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Summertime Clothes

michaelsmith — Wed, 07 May 2014 15:29:04 +0000

Summertime is here again and people are starting to wear their clothes a bit differently. What are the trends packing wardrobes this summer? Colors This spring was all about electrifying colors like Tangerine Tango. Summer will be adding even more … Continue reading →

Titanic: Fashion of the Early 1900′s

michaelsmith — Mon, 09 Apr 2012 13:09:03 +0000

Tomorrow marks the 100th anniversary of the maiden voyage of the RMS Titanic. Although the ship's voyage was unfortunate, let us not dwell on tragedy and instead examine the spectacular fashions and lavish style of turn-of-the-century America and Europe. Continue reading →

Some Things Stay Sacred: Easter and Spring Wardrobe

michaelsmith — Thu, 05 Apr 2012 13:11:18 +0000

Easter, fortunately, has remained relatively unscathed by Madison Ave. (although candy giants everywhere do use the holiday as an Ad platform). Nonetheless, Easter does have a commercial appeal that's rarely advertised - the day winter finally goes out of fashion and the spring wardrobe season begins! Continue reading →

Mad Fashion: What ‘Mad Men’ Style Says About America

michaelsmith — Fri, 23 Mar 2012 15:56:36 +0000

The iconic fashion and style of AMC's 'Mad Men' has had a remarkable influence upon the style of modern Americans. But what does our admiration for Don Draper & Co's slim cut suits and 60's fashion say about our growth as a nation from the 1960's to present day? Continue reading →

Having Fun With Old Clothes

michaelsmith — Wed, 21 Mar 2012 15:26:31 +0000

Instead of throwing out or donating your old clothes, there are plenty of ways to re-use them around the house. Make a bean-bag chair, a book cover, or even a new lampshade cover with your old clothes. Save money and have fun with these simple projects! Continue reading →

Take Care of Your Clothes

michaelsmith — Tue, 20 Mar 2012 16:17:03 +0000

Like everything, clothes require proper storage and maintenance. Follow these tips, and let your clothes last years, letting you save money and hold onto your favorite clothes longer. Continue reading →

Don’t Buy a New Spring Wardrobe; Make Your Old Clothes New Again!

michaelsmith — Mon, 19 Mar 2012 16:51:24 +0000

Tomorrow is the first day of spring, so you’ve probably got some serious spring cleaning on your mind. While common wisdom tells us to throw out the old and go buy a new spring wardrobe, why not try making the … Continue reading →

Keeping Your Shoes Organized

michaelsmith — Tue, 13 Mar 2012 12:00:36 +0000

The days are getting longer and the weather is getting warmer. And this means that your footwear options have just grown exponentially. Sandals and thin shoes are back! But with all these growing shoe options, how can you keep everything … Continue reading →

Kanye West High End Heels Collection Picked Up By Selective Paris Retailer

michaelsmith — Fri, 02 Mar 2012 15:53:21 +0000

Internationally acclaimed hip hop star and fashion designer Kanye West has found his way into one of the most selective fashion retailers in all of Paris, Colette, who have just announced that they will begin selling West’s designer heels collection … Continue reading →

Paris Fashion Week Begins Tomorrow

michaelsmith — Mon, 27 Feb 2012 17:21:34 +0000

London, NYC, and Milan have had their first shot at Fashion Week 2012, but now the French are stepping up to the plate to show the rest of the world how it’s really done. Starting tomorrow, Tuesday Feb. 28, designers … Continue reading →