Fashion Week. Racially Diverse Runways?
We aren’t going to hold our breathe but… according to top casting director Daniel Peddle, who is currently casting New York Fashion Week (in a frenzy we’re sure…), runways might look a little different this year. Instead of a slew of blonde, porcelain models, you might not be able to pin down the race of …
Celeb Designers. Or At Least, People Who Used to Be Celebrities are Designing.
Do fashion execs know something we don’t know about semi-famous or washed-up people being able to sell clothes better than… you know… actual designers? Maybe there is some magical combo of former fame, name recognition and cheap clothes that is more successful than investing in up-and-coming designers with good ideas, creativity and talent? We’re baffled. …
Celebrity Sports Style. Sharapova May Be Out, But She Won't Rain on Nike's Parade
Sorry guys. Husbands and boyfriends everywhere are saddened by the news that Maria Sharapova’s shoulder injury is keeping her out of the U.S. Open this year. Wait, or is that just my husband? According to WWD, both the day and evening tennis dresses designed for Sharapova by Nike to wear at this year’s Open more …
Fall Trend Alert! Get it Straight…Pencil Skirts
Evey few years it seems the pencil skirt returns in a big way and this fall is no different. Judging by the fall ’08 ready-to-wear runway…the pencil skirt is as prolific as it was in the 40’s. We personally love the drama. (L-R) Derek Lam, Diane von Furstenberg, Charles Nolan (L-R) Carlos Miele, Max Azria, …
Beauty Beat. The Fall 2008 Collection from CARGO Cosmetics
As mentioned in a previous article on Second City Style Magazine, shocks of color are all the rage in cosmetic trends this fall. One line we currently love is the entire Fall 2008 Collection from CARGO Cosmetics. The various palettes, liners and brushes take the guesswork out perfecting your look. The easy-to-follow system gives you …
