Riccardo Tisci has shown a talent for taking the utilitarian and making it fashionable. In this case it’s a laynard key chain. Shown on the men’s runway for Spring 2012, it’s now available for purchase. See a print version on the next page.

Much like the minimalist movement in fashion, manicures designs have followed suit with an emphasis on simple yet striking designs. The “Bit of Bling” nail shown above is brought to you courtesy of WAH Nails.

Christian Louboutin, getting an assist from the fabulous Diane Von Furstenberg, was back in court yesterday, trying to convince the three judges overseeing the case now that the last judge who ruled against him was wrong. (In case you’re totally behind, Louboutin sued YSL for making red-bottom shoes, arguing that it infringes on what has become his brand’s trademark. He lost the first go round.)

No shocker but we’re totally team Louboutin over here. Not anything against YSL, but  let the man have his red bottoms. He earned them for goodness sake. And from a purely aesthetic perspective, you take the red soles away and you have everyone and Payless churning out red-bottom shoes, a totally wretch of a situation that no one wants to see.  

CL & DVF via Nydailynews doing the court walk on the next page.

Nike reissues its “Forrest Gump” Cortez style in leather, called that cuz  Mr. Box of Chocolates worn a pair in the movie. More details at Streething.

Isaac Mizrahi appeared yesterday on Wendy Williams and dished on his November wedding. Normally when someone talks wedding details, in my head I’m like, please stop talking no one cares, but there is something still endearing about hearing a gay person go on about their big day, especially since it can now be done officially in New York.

Coincidentally Mizrahi was married by a justice of the peace on November 30th, same day and method as Wendy, who has long been an advocate of taking the cheap, civil ceremony route, rather than dumping thousands on a big party instead of a down payment or whatnot. And I swear I have so far managed one New Year’s resolution and that is to attend one of Wendy’s shows–a long time major friend in my head.

US Weekly magazine brings the news that Barbie has plans for a collaboration with the Kardashians and judging from the comment section, people are not happy about the idea. And by not happy I mean super angry about it. The Kardashians always have had their haters and in general among a certain segment of the population there is this fury over the whole concept of reality tv, but it seems ever since “the wedding,” the venom has ratcheted up a few notches. Is it the overexposure? The seemingly endless number of projects and public appearances? Hard to say. My guess is that it’s that good ole human penchant for building a star up and with just as much relish tearing him/her down.

Illustration via Butyourelikereallypretty, who has gone on to make a smoking Kris and Chris doll plus a Kardashian Barbie with its “very own Black Ken.”

“No Half Steppin” as a theme for the new year inspires to go All The Way and do your thing  in 2012 and do it well, whatever it maybe. Big Daddy Kane’s jewellery(the massive knucke rings!)  need a post on it own. Somehow the sight of his tailored suit with a dookie chain makes me need one right now. Enjoy!

Paris-based Maude & Tilda offer a collection of clever slogan totes that come with the added benefit of being eco-friendly. On this page “Will Fuck For Chanel” (file under, yes, female economics still exist sad yet true), on the next, “This Bag Contains A Whip, Handcuffs And Little Black Lace Panties,” “I’m Still Saving For My Birken Bag,” “I Am The Shit,” and “Louis Vuitton Just Doesn’t Look Good On Me.” And yep, the company ships internationally.

Dutch designer Tom Nijhuis warms our hearts with his “1995″ athletic-centric collection, a tribute to the mid-’90s “gabber” dance scene in Holland. In an interview with DIS magazine, Nijhuis is asked about his “obsession” with athletic looks:

“The collection is a stylistic portrayal of gabber. It is sporty since I tried to stay close to the wardrobe of the gabber, which only consists of sportswear. I am not that sporty a person and remembered somebody telling me that she never expected by the looks of me that I made this collection. Then again, I do love all the trademarks of sportswear: the technical fabrics and their vibrant colors, the textures and strength, zippers, mesh, stretch waistbands, and its youthfulness.”

See more images from the collection on the next page and at his site.

The one we’ve been waiting for–Nailed: A History Of Nail Culture, edited by Chicago-based artist Dzine,the book recounts the history of nail adornment and documents contemporary nail art around the world. As for the author’s credentials, according to press:

The child of first generation Puerto Rican immigrants, Dzine fondly recalls the bootleg salon his mother set up in his childhood home and the sense of community it created.  It is this environment––the nexus of Nail Art Culture––that inspired Dzine to tell a story that was honest, while staying true to his studio practice. Dzine states, “The people involved in this community have no formal art training, yet their passion to make beautiful, over-the-top ornamental objects is what truly struck me, hence the body of work. It has reminded me why I’m an artist and why I choose to create.”

Nailed is the second title published by the The Standard Hotel’s imprint, The Standard Press, and until February 1st is only available for $45 through The Standard shops and web store. More images from the book on the next page.