"Recessionista"?

Hard times are coming but who says we can't get our fashion fix despite the plunging economy? You don't have to buy new things all the time, just tap into your creativity and rework some old pieces from your closet. Check out these "recessionista" runway looks for some DIY inspiration. Channel a rock star vibe with a hole-y loose black shirt over a contrasting top a la Margiela, just make sure to pair it with polished (or shall I say not old or DIY hehe) shoes, bottom and accessories. A little too grunge for you? Then take your cue from Alexander Wang and dig up some faded old denim shorts, old stockings or even pants, and rip them on some parts to deliver that rough edge that you can easily balance out with a nice, clean top. The third look from Anne Demeulemeester's spring 09 collection is my favorite. The white version of the dress actually looks like she got her bed sheets and scrunched it up and tied it to her body with strings, but that's what I totally love about it, the uneven layers of volume look divine and I just love the shoes. I know it's not that easy to DIY, but you get the idea. ;}