If you are a diehard fashion follower, you are likely well aware of the hard-to-swallow fact that hip online retailer Nasty Gal filed for bankruptcy. The exact future of Nasty Gal, which was launched by ultimate #GirlBoss Sophia Amoruso, remains to be seen, since the brand is navigating a financial restructuring. The often leads to a lot of twists and turns. That said, there is a new Nasty Gal x Courtney Love capsule collection, which launched earlier this month, and it's uh-mazing. So there's good news. It's a reprise of the pair's first, '90s-inspired collab, which was pretty awesome. What's in the second Love, Courtney x Nasty Gal Collection?
Well, if you recall, the first collection from Winter 2016 was loaded with pieces inspired by Love's wardrobe of yore. The singer and fashion icon's '90s-era, babydoll x grunge queen aesthetic was the backbone of the range. Since '90s style — chokers, feminine dresses with clunky, masculine boots, and more — remains a "thing," the second Nasty Gal x Courtney Love collection offers much of the same and beyond.
The new collection also shows off Love's post-grunge style, including flowing tops, gloves, jackets, and more. It falls in line with Love's ladylike and '70s-inspo phase of the late '90s. You know, her The People vs. Larry Flynt phase. A lot of items appear to be named after music venues, too.
Love, Courtney by Nasty Gal Night Moves Slip Dress, $88, NastyGal.com
The built-in choker is the ultimate in '90s x Love style. You can pair this timeless frock with heels or with Doc Martens.
Love, Courtney by Nasty Gal Canyon Club Dress, $118, NastyGal.com
This chiffon and ruffled babydoll frock can be toughened up, Love-circa-1993 style, with black boots, lots of black eyeliner, and a smear of red lipstick.
Love, Courtney by Nasty Gal Bowery Dress, $78, NastyGal.com
This loose and lovely babydoll is adorbs. It can be given an edge if you rock it with tough, masculine combat boots.
Love, Courtney by Nasty Gal Whisky A Go Go Heel, $98, NastyGal.com
Strappy, librarian-style heels? These four-inch heels are a total "yes."
Love, Courtney by Nasty Gal Palladium Blouse, $128, NastyGal.com
Here's where things change a little. This flowing and voluminous top with major sleeves is Love's take on Stevie Nicks.
Love, Courtney by Nasty Gal Rock City Pants, $398, NastyGal.com
Skinny leather trousers balance and offset the fullness of the blouses in this collection.
Love, Courtney By Nasty Gal Palladium Blouse, $128, NastyGal.com
The L,CBNG Collection Part 2 has a bit of a gothy vibe, doesn't it?
Love, Courtney by Nasty Gal Roseland Ballroom Dress, $128, NastyGal.com
The floor-sweeping, ivory satin slip dress bridges the gap between early '90s and late '90s Courtney Love x Riot Grrl style.
Love, Courtney by Nasty Gal Zap Club Gloves, $78, NastyGal.com
These fingerless and beaded velvet gloves are a perfect accessory for wearing the slip dresses in cool temps.
Clearly, Courtney Love x Nasty Gal Part 2 builds on their first collection, all the while evolving.
Given Nasty Gal's current financial woes, you shouldn't delay in shopping. The inventory on the site is plentiful. The collection is well-stocked with dresses, slip dresses, and bodysuits of all sizes. While it's true that the brand's bankruptcy filing may not ever effect operations or customers, this collection is too cute to pass by.
Images: Courtesy of Nasty Gal (10)
