Frock of Ages: A History of Eco-Fashion

Edited by Lester Brathwaite

Eco-fashion as we know it developed in the 1960s thanks to those damned dirty hippies and the burgeoning environmentalist movement. However, the history of sustainable style can be traced back to the 18th century when hand-crafted silk garments were “meticulously cared-for and altered for continued wear,” according to the Museum at FIT‘s Eco-Fashion: Going Green exhibit from two years ago. That exhibit explored the often contentious relationship between fashion and the environment and how it has developed over the past few centuries.

BROADCAST: How To Style the Season’s Hottest Hair with Windle and Moodie

Edited by Jessica Lapidos

The top runway hair trends of Fall 2011 were wielded by the hair stylist superstars of Windle and Moodie. This London based salon by Paul Windle and Neil Moodie is truly run by masters. Paul Windle was the principal of the Vidal Sassoon schools back in the 80s, and left in ’88 to open his own Salon. His prominence grew in the 90s in editorial and on the runway, styling a good number of Vogue covers. He’s also the reason his swear-by products Bumble and Bumble got so popular in the UK. If you’re in Londontown, you may even snag a coveted appointment for a haircut by Windle himself. Neil Moodie took a moment to shows us how to get the season’s coolest hair. From the tough ponied tomboy girlfriend to the teased, hurried and extreme hair of the Fall ’11 runways, Moodie takes you step by step here. 

Brood Spring 2012 RTW Collection

Edited by Samantha Lim

In its third season to date, the Spring 2012 Brood collection is simply mesmerizing.  Showcased the basement of a Chelsea art gallery, designer Serkan Sarier presented 12 ethereal looks on models surrounding a partially deflated metallic silver hot air balloon, an art installation portraying the reflective lights and shadows his pieces were designed around.  

BOUTIQUE CRITIQUE :: A. Turen : Look 1

Edited by Jessica Lapidos

Across from the comically delicious Meatball Shop on Stanton St. in New York sits a boutique that boasts some ballsy moves of its own. Alongside brands like Timo Weiland, Martin Margiela and other emerging talents, storeowner Ashley Turen carries her own collection of hand painted pieces. Here’s where balls of steel come in to play: she hand paints vintage Chanel bags and coveted concert tees (see them here this week). For the shopper that wants something rich with history and a fresh coat of paint, A. Turen is the destination.

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Haider Ackermann’s ascension to… Christian Dior?

Edited by Benjamin Kanarek

I have been observing the evolution of Haider Ackermann for several seasons, as he is one of my favorite new designers when it comes to womens’ clothing. In my humble opinion, his last two seasons in Paris outclassed all of the other Designers’ Women Collections by a long shot.

Comme des Garçons’s Reclusive Rei Kawakubo Speaks to WWD

Edited by Jessica Lapidos

Rei Kawakubo, the brilliant mind behind Comme des Garçons, is typically almost as quiet as Martin Margiela. However, there being nothing typical about her, she’s let WWD into her black-clad world. She talks about her new Beijing store, what new designers are doing wrong, and the growing strain to create something undeniably new.

Twisted Classic – The Seersucker Shorts

Edited by The Fashion Web

SLU Editor Ramona Canino and The Seersucker Shorts

J.Crew Seersucker Shorts, Martin Margiela Jacket, Ann Demeulemeester Shirt, Subversive Necklace, Rick Owens Boots

STREET HERO: Jane Aldridge

Edited by Kirby Marzec

Sea of Shoes’ Jane Aldridge looks amazing in her Kansai Yamamoto skirt, Zara sweatshirt, vintage ankh necklace and Martin Margiela cap-toe ankle boots. But seriously though, does Aldridge ever look bad? No.

STREET HERO: Blogger Edition

Edited by Rebecca Alexander

Blogger Hanneli in a white Martin Margiela fur coat, Rad Hourani leather pants, and Alexander Wang bag. So jealous!!!

T-CRITIC: Brian Lictenberg/Blood Is The New Black | Names Tee

Edited by Hillary Frazier

Hedi Slimane, Martin Margiela,  Nicolas Ghesquière,  Hussein Chalayan, and Vivienne Westwood. By Brian Lichtenberg for Blood Is The New Black.  Even more than the people on this shirt and the fabulous one that made it, I’m in love with the fit of this shirt. BITNB is doing the whole ‘boyfriend tee’ thing now and that’s just how I like my clothes. (One size fits most!)

This tee is only $38, a total steal! Buy it here