posted by Jgirl

Jun 26, 2007 1:09PM

ooh i love that dress! i think she looks good, mostly bc she doesn't look like she's trying too hard

posted by guest

Jun 26, 2007 1:19PM

exactly what was shown in the lookbook - check it
http://www.chris-benz.com/chris-benz-main.html

posted by sll

Jun 26, 2007 1:26PM

it screams post-tennis practice in tenafly, NJ, by way of loehmann's (source of the oversized plaid women's jacket).

she also seems to be holding down her hem which belies her discomfort with the length, not to mention the transparency, of the mini-dress.

overall, an awkward fashion moment. but points for keeping the tennies so white. she can wear them when she goes back to cheerleading camp next month.

posted by Kathryn

Jun 26, 2007 1:29PM

This is an all-time Streetwalker low. She looks like my mom did on the way to the country club circa 1983.

posted by Sarah

Jun 26, 2007 1:30PM

I really don't think the bag works with the outfit, but the outfit is alright.

posted by Sir

Jun 26, 2007 1:39PM

I like this outfit, despite our subject looking a bit uncomfortable. The shoes are so unorthodox, but I do think they really work. I'm a little on the fence about the blue top. Maybe Matthew can sway me one way or the other. And can we say, "CHANEL?" I must say that I've been having a personal affair with this brand for some time now.

posted by guest

Jun 26, 2007 1:53PM

hmm i understand shes going for a "look" but she looks a little too much like she's early for halloween. The shoes with the plaid oversized whatever-that-thing-is with more pastel underneath, ah! i actually don't hate the purse with the outfit, but unfortunately i do hate the outfit, so i guess that cancels my one good opinion out.

posted by helen

Jun 26, 2007 1:57PM

slouching like something out of a yeats poem is tres chic, don't you know.

seriously? her posture + the awkward leg position + the tugging at the bottom of the dress = she is well aware that her audience does not have the gynecological acumen that this outfit requires.

posted by Macy

Jun 26, 2007 2:03PM

You're all slobs. This outfit is gorgeous and very chic. Obviously she looks uncomfortable in the photo, it's not cool to smile like an idiot when some girl wants to take your picture for a blog!

posted by Matthew

Jun 26, 2007 2:09PM

For the record, I HATE Keds. You can dress them up with Chanel, or wear them in Buckingham Palace, they still suck. Also, do we know for a fact that that bag is genuine? ha. Yesterday I was assailed for my half-complimentary half-constructive comments, so I decided to be really nice today. ...This is a Long Island meets Canal Street disaster! (I'm sure Caroline loves it.)

posted by Kelly

Jun 26, 2007 2:12PM

I think the last line should be "easy breezy beautiful." It's good this blog is so educational because it seems like you all need some lessons in what actually looks good. This is so pretty!

posted by a lady

Jun 26, 2007 2:18PM

too contrived.

posted by Jenny

Jun 26, 2007 2:20PM

I must say that Fashionista always features interesting outfits. (And that's not me being sarcastic) Personal preference always makes a big difference in whether someone appreciates or doesn't appreciate an outfit you guys post (as opposed to models in a magazine that have been stylized to perfection)... personally, I would've liked this without the necklaces.

posted by Emily

Jun 26, 2007 2:23PM

I think of all the people in New York who write blogs about how they can't get a simple job at a magazine - cough, Ed2010, cough. They should really look at this girl as an example of what to wear.

posted by audrey

Jun 26, 2007 2:31PM

does anyone know where you can purchase chris benz in nyc?

posted by Sir

Jun 26, 2007 2:41PM

Helen, I laughed out loud at your "gynecological acumen" comment. I have never heard those two words used in the same sentence together and, even though it doesn't make much sense at all, I still think it's the funniest thing written on this board in some time.

Matthew, you are a Keds- hating fashionista of the world and should be lauded for your candid fashion honesty. However, please try to appreciate "the high and the low." I'm given pause, though, because I can only assume that this is an authentic purse (the "high") but, I must point out, you win extra points on the board today for bringing to light what could amount to the biggest fashion mistake ever, that is, rocking the countefeit. I don't see a CC monogram or any other distinguishing characteristics on this bag to assuage my fears that this might be a fake. The hardware isn't even suffciently detailed with any Chanel stampings. If this is the case, we have "the low and the low" and that, my dedicated fashionistas, makes this outfit instantly revocable.

posted by Matthew

Jun 26, 2007 2:56PM

Sir- Point taken. I actually do think that variety is the spice of life (contrary to some misconceptions I've heard previously here) BUT also realize that some spices can make you lose your lunch. I had similar observations about the handbag.... and that it looks like couch upholstery. But I digress. It troubles me that you're vilified here for speaking your mind and doing anything other than slavishly offering up praise, but I was born to be a martyr. :P

posted by Sir

Jun 26, 2007 3:12PM

Matthew, may you go down in the annals of fashion history wearing a CC diamond-encrusted halo. It's in the Chanel Cruise Collection this season.

posted by sfl

Jun 26, 2007 3:14PM

I praise you Matt for speaking your mind and touche on those keds! Gross and predictable of nylon to try and bring them back.

posted by Anon-a-mous

Jun 26, 2007 3:22PM

May I suggest, Matthew and Sir, you too crazy kids should go on a date.

posted by Chels

Jun 26, 2007 3:24PM

Another round of support for Matthew. I think he always has something thoughtful to say, even if I don't agree with him -- although i do here.

If we all agreed on fashion, we wouldn't be here and the magazine industry would a lot more somber and a lot less lucrative.

posted by i dont just like you. I like you, like you.

Jun 26, 2007 3:25PM

keds are the new wayfarer...and that coat is hideous.

the soft pink of the dress is promising.

posted by Matthew

Jun 26, 2007 3:30PM

Thanks you guys. We may not always agree, but in the midst of Fashion Catastrophe it's good to know that some of us can stand united. Trust me, it's us against the world. :)

posted by e

Jun 26, 2007 3:36PM

The jacket is a strange length--I'd probably wear something shorter or longer or just get rid of it all together. Love the purse.

posted by Faran

Jun 26, 2007 3:37PM

So much so that I'm afraid your comments will soon be deleted.

If you can intelligently say why you don't like an outfit, that's great, but dumping on someone in order to make yourself something of a personality on this blog is really boring.

Be warned.

posted by Ellen

Jun 26, 2007 3:38PM

MUHAHAHA. Faran I love you.

posted by Matthew

Jun 26, 2007 3:47PM

Faran- Wow. I thought I had articulately expressed why I don't like certain things. I didn't realize that there were guidelines or censorship here. If you think I'm dumping on people just for kicks or to make myself a "personality" then you've got me all wrong. I don't need this forum to "make" me into anything. Wow. I'm stunned.

posted by sfl

Jun 26, 2007 3:48PM

i will say i like the outfit and that jacket is smart. i would have liked to see black shoes to tie in the bag or some delicious pink or lavander peep toe or subtle sandals

posted by Matthew

Jun 26, 2007 3:49PM

Also, it's called humor, look it up.

posted by gene shinn

Jun 26, 2007 3:49PM

this a nice sight.

posted by Sir

Jun 26, 2007 3:52PM

wow. look out. big brother in the house. this blog is over before it began.

posted by Faran

Jun 26, 2007 3:54PM

Aw, don't be stunned, just be a little more aware.

For instance, the comment about the Chanel bag being real - well, it's real. An editor at a major fashion mag wouldn't carry around a faux bag; it could get them in incredible trouble with advertisers.

Plus, editors get major discounts on handbags, to the point of insanity. If we ever meet, I'll show you something I got from Prada last year as an example.

And yes, there is a bit of censorship on this blog's comment board, which we addressed last week:

http://www.fashionista.com/2007/06/post_216.php#comments

Also: we just like to mess with your heads a little bit. You certainly like to mess with ours. :)

posted by Faran

Jun 26, 2007 3:55PM

Aw, don't be stunned, just be a little more aware.

For instance, the comment about the Chanel bag being real - well, it's real. An editor at a major fashion mag wouldn't carry around a faux bag; it could get them in incredible trouble with advertisers.

Plus, editors get major discounts on handbags, to the point of insanity. If we ever meet, I'll show you something I got from Prada last year as an example.

And yes, there is a bit of censorship on this blog's comment board, which we addressed last week:

http://www.fashionista.com/2007/06/post_216.php#comments

Also: we just like to mess with your heads a little bit. You certainly like to mess with ours. :)

posted by Carrie Louise

Jun 26, 2007 3:58PM

Where can I go to buy some Chris Benz? Anywhere online?

I am going to NYC next month - where is it carried? Or anywhere in Atlanta?

Thanks!

posted by Katy

Jun 26, 2007 4:12PM

Um, I think Chris Benz made "tiny shorts" that go under this dress for a reason! It's too short and, in the right light, possibly see-through.

The dress is cute but not with the jacket. The jacket is too Esprit circa 1982.

Love the bag - just not with this ensemble.

posted by guest

Jun 26, 2007 4:33PM

You can see where to buy Chris Benz on his website, www.Chris-Benz.com.

posted by allie

Jun 26, 2007 4:47PM

the outfit is okay, but i feel like, overall, the shoes would take away from ANY outfit - they are just TOO white! white keds/converse should be a little dirtied up, always.

posted by guest

Jun 26, 2007 4:53PM

i've seen this particular look on a taller girl, and it actually is supposed to be a top. i think it looks like a "mini dress" on jenny because she's quite petite.

posted by k

Jun 26, 2007 5:11PM

ronherman.com for chris benz!

posted by Thalassa

Jun 26, 2007 9:06PM

I adore the Keds/old school sneakers with dress combo. It has such a fresh summery feel to it. And the subtle pink is very chic.

posted by liz

Jun 26, 2007 10:25PM

subtract distracting necklaces, add some sparkle w/ some simple diamond earrings. would wear this in the daytime. the bag confuses me, clearly not a bag to wear w/ this outfit. i would question the taste of anyone who thinks otherwise.

posted by sarfar345

Jun 26, 2007 11:00PM

i think the jacket it just too Cher Horowitz.
otherwise it's alright

posted by sll

Jun 26, 2007 11:08PM

that's funny... i was thinking more sheena easton, paula abdul and janet jackson, circa "Control" and "Straight Up!" of course they wore their men's jackets in harsh primaries with larger padded shoulders.

posted by bo

Jul 15, 2007 12:13PM

cute look but the dress is a little too short. i love everything else though

posted by susie

Jul 20, 2007 9:35PM

absolutely adorable!