These would look fun with an added red sole! Or does Louboutin think he has a color monopoly over tape dispenser shoes too? J/k ;-) See here.
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31 July 2011
30 July 2011
Petite Fashion Challenge #9 (My first)
While looking through similarly focused blogs I discovered Petite Fashion Challenges! Fast Food & Fast Fashion is the host of this particular challenge.
The challenge, "Heat Wave Appropriate," is
My outfit in motion
I notice that my skirt may actually benefit from being shortened further. I already had it hemmed 5+ inches from the original length. My tailor wanted to take it up more but I kind of like having different length options... Any suggestions?
The challenge, "Heat Wave Appropriate," is
"to create an outfit that accounts for the various environmental factors that plague us in the summer...[to show] how you dress when it's 90 degrees outside and 65 degrees inside."Here is my quick post:
To shorten this skirt or not? That is my question. :)
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| Top: Kohls reversible tank (option of high crew neck or this lower square neck) Skirt: Carolina Herrera (Similar here and here) Shoes: Christian Dior (See here) Bag: Classic Black Chanel flap w/ GHW Belt: Vintage Versace If it is cold in the office or I have to run to court I swap the belt for a necklace and throw on a blazer. This look would be really cute with a fun colored top. With the black on black, a necklace is needed to add some interest. |
Necklace: Betsy Johnson Necklace (Similar here
)
)My outfit in motion
Below is a photo taken the (hot) day I wore this outfit. Due to the humidity, my hair was a little como si dice frizzy?
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Below is my hair today:
Anthropologie Hair clip (See here)
I notice that my skirt may actually benefit from being shortened further. I already had it hemmed 5+ inches from the original length. My tailor wanted to take it up more but I kind of like having different length options... Any suggestions?
28 July 2011
Inspired v. Counterfeit
By now we are all too familiar with places like Forever21 being taken to court for their knock-offs inspired creations.
Well, today while walking past the jewelry counter at Target, I was inspired to write this post. Under the glass counter I saw Target's messy little display of Hermès-inspired bracelets.
Pictured above is an iPhone snapshot I took when I spotted Target's versions of Hermès's popular CDC cuff and double wrap leather bracelet.
I am aware that the Target bracelets have been around for a while--so this is not the timeliest of posts--but this is an ongoing issue in the fashion industry and one that continues to intrigue me. While I know Hermès had to be inspired by something which the designers at Target could possibly have been inspired by as well (--funny enough in this case that something being dog collars), the copy just does not sit well with me.
Please share any thoughts on why you think Hermès has not stepped in. Do you think the Target copies are unique enough? Target is not the only company making such shockingly similar (but not counterfeit level) copies of designers and while I will not link to those places here, those copies are even more similar.
Of course there are other situations (think Louboutin v. YSL) where I think designers get carried away with protecting their creations.
Do you think designers should have stronger IP rights? Should these rights be limited to trademark issues or do you think designers should have design copyrights?
I personally am crossing my fingers for more protective fashion rights à la Europe but I am not completely sold on the Innovative Design Protection and Privacy Prevention Act (IDPPPA), a bill sponsored by Schumer. I love the direction it would take and I would love to argue these type of issues in court but I think that the Act as is does not cover all my concerns.
For example, I love that in our system things are automatically copyrighted. While I would not want that to change I think that copyrights for designs should include a registration process. I also think that the registrations should be easy to find and free to search to prevent financial stress on small companies.
On a counterfeit note, I like that the U.S. Immigrations and Customs Enforcement (ICE) shuts down counterfeit fashion domains. Overnight Tech announced that ICE seized 16 such domains for selling counterfeit goods.
In all seriousness, how does someone land such a position with ICE?
Well, today while walking past the jewelry counter at Target, I was inspired to write this post. Under the glass counter I saw Target's messy little display of Hermès-inspired bracelets.
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| Target bracelets |
Pictured above is an iPhone snapshot I took when I spotted Target's versions of Hermès's popular CDC cuff and double wrap leather bracelet.
See the original designs by Hermès (cropped from online screenshots of the Hermès website) below.
I am aware that the Target bracelets have been around for a while--so this is not the timeliest of posts--but this is an ongoing issue in the fashion industry and one that continues to intrigue me. While I know Hermès had to be inspired by something which the designers at Target could possibly have been inspired by as well (--funny enough in this case that something being dog collars), the copy just does not sit well with me.
Please share any thoughts on why you think Hermès has not stepped in. Do you think the Target copies are unique enough? Target is not the only company making such shockingly similar (but not counterfeit level) copies of designers and while I will not link to those places here, those copies are even more similar.
Of course there are other situations (think Louboutin v. YSL) where I think designers get carried away with protecting their creations.
Do you think designers should have stronger IP rights? Should these rights be limited to trademark issues or do you think designers should have design copyrights?
I personally am crossing my fingers for more protective fashion rights à la Europe but I am not completely sold on the Innovative Design Protection and Privacy Prevention Act (IDPPPA), a bill sponsored by Schumer. I love the direction it would take and I would love to argue these type of issues in court but I think that the Act as is does not cover all my concerns.
For example, I love that in our system things are automatically copyrighted. While I would not want that to change I think that copyrights for designs should include a registration process. I also think that the registrations should be easy to find and free to search to prevent financial stress on small companies.
On a counterfeit note, I like that the U.S. Immigrations and Customs Enforcement (ICE) shuts down counterfeit fashion domains. Overnight Tech announced that ICE seized 16 such domains for selling counterfeit goods.
In all seriousness, how does someone land such a position with ICE?
26 July 2011
Sale Alert: 40% off Ann Taylor
(27 July 2011, Online only)
+ Free shipping on orders $150+
Rather than question the string of sales at Ann Taylor, I suggest you get in on these deals!
For my petite fit needs, Ann Taylor (Petites) is one of few places I can count on for well made pieces that can work for me without a trip to my tailor. From sheath dresses and comfortable sweaters to skinny belts and pretty shells, Ann Taylor is great for creating and accessorizing a professional wardrobe.
While I usually stick to Hermès for my scarf needs, I was impressed by the quality of Loft's Paradise Silk Scarf. Similarly, AT's Modern Snake Silk Scarf is 100% silk (sale price: $46.80). So, if you can work the print, go for it!
Did I miss a great item worth mentioning?
Are you taking part in this sale?
+ Free shipping on orders $150+
Rather than question the string of sales at Ann Taylor, I suggest you get in on these deals!
For my petite fit needs, Ann Taylor (Petites) is one of few places I can count on for well made pieces that can work for me without a trip to my tailor. From sheath dresses and comfortable sweaters to skinny belts and pretty shells, Ann Taylor is great for creating and accessorizing a professional wardrobe.
Great wardrobe basics in this sale:
While I usually stick to Hermès for my scarf needs, I was impressed by the quality of Loft's Paradise Silk Scarf. Similarly, AT's Modern Snake Silk Scarf is 100% silk (sale price: $46.80). So, if you can work the print, go for it!
Did I miss a great item worth mentioning?
Are you taking part in this sale?
Are we seeing too much red?
In April 2011, Christian Louboutin filed a lawsuit against fashion house Yves Saint Laurent for featuring a shoe designed with red outsoles in its Spring 2011 collection. Louboutin is seeking $1 million in damages, claiming the YSL shoe causes customer confusion and harm to Louboutin. Louboutin's claims against YSL are trademark infringement, trademark dilution, unfair competition, and false designation of origin.
Naturally, in response, YSL is questioning the validity of Louboutin's trademark. Additionally, YSL claims to have manufactured shoes with red outsoles since the 1970s--Louboutin only officially came into the shoe scene in 90s, obtaining a trademark for its soles in 2008.
Last Friday, 22 July 2011, Louboutin's lawyers asked Judge Marrero to issue a preliminary injunction to stop YSL from producing red soled shoes. Judge Marrero said he needed more time to decide so the verdict is still in the air.
Immediately thinking of how the red bottoms are not functional and have become widely recognized as a Louboutin shoe I thought the trademark would unlikely be successfully challenged by YSL. Also remembering that Louboutin was successfully taken to court for its blue-soled wedding shoes I thought Louboutin would be successful in his lawsuit.
I am now voting against Louboutin on this one simply because he was not the first to think of, produce, or sell shoes with red outsoles.
-Yet it is anyone's guess how this case will turn out.
I wonder what would happen if this case were to have been filed in Paris instead of Manhattan.
On the topic of Louboutins, the heels are gorgeous but for me they are all too often difficult to walk in for long periods. [Enter the Cate boots].
In the last two years, I have collected three pairs of this same boot--not because they mess up (that is what vibrams
are for) but because I want to have them forever!! These are the most comfortable shoes I have ever had.
While I would not suggest them for a business wardrobe I can assure you that the calf part is snug enough to wear under work pants (specifically Theory suiting and Express editor pants) without detection.
Naturally, in response, YSL is questioning the validity of Louboutin's trademark. Additionally, YSL claims to have manufactured shoes with red outsoles since the 1970s--Louboutin only officially came into the shoe scene in 90s, obtaining a trademark for its soles in 2008.
Last Friday, 22 July 2011, Louboutin's lawyers asked Judge Marrero to issue a preliminary injunction to stop YSL from producing red soled shoes. Judge Marrero said he needed more time to decide so the verdict is still in the air.
Immediately thinking of how the red bottoms are not functional and have become widely recognized as a Louboutin shoe I thought the trademark would unlikely be successfully challenged by YSL. Also remembering that Louboutin was successfully taken to court for its blue-soled wedding shoes I thought Louboutin would be successful in his lawsuit.
I am now voting against Louboutin on this one simply because he was not the first to think of, produce, or sell shoes with red outsoles.
-Yet it is anyone's guess how this case will turn out.
I wonder what would happen if this case were to have been filed in Paris instead of Manhattan.
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| Christian Louboutin Cate Boots (I promise this will be one of few iPhone pictures) |
In the last two years, I have collected three pairs of this same boot--not because they mess up (that is what vibrams
are for) but because I want to have them forever!! These are the most comfortable shoes I have ever had. While I would not suggest them for a business wardrobe I can assure you that the calf part is snug enough to wear under work pants (specifically Theory suiting and Express editor pants) without detection.
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