Bunny Yeager’s Darkroom

Reflecting on pin-up photography's hottest femme fatale

In a time of rampant racism and sexism, before the word feminism had entered the American lexicon, there was a culture of taboo surrounding scantily clad pin-up girls that was dominated by men with cameras. In a scenario where women were always on one side the lens, an industrious young lady made a name for herself on both. The stunning Bunny Yeager started as a …

Baggu Fall/Holiday 2012

New materials and fresh colors give the standard tote new life

If tote bags have any kind of cache, carrying a bright Baggu is at the top of the list. Since its release, the affordable Standard Baggu has been made over in bold, graphic prints as well as solid styles in every color of the rainbow. Now Baggu has one-upped their practical yet chic nylon and canvas backpacks and weekender bags with hold-alls in suede and …

High Fashion Low Countries

Emerging designers from The Netherlands and Belgium showcase their best efforts in contemporary design

Over the last year or so a number of smaller nation players in the global fashion game have gotten a creative boost from new cultural institutions funded by their respective government organizations. In the Netherlands, a new venture called High Fashion Low Countries has been initiated by the Dutch Embassey in Brussels. The show examines innovation in fashion and the popular contemporary idea of “slow …