Dirtee Hollywood celebrated the collaboration at Fred Segal in LA, and Atrium in NYC, where Pretty Connected had the pleasure of meeting Molly and watching her work (she literally transformed a blank canvas into a burlesque-vixen with an octopus before our very eyes (see pictures below).

Pretty Connected (PC): How did you come to be apart of this collaboration?

Molly Crabapple (MC): Dirty Hollywood approached me about a year ago. I had never thought I would do a fashion line before but they gave me complete creative freedom. They said ‘Molly you’re known for doing saucy Victorian girls, do saucy Victorian girls for us’ and it’s just been this wonderful collaboration ever since.

PC: How did you come up with the drawings for Dirty Hollywood?

MC: I suppose I should have a more rational explanation for this, but I really put pencil to paper and see what comes out. I did a ton of sketches and they selected their favorites and then I refined the drawings.

PC: What inspired the piece you’re working on in the store

MC: I like octopuses and I like girls in stripey tights.

PC: Did you also pick the outfits for the models this evening?

MC: I did. All these models are my friends and the top burlesque performers in NY.  They are all kind of my muses –I come from the Burlesque scene. They are all styled to look like my drawings. I picked big crazy hair, striped tights, and little booty shorts.

PC: What’s next for you?

MC: I have a bunch of projects I’m working on right now, I’m doing a web comic with DC Comics, which is awesome. I’ve done a number of seasons with Dirty Hollywood, this is just the first one to be released. So I hope we’ll be collaborating for many years to come.

For more information on Molly Crabapple for Dirtee Hollywood collection visit dirteehollywood.com

I’ve posted about Cammie Hill’s clutches and totes in the past so I thought I’d share the recent promo they’re running on Daily Candy — 30% off, plus free shipping! Visit CammieHill.com and enter code DCCAMMIE at checkout.  Valid until August 1st, 2010. Enjoy!

Hey New York, She & Him is playing a FREE show at The Beach at  Governor’s Island today! Doors open at 12pm, show starts at 4pm (get there by 3:30pm –that’s when they are distributing wristbands).  Hopefully I pull it together and make it. I’m a fan of Zooey Deschanel, she was the cutest in Elf.

Unique Vintage clothing is offering 20% off their entire site until July 5^th with code ‘happy 4^th’ at checkout.

Talika is holding a Love Your Lashes.  Visit their facebook page from now until July 31^st and receive a FREE Lipocils Expert, their new natural lash booster. After using the product for 28 days, entrants are required to submit a video between July 18th and August 31st that documents their experience and results. The winner receives a collection of Talika products worth $1000! Visit Talika Cosmetics  Facebook page HERE for full details.

Check out Votre Vu’s Lifestyle Photo Contest for your chance to win a $500 Votre Vu shopping spree! Submit a photo that shows you being what you’re all about by 9/1 for your chance to win. Details HERE.

If you’re in New Orleans for the 4th, celebrate the last day of the Essence Music Festival with Carol’s Daughter. Their pop-up shop is located at 531 Bienville Street (between Charters St. & Decatur St.), open from 10am-7pm, stop by around 1pm to meet gospel duo Mary Mary. Details HERE.

Oh and catch some fireworks while you’re at it. Happy 4th of July everyone!

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To everyone that knows me, it comes as no surprise that I have a bit of a shoe addiction (they can be found along my closet, behind my door, under the bed, and any off-season shoes in my storage closet).  So lately I’ve been trying to be more responsible with my purchasing habits — if for no other reason then space restraints and to avoid being so wasteful.  So my new rule is no overlap – I do not need another pair of black pumps or brown flats no matter how cute or ‘practical’ they are.

When I first came across Stuart Weitzman’s Pellets shoes (the picture does not do them justice) I didn’t even realize they were made of rubber until I tried them on. And to be clear, I am not a jellies kinda gal, I do however lead an event heavy lifestyle, which when it comes to shoes can be a challenge with all the rain NYC has been experiencing this year. I’m often posed with the question: is it better to wear my rain boots or take my chances with ruining my heels?  Well my new answer is none of the above.  These flats are versatile, comfortable, and most importantly waterproof!  And while they do breath, you are wearing rubber without any socks so there’s about a 4-hour window before your feet feel a little sweaty.

So needless to say they came home with me and are everything I never knew I always needed. I picked them up in Silver, however they are also available in additional colors including Fuchsia, Black and Gold.

Bring it puddles!

Additional details:

• Synthetic upper with perforations for breathability.
• Lightly padded footbed.
• Flexible synthetic sole.
• 3/8″ heel.
• 7.00 oz.

Price: $140, on sale from $96-$126 (depending on color) at Zapps.com

Last week a friend of mine introduced me to the bags of Cammie Hill and I instantly fell for her clutches.  Spring/Summer is when I shed my big bags and go straight for something smaller, more feminine and fun, and these clutches definitely fit the bill. Now, despite how attracted I am to a bag, I do have a few general rules when picking one out to ensure it won’t be just another pretty thing that collects dust on my mantle.  The smaller the bag, the better but it has to be shaped appropriately to fit my iPhone, ID case, and few makeup bag essentials. Measuring 10.5” x 6”, the clutches are tested and approved!  The other thing I look for is a strap.  This isn’t a deal breaker but more for my convenience since I lose everything.  All Cammie Hill clutches come with a beaded bracelet wristband, which not only adds personality to an already great bag, but also makes for the perfect accessory. The added perk is the wristband is completely removable.

There are two fabrications to chose from, reclaimed leather ($210) or organic cork ($145) , both in a variety of colors.

For more information visit cammiehill.com

What an evening! The space was definitely prom worthy, as we’re the guests who took the dress attire very seriously –I even overheard the girl in the ladies room say she is wearing her dress from senior year. Impressive considering mine should be burned (I still can not believe I ever wore a sea-foam green Jessica McClintok princess dress –by choice). Great 80s and 90s classics had the dance floor packed; there was even a performance by the St. John Cheerleaders!  They really delivered all the perks of prom, with the added bonus of being old enough to enjoy an open bar.  The only thing missing was the photo booth, I’ll just have to keep my fingers crossed for next year.
Affiliation: I was invited to this event as press by a company representative

Last night at the MET Gala, Lively looked gorgeous in her blue mini Marchesa dress and makeup look by Elaine Offers for NARS Cosmetics.

Get Blake Lively’s Makeup Look:

Using all NARS Cosmetics products, Elaine Offers used PRO-PRIME Skin Smoothing Face Prep, on her face, Smudge Proof Eyeshadow Base and Goddess Soft Touch Shadow Pencil on her eyes, Beverly Hills Multiple Tint for cheeks and Love Devotion Lipstick on lips.

Well done, she looked impeccable!

Here’s the deal using only toilet paper in combination with your choice of tape, glue, needle, and thread (or all of the above) create a wedding dress.

To enter, submit some digital photos (front, back and side) to TPdresscontest@gmail.com. Video clips are welcome as well, but not required.

There’s no entry fee. Grand prize winner receives $1,000, 2^nd place $500 and 3^rd place $250. Contest runs from now until May 15^th.  The winner will be announced on June 4^th.

For more information and official rules (plus more images from past winners) visit www.cheap-chic-weddings.com

Go figure, I check my email and within an hour of the post going live the lovely people at Diane von Furstenberg sent me an email! They clarified the promo code ‘DVFSHIPFREE’ (to sum it up you could buy as many $400+ dresses you’d like but if there wasn’t an item in your shopping cart for under $100 –like the $20 iPhone cover, you don’t qualify for free shipping). But lets forget about that nonsense considering they shared an even better promo code with me!  Use APRILSHIP at checkout during the month of April and receive free ground shipping on any purchase. No catches or qualifier.

Oh and as far as my difficulties and countless error messages while trying to order the cover, all I can say to that is patience is a virtue. Or the best things in life are worth waiting for? 10^th times a charm? Okay I’ll stop, you get the point. Hopefully your order goes right through, but if not, keep trying and it should eventually work.  It finally did for me and I’m so excited!

In fact, I bought two. I’m not taking any chances considering how quickly I tear through iPhone covers.

For more information visit DVF.com

Shall we?

For more information visit Style.Target.com