November 03 2008
As promised mid-summer, Jeffrey Campbell small men’s collection debuted last week. FIRST by JC shipped out to select retail locations in the US in late October–with the first offering of mens styles. The collection is very limited edition–and available at a price that makes them super accessible and ready to slap on your feet. As temperatures drop—you can know work your look in comfort and style with FIRST by Jeffrey Campbell. After about ten hours at retail–these two styles were featured on men.style.com hailing from the shelves of OAKNYC.COM.
After more than a decade crafting women’s shoes in L.A., designer Jeffrey Campbell is now making them for men. His inaugural offerings—helpfully called First by Jeffrey Campbell—are available at Oak, and prove that you can still find new ways to update the classics. For instance, he’s wrapped a combat boot’s uppers in raw-edged waxed canvas and softened a motorcycle boot with dusty gray suede. Best of all, at $249 a pair, they’re affordable. First, in other words, but hopefully not last.
Zippered combat boot and suede motorcycle boot, $249 each, available atoaknyc.com
MATTHEW SCHNEIER
Photo: Oak
October 27 2008
What in the world did we do before camera phones? I mean really—I don’t even remember my life without the drunken self takes and “inspirational” shots I take of cute passengers on the NYC subway. Just the other night, out with drinks we were showing and discussing various camera phone pics, images and audacities—-when my pal Andrew topped it all with this STARBUCKS shot from midtown.
On a break from work, he stopped in the STARBUCKS in midtown–you know the one, right?….and there perched on the shelf—like a gift from GOD himself, was a JEFFREY CAMPBELL shoe box. I mean, is Jeffrey Campbell doing a collaboration with the S-bucks? And if so, will the shoes come with whip cream?
October 22 2008
Last Sunday at LA Fashion Week, ROJAS made a strong appearance back on the runway–showing at the BOXeight Studios to a crowded house. After not showing the past few seasons, the LA based collection was back with a fresh spring show that highlighted looks which would encourage you to get your business on a treadmill this winter—to prep for some Spring action packed with short shorts, shorter shorts, min-jumpers and leg baring essentials in ikats, prints and cottons. The overall look, for both men and women, was a relaxed vintage feel–with updated silhouettes and shapes to keep the attitude fresh. The ROJAS show, which was clearly attended by the LA “Cute Set,” was perfectly juxstaposed with the party vibe of the Boxeight space. Cash bars, DJ’s, the celbrity tranny set, mingling and mixing all took place at the downtown venue.
We at Jeffrey Campbell were ecstatic when approached by ROJAS for a chance to style several of their looks for the event. We have alwyas admired the street vibe of the line and the combination of “naughty and nice” that ROJAS seems to own. All of the jeffrey campbell shoes used for the show are available for your buying pleasure at WWW.SOLESTRUCK.com, including CAUSE, the newest Jeffrey Campbell Design which fatures a low heel and extreme zip up ankle shaft. Also selected for the show by stylist ALEJANDRE HERNANDEZ, were the jeffrey Campbell MARLY—a shoe, also available at SOLESTRUCK, which simply doesn’t stop (pictured above).
Go to www.solestruck.com now to see updated Jeffrey Campbell desings, including the styles used in the ROJAS show—and of course…the new Jeffrey Campbell CAUSE shown here in black patpent.
Special thanks to ROJAS, ALEJANDRE HERNANDEZ, and SOLESTRUCK.com
October 18 2008
Pumps in general have been shutting it down on runways all season long. Designers from every angle and country have gone back to demure and lady like pumps on all different heights, textures, heels and feels. Many top designers are showing the square toe pump for spring—but guess what…JC has it on the floor for fall–May I introudce you to THE PROP.
The perfect square toe and blocky feel give the prop a mid 90’s feel, but upon closer inspection and with the right styling a 1920’s romanticism can be felt from this amazing shape and toe detail. Brought to life with an array of pop suede hues–the PROP is sersiously…the go to shoe for all. Paired with so many lucks and different colors the shape lends itself to taking even a jean based look to the next level.
You can currently find all the colors of PROP available at www.shopbop.com–including the simple and elegant black suede—perfect for holiday! Get your shop on—then get your prop on.
October 09 2008
If there is one thing we know about the true JC Girl–it’s that she loves originality. Our collection has so many inspirations–be them vintage, runway, trend or european street—there truly is a look for every lady. The new Jeffrey Campbell CRYSTAY WEDGE COLLECTION is no exception. Available only at Free People, and co-desgined with F.P.–the new shoes have a urban edge–while staying true to the Free People boho roots.
Taking inspiration from the FREE PEOPLE CLOTHING collection, the CRYSTALS we designed with function and versatility in mind. Three versions on the same 70’s inspired deluxe suede wedge keep the possibilities endless styling wise. The Wrap, the ankle strap and the original tie front are all comfy, adorable and available in limited quantities only at FREEPEOPLE.com.
