For the 2013 Met Costume Institute Gala, the theme was “Punk: Chaos to Couture” and rapper Eve was one of the few celebrities who rocked it right! She wore a limited-edition Dominique Auxilly ‘Notorious’ gown featuring stretch sheer lace and draped leather straps, with short-sleeves, a mini turtleneck and a mermaid cut skirt. She rocked it sans a bra and accessorized with an amazing jeweled cuff by Gasoline Glamour, with her ombré hair in pinned up waves. It’s not the first  time we’ve seen this haute dress on a celebrity. The ‘Notorious K.I.M.‘...  Read More..

In celebration of the 2013 Met Gala celebrating the latest exhibition: “Punk: Chaos to Couture,” Moda Operandi has curated a special selection of punk-themed fashions and accessories that went on sale immediately following the gala. While some looks on the red carpet last night were questionably punk, all the goods in this sale are true to the theme! We’re talking studded jackets, F-you jewelry, spray painted Doc Martens, safety pinned pumps and even a blue mohawk! Check out some of the pieces below, and get on over to Moda Operandi to get the goods before they all sell out! EDDIE...  Read More..

The absolute hands down favorite part of my job is discovering new designers in my travels around New York City. A few weeks back in the Alphabet City section of NYC, I came across Jordi Scott‘s wonderful, punky, and daring designs in Mark Montano Boutique. Her clothing ranges from wild tees to glamorous and sexy evening wear. Jordi worked for Betsey Johnson before launching her own line, but her fashion leans more towards that wonderful classic punk aesthetic. Scott and her business partner, Starr Rinaldi, have created a line of affordable boldness that cuts its own swath across the fashion...  Read More..

Bad-boy rocker/designer Jeffrey Sebelia won Season 3 of Project Runway with this Japanese inspired dress made of rare striped fabric. Now you can purchase one of your own. The Cosa Nostra Zipper Dress is available exclusively at celebrity retailer Ron Herman. No matter how much you loved to hate Jeffrey, you’re sure to fall in love with this dress. It’s the perfect blend of pretty and punk. $1,300, Ron Herman  Read More → Read More..