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Remembering MJ (August 29, 1958 – June 25, 2009)

We know we're (more than) a couple days late on this post; however our hearts and prayers continue go out to Michael Jackson and his family that survived him. We are deeply saddened and still quite shocked by his unfortunate and sudden death, that occurred June 25, 2009, at the age of 50.

Michael Jackson was not only a music legend, but a style icon as well, whether it was his famous glitter glove; his red leather jacket from "Thriller"; the famous black hat and his black pencil pants combo'd with his white socks and black loafers; the black raybans. It all became the rage at one point in time, as fans around the globe wanted to look and be like Michael Jackson; in any way they could. I mean, he was only le King of Pop, of course!

But then came the controversy- True MJ fans supported the King of Pop through the good, the bad and the ugly. Sure MJ got a little kookie for a while (we're not afraid or ashamed to admit that!); however the deep rooted love and commitment his fans held and continue to hold even after his passing, is proof that this individual; this artist, was more than just that. He was and always will be considered a legend everywhere.

In honor of the late King of Pop we found some of our favorite (and most iconic) photos to share with you. May MJ rest in peace in the heavens, and forever in our hearts. xo

Sabine Pieper

To check out more art by Sabine Pieper, head to:

www.sabinepieper.com

Runway: Paul Smith Men's RTW Spring 2010

Perusing the Womens Wear Daily website, I found myself excitedly glued to my laptop, as I viewed the new Paul Smith Men's RTW, Spring 2010 sportswear driven collection. And now I cannot help but share what I've found...

According to the WWD website, 'Espadrilles, vintage Hawaiian and Parisian postcard prints and a recurring cloud motif all declared the wearer’s intention to relax. The only suits were made of either pastel colored poplin or shiny, papery fabrics. Meanwhile, the tailored looks that were the most passably businesslike were actually an array of separates. Paul Smith frequently takes inspiration from gentlemen’s sports, but this time the sportswear had the techy fabrics, zips and cinches of contemporary athleticwear. The collection may have been unusually modern for Paul Smith, but it still delivered his colorful and cheerful point of view. And the rollicking finale had Sir Paul and the models boogying down to Michael Jackson’s "Thriller" — a touching and uplifting coda to the week.'


















What do you think about Paul Smith's RTW Spring 2010 Collection? Does it excite you like it does us? We'd love to hear your thoughts and opinions; So, share em here!

The Revival of The Legging

While flipping through the newest edition of Vogue (jul.09), I find myself quite shocked to come across an article that suggests leggings are back. I'm surprised because I never really realized they had ever gone out of style to begin with.

I know.....shush...lemme keep going....

I say, bring back leggings, or whatever, whenever the hell you want. I'm down anytime.... Just keep those suckers comin! (I'm still not convinced they ever left)

Personally I'd never turn down the (free) chance to wear an acid dipped pair of teal leggings along with an oversized purple tee. Throw on a pair of chuck taylors, some chunky oversized jewelry....gimme one sec to grab my 'jackie-o' sunglasses & cell phone, and I'm good to go.

Or even a pair of Members Only leather leggings with an oversized white T and chunky ankle boots; of course this time rockin the chunky chains. I'm just saying. (or...for example)

leggings by gina_love featuring Chanel clutches

I must admit, I do not own enough leggings, and yet I absolutely love this trend...on almost everyone, too; and in almost every wash and style. I'm sure some or most may agree, but as you can see...its definitely not us Janes that are debating....

or is it?

I mean I'm gonna be frank, here...when I'm perusing the net looking for inspiration I do come to ponder the fact that, perhaps Lindsey Lohan proooobably could have laid low on the legging scene....atleast in respect to the design aspect; but as usual, she's right there, stirring the shit up by coming out with her own line, 6126 dubbed after Marilyn Monroe's birth date 6/1/26. Yeah yeah yeah, it came out like last year, in the fall....but really the point that I'm trying to make here on my somewhat of a legitimate LiLo segway is that,

I really dont like her collection.

I really dont like it.

At all.

Sure, some pieces are alllllright, but none truly stand out to me....in the way I'd want my leggings to stand out. She is a favorite trainwreck of ours alright, but seriously?! Incorporating knee pads? I just dont know what to say. I'm for once...speechless.

*snaps out of daze & clears throat*

moving on....

And since I did just put my extremely valued opinion of her cruddy line out to air *sorry LiLo*, here are some promo photos for the line, 6126 (bad hair & *cringe* those wretched leggings ).... and dont say I didnt warn ya!

Dont worry....I couldnt find much out there on her crap collection....so I dont have much to show you.

I did, though, happen to score on an amazing image collection of kick ass leggings that I would no doubt be the first to revel in during this recession and not feel bad for one moment....if only they were mine. *sigh*

Here are some of our fave leggings that we've found out there:

A.F Vanderforst Spring & Fall Collections 09

Danielle Scutt

Jasmine Di Milo

TopShop

Rad Hourani

(left) Costume Dept Hologram Forest Leggings, $45 available at www.revolveclothing.com

(middle) Les Chiffoniers PVC leggins $405 available at www.net-a-porter.com

(left) Manish Arora Eagle leggings, $248, available at www.oak.com

Sass & Bide rats leggings $176 available at www.revolveclothing.com and www.net-a-porter.com

www.myspace.com/costumedept

Rihanna in Members Only Liquid Leggings www.boutiquetoyou.com

What do you think? Are leggings here to stay? Or are they on their way out?
Tell us how you like to rock your favorite leggings!
Also, we're dying to hear what you think of LiLo's collection....c'mon even as little as you saw, we know you thought something.... we want you to dish it!