Varvatos in Former CBGB Space

I know you've probably already heard about this, but after reading about it a zillion times, I still enjoyed reading this review of the reveal by Racked:
"Just under six months since Racked broke the news that the defunct, much-mourned CBGB space on The Bowery would be transformed into a John Varvatos store, renovation work is complete and, as of noon today, the doors are open. Fans of leather and false nostalgia, rejoice: the space has been remade in a faux-punk ethic, with walls adorned with vintage concert poster reproductions; a section dramatically demonstrating the evolution of what used to be called A/V equipment; plenty of guitars, drumsets, and amps; and even bins of vinyl up front for browsing and buying. Racked's drop-by around 2pm found a relatively sparse crowd, and, worse, no free booze. The front vinyl racks attracted browsers, though.

Overall impression? Quoth Varvatos, a few months ago: "We don't want anyone to walk into the space and say, 'Oh, they screwed it up.' We want them to walk in and say, 'It's not CBGB, but they did the right thing.'" Well, it's not CBGB. As for whether the right thing was to create an upscale reproduction of sorts of the old haunt, we'll leave that for the ghosts of the old Bowery to sort out. "

Andy Salzer, Designer behind Yoko Devereux,

In this interview by Dejour Magazine, Andy says this:

"The US men's market consistently supports that comfortable middle ground for style, which is an important market to speak to. However, for the sake of the brand, for more interesting boutiques and for my creative survival, we're making sure that the collection doesn't lose itself and turn into McFashion."

Love it.

Clemens en August

Besides the fact that the clothes are great, another reason why I love this label:
Clemens & August has an original way of doing business — the Munich-based label only sells its clothes for limited runs at art galleries. - WWD






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April77 Spring/Summer '08

Coats Again...

harmon

patrick ervell


*available at Blackbird

Keith Haring for Uniqlo

New York graffiti artist, Keith Haring, who's work was popular in Soho circa 1980-1989. I'm sure you've seen his work. Anyway, Uniqlo has a collection featuring his work.

Here's some:

Seattle Street Style

When I found this site, 21 Arrondissment on Blackbird's Blog, I was immediately drawn to it 1. because it had a reference to something French (which if you know me, you know why I was drawn to this) and 2. because I'm very interested in what Seattle's fashion scene is like...in fact what Seattle is like in general. This allows me to visit and see people there, without paying for a plane ticket. Anyway, if you're interested, check out the blog Here.

I like this guy (alright maybe I like him because he reminds me of Matt Pond PA, whose music I'm very fond of and just saw in Chicago this week). Whatever, I like him.

Philip Crangi Jewelry

A man that has style:

And designs:


Ok Maybe I just like the beard.

Comme Des Garcons for H&M!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

I'm a total nerd but this is my ABSOLUTE FAVORITE DESIGNER COLLABORATION out there. Both partners are effing amazing. Rei Kawakubo is insanely talented, and for a 'big-name' label, CDG is hot. And H&M is the supplier of 50% of my clothing (40% vintage, 10% designer (can't afford 100% designer yet)). So I rely on these collaborations. Still, it's kind of getting to the point where EVERYONE is doing a designer collab (I winced when I heard Express was following along), but H&M has been behind this type of thing for a while (I think Target was first). Anyway, H&M rules. Comme Des Garcons rules even more. There's no way this will let us down. *Note this is womenswear AND menswear (and some other stuff). Here's what We Are the Market said:

H&M has announced its next designer collaborator: Comme des Garcons. The famously avant-garde Japanese label, spearheaded by design powerhouse Rei Kawakubo, will provide a range of both men's and womenswear, as well as childrenswear, accessories and a new unisex fragrance for the retailer. In honour of its Japanese roots, the collaborative line will launch exclusively at H&M in Tokyo in November before being rolled out worldwide a few days later.

What Fashion Indie Says about it

unisex never looked so good...

French designer Alexis Mabille designs unisex clothing for the modern individual. I'm particularly fond of his fresh approach on neckwear. Check out his bowties and ties and some ways to rock them: