Holy Hellz via MISS

Karmaloop and MISS <3 our girl Lanie from Hellz Bellz! Since the inception of Hellz-Bellz in 2005, founder and creative director Lanie Alabanza-Barcena has been heralded as a game changer in the womens wear industry. With an appreciation for the subcultures of our past and present, Hellz-Bellz provides contemporary clothing that represents a rebellious youth, a creative class, a community of forward thinking females that know not the bounds of social norms. Each cut-and-sew piece and every collaborative project is designed down to the very last detail, keeping in mind the need to feed the appetites of the fashion savvy who crave an alternative to the conforming fashion of today. The girls at MISS shot Lanie over a brief survey, where they got her opinion on everything from fake nails to her favorite season of Houswives.  Check it:

For all you die-hard Hellz fans, rejoice because the Hellz Boutique is opening tomorrow on Plndr! Check out some seriously major styles at some seriously awesome prices.  Feeling uninspired about how to pair the pieces? Check these ideas from MISS:

Pair the Warhol Basic Denim pants from Hellz (for purchase on Plndr) with the King II Hobo by Deux Lux.

Or try styling the Candy Striper Pocket Tank by Hellz Bellz with the Jumbo Bow pin by *The Extras.

British Invasion

We really have a huge crush on Motel and judging by all of the press the brand has been getting, it’s fair to say that you are also smitten! These blog worthy Brits keeps us on our toes with effortlessly chic pieces that are easy to mix, match, and layer (check out the recent Buyer Wire!). Motel kills it once again with the Rae Dress, featured in the July issue of Cosmo. Acknowledged for it’s hot factor with the gents, the low cut back of this dress is jazzed up with metallic roping. Other styles “He’d Love to See You In…” came as a surprise to us – it seems the boys have finally caught on! Rompers, one shouldered dresses, sheer details, and destroyed denim shorts all topped the list.

Boyfriend’s Closet

We love our boys — and their loungewear. Not gonna lie, we think some of it looks better on us than them (at least that’s what we tell ourselves to rationalize the comfort level). Whether menswear inspired or literally taken from our men’s wear (brownie points for feminine personalization!), the casual cool factor of some worn in shorts, tees, and “borrowed” hats make the closet coup worthwhile. Visit our Shop By Style category, BOYFRIEND’S CLOSET, to avoid the risk of encountering smelly socks when sneaking into your guy’s territory.

Above (from left): the Washed Silk Boyfriend Shirt by Blank Denim, the RVCA Boyfriend Short by RVCA, and the Big League Burnout Baseball Tee by Alternative Apparel.

The Ugliest Jeans Ever

Ever look back at a photo of yourself and wonder what you were thinking when you put on that awful pair of jeans?  Well hopefully these denim disasters will help you feel a little better about any slight fashion faux pas you may have made in the past. See more at Refinery 29.

Street Style: Abigail

This weeks Street Style features Abigail, Karmaloop’s “Assistant to COO.” Abigail is ready for summer, are you?! Gear up and be sure to have a good summer reading pick at your side, such as Chelsea Handlers’ “My Horiztonal Life.” It’s funny and awkward at the same time, you’ll love it. Now back to Abigail… here is what she’ wearing:

Glasses: The Bococas Glasses by Brooklyn Bandit

Bodysuit: The Amber Bodice in Jungle Tiger Black Cream by Motel

Overall: The Denim Acid Wash Overalls by Rojas

Necklace and Rings: Obey

Shoes: The Dylan Sandal by Dolce Vita

Steal her Style: Debbie Harry

How many hot “Debbie’s” do you know? Yeah, exactly one–and she was pretty fiery in her day.

Let your inner rock goddess shine with the Joyrich Rock Cropped Tee, the Melody Ehsani Chain Pow Gun Ring, the Ash Kate Shoe, and the Blank Denim Brickberry Patchwork Short.

Street Style: Jeni

Karmaloop loves Jeni! Jeni recently transferred over from customer service and is now happily a part of the Women’s Buying team!

Here is what she is sporting…

Hat: Brixton

Tee: Alternative Apparel

Jewlery: Jeni’s own

Watch: Nooka

Sunglasses: Super

Shorts: Blank Denim

Belt: Nixon

Tights: Customized by Jeni

Shoes: Mine

The product in this post is new to Karmaloop and will be available to purchase shortly, so don’t sleep!

Looks Like Someone’s Got A Case of the (Cheap) Mondays

Cheesy movie reference aside…Karmaloop definitely has a growing affinity for Cheap Monday, as does the rest of the shopping world! To satisfy your craving for this edgy trendsetting brand, peep these features for inspiration on how to style Cheap Monday’s must have spring and summer pieces:

The March/April issue of Sportswear International features the Cube Bracelet which adds some glitz to an acid wash denim jacket.

Check out CITYist for some styling tips on how to rock the Nova Bikini in Black, Green, and Lilac.

Industry insiders made their pick for what they think will be hot this spring in the March issue of Lucky. Guess what was their denim selection? The Zip Low Jean in Flower Patch!

Cop This Look: Beachy Chic

Still have a while to go before beach season (with the exception of all you spring breakers!) but might as well start daydreaming about it now: boardwalks, sand, sun, surf, friends, windows down. Vanessa Hudgens has the exact look for that daydream in frayed denim shorts, a floppy beach hat, strappy sandals, and a baggy Wildfox tank.

Get a similar summer style with the Wildfox #9 Mega Babe Tank by Wildfox, the Soth Cloth Relax’d Classique Shorts by Blank Denim, and the Odessa Sandal by DV Shoes by Dolce Vita.

Spring Tripp

Tripp NYC spring just landed, bringing us a fresh take on the distressed looks you’ve seen so far this season. Acid wash stretch denim, layered torn hoodies, and lace up cut out leggings are only a few of the punk inspired pieces you must have for Spring. Deck yourself out in a total Tripp look, fit for St. Marks place, NYC, or pick a starter piece to pair with your basics for a more relaxed look. Either way, you’ve created a unique get up inspired by the one and only, Tripp NYC.