I had the recent pleasure of getting together with Mama and her “locas” to shoot the lookbook for her Holiday collection. Taking it back to a theme she visited in the early days of Mama, her collection entitled “Mi Vida Loca” takes inspiration from classic, west coast Americana style of the lives of L.A. Chola’s depicted in the movie “Mi Vida Loca”. The collection takes us from the Zoot Suit Riots of the 1940’s, to the low rider culture of today.  I always love the research Gabriella puts into her collections. Paying close attention to detail in making sure her collections are true to the theme that inspires her. From the silhouettes of her pieces (can you say Derbay jacket!) to the artists she worked with, Gabriella never disappoints in taking you on a journey and telling a story as if she lived it herself. These are all qualities that come out in her collection every season and I look forward to whats to come! It’s always a pleasure to be the stylist to this star. Welcome to the West Siiiiiiiide!

See the more from the look book after the jump! (more…)

Earlier this year we were honored and excited to help EyeASage launch her first solo mixtape, Married To the Hustle.  Using some of the imagery from her mixtape, EyeASage printed up some t-shirts and they’re hot off the presses.  They feature the beautiful photography of M.I.S.S. Amanda Lopez.  You can get the tees here.

M.I.S.S.’s very own Amanda Lopez is having a solo show opening tomorrow, Saturday September, 20th.  She’s been documenting her Vans on all of her travels and now she’s put all her photos together to show her “True Story” an exploration of her life through her Vans.  I wish I could be in Santa Ana tomorrow to go see it - Amanda takes such amazing photos.  If you’re in the area this is a definite must see!

This Friday, Legend Magazine is presenting a photography show called Branded at Club Six in San Francisco.  This is a definitely a must see and the show includes works by some of our favorites including Amanda Lopez, OHW2007, Jason Maggio, Nina Parks, Matthew Reamer, and Tiffany Eng.  See you there!

For the summer 2008 collection Mama takes you back to the Roaring 20’s when smoke-filled speakeasys and jazz clubs were the place to get a cocktail during Prohibition.  A time when flappers were chopping their hair into bobs and hiking their skirts up and showing their ankles – so scandalous! Mama celebrates this exciting period and gives it a contemporary twist.  The Mama’s Joint Look Book is laid out like a silent film and was shot at Milk Bar in San Francisco to give it that “secret spot� feel. You can view the Look Book here.  Sit back, relax and turn the listen to all that jazz.  

More pics and credits after the jump . . .

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Week Three of our M.I.S.S. Crew exclusive Women Making History series to recap:

• Monday, March 17 - Amanda Lopez
• Tuesday, March 18- Vivian Host aka “Star Eyes”
• Wednesday, March 19 - Jennifer aka St. Agnes of Worship Worthy
• Thursday, March 20 - The Ladies of DimePiece
• Friday, March 21 - Katie aka “Queen Bee” of Good Peoples

Missed any of the WMH posts?! See the ladies we featured for week one & two after the jump!

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I’ve been very fortunate to work with talented and down-to-earth female photographers such as Amanda Lopez (Mama Clothing photo shoots) and Nina Parks (Married to the Hustle album cover) and the way these ladies are able to capture the feeling and raw beauty of a culture is simply awing.

As a graphic designer, it’s very important for me to work with someone who can interpret the world I’m not able to immediately capture through my art. Working with these ladies has inspired finished products that leave me filled with gratitude and satisfaction.

Today’s post is on Isabel Muñoz, who is one of the most important and exciting figures in photography today but I can honestly say that I see Amanda Lopez and Nina Parks both being introduced in that same way, in the near future. Read on…

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Good things comes to those who wait…I’ve always liked to believe that’s true. And the much awaited and anticipated Holiday collection from everyone’s favorite Mama, Operation Saigon Sunset is out now! We can always expect a little trick up the sleeve from this brand and this time around it’s the Mama x New Era Military style beret! This style was made specifically for Mama…always pushing the boundries, whatchoutnow!!! I’m thinking these ladies are up to something…world domination?? Me thinks yes.

Photo Credit: Amanda Lopez

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Mama Clothing has just released the the first part of their Fall Collection called “Operation: Saigon Sunset.” Tee’s are available in stores now! The site has been up-dated with new images and music, too! Peep the picts from the look book photo shoot that happened last weekend…Whatda we want? PEACE! Whenda we want it? NOW!

Photos: Amanda Lopez, Styling: Liz Baca/The Goods!, Photo Re-Touch: Alex Valdez

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Welcome to M.I.S.S. CREW!! Many thanks to Amanda Lopez for her beautiful photography that graces our “cover.” Sit back, relax and be sure to check out our special features! From Back In The Day to Mama’s Kitchen, there’s something there for everyone. Enjoy!