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Show Some Leg

Some bloody magazine called Vman (with Ashton Kutcher copying the photo shoot Steven Klein did with Tom Ford for W. in 2005) turned me on to these "70s-esque well-fitting short trousers" by tie designer James Kendi. I agree with his arguments therein that all American shorts are as long as pants and ill fitting. James decided to make his own that are "not too short nor too tight–but just right." Adding that "It's very attractive when a man is confident enough to show his legs off." See the collection at Kendities.com.

Show em' who's boss with the Panthére de Cartier ring. Rawrrrr!

Opening May 7, the Metropolitan Museum of Arts' new exhibit, "Superheroes: Fashion and Fantasy," explores how designers have mined comic books and mythology for inspiration. (Elva Ramirez, WSJ - Thanks )

Halston Christmas 1981

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s'More Jay

In 2006, Michael Selditch and Rob Tate made a one-off TV special on Jay McCarroll for bravo called, "Project Jay." "Eleven Minutes" picks up where that story ends... The result is a down-and-dirty "Unzipped" with more work and less glamour. Click photo above to watch the trailer. [Via: Blogging Project Runway]

Lanvin silk, suede, mesh and metallic patent leather high-tops are the hotness if you have $700 to throw at them. [NYTimes Fashion/Style]

Fall 2008 R2W

An easy 70's vibe at Missoni with their reliably delicious color palette (top) and some creative works from the Central St. Martin's School Class Show (bottom) as Fall 2008 Ready 2 Wear shows roll in Milan. (Via Style)

Welcome To My Home

Maybe I've posted this before but it's the gift that keeps on giving. Brenda Dickson's "Welcome To My Home". Also see the many parody's if you can't get enough. (nsfw). Brenda is for real and according to her klassy website she's back in Hollywood creating "Red Carpet Madness".

Fascinating email directed at NCM today:

Good Afternoon!

My name is Mary Callahan and I am a Rep(resentative) with GAP Jeans. I noticed on your website, you provide some really great fashion information. GAP would be an excellent addition to your list of resources. GAP is well known and respected for its unique style and fashion designs, as well as a good source for upcoming trends for every season. We would really appreciate if you would be willing to add GAP to your list of “Fashion” links.

Please let me know if the above provides you with the information you need to review and consider our link. I can be reached via email or if you’d like to talk about this by phone my direct number is 480.505.5859

Thank you for your time!

Mary Callahan

In Search of 'The Perfect Scent', conversation with Chandler Burr, scent critic for The New York Times Style Magazine from NPR's ATC a few days ago.

There are some seriously effed up yet fab shoes at Overstock.com, aka reject central. Check these Fila Moontrainers BB84, F-89 & F-13 in Red or Green "Filabuck".

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Yves Saint Lauren Fall 2008

Maison Martin Margiela Fall 2008

New Dandy Movement

Men's Fall 2008 shows started yesterday in Milan. Watch some video I found here or view the collections at menz.style.com. It's just such a nice diversion don't you think?