasson, Daria Werbowy

Scans: French Vogue April 08 "Simplement Couture" & Russh May 08  "La Verite"

Featuring: Balmain, Alexander Wang, Erin Wasson

Scans: Russh November 07 "You Look Hot"

Sources: Style.Com, SRC783, Karen Walker, Model Couture,

Hair Ramble #2

God I have been tearing my hair out all day trying to upload the images for this post. Finally figured it was the colour profiles from Photoshop causing drrrama. And of course technical issues are great distractions from uni work.

So speaking of hair, I had a ramble the other day about the half (or more? maybe?) of me that is dying to lop of my hair into a scruffy bob. The rest of my is desperate for it to grow grow grow. Do I keep growing it? Am tempted to dye it darkblonde/lightbrown - am pretty much obsessed with this hair colour. Think young Brooke Shields circa Blue Lagoon and those Calvin Klein ads.

But am I ready to not be blonde? Have been for my WHOLE life. There is something heavenly about long, messy blonde locks. Typical of the iconic Chloe girls (as well as Chloe Sevigny).
 Or should I maintain what I have at the moment? Midlength, growing out, wavy/disheveled - but occasionally bordering on scarecrow when I am v lazy.

Wow this post has been the ultimate in distraction. And sleep calls, 5 hours before wakeup and deadlines tomorrow. But only two sleeps until my five week mid semester break!! Hallelujah!

Source: Style.com, The Fashion Spot, my scans, Model Couture, 

Lula #10

So I finally set aside some time to scan some of the magazines I've read lately (the To Read pile is still massive though...) The latest Lula is stunning, always a delight to read - and something I always do v slowly. Boaters and pastel were a massive feature in the whole issue (lucky Brits with spring upon them).

And We All Shine On

Chanel Iman does pastels and nerdy/ladylike pieces without looking saccharine. The tones look amazing on her skintone. Unfortunately I would look like a total dick in these (blonde hair + head-to-toe pastels = barbie much?).

Lady Bird

This editorial (accompanying a v interesting interview with the crazy-talented Luella Bartley) so makes me think of my little sis - she is a total cupcake fiend. I love this collection from Luella - totally delicious. Cute, ladylike, iron and just a bit messed up.

Hold On To Your Hat

Im still obsessed with boaters (thanks Marc and Lover), unfortunately with our lovely schizophrenic Auckland winters they would be a v silly option. So I shall just admire beautiful shots like these and bide my time for spring.

This Side Of The Blue

Je T'aime

Love these washed out, sun-bleached florals. I adore anything Liberty-esque - I've been thoroughly (and gratefully) overexposed to their beautiful fabrics my whole life. Merci mama.

To Be Your Friend

And this is just too pretty. Every little girls dream. Love how they have paired the usually slick and futuristic Rodarte laser cut leather leggings with sequins and tulle - super fresh take on this fab piece.

Bow Wow Wow and A Dreamy Day Of Dreaming You

I love love love this Isabel Marant ad... Seriously coveting patchwork at the mo. Have a patchwork vest in my sewing pile - will def have to wait until mid semester break unfortunately.

Indian Summer

This is one of the best Daria editorials I've seen in a while (not that she ever does anything remotely average). Love the fresh, summery feel.  Lots of Chloe and those sumptuously crushed Prada silks. Im still obsessed with those glasses. I'm thinking an intense search for the perfect pair is in order.

Vogue UK June 2009 "Indian Summer" Daria Werbowy by Patrick Demarchelier

Source: Fashion Gone Rogue

The Met's Costume Institute Gala 09: Neo-Supers

Unsurprisingly, the models kicked ass on the red carpet at The Met Ball. The neo-supers all looked mind blowing - and super fresh. This is why they are payed the big bucks and front pretty much everything. They look to die for on the runway, in editorial, in candids and on the red carpet.

My three all time faves looked stunning. Trust Erin to blow everyone away in some insane zipped leather pants. That girl is an icon. Sasha looks absolutely ethereal and yet somehow earthy at the same time. I LOVE her hair. Best of the night. Daria gives a tiny sparkly dress edge and mystery (total opposite of what we saw on Giselle).

Left to Right: Erin Wasson in Phi, Sasha Pivovarova in Giambattista Valli & Daria Werbowy in Balmain

The other big names looked amazing too. Anja is made for Balmain (her shoulders do worry me somewhat though...). Miranda manages to be super sexy but not vulgar. Caroline looks like a total princess - every girls dream, and I could SO see that dress on an Olsen (probably MK). I can't tell you how much Im dying for that insane chainmail dress by Alexander Wang that Lara is wearing. She's got the figure to wear it instead of it wearing her.

Left to Right: Anja Rubik in Balmain, Miranda Kerr in Jil Sander, Caroline Trentini in John Galliano, Kerr, Alexander Wang & Lara Stone in Alexander Wang.

Source: Fasionologie

YSL + Daria

Vintage Daria from Yves Saint Laurent's Winter 05 campaign - I always love the YSL ads (esp. the new ones with Claudia), his girls always look so statuesque. The Eiffel Tower looks dreamy. I need to get myself to Paris asap I think.

Source: Model Couture

Iron Maiden

Daria in January's Vogue UK... Sparkly AND tough. And Daria. Fab.

 Vogue UK March 2009 "Iron Maiden"

Source: Model Couture

Fave Faces of 2008

Daria, Erin, Ashley, Angela, Kate, Shanay, Sasha, Isabelle, Kate, Mary Kate, Tallulah, Clemence, Alexa

Wanting: Blanket Jacket

J'Adore

Le Fashion just posted this... I love!!

 Yet another reason for me sooo needing an army jacket! As are these....

SUNnyDAY

Today the view from my kitchen window looks like this...

I wish I was spending my day doing this...
Then this...

 But instead, I am living the work dream! Oh well a girls got to earn her keep.. I do love Sunny Sundays though (my usual day off). Will have to make do with a civilised post-work pinot noir!

Living The Dream

Wanting: Bandanas