Rising Trend: Quirky Statement Clutches.

Now that Paris Fashion Week is over, it's safe to say I noticed a few things: metallics, tennis shoes, and a new trend of quirky statement clutches. About 2 months ago, I decided that spray painting my clutch would create a bold, new look. Apparently I wasn't the only one, with Karen Walker, Kenzo, Chanel, and Kate Spade all featuring bold statement clutches with witty phrases on the 2014 runway.

Chanel's Supermarket Runway Show for Paris Fashion Week.

No, this isn't a paparazzi snapshot of Karl Lagerfeld and Cara shopping at Krogers, it's Chanel at Paris Fashion Week. Chanel's F/W 2014 fashion show was amazing and most definitely out of the ordinary. They framed today's show as if they were shopping at the grocery store.  This must be what a rich person's Supermarket Sweep looks like.

Jeremy Scott's Plagiarism Allegation from Santa Cruz Skateboards.

Did you guys catch Jeremy Scott's F/W 2013 runway show at NYFW? (If not, I've got the highlights here.) Well Scott is in boiling hot water over the bold cartoony graphics on many of his designs. Looks like a cool original idea right? Not even a little bit.

Seems that his inspiration comes directly from Jim Phillips, a iconic artist whose work appears on many boards from California skateboard company: Santa Cruz Skateboards. It is ridiculously similar and despite statements from Santa Cruz and skateboard fans, Jeremy Scott has yet to release any statements or even give a notion that he recognizes the similarity. I think it looks even snakier that he hasn't responded to the plagiarism allegations seeing as though it looks like a direct copy.

So what do you think? It is a freaky coincidence or a straight up jock?
Keep in mind, this isn't his first plagiarism allegation...

Rihanna for River Island Debuts at London Fashion Week.

London Fashion Week popped off, and Rihanna subsequently p-popped in delight due to her debut Rihanna x River Island collection with co-designer Adam Selman. She was reportedly a hour late to her 10 minute show, which has given some fashion folks the salty face. People were trying to say "What do you expect? It's Rihanna" and what not, BUT honestly being young or raunchy does not excuse professionalism. Don't give people a reason to hate, especially when you work is good. Surprise some folks and be on your A-Game with the business, and party hard during your free time. But I digress.....

The collection was actually pretty cool though, brought out to a soundtrack of "Clique", "Fucking Problems" and "Fresh Off the Runway." It was simple, but effective. Of course it wasn't going to be the most high fashion thing you've ever witnessed in life, but it was fun and pretty fly, and I, my friend, can not be mad at it.  Very Rihanna and adorable.

Extra high splits, denim on denim, bra tops, and etc. I have to say that I liked it. The pieces were really simple, but swaggy, with backwards baseball caps, bandanas, and shirts tied at the waist here and there. Not typical things you'd expect from a runway show, but hey, it's her first line. We'll expect more next time.

Watch her show here.

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Jeremy Scott: F/W 2013.

"Adults Suck, Then You Are One"

Leopard pants, creepers, monster sweaters, fur, and camo.

Crazy ass Jeremy Scott hit up NYFW to debut his Fall/ Winter 2013 collection. Cara Delevinge opened the show, and from there it was naturally super bright and dramatic with bold prints and graphics. He has this print with tons of monsters, different faces and mouths that was pretty fun, and tall furry thigh-high boots and wild jackets. Barrels of fur...it got a little ridiculous in there if you ask me, but it's Jeremy Scott. I kid you not, there was a yellow Yeti that closed out the show....fucking kid you not.

The show was 90s grungy, a bit skater, and just funky. One of my favorite pieces were the high-waisted plaid pants. They had a really good shape and flow. And I love all the graphics; instant statement pieces and that's never a bad thing. You will automatically know when anyone is wearing Jeremy Scott.

Several hip-hop artists were in the building like A$AP Rocky, Waka Flocka, and Big Sean. Everyone's favorite photog Terry Richardson snapped a few pics of them at the show:

Watch the runway show here.

And see photos from the runway below:

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Diane Von Furstenberg: RTW Fall 2013

Diane, my belle. Why must you make me so happy? I love this collection. Love the colors, love the fur, love the motha freaking 70s vibe in the building. The jumpsuits and pantsuits, and all that fuscia and red is too glamorous for me! I love it because it feels fun, free, and empowering.

There is plenty of metallic, which has been a frequent trend, but she's bold in her color choices. Vivid pantsuits, bold patterns, and flowing dresses. I also like the bright lips....nothing better than a good lip.

Watch the full runway show here.

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Alexander Wang: RTW Fall 2013.

The always adorable Alexander Wang showed his Ready-to-Wear Fall 2013 collection last week during NYFW. It was a pretty much colorless collection, with mainly black, white, and grey. I feel like he was really excited about furry, flannely things while creating this collection.

Pretty sure this is his first runway debut as Creative Director for Balenciaga. Not sure how I feel about the line though. Some of the pieces are great, like the metallicy see through top below, and the interesting all grey sweat suit, but the furry arm things? What is that? I liked most of the pieces as separates but I couldn't wear many of the things the way Wang paired them on the runway. The shoes are quite interesting though.

What do you think?

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Timo Weiland: RTW Fall 2013.

Timo Weiland's runway show for NY Fashion Week was earlier today. I watched it live and it was pretty enjoyable. The main colors of the show were black and white, pops of vibrant red and army green, and oxblood. Yes, oxblood will be back in action in F/W 2013 as well.

I like the oxblood and grey striped crisscross dress. And the army green sweatshirt (which you can see below) with the large cow print is quite adorable. I spot a trend with that cow print...Givenchy also used the cow print in their F/W 2013 collection.

My favorite outfit, by far, is the gorgeous green dress with the thigh high black boots. When she came-a-walking, a young sir like myself was quite happy. It is so my style. Dresses all around were great though.

Oh and sidenote, the DJ/Emcee was getting hella crunk randomly on the sideline. Did anybody else notice her? Anddd why is Timo so adorable with his broken arm and extra curly hair?

Peep highlights from today's show below:

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BCBG Max Azria Fall 2013.

I loved literally EVERYTHING about this show. The models were all gorgeous and the clothes....oy vey! I loved the beanies. They make the look so youthful and modern and hip. Bravo.

There were beanies for every single model in black, grey, and tan. The main shoe/boot was absolutely fabulous. If I owned that shoe, I'd probably never take it off. I'd wear it to work, the grocery store, while doing the dishes, hell I'd wear them to bed. It looks like a traditional black stiletto fused with a thigh high black leather boot that zips down the side. There's also an oxblood version.

Spring Trends: Black and White.

Black and white dominated the Spring/Summer 2013 runways. From Alexander Wang, Marc Jacobs, Balmain, and Versace, spring has sprung, and with loads of black and white. I can be chic to wear only black and white, but if you add a punch of color or a floral pattern, it can refresh the look. Balmain is clearly a fan, from the pieces above; many of which are sold out. I couldn't exclude the Versace dress in the middle because it has black and white in fun stripes and geometric patterns, but keeps it young and fun, with the punches of neon green and pink flowers. How will you rock your black and white this Spring?

Jill Sander's Spring 2012 Veil Beanie.

A black beanie with a veil? Oh yal got to be kidding me. (I'm in love)

The hat above is a veil/beanie mash-up from Jill Sander's Spring 2012 runway. (Yea I'm late, but dammit I don't care.) The Stephen Jones designed beanie is filled with all the fabulous glory.

I love the idea of blending the hat and veil together because it gives such an edgy girly vibe. The look is finished with sparkly earrings and hair pulled back in a pretty elegant way. And I like how they kept the make-up simple. Nude lips, black liner, a little pink blush, and mascara. Let the veil do all the talking. I like your style girlfriend.

Basso and Brooke Caps x Satchels.

Swan Lake Cap

Basso and Brooke  in the house! The London based printing company has produced 50 limited edition printed caps. Lots of flair and different designs. These are a few of my personal favorites, but there are so many more to choose from.

And not they teamed up with the Cambridge Satchel Company?! They make some of the dopest satchels and it seems like everybody is trying to get a collab in with them. Look at these beauties for the F/W 12 capsule collection.

Check out the hats plus their satchel collaboration with Cambridge Satchel Co. below:

Kitsune Cap

Not Wool Cap

New Flora Cap

Koi Cap

Tokyo Cap

There are so many other goodies on their site, like their dope sweatshirt collection, Coca-Cola, and really any of their other special projects.

Shit's legit.
We'll holla.