1. Madonna - Blond Ambition Tour (1990) Always lauded, and at times harshly criticized, for her chameleon-like reinventions, she is nevertheless the artist who most brilliantly illustrates -- and has done the most to encourage -- the symbiotic relationship between music and fashion. Madge reached her sartorial high point during her wildly successful Blond Ambition Tour, featuring costumes by Jean Paul Gaultier who designed the now legendary cone bra.

2. Michael Jackson - "Beat It" music video (1983) Perhaps the most iconic single article of clothing in pop music history, MJ's red leather jacket was a cultural watershed moment because it became almost synonymous with Thriller, i.e. the biggest album of all time. The ankle-baring trousers -- a nod to Fred Astaire -- white socks and black shoes were also trademarks of the 80s and still loom large over the singer's incredible legacy.

3. The Beatles - The  Ed Sullivan Show (1964) When the Beatles invaded America, they brought along with them enduring and generation-defining trends such as the Beatle boot, collarless suits and the mop top -- not to mention hysteria the likes of which Justin Bieber could only dream.

4. David Bowie - Ziggy Stardust Tour (1973-74) Without Ziggy, Elton John would never have discovered his love of feathered headdresses, LaBelle wouldn't have strutted around New Orleans in their silver lamé and simply put, there would be no Lady Gaga. A high-concept album with a high-concept look, David Bowie introduced androgyny to the pop culture masses, and decades later his seminal faux rocker is still a fashion favorite.

5. Diana Ross and the Supremes - "Come See About Me" on The Ed Sullivan Show (1964) Three black girls from Detroit became the epitome of style, grace, beauty and glamor in the midst of social upheaval and racial injustice. Oprah said it best (as she does with everything): it was life-changing.

6. Ramones - Ramones (1976) While the Beatles inspired bands to dress up, the Ramones' relaxed, almost comalike coolness influenced other bands to keep it simple -- years later their pared down style still feels like quintessential New York. Especially with all the hipsters dragging their Converses, skinny jeans and leather jackets around.

7. George Michael - "Freedom! '90" video (1990) George Michael's identity crisis led to the zenith of the supermodel explosion. Cindy Crawford, Naomi Campbell, Linda Evangelista, Christy Turlington and Tatjana Patitz took the place of the singer -- reluctant to appear in his own video -- and  lip-synched their way to iconic status in the clip directed by future friend of Facebook, David Fincher.

8. Nirvana -  "Smells Like Teen Spirit" music video (1991) Marc Jacobs' landmark Grunge collection for Perry Ellis in 1992 may have led to his dismissal, but it also cemented the enormous cultural impact Kurt Cobain and Nirvana had inadvertently etched out for themselves thanks to the success of "Smells Like Teen Spirit." Till this day the sight of plaid inspires those famous first notes and the image of zombie cheerleaders dancing through my head.

9. Run-D.M.C. - "My Adidas" (1986) Hip hop has long been obsessed with fashion and material goods, but we wouldn't have Kanye "The Louis Vuitton Don" West rapping about haute couture if we didn't have Run D.M.C. extolling the virtues of their shell tops.

10. Lady Gaga - "Bad Romance" music video (2010) Gaga went from popstar to phenomenon on the heels of her Alexander McQueen armadillo shoes. The video stands as an homage not only to McQueen and his legacy, but to the woman most responsible for Gaga's amazing aptitude for reinvention: Madonna. And she's been paying homage ever since.

Eartha Kitt - "Santa Baby" (1953) Lyric: “Come and trim my Christmas tree/With some decorations bought at Tiffany’s.”

Sister Sledge - "He's the Greatest Dancer" (1979) Lyric: "He wears the finest clothes/ The best designers heaven knows/ Ooh, from his head down to his toes/ Halston, Gucci, Fiorucci/ He looks like a still/ That man is dressed to kill."

Klymaxx - "Meeting in the Ladies Room" (1985) Lyric: (Spoken Intro) "I had to leave my condo to come to this/ Well I'm back/ But this time I'm with my man/ And these women are puttin' their hands all over his Yamamoto Kansai sweater that I bought/ And I'm much, much unhappy about that/ I'd hate to come down to their level and become a BW/ A basic woman/ But if they don't stop/ It's gonna get SCANDALOUS."

Run-D.M.C. - "My Adidas" (1986) Lyric: "NOOOOOOOW/ Me and my Adidas do the illest things/ We like to stomp out pimps with diamond rings."

The Notorious B.I.G. - "Hypnotize" (1997) Lyric: "I put hoes in NY onto DKNY/ Miami, D.C. prefer Versace/All Philly hoes, dough and Moschino/ Every cutie wit a booty bought a Coogi."

Lil' Kim - "Crush on You (Remix)" (1997) Lyric: "You got to hit me off/ Buy this girl gifts of course/ So I look slick in my 6 with my Christian Lacroix (pronounced Lacross)

Jay-Z - "I Just Wanna Love U (Give It to Me)" (2000) Lyric: "What do you say me, you and your Chloe glasses/ Go somewhere private where we can discuss fashion/ Like Prada blouse/ Gucci bra/ Filth Mart jeans/ Take that off."

Gwen Stefani - "Rich Girl" (2004) Lyric: "Think what that money could bring/ I’d buy everything/ Clean out Vivienne Westwood/ In my Galliano gown."

Beyoncé - "Upgrade U" (2006) Lyric: Audemars Piguet watch/ Dimples in ya necktie/ Hermès briefcase/ Cartier top clips/ Silk-lined blazers/ Diamond-creamed facials/ VVS cuff links/ Six-star pent suites."

Vampire Weekend - "Cape Cod Kwassa Kwassa" (2008) Lyric: "As a young girl/ Louis Vuitton/ With your mother/ On the sandy lawn"..."Can you stay up/ To see the dawn/ In the colors/ Of Benetton."

Kanye West - "Niggas in Paris" (2011) Lyric: "What's Gucci my nigga?/ What's Louis my killa?/ What's drugs my deala?/ What's that jacket Margiela?"

Lady Gaga - "Fashion of His Love" (2011) Lyric: "You know that I'd never cheat on a man/ 'Cause I'm not like that/ I'm physically crafted to be/ As fitting as McQueen." Add your favorite fashion lyrics in the comments below!

Gucci claims Guess and its footwear licensee Marc Fisher Footwear has been knocking off its logo and designs for years and is seeking $221 million in damages. Louis Ederer, lawyer for the Italian luxury giant, barraged Marciano with questions and referenced emails dating back to 1995  between Guess buyers and Marc Fisher employees. He also brought up a history of cease and desist letters from Coach, Yves Saint Laurent, Jimmy Choo and Adidas claiming Marc Fisher was knocking off their designs.

Through it all Marciano insisted that Guess simply took inspiration from different brands, including Gucci, for its logos, patterns and designs. When Ederer brought up emails from Marc Fisher indicating that the company was sending Gucci fabric samples to Guess fabric suppliers, Marciano claimed he had no knowledge of the correspondence. However, upon seeing the similarities between Guess and Gucci sneakers, he was “embarrassed.”

Ederer blasted Guess for not following up with Marc Fisher about the shoes saying, “The truth is that Guess has been knocking off Gucci for years.” To which Marciano responded, “No…fashion is about trend, mood and inspiration. You interpret your own way with your own brand.”

To illustrate his point, Marciano referenced the courtroom’s carpeting and claimed that his design team would reinterpret it and throw it on a handbag, to some mild courtroom chuckling.

After Ederer finished badgering the witness, Guess’ lawyer Daniel Petrocelli took over, asking Marciano to describe the company’s relationship with Gucci. Marciano insisted they never had any problems till a cease and desist letter in 2007 and that “if this is something Gucci was genuinely concerned with, they would have acted within days, everywhere,” instead of twiddling their thumbs since 1995. [WWD, sub req'd]

A rendering of the Barclays Center

Brands such as Lululemon, Y-3 and Intermix are said to be interested in developing in the neighborhood in anticipation of the spike in consumers from the Center’s sporting events, concerts and conventions. Leading the way is Adidas, which announced last month that it will be opening a 3,300-sq.-ft store in the Barclays Center that will sell official Nets merchandise.

The billion-dollar arena is expected to double rent prices for prime commercial real estate, and it’s only a matter of time before private real estate is affected as well.  As Thomas Conoscenti, director of real estate and planning for the Downtown Brooklyn Partnership, puts it, “The arena is really going to solidify downtown Brooklyn as a destination, not just for Brooklyn residents but the entire region.”

Once any neighborhood gets popular, rents skyrocket and gentrification sweeps through like an unrelenting tide. And this time the tide’s coming straight from the Jersey shore. Hunker down and pray for daylight, Brooklynites. [WWD, sub req'd]

A rendering of the Barclays Center

McCartney’s honed her designs for each of the 26 sports, including training wear and presentation suits. She tackled all footwear and accessories as well, all speckled with the Union Jack’s blues, whites, and sparse reds.

What was her thought process behind the look? “The first place to start on a project like this is to look at the Union flag, It was important for me to stay true to that iconic design, but also to modernize it and present it in a contemporary way. Ultimately, we wanted the athletes to feel like a team and be proud with the identity we created.”

Thirty of those potential Olympians gathered this morning to model Stella’s new groove for the Games, including heptathlete Jessica Ennis, swimmer Ellie Simmonds and the triple-jumper Phillips Idowu,

Replicas of Stella McCartney’s Olympic designs will go on sale next month. Let the games begin.

[WWD]

Photos: Models.com

DIANE von FURSTENBERG Decal Coasters

Lipstick Queen: Monster Red

Synovia Shoe Care Kit

Kid's Faux Fur Neck Warmer

Adicolor Striped Gloves

Cabin Cuddler

Takeout Menu Organizer

Beer Soap

Dice Set

Digital Coin Bank

Tibi Hand Drawn Playing Cards

Personal Library Kit

Bone Collection Horn Stand, iPhone 4/4S Portable Amplifier,

Pop Rock Diamond Ring Bottle Opener

Dr Scholls For Her Fast Flats

FotoClips

Crystal Bar Simple Ring

Knot Cuff Links

Portable Sewing Machine

Launderie Bag

'80s Cell Phone Case

Harajuku Lovers "Jingle G" Fragrance

Whiskey Stones

Kate Spade Wall Calender

Deer Dana was founded in 2008 by by designers Dana Veraldi and Kevin Tekinel. Their signature collection of tees and totes feature the images of icons both mainstream and underground. the label has collaborated with prestigious name susch as: Adidas, Tory Burch, Gap, and most recently Olivier Theyskens for Theory‘s Fashion’s Night Out.

The hand drawn design are so cool and perfect for any pop culture junkie.  Not to mention if you have Leigh Lezark on you’re side then you’re pretty much stamped as an official cool kid. Check out a few of our favorite styles below:

Banana Flame's Webcam Social Shopper

AR is the wave of fashion’s future, adding another layer of interactivity and just plain awesomeness to the shopping experience. Adidas introduced sneakers last year, the Originals Augmented Reality Pack, featuring AR codes on its tongues that when scanned would lead to interactive games online. T-shirts by London’s Cassette Playa have AR codes that reveal horns and other weird shit on its wearer’s heads.

And in April, Burberry had an Augmented Reality fashion show in Beijing with hologrphic models catwalking side-by-side with their real life counterparts.

Fashion mags are also getting into the AR groove, with Dazed & Confused having implemented AR codes in its March 2010 issue that, when scanned with a webcam, made “the pages come alive on your screen, as a fashion film is superimposed on the magazine image,” explains the pub’s editor Rod Stanley.

As the idea of a virtual closet has tantalized me since the sartorial heyday of Cher Horowitz – everything inevitably comes back to Clueless — Augmented Reality offers a viable, though not completely perfected approximation. Though one can get the general idea of what a prospective purchase may look like via Banana Flame, the touch, the feel (of cotton) and the actual fit of the garment isn’t replicable…yet.

For now, Augmented Reality is this cool gimmick used to entice and intrigue — much like the current craze over 3-D — but unlike that gimmick, AR has the potential to completely change the way we shop — and you don’t need those funky glasses, either. [NYT]

Banana Flame's Webcam Social Shopper

Image: Vogue September 2011

It is both McCartneys’ first foray into ballet. Paul is donating his time and Stella is lending her services at a reduced rate; essentially they are doing it for the art of it. Though Paul is technically only the composer (whose role typically is over after the music is delivered), he has been there at every rehearsal, contributing to the set, choreography, et all. He wrote the storyline and is seeing the project, as he does, from start to finish with his hands deep in, committed to the project. It was, in fact, not his idea to bring his daughter on board, rather the producers of the show suggested it. Brilliant, thank you.

Paul McCartney with Choreographer Peter Martins

Image: New York Times

See Stella’s sketches and some sneak insight into the costumes ahead.

Paul McCartney with Choreographer Peter Martins

“The popular image of this jail is linked to the silk suits of godfathers and we need to cancel that image,” says Governor Barbera. But Barbera is an equal opportunity killjoy; in addition to the finer threads in life, she has banned Nike and Adidas. ”We need to cancel class differences and the showing off of status, power and wealth,” she emphasized.

The mob wives, for their part, are taking it as calmly as can be expected. “My husband will be left naked,” remarked one wife. ”He only has designer clothes, and that’s not because he’s flashy but because they last much longer and are better quality. Why humiliate him? Why force us to buy clothes at street markets?” She then tipped over a table, threw her drink in someone’s (anyone’s) face and lunged after the governor’s neck screaming about said naked husband.

The Ucciardone prison, known to inmates as “The Grand Hotel,” has been witness to mobsters holding lobster and champagne birthday banquets as well as a formal wedding in the prison chapel.

Why deny the sacred — and stunning — tradition of mobsters openly flaunting the law and looking great while doing it? I wouldn’t be surprised if Governor Rita Barbera wakes up next to  Raquel Zimmermann‘s head one day. [Guardian]

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This documentary marks his 10th anniversary with Adidas – a brand he’s so suitable for because, as he says, “I’m just interested in how to cut clothing.” Trends mean nothing to him. Fashion is personal for him, it comes from the shapes he creates.

1. H&M – A zig zag gem for $3.99.

2. Zingara – Bright stripe skimp.

3. L*Space – Fringe benefits of a one piece.

4. Adidas by Jeremy Scott – Get some fries to cover that shake.

5. Bambola – Squares within squares within stripes.

6. Roxy – Triangled triangles.

7. Concrete Jungle – Black and white bits.

8. Diane Von Furstenberg – Stripes like these illude optically.

9. Matthew Williamson – These shapes are a bit straggly, but super cute. Just be fit in it.

10. Mara Hoffman – Aztec two piece.

11. Dsquared2 – White looks even brighter on a tan.

12. Missoni – It’s so busy, you can get away with a little pooch until you get it together. And it’s Missoni, so it’s all good.

13. Paul Smith – Curves are cool, too.

14. Marni – Bubbled repeat on a high waist will conceal you.

15. VPL – Strap it on and make angles.

16. All Saints – Sparkle Aztec, sparkle.

If the sight of all these skimpy little things doesn’t inspire you to get off of your seat, stop blogging for a goddamn minute, quit skiving off yoga and go for a run maybe I’d be ready for a swimsuit!! Oh, wait, this is about you, not me. Yeah. Um. My memory is a little hazy. Time to start jogging.

Womens:

Make a splash this summer in adidas® board shorts!  Cut a little longer but still with a girly look, the adidas® Bailey 4-Inch Board Shorts feature a shoelace-style drawstring on the wide elastic waist, iconic adidas® 3-stripes on the legs and a sleek coin pocket.  Perfect for sport or play, these shorts also make a cute cover up over your favorite bathing suit.

Mens:

Rip it up this summer in these adidas® Finley E-Board Shorts. These sweet boardies feature a convenient pocket on one leg, a drawcord waist for great fit and contrasting-color details.  Rock them in the surf or on the boardwalk.

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The high fashion inspiration comes from the  Givenchy S/S mens collection which featured many leopard print pieces including the jacket Kanye West is wearing and the pants Garrett Hedlund wore on the cover of W magazine which are both featured in the image above.

It might be the Jersey in me but I’ve always had a soft spot for this specific animal print and now there are so many ways for guys to pull it off without looking gaudy.

I love that this look great in both high and low-priced pieces. For example if you want to go for a super sophisticated you can get the H&M Hearts Lanvin bow tie, special edition Rolex Daytona watch, or  Gioacomorlli leopard horsehide studded loafers.

When it come to prints Jeremy Scott always does it right and that’s why you should pick up any leopard inspired pieces from his Adidas collaboration.

At the end of the day leopard is a wild and cool print. For the cool kid and trend setter these leopard shorts from Crooks & Castles.  My favorite leopard inspired piece is probably the aviators from A-morir by the fantastic Kerin Rose.

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1. Invest in a good raincoat. There is nothing worse than arriving somewhere feeling cold, damp and gloomy. A good raincoat will keep you dry and never go out of style. Plus, they last for years if you take good care of them.

Clockwise from top left:
- Emma Cook duffle raincoat $400 – net-a-porter.com

- Diane von Furstenberg Zigzag cotton-blend raincoat $282 – theoutnet.com

- Jil Sander raincoat with tie waist $705 – brownsfashion.com

- Smythe Asymmetric hooded raincoat $385 – brownsfashion.com

- Rag & Bone Bleecker trench $595 – lagarconne.com

- Vivienne Westwood raincoat $1,065 – viviennewestwood.co.uk

- H&M white raincoat – hm.com

2. Don’t forget your rain boots. Even if you change into different shoes, waterproof wellies are a must for any walking commute. But these styles are so cute, you might not want to make the switch.

Clockwise from top:
- Sperry Top-Sider Sadie rain boot $79.95 – endless.com

- Fessura rain boot $119.95 – endless.com

- Cole Haan Air Melanie knee-high rain boot $128 – endless.com

- Calvin Klein Ava rain boot $119 – calvinklein.com

- Burberry haymarket splash rain boot $225 – zappos.com

- Roxy drizzle rain boots $54 – roxy.com

- Pour la Victoire studded ‘Ted’ rubber rain boots $162.99 – bluefly.com

- Polo Ralph Lauren Rossalyn II Rain Boots $64.99 – finishline.com

- Target leopard fade rain boots $22.49 – target.com

- Loeffler Randall LR rain bootie $165 – zappos.com

3. Ditch your boring, black umbrella. Would it be out of line to say these umbrellas may make you wish for rain? Maybe that’s going too far, but these designs are both adorable and made to last. Trash that bodega umbrella if you haven’t already and buy something you’ll enjoy opening.

Clockwise from top left:
- Marc by Marc Jacobs jumbled birds umbrella $48 – zappos.com

- Lulu Guinness birdcage umbrella $52 – luluguinness.com

- ModCloth raindrops on railways umbrella $30 – modcloth.com

- Kate Spade umbrella $55 – katespade.com

- Tiffany butterfly umbrella $46 – umbrellaheaven.com

4. De-frizz your hair. Humidity will leave your locks in shambles no matter what the temperature may be. These products will work with your hair on those down-pour days to keep it looking smooth, light and frizz-free.

From left:
- Tigi Bed Head Some Like It Hot heat and humidity resistant serum $20 – yesstyle.com

- Frederic Fekkai Marine Summer Hair Zero-Humidity Frizz Control $20 – yesstyle.com

- John Frieda Frizz-Ease original hair serum $7.64 – ulta.com

- ghd Obedience Cream for Frizz-Free Styling $18 – neimanmarcus.com

- Redken Fresh Curls Curl Boost Anti-Frizz Scrunching Spray Gel $38 – yesstyle.com

- Living Proof Wave Shaping, Curl Defining No Frizz Styling Spray $95 – sephora.com

5. Throw a hat on that frizz. Forgot to de-frizz? No problem! These spring hats are so fresh, they’re much more than bad hair day remedies. From classic straw to flower appliques, there is something for everyone here.

Clockwise from top:
- ASOS PREMIUM flower detail hat $44.83 – asos.com

- Albertus Swanepoel Pierre fedora $415 – barneys.com

- Topshop traditional boater $40 – topshop.com

- Missoni Zigzag crochet-knit sunhat $495 – net-a-porter.com

- Marc Jacobs Chapeau hat $442 – colette.fr

- Christian Dior 1950s vintage floral hat $450 – 1stdibs.com

- Zara two-tone wide brim hat with bow $29.90 – zara.com

6. Don’t let mean Mother Nature steal your sunshine. It might be damp and dreary, but you can brighten your day with a bold piece or two. Just looking at these colors will put you on a sandy beach.

From top to bottom, starting from the left column:
-D&G quilted crossbody bag $515 – zappos.com

- Zara fashion city bag with flap $149 – zara.com

- Adidas concord round sleek night shoes $70 – adidas.com

- Moschino ruched linen-blend skirt $860 – net-a-porter.com

- Acne high-rise skinny jeans $275 – net-a-porter.com

- Miss Selfridge belted drape bubble dress $65 – missselfridge.com

- Versace Polka-dot cotton-blend micro shorts $595 – net-a-porter.com

- ASOS MARKY Patent Leather Traditional Brogues $62.76 – asos.com

- Lanvin one-shoulder top $1,260 – barneys.com

- Jil Sander stretch-cotton slim-leg pants $595 – net-a-porter.com

- ASOS leather saddle bag $53.79 – asos.com

- H&M bow flats – hm.com

- ModCloth Perfect Photo Op Flat in Wingtip $102.99 – modcloth.com

These were my favorites sneakers. I love the different studs.

Lester noticed this interesting denim jumpsuit. Would you wear it?

A cool denim jacket with leather trim.

You can see Bloomie’s from the window!

Horsin’ around.

I’m totally digging this washed out barbie look… thoughts on the rest of the LOOKBOOKS album?

Fashionologie said Wang‘s PR team could not be reached for comment. I guess Nike wants to join the likes of Adidas and Puma with a designer collaboration, producing clothes that actually make me want to go to the gym. I can’t wait to hear if this one is true or false.

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Gustavo Marx is represented by MergeLeft Artist Agents.

Dierttamente dal futuro: ecco la provenienza quasi cera delle calzature create da Yohji Yamamoto per la collezione invernale di Y – 3.

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Call me a tomboy, but I’m sure dudes with taste aren’t feeling this shit either……It defeats the whole purpose of what a sneaker is made for!!! I’m sure we’ll see Suri playing sports in them soon enough…

Adidas Y-3 Torsion

Ugh! It's like a chunky dude with a pencil dick!

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lol…this pics wicked.

Hoodie- adidas originals by jeremy Scott

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The three new color-ways, Black/Metallic Gold, White/Collegiate Royal and Aluminum/Macaw, take inspiration from the New York City streets, that combines urban street style with skate and contemporary rock star flavor and authentic basketball roots.

The new colors will be exclusively at Champs beginning this July, and will retail for about $75.

Check out an up close look at probably one of the hottest Spring Summer sneakers from the most anticipated Jeremy Scott x Adidas Collaboration. Find them at your latest Adidas store this summer!

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“You’re also blithely unaware of the fact that in 2002, Oscar De La Renta did a collection
of cerulean gowns. And then I think it was Yves St Laurent, wasn’t it, who showed
cerulean military jackets? I think we need a jacket here. And then cerulean
quickly showed up in the collections of 8 different designers. Then it filtered
down through the department stores and then trickled on down into some tragic
casual corner where you, no doubt, fished it out of some clearance bin.
However, that blue represents millions of dollars and countless jobs and so
it’s sort of comical how you think that you’ve made a choice that exempts you
from the fashion industry when, in fact, you’re wearing the sweater that was
selected for you by the people in this room. From a pile of stuff.” This said
by the ever popular Miranda Priestley can represent many designer’s
accomplishments. In this case, it will represent Alexander McQueen’s accomplishments
and his fashion influences through out his short lived career

On February 11^th, the week of New York Fashion Week, McQueen was
discovered dead in his London home. He was 40 years young.

He was discovered hanging in his wardrobe, and was left with a note of which has
not been revealed to the public. Just a few days before his death, McQueen’s
mother died and a few years ago his very close friend Isabella Blow committed
suicide, leaving many to believe that he committed suicide because of their
deaths.

Alexander McQueen has started many trends that have influenced many designers to include
these trends in their collections. Remember when it was cool to walk around
school with Adidas sandals and socks? Remember Ginger Spice of Spice Girls who
used to wear patriotic footwear? The list can drag on but what is most
important about these styles that Alexander McQueen started them all.

Shown in his 2009 Spring Mens Ready-to-Wear collection, Alexander McQueen sent his male models
down the runway wearing gold sandal sneakers with socks. A small portion of his
show then spread to the public like a disease eventually being mimicked with
the Adidas sandals and socks trend.

In 2006, McQueen experimented with showing his runway shows live on the Internet. He was the
first designer to live stream his show and has influenced other designers such
as Alexander Wang, Marc Jacobs, Diane von Furstenberg, and Isaac Mizrahi.

Designing for the ever so popular Lady Gaga has also made Alexander McQueen a legend, with his
Futuristic meets Victorian style. Ever since he debuted his ten inch armadillo
heels, which were seen in Lady Gaga’s “Bad Romance” video, they became a hit
and he was immediately contacted for orders.

McQueen’s fashion house will still go on without his presence, but his vision will forever be
gone. His last show was presented on March 10^th during Paris Fashion
Week at a private show. Womens Wear Daily described it to be “Solemn,
funereal and even a little spooky.”

It is a shame to see one of fashion’s most influential designers go in such a sad way. Seeing
everything about McQueen said in past tense seems so wrong. Long Live McQueen.

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I’m currently playing this on heavy repeat at the Fashion Indie offices. The spring 2010 video lookbook for Adidas Originals features a bunch of models videotaping each other while dancing to the perfect soundtrack. Agyness Deyn, Ana Ivanovic, Cassandra Steen, Hyori Lee, Whitney Port, Tallulah Morton, Ciara and Cheer Chen all get their groove on and even Mark “The Cobrasnake” makes appearance.  The looks are now available on line.

This morning, Snoop Dog marched through SoHo with Darth Vader and a bunch of storm troopers as part of a publicity stunt for the launch of the Adidas/Star Wars collaboration.

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There are two opportunities to witness this imperial pairing:

Foot Locker Times Square, 1530 Broadway (between 44th and 45th Streets): 9am Check In

Adidas Originals Store SoHo, 136 Wooster Street (between Houston and Prince Streets): 10:15am Check In

David and Victoria Beckham are the faces of his/hers version of 10 Magazine. This issue has a 40 page editorial of the couple, David interviews about his collection for Adidas while Victoria claims she’s the same size as J.Lo.

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We’ve got your exclusive first look at the Adidas X Star Wars commercial featuring David Beckham and Snoop Dogg. I WANT NOW!!! More shots of the shoes after the jump.

This was the year of the ugly shoe, from Christian Louboutin to Alexander McQueen’s Lobster Claw shoes, 2009 had it all!

1. Blondes X Christian Louboutin Spike Shoes: tacky tacky with some added sparkley tack!

2. The Lunar Race, by Harajuku Location, Nike: the perfect sneaker for the play-doh lover in all of us.

3. Osborn Design Studio booties:  umh?

4. Elisa Lindenberg Moga e Mago: Remember weaving plastic yarn in middle school to make key chains? Prob could have made these as well!

5.  Jeremy Scott JS Wings Crystallized sneakers:  Let’s play ‘guess how many rhinestones are on here.’

6. Surface to Air: Gladiator meets orthopedic meets cheetah!

7. Comme des Garsons: Sharpie marker, check! Oxfords, check! Drunken DIY project, check!

8. ‘Leora’ by Sergio Rossi: My Little Pony was murdered for these! Oh the outrage!

9. Givenchy Bondage Oxford:  Nausea, heartburn, indigestion, upset stomach, diarrhea. Hey Givenchy!

10. Alexander McQueen Lobster Claw:  Everyone wants them…but boy are they UGLY!

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These are sooo awesome! Vintage Yamamoto for Adidas sneakers that come in their own cage…Get them at Housing Works.

There are few individuals who can pull off this look with a straight face. Jeremy Scott is obviously one of them. Check out scenes from his new Adidas/Jeremy Scott Showroom in Paris to check out more from this collection.

PARIS - OCTOBER 1: Jeremy Scott poses during the spring/summer 10 adidas Originals by Originals Media Showroom on October 1, 2009 in Paris, France. (Photo by Getty Images for adidas)

For his SS10 Originals by Originals collection, fashion’s wild child Jeremy Scott reinterprets some of the most beloved Adidas products as well as completely new designs for men and women.

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Jeremy Scott is a mad man and I love it! I was always a fan of the wing sneakers, but I don’t think I’m crazy about the new colors. The t-shirts are cool too. I’m hooked!

via Highsnobiety

Nom de Guerre has taken some time to collaborate with adidas to create a great looking pair of sneakers. I totally want a pair. Adidas really has been doing some great collaborations of late.

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Adidas used typography for the new SLVR collection, available exclusively in Berlin, Paris, New York, and Bankok.  Tees run around 59 Euros, and a release date hasn’t been set yet.

SOURCE: High Snobette

Adidas decided to bring back their classic styles (the Sambas were first introduced back in the 60s) in classic suede for fall.   If you’re big on vintage or classic styles, you can pre-order the line at Oki-Ni.

SOURCE: High Snobiety

Who would have ever thought that Adidas could ever look cool?  This spread interestingly shows off a neon line by Adidas, using track jackets as bows and belts, and playing up all things neon with crazy makeup and styling.  This shoot is pretty cool, even though I don’t particularly care for neon.

SOURCE: Highsnobette and M.I.S.S

GALLERY: SPREAD UM: Alezandra K And Savannah Hayes

Adidas latest attempt to penetrate the balloon knot of the gay male consumer market has led them to produce American Apparel worthy porn.

This latest spread/ad features Tim Roders, wearing nothing but his Adidas trainers. Wonder if they plan to shoot a similar campaign for those of us not into anal delights?

Following in Jeremy Scott’s and Kazuki’s footsteps is David Beckham with his very own Adidas Originals by Originals collection. The upcoming fall collection was created with the help of James Bond, the owner of the Undefeated sneaker-freak boutiques.

Their design approach was to update classic American sportswear with fashionable silhouettes and details. The apparel range features materials such as leather, cashmere and silk, while the footwear builds on iconic Adidas styles. The duo also developed accessories and thermal layering pieces.

But don’t get too excited, David has no plans of making appearances to promote the line. BOO!

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So the hottest couple (has that been deemed official yet?) in fashion modeling, Ash Stymest and Eliza Pressly have turned up the heat for the #38 edition of Anthem Magazine. I want to know how Ash manages to always has the best pieces pulled, hence the Jeremy Scott Adidas.

Gallery: SPREAD UM: Ash & Eliza For Anthem Magazine

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So apparently, there’s this custom in sporting culture where you can get people to switch jerseys with you. Adidas and Ford are tapping into this tradition by having jocks swap jerseys on the web. Lots of topless male nudity for the ladies is basically what it boils down to. Can’t wait until they launch a site for jersey swapping female sport stars, like cheerleaders. Here’s the link…

· Jersey Swap (adidas.com)

LINKAGE: Who Doesn’t Want To Order Jocks To Undress? [Jocks]

Jeremy Scott really knows how to make a statement, and if it wasn’t for him I don’t know that I would even give Adidas the time of day. This latest collaboration for Fall 2009 is amazing from what is pictured above. The crewneck sweatshirts are really great, and I wouldn’t hesitate to throw those teeth lace locks in my combat boots.

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PPQ  loves collaborations… After teaming up with Peaches Geldof and Ben Sherman for collections, designers Amy Molyneaux and Percy Parker lined up another — this time with Adidas, for sportswear debuting for fall/winter 2009.

Molyneaux says you can expect to see a mix of PPQ’s party girls with sports, like jumper dresses styled with “brothel creepers.” Kinda exciting!

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