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Leather for all

Would you wear a leather dress?

The natural evolution of leather, of course. While Acrimony loves us some Jen Brill (yum), we would probably style it a bit different. Let's ditch the bow, throw on a bad ass wide brim hat, an armful of bling, and your boyfriend's Number (N)ine plaid flannel. Either way, the verdict is in. Leather dress we vote yes!

Leather dress action @ Acrimony coming Fall 09!

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Tall and tan and young and lovely...

the girl from Ipanema goes walking,

and when she passes, 

each one she passes goes, ahh.

Did you know that there really was a girl from Ipanema? Heloísa Eneida Menezes Paes Pinto (quite a mouthful, isn't it?), a 5'8" tall brunette, was the subject of this award-winning song. Though myth goes that she was the original inspiration for the lyrics, in actuality, they were only attributed to her to after the song was written. Still, the idea of composers Antonio Jobim and Vinicius de Moraes being completely blown away by her poise and beauty as she walked by on her way to the beach is enchanting, isn't it?

For more info, there's a Wiki article.

All this talk of beaches and Brazilian babes can be attributed to the particularly warm weather we've been experiencing recently. I think it's time to break out the dresses and shorts, don't you?

xxLinda

Mini Post

Since it's such a beautiful day, we decided to have a little outdoor camera fun featuring Mini Market. Out of everything in the store, Mini Market's one of my favorite labels, as it's extremely luxe and well-made. 

I look pensive. Why? Because photo-taking makes me uneasy. This dress, however, makes me feel like Snow White, albeit Snow White with raggedy old Converses on. 

Close-up. 

I love this deeply-saturated Mini Market skirt (paired with a plaid IRO top). I don't even care that I'm getting it dirty by sitting on the curb. 

Jumping shot. You can see the skirt in all its glory this way. 

Filled with Mini Market love,

Linda

Creep Up on Me Mr Wang

One of the most over-hyped (arguably) brands out there is Alexander Wang. And for good reason. The man keeps turning out ingenious designs that make our heads spin. The sold out woven platforms and even the fringe bootie were gone in seconds. So now all we can look forward to is Fall. Let's not assume he doesn't have more tricks up his sleeve. You're looking at a white/black denim leather creeper BOOT. Seriously? Serious. Our it-girl Roxy loves her creepers, too. And so does Lulu. You don't have to be rock n roll to pull this off. But it helps.

Heathers for Brains

I've got Heathers on my mind. You know, starring Winona Ryder and Christian Slater, totally dark and hilarious and amazing. I was watching it last night and couldn't help noticing it how great Veronica looked throughout the movie. And since the 80's have been so inspiring recently for a lot of designers, here are some screenshots:

Do you like? Lots more screenshots can be obtained online, but just watch the movie! Winona's super-cute. 

xxLinda

Cool girls that aren't Erin Wasson

Yeah, I get it. The effortless trend is still going strong. We all want to look like a model-off-duty. Ironically, looking like a model-off-duty usually requires you to look like a model. Because if you don't... put a bra on... cuz it's still cold in San Francisco and NOBODY wants to see the goods.

But if I could name one person who always gets it right, it's designer Limi Feu. Limi is the daughter of the legendary Yohji Yamamoto. Her real name is Limi Yamamoto. Edginess is built into her design, no studs, rips, or denim shorts required. Signature long black hair, no bangs, simple shirting, and functionality built into each garment. She is her clothes and her clothes are her. Incredibly sexy, but subtle. Why can't more girls dress like this?


And she's totally bad-ass.


We did our own tribute to the designer, wearing new-in-stock Tankus, and featuring Acrimony's resident "face" Roxxxy.

Why Hello There Mr Cool

If you're walking around Hayes Valley and want to pop in to remind us how cool you are on an everyday basis, please feel free. Mr. Cool over here reminds us of the relevance of monochromatic pieces from head to toe, and the idea of non color as a color. The first look, Cassette waxed cotton jacket, Endovanera henley, April 77 denim, AA scarf, Common Projects. Notice, no color, but looks oddly vibrant nonetheless. Then we fell in love with the monochrome grey outfit he tried on in the shop: YMC henley, Nom de Guerre selvedge denim, Common Projects. It's pretty easy guys, keep up.

M.O.D.

Models Off Duty, male version. Sadly, there's a shortage of photos, but from what I can tell, they do seem to favor the skinny pants.

Tyler Riggs - I think all guys should have a leather jacket

Luke Worrall - I like his suspenders and vest

Cole Mohr - casual, with rolled pant legs and a beanie

Cole Mohr - mash-up of blazer over mesh top over button up! 

What do you think? Comparable to female models behind-the-scenes?

xxLinda

Look-a-like

Pertaining to a conversation I had the other day after perusing lookbook.nu and seeing this photo:

Me: Why do guys dress like Bob Dylan?

The reply: Guys just want to BE Bob Dylan.

I can see that.

The REAL Dylan

Lots of guys seem to strive for his look, the skinny pants, Ray-Ban-esque sunglasses, button-ups shirts, cigarette dangling close by, subversive nonchalance. Timeless!

xxLinda

Kai-Aakmann is better than Your-Assmann

Kai-Aakmaan, sister brand to our resident favorite, Tankus, pretty much melts our faces off with their Fall collection. Heavy on layers, layers and more layers. Watch the lines, the diagonals, the zips and pulls that put them on our list of "not to be missed" designers. Keep your panties on people, check out Tankus in the meantime. Sorry dudes, you'll just have to wait (*drool...).

Men in Uniform

So on the 4th season of Project Runway, Michael Kors is asked why he always wears the same thing. He responds, "I don't want to think about what I'm wearing." Hence his uniform:

Black shirt, black jacket, blue jeans

I can tell that you all want to emulate. All kidding aside, I like it when designers stick to certain outfits, maybe because all their brain juices gets used up designing clothes? They know what works for them and stick to it. Here are two timeless, classic "uniforms":

Yohji Yamamoto (with daughter Limi, also in her signature style)

And of course, Karl

What's your uniform?

Chun-li hurrr

Chun-Li hair is taking over (minus the white ribbon cups).

Have you ever been stumped about what to wear? Something as simple as changing up your hair can make a world of difference. Case in point: the Chun-Li buns. SO fob-tastically cute it'll have you yelling "Yatta!" at your next Cosplay convention. God, I'm kidding.

We tried our own version of the Chun-Li, slightly modified, on our resident friend of Acrimony, Roxanne aka Roxxy. She's also wearing the brand new Sophomore Spring 09 dress du jour. Pick one up at Acrimony today!

Over the Pond Favorites

My best friend just left for England a week ago, and with the exchange rates lower than ever, I thought it'd be a great time to ask her for a favor...

"Will you buy me clothes?! I'll pay you back."

I mean, there are a plethora of stores in the UK that offer really great clothes, but are practically inaccessible (hey, international shipping is expensive).

Luckily, she IS my best friend, of course said yes, so now I get to peruse the websites of some of my favorite British shops. 

What I like: 

From Topshop, part of the newest Kate Moss collection, clocking in at the quite reasonable price of £50, or roughly $75*.

Again, from the newest Kate Moss collection, a party dress that's both decadent and sexy (especially on Kate—maybe that's why I love it so). £250, or roughly $375*.

From AllSaints, I love the toughness of these boots. And the fringe is awesome. At £160, it's $240*. A bargain?

Also from AllSaints, this trench is a twist on the conventional. I think it'd look great over just about anything, especially those boots and some skinny jeans. £250, or about $375*.

A Miss Selfridge find, this acid wash playsuit is dangerous. I think girls should stock up on onesies like these for the summer. £45, or $67.50*.

*I'm using $1.50 to £1 as an approximate conversion rate

xxLinda

Sweet Like Candy

There are times that I'm unabashedly girly. Like when I refuse to sit on grass because I don't want to get stains on my butt, or when I find myself watching a chick flick and tearing up during the cheesiest moments.

So doesn't it make sense that I would love jewelry by Candace Ang? Below are some necklaces that aren't out in stores yet (from her blog) and I really really like them (fine, it's love). She mixes chains with cloth and studs in the most alluring fashion, so it's girly, but not THAT girly.


I really like this necklace, decked out in Swarovski crystals and nude chiffon ruffles. And here's my disclaimer: when it comes to personal style, I tone down the feminine. So I'd wear this with a plain tank vest maybe. Because simplicity is key.


xxLinda

Native Tongue / Native Son

Masculine. Utilitarian. Structured. The way most men remember fashion before the start of men in capes and high heel boots. Native Son, set to launch for Fall 09, provides a refreshing reminder to the tailored looks of yesteryear. Single piece backs, release box pleats, partial invisible plackets, double welt flap pockets, the fineness of tailoring at its best. With no frills, just design elements so subtle and so perfect, we can't wait to see how Kyle Fitzgibbons brings evolution to the suited man.