Fashion Quest

For the past few months (well nearly a year) I have had many transitions in my life that are getting me closer and closer to my dream job as a fashion editor/Stylist. So for all of you out there who havnt given up on EA here's a quick list of what I've been up to:
*moved to Brooklyn (loving it)
*interned @ WWD (amazing)
*interned @ Refinery29
*made some major freelance moves
*exploring this crazy new place I now call home

I've had a technical malfunction with my mac (aka got robbed) and will soon be replacing it, once that happens, get ready for a new and improved EA.

Xxo
J

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Mag Madness!

There is a very slim chance that I will ever look at a photo of Agyness Deyn and not be intrigued by it. So imagine the Huge smile upon my face ( Similar to the Sample Sale smile) when I discovered ( fashionably late ) that there are SIX different I-D Magazine covers by several different photographers of Ms. Deyn hitting the stands for the tres magnifique month of May. This is brilliant and I'm super excited to pick up an issue..... or two : )

Xxo


Photo : Popsugar

The Zone : The Sounds

Maja Ivarsson

Modern Day Debbie HarryLead Singer Of The Sounds

"Sweden's biggest and ballsiest musical export"
- Out Magazine

S.T.Y.L.E. S.T.A.R.

Sundays Best....or NOT

I love love love to dress up and throw together crazy yet stylish outfits through out the week. However, there are some days where I'm totally not feeling myself due to headaches, PMS, or just a mean hang over (like today! ), on those days I find it super hard to pull of my usual careless /uber sassy style with out looking like I've been on a crazy party binge with Steve-o for two weeks straight.





Thus brings me to a life saver item : The racer back tank or "wife beater" (not too fond of the term) or what ever you may call it. A nice crisp t -shirt will do the trick as well. Everyone has their own certain style and type of tank or tee that looks best on them. I like to throw one on with an over sized sweater nice jeans and call it a day.

Insperation

The Zone : Leigh Lezark

Leigh Lezark

NYC

MisShapes DJ

Fashion Muse

With classic style and an ice cold glare that could freeze over hell, Leigh Lezark is with a doubt a great contribution to both worlds of music and fashion.

The Lohan SIsters....haha that sounds funny!

I don't know if its a good thing that Li Lo is trotting around town with her 14 year old ( looks about 20 something) sissy. I guess its better then her running wild with friends her own age! We all know how that usually ends up.

I have to say I am slightly disappointed on LL's Wardrobe lately. The last couple of weeks she has been going with the all black look ( which is fine) I love black like the next fashionista, but she has got to get a little more creative.

As to her 14 year old sister. WOW, I'm really not sure what to think about her! she's definitely gorgi thats for sure. Lets just cross our fingers she won't head down the wrong road like Li Lo or end up preggers like her pal Jamie lynn Spears!

<---------------- Lindsey and Ali both at the age of 13!
Hmmmmmm It must be something in the water.

Till we meet again....

There are many ways to ween one self of of a particular addiction. One way is to go cold turkey ( which takes massive amounts of discipline and strength), another recommended way is to slowly remove the addiction from your life! With that said, I now would like to assist you (as well as myself) in taking a cut back in how much SEQUENCE is lurking around your wardrobe! Don't get me wrong, i am not saying that this trend is totally OUT. What i am saying is that it is with out a doubt on its way! Don't be the last woman/man standing in the sequence sparkle club!

Unless it is some sort of subtle accessories or some type of head wear or your a Spice girl, Try to cut back just a little. Everyone loves glitter and sparkle but unless you are going to be an opening act on Broadway or have your own showcase in Vegas Pack it up . Don't get rid of it just pack it away, like most trends this one will for sure be back indeed.

Xxo

J.

Photo: Spice Girls

The Bright Stuff!

In the spirit of New York Fashion Week arriving in a few short weeks, I have been really absorbing all the new ads for Spring/Summer 08' which is always exciting new eye candy for me. The one trend that is going to be very popular next season is NEON & BRIGHT HUES. A huge smile comes across my face as I slowly watch retail stores filter in more and more of the bold and vibrant colors of next season. Whenever I wear or see people wearing Brights I automatically think back to my Punky Brewster days. I could not get enough of neon laces on my high top LA gears when I was younger, or bright spandex shorts to match almost ever shirt in my closet... If you can't tell by know we are all SUPER EXCITED!

Xxo
J.

Photo: Chris Benz

Welcome back!

Happy 2008 everyone! We would like to apologize for our absence over the past few weeks. We kind of took the whole Holiday break thing to a new level, but were back now and we have TONS of fun topics to discuss.

On a daily basis I read various publications and surf many popular online shopping havens for ideas for my spring wardrobe essentials. As I browse and come up with ways to mix and match what I already have with what I'm going to have, my brain unwillingly begins to think about all the many bills and monthly monetary obligations I have to fulfill and I get very discouraged. Just when that happens (with out fail) one of my lovely Amiga's will call,text, or email (in C. Priss's case all of the above) for purchasing advice. Now, I will limit myself but I will not discourage my friends in a time of need. I think I have developed a problem far beyond the usual shopaholic syndrome. I recently have been getting pleasure when not only myself makes a purchase but when my girlie's, coworkers, boyfriend and family members do too. I just Love the whole process of it all, it gives me such a rush. I'm An Effin' Addict...what else can I say!

Xxo
J.

Photo: Sex and the City

YummyVille

Dear Johnny,

Since the days of 21 Jump Street when I was just age of 4, I knew that there was something extra special about You. I couldn't get enough when you played Edward Scissor hands nor could I control myself when you played Cry Baby. From a Pirate to a Major Drug dealer my love for you has only grown stronger. So this one is for you mi amor Keep up the good work!
Xxo
J

Heaven on Earth

There is a magical place that I feel everyone must get to know. Once you get a taste your life will never be the same. This place totally exceeds all my expectations when it comes to basics. Now, its no secret that I am a living breathing Effin' Addict to fashion. This addiction has been one that has continuously given me a high unlike anything i have ever felt. I won't quit nor will I ever take a break from an addiction that has basically become my best friend and worst enemy. If I could I would eat, breath and speak only about the wonderful world of Design and Style trends across the universe ( Anna Wintour style!). Until that day comes a girl can only dream and shop till I mother Effin' drop.

With that said I would like to introduce you all to my friend American Apparel. The clothing that you will find in this store has a consistency which is plain,basic, and filled with imagination , when paired and layered about, you find yourself in a whirlwind of endless fashion land ideas that anyone can relate to their own personal style . It's truly amazing what you can create. This store is full of creativity,color and artistry. American Apparel is to me what a blank canvas was to Picasso. Judge for Yourself and you can thank me later!!!! http://www.americanapperalstores.com/

Xxo

J

Photos: American Apparel

Wack Attack

Recently I have noticed some people still rocking some
trends that have been long gone. I don't know if its a tribute to a time
when blow outs and fist pumps ruled the world, but why in the hell would a guy still be wearing a sweat band??? especially if we were no where near the gym?
Hello that was like so 2002!

Step away from the blow dryer and keep ur paws
off the nike sweat band to match the color of you air max's.

Get with the Effin' program, guys these days are better dressed then ever, you can
pretty much wear anything from pumas to guyliner and get away with
it, but sweat bands, no bueno bitches. In other words, put some(key word... someee)
gel in ur hair, throw on a button up collard shirt, some jeans, black shoes and hit the club like you own it!!!!

Guest Blogger
-Xtina

Photo : NJ-Guido

Saturday Shmaturday!

Its Saturday and I am truly hurting from last nights extravaganza! I woke up this morning feeling like poo (so sucky) after praying to god that I will never drink again, I had to go apartment hunting ( for the madre) . Now at this point its about 930am and I'm totally not in the mood to get all dolled up.

Disclaimer: Now, for all of you that are afraid to explore your fashion options. Read and take notes!

So I'm on my way out, feel like sh*t, and possibly may get car sick. I want to be comfy yet cute. whats a girl to do ?

I throw on some spandex, cute (but casual) shirt and some rockin boots,put on some lip gloss (a must ) along with my Jackie O. Sunglasses and I'm on my way. The key to this look is dressing down then adding a few random dressy items like my sassy knee high boots and a headband and *poof* you look like a million bucks (But please use your best judgement, and try no to look like the village idiot!) To my surprise the madre was also sporting my Saturday morning look which makes this situation even better. I guess it takes a fashionista to know a fashionista!!!

Xxo

J

Photo: Effin' Addicts

TGI EFF....So finally the week is over and all I can think about is running wild at 5pm. Now I'm sure for most of you this day in particular seems to go by super slow. Well since it is Friday I would like to share a few things that keep me going on the longest day of the week! well for starters I usually listen to my Friday play list via these 3 sites:

http://www.slacker.com/ which is an awesome online radio that you can choose your own artist and then they randomly choose songs from each artist and *Poof* you have your very own custom station!

http://www.pandora.com/ this is another site which is great for work. With this site you chose an artist and then it chooses other artist in that genre of music to play for you. The interesting part about Pandora is that it is a great way to get schooled on music and artist that you haven't heard before. Nothing is better then broadening your music library!

http://www.myspace.com/ For all you myspace users out there, I'm sure many of you have noticed that now when you are checking out music pages you no longer have to click each individual song because now it automatically plays all of the songs which is Amaaazing!

Enough about work! How about the fact that it's FRIDAYYYYYYYY and regardless if you have work or not tomorrow I'm sure most of you are going to get into some sort of fun tonight. With that said I have a perfect quick pick play list for getting pumped and ready to go. Now usually before I go anywhere (even if it's just a movie at a friends house) I like to at least get in the weekend zone by listening to these 5 Random mix of songs that are for sure going to get you pumped.

• Get it Shawty By Lloyd


• My Boo By Ghost town dj


• Tony The Beat By The Sounds


• Don't Stop the Music By Rihanna


• The Sharpest Lives By My Chemical Romance

Xxo

J