Friday, July 10, 2009

ATTENTION ALL MODELS ... It's Officially Going Down!!!

The COCA MEDIA GROUP has been busy the past two days, so we apologize if you've been missing out on the PH-Certified posts we bring u on a daily basis. Next week we'll be back with our regular program. That said, check out the official MODEL CALL brought to you by yours truly in collaboration with our fellow style fam counterparts ... IF YOU'RE A MODEL OR KNOW SOMEONE WHO IS, PLEASE PASS ALONG THE MODEL CALL INFORMATION!

All model inquires should contact: Ebone McCloud, 773.640.9537, emccloud7@hotmail.com or Lanre Masha, 773.640.8177, lanre@cocamediagroup.com

Wednesday, July 8, 2009

and when my makeup is on I feel like a ROCKSTAR ...








Models backstage in hair and makeup mode
Jean Paul Gaultier Fall Couture 2009 Fashion Show
Photo Credits: Delphine Achard

CLICK.FLASH.POSE: Benetton Ads Are the Best!




Allow me to let you in on a lil secret of my own - I have a fetish for fashion Ads and I only buy fashion magazines to rip out the ads. Truthfully, if it wasn't for Ads some of our favs would've closed their doors a long time ago. One major rule in publishing: Ads sell everything else is secondary! So true, did you know that Ad sales equates the number of pages a magazine or newspaper are allowed each issue? That's right, No Ads chances are your newspaper of magazine is as thin as the newsletter it derived from, lol.

For myself, Ads tell more of a story when it comes to that particular collection opposed to your routine fashion layouts that's 'blah' with a white or black background. That said, United Colors of Benetton has always been one of my favorites when it comes to tearing out Ads [If you're lucky they treat you to downloading the catalog for the season]. The Creative Director must be on fashion overload - from the hairstyles and wardrobe to the accessories and model positioning [sigh] I absolutely live!

Which fashion houses or labels have the best Ads to you?

THE HAT OF THE SOUTH SIDE!





You can catch Public Enemies in theaters now, but to the find the hats John Dillinger is wearing in the Movie, Come to the southside of Chicago. Optimo hats is located on the South Side of Chicago, and is one of the last remaining traditional hat shops in the world. In addition to their wide selection of custom-made hats, they offer a complete range of hat services, from cleaning and blocking to complete renovations. Check them out here..


Optimo Hats
10215 S. Western Ave.
Chicago, IL 60643
phone: 773-238-2999

Gucci Drivers

Gucci-Rubber sole moccasin in dark blue suede with horsebit and G script detail. Made in Italy. $420

Asos Fall 2009





Brand: ASOS
Season: Fall 2009

Tuesday, July 7, 2009

International Swagger: Feiyue = Flying Forward



ABOUT FEIYUE SNEAKERS

Originating in Shanghai, the Feiyue sneaker first appeared in the 1920s. This small shoe made of light material, that has guided the paths of all social classes in China, has crossed continents, arriving in Europe in 2006, where it was picked up by a team of French enthusiasts, fascinated by sneakers and urban culture.

Losing nothing of its vintage and authentic charm, Feiyue has undergone a series of transformations. With a gradual evolution of practices, blending in French and international influences, the brand is now set to conquer the walkways of Western cities.

Considerable work has been conducted on improving quality standards: with a complete revision of the original form and more carefully selected materials, the resulting shoe combines aesthetics with durability. With these modifications complete, the very first collection was launched in France in February 2006. Since then, Feiyue has seen many different varieties and is constantly changing - its name in Chinese, pronounced “Feî-ué”, means “Flying Forward” … Innovative models are thus constantly appearing, sporting new colors and new materials.

Read more of the company's bio here. *Thanks for keeping me in the trenches Marquis of Lateboots*

CLICK.FLASH.POSE: NiNi Style


Wearing: Comme des Garcons soccer ball jacket, Theory satin blouse, Superfine Jean, YSL booties, Givenchy bag, and Metropark sunglasses.

What I did as a fashion designer for both Gucci and YSL was to create a character and then costume that character throughout her life - Tom Ford


'Rain' Flat boots with Gucci script logo and rubber sole, $270


'Iconic' Flat boots with interlocking G details, side zip closure and rubber sole, $795


'Janis' Flat boots with hand stitching, $1395


'Division' Flat over-the-knee boots with inside zip closure, $2590

Source

C.O.C.A Style Events: ESCADA Preview Party

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