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The 7 Hottest Trends for Winter: 5

Heather — Thu, 22 Oct 2009 21:56:30 +0000

This next trend probably comes as no surprise, because it almost cannot even be called a trend any longer, not in good conscience. It sure started out that way, absolutely, and everybody was so sure it was going to go the way of Uggs and spaghetti strap shirts with tank tops underneath.

However, according to all available accounts, it looks like skinny jeans are pretty much here to stay. They have become a proper staple of fashion, and they are most definitely going to be hot this coming winter season!

In fact, skinny jeans will go with just about all of the winter trends we have mentioned thus far. They will look great with ankle length boots, they will look stellar with the perfect winter coat, and if you do want to include a cashmere sweater or two in your wardrobe, your jeans will go well with them too!

Apple Bottom Jeans are HOT

Daphne — Sat, 03 Jan 2009 07:49:24 +0000

First of all let me just say I know I’m going out on a limb here. Apple Bottom Jeans have an extremely bad rep in the fashion world, but here in Europe they’re basicly unknown (apart from the Nelly song, obviously).

Anyway, I actually LIKE the Apple Bottom Jeans A LOT under these two conditions:

You need the right kind of bum. Not too skinny, but DEFINATELY not too fat either. See pics below for a perfect example on how they look best.
You need the right shoes.

If you get that combo right, Apple Bottom Jeans form the perfect mixture between street and casual classy. Pics below for proof.

Bodymetrics an Exact Fit in Designer Jeans

Daphne — Fri, 03 Oct 2008 22:50:47 +0000

Scanning your body with a machine and taking hundreds of measurements in an effort to make the best jeans possible for your shape may sound a little like science fiction. But rest assured, Bodymetrics, Made to Measure Jeans, are today’s reality. Farther advanced than custom made tailored clothing, the Bodymetrics Pod scans your body and in five seconds has enough measurements to make a digital pattern for jeans that are as close to a second skin as possible.

Using light scanning technology, the pod measures every nuance in the legs, knees, waist, hips and buttocks. Once completed, a virtual model is created which when used to size the jeans, makes a perfect body fit. Then, working work with a design consultant to determine the features that you prefer on your jeans, you will create your own pair of jeans. Further, the consultant will help you to make choices that are flattering to your shape and size. It is said that once you own your first pair of exact fit jeans, you will never buy off-the-rack jeans again.

Originally only offered to female customers, Bodymetrics now sells a limited range for men as well. For women, though, both designer labels and the company’s own jeans are available. Choose from a variety of fabrics and finishings as well.

The idea of science and fashion converging is taking the fashion industry by storm as several luxury retailers including Selfridges, Harrods and Bonmarché have installed the Bodymetrics Pod to service their customers. A recent television documentary on jean making listed the prices at about five hundred dollars US but of course it is always best to check a retail location for accuracy.

Web info – bodymetrics.com

Summer Jeans for 2008

Daphne — Tue, 13 May 2008 16:30:24 +0000

No, jeans are not too warm for the summer sun. That’s just plain BS. Light jeans in all meanings of the word are great for summer, and will carry your casual look like no other! I went onto net-a-porter to find some extremely sexy summer denim; and came back with some perfect ones! :D

1 – Roberto Cavalli Swarovski crystal jeans

2 – True Religion Billy straight leg jeans

3 – Stella McCartney High-waisted jeans

I’m off to have a drink in the sun. Take care! ;-)

Gorjana Sample Sale!

Daphne — Thu, 17 Apr 2008 01:31:12 +0000

The gorjana multi-designer sample sale will run from 9am-4pm for one day only, on this Saturday, April 19th in downtown LA.

It will include jewelry from gorjana, handbags from GOLDENBLEU, t-shirts, hoodies, pants and jackets for women and men from ever, denim from Anlo, tops and dresses from Karen Zambos, Elijah and Manoush.

All at up to 75% off retail prices.

For the address and to receive future notices on sample sales, visit www.shopthesamplesale.com.

Just passing along the news to our LA-based readers! :)