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"Product" Photo Essay: Inspiration Bleeds from Twilight

Ella M — Tue, 04 Aug 2009 13:26:08 EDT

Bb Dakota Twilight Bella Jacket - Sold Out	Luna Twilight DuWop Lip Venom® - Sold Out
Kiss Of The Vampire Tee - Sold Out	Gossip Girl tee - Sold Out
Transformers - Women's Team Decepticon Baseball Tee - Sold Out	Ruffle Lace Fingerless Glove - Sold Out
Vampire Love - Sold Out	G-Stud Black - Sold Out
Edun Comet T-Shirt - Sold Out	King Baby Studio Gothic Cross w/Crowned Leverback Earrings - Sold Out
Bobbi Brown Shimmer Brick for Body - Sold Out	Candela Victorian Jacket - Sold Out
Lace Sleeve Corset Top - Sold Out	Black Lace Detail Corset Stretch Belt - Sold Out
Wildfox Vampire Love Baggy Beach Jumper - $108.00	Chrishabana Spike Aloha Lei - Sold Out
Horace Black Leather Vest Tank - Sold Out	Carolina Amato REVOLVE EXCLUSIVE French Lace Nylon Glove - Sold Out
Laced Corset Belt - Sold Out	Foley and Corinna Victorian Jacket - Sold Out
Aurelie Bidermann Small Vintage Lace Cuff - Sold Out	G-Stud Teal Fabric - Sold Out
Ruffle Lace Corset - Sold Out	Plain White Tees Tee - Sold Out
10k Gold 1/4-Ct. T.w. Diamond Gothic Cross Pendant - Sold Out	ELIZABETH AND JAMES corset top - Sold Out
Plaid Lace Corset - Sold Out	Lady Liberty Bustier - Sold Out
Lace Corset - Sold Out	Pippo Perez White Gold Gothic Cross with Black Diamonds on Nylon Cord Bracelet - Sold Out
Love Couture Goth Burnout Banded Waist Tee in White - Sold Out	Black Twilight Edward and Bella Tee - Sold Out
Benefit Cosmetics Moon Beam - $26.00	Chrissy Sublimation Tee - Sold Out
Diana Heimann 'Gothic' Earrings - Sold Out	Majestic® Boston Red Sox Tee - Sold Out
Trixxi Mock-Layer Plaid Top - Sold Out	Alexander McQueen Skull Box Clutch 208024F14HR - Sold Out

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

Ella M — Thu, 30 Jul 2009 15:12:27 EDT

(These are not necessarily the items going in my "bag" - no stealing, natch. ;-))

Mesh Ankle Bow Tunic $12

Basic Nylon Knee High Socks $1.99

Rose Polka Dot Top $19

Ruffled Tulle Petticoat $22

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

Ella M — Fri, 12 Jun 2009 15:57:56 EDT

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

Ella M — Mon, 08 Jun 2009 17:50:04 EDT

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.

Ella M — Fri, 08 May 2009 12:00:00 EDT

Emma Roberts in Aterlier Versace

Stella McCartney Organic Seamed Shift Dress - Plaster $1095 - Barneys New York

Strapless Plaid Dress $22 - Forever 21

Oscar de la Renta Embroidered Bouclé Dress $3290 - Saks Fifth Avenue

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

Ella M — Fri, 08 May 2009 01:43:03 EDT

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!

Ella M — Wed, 29 Apr 2009 08:31:15 EDT

Candie's® Zipper Clutch $48 - Kohl's

Christian Louboutin Zip-Detail Clutch $1295 - Neiman Marcus

Jimmy Choo Mona Calf Leather & Suede Tote $1995 - Saks Fifth Avenue

Chloé 'Andy' Satchel $1795 - Nordstrom

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

[ Dress ] of the Moment
Redux Rosette One-Shoulder

Ella M — Tue, 28 Apr 2009 08:39:50 EDT

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

Redux Charles Chang-lima Silk Rosette Dress $1725 - Bergdorf Goodman

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

Ella M — Mon, 13 Apr 2009 14:00:36 EDT

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

Ella M — Fri, 10 Apr 2009 15:08:51 EDT

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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