Mad Hatter: We’re Crushing On Janessa Leone’s Chic Toppers

As much as we cherish go-to sartorial additions like statement necklaces, or striking soles, we kind of have a soft spot for one of the most timeless accessories of all: toppers. It’s no secret haute hats are having a major moment. A great chapeau adds an instant surge of sharp, sophisticated flair. But, it’s not every day you stumble upon one that’s worthy of sitting atop your head. Enter, Janessa Leone. The SoCal designer has crafted a collection of hats that take... Read More

New Directions: We’re Loving Spring’s Awning Stripes

We’re not quite sure why the vertical stripe hasn’t gotten as much time in the sun as its better-known cousin, the horizontal stripe. Once you overlook its referee uniform connotations, you’ll see that awning stripes are super flattering. They elongate your body, which means they’ll give you a visual boost in height, which we never say no to. Plus, they call to mind the cheerful, summertime awnings we so associate with this season. No better way to get... Read More

3 Ways In Which YSL Were Being Jerks To Stefano Pilati

WWD reports that Stefano Pilati’s departure from YSL came at YSL’s economic high point, with Pilati’s designs (especially in accessories) garnering the design house a nearly 31.4 percent increase in revenue just last year, and helped dig YSL out of massive losses. But despite all of that, we’ve heard from more than one insider that Pilati didn’t mesh well with other YSL heads — in fact, here are three examples that WWD expounded upon that gave... Read More

3 Ways In Which YSL Were Being Jerks To Stefano Pilati

WWD reports that Stefano Pilati’s departure from YSL came at YSL’s economic high point, with Pilati’s designs (especially in accessories) garnering the design house a nearly 31.4 percent increase in revenue just last year, and helped dig YSL out of massive losses. But despite all of that, we’ve heard from more than one insider that Pilati didn’t mesh well with other YSL heads — in fact, here are three examples that WWD expounded upon that gave... Read More

Backstage At Jason Wu’s Chinese-Inspired (Yep, There Were Emperor Hats) Fall Show

Ominous music, long, swinging, aggressively blunt-cut ponytails bound with bondage tape, the most obvious Chinese influence yet, and a real nod to luxury defined Jason Wu’s fall ’12 production. And make no mistake, this show was a real production. The Michelle Obama-approved designer is clearly ready to announce to the world that he’s made it, and prepped to play in the big leagues. Starting with a smoke-filled entry for look number one (at St. John’s... Read More