The issue with Missoni is that all by itself it sometimes can look cheapish but then you add in Target’s factories handling the making of this collaboration and the snob in me has some doubts about how the clothes will look on the rack. It doesn’t help that manufacturing costs are way up this year and most retailers (especially ones like Target) have downgraded the materials they use to keep their profits from taking hits. But whatever, I imagine for early-arrivers there will be a few items worth grabbing. #tryingnot2bcynical&failing

With the help of Steve Meisel, Prada shows off its leading looks for Autumn 2011. What’s great about this video presentation is the fashion speaks for itself. No need for tricky camera angles or sultry models throwing their hair around, just grogeous, mouth-watering designs more than capable of handling the lead.

Enjoy a look at the lovely Bijules and too caliente for words Lorenzo Martone as they showcase their Nycked Swimwear collection and the funky collaborative vans gladiator sandals for the resort 2012 season.

Rooted in architecture Joanna Stoker’s Autumn/Winter 2011 titled “Empire States” footwear collection features a wide variety of textures and silhouettes in show-stopping silhouettes. The “Darjeeling” pump above stands out as a favorite but on the next page you can experience the complete assortment.

One of the institutions in sneaker culture, the illustrious Sneaker Freaker, got to pick the brain of Snob  favorite Jeremy Scott. A worthy read as you can see:

Do you think that people take fashion too seriously?
Yes I do. It should be fun, it should be something that you play with. Fashion should be… frivolous. I guess the thing that’s hard for me to understand is why other people see fashion in that way, because I just don’t. I don’t think I see life in that way either. Even when really bad things happen, I can still kind of chuckle about it. It doesn’t mean it’s not serious. But I could still probably make a joke about it, you know? And have a little laugh, even though I’m upset. I just think of fashion as a church, where they kneel down and pray in front of a blouse. It’s not meant for that! I want my clothes to have a life. I want people to live in them and wear them and create memories in them, meet their boyfriend and then have pictures on Facebook, then going back and thinking ‘Oh, I was wearing that jacket,’ and that has so much more emotion instead of something that’s so precious you don’t even want to wear it!

Full interview here.

Here’s Kreayshawn rockin’ a midriff at a recent promotional performance event in NJ. Guess now that she’s signed that big contract, the hustle begins–here’s hoping she can handle the grind. More images on the next page.

I-D magazin’es “Pick Me Up” issue features several covers and today it released one of hot and poppin’ West Coast rap artist Kreayshawn. Nice mani, woman! Via.

 Nothing much to say about Duncan Stevens’ ear cuff except that it’s a thing of beauty…the “wow” inducing kind. Available at Njal. See it up close on the flip.

Columbiam swimwear company Aqua Bendita (en ingles…”Holy Water”) has Bar Rafaeli model its Spring/Summer 2012 offerings, and if you can get past the distraction of her gorgeous physique, you’ll discover an eye-catching array of beautiful bikinis and beach-ready cotton shorts, trousers and cover-ups, made special by ethnic-themed prints and details. Via Sassisam.

As much as we are soaking in each and every day of Summer, Autumn and Winter (sigh..)  are inevitable  realities and the need for cozy footwear will be a necessity. For the coming chilly days, Etnies “Nadine” boot will fit the bill. Already available here.