Trussardi S/S 2010 Multicolour Shoes

...Trussardi S/S 2010 ...

Introducing Trussardi 911 S/S 2010. If I had a pair of those shoes, I'd walk all over this fine town of mine. I'd walk in rain, snow or sleet. I'd walk over bridges, inside tunnels and under trees...

Just kidding. I'd safeguard the wonderous puppies inside a glass case and take them out only when I'd host my fabulous parties on the rooftop patio of the highest luxury condos in the city. They would make an appearance for but a little while. And only a select few would get a glimpse of them...

I WANT.

Dries Van Noten S/S 2010

The pants.

Gucci Icon-Temporary

...Gucci Icon Temporary London April 2010...

Gucci opened it's doors Thursday to another pop-up Icon-Temporary store in Covent Garden, London, after New York and Miami. The stores, open for only three weeks, showcase a handful of limited edition trainers, a collection made in collaboration with Gucci creative director Frida Giannini and famed music producer Mark Ronson. Both were in attendance to Thursday's event, including a bevy of other celebrities... celebrities of which I cannot name... because most do not ring a bell. My pal Mischa Barton, however, attended the New York opening in October, which I hear was a much better event to attend. No worries, though: I'm certain Gucci lost my invite in the mail. Since the volcano eruption in Iceland, mail delivery hasn't been up to par recently... I guess the same can be said about my shoes.

Karl Lagerfeld Coke 2010

...Karl Lagerfeld light Coca-Cola...

Can I get my hands on Karl Lagerfeld? Available at Collette in Paris!? Comon. Nevertheless, I'm liking the design. "The designer affixes his style and his famous silhouette on the bottle and delivers an exclusive creation with chic lines and also a unique box in limited edition." A box set for €60.00, I think I might pass on this one and instead buy a vintage Roberto Cavalli Coke bottle from 2008. Haha. Much cheaper...

I WANT.

Brown Paper Chanel S/S 2010

...Chanel Paperbag S/S 2010...C$0.05
In the midst of a global catastrophe, people all over the world can still attain a sense of class and prestige. Here, seen on the streets of Paris, a derelict successor to the famous quilted Chanel clutch sought after by so many a fashionista. Classic Chanel punched bag in leather: €1160. Handbag maintenance: €400. Brown paper bag with attached metal hardware: priceless.


I LIKE.

Tommy Hilfiger S/S 2010 Ad Campaign

...Tommy Hilfiger S/S 2010 by Unwerth...

I'm loving the S/S 2010 campaign for Tommy Hilfiger. It reminds me of an old postcard from Miami. Can Ellen Von Unwerth do any harm? She was also photographer for Lacoste's new S/S 2010 ad campaign. Stunning photography indeed; the high-contrast + clean aesthetic really seems to work for summer: I feel that I've gone blind.

CLICK FOR LACOSTE + MORE TOMMY

Jean-Charles de Castelbajac, Topkapital 2008

...Jean-Charles de Castelbajac...
Castelbajac stands for everything I believe in. I've been waiting a long time for art of this caliber to hatch. It exhibited at Paradise Row in London under the show name Triumph of the Sign. Fitting; very fitting.
"In Triumph of the Sign, Castelbajac presents a series of paintings that articulate his fascination with, broadly, the tensions and synergies between high art and consumer culture, and most specifically that defining element of contemporary visual culture – the brand logo."
Castelbajac also does fashion, and let me tell you, it's no short of exuberant. Anyone remember Lady Gaga and the green muppet sweater she wore to some event? That was Castelbajac. What about the Lego print dress? Castelbajac again. Man, I wish I had his money...

I LIKE.

Hudson's Bay Company Canada Toque 2009/2010

...Hudson's Bay Company CANADA toque...

C$30

I. Want. This. Toque. It's beautiful and speaks to the true Canadian in me... Go Canada! Tonight was the closing ceremony for the Vancouver 2010 Winter Olympic Games... I am practically in love with everything in the HBC collection (designed by Arcade).

I WANT.

Burberry A/W 2010 Brocade Sweater

...Burberry A/W 2010 Military brocade knit sweater...

C$866

On an expedition to LuisAviaRoma.com, I happened upon the PRICE of this Burberry sweater that I blogged about a while back. It's very dangerous, this. I wonder how hard I would have to work in order to achieve the purchase of this beautiful garment? As I understand, only pre-orders are being accepted, and if I were to make a purchase, I would only receive it in September. I hope they're kidding.

I WANT.

Raf Simons show sandal S/S 2009

...Raf Simons Show Sandal S/S 2009...

£479.00

Holy. SHIT. If these only came in black........I would like to repeat myself.

I WANT..

Ralph Lauren Varsity Sweater A/W 2009

...Ralph Lauren A/W 2009 Varsity cotten sweater...

US$165

I want this collegiate-style sweater. The big letters are speaking to me... I believe they are saying: Buy me! Otherwise, I don't quite understand what the letters are saying here.

I WANT.

Burberry A/W 2010 Leather Backpack

...Burberry A/W 2010 Brown Oversized tarnished leather backpack...
£850.00

This leather backpack is awesome. I have to say, Burberry makes the best bags. It's such a simple design, and not overtly logo-ish (I can't even see the logo on this!). By the looks of it, the leather seems sturdy and durable; kinda looks like something my grandpa would have worn during the war?


I WANT.

Burberry A/W 2010 Nylon Bag

...Burberry A/W 2010 Packable Nylon tote bag...
US$250

I remember seeing this exact bag in the LAX airport customs hall in December. What is it these days with everything being capable of collapsing? Is everyone travelling the globe and there's a stigma against space and proper bags? Actually, I'm no one to complain: I love the idea of the out-of-sight bag: there when you need it, gone when you don't... would have been perfect for the 16 hour journey to Sydney.


I WANT.

Bottega Veneta S/S 2007

...Bottega Veneta S/S 2007...

The look is a cool elegance. Kinda reminds me of someone getting ready for a party in a rush: running around the house looking for matching colour garments, with no time for ironing. I want it.

I WANT.

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Pieke Bergman Lamp

...Pieke Bergmans Lamp...

I could never imagine a lamp melting, but surely I am wrong. Here, Pieke Bergmans's series of crystal-made lamps are infected by the dreaded Design Virus. Exhibited at Milan's Salone Del Mobile in 2008, his stuff is simply brilliant... it kinda look moldable, but being made of crystal, I am sure they will shatter if sat on.

I WANT.

Burberry A/W 2010 Button Shoulders

...Burberry A/W 2010...

C$---

Autumn/Winter 2010 collection may be the greatest start to an upcoming season. Without knowledge of price, I already know I'll be dreaming of this one, though it might be a tad bit unconventional for everyday... and how will anyone put a jacket over this?

I WANT.

Bell&Ross Black

...Bell&Ross S Ceramic Black Dial watch...

C$4,366

There is just something about this watch that exudes a certain elegance and military precision. Love the patent-leather strap. And for close to $5,000, it could all be mine...

I WANT

Gucci S/S 2010

...Gucci botties with clip details and engraved gucci logo...
C$690

These beauties come in white leather and nylon with a grey webbing and black grosgrain trim

I WANT > GUCCI

Lanvin S/S 2009 Beaded T-Shirt

...Lanvin S/S 2009 Beaded T-Shirt...
C$----

Um, I don't quite care if this t-shirt is already two seasons too late; I want this. It comes in red, but black looks nice too. This is similar to many of Alber's (apparent) other trompe l'oeil pieces for 2009... I could only imagine the price.

I WANT.

Z Zegna A/W 2009

...Z Zegna A/W 2009...

C$----

Oh my, if only I had known about this back in 2009. Alessandro Sartori has really done a number for Zegna; look at the details, the depth, the darkness. Bravo.

I WANT.

Lanvin S/S 2009 Sneaker

...Lanvin S/S 2009 Red pearled Sneaker...

C$600-900

These are simply beautiful. Golden heel and golden toe make for a delightfully red pearly future. And they're high top... reminds me of Lanvin's sneaker wall/bookcase on Rue du Faubourg Saint-Honoré in Paris. What a fantastic melange of sneaker vs. couture. Maybe.

I WANT.