Fall 2008 Trends: Bloodsport

August 18th, 2008

Top Row (left to right): Number (N)ine, Yves Saint Laurent, Unconditional, Jil Sander, Ann Demeulemeester
Bottom Row (left to right): Costume National, D&G, Burberry, Filippa K

The Trend: Bloodsport

What: Deep hues of red, burgundy, and purple found in everything from pants to sweaters.

With: Try pairing these pieces with clothes of complimentary colors like gray, brown, burnt orange, and olive green.  For an extra punch, try layering different shades of the same base color.

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Boyd Holbrook in August i-D “Everything Starts with a B”

August 18th, 2008

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Comme des Garçons for H&M Fall 2008

August 18th, 2008

This looks like an excellent collaboration and I would most definitely wear most of this, but I am not willing to throw myself into the midst of chaos just to snag a couple pieces.  Have you seen what the specially selected H&Ms are like the day they release designer collaborations?

Absolutely crazy!  BUT, if someone wanted to pick up a couple pieces on my behalf, I would not be the least bit sad.  On the other hand, I’m just crazy enough to stand in line.

Pictures from Fashionista

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Erik Hart Fall 2008

August 18th, 2008


Erik Hart of Morphine Generation fame has launched his own self-titled line.  Boasting the name,  The Dark Harts, Hart’s first collection caters to the slim silhouette, while sticking to a palette of blacks and grays.

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Jude Law for Dunhill Fall 2008

August 18th, 2008

I can’t get over Jude Law’s new hairline; a present of age.  Every time I see a current picture, I’m still shocked.  Anyways, I like the shades of brown on display here, but am beyond bitter because of the landscape pictured.  I’m over the summer and can’t wait for it to cool down so I can layer heavier and wear boots.

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