A Few Pieces from the Urban Outfitters Fall Catalog

If there is one store I miss here in Japan it is Urban Outfitters. It's really unfortunate they don't ship overseas. Nevertheless they have some great pieces in their early fall catalog collection.

I climbed Mount Fuji this weekend..pictures coming in the next day or two.

Silence and Noise Boyfriend Blazer.
$78

Levi's Leather Moto Jacket
$298

Deena and Ozzy Suede
Zip up Bootie
$78

Matiko Lace-up Sandal
$148
(Images via Urban Outfitters)

Couture 2009 Highlights

Here are a few images and thoughts of the Fall 2009 Couture Collections. There was a definite sense of concern in all of the articles written about the collections for the future of Couture. With Christian Lacroix's financial difficulties this year, we all continue to wonder what is going to happen next. Many of the collections were small but there were some definite show stoppers!

Christian Lacroix

It's now no secret that the house of Christian Lacroix is in serious financial trouble. He had to dip into his ribbon stock to create this colllection and paid the models out of his own pocket. Badges were being handed out at the show that read "Christian Lacroix Forever." Financial backers are being encouraged to send letters of intent this month. We can only hope that someone will rescue this magnificent label. If the label does survive, Lacroix will begin creating looks in September. Of the fall looks he said:

"For next autumn-winter, it will be "close-fitting silhouettes, sexy but gentle, with something going on at the back, bare shoulders under scarves which highlight them, black tone-on-tone embroidery... the classic repertory of the house, what is left, the hard disk." (via NyMag)

His collection consisted of elegant skirts and jackets. Each item was impeccably designed but it was clear that this was created to lure potential buyers. Nevertheless it brought the models to tears and a standing ovation at the end of the show.

(Image via NyMag)

Jean Paul Gaultier

The collection was a little bit difficult to follow. There seemed to be a variety of themes all thrown together. The collection included corsets, trenches, body suits, gowns and jackets in Matrix styled blacks and a patchwork of golds.

Gaultier's take on Priss
from Blade Runner?

Can anyone else picture Lady Gaga in this look?

Elie Saab

Elie Saab's collection was a stunner but his show concept did not go over very well with fashion journalists and industry insiders. He chose to present his all white collection at the Rue Cambon bank where Karl Largerfeld showed his all white collection for Chanel back in January. The similarities were too close for many. The collection consisted of tailored jackets and short dresses and skirts all elegantly embroidered and embellished.

Armani Privé

Giorgio Armani featured a multitude of pant suits in this couture collection. It was a new and more modern take on the traditional pant suit. There were unique cuts, fastenings and lines in each and every one of the looks. He also featured some amazing gowns that could be worn on any red carpet.

(Images via style.com)

Christian Dior Couture Fall 2009

This season John Galliano was inspired by behind-the-scenes photographs taken in the 1950's of Monsieur Dior dressing models for shows. He presented his collection at the Christian Dior headquarters in the Avenue Montaigne. While the crowd was more intimate, there was definitely no lack of drama to the clothes! A beautiful collection and a superb presentation of hats. Vibrant colors, accentuated wastes, corsets, bows and ruffles were prominent this season.

(Images via style.com)

Cameron Diaz for V Magazine

Cameron Diaz dons a cone bra (designed by the stylist) and some fabulous Prada boots and shorts in this month's V Magazine. It is the sister publication to Visionaire Magazine and features fashion, music, art and architecture. The shoot was photographed by Mert Alas and Marcus Piggot. She looks amazing!

(Images via Just Jared)

Just Jared

Anna Sui Coming to Target this Fall 2009

This Fall Target will be releasing their next big collaboration collection designed by Anna Sui! If you are a gossip girl fan you are in luck; this collection is inspired by the popular t.v. show. Anna Sui is known for her fun and playful bohemian looks. Photos from her latest collection were recently leaked. See two Blair Waldorf inspired looks below. Break in your new fall wardrobe and get ready for the new season of gossip girl this fall! Thoughts?


RUNWAY TO REAL WAY: ANNA SUI FOR TARGET - NYLON MAGAZINE

Happy Canada Day!

Happy Birthday Canada! Although today is technically July 2nd, it is July 1st back home! Happy Canada Day to everyone :) Many people here didn't know the history behind this special day so here is a short summary.


Canada Day (formerly Dominion Day) is the celebration of July 1st, 1867 and the enactment of the British North America Act. This was the day that New Brunswick, Nova Scotia and the province of Canada (Ontario and Quebec) became united. The more I am away from Canada, the more I appreciate it! Happy Birthday Canada!

A photo from December 2007 of Vancouver.

Numazu Recycle Shop Adventure!

Yesterday I set out on an adventure to find a recycle shop in Numazu. It was suggested by Leah's friend who drew a map in her notebook. She hadn't had a chance to give it to me so she took a picture of it with her cell phone and emailed it to me. It was a small map and I was terrified I was going to get lost as it was rather far from my apartment. Nevertheless I managed to find it. It was located in a strip mall in what seemed like the middle of no where. There was a 100 yen store, a Muji, a grocery store and a few restaurants. I rode my bicycle through the very industrial and eerie part of Numazu. I was sure glad to finally arrive at the right place!

The store was organized into men's and women's. The women's clothes were sorted by styles for instance, punk, goth or casual. The men's selection was quite a bit larger. It was sorted into jeans, t-shirts, hats and jackets. They also had a section for big labels like Comme des Garcons and Ralph Lauren. They even had guitars, music, cds, belt buckles, jewelry and bags. I looked in the men's for some boyfriend jeans and found a great pair of Abercrombie and Fitch but they were extremely overpriced. All in all I found the store a little bit overpriced. There were some great things there though and it was so much fun finding a new place! You can see my finds below.

Entertainment Recycle Shop Numazu

Women's.

Men's.

Women's shoes.

Women's.

Men's t-shirts.

A cool sign.

Guitars and hats anyone?

A cute pair of shoes I tried on that

didn't fit quite right!

Music anyone?

Comme des Garcons.

The Building.

There were a few other stores

inside as well.

Celine purse/make up bag.

500 yen or about five dollars.

Marforio Venezia Purse.

Does anyone know this label?

I just liked the style and

look of it. Tired of having

mass produced purses.

1,000 yen or about

ten dollars.

Some cool bangles. A bit overpriced.

700 yen each or about seven dollars.