While we were in Vegas we had a chance to catch-up with Mitra from Blood Is The New Black at the Pool Tradeshow. There were two artist series’ that really stood out from her new line that we really loved. First, were a series of tees of women’s faces illustrated by Kime Buzzelli of Show Pony fame. Second, was a series by Brian Lichtenberg that catered to the high-fashion lovers amongst us with tees that declared “RIP YSL,” a tromp l’oeil motorcycle vest with Karl on it, and a tee that featured Balenciaga cult favorite shoes. I’m really excited for the launch of these tees and think I need to get some for myself! Check out the rest of the pictures of the tees and the Blood Is The New Black mood board after the jump.

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Ill Parcel, the makers of the infamous Boombox Bag have updated the style to actually include functioning speakers.  Just plug in your iPod or mp3 player, and boom-chicka-boom-boom you’re ghetto blaster is playin’ your tunes.  The bags design has been updated and looks more realistic to me.  The Boomboxes come in several sizes, and varieties including small radio, box radio, combo turntable/cassette player, and small “tape” pouch.

In addition to the Boombox bags, Ill Parcel has a fun collection of bags and small accessories with houndstooth and animal print patterns on a backdrop of fuchsia and turquoise (M.I.S.S. favorites!).  The collection is rounded out with the “undies” cases.  I love all of the bags and accessories and could see myself using all of the pieces.  The pieces are part of the Fall ‘09  collection and can be found at Ill Parcel retailers.  Check out more pics after the jump.

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San Francisco based Nooworks‘ Fall 08 Collection is called Romanced By Horror and is inspired by “70s horror films, camping trips gone bad, zombies, werewolves and motorcycles.” The line has grown to include cut & sew in addition to t-shirts and has some really cute plaid pieces in M.I.S.S. favorite colors purple and red. The line also includes amazing accessories including handbags (complete with zombie zipper pulls and lining!), enamel charm necklaces, and sunglasses. Our favorite accessory is one she produced in conjunction with the O.G. U.S.A. Pencil Box Company - you know the ones - we all kept our pencils in ‘em back in the grade school days! Check out the pics after the jump.

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California-based Los Angeles TC has created a line of the most comfy cozy tees. The styles are really unique and come in super-long varieties (sleeve and bodice) and even reversible styles with different graphics on each side (see below). Many of the styles and graphics were inspired by vintage tees, for example, tees with “Baby 89″ printed on them. They also make these really cool bags out of vintage hunting jackets from the 1940’s. Check out the rest of the pictures after the jump.

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One of the booths that we were most excited to stop and see was LeSportsac. We love LeSportsac and we were so excited to see what new goodies they have lined up for Spring/Summer 2009. LeSportsac was founded in 1974 and, since some time has passed, the brand is preparing itself for a new generation of loyal fans. They’re offering more prints, more silhouettes and more options in exclusivity and price-point. Some new silhouettes they’ve added is a yoga mat bag (my prayers answered!), laptop cases and covers, totes, belt bags and cosmetics bags. In addition to lots of new prints, LeSportsac is coming out with patents for those of us that like our bags shiny.

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While you may know about Anzevino & Florence’s color change fabric tees, their collection is actually much more extensive and we had the chance to check it out at the Pool Tradeshow.  The collection included a color palette of black, white, gray and navy “basics” that were anything but basic and beautiful sheer pieces that infused bright pops of color into the entire line.  I especially loved the sheer pieces as they are great for layering and can be worn several ways.  Check out more pictures after the jump.

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I love products that are cute - but when they are functional AND cute - I absolutely need them in my life. Enter Mimoco, a consumer electronics company/new media studio whose “mission is to bring style and soul to personal tech devices and to share entertainment from the edge or pop culture and digital lifestyle.”   Mimoco’s main product offering is Mimobot, the kawaii answer to plain ol’ USB flash drive.  Mimobot includes original characters, as well as licensed characters by Tokidoki, Gloomy Bear, Friends With You, Reach, Spear Collective and our very favorite, Star Wars.  Check out pictures of the Mimobots after the jump and stay tuned for a Princess Leah Mimobot giveaway coming soon to M.I.S.S.!

Mimoco’s newest addition to their product range is Momiji (pictured below), little message dolls with a space in the base for a tiny personalized note.  Momiji are “perfect for sharing secrets and spreading a little love.”  The dolls are adorable on their own and are made for collecting.  They’re so cute, I want them all!  Check out the rest of the pics after the jump.

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Art and culture magazine Beautiful/Decay also has a clothing line that is selling off of shelves.  The collection includes t-shirts with art by some of the artists featured in the magazine.  The women’s collection is small but packs a big punch!  The ladies’ tees feature the art of Aya Kato, a Japanese artist that depicts gorgeous women with layers of intricate patterns.  Wearing one of these tees is like wearing a work of art.  Check out the rest of the Aya Kato tees by Beautiful/Decay after the jump.

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I was immediately drawn to the Purlieu booth because of the ginormous pink bow against a black and white polka-dot back drop - it was adorable - and so were the clothes!  The line consists of tops and dresses and the Spring ‘09 collection features lots of bright colors and fun prints on a back drop of ivory cotton.  I especially love the “Enchanting” dress pictured below.  The dresses are easy to wear and can easily be dressed up or down.  Check out more pictures after the jump.

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One of our favorite jewelry designers, Linda Smyth of Fleathers, got together with Magick Outlaw to produce her signature leather earrings. The leather features great patterned prints that the Magick Outlaw boys do so well. It’s hard for me to pick a favorite I want them all! From giant hoops to long strappy pieces of dangling leather these earrings are super sexy. Check out more pics after the jump and stay tuned for a Magick Outlaw and Fleathers giveaway coming soon!

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