Reduce, Reuse, Recycle, and Raeburn....

What caught my eye in this month's VOGUE ....London-based designer, Christopher Raeburn creates an eco-friendly, ethical line of cozy coats and parkas- made from what exactly?... Raeburn used all second-hand salvaged materials (found in variety of military warehouses), including Euro-star uniforms, old Belgian army tank suits, or even retired hot air-balloons all from the 1950's. The coat that Blake Lively wears was "constructed from never-worn battle dress jackets found in storage in the U.K."...costing $1700, sold at Barney's NY stores.

Lady Gaga

Lighting is somewhat dark, but there she is!

Set for Alejandro, i know you can barely see a thing, but pay close attention the silhouettes of the on-stage set, it's quite spectacular. And this was about the time my camera ran out of batteries so i couldn't record the performance ...

Gaga performing "Dance In the Dark..."

I forgot what performance was this one, but her costume is definitely another one of her most eye-catching outfits. It's hard to tell what inspired her for this particular get-up. I would guess, hay? A tree stump? Those old fashioned chariot things people back in like Asia,used to carry people in...random but hey it came to me.

Her most memorable costume of the whole night, performing "So Happy I Could Die".... reminds me of the witch from Narnia or makes me think of some Queen of winter or even Tinkerbell.

Gaga and her lovely disco stick.....probably my most favorite prop that she has created. I am not sure, but I'm going to assume that this performace was "Love Game."

Two days ago was my birthday (8/16) and FOR my birthday, I went to Lady Gaga's concert. Oh boy, i love her so much! She is my idol! I went with Jonathan Lin, one of my best friends. We had a BLAST! Her voice was amazing live, the props and on stage set was beautiful, and the costumes, as bazaar yet brilliant as ever! The bad news was my battery for the camera ran out half way through the show , so i didn't get to film Bad Romance or Alejandro or any of my most favorite songs from her. However, overall, i enjoyed every minute of it!

Classy Pink

Finally, I found the chance to post my own design! This dress were pieces used from my old 5 year old dress transformed into this babydoll, shoulder strap frock. I'm not sure what material is the bustier, i guess its like this cottony , jersey feel. The skirt part is satin. And it still consist of some food stains from over the years haha. The bow was attached to the waist area of the dress, but i figured, why not make it a hair accessory?

Math + Fashion = ........

Nel Linssen, Dutch designer, sculpted Paper Jewelry, offering mathematical perfection. "Handcrafted from neutral-hued papers, her jewelry embraces a mathematical elegance born from modular and logical problem solving." Math and fashion ? Yes, strange combination, but these sustainable accessories really proves that.....well i hate to admit... but math is useful and important yaddayaddaya.... it is inspired by botanical rhythms and structures; beautiful creation, indeed, just look at all the detail! Pics/info: http://www.ecouterre.com/20329/nel-linssens-sculpted-paper-jewelry-offers-mathematical-perfection/

POLKA dot PARTY

How could i forget about this! Miu Miu's Resort 2011 flirty and fun collection inspired by lingerie shapes and fabrics like crepe de chine, satin, and sable. It's all about color,prints, and flirty garments. Revolving around polka dots and other fruity prints, this collection flaunted it beautifully on skirts, frocks, scarves and even on shoes....
Pictures and Info from : http://www.fashionfame.com/2010/07/miu-miu-resort-2011-collection-polka-dots-fashion/

Chrisitan Louboutin's Fabulous Footwear

Coming to stores late this summer... Christian Louboutin Zebra ‘Louis’ style loafers and desert boots from their fall/winter 2010 collection. I love the zebra/horse skin accents and the silver studs with the red accents. I don't care if its only for men's footwear, I would definitely wear it in their smallest size! :D Pictures and info from : highsnobiety.com

From 2007-2010's, some of Balenciaga's most popular heels. From the lego heels to the printed leather sandal, to the peeped-toe play-doh booties! Yes, ladies and gentlemen, not only are the booties unique from its architectural heel and patchwork pattern, but it IS made out of water-proof, sturdy play-doh.... Fascintating, yes?


And now...everyone's favorite! BLOCK HEELED loafers and brogues from this year's fall collection.

Balenciaga 2010 Fall collection

My first time using Photoshop, so please give me a break if you notice alot of imperfection.Anyways, one of my favorite collections of fall 2010, is Balenciaga by Nicolas Ghesquière... This is a man who finds inspiration from the industrial, scientific, computer-generated categories. Technicality is sooooo not my department, but using all the Geometric, collaged, stiff yet rounded stuff put together in fashion, OH YES! I can dig that ^^... These are the outfits i found most appealing to me of his collection. I like the idea of the.... what seems to have the same concept of the bubble wrap but in star formation... and the triangular paper-printed tops with the lovely matte and shiny suits.

Back-to-school Carryalls

Carro Effectos Portantes, Argentinean label, loots the thriftstores for vintage clothing and men's suit to make their signature backpacks, satchels, and messenger bags; perfect for a fashionable entrance for first day of school. Pictures and info: eccouture.com

Eco- Couture

Designed by Kai Yeung Yau, this edgy, recycled video tape-made jacket was created by weaving the material into the fabric. Clever isn't it? The shoulder pads have Rihanna's name written all over, but the choice of using second-hand video tape screams LADY GAGA, for its futuristic feel. This really inspires me to get eco-friendly with my designs! ONE DAY, i shall also have my own eco-couture collection. ;)

It was said that the pleats varies in height and width as imitation of the high, low pitches and frequencies of music. Pictures and info from : www.ecouterre.com.