Rogues Gallery's nautical story is rugged, yet urbane.
Rogues Gallery takes preppy sailor style and beats it over the head with Captain Ahab's harpoon. Covered on tastemaking fashion blogs from Fashionista to Selectism.com, the line has cultivated a passionate cult following.
Overdyed vintage tees form the heart of the collection. With woodcut fonts and nautically-inspired graphics, the tees evoke 19th century New England culture. My favorite features a vintage diving helmet that lends the tee a sense of Victorian futurism a la Jules Verne.
Demi and Ashton are hot on and off-screen. People points out the stylish power couple, stepping out in coordinated his 'n hers looks.
We know Ashton's boyish good looks could make any grown adult blush, but his style earns him extra brownie points. His suit pops against the bold color of his bright kicks and vivid tie. Cop his style with vibrant sneaks from Clae Collection in a rainbow of colors.
Not to give Ashton all the fashion credit, Demi's cute-jeans-and-hot-clutch get-up is simply awesome. If you like Demi's sassy quilted clutch as much as we do, take a peek at Goldenbleu's Audra quilted patent double bag. Like Demi's, it's tiny, black and looks great with anything -- although Ashton on your arm is a pretty good accessory too!
PopSugar style scouts one of our favorite trendsetters, Heidi Klum, when she stepped out this weekend in Dream Society's City Dress in Emerald. Known for her terrific fashion sense, Heidi shows that even while running quick errands, you can look fabulous and be comfortable at the same time. With the right attitude and accessories, the City dress can transform effortlessly from a Saturday coffee run to a night out on the town.
Dream Society designer, Ambre Dahan, grew up in Paris and dreamt of one day creating distinctive styles that would bring together the women of today's world. Inspired by this idea of a hopeful utopia, she created Dream Society, a collection with soft fabrics, comfortable fits, and pleasant colors that are elegant yet edgy at the same time. Ambre says that the inspiration for her whimsical style "comes from the women we want to be, the women we want to dress." Sounds like Heidi fits the bill perfectly.
May has arrived and spring is in full swing -- days are longer, the weather's warmer and there's a BBQ in every backyard. Mission number one: find the perfect swimsuit. This summer, expect to see bold colors and geometric prints alongside beads and fun embellishments like ruffles and twists. It's all about standing out while lounging poolside.
Love the folky appeal of crochet and the pizazz of pool party glamour? Check out the swim collection by
Lover for the best of both worlds. The lacey Modern Amusement. Their bikinis are bright, playful and you can switch 'em up however you like.
Leyendecker: An LA-based collection with a New York state of mind
Leyendecker is one of LA's brightest rising fashion stars. The supremely modern line, designed by Lisa Guajardo and Jessica Moss, is sharp as a razor and timelessly chic in its no-frills approach to fashion. "We're anti-trim," explains Moss. "Embellishments come through functional details like seams, exposed zippers and buckles," adds Guajardo. An example of this form-as-function aesthetic? Leyendecker's awesome ankle buckle leggings, a must-have that flew off the racks when it appeared on Daily Candy.
Ashlee Simpson Rocks a Leyendecker Frock
Leyendecker, a name that's been in Lisa's family for generations, sounds exactly the way the designs look: strong, unidentifiable, complicated and a little hard to pronounce... and that's exactly the way Moss and Guajardo like it. Design details like curved lines, sheer panels, and architectural shapes play off of oppositions: feminine and masculine, sexy and modest, avant-garde and wearability. Call it "smart girl style" with a seductive edge.
Like their designs, the designers benefit from oppositions, as well. Guajardo, who studied fashion at Central St. Martins and interned with Todd Oldham, brings the dark edge to Leyendecker. Moss, a former stylist and fashion marketer, is all about pragmatism. "We knew that Lisa's edginess combined with my uber-practicality could create something great," says Moss. This winning combination lends itself to Leyendecker's understated subtlety and specialness. Clean and confident, Leyendecker designs avant-garde for the masses.
Now, more than ever, it's easier to live green. From reusable water bottles and shopping bags to wearing organic clothing to simply turning off the water while brushing your teeth, the little things can make a world of difference. So, in honor of "Earth Week" (the Earth deserves more than just a day!), go eco with the new J Brand Green Label denim.
Promoting environmental awareness, J Brand introduces J Brand Green Label, offering your favorite fits with a smaller eco footprint. Two classic (and much beloved) J Brand styles, the Monroe Wide Leg and Love Story bell bottom, are crafted from organic cotton, culled from pesticide-free fields, and available in two exclusive Green Label washes, Haight and Woodstock.
Added bonus! Each pair comes with an online exclusive Green Label canvas tote (pictured above) printed with helpful eco-living tips, which you can also check out here. Use the tote in lieu of plastic bags and make a difference, one bag at a time. So, what are you waiting for? Do your part and do it in style with J Brand Green Label jeans.
People magazine recently spotted Klum strutting her stuff in Cameo's floral print Shelly Dress. Paired with a waist-cinching brown leather belt and strappy platforms, Heidi is more than ready for her Cameo.
KaZuO: Check for hidden iPod pockets, headphone jacks and reversible pockets on each piece.
Imagine finding a huge closet of clothes that you absolutely love, but all of the pieces are two sizes too small. What's a guy to do?
Joel Knoernschild, designer and creative director of KaZuO menswear, found himself in just this predicament. While living and working in Japan, he fell in love with Japanese street fashion but couldn't find clothes he could wear. "The problem is, as cool as it is and as much as I like it, it's made to fit the Japanese body, not mine," he says.
Out of this dilemma, KaZuO (renamed K.Z.O. come Fall '08) was born. "There's a saying," Joel explains. 'Here we're corn-fed; there, they're rice fed.' It's a different body type. I'm making rice-fed fashion for corn-fed bodies." Based in the Little Tokyo neighborhood of Los Angeles, K.Z.O. fuses precisely engineered construction with minimalist design. Joel utilizes details like knife pleats and French darts to imbue his Japanese inspired line with a sense of high-end fashion.
Born to a German-American father (who brought Billabong to the US from Australia and co-founded Hurley) and fiercely stylish Japanese mother, Knoernschild draws on his international background for inspiration. The line is even named for his maternal grandfather, Kazuo. For KaZuO's Spring '08 debut, Knoernschild also turned to his experience as a music video director to create a military-inspired narrative. The collection, which earned him a coveted spot on Los Angeles Magazine's prestigious "Tastemakers" list, was designed in collaboration with Japanese designer Nozawa and was manufactured by the team that produces Paul Smith and A.P.C.
Stylst Britt Bardo and her romantic new collection, Rose
Britt Bardo, stylist to the stars and supremely sweet gal, turns her expert eye to the world of design with the launch of her new line, Rose. Designed with fellow stylist, Jewels Steger, Rose is all about vintage-inspired prints, soft lace details and exquisite silk blends that are both fresh and timeless and truly reflect Bardo's mantra of "effortless chic."
Famed for her work dressing stylish starlets like Kate Hudson, Eva Mendez, Maggie Gyllenhaal, Cameron Diaz, and Christina Ricci, Bardo visited Revolve last fall to create her exclusive Britt Bardo Fall '08 Style Guide for us. Since then, she's graced the pages of Lucky
and launched her new line. Congrats, Britt!
Shorts? Shants? Skirt? Culottes can be quite controversial, but when styled properly, they can breathe fresh air into your warm weather wardrobe. With the tailored pleats and fuller legs on these James Jeans culottes , keep the rest of the look simple and sophisticated. A pair of sleek sandals or open-toed wedges are the perfect complement for a grown-up summer look.
Ruffles are all the rage for spring and summer, adding flare to flirty frocks. But don't fret. These aren't the frilly ruffles of your childhood style. We're talking about fun and feminine ruffles that transform boring into beautiful. This season, ruffles are everywhere, from summer smocks to mini cocktail dresses, and even on simple tanks and mini skirts.
As Earth Day approaches (get ready for April 22!), it's all about eco-friendly fashion and what better way to feel good about fashion than to go organic? Brands like Edun, Sling & Stones, Organic, and Loomstate Jeans have already embraced the sustainability trend, now it's up to you.
People Style Watch pays homage to Earth Day this month by featuring stylish items charitable intentions. Revolve gets a shout out for our C&C California Organic Slub Button Top in Grass (shown above). Look cute and feel great: 10% of proceeds benefit the Green Book Foundation.
FabSugar spotted both Nicky Hilton and Sanaa Lathan in Jenny Han's Long Sleeve Mini Tuxedo Dress and asks, "Who wore it better?" We think you'll wear it best but we only have one size left so act fast!
Spring denim is all about light and lovely style. Faded, washed out, lovingly-worn looks keep things casual this season. From well-worn blue to washed out black, style stars like Kate Moss, Cameron Diaz, and Katherine Heigl are loving the light denim look.
People Style Watch highlights "The New Blues" this month with a whitewash spectacular. Perfect for sunny seasons, People says, "When the weather heats up, put away the dark denim and opt for something light and casual in a chambray-like shade like Sophia Bush's Hudson jeans."
