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Ebay Find: Vintage Quilted Bally Bag

2008-11-20T15:37:50Z

A more subtle play on the classic Chanel number... Vintage Quilted Bally Bag]]>

Hands Up

2008-11-20T14:44:04Z

16 gorgeous gloves to warm up your winter. By CB & PG From left: Yarnz Fingerless Cashmere Gloves, $52, available at Oak; 3.1 Phillip Lim Jeweled Driving Gloves, $195, available at Barneys New York. It wasn't so long ago that a toasty pair of knit gloves satisfied just one purpose—they kept your fingers from freezing off. But lately, we're loving how this old-meets-new-world accessory is having a bit of a glamour renaissance (on the heels of decadent hats and elaborate costume jewels, we knew they weren't far behind). Naturally, the gloves we love best go well beyond warmth. Wrapped up in the coziest alpaca (thanks Rachel Comey), accented with glossy patent quilting and cashmere ribbing (Yarnz), or just stretching all the way up to the elbow (Rag & Bone and Acne, to name a few), our top styles prove function can always be fashionable, too. Read on for more easy ways to change up your winter look—with so many gorgeous options, one is definitely not enough. From left: Missoni Striped Knit Gloves, $145, available at Net-A-Porter; Acne Dallas Gloves Leather and Wool, $99, available at Gargyle. From left: Echo Metallic Pipe Gloves, $58, available at Bird; Marc by Marc Jacobs Two-Tone Gloves, $88, available at Barneys New York. From left: Lauren Urstadt Quilted Fingerless Gloves, $115, available at Oak; Rachel Comey Baby ALpaca Long Mittens, $220, available at Bird. From left: Rag & Bone Extra Long Cashmere Gloves, $185, available at La Garçonne; Steven Alan Cashmere and Leather Fingerless Gloves, $85, available at Steven Alan. From left: Filippa K Leather Wrap Gloves, $125, available at Revolve Clothing; Antipast Long Patterned Gloves, $155, available at Bird. From left: Club Monaco Abigail Cashmere Gloves, $79, available at Club Monaco; French Connection Long Leather Button Gloves, $68, available at French Connection. Free People Campfire Mittens, $33.60, available at Shop Bop; Banana Republic Contrast-Cuff Leather Gloves, $130, available at Banana Republic. ]]> 16 gorgeous gloves to warm up your winter.

Today's News

2008-11-20T14:18:42Z

Glove love! 16 pairs to keep you cool and cozy this winter... · A coin necklace that's worth its weight in faux gold... · Isabelle Adjani's eery style in The Tenant... · CFDA champs Sophie & Lisa give us their winning night diary... · Samantha Pleet's new temporary boutiques pops up in Los Angeles...

11/19/08

2008-11-19T16:13:28Z

Sunset Boulevard's Mas Boutique launches their 72 Hour Sale this Friday, November 21, through Sunday, November 23, with 20% discounts throughout the store. Stop by for raffles, drinks, and discounts on men's and women's clothing from KZO, Shipley & Halmos, Cassette, Mike & Chris, and Crispin & Basilio to name a few. Mas Boutique, 3511 1/2 West Sunset Boulevard, (between Golden Gate and Maltman avenues); 323-663-3112.

11/19/08

2008-11-19T15:26:31Z

Head down to Tribeca for Steven Alan's bi-annual sample sale starting this Thursday, November 20, through Sunday, November 23. Get early dibs on discounted merch from Steven Alan, Rag & Bone, Geren Ford, The Generic Man, Demy Lee, Sunshine & Shadow, Mayle, Gryson, Laloo, and much much more. Thursday and Friday, from 8:30 to 8 p.m.; Saturday, from noon to 7 p.m.; and Sunday, from noon to 5 p.m. Steven Alan Sample Sale, 87 Franklin Street, (between Broadway and Church streets); 212-219-3305.

11/19/08

2008-11-19T15:23:23Z

Philip Crangi's Giles & Brother is throwing a holiday sample sale starting this Thursday, November 20, and Friday, November 21, from noon to 7 p.m. Finds discounts of up to 75% off their complete collection, including the Academie and Tinies line. Items include the Triple Heavy Curb Chain necklace (now $78), Rigid Chain Matte Hematite Cuff (now $40), Square Stude Matte Hematite & Citrine Rhinestone Bangle (now $36). Cash only. Giles & Brother Sample Sale, 147 West 29th Street, 2nd floor, (between 6th and 7th avenues); no phone.

11/19/08

2008-11-19T15:17:09Z

SoHo's vintage go-to What Comes Around Goes Around begins their end-of-season sample sale on Thursday, November 20, through Sunday, November 23, from 11 to 8 p.m. Scoop up vintage classics for both men and women, including boots (now $30), tops (now $10), jackets (now $30), as well as WCAGA collection dresses (now $75). What Comes Around Goes Around, 351 West Broadway, (between Broome and Grand streets); 212-343-9303.

Ebay Find: Ostrich Feather Capelet

2008-11-19T14:51:33Z

Hopefully, no birds perished in the making of this rad capelet.... Ostrich Feather Capelet]]>

11/18/08

2008-11-18T16:02:35Z

On Thursday, November 20, and Friday, November 21, from 10 to 6 p.m., eM Productions is hosting their holiday sample sale featuring Grey Ant, Society for Rational Dress, Spring & Clifton, Corpus, Lisa Levine, and more. Find deep discounts on clothing and accessories priced at wholesale and below, including Grey Ant denim (now $50), Lisa Levine jewelry (now $60), and Society for Rational Dress clothing (now $30). Cash only. eM Productions Sample Sale at the Cooper Building, 860 South Los Angeles Street, Suite 402, (between E. 9th and E. 8th streets); 213-614-9292.

11/18/08

2008-11-18T15:57:19Z

Acne, Filippa K, and Nudie Jeans are teaming for Want Agency's annual end-of-season sample sale starting this Wednesday, November 19, and Thursday, November 20, from 11 to 8 p.m. Find discounts of up to 60% off men's and women's goods, including an Acne Mantel Dress (now $175), a Filippa K Pea coat (now $300), and Nudie Jeans Saltwater Slim Jim jean (now $100). Plus, don't forget to head one floor down for the Rogues Gallery on-going sample sale. Cash only. Want Agency Sample Sale, 33 West 26th Street, 5th floor, (between Broadway and 6th Avenue); 212-414-5814.

11/18/08

2008-11-18T15:53:18Z

Our friends at Woodley & Bunny are getting a jump on the pre-holiday discounts and kicking off their Black Tuesday Sale. Starting today, November 18, through the holiday season, take up to 40% off select men's and women's collections and an additional 10% off apothecary and salon services. Woodley & Bunny, 490 Driggs Avenue, (N. 9th and N. 10th streets); 718-218-6449.

11/18/08

2008-11-18T15:48:53Z

Hawaii's popular Aloha Rag boutique is offering a store-wide 40% off discount at their New York City outpost today, November 18, from noon to 9 p.m during their one-day shopping party. Sip Henriot champagne and shop discounted clothing from Phillip Lim, Lanvin, Jil Sander, Maison Martin Margiela, and more. Aloha Rag, 505 Greenwich Street, (between Spring and Canal streets); 212-925-0882; to attend rsvp to AlohaRag@pitchcontrolpr.com.

Ebay Find: Vintage Black Cocktail Hat

2008-11-18T14:12:24Z

What a woman! With the world being the way it is, I think life really calls for a hat like this... Vintage Black Cocktail Hat]]>

My Style: Chrissie Miller

2008-11-18T14:00:47Z

Sophomore designer Chrissie Miller sounds off on her style basics. By Erin Donnelly Chrissie Miller at home, photo from theselby.com Fresh, atmospheric color palettes and unexpected details have launched Chrissie Miller's fresh-faced, '70s-inspired Sophomore line of basics for men and women to the top of many a stylephile's shopping list. The label's rotating cast of "It" girl models and energetic Lower East Side slice-of-life lookbooks have also helped establish Miller as a buzz-worthy NYC fashion fixture. Intrigued? Read on as Miller sounds off on beloved designers, the future of Sophomore, and…Oprah? How would you describe your personal style? "Easy breezy." What five pieces define your everyday style? "Jeans, T-shirts, high-heel boots, a denim jacket, or a leather jacket." Chrissie Miller at home, photo from theselby.com What is the most cherished item in your closet? "I have this faded old Levi's jean jacket from when I was 16." What's on your wish-list this season? "Alaia leather boots, Balenciaga jeans, an oversized white blazer, and this studded Margiela bag I saw." Who are your favorite designers or labels? "Margiela, Balenciaga, Alaïa, Emma Cook, Isabel Marant, Rick Owens, and Proenza Schouler." Chrissie Miller at home, photo from theselby.com What was your most recent fashion purchase? "Christian Louboutin black suede high-heel boots." What influences your style? "The people around me, my friends. Just living in New York is inspiring—or just wearing what feels right at the moment." What's your favorite place in the city? "My home." Chrissie Miller behind the wheel Sophomore's Spring '08 Lookbook, photographed by Cass Bird What music do you listen to while designing? "I listen to so many different things. Right now it's my friends' bands: The Virgins, Lissy Trullie, and Adam Green." Where do you get the inspiration for your designs? "I am inspired by different things: music, books, the people around me, images and artwork. Lately I have been watching lots of rare, hard-to-find films from the '70s." What made you decide to focus on basics for Sophomore? "I love a good pair of vintage Levi's, the perfect T-shirt, a sweatshirt, and a jean jacket or leather jacket with boots. But I've always had a hard time finding basic clothes. Sometimes it's the simplest things in life that are the hardest to find. When it comes to basics, it's all about the details, the little things that most people don't notice but just feel and fit right." Sophomore's Fall '08 Lookbook, photographed by Cass Bird Your lookbooks tend to feature a who's who of NYC "It" girls like Harley Viera-Newton and Jen Brill. What is it about these girls that helps them translate your designs? "I like to use the people around me. In Jen's case, she is my best friend, so it seemed natural that she would be included. I like the lookbooks to feel like real life—real people doing things they normally do. Cass Bird, the photographer who shoots all of our lookbooks, I wanted these images to feel as though we are telling a story." What celebrity would you kill to have model your clothes? "Anita Pallenberg, circa 1968." Who would you love to give a fashion makeover? "Oprah. But she wears great shoes, and I would love to just meet her!" If you could trade closets with anyone, living or dead, who would it be "Jerry Hall." What's one thing you would never be caught dead wearing? "Crocs." Sophomore's Spring '09 Lookbook, photographed by Cass Bird What's your style deal-breaker? "Cargo pants, men's sandals, and fedoras!" What's next for Sophomore? "We are in the process of experimenting with suede and leather. Very exciting stuff...stay tuned!"]]> Sophomore designer Chrissie Miller sounds off on her style basics.

Debauchette

2008-11-17T22:49:09Z

"I collect sex-themed books, like sexological texts, conduct manuals, erotic prints, old pornography, satire, sociological studies, etc. I'm interested in how sex is perceived throughout history, and how it's used in art and literature. My scattershot collection spans about five centuries..."