January 6th, 2009 by Alana Joy | Comments
The Stephen Sprouse for Louis Vuitton collection is back, arriving in stores Friday, nine years after the artist’s original Monogram Graffiti purses became ironic icons by “defacing” the Louis Vuitton logo for the first time. Only now, in addition to using graffiti, Louis Vuitton creative director Marc Jacobs updated the look by splashing Sprouse’s roses [...]
December 17th, 2008 by Alana Joy | Comments
(via) This clutch from Martine Sitbon has so many pockets, you just might get lost. This foldover clutch from Martine Sitbon features brown patent, bronze metallic and bone leather. Clutch flap opens to reveal frame compartment with a clasp lock closure on the bottom portion of bag. Zip pocket on upper portion of bag. Features [...]
December 17th, 2008 by Alana Joy | Comments
“Speech was born in a dark dungeon of Queen West. Michael Mercanti, the man behind the jewelry, is trying to talk to his generation by creating wearable art. This isn’t just a jewelry line it’s a lifestyle. All jewelry is handmade. Inspired by true events, the unknown, the aboriginal, the rock stars, the streets, romanticism, [...]
December 17th, 2008 by Alana Joy | Comments
I just love these neck wraps by “neck,lush” on Etsy. Ranging in price from $40-65, they come in a range of colors and are made from jersey or poly. Pattered ones are screen printed. They can be worn in a million ways… Most importantly, they will keep you warm and looking cool at the same [...]
December 15th, 2008 by Alana Joy | Comments
Rike Feurstein studied millinery in New York and London before she opened her own studio and showroom in Berlin-Mitte in December 2005. She designs hats, caps and supplemental accessories like scarfs and gloves for both women and men. Her designs are clear, clean, and minimalistic, often with a sculptural quality. She loves to reference classic [...]
December 15th, 2008 by Alana Joy | Comments
New toys for the holidays! As appealing and tempting as a bowl of candies, these watches are equally irresistible. Cleverly coined “Toy Watch“, there are colors suitable for both men and women alike. var addthis_pub=”alanajoy”;
December 10th, 2008 by Alana Joy | Comments
Popkiller is a great little boutique here in Los Angeles with two locations: one on Sunset and one in Little Tokyo. Featuring a fun and funky mix of vintage and uber hip modern designs and accessories, all with reasonable prices… this is one of those stores that’s impossible to walk into without walking out with [...]
October 21st, 2008 by Alana Joy | Comments
iWant Denis Guidone was just selected as the winner of the international design competition Adamo Eva. His whimsical scribble watch design called “Ora Unica”, meaning One Hour, is a wonderful contrast of chaos and order mixed together. In their words, “The hour and minute hands are represented by a single line drawn on two circular [...]
October 3rd, 2008 by Alana Joy | Comments
Scout is a boutique that offers “contemporary international and independent lines, designer vintage, handbags, accessories, denim, footwear, and jewelry.” If you live in Los Angeles you should definitely check them out. And if you don’t, don’t fret: you can shop online! Scout7920 W. 3rd StreetLos Angeles, CA90048323.658.8684 if (WIDGETBOX) WIDGETBOX.renderWidget(‘a535763b-e5c2-4fd2-bf2a-2f91232587a3′);Get the AddThis Social Bookmarking Button [...]
September 5th, 2008 by Alana Joy | Comments
True to form, Vivienne Westwood brings personality and um… sexuality… together in these cufflinks on sale for 75 euro. Thoughts? if (WIDGETBOX) WIDGETBOX.renderWidget(‘a535763b-e5c2-4fd2-bf2a-2f91232587a3′);Get the AddThis Social Bookmarking Button widget and many other great free widgets at Widgetbox!