Pop art icon Andy Warhol once said, “The idea of waiting for something makes it more exciting.” Perhaps that’s why he believed love was more satisfying as an abstract idea, a phenomenon depicted in films, described in literature, and interpreted in art, than as a real-life sentiment that could lead to both glorious and devastating moments.
The 68th Annual Golden Globe Awards, held on Sunday, January 16th, saw comedian Ricky Gervais return to the podium, this time armed with even sharper barbs aimed at nominees, guests, and event organizers.
Jeffrey Campbell’s audacious, unapologetic, forward-thinking, bravado-filled footwear designs make me weak in the knees.
From her pink-haired, mid-riff baring days as the lead singer of No Doubt to the early days of her solo career, when she dyed her hair platinum blond and donned low-rise houndstooth print pants, Rasta-colored wristbands and knit caps, and printed hooded sweatshirts, to her current more glamorous look, which involved oversize shades, tons of plaid and chevron prints, bold platform heels and boots, and camo print details, Gwen Stefani has more than earned her spot among the most influential style icons of our day.
Almost three decades before Lady Gaga bewitched audiences with her outlandish costumes, New Wave/dance singer Grace Jones set the bar for lovable eccentricity, donning embellished face masks and sculptural, gravity-defying hats and headpieces; bucking traditional gender norms by rocking a masculine, cropped, flat top ‘do, along with blazers with squared shoulders; toying with dominatrix motifs through leather bustiers, fishnet tights, come-hitter platform heels, and figure-hugging leotards; wearing wire armor ensembles; and generally advancing the avant-garde agenda.
For the third installment of this year’s gift guide, which is inspired by female music icons (as you know from last week’s ode to Pat Benatar and the previous tribute to Janelle Monae’s equestrian-meets-funk style), we’re focusing on British pop star Lily Allen.
Shopping should never be a drag, especially when you’re looking for holiday gifts that will bring a smile to a loved one’s face.
Last week, I had the opportunity to attend the press preview of the Katherine Kwei Spring/Summer 2011 handbag collection — and, chicas, I felt like tying the knot and jumping the broom with so many of these oh-so-cool knotted handbags.
Do you dream of Twiggy-like mod fashions that scream ’60s groove child?
On Saturday, October 10th, the Mulberry for Target collection hit stores, igniting such a frenzy among consumers that, rumor has it, the Target.com website was struggling to keep up with the increased traffic.
