DPRC in NY Fashion Connect

DPRC clothing us updating its website to get ready for the new styles for spring 09. Disappointing, I know I know but don’t worry. You can now purchase DPRC at NYfashionconnect.com under new designers. NY Fashion Connect is a virtual mall that connects you to new designers, music, art, parties, events etc. DPRC has the hottest t-shirts and hoodies for men and woman. Did you see something on the myspace page that’s not listed on NY Fashion Connect? Email us at info@dprcdesign.com

Junkie Hoody $40

Junkie T-Shirt $28

Madonna's Louis Vuitton’s Ads

If only we all can look like Madonna when we're 62 yrs old.

Struggling Economy Doesn't Mean Boring Stores

It seems that the toughest times are in the stores where the panic level is the greatest. What I am seeing is a lot of business owners and salespeople willing to use the economy as an excuse for a lack of energy and innovation in their stores. Even in the worst of times, people still get engaged and married. They still celebrate birthdays, anniversaries, births, achievements and love.

Kate B. Peterson, president and CEO of Performance Concepts

As the clothing market goes from bad to worst accessories are on the rise. American consumers are purchasing new accessories to spiff up their old clothes. The fashion-accessories market is expected to reach $20 billion by the end of 2012, a 24 percent increase from 2008, with handbags and neckties the most bullish of the accessories categories. Handbags earned a boost since becoming an "It" item and ties earned a boost thanks to the male population's "increasingly sophisticated fashion sense." Read more at market watch

Knocknock.biz Novelty Gifts, Stationery & Unique Gifts

I love knockknock.biz almost as much as I love Fredflare.com. This company has the coolest, wittiest stationary and so much more. Find gifts for annoying people, coworkers, family members, friends, lovers and most importantly you.

Things You Do that Really Piss Me Off Pad $7.00

Useless/Nothing/Nosy File Folders $9.00

Don't Kill the Kids Pad $7.00

Pickups & Come-Ons for All Occasions $7.95

Sex Report Card Magnet $9.00

Takeout Menu Organizer $21.00

Is Clothing Tax Back For New York City???

On Tuesday, 12/16 our "blind, crack loving" (as SNL called him) Governor Patterson proposed sales tax on clothing for New York City again. Luxury goods (furs, couture, jewelery, etc.) costing over $20,000 will have a 5% sales tax. Guess I won't be getting my David Yurman ring. Just when you thought it would not affect you he's also trying to bring back the sales tax on clothing and shoes under $110. Instead we'll get 2 sessions one week sales tax free, probably for back to school and the begining of the year. Who elected this man in... oh thats right he's governer by default. Thanks Spitzer. Patterson is almost as bad as Bloomberg.

Fondue For You

la Cave Des Fondus is on my list of places to go next year. This new fondue hotspot opened earlier this month in Soho, NYC. I can't wait to devour the cheese or the chocolate fondue while hanging out at my new local meeting spot for business meetings or chilling with the girls.

La Cave des Fondus, below Jacques, 20 Prince St (between Mott and Elizabeth), 212-966-5073

MIA Designs Okley Run

I'm sure I'm not only speaking for myself when I say I love Mia's style. Her loud and colorful clothes are just as funky as her rhymes. Eclectic, brave and carefree all-in-one. I must admit, I wasn't too excited (I hate celebrity clothing lines) but very interested to see what she had in store for her new line Okley Run. Feelings: expected, overpriced, unimpressed. Surprisingly it will be carried at Opening Ceremony in NYC or you can buy online at miauk.com

Missbehave Magazine 10th Issue Party

Celebrate Missbehave magazines holiday 10th issue anniversary party. Why maybe for the cool freebies from Nooka and Burton... or the OPEN BAR

So let The Good Times Roll...
Thursday Dec 18th 2008, 7:30pm-11pm
Feat. DJ Semen Sperms & DJ Radio Rose!!!!

K&M Bar
225 North 8th St. @ Roebling
Williamsburg, Brooklyn

RSVP: @ http://missbehavemag.com/holiday/

Jay-Z ft. Santagold - Brooklyn (Go Hard)

Mike & Chris Sample Sale

The Triple 5 Soul samples sale is on again but so what... Mike & Chris is having its first sample sale this week. Mike & Chris was put on the map with their high end hoodies but now you can get leather jackets, handbags, blouses and winter coats for woman AND men. Preview the line at mikeandchris.com Can't make it, Nordstrom.om is selling select items 30% off.

Where: 80 West 40th Street, Suite 53

When: Thursday, December 11th - Saturday, December 13th: 10am - 6pm.

Why: Because it's their first ever sample sale, and everything is up to 75% off.

Nylon & Bloomingdales Presents... Lights, Camera, Action!

NYLON and Bloomingdale's cordially invite you to attend a special in-store event THIS SATURDAY, December 6th from 1-4pm at the 59th Street Bloomingdale's in NYC.

Come join event host and NYLON It Girl Abigail Lorick for an afternoon of LIGHTS, CAMERA and ACTION on the 2nd floor Women's Contemporary Department. Shop some of the hottest trends inspired by our favorite starlets, It Girls and TV shows and receive a special gift with a purchase of $200. With NYLON TV, DJs and exclusive giveaways, this is one Saturday afternoon you will not want to miss!

Missbehave Mag and Nina Sky Fiila Party

This Thursday, Join Missbehave Mag and Fila for "The Launch of Melrose" Party. Cool giveaways and a performance by Nina Sky.

Thursday, Dec 4th 7pm - 10pm
the Fila Store 340 Madison Ave Bet. 43rd & 44th St. NYC

YOU MUST RSVP to rsvp@fila.com

Fredflare.com Store

Fred Flare opens its doors right in time for Holiday. The ultimate online gift shop fredflare.com opened a retail store in Green Point, Brooklyn last month. Fred Flare is known for having the best accessories, home decor, stationary, jewelery and select clothing most under $100! You can get everything from colorful Nooka watches, lomography cameras to a wool houndstooth jacket. I'm very excited they finally have a brick and mortor store although its quite out of the way. Who rides the G train?! If you can make there definitely go, you won't be disappointed. If your not down for the long ride check out the cool knick knacks at fredflare.com
PS free shipping with no minimum purchase use the code: MO during checkout

Holiday must haves:

retro block iPod speaker $25


roller skates! $70


raspberry beret $24


downtown fold-over clutch $24


video iPod karaoke system $60


mixtape USB memory stick $22

Kanye West Ft. Young Jeezy Amazing in Fader

Kanye West graces the cover (split cover with No Age) of Fader Magazines 50th issue for their 10th anniversery. Congrats Fader. They love Kanye as much as I do. Here's an exclusive track of the new Heart Breaks and 808s cd. Album releases Monday, 11/14

Inside The Gap

I got a friends and family coupon for the Gap and decided to check out the site since I’ve been avoiding the 34th St. store for a few months now. I was pleasantly surprised to see Trey Songz. His sexy ass remixed Jingle Bellz with FloRider for their latest holiday campaign. It made me stick around to watch all of the other performance by Janelle Monae, Selma Blair (who knew she sings?), We 3 Kings and more… super funny. I strongly encourage you to watch the individual videos at gap.com



See some of the Gap's holiday looks:

The New Tuxedo - $171.50


A Party Classic - $137


Perfect Combo - $140


High Drama - $163.50


Black Magic - $166

Life of the Party - $250

Thakoon for Target Go International!

Thakoon designs the next collection for Tarje. I’m not entirely in love with all of the prints. I’m actually a bit surprised Target is doing a “resort” collection in December. At $20 - $70 it’s good to know where to shop when I’m flying south for the winter. (Hey does anyone want to go to MIA???)

Beyonce MTV's Europe Music Awards

Beyonce is killing the game in her dual outfits by Gareth Pugh. The red carpet dress is definitely the most wearable out of the two but I absolutely love the futuristic look with textures and shapes. Thank you Mrs. Knowles for putting it "where?, back there!" and letting someone else give her a new style. I know that wasn't you. Its about time Beyonce takes some risk and start becoming a fashion icon.

Kanye Puts On for His City in Singapore

Love Lockdown - Kanye West Offical Video

LOVE LOCKDOWN from kwestjavascript:void(0) on Vimeo.

Real World Brooklyn

I haven’t watched Real World since The second time they were in New York with Coral, the insecure girl with the caked on make-up and Malik with the fro. I’ve been out of the loop because somehow I stopped caring but mostly because I don’t have cable. I will have to find some way to get back in the game. Real World Brooklyn is coming! The filming in Red Hook is ending this month and the show is schedule to air in May. Can someone be a doll and put all 12 one hour episodes on YouTube for me? Can you believe this is Real Worlds 21st season?! Will someone call me when they are casting for another Europe edition?

Rihanna Fashion Rocks 2008

RichGirl - 24 Inches

Destiny’s Child reincarnated into RichGirl. I don’t know much about them but this song is hot. Watch out for these girls, R&B needs another girl group.

Holiday Outfits

Without question I will be getting my Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Years outfits from Urban Outfitters. The best dresses all under $100.

Silence & Noise Strapless Sateen Dress $58.00

Silence & Noise Oversized Bow Dress $78.00

Kimchi Blue Crossback Bow Dress $58.00

Silence & Noise Mesh Beaded Racerback Dress $68.00

Kimchi Blue Petal Bib Dress Online Only! $58.00

Kimchi Blue Sweetheart Lace Dress Online Only! $68.00

Kill City Leather Halter Tunic Online Only! $78.00

NY Nights

The pefect outfit for a NY night out with the girls all available at shopbob.com

Sleeveless Tops by LaROK
Platforms by Pour La Victoire
Shoulder Bags at shopbop.com
Hosiery by So Low

We Did It!

I came across this picture yesterday created by the creative director of Grey NYC and today I am proud to say let the issues be the issue. Let us not be worried about the color of someone skin but about what they can do for us. A whopping 94% of people in DC voted for Obama. We did it!

Birds of a Feather

It could be Carrie Bradshaw's bird on her wedding day or the latest trend to be organic but its but it’s all about acting a bird.

Feather Earrings

Peacock Feather Earrings $14 – Fred Flare (or $6 on 14^th St NYC)

Feather Teardrop Earrings $4 – Charlotte Russe

Alex and Ani Striped Feather Earrings $78 – shopbop.com

Feather Details

Millisa Pin $34 – Chico's

“Jessica” Handmade HeadBand $48 - Pluma

Feather Necklace $635 – Marni

Feather Trimmed Fedora $69 – Bebe

Going for the Gold

Angel Wing Earrings $16 – Urban Outfitters (or $8 on 14^th St. NYC)

Alex Monroe Feather hoop earrings $415 – Net-A-Porter

Annette Ferdinandsen Small Peacock Cluster $2,090 – Ylang 23

I put an urban spin with hoop earings