Love For Hire

Update: I received a little surprise in my inbox... a response from Faran! Check out what she had to say in the comments section, so Thanks for the response Faranista, and taking a minute to break things down and clear it up... You rock!

I really enjoy reading fashion blogs, because they offer unbiased opinion/ commentary on fashion with out having to pay for getting my fashion fix. These blogs often spotlight little known designers and models and don't hesitate on dishing and giving honest commentary... but what about big blogs who run like magazines, with multiple daily posts, have several writers AND paid advertising?

I ran across this post on one of my daily must reads, fashionista.com

I love fashionista, and this post is by no means knocking it's main writer Faranista, but perhaps this comes with plenty of naivety on my part (sort of like the time when I "discovered" that Santa Claus didn't exist by recognizing my mother's handwriting on a note from this so called "Santa", or when I discovered that one of my fashion crushes, Marc Jacobs was gay) I have to admit that I felt cheated that this mention was in fact, an advertisement in semi disguise... and guessing by Faran's confession, she felt a little guilty herself.

Sure I get press releases in my inbox, and push from pr people to endorse and or mention their product, but I rarely do it, and I'm never paid to do so. I do it only if I feel that I'd personally buy the product myself and because it's so awesome, how I could I not share it with my readers?!

So what's a blogger to do? should all advertisements (paid mentions) be labeled as advertisements? or is it okay to subliminally throw it in there and without letting you darlings in on the little secret?

PS. I'm still having the bloggers (and readers!) brunch on 7/7/07 so if any of you want to come, shoot a little email my way.

Reason 23,083 to Love Mark Kate

Her Shoes.

BLOGGING IN THE DARK

IT'S about 93 degrees out right now... HOT HOT HOT, and there's a power outage in several parts of New York City, including the subway system. Just as luck (or lack thereof) would have it... I'm one of those people affected by this black out.

Hopefully this won't last long. I've got some blogging to do.

Snapshots

I'm not especially proud of my slight fascination/borderline ADDICTION to reality television. Cinema Verite is my crack, and "Click!" will provide me my next fix (Top Chef is currently the flavor of the moment).

"Click!" will be a reality show where ten amateur photographers compete for a chance at being the next it fashion photographer. If this concept sounds a bit familiar, that's because it will produced from the same people that brought you Top Model.

"Click!” will give 10 amateur photographers the chance to live out their wildest fantasies in pursuit of their ultimate dream: to become the next great fashion photographer. [the] cast will live and work together in a downtown L.A. loft while being guided by world-renowned fashion photographer Russell James. These aspiring photographers will embark on a series of photo shoots meant to challenge their creativity and expose their individual weaknesses. For the first time in their lives, the cast will work with supermodels and high-end professionals, while traveling to exotic locations – all to capture that one perfect shot. "

OMG. This is genius! I swear that I am the love child of Mario Testino and David lachapelle incarnate. I want in on this! seriously, where can I audition? If any of you darlings have any info on this, send a little comment my way.

THE LOVES I ONCE KNEW

IT'S a given that the clothes you wear say a lot about you...but what about the clothes that your significant other wears? Maybe you're into the prepsters, punks, or metro sexuals who are at the cusp of being gay, but not quite there yet.

This rule of attraction has made me reflect on my ex boyfriends, and what they say about me. So sit back as I give you a sado masochistic little story of loves I once knew.

M. was an oxy moronic, Ralph Lauren obsessed, politically conscious hip hopper who cried a little more than often. He was my first boyfriend, and judging by our seven year age difference, I should have seen a train wreck coming, but I was too naive to believe that there was something wrong with a 23 year old who had anything in common with a 16 year old, sure I was very mature, but this was just a bit odd don't you think?

Our "relationship" was over when the oxy moron...

was sent to jail for being caught with a little too much pot in his his pocket. He annoyingly continued to write me love letters from his "I swear this isn't a jail, it's a rehabilitation program" jail with sketches of random "art" with intricate shading, I never deemed possible of creating with a regular ol' number 2 pencil.

We shall call my college boyfriend Razor. I was a freshman; he was a senior about to graduate and move to Boston to work in finance. Razor was a great guy who wore Brooks Brother's shirts and Gap 1969 jeans with colorful Nikes (oooooh daring!) or New Balances. He had the "not quite there" but almost prepster look going on.

Razor was a gentleman and nothing crazy happened. We just grew apart.

Next up on my reality show life, came Mr. Jewish "hot shot" Hollywood agent who was always dressed to the nines in suits. I think they were Brioni. His weekend outfits were a bit lacking, and those white tube socks, killed me. Ironically enough, he dumped me for a celebrity fashion stylist who "possibly" had an STD (seriously). I was madly infactuated with this fool, and never got over this. NEVER.

After that traumatic experience came Mr. famous Norwegian painter. I loved him. I really really did, but his parading all around the world in tight snake skin leather pants and crazy Roberto Cavalli shirts and sex with 19 year olds after his fancy schmansy art openings and dinner with the royals didn't sit to well with me...

I wanted some sort of commitment... He wanted dinner at Megu. Needless to say, we weren't on the same page.

My current boyfriend Mr. OB Gyn sees more vagina's in a day than all the male readers of my blog combined... I don't mind. I actually find it kinda sexy when he calls me and tells me he just delivered twins because I'm a twin, and this kinda thing turns me on, okay?! He wears scrubs 90 percent of the time (even while lounging at home, in his "these are my home scrubs, NOT my work scrubs")attire. He can be found accessorizing those green atrocities with one of his 12 prescribed designer glasses which I find beyond sexy. During his clinic days (Mondays and Wednesdays) he wears Armani Suits. He ALWAYS wears tight Calvin Klein boxer briefs...

only grey of course, which oddly, are sent to him in care packages from his mommie, and even if he looks like a million bucks, he absolutely HATES IT when I complement him.

God I love the nerds...

VINTAGE CALVIN

CUE seventies porn music and yell action! "You wanna know what comes between me and my Calvin's?...Nothing"

Here's a little vintage Calvin Klein editorial circa 1981, probably before some of you darlings were even born.

True to 70's early 80's glory, the ad contains overt sexual innuendo, and it's star, Brook Shields was only 15 at the time. Whore!

Just kidding. Who knew that pushing denim could be so risqué?

PRADA PRADA PRADA!!!

YOU'VE heard about this phone, but now check out it's features. LG's Prada phone is the fashionista's iphone. Black, sleek, and expensive! this oooo gotta have it phone isn't for sale in the US yet, but you can get one for $649.00 HERE (and ebay). Unlike the Dolce gold razr, this phone has much more than a coat of gold paint, but sadly just like designer "it" bags, there will probably be something hotter by the time you save enough to buy it.

Ch ch check it out!

Adios Gianfranco

"I ... particularly admired him for his coherence and the intellectualism and artistry upon which he based his fashion philosophy until the end,"

-Giorgio Armani

Cosa Bella

Fashion's dirty love child MARY-KATE OLSEN in Vogue Italia 2007. The girl is so chic, it hurts.





LOVE YOU TOO.

The Girl's Got Style

I'm really enjoying these "model citizen" posts. It really gives me a fun insight as to who my readers are, confident and fabulous model citzens. Meet Bojana. I love the color combination in the first photo, and the retro glasses totally complete the package. That second photo is SO FAB! Seriously, this is style. Style to me is when the outside reflects the inner you. Your body is your canvas. Trends may be fun, but dressing to the beat of your own drum is what life is about. Bojana really made this dress her own by layering it with something that everyone already owns... a simple black tee. The red flats are also a great touch. Check out Bojana at Power Rangers Go.

Don't Be A Nasty Bitch

THIS morning, I asked you guys to send me your photos that showed your style. Well meet some of my victims Model Citizens who took me up on it. In case you're wondering what the hell kinda title that is... take a close look at my first Model Citzen, Francesca....

Don't know where she's from, but the pics seem very Euroish. I'm guessing Italy.

That angelic smile isn't fooling me Francesca. I read your t shirt young lady, and all I have to say is... where can I get one of those?!



On second thought, where can I get him her jacket? That green jacket is so chic, LOVES IT!

This is Jeff Fryer. He's one of my readers from fashion town USA, Denever Colorado (shot out to my Colarado peeps). Jeff is a fashionista/fashion photographer in the Denver area. You can check out his portfolio here.

Next up is stylish biotch Bridget from Indiana. B. is rocking her fave look of the moment, a one piece jump 70's suit that I'd love to get my hands on. I love the way she paired that green belt with the khaki. Hotness. Bridget says people are shocked when they see her roll up in one of these pieces, and that just makes her love them even more. Pretty dope.

Thats all for now. Ciao bitches.

Calling All Model Citizens

SEND me your pics modelling your favorite outfits, show me your style, whatever! Send me a pic and I'll post it. I'd love to get to know my readers...

This should be fun. I Promise.

Bloggeratti Brunch

ARE you in New York? Please join me, Ms. Model Citizen and Lady from "You Say I'm A Bitch Like It's A Bad Thing" at our first ever NYC BLOGGERS BRUNCH. Bloggers and readers are all welcome (and we accept presents for all you pr people who may want to provide us with swag for our lovely readers!). We want to get to know you, and see how fabulous you are in person. Don't be shy, join us for brunch (and pomegranate martini's if you're over 21).

NYC BLOGGERS BRUNCH

7/7/07

LOCATION TO FOLLOW (depending on how many people rsvp)

If you'd like to join in on the fun, please email to RSVP by June 29th @:pleasedontfeedthemodelsblog@gmail.com

See you there!

You Go Right, I'll Go Left...

EVERYONE in New York City is running around in jazz shoes, and all I keep asking myself is... when are these coming back? I'm thinking about switching it up a bit and getting a pair of these... would you?

Flattery Redifined

THIS is what happens when Dolce knocks off a classic

All Star by Converse $42.00

Dolce & Gabbana Quilted Pattent Sneaker $295.00

Which would you rather wear? Did Dolce's inspired by the "All Star" sneaker step it up or is this another designer take on street wear that you'd rather do with out?

Where Have You Been? Cindy Crawford

SURE we love the "supermodels" of today, but we have to take a second to ponder on the whereabouts of those who came before them. Where has Cindy Crawford been hiding?

Making money that's where. Lots and lots of money... Cindy Crawford has been making millions on 6 groups of affordable furniture lines,Stratus, Jeans, Malibu, Savannah, Giano and Villa D'Este.

Since 2005, Cindy has been raking in the dough with over $100 MILLION in sales a year, making Kate Moss's for Top Shop earning look like peanuts. It may not the most glamorous job in the world, but Cindy is doing what many models can't... finding success even after the limelight fades.

Cindy on her furniture line's affordable price range: "In fashion, maybe 1 percent of the population can afford an expensive Hermes scarf, but everyone, regardless of their budget, should be able to buy a stylish, well-made scarf. It's the same way with home furnishings. I've always related to the masses, whether it's with my Revlon ads or Pepsi commercials. My mother's house in Illinois and sister's house in Colorado are filled with my furniture. I have pieces of it in my home. I'm not into super exclusivity."

Well hell, I wouldn't be either if I made this much selling sofas, besides, everyone knows... selling merch to the "masses" is where the real money is at and Cindy's been cashing in. Maybe thats her secret to looking so damn good at 41.

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Hipster Vision

IF you're into the hipster thing, these sunglasses by KEEP might just be for you. Why? because they're pretty dope, and priced at $5.00 USD, you can get them in every shade color.

via: High Snobiety

Electric Youth

THIS is me. This is my new blue dress, and these my new amazing shoes. I'm off to an event tonight, and although it may be raining cats and dogs here in New York City, this blue makes feel like sunshine.

Isn't it crazy how color can lift you up?

Say It Ain't So

I wish I was making this up... but i'm not. Kate Moss and Pete Doherty are the new faces of Roberto Cavalli women's fall campaign.

According to the Daily: "Mert Alas and Marcus Piggott recently shot the couple separately in Ibiza, each conveying different moods: Moss appears in color amidst sand dunes to complement Cavalli’s safari-themed designs, while the Doherty is featured in black-and-white portrait shots for a more classic feel. (because we all know how classy he is) The campaigns are due to break in fashion magazines next month."

Oh lord, where do I begin? In all fairness, Pete must have a really big... HEART, I mean why else would Kate keep coming back for more, and more, and more, and more? They say love is blind, but this is a bad case of glacomacrackitis that just wont go away. Kate could literally have just about any man she wanted, but I guess only the hotness of the Petster will do.

Wouldn't it be fabulous if besty Irina Lazareanu were in this campaign? Kate did "discover" her, and she was the drummer of Pete's band at one point making it a mini Babyshambles reunion.

And now I interrupt this blogcast for your afterschool special...


Oh sweet 8 pound 6 ounces baby Jesus, THIS IS WHY YOU SHOULD STAY OFF DRUGS KIDDIES: Sorry for the graphic photo, but someone had to warn you. No hope in dope!

Catherine Malandrino...AGAIN!

IT'S that time of the year to start pulling out your lovely dresses embracing your femininity. Forget the power suit, what a woman needs, is a beautiful dress. That being said, there are so many options right now, ranging from the short and sleek to mid length with volume. Bold colors are a summer staple, and here are some of my favorite picks from Catherine Malandrino's SS07 collection.

If this yellow one looked a bit familiar, that's because Nicole Richie wore it on the David Letterman show last week, and I did a post on the mystery dress. I asked my lovely readers to help me find the designer, and thanks to Wendy at Pretty Little Pradas, I now know who designed this hotness.

If you're not into splashes of color, and want something a bit more muted, maybe these will do it for you. Don't you just love the yellow/gray combination on the far right? definitely colors to play around with this season. Even if you're too young (or broke) to afford designer wear, looking at these dresses, will definately provide inspiration for your summer attire.

Check out these, and the rest of her collection here.

Sirious

MEET Siri Tollerod. Fashion's undeniable new "it" girl hailing from beautiful viking land, Norway. I mean it... this girl has star written all over her, and dammit, the casting directors at every fashion house better take note. Look no further for your weekend inspiration, she's our Model Muse of The Week. Trust me, we'll be seeing a lot more of this girl.

It's so exciting to "discover" a model you believe in, and go along for the ride as her career just goes KABOOM! Bang! Siri's a rookie, but she's already shot Russian AND Italian Vogue with famed photographer Steven Kelein.


Oh, and if all that jazz hasn't convinced you, does telling you that she's got the new DKNY campaign do it? Is this girl on top of her game of what?!



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