We asked Lauren Dimet Waters of SecondCityStyle.com “What is your one fashion deal breaker?”

I’d have to go with Crocs. Any shoe that costs less then $20 and is made of plastic is hugely offensive to a true fashionista. I don’t care how comfortable they are! Fashion hurts baby!

Uggs are hideous too, but at least they are super warm (for those of us who have dogs and live in cold climates) and they cost more than $100. They however, are not a fashion statement and look ridiculous with a jean mini in 75 degree weather.

Now the biggest offender are NEON crocs. Shoot me now.

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Freaky item of the night. Vicktor & Rolf Dolls.

The pair have created seven outfits for the antique porcelain toys, which are on show in the store’s Wonderwall, a regular rotating showcase for designers’ and artists’ work. They totally freak me out and make me think of the Puppetmaster, or better yet, what the Puppetmaster would look like in Vicktor & Rolf. You do got to give it to the boys for their merchandising bravado. This is how you do it indies. Create a brand, then sell your soul and image into ever possible avenue, quick!!! Next up Vicktor & Rolf bedsheets, Vicktor & Rolf dental dams and Vicktor & Rolf’s Guide to Pregnancy. Just wait, it’s in the pipeline somewhere.

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A couple months ago I wrote this article on “Why Men Wear Their Pants So Low?” It was a joke piece based on my distaste for the tacky fashion statement. Apparently one of my reasons we’re correct. Yes, men who wear their pants low are GAY!!! The poof is in the pudding ladies. If your man insists on wearing them pants real low share with him this little niblet and buy him a belt.
There is a reason guys wear their pants like gangsters… and its completely gay.(no offense) All of the prison cliches may not be true, but… In prison if a man is someones “bitch” hes is made to “sag” his pants as a symbol of his taken status. This I assume is for easy access of the butch. When these “bitches” are freed they rarely wear their pants correctly. As a result the “saggin” look has trickled down into the mainstream. So remember, the next time you think dudes with their “sagging” pants are gangsters, let em know where they get their “style.”
I didn’t write it (wish I did). This dude did…

I really just love the fact that there is a website called 68Caliber.com.

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I’ve been having this constant debate in my head about the appropriate use of color in an outfit. Most claim that the most someone should incorporate into an outfit is three primary or secondary colors. So if you’re wearing a red dress, blue shoes and a yellow handbag you should be okay, right. We’ll obviously this “rule” of many stylist is a myth, complimentary colors are what’s really important in the end, but what about people who feel the need to go beyond the basic three rule? Are they color nomads with no home to call their own? Traveling the desserts in search of a colorful rave or Burning Man?

As a cautious observer of the color jumbles that people attempt (I only wear blacks, blues and the ocassional grey, yeah I dress pretty typical NYker.) I find that it is better to combine color crazyness with muted tones or blacks and whites. So if you wear a crazy multi-prismnetic rainbow be sure to tone it down with no color. The bubble girl does it best with this crazy dress she picked up on one of her haunts. Paired with blacks the look actually works. Check it out.

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Alright already, I’ve had enough with you Evisu!!! You are no longer the cool hip brand you used to be with your over-priced denim and cult-like following. The jeans market is in a tailspin and while many men still claim to be die hard denimers I know deep down they wish they could just chill out in a nice pair of black tailored flat front pants for their day to day (this might just be me). And for those who do shop for denim on a regular, please tell me you’re not opting for a pair of these. Luxury denim should be based on quality, fit, customization, fabric and look. Looking like you just sat on a park bench with wet paint on it, is not a luxury.
Of course their are still hanger ons, taking field days to Denim Blitz events in Soho, hoping to snag a pair of over-stylized, look-at-me jeans, which usually end up looking awful, hanging magically below the ass line right above the thigh, but please guys, if you’re gonna wear jeans don’t over do it. NO ONE CARES IF YOU CAN AFFORD $200 JEANS!!! Especially if they look like some desperate out of work artist vomited on the ass.

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Can someone explain to me the appeal of overalls. I used to have a pair back in the day that I wore religiously (of course this was back when I was living in Walden, a hick town which had live pigs in the grocery stores, no jk). My mother would but them on me so that I wouldn’t get dirty while rolling around in the mud so I guess they served some purpose.

Yesterday I saw some misguided fashionista walking the streets with a pair of overalls that reminded me of Laney Boggs from She’s All That. Her hair was tustled, her pants buckled tight and she was trying oh so desperately to rock stilletos. Did I miss something here or have overalls been deemed cool by the fashion god Marc Jacobs?

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Apparently the original bandaid was designed for ‘white people’ because according to Ebon-Aide Bandages you can now buy bandaides for “people that aren’t white or black.” These bandaides come in a variety of color tones which includes mocha, coffee, cinnamon, and honey. So if you want to put yourself in a color category you can now purchase first aid that matches! What a marketing ploy? Did this company really think that this would work and sell? I mean, who really notices the color of bandaides, they aren’t ment to be a fashion statement…but I guess everyone these days wants to make everyday products into fashion accessories.

And for those that want bandaides to be a fashion accessory (and not a game of match the color) they can now buy the Swarovski Bling Band Aids ($12), curtosy of designer Fabian Seibert, that are actually “cool” for your pimples, bruises, or cuts. These come blinged out with 4 crystals and come in colors of white, red and pink, and come in a a cute alluminum container (also adorned with crystals). So if your obsessed with bling or just want to make a fashion statement you can pick some up through www.charlesandmarie.com.

P.S. Someone should put these two ideas togather and then we will have perfectally matched bandaides WITH bling!!!!!

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So I lied…my biggest fashion peeve is no longer the rubber boot, it is officially the “moon boot.”

First created in the 1970s by manufacturer Tecnica, they became a notable fashion trend throughout the 70s. The idea behind the boot was to create footwear with no distict right or left foot (and unfortuantly the trend caught on in Italy and made its way overseas to our very easily persuadable culture). The name “Moon Boot” was soon trademarked and marketed as the only official “moon boot” since many replicas were soon available. Even now, Tecnica argues that the original trend is responsable for the popularity of Uggs and Merrell Boots.

The popularity of this trend now is particially due ot the cult film Napoleon Dynamite, in which the titular character, Jon Heder, was seen wearing them on several occasions. The movie was released in 2004, and there is no particular reason for people to be wearing them now, it’s almost officially 2008! From Dior, Pucci, Burberry, to the original, designers are pushing this fashion statement on our culture. The Burberry “Snow Boot” is available for $275 and is one of the uggliest ways to wear plaid (besides the rubber Burberry boot), not to mention rid your wallet of 300 bucks. So unless you are actually planning a trip to the moon sometime in the near future, please stop wearing these! Thank you!

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File this one under: Japanese girls must be bugging.

It seems that the new trend that has hit the streets of Tokyo is looking like you just got into a fight with Tyson. Girlie’s throughout the land of the rising sun have taken to wearing bandages as a fashionable accessory.

Here’s the full read from TokyoMango:

“These days, otaku don’t just like cute girls–they like their girls bandaged, eye-patched, and otherwise naked. This relatively recent Akiba fetish is dubbed “kegadoru”—think “kega” (injury) and idol—and has made its way into cosplay circles nationwide.”
Personally, I think the look is disturbing. It has a real “love me, need me, want me cause I’m damaged” feel to it.

Can someone please send these girls some hugs? (and maybe a quick psyche test and a prescription of Xanex)

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Really? People are seriously wearing these? This is probably my biggest fashion peeve; we are not five any more nor is it raining most of the time when people wear these. Also, they are not warm, there isn’t any insulation so besides keeping your feet dry in the ugliest way possible, they have no purpose.

Why have designers marketed them with their logos? I’m seeing more and more of the Burberry ones, which I guess are a cheek way of supporting plaid but there is no need for the “Duck Boots” or “Frog Boots.” The designer ones are not even cheap, and they are oh so hideous.

Not the way to incorporate animal prints into your outfit, unless it’s raining in Texas
I’m not the biggest fan of UGG Boots but at least they are the warmest possible footwear on the market. So while they are not the prettiest fashion statement they serve a concrete purpose. Huge, shapeless rubber boots do not. So skip the shapeless, leg engulfing galoshes and opt for a water resistant bootie if it’s a bit of a drizzle outside. You’ll look better and prevent me from dropping a bucket of water on your head for being a fashion idiot.

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Our friendlies at PETA2 (the cooler, slightly less aggressive division of PETA) just posted this tote by artist Alexandre Bettler . The bag stresses a growing struggle between under populated oceans and our continued enjoyment of fishy friends. My favorite part of the post is PETA2s graphic description of fishing…
“It’s a great bit of arm candy and a fun way to get the message out that fish feel pain just as all animals do, especially when they’re hooked through the mouth or dragged out of the ocean in nets and left to die slow, agonising [sic] deaths by crushing, suffocation, or disembowelling[sic]. So “Save Fish, Eat Chips”!”

Yes save fish indeed…

You can win the limited edition bag at PETA2

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So you know how everyone and their mother is trying so hard to recycle these days? And then there’s this Green & Organic trend that has taken over fashion. Plus paper consumption is being limited because of the depletion of natural resources in the world. Well then, what the hell are designers thinking using wood as a raw material for their designs. They try to push it as an eco-friendly alternative but it’s the same as consuming a large amount of paper products!

I know it’s pretty and light, and has really nice “organic” appeal, but with so much waste taking place right now can we please stop the use of natural wood for products that really don’t need to be made out of wood! Wood has been used since the creation of man for everything from fuel to transportation, but now that we have the knowledge and technology not to use it, why do we keep abusing it? It’s not a luxury item that you can show off and it’s not cheap, so why spend the money on a wooden ring when you already spend sooo much on toilet paper (and then recycle the newpaper). It’s like vegetarians wearing leather, it just doesn’t make sense, not too mention it’s hypocritical!

Believe me, I’m in fashion so I completely understand the sacrifices we make for the sake of fashion (I have two fur coats, shaved not skinned, big difference!), but cannot understand the appeal of carrying a bag made of wood. Not only is it unpractical and heavy, it doesn’t look appealing and it’s soo limited in its design. My boyfriend wanted a wooden briefcase from the MOMA store and it looked like a science project and cost over two hundered dollars! Well anyways, here are some of the outrageous wooden pieces I found…

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Kanye and…

the Clone-ye

I knew this was going to happen. The second I saw the “Stronger” video I knew some idiotic pasty faced celebster (celebrity obsessed hipster; ex. “Dorian is such a celebster, she wouldn’t shut up about Hillary Duff showing up at Misshapes last night.”) would try to imitate. These glasses are not cool. They don’t look cool on Kanye, he looks like a reject from Blade Runner, and they don’t look cool on you. Stop making me want to punch you in the face for ignoring the need for proper UV protectant eyewear. Also, while I’m on the subject can we please take the sunglasses off in the club. It’s fuckin dark in clubs. You don’t need the glasses. You’re not a rapper, you’re not popping bottles, and you look like a douche bag. Seriously, quit it. You can’t even see me making fun of you and I’m standing right in front of your sorry ass.

Photos by Cobrasnake

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Someday Store just gave us an inside look (literally) into the mind of designer Jun Takahashi. Great bag, but is it enough to get the boys to stop checking out your breastly benefits (eyes up here sailor) and finally appreciate you for your brain?

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The perenially frowny female Misshape, Leigh Lezmark, makes an appearance in Roberto Cavalli for H&M’s ad campaign. She’s the one in the middle who’s enjoying the camera, but not really enjoying the party. And why should she, the DJ probably sucks. For Daniel Saynt’s full review on the new Cavalli line visit

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In a twisted attempt to “diversify” their offering into the colder weather days here in New York, the evil Crocsters have unleashed another monstrosity into the fashion world, Croc Mammoth. These furry little deviants look like Crocs but feature an extra warm coating of imitation lambswool. Apparently, it wasn’t bad enough when these babies were making their way down the street in the summer. Now you can torture my delicate eyes with these homeboys in an array of vomit inducing colors.

Come on people, is anyone really buying these things?!?

Okay, I stand corrected.

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Designer Mal Sirrah just sent me this pict of what can only be Andre J’s first French Vogue cover. It’s amazing how this little fashion diva has risen the ranks to become a muse (ala Amanda Lepore) and front row favorite (Walked the runway at Zulema’s show and Form loves him as does Mao Magazine). Huge ups to Andre J for never changing his tune and always being the most friendliest fashionista on the planet (seriously this guy is the nicest queen around). Don’t forget the little guys Andre. Do forget the long days at Patty Fields.
Keep on singing the gospel hymns while peeing and we’ll turn the other check on your not so fashionable facial hair (I know, I know it’s your thing.)

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You know that feeling you get when you wear certain items from American Apparel, that strange internal voice that says “you look like you dressed for Halloween, not for a job interview”. I’ve had that feeling many a time as I try to understand why anyone would willingly wear metallic spandex. Apparently the AA folks were one step ahead of us all. Their clothes were always meant to be Halloween ready. Trick or treat AA loyalists you’re wearing costume. Nothing says “desperate for acceptance” more than looking like everyone else so skip AA (unless your shopping for a costume) and shop some real original style. If you’re looking for basics try Yoko Devereaux or Rachael Pally. Both are still independent (AA sold out last year) and give you better quality than the “Hipsters” Gap.

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It’s been a decade since MC Hammer told us we “can’t touch this” and now it seems a new fashion f*ck up is dancing around egging on another generation of followers to deem the over-sized look as the cool. You heard it here first Souja Boy is our generations MC Hammer, which is a great thing cause I was gonna give the honors to Chris Brown (now he’s seeming like our Michael Jackson, did you see the Thriller Wall to Wall video).

The immediate comparisons are obvious; both wear pants that are too big, both have unexplainably addictive hooks, and both seem to have the same choreographer (like he came up with that dance by himself). I don’t get why this look is cool or so quickly imitated. I don’t see the style in over-sized, over-embellished, over-branded hoodies and jeans. It looks like “Boy” found his way into a hip hop giant’s closet and went to town. Sorry Souja your todays Fashion WTF? Souja Time.

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Photog Michelle Weberman sure knows how to party. Check out these picts from the recent Blessings of Animals party. It’s tran-tastic and filled with enough fashion WTF’s to supply us with ammunition for a long time coming.

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I don’t care what all you haters think, I love this piece from designer MC Hammer Roksanda Illincic!!!! Love, love, love it! Sure this would make any woman look like she belongs on the 50 yard line of the Jets yelling HIKE!, but isn’t it time we stopped expecting women to look like women, or even human, and challenged them to look more like their trying to smuggle boxes of bricks in their shoulders! I mean, yeah the silver bra top hasn’t been fashionable since… wait… let me think… HOLD ON I’M THINKING!!! (Google search “Silver Bra Tops Worn As Clothes Instead of Underwear”. Damn, nothing.). Okay, so they’ve never been popular, but that makes this even more special, cause it’s original, and isn’t that what fashions all about, completely original pieces which no one in their right mind would wear! Oh wait, that’s not what fashions about? Okay then, someone better send Roksanda a memo cause she must not know.

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