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December 07, 2009

 Pop Butterfly Silk Hand-painted Papier Mache Box by PJ Cobbs Arts

Inside Look: PJ Cobbs, fiber artist

Read the words, get the goods

Oh, everybody is a fashionista these days. But before there were “istas” there were fashion writers.

Patricia Jacobs, aka PJ Cobbs, is a British-born fiber artist of hand-painted accessories for home and body who makes New York her home.

However, you probably know her in her other life as a fashion reporter and travel-style writer.

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Travel: Vietnam bound? Try the tailors of Hoi An

November 17, 2009

Alix trying on her new creation.

The ultimate shopping guide for custom clothing in Hội An, Vietnam

Alix and Colin are almost midway through their trip around the world.

Their global backpacking adventure to all points exotic took a very chic turn when they stopped off to sample the custom clothing and shoes from the tailors and cobblers in Hội An, a city located in the South Central Coast of Vietnam.

According to Wikipedia, in 1999, the old town of Hoi An was declared a World Heritage site by UNESCO as a well-preserved example of a Southeast Asian trading port of the 15th to 19th centuries, with buildings that display a unique blend of local and foreign influences.

Here, Alix and Colin share their Vietnam shopping diary with you, and they were certainly roused by the trading of local and foreign influences!

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Gridlock Denim, Customize One Pair of Jeans for Endless Looks

June 12, 2009

Gridlock Denim at Kitson, L.A.

It’s a revolution in denim trends with DIY custom style…

Last night, I had the privilege of attending the launch party for the latest denim line to hit the market, Gridlock Denim, held at the trendy Los Angeles boutique, Kitson.
Now I know most of you might be thinking, “Ok so yet another denim line, what could possibly be that interesting or innovative?” Gridlock, designed by the brilliant mind of Tina Ghods, feature patented removable and interchangeable back pockets.

With over 40 pocket designs, one pair of jeans could create endless looks!

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Celine by Phoebe Philo fall / winter 2010
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Nine West Bonfire

Nine West - Bonfire Muliti Color leopard pumps

Fantastic summery feel with thesemulti-color animal prints pumps that are an amazing combination for mixing prints or to jazz up a neutral outfit. --more colors

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Alexander McQueen - 237709W0LP2 (Navy) - Footwear

Alexander McQueen - 237709W0LP2 Boots

They're crazy, they're a splurge, we know. But come on, Alexander McQueen open toe, paint splattered boots to covet and to savor. Amazing!

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