Category Archives: Fashion

Tysa Trunk Show at Broken English!

Broken English

Fashion Icon of the week: Romy Schneider in Sissi!

romy_schneiderHeadShotI first became a fan of Romy Schneider when I saw her in Woody Allen’s What’s New Pussycat? Surrounded by an array of fabulously beautiful women–Ursula Andress, Capucine, Paula Prentiss–I watched Schneider and Peter O’Toole tear through the countryside in go-carts, shimmy like eels in French nightclubs, and play “Foreign Movie Time” in the shower. (Could someone please tell me what “Foreign Movie Time is?) The film is dated and bizarre, but charming.

romy-schneider-as-sissiThanks to Netflix Instant, I recently watched Schneider’s breakout film, the German-language Sissi. It’s a classic that’s played every Christmas in Austria. The fashion in the film puts “Gone With The Wind” to shame; it embodies a glamorous mix of 50s fashion and period costume. Even on film, you can see the quality of the fabric. One of my pet peeves is that many of today’s period films use  cheap textiles that create a theatrical quality.

Schneider was only 16 when she played the role of  Princess Elisabeth of Bavaria, eventual Empress of Austria and Queen of Hungary and Bohemia, and she’s as pure and airy as the driven snow in the film.

SissiElisabethThe real-life empress was also something of a fashion hound, reportedly traveling the world (Madeira, Hungary, England, Corfu, Egypt, etc.) and shopping relentlessly. She often stopped at the famous Hungarian boutique, Antal Alter, which was popular in the 19th-century.

I’ve tried to find a few clips from Sissi to share, but I’m unable to locate one with English subtitles. Instead I’ve included a German clip and another in Italian to satisfy the germanic and the latinate palates.

Enjoy!

In Italian:

In German:

Isabel Lu Sample Sale!

Isabel Lu Sample Sale!

Ski Chic

I know that these designs are a little bit old, but I still think that Pucci’s take on ski apparel is fantastic. I would love to rocket down the slopes in one of these killer outfits. Emilio Pucci and Rossignol Sketch

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A lovely line repped by my friend Henri!

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www.lunalba.com

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Sales this week: Online, Los Angeles and San Francisco

Sales this week 12/01-12/07:

ONLINE:

• Net-a-Porter.com’s holiday sale features fall fashions from Chloé, Fendi, Miu Miu, Marc Jacobs, Jimmy Choo, and more up to 50 percent off. Ongoing.

* Blue Mercury: free standard shipping on all orders of $100 or more
Enter source code “HOLIDAY08″ in the source code field at checkout. Offer expires 12/14/08.

LOS ANGELES:

12/4/2008

When: Thursday, December 4th 6 -8pm

Where: bliss los angeles (930 Hilgard Avenue, 2nd Floor)

What: 20% off bliss products, customized skin consultations, hand & arm massages all while enjoying some bubbly and brownies.

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12/4/2008
Royal Underground Sample Sale
Noon to 7 p.m.
15 Corporate Plaza, Suite 200 (Second Floor)
Newport Beach, CA

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12/04/2008-12/-6/2008

Event: Subtle Tones Warehouse Sale – Up To 75% Off
Indulge without the guilt at this sale. Treat yourself to luxury cashmere sweaters, glam shoes, eco fashion, comfy loungewear, and PJs from $10-$80. Find labels like Glam Vintage Souls, Eco Lux, Loungerie, Subtle Luxury, and more.
Receive a 5% discount if you pay with cash. All sales final! The first 100 customers from Top Button will receive a free gift with purchase.
Event Times:
Fri-Sat 10am-5pm
Location:
660 Maple Ave.
Torrance, CA 90503
(310) 328-0408 118

12/4/2008-12/7/2008

Brentwood Country Mart Sale: 20%-40% off select items

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12/4/2008

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12/06/08

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12/06/2008-12/07/2008

Mon Petit Oiseau Sample Sale
Mon Petit Oiseau is opening their doors to host an extraordinary sample sale. There will be thousands of first quality samples perfect for holiday shopping or for a special treat for youself! Discover sweet and delicate frocks, holiday dresses, winter coats, sweaters, shorts, short-sleeved tops, and three-quartered sleeved t-shirts.
Please visit monpetitoiseau.com to view the collections.
Event Times: Sat-Sun 10am-4pm
Location:
6687 Flotilla Street
Los Angeles, CA 90004
(323) 727-2005

12/06/2008-12/07/2008

The Shopaholic Girls Sample Sale In Pasadena

The holidays are here! The Shopaholic Girls are once again bringing you loads of high-end clothes, shoes, and accessories for those who love designer labels at below wholesale prices. At 50-90% off retail, it’s the perfect time to purchase luxury designer labels for yourself and gifts for those you love. There will be gorgeous samples and overstock from high-end labels including Black Halo, BCBG Max Azria, T Luxury, Mynx, T-Bags, Jenny Han, Young Fabulous & Broke, Bread & Butter, and For Joseph! Also, find beautiful cashmere sweaters and fabulous leather belts & purses.

Buy five items and you will receive a free t-shirt while supplies last. For more information visit shopaholicsamplesales.com.
Event Times: Sat-Sun 10am-7pm
Location: 300 E. Green Street
Pasadena Convention Center
Suite 211
Pasadena, CA 91101
Payment Types:Cash ONLY

12/07/2008

Miss Me Warehouse Sample Sale
Join Miss Me, MM Couture, Mek Denim, Sang Real Jeans, and Rock Revival Jeans for their huge holiday warehouse sample sale. Select from hundreds of styles including men’s and women’s premium denim, women’s contemporary, and girls (ages 7-14). You will also find casual wear for all. Get 40-80% off retail and save! Dressing Rooms Available.
Located in Downtown Los Angeles. Enter the driveway that says 4811 and go all the way to the back. For more information, go to missme.com.
Event Times: Sun 9am-6pm
Location:
4715 South Alameda Street
Los Angeles, CA 90058
(323) 235-7351

12/07/2008-12/09/2008

A season to Save. To Give. To Get Pampered.
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Back by popular demand, Rich Lil Pishers is holding its doors open for 2 days to celebrate the Holiday Season!   December 8th and 9th at The Mark 9320 Pico Blvd (just east of Beverly Drive).  $25 Tickets available at www.richlilpishers.com ($35 at the door).  Proceeds of ticket sales go to benefit Variety – The Children’s Charity.  Come shop your favorite designer baby and kids and tween lines and save as much as 70% off retail prices while getting your holiday look from the best in beauty FREE with paid admission.

ORANGE COUNTY

None this week!

SAN FRANCISCO

ONGOING

San Francisco Burke Williams (Through 1/01/09)
The Weekday Vacation Club is a luxurious, beneficial, daily escape any Monday – Thursday.

For only $79 you receive your choice of one Pure Relaxation Massage or Spa Style Facial ($105 value/$120 value in San Francisco & Danville) followed by a full year enjoying 20% discounts off all full-price treatments and products.

Contact: Terry Shofron
TerryS@burkewilliamsspa.com
1.8666.239.6635 ext. 2740

Also, receive a 10% discount using the promo code: GenArtTS Simply go to www.burkewilliamsspa.com and go to purchase gift card and enter your promotional code. This will offer will be good until the end of the year.

11/17/2008-12/15/2008

Doe – Prairie Underground, Woo, & She-Bible

Doe SF has just recieved a massive shipment of eco-friendly merchandise! New arrivals include hoodies, blouses, tunics, and dresses from names like Prairie Underground, Woo, & She-Bible. Also, find recent additions to housewares like frames from Umbra.

Shop local and support cute girls!

Mon-Sat 12pm-7pm
Sun 12pm-6pm
629a Haight St
San Francisco, CA 94117
(415) 558-8588
Cash / Charge

Bad Swedish Fashion From The 70s

These Swedish dance bands crystallize everything that’s wrong with 70s fashion.

(Pics courtesy of Yemii. Commentary courtesy of Stylechica).

Please don't let puffed sleeves for men come back in fashion.

Please don't let puffed sleeves for men come back in fashion. Please.

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Bedspreads also make interesting shirts.

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Military chic? Not so much.

This is probably not what Alexander McQueen had in mind.

This is probably not what Alexander McQueen had in mind.

Just A Simple Question…Is Brody Jenner a T-shirt?

"Polo" or "Nautica" would work just as well.

"Polo" or "Nautica" would work just as well here.

Does anyone else find this disturbing?

Sales This Week: Online, Los Angeles, Orange County and San Francisco

Sales this week 11/17-11/24:

ONLINE:

• Kenzo fragrances, skincare, and bodycare products are 20 percent off during their friends and family Online sale. Shop at kenzousa.com with the code 08FAMILY. Through 11/24.

Christian Lacroix tops start at $250 and pants start at $190 during Editor’s Closet’s Online sale. If you’re not a member, click here. Plus, use the coupon code “NYMAGCL” and receive a $50 credit. Through 11/19.

botanistjpeg*Botanist eco-friendly benches and nesting tables raise funds and awareness for charitable organizations worldwide.
Save 20% – Order online by Dec 1st
Enter code: BOTDEC1
www.orange22.com

LOS ANGELES:

11/20/08-11/21/08

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Traffic

The famous high end boutique, TRAFFIC, is having their winter sale at their Beverly Center and Sunset Plaza locations. Find labels like, Paul Smith, Vivienne Westwood, Kooba Bags, See by Chloe, Twelfth Street by Cynthia Vincent, Philosophy, 3.1, Alexander Wang, Rozae Nichols, Mike & Chris, Ella Moss, Issa London, Paige Jeans, Citizens of Humanity, Anlo, and many more all at up to 60% off. (Beverly Center)
Mon-Fri 10am-9pm
Sat 10am-8pm
Sun 11am-6pm
Location: 8620 Sunset Blvd
(Sunset Plaza)
West Hollywood, CA 90069
(310) 657-5469

8500 Beverly Blvd.
(Beverly Center)
6th Floor
Los Angeles, CA 90048
(310) 659-3438

11/22

Laurie Frank’s Holiday Bazaar

Laurie Frank, of the gallery Frank Pictures at the Bergamot complex in Santa Monica, will host her first Holiday Bazaar on Saturday November 22 from 1:30 to 6:30.

The vendors include:

I Profumi di Firenze – 16th century fragrances handmade with all-natural ingredients from Florence, Italy

Om Living Home and Clothing from India

Nathalie Seaver Jewelry Delicate and timeless cocktail rings, earrings and necklaces

PricillaWoolworth.com An eco General Store from the scion of the family that created the concept

Room 222 Stylists and designers best kept secret for tightly edited vintage clothing and accessories

Tysa Designs Quintessential California chic meant to be dressed up or down

Frank Pictures Gallery
Bergamot Station GALLERY A-5
2525 Michigan Avenue
Santa Monica, CA 90404
Gallery phone: 310-828-0211
www.frankpicturesgallery.com

ORANGE COUNTY

11/22-11/23

TWS-Citizens Of Humanity Sample Sale

For two days only, shop the first ever Citizens of Humanity Sample Sale in Orange County. Find more than 15,000 items for both gals and guys. Save up to 80% off on denims, tops, jackets, maternity jeans, and more. All sizes on first quality excess inventories, samples, and, irregulars. Community dressing room available.

To RSVP go to www.thewarehousesale.com

San Francisco

11/22/2008

FabFashionista – BCBG & Ellas Moss Sample Sale

Shop over 2,000 dresses, tops, hoodies, bags, and more from your favorite designers such as BCBG, Ella Moss, and Splendid. Find all sizes 0-12, in most styles, including fabulous cocktail dresses. Get some retail therapy for one day only and receive up to 70% off everything!

At Marina Boulevard and Buchanan Street
Fort Mason Center
Building A (Golden Gate Room)
San Francisco, CA 94123

Bloomingdale’s – Holiday 2008 Fragrance Fair 11/21-11/22

Don’t miss this fragrance event at Bloomingdale’s, where you sniff and sample to your heart’s content. Expect giveaways, bottle engraving, expert advice, and lots and lots of powerful scents! Spend $100 or more in fragrance and you’ll score a Bloomingdale’s umbrella as a gift (while supplies last).
By appointment
845 Market Street
Bloomingdale’s
San Francisco, CA 94103
(415) 856-5759

LA and SF

From Kalla: Brit designer Karen Millen at 8500 Beverly Blvd in LA and 845 Market in San Francisco is also on sale! Various items up to 70% off, plus 25% off all full price coats and knitwear for the next week.

New Fashion Mentors at the Otis College of Art and Design

sternbergotis1Junior and senior students at the Otis College of Art and Design get advice and mentorship this year from Scott Sternberg of Band of Outsiders, Mark Badgley and James Mischka
of Badgley Mischka, Monique Lhuillier, Natalie Chanin for Alabama Chanin,
Liliana Casabal for Morgane Le Fay, and Max Azria for BCBG Max Azria.  The
Junior class will work under the direction of Todd Oldham, Patricia Marquis
for Cosabella, David Meister, swimwear designer Rod Beattie for La Blanca,
and top designers at Anthropologie (with Cotton Inc.), Ed Hardy Swimwear, and Hurley.

The students receive a design direction from their mentors. For example, designers from Ed Hardy Swimwear gave 15 members of the Otis Fashion junior class the following design direction:

For Spring/Summer 2009/2010, take inspiration from the Golden Age of comic books and design a “biomorphic” swimwear line – for men and women– that is both edgy and  glamorous.  Think Superheroes.  Consider the musculature of the body.  And integrate and manipulate Ed Hardy’s signature “tattoo art” into a sensation of motion and movement.

As they create their chosen ensemble, the students will get feedback from the faculty at the college and also from their mentor. You can see the students’ designs at Otis’ end of the year gala in late April or early May!

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