Steve Madden thinks he is Immature and the Olsens are a ‘PAIN’. They are. I used to work there.

I love writing about the Olsen twins because I used to work for them.

I can tell you from experience Ashley is sweet and smart, Mary Olsen is part of the ‘IDGAF’ tribe and 75% of their success should go to Jill their awesome handler (not pictured here).

Steve Madden collaborated with them for the last few years on shoes for their Elizabeth and James fashion line.

Recently Steve Madden had spotted the line ‘Superga’ in Europe and bonded over it with Ashley Olsen (the brains of the sisters, TRUST ME) cause she was all, “I love Superga”. Madden was hypnotized by Ashley’s superior twin power, transfixed by her shiny pearls and according to the NYPost said,

‘I’ll get it for you, I’ll bring it to America and you’ll be my creative director.’

How can you say no to the midget Goddess’ of messed up fashion?

Problem being although Madden insisted the girls were mature and ‘wordly’ for 25 years old, he also declared them a ‘pain in the ass’.

 They are difficult. They are exacting. They are a pain in the ass. But they’re very good though. No. They’re awesome.

Nice cover Steve, nice CYA moment.

I fully agree they are messed up and slightly bitchy, BUT they are just perfectly, sugary sweet. See how I did that? I suggest that every bitchy fashion queen learn from Madden. Remember it’s ‘OK’ to rip your business partner apart. Just end the comment with a positive and no one will be the wiser.

I’m looking forward to see what Madden and the twins come up with. Their new ‘Superga’ collection should be interesting. Despite the ‘pain in the ass’ part Dualstar Ent. is a thriving business, FOR A REASON.

Here’s to ‘bitchy queen’ Steve Madden whose shoe’s are forever fabulous and ALWAYS uncomfortable. Here’s to the ‘pain in the ass’ Olsen’s and their next billion dollar clothing venture.

We salute you for making fashion industry interesting.

Getting Your Platform On – Brian Atwood shoes

I love a platform shoe as much as I love my own mother. Seeing as I adore my mother, this is a testament to my adoration of anything that makes me ‘taller’ and elongates my sexy dancers legs. I am also hideously deformed in the fashion world at 5’2 and am seriously considering plastic surgery for my ‘shortness’.

Or the next best thing. The Brian Atwood platform shoe.

The too gorgeous in nude, ‘Alesha’ platform heel

I found his collection quite by accident on the ever lovely http://www.net-a-porter.com and am happy to say that not only am I a convert, but have been saved from the AWFUL knee extension plastic surgery I have been contemplating (seriously, ow).

Brian Atwood has brought the platform back and re-sculpted it so it’s not ankle breaking and wearable. If the ‘basic’ shoe is not your bag, his shoes transcend the norm and come in color.

And an open toe block heel, because walking around any city become unstable and it’s easier to ride the train in these.

Brian Atwood also has a flair for the dramatic in his shoes, and although it is a smaller platform I would buy it anyway. The almost art nouveau look just makes it worth it.

Yes, please!!

So sexy. Overall I am hooked like the shoe whore I am and have officially labeled his collection #shoeporn.

Next in my collection for red carpet fun…his platform noir artistique, the ‘Monster’ shoe! This was made for me.

Who wants some?

Brian Atwood shoe’s are available at Saks and of course Bergdorf’s. Happy platform hunting darlings. Let’s make it count!

Also more on the fab, gorg and sexy Brian Atwood here:

http://www.brianatwood.com/

Adolfo Sanchez FW 2012 lookbook, casual, comfortable and dead sexy

I love following new and unique brands and emerging designers. There is something fascinating watching the mutation of clothing and the shapes and style it takes as a designer becomes more knowledgeable and climbs higher in the industry.

I have been watching the Adolfo Sanchez line since around 2009-2010. Since then he has surpassed his peers and is conquering the competition. He has gone for the a small shop and design studio to a showroom, shows in Paris, New York and brought great fashion back to LA.

I am blessed to know such immeasurable talent and he has just sent me his uber gorgeous Lookbook for his new FW 2012 collection.

Here are some of my favorites

Below is the full LookBook.

AW12 Model Look Book

Enjoy, salivate and make an appointment at:

ADOLFO SANCHEZ LLC
312 W 5th Street #423
LOS ANGELES, CA 90013 USA
BY APPOINTMENT ONLY*
213.278.7849
INFO@ADOLFOSANCHEZDESIGNS.COM

 

LA billionaire merges with Barneys to become chairman of the board. OWN IT!

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Seem’s Angelenos are putting fashion on the map more and more everyday. An LA business owner merged with Barneys of the infamous Barneys NY to become a partial owner and a member of the board. ApparelNews.net;

Billionaire Ron Burkle, whose Yucaipa Cos.investmentfirm is headquartered on Sunset Boulevard, has joinedPerry Capital of New York to take a majority share in the retailer. As a result, Burkle will gain a seat on the board of directors. Richard Perry, head of Perry Capital, will become chairman of the board.

Let’s hope these means better shopping for Los Angeles and maybe, eventually (fingers and pedi toes crossed) we could get a REAL fashion week back. We shall see. What do you think fashionista?

Uncle Karl Reigns Supreme with outlandish must see FW 2012 RTW fashion show. Middle Earth be damned!

In case you have not heard, Karl Lagerfield is a demi-god. He runs the House of Chanel creating and breaking the boundaries of ways to look at fashion.
He has done it again with an overly opulent show and gem studded runway. The towering crystals were laid on a runway tinted with purple hues that reflected in his collection. This is the dramatic arts cutting edge.
Pay Attention!

CHANEL Fall-Winter 2012/13 Ready-to-Wear show
(Original show aired March 6th Paris, France)

Skingraft Garter Belt….for the Bitch On the Go. Girl Gear with a wicked twist.

Feeling in a rush? Need to keep fashionable? Strap this bad girl garter belt by Skingraft over a pair of leggings and you’ll not only look unique, but like a sexy metro leather bitch with an attitude. And it has a handy side pocket for lipstick, ID and…other.

Buy one for yourself. Buy one for your girlfriend. If she wears it, she’s a keeper.

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Want to check out more merch?

Go to SKINGRAFT.COM HERE

Black Listed – Ralph Lauren FW 2012

Black Listed - Ralph Lauren FW 2012

And black never looked so deadly. *dies a little* Well Played Ralph Lauren, well played.