Yellow or Not Yellow? That is the Question.

OK, I'm really excited. Yellow will make a huge splash as stores unveil all pieces: in mustard, electric, shiny and super sheer. The "It" color for this spring. I say, Be Bold! Be Brave! Be Fierce!

Being the great fashion risk-taker that I am, I will embark on a journey to create the ultimate piece. (Yes I said create!) I believe that there is nothing more fulfilling than being able to make-up your own wardrobe. A winter trip to my local G Street Fabrics surprised me with its selection of summery silks, especially a fabulous bolt of yellow stretch silk. I instantly envisioned a silk blouse and contrasting deep navy pussybow a la the Marc Jacob's Christine top on Shopbop.com.

Queen N. Riot Re-Design:

But does this color work? You cannot just throw on a pair of yellow denim jeans or car coat and hope you won't be mistaken for a traffic cone. I believe you must own this color and in turn you will be rewarded with instant chic.

Bon Courage!

Presidential Makeover

While I await the results for tonight's primaries, I can't help but relate to the masses of Dems who find themselves in limbo. Do I vote for change or do I vote for....? Well, I don't know what Hillary's slogan is nowadays. It seems her driving ambition is to discredit whatever her opponents have to say, thus leaving us with the image of a classic politician, a mannequin in a washed-out suit, with stiff hair and that god**** "thumb." You know what I'm talking about, oh Edwards did it so well. Well, I am completely undecided...maybe this is because both candidates fail to project a personality that I can relate to. Its not what they say, but how they present themselves, off the stage, away from the crowds and bright lights....

Well as you can see, I am no longer "modelstalker," I have changed my name to something I felt better reflected my personality. In my haste (to leave work), I decided to makeover the Democratic candidates, feeling that they might better connect to the lost sheep of their party...dressed in Emanuel Ungaro and Diane Von Furstenberg. Enjoy!

(Please note, these were done IN A HURRY. A HURRY!!)

Before: Brooks Brothers? After: Whimsical GQ Man.

(after Jacket & Scarf: Ungaro, Shirt: A. McQueen, Pants: Costume National Homme)

Before: Dress Barn? After: Fresh & flirty, and in charge!

(after: Jacket, Cynthia Rowley. Shirt, Vest and Pants, Diane Von Furstenberg.)

Substance over Style

Hi! Welcome to Washington D.C., the most under-whelming city in the world.

I am often surprised when I meet people who have moved here from the outer reaches of Middle America because they consider D.C. to be the "Big City." Me, being the international girl that I am (this is an exaggeration), however, find this to be one of the least desirable places to live (to the disappointment of those closest to me.) But lately, I am starting to believe that what this place is lacking in style, it is starting to make up for in style substance!

I am still "high"from my meeting at the fabulous Park on 14th with the DC Fashionistas. All of the people I met seemed to be genuinely interested in upgrading D.C's image as the suit-stockings-and-sneakers capital. I was most excited to hear that Fashion Fights Poverty, one of DC's largest fundraising events will be happening soon. And by "happening soon", I am referring to the Meetup.com Fashionista message board which has posted a model call for February 23rd. Ladies, pull out your stilletos!! While "cattle calls" aren't normally my thing, I may note this one down on my calendar. There is nothing chic-er than socially-conscious fashion. Meanwhile, please check out the website for upcoming information on the event!

(Deep)SleepWalkers

"Art is dead. Genuine creativity is dead. Authenticity is dead. We are all dead."

-modelstalker

Pardon my depressed state of mind...while I am stuck here in an empty office during the only 60 degree day we may see this month, I find myself questioning the future (death) of artistic expression. I know I am not the first to comment, but the recent Fall 08/09 Shows during London's Fashion week (which I anticipated to be a breath of fresh air) felt like an official funeral, complete with anorexic mourners who wore the vestiges of designers whose inspiration died years ago. One phrase came to mind: dead as a doornail.

Photo: SolarPix/PR Photos

OK, I'll be kind and acknowledge one collection that was like a lazy morning breeze....CSM Grad Christopher Kane brought a tamer lot of his sometimes over-embellished dresses that featured large paillettes (heart!) under floaty nude chiffon. Who can deny chiffon and paillettes?

Photos: Marcio Madeira

Reality show DEJA-VUs

If there is any one reason why being on a reality show should be encouraged, it is the possibility of being a DEJA-VU. Just ask the ladies from Cycle 9 ANTM, especially the "freshly-shaven" Bianca who graced her first major catwalk in designer Chris March's finale for Project Runway!











This must be the beginning of a high-fashion career for the girl who bravely gave up her locks during Top Model makeovers. And shall we give credit to Tyra Banks for actually providing a Top Model alumni with a Fashion Week appearance? Why is this the first time, though, that we see any Banks-Klum partnership, the supposed "best friends"?











Also....Dani! Jaslene! and, um, Bears! OH MY!!







Photos:Imaxtree

WELCOME TO THE JUNGLE

Bienvenue!!!!

WAIT! No, this blog is (sort of) not about me stalking models! I do not own a camera, and I couldn't care any less about where supermodels go to get their underarms waxed. BUT this is a forum for all people obsessed with fashion-themed reality shows, various model successes and catastrophes---also the latest news on all our favorite (and not so favorite) fixtures of the fabulous jungle that is FASHION!!