Ladies...Choose Your Weapons!

I find menswear inspired collections desirable this season especially the military look.  Yes, I think men do have a great sense of style and designers are transforming what we once thought were only menswear  items into ladylike attire.  What I like is that I can look a bit tough, yet still feel sexy and feminine all at once.  I couldn't resist Burberry Prorsum's Collection.  The problem I have is choosing which jacket I want.  Bomber jackets, fitted coats, and blazers, are all so stylish! 

Burberry Prorsum Fall 2010 Collection

Salute to these affordable military inspired finds!

**FOR HER**

Short Sleeve Military Shirty Dress

Express

$69.90

Military Drop Pin

Express

$14.90

Demitasse Demibullet Necklace

Max & Chloe

$73.00

Theater Box Jacket

Forever 21

$27.80

AE Classic Bomber Jacket

American Eagle

$69.50

Field Watch

Urban Outfitters

$19.99

BMaritza

Steve Madden

http://www.baghaus.com/

$88.00

Peep-Toe Buckle Bootie

Colin Stuart

http://www.victoriassecret.com/

$118.00

Waterproof Cargo Boot

DKNY

http://www.victoriassecret.com/

$150.00

Pleated Military Jacket

Forever 21

$42.00

**FOR HIM**

Gray Military Jacket

Cool Method

http://www.mywardrobe.com/

Now $61.05

Regular $249.15

AXL by Triton

Stainless Steel Dog Tag

Khols

Now $89.99

Regualr $225.00

Military Shirt

Gap

$24.50

Barberis

Aldo Boots

$130.00

Fingerless Gloves

Gap

$14.50

Halloween Fashion Tim Burton Style

One of my all time favorite filmmakers, Tim Burton, creates Halloween fashion in a whole new way this October in Harper's Bazaar magazine.  Famous for his dark and quirky films, Tim, always seems to amaze me with his creative artwork.  I love that his magical characters come to life in film and in fashion.  Some of my favorite films directed by Tim are; Alice in Wonderland, Nightmare Before Christmas, Edward Scissor Hands, and Beetle Juice.  Oh, and of course, Batman, who I hope to marry someday.

What will you be this Halloween???

Photographs by Tim Walker

Check out "The Art of Tim Burton" Standard Editon.  It is not available at bookstores or on Amazon.  If you would like to purchase his book of art containing 40 years of his work in film, go to http://www.steelespublishing.com/ 

Definitely worth $69.99

Amazing illustrations!

Julia Clancey Spring 2011

Julia Clancey presents "Sensually Sorbet" Spring/Summer 2011 collection at the Pali House in West Hollywood.  The runway was setup like a wonderland garden.  There were butterflies, sparkling teapots, flowers, lily pads, croquet balls and mallets.  The suggested attire for the invitees were garden party frocks for the ladies and striped blazers for the men.  I wore a teal dress that was close to a frock, but not quite one.  Out of the hundred dresses I own, why don't I own a frock?!  I was a bit skeptical about my dress right before walking into the reception, but forgot about it once I started drinking the complimentary sparkling wine :)...of course!  After a couple of hours enjoying the wine and mingling, we all transitioned to the rooftop for the show. 

The collection consisted of pastel colors; cream, yellow, orange, lavender, and blue. The fabrics were flowy and designed with beads, jewels, and sequins. It was a beautiful collection that had a magical touch.  Below is a glimpse of Spring/Summer 2011 fabrics and colors.

My favorite

Models mingling after the show

In my teal "somewhat frock"

FNL with Wanda Sykes

Wanda Sykes

Julia with models

Models

Fashion Designer Julia Clancey

Another favorite

Interior Designer Carlos Yanome and friend Miguel

You Bet Your Moustache!

Not only do beauty queens compete for the crown so do men with facial hair.  Beard Team USA organizes the Annual Beard and Moustache Championships to promote the appreciation of facial hair.    Crazy but true!! Take a look at these characters...

 Moustache Championships

photo: Fashion Fame

European and German Champion: Willi Chevalier

Crowned best in "Best in Show" at USA Championships

Photo by: Emerald Bay

You bet your moustache I am buying one of these...

Haute Handlebar Ring

$37.99

http://www.modcloth.com/

Moustache Tote Bag

$8.00

The Bold Banana

http://www.etsy.com/

Salvador Dali Women's T-Shirt

$24.00

Vortex Trading Company

http://www.etsy.com/

Stylish Humorous Neck Warmer

$38.00

Studio Cybele

http://www.etsy.com/

A Gentlemen and His Bike (men's)

$12.00

The Bold Banana

http://www.etsy.com/

Moustache Necklace

$18.00

Urban Outfitters

A Devine Essence

There is nothing more amazing than a strong bond between father and son, Mike and Jacob Devine.  Photographer and great friend, Verity Smith, captures true life in her photographs.  These are just a few out of many magnificent photos in her collection.  From Carlos Santana to Snoop Dogg, Verity has worked with some of the most amazing people in Los Angeles, Australia, and London.   Thank you Verity for sharing these photos with CG Style and the rest of the world.  I heart you!

CG, xo

"Like Father Like Son"

Mike and Jacob Devine

Jacob Devine

Photographer: Verity Smith

http://www.verityjane.com/

Want the father and son stylish look?  Check out these cool hats!!

Hats in the Belfry

Belfry Street Bluster-

Pinstripe Stingy Fedora

$44.00

Target

Boys' Outerwear

 Cherokee Black

 Fashion Top Hat

$7.19

Extra! Extra! Read all about it!

Newsboy caps, also known as the flat cap, date back to pre World War 1.

Traditionally worn by men and historically associated with the working class.  They were very popular in Europe and the US.  I came across these pictures and thought...if these caps could talk, they'd have a story to tell. 

Brooklyn Newsboys in 1908

A strike occured in 1899 because publishers wouldn't buy back unsold papers.  These boys were making, at the most, 30 cents a day!!

1975 Film Cooley High

Chicago boys sporting the flat caps

Iceberg Fall 2010

It's Fall 2010 and newsboy caps are still trendy!  Iceberg's menswear collection is a great look for the season.  The best part of Fall fashion is that you can wear layer after layer of clothing.  Scarfs, vests, and jackets can give your overall look more depth compared to a simple look for the summer.  And to top off the entire look...wear a newsboy cap!

Wool Blend Newsboy Cap

Brown

$14.99

http://www.amazon.com/

Capas Leather

Big Apple Leather Cap

$65.00

http://www.menshats.com/

Wool Galaxy Kangol Hat

$46.00

http://www.kangolstore.com/

Good news is that these caps are for women to.  I own a few myself, one being a Kangol that was a gift to me when I was in San Diego,CA.  It fits perfectly and keeps my head nice and warm.  Plus, Kangols come in many different colors and fabrics.   Best fabrics for Fall are wool, tweed, leather, and suede.

Me wearing my red Kangol newsboy cap on set.

My best friend Mary sporting a black wool Kangol