http://www.mydrift.net ONE DESIGNER'S THOUGHTS ON EVERYTHING Wed, 08 Nov 2006 01:38:51 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en Q: Why celebrate a holiday that encourages children to gain weight and rot their teeth? A: It is one of the only occasions when it is appropriate for "kids" of all ages to dress up. Costumes give us a chance to create a new look and persona. Or we can ... http://www.mydrift.net/archives/60 Like every twenty-something woman who considers herself fashionable, I keep up on the latest in Marc Jacobs clothing, bags and shoes. (Note: This does not necessarily mean purchase.) The shoes don't stack up to Mr. Jacobs’ other creations due largely to their lack of comfort—it is clear that style comes ... http://www.mydrift.net/archives/59 I feel like I’m always moving. That could be because I’ve changed residences every year for the past 8 years. Things would probably be easier for me if I just decided to live out of boxes and make furniture out of cardboard. With more people than ever moving frequently due ... http://www.mydrift.net/archives/58 When did men’s undershirts and undershirt-inspired, ribbed tanks become known as wifebeaters? The term seems to have resulted from notions of abuse associated with the “white trash” stereotype, and certain film characters and celebrities who have sported this particular type of garment. If you ever found it unnerving to call a ... http://www.mydrift.net/archives/56 What has a waiting list longer than the latest Hermes bag and is only slightly less exciting than the shows at Bryant Park during fashion week? You won’t get the answer on your own, so just let me tell you: the annual student fashion show at The Maryland Institute College ... http://www.mydrift.net/archives/55 It’s common for advertising, packaging and posters from the 50’s, 60’s and 70’s to be copied, quoted and commented on in contemporary design work. Stores like Old Navy just love to go retro with their fashions and promotions. The always luxurious, elegantly geometric and often gaudy work of the 1920’s ... http://www.mydrift.net/archives/54 Some store bought beverages are comfortable to drink out of the container and some aren't. It depends on the diameter of the opening and the size of the drinker's mouth and nose. It seems unsanitary that our nostrils often end up hovering above our soda, juice or water. The other ... http://www.mydrift.net/archives/53 Grail tees, by Peter Ross, have maintained their “it” item status. I thought at 80 bucks or more a pop that success for the company might be short-lived despite the obvious appeal of their products. The reason for the high price point, and one of the draws of Ross’s fashions, ... http://www.mydrift.net/archives/52 Is of course, another woman’s treasure. We all know it is a good idea to recycle, conserve and generally be aware of the planet. Somehow actively pursuing what’s ecologically friendly is, in popular culture, often linked with being unstylish. We picture Birkenstocks with socks, and bland, natural colors. However, there ... http://www.mydrift.net/archives/51 Bad News: Print Gocco is vanishing. If you’ve experienced Riso’s Print Gocco, you know it’s magical. It is a self-contained screen printing gadget. It allows you burn (make) a screen with Gocco-specific flash bulbs, and then use the same machine to stamp your design. There’s no mess unless you're a total ... http://www.mydrift.net/archives/50