DIY: Gangsta Sunglass Chain

This is a quick and easy lil DIY I ripped off of the craft queen herself, A Pair and A Spare. So you wanna be a gangster but you tend to lose your shades? I gotchu brahhhh. You Will Need: about 1-1.2 yards the chain of yo choice (I like that classic gold) jewelry pliers … Continue reading

The only store you need

I used to hate J. Crew. Granted this was back in high school (when I was required to follow a dress code and dress pants, collared shirts, and knee-length skirts were the bane of my coolness) but today, I eat my words. Jenna Lyons, creative director at J. Crew, is a genius. Here’s a peek … Continue reading

Shelby Steiner on Stock Mfg Co

Our gal, and up-and-coming designer Shelby Steiner has just launched her first collaboration with Stock Manufacturing Company! You might recall our previous feature on Shelby, where we delved into the motivations behind her designs, and her design processes. Stock Mfg Co is a Chicago start-up focused on producing high quality products at affordable prices. They promote sustainability and … Continue reading

Christopher Kane’s Brains

Style.com explained the starting point of Christopher Kane’s latest collection: “an MRI of a healthy human brain, pulsing with consciousness.” It’s beyond obvious, but it’s also beyond brilliant. Not sure there’s a single piece I wouldn’t be happy to adopt into my closet. I’ve divided up my favorite looks from his show into the central … Continue reading

BCBG Max Azria FW 2013

Glamorous grunge was the mood of BCBG Max Azria’s latest fashion week showcase, which proves that indeed, beanies are appropriate for all occasions, black tie included. Last year around this time, the skirt-over-pants look was just beginning to emerge, and I guess I was wrong — the trend wasn’t gone by the next week. This … Continue reading

In the Details

Valentino Spring 2012 Haute Couture Distance shots from the runway, showing the environment of fashion week, the entirety of the artful garments, and the height of the models can be particularly breath taking. But true appreciation of the designs produced for these shows every year can only happen in the study of the details — the … Continue reading

Rusted Revolution x Posso

In the most major Rusted Revolution artist feature to date, I had the ultimate privilege of styling the lovely ladies of Posso for a collaborative photoshoot and interview with Fresh Musikk.  Read on to learn more about my experience, discover the faces behind the name, and see some amazing photography… I pause before a giant … Continue reading

Designer Profile: Shelby Steiner

Crisp collars buttoned all the way to the top, black bowler hats and creepers, spiked headbands all infused with sweeping maxis, flowy lace, and feminine pastel lipstick — these are elements of Shelby Steiner‘s personal style that are apparent in her own designs. The youngest participant at the October 2012 Fashion Focus Chicago showcase, “Fashion … Continue reading

Cyber Monday Deals & Steals

Happy Cyber Monday dudes. For those like me who are too lazy to brave the crowds on Black Friday (or simply scarred from years of working the notorious day as a sales associate), today some of the web’s best online retailers are offering some pretty tempting discounts.  Here’s a round-up of some RR faves so … Continue reading

Revamp That Denim Shirt!

I’m really off my DIY game, but luckily I’ve cataloged a laundry list of projects to try once I have the time.  Since many of them involve buttondown shirts, I figured I would post some ideas for sprucing that chambray (or chambrays, as I myself have several).  Whip out those scissors, needles and threads – … Continue reading