S.uper S.exy S.urfer S.tyle

When I was about 8 years-old I wandered into the local skate/surf shop. I instantly spied Mr. Zog’s Sex Wax and curious as I was I asked what it was for. The shop worker smiled and replied “It’s for your stick”. O.M.G. you can only imagine the confusion in my little mind.

So, I never took up surfing but since the day’s of Jimmy’Z denim and neoprene fashions, we’ve always had a hankering for the fashions of wave riders. The body con silhouettes, bold color-blocking, heavy duty hard-ware and stitch details of a surfers uniform lend perfect details for everyday wear. This Summer be bold with pieces taking influence from those that hang-10 and you’ll be hanging tough clad in a neoprene dream. Whether you get inspired by actual surfer’s garb…why not rock a rash guard with a mini and heels?  Or go the design inspired route with ankle booties from Pierre Hardy, you’ll be happy to try something new. If your coordination is best left to surfing the “www” and not the open seas, you’re in luck this season because you can dress the part of a Big Kahuna without the fear of a wipe out.

The Budweiser collection from Supreme NYC.

Beer drinkers unite! I guess. Or maybe those of you that are nostalgic for Grandpa’s beer can hat or those funny shorts your uncle used to wear for the Fourth of July BBQ…they were red, white and blue after-all. NYC’s Supreme team recently dropped a collection of Budweiser apparel that is straight back to the future. Back in the 60’s and 70’s there were many clothing products made by different companies from Anheuser-Busch’s Budweiser logo. Fabric was even made available to the retail market, so if you couldn’t find what you wanted you could sew it up yourself…perhaps you wanted to cover your whole living room set. Now that’s serious. Of course there was (and still is thanks to the BeerCanHatLady on eBay) the oh-so-memorable beer can hat. Even my own Grandma used to crochet these bad boys up. Speaking of which, it seems to me that some sort of Bud beer can head gear is clearly missing from the Supreme collection…hmmmm. Although Supreme is a dude’s brand, a “lady” can rock most of these beer gear items and call them her own. Yes, I used Lady and “beer gear” in the same sentence. Just go with me on this one.

Beer gear from the past

From top left: Vintage button-up from Buddajuice, vintage shorts from The Goods!, beer can hat from Beer Can Hat Lady, top from Retrozpekt and t-shirt from Aardvark25.

Miss Techcessories: Retro Chic Flip Clock On Legs

Have you ever waken up in the middle of the night and been blinded by the LCD of your digital alarm clock?  Don’t you just hate how those numbers glare at you menacingly, reminding you you only have a few more hours until you have to be up?  How about you throw it out (or give it to a clock-less friend) and “downgrade” to something a little more vintage, like this flip clock on legs designed by Michael Daniel.  Normally, I don’t trust people whose last name could also be a first name, but I’ll make an exception this time because this clock perfectly merges modern design with old technology.  The best part, though, is that when the numbers flip over it actually looks like the clock is moving towards you.  At $88 it’s a little on the pricey side, but it’s cheaper than hopping on eBay and trying to get an old-timey flip clock.  Available now at Urban Outfitters.

RECESSionista Sale

The RECESSionistas are back with another jam packed sales event in Bed-Stuy this weekend. Featuring goods from Odd & Even, Vintage Blvd, Princess Of The Posse, Junk Prints, Those Brother’s Jewelry, Chay$theGr8, Jypsea Goods and more.

Featuring performances by Cavalier, and TreZure the Empress.

Sunday May 17th, 2-6pm
Those Brother’s Jewelry Lounge
914 Bedford Ave, Brooklyn

Sponsored by:
GiantStep, BradLeeint, The AFRican, JypseaGoods, and Flud Watches

M.I.S.S., Valley and The Goods! are joining forces one more time for our “Something For The Ladies” shopping party this Saturday April 18th from 12-8pm. Come shop, sip drinks, get your nails done or just hang-out! Shop with Good Wood, Cubannie Links, Princess of the Posse, Yours Truly, Office Tramp, A-Morir by Kerin Rose and vintage from The Goods! Also, Valley is moving and has furniture and fixtures for sale!! 

Make your appointments for nails, waxing or a facial by calling Valley at: 212.274.8985.

The grass is always greener on the other side of the fence…that might by true if you’re rocking these original Reebok Freestyles circa 1980’s. Often times we aren’t satisfied with our situation and look towards others thinking they have it better. Vintage cow kicks or not, we are in charge of our own life and destiny…focusing on others’ achievements and feeling sorry for yourself is a waste of time and energy and only puts you further behind. Look at the grass around you and if it isn’t as “green” as you wish make changes and adjustments to get to where you want to be. Times are tough for everyone right now, get creative, this is your time to shine! So bust some “Freestyle Mooooooves!” and M.I.S.S. will be here for you until the cows come home! Ok, we’re done

Vintage Reebok Freestyle circa 1980’s from The Goods!, Chanel ‘Black Satin’, Revlon ‘White on White’, B.P. Nails ‘Cool Green’, Orly ‘Hook Up’ Yellow and D.I.M. (Did It Myself) ‘Freestyle Lavender’ ( mix of OPI ‘Strawberry Margarita’, OPI ‘Purple With A Purpose’ and Revlon ‘White on White’).

Download the April 2009 Desktop here and the Calendar here.

You can download the M.I.S.S. March Calender here and the Desktop here.

You can download the M.I.S.S. February 2009 Calender here and the Desktop here

You can download the M.I.S.S. January 2009 Calendar here and the Desktop here.

Andrea Crews presents “Sisters of Mercy” for FW09. A “dark” version of SS09’s “Sunset Empire“, the Fall collection covers time and space spanning morning, day and night. Morning presents itself through androgynous styles that use minimal silhouettes and the use of ombre “sky blue voile”, the shading from dark to light is reminiscent of day to night. 

Day is representative of a active time dedicated to Andrea Crews “basics”. Basics in the world of Andrea Crews means conventional pieces worn in unconventional ways: overalls turned upside down and over-sized t-shirts. Wool and angora pullovers are printed with snowfall, clouds, woodland, animal skin and the eye of God, in earth colors. African block wax prints bring a bit of “earthy-ness” to the collection as well as the fringe and slashing create a plant-like feel.

Night is displayed through cocktail dresses and black woolen and leather pelisses with details in wax. Expect the unexpected though…cocktail dresses are fit for duel personalities. Can’t decide between the black or the blue? The jumpsuit or the dress? Not to worry, Andrea Crews has you covered. You can wear both, at the same time.

The accessories incorporate wood and plant life.  And as always, all pieces are hand-made and include recycling vintage fashions to create haute couture pieces. Merging nature and fashion in a tribalistic fashion, welcome to the future of a tribe called Andrea Crews.

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Last December, NYC’s Zachary’s Smile opened up shop on the West Side. Planting roots in L.A.’s Sunset Junction shopping district, Zachary’s Smile brings a little of their East Coast swing to the sunny streets of Los Angeles. On a recent trip, I stopped by and chatted with the shops manager, Brittany. As to be expected, you can find a well curated collection of vintage clothing and accessories, that sits along side their signature collections of original designs. L.A. gets a little of that much needed New York swagger from Zachary’s Smile. You can’t miss the black and white striped awning located at 4014 Santa Monica Blvd.

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Sweet Tater is hosting a sample sale at their Nolita shop starting today until tomorrow night. Pieces from their signature Sweet Tater collection , past ad present, will be on sale from $20-$50. Also, check-out their well curated collection of vintage clothing and accessories.

Day 1 of the tradeshow hustle included everything from Chanel to Jeremy Scott to vintage to the most loved Doc Marten’s. Comfort is key when doing this dance. You are on your feet for hours! So unless you’ve been hired to be a tradeshow “model,” we suggest leaving the heels at the hotel . . . your feet will thank you later.

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