Nothing: July 2009

Around the District | MidCity Dog Days Sidewalk Sale

Lets be honest, for us men shopping can sometimes get old and tiring. But one thing that never gets old...catching a sale and a good bargain. With the weekend off of work what better way to spend it than to celebrate DC shopping with the Mid-City Dog Days of Summer Sidewalk Sale. All weekend long you can join tons of Washingtonians as they hoard around the U Street area. Far from Downtown, where tourist tend to flock, this cool event is not only a great opportunity to shop and take part in DC’s Tax Free Holiday, its also great to eat, drink, people watch, enjoy the entire atmosphere, and support local DC designers, artisans, and business owners. With a variety of of small restaurants and boutiques, you are sure to find unique indie pieces that will be cherished for years by you and strangers alike.

Mid-City has long become the perfect destination for clothing stores that support local designers, have the most authentic footwear, showcase vintage accessories, and provide for character within what you wear. Its sure to be an event that any fashionisto won't find fault in and with tons of other free activities, how can you say no. So come on down to Mid-City this weekend for the Dog Days of Summer Sidewalk Sale, your sure to not be disappointed.

Here are a few Mid-City stores that are sure to catch you interest:

Lettie Gooch Boutique (1911 9th Street)
Garden District Interior (14th and Church Streets)
Miss Pixies (1626 14th Street)
Pop (1803-A 14th Street)

See you there. More information after the jump.

What MidCity Sidewalk Sale with shops, galleries, and restaurant all which feature bargains and sales, trunk shows, and entertainment.
Why Its an bargain-ful event.
When Sat. & Sun. - August 1 & 2
Where 9th-17th Street NW, between P & W Street

Accessories Report | Daniele Alessandrini A/W 09

Most brands and labels design collections that suffer from a frightening case of "either you love it or you hate it"-itis. While I can respect a designer for sticking to what they know and like, I am also respectful when they pay attention to the masses and create a collection that will appeal to all. It seems like the designers of Daniele Alessandrini kept the masses in mind when creating their A/W 09 accessories range - and what a range it is. Providing an odyssey in time, accessories start of with a big trend this year - the classics. Footwear generates as trendy moccasins, slip-ons, boots, boat shoes, slippers, brogues, and loafers. Done in leather, suede, and wax-cotton, footwear is accompanied with hats, ties, bow-ties, gloves, scarves, and belts all unified with a similar color palette of fall shades and patterns, clean lines, and a simple yet intelligent design aesthetic. The collection then progresses to modern times where tennis shoes take a main focus. Both low-top and high-top are present in a number of texture mixtures. Colors are coordinated with a smart look in mind, one that is more casual than athletic. Gloves become more modern as well, with fingerless gloves taking the place of the previous leather ones from the beginning of the journey. Scarves, hats, ties, and belts appear more bright with multiple textures ranging from leather and croc to suede. Overall, the collection can be compared to DC in every way. The beginning is more conservative and neat, perfect for workwear. Think Capitol Hill, K Street, the West Wing...whichever you choose. The ending is given a more casual outlook, or in lamest terms its perfect for the after-work hours. Think Dupont Circle, U Street, Adams Morgan...wherever your particular crew hangs. And oh yeah, undergarments are included...Ill stick with my always handy Hanes, and Armani Emporio for special nights.

Image Source: Mens Rag

Style on the Street | At the Tender Age of...

-50 years in the future!

Trend Report | Brooklyn Circus Reversible Bowtie

One thing that every man should know how to do is tie a tie. One thing that every stylish man should know how to do is tie a bow tie. The first of the two will benefit you more often, while the later of the two will specifically benefit you when it comes to the Brooklyn Circus Reversible Bowties. Straight from Japan, they are all about style and versatility - offering two looks in one bow tie. Furthermore, the bow tie happens to be one fashion accessory that can be worn on Capitol Hill without garnering the stink eye from few...and talking behind you back by most. And while we don't have any information on pricing just yet, you can email contact@kidgq.com and that information will be sent to you shortly. More views right after the jump.

Image Source: Selectism

Lookbook Report | J.W Anderson A/W 09

Another attempt is made to prove that menswear may soon be a thing of the past, along with womenswear, this time by J.W Anderson. In an unpredictable manner, Anderson showcases his odd A/W 09 collection. Odd in that the collection is feminine and masculine...all at the same time. An equal balance is created with structured, thick, and wide silhouetted knitwear, outerwear, suiting, and everything else in between that is composed of soft fabric. To make things more confusing, they chose a feminine looking models to give us a scratch of the head while viewing the lookbook. Great detailing is present throughout, and while the collection is a great interpretation of the times, it is quite doubtful that any of these looks will be seen in DC, or at least they wont be executed in DC. I do however see pieces being mixed with traditional wear, which in all honesty is that way that it should be done. More views after the jump.

Image Source: Mens Rag

Footwear Report | Rachael Comey Spring 2010

Footwear is something that I often like to refer to as artistry, and Rachael Comey seems to take that same work aesthetic whenever she designer her latest footwear collections. She continues this decree with her Spring 2010 collection, bringing a great twist to shoes that are already classic. Interesting shapes and authentic material work to create a great variety of silhouettes and is what gives her latest collection the most character, much like the city of DC. More views after the jump.