Clémence Poesy for Black Book Magazine

Clémence Poesy is one of my favorite people of the moment.  Anyone who is connected to Harry Potter automatically earns a free pass from me (see also: Robert Pattison), but she was wonderful in In Bruges as well.  In addition to her films, I’m always a fan of the magazine spreads she’s featured in.  For the December ‘08 edition of Black Book magazine, Clémence dons couture items from Chanel, Valentino, Gaultier, and Christian Lacroix.  

Style Options: For Frozen Toes!

Hello from Brooklyn! I’m settling into my new apartment and have finally found a chance to write about my latest sartorial concern: all-weather footwear.  All of this snow and slush is becoming a serious hazard to my chilly toes, not to mention the fact that traction also becomes a problem in this weather.  As shown below, I’ve found some boot options that satisfy my need for safety and comfort without sacrificing style.

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Clockwise from top left:

1.  Ivy Felt Boot, Salomon ($90.18)

2.  Snow Angel Lace-Up Bootie, Sorel ($75)

3.  Arlyn, Vigotti ($128.95)

4.  Earthkeepers Boot, Timberland ($160)

Rainn Wilson for The Gap

Looks like Dwight  Rainn was able to take a break from farming beets to pose in the latest Gap holiday advertisements.  Mr. Wilson’s follows fellow Office co-worker John Krasinski in getting cute and cosy for the brand. Thanks to The Office community for the scans!

Have Yourself a Hippie Little Christmas

 

 

Barney’s debuted their holiday season window display Tuesday, and this year’s theme is “Peace & Love: Have a Hippie Holiday.”  The windows were styled by Simon Doonan and are supposed to reflect the peace sign’s 50th anniversary.  Display windows at big department stores are meant to attract customers and sales, so it’s ironic that Barney’s would choose a theme related to a counterculture that disdained materialism.  The choice of hippie windows is also interesting in light of the economic recession, when people probably won’t be parting with their money for extravagances as much as usual.  

 

Fun fact: Barney’s recruited Volkswagen and artist John-Paul Philippe to create a one-of-a-kind Beetle that reflects the spirit of the 60s.  After making the rounds in the displays, the car will go up for a raffle — customers can buy tickets either in store or online for a chance to win the Beetle, with proceeds going towards the Carbon Fund. 

 

(source: Gothamist)

Something About Voting

 

 

If you haven’t done so already, get psyched about the long lines and go cast your vote! You can reward yourself for doing your civic duty afterwards by grabbing a shirt from Busted Tees, which is having a sale in honor of election day.  Click here to check out the shirt shown above.

Edit:  Even Anna Wintour’s doing it (seen here standing in a voting line in Soho, courtesy of Daily Intel)!

 

Style Options: Lace-Up Boots

Next to bonfires and ice skating, wearing boots is definitely one of my favorite things about winter.  There are lots of options — booties, Minnetonkas, Uggs (if you must) — but lately I’ve been lusting after tall, military-inspired lace-up boots.  They can give edginess to an otherwise feminine outfit, and they can be worn with anything from dresses to skinny jeans.  Plus, they have a built in safety feature — whose going to mess with a girl on the street who is wearing shoes made for punting predators?

Kick up your boots:

Clockwise from top left:

1. Military Boots, 8.15 August Fifteenth ($350)

2. Gingham Flannel Shirt, Forever 21 ($19.80)

3. Demi Boots, Sporto ($59)

4. Geo Tights, Wolford ( £32)

5. The Bard, LD Tuttle ($692)

REALLY, Nylon?

There is never going to be a turning point for me when Paris Hilton becomes so awful and such a parody of herself it will become funny and cool to like her. NO. Total downgrade for a magazine I used to love.

Regina Spektor: Singer, Political Accessorizer

Last night on Conan O’Brien, Ben Folds performed his new single “You Don’t Know Me” with special guest Regina Spektor.  Aside from the great performance, I really loved the Obama belt Regina was wearing.  In a time when everyone and their mother is sporting some kind of politically-related clothing, I think this accessory gets the message across in a more creative way than a t-shirt with a “change” slogan.  

 

I have no idea where she got the belt, but if you do you should e-mail us! If you are interested in similarly snazzy Obama merchandise, though, you should check out his official site – there is a Runway to Change store with clothing and accessories from a slew of major designers, including a tote bag by Marc Jacobs and a bracelet by Proenza Schouler.

Clemence Poesy for Vogue Italia, October 2008

 

To continue the French theme of our posts lately, below are scans from the latest issue of Vogue Italia featuring Chloe campaigner Clemence Poesy.  Shot by Max Vadukul, Poesy is definitely bringing the cute in this editorial.  I especially like the styling and hair/makeup — the dark lipstick is getting me really excited for fall!

Lily Cole for Playboy France, October 2008

We all know that America fails in many, many ways.  Well, if you needed one more reason to add to the list, let me point you in the direction of the French Playboy, whose cover girl this month is the lovely Lily Cole.  

 

Sure, it’s kind of child-porny, but it is certainly better than any modern American playboy cover I’ve seen.  And I think that if you are going to go for that pedophilia vibe, Lily and her doll like features are probably the best bet.  The cover and editorial were shot by  Xevi Muntané.