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Met Ball 2013: Chaos to Couture

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The theme of this year’s Met Ball played nicely into what came down the red carpet last night. In the midst of some well executed punk couture was a whole mess of chaos. It seems party goers were sufficiently befuddled by how to work a punk look.

That being said, we must give credit to the fashion world for delivering the most exciting carpet of the year in a season that has been far too safe and boring.

Do you agree with our best and worst? Who made your list?

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Sarah Jessica Parker in a Philip Treacy hat, Giles Deacon gown, and Christian Louboutin custom boots.

Long. Live. The Queen. SJP was our absolute favorite of the night! No one did a better job of embracing the theme while remaining true to their own style. We could easily see this getup tiptoeing into costume territory, but somehow, it just looks freaking cool. Bravo, SJP. BRAVO.

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Anne Hathaway in vintage Valentino

To all ya’ll Hatha-haters out there: this one’s for you. Anne showed up looking better, hotter, and blonder (!) than ever last night. The dress was a perfect embodiment of the evening’s theme in a subtle yet downright sexy way. After all the mad hate for the Hath this year, she was due for a moment – and we love, love, loved it.

Honorable Mentions:

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Babes in Blazers: Anja Rubik in Anthony Vaccarello & Elizabeth Banks in Atelier Versace

Note to selves: Blazer dresses are hot. That is all.

 

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Beyonce in Givenchy by Riccardo Tisci

Our first thought was – who got fired from Bey’s team for telling her the theme was Superheros? Just add a cape and she’d become Sasha Fierce, Diva Fireball Queen! The look could have been slightly better if she lost the matching gloves and boots…but only slightly.

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Kim Kardashian in Givenchy by Riccardo Tisci

It’s hard to even know where to start. We could point out that she, like Bey, thought it would be a good idea to add matching gloves and shoes to her ensemble. We could point out that the shape of this dress does absolutely nothing for her. However, the most important point here is this: if you’re already at the top of Wintour’s Most Hated People list, you DON’T show up to her party looking like THIS. And now, photos of Kim next to couches, courtesy of Buzzfeed.

Photos via The Cut, & Fashionista

Coachella 2013 – Sights, Sounds, & Trends

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Our dashing guest editor David Sanchez is back with a report from the field. Literally, a field outside Palm Springs. You might have heard of it – Coachella?

David was awesome enough to take some wonderful atmospheric and style snaps from his time spent at the festival, all so we could share them with you!

Check out his photos, and then keep reading for a trend recap of what’s to come for the festival season ahead!

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Denim Heaven

Festivals boast a very high volume of America’s favorite textile – specifically in the amount of hand-cut jorts per capita. Keep the momentum going, but make it more unique by wearing a denim vest, dress, or (dare we say) shorteralls.

~Shop Denim~

Lose the Flowers

Look, we don’t have anything against flower crowns, we’re just sick of them at festivals! If you need some hair-flair, reach for a brightly patterned scarf, or throw some temporary color on a few strands.

~Shop Scarves~

Get Fringy with it

We’re pretty obsessed with fringe around here. Needless to say, we’re dying to see it in action in the summer sun, swaying to amazing tunes. Best part is, you can never have too much or too little! Anything goes!

~Shop Fringe~

Celebrate Earth Day in Style!

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Looking good doesn’t have to come at the expense of the environment. In fact, we at eDrop-Off help our beloved planet every day by selling previously loved designer goods.

You can get in on the action by shopping eBay Fashion Vault’s ReLove sale, happening now in honor of Earth Day on April 22! You’ll find lots of amazing eDrop-Off pieces in the vault, including the McQueen dress and Chanel bag seen on the beautiful Jaslene Gonzalez in the images below.

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Alexander McQueen Blue & Black Pattern Wool Sleeveless Knit Dress
Chanel White Quilted Leather Classic Medium Double Flap Bag
Balenciaga Black Patent Leather Lace-Up Oxford Booties

The sale ends at 10am CT on April 22. Don’t miss it!

Corri’s Tips for Storing your Winter Wear

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The weather is finally kinda-sorta acting spring-ish here in Chicago, and we’re more than ready to pack away our cold weather gear. While it might sound as easy as shoving all those sweaters and coats into the dark recesses of your closet, there’s a lot more you can do to assure your clothes are ready to wear again in November. Plus, you can save time (and money) later by taking care of your most loved pieces now.

Here are some fantastic and totally doable winter storage tips from our in-house guru, Corri McFadden. If you want even more on the subject, watch her spot on Fox here, and tune in tomorrow to You & Me This Morning!

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Tip #1: Edit your winter wardrobe before putting it into storage.

  • If you didn’t wear it this season, you probably won’t wear it next season.
  • Out of sight, out of mind. Edit out the items now, and you won’t even remember you had them.
  • Consign with eDrop-Off to add to your budget for next season!

Tip #2: Put your clothes away in the best condition possible.

  • Get your winter coat dry cleaned, and have any loose buttons tightened.
  • Have items de-pilled, or do it yourself by purchasing a de-piller like this one.
  • If you have a leather piece, wipe it down with a damp, cold cloth.
  • Condition your leather at home using Leather CPR, available at Bed Bath & Beyond.
  • Any staining or odor should be professionally cleaned – we recommend Davis Imperial Cleaners! 
  • Empty all pockets, including gloves – the bulk can warp the fabric.

Tip #3: Proper storage is key.

Garments

  • When pieces come back from the cleaners, remove the plastic bags immediately.
  • Store the items in cloth garment bags, which are more breathable.
  • For a quick DIY – sew a cotton sheet in half and use it as a garment bag
  • Never store leather in plastic or near heat (ie. a light bulb)
  • Store your outerwear on sturdy hangers - using a weak hanger can cause the shoulders to warp.
  • We recommend cedar hangers – they keep the moths away!

Shoes

  • Stuff your boots so the shaft doesn’t lose shape.
  • We recommend these Boot Shapers – $13 for a pack of 2.
  • You can also stuff boots with rags to keep their shape.

Tip #4 – Protect Items for Long-term Storage

  • Wrap delicate items in acid free tissue paper – also applies to items prone to wrinkling
  • Buy an under-bed storage chest for storing sweaters. This one is only $10!
  • Check on your items throughout the storage period to assure there are no problems.
  • Remember: a clean, cool, and dry place is best for storage!

You Can’t Fake Fashion

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Whenever the subject of designer fakes is mentioned, the resulting conversation is usually a firestorm of opinions. Some take the stance that to oppose fakes is to be snobbish, as many cannot afford the real deal. However, the production and sale of fakes has nothing to do with snobbery, and everything to do with illegality, child labor, and copyright infringement. And that’s just scratching the surface.

The CFDA has been instrumental in educating thousands about what designer fakes mean for the fashion industry. Their “You Can’t Fake Fashion” campaign and corresponding sale of designer-made tote bags has been wildly successful over the years it has run. This year, the CFDA is auctioning off the entire 2013 collection with the help of our friends at eBay. We have to say, this group of bags is the best yet.

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You can bid on the bags until March 25, when the auction concludes at 11am CT. Click here to view the whole collection!

 

Get Inspired: Mary Tyler Moore

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When we think of Mary Tyler Moore’s iconic TV style, we think PRINTS and PATTERNS! We have a ton of fun pieces MTM would love, like a Miguelina maxi dress, and a BCBG tweedy jacket. Printed pieces like a Missoni Cardigan pair well with basics like a Cynthia Rowley shift dress . If you are a fashion risk-taker, go for a print-on-print with Prada belted pants and a black and white striped Ralph Lauren shirt. 

Which ever style you go with, though, DO NOT FORGET TO ADD A SCARF! It’s Mary’s signature accessory. 


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