Tokyo Fashion Week

Japan Fashion Week has yet to part from its creativity and edginess amidst the difficult times underway in Tokyo. "All of the collections gave the very distinct impressions that the designers were each possessed with a completely unique vision for fashion," Models.com's David and Danny Roberts said.

According to the Roberts, every individual show was a perfect representation of the particular vision, and everything from the music to the venue and the lighting corresponded accordingly.

However, one theme seemed to recur throughout it all: moving forward. As the designers fell back on the rich Japanese heritage and strength in classic aesthetics, an evident embrace of the future's holding shone through with designers, including Araisara, Everlasting Sprout, Keita Maruyama, Phenomenon, and Somarta.


Text Brittney Schering
Image Models.com 

Smile Baby! Teeth Tattoos

Yes, everyone...TEETH TATTOOS! A few months back, it was all about adding some pattern to your kisser but now decorating your fangs is all the rage. Japanese girls have been spotted sporting this unusual trend (which is applied with glue and lasts for several days) and wear designs that match their nails! Though strange (really, really strange) you have to admit it is definitely creative. I mean, come on, haven't you always dreamed about flashing that cute guy you like a big smile while also showing him how much you love ladybugs? But, on the other hand, you also have to ask yourself if someone may mistake your tooth art for food. Well, we will all just have to watch and see if this will be something that will actually catch on or if it will just be reserved for those fearless fashionistas in Japan. What do you think?

Text Lauryn Stone

Black Eyed Peas's Will.i. Am Collaborates With Japanese Designer, Rynshu

Black Eyed Peas member, Will.i.am is working on other projects besides his music. Recently, he strutted his stuff down the runway at the Rynshu Menswear Spring/Summer 2012 fashion show during Paris Fashion Week. Will.i.am was wearing a fitted leather blazer, shiny black cropped harem pants and clunky combat boots. The show was held at the Maison des Metallos in Paris, France.

Four months ago Will.i.am and the Black Eyed Peas were shooting a video for their song “Just Can’t Get Enough” in Japan. In the video, the male members of the band are wearing Rynshu clothing. After meeting designer, Rynshu at his boutique in Japan, Will.i.am and Rynshu decided to collaborate and create a clothing line called Rynshu x Will.i.Am. The line will include jackets and blazer. It will go on sale in the United States and Canada for Spring/Summer 2012.

Text Stephanie Buscema
Source(s): WWD

Meow! Help Japan With Hello Kitty's New Tote

It's truly inspiring to see celebrities and fashion labels lending so much support to Japan and creating avenues for the public to help raise money for the cause as well. The latest company to give a helping hand is Hello Kitty. The company has created an exclusive tote bag featuring their signature Kitty. The tote features the signature Kitty with a little red bow tucked in her ears. The kitty hold the Japanese flag over her nose and the caption underneath reads " Hello Japan... support our friends." Not only is this bag cute but it's perfect for lugging around just about anything due to it's sturdiness! Oh and of course the added bonus; 65% of all proceeds go directly to the Red Cross. Sold exclusively at Urban Outfitters for $10, the tote is already sold out, but no worries for all you fashion philanthropists, the tote is rumoured to be restocked soon and will become available through Sanrio in the near future!

Text Lauryn Stone

Source(s): Refinery29.com

Pray for Japan Gaga Style

With the recent earthquake and tsunami disaster that took place in Japan, over the weekend, many people are asking how they can provide aid and relief to those affected. Well, if you're interested in making some type of donation, you should definitely check out Lady Gaga's Pray for Japan rubber bracelets. The bracelets read "Pray for Japan" in both English and Japanese. The writing is in red and the bracelet is white; the colors meant to represent the colors of Japan's flag. The bracelets also feature Gaga's claw symbol and they are selling for $5 with all the benefits going directly to the Japan Tsunami Relief Fund. Check them out at her online shop (posted below) and make your donation!

http://ladygaga.shop.bravadousa.com/Product.aspx?cp=14781_42444&pc=BGAMLG88

Text Lauryn Stone

Model Upgrade?

Have you heard of the hottest model to hit fashion? Although she hasn't hit the catwalk yet--that event is scheduled for later this month--she has already made quite a stir. Give up? Well here's a hint--she's not your tradional stilletto stomper. In fact, she's not even human.

On Monday, Japanese researchers unveiled the first ever robot model. HRP-4C is programmed to look like a runway model, walk like one, and even pose like one. And, at 95 pounds, this she-bot even weighs the same a as a model.

The team of scientists who invented the robot hope to market it to Japanese designers as an alternative to its flesh and blood counterparts. But models shouldn't be too worried just yet. There's still one invaluable task this she-bot can't perform--the thirty-second quick change behind stage at a fashion show.