You don't have to be High-Society to look like High Fashion

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Above: is a picture of the "VANS CHUKKA BUCKLEBACK LX BLACK"

Fashion is one of my *hearts* (and yes, I have many hearts/loves). It's been awhile since I've blogged repeatedly and that's because I've been immersed in things more important (and that's not to say that fashion isn't important to me, because fashion is beauty and "fine lines" and intricate craftsmanship, all of the things I love). Although lately I've been studying more about "health and natural living" and I'll be blogging about some of those inspirations in the near future (my computer has had a virus that I'm trying to get rid of...lol).

So in the meantime; I'm gonna share some of my fashionable loves with you...

1. Nike NSW 2010 Fall Apparel

Nike sneakers, sure, but I'm not always the biggest fan when it comes to Nike clothing. This jacket though is bad-ass, and it has that storm-trooper kind of look; laser cut seams, a bonded construction all throughout so you know this jacket will keep you warm and dry. The technical and aesthetic design is what I always look for in my recommendations to you guys, and this is both intricate and fashionably simple. Hit the link above for more pics of this piece.



2. Converse Chuck Taylor Outsider Boot X Woolrich

I can personally testify from last season's line that Converse makes a really dope pair of boots that can look dressy depending on what you wear, and they can be rugged as well if you want them to be. The smooth leather feel, and the laces give it this military kind of look without looking too monstrously huge, with a nice tweed 3 quarter length over coat you can wear these boots and pull off a really cool look.

This season


Last season (still available)


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KRIS VAN ASSCHE: 2010 Spring/Summer

An extensive lacing system is a prominent part of the design thanks to a number of lace holes as it travels up towards the collar of the sneaker. A high-top white version and a mid-cut black version are available now. Thought these were super dope...had to post it. Below is a portrait of KRIS VAN ASSCHE shot and directed by Joost Vandebrug, thought it was dope to.



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Collaborative sneaker: Reebok and Uslu Airlines

Via: colette.fr



The collaborative sneakers from Reebok and young Berlin artist Uslu Airlines are on their way to website retailer 'colette'. Putting a night club twist on two styles, Uslu Airlines worked a silver, disco ball inspired Retro Pop (dubbed the Retroball), and a glow in the dark Cortney Mid. Each pair comes packaged with a matching nail polish for women.

Superga's Italian heritage: The white sneaker with the clean look

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This is Superga's classic silhouette with full-grain leather uppers. These type of sneakers have a hint of sophistication and they are in line with Superga's Italian heritage. It's model name is the 2750 FGLU and its an iconic style for men (and women can play it off to), with a 100% pure cotton lining and Superga's classic low-cut European fit at the ankle and a vulcanized natural rubber outsole.

Gucci Sneaker Store: Mark Ronson Sneakers

Gucci’s Frida Giannini worked with Mark Ronson on this flash sneaker store concept as of this October 2009. Together with Mark Ronson, Gucci worked on limited edition Gucci Ronson sneakers. The collection overall consists of 16 men’s styles and 2 women’s styles, with each sneaker coming with a special Gucci silver or gold metal dog tag. Customers initials can be engraved onto customized leather tags on the laces. On top of the special make-up and packaging, each Gucci Ronson sneaker will come with a 12-inch vinyl record with tracks selected by Mark Ronson.

The first Gucci Icon-Temporary store will debut at Crosby Street in New York City on October 23rd, with Frida Giannini and Mark Ronson attending the kick-off party. The store will open to the public on October 24th and will stay open for 2 weeks. In December the temporary space will move to Miami to coincide with Art Basel Miami and Design Miami and in 2010 the pop-up store will come to London and Tokyo.

Creative Recreation - Fall 2009 - Italian Collection

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An interesting design popped up in Creative Recreation’s new Italian Collection for Fall 09. The LA-based footwear company has incorporated an innovative removable upper zipper design which allowed the wearer to convert his hi-top into a boat shoe sneaker and vice versa. Other than an added functionality, the collection stays classy in a basic color palette of black, white and browns, with premium leather upper of different treatments. These kicks from the Italian Collection are due to drop in August at BLENDS.