Lunettes De Soleil

Part of the reason we all dress up on a day-to-day basis is for so-called "self-expression," but the other is slightly more obscure. Just like the mysterious aspects of fashion, sunglasses have become modes of adding mystère and a personal sense of cool to otherwise dull ensembles. They are not merely accessories in the sense of being an extra bit of apparel on the body, but rather in the sense of giving one access to versions of one's style that one never knew existed. They allow us to grow. And lately, as pointed out by the street stylistas at the men's shows in Europe, the gentlemen have grown a knack for choosing über chic shades for even the most unexpected of occasions.

These nose-rimmed spectacles come in a variety of shapes, sizes, and colors, but the vintage look is more popular than ever, especially for the summer season. Think John Lennon's iconic spectacles, and one arrives at an understanding of just how far back fashion circles are traveling in regards to current trends. It's all about sleek lines, classic designs, and a carefree attitude. The perfect combination of all three will help one battle both the sun's rays and the insufferable curse of bad style.

Text Ricardo Hernandez

Image courtesy of Tommy Ton

The Smashing Pumpkins’ “Owata” Short Film

The Smashing Pumpkins have graciously provided fans with a free album, the newly released Teargarden By Kaleidyscope. But besides the 10-track free download, the legendary rockers have also provided us with a new video, or what they’re calling a “short film,” for the single, “Owata.”
Directed by Robby Starbuck, the video stars “famed wrestlers Cheerleader Melissa, Shelly Martinez and Raven,” so their YouTube description reads.

Download the free album at their site here!

Text Kristie Bertucci
Via Smashing Pumpkins

Elle Fanning for Marc by Marc Jacobs Fall '11

One of fashion's newest sweethearts, Elle Fanning, is making her way to obsession-worthy muse by taking the great leap to being the face of Marc by Marc Jacobs for Fall 2011. The thirteen year old model is featured wearing forties-inspired dresses from the line, shot (as usual, and we would have it no other way!) by Juergen Teller! Guess Marc likes to keep it in the family since Elle's sister Dakota is also the face of his new fragrance, Oh Lola!

Elle joins the ranks of other fashion greats who have done campaigns for the line including: Victoria Beckham, Helena Bonham Carter (if you haven't checked out that one yet, GET ON IT!), Daisy Lowe, MIA, Dakota Fanning, and newcomer Andrej Pejic.

Keep your eye out for new pictures of the ads, and let us know what you think!

Text Corinna Fabre

Source(s): Marc by Marc Jacobs

Gaze Into The Future: Karen Walker's Futuristic Specs

Take your eye-wear to the next level with the latest from Karen Walker. Sleek, funky, and ultra futuristic are the sunnies from her latest lookbook. Styles range from goggle inspired frames to over-sized circles (pictured above). Yet, what really makes the lookbook and the glasses so fantastic to oogle over are the models. The mannequins from outer space -with their impossibly slick, white hair and wax-like complexions-are the perfect blank canvas for allowing the eccentric shades to really pop!

So whether you're searching for the perfect pair of lucite shades (HUGE trend this season) or you're looking to become the third member of Daft Punk...Karen Walker's collection definitely will have something for you!

Text Lauryn Stone

Source(s): Karen Walker

Don't Count Galliano Out

John Galliano proves to the world that even through racist rants and not returning to LVMH, he is not going to just disappear. Kate Moss chose Galliano to make her wedding dress, which was no doubt going to be seen around the world. She even took it a step further and invited him to the nuptials on July 2nd, 2011.

The dress embodies classic Galliano, being graceful, intricate, and wistful. The dress is a perfect tribute to him, better yet, the Galliano that was known before the controversy. The dress fit the occasion perfectly. The floaty nature of the dress allowed Moss to look the picture of perfection for a summer bride. After all, she did have stiff competition. Moss would no doubt be compared to the recent royal wedding, but that style is the furthest thing from what she is about.

Moss married Jamie Hince, a guitarist for The Kills, so not anyone could design the perfect dress for the moment. The situation surrounding Galliano made him stick out of the crowd. He was a rockstar of the fashion industry, and now has almost become an outcast because of his words. He was meant for her dress. Moss has always been a fixture of media speculation about her bad habits, and Hince is a rockstar, so together they made for the most rebellious wedding of the time. So not just any designer would be able to deliver, they had to have edge and understand the bride. Galliano understands more than anyone, and his work clearly speaks for itself.

Text Dalton Brasington
source(s): XPOSUREPHOTOS.com, vogue.co.uk