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The Winner of Our You Can’t Fake Fashion Contest Is… Hark, The Inside Source has found a winner for the graphic contest celebrating eBay and CFDA’s You Can’t Fake Fashion campaign! After judging tons of entries for creativity and originality, we award Marcy Castelgrande a $500 eBay gift card for her design “True Beauty” (see her artist statement below). We’d like to thank all our other entries who submitted amazing works.  Title of Submission: True Beauty Artist Name: Marcy Castelgrande What is the inspiration behind your submission?  A pure design is an evolution of creativity, inspired by vintage accessories and large floral prints, modern shapes, seasonal colors, and the reflective print trend. This bag illustrates that a true design is not a copy or a counterfeit. It is the love affair of ideas and a growth of creativity, and if these designs become merely clones of one another, the true beauty dies. (Photo: Courtesy of  Marcy Castelgrande)

The Winner of Our You Can’t Fake Fashion Contest Is…

Hark, The Inside Source has found a winner for the graphic contest celebrating eBay and CFDA’s You Can’t Fake Fashion campaign! After judging tons of entries for creativity and originality, we award Marcy Castelgrande a $500 eBay gift card for her design “True Beauty” (see her artist statement below). We’d like to thank all our other entries who submitted amazing works. 

Title of Submission: True Beauty

Artist Name: Marcy Castelgrande

What is the inspiration behind your submission? 

A pure design is an evolution of creativity, inspired by vintage accessories and large floral prints, modern shapes, seasonal colors, and the reflective print trend. This bag illustrates that a true design is not a copy or a counterfeit. It is the love affair of ideas and a growth of creativity, and if these designs become merely clones of one another, the true beauty dies.

(Photo: Courtesy of  Marcy Castelgrande)

April 19, 2013
| GIF , YCFF , You Can't Fake Fashion Campaign , eBay , contest , winner , Marcy Castelgrande , True Beauty , bag , tote , announcement , submission , design ,
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Last Day to Submit for You Can’t Fake FashionTotes Graphic Contest Earlier in March, we celebrated a bag auction with 90 top designers for You Can’t Fake Fashion. We also launched a contest asking readers to submit their best virtual bag by altering a raw tote digitally. Tomorrow, Friday, April 5th at 12 p.m. is the last moment to submit your graphic design. Just download the tote image and use your imagination. Enter the contest here. The winner gets $500 worth of eBay goodies. Who couldn’t use a shopping spree on eBay? (Photo: Mara Hoffman for YCFF. GIF by FashGif. Text by Jauretsi)

Last Day to Submit for You Can’t Fake FashionTotes Graphic Contest

Earlier in March, we celebrated a bag auction with 90 top designers for You Can’t Fake Fashion. We also launched a contest asking readers to submit their best virtual bag by altering a raw tote digitally. Tomorrow, Friday, April 5th at 12 p.m. is the last moment to submit your graphic design. Just download the tote image and use your imagination. Enter the contest here. The winner gets $500 worth of eBay goodies. Who couldn’t use a shopping spree on eBay?

(Photo: Mara Hoffman for YCFF. GIF by FashGif. Text by Jauretsi)

April 4, 2013
| The Inside Source , you cant fake fashion , YCFF , contest , graphic competition , bag , YCFF2013 , you can't fake fashion , eBay , design , Illustration , GIF , eBay Gift Card ,
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You Can’t Fake Fashion We’re going to let you in on a little secret: You can’t fake fashion. When it comes to designer goodies, there’s nothing like “the real McCoy.” That’s why eBay and the CFDA have teamed up for the third year in a row for the “You Can’t Fake Fashion” campaign to combat against counterfeit goods. Everyone from Rodarte to Band of Outsiders has joined the cause, designing custom-made totes (90 in all) that will be auctioned off on eBay starting March 18th. Now there’s need to fake it ‘til you make it.  (Photo courtesy of eBay. Text by Jenny Bahn)

You Can’t Fake Fashion

We’re going to let you in on a little secret: You can’t fake fashion. When it comes to designer goodies, there’s nothing like “the real McCoy.” That’s why eBay and the CFDA have teamed up for the third year in a row for the “You Can’t Fake Fashion” campaign to combat against counterfeit goods. Everyone from Rodarte to Band of Outsiders has joined the cause, designing custom-made totes (90 in all) that will be auctioned off on eBay starting March 18th. Now there’s need to fake it ‘til you make it. 

(Photo courtesy of eBay. Text by Jenny Bahn)

March 13, 2013
| You Can't Fake Fashion , CFDA , The Inside Source , Harper's Bazaar , eBay , bag , tote , fashion , design , badgley mischka ,
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Your New Best Friend Proenza Schouler held it down with their “It Bag” of the last two years, the PS1. As indicated by the countless knockoffs that ensued, including a rather cheeky attempt by Target, the PS1 was a wild success. Competitors will certainly start trying to replicate their newer style, the PS11, seen here. There’s a flood of PS1’s on eBay right now. The newer PS11 is harder to come by. (Photo courtesy of Proenza Schouler. Text by Jenny Bahn)

Your New Best Friend

Proenza Schouler held it down with their “It Bag” of the last two years, the PS1. As indicated by the countless knockoffs that ensued, including a rather cheeky attempt by Target, the PS1 was a wild success. Competitors will certainly start trying to replicate their newer style, the PS11, seen here. There’s a flood of PS1’s on eBay right now. The newer PS11 is harder to come by.

(Photo courtesy of Proenza Schouler. Text by Jenny Bahn)

March 7, 2013
| Proenza Schouler , PS11 , Crossbody bag , The Inside Source , Orange , Fashion , bags , purses , bag , handbag ,
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Loving the new Valentino RTW Fall 2013 collection freshly presented. Vintage Valentino found on eBay here. 

(Photo: Courtesy of bohemea)

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March 6, 2013
| valentino , valentino fall 2013 , fashion week , fashion , dress , bag , Accessories , blue , shoes ,
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In a Clutch If you haven’t already, it’s time to say farewell to your hobo bag. Structured purses perfectly compliment a sleek and sophisticated wardrobe and we love this bright orange methacrylate box bag from Zara. So what if you can only fit two credit cards and a Chapstick? (Photo courtesy of Zara. Text by Jenny Bahn)

In a Clutch

If you haven’t already, it’s time to say farewell to your hobo bag. Structured purses perfectly compliment a sleek and sophisticated wardrobe and we love this bright orange methacrylate box bag from Zara. So what if you can only fit two credit cards and a Chapstick?

(Photo courtesy of Zara. Text by Jenny Bahn)

February 22, 2013
| Zara , The Inside Source , Jenny Bahn , Structured purses , Fashion , Methacrylate box bag , Orange , bag , handbag ,
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Get This Alexander Wang Bag Signed by the Man Himself The Re/Create New York auction for Sandy relief, launched last week by CREATE THE GROUP, has been a dream so far, with everyone from Kate Moss to Kanye West donating items for charity. In partnership with eBay and Rackspace, a few pieces have already been sold on the auction site, RecreateNewYork.org. The next round of ten items is available January 17th, including this one-of-a-kind bag custom-designed and signed by Alexander Wang. To bid on this piece, visit RecreateNewYork/Alexander-Wang. After January 17th, there will be one more consecutive auction beginning January 24th.  (Photo: Courtesy RecreateNewYork.org. Text by Jauretsi)

Get This Alexander Wang Bag Signed by the Man Himself

The Re/Create New York auction for Sandy relief, launched last week by CREATE THE GROUP, has been a dream so far, with everyone from Kate Moss to Kanye West donating items for charity. In partnership with eBay and Rackspace, a few pieces have already been sold on the auction site, RecreateNewYork.org. The next round of ten items is available January 17th, including this one-of-a-kind bag custom-designed and signed by Alexander Wang. To bid on this piece, visit RecreateNewYork/Alexander-Wang. After January 17th, there will be one more consecutive auction beginning January 24th. 

(Photo: Courtesy RecreateNewYork.org. Text by Jauretsi)

January 14, 2013
| Re/Create , eBay , sandy relief , auction , Alexander Wang , Bag , handbag , purse , CREATE THE GROUP , Rackspace , RecreateNewYork.org ,
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Get This One-of-a-Kind Purse Signed by Marc Jacobs Are you feeling this Turquoise Ayers Skin Mini Stam Bag? How about the fact it’s signed by the man himself, by Marc Jacobs? We’re feeling it too. Tomorrow evening at 10pm, this item can be yours via an auction for Sandy Relief by Recreate New York. The digital powerhouse company CREATE THE GROUP, in partnership with eBay and Rackspace are beginning their first part of the auction tomorrow with 10 pieces going on sale. There will be two more consecutive auctions following the first one tomorrow. To bid on this bag which drops tomorrow night, visit RecreateNewYork-MarcJacobs. (Photo, courtesy of Recreate New York. Text by Jauretsi)

Get This One-of-a-Kind Purse Signed by Marc Jacobs

Are you feeling this Turquoise Ayers Skin Mini Stam Bag? How about the fact it’s signed by the man himself, by Marc Jacobs? We’re feeling it too. Tomorrow evening at 10pm, this item can be yours via an auction for Sandy Relief by Recreate New York. The digital powerhouse company CREATE THE GROUP, in partnership with eBay and Rackspace are beginning their first part of the auction tomorrow with 10 pieces going on sale. There will be two more consecutive auctions following the first one tomorrow. To bid on this bag which drops tomorrow night, visit RecreateNewYork-MarcJacobs.

(Photo, courtesy of Recreate New York. Text by Jauretsi)

January 11, 2013
| marc jacobs , sandy relief , eBay , spotify , bags , fashion , Turquoise , Stam Bag , bag , Recreate New York , Rackspace , Purse ,
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Go Green By Jenny Bahn And the award goes to… emerald! Pantone, the global authority on color, just awarded this rich gemstone shade the honor of 2013’s Color of the Year, following last year’s deliciously bright choice, Tangerine Tango. Luxe and luscious, emerald is a color that can be easily incorporated into any wardrobe or home décor.  It’s notoriously flattering, complementary to most skin tones, a fact that has not slipped past the design house, Alexander McQueen, who is using emerald quite liberally as of late. In the home, emerald imbues spaces with the academic intelligence of a well-stocked library or the rich comfort of a smoking room. Wear it on your fingernails, dangle it from your ears, hang it from the dining room ceiling — whatever you decide to do with emerald this coming year, you won’t go wrong. And the next time you’re scouring eBay for some fashion finds, don’t forget to add the word “emerald” to your search query to go green in 2013. [MORE] Green with Envy by jlbahn featuring sparitual nail polish  Reiss / Michael Kors studded clutch purse / Emerald drop earrings / Elvira Sazesh bangle bracelet / SpaRitual nail polish / Mid-Century Mazzega Custom Emerald Green Chandelier at 1stdibs / Pratesi Wool Blanket with Leather Carrier / Coach Bina Rainboot / 32ct 3 Stone Natural Emerald Diamond Ring Size 7 Take A L K | eBay / Mimco Mesh 3 In 1, $42 / Fashion Jewelry Gift Heart Cut Green Emerald White Gold GP Pendant…

Go Green

By Jenny Bahn

And the award goes to… emerald! Pantone, the global authority on color, just awarded this rich gemstone shade the honor of 2013’s Color of the Year, following last year’s deliciously bright choice, Tangerine Tango. Luxe and luscious, emerald is a color that can be easily incorporated into any wardrobe or home décor.  It’s notoriously flattering, complementary to most skin tones, a fact that has not slipped past the design house, Alexander McQueen, who is using emerald quite liberally as of late. In the home, emerald imbues spaces with the academic intelligence of a well-stocked library or the rich comfort of a smoking room. Wear it on your fingernails, dangle it from your ears, hang it from the dining room ceiling — whatever you decide to do with emerald this coming year, you won’t go wrong. And the next time you’re scouring eBay for some fashion finds, don’t forget to add the word “emerald” to your search query to go green in 2013.

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Green with Envy by jlbahn featuring sparitual nail polish 

Reiss / Michael Kors studded clutch purse / Emerald drop earrings / Elvira Sazesh bangle bracelet / SpaRitual nail polish / Mid-Century Mazzega Custom Emerald Green Chandelier at 1stdibs / Pratesi Wool Blanket with Leather Carrier / Coach Bina Rainboot / 32ct 3 Stone Natural Emerald Diamond Ring Size 7 Take A L K | eBay / Mimco Mesh 3 In 1, $42 / Fashion Jewelry Gift Heart Cut Green Emerald White Gold GP Pendant…

December 10, 2012
| emerald , green , color , pantone , 2013 color of the year , eBay , fashion , polyvore , collage , boots , coats , home decor , purse , bag , earrings , ring , jewelry , Alexander McQueen ,
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The Cool New Bag By Jauretsi Recently I was turned on to a luggage and small goods company with the most curious name — Want Les Essentials de la Vie. The Designer duo are very chic pair of Montreal twins brothers named Dexter and Byron Peart. If you look through their line, created for iPads, iPods, BlackBerrys, and PlayBooks, you’ll notice these men are very frequent flier travelers themselves. Yes, they’ve even titled their bags in the name of their favorite airports.  Right now, I’m hooked on their O’Hare Totes (pictured above) where I noticed a few available on eBay this week. Ya snooze, ya lose. To download their look-book and track additional items, visit their site directly at wantessentials.com  (Photo: Listed on eBay)

The Cool New Bag

By Jauretsi

Recently I was turned on to a luggage and small goods company with the most curious name — Want Les Essentials de la Vie. The Designer duo are very chic pair of Montreal twins brothers named Dexter and Byron Peart. If you look through their line, created for iPads, iPods, BlackBerrys, and PlayBooks, you’ll notice these men are very frequent flier travelers themselves. Yes, they’ve even titled their bags in the name of their favorite airports. 

Right now, I’m hooked on their O’Hare Totes (pictured above) where I noticed a few available on eBay this week. Ya snooze, ya lose. To download their look-book and track additional items, visit their site directly at wantessentials.com 

(Photo: Listed on eBay)

October 10, 2012
| Want Les Essentials de la Vie , bags , fashion , green , tan , luggage , Byron Peart , Dexter Peart , O'Hare Totes , eBay , bag ,