Ultra Suede: In Search Of Halston

 This fashion documentary covers the bejeweled era of the 70's and one of it's top designers,  Roy "Halston" Frowick.  We also get to hear from Vogue's very own Andre' Leon Talley, and his recollections of that time.  Halston was definitely larger than life, and his sleek draped designs still remain amongst the best designs of that period and even today.  Halston is one of my favorite American designers.  I remember studying about Halston designing Jackie O's pillbox hat in the 1960's.  Which then made Halston hats a woman's staple.  Unfortunately, like many greats in fashion, his jaw-dropping talent was only matched by his ferocious appetite for fame and all the bad things that came with it. The demise of his empire seems to have started when he decided to sell his name to JC Penney.   Today joining a huge brand like JC Penney as a designer would mean more revenue and more opportunities for other income levels to enjoy and wear his designs.  Unfortunately, Halston was a pioneer of that movement at a time when the increased pressures of having a Ready to Wear, Made to Order and Haute Couture lines just became to much to take on for one person.  It's been said that JC Penney demanded 8 collections + accessories a year.  Halston was known as a perfectionist.  He would therefore not allow any Junior designers to design any licensed products bearing his name. Sadly, the corporate monster pushed him out and the rest is history!  

For theaters with a listing near you go to: Fandango

2012 Color of the year goes to.......TANGERINE TANGO

Yesterday Pantone announced that THE color of the year will now be "Tangerine Tango" This color officially known as Pantone 17-463 to the fashion and design community. Tangerine Tango is described by the color authority company to be "a vivacious, enticing hue", "a provocative go-getter", "that's a bit exotic but in a friendly non threatning way".., "a spirited redish- orange that can be sophisticated but at the same time dramatic and seductive."  Now, with the colors latest recognition we can count on seeing Tangerine Tango sprinkled in all sorts of products.  Here are a few things I found inspired by our new STAR color....   Let's Tango!

For more information about the world of colors go to: Pantone

My Current Obsession... "Cassiane' Sandal"

I know it's a bit early to start fantasizing about anything Spring but it helps me get through the Winter.  Have you ever seen a shoe that just exudes sexy?!  Well, here it is B Brian Atwood has out done himself for Spring 2012....  This sandal he named the "Cassiane" is so HOT that they made a video just for the pair!  They are available for pre-order at Nordstrom now.  Now, let's go out there and dance like nobody is watching! :-)