Archive for the ‘Fashion’ Category

Style Network’s 2nd Annual “Give & Get Fete” Fundraiser Benefiting Dress for Success

Tuesday, August 17th, 2010

Last night, Style Network held their 2nd Annual “Give & Get Fete” fundraiser benefiting Dress for Success at  the Soho House in West Hollywood. Cashmere Agency was there to support the good cause and was wowed by the experience. Garcelle Beauvais was the beautiful host for this year’s festivities. The fundraiser was a huge success with a fantastic evening filled with celebrities including Elise Neal, Ali Fedotowsky, Audrina Patridge; complimentary spa treatments, gifting suites, a silent auction, and more.  Not to mention the bottomless supply of red and white wine along with delicious sweets for guests.  If anyone knows how to properly pamper the ladies, Style Network and their staff are the experts!

All of the funds earned through ticket sales and the silent auction will go directly to Dress for Success.  The mission of Dress for Success is to promote the economic independence of disadvantaged women by providing professional attire, a network of support and the career development tools to help women thrive not only in work, but in life. We thank Style Network for the generous invite and  congratulate  them on the success of the charitable event.

To see more photos from last night’s glamorous event, please visit MyStyle.com and to find out more on how you can help Dress for Success, please visit their website.

Cashmere Fashion: Photo Shopping Gone Too Far?

Tuesday, August 10th, 2010

Ann Taylor has successfully turned itself from a staid, homely brand into a covetable one, even garnering comparisons from the New York Times to Dior and Balenciaga. But it’s not all good with the brand’s online store, where online women’s publication, Jezebel, noticed that models appear to have been ridiculously photo shopped.

For example, in the photo below (on the left) from the Ann Taylor online store, the model has hips remarkably smaller than her shoulder span. Also in the below photo (on the right), Ann Taylor helps the model stave off muffin top by digitally sanding down her hips and thighs to avoid fabric folds, which most agree are realistic and hardly unsightly. Also, amazing how smooth the silk shirt in the photo on the right is as its tucked into the model’s slacks, eliminating bunching and rippling.

So it would appear that Ann Taylor is a store with near impossibly smooth clothes and skinny models or they have a little retouching scandal on their hands.  Ultimately, its up to their customers to decide how they feel about this photo shop situation with Ann Taylor’s online store.

Cashmere Kicks: 25th Anniversary Air Jordans

Wednesday, August 4th, 2010

25 years after producing the shoe that changed the sneaker game forever, Nike  just unvelied the 2010 edition of their Air Jordans. The Air Jordan 2010 will pay respect to Michael Jordan’s legacy in basketball as well as celebrate the 25^th anniversary of the Air Jordan shoe brand.

“The celebration of the Air Jordan 2010 and our 25th anniversary are the pinnacle of a year full of milestones for me,” said Michael Jordan. “With each shoe, consumers have pushed me to take the next AIR JORDAN beyond their wildest imagination. The Air Jordan 2010 marks the future of Jordan Brand and proves there are no limits to what this Brand is capable of creating.”

I’m sure a few of Cashmere’s own will be coping these kicks when they hit all retail stores August 15th. Check out the full line-up of Air Jordan’s below. And for further information and pricing, head over to Nike’s Jumpman23 website.

Cashmere Fashion: Supa Dupa Stunnas

Wednesday, July 28th, 2010

Stay one step ahead of the trend with Retro Super Future’s uber-hip, W sunglasses. These 1970’s Italian influenced design complements all the old-school Italian fashion that was showcased in the 2010 collections.

The future is yours, with their sharp clean lines and angular shape, these shades merge retro and futuristic all at once, as they are simple enough to pair with virtually anything.

Cop your pair over at EyeGoodies.com. Now that Cashmere’s put you up on game, there’s no excuse for you not to step your shades game up.

Cashmere Kicks: Clerks the Shoes!

Tuesday, July 27th, 2010

In what was sure to be the highlight (for some) of Comic-Con 2010, Etnies announced that they teamed up with writer/director Kevin Smith to release a collaboration project inspired by the 1994 cult classic film Clerks.

Smith debuted the shoes over the weekend during the four-day convention at a happy hour event thrown at San Diego’s  Sé Hotel. 300 fans were on hand  for the announcement and treated to free beer and some Etnies apparel and shoes courtesy of Smith and the sneaker company.

The shoes, based off of Etnies Jameson 2 line, features the “Clerks” logo on the side heel panel of each shoe and matching Etnies logo on the tongue.  What really makes these shoes a “must-own” for Clerks fans, is black and white still shot of two of Smith’s most iconic characters, Jay & Silent Bob in front of the famous Quick Stop on the left and right footbeds of the shoes.

Lakers vs. Celtics: And All is Right with the World!!!

Tuesday, June 1st, 2010

For the second time in three years, the NBA’s most storied rivalry will be on display during the 2010 NBA Finals. Just in time for the series Adidas is releasing the official Locker Room T-Shirt commemorating both the Los Angeles Lakers and Boston Celtics Conference Championships.

The chest features the text “2010 Eastern/Western Conference Champions” printed in team colors just above the team logo and, for the first time, features the Finals trophy.

Both squads T-Shirt’s retail for $19.99 with the official locker room hat being sold for $24.99. Go cop yours over at NBAStore.com. The NBA Finals begin Thursday at 6pm PST on ABC.

Fashion Forward: New Melody Ehsani 2010 Summer Collection

Monday, May 17th, 2010

Melody Ehsani is an LA-based designer who, in Cashmere’s opinion, is one of the flyest female designers of our time.  Her belief in her inner power as a woman has allowed her to continually challenge convention and overcome barriers;  ME has a desire to see women be everything they can be.

The ME mantra was a created to give women what they need, quality, high fashion products that are beautiful, comfortable and affordable.  ME has a burning desire to see women reach their full potential and to unleash they power they have inside.

Check out the preview below of Melody’s new summer collection which consists of 3 themes:  “We live in their world”, “Protect me from what I want” and “Love sees color”.

Be sure to check out Melody Ehsani’s site where you can view and purchase ME accessories and shoes for your summer adventures!

Cashmere Kicks: Nike’s New Booze-inspired Kicks

Monday, May 10th, 2010

This summer, Nike is bringing you a brand new pair of beer-inspired SB, with none other than the Champagne of Beers as their muse: Miller High Life. The Dunk, previously being touted as the Marvin the Martian, reveals the color scheme from the famous bottle’s label and the perforations in the leather are actually supposed to represent the carbonation in the beer.

These arent the first drunk dunks. Check out the 2008 Dunk Low SBs below that were based on the Newcastle Brown Ale with the colors of the Newcastle logo that come with an additional set of red laces. So take your pick this summer as you head to the beach with your cooler full of brew!

Phurniture? Pharrell’s getting into the Interior Design Game

Monday, April 26th, 2010

50 cent has Vitamin Water. Snoop has blunt wraps. Just about every female artist has a perfume out. And now hip-hop super producer,  Pharell, is making furniture.

The jack of all trades has already demonstrated his creative style with the successful launch of  his Billionaire Boys Club, Ice Cream and B.A.P.E. clothing lines. Not to mention he’s always showcasing something fashion-forward with his selection of outfits. However, Williams’ furniture is just as innovational – especially his latest piece dubbed the Tank Chair. Skateboard P’s latest venture in contemporary furniture comes in four colorways and is made of plexiglass and full grain cold leather.

Be sure to check out P’s previous work as well –the first  Perspective chair which takes inspiration from the love between a man and a woman.

Cashmere Kicks: Vans x MLB Opening Day Collection

Wednesday, March 31st, 2010

In a collaboration with Major League Baseball, Vans is putting out a series of MLB-team inspired footwear. The Chukka LX’s, in particular, are one of the more stylish models coming from Vans, so these collabos are already winners by default.

The Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim’s Chukkas feature a nice seasonal cream colored upper made of leather, accented with red piping, topping off the classic white sole. Of course, the team logo sits comfortably on the outside heel. Oh yeah, and each pair of the 12 Authentic LX shoes will come along with a matching limited edition Majestic Authentic Jersey.

These will be available on Monday, April 5th at 11am at Proper in Long Beach. Other teams’ collaborations will be available in their respective cities so be on the look out for those. Already announced are: the Atlanta Braves, Boston Red Sox, Chicago White Sox, Los Angeles Angels, Los Angeles Dodgers, New York Yankees, and Washington Nationals.