Maison Michel Fall 2009

Milla Jovovich & Sasha Pivovarova

I have been into hats because of Maison Michel. It was founded by Hatmaker Auguste Michel in 1936. Later on it was taken over by the couple Pierre Debard and Claudine Debard, who brought back the 'large wide-brimmed hats' style which attracts many designers. Now Maison Michel is operated under Chanel (photos taken by Karl Lagerfeld, of course), and has been the IT hats right now!

Lara Stone

Milla Jovovich

Melanie Laurent
Saw you at the Inglorious Basterds movie!

Erin Wasson

Ali Mahdavi

Sources from www.michel-paris.com

Maison Michel offers made-to-measure hats; that makes me really want to go Paris and go its showroom on rue Sainte-Anne.

I'll be seeing you soon, MM!

AS

Lovin' Chloe!

I am officially loving Chloe by Hannah MacGibbon's collection this season. Pieces and pieces from the runway are seen on the magazines! I am surprised that I am really into Chloe for the Fall collection thanks to designer Hannah MacGibbon.

LOVE love love the one-sleeve Bow Top

I have spotted many baggy cropped pants from various designers. I got a black satin one from Alexander Wang and I am lovin' it! I really like the camel color satin from Chloe, and the green one is just so luxe! (check out the flats too!)

This reminds me of Lanvin from Spring 2008

Great color combination and texture

Jumpsuits are still in style!

Leather shorts: Def. something I would wear

pictures from style.com

Definitely MY style.

AS

Nina Garcis' Style Strategy

The new book Style Strategy is out soon! With those of you who loves the best-selling The One Hundred and The Little Black Book of Style, this is a must-have! As you can see from the cover of the book, Nina Garcia will guide us step-by-step to achieve the Recession-Proof style we simply need. Fashionistas, get it by pre-ordering at Amazon.com now!

AS

Chloe Sevigny for Opening Ceremony

Okay. I'm too late.

Chloe Sevigny collaborated with Opening Ceremony to launch a collection for both men and women. Well I think this is the second season. Anyways, this is the gladiator-like wedges with mini silver buckles. I remember seeing this somewhere in the magazine. But only now that I start to look for it. Guess what. Sold out. Not even in Shopbop, Opening Ceremony..

Why oh why??

It may not be my style. But I think it's kinda cool. You never know when there is an occasion to wear this! haha

AS

Alexander Wang Coco Duffel Bag

The hottest bag of the season! It was out around June-July. And it is now SOLD OUT! Still many are still looking for it.

Well, the gold studs all over the bottom of the bag make all the difference! Who wouldn't want such a great handbag, especially when the price is affordable ($850). eBay sells them for more than a thousand!

First time I knew of this was when I saw Mary-Kate Olsen using it, months before the Coco Duffel bag was even out! Of course.. Endorsement (Duh!). Good thing I kept on bugging my SP @ Barney's to order one for me.

DOn't worry J! They will have other colors coming in soon. Black leather with silver studs, Gray leather with silver or black studs (I can't remember). Shopbop has the blue with silver studs.

I will let you know if I find it in any other stores!

As

Lanvin Addict

Lanvin Ohlala

Lanvin Paris Can Can

Lanvin Japan

Lanvin China
pics from LuisaViaRoma

Call me a Lanvin addict if you wish! I am ONE. I simply looooove the graphics on his jersey T-shirts! I don't know what Alber does with his color pencils, but he can sure do magic. For this Fall season, Lanvin does very elegant and sophisticated looks, staying with the different shades of black. BUT, I must say I love these T-shirts! Always have.

Thanks Alber, for not making me disappointed ;)

J, check out some of the new collections @ LuisaViaRoma!

Luvv,
AS

Feeling Goyard-ish?

Keeping an eye on something as beautiful as this GOYARD clutch, BIG YES! As Karl's favorite trunk maker, Goyard has created this classy, simple yet elegant clutch. Wear it casually or even dressy, BIG OK! Go get 'em! *Drool Drool Drool*

XOXO

Junko

Lanvin Special Edition Color Pencils

get it at LuisaViaRoma

Oh Alber Alber...

Are these color pencils similar to the ones you use to draw for your designs?? The Lanvin Dolls printed on the Tees?

You never know. But I love how it has different shades of colors, even though you can find them much much cheaper at art stores.. But c'mon, this is THE Lanvin color pencils! with the word 'Lanvin' stamped on the pencils! How special can it get?? Okay, forget that. Anyways, I love it!

Special Edition. Hmm.. Makes you think huh.

Would you get it?

I would.

AS

Balmain Spring '09

If you don't know what or who Pierre Balmain is, you definitely have to check it out!

Everyone has been so crazy with his Ripped Jeans that they are sold out right away, even though the jeans' prices are around $2,000s ++!! Everything from shoes, to jackets, to jeans, are so pricey!

And celebs are seen wearing his jackets. i.e. Kate Moss. I love it!

Pictures from Net-A-Porter

What is recession when it comes to Balmain??

AS

Fendi Spring '09 Dress

Hi J.,

I haven't been updating much since it is my final weeks. But now that I have some free time, I thought I should!

Fendi Tulle Dress at Net-A-Porter

Fendi Cutout Dress at Net-A-Porter

Don't you just love those details?? Karl Lagerfeld is doing good with Fendi. I just can't get enough from him!

AS