Meet Vivienne Westwood, also known as the Queen of Shoes. If you’ve never heard of her then now you have. If you just so happen to be in London, stop by the Selfridges Ultralounge in London to see the exhibit showcasing Westwood’s 30+ years in the footwear industry. The exhibit showcases her life as an incredible designer, her amazing artistic individuality and some of the best pieces of her 30 year collection. Click for the continuation.

Starting today, Ralph Lauren is holding an exhibition showcasing the companies vintage pieces that draw directly from the beautiful designs of Native Americans. A timeless look at one of America’s top brands showing its wingspan of design. Simply a must see. That of course is if you’re in Tokyo. (via)

Monaco Grand Gallery

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Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
Japan

Lindsey Thornburg is from the super high-up mountains of Colorado, and has a super-elevated sense of style. And she’s reached the peak of outerwear perfection with her line of super-limited cloaks which you can see from 15 blocks away. She’s color crazy and in love with Peru and the American Southwest. We just found this neat little interview with her over at Contributing Editor, so click to take a peak…

Want to get in this game? Start with the Fashionary, a new tool that can take any student or designer from baby steps to runway walks. It’s got everything you ever wanted to know about sketching, measurements, cutting, sewing, templates, etc. Click for the continuation.

In this six-page spread for the September Issue of Dazed and Confused, stylist Robbie Spencer mixes and matches fall collections for a grunge inspired wardrobe. Photographer Sharif Hamza captures the rebelliousness and apathy of youth successfully and beautifully.

Granddaughter of American literary icon Ernest Hemingway, and daughter of actress and writer Mariel Hemingway, Dree has definitely made a name for herself in the fashion industry. The self-described “queen of layering” has as much style when she’s off duty as when she’s walking the runways. These are some of my favorite looks of Dree Hemingway’s killer personal style.

If you haven’t guessed it by now, we’re a bit in love with denim. The history of it, the feel of it, the story behind it and how it truly becomes yours over time. As you probably know, it’s not just any denim that becomes “yours” over time, is a very specific type. It’s the type of denim that dates back to when the material was created, when it was used daily, hardly ever taken off, and worn by men who had no fucking clue what “whisker stripes” were.

So we’re proud to add yet another contender in the “heavyweight hitters” of denim category. In about a month, we’ll be joining a list of about 20 retailers across the glob to carry  San Francisco’s Tellason denim. Click to read more.

What were you doing when you graduated from high school? At the tender age of 18, Karlie Kloss has already appeared in Teen Vogue multiple times, Italian Vogue, Vogue, Numero, Muse, German Glamour, Korean W and W Magazine, RUSSH, British Vogue, French Vogue, i-D, and Chinese Vogue, as well as walked the runways for such names as Calvin Klein, Gucci, Alexander McQueen, Chloe, Valentine, Viktor & Rolf, Marni, Carolina Herrera, Pringle of Scotland, Marc Jacobs, Givenchy, Lanvin, Oscar de la Renta, Christian Dior, Hermes, and more. The 5’11″ graceful (she studied ballet at Caston’s Ballet Academy) beauty has also been ranked 5th by models.com in the Top 50 Models List. Talk about impressive.

The good people over at Grungy Gentleman just posted a nice Q&A with designer Huw Bennett of Vanishing Elephant, the three man operation out of Australia that also includes Felix Chan, and Arran Russell. Click here for the interview.

Mario Testino’s tenth book, Kate Moss by Mario Testino, was just released in July. The limited edition book is the photographer’s dedication to his favorite muse, following the iconic supermodel from her early days to her Vogue covers. Included are also never before published photos from his private archive. Buy yours at Taschen!

Standing out like a sore thumb, the old, yet marvelous structure at 190 Bowery looks at you everyday. With the New Museum and Bowery Hotel just down the street, along with an ever growing number of modernly-restored new buildings, the building leaves a bit of a mystery. With its own the resident stoop man holding it down and untouched graffiti left to cover the walls on the outside, it is now a reminder from New York’s yesteryear. On the inside though, it’s the NY dream house of photographer Jay Maisel. Click for the continuation.

Kate Moss. I wonder how many times you’ve been photographed in your life? Do we really care? These latest ones of you shot by Patrick Demarchelier for the The Moss Factor editorial in the September 2010 issue of Vogue UK. PS, those red pants look amazing on you. Click for the full set.

Need Supply Co. just won first place in Richmond Magazine’s category for Best Designer Denim Selection. “In 14 years of business, Need Supply Co. has won the allegiance of shoppers from Richmond to the Ukraine (no joke) with more than 200 denim varieties for both men and women. Owner Chris Bossola says the women always go for the dark skinny jeans while the men grab the raw APC denim. Why? Versatility of course, Bossola says.”

Click here to shop our men’s denim. Click here to shop women’s denim.

Richmond, Virginia’s own Born Ugly is coming to LA this week for two art shows and the premiere of Issue #7! If you’re in the Southern California area then come out and see these assholes and show some love. Click for the continuation.

I love the retro-inspired looks of Marc Jacobs’ Resort 2011 line. The whole thing makes me want to fill up the inflatable pool and sip cocktails on a lawn chair in the backyard all day. Here are a few of my favorites, see the entire collection here

Just got in this great video that showcases one of our favorite new denim companies, North Carolina’s own, Raleigh Denim. The video really gives you a look at the entire story of the company and their true patronage to the roots and heritage of the garment industry in North Carolina. It’s one of those videos that makes you think twice about buying a pair of jeans that are made overseas. The beauty of it all is the simplicity of their mission: to help revitalize the garment industry in North Carolina. Click to see the video.

You know, I think some girls could actually pull these off and look good in them. Brazilian footwear label Melissa has teamed up with many designers in the past – Vivienne Westwood, Jean Paul Gaultier and even world renowned architect Zaha Hadid. Well now they have joined forces with Italian architect Gaetano Pesce to create a boot made entirely of compressed, interconnected recycled plastic circles. Not feeling the ankle boot? They’re designed for the user to create their own profile by cutting away at the edges. I can picture them with a pair of good jeans and a little scrunch at the end or….nah, maybe just some good jeans.

Our buddy Othello, who currently lives and works in NYC was just shot by our friend Lele for Vice style online. Click for the continuation.

Lou Doillon is a French actress, model and musician. She’s got an effortlessly cool sense of style that I’m really dying over right now. She is part rocker/party girl, and part fashion darling; In my opinion, a perfect mix. She always looks like she is so carelessly put together, but in such an impeccable way. Plus, I always love a girl who can rock a heavy bang.

For those of us that are obsessed with everything fashion, and stalk fashion blogs and lookbooks like it’s our job, there is knightcat. Knightcat covers everything fashion-related that you could possibly ever need, from editorials and campaigns to the runways, and even the more budget-friendly fashion finds. It’s the best place for both inspiration and longing.

As much as I’m loving the summer heat, I still can’t wait for fall dressing. I want to wear layers and chunky knits and high, high wedges every single day. Here’s a peek at some cozy looks from Alexander Wang’s Fall Collection to get you in the mood!

Well, it happened. I noticed it yesterday evening after my bike ride home. My 8-month old A.P.C.’s had gotten their first tear. Click for the continuation.

On July 4th of this year, Levis Strauss & Co. opened their flagship store in San Francisco. The Tailor Shop is truly a one-of-a-kind retail location where customization and special goods are plenty. The shop is not your standard retail box. Click for the continuation.

There are a lot of collections that are really hitting it home right now, and Acne is no exception. The 2011 Resort line is full of perfect jackets, big hats and boots and incredible white-on-white looks. I want to look this mysterious and powerful all the time. These are some of my favorite looks, or you can see the entire collection here.

Models always seem to have such an effortlessly cool sense of style, even off the runways. Altamira is a photoblog that captures models off duty, in their seriously chic street wear. See lots of familiar faces, minus the makeup. These are just a few of my favorite looks.

Rebranding an icon, it’s tough and often not necessary. Just look at Pepsi. But we’re pretty fond of the new look and feel of Miller High Life. Not necessarily a rebrand, but a refined look, much needed to show the true beauty of this staple. Click for the continuation.

Terry Richardson looses the white walls and bright flashes for a very well done shoot for Vogue. Freja Beha Erichsen is shot for The Untold Crime editorial for the August 2010 issue of Vogue Nippon. Click for the continuation.

This isn’t so much a brief history on wonderful sport tennis as it is a look back at what tennis used to be and where it is now. You see, what once was a gentleman’s game got a rude awakening in 1988. Click for the continuation.

Vanessa Jackman, and Australian photographer currently living in London, shows us absolutely killer street style from abroad! Check out her blog for awe- (and outfit) inspiring fashion!

Gemma Booth is a London-based photographer, who has been published in Japanese Vogue, i-D, Jalouse, Nylon and Lula among others. She has done commercial work for clients such as Chanel, ROXY, and American Eagle, as well as editorial and documentary work. I love the energy and attitude of her fashion photography, and her images are beautiful! See more work here and here

Usually, I live in neutrals. But Nicolas Ghesquière’s newest collection for Balenciaga is killing it. The colors and prints are amazing, and impeccably combined. And the shoes- I am just dying over the shoes! See the entire collection and plan your vacation wardrobe here.

YKK has branded more crotches than the entire porn industry, yet the three little letters that are found on nearly every single pair of pants still remains a mystery. Well we did a little looking around and got the scoop on the worlds most popular zipper. Click for the continuation.

Karl Hebert is an Austin, Texas based graphic designer, who is now living in France. His work has been recognized by Print Magazine, LogoLounge, and the Art Director’s Club of Houston, and he has work with companies such as the Livestrong Foundation and Keep Texas Beautiful, just to name a few. goldlunchbox is Karl’s design portfolio website of both his personal and professional work. You can even check out some of his undergraduate work from Texas State University.

It may be a little early to start thinking about fall fashion, but I love what is happening on the runways. After season of eighties and nineties throwbacks, something fresh is about to begin. Stella McCartney’s fall collection is simple and clean, with sparse colors and attention to detail. It’s beyond minimalism, full of sheers, slim trousers, and most importantly, lots of leg.

It’s not too often that you can find a designer that can blend high fashion with wearable fashion, and do it well. Tina Kalivas is an exception. Click for the continuation.

Karl Lagerfeld just got Napoleon’s medal. This of course, is the famous French Medal of Honor established by Napoleon Bonaparte, First Consul of the First Republic in 1892. The order is the highest decoration in France, thus now it belongs to Big Daddy K. Click to read more.

Everyone’s favorite girl just got shot by everyone’s favorite dude. Lindsay Lohan by good ol’ Terry Richardson for the Spring/Summer 2010 issue of Purple Magazine. Click for the barely safe for work continuation.

Back in 2008, denim God, Carl Chiara, design director LEVI’S CAPITAL E and RED COLLECTIONS got a little spotlight in GQ Magazine. We were looking through some old magazines and found it. Click to read more.

The American workforce, circa 1940 began to divide into two types of working classes: Blue-collar workers and white-collar workers. The blue-collars were what kept America running, they were the working class. Pure manual labor, which many of you today have never even seen. Hourly wage, short lunch breaks and dirt under your nails. White-collar workers or sitters watched from behind their desks. Click for the continuation…

You have over 10 pairs of these in your closet, two more on your front porch airing out and you’ve lost over 30 of them in your life. You’ve skated through half of them, 5 pairs don’t have laces, 2 pairs are covered in mud and you’ll probably go grab another pair next week. They are the original California skate shoe, the shoe that will never let your youth escape you. They are Vans. Click for the continuation.

This girl has an absolutely flawless sense of style. It’s simple, clean and crisp, yet detail-oriented. Most of her pieces are very affordable, and she mixes and matches separates like nobody’s business. See more photos of her great outfits on her blog.

If you’re ever worried about getting that nice new oxford wet, or proudly handing your date some coverage when leaving that nice restaurant, owning a solid, four season rain jacket is one of the most overlooked, essential items that every man should own and protect. Click for the continuation.

Straight Line Designs is a one-of-a-kind workshop that has been operating out of Vancouver, British Columbia for the last 25 years. In addition to installations, sculptures and private commissions, designer Judson Beaumont and his staff of eight full-time craftspeople have designed and constructed a variety of custom-built furniture and projects for public institutions and children’s exhibitions throughout North America and abroad. Focused on quality and custom design, Judson’s studio stays far away from mass production. This is just some of the cool stuff that comes out of Straight Line Designs- you can see even more here.

Jarno Kettunen is most known for his action drawings, which he makes directly at the backstage of fashion shows, concerts, etc. He has made live action drawings, describing the mood and energy of the collections, at shows like Jean Paul Gaultier, Dior Homme and A.F. Vandevorst, and has been published in magazines such as Nylon and Elle. See more of his work here

Todd Selby is a portrait, interiors, and fashion photographer and illustrator. His project The Selby offers an insider’s view of creative individuals in their personal spaces with an artist’s eye for detail. The Selby began in June 2008 as a website, www.theselby.com, where Todd posted photo shoots he did of his friends in their homes. Requests quickly began coming in daily from viewers all over the world who wanted their homes to be featured on the site. The Selby’s website became so popular—with up to 35,000 unique visitors daily—that within months, top companies from around the world began asking to collaborate.

Todd’s first book, The Selby is In Your Place, has just been released by Abrams.

Here are some pics (courtesy of Joseph Moss Photography) and a video of the Johnny Cupcakes Suitcase Tour at Need Supply Co. stop in Richmond, VA last Thursday! Tons of heads came out to show love for Johnny. Huge thanks to Johnny Cupcakes, Carytown Cupcakes, DJ Doddie Fresh, Joseph Moss Photography and everyone that braved the heat to support! Ch-check it oooouuuuttt! *if the video is slow to load, change to 480p.

Click here for the video of Johnny Cupcakes Suitcase Tour – Day 27 – Richmond, VA!

If you’re not ready for this Wednesday, let these images drop the lime in your margarita…

We’ve already introduced Billy Kirk to you earlier this month, but take a minute to look inside their workplace, see their tools, their attention to detail and their dire love for these products. Check out the video after the jump via The Scout.

When it comes to staples in any collection, having a classic worn-in oxford cloth button down, or OCBD as they call it on the boards is as essential as it gets. The shirt, whether worn by men or women can practically go with any dress to casual outfit. A light blue, red, or yellow oxford matched with worn in denim, blue or black, always fits, especially on girls, uuuuhhhh, and especially the morning after.

Originally made of only cotton, Oxford cloth utilizes a warp that that combines two fine filaments that are woven together to create a basket weave pattern that is sturdy but still allows the fabric to breathe. In fact, the material gets its name from the term that defines the process, which is referred to as the Oxford weave.

The traditional button down Oxford  shirts that are the ideal middle ground between casual and dressy, walking shorts, and a number of other casual wear items. Machine washable, Oxford cloth is an easy fabric to maintain, and tends to hold its shape. The result is household items that require little or no ironing after going through the laundry process. Click here to a nice little option we offer.

What I Saw Today is a collection of quick, daily fashion illustrations done by Richard Haines in NYC. Not too familiar with that name? Not many people are. However he has worked with some of the biggest names in the biz including Calvin Klein, Bill Blass, Perry Ellis & Sean Combs (just to name a few). He also will be teaching a class on Quick Fashion Sketching at Parsons this summer, starting June 8th if you’d like to sign up. Click here for the info. Click for the continuation.