Archive for March, 2011

Model Charlotte Kemp Muhl, known for her eccentric and edgy style, was the muse for Rebecca Minkoff’s Fall/Winter 2011 Ready-to-Wear collection. You could see her in the looks that walked down the runway which included a leopard pant suit, off the shoulder sweaters, leather and fur trimmed coats.  Here’s a pic of Charlotte for reference…

The urban cool that Minkoff is known for is all in the details. The drainpipe leggings with snake skin knee patches can be paired with her oversized blazers. I might be able to walk down the street in lace plants, but a classic look such as a trench coat with a Rebecca Minkoff twist – an exaggerated collar, faux fur shoulder detail and a full skirt would make this a closet favorite for seasons to come.

 This post was contributed by Alix Hernandez of AlixRose.com.

Photo Credits: Elle.com (runway photos) and NY Mag (Charlotte photo)

Vivienne Tam’s F/W ’11 collection mixed Ancient Chinese influence with modern detailing. Boxy tweed outerwear paired with full A-line skirts opened the show, boasting stark, sculptured shoulder and collar detail against dark charcoal grey and navy colors. Flowy, drop-waist dresses reminiscent of 1920s flapper style were rich with accents, from elaborate applique and long fringe to huge crochet knits and Asian-inspired designs.

Ever the tech maven, Tam included a “Double Happiness” Square with each line sheet. In a partnership with Twitter founder Jack Dorsey, Tam designed these Squares in hopes of encouraging entrepreneurship in women. Squares are nifty little devices that plug into iPhones, iPads and Droids; allowing users to make credit card transactions through their mobile device. 

This post was contributed by Jess Estrada of FreshJess and Banyan Branch.

Photos courtesy of Vivienne Tam

In case saying and typing ”winning” aren’t enough, Complex has developed an interactive soundboard that lets you tap into Charlie Sheen’s deepest thoughts about “winning.” Enjoy…(thanks Michelle Gordon!)