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August 13, 2012

Girls That Dress Like Patti Smith

A poet and singer/songwriter, she’s known as the “Godmother of Punk” after making a major splash in the mid-seventies in the New York punk scene. Beyond her musical talents, she’s never fails to look badass. While it’s usually a bunch of black oversized dress shirts and blazers these days, she’s had a few looks that would make any street fashion photographer today squeal. Maybe great style really never ages? Here are a few celebs and fashion bloggers spotted in looks Patti rocked back in the day. read more…

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Fashion
July 30, 2012

TOP 10: Famous Artist Accessories

Whether it’s a product of their personal style, the trends of the time, or their stylist’s sartorial direction, some of the biggest stars in music (past and present) have a signature accessory that defines their look. Now, it’s not to say they were the first to wear it or that they’ll be the last, but somehow, they’ve made a lasting impression on how we look at everything from a flower crown to a round pair of sunglasses to a dramatic top-hat. Maybe you’ll want to test drive some of these iconic styles yourself? read more…

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Lifestyle
July 16, 2012

Hits & Misses: Artists Turned Designers

There seems to be a new celebrity clothing line coming out every time you sneeze, and a lot of the folks jumping on this moneymaking bandwagon are musicians. Maybe it’s not about the money. Maybe they’re just so full of creative energy that they need to find another outlet? It’s up for debate how much “designing” these stars do, but one thing is for certain: musical talent doesn’t necessarily translate to making chic, high quality garments. For example: read more…

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Lifestyle
July 3, 2012

Azealia vs. Azalea

Two female MCs that have been garnering a lot of attention lately share a hard-to-notice coincidence: their names. But they’ve got their differences. So they’re not on the best of terms. Also, they’re from totally different ends of the world! Azealia Banks proudly hails from NYC and Iggy Azalea’s from Down Under. Do they have anything else in common other than their floral inspired names and hip-hop careers? Well, here are a few similarities: read more…

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Lifestyle
June 25, 2012

TOP 5: Rockstar Girlfriends

It’s common knowledge that girl dig musicians right? Whether it’s their skill on the mic, ability to shred a 14-minute guitar solo, or any possibility that you may have a song written about you, you’ve probably fantasized about dating one at least once. Well, sometimes it’s the girlfriends that steal the spotlight with their kick-ass style…and - sometimes - a music career of their own. read more…

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Fashion
June 11, 2012

The All Mighty Grace Jones

When I think of musicians turned fashion icons, Grace Jones is one of the first to come to mind. A model turned actress turned singer originally from Jamaica, Grace was most popular in the 70s and 80s. In the Studio 54 days, she was a muse to Andy Warhol. Later on, she got signed to Island Records came out with a bunch of danceable hits. Yeah, she was busy, but not too busy to inspire generations of fashionistas to come with her avant-garde outfits and ‘dos! read more…

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