And though this recent return to jail brought about another wave of “Free Gucci” T-shirts, mixtapes, and Facebook groups, there’s an equal amount of healthy, hands-up-in-the-air frustration with the guy. It’s impossible to turn Gucci Mane into any kind of victim of “the system” because the system’s given him second, third, and fourth chances to get his shit right.

But that didn’t stop last week’s team-up between Gucci’s label, 1017 Brick Squad, and Diplo’s Mad Decent to sell “Free Gucci” T-shirts–promo in turn for an upcoming, Diplo-produced remix mixtape. The “Free Gucci” shirt contains a moderately classy, Wall Street Journal Style portrait of the rapper with the familiar, loaded message hovering atop. It’s currently available for twenty-five bucks. The remixes are on the way. A tweet from Diplo yesterday hinted at the line-up: Zomby, Flying Lotus, Memory Tapes (?!), and more. A track was leaked this morning.

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Within hours of Diplo’s press release though, another shirt was pimped, capturing a different kind of internet consensus: “Fuck Diplo.” The shirt succinctly describes the objection many have to this remix project and the shirt in particular. Diplo’s frustrating, fascinating ability to transform populist trends into hipster-ized, pseudo-underground ones is one thing. But to adopt something as politically loaded as the “Free” movement for shits, giggles, and Fashion (and some dough) is just offensive. Whether Gucci’s label co-signed it all or not.

For the 2009 Gucci Campaign to Benefit UNICEF, Frida Giannini has commissioned author Michael Roberts to create a sequel to his popular children’s book, Snowman in Paradise, which was published in 2004. The new book, titled Snowman in Africa, will be exclusively on sale in Gucci stores and on Gucci.com from November 16 through December 31, 2009. Gucci will donate 100% of the retail price of the book to UNICEF.

Giannini has also designed exclusive Gucci accessories as well as a Gucci Gift Card to benefit UNICEF, all of which are inspired by Michael Roberts’ magical illustrations featured in the book. Two new medium sized Gucci Joy handbags feature Roberts’ illustrations. Symbolic charms representing characters from the book act as key rings or add-on charms to any accessory. The collection also features small leather goods, including a wrist wallet and coin purse. The Gucci Joy handbags and Fashion accessories will be available in Gucci stores from November 16 to December 31, 2009, and 25% of the retail price of each item will be donated to UNICEF.

The gucci Resort 2009 Collection in particular is looking to be promising, as it’s bestowing a combination of hippy and nautical flairs to the runway. This is a great year for Gucci. Frida Giannini and her people are showing off a few amazing collections this year, which include apparel, shoes, purses, and iPod cases.

The apparel gives off a 1970s vibe, and a few stand-outs include: scarf prints with seashell patterns, cross-laced blouses, and seude jackets. Yup, it seems that gypsy dresses, thigh high smocks, and disco blouses are finally back, as Frida Giannini quoted Jane Birkin and Talitha Getty as two of her inspirations for the Resort 2009 Collection.

Indeed, the Gucci brand has a few very elegant looks nowadays. The colours are a reflection autumn, so expect to see a good deal of Gucci Style this fall. Rusted orange, white, and brown are 3 colours we can all expect to see a good deal of in the forthcoming months. Models look as if they have literally stepped out of a time machine from the seventies. Even those who do not care much for hippy or disco styles will find a lot of of the clothes or bags to be attractive.

Another bag that will look good with the Gucci Resort 2009 Collection is the New Jackie Shoulder Bag. The traditional, Guccissima logo looks wonderful decorated in the leather, and the overall design is casual, yet attractive. The Guccissima Shoulder Bag in particular looks good with its soft grey color. The grey will look great with pretty much every thing, especially with many of the new designs coming out soon.

As for the bags, the 2009 autumn collection is going to be rather predictable. There are some notable exceptions that will certainly stand out, including the Sukey Guccissima Leather Tote. The gold GG logo is adorned attractively on this double-handled leather bag. It is beautiful, polished, and even on the low-cost side for a Gucci bag.

As a world famous leading brand in the Fashion industry, Gucci is very popular and occupies a large market share among all the other luxury goods. To many people Gucci is a symbol of status and class as well as a representative of taste and prestige. Maybe you already have a Gucci bag or wallet on hand, why not purchase a pair of sunglasses? They are in vogue now.

Gucci sunglasses are always in fashion. The designs are stylish and look fashionable for many years to come. It is really a good investment to choose a pair of stylish sunglasses rather than a pair of other brand sunglasses. Why not treat yourself to a pair of Gucci sunglasses?

There are various designs of sunglasses, therefore, you can choose whatever you like. There is always a pair of glasses that is suitable for you no matter what shape your face is. There are different colors of sunglasses. Most people usually choose black or brown sunglasses, however, red sunglasses gain more prevalence in 2009.

Not everyone can afford to pay full pop for their favourite designer styles, so a Canadian web-based company has created a site to help you look like a million bucks without blowing your budget.

During this economic climate, everyone is looking for a deal. At BeyondtheRack.com, you can shop for designer apparel and accessories, including Lagerfeld, gucci, Ed Hardy and Pink Tartan, for up to 70-per-cent off. The company guarantees the authenticity of the garments.

This week’s sales include a Miss Sixty top that retails for $180 on sale for $89; and $525 Giorgio Armani sunglasses for $179.

Beyond the Rack marketing director Dara Fleischer says the site is like a shopping club for men and women, where members can blog about the products and sales and even zoom in on the merchandise with the click of a mouse to get a closeup look at the fine details.

Unlike Gilt’s one-day sales that start at noon, Beyond the Rack sales begin at 11 a.m. and last for two days.

“Once you are a member you receive an e-mail (about the sales) in your in-box daily,” says Fleischer. “Once the sale ends, it gets wiped off the site. It’s gone.”

The company tested the market earlier this year through a soft launch. It has reworked its site and now boasts 250,000 members.

“The whole concept has really exploded,” says Fleischer. “Everyone loves it, given the current economy. Everyone is looking for a great deal, but they don’t want to sacrifice their Style.”

How to join: There is no fee associated with joining the site. For quick access, go to www.beyondtherack.com and enter the code “BTRaccess” into the “enter invite code” box, which instantly redirects the user to a page where they can register.

The deal: You earn a $10 shopping credit for every new member you invite who makes a purchase on the website.

The details: Shipping within Canada costs $11.95, and takes about two weeks.

An item can be returned within 14 days of delivery, and the customer will receive an account credit, less shipping charges.

Other online shopping websites:

- www.gilt.com

- en.vente-privee.com

- www.ruelala.com

- www.ice.com

So perhaps it is hard to understand why I choose to comment on this gucci “Sukey” Large Tote long after its prime time. To be honest, I was attracted by its metallic blue leather trim. A very simple reason, but it is true. To me, there is a magic link between different colors, when they match well, one can never take his eye away from it. It is how I was occupied. Just like the other Sukey large tote bag, this bag also highlights pleat detail and detachable interlocking G charm as well as studs. The bag is mainly crafted in beige/ebony GG fabric, although not as luxurious as the exotic leather, it is enough to go with the blue metallic trim and to illustrate the classic Gucci Style.

If you are looking forward to the most recent gucci handbags review, then you will be disappointed. Here, this bag I am going to present is not new, but released in the Spring Summer 2009 Fashion show. I have to admit that I neglected the bag when it first came out. The reason, or more appropriately the excuse, is very simple. The bag is not in a new design but a reinvention of the Sukey large tote. I used to be mad for this pattern, but people get tired when seeing it all the time.

The bag with tab snap closure and side snaps has inside zip pocket for conveniently organizing of your accessories. Sized at 43 x 15 x 30 cm, the bag is to be carried via double handles with 19cm drop. People tend to yearn for the good old days. Therefore it is impossible for me to resist the charming of this bag. With something old, something new, something blue and perhaps something borrowed, I am to marry to the future happily.

The gucci Clutch is made in sumptuous python leather with off-white trim. The shape is relatively mediocre and traditional as many other Gucci bags, because Gucci has kept focusing on the practicality and simplicity rather than innovation and affectation for years. So there are no redundant decorations on the overall design, instead of larger space and a durable strap.

Measuring at  11″L x 5.9″W x 9.8″H, The gucci purses has an detachable metal chain strap and a 7.8″ drop flap closure. The python leather has bamboo detail with tiny metal beads on it. All hardware is made from nickel and the lining is engraved with Gucci script bullet detail.

This Gucci Bags is retailed at $985 which is probably the lowest one of all Gucci Clutches. It is totally worth every penny invested. With the exotic patterns and delicate details, Gucci Croisette Evening Bag is a great supplement for the dark ensembles in fall and winter. Anyone holding it will certainly be in the center of attention with more energy and elegance.