Okay, fine, we’re in a state of money consciousness. We all know it, all feel it, but who’s to say that should stop us from having that special “MMMmmmm” that comes with a custom-made garment? Even the financially challenged deserve to feel famous every now and again, right? Well, for the man who loves a little extra TLC in his tailoring without the treacherous tab, we give you: www.mysuitny.com. You can build your very own custom suit from their website (fabric, lining, cut and all), and in two weeks feel like that extra special VIP we know you can be!
Posts Tagged: business wear
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Jan 10
The good, the bad and the golden
We got some OOohhh…
Seriously…two kids?
some Meh…
…and a slice of “Girl…….”
The dress is actually a “Meh”, but her face? Girl…
Oh, Mariah.
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Jan 10
How to: keep cashmere without losing your shirt
Tried to send your softest investments to the dry cleaner, only to be left with a dull and dowdy remnant of the luxury you once owned? As much as cashmere is a closet necessity, it is much too expensive these days to send off with the linens, especially when the chemicals involved actually decrease it’s life. The best way to clean cashmere? Settle yourselves, kids: Baby shampoo.
We know what your thinking – “SAY WHAT?!” – but ’tis true! Just place in a sink filled with cold water and a splash of baby shampoo, let soak for 3-5 minutes, rinse clean, squeeze gently (NO WRINGING!), then lay flat on a towel to dry. And the best part…besides having clean and refreshed cashmere that smells of baby shampoo…each washing costs just a coupla’ coins. What a designer dichotomy!
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Oct 09
killer color combo of the month (or two)
MMMmmm….kinda rich, isn’t it? And we’re loving the bright pink and green accents. As you can see by Madame below, it just begs to be layered with texture, and can you imagine it entangled in autumn hues? I mean, luscious.
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Sep 09
Polyvore – not a new synthetic blend
D’ja evah look at those collaged outfit articles in magazines and wish you had that in everyday life? Just a way to mix/match and create a cohesive outfit BEFORE you bought it (or bought it, took it home, tried it on, realized it didn’t go with ANYTHING in your close or was just ultimately wrong, then stuffed in in the back of your closet ’cause you know you’re too lazy to return it and hey, who knows, it might have some ingenious second life upon your death and reincarnation…for example.)? Well, look no further, ya’ll, brush up your outfit-making skills with POLYVORE. This site allows you to browse all kinds of clothing options to form a visual representation of your head-to-toe style. Plus, if you decide you love the look, you can purchase it right then and there (or if you’re financially challenged, you can find similar pieces elsewhere with the “real deal” as your inspiration and recreate it for less! YES!!), as well as post your set so that others may marvel at your mixology. www.polyvore.com – interactive media is SO fashionable!
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Aug 09
trilbies and toques and porkpies, oh my!
Let’s talk about hats, shall we? Gone are the days when head gear was not only in, but a requirement of any civilized person out in the light of day. Those without one to tilt or put a pin in just wasn’t worth their weight in…well…probably grains or livestock or something. Well, we at dirty sugar welcome the dapper look back! Presenting Ouelette Hats, honey!!! This chi-chi boutiquey for both men and women has two locations in Manhattan (one in Midtown and one in the Heights), and although our first reaction to an appointment-only place frequented by celebrities galore is a big fat “WELL, ‘SCEEEE-UUUUSE US!”, upon further investigation we say “OUI OUI!” and here’s why: every hat and head accessory is custom-made for your noggin. You select the season, style and textile, and one of their fabulously chic representatives measures you up (in the literal way) and takes care of the rest. The result? ENVY, BABY, ENVY!! People will think you’re a recent grad of charm school and wonder where to get some of the class you’re swinging around! Hat’s off to Ouellette’s for bringing back the civilized Jack and Jill!
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Jul 09
Ain't no shame ladies, do your thang…
If we hadn’t seen it for ourselves, we wouldn’t have believed it.
Yes, those are lucite stripper heels, complete with a tip jar within the platform toe. We’ll let you take it in for a minute. Yet, after getting over the audacity, one can’t help to admire the great use of space and added functionality. It’s actually quite smart, isn’t it? A little extra special Grade A tacky with a side of “ew”, but smart.
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Jul 09
STYLE: Moscot for your Geek Chic needs…
Uber geek chic spectacles are SO the rage right now. In fact, if you’re not being called “four-eyes” you’re being called “blah”. For those in search of a fantastic selection of throw-back styled frames, we highly recommend Sol Moscot. They’re cute, budget-friendly (they give a little discount if you don’t have vision coverage – holler!), and honestly, if they’re good enough for Jonny Depp and Meryl Streep, they’re certainly good enough for us!
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Jun 09
And the cra-cra award goes to:
We are perplexed and would like to pull you into our web of confusion, just so we’re not alone. RECORD SCRATCH,PLEASE:
Oh, Shauna Sand. Really? And strangely enough, our “What the…” has less to do with you looking like a bored armored whore (WITH IT’S NIPPLES SHOWING) and more with the fact that someone didn’t even think enough of you to move the ladder out of the shot. Was this picture taken during the day, because it would be a little outside of normal business hours (and you know what business we’re talking about). Oh, and you’re a MOM?! You don’t say. No, really, don’t say. Because the tear-streaked faces of your children will surely join the montage of images flooding our nightmares after seeing you in this…whatever you want to call it. At a SHOE STORE. And correct us if we’re wrong: that lone lucite heel on the floor is what you were in before trying on those lace-up platform-toed shoes with the chotchkied butterfly embellishments? Hm, we see.
One nice thing to say about this disaster of a fashion decision: at least she’s wearing some semblance of an undergarment.