Review of Claw Money Pop-Up Shop @ Fred Segal Flair

Claw Money is taking over the world! Well, not yet…but last night Claw Money did take over Fred Segal Flair in Santa Monica setting up her Pop Up Shop for the launch of her new limited edition denim tote.

Fred Segal and Claw did a great job of merchandising the shop and giving it a true Claw Money makeover. The Pop Up shop was filled with Claw’s SS09 collection of tees, jewelry, accessories, signature vintage bomber jackets, eyewear, book and of course denim totes. Spray cans and Claw pillows adorned the shelves and finishing off the look of the shop is Claw’s graffitti piece on the back wall of what else, her signature claw. Guests sipped on cocktails by Belvedre Vodka and M&Ms as they shopped the racks that were full of Claw Money hotness!

So if you’re in LA, the LBC, or even the OC, don’t sleep on Claw Money’s goods being here on the West Coast! The Pop Up Shop runs thru July 9th. Remeber Fred Segal Flair Santa Monica is just up the street from the famous Santa Monica boardwalk; you can pick up a new tee and tote, take a ride on the ferris wheel, then go home a happy camper : )

Attention all SoCal heads in need of some art, fashion and fun: head over to the Claw Money pop-up shop at Fred Segal Flair and check out the goods, especially the tote that will only be sold exclusively  at the shop! The shop opens Thursday, June 25th at Fred Segal Flair in Santa Monica, CA from 4pm to 9pm. If you can’t make it Thursday there’s a chance to visit the shop everyday afterwards until July 9th.

Thursday, June 25th, 2009 4pm to 9pm - 500 Broadway, Santa Monica, CA

Claw$ Tote sold exclusively at Fred Segal Flair

Sneaker Freaker Feature: Is High Fashion Really the New SB?

There is no doubt in my mind that high fashion influences low fashion and vice versa.  In Issue #15 of Sneaker Freaker Magazine, the sneaker enthusiasts take a deep look into the phenomenon that is the high end sneaker in the feature ‘Is High Fashion Really the New SB?’. The article examines the many ways in which high end fashion has influenced the sneaker game and in turn how the sneaker culture and low end fashion has caused luxury labels to go back to the drawing board and create a little something for the streets.

Is Gucci the New SB?

Is Louis the New SB?

Taking an in depth look at a few of the worlds most prestigious luxury brands and their past and present involvement in the sneaker world, are none other than a few of our favorite women. Tee from TrashBag Aesthetics/Trenddoll covering the Kanye West favored Louis Vuitton, Claw Money of Blogue covering Gucci, and our very own Miss Mama reporting on Chanel are not only outstanding voices in the article, but they also happen to be apart of our ‘Women Making History’ series here at M.I.S.S. Crew.

Is Chanel the New SB?

This article is filled to the brim with information, insight, and not to mention tons of pictures of the illest kicks in the land. From my personal favorites Lanvin, and Jeremy Scott all the way down to the M.I.S.S. 2009 Calendar ‘Chanails’ featuring Chanel sneakers, this feature has got it all.

A little high end, a little low end, and a whole lot of drooling over the most covented kicks on the planet isn’t a bad way to kill some time. What do you think?

Social Sun Sunglass Hut Launch Party

Wow. So, I just got back from the Social Sun launch party at Sunglass Hut that also served as the premiere of the Claw Money X Sunglass Hut collabo, and it was quite the extravaganza. Packed to the brim with a selection of the city’s hip style and social mavens, DJ’s Max Glaser, Nick Catchdubs, Steven “Espo” Powers, Fancy, and a performance from Sean Paul put the room on throb as we gave Social Sun, Sunglass Hut’s latest innovation a whirl.  Social Sun is an interactive system that takes simply looking at ones reflection in a mirror to the next level, by using a computer “photobooth” that enables customers to  take multiple photographs of themselves  in different glasses, and view them all at the same time to compare.  Customers also have the ability to e-mail these photos back to themselves or friends, post them to facebook, or display them on large in-store flat screens to get instant feedback on the looks they’ve chosen. If you’ve got a webcam built into your laptop or monitor, you know how much fun this can be. You know you love to mug.

200 guests walked away with a pair of the Claw Money X Sunglass Hut shades, and thankfully I was one of them. The glasses simply put, are fantastic. The aviator inspired frames looked great on every single person I saw try them on, whether they were sporting  the teal, hot pink or purple colorway, and they’re constructed quite sturdily. As a chick that usually sports cheap plastic frames, I can honestly say I am really excited to rock these shades this summer. I wish I had all three colors, but really, I shouldn’t complain at all.

Sean Paul also announced that he would be releasing his next album this summer, so keep your eyes and ears open for that. In the meantime, we’ve got his infectious summer jams like Give It Up To Me to hold us over.

MAFIA's Top 5 Female Sneaker Collabs on The Vine

A couple months back we told you about Sneaker Freaker’s First Lady MAFIA’s new gig blogging over at The Vine. She’s been informing and entertaining us for a minute now, especially when it comes to giving the ladies as much of the spotlight as the guys.

This week she’s compiled a list of her fave female sneaker collabs so far - and you know if MAFIA’s a fan of these they gotta be the goods! The list names none other than the Pro Mama along with some of the best in the game – LA Gear X Club Zonder Filter, MOB X Colette X Reebok, Fafi X Adidas Adicolor W2 and the Nike Blazer X Claw Money.

Do yourself a favour and check the full article here.

Images from The Vine.

MAFIA's Top 5 Female Sneaker Collabs on The Vine

Claw Money SS09: Welcome to the Jungle

Claw Money steps it up this spring with its fiercest collection to date: “Welcome to the Jungle,” which features the perfect array of sidewalk-to-shore side (and back again) T-shirts, tank tops, and hoodies the ladies and the men.

Included in this latest release from Claw Money are 11 novel designs, brightly-hued eyewear, and a Jaws-inspired tote to keep you looking fresh while you hit the waves. So if you were reserving space in your spring wardrobe for the more traditional floral-and-fauna garments, you might want to re-think how you’re going to fill that void - and we think we have just the answer.

Claw Money SS09: Welcome to the Jungle

For the ladies, “Welcome to the Jungle” serves up a variety of tees and tanks, ranging from subtle to statement-making. If you’re feeling reserved (yet nautical!), don one of Claw Money’s lobster-emblazoned striped tees, available in two colors. (If you’re not one for horizontal stripes, peep the tank version, which comes in solid colors.)

Also feast your eyes upon the “Claws” tanks, featuring a play on everyone’s favorite oceanic demon “Jaws.” Other featured creatures include the “Wild Horses” design, which appears on both tees as well as a tank dress, a “Piggybank,” a “Lucky Cat,” and of course, a tiger. For the cooler night time weather, pair your jungle-inspired tank with a Claw Money zip-up. The men’s collection features the Claw Money symbol in a variety of colors. In keeping with the “Welcome to the Jungle” theme, guys can also opt for the “Psycho Mongrel” tee.

Claw Money SS09: Welcome to the Jungle

Don’t expect Claw Money’s eyewear to be carbon copies of your typical aviators. The brand’s sunglasses feature brightly-colored frames and face-flattering shapes. Alongside traditional eyewear colors—black lenses/gold frame, or something of the like—Claw Money also presents you with colorful options to complement the new mild-tempered season. Make no mistake, however: these colors aren’t so mild themselves. So take your pick from pink to acid green to red - whatever suits your mood at the moment. Even Claw Money’s take on the traditional aviator is fierce—no Ray-Ban imposters here.

Prices in the collection range from $40 to $250, while eyewear prices range from $200 to $300. All pieces are available on Claw Money’s Web site.

Claw Money - Spray It, Don't Say It

CLAWmoney
SPRAY IT, DON’T SAY IT
solo aerosol art show

FRIDAY MAY 8TH, 2009
7PM -10PM

RSVP: info@eastern-district.com

EASTERN DISTRICT
43 Bogart Street
Brooklyn, NY 11206

L train to Morgan Ave.
Exit at the middle of the station at the Bogart street exit. Walk down Bogart street towards Grattan street. We are on the right side of the street, number 43.

ART PRICED TO SELL, DON’T SLEEP

We tipped you off to the Dust La Rock event last week and we hope you didn’t decide to Netflix instead….because this event was off the meat rack!

After a fast-moving line at the Christopher Henry Gallery on Elizabeth Street, we checked out the first floor of Dust La Rock’s “Best of the Beast” (BOTB) exhibit and were greeted with some cold Red Stripes. Good way to butter us up. The night got exponentially better from there, because by the second floor the art got pretty boss.

Continue the read to see more of Dust La Rock’s work and some of the par-tay people!
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There are so many unique and wonderful little boutiques affected by the recession, and now I Heart on Mott St. in NYC is following in the footsteps of the Laces store and closing up shop. After 5 years in business, the store which has carried brands like Claw Money, P.A.M. (Perks and Mini), Wowch, and Samantha Pleet, is closing its doors for good on May 24th. This leaves at least a month to scoop up some vacay dresses at a fraction of the price, so please head down to this basement store and support real fashion for as long as you can! Check out the flyer and the
I Heart blog right now. Sadface.