“I created the wrap dress but then the wrap dress had a life of its own.”~DVF Forty years ago, designer Diane Von Furstenberg introduced the wrap dress whose timeless style has become a staple in many women’s wardrobes. The simplicity of the dress’ construction coupled with Diane’s powerful graphic prints unite in a style that … Continue reading Fantastic Voyage: Diane Von Furstenberg’s Journey of a Dress
“Confidence is a suit of armor”. The dignity and respect you gain when you radiate confidence is palpable. While we all grapple with our confidence at some point in our lives, for women who are struggling with rebuilding their lives (from abuse, chemical addition, or a myriad of life’s challenges), the support network they require … Continue reading Vintage Vanguard Unites Designers on Moda Operandi for a Worthy Cause
In music, fashion, food and art there’s pop cultural phenomena so ubiquitous and so pervasive that I feel duty bound to write about them. Or hate on ’em.. Like roaches and bad heartburn these things just keep on returning eliciting both our collective ire and fascination. Really, they’re train wrecks and we can’t look away. … Continue reading The Sphinx and the Cronut: Why We Love Being Haters
I feel a rant coming on… “There’s nothing better than a really pretty dress with an ugly shoe.” Oh yes there is.MT @TheCut http://t.co/ufe38ZOrDA via @voguemagazine — Colony (@CultureShockArt) July 29, 2013 Birkenstocks. Yes or no? Continue reading Monday’s Musing
Lobster Rolls, The Black Dog, bike rides, the Inkwell…Martha’s Vineyard is a magical place filled with lighthouses, sailing and clam bakes. I went to a wedding here years ago and have been dreaming of making a return visit. 5 Beaches x 1 Pair of Shades #2 (Martha’s Vineyard) by cultureshockart Current/Elliott denim shorts / Sperry … Continue reading 5 Beaches x 1 Pair of Shades (#2-Martha’s Vineyard)
Style Challenge-Redux by cultureshockart featuring anita ko Had to re-style this dress after getting some very good advice. NOW I am obsessed with this Charlotte Olympia Birdcage Clutch! Charlotte Olympia Pandora Birdcage Box Clutch (for more vintage handbags) IFB Project #97 Continue reading Style Challenge-Redux with a Clutch
Style Challenge by cultureshockart featuring 14 karat gold earrings I need some sage style advice here. Got this Ted Baker dress on sale, & the print needs “anchoring”. Normally I’d wear something like this in a scarf… Here’s what I came up with but I’d love suggestions on styling it! I know there’s a … Continue reading Help! Style Challenge
If I Had Gone to the Met Gala by cultureshockart featuring charm jewelry –——————————————————————————————————————– I wasn’t a fan of the sartorial choices at the Met Gala where the theme was “Punk: Chaos to Couture”. So of course I started thinking about what I would have done. I would have tried to channel the NY Art Scene between … Continue reading If I Had Gone to the Met Gala
Orange Crush by cultureshockart featuring a cape dress Alexander McQueen cape dress alexandermcqueen.com Marni duster coat 1stdibs.com Paul & Betty two tone shoes yoox.com MeDusa blue handbag boticca.com Kelly Wearstler cuff bracelet kellywearstler.com Continue reading Orange Crush
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