THE GOSPEL OF BRiANNi T

John Galliano 1:80

Finally, be strong in the Lord & Taylor store and in their mighty power. Put on the full armor of Givenchy so that you can take your stand against the counterfeiters' schemes. For our struggle is not against reviving fashion, but against the posers, against the bootleggers, against the powers of the evil forces of people who sell fake Chanel bags on Canal street. Therefore put on the full armor, so that when the day of evil comes, you may be able to stand your ground, and after you have done everything, to stand. Stand firm then, with the belt of Hermes, buckled around your waist, with the blazer of Balmain unbuttoned, and with your feet fitted with the Louboutins that comes from the gospel of Nordstrom. In addition to all this, take up the coat of Burberry Prorsum, with which you can extinguish all the piercing glares of the envious one. Take the purse of Birkin which is sworn by all Fashion gods. With this in mind, be alert and always keep on praying for All Saints.

THE PRAYER

Armani, Who art in Hermes, Hallowed be thy Gucci. Thy Michelle watch, Thy Prada bag, On Rodeo Drive , As it is in Tiffany's. Give us this day our Visa Gold, And forgive us this overdraft, As we forgive those who stop our Mastercard. Lead us not into J.C. Penney, And deliver us from Sears. For thine ...is the Chanel, the Dior and the Versace. For Dolce & Gabanna. As it was for Louis Vuitton. Amex.

Cavalli

As we bow down to the fashion GOD'S w delicate fabrics as our garment, noggin up guarded by rare fur, deliver us from debt !

Amex!

Written by @MrModa

THE FASHiON QU'RAN

The fashion qu'ran was created by @MrModa. It is a fashion guide, who to know and how to maintain a fashionable lifestyle

•FASHiONiSM

Fashionism is a craft. This is the practice of living and maintaining a fashionable lifestyle (i.e. Constant wardrobe updates, reading mags, following/setting/spotting the latest trends, excessive partying etc) those who practice the craft are dubbed Fashionites. Whether a musician or physician; fashionism accepts all other individuals along w/ their separate lifestyle.

•MEMBERSHiP

To obtain membership one must be approached by fellow member. One cannot simply 'claim' to be a believer. Your style must be relevant. If you do not know or wish to learn a fellow stylist will be appointed to you until his/her 'divine awakening'*.

(*Divine Awakening -when he/she need no guidance in fashionism) this is all decided by appointed stylist.

•the MiSSiON

To spread the positivity that is fashion. fashion is love and peace that is our only mission.

•the STANDARD

-this includes the knowledge of designers and moguls that have paved the way for thine that are fashion forward.

-Style. Know it. (Dainty, Mod, grunge, punk) find your individuality or style of relation and OWN IT!

-Appearance is everything. Especially in the world of Fashion. All members are to be well-groomed and dressed accordingly.

(I.E. pro-life! Manicures, spa treatments and facials are all things we fashionites commit ourselves to. Promote good health!)

-fashion is love! We do not promote any negativity towards the non believers. We only convince or dismiss. Haters will be prosecuted accordingly.

-Donation and/or community participation. Organizations and other acts of Leadership is expected of any and all members. (This does not exclude event planning or promotion)

-Fashionites are to be supportive of each and every member; where there is a brother in need we are to help/offer aid to the best of our abilities

•BRANCHES of FASHiONiSM

*Icon -top rank. Known for several fashion endeavors and is an active member of all branches.

*Mogul Environmentalist -Eco friendly fashionites.

*Fashionista/Fashionisto -live and maintain a fashionable lifestyle through all aspects of life.

*Designer -able to create. This does exclude forms of music and the arts.

*Stylist -knowledgeable in the history and many styles of fashion; can identify and execute each style.

*Model -versatile in the craft. Can execute each style

*Affiliate -those who do not lust the life of fashion but participate or work in a fashionable environment. (This person must show dedication to this lifestyle)

DISCLAIMER

Any disregard to these standards can and will result in immediate dismissal/termination***. Violators will be black listed from the craft forever. (***this depends on the severity and/or member who is charged w/ the claim)

FamousGems

FamousGems is an unisex clothing line that was originated in NYC and started by Anthony "Fame" Smalls in 2006. The line started out with graphic tees and hoodies but rapidly over time expanded into crew necks sweatshirts, accessories, and soon varsity jackets. FamousGems started locally and became a known name all over NYC, being sported by Diggy Simmons, Cory Gunz, Trey Songz and by members of ASAP. They currently have items for sale and are still putting out new designs frequently. Check out the website Famousgemsclothing.com or tumblr famousgems.tumblr.com

FamousGems graphic tee and hoodie

FamousGems 'Swag' hoodie

FamousGems Greek Crewneck dropping in 2012

"LiveLoveAsap" Hoodies designed for the members of A$AP

Coming soon FamousGems Varsity Jackets!!!

Any Further Questions, I Can Be Contacted At The Following Listed Below.

Email: FamousGems@Gmail.com

Facebook.com/TheKiddFame

Twitter: @Fame_Effect

THE BLACK TONGUE

Well guys, I have decided to start doing a new thing on my blog where I promote indie clothing lines since I know a multitude of people who design clothes or are in the business of designing and styling clothes. =)

Here we have The Black Tongue a New York based luxury streetwear line. The Black Tongue is inspired by New York underground street culture, as well as cult, occult and dark themes. The clothes are dark and dirty but still remain luxe while being intertwined with music. Music and fashion go hand in hand with this line, as they collaborated with an underground rap artist, Spaceghostpurp on one of their items. They have 3 new items posted on their tumblr which are limited edition pieces, so get them while they're hot fromhttp://thefashlifesnklxbornt.tumblr.com/.

LIMITED EDITION “#TBT” TRUCKER HAT,ONE SIZE FITS ALL - $60

LIMITED T-SHIRT IN COLLABORATION WITH UNDERGROUND RAP UP AND COMER SPACEGHOSTPURRP, SIZES SMALL TO XL - $35

“CULT LIFE” PROMO SAMPLE TRUCKER HAT. BY THE BLACK TONGUE X NEW ERA. EQUIPPED WITH THE TBT LOGO SCREEN PRINTED UNDER THE BRIM IN BLACK, ONE SIZE FITS ALL - $20 (This is a very rare sample so please don't hesitate to purchase this)

For more info contact @THEBLACKTONGUE or @Thefashlifesnkl

HELLO MOTO

So I was skimming through the December/January 2012 issue of Teen Vogue when I was automatically jolted into page 150 by an editorial spread titled "Grease Lightning" photographed by Arthur Elgort. The spread was centered on electric neon biker jackets which most fashionistas call Moto jackets (short for motorcycle jackets). I love love loveeeeee moto jackets with a passion, these are one of the things to me that never goes out of style. In 2009, I've started to get into the grunge, biker style, and since then I've never looked back. Motorcycle jackets can go with almost any kind of outfit and bring in the right touch. These jackets can transition easily from day to night, from one style to another. More recently they have modernized moto jackets making a bunch of different styles and colors making it even more mainstream and wearable.

Here are some different options in moto jacket styles and colors:

Daang Goodman for Tripp NYC sleeveless jacket (female); Daang Goodman for Tripp NYC jacket (male)

Burberry Prorsum biker jacket

Jac Langheim jacket

Balmain studded lambskin jacket

Daang Goodman for Tripp NYC jacket (female); Straight to Hell jacket (male)

WE'VE GOT SPiRiT HOW ABOUT YOU?

Even though I've been gone for a bit I have still been on my A game at trendspotting. Around this time last year I stumbled upon a stockpile of magazines, in that pile lye a June 2010 issue of Paper magazine with Ke$ha on the cover. She sported a cute little hooded scarf called 'SPIRIT HOODS' which are animal inspired hooded scarves that's have a place where you can keep your hands warm, how freaking convenient?! I instantly fell in love and I knew I had to get one! And of course I did. My boyfriend at the time told me I looked foolish and that no one at my college would be caught dead wearing that. I joked about me being a trendsetter and we made a bet that I can set the spirit hood trend, and to my surprise I kind of did. Now there is a lot of Spirit hood inspired hats (aka imitations) floating around being worn. It's such a cool and practical hood and the one I bought cost about $170 including tax, shipping & handling. Here's a few pictures of the hoods and a few people modeling them.

FASHiON FORECAST WINTER 2011-12

Hey my fellow fashionites, I know it has been a while since I've last updated but I am back & here to give you the fashion forecast for winter 2011-12. I will be letting you know my favorite trending colors, fabrics, styles and accessories for the winter, as well as trends I believe need to stay in the summer.

Trending colors: teal, red, forest green, black, gold, wine & neon yellow (surprisingly)

Trending patterns/styles: color blocking, plunging back, mesh cutouts

Trending fabrics: Faux fur/fur, sequins, velvet, corduroy

Trending outerwear: faux fur coats/ jackets, leather moto jackets, trench coats

The equestrian look is big in women's and even young girls' fashion this season (e.i. riding boots, riding pants, blazers with elbow patches, turtlenecks, etc)

Trending accessories: thigh high tights (any material), crosses (necklaces and rings) crescent shaped necklaces, knuckle rings, Aztec tribal inspired jewelry, studs and spikes

& that wraps up my favorite trends for the winter, but there are a few things I wish would NOT travel into the winter such as:

-maxi dresses or skirts

-exposed cutouts

-floral print

I feel these items should only be worn during spring or summer seasons and that's where they should stay!

CLAWiNG YOUR WAY OUT

I have a secret obsession with odd jewelry and when I went onto www.Noirjewelry.com and saw the picture of the "Cat Woman Long Claw" ring my heart tapped danced in my chest... I was so ecstatic. Not only were they odd and unconventional, they were inspired by my favorite character of the Batman series =). I got all giddy inside knowing they have claw rings. And once I continued to look at the rest of the website I instantly fell in love with their use of gems, animals, architectural monuments and comic books in their jewelry designs. Here are some pictures of the claw ring

THE FASHiON QUEEN: AGYNESS DEYN

Words cannot describe how much I glorify Agyness Deyn's personal style. She does it so effortlessly I wonder sometimes does she have a stylist or is this her own style... her style is LOVE... I can't get enough of it. Her style is very bohemian chic/indie rock/60's mod it can't be defined. I love that her true style cannot be smoldered into a category or under a label or stereotype. This is another fashionista who I thought a post was long over due for... so kudos to Agyness Deyn for being (in my eyes) a TOF (true original fashionista)

AN ODE TO SPRiNG

In honor of spring I've picked a post that I've been wanting to do a for a little while now but never had the right time to do it. Karen Walker's Spring 2009 RTW collection is a timeless accumulation of clothing that will never really go out of style. This collection includes an array of blues, floral and animal prints, and very wearable garments that can be worn straight off the runway onto the subway. I adore this collection because it just reminds me of spring time and how badly I wish it can arrive (3 months to go). But for now here are some of my favorite outfits from the collection.

DRESSED TO KiLL

For Spring 2010 Balmain did a ready to wear collection which to me looked like it was comprised of inspiration from a gladiator women and the military. The color scheme is so *yummy* its to die for. Going through the looks of the show it looks like the female is going through a course of change in life from gladiator, fighting for her life, getting her clothes shredded by beastly animals (critics) who want to tear her wardrobe apart, to a solider in the military fighting for her right to live and breathe fashion (lol). The shimmery silvers and lustrous golds ultimately make our fighting fashionista look like a goddess and that is why I have chosen this collection to post about!












*Yummy (adj.) : something that is sweet but not in the sense of food; a girly term to say the word 'cool"

BLiNDFOLD ME

This post is strictly dedicated to Maison Martin Margiela's Spring 2008 RTW collection. I am just in lust with this collection because of the exaggerated power shoulders, the ripped pants and the blindfolding. Even though the color theme was very black and white (and nude lol) I love neutral colors for clothing. A lot of those garments were wearable to me, maybe not everything in one but you can collaborate certain pieces of the collection into a very day or night outfit suitable to your taste. All I have to say about this collection is LOVE LOVE LOVE!