PULL UP TO MY BUMPER BABY!

Jamaican icon Grace Jones "graces" the Spring Preview 2009 issue of V magazine this month.





Is it me or is she still one of the baddest people out there?!?

For those of you who doubt her greatness and question her iconic status--please take a look at this video and let me know your thoughts!

www.youtube.com/watch?v=7sSdRRb8oEg

By the way, the spread was shot by the fabulous art director Jean-Paul Goude. The two recently reunited after 25 years.

More pics to come!

AND WE'RE BACK!

Ok, we're taking it to the chin with this one!

We know that we haven't posted for a little while but life has been a little crazy, starting with the Obama inauguration! But no excuses!!!

Moving forward.

MICHELLE OBAMA CHOOSES ISABEL TOLEDO FOR SWEARING-IN CEREMONY

Michelle Obama has chosen a sparkling yellow dress and coat by Cuban American designer Isabel Toledo for the swearing-in ceremony in Washington today. The first lady looks polished but celebratory in a shade of yellow that echoes the sunny day.

Toledo attended FIT and Parsons in New York City and has been designing under her own name in New York for more than 20 years. She's a fashion-insider favorite who sells at Barneys New York and is married to the fashion illustrator Ruben Toledo. Most recently, she was creative director of Anne Klein, where she presented a couple of wonderful collections on the runway in New York.

Michelle Obama's wonderful dress retails for $1500 and will hit Barney's in March. Her green shoes are Jimmy Choo's "glacier" pumps.

PRESIDENT BARACK OBAMA

The team here at Guerilla Style Tactics would like to CONGRATULATE Barack H. Obama on becoming our 44th President in the United States of America. Not only is he our 44th president but he is our 1st African American president. We look forward to many great things as now it's time to say "out with the old and in with the new." You may now continue jumping for joy!

See more pictures from the inauguration below:

HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO OUR NEW FIRST LADY: MICHELLE OBAMA!

The team here at Guerilla Style Tactics would like to wish Michelle Obama a Happy Birthday!! Our new first lady turns 45 today on Saturday, January 17, 2009.

The anticipation is building quickly as we have just arrived in D.C. Stay tuned for more Baracelebration updates...

POWER MOVE ALERT: MCQUEEN AND PUMA TEAM UP AGAIN

Alexander McQueen and Puma are set to create a sports-inspired clothing and accessories line for men and women.




McQueen + Puma = Fascinating!


According to wwd.com, the line will launch on Tuesday in Milan and will be known as the Alexander McQueen Puma line, www.alexandermcqueen.puma.com.

This won't be the first collaboration for the duo-they previously worked on a footwear line.

Prices will range from $72 to $790 and will be distributed worldwide at Puma Black Station stores and independent retailers.

Interesting!

OBAMA-MANIA BEGINS!

Four days to go...


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THE CURIOUS CASE OF BENJAMIN BIXBY

Benjamin Bixby designer Andre Benjamin, photographed by Peggy Sirota for GQ.

The always stylish and fashion forward Andre Benjamin (1/2 member of the super rap duo Outkast), has stepped out of his comfort zone by entering today's cut throat fashion industry. Benjamin launched his first clothing line, Benjamin Bixby, last season during New York Fashion Week.

The Bixby clothing line is inspired by late 1930’s college football documentaries and the official launch was hosted by Charlize Theron at Barney's in New York City. Benjamin definitely made good on his promise to deliver a unique and stylistic debut that most of us gentlemen can wear.

I had the opportunity to attend his launch event and I must say that the man (known as Mr. 3000) seemed very humble yet excited about his clothing line debut.

In other exciting news, the CFDA and GQ have collaborated on the Best New Menswear Designers in America project, which recognizes six finalists selected by GQ creative director Jim Moore and Damien Nunes. Benjamin Bixby is one of the six finalists.

Each designer will present a selection of looks from his 2009 fall collection at an event on February 11, 2009; the winner will subsequently be selected by a panel of industry experts including GQ's editor Jim Nelson, CFDA executive director Steven Kolb and designer Thom Browne.

The team here at Guerilla Style Tactics wishes Benjamin the best luck and hopefully we'll get an invitation to the show too!

Here are some more pictures from the Benjamin Bixby collection:

MODEL SPOTLIGHT: LARA STONE LANDS ENTIRE ISSUE OF VOGUE PARIS

" Une E'toile est Nee le Top (A Star is Born on Top)"



Congratulations to rising Supermodel Lara Stone for landing an ENTIRE issue of Vogue Paris!

Looks like Carine Roitfeld, the editor-in-chief of Vogue Paris, decided that it was time to immortalize the Dutch model. It's no secret that Stone is one of Roitfeld's favorite models.

Stone strikes a pose for the February 09 cover and graces over a hundred pages within the magazine. Photographers Inez and Vinoodh, Peter Lindbergh, Hedi Slimane, Nan Goldin, and Steven Klein, to name a few, have lended their talents to this project.

I can truly say that this model is righteously taking her place among the greats.

Having had the honor of being on set with Lara, I was awe inspired with not only her level of professionalism but also with her modeling skills. She gets the job done!

Go out and buy the issue before it gets snatched up but until then check out some teasers below!







One more pic of Ms. Stone-her March 08 cover of Vogue Paris:

VICTORIA BECKHAM TAKES IT OFF FOR THE CAMERA

Victoria Beckham has followed in her hubby's (David Beckham) footsteps by posing in an eye-popping lingerie ad for Giorgio Armani.

Beckham reportedly signed a three year deal worth more than $25 million with the powerful fashion house. In a recent statement, Giorgio Armani, stated that Beckham was "a style icon, a dynamic lady whose influence and recognition will add great excitement to the continued international growth of our Emporio Armani Womens underwear business".

In the ads, shot by world renown photographers Mert and Marcus, Victoria is shown lounging about in nothing but her tidy undies.

Though Beckham is shown scantily-clad, her softer side shines through, almost serene like.





Now that's--MAJOR(insert British accent now)!

By the way, check out David's previous Armani ad below:

CHRISTINA MILIAN IS AGAINST THE WORLD

Christina Milian finally debuted her new music video for her first single, "Us Against The World." The video, shot by director Ray Kay, features Christina pulling off some amazing high-fashion looks.

While looking beautiful throughout the cinematic adventure, Christina's stand out piece was the gold chain link corset by designers The Blondes.

After attending their fashion shows for the past two seasons, I can definitely see their trends taking over where Heatherette (who is now defunct) left off. The Blondes are taking the fashion industry by storm by providing outifts for Rihanna (at the AMA's) and various other celebrities. Check out their Spring 2009 fashion show.

After being dropped by Def Jam, Christina continues to move forward after signing a deal with Myspace Records. Her new album Dream In Color is due in April.

Check out the video below:

SAY IT AIN'T SO!

Bryant Park Tents


Vera Wang


Betsey Johnson

Mercedes Benz Fashion Week kicks off in NYC in just a few short weeks. The excitement and energy is already starting but for some the energy is shifting-to a new venue.

Word has it that top designers such as Vera Wang and Betsey Johnson have opted out of showing their Fall 2009 collections in the "Thunderdome" of all Showplaces, the Bryant Park Tents.

The designers have decided to show in smaller venues to save money. Vera Wang, for example, is saving at least $50,000 by not showing in the tents. This means that Wang can now afford to channel that money into other areas of her company.

Honestly, I will miss these shows in the tents but I understand that keeping your "paper" in this economy is a smart thing to do!

WHO WAS GOLDEN?

2009 Golden Globes Winners Circle

There was no shortage of glamour but the hair and tans last night were questionable!

I know that I left some of your favorites off the list, so in the comments section suggest someone and I'll consider them and if I like them, I'll add them.

Until then, ENJOY!!!


Eva Mendes in Dior


Kate Winslet in Yves Saint Laurent


Jennifer Lopez in Marchesa


Beyonce in Elie Saab


Eva Longoria in Reem Acra

Frida

This post was inspired by my friend, Josiah, who first introduced this young lady to my eyes via the site lateboots.com

She's the Model of the Week over at models.com. Frida hails from London, England and is signed with Select model management-Verve.

Her look is commercial to me in some pics but in some she looks more editorial. Maybe that's a good thing. I wonder how she'll do. Regardless, she's a beauty.

STILL GOT IT GOING ON

I heard that Naomi and Linda duked it out on the set of the DSquared2 Spring/Summer '09 shoot. Oh wait, it was the concept for the shoot!

I liked the way they played up Naomi's past. Seems like they were trying to make light of her controversial side.

Anyway, the duo scratch and claw at each other in an eloquent dance for the cameras. This is the Supermodel version of "Fight Club".

MORE PICTURES!

Prada Spring-Summer 2009 Womens Ad Campaign







According to Prada, the current collection is inspired by "ancient stone bas-reliefs and a desire to return to basic emotional and physical dimensions in classical art and early culture."

Now I get it! With that said, they hit the nail on the head...

PRADA SPRING-SUMMER 2009 COLLECTION AD

Check out Prada's pics for the Spring Collection. I don't know
how I feel about this campaign just yet.

Now, I love all things Miesel but I'm use to his images invoking an emotion. Not sure if this one does yet...but that could change the more I look at it! I kind of feel like it's too pale...but my eyes are bad (just kidding) so don't listen to me.

I'm also easily swayed by the sounds of camera clicks!!!

Judge for yourself. let me know your thoughts.

POP YOUR CAVALLI COLLAR

It has come to our attention that the Fabo Designer Roberto Cavalli is introducing the"Cavalli Card". The card will be decked out in iridescent snakeskin with the Mastercard logo fitting nicely on the side.

The card holder will receive all the goodies that come with the fabulous card. Some of the VIP services listed are special treatment at every Cavalli boutique worldwide, special sale privileges, and exclusive invitations to Cavalli fashion shows.

WHERE DO WE SIGN?

MAGAZINES ARE HAVING A HARD TIME TOO

LOOK AWAY!



According to WWD.com, New York magazine spin off, New York Look is folding.

The reason: Declining Ad Sales

According to the site, Fashion companies are limiting their advertising budgets. Unfortunately, magazines depend on these sales to keep up and running.

A spokeswoman from New York magazine said that New York Look's publication will be revisited in the fall of 2009.

If you just need your fix of the upcoming show season beginning in February, don't fret-they will include the Fall fashion issue in New York magazine.

INNER REWARDS.COM

Relax, Relate, Release!

We're just not concerned with fashion over here at Guerilla
StyleTactics, we are also concerned with your inner well-being.

So, If you want to know about everything spa related then head on over to InnerRewards.com. This site is dedicated to all things spa
including makeup and hair tips and even life coaching! That's amazing!

While there tell them that Guerilla StyleTactics sent you!


http://www.innerrewards.com/

I'm A Diva--Let Me Bring It Back!

My, my, my! Miss B. caught the Gareth Pugh bug too. She's seen in her latest video, "I'm a Diva" sporting the many graphic shapes of the hot, Paris based designer's work. Check out the video below!

Stepping Back into '08 for a brief moment!

Erykah Badu for Tom Ford White Patchouli Perfume

Now I know you're wondering why we are showing these ads so late in the game but, I just had to show these for those of you that haven't seen them. Ms. Badu is really doing her thang. She looks absolutely gorgeous! These are probably my favorite ads of 2008!

HAPPY NEW YEARS!!!!!!

Wishing you a prosperous and exciting New Years from Guerilla Styletactics!!!