Partying your Saturday night away can be a blast, but waking up hungover the next morning may just be the worst feeling ever.  Our favorite remedy: a bunch of online retail therapy, direct from your bed. Here are our recommendations of where to shop this weekend.

1. Steve Madden: 25% off on Spring shoes. Use code: FFSPRING

2. Victoria’s Secret: 25-40% off swimwear sale.  Use code: BEAUTY75 on purchases over $75 to get a free VS beauty bag.

3. ASOS: Up to 70% off on women’s and men’s clothing, shoes and accessories. !

4. Revolve Clothing: Up to 85% off on over 3,200 styles.

5. Diesel: 30% off on select Spring/Summer ’12 clothing. Check out the flier here.

6. Bloomingdale’s: 20-30% off on select shoes.

7. Saks: up to 40% off a whole lot of Marc by Marc Jacobs

8. LN CC: and for some necessary luxury, head over the The LN CC for up to 60% off Maison Martin Margiela and Yohji Yamamoto

Make him feel like your captain with these three-tone nylon and suede boat shoes. Spring will be here before you both know it.

For the lumberjack in your life, he'll love this stylish but manly cold weather sweater.

You can never own enough v-neck tees, right?

Colorful yet not over-the-top, this accessory will keep your guy toasty all winter long.

These ultra-warm gloves feature leather palms for better grip and durability.

These metal-framed aviators are cool and will look good on all face shapes.

Give him the gift of time with the perfect mix of modern and vintage.

Not for the clumsy, even the toughest "I don't wear jewelry" guy will sport this badass blade.

Getting him to take care of his skin may be easier than you think. The practical kit lays the routine out for him.

Perfect for man-scaping on the go, both you and him can enjoy the fresh scent of lemon essential oil.

Even if he's not a whiskey drinker (boring), he'll appreciate a cold cube that won't water his drink down.

Something to keep the whiskey stones company, this bourbon is produced at NYC's oldest operating whiskey distillery.

Give him the gift of boozing in style, just like the Mad Men of Sterling Cooper. Whether for home or office, this ombre set is perfection.

This handsome iPad case conceals the Apple device, making it look like The Fantastic Flying Books of Morris Lessmore.

This reprint, now available in paperback, is both informative and hilarious.

For the Newborn Lez

If you're head-over-heels in love with Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen's design sense, you have to try TEXTILE Elizabeth and James denim this season. We can't get enough of the utility feel of this honey-colored pair.

Don't stress about these jeggings sagging in time - DL1961's four-way stretch fabric ensures they are ultra tight always. Plus, cobalt blue is a fall staple color we can all agree on.

True Religion knows jeans, which is why we're 100% in love with this pair of eggplant leggings. With a sexy cut and signature horseshoe stitching, no one will know how comfortable you actually feel.

Mother knows best, especially when her denim fits this well. Take a signature style and infuse it with a sunny bright, punchier than you hue - let's call it poppy red - and you have a pair you're unlikely to take off.

A Diesel girl's a little dirty, scuffing-up her hot pink jeans with some grime here and there. Super bright skin-tight skinnies liven even the dreariest fall day.

Don't expect the same old pair of jeans when you try on m2f. Imagine a sexy cut made with eco-friendly yarn and brightly colored non-toxic dyes. Mother Earth will thank you for loving this pair.

Step those long legs, covered in riviera blue, back into the 70s. The classic 5-pocket jean gets a flare and J Brand's signature stellar fit. Made in the U.S.A., you can't go wrong with this pair.

The red of next spring is primarily bold. Think fire trucks and Louboutin soles.

In contrast to this past spring's tangerine, this orange has gone pumpkin, with reddish bronze undertones.

Just shy of neon, this near-blinder shows hints of marigold. It's vibrant and saturated, ready to tackle any busy print in a fight for loudness.

Green is feeling minty fresh. The pastel finish is crisp and clean.

True blue is blowing up cobalt. There's a great depth in this striking color.

Baby got back to the hue of blue that kisses the sky through a layer of mist.

Lavender sweeps in with an essence of calm. The color is regal, light as a princess (not nearly as light at Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge - skinny bid).

Take it back to your glory days of high school. The letterman jacket has been revamped and now a staple of many mens labels this fall.

Double the breast, double the fun. (Wait what?) These blazers and suits are making a major comeback. It's still a pretty emerging trend so try it now before everyone and their mother is doing it.

There are two things to keep in mind for Fall: wear things skinny and when in doubt wear a pattern. Take a cue from the Catholic school boy and rock a plaid necktie.

Forget what you thought about turtlenecks. They aren't just for old people, Europeans, and spies. Prove to be a man of luxury and refinement by keeping it classy and covering up that neck.

When it comes to fall timpieces it's time to square off. Let your round faced watches take a break this season and add some angles to your wrist.

Colors are key this fall. Put away some of your neon pieces from spring and op for more muted bright colors such as green or burnt orange.

While some other trends pay tribute to youth make sure you're bag doesn't scream childish. Carry your belongings in a leather briefcase for a versatile look.

Put the loafers away this season, boys. You never know what you're going to walk into so you'll need something with a harder bottom. Stay sartorial by going with a classic wingtip style.

The sneakers have super subtle gunmetal pyramid studs with give them a major edge without being incredibly flashy. We’re not going to lie but we were totally surprised when we found out they were Diesel and only $135.

You can get your hands on them by going to ssense.com.

Milk is now represented by Creative Artists Agency and has brought on Lexus and American Express as sponsors in addition to original partner MAC Cosmetics.  This partnership has also gone through some changes and beginning this Fashion Week MAC & Milk shows will be under the name of Made.

Lincoln Center on the other hand has IMG, Mercedes-Benz and Maybelline, as well as AmEx with MAC also providing make-up for many a MBFW show.

While Made focuses on emerging designers and does not charge to rent their space — MAC is the exclusive make-up provider leaving models and music on the bill — Lincoln Center caters to more high-profile designers, who in addition to paying for the venue also have to dig deep for models, hair, music and makeup. And these are just a few of the differences:

Number of Shows:

Made – 35

MBFW – 98 (81 on-site, 17 off)

Sponsors:

Made – MAC, American Express and Lexus

MBFW - DHL, Maybelline New York, American Express, TRESemmé, W Hotels Worldwide, Fiber One Bars, ideeli, Fiji Water, AriZona Beverages

Designers:

Made - Sophie Theallet, Cushnie Et Ochs, Peter Som, Erin by Erin Fetherston, Billy Reid, Simon Spurr, Ohne Titel, Jeremy Scott, Nahm

MBFW - BCBG Max Azria, Tommy Hilfiger, Nicole Miller, Cynthia Rowley, Derek Lam, Tracy Reese, L.A.M.B., Diane von Furstenberg, Betsey Johnson, Tory Burch, Badgley Mischka, Vera Wang, Diesel, Michael Kors, Nanette Lepore, J.Mendel, Milly by Michelle Smith, Anna Sui, Elie Tahari

With Fashion Week just around the corner and all those sponsorship dollars, designer reputations and AmEx black cards floating around, the stage is set for a good ole-fashioned walk-off between Milk Studios and Lincoln Center. [WWD]

M2F Straight Leg Jean – As the first ever jean company to create colored denim that fades naturally like indigo, M2F has a style and pretty pastel color for everyone.

While the print is less controversial than her previous Hindu disaster, Lisa Blue now seems to want you to leave the beach with a barcode on your belly.

A model walks the runway for the Diesel show during Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Swim at Raleigh Hotel on July 14, 2011 in Miami Beach, Florida.

Maintaining a zen-like calm amidst a flurry of phone calls, text messages and BBMs, I was lucky enough to sit down with Unik and he was lucky enough to find time to eat. Turning 40 this Sunday, Unik revealed to me that among the things he’s learned is that with getting older, there’s no need to stress. “It doesn’t help anything.”

How he maintains that calm is a wonder, however. A highly in-demand promoter, Unik has worked for brands like Nike, Diesel, La Perla, Valentino, and Microsoft, while organizing events for the Sundance and Cannes Film Festivals as well as New York Fashion Week. But the subject closest to his heart is his home country of Haiti.

Born and raised in Port-au-Prince, Unik settled in America permanently in 1990 and immediately got to work. He parlayed his love of partying into a successful career and uses his high-profile contacts to help out his native land. For his 35th birthday, instead of gifts, he asked his friends to donate to any foundation that helped the children of his country. After raising $15,000, he decided to keep the tradition growing and the following year Edeyo was born.

Tonight, Unik once again gathers his celebrity pals to raise money for the children of Haiti and bring light to their cause. Naomi Campbell and her boyfriend Vladimir Doronin donated their custom Lotus for the event’s auction, which also includes two trips to the Caribbean. But when I asked Unik what the night’s  biggest surprise would be, he responded in his Unik Ernest manner: “Raising $100,000.”

Here’s hoping he gets his birthday wish.

The Dinner & A Movie Date

This date is a classic one. It seems like going out for dinner and a movie is the type of date that had stood the test of the. If you’re smart you’ll do the movie before the dinner. (So you have at least something to discuss besides awkward small talk.) This is a semi casual date. you want to be relaxed but not too informal. A solid button up shirt and a pair of dark washed jeans create the perfect uniform. Try not to be too flashy and throw on an understated watch. Just because you’re wearing jeans does not mean it’s OK to wear your most raggedy tennis shoes. A pair of  smart and nondescript sneakers will work in lieu.

The Night On The Town Date

The Night On The Town Date is strictly reserved for the guys who are extremely cool and have contacts everywhere. They know where all the hottest restaurants and parties are and they are always invited to them. Everyone knows who you are so you’ll have to look fly when painting the town red with your date. Nothing says smooth like a sweet biker jacket and tee. Ditch the boring jeans and for for an interesting pair of trousers. A sleek pair of sneakers will help you stomp around the city comfortably while looking super cool at the same time. If you are the accessories type of guy then throw in of some statement jewelry like a necklace or bracelet.

The denim collection boasts every type of jean — skinny, boyfriend, drop crotch, straight leg — each treated with a burst of cosmetics  for a signature spin.  Whether it be a splash of purple eyeshadow on the butt or bursts of pink blusher throughout the thighs, the collection brought a bright, uplifting feeling into your Spring denim selection.

Here’s the amazing stylist Dani Stahl posing with the new collection — she was killing it in a pair of super skinny stretch teal jeans, heels, and a cute leather jacket.

Once you figured out what pair best suited you, Make Up Forever artists were ready to give you matching makeovers!  They were painting on bold lips and pops of eye color in magenta, teal, yellow, and blue, with their new liquid eyeliner.

The denim bar has fun spring colors including dusty blue, yellow, coral, teal, white, and railroad stripe. My personal favorite were the destroyed white skinny, which didn’t have much stretch but fit very true to size. A runner up were the super skinny stretch teal jeans, which were a powdery light color that once painted on your body, were surprisingly flattering.

Want to know more about the Powder of Diesel collection?  Tweet your questions at me @iamsamlim

Photos: Image Amplified, Models.com, Homotography

This week’s trend is Neon Lights. This translates into big and bold colors all over the place.

The designer inspiration comes from Jil Sander‘s Spring/Summer 2011 men collection which features bright neons on everything from sweaters,  to trousers, and outerwear.

For your tops look no further than a PS by Paul Smith crew neck. If you need a lower price point than an bright green H&M button down shirt will do the trick.

Since you can’t walk out pants less this spring it’s only right that you go bright on your bottom. You can get some great trousers and shorts from Diesel. If you’re going to take a dip in the water or just want to look good on the beach or poolside an Orlebar Brown swimsuit will help you out.

The biggest way to transform style is through accessories. This being said you can brighten up a rather dark outfit with the following accouterments.  You can throw own a classic pair of Ray-Bans with a pop or even a Nixon watch. To top everything off you can splurge on a pair of Prada Creepers.

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I love DIESEL watches already and this new line is definitely still in brand yet fresh for the summer. Inspired by professional deep sea diver watches and dive gauges these watches have it all.  You can also see the inspiration  of submarine instrument panels in the faces. The timepieces can make any man look like he stepped off an exclusive island.

The contents of someone’s bag tells a lot about them. And here at FashionIndie, our bags can’t keep their goddamn mouths shut.

Sam – Louis Vuitton backpack

My favorite moment was about 4 hours into our Blogger Break Room when we had like 80 people simultaneously getting spa services, drinking champagne, being fabulous and magically nothing went wrong!

Rebecca Minkoff mini wallet
Camera
Grey matte nail Polish
Keys
Gucci aviator sunglasses
Fashion GPS front row seat and after party drink tickets to L.A.M.B. and Ivana Helsinki
Taxi receipts
A fat pile of business cards
NYFW credential badge
Dollar bill from the VMAN Magazine party
Louise Manna body wrap jewelry
3 pens
Moleskine mini notebook
Liquid black eyeliner
Maybelline lipgloss from the Tents
Lotion
Vitamins

Amanda – Bag made from recycled plastic bottles from Love Brigade

- These are my favorite sunglasses of ALL TIME. I bought them at my favorite old lady consignment store like 6 years ago. The case is from Topshop.
- My wallet is full of maxed out credit cards and a $5 bill, so sad.
- I keep vitamins with me in case I start to feel under the weather during fashion week.
- There’s nothing worse than when a nail breaks, so obvi a nail file is necessary.
- iPod, headphones, self-explanatory.
- Notebook and pen for notes and doodles.
- My Canon EOS 20D camera – I’ve been snapping photos all over town.
- My many keys
- Deck of cards from the Malan Breton show yesterday.
- My everyday beauty essentials – hairbrush, makeup brushes, Make Up For Ever Powder, Sephora eye shadow palette, Smith’s Rosebud Salve, Burt’s Bees, Benefit Bad Gal Liner, MAC Satin Lipstick in Rebel, Sephora lip gloss and Maybelline Falsies mascara
- Hand sanitizer for public transportation horrors.
- The collection description sheet from the Son Jung Wan fall/winter 2011 show.
- Business cards from Fashion Week that must be filed away!

Lester – H&M tote

While typing up my list I realized I’m basically a woman. And am fine with that.

Sequined clutch — I don’t care for man wallets
Interview mag with Tom Ford
Nail polish remover — for the 2 bottles of nail polish I got from Blogger Break Room
Headphones
Hand sanitizer
Notebook
2 pens
Duane Reade Cold & Sinus Relief — I crawled over the fashion finish line with a fever and god knows what else
T-Mobile crap since I “lost” my phone and had to get a replacement
Carmex
Programs from various fashion shows, including Richie Rich and Kimberly Ovitz
Box o’ biz cards
Trial size deodorant, baby powder and lotion, should I spend yet another night on someone’s couch
Stain remover pen (LIFESAVER)
The Socializer under eye treatment
Orbit gum
The First Wives Club– one of my fave movies so I decided to check out the book
Body oils (red Egyptian musk and Sandalwood)
Lanvin perfume, Arpege
Lollipop from Cocktails and Couture
Press pass from Diesel
Cough and eye drops
Mirabella eyeliner lip and cheek ink and
Compact — I got so much free make-up even though I don’t wear any of it. Now I have a reason to start.
Gloves
Christian Siriano Payless pump Polaroid
Swiss Army knife should I ever need to cut a bitch

Jess – Faux fur bodybag from LF

1. My brand spankin’ new Macbook pro, that I would have died without. Frequented that AOL StyleList blogger’s haven with it on the regs.

2. Multiple sparkly Milani nail polish. I did my nails everywhere, painting over layers to change up the colors constantly. There was a rotating slew of colors that cycled through the bag this week.

3. Lipsticks: Illamasqua: The Box (rouge), YSL fucsia, Iman (Pat Field‘s) Jaguar

4. Business cards. Gave out about 75, received at least as many.
5. Several WWDs and Daily Front Rows. I do admit I love reading the Daily.
6. Tickets. Many. Some I’ve disposed of, some made it. Some standing, some seats. None actually with my name on it.
7. Various runs of show. Ones that have lingered in my bag: Timo Weiland, Anna Sui, Dennis Basso, Alexandre Herchcovitch.
8. ESSENTIAL: Blackberry. Can’t believe it took me this long to talk about it. Maybe because I’ve done so much damage on it that it actually just broke. Fashion Week broke my phone…. now…. iPhone?
9. Because that’s not an iPhone, that’s an iPod touch and it’s been keeping me cat walking myself from place to place.
10. Biggie camera. I spent 3 years, that’s 6 seasons in the PIT with this guy. Not this year. Now I just got to use it on celebs backstage, at presentations and the like.
11. WIRES. OMG. My bag was like a radio shack. Heaven forbid I should be without a charge.
12. Small purse. Vintage. Used it when I stashed the big lady mama at the after party coat checks.
13. Wallet. Duh.
14. Deck of cards? The last free gift to remain in this bag. They’re usually the first to go when I get home.
15. Voice recorder, which I ditched for my Blackberry video camera.
16. Pashmina – much lighter than a laptop case. I didn’t wear it, my MacBook did.
17. Vintage Korean flower cardi I wore yesterday. I took it off when the world got mild.
18. Urban Zen literature – got my reikis healed (?) in the AmEx Skybox. Still confused about the process, but I felt great after.
19. My handy dandy notebook. All of my show notes are in this little thing.
20. Napkin from Timo Weiland’s after party on which Paul Steiger (as in Walter‘s son) drew shoes for me. I’m going to the press sample sale today!

That is all that remains. I’m surprised I didn’t find at least 3 Frappacinos and a slew of Fijis, but I lightened my load as I went along.

Mac – Faux croc tote from 21Men

I used the camera to take amazing photos all over NYC this Fashion Week.The Coke Zero is used solely for caffeine purposes but Lord knows I dont need any empty calories. I have two pairs of sunglasses to switch up my eyewear but maintain my air of mystery. The Marc Jacobs ones were gifted to me by stylist Robert Verdi as was the Kenneth Cole cologne, Reaction (the scent is fresh and young).  Finally the latest copy of VMAN for the train and cab rides all over the city. And yes I still have the dollar that was in his mouth.

Coke Zero
Powerade
VMAN
Sony Camera
DOTS Wooden Bracelts
Forever 21 Sunglasses
Marc By Marc Jacobs aviators
Notebook
The Daily
Brush
Chapstick
Fashion Indie Vol 2 mixtape
Biz cards
Cash
Metrocard
Pens
Hand Sanitizer
Ray Ban glasses case

Josh – Laptop bag

At the Richie Rich show I heard several people say, “Oh my god! That Rod Stewart impersonator looks so convincing!” I later learned that person was the real Rod Stewart.

Olive Leaf Extract Pills
Vitamin C
Shades
Icebreaker mints
3 $15 iTunes gift cards
Apple wireless mouse
Apple ear buds
GQ magazine
3 Random pens
1 Show invitation
Notepad
Small USB dog that humps computer
Sony voice recorder

Meester was joined with friends including Kanye West, her co-star in the upcoming film The Roommate, Minka Kelly, Gossip Girl’s Jessica Szohr and Michelle Trachtenberg, Jared Leto, Nicole Fiscella, DJ  Mia Moretti and model Julie Henderson.

Check out more of Leighton in Nylon here.

Actress Leighton Meester attends the dinner for the NYLON celebration for the February issue with cover star Leighton Meester at W Hotel Dowtown on February 1, 2011 in New York City. NYLON + Diesel Private Dinner For The February Issue With Cover Star Leighton Meester W New York - Downtown New York, NY United States February 1, 2011 Photo by Dimitrios Kambouris/WireImage.com To license this image (63290003), contact WireImage.com

Kanye West poses with actresses Leighton Meester and Minka Kelly at the NYLON celebration for the February issue with cover star Leighton Meester at W Hotel Dowtown on February 1, 2011 in New York City. NYLON Celebrates The February Issue With Cover Star Leighton Meester - Party W New York - Dowtown New York, NY United States February 1, 2011 Photo by Jamie McCarthy/WireImage.com To license this image (63290599), contact WireImage.com

Actresses Leighton Meester and Minka Kelly attend the dinner for the NYLON celebration for the February issue with cover star Leighton Meester at W Hotel Dowtown on February 1, 2011 in New York City. NYLON + Diesel Private Dinner For The February Issue With Cover Star Leighton Meester W New York - Downtown New York, NY United States February 1, 2011 Photo by Dimitrios Kambouris/WireImage.com To license this image (63289973), contact WireImage.com

Actresses Michelle Trachtenberg, Jessica Szohr, Leighton Meester and Minka Kelly attend the dinner for the NYLON celebration for the February issue with cover star Leighton Meester at W Hotel Dowtown on February 1, 2011 in New York City. NYLON + Diesel Private Dinner For The February Issue With Cover Star Leighton Meester W New York - Downtown New York, NY United States February 1, 2011 Photo by Dimitrios Kambouris/WireImage.com To license this image (63289987), contact WireImage.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.

La Mademoiselle is a story of a young lady who becomes unlady-like the deeper she gets in tuned with her surroundings. She becomes darker and more wild as the story progresses.

Interim Dean, Michael Gerber soiled his diaper when he shot off an email claiming to be “shocked and mortified as you must be by these photographs.” He was apparently misled by those tricky, fast-talking Diesel people who assured him that “the photos would be in good taste.”

Diesel photo-shoot inside of Brooklyn Law school.

Diesel photo-shoot inside of Brooklyn Law school.

Diesel photo-shoot inside of Brooklyn Law school.

Diesel photo-shoot inside of Brooklyn Law school.

Legendary director Gus Van Sant photographed this awesome spread while Brian Molloy styled Pitt in Dolce & Gabbana, John Varvatos, Lanvin, Acne, Diesel, Woolrich, & Levi’s.

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This bag is lovely, I like the size, the material and the color.

This is my favorite and is very reminiscent oft a school bag from the 50′s.

This purse is perfect for a girl about town.

I usually don’t wear sneakers, but if I had to then these would be the pair.

These “wolf claw” gloves are so interesting.

Here are some of my favorite complete looks:

By now we all know Katy Perry’s love for anything California must always include those famous daisy dukes. But after seeing her video we can tell just which kind of studded apparel she was referring too. Check out Perry wearing Diesel’s “Mintha 8B3″ denim shorts with over 7,000 jewels!

Coat, R3 600, Kluk CGDT, BEADED leggings, R2 500, Jenni Button, stilettos, R999, Aldo

Sweatshirt, R299, Country Road at Woolworths; sequined blazer, R3 800, Thula Sindi; silk pants, R750, Jenni Button; necklace, R1 499, Shankara; stillettos, R999, Aldo

Long-sleeve Tee, R1 129, Diesel; shorts, R600, Lache Segal; shoulder piece, R2 400, Missibaba

Sequined top, R4 500, Stefania Morland; button detailed pants, R1 900, Klûk CGDT; stillettos, R999, Aldo

Sequined dress, R5 500, Stefania Morland; two-tone tights, R179, Falke

(Elle South Africa)

Sequins abound in this stunning spread…..I would love to have each and every piece! The Sequined-sleeved jacket, flower embellished top and button detail pants are splendid statement items…..perfect for mixing and matching.

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1. Photography Christian Brylle
Styling Yuki James

From left:

Yuri wears
Top American Apparel
Shorts Dsquared
Boots Rick Owens
Cuff Trash & Vaudeville
Bracelet, necklace, belt stylist’s own

Lakshmi wears
Bodysuit, chaps, shoes Maison Martin Margiela
Studded cuff Trash & Vaudeville
Necklaces and rings(her left) Lady Grey
Ring (her right) Bess
Bandana (worn throughout) stylist’s own

Kori wears
Jacket and bustier Guilty Brotherhood
Skirt Bebe
Necklace David Yurman
Shoes Versus
Pins stylist’s own

2. From left:

Kori wears
Jeans Uniqlo
Bra vintage
Underwear threeASFOUR
Shoes Versus

Yuri wears
Jeans H&M
Vest Bess
Cuff
Necklace stylist’s own

Jacquelyn wears
Dress (worn as top) and boots Alexander Wang
Skirt Dsquared
Belt Diesel
Bag Marc by Marc Jacobs
Bangle Giles & Brother by Philip

3. Jacquelyn wears
Bodysuit Norma Kamali
Jeans Baby Phat by Kimora Lee Simmons
Earring Silvester Ribbon
Rings Lady Grey
Leopard scarf (worn on arm) D&G
Belts stylist’s own

Berthold wears
Pants Rick Owens
T-shirt vintage
Boots Dr. Martens
Bandana (worn throughout) and bracelet stylist’s own

4. Berthold wears
Vest (customized by stylist) H&M
Shorts D&G

Kori wears
T-shirt Topshop
Skirt Diesel
Lace shorts (worn underneath) Guilty Brotherhood
Bag Dolce & Gabbana
Necklace Philip Crangi

5. From left:

Jacquelyn wears
Jacket Guess
Bustier Bess
Leggings threeASFOUR
Boots Trash & Vaudeville

Kori wears
T-shirt (customized by stylist) American Apparel
Necklace Philip Crangi
Shorts and boots Bess

Lakshmi wears
Dress Balmain
Ring Lady Grey
Shoes Giuseppe Zanotti Design

6. Lakshmi wears
Dress Balmain
Earring Lady Grey

Makeup Yadim
Hair Dennis Gots (Community NYC)
Models Lakshmi Menon, Jacquelyn Jablonski (Ford NY), Kori Richardson (IMG), Yuri Pleskun (Request),
Berthold Rothas (Fusion)
Photo assistant Tommy Moody
Stylist assistants Nikki Igol and Enrica Ferrazza
Manicure Elisa Ferri (See Management)
Retouching Milk Digital
Videographer Stephen Smith

(V Magazine)

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Diesel thinks every man should be an Iron Man. Their releasing a limited edition Iron Man version of their masculine fragrance, Only the Brave. Expect a line of fan geeks (and me) outside the Diesel store when this armored up version hits stores in mid-April.

This summer Somerset House in London will be hosting an exhibition celebrating 20 years of one of the most feted and creative contemporary designers Mr Martin Margiela. “20? will see the London venue work in conjunction with the Mode Museum in Antwerp to showcase works from throughout the career of the mysterious Belgian.  Possibly one of he most copied labels around today,  you can see the Margiela influence running strongly throughout the fashion world – from the haute couture houses, through streetwear and right down to the high street.  Yet despite his ubiquitous appeal he has yet to become a household name, perhaps this is due to his reclusive nature, never being photographed or appearing front of stage at his fashion shows, instead allowing his work to talk for him. It was recently announced by label owners Diesel that Margiela has actually left the label which bares his name, so this retrospective will serve as a timely reminder of one of the greatest designers of all time.  Lets just hope he isn’t doing a Helmut Lang, and is actually preparing a new project to launch soon

Diesel just got a fresh and youthful designer in the guise of Sophia Kokosalaki, and turns to young rebellion for their current ad campaign. Following in the footsteps of Levi brand jeans and leaving behind its boy meets furry phase

LINK LOVE: Alex Geana: Diesel Launches New "Be Stupid" Campaign

Whatever you may think about Diesel’s new “Be Stupid” campaign (currently running in New York City), you have to admire them for having the cojones to work a nipple into a subway ad.

LINK LOVE: Is That A Nipple In Your Ad, Or Are You Just Happy To See Us? [Advertising]

Diesel loves boobs and Abbey Lee Kershaw has boobs, making this the perfect combo!

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NEW YORK - FEBRUARY 16: A model walks the runway at the Diesel Black Gold Fall 2010 Fashion Show during Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week on February 16, 2010 in New York City. (Photo by Fernanda Calfat/Getty Images for IMG)

Anna Wintour reportedly didn’t want to wait in line for the Diesel Black Gold show on Tue night, she ‘got out of her car and then got right back in when they saw what a mess it was outside.’ Diesel reps deny she was ever confirmed to attend. Front row guest included Carine Roitfeld, Leigh Lezark, Daisy Lowe, and our very own Daniel Saynt (personally invited by Diesel to sit front row).

Check out Diesel’s ‘Sex Sell…Unfortunately We Sell Jeans’ campaign, which we LOVE. More images here.

Every season we gaga over who sits front row at fashion week, and it’s usually a slew of celebrities. This year, the trend seems to be the opposite. From Diesel (which will be sitting bloggers front row) to Marc Jacobs, who recently stated:  ‘I’m not into the celebrity thing . . . like we used to. That’s boring’.

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Gilt Group is having a HUGE denim blowout sale starting today at noon, including bootcuts by Diesel, boyfriends by Rich and Skinny, skinnies by Ksubi and more. Click here to join.

Diesel is not shy to controversy and their new ad campaign featuring a “seductive grizzly” is definitely causing a stir. At least that’s what 15 people in bear suits would have you believe. Watch the cheeky video of the bear protest below.

Diesel Bears

Black Friday brought the bears out of hiding to come “protest” Diesel on the biggest sales day of the year.In a clear attempt to draw a crowd and catch attention, Diesel staged a fake protest featuring people dressed in full bear costumes to catch shoppers’ attentions (I think it worked). I don’t fully understand the reasoning behind the bears or what not, but I do remember seeing big bear costumes used in store displays last time I was there. Definitely not an orthodox way to draw people to your store, but I think it’s great!

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Diesel:U:Music Miami 2009 from Karli Stein on Vimeo.

For those of you lucky enough to attend the Diesel:U:Music event in New York City, you can attest to the night being an unforgettable one. For all our Floridian indies, Diesel:U:Music is set to hit Miami, Florida on November 17th! With performances by big names like DJ Mom Jeans, Kid Cudi and Santigold, the evening is slated to be an epic party that you won’t want to miss out on.

All Diesel fans will have a chance to witness this private event with a limited amount of invitations to be given away starting at 4pm on Saturday, November 14th through Tuesday, November 17th, at Diesel stores as well as Bloomingdale’s located at the Aventura Mall. Hop to!

My friends at Diesel were nice enough to send me a pair of the Diesel Matic Flash For Fun skinny jeans. Not only do the jeans fit like a glove, they have a checkerboard florescent pattern around the ankles that looks incredible under a black-light. Although I haven’t be able to rock these jeans at Tenjune or 1OAK just yet, the black-light in my apartment helped me keep the rager going at home! Thanks Diesel!

Diesel’s Flash For Fun collection is available at selection stores nationwide!

Tuesday night was a good one for the people of New York even though the weather was beyond disgusting. Hundreds of people (as well as myself) headed over to Love on McDougal for the Diesel Flash For Fun Secret Party. For those of you who are familiar with Love know how cool it is on a normal night, throw in an insane amount of black lights, neon, fluorescent colors, and balloons, and it’s a madhouse! The place was jam packed, and the notorious Bronques of Last Night’s Party was capturing all the action.

Yesterday could not have been any more perfect. The weather was warm and sunny, I had just finished doing a walk through of one of my favorite showrooms in Soho, and now I was on my way into the Diesel building to meet up with the living legend Renzo Rosso. As if I wasn’t in enough of a state of disbelief that I was lucky enough to meet Mr. Rosso, I was completely blown away by the amazing showroom/headquarters they are working in. As pushed through the heavy doors that read “Only The Brave…” I knew what/who was waiting on the other side, and I couldn’t wait to pick the brain of the man responsible arguably the most famous denim brand of all time.

Fashion Indie: “Diesel U:Music and your global parties bring out some of the best new musical artists in the industry. Are their any artists/bands you are currently listening to?”

Renzo Rosso: [in his Italian inspired English which tends to hypnotize you] “Well I grew up in the rock and roll era, listening to artists like Black Sabbath and The Sex Pistols. A lot of this rock and roll attitude has definitely played a big part in what Diesel has become. However, I think all music is important. [Right now] All I really listen to is the Diesel U:Music radio station. They always play a wide variety of music, and have two live performances everyday. This has taught me to draw inspiration from whatever is happening at that moment, whether it be Kanye West, Pharrell, Rage Against The Machine, or Madonna all music is important. I have recently found their attitudes more and more inspirational, and that’s what I like to bring out in my clothing.”

FI: “You’re being honored with the Corporate Leadership Award at the 26th Annual Night of the Stars gala. Be honest, did you ever imagine Diesel getting this big?”

RR: “I think most people dream of being big of course, but they never really believe it until they hit that turning point. Once I knew I had established my brand, I could really focus on making it as big as I could. That is an amazing feeling, a feeling that I will never forget. While it felt like forever when it was happening, looking back it feels like it happened overnight.”

FI: “What do you attribute to this success?”

RR: “One thing that we have always tried to be with Diesel is pioneers. We are always introducing new, modern, different, fresh, and rebellious products that take both denim and the people wearing it to a whole new place. [However], I think the two biggest keys to our success were our vintage denim and the way we changed the way we communicated with our customers. Our vintage denim was something that no one else was doing at the time. We were the only ones able to produce a denim that had a look and feel of a great vintage pair of denim. This really helped to launch both Diesel and the industry into a new way of production. As I mentioned, our communication methods changed too. Most people were going direct saying ‘Here’s the product, buy it’. We decided to get away from that, and find a whole new way to communicate with our people. We decided to communicate through other people, the people our customers were listening to. We started working with celebrities, musicians, athletes to communicate in a more subtle way.”

FI: “You live an adventurous life, filled with hundreds of successes. Through all of that, one is bound to make some mistakes. Do you have any major regrets? Anything you wish you could change?”

RR: “I wish that I would have done more charity work. Don’t get me wrong I have and still do a lot, but I wish I would have made it more public. I recently met with the Dalai Lama and he told me ‘Use your brand and your face to show the work you have done. You have the power to inspire others, and you should take pride in what you have done.’ I have learned from that and plan to use my face and my power to send a positive message. In fact, we are currently working on building a village in Africa.”

FI: “In a world full of denim brands you have always managed to be one of the leaders in the industry. What has Diesel done that others haven’t?”

RR: “We produce a very unique denim. We have 51 years of history in manufacturing denim, and that has translated into quite the reputation amongst the industry. A lot of people don’t realize that a majority of the denim brands you find in the United States started off as Diesel affiliates. We have such amazing production facilities that they often work in the same factories as us, or they have worked at Diesel at some point in their careers. Diesel has gone on to foster a lot of these brands because of this.”

FI: “I am a big fan of your new fragrance ‘Only The Brave’, and judging by the way it was plastered all over your offices, you love it too. So do you wear the fragrance?”

RR: “I actually do wear the fragrance. I have produced many in the past, but this is the only one I wear [as he offers me to take a whiff of his scarf (I decline mostly because I could smell it prior to asking the question)]. Men’s fragrances are hard do, because I feel like they need to match the natural scent of a man’s skin.”

FI: “You are about to release your Flash For Fun collection, which contains a reflective material that glows under UV light. What was the inspiration behind this idea?”

RR: “Honestly? My kids. They came up to me saying they wanted something bright, new and fun, and this is what I gave them They loved all the pieces and the concept, and I decided that if they liked it why wouldn’t all my customers. My kids are great because they keep me really connected with what’s young and cool. This is a road I plan to take Diesel down now that I have successfully developed my Diesel Black Gold collection. Diesel is going to take a much more fun young feel, and Diesel Black Gold is going to be our high fashion line. I’m really excited to continue differentiating to two.”

[I get the dreaded wrap it up look from the other PR people in the room, and that signals the end despite the five questions I'm still dying to ask.]

I would like to thank all the people at Diesel who made this interview possible, my good friend Karli, and of course Mr. Rosso for the amazing opportunity.

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