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Monday, March 12, 2012

Our Favorite Items Under $100!

Yosi Samra Suede Ballet Flat $55

Packable comfort, these fold-up suede ballet flats feature topstitching at the elastic top line and a pull tab at the back with a rubber sole. These colorful flats are a playful way to finish off any casual, spring look. *Fit Note: These Flats Run Small.


Yosi Samra Stingray Ballet Flat $70



Funktional Blade Dress $99
This dress features sheer paneling along the back, sleeves, and above the bust. With ruching detail at sides and a shallow scoop neck. For winter, wear this dress over tights with distressed leather boots and a big sweater. For the warmer months, pair the dress with cute pumps and funky accessories. 


Rachel Olesker Wine Agate Bracelets $99

Pencey Standard Lingerie Cami $65
This spaghetti strap top features silk trim on a casual modal body. Pair this top with dark wash jeans and heals going out look or with a tight mini skirt for romantic yet sexy look.


Yosi Samra Serpent Ballet Flat $62
These fold-up, snake-embossed leather ballet flats feature topstitching at the elastic top line with a pull tab at the back and a rubber sole. These flats are incredibly comfortable and versatile, and are be sure to become a go-to for spring.  *Leather: Cowhide, *Fit Note: These Flats Run Small


Cameo Urban Beat Bra $62
This bra top features a triangular bust and a thick cummerbund with 3-column hook-and-eye closure. Pair this piece with a high-waisted, pleated skirt and our Rag & Bone Newport Wedges for a summer boho look. *90% Cotton, 10% Spandex *FIT NOTE- RUNS SMALL




Get to Know The Real Azealia Banks




Check out this GQ+A with Azealia Banks.....

GQ.com: Your outfit is very Geri Halliwell…
Azealia Banks: I've got a Spice Girls thing going on! I just bought this as a gag in Camden Market. My style is if it's clean and together, put it on and go. I'm always up so late trying to pull whatever I can out of my brain, check my e-mails and keep up on my Twitter and my Tumblr.

GQ.com: What was the first song that you were obsessed with?
Azealia Banks: Probably "No, No, No" by Destiny's Child. Oh my God, you could not tell me that I was not going to grow up and be in that group when I saw that. I remember thinking "Who are these girls? Why is her hair pink?" Also do you remember when Aalilyah came out with "Back & Forth"? She was a tomboy. That was my s***.

GQ.com: Can you recommend a good book?
Azealia Banks: I can, but I feel like I'm just stealing ideas from Jay-Z. I read his book "Decoded" and in the back he recommends The Seat Of The Soul by Gary Zukav. It's basically about soul versus personality and multi-sensory personality versus the five-sensory personality - the people whose souls operate with spiritual guidance against people who can only see the earth, the beginning and the end. You really find out a lot about yourself when you read that book.


GQ.com: What should every man have in his wardrobe?
Azealia Banks: I definitely like it when men dress like men. Proper clothes. No offence to any man who's into fashion, but I feel like I'm very into masculinity. I just like loose pants and big shoes - one thing I hate is seeing a guy in a pair of Toms. I'm not really a fan of men in fancy materials. I like guys who buy stuff that they can just put in the washing machine and put on, who aren't so shiny, you know?

GQ.com: What do you think of the Nicki Minaj comparisons?
Azealia Banks: It's not something that I particularly like, but it's something that I understand. It's just people making sense of things. If you listen to BOB. for the first time, you might think, "He sounds like André 3000". If you eat sorbet for the first time, you might think, "Oh, this is like ice cream but there's no milk in it."

GQ.com:  Who is the best-dressed man in hip-hop?
Azealia Banks: I really like Jay-Z's style, because it's real. I feel like he's the king of making music and detaching himself from it. He says, "Here's my music. Take it or leave it. I'm me regardless." That's why people are so intrigued.

GQ.com: You went to La Guardia High School of Performing Arts…
Azealia Banks: I didn't finish school. I just walked away from it because I had the little rap thing going on. So for the last few years I've just been learning about life. I've been making mistakes and learning from my mistakes: got dropped from a label, got my heart broken, lost my apartment. I'm lucky that I learned my lessons this early, because sometimes people don't learn their lessons until they're like 28-30, you know? "212" makes fun of everything and my reactions to it. I think that's a lot of the reason why people relate to it so much, because everybody wants to say, "F*** you!" I think by virtue of English culture being so polite, I feel like there's definitely a part of every English person that just wants to be like, "Aargh!" That's why it's picking up so much over here.

GQ.com: What's your favourite record of all time?
Azealia Banks: "Alright" by Supergrass. That's a good-ass song.

GQ.com: What does your family think of your lyrics?
Azealia Banks: My mom is pretty crass. She does go, "Azealia, does every song have to be about sex?" I'm like, "Maybe?" [laughs filthily] But no, every song won't be. But some will.





Click here to visit her website and hear more music by Azealia Banks.

Sunday, March 11, 2012

SALE Item of the Week


Jeffrey Campbell Sawyer Pump- $80

These faux-python Jeffery Campbell pumps are a good substitution for this seasons Prada snakeskin shoes. They are made of leather with a rounded point toe. They feature a slight platform and a block-heel for comfort and style. These go well with a pair of skinny jeans or a little black dress. *4" Heel, *Leather

Saturday, March 10, 2012

New Favorite TV Show This Winter

FOX's new comedy, New Girl has quickly become one of our favorite shows this winter!



David Strick from the Hollywood Reporter takes us behind the scenes of New Girl...

Zooey Deschanel plays the role of Jess- an offbeat, likable teacher who recently moved in with three male roomates after a terrible breakup with her 

Jake M. Johnson plays Nick Miller, a bartender who was also recently dumped and is struggling to get over his ex.

Director John Hamburg confers with Zooey Deschanel during filming of the “Cece Crashes” episode of New Girl.

The cast and crew from left: Lamorne Morris, Hannah Simone, Zooey Deschanel, Ella the cat, Jake M. Johnson, animal wrangler- Thomas Roachand grip Paco Rodriguez.

Zooey Deschanel and Jake M. Johnson prepare for a scene 

Actor, Max Greenfield (sitting on a box on the left) is best known for his recent tv roles of Leo D'Amato on Veronica Mars or Nick Pepper on Ugly Betty. 

Lamorne Morris (left) and Jake M. Johnson (right) take a break on set. They play two of the male roommates, Nick Miller and Winston Bishop respectively.


Deschanel and Greenfield prepare for a scene.

 Greenfield plays Schmidt, the crass-talking guy of the group. Whenever he says something innapropriate, he has to put money in the "Douchebag Jar."

Lamorne Morris and the shirtless Max Greenfieldprepare for a rooftop scene. Morris previously hosted the game show BrainRush on Comedy Central.

Hannah Simone holds an umbrella as key grip Tom Harjo checks lighting. Former fashion model, Simone also plays one on the show as her character Cece.

Zooey Deschanel and Hannah Simone stretch before a scene.

Zooey Deschanel will have to find a way to balance her new show with her passion for music. She's a member of the duo She & Him, and has released two albums.



Editor's Pick of The Week

Rebecca Minkoff - MAC Clutch


This light pink MAC clutch from Rebecca Minkoff offers a fresh take on the original by adding hammered silver studs. The leather handbag features a spring-lock flap at the front pocket with metal feet, silver hardware and a zip main compartment closure.


Press on Damen + Division!

Fasthion Truffles was created by Viviana, late twenty-something gal born in Puerto Rico and currently living in the West Village in NYC. 

One of our new jewelry lines, Damen + Division was featured recently on the Fashion Truffles blog.  

Check out the interview below to learn more about this fantastic jewelry line:

Name, Company Name, Age.
Sonia Barrett Esler, Damen + Division Jewelry, 32


When did you start designing jewelry? What sparked your interest in this field?
I started designing in 2008. I had this idea to make bib necklaces, which were all the rage back then, and other big fabric necklaces. I was always interested in art, as well as statement jewelry. Combining the two seemed pretty natural. When I was younger I did a lot of thrifting, so I've always had an affinity for vintage discoveries.


How did the transition from photography to jewelry design occur?
I still do the photography, so I don't know if it is a transition as much as a nice addition I am loving! It's all visual problem solving, whether it's photography or jewelry making, so it is all the same to me. Similarly, I also draw and decorate.


Where do you find inspiration for your pieces? 
I am inspired by the vintage stock I come across: I see a chain or an earring finding, and I figure out how to balance it out with new materials like crystal or turquoise. I am inspired by shape and color. I will see a color story of an outfit or a room or a piece of art and I will try to complement that. I try to incorporate trends to make it contemporary, and I try to think about what sort of events and places Damen + Division can be worn.


Where is your jewelry sold?

Currently we are celebrating the launch of a virtual Build-Your-Own Earring Bar at  www.damen-division.com (great for bridesmaids)! Customers can always contact me via the website or Facebook if they see something they like and want to do a custom piece. 

I am also available at SARCA 710 N. Wabash Ave., Chicago, IL
and GAVIN 1939 Central St., Evanston, IL




Thursday, March 8, 2012

Look of The Day




IRO Red Leather Bomber Jacket
This washed lamb leather jacket features pockets and sleeves with a zip, one middle flap pocket, and shoulder tabs. *100% lamb.


AIKO Wuff Dress
This sleeveless, scoopneck dress features allover skinny stripe pattern and playful side slits. *About 30" from natural hem.




Damen + Division Gold Knot Necklace
This double-strand, statement necklace features vintage medallions paired with glass beads and a vintage gold chain.


Rag & Bone Sigrid Sandal
These Rag & Bone sandals feature a contrast pebbled-leather upper with button closure and adjustable wraparound ankle strap. The knotted thong detail and pop of color lend a contemporary edge to this structured sandal, which will undoubtedly become a summer favorite. *Leather: Cowhide




Look of The Day styled by: Sonia Barrett Esler of Damen + Division Jewelry 

Wednesday, March 7, 2012

What to Wear Them With?

These pebbled nubuck Rag & Bone booties feature seam details and a hidden back zip with a stacked heel and leather sole. The neutral tones of this bootie pair perfectly with any colored denim skinny jeans for spring.

Bag: Rebecca Minkoff Moonstruck Bag
Pants: J Brand Skinny Jeans
Scarf: We Are Owls True Love Cashmere Scarf
(now at GAVIN)

Dress: Cut25 Wave Ribbed Dress
Bag: Rebecca Minkoff Studded Wallet on Chain
(now at GAVIN)


Tuesday, March 6, 2012

More Photos From New York

Everyone's back from New York after a very successful buying trip. We visited all of our favorite designers and picked out some of the coolest items for Fall 2012. 



Michaela and Stephanie Minasian walk through Pencey's Fall 2012 collection.


Michaela hard at work, pulling items from Pencey and Pencey Standard





And look at this Diva! The one and only, Miss Lauren Cavallo-Runzel

We were able to visit some of the other lines we carry at GAVIN...

Elizabeth & James
elizabethandjames.us

Goldsign Jeans
www.gold-sign-jeans.com


Haute Hippie
hautehippiestore.com

Clover Canyon 
www.clovercanyon.com

Aiko
www.iamaiko.com

so after quite an exhausting three days for everyone...

it's time to close up shop.