Shops We Endorse - Saint Laurent Flagship, Paris
French Vogue gives us the first look inside the soon to be opened, Heidi Slimane designed, Saint Laurent flagship store. Located in Paris’ Triangle d’Or, Slimane’s work showcases a futuristic art deco vibe and touches of Brutalist geometry, all in Saint Laurent’s signature black and white palette. Definitely worth a visit if you’re in Paris.
Everyone knew that the guests at last night’s Met Gala were ‘damned if they do, damned if they don’t’ in regards to dressing according to the night’s punk theme. The ideology of punk is really to be anti-fashion, so it would be decidedly more “punk” not to dress in the punk uniform, right? But, in this instance, not dressing according to the theme would just make you an average celebrity on the red carpet. In any case, there should be no discussion about what punk is and what it’s not. This is just an exhibit in a museum. Punk is history and this is a Costume Gala. Here are a few of our favorites from last night.
Miley Cyrus (Marc Jacobs)
Emmanuelle Alt & Olivier Rousteing
Donatella Versace…work.
Cara Delevingne (Burberry)
just had to go there.
James Piatt, Art Center graduate and multidisciplined designer, launched a line of handbags and accessories back in 2010 after creating the above piece called “PeaceKeeper” as a one off gift. We enjoy his use of leather and Lucite.
Metallic Shoes
This is heavy. Get noticed with these sleek options for men and women. 
Mark McNairy Silver
Alexander Wang
Jeffrey Campbell
Senso
Find out where to purchase by visiting our Svpply page.
Ruins - Fire!
From the album, The Art Dance (1984)
Pastels not your thing? Don’t worry, black is acceptable for all seasons.
Coronation Boyfriend Tee by Matthew Patterson for Blood is the New Black ($44)
Lace Up Sandals, Zara $69.99
One Sleeve Boat Neck Tee, Zara ($19.90)
Staring at the Stars Chiffon Ruffle Maxi dress, Urban Outfitters ($39.99)
Trinity Suit, Chromat ($225)
Grey Ant Foundry Sunglasses, Oak NYC ($280)
Minimal Wave Records Tee ($20)
Cheap Monday Men’s Washed Denim Jacket, Acrimony ($100)
Oak #2 Sunglasses, Oak NYC ($98)
Deconstructed Ankle Boot, Zara ($129)
The Pink Moon - April 25th, 2013
Has there been SOMETHING about this week you couldn’t quite put your finger on? Well, perhaps it is the coming of the “Pink Moon”, April’s full moon AND lunar eclipse. The Pink Full Moon gets its name from the herb moss pink, or wild ground phlox, which is one of the earliest widespread spring flowers to bloom, according to the Farmer’s Almanac.
Those of us in North America will not get to see a full lunar eclipse, but friends in Europe will be able to marvel at all its glory. As some consolation prize, the partial eclipse seen in North America will be the shallowest in decades and we probably won’t see another one this shallow until around 2034.
While the eclipse may be underwhelming, full moons are always special and April is the only month we get a “Pink Moon.” Might be a good idea to go for a night swim, hike or just be out in the middle of the desert channeling primitive man.
In honor of Earth Day we pulled together a few modern pieces from eco-friendly clothing manufacturers.
Titania Inglis Wrap Jacket - made in New York of dead stock fabric.
Every garment is sewn in a small factory in New York from sustainability sourced fabrics including Japanese organic cotton, French vegetable-tanned leather, and dead stock wool from New York’s garment industry.
Edun Military Strap Dress
EDUN actively works to increase trade with Africa and is aiming to produce 40% of its seasonal fashion collection in Africa by 2013. EDUN is building long term, sustainable opportunities by supporting manufacturers, infrastructure and community building initiatives.
Maiyet Aztec Wedge
Maiyet is deeply committed to forging partnerships with artisans globally and has entered into a strategic partnership with Nest, an independent nonprofit organization dedicated to training and developing artisan businesses to promote entrepreneurship, prosperity and dignity in places that need it most.
One of our favorite bands (or maybe we should say individuals), The Ruins of Beverast, performed live for the first time this past weekend at Roadburn in Tillburg, NL. The solo project of ex-Nagelfar drummer Alexander von Meilenwald, Ruins has been one of the most unique and interesting acts in Black and Doom Metal in recent memory. We were really excited when we heard he was putting a band together for Roadburn and couldn’t wait to see some of the footage.