It is not light that we need, but fire; it is not the gentle shower, but thunder. We need the storm, the whirlwind, and the earthquake. Frederick Douglass
Um, Yes Please! KILLER shoes.

Um, Yes Please! KILLER shoes.

You already know I heart IVH, but these shoes take it to a whole other level… love them! Iris collaborated with United Nude to create these awesome “Fang” shoes. From UN: Models stepped out in “Fang” shoes with ten sharp teeth to each foot – the product of van Herpen’s...
1 pair of earrings destroys 500 assault rifles

1 pair of earrings destroys 500 assault rifles

Hello Monday. Today’s company goes to show you that with a little imagination and heart, dreadful can be transformed into beautiful. Fonderie47 was created by Peter Thum (of Starbucks Ethos water) and John Zapolski. Together with designers Roland Iten and Philip Cangri, they take confiscated AK-47 rifles from the Democratic...
Delicious Dreams

Delicious Dreams

I love things that look things they aren’t… case in point, these delicious (pun intended!) home furnishings from B Fiber and Craft. The waffle sheets are like a kid’s dream (ok fine, me as a kid’s dream) come true and I sort of need the baked potato chair in my...
Jewelry that POPS!

Jewelry that POPS!

I have to say, I’m not the biggest fan of this time of year. It’s not quite snow-on-the-ground winter, not quite warm enough to dress otherwise, and entire days can pass where I don’t see sunlight. With fun trips, boxing lessons (like actual boxing lessons) and a good winter soundtrack...
A DIY "look for less" LOVE!

A DIY “look for less” LOVE!

DIY hex nut wrap bracelet!
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Gettin' Twiggy With It (Buy + DIY)

Gettin’ Twiggy With It (Buy + DIY)

I am a big fan of unique silver bracelets… One of my favorites is a hand-made intertwining-vine bracelet I found at a vintage jewelry store. It’s breathtaking! It would look perfect with the crop of twig-inspired bangles that have been popping up at little shops on Etsy and in little boutiques on Charles Street and...
IVH

IVH

I have written about Iris van Herpen in the past because I just adore her cutting edge looks. Her latest collection was recently featured on TrendyGirl and you can download the lookbook from her site. I know, I know, completely unwearable unless you’re lady gaga… but a good way to start your week nonetheless. Think...
katastrophic

katastrophic

    Katastrophic designer Melissa Jenkins creates lovely handmade goodies from her home-studio in Austin, Texas.
DIY: Adorable

DIY: Adorable

Beautiful repurposed light bulbs from Pinterest
DIY: T-Shirt Scarf

DIY: T-Shirt Scarf

For those of you with sewing abilities… behold: The DIY T-shirt scarf. Alas, I am not stellar with a sewing machine (hence my thwarted dreams of becoming a fashion-designer). This is a gorgeous scarf though. I totally want one. Any volunteers? Found on Pinterest and via Put Up Your Dukes.
Five Emerging Accessory Designers to ♥

Five Emerging Accessory Designers to ♥

Shoes by Julia Kaldy   I couldn’t pick just one today, so here’s a roundup of some of my favorite/ “things that make you go hmmmmmm” accessories out there. Visit: Ena Macana, Niels Peeraer, Work of Mind, Julia Kald , tattoo socks and Not Just a Label for more!
Winter Warrior via I Love Fake

Winter Warrior via I Love Fake

This hat just made a hipster's head explode...
1 GARMENT IN 6 FABRICS = 22 LOOKS

1 GARMENT IN 6 FABRICS = 22 LOOKS

  Rad Hourani S/S 12 Collection #8 from models.com on Vimeo. I wrote about Rad Hourani back in April and love the looks and concept behind his SS12 collection. 1 garment + 6 fabrics = 22 looks. More on Models.com and facebook.
In a nutshell....

In a nutshell….

A conversation with a recent acquaintance reminded me of the power of the human mind. Okay, I know that sounds a wee bit dramatic, but the gist of the conversation was the mind’s unique ability to mold reality with thought. For instance, autumn is usually my least favorite time of the year (for a number...
Culty

Culty

Fashion156 gets Culty in it’s new fashion editorial…
Ones To Watch

Ones To Watch

I am late to the game posting this… but I was just admiring Vaux Hall’s “Ones to Watch”:  Alice Lee, Phoebe English, Shao Yen and Malene Oddershede Bach. Definitely worth sharing if you haven’t seen these talented emerging designers. I would write more… but after last night’s surreal experience on the North Shore I think...
Congrats!

Congrats!

Erika from Hyde Park, Yumi from Brookline, Katie from Dorchester , Samantha from Cambridge and Marie from Milton all win free Style Fixx VIP tickets. Thanks to the lovely ladies from StyleFixx for providing them to UrbanSocialite.com readers! Don’t miss out on your last chance to join SF in their 10 year event anniversary. Tickets...