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"Product" Photo Essay: Inspiration Bleeds from Twilight

August 04, 2009

Above are products either actually related to the Twilight film(s) and novels, items that might appeal to fans, similar items from inspired products, or merely seemingly-unrelated wares that have become all-too related. (Including that sports fan t-shirt ["Team", geti t?].)

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For more on the inspiration of this post, and how I gathered the theme to find these goods, read my article "Twilight Apparel a la Nordstrom more Teenybopper than Vampire".

New Quirky Limited Line from Forever 21: Twist presents Cirque 21 - What to Buy, How to Wear

July 30, 2009
(These are not necessarily the items going in my "bag" - no stealing, natch. ;-))
FOREVER 21 TWIST presents CIRQUE 21


FOREVER 21 TWIST presents CIRQUE 21

I'm confused. There are too many names n there. Maybe I'm just too tired.

But the story is: trendy discount fashion shop, Forever21, debuted a new collection yesterday. It's apparently limited, but perhaps that's a good thing, since the styles are pretty quirky. But actually, a big part of me loves a lot of this stuff.

Perhaps a response to crazy rock star style. With its multiple names, that's certainly fitting. (Is this 80s junctioned-a-posed-with petticoats "rock" style in now? I must be so naturally trendy as I've been feeling it for a while for sure, not to "Lady" GaGa extremes, but something much more like this Forever21 range, what kismet.) Like the ballet-inspired skirts and fingerless gloves my imaginary-rockstar-alter-ego would love for the stage. But since I'm in fashion, and want to dress for these jobs I want, how to fit the zanier pieces into my (or your) style?

To be fair, a lot of these items - on their own - are the ever present taste-of-fashionista always at Forever 21 - but some others, need some working into our wardrobe.

What we should do is pick and choose, when in real life. And not just by putting only 1 piece in 1 ensemble, but shop scrutinously and think things over before you press that final purchase button. So recessionista, too.

And it's the affordability of Forever 21! So for that and the exclusive, limited quantities - don't forget that! - I think I must go for it!

Not to be impulsive, but I think some of this is just a fun part of me that I could otherwise just skip and personally I don't want to miss out on broadening to all of my fantasy styles. Also since I might be impuslive often, and I am so tired, too much to use that discerning shopping eye, I will sleep on it.

Actually due to the recession, I should wait 'til my next paycheck tomorrow (and not just after nap) in order to fill my cart up right. I hope quantities last! (What? Some things are unavailable already. Actually, even yeterday. Eep!)

Or maybe I'm crazy and will wake up - saner with clearer eyes. Hm.*

*I drafted parts of this yesterday. And the stuff's even cuter today! Oh and I need a lot more from the rest of the Forever 21 range. Budget-planning time!

& Now the Liquid Swimsuit, Fitting! in 2 Ways

June 12, 2009

Something Black Gloss One-piece

$122.00 by Something at Revolve Clothing

From liquid leggings to liquid other things; and here's a "liquid" swim suit. That leather-look is really man-made fabrics, so yes, it can be worn in that other liquid, water. More like a nylon, it also won't get so scorching in the sun. Yes thank goodness there are no swimsuits of leather, right?

Um, well in our crazy world, I must ask & hope I'm right.

Anyway, such a wacked out piece of apparel as a leather bathing suit wouldn't go for the relatively reasonable price of $122 ... and no one would buy it for swimming anyway, so it would be a manufacturing budget drain.

Looking at this material, I'm still thinking the worst thing that could be made "into" liquid would be some baggy parka. Garbage bag anyone? Well, no one likes parkas anyway, so I guess we're safe. Even though it could be made out of similar material to this one-piece for water-resistance. Just don't do it!

A human wearing a garbage bag, how silly. ... Oh yeah I forgot. It was done in the 90s. Never again, I command! If one must liquid, one must fit it. (Good rule?)

What a world, what a world. Our sense is melting like the polar ice caps.

Errm, happy Summer?

Neil Patrick Harris Wore Liquid Suit to Host Tony's

June 08, 2009

All you fashionistas know about liquid leggings, and possibly liquid other things. But now the "trend" is branching out to men, or at least gay men ... or at least gay men at the Tony Awards, which is of course different from real straight men life, but anyway.

Photo: Socialite Life

Neil Patrick Harris hosted the Tony Awards in a black "liquid" suit. (No wardrobe change, either, hmm. Budget!)

So what do you think of this look?

Trend Report: It's HIP, it's In: Curvy Dresses.

May 08, 2009

It's an ever-ultra-fashionista feminine look that returns time after time, and right now it's looking especially hot on celebrities. Not overdone right now, it's much done subtly. It's even made for the masses through trendy Forever 21. As a regular gal---would you dare to try to pull it off?

Dominant Trend from the CIG 2009: Pants/Body Suits

May 08, 2009

Masculine or still-femme-infused and mostly black all over---pants suits and body suits were themselves quite covering the Costume Institute Gala red carpet. We're still not convinced this looks so great most of the time, but with what we spot we definitely think the trend's got a "leggings"-up on Hollywood and fashion stars.

Bag Trend Going Strong: Zippers Up!

April 29, 2009


--- Some of the best of the trend attempts.

[ Dress ] of the Moment
Redux Rosette One-Shoulder

April 28, 2009
One-shoulder numbers are hot and you know rosettes are huge. And this fabulous couture dress puts them both together with flair.

Look Out: Jimmy Choo's Bangle-in' Shoulder Bags

April 13, 2009
What could be a huge trend, bangle-strapped handbags, is alllllll Jimmy Choo bay-bay!

Not just for shoe fiends anymo'! For sure, they're a shoo-in for a top purse designer.

Shoe Look Out: Perforated Boots "Cool" for Spring

April 10, 2009
Life & Style Magazine
Perforated boots are great for Spring because they let your feet air out a little more. Or do they, and are they? It's a smart idea, but don't wear these in the rain!

Are they cute?
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