Sophia Webster is taking a cue from Rihanna’s playbook—collaborating with athletic wear juggernaut PUMA on a collection of shoes and womenswear pieces. Globally-renowned for her whimsical and eccentric spins on footwear classics, Webster’s collaboration is brimming with her in-your-face, fun-loving designs. With a sporty slant of course.
Webster’s trademark butterfly wing motif is strewn against everything from high-top kicks to mesh leotards, while that athleisure flair really shines through on sport bras, barely-there track shorts, print-inset leggings, and more.
There is even Webster’s own spin on the brand’s popular creeper—in suede with transparent, glitter-flecked soles.
“Partnering with Puma has been fantastic as they allowed me full creative control of all the entire collection of footwear and apparel,” Webster told British Vogue in a recent interview. “So, for me it was my first opportunity to design ready-to-wear and think of how my aesthetic would translate into womenswear. I have loved the challenge.”
The first drop of the collaboration will be up for grabs on September 5th.
Will you be picking anything up from Sophia Webster x PUMA?
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YSL’s Runway glitter boots are the stuff dreams are made of. The minute they pounded down the runway, the fashion world knew they were the special IT item of the season. When they finally hit stores, we found out just how special they were! They come with a $10,000 price tag.
Preposterous! Some might say. Ridiculous, others might echo. But fashionistas near and wide have been shelling out a full 10 Gs for the glittering beauts.
Rihanna was one of the first to wear them, keeping her look simple with ripped jeans, a white tee, and a leather jacket.
Celine Dion also embraced the boots for a sweet street style moment, downplaying the shine of the boots with an all black look and a jacket with a subtle crystal collar detail.
Cardi B slipped on the sizzling footwear with a custom Angel Brinks ensemble for a performance at the MTV VMAs.
Blac Chyna was the latest to wear the boots with a custom look by Dare to be Vintage.
All the women are iconic in their own ways in the fashion and/or entertainment industries. And all those women either have enough influence or enough coins to don this modern day Glass Slipper.
The crazy thing is that fashion lovers will try to justify the price. $10,000 could be a down payment on a house or car, feed the homeless, or sit flourishing in a savings account. But fashion might just push you to splurge for that must have item…that might look dated next season.
What do you think? If you could, would you splurge?
Gucci is lapping up all this popularity, seeing a record 50% increase in profits in the past year. While I’m sure they gift Beyonce and Jay Z with exclusive pieces, I’d predict most of the celebs above went to the store and shelled out thousands for the fine frocks.
Gucci has subtly acknowledged the urban community’s embrace, reportedly partnering with Dapper Dan after they were accused of copying his designs, and hiring an all black cast for their Pre-Fall 2017 campaign.
But I think the consumer should take a bit of power in their hands. Take ownership. And make some dividends from this serious Gucci resurgence. Start saving money where you can through side-hustles, using a FragranceX coupon on your next bottle of perfume and eating out less.
Buy a bag, yes, or even an overpriced logo sweatshirt. But own a part of the brand as well.
I remember talking to my father once about my shopping habits. He told me that most companies you love have the option to buy stock. Yes, you can buy a small part of the brand’s you frequent the most.
Looking at how absolutely everyone can’t get enough of Gucci, I’d say buying stock would be some sound financial advice. Get in before the Gucci fever is gone.
What do you think?
*This is purely an opinion piece. I do not profess to be a financial expert in any way.
**Contact a licensed financial advisor and ask them about buying some Gucci stock!
**A Financial Planner @JoselineHernandez360 wrote in on IG, “As you have noted, Gucci is part of the Kering Group. Therefore, you cannot purchase it solo dolo. Because it is a European company, you can purchase the ADR (American Depositary Receipt) OTC (Over the Counter) under the ticker PPRUY. It’s a decent company. Slow and steady. Expect 5 to 6 percent growth over the next two to five years. Not fantastic, but a much better investment than the Gucci handbag.”
Beyonce popped by Cardi B’s performance at the Made in America festival, and posed with the ‘Bodak Yellow” songstress wearing a puff sleeved jacket from Gucci’s Resort 2018 collection:
She further accessorized with a Gucci monogram cap, socks, and the brand’s $850 Yoko Snake Metallic pumps.
The jacket caused a stir as soon as it hit the runway, due to its similarity to a jacket created by Harlem’s legendary Dapper Dan in the 80’s.
Reader were so incensed that it pushed Gucci to formally acknowledge Dapper Dan. Apparently a capsule collection is in the works.
It’s certainly noteworthy that Beyonce is the first celebrity to wear the jacket off the runway. And snaps to Cardi for continuing to kill it (and to Beyonce for showing support).
It’s almost time to say goodbye to Summer as we step into September and make our way to Fall. And although the “no white after Labor Day” rule has long been dismissed, this weekend is the perfect opportunity to flaunt an all-white look before stocking up on darker hues.
If you’re looking for a few ideas on how to slay an all-white look, get inspired with these 4 head-to-toe, white-on-white outfit ideas.
An asymmetric one-shoulder top adds an element of chic when paired with wide-leg crepe pants.
Punch things up with a pair of leather ankle-tie sandals, a monogram tassel embellished shoulder bag, and gold statement jewelry.
Mix a sheer high-neck blouse with white denim shorts adorned with gold button details.
Add the finishing touch with an embellished white quilted shoulder bag, white leather pumps, a wide-brim hat, and mirrored lens sunglasses.
Keep it simple and classy in a white sleeveless blazer dress styled with a pair of embellished ankle-strap sandals.
Complete the look with a metallic box clutch, sparkling jewelry, and a shimmering champagne lid.
Lastly, pair a tie-wrap top with white skinny jeans for a casually chic ‘fit.
For the final touch, dress it up with a white leather bag, strappy ankle-lock sandals, oversized lucite square-frame shades, and a gold jewelry.
And there you have it! What do you think of today’s all-white outfits? How do you rock an all-white look after Labor Day? Wishing everyone a wonderful 3-day weekend!
However you’re feeling today I hope you’re as excited as I am that it is the first day of the biggest month in fashion and a long weekend at that! Every week I have the pleasure of revealing the hottest looks of the week via the most liked looks on Instagram. I’ll let you know now that this week’s contenders will not disappoint. We’re just off the heels of what had to be national date night for celebs aka fight night, so you can imagine the looks couples were serving. Here’s what was hot:
Cardi B is on a whole new wave of success! Did you see her haute new whip? At any rate, the reality star turned rapper blazed the trails at the MTV Video Music Awards in a sparkly leotard and robe custom made by Angel Brinks for her live performance. If you couldn’t already tell she was winning, she had the nerve to kill us all softly with her drool-worthy $10,000 YSL crystal boots! It was glitz, glam, and LEGS!
This power couple showed up to fight night for what was sure to be an epic date with Mayweather’s win. Diddy & Cassie have a way of making their presence known without saying too much with their indelible designer collection. The pair always make it a point to match each others fly. Notice how Diddy kept it sleek in an all black ensemble with a Ferragamo top and gold accessories while Cassie wore a shimmery top from Y/Project paired with black Azzedine Alaia sandals. Way to let your woman shine, Diddy!
This makes the second consecutive week that Niatia has made the list in Michael Costello, so that right there should tell you something! The pair are obviously a match made in heaven. Michael is notorious for billowy silhouettes that play on all body types, whether curvy or slim, his collections have something for everyone. Niatia looks breathtaking in this bold, sultry gown. Contrary to her big tresses last week, she went with a loose messy style for this look which I love!
Lebron is notorious for killing it in a suit. King James’ statuesque frame in a well tailored suit is quite the vision. He too opted to make fight night a date night with wifey, Savannah, who looked gorgeous in satin shorts and a dope pair of lace boots, hand in hand with her man. No way anyone could miss them as the 6’8 giant waltzed by suited up in a crisp Tom Ford suit. If you know anything about Tom Ford, his suits are impeccably made. Great choice!
Last, but most certainly not least is Baby Junie who was as sweet as pie in a pink pineapple print Dolce & Gabbana mini frock paired with the cutest Gucci sandals to match. With her hair braided back in two french braids, this was the perfect kid fashion moment for a summer’s day. All I want to do is grab hold of those adorable cheeks of hers when I look at this. What a darling she is!
There’s some sweetness to start your weekend off right! See you back here next week!
He writes, “I would describe my style as ‘Fluid Contemporary-Classic.’ Meaning, I tend to stick to classic menswear staples but I am not shy about weaving contemporary styles / trends into a look that I am aiming for.”
“There are many moving parts to what inspires my style from the detailing / art of individual pieces to pulling ideas from the commercialism of my everyday surroundings.”
“Most credible is my mood because that creates the impression I want to leave that day.”
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