FASHION LOS ANGELES
Natural Selection Inspired by summers on the beaches in California, Chip Foster of Chip & Pepper denim has launched a namesake label of madein-L.A. premium pieces in plaid and indigo tones. Says Foster, “It’s all about bringing the elements of earth and water together to form incredible wearable, washed-out and salty pieces.” chipfoster.com.
Denim shirt with plaid patchwork detail, $248, and Katie Fit skinny jeans, $220.
Looking for a new way to stay cozy on cool San Francisco nights? Rag Cuffs might be the answer. Created by two fashionable L.A. friends—photographer Amy Neunsinger and stylist Kate Martindale—these knit cuffs (in baby alpaca, wool and mohair) come in an array of colors, styles and fabrics for men, women and kids—and they actually keep you warm. ragcuffs.com.
SANTA MONICA
SHOP TALK Fashion-editor favorite Clare Vivier is having a big year: The L.A.-based accessory designer became a member of the Council of Fashion Designers of America, is opening her second Clare V. California boutique in Santa Monica and has collaborated with the denim-centric website Jean Stories to create a special capsule collection. Look for Vivier’s chic classics like the Catch All, classic clutch and tote in denim fades. 1318A Montana Ave., S.M.; clarev.com.
Fashion (Bits)
Dono cuffs, $40 per pair.
WALK THIS WAY
LOS ANGELES
If you favor the menswear-inspired looks of L.A. designer Scott Sternberg’s Band of Outsiders, check out his first shoe line, starring colorful loafers and classic ankle boots. $295–$695; bandofoutsiders.com. Penny loafer, $595.
C 60 NOVEMBER 2014
WRITTEN BY LESLEY McKENZIE AND HEATHER SEVERS. CHIP FOSTER: PAUL MAFFI. RAG CUFFS: AMY NEUNSINGER
ARM CANDY
Denim clutch, $145.