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Looking stylish would probably be the least of your worries during a terrorist attack, but then again you’re not Paris Hilton. Trendsetters like her might trade in your duct tape and Cipro for the Urban Security Suit. Designed by Tim Smit, the USS is made of neoprene, though it’s also lined with body-molded Kevlar to ensure you can stop bullets while turning heads. There is also a gas mask, in case of deadly chemical release into the air.

And if the USS isn’t your cub of fashion, there are always the rifles, chainsaws, machine guns, and artillery shells. But, these aren’t your normal army weapons, these are branded with big designer names: Louis Vuitton, Gucci, Fendi, not exactly what you would imagine for a rocket launcher or an electric chair, but way more stylish than the AK-47. There is also a Pac-Man grenade!

Louis Vuitton for Guantamano Bay

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 Our post on Gucci’s lack of love for New York bloggers got linked to in today’s Gothamist.Apparently Gucci never got the okay from the state to use the “Heart New York” logo.  Sorry to hear that Gucci, hopefully all the money raised from the bags won’t go into legal fees.Read the full article here.  Thanks for reading Fashion Indie blogging buddies. 

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So fashion week has been crazy, from the shows, to the afterparties and all the goodies in between. I am tierd (mainly of standing in line waiting), and stressed (because somehow, RSVP’s get lost in translation) , and beyond in love with some great new talent (love Terexov, and not only because of the caviar and vodka filled afterparty).

I’m running out of outfits for events, and sick of seeing the same non-celebrity celebrities (Cory Kennedy, cute girl but far from stardom). On the bright side, fashion week is almost over and the good stuff is only yet to come. Tomorrow night is Peter Som (9pm at the tents) and then the Gucci/Madonna/UN cocktail party. Yes, Indies, we are cool enough to get an invite, personally messaged over this morning. Very excited, especially since feeling jealousy toward Susie Bubble for getting an invite, who we met Sunday night at The Box. What a sweet girl! Thursday is the NY Couture show. Everyone needs to be there! After all, she is the new Heatherette.

Then Friday, off to the Gen Art Fall 2008 Fashion Show. And this year, they are mixing things up. The nations leading art and fashion organization is showcasing one chosen designer, instead of their normal three. Camilla Staerk will be presenting her label, STAERK. The collection titled “Bride of the Black Moon,” will return her beloved noir palette and luxurious textures of leather and lace. Looking forward to seeing that, and meeting the designer. Below: piece from Camilla’s previous collection.

Many shows have come and gone this past week, but one still stands out in my mind. Maybe because of the celebrities, maybe because of the floor length gowns that I would never have a place to wear to, but mainly because of the abundance of FUR. I know, I know! Fur is bad, PETA will not be happy with me, but what can I say, it’s the Russian in me. Venexiana was a show unlike any other. With looks that included full length fur coats, sequence cocktail dresses, and floor length silk gowns. I was speechless…Imagine that!

All photos courtesy of a very good friend, Rick Louis. Entire collection available on Flickr.

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Gucci Loves NY, but they must really hate New York Fashion Bloggers.

The seemingly heartfelt brand decided to launch a site celebrating their new Fifth Ave flagship store, which is slated to open February 8th. In order to celebrate (and connect themselves to the “hip” market) they got five fashion bloggers to tout their favorite New York spots. Of course, NON OF THE BLOGGERS ARE NEW YORKERS!!!

Cory Kennedy (not a fashion blogger, officially on my BASH list and from LA), Tomoki Sukezane of Openers (Japanese Blogger), Susie Bubble of Style Bubble (UK Blogger who I actually am hearts for), La Coquette (Paris Blogger) and Fashion Is Spinach (D.C. Blogger) were chosen as their panel of experts on New York City.

What the f*ck GUCCI, you couldn’t choose at least one local fashion blogger to be on your list. Considering that Brooklyn is now the bloggiest city in the world (and the place that Fashion Indie calls home) this seems like a bit of a spit in the face to New York Fashion and the powerful little monopoly us professional bloggers have built in our fair city.

Gucci, you are officially on my BASH list (even if I do love your current Resort Collection) for ignoring New York bloggers.

You can get back on if you include at least one NYC blogger (present company included) onto your list.

P.S. You can also get off my list if you send me your current resort collection. Pants -36, Shirts - XL - (Yes even we can be bought)

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