exclusive interview with proenza schouler

An exclusive interview with the rad designer duo behind Proenza Schouler. The designers share their inspiration and design process behind the one-of-a-kind, timeless PS1 satchels, which have become insanely iconic to say the least. I owned a glorious black one, but sadly had to resell it in order to build funds for school and travel expenses. Now, I want one again -- aaah, the woes of trying to control my fashion addiction.

Currently, Net-a-Porter has the PS1 available in awesome colors.

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cocktails and cobblestone roads

(wearing vintage boy's blazer, F21 babydoll cutout dress, Proenza Schouler PS1 bag, H&M shield sunglasses, Jeffrey Campbell clogs that I can't seem to ever take off!)

Ok, just to recap a little...this Easter weekend was pretty delightful to say the least. If there's one thing I love more than anything it's spending quality moments with people I love, catching up on old times with the familia, reminiscing on stories when we were scruffy and odd little kids, and scarfing down on loads of Filipino food and ever so sweet Port wine. Can't help but feel a bit sappy these past couple of days.

Also, spent a lovely Friday with my boyfriend Lucas just strolling through SoHo, NYC and addictively ogling the many street vendors that were sprawled throughout Broadway and Prince Streets. If I could get my hands on leather triple roped bracelets in every hue, ornate rock star rings, and a myriad of pendant and charmed necklaces, I'd scoop them up in a HEART BEAT. We concluded our day with a lovely dinner and champagne cocktails at Barmarché. Their grilled shrimp salad and steak frites were out of this world scrumptious.

Took some streetstyle shots of some awesomely stylish people as well...stay tuned for those upcoming posts!


ps: If you guys find yourself debating on those JC clogs...here's a little tip from me, BUY THEM if you still can. They're ridiculously comfortable, quirky, and you'll find yourself walking the entire day not feeling an ounce of pain.

a storied journey through time

(my mom's going to kill me if she found out I posted her, but ah well.)

(wearing Sarah Jessica Parker Bitten trench, H&M organic hoodie, F21 shift dress, Proenza Schouler PS1 bag, Jeffrey Campbell Charli-C clogs)

Took a spontaneous Sunday "field trip" to NYC's long renowned AMNH with my bf and familia. I felt a bit nostalgic since I remember touring that museum when I was a little scruffy kid, especially when I peeked out of the 81st street station only to find that much-beloved Central Park as the first of my sightings. Ah, memories!

After strolling through the many eyeful historic exhibits from T-Rex to Genghis Khan (which strangely reminded me of Stiller's Night at the Museum this time around), we pretty much concluded our little tour with a must-see seating at the trippy space show, Journey to the Stars. Go Whoopi! If you haven't been, just gooo! I guarantee you'll have a delightful and may I stress again "TRIPPY" experience. My mom cracked me up too, saying that she wished she could turn her bedroom into one of those dome screens and just fall asleep watching artificial shooting stars and auroras all night long. haha!

ps: Thanks guys for the lovely comments on my previous "trinket" post. I'll continue to shop for more little addictive knickknacks to add to my humble abode and keep you updated.

proenza schouler fall 2010

the prim and proper collegiate co-ed (with a slight dose of dark edge).
i think this collection tops as one of my faves this season. well done.


source: coutorture

proenza schouler S/S 09

The fashion industry's "It-boys," Jack McCollough and Lazaro Hernandez showcase their Spring 2009 collection with a vengeance so to speak. Putting their usual prettier, feminine frocks to the side for the time being, these guys brought along a more upbeat, 80s kind of vibe to each of their pieces. With models strutting down the runway (with pouty red lips, quirky round sunglasses, and evident Jerry Hall-ish flowing hair), Proenza Schouler executed this collection in the form of bold, broad shoulders, funky jumpsuits, silky parachute pants, high-waists, vintagey dresses, hardcore leathers, and a definite, gutsy take on the dolman sleeve.

Although a number of these pieces can be quite wearable, I don't think this collection is meant for the faint-hearted. Though it seems their exposed bra-cup tops and dresses still stand as their trademark hit, I just think this particular collection does comes across as a definite head-turner and deserves a worthy mention. What do you guys think?