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    Shawn Stussy's New Brand

     

    Shawn Stussy’s new brand S/Double for Spring/Summer 2010 the collection includes casual footwear, trainers, caps, t-shirts, shirts, jackets, chinos, denim and more.

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    XLARGE and SABRE THE DUDE Eyewear Collection

    It's heating up pretty fast outside and we love to stay in the hottest shades..(not sun) but sunglasses! XLARGE and SABRE THE DUDE eyewear collection is simply DOPE! There are three models of the glasses each with different levels of stripe.

    The glasses was released at XLARGE stores April 29th.

    XOxo

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    Fli Pelican

    (LA) What is the inspiration behind the name of the clothing company?

    (FL) Finding The Love Inside - FLI

    (LA) Yall been working hard over there I hear about Fli Pelican from so many people, why do you think your clothing has had so much impact on the streets ?

    (FL) Because we easily relate to the streets, by keeping our ear close to what's going on. We are the streets.

    (LA) Where are some of the spots people can purchase the clothing?

    (FL) Vinnies, Fly Times and http://flipelican.com

    (LA) Tell us about your Spring/Summer collection or items what can people expect?

     (FL) All I can say is more versatility, same flavor

    (LA) What are your hottest selling items right now?

    (FL) Amber Rose, Kill 2 Birds, Paper Planes

    (LA) Any future plans readers should be on the lookout for?

     (FL) Atlanta Fli-Ship Store

    check out Flipelican.com

    xoxo

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    Life After Denim

    Men’s fashion we see everyday walking down the street or at the business office but yet what is the ultimate life of a man. By looking at the work of the spring/summer 2010 men’s fashion collection the ultimate life of men’s fashion is starting to shape. Designers like Marc Jacobs, The Brooklyn Circus, General Idea, and Alexander McQueen and there spring/summer 2010 collection all had the ultimate life of men in their collection. What in a collection makes up the ultimate life of men? There are three things that I look for when looking at a designer’s collection. Number one is the trend that they are creating for the season. I like to see new ideas that the designer’s are creating for the runway. Two, would have to be the color trend; color is very important because color is what a guy looks for to show people who they are. Last would be are they bringing a guy next door look to the collection. Life after Denim is a great example of having the guy next door look. The ultimate life of a man in fashion is being able to show your style by what you have on. And the people that are there to help us with that have to be the designers. Stepping away from the designer the ultimate life of a man can come from stores like H&M and Heritage1981. Heritage1981 is a great store for men because many of the looks have the next door looks. I love Heritage1981 just for that. The ultimate life of a man is what every man in the world would love to hold the title to. It’s the people around us that would help us with that.

     

    By: Daion Young (blog: fashiontheman)

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    Women in Sneakers

    After years and years of collecting and rocking sneakers, it has been brought to my attention that many folks (men & women) feel that a woman should not rock sneakers once she reaches a certain age, enters the workforce, etc. I have been told that it just isn’t a good look for a grown woman, and so on. However, I strongly disagree and, as some of the baddest women in the industry show, when done correctly, a woman in sneakers can be very sexy.
     

    1. Ciara in Adidas by Jeremy Scott’s sequin hi-top
    2. Ciara in Adidas by Jeremy Scott’s Mickey Mouse inspired hi-top
    3. Ciara rocking Air Force One Mid’s
     4. Amber Rose in Women’s Reebok Freestyle Hi in Neon Green
    5. Teyana Taylor in Air Jordan 6 Retro “Oreos”
    6. Rihanna in the Nike SB Blazer High Premium purple suede
    To pull off this look, sneakers always look great with a pair of skinny jeans and a crop top. Or, if you’ve got legs like Ciara (who, also, is a sneaker collector), they can be paired with shorts and still look fabulous. I understand that most of us do not have the funds that the game’s hottest women do, therefore, this look is perfect. Sneakers, depend on the style and exclusivity, can be copped at pretty decent prices. Each of the pairs shown above can be purchased at $200 or below. Also, check out the pictures below for some hot sneakers that have dropped just in time for summer:
    1. Nike All Court Low in Premium Hot Lime
    2. Nike Dunk High Supreme LE “Polka Dot”
     3. Nike Blazer High- aster pink/white/lime
     4. Nike Blazer Mid “Changing Faces”


    By: Rachel Lee

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    Naturally Acai Xtra

    Naturally Acai Xtra is a liquid nutritional supplement. It comes from the Acai berry family and is a new product offered by the Agrolabs, the leader in liquid nutrition. Naturally Acai Xtra is loaded with the natural properties of the Acai berry to promote energy, healthy digestion, cholesterol management, a strong immune system, and even a healthy youthful complexion. Recently, Acai has been recommended by leading anti-aging physicians and researchers. Acai is also the only super berry on the market that has Vitamin B1, B2, B3, Vitamin E, Vitamin C, Phosphorus, Calcium, Potassium, Fiber, Proteins, good fatty acids such as Omega 6, Omega 9. It’s packed with antioxidants and The Fabulous Life has your chance to win a bottle of Naturally Acai Xtra. The liquid Dietary Supplement is 16 servings and in addition to the Acai berry, Naturally Acai Xtra contains proprietary nutrient rich berry extracts of Blueberry, Pear Juice, Concord Grape, White Grape, and Apple Juices. Acai has also been used for hundreds of years to promote energy, healthy digestion, and good health by the Natives of the Amazon. So make sure you enter for your chance to win a tasty and healthy product from Acai.
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    Designer Denise-Richard Pegeus

    I had the pleasure of interviewing Denise-Richard Pegeus, a self-taught designer and fashion entrepreneur. Denise unique, couture clothing is made for any woman looking for edgy, sexy, and stylish clothing. Denise's hard work attitude shows throughout her collection and it is my pleasure to introduce Diary of Joli designer Denise-Richard Pegeus and her journey of building her brand.
    LA-How did you get your start in designing and what has been your favorite part of the process?
    Denise- I first began as a young girl, designing and sewing with my mother, and modeling for my father/photographer. I jumped into fashion by owing my own shoe boutique. People constantly commented, and one morning I just woke up! After reading The Fashion Designer Survival Guide, I gained the confidence to step out on my own.I always had a love for fashion and created it for myself. It seemed like the right time just presented itself. My favorite part of this process is the networking, the shows and meeting new people. When my garments are created exactly as they were sketched on paper...seeing my work come alive and hearing the reactions makes it all worth the while.
    LA-What can women expect from your collection this spring?
    Denise-Women can expect a great deal from Diary of Joli' this spring. We are completing the Fall 2011 collection, which will be manufactured in December to show in February. We are also sketching, and gathering our creative team. We are working on the second chapter of the Diary of Joli'...and preparing for our introduction of Le'on, the menswear line. Denise is focusing on evolving and incorporating more detail in her designs.
    LA-Tell us about the trip to South Africa, what was it like?
    Denise-Denise's trip to South Africa was truly that...an experience. When she found out that she was going, she packed two suitcases - one full of garments, and the other full of shoes and jewels. Many of the items, Denise had collected over the years. Denise owned two boutiques in the Houston area, and also sold and designed jewelry for 15 years. She had a tremendous supply of jewelry that wasn't selling, and only accumulating. She believes in GIVING. Denise says, "God will bless you to give more. Be givers than borrowers." She feels inspired daily by the blessings that God has bestowed upon her...simply being healthy, having strength and her children in her life are so much to rejoice about. She knew that she was going to do a mission (give clothing to women from refugee camps), and was excited to connect and participate in any type of global sisterhood. This trip was purpose filled. Unfortunately, when she arrive, due to strict customs and heightened security from 9/11, Denise found that all of her pieces had been gone through, some damaged and even missing. She felt defeated, but forged on. She was going to make the most of the situation in which God presented her. Denise was able to visit several squatters camps, where the homes in which people live are just big enough to "squat in." These homes simply cover your head...nothing inside. She literally was amazed at what she saw and how her people were living...Thousands of shacks as far as the eye could see. This was amazing and transforming but yet very emotional at the same time. Denise looked introspection in the face as she visited homes and walked the streets. Children flocked and followed her everywhere she went...they were so happy to see a successful American woman. It was difficult for Denise to pick and choose who was the most in need, as she wanted to help everyone she came in contact with. The women there have a different lifestyle than our American ways. They were unfamiliar with what perms/relaxers were. Denise felt like she could share some of her American tips with them, and tune into some of the things that they could offer her. Denise was very much interested in how these women viewed fashion. "They have a fashionable eye...enjoy bold colors." So she dressed them in the items that she brought with her. Sometimes even given the shoes off of her feet and walking back to her living quarters each day. Denise says, "Anything I had on...if I could strip down to give the shirt off of my back and the shoes off my feet, I did!" Denise spent ten days there. When it was time to depart, she felt instant sadness...thinking about what she was leaving, and what she had to go back to. She was almost ready to go, because the amount of sadness she was feeling was overwhelming. At that point, she vowed to return often and do it all over again. It was an amazing experience, to see how our cultures differ. The children there were so focused on God, that they prayed all day everyday. They prayed through song...anyway opportunity that they could. She learned how our children, American children, really don't know how good they have it. We complain...yet, we have jobs (or the opportunity to get jobs) and they do not. Denise learned to cherish God's blessings. It was a blessing in itself just to see how others live.
    LA-What was the inspiration behind the name of the company "Diary of Joli"?
    Denise- There are many inspirations behind the name "Diary of Joli'." Denise created the pseudonym to represent her collection as well as her blog, which like a personal diary, divulges the good, the bad and the in-between that comes along with building a clothing line and a brand from the ground up. She documents the steps and pitfalls one must take to make it into the fashion industry. The Diary of Joli' provides a reference for the customer to connect with Denise and a resource for the aspiring designer. "The purpose was to divulge all of my secrets as if I was a ghost writer, writing down all of my thoughts and processes into this Diary. Encouraging people to take the journey with us...to follow along and unlock their style. To grow as we grow. " Denise's creole background, hailing from New Orleans, introduced her to French words and fashion. Joli', meaning pretty in French, is the key word used to represent her fashions. Again, Denise is very much inspired by French fashion...paying homage to fashion greats such as Coco Chanel and Catherine Malandrino. Most importantly, Denise wanted to create a legacy to pass onto her children. Everything that she does is for them. Each day she encourages them to fight and strive for their dreams. It was only fitting that she do the same.
    LA-How would you describe the woman that wears Diary of Joli?
    Denise-The women that wears Joli' is...
    ...confident, chic, fashionable, and edgy.
     A Joli' woman is independent and is always on the move.
    Our collection is geared toward the Jetsetter.
    A socialite that grabs the attention of
    everyone she embarks upon; is the woman Joli' aims to dress.
    Our garments will allow this remarkable well-dressed woman to transition from day to night no
    matter what the occasion.
    If you are not a Jetsetter, wearing a Joli' design will be a great start to looking like one.
    LA-You're an engineer and a designer how do you balance everything? And does it give you some sort of inspiration of what type of clothing to design?
    Denise-I am very lucky to have a supportive family and a dynamic team behind me. That is how I balance it all. Educated in Engineering, yet pursuing a future in fashion only seems to be more frustrating at times. As an engineer, we are taught to draw straight lines; from right to left, and back to front. It is all about schematics. It is often difficult for me to just step back and design... to pull away from the technical, engineering side.
    LA-2010 is said to be your year, if you could see your designs at any one place by the end of the year where would that one place be?
    Denise-2010 is my year! By the end of 2010, I hope to have gotten media attention, and just put the brand "out there." Generating buzz and press are key for any new designer. It is all about making contacts, and this is the most important aspect of what we do on a daily basis. I look forward to completing more celebrity special requests. I have currently completed custom garments for Pocket Honore and Adam Licsko. would have set my foundation and assumed the position of "ready-to-launch." My focus will be on custom pieces and garment placing into boutiques.

    LA-In fashion we all get inspired by many things what is your biggest inspiration?
    Denise-Aside from being inspired to design from watching American Classical Films of the 1920s, I also become completely inspired from my weekly team meetings. After hearing what everyone is working on, and seeing how much my team is invested in my brand, believing in my cause and not just going through the motions, I will stay up all night and sketch.
    LA-What’s coming up for Diary of Joli?
    Denise-In July, Diary of Joli' will travel to New Orleans to participate in an Alberto-Culver Star Event during the Essence Music Festival. The event will be held on Friday, July 2 and Saturday, July 3 and provide celebrity pampering to the clients. We are currently preparing a full-fashion house for this event, and look forward to taking Joli' to the streets for an official Joli' photo shoot in the French Quarter.
    LA-Where can everyone get a hold of Diary of Joli pieces?
    Denise-Currently, Joli' provides custom fitting, styling and designs. Our website is under construction, but will soon launch our online boutique. We are always accessible and open to questions and comments. While we prepare to enter into boutiques Spring 2011, followers can connect with us through various social networking mediums. Please feel free to visit any of the following links, and take the journey with us! Unlock Your Style...Diary of Joli'
    Facebook
    Twitter
    Make sure you check out those links to learn more about Diary of Joli and check out the gallery for more looks from Denise.
    XOXO LAKEITHEA














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    Dr. Romanelli Levi's Collection

     

    Inspiration: Vintage California

    What: California Beach Collection

    WHO: Dr. Romanelli for his Levi's collection!

    Check out Dr. blog for more information

    Pics from: hypebeast.com

     

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    Karl Lagerfeld Short Movie


    Ok this is BEYOND WORDS....Just watch!!!

    XOXO LAKEITHEA
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    Event: Sexy for the Cure

    Get prepared for Nashville's hottest event of the year,Sexy for the Cure!
    If you loved Sex in the City 1, then Sexy for the Cure is the Event to be at.
    Sexy for the Cure surrounds the Sex and the City 2 movie premiere while benefiting Breast Cancer.

    So come out and enjoy a pre-party, pink carpet, movie and after party that you don't want to miss.

    New York meets Nashville chic in Greenhills, May 28th purchase you tickets at SexyfortheCure.eventbrite.com OR by visit www.SexandtheCitynashville.com.

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    Designer Amanda Valentine

    I was putting the final touches on Fab Life: Project Fab and noticed I was missing something, Oh yea Amanda Valentine the amazing designer hailing from Nebraska who is hot on the fashion scene here in Tennessee! From the exchange of many emails due to our hectic schedules we finally found a way to work it out and I’m excited to give Fab Life the lowdown on Amanda Valentine the designer/stylist.

    Lakeithea: Who is Amanda Valentine? Tell Fab Life a little about your style and how you got started designing?

     Amanda:I grew up in Nebraska the youngest of 5 children. My parents are fascinating. The entire time I was growing up my dad traveled for business and he would bring silks back from Hong Kong or Doc Martins from England or dresses from Paris. My mother is an amazing seamstress (and former beauty queen/model) and taught me the art of thrift store shopping at a very young age. That combination had me sewing and creating looks by age 8. I had a Vogue subscription by age 12. I’ve been hooked since then!

    Lakeithea: Tennessee still trying to come up on the fashion scene, what is it like being a local designer?

    Amanda: The beauty of Nashville still growing its fashion industry is we (the participants- designers/stylists/models/promoters, etc) get to decide how to build the framework. There is no blueprint, and that gives us an exciting opportunity to decide how we want to build it! I love that I can be a clothing designer AND a wardrobe stylist, so my roles change with each fashion show, photo shoot or event!

     Lakeithea: What pieces do you offer and where can we buy them?

     Amanda: I’ve been really busy (and lucky to be busy!) with wardrobe styling but I promise to stock my stores soon! I keep accessories at both Nashville Clothing Company locations. I have women’s clothing at Local Honey (12th and Linden) and Feedback Clothing (on Belmont). I also have an online store: avalentine.etsy.com and vintage coming soon to valvintage.etsy.com (be patient I will stock it in the next week or so)!

     Lakeithea: What’s your inspiration for the Spring/Summer designs?

    Amanda: The phrase I came up with is “Flamboyant Mysticism”. It is a reference to ancient cultures rich with spirituality- specifically Ancient Egypt and Mayan societies. But I have transferred their rich ideas and colors and textures through a more stark, modern canvas.

     Lakeithea: I love your dresses they are different what is your concept behind them?

     Amanda: I first started shredding fabric in college. I was trying to figure out a way to manipulate fabrics in a way I had never seen before… And it won me scholarships! Years later I am still developing the technique. It’s definitely my signature look.

    Lakeithea: You were apart of Naked Without Us! Tell us a little more about that and the pieces you showcased.

    Amanda: I’ve been with Naked Without Us since the beginning! It’s so exciting to take a look back at the growth of the event. I showcased a lot of mini dresses and shredded tops and tunics. It’s surprisingly wearable stuff, though not for the shy!

     Lakeithea: You were featured on “Better Nashville” how was that?

    Amanda: It was incredible! The great part about that for me is that I mentioned Goodwill as a place I source materials and was contacted by them! I love that I’m in contact with a company I really respect!

     Lakeithea: What shows can everyone see your work in this Spring/Summer?

     Amanda: Now that Naked Without Us is over this season, I’m preparing for the fall shows! But first I have a show May 20th at Cannery Ballroom called “Fashionology”. This is an AMAZING event that raises supplies, money, and awareness for Nashville Public Schools. I’m thrilled to be a part of it.

    You can check out Amanda Valentine work and get to know her more at her twitter page and on her blog.

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

    By: Lakeithea Anderson

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