So This Is Probably A Good Idea.

The CFDA (or Council of Fashion Designers of America for you muggles) just introduced a guideline for New York Fashion Week recommending that models produce ID proving they are at least 16 before hopping on the runway.  Now first of all, whatever, I am sure plenty of girls will just get fakes.  It is really hard to stop a teenage girl from getting what she wants, especially if all it takes is a convincing fake ID.  But at least they will have to put forth some effort and really contribute to their "unsettling glamorization" as Huffington Post puts it.

Thylane Loubry Blondeau

Now a few weeks back, a friend forwarded me this pic of Thylane Loubry Blondeau that was making the rounds, and suggested that I comment on the whole sitch.  My response was "eh, it's really a gorgeous picture.  I don't really have a problem with it."  Yeah yeah, I am a monster, I know.  

So why do I now think that carding teens to get on the runway sounds like a reasonable idea when I wasn't too bothered by these Lolita pics?  First of all, a photo shoot can be a controlled, parentally guided, non-public situation.  Yeah maybe they are crap parents, maybe they aren't there at all, but hopefully they are.  Second, if there is a tiny bee sting nip slip, it's not exposed to the masses, just to one pervo old photographer.  Third, it's art, albiet art that walks a close line to the inappropriate, but a lot of good art does that.  This pic of Miss Thylane is as much a commentary about the glamorization of babes as much as it just plain glamorization.  So maybe those aren't good excuses.  Who am I to say?

WWD via Huff Po

Trends I Love But Can't Seem to Find a Use For In My Life: Leather Mini

So I love leather.  Sorry vegans and animal rights activists.  It smells nice.  It looks nice.  It can be rock and roll or bohemian.  It's awesome.  That is probably why I like this cute little leather mini by Joie.  I think it is totally adorable for the fall.  Maybe with tights or something.  The cognac color is beautiful.  It's short  and kicky without being obscene.  But I have really no use in my life for this trend.  Don't get me wrong, I totally wish I did.  Maybe it's because I live in Orange County and the temp usually stays in the 70's and 80's through the fall.  But I really can't think of a single appropriate place or time where I, personally, would wear this skirt (except maybe as part of my sexy Khaleesi costume).  Maybe the black version of this skirt would be more versatile because it's a little more "going out" looking.

Buy it here.

Trends I Cannot Get Behind: Maxi Skirts

Ugh.  Come on people.  Maxi skirts like this Ella Moss monstrosity at ShopBop might be comfortable, but they are not figure flattering on any soul who inhabits this planet.  I am pretty sure they are less flattering than sweat pants.  So unless you are some sort of religious fundamentalist or having a Reality Bites themed party, let's just go ahead and let this one pass quietly in the night.

Really?

craftables!

how cute is this little piece of art from amazeblog (I just made that up) Whatever: 

All you need is a box of crayons, a canvas and a hairdryer.

I am in love! and ready to get crafting!

Click here for instructions.

Forever Friday: Chocolate Lovin

So I have this problem.  Sometimes weird crap speaks to me for no apparent reason.  Like this chocolate metallic mesh nonsense.  I feel like the chocolateyness kinda tones down the hoochiness.  Or maybe I am just imagining that.  Whatever, it's only $22.80.

Buy it!

Get Your School Spirit On.

Aw. Nostalgia.  Also it looks super soft.  And it's $12 at Target, cheaper than anything you can find in the bookstore.

(they have a Harvard tee too if you are into that sort of thing - but you can also find that at Forever 21)

Buy it.

Hello, Sweetness.

I like this top because:

1. It's feminine and pink without being too twee or silly;
2. There is some weird boob jungle gym thing going on, but it doesn't bother me; and
3.  It would look equally cute with a dark pair of skinnies or tucked into a pencil skirt for work.


Bellini Breakfast Top at Modcloth.