FINALLY FAMOUSNYC

Rene Gurskov Drops Dope Stripe-front Jacket

2009-03-24T13:00:00.000-07:00

Rene Gurskov’s latest fashion offering is this modern looking grey cotton jacket. The sweatshirt-style item has a hint of striped blue cotton up front, a simple collar and flap details on the pockets and yoke; finishing things off nicely is the button front and loose fit. Match this with a nice pair of jeans or utility pants and you’re good to go. Get this look from

Casely-Hayford - Spring/Summer 2009 Collection

2009-03-24T12:55:00.000-07:00

Out of so many collaborations going on out there, nothing goes deeper than blood. Casely-Hayford is a new luxury menswear brand launched by Joe Casely-Hayford and his son, Charlie Casely-Hayford. A veteran and blue-blood of the fashion industry, Joe Casely-Hayford was appointed an Officer of the Order of the British Empire for his services to the fashion (as outfitter for rock band U2 as well as the creative director of Gieves & Hawkes). Paying tribute to the formerly expansive British Empire, Casely-Hayford was founded on the duality of British anarchy and English sartorialism.

The Casely-Hayford Spring/Summer 2009 pieces embody these key elements of English character and exemplify skilled British craftsmanship. The collection carries a line of finely constructed suits, voluminous trenches and fusion footwear (think combat-boots infused dress shoes). Casely-Hayford employs the Savile Row tailoring methods to create innovative yet sophisticated pieces through tradition. The Spring/Summer 2009 collection plays with traditional menswear staples, such as the tux, and adds edgy elements of surprise to it. The Genet zip out revere jacket in grey microcheck is finely tailored with a daring play on a detachable lapel. The brand’s first collection of fashion finesse are exclusively available at Adam et Rope, BEAMS, Barneys, Tokyo’s UNITED ARROWS and London’s Dover Street Market.

2009-03-24T12:52:00.000-07:00

Giuliano Fujiwara originally made a splash with his Fall/Winter line of footwear during Milan Fashion Week. We now get a closer look into a couple of models from the upcoming seasonal collection. Available in both a low and high top, this particular sneaker rendering reflects a brilliantly sophisticated look featuring a hidden lace arrangement upon a sleek tonal white upper. Although probably more appropriate for a Summer release, both will be available during the latter part of 2009.

KIM KARDASHIAN COMPLEX COVER

2009-03-24T12:47:00.000-07:00

DAMN>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>.....

THIS IS WHAT I'M WORKING HARD FOR

2009-03-24T12:12:00.001-07:00

SO LET MONTH I GOT A CALL FROM MY DUDE DAMARKO ONE OF THE BEST STYLIST I KNOW AND HE SAID KENNY STOP WHAT YOU ARE DOING AND COME AND WORK THIS SHOOT SO I SAID FUCK IT AND LEFT WELL HERE IS A QUICK LOOK I HELPED PUT TOGETHER THIS YEAR I'M GOING TO BRING YOU MORE SHOOTS AND VIDEO'S FROM SHOOTS I'M WORKING ON TILL I MAKE IT TO THE BIG TIME LIKE DAMARKO SAY'S SMALL STEPS YOUNG MAN

KERI HILSON KNOCK YOU DOWN FT KANYE AND NEYO

2009-03-24T10:06:00.000-07:00

THIS IS AMAZING NEW KANYE COMPLEX COVER

2009-03-24T10:01:00.000-07:00

KERI HILSON MAKE LOVE VIDEO

2009-03-10T07:42:00.001-07:00

MY LOVE- THE DREAM AND ROCKIN THAT THANG REMIX

2009-03-10T07:22:00.000-07:00

MAN THE DREAM IS KILLING THE GAME RIGHT NOW THIS ALBUM IS GOING TO PUT HIM EVEN HIGHER IN THE GAME AND YOU KNOW IT'S CRAZY WHEN KANYE SAID THE DREAMS ALBUM IS BETTER THEN 808S AND HEARTBREAKS

ANYWAY HERE IS THE NEW VIDEO FROM THE DREAM

NEW ARTIST MUFFY GAYNOR A.K.A MUFFY

2009-03-01T10:58:00.000-08:00

SO I'M CHECKING MY FACEBOOK AND I SEEN AN ARTIST NAMED MUFFY LEFT A STATUS MESSAGE TALKING TO HER FANS SO I SAID LET ME SEE WHAT SHE IS ALL ABOUT AND AFTER LISTENING TO HER MUSIC I HAVE TO SAY THAT SHE IS COLD THE BEATZ AND THE HOOKS AND HER STYLE ALL GO TOGETHER THIS GIRL FROM ATL IS GOING TO BLOW UP FASTER THEN CHRIS BROWN GOING POSTAL ON RHIANNA I HOPE TO GET A VIDEO INTERVIEW WITH HER ONE DAY I MAY HAVE TO COME TO ATL AND SEE HER

till then here is a video for you to get to know her

KANYE WEST STORYTELLER -STONGER

2009-02-27T17:05:00.000-08:00

IF YOU DON'T KNOW TOMORROW NIGHT KANYE WEST IS DOING STORYTELLER ON VH1 @9

VH1 TV Shows | Music Videos | Celebrity Photos | News & Gossip

POLO UPDATE KSJ

2009-02-27T16:57:00.000-08:00

SO I BEEN WORKING ON DESIGNS TO JUST THROW OUT THERE TILL NEXT YEAR WHEN I SHOW OFF THE CUT AND SEW WORK I HAVE BEEN DOING SO THIS SUMMER FOR PEOPLE THAT WANT IT I HAVE SOME TSHIRTS AND POLO'S I BEEN WORKING ON THAT WILL BE READY FOR ORDER STARTING NEXT MONTH

HERE IS A SNEAK PREVIEW

GIRL SOLIDER TEE MID MARCH $30
(TELL ME WHAT U THINK )

DAMN I'M A SNEAKER HEAD FOR REAL

2009-02-27T16:54:00.000-08:00

JUST ORDERED THIS OFFLINE SEXY DAMN I KNOW I'M LOST BUT WITH DOING DESIGNS FOR THE KSJ LINE I HAD TO SPEND MONEY IN OTHER AREA'S

2009-02-26T11:06:00.000-08:00

DICK HEAD MOVE PART 1

2009-02-24T13:26:00.000-08:00

so i'm online looking at video's and i run into this

case:young berg in miami
how the fuck do u get drunk then try to drive off and the girl you are with falls off the damn bike and all you can say is SIR I'M A ARTIST HAHAHAHAHA

DUMB ASS FILES IN THE MAKING

SIDEBAR HIS MANAGER IS CRAZY WATCH THIS
P.S HIS CHAIN IS FAKE AS MY BOY ED LOVER

FUNNY VIDEO OF THE DAY

2009-02-24T12:31:00.000-08:00

Latoya Alexander photoshoot

2009-02-24T08:13:00.000-08:00

Get your urban news at DimeWars.Com

BET RIP THE RUNWAY

2009-02-24T07:59:00.000-08:00

WHAT THE FUCK IS SHE WEARING BUT SHE IS FINE SO I'LL LET IT PASS

JULIA GALDO PHOTOGRAPHY

2009-02-24T06:30:00.000-08:00

After picking up a camera at the age of 16, Julia Galdo still wanted to be a marine biologist but attended the San Francisco Art Institute instead of heading to Sea World once she finished school. Her images often involves humans and she definitely has an eye for unique scenes. Since graduating five years ago, Galdo has worked as a professional photographer for clients like Good Vibrations, Juxtapoz, Nike, & 7×7

MELYSSA FORD KING MAG SHOOT

2009-02-24T06:28:00.001-08:00

Collaberation Rag: Chloë Sevigny for Opening Ceremony

2009-02-23T07:44:00.001-08:00

MICHEAL KORS NEW YORK 09

2009-02-23T07:40:00.000-08:00

BEHIND THE SCENES CHRISTINA MILIAN KING PHOTOSHOOT

2009-02-23T07:32:00.001-08:00

KANYE ON DETAILS MAGAZINE

2009-02-23T06:46:00.000-08:00

i know i'm late but i just started reading the interview kanye did for detail mag and i have to say that his mind just runs off something crazy like i can't put it into words he just has a artist's mind frame so pick up the magazine it's a great read plus some great new fashion from /gucci/prada/gap/marc jacobs

LOUIS VUITTON 2009 SPRING/SUMMER

2009-02-21T22:55:00.000-08:00

Here are some images from Louis Vuitton’s 2009 Spring/Summer ad campaign which were shot in Camargue south of Arles, France and features model Tyler Riggs. Some nice pieces can be seen in this collection including the white blazer and the white leather handbag.

Photographer: Ola Rindal
Creative director: Paul Helbers
Styling: David Vandewal

DON'T HATE MY STYLE

2009-02-19T15:34:00.000-08:00

louis vuitton backpack
louis vuitton coin bag
white G1

THE ONE THING I HATE IS CAUSE I'M NOT A RAPPER OR LIVE IN MANHATTAN PEOPLE IN THE HOOD THINK MY BAG IS FAKE GUESS WHAT BITCH IT'S REAL MY STYLE IS OUT OF THIS WORLD IT'S LIKE A MOVIE YOU PAY TO WATCH HAHAHA

PREVIEW OF MY BIRTHDAY CAKE YES I REALLY DO THIS
SIDEBAR: NO IDEA WHO NICOLE IS BUT SHE GOT A CAKE TOO

2009-02-19T11:04:00.000-08:00

Photography by Super Hyper Real - Jing Quek is a Chinese photographer from Singapore

FRESH KID ALERT

2009-02-19T09:58:00.000-08:00

NAME: DIGGY
JOB:SCHOOL AND UP & COMING DESIGNER AND BLOGGER
BLOG:digslifeofthejetsetter.blogspot.com

I WAS LOOKING ONLINE AND SEEN THAT HE HAS A BLOG AND I HAVE TO SAY THIS KID REALLY KNOWS HIS STUFF IT'S NOT LIKE THE OTHERS HAS AGE THAT DRESS LIKE WHAT THEY SEE ON TV HE MAKES HIS OWN STYLE

HERE ARE SOME PICTURES OF HIM AT THE BABY PHAT SHOW CHECK THE BOW TIE NICE WORK

FASHION WEEK 09

2009-02-19T09:55:00.000-08:00

Marc Jacobs 09 WOW I WISH I WAS THERE

2009-02-17T21:06:00.000-08:00

NEW HEAD PORTER BLACK BEAUTY BACKPACK

2009-02-17T20:15:00.000-08:00

2009-02-17T19:42:00.001-08:00

New Balance mix it up with a new set of their exclusive P785H model in two Spring colorways. Both high top sneakers feature a pastel colorway infused with darker tones and a load of materials including: suede, mesh, silver leather and premium leathers. Available now via

WELCOME TO HEARTBREAK

2009-02-17T19:27:00.000-08:00

KANYE WEST "Welcome To Heartbreak" Directed by Nabil from nabil elderkin on Vimeo.

MAN HAD TO TAKE A DAY TO MYSELF

2009-01-23T15:36:00.000-08:00

RUNNING AROUND LIKE CRAZY BUT I'M BACK SO WEDNESDAY I WANT TO SEE A SHOW AT S.O.B CALLED THE BLACK APPLE WITH MICKEY FACTZ ALL I HAVE TO SAY IS GREAT SHOW HERE ARE PICTURES FROM THE EVENT

2009-01-18T10:45:00.000-08:00

Benedict Campbell is a professional CG artist. This covers numerous things such illustration, graphic design and photography. He’s worked as a commercial advertising illustrator for a lot, top clients. He’s also had his own expositions and done many editorial work.

2009-01-18T10:44:00.001-08:00

Commemorating the 100th anniversary of Cadillac, designer Loren Kulesus has floated a unique car, called the Cadillac World Thorium Fuel, that will keep you mobile for 100 years and that too with no fuel and maintenance cost. It’s amazing! Featuring modern technology and high-quality equipments, the concept car comes with an alternative mechanism for all major organizations, keeping it in working condition even if some part fails or stops functioning. Largely known as the Cadillac WTF, the vehicle includes 24 wheels with individual internal induction motors, which just needs to be regulated once in 5 years without adding or subtracting any material.

GUCCI REALLY GOING TO MAKE ME LOOK CRAZY NOT SURE ABOUT THIS BUT I LIKE THE LOOK AND COLOR

2009-01-16T14:31:00.000-08:00

Part of Gucci’s 2009 spring assortment of footwear. The sneaker is Native American-inspired high-top

GOING SHOE SHOPPING DAMN YOU NIKE HAHAHAH

2009-01-16T14:28:00.000-08:00

Further developments in the Nike SB campaign unveil a preview of their new high top slated for a 2009 release. Making for an interesting mix of textiles, the kicks feature a full suede frontside while the heel area recieves a tonal green denim treatment, not to mention the gum midsoles. No exact details are available at this point but they will surely arise in the coming months.

Source: Colmilludo

DAMN I'M GOING TO NEED A PAIR

2009-01-16T14:24:00.000-08:00

Teaming up once again, major retailer Barneys NYC and ALIFE hook up on a contemporary spin to their classic Court Cup tennis sneaker model. Coming in three colorways including: red, silver, and gold, the sneakers combine a street scribble print onto a timeless Stan Smith inspired silhouette. Retailing for $135, all three can be purchased via Barneys locations throughout the US.

Source: Soleblvd

2009-01-16T14:22:00.001-08:00

Despite being well-known for their sunglasses, Dita’s optical range deserves a solid look as the brand applies many of the same techniques and technologies which has made their sunglasses so highly respected and desirable. In a look at their 2009 spring/summer season, we examine the Lever. The classically styled frame features a thick frame in four different colors, Bone, Black to Clear Fade, Dark Tortoise & Burnt Brown and Black & Black Swirl. For details on availability, check Dita.com.

2009-01-16T14:19:00.000-08:00

Never one to showcase his entire collection early, American designer Phillip Lim previews some looks from Spring 2009. The designer maintains a fruitful, vibrant style throughout his combination of casual wear and what some consider as loungewear. The selections give off a carefree vibe without sacrificing the construction and hi degree of designer fashion.

Source: The Fashionisto

RYAN LESLIE x KID CUDI IN STU

2009-01-16T06:49:00.001-08:00

Ryan Leslie x Kid Cudi @ studio from Vernonmac on Vimeo.

First Look: Stussy x Hellz Bellz Spring ‘09 Collection

2009-01-16T05:10:00.000-08:00

Check out the first look from the Stussy Girls and Hellz Bellz capsule collection for spring ‘09, the line consists of a jacket (pictured), cropped pants, tunic hoodie, a top, two graphic t-shirts and a bag. The collection will be released in March. Stay tuned for the collection preview forthcoming. via WWD

VNGRD x SUPER Classic Sunglasses

2009-01-16T05:08:00.001-08:00

Deeply rooted in skateboarding, apparel brand VNGRD continue their creative expressions through the eyes of skaters, designers and artists from Milan’s underground. Teaming up with SUPER sunglasses, both entities whip up a classic pair of shades featuring a forest camouflage pattern among purple Zeiss lenses. Limited to only 50 individually numbered pieces, the sunglasses are set to release in the coming weeks. For now, three pairs have been made available via the SUPER online store

Taka Hayashi x Vans Vault 2009 Spring/Summer Sneakers

2009-01-16T05:05:00.000-08:00

A further look into Taka Hayashi’s work alongside Vans Vault reveals various new footwear styles from the acclaimed Japanese artist. Having already collaborated with the California-based company on solid 2008 campaigns, this new collection thrives on his tactical use of Native American and military surplus inspiration. The pack expected to be a Summer release will feature the No Quarter LX, Velocita LX, and Akat LX models in seven original colorways.

Source: mashKULTURE

SiLLY THING 2008-2009 Fall/Winter Collection

2009-01-16T05:02:00.000-08:00

Introduced as “The New Gentlemen’s Code”, SiLLY THING already look towards a sophisticated element of casual-wear within their Fall/Winter lineup for 2008-2009. The pieces reflect a step into the hi-end realm of fashion design, with finely tailored blazers to bow ties. Still keeping a credible sense of streetwear intact, SiLLY THING add a touch of their signature aesthetic with a clean cut stadium jacket and crewneck sweaters not to mention a rather appealing collection of accessories

Neighborhood Web Exclusive Flannel

2009-01-16T04:58:00.002-08:00

Neighborhood hooks up a new release with a web-exclusive flannel. Unlike previous releases of a more simple nature such as t-shirts and totebags, a flannel could be the mark of some new and more substantial online exclusives in the future. No word yet on a release date.

2009-01-16T04:58:00.001-08:00

An undisclosed release has joined the 2009 January releases for Nike SB as we see the inclusion of the less often seen P-rod II High. The earthy toned hgh-top meshes shades of gray with strong highlights thanks largely in part to the houndstooth material along the back panels. Available now at HUF on Sutter.

HUF
812 Sutter St.
San Francisco, CA 94109
p: 415.674.3744

FABOLOUS "WHERE YOU FROM" (FEAT. THE GAME)

2009-01-16T04:37:00.001-08:00

Where Im From (feat. The Game) - Fabolous

2009-01-15T20:58:00.001-08:00

Cargo Tradeshow has just announced their DREAMER’S NIGHT OUT {like “I have a dream” Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.} this Monday, January 19th {doors open at 9pm} taking place at Libation 137 Ludlow St {btwn Stanton and Rivington St} NYC, featuring Music by The Mills and Complimentary Drinks from 9pm – 11pm {while supplies last}. Guest List Only! | Mandatory RSVP: info@cargotradeshow.com | 21+. See you there!

for more info: cargotradeshow.com or

DOING SOME ONLINE SHOPPING

2009-01-15T15:44:00.000-08:00

TELL ME WHAT YOU THINK JUST SOMETHING I'M PICKING UP FOR MYSELF

NEED THIS BACKPACK !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

2009-01-15T15:42:00.001-08:00

Louis Vuitton Bongo Noir BackPack
FIRE!!!

Diesel - Spring/Summer 2009 Ad Campaign

2009-01-15T15:36:00.001-08:00

Taking a turn from the typically rosy full color fashion ad, Diesel has debuted a creepy campaign for Spring and Summer ‘09. Alfred Hitchcock would be proud with the mystery series, where two frames tease a larger spooky story. If the print ads don’t weird you out enough, take a trip through the Diesel site for video of a hair bath, a dance party and a she man. If you’re a fan of Ed Wood, this might be up your alley.

> Diesel

2009-01-15T15:34:00.001-08:00

Photo Courtesy of The New York Times

It is phenomenal to witness how “Obama Fever” is swiping across the U.S. As reported previously, the Marvel Comics’ special Barack Obama meets The Amazing Spider-Man issue was launched early yesterday morning at comic shops nation wide. And according to The New York Times, hundreds of die-hard comic fans and newbies braved the bone chilling sub-zero temperature to lined up for the special edition. Though Marvel rushed a second printing to meet the overwhelming demand. The comic still sold out at most comic stores. If you missed the opportunity to purchase you very own issue, you might get a second chance on eBay as a brief check turns out with over 1,000 offer listings currently.

> Marvel Comics
> Barack Obama

2009-01-15T15:32:00.003-08:00

A few years ago, Jean Pigozzi, an entrepreneur and avid collector of African art, set out to redefine streetwear for those who desire something other than the common fare. With the help of luxury goods distributor HogHan, his label, Limoland was established.

To anticipate the rainy nature of Spring, Limoland recent collaborated with K-WAY, a prominent outerwear label. Though its name is somewhat obscure now, K-WAY had a huge role in propagating functional outerwear, the base for today’s technical outerwear. Founded in 1960s by Parisian Leon-Claude Duhamel. The label built around Duhamel’s realiztion of a need for lightweight, waterproof yet packable jacket in those unexpected downpours. When launched, the popularity of K-WAY’s product was tremendous. In the company’s first year alone, it sold well over 250,000 of its signature jacket.

To keep with that tradition, the materials on this new collaboration were left intact. Instead, Limoland added subtle touches, such as the embroidered patch of “Limo” found on the jackets’ sleeves. Other elements altered were the palettes of the collection, distinctively more animated from the originals. Like all of K-WAY’s jackets, each includes carry straps and could be easily folded into a manageable pouch. The Limoland x K-WAY Outerwear Collection is now available at Colette.

Colette
213 Rue Saint-Honoré | Map
75001 Paris, France

2009-01-15T15:30:00.001-08:00

ONLY NY, an independent brand hailing from the Upper West Side of Manhattan, has recently created a compilation of photographs depicting NYC transit and graffiti’s overtaking of the subway system. The NYC Subway Archives is a perfect reflection of the brand’s conceptual journey into timeless street apparel. With graffiti artists being an integral part to sneaker collaborations and more lately, packaging and product design, ONLY gives insight to what it was like in New York when graffiti far from sought as fine art, but rather criminal vandalism. The collection features some work from well known artists such as Espo and Seen.

ONLY NY, Inc.

2009-01-15T15:26:00.000-08:00

With a segment of the sneaker market growing up into slightly more casual tastes (hey, the sneaker scene as we know it today has been at it for well over a decade now), the more mature sneaker aficionados out there have increasingly been on the lookout for something else, leaving the floppy laces behind. Chukka styles have seen plenty of favor these days, from Vans to Clarks and even Alife. Airwalk joins the casual revolution with their desert boot model, resurrected in 2009 from the Airwalk vaults.

Hooping It Up For Spring

2009-01-15T15:25:00.001-08:00

Hoopskirts paraded down the runways and they didn’t just come in record numbers, they arrived in record proportions. At Yohji Yamamoto, the bride’s sweeping hem even inched its way over the catwalk’s edge and into the front row. While hoops are hardly a surprise at Betsey Johnson—”My most consistent, true-blue look has been the puffy skirt shape,” the designer said—they were less expected at Bottega Veneta, where Tomas Maier added rustic, romantic elements to his usual streamlined mix. More Versailles than home on the prairie were the perky bell-shaped minis at Alexander McQueen and Paul Smith. Click here to wrap your head around the trend, then tell us if Laura Dern was thinking outside the box or going around in circles when she took the look to the red carpet at last Sunday’s Golden Globes.

—Laird Borrelli-Persson

ON THE STREETS WITH At Louis Vuitton

2009-01-15T15:22:00.000-08:00

Lanvin: Spring 2009

2009-01-15T15:20:00.001-08:00

DESHAWN GETS KICKED OFF THE ATLANTA HOUSEWIVES SHOW … USHER'S WIFE TAMEKA FOSTER WILL NOT BE JOINING THE CAST!!!

2009-01-15T15:11:00.000-08:00

so i was reading media takeout and seen that DESHAWN SNOW from Bravo’s hit show - Real Housewives Of Atlanta got kicked off the show cause she didn't fit the new look of the show here is her interview from ESSENCE

SIDEBAR- THIS SHOWS YOU THAT ALL THEY WANT BLACK AND HISPANIC PEOPLE TO DO IS ACT A FOOL ON TV SO THEY CAN MAKE MONEY

ESSENCE: We hear that you are no longer returning to "The Real Housewives of Atlanta." Is that true?

DESHAWN: Yes, one of the producers called me yesterday and said that they wouldn't take my option.
ESSENCE: What reason did they give for not inviting you back for the second season?

DESHAWN: [One of the producers] called and said that I was "too human for a circus show" and that because the show did so well, they are about to pump up the drama and they didn't think that I would fit in. He gave me an example, saying that during the reunion when I found out what a few of the other ladies said about me, they were expecting me to say more, but I'm not the type to go "television" and start acting crazy because somebody's talking about me. I'm fine with the decision. It wasn't my decision. They let me go and there are no hard feelings. I am thankful for the opportunity.
ESSENCE: So were you at all shocked by the decision?

DESHAWN: I didn't see it coming. I was shocked because I just talked to them in December about the new season. It's not like they came to me and gave me an option by saying, "We're going to take a new direction and we want to know if you could be more like this." I was a little hurt, but I just look at it like I am what I am. [My personality] didn't seem to be a problem before, but I suppose the show took a different direction and they no longer see me as the right fit.

2009-01-15T15:07:00.000-08:00

WEIRD BEAUTY: FASHION PHOTOGRAPHY NOW" AT INTERNATIONAL CENTER OF PHOTOGRAPHY

2009-01-15T15:05:00.001-08:00

weird beauty: fashion photography
at: international center of photography, new york, USA
on now until may 3, 2009

curated by carol squiers and vince aletti 'weird beauty: fashion photography now' presents fashion images from over 40 international photographers who draw on a range of influences, including art, sexuality, narrative, digital media, and youth culture. along with original photographic prints,the exhibition features hundreds of tear sheets and magazine covers from both mainstream and independent publications, by photographers including steven meisel, cindy sherman, mario sorrenti, nick knight, steven klein, miles aldridge and paolo roversi, along with video displays

Curt@!n$ "THE DOPE SUPREMACY

2009-01-15T15:03:00.000-08:00

MARTIN MARGIELA S/S 2009 SNEAKERS

2009-01-15T15:02:00.001-08:00

2009-01-15T15:00:00.000-08:00

(PIcture from Missinfo.tv)

In an interview with the homie Shaheem from MTVNews …

“I can’t lie: I’m dropping the B-side. It’s titled ‘Mafia Music’ and it’s gonna cause a lot of problems,” he explained. “It’s a scathing four-and-half-minute nonstop flow, me being autobiographical about my life and my come-up and my triumph. Of course, I had to address a few things, I had to address a few people. I love it. The thing is, some people are gonna be — um — they’re gonna be f—ed up. That’s the best way I can put it.”

eh. really?

who should be shuttering themselves into their safe rooms? Trick Daddy? Vlad? D.O.C Miami? Smoking Gun? The blogosphere? Yeah…probably the blogosphere.

oh, and…

“Ross and his crew are headed to Washington, D.C., this weekend for Obama’s inauguration”

VICTORIA BECKHAM FOR GIORGIO ARMANI LINGERIE SPRING '09 AD CAMPAIGN

2009-01-15T14:59:00.000-08:00

Victoria Beckham’s lingerie ads for Giorgio Armani which were shot by Mert Alas and Marcus Piggott where she shows off in a polka-dot bra and high-cut thong. “Victoria landed the £12million modeling deal late last year.

MISHKA BOOTLEG BLACK BART TEE

2009-01-15T14:57:00.000-08:00

2009-01-15T14:50:00.000-08:00

Amanda Diva has been in the hot seat this week and sent this letter over to address said hot seat and the folks who turned up the burners. I am running out to an appt but I wanted to get this up before I did, because this week, the debate on sexism and censorship lead to some terse twitter moments, a biting complex poll, and some interesting thoughts on both ends. So I’ll check back in a few.

Amanda writes:

Well I pretty much got molly wopped by the internet this week and labeled “emo,” “emotional,” “trifelin,” essentially, “a pussy punk bitch” for speaking out against the ill treatment of women in regards to a blog post on the popular “Nahright.com.” I thought it would dissolve but after day two of being internet murked I decided to take a shot at clearing up a couple things.

When I first read the comments on Nahright.com I wrongly read them as being written to myself. Normally, were they simply referring to my music, I would’ve said “fuck em” and kept it moving. But there was something so personal, at first, about the sexually explicit nature of the comments that they really hit me. In reading more of the foulness I then took it as an affront to women in the game in general. Real talk we put up with SO much bs from dudes simply based on “I mean, niggas will be niggas. You know the game” But fuck that! It doesn’t have to be that way and the disrespect should NOT be accepted…..

Viewing the comments like “I wanna f— her raw in her c—,” and “She looks like she takes n– in her face,” (ewww nasty) etc. and the blogger’s indifference of them honestly made me feel like, “dag here we go with another forum for dudes to objectify and completely demean us.” It wasn’t about me wanting respect as an emcee but more so me wanting at least the minimum as a woman. So, I approached (not attacked as some have been insinuating) Eskay because I felt a “way” about his handling of it. In the end however, felt like he understood my point and have no ill feelings toward him whatsoever. There was no “twitter fight” of any sort. What I look like fighting on twitter?! Gimme SOME credit ya’ll, lol.

Then the epiphany. A friend of mine pulled a Mobb Deep and dropped a gem on me. He said, “Listen Deev, the commenters aren’t talking to you or women. They’re talking amongst themselves about their IMAGE of you and other women. They see you and other chicks and they see a target to get their frustration off on, their jokes off of, etc. They think hey, “They put themselves out there so we’re entitled to get at em! They don’t care! They’re off in the fun land of showbiz!”(<–he really said that word, haha)

You know what though? They’re right! Normally I wouldn’t care. Normally I would’ve laughed and went right back to recording but I admittedly stepped off my square for a second and forgot these three facts:

1. The blogs don’t love you but I nonetheless love the blogs and do appreciate their support of independent artists and personalities like myself.

2. The commenters on a lot of blogs are just bored, angry, resentful, etc and wallow in it with each other at the expense of whoever’s face is posted, regardless of how nice, talented, smart they are because for some reason it makes them feel better.

3. Artists, especially broads, ain’t allowed to EVER have a sensitive moment without being considered “pansies” and getting written about! (Ask Kanye! LOL)

4. Not all bloggers/tastemakers feel it is their job to influence their readers. They call it censorship. I call it responsibility. Tom’ay’to, tom’ah’to.

Of all those facts though, there is one thing that I, every other woman in this biz, and most importantly all bloggers and commenters know and must never forget:

Them same folks talking all that mess would NEVER say a word of that to our faces…let alone get a chance to nut in em!!! HAHAHA!

So yo, let’s move on and have a great ‘09 folks! I hope you enjoy Q-tip & I’s video for “ManWomanBoogie” droppin tomorrow and Tuesday finally begins the Obama era:) :) Woohoo!!!

Deev

Adam Freeland x Daft Punk x GOLD Music Video

2009-01-15T14:42:00.000-08:00

Royalefam 2009 Dead Generals II Collection

2009-01-15T14:36:00.000-08:00

A refresher to an often over saturated market, Royalefam continue their selection of rebellious militia inspired apparel into 2009. Headed by Mark Ong better known as SBTG, the brand gives us a preview of their second offering within the Dead Generals series entitled “The Skeleton Comrades Triumph”. Making a smooth transition from sneaker customizing into a full fledged clothing establishment since their humble beginnings, the new collection reflects a mature approach towards design with the implementation of an extensive cut-and-sew program among cleverly produced graphic silkscreen pieces. Highlighting the launch will be Royalfam’s Triumph jacket as well as the no.4 shirt featuring a military BDU inspired silhouette. A further look into their custom series dunks will following in the coming weeks but for now the Singapore-based brand prepare to launch their lineup on January 25th, 10pm EST at Royalefam.com.

Thom Browne at Pitti Uomo Florence

2009-01-15T14:31:00.000-08:00

Bringing his unorthodox styling to Florence’s Pitti Uomo, New York fashion designer Thom Browne presents his finely tailored garments in an equally expected yet unforeseen method. Typewriters, short suits and slicked back hair best represent the simplistic effort during Browne’s showing. Best described by the New York Times fashion writer: “Just very simple,” Browne said about a show that could best be described as “simply” perfect. The full article by Suzy Menkes can be read here.

Photo: Giovanni Giannoni

Q-TIP IN THE BUILDING

2009-01-14T08:49:00.000-08:00

I MET HIM THUR DIFFERENT PEOPLE I KNOW AND HE IS A REALLY COOL GUY TO HANG OUT WITH

HERE IS Q-TIP ON CON'S TV

FIGHTING TRAILER

2009-01-12T07:19:00.000-08:00

LOOKS OK MAY HAVE TO CHECK IT OUT

Fighting trailer in HD

KANYE VIBE COVER AND STORY IN STANDS NOW

2009-01-12T07:02:00.000-08:00

I SEEN THIS BEFORE IT CAME OUT AND I THINK THEY DID A GOOD JOB

5 DAYS AWAY FROM NOTOURIOUS (BIGGIE MOVIE)

2009-01-12T06:48:00.000-08:00

WHEN THEY SAID THEY WAS MAKING A BIGGIE MOVIE I SAID IT'S ABOUT TIME WE HAD LIKE 3 2PACE MOVIES I LIKE 2PAC BUT BIGGIE WAS MY NEW YORK RAPPER WAY BEFORE JAY-Z OR NAS OR 50CENT

SO HERE IS SOME VIDEO'S FROM THE MOVIE

GOOD DAY MY FRESH PEOPLE

2009-01-12T06:41:00.000-08:00

IT'S ANOTHER FULL WEEK HERE IN 09 AND WHAT CAN I SAY GREAT THINGS ARE COMING TO ALOT OF PEOPLE THIS MONTH IS BUSY FOR ME WITH WORK AND WORKING ON DIFFERENT PROJECTS

FOR ALOT OF PEOPLE THAT DON'T KNOW I BEEN WORKING ON DESIGNS FOR STREETWEAR BRANDS AND OUT I SEE THAT THEY ARE ABOUT TO COME OUT WHICH IS A GREAT THING FOR ME CAUSE I LOVE WHEN I SEE SOMEBODY WEARING MY STUFF

I'LL KEEP PEOPLE POSTED ON EVERYTHING THAT GOES ON POST A PICTURE OR VIDEO CHECK BACK LATER IN THE WEEK FOR A PROJECT I'M DOING CALLED NEW YORK FROM MY EYES IT'S PICTURES THAT I TAKEN AROUND THE CITY

well till next time be safe and stay fresh

3sixteen - Spring 2009 Photoshoot Video

2009-01-09T16:30:00.000-08:00

3sixteen Spring 2009 Photoshoot from 3sixteen on Vimeo.

In a conversation with Andrew of 3sixteen a few months back. He offhandedly mentioned “filming” the labels’ recent photoshoot. We didn’t really quite get it until this morning with an update on the label’s website - a behind the scene look at 3sixteen’s photoshoot for its Spring 2009 Collection. Shot in beautiful black/white, the 2:55 clip was created by Kellen Dengler, featured model Devon Drakkar Lane Simmons in the upcoming 3sixteen collection around familiar streets of LES. More information about the collection to come in neat future.

Raf Simons x Fred Perry 2009 Spring/Summer Collection

2009-01-09T16:28:00.000-08:00

raf-simons-fred-perry-2009-ss-1 Raf Simons x Fred Perry 2009 Spring/Summer Collection

Looking furthermore into this seasons collection between Belgian fashion designer Raf Simons and Fred Perry, the most obvious change from their previous projects is a strong boost of color. Featuring striped and vibrant tones, the selections reflect a throwback style to decades past. Spring/Summer 2009 offers a more comprehensive collection including knits, bottoms, and footwear as well.

Source: This Heart’s on Fire, High Snobiety

Dior Homme Spring/Summer 2009 Sunglasses |

2009-01-09T16:24:00.000-08:00

I KNOW MY GIRL TASHA IS GOING TO ROCK THIS HARD THIS SUMMER ................

High-end designer brand Dior Homme reveals a further look into sunglasses from their 2009 spring/summer runway show. Presented by Kris Van Assche, these are not your typical sunglass design as they have a futuristic/sci-fi look to it, adding to the eccentric collection of many other sunglasses out there. Coming in black, white and purple these new sunglasses are available now at Dior Homme boutiques.

Source: Warp

Louis Vuitton Stephen Sprouse Collection Launch Party

2009-01-09T16:20:00.000-08:00

stephen-sprouse-louis-vuitton-launch-party-5 Louis Vuitton Stephen Sprouse Collection Launch Party

Recognizing the efforts of fashion designer/artist Stephen Sprouse, Louis Vuitton launched a memorable affair last night, throwing together special gatherings at three separate locations in anticipation for their upcoming Stephen Sprouse tribute collection. Beginning at the Louis Vuitton flagship store in SoHo, the world renown label displayed their Stephen Sprouse bags with a live ’80’s show that had Marc Jacobs bringing back the era in a pair of LV tights. An exhibition at Deitch Projects and party at a club on the Bowery capped off the night, drawing guests that included Paper Magazine’s Kim Hastreiter, Nicole Miller, Tim Helen Lee Schifter, Donna Karan, Brooke Shields and Molly Sims. The mother of Stephen Sprouse was also in attendance with Deborah Harry putting on a mini-concert. The Marc Jacobs updated Stephen Sprouse collection is expect to hit Louis Vuitton outlets very soon.

Source: WWD

THE STAR'S CAME OUT FOR BIGGIE

2009-01-09T16:14:00.000-08:00

I KNOW WHAT I'M ROCKING THIS SUMMER

2009-01-09T16:11:00.000-08:00

Kanye west and louie designed 1 of 6 pairs of shoes that is going to be out soon

and if you love fashion like i do you know you should at less have two pairs in your closet

My Boy and fashion design brother Washington Roberts internview for Jamel Johnson blogspot

2009-01-08T19:45:00.000-08:00

Washington Roberts: Fashion Forward

I got the privilege to interview up and coming fashion designer Washington Roberts, on the first day of the year of 09. Not only does he design at a very high level, he has a high level of understanding of what it takes to be a great designer.

Interview By Jamel Johnson

JJ: Please let everybody know your name, and where you're from?

WR: My name is Washington Roberts, and I am from Nigeria, but I reside in New York City.

JJ: How Many Years Have you been designing?

WR: Two years full time, but I've always been designing for himself. Be it a blazer here, or a jacket there. It's always been about the 1 of 1 and standing out for me.

JJ: When did you decide to make it a full time effort?

WR: In 2006. Again design has always been a passion of mine. Having a grand mother as seamstress, I was able to pick up a lot of her bad habits, like being exact, and being very meticulous. My grandmother is, and will always be my biggest inspiration.

JJ: Where did you study?

WR: Katherine Gibbs. But before that I was studying engineering.

JJ: You went from engineering to fashion design did that help you in fashion design? If so, how did it?

WR: Thinking about how things would connect and work together is the biggest thing that helps me every time I go to construct my garments. Because you can have the greatest sketch in the world, but that doesn't mean anything if a person can't bring what's on paper, or in Illustrator to life.

JJ: What do you believe set you apart from other students at Katherine Gibbs?

WR: Me being Washington Roberts, and the fact that I had to study beyond the curriculum. A lot of the students was looking at the glamour of the industry, and not the hard-work that goes on behind it. Dedication and passion, isn't a 9-5 it's 24 hour commitment, I'm always looking for the strengths in the top tier designers as well as there weakness

JJ: The biggest issues with other designers from a technical standpoint, what would you say those are?

WR: The biggest issue, from a technical standpoint that I see is they (designers) don't do enough researcher overall. The way the they want there looks to look, they usually have no idea how to pull it off. It's not about how well you can sew or sketch. It's about the way the vision comes across to the people.

JJ: What is the name of your line, and with the line what do you hope to come across with the looks?

WR: Well the name of the line is Washington Roberts and with the line I try to make sure it's very modern, chic, and sophisticated, and with the colors and bold design the women who put on my clothing have to have a lot of confidence to pull the looks off.

JJ: One thing that I noticed about your line verses some of the other lines out there from up and coming designers, is that your clothing is wearable. Be it to the mall, to work, or the club, and I can see others wearing and buying your clothes do you think other designers focus on the wearability factor?

WR: I feel all designers have their on design philosphy, and their own ways about getting their vision across, but I do think that sometimes what they do envision for their looks, isn't always fully realized, but things have to work together, you can't go over board with your looks. You have to balance the business with the design.

JJ: I believe that some designers don't know their demographic, would you agree with that statement?

WR: Yes, I would. I believe that's one of the biggest reasons the looks they envisioned isn't always coming a cross how they originally saw the idea, in their minds, and then in their sketches.

JJ: So you've been in 6 fashion show, you've only been designing for two years, do think that your moving at a really fast rate? and do you continue to grow at such a rate?

WR: When I tell other designers how long I've been designing, other they don't always believe me. And that's fine, all I can do is keep doing my research and work hard to close that gap with myself and the others designers who have more experience than me. Most of the big designers are in their 40's before they get the recognition that they feel they deserve. Me knowing my demo is another reason I believe I'm able to close the gap. I design for the people that like my clothes not for myself.

JJ: So the five plan for both the designer and the label Washington Roberts is what?

WR: Five years from now, with the work I put in and the rate things are moving, I hope to be in good space, and a lot of distribution to different boutiques around the world, and being a lifestyle label, and not just a women's label. As far me, just the growth and consistency that you'd expect from a person who wants to be a great designer and not a good designer.

JJ: What made you start with the women line first?

WR: I feel that the fashion world is geared towards the women, and that is the gateway in for all of the other avenues that I want to take in the industry. Not every body can design for women, so me starting with women's wear was good for me, and that was my road that doesn't mean that it's for every designer, it works for me. It's about pushing the boundaries for me. Some people have to start with T-shirts and then work they way to sweaters for a mens line. That wasn't my road.

JJ: Can you tell me what it is that you can do as a designer as far as the production of your clothes?

WR: I did 100 percent of all the work on every garment that has ever come out on the line. That goes to tell you how rare my skill set is. When I interned at William Rast there were people getting paid a lot of money who couldn't use Illustrator. But I learned a lot, about me while I was there. LOL

JJ: Well I thank you for taking the time out to answer these questions.

WR: Anytime.

JJ: Any last words for other designers or models out there?

WR: To be great is to be miss understood. You're going to get what you put in. Look to stand out. Be on the look out for the spring 09 collection.

Please check Washington Roberts out @:

Washington Roberts

Model Mayhem

WELCOME 09 IS HERE YOU FRESH MOTHER FUCKERS

2009-01-07T20:43:00.000-08:00

WELL I GOT A NEW CAMERA!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

AND I HAVE TO SAY I LOVE IT . IT'S MY NEW BEST FRIEND IT'S MY BUDDY SO I'LL TAKE IT EVERYWHERE WITH ME LOL

ANYWAY I HAVE ALOT GOING ON THIS YEAR AND I HOPE TO HAVE MORE PEOPLE ON HERE CHECKING OUT THE BLOG AND LEAVING COMMENTS

SHE'S MAD LOL

new H&M

2008-12-26T19:38:00.000-08:00

Edtudio Mariscal did a complete work for H&M in Barcelona: Architecture, lighting, furniture, graphics… even the shopping bags.

Client: H&M
Architecture, interiors and graphic design: Estudio Mariscal
Location: c/ Portal de l’Àngel 22, Barcelona, Spain
Area: 1.720 m2
Year: 2008

I KNOW I'M LATE BUT THIS IS CRAZY

2008-12-26T04:33:00.000-08:00

CAN'T WAIT TO SEE SOMETHING LIKE THIS WHEN WE HIT THE STREETS

CIROC FOR NEW YEARS BABY LET'S DO IT MAYOR

2008-12-26T04:27:00.000-08:00

FRESH KID

2008-12-13T19:58:00.000-08:00

09 KANYE WEST IS GOING TO MAKE ALOT OF PEOPLE STEP THERE GAME UP
JINGLE BALL 08 Z100 MSG

I KNOW I BEEN GONE

2008-10-26T02:56:00.000-07:00

so when i started this blog it was to show case what i been doing and things that i find crazy feel like i been hiding out but now i'm coming back and just show you what i'm doing with my self

(ME BORED IN THE SHOWROOM AT DENIM FACTORY )CHECK OUT THE HEART

THIS IS WHY HE IS THE BEST

2008-10-07T17:38:00.001-07:00

I KNOW I BE GONE

2008-10-07T17:37:00.000-07:00

JUST BEEN WORKING ON SOMETHINGS BUT I'M BACK

ARTIST TO WATCH

2008-09-23T15:48:00.000-07:00

CHARLES HAMILTON IS A NEW ARTIST ON INTERSCOPE RECORDS WITH NEW ACT'S HITTING THE RADIO IT'S GOOD THAT CHARLES IS IN THE BUILDING WHEN YOU LISTEN TO HIM YOU KNOW THAT YOU ARE LISTENING TO REAL HIPHOP

ARK

2008-09-23T15:40:00.000-07:00

Ark is a short movie directed by Grzegorz Jonkajtys.
Synopsis:

An unkown virus has destroyed almost the entire human population.

Oblivious to the true nature of the disease, the only remaning survivors escape to the sea. In great ships, they set off in search of uninhabited land. So begins the exodus, led by one man

ark from videos11 on Vimeo.

ANDRE 3000 TALKS TO GUARDIAN ON BENJAMIN BIXBY

2008-09-23T15:35:00.000-07:00

Slight, polite and genial, rapper-turned-fashion mogul Andre Benjamin - aka Andre 3000 - arrives for breakfast at Harrods wearing a duffel coat, polo shirt and baseball cap. Ostensibly, he is here to have a look at the corner of the menswear department where the Knightsbridge store will be displaying his latest Benjamin Bixby collection, a range of 1930s-influenced American football clobber, including cashmere cardies, numbered sweaters and fitted sweat tops. But evidently he couldn't resist a retail detour: a big white tote from Hackett, his favourite British shop, sits by his off-white and brown "saddle" shoes, bulging with sweet-smelling, tweedy booty from his morning spree. And it's only 10am.

Shopping in London is the ultimate pleasure, admits Benjamin. He finds it inspirational, educational and thrillingly old-school. "I love old things," he says. "In the US, we are not that old. We have old stores and cool vintage stuff, but nothing like you have over here."
Benjamin is an oddity in the sartorially prescriptive rap fraternity. A renaissance-man alternative to the aggressive knuckleheadery of, say, 50 Cent, Benjamin paints, reads, acts and plays the violin (and many other instruments). A vegetarian, he campaigns for Peta, the anti-fur lobby. Musically speaking, the 32-year-old from Atlanta, Georgia, who is one half of OutKast, is at the cutting edge of gonzo hip-hop with hits such as Ms Jackson, Roses and Hey Ya!, but when it comes to his wardrobe, he's 80% Brideshead.

He likes the rake of our straw hats and the equestrian cut of our traditional suits. He favours shirts with cutaway collars, rugby jerseys, brightly coloured hoop socks and co-respondent shoes. He likes the temperate British climate because it means he can wear one of his many Scottish tweeds. Talk to him and he'll reference the Duke of Windsor and Beau Brummell. When it comes to dressing, "those guys killed it," he'll tell you.

Benjamin's frequent trips to London find him trawling Portobello market for vintage tweed, cords and old shoes. On Jermyn Street, he'll check out the shirts and ties at Turnbull & Asser, Hilditch & Key, New & Lingwood, then make a short diversion to St James's to see the hats at Lock ("If you ask me, a good hat can make or break an outfit") and Lobb's exquisite bespoke shoes a few doors along. Then it's Henry Poole on Savile Row, where he'll finger some gold-braided Napoleonic livery, leaf through one of the old order books, maybe order a blazer.
Hackett, the young Sloane's outfitters, is his favourite stop-off. Benjamin spends a small fortune there and knows all the staff. "You might think that a rapper from the deep south of America might not be our typical customer," admits Hackett's co-founder Jeremy Hackett. "But the fact that Andre comes at our clothes from a different perspective, not burdened with any of the preconceptions about class and sartorial stereotypes that a British customer might have, means he looks at the clothes in a new and fresh way. He puts our stuff together in a way that we never imagined and he is totally fearless with colour combinations. He's got a really good eye."

Benjamin has got the fashion thing bad. It's been like this ever since he was at Sutton middle school in Atlanta. Back then, there were two rival gangs stalking the corridors and hanging out by the lockers - the prep crew and the soul kids. "The soul kids wore Jordache jeans cut at the bottom, Stan Smith sneakers, silk shirts and Starter jackets," he says. "The preppy kids were from better homes and they could afford the preppy clothes. Tretorn tennis shoes, madras pants, Ralph Lauren polo shirts, mostly. They had the coolest girls and they had Volkswagen Rabbit [Golf] cars."
Sometimes the two gangs would clash in elegantly wardrobed street violence. "You know, like in the 1950s when you had gang fights? Like West Side Story? It was like that. You had a whole other side with guys that were from the streets but dressed like they were rich preppies."
Most notorious was a preppy gang called the Stray Cats, who wore Benetton tennis bags slung over their shoulders. "Only thing was, nobody played tennis. But they used to take the racquets to school and use them as weapons whenever they got in a fight."

Benjamin, an only child, wanted to be a preppy but he was never in a gang. "My mom was too strict to ever let me get involved in that stuff." After his estate agent mum and collections agent father split up, his mother worked on the production line at General Motors to make ends meet; money was tight. "If I wanted nice clothes I'd have to wait for Christmas. I couldn't wait. I got a job. But if you couldn't buy them, you stole the clothes. Or you'd get your girlfriend to steal them for you."

Increasingly frustrated by his hometown's lazy, parochial attitude to fashion, Benjamin and a school friend would buy dye to colour their jeans. "We were trying to find ways to be individual, find our identities, I guess." They would pore over men's fashion magazines and watch old movies. Benjamin became fascinated by the understated Anglophilia and Gatsbyish exotica of Ralph Lauren adverts, which peddled dress codes that appeared to have been handed down from father to son like family heirlooms. "I think a lot of African-American kids don't have fathers to teach them how to dress, so you end up being taught by pictures in magazine and movies. You see cowboys, Indians, old Hollywood films, Cary Grant. It has an effect on you."

Was there something subversive about a poor young black kid dressing up in the preppy duds that were the privileged mufti of the Wasps? "A little. I guess it's all about the twist, really. Everything is slower in the south. But we wanted to educate ourselves. Every kid was a fashion victim back then, but as you get older you learn and you become the killer not the victim."

But before Benjamin could mutate into a gentleman designer, he embarked on a sartorial journey that took him beyond button-down collars and deck shoes. "When I decided to become an entertainer things became even more extreme," he says. OutKast - Benjamin and another high school friend, Antwan "Big Boi" Patton - released their first album, Southernplayalisticadillacmusik, in 1994. But despite the influence of Cameo and George Clinton in the music, they looked fairly conventional. Hip-hop seemed to tame fashion-forward Benjamin for a while. "If you watch the career of OutKast, look at all our pictures and videos, you'll see that at the start, even though I was writing out-of-this-world lyrics, I really just wanted to fit in, wearing baseball jerseys and sneakers. But the more I got into what I was doing, the more I started to think, to hell with what everyone else is doing.

"When the OutKast sound changed and I started producing my own records, I would mirror what I thought that character doing that music would look like. As the sound got a little wilder, freakier and funkier, so did the clothes. Then when the sound got more sophisticated, the clothes changed again."

At first, he channelled the outlandish get-ups of his funk and rock heroes - Cameo, Funkadelic, Sly Stone, Hendrix even. He wore white wigs and designed himself a pair of fake-fur pants. He scoured fabric shops in Atlanta for material - "upholstery fabric, mainly" - commissioning a reliable and creative network of seamstresses in the area. Then the outfits got crazier. Once, on the Chris Rock TV show, Benjamin decided to debut an outfit that included American football shoulder pads customised with multiple feather boas and ski-boots. The only problem was he had forgotten the trousers. "Big Boi dared me to go out and perform on stage in just my underwear. So I did. And it was the most fun."

But beneath the boas and ski boots, hip-hop's peacockish, dapper rapper was nurturing commercial fashion ambitions. "And I knew that fur pants and white wigs are not sellable." The market is now thick with rap and urban musicians who have tried their hand at (or lent their names to) designing clothing - Justin Timberlake's William Rast, Gwen Stefani's LAMB, Pharrell Williams's Billionaire Boys Club - but Benjamin is determined that Benjamin Bixby (the "Bixby" was added for its pleasing alliterative qualities) should develop into a label that might compete with fashion's major players.

When he showed his collection in a hotel suite last year, Vogue editor Anna Wintour came to have a look. "'I can see longevity in this business,' she told me, 'but you have to get with people in business who understand that this is not just an overnight entertainer brand, that you want this business to grow.'" Benjamin took her advice. He chose not to use the apparently readymade brand name of Andre 3000 (one of several alter egos he has). "Andre 3000 would be cool if I wanted to do a low-end brand and sell it in Wal-Mart, but this is not a celebrity brand. I am not a fan of celebrity brands, to be honest."

As well as sketching designs for tweed plus-fours, bomber jackets and waistcoats, he now makes factory visits, has the help of collectors and fashion archivists, and employs a technical director and a vice-president of design. "I would like to go to fashion school to learn the correct terminology and the correct technique," he says.

Benjamin seems thrilled at how well the label has been received. The major menswear magazines have featured the line, admiring its quality, detailing and tailoring. And, much to his delight, the other day that perennial rock'n'roll dandy Mick Jagger was spotted taking a picture of the clothes in a window at Barney's New York. "That," says Benjamin, finger-snapping the air with unbridled satisfaction, "felt pretty good"

THE RKELLY BATTLE IS ON WHAT TEAM ARE YOU ON FUCK RKELLY

2008-09-19T16:00:00.001-07:00

THE ROOTS FEAT. CHRISTETTE MICHELLE X WALE "RISIG UP"

2008-09-19T15:05:00.000-07:00

THIS VIDEO IS DOPE MY GIRL CHRISTETTE MICHELLE IS IN IT

The Roots feat. Chrisette Michele & Wale - "Rising Up" from Three/21 Films on Vimeo.

I NEED TO SEE MY FLY FRESH LADYZ WITH A PAIR

2008-09-18T19:17:00.000-07:00

ntroducing the Rockstar Workout some years back, Nike’s goal was to incorporated popular music into a workout for women which eventually launched a fitness dance revolution. Maintaining this theme, Nike designed the Air Troupe Mid featuring a hip-hop/break dance influence. With 2 years of research in the making, designer Ann-Marie Paz created a silhouette designed with all the attributes necessary for a true hip-hop dance shoe without sacrificing looks. The Air Troupe offers a high top designer feel with utmost flexibility and comfort. Adding in a non-slip rubber sole and lightweight uppers make for a winning formula

YO I HATE WHEN I SEE SHIT LIKE THIS

2008-09-18T18:54:00.001-07:00

IF YOU HAVE A BELT PULL YOUR FUCKING PANTS UP SHIT GAY DUDES IN JAIL HAVE THERE PANTS LIKE THAT WE NEED TO HELP THE KIDZ WITH FASHION

We salute the decision from a Florida judge who recently deemed that the ban on walking while black baggy pants is unconstitutional. Still, the anti-pants sagging law remains in other parts of the U.S., so the issue isn’t going away soon.

While we don’t condone racial profiling under the guise of fashion-policing, there are some fashion trends out there that people do deserve to be locked up for. To that end, below are the 5 trends we wish Officer Rawse would outlaw immediately…

THIS IS ONE COMPLEX MAG I'M TAKING WITH ME EVERYWHERE

2008-09-18T18:48:00.000-07:00

TO SEE THE REST OF THE PICTURES PICK UP A COPY OF THE NEW COMPLEX MAGAZINES IN NEWS STANDS SOON

When people see you in the tabloids and blogs, they tend to think—
Aubrey O’Day: —that I’m a ho, a dumb blonde girl.

I wouldn’t necessarily say that.
Aubrey O’Day: No, let’s address it, because that’s what everybody says.

Well, when you’re out at clubs, you must get approached in an aggressive way.
Aubrey O’Day: I think urban guys look at me and are like, “Here’s the white girl I’m gonna fuck.” Like, I met a famous basketball player the other night.

Who? What team?
Aubrey O’Day: I can’t, he’s too big. And, like, married.

LeBron! Carmelo! Yao Ming?!?!
Aubrey O’Day: [Silence.]

Okay, I’ll stop.
Aubrey O’Day: So this nasty guy came up to me and says, “Come here. I’m the man, haven’t you heard?” And I said, “Well, I’m the woman, haven’t you heard?” And he was like—this is the third thing out of his mouth—“Well, I have a hotel here, so when are you going to come by to my room?”

Smooth.
Aubrey O’Day: It was so embarrassing and corny. I was disgusted. It’s funny that they think they can talk to me like that, like it’s so easy. “There’s that ho from Danity Kane, let me get her off tonight.”

Do you feel at all responsible for building that sort of persona on Making the Band?
Aubrey O’Day: You don’t build your persona on reality TV. They build your persona on reality TV. I just learned to stop wanting to control it. Hey, they need the bad girl of the group, and no one else is going to take that role.

So you stepped in.
Aubrey O’Day: Out of this group of women, I am definitely the most daring. I would be the natural pick for the badass. This is the truth about me—I’m just really real. I have friends that are drag queens in sex shows, and I have friends that are very religious and conservative. I don’t judge people. The one thing that you could do to upset me is to be judgmental or make close-minded comments.

You mean, like all tabloids and blogs?
Aubrey O’Day: If I have to be ridiculed and called a whore and the party animal and the dumb girl for the rest of my career, I’m OK with that. Because I love who I am. You’re going to have to interpret me however you’re going to interpret me.

Do you think people interpret you as a player?
Aubrey O’Day: Totally, and somebody that has sex a lot, too. Honey, I’d be in a much better mood right now. [Laughs.] Definitely misconceptions. I’ve only been with, um…my boyfriends