Showing posts with label love it or loathe it. Show all posts
Showing posts with label love it or loathe it. Show all posts

7.2.11

Earn Those Xs and Os: 5 Gifts to Get Into Her Heart

News flash: Valentine's Day is just one week away! Okay okay, so maybe it is just a Hallmark holiday, but that doesn't mean you shouldn't seize the opportunity to earn those Xs and Os. Fortunately for you, today's gift guide is your essential road map into her heart--and at five reasonable price points to boot!

For under $25, you may not be able to give her the sun, but at least you can keep the rain away with this Clear Bubble Umbrella from Urban Outfitters. I fell in love with this umbrella style when I was in London last year but couldn't for the life of me find a vendor actually selling them! Fortunately for me (and you), they've made it to the good ol' US of A--this time sporting a cheerfully festive red handle and trim that will remind her of your love even on the rainiest of days. And if you really want to stand under her umbrella? Well then, I dare you to channel Rihanna and serenade her... Price tag: $18

For under $50, give her two hearts instead of one with a pair of festively adorable Glitter Heart MP3 Speakers by Juicy Couture. What girl doesn't love an instant dance party?--and especially one in such cute packaging. These glitter adorned, heart-shaped speakers with Juicy's logo banners fit conveniently into the headphone jack of any MP3 player or computer. And not for nothing, if you're not especially partial to her musical taste (my adorable husband thinks that listening to my iPod is akin to slow torture), this concession is sure to steal her heart. Price tag: $48

For under $75, you can win her over by supporting a good cause, thanks to these customizable Converse Red All Star I "Heart" sneaker. Wearing your heart on your sleeve is so last year. This Valentine's day, let her wear your heart on her shoe, and take pride in the fact that 15% of the net retail sales of these Converse (PRODUCT) RED™ shoes will be paid to The Global Fund to Fight AIDS, Tuberculosis and Malaria. Starting with a blank canvas in the form of Chuck Taylor All Stars, choose her favorite colors for the shoe's outside body, rubber sidewall, racing stripe, laces, tongue, and stitching. For the finishing touch, melt her heart by filling in the blank: I "heart" ___________. Price tag: $65

For an even $100, you can cook your way into her heart with a set of four Mini-Cocottes by Le Creuset. Show her what you're made of in the kitchen by serving her favorite meal. And since presentation is everything, you're sure to win points with this scaled-down version of Le Creuset's famous cast iron casseroles in a festive red enamel. As an added bonus, this set comes with a special Le Creuset cookbook, featuring 25 unique recipes specifically developed for this cookware. Price tag: $100

For under $150, you can personalize her preppie with this Personalized Foldable Tote from Longchamp. If your love is an Eternal Prepster, she's guaranteed to fall head-over-heels for her very own customized Longchamp. You can opt for a festive deep red tote--or choose from one of Longchamp's other signature colors: black, chocolate, graphite, or navy. Then select one of three monogram styles, along with your desired monogram color (black, green, red, brown, gold, navy, purple, or orange). After all, if your girl is one of a kind, shouldn't her bag be the same? Price tag: $145

So no matter your budget, let your lady love know how you feel with one of these five fabulously festive Valentine's treats! And if you play your cards right, you might earn an X and an O at the end of the night. Happy shopping, lovers!




Images, in order of appearance: (1) Clear Bubble Umbrella in red $18, from Urban Outfitters (http://www.urbanoutfitters.com/); (2) Glitter Heart MP3 Speakers by Juicy Couture $48, available from Neiman Marcus (http://www.neimanmarcus.com/); (3) (Converse) RED All Star I "Heart" $65, available online from Converse (http://www.converse.com/); (4) Mini-Cocottes by Le Creuset, set of 4 in red $100, available at Bloomingdales (www.bloomingdales.com); (5) Personalized Foldable Tote in deep red by Longchamp $145, available at Saks Fifth Avenue (http://www.saksfifthavenue.com/).

30.6.10

Love It or Loathe It? Episode 8: Silly Bandz for Adults???


I simply had to laugh when I saw that Silly Bandz made the New York Times fashion headlines in my iGoogle today! For those unfamiliar with Silly Bandz, they are essentially rubber bands--in an array of bright colors--that are shaped like objects such as a peace sign, a guitar, or an animal. They are designed to be worn on the wrist, but they revert back to their original shape when taken off. Apparently, they have been the hot item amongst today's youth (much like I snap bracelets were in my day--can I get an Amen?) for some time now--and according to today's Times' article, Older Audience for Child’s Bracelet Is Not a Stretch, adults are now getting in on the silliness too! In fact, my adorable college-age sister told me that one of her friends wears a single silly band on her wrist--and that it serves as a fun conversation piece.

Anyway, with my love of bracelets no secret, I'm sort of intrigued by this still-rising trend that has taken over one demographic and moved right on to the next. But now I want to hear from YOU! The question for today's episode of Love It or Loathe It? is (appropriately) a bit silly: Silly Bandz for adults--love it or loathe it? And why? Send me an email or post your comments!



Image: an edgy adult wearing Silly Bandz just like the kids, photo from The New York Times article, Older Audience for Child’s Bracelet Is Not a Stretch by Kayleen Schaefer; full article available online by clicking here.

14.4.10

The Curator: Have I Changed My Mind?


Last spring, we voted on harem pants in Episode 3 of Love It or Loathe It?, but my new found love for (obsession might actually be a better word) J. Crew's Curator Pant has made me question my conviction. The fact that I have to make a conscious effort to not wear these pants to work everyday makes me wonder: have I changed my mind??? Gasp.

Just to reminisce a bit, here is what I said on the subject last year: When harem pants first returned to the runway some time ago, I cringed, vowing to myself that I would definitely NOT be embracing this look. Then I began to wonder if my reaction was my typical "I fear change" knee-jerk response, the same way I initially responded to skinny jeans, leggings, and pointy-toed shoes.

However, my ultimate conclusion was this: I think it's fair to say that any apparel selection hinting of Aladdin and/or Jasmine should be put back on the rack, unless it's Halloween. That said, my conclusion is this: harem pants, SO NOT HAUTE!!! Just say no.

Yet, here we are--and I won't even try to argue with the fact that the Curator bears some resemblance to the harem pant. HOWEVER, I fully believe that their appeal lies in the fact that they are a more subtle amalgamation of the harem pant--with a noticeably less saggy butt (I know, I know--but it needed to be said). To clarify: where the harem sags, the Curator slouches--and that, dearest fashionista friends, has made all the difference. And not for nothing, but wouldn't you much rather be a curator than a member of a harem??? Just sayin'.




Image: Matte Jersey Curator Pant $168 by J. Crew (www.jcrew.com).

2.3.10

The Verdict: Keep It Together!

Dearest fashionista friends, let me first thank you for your fiercely impassioned responses to our hot debate over split-toed ankle boots (decidedly NOT hot). For the first time in Love It or Loathe It? history, the verdict was unanimous: LOATHE! But since your feelings on the issue were so strong and well-reasoned, I wanted to share the details of our discussion...

As my dear friend, Lauren, pointed out, we are not the first to take a stance on this issue. In fact, at this time last year, the fabulous Perez Hilton shared his dismay about this terrible fashion faux-pas, citing the above photo of Sarah Jessica Parker. In his words, not mine, let the camel toe and horse face jokes begin!

Among my favorite responses were the following:

  • If I wanted people to see the curvature of my toes, I would just wear socks around all day.

  • Looks stupid and uncomfortable and makes me think of people who wear socks with flip flops. If you're not a ninja turtle, these shoes have no purpose.

  • LOATHE IT! They took an already awful thing and added one more element to hate about it!

  • They look like they are made for cows or goats.

  • Nasty, nasty, nasty!

  • It screams ninja turtle toes!!! It also reminds me of when people wear socks with flip flops...ouch!

  • I hope it doesn't become one of those trends that we all swear we'd never get caught dead in--but then take over our wardrobe in a couple months.

  • Okay, no, this is gross.
  • This looks like a camel toe, literal camel toe, not perverse camel toe. That being said, anything that resembles even-toed ungulates (thank you Wikipedia), I am vehemently passing on.

  • Loathe it. Fit for a horse or cow--but NOT a lady.

Like I said before, the verdict was unanimous: there will be NO split-toed monstrosities for these fashionistas! So please, let's keep it together, shall we? And by "it," I mean our toes. After all, we're not barn yard animals. Clearly.



Images: Sarah Jessica Parker in Martin Margiela split-toed ankle boots (and commentary), thanks to Perez Hilton (http://perezhilton.com).

26.2.10

Love It or Loathe It? Episode 7

It's been far too long since my last episode of Love It or Loathe It?, where we hash out the latest and greatest fashion questions. Fortunately--and fortuitously--the opportunity presented itself to me while I was innocently online window shopping at Saks. Behold, the split-toe ankle boot...

I am so NOT a fan, but it does raise an interesting footwear fashion question: Do you love or loathe the split-toe look? And why?... The verdict will follow on Monday so get your votes in! And as always, thank you for your help and fashion savvy.

XOXO,
Lolly


Image: Split-Toe Ankle Boots by Maison Martin Margiela $945, available at Saks Fifth Avenue (www.saksfifthavenue.com).

6.11.09

Unheeled? Maybe Never...

A couple of weeks ago, I asked you, my lovely fashionista friends, to tell me your thoughts on heels. More specifically, to heel or not to heel?--that was my question. Given the name of this blog, it seems like an appropriate forum to discuss heels. But the more I think about it, the more I wonder when she/me will indeed "come unheeled?" Maybe never...

Last month, the New York Times' Room for Debate Blog addressed "Why We Love the Shoes That Hurt Us." Not surprisingly, that headline caught my eye immediately, as I ask myself that very question all the time. Why do I keep going back to my gorgeous black Christian Louboutin pumps when, after wearing them for a whole day, it feels as though my shoes are filling with blood? Is the fact that I constantly get paralyzing foot cramps any indication that maybe I should lay off the sky-high heels? Perhaps. Yet, I don't (or won't?). I like to consider myself an intelligent and fashion-forward individual, so what gives?

Some would suggest height as a motivation, but I can confidently reject that reason. I've been walking tall at 5'11" for as long as I can remember--yet, I still opt for death-defying footwear that places me around 6'3" on an almost daily basis. Plus, these days it seems that everyone is in heels. If we're all tacking on the inches, then the added height is essentially pointless. So if not height, then what?

We're so vain. The Times blog debate quoted Nancy Rexford, author of Women's Shoes In America: 1795 to 1930, who explained this seemingly inexplicable lust for heels: In an age of slovenliness and fat, simply being thin is a mark of status, and high heels emphasize the advantage by lengthening the leg. Add platform soles, and you rise superior to a wasteland of waddling sweatshirts and dumpy athletic shoes.

At least for me personally, it's difficult to deny Rexford's explanation. After all, I look much, much better in heels than I ever would in flats. If I'm wearing a skirt or a dress, my legs look longer and leaner with heels on. If I'm wearing pants, I prefer the way the fabric falls over heels. Though I might be more comfortable in a pair of flats or even low pumps, I am willing to pay quite a high premium for a confidence strictly available with a 4-inch boost.

So what do we heel-lovers sacrifice in the name of fashion? My sister is one of the few fashionistas I know who doesn't wear heels. When I asked her why, she quoted Agador from The Birdcage, saying with a smile, I do not wear the shoes... because... they make me fall down. Joking aside, I remember walking arm-in-arm with Daddy at my wedding, frantically whispering, "Don't let me fall, don't let me fall!" as we made our way across the sloping lawn. Wearing 4-inch wedges, I clutched his arm--delicately, of course--for dear life. But my shoes, like my wedding, were perfect. So it was worth it.

Yet, as far as health goes, Marlene Reid, the Naperville, Illinois podiatrist and spokeswoman for the American Podiatric Medical Association quoted in the Times blog piece, explains that many podiatric physicians are concerned about the future problems stemming from shoe choices. High-heels are an obvious target, causing pain in the ball of the foot and knees as early as one's 20's. More interesting is the fact that flats are not exempt. Rather, continuously wearing (unsupportive) flats can result in arch problems for both women and men. I'm no podiatrist, but it looks to me like we're damned if we do, damned if we don't--short of wearing running shoes all the time (gross).

The age-old expression, beauty is pain, seems appropriate for this footwear conundrum. Are sacrifices in the name of fashion simply inevitable? In a recent Washington Post article, shoe maestro Christian Louboutin confessed, I would hate for someone to look at my shoe and say, "Oh my God! That looks so comfortable!" That's not what I want to project. But I'm not a sadist. I don't believe suffering makes you beautiful. But comfort is not part of my creative process. The take-home message? Suffering, while not mandatory, may be unavoidable--at least as far as your L'Bouts go.

Reid, on the other hand, argues that healthy feet does not require sacrificing fashion. To keep your feet happy and healthy, she suggests dropping down half an inch in heel height for stability, selecting shoes with padding, and alternating your heel height daily. Never wear a shoe that doesn’t allow you to walk normally. Alternatively, if you're wedded to those gorgeous sky-high heels, you can cheat a bit. Remember that scene in The Devil Wears Prada when a faceless Runway employee quickly slips out of her clogs and into her pumps when word gets out that Miranda has entered the building? Similarly, I have a friend who keeps a pair of flats or flip-flops in her bag for commuting purposes. Another friend will only wear heels when there is no extensive walking involved.

We all have our reasons for loving heels: longer legs; better posture; feeling confident, powerful, sexy, etc.; that irresistible clicking sound they make against the floor. Or not: they hurt; they're bad for your feet/body; you can't walk properly; that annoying clicking sound they make against the floor. Heels or flats? Given the option, as Victoria Beckham once said, Heels! I just can't concentrate in flats. But that doesn't mean that a girl can't come unheeled every now and then. I mean, Chanel does make some darling ballet flats, and I lovelovelooove my Chucks with jeans when I'm bumming around! But at the end of the day, I'll side with Manolo Blahnik every time: You put high heels on and you change. End of story.



Sources: (1) "Why We Love the Shoes That Hurt Us" from the Editors of the The New York Times (click here to see the full text); (2) Christian Louboutin, quoted in The Washington Post (click here to see the full text); (3) Thanks also to all the fashionistas who shared their opinions on heels with me!

Images, in order of appearance: (1) Girl in heels, photo from FabSugarUK (http://www.fabsugar.co.uk/); (2) Me! putting my shoes on, photographed by Ross Jacob Photographers (online at http://www.rossjacob.com/); (3) Christian Louboutin, image thanks to http://www.panachereport.com/; (4) Victoria Beckham, photo from SoftPedia (www.news.softpedia.com).

31.8.09

Episode 5, The Verdict: Give Marilyn Manson and Faux Fur Vests A Chance

When a fabulous faux fur vest made an appearance in the window display of French Lessons, one of my favorite local boutiques, I immediately added it to my list of fall fashion "must buys." Chic yet functional, I could picture myself wearing it casually or out on the town; don't you just love versatility?


Feeling confident that faux fur vests will be all the rage this season, I had to know your thoughts. I mean, I couldn't be the only fashionista out there waiting for the temperature to drop, right? So I opened it up to Love It or Loathe It?, the fifth episode, starring (obvi) faux fur vests: hot or not?


I was surprised to discover that y'all are a bunch of haters! Truly. Either that or I'm losing my edge, a possibility that I simply cannot accept. But I did ask, so I have no one to blame but myself. That said, the nay-sayers all make solid points, and some even made me giggle:
  • I personally don't like the way fur looks, real or fake. I prefer sleeker lines, tailored edges, and fur tends to be too blurry for me. However, fur lining is hella warm. Decisions, decisions.

  • If I wanted to wear a rug, I would just lie down on the floor and roll myself up in a carpet.

  • Faux fur vests and vests in general do not speak to me at all. If a gal needs a little extra cover-up in cool weather, I'm all for sleek, slinky, finely-knitted cardigans. Fits in with current "Mad Men" sartorial craze, don't you think? In matters of taste, always refer to Audrey Hepburn, the style queen of all ages.

  • There is a certain je ne sais quoi about fur that makes me feel that only ladies who lunch can truly get away with wearing it... So for the everygirl like myself, this fur vest is a definite no. However, if fur is your thing, let it be fake or risk the wrath of angry Peta-filled mobs.

  • To be worn only while wearing wide-leg denim and over-sized sunglasses while religiously sipping a grande nonfat latte. Also requisite: your name is Rachel Zoe.

Ahhh, who doesn't love a good Rachel Zoe joke? Of course, there are some on the fence, who appreciate the concept of faux fur vests but can't see it playing out in their own wardrobe. The neutral territory of Love It or Loathe It?, if you will:
  • I think I would be a little overwhelmed wearing one myself, but I think it definitely looks good on some people in the right situation. I can only handle fur accessories or parts of an article being fur, like the hood on your Juicy sweatshirt.

Last but (absolutely) not least are the fabulously fierce few who like it HOT:

  • Love it. Especially with dark skinnies and cute jewelry.

I place myself in this latter category for sure. I love the regal, timeless look of fur, and while I don't necessarily consider myself an animal activist, faux fur is both animal-friendly and budget-friendly--so it's a win/win in my book.

As far as the vest component is concerned, I have been a vest convert for many moons now, as they provide practically the same degree of warmth as a jacket, while letting you breathe a little too. Furthermore, as vests lack the utilitarian bulkiness of a jacket, the other elements of your carefully crafted outfit can see and be seen. Again, a win/win.

Do I sound defensive? How unbecoming... Let me say it this way instead: a faux fur vest is a fierce, contemporary reinterpretation of a the classically elegant fur coat or stole. Think of it as a cover, like when Marilyn Manson covered Screamin' Jay Hawkins' I Put A Spell On You for the soundtrack to David Lynch's 1997 Lost Highway. At first, it's borderline sacrilege--but then you realize that, as much as you want to hate it, you are totally and completely in love.

So, yes, that's my argument: give Marilyn Manson and faux fur vests a chance.





Images, in order of appearance: (1) "Mongola" Faux Fur Vest by Joie $318, available at Bloomingdale's (online at www.bloomingdales.com); (2) Hooded Faux Fur Vest by Juicy Couture $278, also from Bloomingdale's.

25.8.09

Love It or Loathe It? Episode 5

Mark my words:

When the temperatures plummet this fall/winter,
faux fur vests are going to be HOT HOT HOT!

So what do you think?

The Faux Fur Vest:
To love or loathe?--That is the question.

Send me an email or post your comments.

Until the verdict...
XOXO,
Lolly



Image: Faux Fur Vest by Juicy Couture $298, available at Saks Fifth Avenue (online at http://www.saksfifthavenue.com/).

5.6.09

Love It or Loathe It? Episode 4

Happy Friday, fashionistas! With summer just around the corner, I've been giving some thought to beach chic. If you've been doing any swimwear shopping, then you have likely seen the monokini gracing both store racks and catalog pages. So, the question of the day is...


the monokini: love it or loathe it?

Send me an email or a post a comment, and then stay tuned for the verdict on Monday!


The lovable and/or loathe-able Paris Hilton, donning a monokini; photo courtesy of www.peoplestylewatch.com.

15.5.09

Harem: Haute or Not? (Episode 3: The Verdict)

When harem pants first returned to the runway some time ago, I cringed, vowing to myself that I would definitely NOT be embracing this look. Then I began to wonder if my reaction was my typical "I fear change" knee-jerk response, the same way I initially responded to skinny jeans, leggings, and pointy-toed shoes. I mean, the runway models rock it out pretty well. Then again, they are the female version of unicorns, and for this reason they can pull of styles that would fail miserably in everyday life. So, my little lovelies, this is how we find ourselves at Love It or Loathe It, Episode 3: the harem pants question... Haute or not???

All in favor, say I:
  • If they are understated and tasteful then they are a fashion DO.

  • I love and covet them, but they are a don't unless you are a hundred feet fall and 6 pounds and straight as a boy. Bottom line: I like, but i don't think I'll buy.

  • LOVE. It's how you wear them, the right fit, quality of material, etc... I own a few pairs already and have worn them to work. I have seen some people wear them and look awful in them. These pants are not meant for everyone.

  • I guess if we're talking high fashion, then yes, a well-placed harem pant can be the perfect addition to a fitted tank and feminine scarf or accessories. Pair it with a Greek sandal, we're in business.
  • As a big-bottomed girl, I like them, they flow. Not tight, fun, often more colorful, and leave lots to imagination-- and I think that is often more feminine than a full platter in your face.

While I hoped this blog would safely avoid the discussion of bodily functions, apparently the discussion of harem pants made that impossible. Consider yourself warned. That said, let's give some air time to the best of those opposed:

  • HUGE don't... It looks like you pooped yourself and no one has come along to change you yet!

  • They're very MC Hammer-esque, which I'm not a fan of. Of course, there are ways to make them work--especially with certain body types--but for the majority I'd say it's a thumbs down... I'm not a fan of the baggy.
  • DON'T!!!! Why wear pants that look as though you've pooped in them?

  • Fashion don't! They're more like MC Hammer pants! I don't think anyone can pull this off!

  • If we're talking anywhere stylistically below 5th Avenue or Newbury Street, then that's not something I want to see. I don't want to see suburban women in the Burlington Mall (or worse, in the Pheasant Lane, Trashua) wearing ill-fitting harem pants purchased at Target (don't get me wrong, I love Target, but for this sensitively fitting garment, the quality just won't be there) paired with a stained Patriots sweatshirt. No thank you.

  • ONLY when on vacation in Africa or Southeast Asia.

  • Consider whether or not it would be something that Audrey Hepburn would wear. An appropriate style icon, to be sure. Audrey wore sleek, well-fitted garments that accentuated her shape, it didn't create shapes that weren't there. Therein lies the flaw in the harem pant. Fashion oughtn't exist in attention-demanding, but rather in the seamless illusion that clothes can create.

Probably the funniest point with regard to harem pants question was made by fellow blogstar, Lizzie, appropriately quoting the music selection from Disney's Aladdin: Prince Ali! Fabulous he! Ali Ababwa... Genuflect, show some respect! Down on one knee!...



I've clearly failed in remaining unbiased in this discussion, but I think it's fair to say that any apparel selection hinting of Aladdin and/or Jasmine should be put back on the rack, unless it's Halloween. That said, my conclusion is this: harem pants, SO NOT HAUTE!!! Just say no.






Harem pants from Balmain's Fall 2009 collection, posted by Rag Pony, another fierce fashion blog, online at http://ragpony.blogspot.com/. Imagine from Disney's Aladdin, available online at www.disney.com.

12.5.09

Love It or Loathe It? Episode 3

Love It
or
Loathe It?
presents...
harem pants


Are they a fashion DO or a fashion DON'T?
You be the judge--post a comment or send me an email.


XOXO
Lolly




Photo of harem pants from the Diane von Furstenberg runway, available online at http://www.dvf.com/.

31.3.09

The Verdict, Episode 2: Loathe It

Giorgio Armani once said, "Jeans represent democracy in fashion." You're not going to get an argument from me on that one. Living in LA for four years changed my whole concept of jeans, which accordingly changed my life. For real. Actually, I think I may have heard a heavenly chorus when I purchased my first pair of A-pocket Sevens (or maybe it was the frantic beeping of cars on Melrose?) all those years ago--and I've been a jeans girl ever since.

My complete and utter adoration for denim, in all cuts and washes, is what leaves me loathing this Rock & Republic runway impostor (insert ominous music here): faux denim leggings. Ick. More like faux pas. Apparently, I'm not the only one who feels this way. According to your feedback, 58% of you loathe this look, while only 17% love it. The remaining 25% feel like it would depend on the style and the occasion. How democratic of you.

Since I'm proving to be more and more bias with every word I type, I'll open it up to your fabulous commentary to keep things cool:
  • I am on the fence about them. A cute dark denim pair might be ok.
  • Ick. Not jumping on this trend as: 1.) I am not a supermodel and pair my leggings with long tees or tunics so no need for faux pocket detail. 2.) I can't help but think about those t-shirts screen printed with bikinis. 3.) I saw that R&R also made a version for men. No thank you.
  • I looooooooooooove them. Those non-denim wonders are a work of art!
  • NO WAY! Jeans are jeans, a part of our American past. Don't try to change them into something they aren't. They are too great the way they are....in denim!
  • I talked it over with some friends and we've decided it depends on the occasion that you rock them at. Wearing them to class or out to lunch--loathe it. Wearing them on a fun night out, paired with a top that only Lolly could recommend--love it.
  • I think of Madonna, or Agyness Deyn--you have to be pretty rock and roll to pull it off.
  • LOATHE! Ain't nothin' like the real thing, baby. Jeans are so wonderful as they are, and spandies are also fabu as they are--so never cross the two! This has reached the boundaries of identity confusion.
  • Perhaps these faux denim leggings by Rock & Republic are very close to the real deal, but I'm already cringing when I envision the $10 knock-offs they will inspire. Also, a girl (or boy for that matter) has to get their fitness on if s/he wants to look rockin' in some skin-tight jeans. The extra effort of getting those pants up makes it worth the missed donut. These faux denim leggings are too easy.
  • Paired with the right top/jewelry, and the appropriate occasion, like a trendy art opening, I think it would be a fun, Madonna-infused, pop art kind of outfit that could turn some heads.

I'll admit, the lovers out there make some good points...but as for me, I will forever choose to the live in the United States of Denim, wearing R&Rs made of the real thing. In denim I trust.



Kiedis Skull Jeans by Rock & Republic. Visit Rock & Republic online at www.rockandrepublic.com.