God save the Queen

As Fall Fashion Week continues to take no breaks and make no stops, not even for remarkable fashion editors in chiefs, I'm proud to say I'm one step behind the rest of the fashion industry by just having completed London Fashion shows even though the rest are currently halfway through Milan Fashion Week. Here's why. It may be partially because I've been too busy studying though I like to say it is because i'm head over heels about London Fashion Week (LFW). Yeah I said it, I love London the best. There's generally a smaller number of shows compared to the other cities, at least twenty shows with their own theme, energy and originality. I would take quality over quantity any day. I mean come on, would anyone honestly pick All you can eat sushi over an authentic Japanese owned restaurant? I don't think so. LFW is my Japango. A place where dreams come true. It's a place where you gain a sense of propriety after eating 3 pieces of tuna belly for over $20. Much rather it's a magical place where wallets are emptied for the right reasons. Now LFW is exactly the same as Japango only you add a few more zeros to the $20 and you've just gotten yourself something magical from Simone Rocha or J.W Anderson. No difference. As I leave this rant on a joyous note enjoy my personal favourites of LONDON:

1) Richard Nicoll
The man coat not only to be worn by men. Fight the power girl!

2) Assish
Assish are one of those designers you feel instantly drawn to. I truly believe this collection was specifically designed for me and that homeless lady on College St. Oh...

3) Christopher Kane

4) Erdem

5) Osman
Where beauty meets a touch of ugly. Oh how well dance together! They call him Os"man" for a reason. It's obvious. I'm happy now.

6) Simone Rocha
Another balance between the extremes. Girly girl mixed with a touch of androgyny. It's clear this girl is torn between dressing like a proper lady and plopping on her boy clothes to go play in the park with her friends. Have you ever played soccer in a dress?? It's not fun...

7) Marios Schwab

8) Todd Lynn
The new and improved nun collars. Oh so very clever.

9) J.W Anderson
You see this. This right here. J.W Anderson is the epitome of perfection. That is all.

You know the drill. A Milan update will be given shortly sometime during Paris Fashion Week. It only makes sense that way.

Until Next time,

Didi

The Camel Toes

There are billions of shoes worn on this planet everyday. Every pair has a purpose or meaning to the occupant wearing them. They come in variety of forms; high, short, bald and hairy. This list is endless. Believe it or not there are people in this world who are fond believers of the shoe and own a roomful while others cannot see meaning to it and own a single pair. Whether you fall under one category or on the other side of the spectrum or better still you are on middle ground, there is a shoe that generally offends the entire world. I refer to them as the Camel Toes, though they are more famously known as Tabi. It's quite clear why they have inherited such a nickname or if it isn't let's just say you are lucky you've never seen one. Better still the dictionary defines "camel toe" as the forefoot of a camel. Let's just stick with that one.

The point is, the very first time I laid eyes on these beautiful creatures I knew they were meant to be with me. Now, I make it sound as if I have recently purchased the camel toe. For the record I DIDN'T. Doesn't mean a girl can't dream. As they cost as much as a few months rent, I'm sad to say we will never be together. Who said Rom-Coms were sad? This at least is real life.

So long Camel Toes.


Until next time,

Didi

A Bronx Tale

As New York kicks off the month long celebration of fall fashion, it always comes and goes leaving you somewhat fulfilled and satisfied. New York is known for their infamous oodles of noodles of shows compared to the other three fashion capitals. This is good and bad altogether, let me explain. You triumph over the fact that you're one up NYFW by being entirely caught up with all of the shows, then suddenly 20 new shows pop up from thin air. It's frustrating. The upside to this ongoing cycle are the new designers coming into the business. It's always a real treat to see fresh souls breaking through the cracks into the tough industry. The Boy Wonder (a.k.a Wang) had to start from somewhere or "from the bottom". Get it? I'm cool.

By watching all thousands of the New York fashion shows, I've noticed some recurring patterns. Let me break it down. Reeeeeeckkka Reeeeeecccckkka:

Reed Krakoff


1) High boots and knee length skirts gives reason to never shave your legs again. So long Razers!

Derek Lam


2) Frizzy hair. No longer purchasing expensive hair products will leave your wallet plump. Let's face it, beautifully tamed hair was last season.

Rag & Bone

3) As we observe Mini Skirts and Long Jackets exposing the knee high stocking we generally assume working prostitute but if Rag & Bone shows it on the runway, then we must of had it all wrong. Who said mini skirts are only to be worn for clubbing? Add a long magician jacket to the mini skirt look and next thing you know girls will WANT to start wearing pants to the clubs. Wow. The world's balance would finally be restored. 

Prabal Gurung


4) The prosthetic boot is what's popping. I WANT THESE.

Jeremy Laing


5) Homeless chic is right up my alleyway. I need no further clarification.

3.1 Phillip Lim


6) The Tuxedo: Professionalism is in the air. Workwear that is not only be worn at work. Bust this out any day of the week and you'll be the cats pyjamas. Trust me. Or don't. I don't know.

Milly


7) Smurf hats are the real deal this season. If you want to be taken seriously, wear one.

The Row


8) The old chinese lady inside me is extremely happy about this.

Now that we are in Milan Fashion week, it goes without saying that I will complete a London Fashion Week update shortly. Enjoy your wednesday.

Until Next Time,

 Didi

Geisha Girl II: Long lost photos

Hello there ladies and gents. I hope you are having a pleasant reading week thus far. Enjoy it while you can because we all know how it works, it'll fly by within the blink of an eye and in no time we'll be greeted back to school with dozens of midterms and assignments. For the past few days or so I've been hibernating at home catching up with the Fall 2013 fashion shows. I have been flying through NYFW like an energized bunny, watching shows after shows until the burning sensation in my eyes would reach full throttle. Believe it or not the pain makes the shows that much more pleasurable to watch. It's hard to explain. You'll be getting an update on the shows pretty soon though. Get excited!!

In the meantime I would love to share a few photos I took a while back. Way back. Back into time. Very vague no? If I were a general reader like yourself, by now I'd wonder how old is she talking? my bald self at 9 months? or maybe my chubby 10 yr old self with tight corn roll and a b-ball jersey? Sadly, both happen to be true. My ability to take clear pictures let alone attend a real runway show unfortunately are not. Tough break.

Here's what you've been waiting for; my pictures are not too old or embarrassing for that matter. They were snapped last month when snow storms were merely a thought. With every outfit comes some sort of inspiration, that being on the runway or seen on the street, and today or more accurately last month Dries Van Noten played a large part in the outfit. Their spring 2013 collection was one of the few notable show that just stuck with you. For their print clashing, fuchsia lips and Japanese kimonos I say wow. It just works.

It's without question that my kimono isn't the "real deal" but then again Dries Van Noten didn't invent the Kimono. Really. All they simply did was embellish their silky flowing robes with vibrant floral embroidery and colours. That simple. So blatantly simple. Uhhhggggghhh.. Real or not, I want one of theirs. What are they waiting for? Give me one already. Until then mine will do.                                                                                                                                  

Kimono- Second Hand; Shirt- Second Hand; Pants- H&M; Hat- Big it up; Shoes- Aldo

Until next time,

Didi