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Geek Chic: The Webby Awards!

Samantha Lim — Tue, 03 May 2011 17:24:06 +0000

For all our internet-obsessed style mavens out there, the International Academy of Arts & Sciences has announced their Webby winners. Let’s check out the ones we care about:

Best Fashion Website: Nowness

Best Retail Website: Groupon

Best Beauty and Cosmetics Website: Boss Bottled Night

People’s Voice Award for Best Fashion Website: Vogue.com

People’s Voice Award for Best Beauty and Cosmetic Website: Redkin.com

Best Shopping App: Walgreens Mobile

Best Celebrity Fan Website: Team Coco

Best weird website: Awkward Family Photos

Best Magazine: New Yorker

Geek Chic: iFrogz Phone Case and Earbuds Road Test

Samantha Lim — Sat, 09 Apr 2011 23:19:15 +0000

I have an unhealthy relationship with my iPhone. We sleep together, it always lets me know where I am and where I’m going (thank goodness for Maps and iCal), and with the email/tweeting/texting/Angry Birds combo platter, any human vying for my attention is usually doomed. That being said, I’m always in search for stylish, multifunctional tech accessories I can bling out my little pal with. Henceforth, iFrogz Luxe snap-on hard case and earbuds. I decided to test out the products while actually writing this post and simultaneously jamming out to the freshly downloaded Britney Spears CD (which is actually quite energizing).

The thin case easily snapped on securely to the back of my phone, barely adding any bulk, and although the case was an unmissable hot pink, its velvety matte coating gave it a sleek, elegant finish. This color also made it much easier to find in the depths of my beach bag (did I mention I’m writing from LA this week?), which is my constant frustration.

I was especially impressed by the quality of the earbuds. Not only did they have a fully functioning microphone, but they successfully drowned out all the outside noise while putting me in heavy-bass Britney mode. The matching pop of color at the ear coordinated with the phone shell, giving the overall look this subtle consistency which I particularly appreciate.

Overall, iFrogz has definitely designed quality goods, and I will be rocking the pink until it goes out of style (obvi I mean never). For more info check out their site right heresies. If you have any more questions tweet ‘em at me @iamsamlim

When Fashion Terms Go Out of Fashion

Lester Brathwaite — Mon, 03 Jan 2011 18:59:41 +0000

The New York Times has selflessly taken it upon itself to enumerate 2010′s “Worn-Out Fashion Terms” and among the violators are “couture”, “statement outfit” and “fashionista.” So out with the old and in with the new as Fashion Indie has selflessly taken it upon itself to enumerate 2011′s “Soon to Be Worn-Out Fashion Terms.”

Couture – “Calling something ‘couture’ doesn’t make it hand-sewn or high class.” No, it certainly doesn’t, that’s why you should just call it Trash, then call it a day.

Statement outfits - “Does your clothing speak louder than words?” My clothing is usually screaming; if not for attention, at least for spare change. And though these creations make a statement, they also raise numerous questions, hence a Dubious outfit.

Smoldering – “O.K., your makeup is hot. Your outfit is hotter. You are about to combust. We get it.” I’ve actually never heard/seen anyone use this term when not referring to coals or an STD, but I’ll trust the Times (this once) and suggest we toss a match on that smoldering outfit and make it Flaming (which is usually reserved for the gays).

Fashionista – “The word has gone from describing a class of urban style-conscientious sophisticates to becoming a lazy and cheap byword for anyone with a modicum of taste.” Let’s not forget the further cheapening of the word after it was co-opted by a certain bargain-priced chain of department stores. Let’s just do away with the term all together since it’s lost all reverence and use it ironically to describe…oh, I don’t know…Maxxinistas.

Geek-chic -” In 2010, anyone who sported thick-framed glasses, cardigans and T-shirts with nerdy references was instantly labeled ‘geek-chic.’” I love geeks as much as the next gal, but their purported style is basically that of an old man. So let’s call a spade a spade and rename this trend Geriatric-chic, Geriatrique for short.

D.I.Y. fashion – “It’s not always necessary to knit your own mittens.” Unless you actually have a talent for sewing or construction, you’re not fooling anyone and this is just plain old Laziness.

Well-edited - “This replaced ‘curated’ to describe any collection chosen with a sharp eye.” Why not go a step further and use specific editors; whose sharp eye best described this collection? Well-Wintoured? Well-Coddingtoned? Well-Leon Tallied? Well-Sozzanied? Well-Roitfeld’d? Okay, maybe not the last one…

Mash-up: “Used to describe looks that blend multiple influences…” though not all looks blend their influences well. Those particular mash-ups are just a Hot Tranny Mess.

Hopefully these and other terms will catch on and peter out so quickly that words will no longer be used to describe fashion and we’ll reserve a series of grunts, facial expressions and elaborate movements to replace them.

Oh my god, your outfit is so *wild flailing arms followed by feigned dry heaving*!

Photo/Link Love: NY Times

CURRENT OBSESSION: WTFJeans Are Made For Your iPhone

Saynt — Fri, 05 Mar 2010 13:32:14 +0000

I have a confession to make. I’m a total geek. For that reason I get really excited whenever I spot items that are in support of my geekish ways. These WTFJeans are the epitome of geek chic. The pockets are lined to with a special microfiber that cleans and protects your iPhone, there is a space for your USB and the creators current denim collection is currently in beta (whatever that means).

Geek Chic Gone Bad

Saynt — Mon, 23 Feb 2009 00:10:01 +0000

A lot of the styles in this video are currently raping Williamsburg. Seriously, I saw a dude dressed like contestant number one just yesterday. Make it stop!!! Thank god for the guys who actually know how to dress. As for the ladies still pushing geek, your days are totally numbered and you know it…

Old Navy Does Geek Chic

Lauren Garroni — Sun, 17 Aug 2008 13:26:02 +0000

Old Navy is desperate to seem hip. So much so that they would use a trend that’s on its last legs in their new ad campaign. Like J.Crew before them, Old Navy has their models wearing glasses in their new ads. Geek-chic?! Really? We’re over it!

Style Icon: Madonna Out, Lourdes In

Lauren Garroni — Sat, 19 Jul 2008 18:43:37 +0000

It seems that the tides have turned, Madonna the chameleon of style has rocked her last look and unfortunatly that look is a that of a soccer mom. Even here at Fashion Indie we are kind of over Madonna’s style. But have no fear there’s someone waiting in wings that take her place, her daughter Lourdes. I know we’ve seen the geek-chic, American Apparel look on so many hipster, but Lourdes has the ‘tude to pull it off.

[just jared]

J. Crew Goes Geek-Chic, I Cry

Lauren Garroni — Wed, 18 Jun 2008 16:26:08 +0000

If you haven’t noticed, J. Crew is trying to get rid of their preppy reputation, instead trying to go for a hybrid preppy-hipster look. If you take a look at their site every model have these J.Crew designed geek classes. These glasses could be yours for the very hipster-price of $325. Yes, $325 bucks. My advice would be just to go to a thrift store. But for all you nouveau riche-preppy-hipsters these are the glasses for you!

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