DC Streetwear

Striped Leather Bag – Marc by Marc Jacobs

ILoveme2 — Mon, 18 Oct 2010 19:57:09 +0000

Saw this bag over at Little Red Book, and had to share it with the rest of the class. This striped leather bag from Marc by Marc Jacobs is the first normal-sized bag I’ve feigned over in a while. It’s made of colorful cotton and trimmed in tan leather with gold accents. It’s rich, deep fall colors and a cute shape have put it on my wishlist…too bad it’s priced at $260. Which isn’t bad, considering that you can get a lot of use out of a bag like this one. I’m already daydreaming about pairing it with some of my go-to sweaters and riding boots…

It’s available over at Net-A-Porter.

Side note: Their site is pretty cool. They make outfit suggestions by matching each item on their site with other pieces they have available. Admittedly, a lot of online shopping sites do this, but they actually did it well. The outfit they suggested was wearable, not just a mashing up of other pricey pieces to get shoppers to spend a much as possible. That’s commendable.

Via Little Red Book

Hondd by Steve Madden

ILoveme2 — Wed, 06 Oct 2010 17:38:41 +0000

Ok, I am in need of some serious help. Howard University’s homecoming is coming up, which means I’m in need of a cute boot to wear. Thing is, I spotted this pair of Steve Madden boots that would be perfect. The heel isn’t too high, so I won’t be uncomfortable while I swarm around Yardfest snapping photos and it’s a great cognac color that I can work easily. They’re called the Hondd and they’re a pair of lace-up booties with around a 2 1/2-inch heel. They’re running for $130, but I won’t be paying full price for them…

Thing is, I can’t decide whether I really and truly like them, or if I’m just itching to go ahead and buy what I need.

Help!

Origami Purse by Itay Laniado

ILoveme2 — Wed, 06 Oct 2010 17:21:22 +0000

I’ve been stumbling upon random coolness all week. This Origami purse by Isreali designer, Itay Laniado reminds me of the paper pouches we used to make back in elementary school. Except, while Laniado’s clutch looks and feels like paper, it’s actually made of Tyvek®, a much stronger, lightweight material. Tyvek® has been used on construction sites and to make car covers. It can also be used to make envelopes, medical packaging and protective gear.

The clutch has a little yellow tab on the front, and it’s zipper is sewn on the inside. It’s cute, different and best of all, affordable. You can get it over at Etsy for $29. Finally, a reasonable price.

Via Design Milk

Yay or Nay: Rihanna’s Tutu

ILoveme2 — Tue, 05 Oct 2010 21:14:19 +0000

I struggle with Rihanna sometimes, but I actually like this look. I spotted this picture over at CocoPerez, and I’d like to start this post by saying, I love Rihanna’s hair here. The Wendys-esque color (I can’t even take credit for that reference. My Twitter timeline is full of fools.) doesn’t usually work for me, but it’s styled so nicely right here. Rih-Rih does have that great skin tone that can look good with any hair color.

But all that aside, I’m focusing on her outfit here. While in London, Rihanna donned a She Died of Beauty tee, with a frilly, white tutu and a long gray blazer. Surprisingly, I’m with it right up until you get down to the shoes. Socks and pumps? I get what she’s trying to do, but I just can’t seem to wrap my mind around it.

Thoughts?

Orlando Bloom for Uniqlo

ILoveme2 — Tue, 05 Oct 2010 21:05:36 +0000

British hottie (and married man, darn it) Orlando Bloom is one of the new faces of Japanese brand, Uniqlo. Check out the commercial he shot for the brand’s HeatTech jacket, below. The technology is supposed to keep the wearer extra cozy.

South Africa-born actress Charlize Theron is also supposed to be a new face of the brand.

www.youtube.com/watch?v=4KjfaQh6KHs

Architectural Jewelry – Philippe Tournaire

ILoveme2 — Tue, 05 Oct 2010 20:46:40 +0000

After seeing my Ring Arthur post yesterday, one of my boos (@FelaKemdi) pointed out these architecturally inspired rings made by French accessories master, Philippe Tournaire. They’re actual mini-models of some of the world’s largest cities, including Moscow, New York, and Paris. There’s even a model of a Chinese Pagoda.

The rings are made of a variety of materials including gold, amethyst and brass.

Adding this to my wishlist. I’m actually afraid to use Google’s currency converter to figure out what the prices listed are in American dollars. It might just break my heart.

Check out some of the other rings below.

Moscow

New York

San Lilo

Paris

Pagode Chinoise

Paris

Village Fortifie Argent Et Amethyste

Nike Trainer Zoom Huarache Rivalry Pack

ILoveme2 — Mon, 04 Oct 2010 20:52:53 +0000

It’s times like these that make me wish that I went to a school who’s basketball team mattered at the NCAA level. Nike is set to release their Nike Trainer Zoom Huarache Rivalry Pack at 21 Mercer Store in NYC this Friday.

The pack comes in three colorways: black and orange, blue and black and purple and white. Each colorway is supposed to represent a different NCAA basketball team.

I only follow NBA basketball, and even then, I only watch the finals, so I can’t say which teams these are meant to represent. I just think they’re pretty.

Check out some detailed images below.

Via Kicksonfire

Retired Belts

ILoveme2 — Mon, 04 Oct 2010 20:27:41 +0000

And you thought you were accomplishing something by recycling your little bottles? San Francisco-based company, Retired Belts takes used Randonneur tires (for long distance bikes) and turns them into one-of-a-kind belts.

Read their description below…

The unique design of Retired Belts utilizes used Randonneur tires, making them both an aesthetically pleasing accessory and giving them a functional purpose. The resilience of the tires enables you to carry your U-lock(s) in between you and the belt without stretching out over time. The use of high quality brass snaps replaces a belt buckle, which might become uncomfortable in a riding position. The belt develops similar wearing characteristics of leather, becoming smoother, softer and shinier over its lifetime.

Each Retired Belt is one-of-a-kind, customized exclusively for the owner. This belt is a symbolic representation of track bike riding in San Francisco, as they are repurposed from tires gifted from skillfully exceptional riders, many of them Macaframa riders. The individually distinct skid patterns on your Retired Belt reflect each riders’ experience on the tire and their ventures through the city.

Multi-functional, unique and good-looking. Sounds like something from an eHarmony profile.

Spotted at LikeCool

Ring Arthur by Monserat De Lucca

ILoveme2 — Mon, 04 Oct 2010 20:07:39 +0000

Adorable and unique jewelry can brighten a dreary day, even one as ugly as this one. Last night, I was perusing one of my favorite shopping sites, ModCloth, and I came across a ring they’d dubbed the “Ring Arthur”.

The ring, which is made by an accessories company out of California called Monserat De Lucca, is made of polished brass and looks like a knight’s helmet. The ventail (that grill-looking piece that sits over the mouth) even moves!

Scroll down for a better look.

It’s available over at ModCloth for about $60. I’m trying to restrain myself as we speak. Cute and unique costume jewelry is difficult to come by, and helps complete any outfit. I think I need to con one of my loved ones into buying this for me…

Lady Gaga’s Hair Dress? (PHOTOS)

ILoveme2 — Fri, 01 Oct 2010 18:27:15 +0000

Today was seeming like one of those two-posts days (Mama has to go to work. grrr), but I’ll risk clocking in late to post this. Just when we all thought Lady Gaga had tapped out her arsenal of insane clothing, this woman wore a dress made entirely out of human hair to perform at the Oak Room in New York City.

Ga-freaking-Ga. The meat dress is officially old news.

Pairing it with a pair of her standard Alexander McQueen heels – have to love her for consistently wearing the late designer’s pieces. That’s love – Lady Gaga silenced anyone who doubted that she could top herself. One thing’s for sure, PETA won’t be able to get upset about this dress. It’s human hair. Foiled again! Muhahahaha.

This girl here.

Via Splash News and MTV