I want one....

...my birthday is saturday so if anyone wants to break in and send me one (4 years early), you'll be loved forever! LOL

Know any men that need some sprucing up?

I know JUST the thing for Fall...

I have watched FiveFour Clothing grow and mature so much over the years and this is the best I've seen to date (damn I wish I was a dude...where's the ladies' line???) Here's a quick peek at the Fall look book:




Step your wardrobe up this fall fellas! Store coming soon until then check out www.fivefourclothing.com!!

Need summer threads??

I know where to go guys.....This weekend....

Be there or look silly and burnt all summer long...litterally....

Check out FiveFour

Did I neglect to mention...

HAPPY FASHION WEEK?!

I've been caught up in grind mode that I haven't even noticed all the eye candy lurking around the city and those undeniable tents. The city is in a flurry with fashion and model mayhem...and tomorrow I'M GOING TO ZAC POSEN!!! WOO WOO!!! So stay tuned for some lovely shenannies!!! But here's a taste from the Spring Collection...

WOW...another....bites..the...

Chapter 11...

So today I have to go return an Xmas gift I can't use for something I can at Circuit City. I figure this is an opportunity to maybe get a better surround sound because my roomate thought it wise to get one second hand. No we play musical speakers.

Anywho, I got to circuitcity.com and looky what I was met with:

Circuit City would like to thank all of the customers who have shopped with us over the past 60 years. Unfortunately, we announced on January 16, 2009, that we are going out of business.

Please check back later for updates about the status of our website. In the meantime, we hope the information below will help answer most of your questions.

What's going on at Circuit City?

• Due to challenges to our business and the continued bleak economic environment, Circuit City is going out of business and the company's assets will be liquidated to pay off creditors.
• The process was extremely difficult and we were left with no other choice but to liquidate. Circuit City had a proud heritage of serving the public for 60 years and we deeply regret the impact this decision will have on our associates, our customers and the communities where we have operated stores and other facilities.
• We had hoped to be able to emerge from Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection as a stronger, more competitive company and we made significant progress during the reorganization to improve our business. Unfortunately, the economic climate is so poor that we have no choice other than liquidation.
• Liquidators will start arriving in our 567 stores across the U.S. over the weekend, and closing sales will start as early as Saturday, January 17. Closing sales will run as long as it takes to sell existing inventory, but are expected to wrap up by the end of March. When the liquidation sales are completed, the stores will be closed.
• At the company's corporate offices in Richmond, Virginia, a small staff will remain on duty during the completion of the liquidation process; most associates will be relieved of their duties immediately.
• Consistent with federal labor laws, Circuit City associates are receiving 60-days notice of the termination of their employment. Those who stay on to help with the liquidation, of course, will receive pay and benefits. Those who are dismissed earlier will be receiving pay and benefits for the 60-day period beginning January 16, 2009.
• Associates at our company headquarters will be asked to come back on Monday, January 19, to find out more about their status and to retrieve their personal belongings.

Are you also shutting down your operations in Canada?

• No, our Canadian operations will continue. They are not affected by the liquidation of Circuit City's U.S. operations. The Canadian operations employ approximately 3,000 associates.

How many people are losing their jobs as a result of this action?

• Circuit City employs approximately 34,000 associates in the U.S.

Can you provide some background on Circuit City?

• Founded in 1949 as the Wards Company, Circuit City is headquartered in Richmond, Virginia. At the time of the liquidation announcement (January 16, 2009), the company operated 567 stores in 153 media markets in the U.S. and approximately 765 retail stores and dealer outlets in Canada.
• For a timeline history of the company, go to http://investor.circuitcity.com, and click on Company Information.

Will Circuit City stores continue to accept Circuit City gift cards?

• Yes, customers holding Circuit City gift cards may redeem them at full value at our stores during the liquidation sales. Once the stores are closed and the company is out of business, the gift cards will have no value.

Are Circuit City's extended warranties affected by the liquidation?

• No. Circuit City Advantage Protection Plans® (extended warranties) have been backed by third-party independent companies for more than 15 years and as a result, are not impacted by Circuit City's closing.
• Currently, all Circuit City Advantage Protection Plans are fully backed by the Assurant Solutions companies. Assurant Solutions operates as Federal Warranty Service Corporation, Sureway, Inc., and United Service Protection, Inc. Assurant Solutions is part of Assurant, Inc. (NYSE: AIZ), and its extended service contacts are backed by an Assurant insurance subsidiary rated A "Excellent" by A.M. Best Co.

When will the liquidation sales begin?

• Liquidation sales begin as early as Saturday, January 17, 2009, and will last as long as it takes to sell through the merchandise at each of the stores. We expect the sales to wrap up by the end of March 2009.

How much will merchandise be marked down, and can customers negotiate prices for the merchandise?

• There will be clearance pricing, but specific discounts are not being announced. All sale prices are at the discretion of the liquidator. Prices are non-negotiable and all adjustments must be approved by the liquidator's on-site managers.

What payment types will be accepted at the liquidation stores?

• Stores in liquidation will accept cash, Circuit City gift cards and most credit cards. Personal checks will not be accepted. All sales are final.

Will Circuit City's price matching policy or the One Price Promise^SM apply during the liquidation sale?

• Because the liquidation company is in charge of the sales at the closing stores, their policies are in force. So, One Price Promise does not apply during liquidation events, nor does the company's Unbeatable Price Guarantee. All sales are final.

What about returns and refunds?

• Customers can return products they purchased prior to January 16 for a 14-day period for exchange or refunds. All other terms of return policy are in force.
• When closing sales begin on or around January 17, 2009, all sales will be final.

Will delivery service be available for products purchased from liquidation stores?

• Yes, home delivery service will still be available for products purchased from liquidation stores.

Will Circuit City offer home theater installations during the closing sale?

• No, we will not be offering home installation services.

Will Circuit City offer PC services and repairs at liquidation stores during the closing sale?

• Services already underway at the liquidation stores will be completed promptly, but no additional jobs will be accepted at these stores.

Will car electronics installations be available at liquidation stores during the closing sale?

• Yes, Circuit City stores will continue to offer car electronics installation during the closing sale.

Will Circuit City's extended warranties still be available on products purchased from liquidation stores?

• Yes, we're making no changes to our Circuit City Advantage Protection Plans®. Coverage is national and purchases will still be protected just as they always were.
• Circuit City Advantage Protection Plans® have been backed by third-party independent companies for more than 15 years and as a result, are not impacted by Circuit City's bankruptcy or liquidation.
• Currently, all Circuit City Advantage Protection Plans are fully backed by the Assurant Solutions companies. Assurant Solutions operates as Federal Warranty Service Corporation, Sureway, Inc., and United Service Protection, Inc. Assurant Solutions is part of Assurant, Inc. (NYSE: AIZ), and its extended service contacts are backed by an Assurant insurance subsidiary rated A "Excellent" by A.M. Best Co.

What if a customer purchased products at one of the closing stores and the product needs service?

• For products covered under the manufacturer's warranty, customers should call the manufacturer.
• For products covered under Circuit City Advantage®, guests can call the toll-free number that is printed on the bottom of the product receipt.

YIKES!!!!

Now presenting...

Mr Obama's Styling choices...So I brought you Michelle's submissions for the inauguration, now it's her man's turn and might I add, some very dapper choices:

From DSquared2...oh how I love this duo...

Brooks Brothers....um um um nothin like a brother in Brooks Brothers...ALWAYS classic..

Brooks Brothers 2....

Brioni....

Mr. Kenneth Cole....I like it even if it does seem slightly casual..

Ermenegildo Zenga....LOVE LOVE LOVE the blue...

Marc Jacobs....(sidebar: why does he REFUSE to use the brown crayon?!?!)

Elle Tahari....ZEXXXY! lol

Richard James for Saville Row....me likey and the presentation...

Reem Acra....GORG!! I love the entire family!

Rag and Bone...Very classic and homage to house slave the glory days...

Paul Smith....I like PS but this is boring for such a big night...

Nautica.....Ok Nautica...but maybe for some charity ball...

Tommy Hilfiger...IT'S THE BLACK JAMES BOND! doot doot doo doo...

Thom Browne....it's too loosely translated...I just ...huh? And is it going to rain?

Sean John...Me likey this one and those who aren't hip to the non-street wear side of Sean John need to wise up. He has some very nice pieces in his collections (perhaps because he Ike's his team...nonetheless...)

Sean John 2...(ps..why do the drawing look like Barack had a really bad pilates class???)

Salvatore Ferragamo...always knows how to make a man somewhat more refined...

Turnbull and Associates...I dunno how I feel about the shirt...

Tim Hamilton 1...I love double-breasted....

Tim Hamilton 2....

For more and for many day looks, check out WWD

Started shopping yet?

Hidey ho holiday shoppers! Have you started your Chrismachanukwanzica shopping? Well here's a place you can start! With some of my favorite people and designs at Five Four Clothing!

This weekend if you are in the LA area, be sure to check out their warehouse sale (and don't be afraid to set aside something for M. to FedEx ;P).

Happy Shopping!!!...I'm so jeal...

Who wants to make the 1st lady's dress?

So the race is ON to create Michelle Obama's Inaugaration dress. Here are most of the creations submitted and you can find the rest at WWD


Peter Som

Nicole Miller

Isaac Mizrahi..me likey, especially the little girls' additions..

Badgley Mischka..AH-MAZING!

Monique Lhuillier...Flawless, I totally want her (or Miss Westwood) to make my wedding dress should I ever shoot myself in that way lol...(I'd do it for the dress alone lol)

Karl Lagerfield for Chanel...

Christian Larcroix 1...

..and 2...

Michael Kors...so chic...me likey...

Kai Milla...now I like this but as a Chocolate sista myself, WE LIKE COLOR! and on such a glorious shining moment as your husband accepting the presidency, UMMM IMA NEED SHELLY SHELL to GLOW!

Marc Jacobs....question: Why does the drawing look like a washed out Jackie O? Come on Marc how is she supposed to envision herself when you didn't even bust out your cocoa colored pencil lmao!

Carolina Herrera...very classic

Elie Tahari....BEAUTIFUL!

Oscar de la Renta....again love the daughters additions although the ruffles belong on the youngest...but the detail on the dress is gorgeous...

A big WTF to Betsy Johnson...(fyi, you ain't getting picked lol)

Rachel Roy....um this is boring...COME ON!

Rodarte....I actually LOVE this design..I think it might be too much for typical Michelle but if she chooses it I think it'll look great on her and the girls...

Zac Posen #1....

and Posen #2....

And finally Tracy Reese....

Go look at the rest of the designs including everyday wear....I can't wait to see what she chooses (I hope it's not from the Black Market lol).....

Thoughts Head Casers? I know some of you are Fashionistas...