You know what’s better than a B.o.B. Adidas commercial? A B.o.B. Adidas commercial featuring Paul Iacono, the star of MTV’s The Hard Times of R. J. Berger. The commercial promotes the brand’s latest customizable collection, MEGA and features Bobby Ray’s “Magic.” Head over to the MEGA diner and cook up your own pair.

Jules Kim of Bijules fame, has teamed up with Urban Outfitters for a designer collection and Le Bij is their second release. It’s eco-friendly and won’t break the bank at $18 a pop, so stock up in the six color ways.

At this point Uniqlo has become has become more synonymous with basic essentials than H&M with cheap and trendy. Stock up on your wardrobe must-haves with this season’s collection.

“The Hiole” is a black suede moccasin to be included in Marc Jacobs’ fal footwear collection. It is an ankle boot with black tie detail at the heel and a rubber sole. Get em’ early here.

We’re really feeling the SUPER FA2010/2011 collection. The sunglasses have a clean, classic design and are a modern taken on the famed retro wayfarer style. Look out for these in August.

WORDS BY BRITTANY EPPS

David and Phillipe Blond, collectively known as The Blonds, have been turning the fashion industry into a naughty freak show since 2004, and we have no complaints. Phillipe started his design career as a M.A.C make-up artist, while David worked as a window dresser for stores like Macy’s and Sak’s Fifth Avenue. The Blonds are known for their bizarre, hand-made corsets with striking prints, flashy jewels and lengthy, razor-sharp spikes that are to die for—pun intended.

See photos from The Blonds Fall 2010 Fashion Show at New York Fashion Week after the jump.

This clothing line is not for the faint of heart. It screams bedazzled Rock & Roll glam. It seems that The Blonds design clothes especially for alien creatures, or the freaks of fashion. Media-proclaimed fashion “bad girl” Rihanna has been spotted wearing the brand while lighting up the stage at her concerts and when steaming up the red carpet. Katy Perry, Adam Lambert and Fergie are also fans of the line.

The Blonds put on a sassy show at New York Fashion Week for their Fall 2010 Collection. “It’s A Jungle Out There” was the theme. A model in a gorilla suit started the show. The gorilla did a quirky strip tease and out popped Phillipe Blonds. True to form, all the models sported blond wigs and fierce compositions. The Blonds are a 25 favorite.

Photo: Mary Blanco, newyorkcool.com.

Status Apparatus teamed up with Flat Fitty for the 1st Quarter 2010 collection.

Baltimore streetwear line, Status Apparatus, recently released their 1st Quarter 2010 Lookbook. Status Apparatus has collaborated with up and coming fitted cap company Flat Fitty to produce a limited edition fitted cap. Be sure to visit them at Status Apparatus.

10.Deep and Adidas collaborate for new shoe project.

10.Deep is following up their first shoe collaboration, conceived in 2008, with a special sneaker project. They partnered up with Adidas and got creative with one of their classic shoes, the Stan Smith Mid.

The name “Raw Dogs” comes from the rawhide leather laces and monster mouth print on the insole & inner shoe that accent the suede, iron and chrome gray upper.

The Raw Dogs project has been produced in very limited numbers and will be available through Adidas’ Consortium stores as well as online at www.10deep.com/shop starting Thursday, April 15th at 12pm, Brooklyn time.

10.Deep releases Delivery 2 of their 2010 Spring collection.

Internationally Known, the second dose of 10.Deep’s Spring 2010 collection lookbook is now live. Expect button-down woven shirts in both long and short sleeve, Chambray and camo-highlighted sateen convertible shorts, and a variety of headgear from the collection. You can view the lookbook at 10.Deep.

D.C. brand DURKL teams up with Second Son to lauch the series, The Capital Collection.

This collection is a series of collaborations between DURKL and brands from other capital cities around the world. DURKL joined forces with London’s Second Son and produced the Capital Collection sherlock cap. The limited edition Sherlock package comes complete with a traditional English tobacco pipe and is now available.

PEGLEG NYC has released their Spring 2010 collection.

 You can shop and view the entire lookbook here.

JDL has released some limited edition fitted caps on shopdalynn.com. The black Sgt. Major cap features a mesh netting and the grey number has an exact replica of an A-10 bomber plane circa 50’s and 60’s embroidered on the front. There are only 100 pieces available in each design, get the two as part of the “Joint Forces” set and receive a discount!

Photo courtesy of Cubannie Links

WORDS BY BRITTANY EPPS

Annie Basulto’s Cubannie Links gives fashion lovers something that they can feel. Her jewelry line is sharp enough to cut and glistens brightly with an envy inducing edginess. Glitzy neon-colored leather, bold statement rings and high-gloss gold chains with funky charms are among the standouts of the Links collection. For those with a taste for foreign cultures, these Cuban inspired designs will make your mouth water. Whether dainty or bulky, metal or nylon, you can have it your way. Who doesn’t appreciate fashion that caters to the senses and the needs of the consumer?

Hailing from Miami, Florida, Annie is a Cuban-American jewelry designer who has been blessed with the Midas touch. The name of the line is combination of her nationality and first name—Cuban Annie, and has been picking up steam ever since the 2007 launch. Basulto first started jewelry making as a hobby and now the line has gained popularity amongst culture femmes Rihanna, M.I.A., Alicia Keys and Tyra Banks.

Bullet earrings, glock-laced rosaries and four-finger rings make the line both unconventional and alluring. Cubannie Links is known for its whimsical items and Basulto’s streetwear consumers have grown quite the appetite. The Fall/Winter 2009-2010 “Inner Goddess” collection is still blazing, but Basulto anticipates a larger response in her future lines. It seems as though Basulto knows exactly what the urban fashionista seeks, and proves she can deliver.

25 Magazine: Tell me what Cubannie Links means to you.

Annie Basulto: CL means happiness, financial opportunity and a legacy (hopefully)!

25: Where does your love for jewelry stem from? How did it all begin?

Annie: I’ve always loved jewelry and always owned tons of accessories, but to say I thought I was going to be a jewelry designer or own a company, I would have laughed at you for not knowing me well enough. Apparently I didn’t even know me well enough. But the truth is, as it will always be my honest answer, it all began out of desperation to not work at job I don’t love for people who don’t appreciate me. New York has a special air about it. You can really do anything. New York has that survival air you can breathe in and it changes everything. Desperation. Motivation. That’s how it started.

Photo courtesy of Cubannie Links

25: What is the inspiration behind your daring and edgy pieces?

Annie: I am obviously inspired by the same things many designers are inspired by, but I have to admit I don’t follow the molds for conventional thinking. I just make jewelry that I would wear and I do wear.

25: You’ve been receiving amazing notoriety to say your line is only a little under 3 years old, why do you think people are so receptive to your collections?

Annie: CL will be 3 in July 2010. It speaks to everyone. Although there are pieces that more mature woman wouldn’t wear, there are definitely pieces for every type of girl: conservative, edgy, and glamorous.

25: How does it feel when you have stars like Alicia Keys, Rihanna, and Tyra Banks wearing your jewelry or your items are featured in top magazine publications?

Annie: It’s an amazing feeling. It’s a feeling you can describe as your child winning an Oscar or your sister becoming the President. It’s an achievement that happens through my work-its own entity.

Photo courtesy of Cubannie Links

25: What impact do you think Cubannie Links is making on the fashion and jewelry industry?

Annie: Gosh I wish an industry big shot would tell me what impact I am making in the fashion industry. As far as I can see, there are many supportive people who love the collection and those are the testaments that mean most to me.

25: Where do you see Cubannie Links going in the future?

Annie: CL has continued to expand internationally and that has really been a great fete. Mostly getting in department stores like Bloomingdale’s or Macy’s is something I hope to soon achieve.

25: Any advice for those with creativity brewing under their skin, but are too afraid to reach for their dreams?

Annie: Experiment, network, take risks, take classes, explore, travel, do research…anything you can do to expand you creative juices will be a great way to find your style and specific interest.

For more information on Cubannie Links, visit cubannielinks.com.

Preview H&M’s eco-friendly spring collection due this March! Read more for review and photos.

Maintaining the stability of our beautiful Earth has been made easier and more stylish thanks to H&M’s 2010 Garden Collection which will be sold exclusively at H&M stores from the end of March. The romance and glamour of Spring gardens are the inspiration for the collection. The floral prints and dainty blouses give you the breath of fresh air you’ve been craving. What is perhaps most exciting about this collection is that it is entirely made from organic and recycled materials. From the well designed red rose petal jacket to the elegant beige tube dress, there is no reason to sacrifice style for a healthy environment. H&M’s Garden Collection has fashion lovers excited for Spring and even more excited for the release of this dazzling collection. Going green has never looked so good. #verynecessary

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Photos courtesy of H&M

AP Photo/Danny Moloshok

Designer Alexander McQueen was found dead Thursday at his apartment in London. He was 40. British police officials said they are not treating the death as suspicious.

McQueen’s family and representation released the following statement today via his website:

“ON BEHALF OF LEE MCQUEEN’S FAMILY, ALEXANDER MCQUEEN TODAY ANNOUNCES THE TRAGIC NEWS THAT LEE MCQUEEN, THE FOUNDER AND DESIGNER OF THE ALEXANDER MCQUEEN BRAND HAS BEEN FOUND DEAD AT HIS HOME. AT THIS STAGE IT IS INAPPROPRIATE TO COMMENT ON THIS TRAGIC NEWS BEYOND SAYING THAT WE ARE DEVASTATED AND ARE SHARING A SENSE OF SHOCK AND GRIEF WITH LEE’S FAMILY.

LEE’S FAMILY HAS ASKED FOR PRIVACY IN ORDER TO COME TO TERMS WITH THIS TERRIBLE NEWS AND WE HOPE THE MEDIA WILL RESPECT THIS.”

McQueen is touted as one of the most influential and controversial designers in fashion internationally.

“Lee McQueen influenced a whole generation of designers. His brilliant imagination knew no bounds as he conjured up collection after collection of extraordinary designs. At one level he was a master of the fantastic, creating astounding fashion shows that mixed design, technology and performance and on another he was a modern day genius whose gothic aesthetic was adopted by women the world over. His death is the hugest loss to anyone who knew him and for very many who didn’t,” said  Alexandra Shulman, British Vogue editor In a statement released today.

Tyra Banks said via twitter today, “RIP Alexander McQueen. so so sad. such a huge loss. He was one of my favorite designers. He will be missed.”

McQueen was not scheduled  in next week’s New York Fashion Week or London Fashion Week but was slated for Paris Fashion Week in March to show his ready-to-wear collection.

Check out the Spring 2010 footwear collection from The Hundreds! #verydope

Last chance to jump on the Dee&Ricky (purveyors of Marc Jacob’s lego accessories) sale! It’s 50% off, #weonthat. Read more for pics and coupon.

Use coupon code: xmashangover.

Wildfox Couture previews new collection.

Wildfox Couture, an American vintage-inspired woman’s wear brand created by Emily Faulstich and Kimberley Gordon, previews their Summer 2010 Collection lookbook.

Shouts to Global 14!

Check out the latest from the Fall/Winter 2009  BLACK Comme des Garcons collection.

Source: Hypebeast

Durkl to have a holiday sale and release new EYE Street Collection.

DURKL is having a holiday sale on Saturday, December 19th.  Items will be organized by size into $5, $10, $20, and $30 bins.  Their in-town exclusive hats will also be released.  For more info on the hats and upcoming EYE Street Collection, checkout their EYE page here . http://durkl.com/eye.html 

The popular Washington, DC urban brand DURKL is ready to kick off the season with new collection.

The collegiate and workwear inspired collection features new apparel such as the quilted “Edgar” duck jacket, sherpa lined corduroy “Senior” varsity jacket and suede elbow patched “RL” flannel shirt. They also offer black waxed denim, the DURKL script crewneck, two new styles of caps, and over a dozen tee shirts. 

The collection will be available starting Wednesday, December 9th at http://shop.durkl.com and at the DURKL Warehouse (443 Eye Street NW).

Jennifer Hyman and Jennifer Carter Fleiss team up to create website, Rent the Runway.

 (Hyman, left. Carter Fleiss, right.)

The tale of a woman shopping and crossing paths with her dream dress but then dropping her jaw after glimpsing at the price tag is a story told all too often.  To remedy this, Jennifer Hyman and Jennifer Carter Fleiss, two recent Harvard Business School graduates, teamed up to create Rent the Runway, a website that allows people to wear the hottest styles of the season for much cheaper prices. Whether someone wants to go for the classic Beyonce’ evening look or the edgy Angelina Jolie red carpet look, Rent the Runway strives to provide every shopper with her needs.

Once the site address is typed in, a simple yet stylish home page directs customers to three short steps: Love, Wear, Return. Upon browsing through their online collection of top designers, one usually falls in love with a particular dress. Love. Next, schedule a delivery date for the dress and it arrives on one’s doorstep along with an extra size included for free, just in case. Wear. Finally, after attending the soiree, drop the dress in its pre-paid envelope the next day sending it straight to Rent the Runway‘s headquarters to be dry-cleaned, on the house! Return.

Those known for being the stylish diva who impresses all of her friends with her glamorous wardrobe, but is going through some temporary financial troubles could put Rent the Runway to work. For those who want to look like the stars that Rachael Zoe styles, but within a budget, Rent the Runway is the perfect fit. Check out the site, www.renttherunway.com, because they are sure it will keep pockets happy, and users in style!

 –Brittany Epps

Sources:

http://www.renttherunyway.com

 *Photo Credit

Todd Heisler/NY Times

Orisue Clothing releases Holiday 2009 Collection.

Orisue releases their Holiday 2009 collection, mixing athletic aesthetics with fashion driven cuts, and covering a  complete range of outerwear, knits, wovens and denim.

Orisue’s Holiday 2009 line is currently in stores and available for purchase.

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It’s about time there was a high fashion spin on the cliched Beatles tee. Comme des Garçons has produced some t-shirts, button downs and bags as an homage to the music legendaries. With tees selling at $115 a piece, we’re willing to hold out for an Eric B & Rakim spin-off.

Shouts to Selectism!

Mighty Healthy’s online store is now open for business! Lookbook and featured tees after the jump!

Check out their Fall lookbook here.

Shouts to Freshness!

Check out a preview of Givenchy’s Spring/Summer 2010 collection of accessories and footwear. The collection features a myriad of hyper modern gladiator, brogues, and bags with cut-outs and stud accents.   Hats off to designer Riccardo Tisci. Pictures after the jump.

Shouts to Hypebeast!

Check out some pictures of the sale merch after the jump!

In celebration of their one-year anniversay, Play Cloths is releasing a limited edition crew neck fleece in two color ways, get em while they last!

The crew neck fleece comes in black and heather grey with only 80 pieces per a color way available. Buy them online!

Check out Dave’s Quality Meats Fall/Winter 2009 Collection, photos after the jump!

Shouts to Slamxhype!