The House of Annie Lennox

The V&A currently has an exciting one-room, free exhibition on celebrating Annie Lennox’s style. The Eurythmics front woman and solo artist, born in 1954 in Scotland, has sold over 80 million records and is renowned for her contributions to political and charitable campaigns, her enchanting voice and her style. In fact, this year she was awarded an OBE by the Queen for her services to charity. In the small V&A display visitors will find costumes and accessories worn by Lennox in music videos and at award ceremonies, photographs, personal treasures and awards, ephemera from political campaigns she has been involved with, music videos and a specially commissioned video of Annie in conversation. Her influence has surely been felt by legions of female performers; this is a well-deserved tribute.

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Underground Rebel Bingo


First Rule of Underground Rebel Bingo: You DO NOT talk about Underground Rebel Bingo! 

So with that said, all we can say is that this secret underground sensation is obviously THE place to be (if you know the secret location). However, don’t be fooled as this is not your Grandma’s BINGO night in face there is hardly any bingo at all! A night filled with loud music, booze, markers and lots of yelling this party is the place to see and be seen! Bingo is indeed being played, but in a more anarchist/crazy/fun kind of way. A night of debauchery that was born and raised in London and then like a bat out of hell graced it’s presence on our fine coast.

Oh and P.S there’s also a dress code: “Undercover on your way there, dangerous once you’re inside.”
We recommend your black stealth Hudson Collin Signature Skinny with a beat up white tee and your leather jacket. Undercover, Hardcore + ready for action!

But remember….you didn’t hear all this from us!

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Androgynous Ensembles

 


 

Ready to embrace a more androgynous ensemble? In homage of Lady Gaga’s recent VMA performance as her alter-ego, Joe Calderone, we have come up with a few fall-friendly pieces that are anything but girly. 

Step #1
First things first: Grab your go-to pair of Carly Flap Pocket Straight Leg Hudsons. These jeans have a true straight leg form and give you that “never-ending legs” look! The Elm Dark Blue wash are the perfect balance of a rich, masculine indigo with a feminine whisker detail flare. Be sure to cuff the bottoms or roll the hem the slightest bit for a subtle greaser look!

Step #2
Avoid all the bells and whistles and go for a sheer, plain top. Crew or V-neck approved! A sweater will also compliment this outfit nicely, try a longer black cardigan (with suede elbow pads!) out for size.

Step #3:
If there is one shoe that will reign supreme this Fall, it is the oxford. A pair of Oxfords will go a long way, but most importantly, you can dress them up OR down! A pair of two-toned Oxfords or Tassel Loafers will give an air of masculinity, but still show off the dainty form of your female foot.

Step #4
While our male counterparts are typically not adorned in jewelry, there are a few staple items that will complete this ant-feminine ‘fit such as a boyfriend watch paired with a black felt hat. These last two items will blend all the different pieces together and polish off the look!


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Glamour of the Gods

The National Portrait Gallery’s current exhibition of vintage photographs spanning the 20′s to the 60′s in Hollywood is pure gold. Glamour of the Gods showcases previously unseen prints, alongside iconic images, all from the John Kobal Foundation. Expect to see the likes of Joan Crawford and Vivien Leigh rubbing shoulders with Marlene Dietrich and Louise Brooks in all their splendour. Snapped by such photographers as George Hurrell, Laszlo Willinger and Ruth Harriet Louise in a time before paparazzi, they had close relationships with both the Hollywood studios and the stars they photographed. Working in collaboration, the studios and photographers imbued the Hollywood glitterati with an air of mystique, elevating them, quite literally, to stars.

Until 23rd October.

 

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The LA Bar Files: Pattern Bar

Name: Pattern Bar 

A new fashion influenced bar was born in the garment district (go figure). Snuggled in the fashion district between LA’s chic designer streets, this bar is a great place to hang with friends and score on some high fashion inspired cocktails. With Chanel on the list, you know you’ve come to the right place!

Got to have Cocktail: The Gaultier (Puerto Rican Don Q rum, fresh watermelon, agave, lemon)

Night out: For a great ‘Sex and the City’ night with the crew, try to snag a booth by the large windows and try some tapas, arepas, a salad or panini while you wait for your couture drinks to be tailored to perfection. This bar is a great spot to relax and admire the city!

Attire: Take the new Hudson Nico jeans out for the night and dress it up with a sheer tank and a light blazer. Most importantly, channel  your inner Carrie Bradshaw and refine the look with some heels. Let the heels be the statement piece of the night, so go for a bold color or a sexy leopard print!

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Fall Forecast: Color Blocking with Denim

Take runway looks and make them real wear looks. While we love flirty florals and sassy prints, we want to let you in on our new obsession: color blocking. This trend will be major in the pre-fall and fall seasons, whether it be bundling up to stay to stay warm in the winter, or layering up to shield yourself from those early October winds. Throw away the notion that prints make or break the outfit, and embrace some color! The biggest rule of thumb when it comes to this bold trend? Mix and match, but don’t clash! We’ve done the dirty work for you and come up with three fabulous fall-ready outfits that outline the color blocking trend and all its glory. So step away from the go-to LBD and make a statement with COLOR.

Ensemble #1: The not-yet-Fall-but-Summer-is-fading look

Throw on a pair of May Five Pocket skinnies in blue and a grey crop top (we suggest The Molly Heather Burnout Crop Tee). Match this jeans and tee style with a bold colored basket tote like this Kate Spade one that we’re currently lusting over. Throw on your favorite pair of earth-toned sandals, some tiny gold necklaces, and strut your bold style down the street for happy hour with your gal pals!

Ensemble #2: The why-is-it-raining-in-September look

Nothing hits your wardrobe with such unexpected force quite like the first rain of the season. It totally throws your pre-planned work week outfit out the window, but we’re here to help though! Grab your Hudson Nico Mid-Rise Super Skinnies and pair them with a colorful pair of Hunter rain boots (we recommend the orange!). Go for a nude pastel color top, and a large circle scarf. Next step, outerwear. Pair an olive colored anorak jacket with a large statement tote. The orange, olive and pastel nudes scream fall and are functional while still fashionable!

Ensemble #3: The crisp night out look

Somewhere between the summer months of wearing cardigans at night and the winter months of rocking the pea coat lies the crisp night out attire. For a night out on the town, we are going to suggest that you think BIG and wear a pair of Hudson Gwen Wide Leg jeans. Pair with a bold pair of wedges (for a super leggy look!) and tuck in a sheer, bright tank. To essential part of this ensemble is a cropped blazer in a darker hue. Feel free to go crazy on the bangles and a bright clutch! Remember, don’t fear color, but don’t go overboard. This outfit will go perfect with a casual cocktail and some not-so-casual shmoozing!

 

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Get the Look: The Kill’s Alison Mosshart


 

The Kills’ leading lady Alison Mosshart knows exactly how to rock a pair of jeans. While few chicks can own the post-punk, garage-rock style that Alison Mosshart does, we promise to get you as close as possible to this style icons edgy look:

First thing’s first, start with some serious denim. To emulate the Mosshart-esque look, begin with a pair of Hudson N.2 Gonzales skinnies in black sateen. These bad boys allow you to be comfortable without sacrificing style!
Moving on to the torso, we suggest a loose fitting vintage tee. Don’t be afraid of graphics, ladies! A Hudson asymmetrical zip front jacket or a  light weight blazer will tone down the look and add a girly flare to the ensemble as well.
In honor of Mosshart’s stage performances, we suggest a combat boot fit for some wear & tear. Tie the laces off halfway up the boot, and allow the tongue to be semi-open to go for a more hardcore vibe.
Accessories are always welcome, but don’t go overboard! A fedora and long necklace will do the trick, or gather some eclectic bangles and skip the rest.

 

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What to Wear to Outside Lands

August 12th is just around the corner, which means San Francisco’s Outside Lands Festival is here!  Muse, Arcade Fire, The Black keys, and Deadmau5…OH MY! So the most burning question awaits: What to wear?!

Natives of Northern California are already well versed in San Fran’s sporadic sunshine, so it is important to remember the number one rule: LAYERS! You can always shed them during the day, whether the UV rays decide to make an appearance or you overheat while rockin’ out to Major Lazer’s set. Here are a couple versatile outfit recommendations perfect for that SF weather and that Arcade Fire sing along you know you’ll be a part of!

NIGHTTIME
+ A pair of Hudson Collin Signature Skinnies with a black and white color blocking shirt and lightweight jacket. Oxfords or ankle boots will come in handy while scouring Golden Gate Park’s fields for stages and booths.

WARM + SUNNY DAY
+ A pair of Hudson’s Venice Cuffed Shorts and a cute crop top will be the perfect combo for the somewhat rare but extremely pleasant SF sun. Add a fedora and shades to avoid the all too common fiesty sunburn!

SF GLOOM
+ Hudson May Five Skinnies paired with a flowing, patterned boho top. You’ll fit in with the hippie inspired SF trends all while maintaining that perfect temperature balance.

 

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LA Neighborhoods: Venice

Venice Beach is a fantastic destination for  summer shenanigans, with the ocean at your tip toes there is tons to do! The people of Venice range from surfer dudes to bohemian babes, you’re not hip if you don’t have a beach cruiser, a skateboard or a surf board escorting you down these streets. So with that said, the style of Venice is VERY relaxed and, of course, beach friendly. So put on your Hudson jumpsuit, your floppy hat and your fave kicks, let’s hit the beach!

1. People watching: The Sidewalk Cafe is the ultimate people watching event! Order a round and some appetizers and spend the day admiring the many interesting people of the boardwalk. Lots of weird + lots of surf = all around lots of good times on the boardwalk!

2. Poolside: For a good view with some poolside action, lounge at the Shangri-La hotel. Amazing roof action and yes, satisfaction guaranteed!

3. Block Party: Every First Friday Abbot Kinney opens all it’s doors for a day of food trucks, people watching, store browsing and art admiring.

4. Good Eats: If your looking for a cool location to rest your beach bum and enjoy some ambiance head on over to Gjelina. This is the hottest restaurant in LA right now and the food is out of this world.

5. A stroll for two: Never underestimate a good walk with great company. If you’re looking for a low key activity take a stroll along the infamous Venice Canals. Time it along with sunset and it can be quite romantic!

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Biking in Los Angeles

Biking in LA has got to be the most trendy, leisurely activity for the summer. With the onset of this two-wheeled warrior fad, biking and style now go hand in hand. Not only is biking the greenest way to hit the town, but also the most stylish. So let us give you some cool spots to ride and an awesome outfit to match!

Riding in style: Since it’s hot out, a lightweight shirt paired with some comfortable Hudson jeans (skinny only!) will do the trick to keep you looking fresh. A pair of top-siders will really complement the getup and align with current nautical trends.

Riding spots:
Silverlake Reservoir: It’s always nice to ride  over to your local coffee shop, we love LAMILL! Post-coffee energy spurt, bring your bike over the reservoir and park it, lay down in the grass and relax!

The beach: Any beach front is a good zone to ride in style. Most of the beaches like Santa Monica and Venice have bike lanes, which helps keep traffic to a minimum and lets you mingle with other stylish bikers.

Night rides: With summer nights hot, sticky, and  calling your name, it’s quite appropriate to ride into the night and go for a fun bar hop in Echo Park. The Short Stop, and El Prado are close enough to get the party started!

Don’t forget your bike locks!

 

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