But a few weeks ago, despite the bitter cold temps and impending snow, I rocked out like it was an early spring day in nothing more than three key pieces of clothing: vest, undershirt/cami, and 3-D bootybastic pants.
I’d call them leggings, but really … they’re pants.
The designer was new Philly friend Keturah Drake, who co-owns and co-designs the line Lobo Mau. We met at a trunk show way back in December. I knew these had to be mine as soon as I saw ‘em hanging from the rack, acting all cool, casual and 3-D.
“What the heck do you mean by 3-D, Sammy?” You’re probably asking yourself right now.
So not like you just randomly “own” 3-D glasses, but if you are one of the 90328409384 people who saw Avatar at Imax, and you snuck a pair of 3-D glasses from the theater without returning them, then you have the materials needed to witness the three dimensional effects of these pants. It’s as easy as that: Put on the cheap plastic 3-D glasses, and you get a remarkable, awe-inspiring fashion experience that sure beats watching Zoe Saldana and Sam Worthington make out as aliens. For reals.
Surprisingly, these don’t warrant the same attention that my hot pink leggings do. But then again, not everyone is walking around with 3-D glasses on.
Email Keturah here to pick up your own, or facebook her to say hello! This fab 3-D print is also available as a tube dress!
Can’t wait to get me one for spring. 3-D body, anyone?
THE SHOES: Pink Nikes, circa ‘02 [I was 17 when I bought ‘em!]
I feel like these are the type of pants that if you started at ‘em long enough, you’d begin to see things. Like, hallucinating-seeing-things. Don’t try this at home, kids.
I decided to get jiggy with it for this shot.
I love this vest because it has such an elegant, silk-screened back.
The hair is getting longer … and longer … and LONGER.
A quick synopsis of the results [and FUN!] of cleaning out Katie Wagner’s Upper West Side closet.
What we did: Reviewed her wardrobe and its organization.
Then, re-organized pieces into winter and spring/summer/fall closets [making winter the most accessible and organized closet]
Also, reviewed pieces that no longer fit her lifestyle, look, and size, plus pieces she was holding onto to “fix.” We put the “nos” in a Goodwill donation bag that I hauled off to my local drop-off in SpaHa.
Sammy D Sunshine Cleaning: Email me for an appointment! The only cost: I can take your clothes and resell if desired!
Print out this invitation and bring with you to save $5 off the regular admission price of $20. Discover high styles from the last century that inspire today’s fashion trends.
Friday, February 5: 1pm-8pm Saturday, February 6: 11am-6pm
Metropolitan Pavilion 125 W. 18th St. (Btwn. 6th & 7th Aves.) New York, NY 10011
My roommate had gone missing [literally — he was gone from the apartment for three entire weeks!!] so I went to find him in his hometown of Pompton Lakes.
While there, I paid a visit to the Salvation Army across the street from where he lives.
The verdict: Worth visiting, but not a destination on the Salvation Army circuit. There are better Sal Vals to be found.
1.) Is it trendy and/or unique? [like the Atlantic City jacket, holla!] 2.) Does it fit? 3.) Do the zippers/buttons work? 4.) Is it clean and/or can it be washed? 5.) Do I really NEED it for the collection?
Lights, Camera, Action, VINTAGE! // The SDV Lovin' Sale
You know those days in your life that you just don’t want to end? When you are on such a natural high, riding the rollercoaster of life, and you just want to keep getting back in line and putting your hands up high when your train hits the top of the hill?
That was me on Sunday, the day of the first official Sammy Davis Vintage Lovin’ Sale.
You — my friends, my fans, my support — showed up at the apartment of Julia & Andrea Bartz [big thanks, ladies!] to indulge in some of my favorite things: Vintage, mimosas and networking.
I can safely say that all of the above was achieved, and more. About 30 of you rolled through Spanish Harlem — some trekking from as far as Greenpoint, Brooklyn!!! — to snag some new vintage for your wardrobe, or to add vintage to your wardrobe for the first time!
Shout out to all the vintage virgins, so glad I helped to pop that cherry ;-)
Keep reading for a fast & furious recap!
Missed my sale? Email me to coordinate a stop at my showroom. The 50% off sale continues until the new season - Spring!!!
Andrea & Julia have a hallway in their apartment. [that’s what you get for living above 100th street, peeps!] We gave the apartment a sexy, vintage glow. Loves.
Mimosas, wine, & brownies. I want some right now.
You shopped! Look at you shop! I’m so proud of you.
You networked! Look at you network! I’m so proud of you.
My stash of vintage & consignment jewelry. Quote from Andrea Bartz, the new happy owner of a silver heart necklace:
“Did you know …that the puffed-heart necklace you sold me has little jingles inside so it makes chiming sounds when I walk? I’m in LOVE. And our art director complimented it today, and she has a very discerning eye.”
Since Andrea works at SELF mag, and her art director is obviously extremely talented …well then. Yay!
When bookshelves become art, you know you’ve got a good thing going on.
Belts, bags, gloves, hats, oh my!
And that’s a wrap, folks. Thank you SO much to those who were able to hold the nose bleed and visit me above 100th street - Sammy Davis Vintage Lovin’ SUMMER SALE!!!! coming in June. Mark your calendars, TBD date!
Good friend and Spanish Harlem neighbor Miss Julia Bartz just dropped off above bag of old, unworn/unwanted clothing to her local Goodwill [for those who live Upper East Side and/or Upper UPPER East Side: The Goodwill is located at 121st & 3rd Avenue!].
I was so pumped & proud of her that I begged her to grab a shot of said donation bag with her iPhone.
5 reasons why donating your old threads rocks:
5.) DE-CLUTTERING YOUR CLOSET! Not only does the act of donating old clothes DE-CLUTTER your closet of pieces that just haven’t been worn and probably will continue NOT to be worn, but it helps you to evaluate what you do have. And sometimes reminds you of those pieces that got lost in the shuffle. Bring them to light!
4.) SUSTAINABLE STYLE! Buying second hand is about as sustainable as it gets. I call it effortless sustainability. You don’t even have to worry about whether the fabric was sourced or produced eco-consciously. Because … it was already made. You have no control. What you do have control over is whether you buy new versus second hand. And trust me, buying second hand is always better than new, unless you have hundreds of dollars to invest in a Stella McCartney green wardrobe. But we all know that’s a bit much, realistically speaking.
3.) SHOP THE THRIFT STORE! See above? Well, read that, then read this = you are already donating the clothes, so why not shop the racks while you’re there?
2.) CAUSE IT’S CHARITABLE. Salvation Army, Goodwill, church shops local to your community … these institutions exist to do good for the world. And by donating your clothes cost-free, and allowing thrift stores to sell them at low-cost, not only enables you to GIVE back to these charities and those they help, but to give back to your community by offering quality clothes for less. You go girl.
1.) TAX WRITE OFFS!! Do I hear April taxes calling? Make sure you get a tax write-off form from whatever facility you choose to unload. If they don’t offer one up front, ask for one. You don’t get anything in life without asking!
She’s got a lot of kick ass things going for her, including a kick ass haircut, a kick ass sense of style, and thanks to SDV, some kick ass ripped tights.
Allow me to explain.
Before hitting up New York’s first MMP versus BBG last Friday, this fine lady and I consulted regarding her outfit for the evening. Wait, scratch that.
We tore her freakin’ closet apart.
What we came up with? A snazzy vintage belt, skirt-turned-dress [for reals, meant for the waist, not the bust] and after a sheer moment of confusion as to how to handle a tear in her only black tights … Amazing Ripped Tights.
Making your own set of A.R.T.s is an art-form in and of itself. It takes the following things:
1.) Acceptance. You are ripping your tights, and you are going to love it.
2.) Really great nails. Scissors, tweezers, a knife … won’t do the same justice as good ole’ scratchin’ nails.
3.) A good sense of direction. AKA a good eye as where to place new rips, tears, and holes
Andi had all of the above, and more. Check out her self-ripped A.R.T.s below.
I squealed like a pig when seeing this belt. For reals.
Bit of advice: put big holes on the hips. You have more meat there [I know that sounds gross, but tis true]. The long rip darts can go on the calves. It’s like adding cheekbones … a little sexy pizazz.
Not a sexy pizazz: Taking off your shoes and finding old ADIDAS socks [white, no less!] beneath.
Price for your self-made A.R.T.s: ~$6 from local drugstore
Price for ones made by other companies? Well, if its on the runway of Alexander Wang … more than $6, I can assure you.
On Sunday, January 31st, Sammy Davis Presents a Vintage Lovin’ Sale.
What’s the deal? Pieces below, + three more racks at 50 PERCENT OFF and a special appearance in VINTAGE TEES by PIA: Purpose Is Addiction = a Vintage Lovin’ Sale.
WARNING: Vintage porn below … may want to read in private, you’ll get SO excited.
I was hesitant to do this post, only because I took so.many.dang.pictures.
Why so picture happy? because today was one of those days I didn’t want to wear just one jacket. Because in all honesty, I’m really sick and tired of my winter coats. I mean, just the other day I donated some to the local Goodwill. ‘Nuff said.
So, I layered. And layered and …. layered some more.
The results below.
Now what was I layered en route to? Why, to style the fabulous Derrick Sabater of the Fresh Prince of New York City event happening on March 7th! Ticket sales are live NOW. Get ‘em while they’re hot … and to see the 90s-themed fashion show that I am co-producing.
CLICK NOW to buy tickets online [only $20!!], for a $5 discount!
All I have to say is: HOLLER.
THE LOOK: Layered x Layered = LAYERED
THE JACKET: Kenneth Cole, Lancaster Tanger Outlets, circa ‘05 [it’s so overworn, that it LOOKS vintage. But I assure you, it’s just a kick ass outlet find]
THE VEST: L.L.Bean [no for reals, that brand has some killer winter gear] compliments Mama D Christmas ‘07
THE SUNGLASSES: Sammy Davis Vintage collection
THE VEST: H&M, gifted consignment from Sammy D Sunshine Cleaning
THE TOP: The Limited lace, circa ‘03-‘04 [?]
THE BODY SUIT: H&M Madonna collection [yup … remember that?] circa ‘07
THE PANTS: Urban Outfitters, Boston, circa ‘07
THE BELT: Primark, London, circa ‘06
THE BOOTS: Galoshes I hate … but end up needing to wear often, Marshals, circa ‘07
THE SOCKS: Compliments of Mama D, Christmas ‘09
THE IPOD: The new shuffle [with those nifty earbuds you use to control your songs] compliments of Crystal Light PR [gift before I left the corporate world, holler!]
[and I didn’t even put on jewelry today!]
Sammy D = DIVA.
Found these sunglasses at a Salvation Army in Long Island. No, these weren’t from off the street at a friendly sunglasses vendor in SoHo. These are the real McCoy.
The vest is so puffy, that just strapping the leather jacket is enough to keep it secure.
The leopard galoshes [that I secretly hate] came in handy in today’s snow. That actually melted immediately, but oh well. That’s why you own these things. To actually WEAR them, Sammy.
I refuse to take off my sunglasses or iPod when in the apartment.
I totally see an accidental ducktail creeping up behind … Sammy D needs a haircut!
Love the shirt’s lace juxtaposed against the masculinity of the vest.
