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RE COLLECTION Is A Chic Designer Label, Recollections Victorian Wear Is Not

Leonora EpsteinAugust 22, 2009 //

The other day while browsing in Barneys, I came across a gorgeous cardigan by a company called RE COLLECTION. With an unusual tuxedo lapel, the piece was so interesting that I decided to take note of the label and research it further for a possible Frisky post. Yet, when I sat down to Google “recollection clothing,” the first thing that popped up was decidedly not the fancy label, but this, “Recollections: Historic, Romantic Clothing Reminiscent of Centuries Past.” And here’s why you’ll love it.

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A Look At MJ’s Costumes For The Tour That Never Was

Leonora EpsteinJuly 3, 2009 //

Michael Jackson‘s costumes for his upcoming tour look like they would have been a veritable fashion show of MJ classics (not to rub salt in the wound, or anything). Described as an “over the top wardrobe,” costume designers Dennis Tompkins and Michael Bush worked with Jackson who wanted to take things to a new, higher level. This resulted in a collection that brought back to life Jackson’s golden days with his flashy fingerless glove, military jackets, a Billie Jean jacket adorned with over seven pounds of Swarovski crystals. The highlight of the styles, however, has to be the redesigned “Thriller” jacket outfitted with fiber-optic lights that would flash in time with the music. While the costume designers say that Michael was enthusiastic in his last days—performing routines with huge energy, and eager to get the show started—his measurements show that he was incredibly thin with a 27 3/4-inch waist. Regardless, pictures and memories like these will allow Michael’s show to go on. [People] Keep reading »

Costume Designers Dish About Chuck Bass and Don Draper

Jessica WakemanJune 8, 2009 //

“To me, to pick the right blouse with the right sensibility feels in some ways like art. I’m an artist, but I’m painting with clothes.”

That’s totally the sort of obtuse thing Karl Lagerfeld would say, but it’s actually a quote from Eric Daman, the costume designer for “Gossip Girl.” Good, because we’d expect nothing less than putting Michaelangelo-esque precision into dressing Chuck Bass!

The New York Times‘s Television section [interviewed costume designers from hit shows like “Gossip Girl” and “Mad Men” and shook them down for some secrets. Our favorites after the jump… Keep reading »

Slideshow: Halloween Costumes Worn By Celebs And YOU!

Catherine StrawnNovember 3, 2008 //

This weekend the stars (and you) got all decked out to celebrate Halloween. Some looked naughty (Carmen Electra and Christina Milian), some scared us in the best way possible (Heidi Klum), and others were just too freakin’ cute for words (Jennifer Garner and daughter Violet). Keep reading to see a slideshow of celebrity costumes and photos of what Frisky readers and staff wore… Keep reading »

What’s Your Halloween Costume?

Catherine StrawnOctober 30, 2008 //

It’s nearly October 31, aka All Hallows’ Eve, aka Halloween, aka the one day a year you are allowed to be someone else. So, what are you dressing up as? I haven’t decided whether I’m dressing up this year, though my last two costumes — a Gucci bag and Ugly Betty — were amazing, if I do say so myself. Amelia is going as Samantha Ronson with a friend of hers who is dressing up as gal-pal Lindsay Lohan, Simcha is going to be She-Ra Princess of Power (He-Man’s twin sister). Like me, Annika’s not dressing up (she’ll be drinking Hennessey coladas instead), but her sister is dressing up as a leprechaun, which sounds like an awesome costume. Leigh is dressing up as Blair from “Gossip Girl,” of course.

What’s your costume? Tell us in the comments. And, if your costume is really awesome, send a photo to tips@thefrisky.com, and we’ll post a few on Monday.

Having trouble figuring out who to be? Read these:

  • Gwen Stefani’s Halloween Costume Is Making Me Hungry
  • Halloween Costumes: Juno & Paulie Bleeker Or Blair Waldorf & Chuck Bass On The Cheap!
  • Be The Palin Family For Halloween!
  • Halloween Costumes: True Blood Or Madonna & A-Rod On The Cheap!

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    Halloween: A Scary AND Safe Holiday

    Catherine StrawnOctober 25, 2008 //

    If you’re dressing up for a Halloween party or carving a pumpkin this weekend, be safe! A talking jack-o-lantern and his friends Corey, Corey’s dad, Jeremy, and Jessica give you some tips in this awesome educational film from 1985. We don’t want you to be the one who accidentally cuts off part of her finger and has to be rushed to the emergency room, now do we. Keep reading »

    Quick Pic: Could Chuck Bass Get Any Cooler?

    The FriskyAugust 22, 2008 //

    Ed Westwick’s character’s costumes just keep getting sillier. And we love it. This guy is the playboy of St. Jude’s School for Boys and he’s dressed like the biggest dandy. Love it. [Filming Gossip Girl, Queens, NY, 8/21/08] Keep reading »

    The Frisky Girl’s Guide to Wearing Lingerie

    Jessica BartlettApril 11, 2008 //

    The night before Valentine’s Day this year, I received a frantic text message from my friend Sara, who I knew was on a mission to pick up something frilly to wear for her new boyfriend. “OMG, I’m in the store and I don’t even know what the eff a garter belt is. Help…” I flipped open my cell phone and left her a message that was one for the books: “Sara,” I said sternly, “if you don’t know what a garter belt is, he sure as hell won’t know how to take one off. Look for a babydoll top and cute underwear. Step AWAY from the garter belts.” Keep reading »

    Shayna Ferm & The Upper Deckers: “Walk Of Shame”

    Amelia McDonell-ParryMarch 7, 2008 //

    Um, give this band a Grammy, stat! Thanks to Glamour.com for pointing out the stupendous song and accompanying video for “Walk of Shame”, a tune penned by Shayna Ferm & The Upper Deckers. We’ve all been there (well, we have) and some of the memories make us cringe and laugh — but now they’ll make us dance. But all that got us thinking…what’s your worst/funniest/most awkward walk of shame story? On Halloween about five years ago, I actually went as “The Walk Of Shame” (man’s button-down, high heels, smeared lipstick, phone number on my hand, bedhead, etc.), then ended up going home with a fellow (he was dressed as a chicken, if you were curious) and had to do the walk of the shame the next morning in my walk of shame costume. Oh, and I broke a heel running down a flight of stairs. Beat that! Share your stories, in the comments. Keep reading »

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