Boogie Nights: The Return of Halston

Turning out the way I did my parent's didn't stick me in front of Nickelodeon but rather allowed me to express full control over the TV, which led to flipping back and forth between MTV Road Rules, HBO and the E Channel during my developmental stage.  I remember very clearly the time I watched The E True Hollywood Story on fashion designer Halston and was hooked.  Tomorrow at the Tribeca Film Festival the documentary Ultrasuede: In Search of Halston will debut. Roy Halston Frowick was called the first celebrity fashion designer and trademarked a very basic, column shape.  The documentary features personal interviews with Diane von Furstenberg, Liza Minelli, Angelica Houston and even Billy Joel, which, I mean, I don't know what he knows about fashion. Crashing cars, yes, fashion, no. If this had been a documentary about marrying underage women, then I would get it, but whatever, I digress.   The brand which took as many high highs and low lows as Halston himself on any given Saturday has recently received a resurgence with Sarah Jessica Parker being named as creative head of the new brand, Halston Heritage.  SJP will be sporting most of the line in the next Sex and the City movie.  Take a look at some shots from the new SATC movie with Parker in her brand's duds.

I'm not really sure which piece on the left is from the new line.  I'm hoping nothing.

She even finagled a deal to get a HH piece on the movie poster.

I love this one! 

Sarah Jessica Parker at the launch party of Halston Heritage.  Love her, but you can't deny the glitz and glamour that was Halston the man, you have to wonder if the new line can hold up to the legend.

LIIZAAAAAAAAA

GLADIATOR, GLADIATOR, GLADIATOR!

Pictures from Time Life Archive

I love this picture! Halston was big on bold colors, especially red and blue (a dizzuhh).  It was really him that really made the jumpsuit major so thank him for the look and the camel toe.  He was also known for his couture creations, like this vintage masterpiece.

This vintage piece is amazeballs with a price tag to match.  Check it out here if you have an extra $4500 and a 24 inch waist.  So how does the new stuff compare to the old?  

Oh god I love this dress. It reminds me of the scene from Breakfast at Tiffany's when she comes out of her room in the sheet.  At $325 its not like draining blood from a hidden vein, just one thats a little more visible.

If you are going to go full jumpsuit, this is the one to get.  A simple, classic black halter with a loose fit in the pants and a tie waist.  This and most from the collection are really seasonless, which, heeellooo, means you will be getting the most for your dollas. $355

SJP's dress in the electronic flesh.  This one is a little pricer at $435.

The longer version also comes in white and is the priciest of the collection at $895.

I don't love this dress but it is very much indicative of old school Halston. $545

Oh, lookey here! It's the cover shot so to speak. $325.

This gown is amazing! $455.  SJP could wear this one or the one below to the Sex and the City 2 premier.

$545

This sequined vest has the long, boxy shape that was so big in the 80's but a more demure sparkle that certainly wouldn't be seen back then.

I'm just putting it out there, this will be on my birthday list, which is only 4 months away, so everyone can start saving. Its on $275!!!!

I don't know how I feel about this romper.  I like the shape and everything but the tie-dye meets Pocahantas print is questionable. $375.  You can check out the entire collection on Net-a-Porter.

Stop.

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You Got That Where??

This is going to sound really cheesy, but I just did some serious shopping on Victoria's Secret.com and it wasn't just for unmentionables.  It appears Victoria's real secret is that she has some DL cute things for good prices (and a killer sale).

I got this dress in white, but there are a butt load of other colors.  It's a good day to night dress you can wear with flip flops and a jean jacket or some strappy sandals  and a bib necklace.

 This shirt dress comes in black, which would be sharp for the office in the summer hours.

 I love the pattern of this dress and the neckline, its really flattering.

 I was most excited about this purchase, I like the chevron print, but it remains to be seen how great this or any of the pieces look on normal, non Miranda Kerr people.

 The number above is a rip off of the Rebecca Taylor best seller from last season, but its a good one!

 This is a great throw on for the beach and comes in a lot of different colors.

 I also got this dress because it would be a really cute cover up that I can throw on to wear to work or after for dinner.

 I loveee this linen cover up, its really chic and looks cosy.

 This boyfriend shirt is a great year round staple.

 And this "cosy sweater" or whatever its called can be tied a million different ways.  Great to throw on after you've gotten far too much color.

 These trouser shorts come in different colors and are a nice way to dress up the summer staple.  Bonus: you can wear them in the cooler months with tights and a blazer.

It's always hard to find a pair of white jeans that fit well and don't cost millions of rupies, which is why these jeans are great at fifty bucks.  Of course with Victoria's Secret you can always find some real "gems."

 I can't wait to see Snooki in this on the new season of The Jersey Shore

 Apparently this can be converted a bunch of different ways, but no matter which way you wrap it... its ugly.

Surrey with the fringe on top!

 I don't even think Kim Kardashian would touch this one.

This print...

 This is great if you want your legs to look like huge tree trunks and washed out.

HOLY VALOUR BATMAN! Juicy Couture isn't even doing the jumpsuit anymore... that was not an open invitation to make this camel toe worthy number.

So shop Victoria's Secret (with care) till friday and receive up to 75 dollars off your order

Trend Report: Ikat, from Gucci to Madeline Weinrib

The hottest print for the season isn't so much a print as much as it is many prints.  Ikat is one of my favorite fabric styles because each varies so greatly.  Steeped in Indian influences, the Ikat was originally specified for royal families. This double cloth fabric aint easy to make! Thread is dyed than grouped on a loom separately and then brought together to create some crazy-ass prints; this probably accounts for how expensive products made with Ikat are.  Gucci had a strong tribal showing for the Spring 2010 season.

There are no words for how crazy I am for this dress!

Shop these looks and more at www.gucci.com (if you can!)

For the spring/summer I think the strongest trend would have to be this "techno tribal" look, appropriately named by Who, What, Wear.  Its bring, there are patterns and color that will show off your tan, but most importantly, its fun and irreverent, which is ideal for summer.  Here are some picks from the web:

IKAT by gkatz featuring Juicy Couture dresses

Items in this set:
Ikat-Print Dress, $340
Ikat Obe silk dress, $250
ikat mango dress, $90
BB DakotaRuched Ikat Dress, $80
tropical ikat bandeau dress, 45 GBP

I think my favorite would have to be the bandeau dress, which is only $69 dollars! If I was tall and had legs for days I would be all about those pink pants from Calypso. {Click the products you like for more information}. The Ikat trend is seeping through into home design, which thrills me to no end. I recently found Madeline Weinrib, while looking for a great brand to carry, but sadly she doesn't do internet sales. (Let's pick it up lady, get on board!) In any case, there isn't one thing I didn't like from her collection.

Madeline Weinrib by gkatz on Polyvore.com

Items in this set:
Madeline Weinrib Atelier
Madeline Weinrib Atelier
Madeline Weinrib Atelier
Madeline Weinrib Atelier
Madeline Weinrib Atelier

I'm scheming for ways to land that lucite chair. All those pillows! Ugh, lovelovelove. What do you think, would you pull off the trend for you or your home?