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NBC nightly news reports that one of the only consumables that has had positive sales is, lottery tickets (followed closely by alcohol). Their rez expert lady likens the scratch-off spike is more like when movie ticket sales increased in the 30s, saying that people want a bit of escapism in tough times. The fantasy that their life could change over-night. What else might also be on the upswing? I am calling for sex and hallucinogens. I am crossing my beer chilled fingers for the day when someone makes a valentines day gift basket of all four vices; guaranteed sell out. Retailers peep that.

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A small slideshow of favorite excerpts from Central Saint Martins Fall/Winter 07/08. I highly recommend looking at all the designs on style.com

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10 ways to work a little (subtle) bondage dressing into your wardrobe without going full on Giles or Alaia. Not that I don't love both of their work immensley, but there is only one Naomi/Carine/Kate and they could make a zip lock bag and some shoe string look haute.

clockwise starting at top left: faceted bracelet: forever21; patent clutch: guess?; cut-out dress: narciso rodriguez; chain and faux snakeskin bangle: forever21; black patent clutch: mulberry for giles; hot pink keyhole cardigan: miu miu; off the shoulder tee: rachel pally; studded platforms: jimmy choo; pieced dress with pockets: mayle; quilted drawstring bag with chain strap: zac posen