Edited by Lester Brathwaite
The prize that launched the careers of Karl Lagerfeld and Yves Saint Laurent is being relaunched this year for a new generation of designers.
Edited by Lester Brathwaite
Britain’s Advertising Standards Authority has had its share of questionable decisions in the past. From deeming Hailee Steinfeld‘s Miu Miu ads “irresponsible” for depicting the teen actress on railroad tracks to banning Dakota Fanning‘s Marc Jacobs “Oh Lola” ads for being “sexually provocative.” Well it seems the ASA has loosened up a little — at least when it comes to loose women — giving a controversial ”Walk of Shame” video by Harvey Nichols a thumbs up. And maybe a high five.
Edited by Amanda Gabriele
LOOKBOOKS editor-in-chief Cator Sparks explores the lost art of fashion illustration with artist Katy Smail. See the interview and fantastic gallery of her whimsical work below.
With the amount of air brushing going on these days, models in magazines look nearly good enough to hang in the Louvre. Their skin so dewy, their teeth so white and their eyes so clear, so it only make sense that the fashion world is rediscovering the lost art of illustration.
Edited by Jessica Lapidos
Lords and Ladies. Dukes, Duchesses, Prince and Princesses. Your Royal Highness. I present to thee 10 shoes worthy of your regal names. Please take them on behalf of our countenance that worship designers and their wares. May you stand at least a foot taller each time you step. And to you, Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge, I thank thee for donning shoes so royally spectacular.
Edited by Jessica Lapidos
May your presents be felt in the heart of he who receives them, not on the balls of your feet. Going gift shopping is a game of get in there, get it, get out. On to the next. Your soles have to be up for the hunt, especially when your soul gets sucked by a constant stream of Christmas music and faux cheerful cashiers. Check these 10 kicks, so you can gift yourself happy feet before you stock up for everybody else.
Edited by Amanda Gabriele
Yesterday, we showed you what Fashion Editor Jessica Lapidos packed for Bonnaroo. Although each piece works together to create an intricately put-together music festival experience, the most important element is what you use to carry it all. Whether a rucksack, tote or duffel, summer travel requires only the finest bags to make your experience as light and no-frills as possible. And because we love to travel here at FashionIndie, we put together a guide of the 20 best bags to travel with this summer. Whether braving the great outdoors for a music fest or lounging in the sandy Hamptons, our list will help you make the right choice.
Edited by Amanda Gabriele
It’s no secret the maxi dress is a hot silhouette for summer. From breezy sundresses to embellished formals, you can find the perfect maxi to suit any occasion. If you’re a first timer wearing a long, lean dress, there’s no need to run out and buy 10 different styles. One can get you through the summer when strategically styled correctly. Check out the guide below to wearing 1 maxi dress 4 different ways and indulge your hankering for a hemline change.
Edited by Amanda Gabriele
Ahoy, mateys! Are you prepared for ye olde Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides to open in theaters today? Well if you’ve been too busy pillaging the locals to put together appropriate garb for the film, we have you covered. Check out the guide below and channel your inner pirate.
Edited by Amanda Gabriele
Mother’s Day is coming up on Sunday, and many of us are still scrambling for a gift. It’s fairly easy to get your mom a present she would love, but your mom isn’t like other moms. You mom is a cougar mom. She likes to go clubbing and prey on younger men. She makes her own money and loves to flaunt it for all to see. What to buy for this non-traditional type of mom? Check out the gift guide below and let FashionIndie do the heavy shopping.
Edited by Amanda Gabriele
If you’re a blogger/journalist/photographer/It-girl/socialite during New York Fashion Week, the age-old question remains – what the hell am I going to wear? It’s difficult to look fabulous all day long running from shows to presentations and parties to after-parties, so you need outfits that will take you from day to night with ease. Here are eight hot show-to-party outfits that will get you through the week with flying fashion colors.
