http://www.genartpulse.com/ Copyright 2008 Fri, 16 May 2008 16:22:38 -0500 http://www.movabletype.org/?v=3.33 http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss Adeline Cacheux, embodies this rock 'n roll chic in "Charles," her most recent collection of chains, earrings, rings and bracelets available in both sterling silver and vermeil. From sensual but simple long chains to more complicated knotted numbers to necklaces that playfully mix soft and hard metals, these accessories are the kind of thing you mindlessly toss on to instantly make yourself look pulled together—or bring an uptown ensemble back downtown where it belongs. If it's sparkle you're after, look to a silver bracelet that toys with textures or a chunky ring that gets its visual weight from a complicated mess of chains. For fashionistas with a more delicate sensibility, her head jewel provides some subtle hair bling in the classic manner of a Sabrina Fairchild—not van der Woodsen.

"I like the timeless aspect of a jewel so I try to design accessories that are specific and recognizable and can be worn night and day in many different ways with lots of different styles," Cacheux coos. "I like a jewel to be versatile." That's funny, so do we. Le magnifique!

For more information or to order online, please visit www.adelinecacheux.com

- Caroline Stanley
]]> http://www.genartpulse.com/archives/2008/05/adeline_cacheux_charles_collection.php http://www.genartpulse.com/archives/2008/05/adeline_cacheux_charles_collection.php Miami, adeline cacheux, Fri, 16 May 2008 16:22:38 -0500 The Muppet Show, I know he gets it, and doesn't think I'm nuts. "Definitely 'The Neverending Story,'" he says without missing a beat. "Although, in a way I feel like I already do live in it...it's a movie all about fighting against loss of imagination and recognizing the importance of return to a land of fantasy. That's kind of what I try to do everyday in my work." Why does he choose to do small drawings instead of going big with his creepy creatures? "I went to a liberal arts college in Ohio, and a professor there once told me that it doesn't matter what size your art is," Furie explains. "A piece that's the size of a ring can have just as much of an impact as a mural. I used to only do three by three inch drawings using markers or colored pencils, but now I also draw stuff that's eight by ten and eleven by fourteen. I try not to get too caught up in the details, but it's a delicate balance. When I was in school I'd always rush on leaves on trees or fur on animals, and it turns out that there are no shortcuts."

Forget about the fur. I had to ask, what's the deal with all those Ray Ban-rocking animals in his work? "When I was little, I would alway put sunglasses and a backwards hat on my dog and take pictures of him—he was this awesome mutt named Duffy. There's just something hilarious about an animal wearing sunglasses." Oddly enough, after checking out his work and spending half an hour on the phone with this pop culture prince, I have to agree.

The opening reception for "Killing Time" will be held this Saturday from 6:30 to 10 p.m. at Giant Robot, 2062 Sawtelle Boulevard, (310) 445-9276.

- Caroline Stanley
]]> http://www.genartpulse.com/archives/2008/05/matt_furie_killing_time_giant_robot.php http://www.genartpulse.com/archives/2008/05/matt_furie_killing_time_giant_robot.php Los_Angeles, matt furie, killing time, giant robot Thu, 15 May 2008 11:51:45 -0500
Which brings me to his exciting debut collections for Fall 2008 (see them in his animated short, "The Sewing Machine"), which are meant to invoke a caricature of a macho masculine ideal. Aside from his carefully-crafted jeans and pants, standouts for fellas include Randolph's rugged Green Wool Felt Jacket and the lumberjack chic Red Plaid Hunter Jacket. For the girls, I've got my eye on his eye catching Mustard Pea Coat and the toss 'n go Navy Banded Dress—both sporty pieces also happen to be on sale, so lucky for me, I won't have to choose. "I would say my ideal customer is someone who approaches fashion from an artistic and easygoing viewpoint," he explains. "Ideally, my clothes should express my customer's personality without overshadowing it."

For more information please visit www.stewartrandolph.com.

- Caroline Stanley
]]> http://www.genartpulse.com/archives/2008/05/stewart_randolph_fall_2008.php http://www.genartpulse.com/archives/2008/05/stewart_randolph_fall_2008.php Chicago, stewart randolph, gen art styles Thu, 15 May 2008 10:09:15 -0500 The pop culture powers-that-be have always stoked the rivalry between blonde and brunette: think Kelly and Brenda, Zach and Slater, Blair and Serena. But Gen Art Styles 2008 accessories nominee Bionda Castana, which translates from Italian to "blonde" and "brunette", has proven that these two opposites can come together to create a pretty fabulous pair.
After a brief shoe making tutorial in Milan, Bionda Castana was born, dripping with Italy's signature glamor, handcrafted spirit and reverence of luxury. Each pair emits a distinctly Old Hollywood nostalgia, from the Swarovski crystal clusters gracing a peep-toe to the nosebleed-inducing four-inch heels that come as a standard (a three-inch version has recently been introduced for the acrophobic). These are shoes for the uptown socialite who harbors downtown club kid fantasies, blending delicately sculptural design with bold pops of color, sumptuous silks and exotic skins—all of which can be customized to suit a buyer's tastes.

"We try to combine both red carpet and daytime styles that will look right with any outfit," says Barbieri. "Our inspirations are endless—anything from Alexander McQueen to the way a door handle or key ring is shaped."

If Blair and Serena decided to ditch the Upper East Side drama, drop the boys and find new ones with dreamy accents and Vespas, they'd look a lot more legit doing it in a pair of Bionda Castanas—we're addicted already.

For more information please visit www.biondacastana.com.

- Erin Magner
]]> http://www.genartpulse.com/archives/2008/05/bionda_castana_milano_styles_2008.php http://www.genartpulse.com/archives/2008/05/bionda_castana_milano_styles_2008.php National, Natalia Barbieri and Jennifer Portman, bionda castana Mon, 12 May 2008 17:18:06 -0500
For a breezy afternoon on Lake Michigan, slip into their Vile Body striped romper and you're sure to float someone's boat. The more office appropriate Puberty Blues Jumper (I know. The name made me laugh, too.) is the perfect piece to throw on over a basic cotton tee; the definition of easy summer dressing. Got a hot date? Reach for the Two's Company Dress or the Wet'n'Wild Mini and you'll ensure that you'll be doing a well-dressed walk of shame in the morning.

And in our book, there's nothing funnier than that...

ANT!PODiUM is available at Kaveri at 1211 West Webster Avenue, (773) 296-2141.

- Caroline Stanley
]]> http://www.genartpulse.com/archives/2008/05/antpodium_spring_2008.php http://www.genartpulse.com/archives/2008/05/antpodium_spring_2008.php Chicago, antipodium, Mon, 12 May 2008 15:27:32 -0500 With a proper sounding name like Julianna Bass, you'd expect nothing less than buttoned up, ladies-who-lunch-only frocks from this emerging eveningwear designer. But you'd be completely wrong. While her eye-catching dresses do have a little old school flare, extremely modern silhouettes and a love of all things scene stealing and dramatic ensure that this former Tennessee gal's pieces are more crab salad at Boulevard than lobster at the Ritz. Fancy, for sure, lucky for us much more playful than pretentious. "Eveningwear is about attitude," she explains. "A humble nature with a raw edge inspires me every time." Styles 2008 in New York. The show stopping "Samantha" is a daring black number that dips suggestively low in the rear—offset by an over-sized bow to keep things perfectly ladylike, natch. Speaking of ladylike, you'll look positively demure when you don the flouncy "Peggy," a full-skirted vintage-inspired number that's toughened up thanks to the addition of a chunky jeweled applique at the chest. If you're aiming for a look that's decidedly downtown, the names "Ruth" or "Breanne" should be on the tip of your tongue. One is an avant garde take on a classic LBD; the other, a flirty empire-waisted bubble dress in a rich jacquard.

With the summer season upon us, and a slew of invites to weddings, gala events and swanky cocktail parties hijacking your calender, the least you can do to maintain your sanity is take that whole "what to wear" problem out of the equation. And for that, my pets, there's only one name you really need in your little BlackBerry: Julianna Bass.

For more information please visit www.juliannabass.com.

- Caroline Stanley
]]> http://www.genartpulse.com/archives/2008/05/high_falutin_so.php http://www.genartpulse.com/archives/2008/05/high_falutin_so.php San_Francisco, julianna bass Mon, 12 May 2008 12:35:04 -0500 A beautiful thing happened the day Melanie Willhide moved in next to Betsey Kenyon, and we would like to personally thank the jewelry gods for the divine accessories intervention that occurred. In an area bursting with roughly 17 million people, a neighbors-turned-besties relationship can be next to impossible, but these SoCal style mavens soon realized their connection was deeper than proximity. And so with equally artistic backgrounds and similar creative aspirations, they established L.B. Valentine, a unique new line of ultra-glam lockets.
The ladies craft all lockets by hand using materials like rose gold, yellow gold, and sterling silver, with accents of sapphires, rubies, and amethysts among other stones. They're even expanding their line to include both cuff link lockets and pocket lockets for extra photo-toting options. While they could have stopped with functional and trendy, Willhide and Kenyon added the kicker—affectionate meanings associated with different styles. The eight variations include "Sweetie Pie," "Forget Me Knot," and "My Dearest," all of which can't help but pull a few heartstrings.

And for the fashionista looking for something a little more quirky than your typical trinket—you'll heart a saucy squirrel that shoots "Love" out its ruby eye. Freaking adorable.

L.B. Valentine is available at Roseark, 8533 Sunset Boulevard, (310) 659-8857.

- Susan Waits
]]> http://www.genartpulse.com/archives/2008/05/lb_valentine_roseark.php http://www.genartpulse.com/archives/2008/05/lb_valentine_roseark.php Los_Angeles, L.B. Valentine, Mon, 12 May 2008 10:54:08 -0500
Sure, standing in line outside of a club is never fun, but take it from me—you'll have much better odds of slipping past the gatekeeper at your favorite hip haunt of the moment if you're wearing one of these flattering designs...or at least look a lot cooler while doing it!

For more information please visit www.lifewithbird.com.

- Caroline Stanley
]]> http://www.genartpulse.com/archives/2008/05/life_with_bird_spring_2008.php http://www.genartpulse.com/archives/2008/05/life_with_bird_spring_2008.php Miami, lifewithbird, bridget mccall Mon, 12 May 2008 10:17:04 -0500 Growing up, Tiffany Tuttle spent her days perfecting her arabesques, pirouettes, and plies at the Nevada Ballet Theatre in Las Vegas, dancing several grueling hours at a time. Though ballet was her central focus, her heartstrings were pulling her in other directions and eventually led her to Princeton, where she graduated with a degree in European History. It was there that she caught the fashion bug: after studying fashion design at F.I.T., she trained under Givenchy and Rebecca Taylor. Realizing shoe design was her true calling, she moved to Milan to study the craft full-time at Ars Sutoria.
But Tuttle's classical ballet background remained a constant throughout. Always fascinated by the lines of the foot, the arches of the heel; the former ballerina channeled her knack for the art of dance into the art of the shoe. LD Tuttle was launched in 2005 with her husband Richard Lipinsky, who co-designs the collection, out of their Los Angeles stomping grounds. But each season, the duo flies back and forth from their home to northern Italy where the shoes are meticulously made. With an eye (er, four eyes) for edginess, but also a commitment to wearability, Team LD Tuttle turns out shoes that are architectural, structured, and strong, but still feminine.

Sexy cut-out detailing dominates the impeccable spring collection. If long, strong ballerina legs are what you're after, "The Ringleader," with its 4 and a half inch stacked heel, will deliver. Black patent leather webs decorate "The Exhibitionist Cage Sandal," a provocative pair that's polished and en pointe. "The Suit", a smart pair of lace-up, open-toed oxfords, will please the high-minded, while "The Pacifist," a flatter version, is perfect for a ballerina off-duty—easily the best casual sandal we've seen all spring.

And Tuttle's upcoming fall collection is equally swoon-inducing: don't miss it at our Styles 2008 Fashion & Awards Show!

For more information please visit www.ldtuttle.com.

-Kristi Garced
]]> http://www.genartpulse.com/archives/2008/05/ld_tuttle_gen_art_styles_2008.php http://www.genartpulse.com/archives/2008/05/ld_tuttle_gen_art_styles_2008.php New_York, ld tuttle, gen art styles 2008 Mon, 12 May 2008 09:20:36 -0500 Thank Taavo Somer.) "With menswear," he explains, "it's hard to reinvent the wheel and try to get men to buy those far out pieces." While still appealing to the everyday businessman, Yoo's traditional silhouettes get a modern update with the addition of subtle, edgy details like leather piping, convertible cuffs and slimming darts. These little touches make his collection appropriate for both work and play, while also appealing to a broader market: "It's not too stuffy where the Brooklyn kids can't wear it."

And because I saw them up close at Oak's recently opened showroom, I can testify: Cashmere-wool blended cardigan sweaters are so buttery soft, you won't be able to stop touching your handsome devil of a boyfriend. Although, at such accessible price points, it wouldn't hurt to buy one for yourself, too...but then, would you expect anything less from the man who sucked milk from a goat's teat on national TV?

For more information visit www.hydenyoo.com; see his pieces in person later this month at our Styles 2008 Fashion & Awards Show!

- Kristi Garced
]]> http://www.genartpulse.com/archives/2008/05/hyden_yoo_spring_2008.php http://www.genartpulse.com/archives/2008/05/hyden_yoo_spring_2008.php National, oak, hyden yoo Thu, 08 May 2008 15:47:12 -0500 Mustafa Maluka, an artist originally from Cape Town, who currently works and lives in Berlin. His four oversized portraits of anonymous "invented heroes" feature subjects assembled from contemporary fashion magazines and remembered Western pop culture references from his youth in Cape Flats, an apartheid-designated area of Cape Town. Flow's literature notes the paintings' suggestion of passport photographs, but I think their assorted origins and vibrant, colorist tendencies make them seem more like gigantic postage stamps. Rather than indicating any specific homeland, these stylized pictures are tickets to anywhere.

Including the top of the Billboard charts, apparently. Expressive titles like "The room is spinning and I can't breathe" and "They pray for my downfall," reference song lyrics; Maluka is also a DJ and co-founder of the site africanhiphop.com. Though his subjects may be invented and nameless, the icon-like stature he grants them on canvas is a sure nod to the status we confer on globally-popular musicians. If it's a fresh perspective you seek—or even just a reality check—Maluka's grand portraits are as border-crossing and diversely informed as anything you'll find without leaving the city!

Studio Museum Harlem is located at 144 West 125th Street; "Flow" is up now through June 29th.

- Susannah Edelbaum
]]> http://www.genartpulse.com/archives/2008/05/flow_studio_museum_harlem.php http://www.genartpulse.com/archives/2008/05/flow_studio_museum_harlem.php New_York, flow, mustafa maluka, Thu, 08 May 2008 15:45:02 -0500 Almafi Tie Halter is a saucy suit that looks like it was snatched straight off the beaches of Capri; for something a little more "Gidget Goes Hawaiian", the Posie V-Neck One Piece offers a good deal more coverage in a rich cobalt hue that really pops. For a suit that's the perfect mix of sultry siren and girlie girl, the retro-inspired Black Bandeau With Frills is sure to hit the right notes—and make the handsome heads spin on Ocean Drive.

Anna & Boy is planning to show at Miami Swim Fashion Week this July, but you don't need to wait until then to score some of these red hot swimmies; snatch up one of their pedigreed pieces now and keep your eyes on this emerging design duo...methinks they're destined to take over a beach blanket near you!

For more information please visit www.annaandboy.com.

- Caroline Stanley
]]> http://www.genartpulse.com/archives/2008/05/anna__boy_2008.php http://www.genartpulse.com/archives/2008/05/anna__boy_2008.php Miami, anna & boy Thu, 08 May 2008 14:02:57 -0500 With two of the nation's big time indie music festivals coming your way later this summer, it's smart to be prepared. School yourself now on some of the hottest bands of the moment with our live music guide; you need to be ready to defend yourself when the holier than thou hipsters invade our fair city come July! 1. Friday night, lust after Marc Jacobs muse and our favorite daughter of a Sri Lankan rebel when she drops mad beats at Aragon Ballroom.
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2. Clap along with these slick Brooklyn underground poppers when they play Empty Bottle with VHS or Beta on Saturday night.
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3. Embrace lazy Sunday at Hideout with lo-fi acoustic sounds from Jim Becker, who's one fourth of one of our favorite local rock collective.
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4. Got a case of the Mondays? Catch this show at Schubas featuring Sweden's El Perro Del Mar and her Debbie Harry-esque compatriot.
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5. If you're in the mood for a life changing light show, get thee to The Mansion on Tuesday for a set by this buzzed about English dance group.
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6. Fresh off a tour with Minus the Bear, this female-fronted psych rock trio will melt your face man—a great way to get through Hump Day.
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7. Wrap up your week at Schubas with a helping of bittersweet indie pop served up by this cute as can be one-man band from NZ.
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- Caroline Stanley
]]> http://www.genartpulse.com/archives/2008/05/chicago_live_music_guide_may8-15.php http://www.genartpulse.com/archives/2008/05/chicago_live_music_guide_may8-15.php Chicago, tigercity, vhs or beta, m.i.a., jim becker, califone, el perro del mar, lykke li, does it offend you, yeah? Thu, 08 May 2008 10:12:59 -0500
A jewelry collection that hints at the elegance of days of yore—perhaps we can see the evidence of Hibino's rarefied childhood in these pretty pieces after all!

Saya Hibino is available at Riley James, 3027 Fillmore Street, (415) 775-7956.

- Caroline Stanley
]]> http://www.genartpulse.com/archives/2008/05/saya_hibino_styles_2008.php http://www.genartpulse.com/archives/2008/05/saya_hibino_styles_2008.php San_Francisco, saya hibino Thu, 08 May 2008 09:58:59 -0500
With the current economy crisis, a practical fashion maven has got to make cuts everywhere she can. Who wants to spend their hard-earned bones traveling the world when you can have a visual "best-of" right on your fingertips? No one needs to know a pretty bauble is the closest you've ever come to the Kremlin.

Matina Amanita is available at Milk, 8209 West Third Street, (323) 951-0330.

- Caroline Stanley
]]> http://www.genartpulse.com/archives/2008/05/matina_sujhahuta_globetrotters.php http://www.genartpulse.com/archives/2008/05/matina_sujhahuta_globetrotters.php Los_Angeles, sretsis, matina sujhahuta Thu, 08 May 2008 09:19:59 -0500