Happy 4th of July!

by Caroline on July 3, 2009

I stole this from fashionista.com, because theyre amazing.

I stole this from fashionista.com, because they're amazing. And because I wanted to wish you a happy fourth of July as fashionably as possible. And I haven't been able to do any scouting since June. And this is a long arse caption... :)

Miladies and gents,

I have just recently returned from an incredible, month-long summer vacay that consisted of flying to Taiwan, then Japan, then Taiwan, then Korea, then back to Taiwan. Love all three locations. You must visit them all. Must! They are all fantabulous! I’m back in the U.S. now, of course. Awww, yes I am almost over my jet-lag already, so thoughtful of you to ask :).

Extreme thanks to Candice, Juan, Annick, and Grace–they’ve done an incredible job with SS while I’ve been MIA.

So since I’ve come back, I’ve decided to do some serious overdue updates on the site. Isn’t it BEAUTIFUL now? I fixed the header, added a nice background, stuck some featured links to the right, created a “Press” page, scattered fun G-Ads throughout………………………………

Whew. Those few changes literally took 12 hours. No joke. 9:30 am – 9:30 pm. BUT…ISN’T IT BEAUTIFUL??!??! (I know, I already asked that. Seriously though, let me know your thoughts in the comments). That’s what happens when a fashionista attempts web design. But hey, I still did it all, right? I’m actually not-so-secretly super proud of myself right now. *grins*

The weekend will be dedicated to watching fireworks and making more riveting changes to the site. So keep checking in when you’re not busy trying to hit the “FREEE” in “The Star Spangled Banner.” Cool? Cool.

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NYU SPOTTED: Pretty in Prints

by Grace Min on June 29, 2009

Andrea near Astor Place

Andrea on Astor Pl and Lafayette

Dress: Benetton, $32
Shoes: DSW, $105
Earrings: from Colombia
Necklace: Gift
Bag: Boots N’ Bags (Colombia), $60

Describing her style: Eclectic
Favorite store: Club Monaco
Where are you going? The library
Where are you from? Colombia
School, Year, Major: NYU Dental School, Graduated in May, Orthodontics

Why we spotted her: There’s nothing better than finding a great print that doesn’t explode with intensity or lack excitement, but instead, meets your perfect medium in a delightful mix of color and unique patterns. We spotted Andrea on Astor place looking gorgeous in her simple flowing empire waisted dress that successfully combined an unlikely mix, purple and yellow, to look rather ravishing. The texture, the color, the print and the gossamer flow of it all, looks like a perfect ten to us.

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NYU SPOTTED: Splurge and Skimp

by AnnickJune 26, 2009

Jacket: Vince, $600
Shirt: J.Crew, $30
Skirt: American Apparel, $45
Sandals: Sam Edelman, $50
Earrings: Top Shop, $18
Necklace: Great Stuff (Westchester, NY), $80
Purse: Chanel, $1500
Describing her style: Urban feminine
Favorite store: Top Shop and Zara (for affordable stuff) and Barney’s CO-OP (for splurges)
Where are you going? To meet someone
Where are you from? Born in Australia, studied in the States, but [...]

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NYU SPOTTED: Fabulous Finds

by Grace MinJune 22, 2009

Sunglasses: Burlington Coat Factory, $10
Earrings: Forever 21, $3
Scarf: Forever 21, $6
Blazer: Christian Dior Jeune Homme (Vintage), $35
Shirt: Urban Outfitters, $10
Shorts: $15
Boots: Mom’s from the 1970’s
Bag: Australia, Gift
Describing her style: What I feel like wearing that day.
Favorite store: Top Shop
Where are you going? To take a placement exam
Where are you from? Atlanta
School, Year, Major: CAS, Freshman [...]

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NYU SPOTTED: Gossip Boy

by AnnickJune 19, 2009

Sunglasses: Urban Outfitters, $18
Jacket: Vintage, $110
Shirt: Band of Outsiders, $99
T- Shirt: Hanes, $4
Shorts: Nice Collective Swimsuit, $110
Shoes: Converse, $60
Describing his style: “Retro school boy”
Favorite store: Barney’s CO-OP, Neiman Marcus
Where are you on your way to? To take a placement exam
Where are you from? Atlanta
School, Year, Major: CAS, Freshman (Orientation), Undecided
Why we spotted him: While strolling [...]

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NYU SPOTTED: A Mona Lisa Smile

by AnnickJune 18, 2009

Sweater: H&M, 30 euro
Dress Shirt: APC, $130
Shorts: APC, $150
Tights: American Apparel, $18
Shoes: We Who See – Urban Outfitters, $35
Bracelet: Calcutta, India, $20 each
Tote: Dean & Deluca, $15
Describing her style: Twin Peaks via Paris (Twin Peaks is a show from 1992)
Favorite Store: Number 6
Where are you going? Momofuku
Where are you from? Old Brookeville, Long Island
Summer plans? [...]

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REPEAT NYU SPOTTED: Fierce in Faux Fur

by Grace MinJune 11, 2009

Coat: As Know As (Hong Kong), $25
Shirt: A. Ok (from Oak), $35
Shorts: American Apparel, $20
Leggings: Topshop, $25
Shoes: Repetto – Creatures of Comfort, $120
Bag: Muji, $1
Describing her style: “Night cactus and carnivore”
Favorite store: Initial in Hong Kong, and Creatures of Comfort (online)
Where are you on your way to? To get cookies from Momofuku
Where are you from? [...]

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Boston Conservatory SPOTTED: Leather and Loafers

by Grace MinJune 9, 2009

Glasses: Vintage from Pasadena, CA, $90
Jacket: Vintage store on 1st Avenue btwn 13th and 14th Street, $85
Belt: From Texas, Belt – $10 and Buckle – $20
Jeans: Levi’s, $50
Shoes: From Soho (on Broadway below Houston), $80
Bag: Urban Outfitters, $40
Fanny pack: Uncle Sam’s Army Navy Shop, $15
Describing his style: Playful and boyish
Favorite store: Peekaboo (on 14th Street [...]

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NYU SPOTTED: Quintessential Fashionista

by Grace MinJune 8, 2009

Scarf: Betsey Johnson, Gift
Jacket: H&M, $30
Dress: Gap, $60
Tights: Uniqlo, $5
Flats: Bass, Present from Mom
Bag: Kathy Von Zeeland, $100
Describing her style: All over the place, 40s pin-ups to gothic, eccentric. Today’s style was put-together to meet someone.
Favorite store: Thrifter, Buffalo Exchange, Beacon’s Closet
Where are you on your way to?: Chillin’, get Sushi, going back to Brooklyn
Where [...]

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NYU SPOTTED: Olive and Black

by CarolineJune 5, 2009

Jacket: Haute Hippie – ShopBop, $800
Dress: BCBG, $100
Leggings: Forever 21, $10
Boots: Marc Jacobs, $150
Bracelet: Chan Luu, Present from Mom
Bag: BCBG, $150
Describing her style: Urban, Bohemian, Kate Moss is her fashion idol
Favorite store: Oak (Bond Street)
Where are you on your way to? Checking out the newly renovated Washington Square Park!
Where are you from? Denver, Colorado
Summer plans: [...]

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