Dress Rehearsal.

clothing pictured above from Stephanie Lake's private collection, including her Bonnie Cashin archives.

pictured below: Emma Berg's full F/W 2013 collection

photos by Michael Dodes of Mill City Men

featured designer: Emma Berg

styling: Jahna Peloquin

masks: Jesse Draxler

make-up/hair: Haus Salon

jewelry, vintage/antique clothing: c/o Stephanie Lake

No words necessary, just happy I had the pleasure of attending this show in all its' glorious-ness(not a word, I know). 

Vintage Dresses + Vintage Cars.

photos by Michael Dodes of Mill City Men

dress: vintage, belt: Moschino, PVC heels: Marc Jacobs, men's document holder worn as clutch: H&M, watch: Michael Kors

Regarding this outfit I wore for the Dress Rehearsal Benefit, Mustache Mike of Midnorth Mercantile said it best,"Davee, was that you I saw wearing a dress the other week? It was nice." I really wanted to throw a baseball cap on this outfit though. #truestorybro

MNfashion: The Shows, Day 1

photos by Michael Dodes of Mill City Men

My favorites from MNfashion's The Shows Day 1 mainly consist of menswear, but I wouldn't mind getting married in Ivan Idland's cream concoction above (photos 7,8) or throwing the lace button-up over a bikini (photos 4,5,6). But what I'm obsessing over is Max Lohrbach's shredded leggings and top to match (photos 1,11). I've already requested the leggings to be made in "my special size". And I can't go without mentioning the appreciation I have for Nicole Larson's minimalism applied to her mostly men's collection (photos 9,10).

Serene Supreme.

top photo by Madison Dube, bottom photo by Serene Enloe for Serene Supreme

Everyday I'm polaroidin' - seriously though. Was fortunate enough to be part of a cool polaroid project by Serene Enloe (top photo not a part of it). You can check out the project and my full set of photos/interview here. Some background information on Serene Supreme:

"a photo project that not only showcases her portraits, but introduces a new interesting person through Polaroids, a short Q & A, and links to the person’s work and/or art. A little anthropological and a little bit of fun."

the world is yours.

photo by Kevin Walker

"Getting lost is not a waste of time." -Paul Bailey

Emma Berg F/W 2013 Preview & Highcroft Merch.

photos by Chris McDuffie & myself

Styling: Jahna Peloquin

Models: Vision Model Mgmt

Emma Berg goes through a transformation every season - and though the aesthetic of the collection changes, one thing remains: never skimping on the details. From what I can make of the preview pieces, this season's collection is moody, with a sense of regal elegance. She paired rich fabrics (navy, leather, taffeta) with masks made by Jesse Draxler (godfather of collages) using photographs of models' hands taken by Madison Dube. Essentially, the perfect addition to Emma's collection as it added just the right amount of interest and edge. As a huge fan of midriff-baring, my favorite of the night was easily the velvet crop top and asymmetrical floral skirt combination. 

As for Highcroft Merch, conveniently located in the Graves Hotel (down the street from my work), my affinity for men's boutiques says that this will be new my lunchtime jaunt. 

Emma Berg's full collection is debuting tonight at the Dress Rehearsal Benefit at the MIA - see you there. xx

Flux: U of M Senior Fashion Show

photos by Michael Dodes of MillCityMen

My first year attending the U of M Senior Show & I'm a little ashamed I hadn't gone sooner. I've always heard great things, but I think what makes the Senior Show stand out is: a slew of young talent with fresh perspectives. Not to say the veterans are boring (far from it), just refreshing to see the rookies take a stab at it and impressive when they exceed expectations and deliver wonderfully executed and thoughtfully designed pieces. My favorites of the night: Claire Ward, Rika Van Heerde & Ellie Hottinger. Though there was plenty of talent that strutted down the runway - Claire Ward takes the cake for being most innovative. PVC, interesting material choices, crazy embellishments and dip-dye - the girl clearly knows the way to my heart (photos 5-7). #gimmeeverything