Sneaker Madness Game 4: Fernando Vs. Sabrina

March 28, 2015, 9:00 pm

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It’s Elite Eight time in the world of March Madness and we can barely contain our excitement that the Championship Game is right around the corner.

Sneaker Madness Game 3 was a clean sweep, with staffers going toe-to-toe to compete in Nike Air Max 95 Sneakers. For Game 4, OC’s Sabrina Passuntino and Fernando Ruiz are competing in low-top Juun.J x adidas Superstar 80s Sneakers that feature the best detail we’ve missed since the preschool days: velcro straps. While the classic Superstar style has remained an international staple since 1969, this sneaker remix looks more cutting-edge and ready for the streets (or courts) than ever before. But whose sneaker game was more on point? 

Head over to the Opening Ceremony Instagram to vote for your favorite look and find out who comes out on top!


Shop all Juun.J x adidas hereFernando Ruiz wears the Undercover Adventure Printed Hoodie in light blue, Gosha Rubchinskiy Heavy Twill Carpenter Loop Shorts in black, and Juun.J x adidas Superstar 80s Sneakers in black. Sabrina Passuntino wears the Fleamadonna Bra Top in black, Nicopanda Satin Boxing Shorts in black, and Juun.J x adidas Superstar 80s Sneakers in black.Sabrina Passuntino wears the Fleamadonna Bra Top in black, Nicopanda Satin Boxing Shorts in black, and Juun.J x adidas Superstar 80s Sneakers in black.Fernando Ruiz wears the Undercover Adventure Printed Hoodie in light blue, Gosha Rubchinskiy 

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Melissa Forde Talks Selfies And Bucket Hat Inspo

March 29, 2015, 9:00 pm

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Spend enough time on Instagram, and you’ll inevitably come across Melissa Forde. Whether it’s a flawless selfie on Forde’s account, a regram of one of her excellent #MTFphotography images, or a dance video with BFF Rihanna, her handiwork is unmistakable. Now, Forde is adding bucket hats to the mix, with a new line in collaboration with Wrking Title.

For the collaboration, Forde joined Wrking Title, the hat company of pal Wale, as creative director. The results are bucket hats in a range of colors and materials: pink pineapple print, sleek black mesh, and a Rasta motif that takes you back to the Caribbean.

"[Buckets] just so happened to be my favorite hats, but I couldn't always find the ideal fit or style," says Forde. "So when Wale asked me to design hats with his company, it seemed like the right time to design my own hat just the way I wanted it to be for me."

Forde wasn't alone in her quest for the perfect bucket hat. Starting tomorrow, Opening Ceremony will exclusively carry the line. Since we can barely contain our excitement, we caught up with the new creative director ahead of the launch to talk about the inspo behind the hats, life in the public eye, and taking the perfect selfie—in a M$$ x WT bucket hat of course.


The M$$ x WT bucket hats will be available in Opening Ceremony stores and online starting March 31
See the lookbook here

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CHLOE DEWBERRY: With your background in photography, you have a specific eye when it comes to capturing moments. How did you use that same skill to design your first collection of hats?
MELISSA FORDE: Photography is a huge passion of mine and I love being able to look back at those moments and feel as if I'm right there again. They're like tons of bottled memories I can relive with just a glance. With the hats, I wanted them to not only be cool with a great fit, but I also wanted people to be happy and create their own fun memories—in style of course.

I love your choice of prints. Why did you choose to incorporate the pineapples? Is that your favorite fruit? Take us through your print/fabric selection.
I chose the rasta print to represent the collaboration between Wale and myself. With him being African and myself Caribbean, the print was perfect and initially my favorite. The pineapple print is for my girly girls—I'm a bit of a tomboy when it comes to my style lately. It's not necessarily my favorite fruit, but I will say Hawaii has the sweetest pineapples like, ever. Nonetheless, I still wanted to provide a fly, cute print to rock in the spring and it's become a favorite for everybody, so I'm really happy about that. Black Beauty is the neoprene mesh and I really love this one mainly because it's such a different choice of fabric to use. It's fly and super clean, plus great for everyday wear no matter the outfit.

Where does the name M$$ come from?
The name M$$ was just a joke between my friends and me that I used for my social media platforms. I kept it as the name for my hats because now it's really stuck with me; I have ra

Cosmic Numbers: March 30

March 30, 2015, 11:30 am

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There's something for everyone on this magical (not manic) Monday. We've all been feeling battered by the unkind cosmic weather lately, so this bright spot will be a wonderful break. Mars enters Taurus, grounding energy that was seriously frantic last week. Meanwhile, Venus, the planet of love, makes a positive aspect with Pluto that transforms negative vibes in your relationships. Mercury enters Aries, banishing your spaced-out state of mind and allowing you to express yourself clearly.

Aries
(March 21 - April 20)

Keep your communications direct and directional this week. You will be the leader of the discussion while Mercury is in Aries.

Taurus
(April 21 - May 20)

Mars enters Taurus today, giving you the energy to start spring off right. Use the invigorated vibes this week to launch yourself into action on the projects you've been planning.

Gemini
(May 21 - June 20)

Activity in your social sphere is vastly increasing in the next two weeks. New acquaintances you make now will quickly become close friends.

Cancer
(June 21 - July 22)

Intense cosmic weather over the past several weeks may have stressed out your relationships. If that's the case, you'll definitely be able to amend the situation this week.

Leo
(July 23 - August 22)

While Mars is in Taurus this month, transiting your tenth house of #werk, you're going to be the boss. Set yourself ambitious goals.

Virgo
(August 23 - September 22)

You're feeling grounded and comfortable in your home base this month, which totally frees you up for the possibility of taking a trip. You need to know everything is going to be in order at home before you take off.

Libra
(September 23 - October 22)

You're feeling seriously saucy while Venus is in your eighth house of sensual seduction. Monday could be magical if you share it with someone who matches your relatable mood.

Scorpio
(October 23 - November 22)

You have the power to totally shift the energy dynamics in your close relationships this week, and I don't mean through manipulative, conniving tricks. You will be a beacon of positive energy while Venus in your house of relationships trines your ruling planet, Pluto.

Sagittarius
(November 23 - December 21)

You will feel extra flirtatious while Mercury is in your fifth house of hook-ups, sexting, and romance. Be bold and make the first move with your crush!

Capricorn
(December 22 - January 19)

Have the last two weeks been rough? You're getting a boost of positive energy today that should lift your spirits and show you the way out of this funky moment.

Aquarius
(January 20 - February 19)

Dig into home-improvement projects and start your spring cleaning this week. Getting everything sorted out at home will energize the rest of your life.

Pisces
(February 20 - March 20)

This week has super helpful aspects if you are in the process of organizing your finances, and especially if you are involved in creative projects that require group financial coordination.

Ain't No Party Like An M$$ Party

March 30, 2015, 9:00 pm

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Last night, OC's 33 Howard street location was transformed into a giant sea of bucket hats getting down to hip-hop beats and chatter from excited attendees. The launch of Melissa Forde's M$$ x WT hat collaboration was an "intimate" event (by Roc Nation standards) that showcased the release of Forde's three bucket hat styles—pink pineapple, black mesh, and rasta print—in collaboration with Wrkng Title.

During the festivities, guests sipped on summery drinks from D’ussé while taking pics in The Bosco booth and getting down to ass-shaking tunes courtesy of DJ Spade. The only thing as stylish as the bucket hats was the guest list, where A-listers—otherwise known as Forde's BFFs—such as Rihanna showed up to support her bestie and get down to bangers such as "Bitch Better Have My Money.” iPhone whip-outs and fan selfies aside, BadGalRiRi had nothing but kind words about her friend's collection.

“I’m proud. I love to see that she’s being fly. She’s my best friend and I’m just really happy to see her put her creative style into a type of outlet, some type of thing that she can see come to life because she has great taste,” Rihanna told OC. “I was really impressed by the designs and the prints. I think the pineapple print is definitely my favorite because it makes me want a Pina Colada and the beach and summer.”

Wrkng Title owner Wale also had nothin' but love for the new creative director of his hat line.

"Melissa and I have been friends for a long time. I just trust her, I think she’s an amazing person and she’s just a genius. She’s someone who gets aesthetics and fashion and understands how things are supposed to look. I just wish I had like, five of her, to perfect my life,” Wale told us. “I just knew that my company needed something that was going to take us to the next stratosphere and she’s done that and more. She’s surpassed all expectations with flying colors."

We need five of Melissa Forde too—to keep creating more coveted bucket hats.


Shop all M$$xWT here

Melissa Forde, Rihanna, and Humberto Leon. Photos by William NixonWale and Melissa FordeMelissa Forde and RihannaWale and Melissa FordeHumberto Leon and Melissa FordeMelissa Forde and Humberto Leon

Shinya Kozuka says Sayonara to Skinny

March 30, 2015, 9:00 pm

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After almost a decade of skin-tight hell, can we stop pretending skinny jeans are cool? Difficult to put on, uncomfortable, and potentially threatening to the future of mankind itself, we think it’s time to relax a little, fit-wise. Case in point: recent Central Saint Martins grad Shinya Kozuka’s line of perfectly baggy cropped trousers. From hand-painted linen to raw-edged denim to abstract digital prints, the designer’s pants show that well-dressed doesn’t always mean super fitted.

In case styling a more wide-leg pant seems daunting to you, Kozuka has you covered in that department as well. His collection also features drop-sleeve tees, hand-painted coats, and laid-back button-downs to complete your expertly baggy look. If that doesn’t convince you to leave the meggings to boybanders and teens who just figured out that Joy Division was pretty cool, we don’t know what will.

Shop all Shinya Kozuka hereClick through to view Shinya Kozuka's Spring/Summer 2015 collection. Hand Painted Coat in midnight Hand Painted Striped Smock in black Hand Painted Linen Trousers in white Sarashi Cotton T-Shirt in white High-Waisted Digital Printed Jeans in black/white Digital Gingham Printed T-Shirt in black/white

Jiraiya And MASSIVE Turned OC Into Their Own Drawing Class

March 29, 2015, 9:00 pm

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On Saturday evening, OC's 33 Howard Street location was transformed into a figure drawing class, with legendary gay manga artist Jiraiya taking over the space to sign rare merchandise and draw portraits of fans.

For his first trip to the United States, the notoriously elusive Japanese artist made a series of stops across the country that ended with an intimate show, titled Larger Than Life, held at Opening Ceremony. Die-hard fans lined up down the block to get a glimpse of the anonymous artist (try to snap a photo of him, we dare you!) and make purchases of everything MASSIVE, from tank tops to prints of the artist's work.

The show, still up at OC, centers around four large-scale gliceé prints of buff, husky men in Jiraiya’s signature bara, or gay manga, style. Attendees also had the chance to snap up rare merchandise including Caveman Guu, a comic-book tale of caveman romance.

Guests were treated to custom Jiraiya artwork: The artist drew portraits as he as signed work for fans, calling to mind the caricature artists one might see in a corner street by Times Square.

Custom prints of your own face—bara style—from Jiraiya? Doesn't get much better than that.


Stop by 33 Howard this week to see Larger Than Life, up at OC until the prints sell out.From left to right: Guest, MASSIVE's Graham Kolbeins, guest, OC's Kyle, guest, MASSIVE's Anne Ishii, OC's Will, Jiraiya, OC's Rhamier, Dylan, Sabrina, and Michelle. Photos by Matthew KellyOC's JesseOC's Jason and CharlieMASSIVE's Graham Kolbeins and Anne Ishii with guests 

Scribble-Happy Clothes That Actually Look Good

March 31, 2015, 9:00 pm

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Everyone was guilty of it: taking a marker to one of your childhood tees or pairs of jeans, only to face the wrath of your parents as soon as they found out. Well, now you’re an adult, and you can wear as many items of clothing with doodles on them as you please. The best part? You don’t even have to take a trip to the craft store. From Acne to SANKUANZ to 69, brands are taking a very crafty approach to their newest collections. So take a look through our slideshow of DIY-without-being-DIY selections and reconnect with the pint-sized Van Gogh inside of you. We promise mom won’t get mad.Click through for some pieces that are sure to draw you in. 69 Big Button Shirt in white/black Acne Studios Fine Slogan House T-Shirt in grey melange Bernhard Wilhelm Apeshit+E Shorts in white EYTYS Odyssey Canvas High Top Sneakers in kyiv cream Kitsuné Childish Fox Printed Sweatshirt in white Christopher Shannon Logo Printed Basic T-Shirt in black/white Ami Smiley Patch Cardigan in black Sankuanz Bear Printed T-Shirt in black Shinya Kozuka Digital Gingham Printed T-Shirt in black/white Komakino Stamp Logo Printed Hoodie in black

What It Really Takes To Win Best Instagram

March 31, 2015, 9:00 pm

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Last night Opening Ceremony won Style Coalition’s nomination for "Best Instagram.” If you’ve ever fallen into an Instagram K-hole (cough, everyday) you know this is a damn good bragging right.

As OC's Social Media Marketing Manager, it got me thinking about the job. In a personal sense, I'm not “that friend” constantly snapping, tweeting, selfie-ing, but I love social media from a brand perspective. To me, it’s modern-day word of mouth, a way to tell someone in Idaho or Bangladesh who we are and what we stand for.

It also got me thinking about the “glamorous” misconceptions people have about the job. There are a lot, seriously. Since we have our community to thank for this award, we owe it to you to get real and share some of the ridiculous things we do to get you to double-tap, as well as some of our proudest moments.

Scroll through the above pictures of our favorite Instagram moments—but this time read the captions we really wanted to write.Scroll through to see some of our recent Instagram faves... and the (sometimes crazy) stories behind them. I can’t believe I just ducked under eight photographers and squatted on the floor to get this ridiculous bestie shot of Riri & Mdollas… C’mon people, can’t I get some regram credit?!Talk about team bonding: meet the feet of seven lovely members of the OC web office. PS—do we get to keep the shoes when this is over?? Can’t type, fingers currently frozen to tell y’all we’re closed today… Was anyone really going to go shopping?
We’re really angry about what’s going down in NYC, scared our followers won’t think this is the place for a fashion brand, and extremely proud of OC for supporting this (Follow up: Thanks for the support)No model? Mylar pants will work… (Follow up: Definitely didn’t predict people would think these were pants?!) When is this photoshoot going to be over, because we can’t wait to eat.

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If Only Olympic Uniforms Looked Like This….

March 31, 2015, 9:00 pm

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Each season, KTZ's daring collections pay tribute to indigenous cultures and celebrate diversity in the world of fashion. Designer Marjan Pejoski doesn’t tailor his designs to any specific group, but instead "promote[s] a style for all that is universal and free from any socio-political views,” he told The WILD Magazine earlier this year. Fittingly, this spring, KTZ travelled to the place where democracy was born: ancient Greece. Its Spring/Summer 2015 collection bursts with Neoclassical iconography, modernized with streetwear details we can picture on KTZ fans RiRi and Yeezy.

Embroidered Shorts look they were made for the Roman Army, delicately embroidered with Corinthian columns and cut into a loose, oversized shape. A basic tee is swathed with Olympics-inspired emblems and updated with a concealed zip-mesh hood. This sartorial soldier aesthetic continues with the Crocodile Puffed Tank, reminiscent of a Grecian chest-plate and textured to look like faux crocodile skin. The collection has an overall athletic feel, as evidenced by the Striped Shorts, which feature the brand's signature geometric patterns and a sporty elastic waistband. This collection screams "urban warrior," and we are totally at its surrender.

Shop all KTZ here Towel Boxing Hoodie in black/white Corinthian Embroidered Shorts in black/white Crocodile Puffed Tank in black Hooded Tee in orange/black Striped Shorts in black/white

New Horoscope: Freaky, Flirty April

March 31, 2015, 9:00 pm

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The eclipse season craze could have you feeling roasted like Justin Bieber, but things are about to improve. Last month completed a stressful period of transition caused by the powerful square aspect between Uranus and Pluto that has been creating tension for more than two years. Now that you're on the other side, the lunar eclipse in Libra on April 4 will finally push out all the bad vibes and make space for something new and fresh to happen. After the eclipse, you can count on a serious cool-down compared with the frantic activity that characterized March. To help us settle into the new normal, Mars, the planet of action, relaxes in laid-back Taurus until mid-May, lending a solid, sweet, although slightly stubborn energy to the spring vibes. Venus, the planet of love, enters flirtatious Gemini on April 11, which will make the end of the month extremely social. Don't be afraid to introduce yourself to strangers—chances are you will have something interesting to share.

The sun shines bright on you this month, so kick back and work on your cosmic tan. The end of March was hectic and you deserve to have a moment in the sun to relax and process all the changes that took place before you blaze forward into the future. You like to be totally in charge of your destiny, and if you left March feeling rudderless in a sea of strange and unexpected change, the eclipse in Libra on April 4 will help you take back the reigns and fire forward. This eclipse falls in your seventh house of partnerships, which could signify the ending, or possibly the beginning, of a significant relationship. If there's energy you want to remove from your life and never deal with again, make your feelings known on the eclipse and you'll have the opportunity to cast off this vibe forever. For more than two years, Aries have had to deal with constant change due to the hard aspect between transformative Pluto and revolutionary Uranus. Think back—how has your life progressed since 2013? The eclipse on April 4 will be the final stage of this chrysalis you've been in for the past two years, and you're SO ready to emerge into the next phase free and clear.

Your ruling planet Mars, which dictates your energy levels, entered totally laid-back Taurus on March 30. Under this alignment you will be ready to relax and enjoy sensual pleasures. You will continue to plow forward, and things can't and won't stand still, but your energy will be much more fixed and grounded than it was last month while Mars was in Aries igniting your life and helping you initiate new projects that will keep you occupied in the months to come. Luxury loving Venus follows Mars in Taurus, her favorite sign, transiting your second house of financial rewards. This influence could totally help you increase your cashflow, but it will make you want to spend money just as fast as you make it. If you use this influence correctly, you'll have a major opportunity to improve your financial situation, but if you fall into the trap you could just come home with a bag of designer clothing. Chances are you'll be happy either way, but it would be nice to have something to show in the long run.

 

Channel your inner warrior while Mars, the planet of action, is in Taurus and firing you up this month. April is a no-chill zone and couch potato time is totally over—it’s time to get up and take action to make your dreams become reality. Despite the intense cosmic weather, last month was extremely low-key for you, so the rush of energy could almost feel alarming at first. Don't be afraid to pack your schedule, and don't say no to any offer you get. Even if it seems impossible to fit everything in, you will manage to make it happen. Excessive activity isn't the norm for a Taurus, so remember to take a moment of pause whenever you need it. It will be easy to become irritated while Mars is in your sign, so remember to step back in situations that become heated. Channel the higher vibration of warrior energy, which protects, energizes, revolutionizes, and fights for peace, rather than the lower vibration, which can cause destructive drama.

It's lucky that you're feeling on fleek, because the full lunar eclipse in Libra on April 4 falls in your sixth house of health, diet, and exercise, making this the best time to revolutionize the habits that affect your health. Is there something you do on a daily basis that you know you shouldn't be doing? Make the next step towards spiritual and physical health and treat your body like the temple it is. The eclipse might show up in your life as an unexplained ache or pain, or maybe even a sudden cold. You will feel this eclipse, and it will give you the serious guidance that you need.

 

You literally have a lovely month to look forward to—Venus, the planet of amorous interactions, enters Gemini on April 11 spreading the love all over your life. You'll be looking and feeling good while Venus is in your house of identity, and you will be ready to revamp your look for spring. Spend money on improving your appearance, take a shopping trip, indulge in a mani-pedi situation, and generally spoil yourself while you have the planet of indulgence high on your horizon. You'll be extremely popular this month too, because your ruling planet Mercury in energetic Aries will be taking a trip through the social sector of your chart. Get in touch with friends you haven't seen in a long time and make yourself open to making new acquaintances and expanding your social network. New acquaintances you make this month will be a part of your friend-sphere for a long time to come.

On April 4, a seriously strong eclipse in Libra calls for you to take a chance on a creative project or a new romantic situation. Whatever your choice is, it might not seem like the safest bet, but the payoff will be extremely awesome if everything works out as planned. An eclipse often sparks a dramatic beginning or ending, and sudden inspiration might strike you two or three days before or after the eclipse. Be ready to jump into new projects and don't hold back on romance. No matter what, you will have fun with the eclipse energy, and it would be an amazing night to attend a party and meet new friends!

March was a month of madness, and in April you're definitely ready for everything, and everyone, to calm down. The lunar eclipse in Libra on April 4 will focus your energy at home, where you prefer to spend your time, giving you an opportunity for peace and serenity. This eclipse will have you feeling totally sentimental and dreamy. A meaningful interaction with a powerful woman, or feminine energy, in your life, will give you wisdom and illuminate new possibilities for the future around the eclipse. Listen closely to what this member of your sisterhood has to say, even if it seems difficult to grasp at first.

You'll definitely be a home-body for the first week of April, but the chill session won't last all month because Mars, the planet of action, will be moving through your eleventh house of social activity, inviting you to make an appearance on the scene. Venus, with her bountiful positive vibes follows Mars closely, will make sure that every day will be a party for the rest of the month. If you're not currently involved, Venus and Mars in your social sector could introduce you to someone cute while you're out and about. The eleventh house also rules online activity, so if you're too shy to introduce yourself in person, Tinder is still a viable option.

 

Soul-expanding, luck-providing Jupiter has been in Leo since last summer, but you may have noticed something has been off for the past several months while it has been retrograde. Like famous Leo Madonna, you probably felt like all of your success came in tandem with unnecessary annoyance, and you definitely didn't get as many likes on Instagram as you wanted. On April 8, Jupiter will begin to move forward again, putting all the power back in your hands. This is your chance to make extremely positive things happen because you will only have Jupiter's blessing until the end of July. Each sign gets this cosmic chance once every twelve years, so use your moment wisely and spend the first eight days of April strategizing where your energy should be focused.

On April 4 an eclipse in Libra will provide a hint from the heavens that gives you a clearer idea of where you should be. Constantly refresh your inbox on the week of April 4, and answer calls from unusual numbers because you don't want to miss the message that the universe has for you. Open your mind to new options even if they seem contrary to your usual strategy, and don't discount the opinions offered by others—one of your Leo faults is that you don't listen to what other people have to say because your own ideas are so on-point. You do know what's best for yourself, but it can't hurt to hear someone out before you decide to do your own thing.

Mars, the planet of action, is getting down to business in your tenth house of publicity all month long, and you're having a major career moment because of the positive PR Mars is doing for you. If you have plans to launch a business, embark on a new career choice, or promote a project you completed, April would be one of the best times all year to make this endeavor a success. Jupiter, Mars, and Venus will all have your back with the best vibes possible.
 

Take a load off in April. The eclipse in Libra on April 4 highlights your resources and possessions and gives you an opportunity to reorganize and renew your financial situation. Things have gotten out of hand in some regard and it's time to make cuts for a more efficient future. You should conduct a thorough spring cleaning around your house, office, or studio and get rid of anything that is holding you back. The energy of the objects you collect weighs on you spiritually as well as physically, and Virgo tends to collect excess baggage easily. Your justification is that you keep your junk organized, but that doesn't make it any more useful than clutter and chaos.

If you have a moment to get away, April would be a super positive month to take a vacation. Mars, the planet of action, is in your ninth house of foreign travel, making you want to get up and go. Venus, the planet of love, is following Mars closely, so wherever you go you would be able to make new friends and maybe even find a cute romantic fling. If getting out of town is impossible, Mars and Venus will open your mind to all the options you have at home and welcome spring with a fresh perspective. Cynicism, sarcasm, and snarky commentary is a communication habit of yours that can be fun, but when it gets out of hand you start to feel unnecessarily dark-sided. A positive perspective is what you should attempt to channel.

 

 

Like Kim Kardashian's hair color, your life is about to take a 180 degree turn this week before you establish a new normal. You might have to try a blonde moment before you realize that being true to yourself is the only way to be. Librans are extremely sensitive to the energy and opinions of those around them, but this eclipse is all about proudly asserting who you are without worrying about what others have to say. The lunar eclipse in Libra on April 4 will inspire you to give your life a complete makeover, but you will take your spa day on your own terms. You might not get the delicate massage you were looking for, and you could be feeling sore for a few days after the eclipse, but the adjustment that takes place will definitely improve your spiritual posture. You probably have an intuitive sense of where the knots in your life have been the tightest recently based on the events of the past few week, but if you read this and still can't quite tell, it's not too late to figure out what's up. I'll give you a hint: events from last spring when Mars was in Libra could come back for a second take this week, and it is almost definitely relationship-related. Someone who left your life last spring could come back with much more positive energy, and you should totally welcome them back!

Your ruling planet Venus follows activity-based Mars into your eighth house of long-term commitments this month, so you're very much in the mood to settle down with your boo. This planetary placement will be a major boost for your love (and sex) life, and you will be feeling freaky and ready to go with the flow. If your relationship feels like it’s reaching a plateau, it might be time to make a major step, like moving in together or sharing a financial commitment. It could be scary at first but it will be easy to make the transition.

 

As you enter April, you are feeling highly relatable with active Mars and loving Venus busy making connections in your seventh house of partnerships. Your energy is focused on finding a match in love and business, and to do this you need to open up and share. Your habit of playing hard-to-get and guarding your true feelings will do you no good, and you're almost certain to get a positive reaction from the objects of affection and potential collaborators. Venus and Mars are two planetary partners in crime that love to hang out and let loose, and while they both transit your house of intimate affairs it will be easy to make time for fun with your closest companions.

You're not one to be afraid of psychoanalysis, and the eclipse in Libra on April 4 will lead to some deep thinking that puts you on the right path towards full self-realization. Dive into the deepest parts of your psyche and explore your darkest nightmares as well as your fondest dreams. What do you see here? How is your subconscious self impacting your day-to-day life? Do some spring cleaning in the recesses of your brain so that you can feel free and clear for the rest of the season. Visions will come to you all over the place around the eclipse, and your intuitive sense will be heightened. There is meaning in everything.

 

Saturn, currently in Sagittarius, started backpedaling in mid-March, giving you a break from all the hard work you've been grinding away at since December. You've always been the adventurous, carefree, wild one, so you really felt the shift when Saturn, the planet of work, entered Sagittarius. You can use your endless wellspring of positive vibes to put your own spin on the transit of Saturn by making your work fun and enjoyable. Plug away on your own personal projects as well as those you have to do out of necessity and you will soon find that things will be popping off in your professional life.

An eclipse in Libra on April 4 will help highlight some of the work you've done lately and could provide an unexpected bonus for all your efforts. A celebration is in order and if you don't have something specific in mind that's OK—celebrate your uniqueness and flare on the full moon. Spend the weekend with all the people you love the most, but don't be afraid to introduce yourself to someone new. Stranger-danger is something you shouldn't believe in, and the connections you make—especially on Saturday—could lead to an exciting new development in your professional life or social experience.

 

A Capricorn always comes out on top, but the power struggle last month was really real and you're entering April in serious need of some relaxation. Unfortunately, you may have to put your vacation plans on hold, but the good news is that the aspect that was bugging you out in March is gone for good. You've made it through all seven of the Uranus-Pluto squares and if you're reading this it's definitely not too late. An eclipse in Libra on April 4 highlights your professional life, and gives you major props for achievements you've made in the past. Last month you certainly did not feel celebrated: you may have even felt embattled by the bitter planetary forces. This eclipse will turn things around and everyone will be looking towards you for your awesome ideas and remarkable ability to turn them into reality. Your sophisticated social maneuvers and impeccable taste will be highly sought after. Double your rates and you will still be booked for the rest of the month.

It’s time to start taking more risks in your creative life this month while Mars, the planet of passion, is in your fifth house of artistic experimentation and adventure. Don't hold anything back in the name of discretion, and let yourself be free of constraints. You could produce some of your most inspired work if you let loose. Venus, the planet of love, will be following Mars closely this month, which also points to passion of the romantic variety. New romance is highly possible and would be super fun and exciting!

Aquarians are notoriously future-forward, but what happens to an Aquarius when his time has passed? However out-there, unusual, liberal, and transgressive your point of view might be, it will always get dated if you refuse to update with the times. While I'm sure you are nowhere near over the hill, it might be time to think about how you could expand your point of view to include a broader picture of reality. Don't be so stubbornly stuck in your own mindset and listen to others for inspirational ideas. You're not the only weirdo out there with visionary/genius tendencies.

The eclipse on April 4 in the sign of Libra falls on the third house-ninth house axis in your chart, which puts your beliefs about life and your intellectual experience in sharper focus. This is a highly communicative place for an eclipse, and you might be challenged in a heated debate to defend your point of view. An e-mail could come from someone far away that totally uproots your vision of reality. Eclipses signal major changes and disruptions, so get ready to embrace a new normal. The way you see the world is about to change. After the discussion dies down, you're definitely feeling more grounded. Mars, planet of action, and Venus, planet of love, are in your fourth house, which indicates renewing connections with family, chilling at home, and reminiscing about the past. Spend time processing all the remarkable experiences you've shared with the people closest to you. This won't necessarily be the time to make new memories, but it will be time to share memories from the past.

 

You ended March feeling roasted like Bieber, but you'll begin April on top and #BBHMM will be your eclipse anthem while you're feeling like a boss. The total lunar eclipse in Libra on April 4 falls in your eighth house of other people's money, and I'd be afraid if you were my debt collector. This eclipse promises to increase your cashflow, but the source may not be clear until after the eclipse. The material and the spiritual world will be in focus on the eclipse, and your intuitive powers will be heightened by the eclipse energy. Secrets will be revealed to you around the eclipse and you will be able to see straight through anyone who tries to deceive you.

You'll be thinking about money for a while after the eclipse while Mercury in Aries continues to travel through your second house of personal resources. This will give you the power of mind to come up with new means to make money and monetize your inherent talents. I know you're usually not a material girl/boy, but sometimes you need to get into the practical vibe because it's expensive to have the time to be dreamy and cute like a Pisces prefers.

Any weird issues with health and wellness will disappear for you after Jupiter comes out of retrograde in your sixth house of diet, fitness, and wellbeing on April 8. You've probably been feeling pretty lazy when it comes to working out over the winter, but it’s definitely not too late to start getting in perfect shape for summer. Jupiter's positive energy will be making you feel seriously Sporty Spice, and any kind of competitive team sport or possibly a dance class would be enjoyable. Zumba anyone?

 

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From ‘Making The Band’ To Performing In Art Museums: Dawn Richard And Kingdom Discuss

March 31, 2015, 9:00 pm

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Last week, the Pérez Art Museum Miami brought on an unlikely duo as part of its WAVES series, an art initiative curated by Katerina Llanes that highlights collaborations between artists and musicians. Former Danity Kane member and platinum selling artist Dawn Richard joined Fade to Mind producer Kingdom, aka Ezra Rubin, to perform Nexus Re-Morph, an R&B opera that seamlessly blends the two artists’ strengths into one triumphant performance piece.

With multimedia projections from Kyselina, a Berlin-based artist known for his techno renderings that blend organic and fairytale-esque graphics, Nexus Re-Morph took the audience on a musical trip to a post-apocalyptic future. Who would have thought a Making the Band 3 winner and an underground grime-cum-hip-hop producer could come together under one art museum ceiling to produce a next-level sonic experience? We certainly wonder if Diddy could have foreseen...

Below, Fade to Mind label head Prince William talks with Dawn Richard and Kingdom before their show about how they first came together and why all music venues should be more like art museums.

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PRINCE WILLIAM: Can you tell us how this collaboration came to be?
DAWN RICHARD: I was lucky enough to meet this amazing guy named Jacky [Tang from Opening Ceremony], and he had been listening to some of the material I had been doing as of late—it was very different from where I started at the beginning of my music career. He thought [Ezra and I] would be a great fit, so I sat down and spoke with [Fade to Mind] and Jacky was right. Literally within a month of that conversation, I stalked both of them—Ezra specifically—and asked him if we could get in the studio. Finally, after multiple stalks, he said yes [Laughs].

PW: Ezra, can you describe what it’s like to work with Dawn?
KINGDOM: After we first met in LA, I sent her “Honest (The Instrumental)” and she sent it back a couple of weeks later, or less than that.
DR: It was a few days.
K: Yeah, she basically sent it back in a few days and was like, “This is what I can do with an instrumental when you e-mail it to me.” She has her own system; she just came right back with a finished, beautiful song so I knew that she was super motivated and super ready to do it.

PW: Can you describe how the visual elements come into play in your project?
K: I’ve been working with this artist named Alberto Troia who goes by Kyselina and is based in Germany. I wanted to tell this story of recreation and apocalypse and traveling through really long spans of time. I wanted to tell this kind of sci-fi story, but also tie it into Dawn’s music and R&B—kind of creating a moody, sci-fi environment for this kind of music, which is completely not what normally gets put with it.

PW: Can you expand on the advantages of performing in an art museum versus a traditional venue?
DR: I think they’re very different. Both have their advantages, but what’s beautiful about performing in a museum is that there’s this factor of colliding different genres together. There’s this inspiration coming from Kyselina and Ezra. There’s this energy that each person’s artistic value b

Delfina Delettrez’s Ethereal Baubles

April 1, 2015, 9:00 pm

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If there’s one person out there who’s not afraid to get surreal, it’s Delfina Delettrez. Since starting her line in 2007, the Italian-born jewelry maker (and member of the Fendi family) has become the person to look to for bright, unexpected baubles. The love for Delfina’s sparkly—and often anatomical—pieces even extends to the Louvre’s Musée des Arts Decoratifs, where she is the youngest designer to be included in the museum’s permanent collection of fine jewelry.

This season, Delfina’s signature eyes and lips go a step more sci-fi, with wrap-around rings that give the illusion of floating jewels, earrings made of dark, space-like stones, and chain bracelets that extend to wrap around your middle finger. The result is a collection that is as delightfully bizarre as you could expect—all while being more mature and luxe than ever.

Shop all Delfina Delettrez hereClick through to view the new Spring/Summer 2015 collection from Delfina Delettrez. Kiss My Hand Bracelet in 18K white gold Handroid 1B Blue Diamond Ring in daisy yellow multi Marry Me Trillion Diamond Ring in 18K white gold Lips Piercing Earring in rubies/18K Kiss My Hand in rubies/18K 4 Domino Dots Ring in 18K white gold Stone-Edge Piercing Ring in coral/blue/18K Marry Me White Diamond Ring in 18K white gold 8 Domino Dots Ring in 18K white gold Handroid 1A White Diamond Ring in 18K white gold 2 Diamonds Dots Ring in 18K white gold

OC and The Mirror Cube Present: Must-See Events Through April 10

April 1, 2015, 9:00 pm

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We all have that moment where Friday night rolls around and a Netflix binge is the primary “event” option. In order to cure your major case of FOMO, we've teamed up with The Mirror Cube, a new happenings site that features events recommended by artists. With their expert panel of visual artists, actors, writers, and directors, The Mirror Cube brings you the lowdown on what shows, screenings, and exhibits you should check out each week in New York and Los Angeles.


Below, their picks for the week ending April 10:

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NY: Lolita at BAM Rose Cinemas
April 5 at 4 PM
Picked by: Mirror Cube
What: Oscar-winning director Stanley Kubrick’s adaptation of Vladimir Nabokov’s sexually provocative novel about an European intellectual's obsessive affair with a teenage girl.

Why go: It's being screened in its original 35mm format and features a show-stopping performance by British actor Peter Sellers.


NY: Egon Schiele: Portraits at Neue Galerie
Through April 20
Picked by: Brady Corbet
What: The early 20th-century mansion-turned-museum hosts the first US exhibit to focus on the Austrian figurative painter's portraiture, which has influenced countless artists with its intensely expressionistic depiction of sexuality and self. (Before you go: read OC’s coverage of the show!)

Why go: The exhibition places special emphasis on Schiele's traumatic imprisonment in 1912, offering a unique perspective on his work thereafter.


LA: Nick Cave: The Sick Bag Song Reading at Egyptian Theatre
April 8 at 8 PM
Picked by: Jessica Stroup
What: Musician and author Nick Cave will be reading selections from his new book, The Sick Bag Song, which was penned entirely on airplane sick bags while on tour with his band The Bad Seeds.

Why go: Cave will stick around for a Q&A after the reading, so you'll get a chance to ask him anything.


LA: White Fence and Cherry Glazerr at Natural History Museum
April 10 at 5:30 PM
Picked by: Natalie Neal
What: Tim Presley's psychedelic indie rock band White Fence and their LA dream-pop contemporaries Cherry Glazerr will perform against a backdrop of dinosaur skeletons and wildlife dioramas as part of the museum's monthly series, "First Fridays."

Why go: "Cherry Glazerr is one of my new favorite bands out of LA. Aggressive beats paired with lo-fi, dreamy vocals singing about basically anything from a teenage diary? Yes, please!" — Natalie


NY: Waxahatchee with Girlpool at Music Hall of Williamsburg
April 9 at 8 PM
Picked by: Mirror Cube
What: Waxahatchee's Katie Crutchfield, whose 2013 album Cerulean Salt landed her on Pitchfork’s "Top 100 Albums of the Decade,&

Take 15% Off Just In Time For Festival Season

April 1, 2015, 9:00 pm

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Festival season is upon us and with it comes an onslaught of flower crowns and glow sticks—but that’s not the way it has to be. You can avoid festival basic-ness and truly stand out with your woes with just one word: OASIS15.

Through April 10, OC is offering 15 percent off* any full-priced order online. With Bernhard Willhelm x MYKITA Visor Sunglasses that hide the hangover evident in your eyes, Kitsuné Caps that block the burning sun, and Opening Ceremony Palm Collage Swimsuits that embody your current surroundings, you can one-up the festival crowd before FKA twigs even hits the stage.

Just like access to a 3-Day pass, this promo doesn’t last forever. So get those festival-ready goods now while you can. Enter OASIS15 at checkout!


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*Promo ends on April 10 at 11:59 PM Eastern Standard Time. Excludes all Spring Classics styles, the OC Tech Shop, and the following designers: Comme des Garçons, Comme des Garçons PLAY, Denim x Alexander Wang, Hender Scheme, Kentshire, Loewe, M$$ x WT, Maison Martin Margiela, Rodarte Tees, and Vivienne Westwood Worlds End @ OC.Through April 10, OC is offering 15 percent off* any full-priced order online. Enter OASIS15 at checkout! 

Pay It Forward With Studio One Eighty Nine

April 2, 2015, 9:00 pm

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Longtime friends Rosario Dawson and Abrima Erwiah knew exactly what they were doing when they launched a sustainable line of clothing. After the pair took a trip through Kenya, Burundi, Rwanda, and the Democratic Republic of the Congo in 2011, they formed an idea that’s as simple as it is impactful: use fashion and other creative fields as platforms for social change.

The pair noticed that people living in developing countries were able to grow sustainable businesses through the practices of craft, art, and music. After that "a-ha!" moment, Dawson and Erwiah embarked on a journey to create Studio One Eighty Nine, an online magazine, e-commerce portal, and artisan-produced fashion line that promotes African culture. Studio One Eighty Nine also empowers women: its fashion line, now available at Opening Ceremony, was launched in support of One Billion Rising, the global campaign to end violence against women.

Studio One Eighty Nine’s Spring/Summer 2015 collection was entirely produced in Mali and Ghana, where the company is based, helping provide jobs and education to local artisans. Pieces like the Aggie Printed Military Shirt, a unisex button-down, were hand-batiked on Ghana’s Cape Coast—a process involving hot wax and hand-dyes that produces gorgeous, completely singular prints. The Bogolan Printed Shirt and the Random Bogolan Printed Sun Dress, meanwhile, are made of traditional bògòlan textiles from Mali, printed by applying fermented layers of mud to cotton. All of the garments were assembled by skilled second- and third-generation tailors in Ghana, for impeccable cuts that scream "bring on summer."

"Boa me na me mwoa wo," a symbol found printed on multiple garments in the collection like the Boa Me Printed Short Kimono, means "help me and let me help you"—a pay-it-forward motto that the brand epitomizes.

Also look out for Studio One Eighty Nine's collaboration with lingerie line and micro-finance pioneers Empowered By You. Founded by Renata Mutis Black, Empowered By You uses 20 percent of its net profits to grant loans to impoverished women around the world. In the case of the African-inspired undies created with Studio One Eighty Nine, those are going to women in Ghana.

Summer-ready outfits with impactful prints and a worthy cause? Now that's something we can stand behind.

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No Say at The Seamstress

April 2, 2015, 9:00 pm

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Last summer, OC got you Tipsy and Tan. Now, we're just getting you tipsy. Meet Fridays at Five, our cocktail series where mixologists at New York City’s white-hot new restaurants create OC-exclusive drinks for our readers. Drinking on the job? Don't mind if we do...

“Upper East Side” might bring to mind the touristy haunts of Gossip Girl lore, but head upwards and eastwards and you’ll find yourself in the land of what might just be the next Brooklyn (or so the Daily Beast says).

Nevertheless, things are happening in the area—the Second Avenue subway line is rumored to be opening “soon,” Proenza Schouler opened its first flagship near 69th street, and yes, the bar scene is getting decidedly more sceney, less bro-y.

We headed over to the latest cocktail den, The Seamstress, where Dead Rabbit-alum Pamela Wiznitzer decked out the place with old-school sewing machines, two bars, and a killer fireplace. This industry vet knows what she’s doing, and has some serious date advice to boot.

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Name: Pamela Wiznitzer

If this drink had a soundtrack, what would it be? “One Love” by Bob Marley  

Drink of choice: I’m a situational drinker, but if I’m just drinking at a bar, it’s safe to say I’ll have a Miller High Life and a sidecar of either whiskey or cognac. Or a cider and cognac. If I want to turn up, then it’s tequila, neat.

Hangover cure: An extra hour of sleep, three liquid Advil, coconut water, a banana, and yoga.

Best date advice: Have a solid plan. Don’t be wishy-washy, be confident. Don’t choose a place where you’re a super regular, but do go to a place you’ve been to before. That way you’ll be comfortable, and if you can get a reservation, that’s key. Make sure it won’t be too crowded, loud, or crazy. Don’t drink too heavily, unless that’s the way the date is going, but start slow. Have a glass of water, too, if you’re just doing drinks. Long drinks are really good—Palomas, El Diablos, Tom Collins, highball drinks. You can sit with them for a while, and they’re still really tasty. And don’t do shots. Unless you’ve already started making out and it’s a sealed deal. Then you can have one shot before taking that person home.

Worst pick-up: There was a guy at the last bar I worked at who was there with a friend, and clearly older than girls he was hitting on. I saw him hit on them three, four times unsuccessfully. There was a bit of a lull, so I was like, “Hey dude, listen. You’re being super aggressive, and it’s not working. So maybe if you back up a little, show a little game, it might work.” He was like, “You think I’m being too aggressive?” I was like, “Yeah. It’s not working.” And then he’s like, “Wanna go on a date?” No dude. I’m not interested in you! And I just saw you try to hit on those girls and fail!

What not to do to your bartender: Never snap at your bartender. Or clap your hands. And never say you like a cocktail when you really don’t like it. Vocalize it; we’re more than willing to make you another one.

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How To Celebrate Easter As An Adult

April 2, 2015, 9:00 pm

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It seems like the only fun Easter festivities are reserved for kids. From egg hunts to baskets full of chocolate to girly spring dresses, us grown-ups are but spectators to the most (read: only) exciting parts of the holiday. Well, consider us your own private Easter Bunny, because we have a few things up our sleeves to help you with that last part. Dresses with all of the pastels and ruffles you miss from Easters past, only a little more, you know, acceptable for adults.

Take a look at our Easter (and age)-appropriate dresses in the slideshow above.Roksanda Harland Sleeveless Dress in apple green/steel SUNO Asymmetrical Floral Cubes Godet Dress in multi Adam Selman Flirty Cut-Out Dress in purple Bernhard Willhelm Lovely Leitrim+E Dress in red/white Ammerman Schölsberg Milk Maid Dress in white/ivory Lea Peckre Dabbaze Sheer Cropped Tee w/Bandeau Top and Aphrane Fishnet Detailed Long Skirt in blue Isa Arfen Balloon Sleeve Dress in white Opening Ceremony Speckle Jacquard Flare Dress in white multi Rachel Comey Solin Floral Waist Wrap Belt Dress in ivory Laura Laurens Striped Sleeveless Dress in pink/white

Cosmic Numbers: April 4

April 3, 2015, 9:00 pm

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Did you wonder why everyone was feeling a little bit on edge this week? A lunar eclipse in Libra today is pushing us all past the limit in some sphere of existence, but what you will find on the other side will almost certainly be to your liking; it’s just a matter of getting past the barrier. Relationships are a major focus of this eclipse, and a poignant ending or beginning could be on the horizon. Because this is a full moon—the end of a cycle—decisions you make over the weekend will have a serious sense of finality. Make sure you choose wisely.

Aries
(March 21 - April 20)

Has a relationship that you take very seriously been on your mind this week? Something major needs to shift in the dynamic between you and someone close to you, and you will figure out exactly how to rebalance and reboot after the eclipse delivers its message tonight. Your partner in this situation wants to be on the same page, but make sure you don't push him or her too hard in one direction. Compassion, understanding, and excellent listening skills are important attributes to channel tonight.

Taurus
(April 21 - May 20)

There's something—maybe a habit or a long-held belief, possibly an irrational fear or karmic debt—that needs to be totally erased from your existence so you can move forward with a lighter load. What's burdening you? Deeply examine your life this weekend and make a commitment to move forward on the right path.

Gemini
(May 21 - June 20)

A social circle that you've been moving in for years is about to swirl in a totally different direction. A major life-change, like a move or a new job, is pushing you towards new friends and acquaintances. Don't be afraid to reach out of your comfort zone and meet new friends; your true soul-sisters will always be there for you and they will understand your need for newness and thirst for adventure.

Cancer
(June 21 - July 22)

Home and family are the most important, essential aspects of a Cancer's life. Your 20s and 30s, while you start to put down roots and establish history on your own—to build your own family—can be simultaneously unsettling and rewarding. The eclipse this Saturday will help you get grounded in your own personal history and bring you closer to the people who have helped you write the story.

Leo
(July 23 - August 22)

The planetary power is about to come back to you in a major way when Jupiter, planet of good luck, comes out of retrograde in Leo next week. In the meantime, the eclipse in Libra tonight asks you to examine your beliefs and the way you have been communicating them. It might be time to change your PR strategy.

Virgo
(August 23 - September 22)

#BBHYM. It's time to ask for what you deserve like the boss you are. The eclipse in Libra tonight highlights your financial houses, and it would be wise to use this weekend to consider how you can improve your material situation in the coming months. Eclipses can be surprising, so there is also a chance that the universe will sort everything out for you and provide an unexpected bonus.

Libra
(September 23 - October 22)

You've been flip-flopping on an issue of identity over the past couple of weeks, and it’s likely that this situation is slightly more serious than the color of famous Libra Kim Kardashian's hair. You will be closer to finding your true self after the eclipse illumina

Back In Stock: Radarte Tees

April 9, 2015, 9:00 pm

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When we stocked Rodarte’s very first line of tees way way back in 2009, how could we have known they would become the “it” casual wardrobe staple for cool kids all over the globe? Well, just by looking at them: The comfy heather-grey basics are laid-back enough to be paired with jeans for your low-key errand days, yet luxe enough to top off some of your fancier pieces (hell, go full Carrie Bradshaw if you’re so inclined).

With something this versatile, it’s no wonder we can never seem to keep these tees on our shelves. The good news is that we just got a fresh batch of Rodarte goodness, so you can cop one of your own. Just make it quick, trust us.

Shop all Rodarte here Radarte T-Shirt in heather grey Radarte Sweatshirt in grey Love/Hate T-Shirt in heather grey

Stay Cool, Stay Comfy: Brand New Vans For Opening Ceremony

April 12, 2015, 9:00 pm

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In terms of the whole “luxe casual wear” thing, we see your limited-edition Japanese slub tees and molleton cotton sweatpants and raise you a pair of Vans. Not just any Vans, but Vans made of caviar or lizard leather, with crocodile embossing and fresh summer colors.

It’s our Vans for Opening Ceremony collab, of course, a new four-piece collection that combines high-quality materials with the laid-back everyday appeal of the classic slip-on. The unexpected choices in material are amped up a notch with the line’s use of color — from deep forest green to pure, unadulterated blue, the difference in these kicks is easy to spot long before you cop a feel of them. Top it all off with our rubber logo displayed alongside the classic Vans trademark on the heel, and peak skater luxe is finally achieved. Stay cool. Stay comfy.

Shop all Opening Ceremony for men and women hereClick through to shop our latest collab with Vans Vans Crocodile Embossed Leather Slip-Ons in black Vans Caviar Textured Leather Slip-Ons in cerulean blue Vans Crocodile Embossed Leather Slip-Ons in forest green Vans Lizard Embossed Leather Slip-Ons in optic white