these vagabond shoes are longing to stray

i want these jeans.

i imagine them paired with flats and burnout tees, spindly heels and the ysl sweater; a considerably stylish substitution for the the overplayed everyday skinny jean.

so, to recap:
they're completely ecologically friendly.

they're gorgeous.
the founder (bob bak) has had a hand in creating chanel denim.

buy them.

x.

jessica

with fake eyelashes that she flashes.

denim cutoffs: practically the only garment i wear religiously throughout the hazy summer days. although a grungy piece by nature, they've grown undeniably versatile as they can be teamed with anything from filmy tees to structured jackets. ashley olsen and erin wasson are fans of the casual side of the shorts, while the s/s 08 runway at alexander wang demonstrated the more dressed-up version of the staple. fortunately for us common folk, this ideal item is not only achievable with an olsen's budget. due to the roughed up and dirty vibe of the shorts, tailoring and fabric is irrelevant, therefore making the accessibility of the shorts that much easier. though brands like siwy and citizens of humanity do offer amazing options, so does the goodwill. so go ahead rip up your jeans - or your mom's - and enjoy summer as much as you possibly can. it doesn't last long anyways, and who wants to waste the time struggling with clothes ?

x.

jessica

the drinks we drank last night.

alber elbaz is the jolliest little man in fashion. friendly, warm, and never without a smile, one might assume that he doesn't befit the elitist and bloodthirsty standards of the fashion terrain.

and you would be right; elbaz doesn't fit in.

his designs are unparalleled and original, like nothing we've seen before. he refuses to fall into the shadows and create pieces that feel so 'been there done that'. the result is a mélée of feminine and androgynous characteristics, always striking the ideal balance. the expertly chosen fabrics are intricately folded and draped in order to produce la crème de la crème, and nothing less. drench the clothing in jewel tones and gorgeously rich hues, and voila, you've got yourself a lanvin collection worthy of tremendous admiration.
not to mention his personal attire. as the saying goes, 'the clothes make the man'. in his case, alber's jovial uniform consisting of a suit with a distinctive bow tie adorning his neck reveals beaming individuality and touch of humour. so unmistakably elbaz.
any man with such determination and undeniable talent as mr. elbaz is in my good books.
so naturally when i discovered that a denim line between elbaz and acne jeans was in the works, i was intrigued, to say the least. acne jeans are renowned for their simple and effortless aesthetic, and to inject lanvin's luxury into it could potentially prove triumphant. "it's time to go back to a product that has a dream to it" says elbaz. i suspect beautiful and comfortable jeans, nothing too strict or blatantly sexual. highwaists, vintage washes and loose legs; perhaps even a bow or two. remind yourselves (as i often must) that denim is not limited to jeans, and that elbaz might even design a jacket or a skirt.
we can only imagine what wonders he will fabricate.

the downfall is that the jeans will cost you around the same price as lanvin pret-a-porter. but if you've got the money to burn, you'll be able to get your hands on the goods come 2009.
and really, there isn't much of a question as to their impending success, is there ?

x.

jessica

beamers & impalas.

the brand spankin' new denim;





they're kind of an extreme wash, but they make my legs look long, so no harm in that, right?

zoë.

market your pills away.

i have my very own pair of seven for all mankind jeans. they were a gift from my cousin & they fit to a tee. luxury denim really does have its benefits: the fit, the wash, the elasticity, the comfort. all in one pair of blue jeans.

anyways, expect pictures soon, they're already taken, they're just residing in my camera for the moment, but uploads are upcoming.

and before i go, my dream summer hair;


i just have to figure out how to do it, & how to make it stay in place. trust me, not an easy feat.

zoë.

mixed emotion, fixed devotion.

We've got ourselves in quite the predicament. While wide-leg jeans are totally 'in' right now, skinny jeans have yet to lose their appeal, and so a teeny tiny fashion dillema ensues - which are better? I'm not convinced that wide-leg trouser jeans are appropriate for everyone, I mean, they're a trend like any other but would they really work for some sixteen year old perusing sale racks at her local thrift store with a choppy haircut & a penchant for house music? I think not. Instead, that's where the skinnies come in, to save us all from looking like a cross between a seventies hippie & Mischa Barton. Which are pretty much the equivalent, but still. What I'm getting at, is although either style doesn't work on everybody, is there one that's just a tad more appropriate for life itself? Because sometimes we all feel like wearing shoes à la Dita von Teese & red lipstick, although our sourpuss neighbour may not approve of taking out the trash in such a daring outfit.



The fact that well, everybody has noticed how overrated skinny jeans are by now, also brings up a slight problem - what will the hipsters start wearing? Because we all know that they're sooo innovative & eclectic, what with their HOH tees & bleached shags. I must admit, I can't really see them grooving along to any of LA's DJs in wide, dark wash trousers & a Libertine blouse... Unless said club was hijacked by Rachel Zoe in a sick attempt to regain her role as fashion's, err, 'queen'. That being said, they'd probably start wearing fluorescent tracksuits or show up butt naked before transitioning to more of a chic look.

My opinion? Leave the wide legged jeans to people who can really pull them off, more specifically for the right occasion. Sipping lattes & wandering your local park, that's when the more mature look is appropriate - not at a Kanye concert.

Zoë

You must be dreaming in technicolour.

Like every other human on the earth, I own blue jeans. I also own black jeans, and white jeans. I figured, since I've been to both ends of the colour spectrum, why not in between? Which is why I plan to own jeans in all the colours of the rainbow.

My favourites include an array of pairs at $68 from Urban Outfitters :





And a few for $59:




Wishful thinking:


Jessica.