Intermex is celebrating Rag + Bone tonight from 7PM – 9PM at Ace Hotel (20 West 29th Street). After last night’s parties, I need a break for the night, but I’m bummed to miss this Rag + Bone, their stuff rules! Maybe next time.

Email to RSVP: rsvp@Intermixnyc.com

SOURCE: party crasher

President Elect Obama is geting ready to take office, and the hype about who’s designs he is going to wear on inaguarion day are already swirling. WWD is hosting a crap ton of pictures from all the biggest designers of their designs for the soon to be President’s suits on the historic day. Designers like Marc Jacobs, Sean John, D Squared, Ferragamo, Thom Browne and Rag and Bone have all submitted designs. For all the images head over to WWD and check them out.

PS: Does this completely annoy anyone else besides me? He’s our President to be who cares what he’s wearing? All that matters is that he does something to turn our country around. I in no way hope this happens, but what happens if he flops as a President? Talk about a lot of people being embarassed.

Enjoy the pictures

When I first heard that Rag & Bone was doing a spring footwear line, I was pretty excited. Honestly, what isn’t to love about tailored loafers, slipper-esque oxfords, and brogue-detailed ballerina flats, especially with spring trends heading back in time towards vintage basics? Well, the recently released peek at the slipper oxfords as well as the announcement of the price range completely eliminated my excitement. Sure, the designers Marcus Wainwright and David Neville might claim that the shoes are of “good value” and constructed for the frequent walkers of New York, but $330-$515 for such basic shoes? I think not, my dears! Grab a pair of canvas Keds, a can of metallic spray paint, and make these shoes for less than $20 yourself! Sorry Rag & Bone, these shoes aren’t worth my money or my freezing cold feet come March! 

Thanks Style and NY Mag!

Thanks to The Fashionisto for the images

I had a chance to stop by the BBlessing store this past weekend and check out this line in person. The jeans are awesome. They aren’t terribly expensive, and when I first saw them amongst the stacks of Rag and Bone and Surface To Air jeans, I couldn’t tell them apart. The tops are great as well, fairly straight forward key pieces to a look. So be sure to get out to the boutique on Orchard St. and pick up the latest from BBlessing.

Thanks to Selectism for the pictures.

Inspired by the British punk, mod and ska music scene, Rag and Bone literally (and figuratively!) rocked New York Fashion Week. From exposed zippers and checkered prints to distressed leather and tapered pants, this edgy and aggressive musical culture was transformed into tangible runway art. Despite Rag and Bone’s literal translation of the punky music scene, the collection bravely played with flirty miniskirts and preppy fitted blazers. Well done!

Thanks STYLE!

Chris Benz

Giambattista Valli

House of Diehl

Phillip Lim

Rag and Bone

Rogan

Elettra Wiedemann may be the daughter of Isabella Rossellini, BFF of Chris Benz, and a biomedical engineering student who has also recently founded JustOneFrickinDay.com, an organization that (among other projects) is raising funds to build the first solar-powered hospital in Kigutu, Burundi. Co-founded by James Marshall, the Burundi Solar Project has enlisted Chris Benz, House of Diehl, Rogan, Rag & Bone, 3.1 Phillip Lim, and Giambattista Valli to each create an energy-inspired, limited edition t-shirt to be sold at JustOneFrickinDay.com.

The t-shirts, all made from 100% organic cotton, are available in men’s and women’s one size fits all and will sell for $60 each.  There are only 100 available in each style, and each is numbered.  A simpler style by House of Diehl, which served as creative consultants for the project, is also available for $30.

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When Marcus Wainwright and David Neville decided to create a resort collection, they had no clue what the results would be. They were grazed with a pleasant surprise. Marcus and David’s label, Rag and Bone, withholds a resort 09 collection abundant in creativity and timeless style. Dresses, shirts, coats and jackets sit upon the backs of models in confidence. Rag and Bone doesn’t always play it safe; their clothing is edgy in a way that doesn’t kill the outfit. The pieces are wearable, and thanks to two great designers with the ability to manipulate design and color, we’re liking what we see.

To see more of the Rag and Bone collection click here

Odin

What: Most everything in the store (Rag and Bone, Engineered Garments, Commes des Garcons) is 30% off, with more markdowns to follow as time goes on

When/Where: On now until “mid-summer.”

Mon—Sat noon—9pm; Sun noon—8pm at 330

E 11th St between First and Second Aves (212-475-0666);

Mon—Sat 11am—8pm; Sun noon—7pm at

199 Lafayette St between Broome and Kenmare Sts (212-966-0026).

Rag & Bone’s Spring/Summer staples will go fast at their sample sale tomorrow. Enjoy up to 60 percent off men’s & women’s shirts, jackets, and denim. Thursday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Friday, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.

Rag & Bone at SSS Sample Sale,

261 West 36th Street (between Seventh & Eighth Avenues),

Second Floor,

rag-bone.com

The Best New Menswear Designers in America project was established by GQ in conjunction with the Council of Fashion Designers of America (CFDA) to recognize the rising stars of American men’s fashion design. Selected by GQ, the finalists will be featured in the February 2008 issue of the magazine. The winning designer will receive a $50,000 cash prize and the opportunity to create a “capsule” collection for Levi’s. The winner will be selected by a panel of industry experts chaired by GQ Editor-in-Chief Jim Nelson, Creative Director Jim Moore, and the CFDA.

John Varvatos & Wifey (r)

Daniel and I got the honor of attending the Pre-Fashion Week Party to debut the finalist’s collections. The designers include: Engineered Garments, Spurr, Steve Alan, Obedient Sons, and Rag and Bone. Along with the designers, the party was filled with industry celebs. I was personally struck by Isaac Mizrahi, who gave me a stare as he strolled by. Lauren Ezersky didn’t look my way, even though I tried to introduce myself. While John Varvatos was pleasant, as usual, and shaking hands with a smile. I love that man!  Micheal Kors dropped in for a min, Andre 3000 made rounds talking about his upcoming well anticipated line, and Tom Brown personified his collection wearing a shrunken suit that seems like it was tailored for a young boy.

Andre 3000

The models, who showcased each collection, stood on display in line two feet above the rest of the humans. They were all gorgeous and thin, most soo good looking that I was jealous of their prettiness. As waiters (also good looking) walked around with trays of Prosecco, fashionistas from all over strolled and mingled amongst each other. The abundance of Chanel bags was alarming and individual style not showcased.

Thom Brown

Each collection had its own individual details of the designers perception of men’s fashion. Rag and Bone idealized the collection with well tailored fitted suits, beautiful fabrics, and traditional concepts. While Steven Alan’s collection looked like Abercrombie reborn, same market, same approach to an already defined client. Engineered Garments could only be described with two words “farmhouse chic.”

Rag & Boners

After an hour, the party got monotonous, and we headed home to rest for Fashion Week. Well, off to sleep. Opening ceremony tomorrow at 8:00AM at the tents. See you there.

Rebecca