THE RETURN OF DAISY LOWE

Understanding all things happen for a reason, and truly a believer in it we came along with this post. After featuring her in a post along with the bohemian lovely Neon Hitch we had to bring you more on the gorgeous UK product Daisy Lowe. In this promo she is the center piece for the SURFACE TO AIR From Dusk Til Dawn. Enjoy!

Daisy Lowe x S2A - From Dusk Til Dawn from Surface to Air on Vimeo.

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CHICO STREET STYLE #10

So here we are week 10 of our Chico Street Style Experiment, and again much apologies for missing our scheduled post.

First up we have Tanner. Tanner lives locally and is a student who works in translating website contend so that it is readable in many different languages. He enjoys shopping vintage and thrift bargain stores to find unique pieces. The three places Tanner would like to visit before he dies are Germany, Sweden, and Switzerland.

Tanner is looking sharp and trendy in all black accented with a silver tie stomping in those Doc Martens. ...GO!

Next is Vikki, Vikki is a student at Chico State a Criminal Justice Major who is looking toward a career in Law Enforcement. She loves to shop Forever 21, Urban Outfitters, and Charlotte Rouse. She likes a guy who dresses “Cowboy Like” Wranglers, Boots, and Cowboy hat, that’s her thing. The three places she'd like to visit before she dies is Italy, Fiji, and Australia. 

Vikki is looking colorful in a floral patterned top, a whimsical owl pendant, crushed brown leather handbag, gold gladiator style sandals, and lovely lavender painted toes.

And again sorry for the delay ...ENJOY!

A SURPRISE VISIT

As much as I love doing these post there are only a few things that will keep me from doing them. One of them is family. This weekend we had a surprise from my baby sister who just had her second baby Moziz Xavier Friend.

The time we all spent together was great as all the siblings and loved ones got to spend some time eating at the new Jamaican restaurant here in Chico called Sipho's Friday night and spent a lazy Saturday afternoon at the World music festival at Chico State. So for those who participated in this weeks Chico Street Style keep it locked as we'll drop that on Monday.





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It pays to DO THE PLANNING

As we at Able Abe Clothing tighten up the nuts and bolts for our next run into the fall/winter lines we are learning from experience that it pays to do the planning. And I'm not just talking about the line itself, I'm talking photo shoots, stock list, how do we want our clothing to be displayed, all the way down to the littlest detail. And as we get better and better we realize it is because we dearly want to create and produce a quality product. So in this post we have another behind the scenes look from one of the brands we've been following CHECK IT OUT!!!

And don't forget to stop by this Saturday the 17th for our Chico Street Style Post, who knows you could be featured.


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The Pursuit of PERFECTION

With photography as one of my creative outlets I find it interesting to see behind the scenes footage showing all the work involved to make those amazing photos. Here is a footage of a shoot with the gorgeous Kate Upton for Complex Mag. ENJOY!

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CHICO STREET STYLE EXPERIMENT #9

As we hit another pleasant weekend our week was a busy one, but now we can relax a bit. With next week being a week of meetings and planning for the last quarter of 2011 we’re looking to go BIG!

With week 9 up for our Chico Street Style Experiment we’ve featured so familiar local faces Check it out!

First up we have Rich. When we ran into Rich he was intently into a phone conversation and snapped a few photos as he talked. Rich is from Chico and is a professional working as an account manager. He is a die-hard fan of Black Chuck Taylor’s and classic 501 Levi Denim. Not much for wearing all brand names although he dropped a few brands he rocks. And as much as he loves a well-dressed sophisticated woman with pearls and other independent woman accessories, the one thing that attracts him to a girl is a confident not arrogant swagger.

Rich is wearing a black pinstriped button down shirt, the classic Levi 501 button fly jeans, Red G-Shock watch and a pair of the go with anything black Chuck Taylor’s. ...GO!

Next we have Alberto. Alberto is a CSUC student who I’ve known for a bit, meeting at a show. Being he was in the pursuit of catching up with a friend at the market we didn’t get to do a full interview, but I know he is into acting having numerous performances under his belt in our local area.

Alberto is standing out in a colorful graphic tee, and impeccably white denim jeans, and a pair of Ed Hardy style low tops, and Boss Shade. ...Swag!

And finally our only lovely lady in this post, but she is an important one, this is Lily. I’ve known Lily for sometime now and she is part owner of KONJO, only the boutique I’ve been plugging for some time now if you didn’t know. Her boutique is located at 112 west 2^nd street here in Chico, Ca. With a wide variety of hip and cool clothing you definitely need to check it out.

So Lily is looking cheerful and very sexy in bright colors with a light yellow sheer tank top, an orange knit mini shirt, floral embroidered strap back wedges, and gold and orange bracelets and beaded earrings. Too Cute!

Photos by: Kaitlynn Hess

So until next post remember this: Everything comes to him who hustles while he waits. ~ Thomas Edison ...GO!!!

NOT SO RETRO SHOW (recap)

Well in case you missed it this past Saturday Able Abe Clothing was part of the NOT SO RETRO SHOW. 3 bands, 2 designer runway shows, impromptu pool hall photo shoot, drinks, and fun.

For those who were there they know the show was a BLAST, and for those who helped out to make the event go as good as it did a major THANK YOU to you.  So check out some of the photos taken at the event and stay tuned we’ll be at it again... GO!!!

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ARTIST PROFILE: NEON HITCH (Follow up #1)

For those of you who came out to the NOT SO RETRO SHOW in support of Able Abe Clothing we want to thank you we had fun, got some great, and all the ladies looked great. Photos will be up soon.

I told you I'd be looking out for this gorgeous and talented lady... remember Neon Hitch? If you don't check out my August 2, 2011 post and get yourself acquainted. For those who remember here is a new video  doing GUCCI GUCCI I (Kreayshawn cover)



And here is another fun video from UK Esquire featuring the lovely Daisy Lowe shot by Greg Williams. Enjoy!

Daisy Lowe for UK esquire HD from Greg Williams on Vimeo.

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CHICO STREET STYLE EXPERIMENT #8

As Labor Day approaches there is an excitement in the air as summer looks to make way for the fall. We at Able Abe Clothing took the streets of another Thursday Night Market on the look out for Chico’s Street style.

First up we have one of our own as she goes from behind the camera to in front, this is Kaitlynn. Kaitlynn is from Sacramento and is attending Chico State. Her future goals are in the in the nursing and healthcare field. She is a fan of Urban Outfitters and loves to shop quality chain stores. She likes guys who wear vans, earrings, and fitted ball caps.

Kaitlynn is wearing a heather grey knitted button up vest top with white lace accent, white denim cutoff shorts, a caramel leather studded satchel, leather braided sandals and pink painted toes. Cute!

Next we have Jocelyn. Jocelyn is from Salinas and is a freshmen at Chico State looking to major in Business. Her future goals are in the entrepreneurial spirit, as she would like to own and run her own spa/salon. Jocelyn is not much for brand names, as she prefers to shop vintage boutiques to find the unique look that works for her. Her advice to guys is wear clothes that fit, not a fan of the baggy look. She also doesn’t care to guys who expose their boxers, yet she does like a guy who wears low top converse and a sense of style.

Jocelyn is wearing a silky lavender empire waist dress, nude gladiator sandals, a colorful beadwork bracelet and earrings, with a black leather Channel handbag, and perfectly pink decal toes. Very Nice!

And finally we have Sarah, who we stopped after she picked up fresh strawberries from the market. Sarah is from Grass Valley, and a junior at Chico State majoring in Psychology. Her future goals are to develop her own practice as a Marriage and Family Therapist. Her favorite brands are Guess, American Eagle, and she loves to shop Macy’s. She likes a guy that dresses nice, button down shirts, slacks, and has his own sense of style.

Sarah is wearing a black tan printed boat neck dress, skinny brown leather belt, silver and diamond guess watch, a crushed brown leather handbag, vintage tree of life pendant necklace, wild flower teardrop earrings, and beautifully red decal toes. Lovely!

Photos: Kaitlynn Hess

And remember tonight Able Abe Clothing will be showing at the Not So Retro Show @ The Down lo 319 Main St. Music, Photo shoot, runway, and fun.

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