Subject: Clothing Accessories

• Orange County Market Place

  January 1, 2009

• Because You're Ugly: Pixie Cuts

  These two red headed pixies were at Proof on Friday night, looking the epitome of chic. The girl on the left is wearing a sweet dress in an olive green very flattering to her rust colored hair. It has an elastic waist, which manages to show off a tiny middle and still be comfortable enough to dance in. The ivory drop earrings are a classy touch. Her friend on the right chose a striped sequined sheath dress much like the one Sienna Miller made famous a while back, and tops it off with a big co

  August 14, 2007

• Because You're Ugly: Vivienne Westwood

  With Vivienne Westwood, punk never died—it just grew up. Westwood's beginnings are in punk music and she pioneered punk style, first gaining notoriety when the Sex Pistols wore her clothing at their shows and appearances. Like the swallows, hearts and robots before it, the safety pin seems to be the next regurgitated trend gracing clothing and accessories everywhere—an obvious takeoff on the safety pin as fashion's punk roots. It's the logo of one of the best fashion/design blogs around,

  October 22, 2007

• Because You're Ugly: The Vampress

  I'd like to think I'm a pretty untraditional girl when it comes to diamonds, jewelry and other assorted expensive, sparkly things. So if you plan on proposing to me any time soon, please do so with Bittersweets NY's latest creation: the Vampress. The ring's actually a twist on one of their most popular pieces, the Baby Vamp. But this time, the Vampress boasts a half-carat diamond (toootally modest, right???) set in between two sets of teeth (available in 14k white, rose and yellow gold). B

  November 16, 2007

• Because You're Ugly: Karen Walker

  April 30, 2008

• Because You're Ugly: Look For Less—Balenciaga

  For almost a year now, gladiator-style flats and heels have been seen on eeeverrry celebrity taste maker that matters. Thing is, stars like Courtney Cox, Mary-Kate Olsen and Nicole Richie were all sporting the Gladiator wedge style by Balenciaga—while the rest of us normals just gawked on in envy. And even if we had the cash, the wedges sold out at retailers everywhere and were impossible to find. Nine West has since uh, "adapted" the design to fit into the everyday budget of the everyday g

  May 6, 2008

• Because You're Ugly: Lolita Sunglasses

  The first time I spotted heart-shaped sunglasses outside of Lolita was during Moschino's SS 2006 runway show. And for some inexplicable reason, I loved them, as silly as they seemed. The collection consisted of flirty dresses, full skirts, throwback 1950s swimsuits and, yes, heart-shaped sunglasses. In fact, the entire show pretty much reflected what seems to be today's style mantra: completely classic and vintage, with just enough modern detail thrown in for some originality and flare. But of

  May 8, 2008

• Because Youre Ugly: Hermès Kelly

  May 13, 2008

• Because You're Ugly: Retainer Wear!

  Remember that time in the fourth grade you left your retainer on your lunch tray, trashed everything on the tray... only to realize in fifth period that you threw your retainer away with that mac and cheese—and then subsequently spent the rest of the school day rifling through bags of trash for it? No? Well, me neither. But this gold retainer necklace from none other than Fred Flare might remind you of your more awkward days way back when. This sterling silver necklace with 14kt plating sits

  July 15, 2008

• Because You're Ugly: Still Uggs

  Just when you thought it was over—or that it couldn't get any worse—Ugg releases its new line for Fall/Winter 2008. So other than the traditional sheepskin we're all too familiar with in the short, medium and tall lengths (ranging from $130-$200), you've got a few more options to cringe at now: There's the "Classic Cardy Boot," a $140 knit boot with a three-button closure and suede heel cap. There's what I just might deem the most appalling of the range, the $230 "Whitley Lace Up Boot," a

  September 9, 2008

• Designer Stories: Silver Star Casting Company

  April 26, 2001

• The Action Sports Industrial Complex

  October 3, 2002

• Death and the Sale Woman

  October 30, 2003

• Because You're Ugly: Etsy Local Crafters--Atomic Dog

  For the young or just young-at-heart on your holiday gift list, Irvine-based Etsy shop Atomic Dog (go ahead, sing the rest) has the perfect fun and inexpensive gifts or stocking stuffers in the shape of Smurfs, donuts, ice cream cones, artist palettes, roller skates, cupcakes and yes, in case you were wondering, ballerina hippos. Nothing in the shop is over $11, but each and every single item is uniquely crafted. There are pendants, earrings, rings and even a Hostess cupcake-shaped box ($4) to

  November 25, 2008

• Mikimoto Trunk Show

  June 4, 2009

• [Trendzilla] Necklush Life

  January 15, 2009

• The Flying Karamozov Bros.

  January 8, 2009

• Purse and the Person

  December 25, 2008

• Going Green

  November 27, 2008

• [Trendzilla] Feathers and Fringe, the Native American Look

  November 13, 2008

• Preseason Gold

  October 2, 2008

• Family First

  November 8, 2007

• Trendzilla

  Trend by Trendzilla

  August 9, 2007

• The Presets

  April 16, 2009

• Trendzilla

  Wayfaring the right way

  March 22, 2007

• PIERCING PROPOSITION

  July 28, 2005

• Trendzilla

  Alpha Beta Gamma Whatevers

  January 18, 2007

• Trendzilla

  Going mod. In a good way

  November 23, 2006

• Trendzilla

  April 6, 2006

• Piercing Proposition

  July 28, 2005

• Kinda Kurta

  Theres a little something new in beachwear this summerso youd better get it now

  May 19, 2005

• Last Minute Holiday Gift Ideas from the Folks at Grants for Guns:

  December 16, 2004

• Its, Its a Ballroom Blitz

  December 9, 2004

• Arm Candy

  November 18, 2004

• Muse It or Lose It

  December 11, 2003

• Scarlett Fever

  September 25, 2003

• Legally Blonde

  April 18, 2002

• French for Dummies

  December 6, 2001

• You Know How Some Guys Wear Their Sunglasses on the Back of Their Heads?

  April 26, 2001

• Golden Years

  December 4, 2008

• Sing Out, Louise!

  May 15, 2008

• Gettin' Made: Meet the OC Handmade Brigade!

  Have you noticed aside from events like Patchwork that there's a serious lack of indie crafting events in Orange County? What is it about the OC--are we too cool for school? Has the stigma of crafting as something your grandma would do not been purged yet? The OC Handmade Brigade is lookin' to help change that by hosting all sorts of crafty events all over Orange County, and getting the word out in general that crafting can be just as hip as the new Nissan Cube. Join us over this next week as w

  July 24, 2009

• Gettin' Made: Twist and Shout

  You know as well as I do that there is nothing bigger these days than being green, recycling, upcycling, and generally just saving our ecological butts. But did you know you can still look totally rockin' while doing it? Join us as we chat with Courtney Chesley of Twisted Handmade and the St. Louis Craft Mafia, learn how her friendship bracelet obsession of the 80s turned into the cutest upcycled accessories of today, and enter to win some free twisted goodies! Courtney spo

  August 18, 2009

• Gettin' Made: The Not So Endless Summer

  Folks, there's no denying it. The end of summer is upon us. Stop crying, we all knew it was gonna happen eventually--let's take a moment to savor the last few fleeting weeks with a look at some beachy Etsy selections that will help keep summer with you all year long. Botanical Shell drawing by Tamara Garvey​ I love the details in this seashell drawing, and how simple and classy it is. After the jump, she sells seashells (and indie crafts) by the seashore.

  August 26, 2009

• Gettin' Made: Contreras to Popular Belief...

  I'm really excited to share this indie artist and crafter with you; Melissa Contreras of Axelhoney is one of the reasons I got into the indie craft scene to begin with. We used to work together at t-shirt company Mighty Fine--while we we designed all kinds of licensed character tees during the day, I was always really impressed with everything she had going on with her own work on the side. We shared a table as the Lady Scouts at the holiday 2006 Felt Club and Bazaar Bizarre events in Los Angele

  August 31, 2009

• [Trendzilla] Friendship Is Back in Style

  October 1, 2009

• Gettin' Made: (Polished) Two's Company

  Tracy Owens Chasteen is a wife, music lover, thrifter, and a city girl who lives in beautiful downtown Austin, Texas--the Live Music Capital of the World. She's also the prolific crafter behind the successful Etsy shop Polished Two, a veritable smorgasbord of great earrings, bracelets and one of a kind necklaces. "Mum" pottery shard necklace by Tracy Owens Chasteen of Polished Two. No two pottery shard necklaces are alike, with some pieces coming from ancient and replica Ming Dynasty

  October 12, 2009

• Gettin' Made: Suck It

  There is no escaping it--between the new Twilight movie coming out soon, and True Blood (and now Vampire Diaries) on the boob tube, bloodsuckers are everywhere. Including this blog! There's definitely a fair share of "inspired by Twilight" crafts available on Etsy, but never fear--there's plenty of the Transylvania types for the rest of us, too. Lippy Fangs pillow by Krantzwerk   After the jump, more Etsy vampire finds that don't suck!​

  October 23, 2009

• Gettin' Made: Stop--Turkeytime!

  The big bowl of leftover Halloween candy is still sitting on your counter, yet there's Christmas decorations every which way you turn. Did we all forget about Thanksgiving?   Turkey fused art pendant by Jochris12​ Thank goodness for these fab turkey finds--after the jump, some more tasty selections from delicious Etsy crafters!

  November 11, 2009

• Gettin' Made: and Makin' Magic

  Mama's Magic Studio is the work of stay-at-home mom Jen Johnson from up north in San Jose. When she's not chasing after the little ones, she's crafting up a storm for her Etsy shop. Autumn Sunshine bracelet by Jen Johnson of Mama's Magic Studio​ I know it feels like far from autumn during the day lately, but I'm almost sure I saw some leaves that had turned this color falling from a tree in MIssion Viejo yesterday. After the jump, check out some more great pieces by this crafty mom.

  November 17, 2009