Sunday, November 14, 2010

Kill the Hate



Perfect weather, dearest of friends, in a room full of goths and non-goth lovers, who could ask for more? WHY CAN'T EVERY SATURDAY NIGHT BE LIKE THIS?!! Of course, it cannot always be idealistic as this is Miami but we commend you for making this most joyous occasion a happenin'! To be lucky enough to have seen them last night not only from our view alone but seeing them at all, was hands down one of the best shows we have seen in a long time. In all honesty, this was a gathering where being draped in black from head-to-toe as is my uniform 90% of the time was not questioned and where pretentiousness never showed it's ugly face. The air was that of kindred spirits coming together to see and hear something rare and unusual as music reigned supreme as it should be. In the words of one of my most eloquent friends, Arielle, "all my goth dreams come true," we collaboratively bring to you, us, backstage/side-stage viewing...NITZER EBB. Here's Douglas McCarthy, frolicking and gyrating so stylishly on stage in a black American cut two-button suit jacket, fitted black pants, white shirt, skinny black tie, aviator sunglasses hiding his eyes, and black pointy shoes - a pure mesmerizing delight to say the least. While the crowd gushed in awe, people traveled from far and wide to see and hear their chanting sounds. For those who don't know, we shall oblige and say, that they are a British goth/industrial/electronic band from the mid-80's, whose inspirations include BAUHAUS and DAF, so it's safe to say that they are old school and still killing it. Please enjoy our novice attempt at photographs and we apologize for a somewhat peekaboo video taken at the show last night...

and much clearer...




Friday, November 12, 2010

MODern Urban Cowgirl

Last night, turned out unexpectedly jolly as I went to an exhibit opening with my sis and dear friend Stephen clad in velvet leggings, a vintage printed long sleeve top with a draped/scooped neck, accompanied by a wide lapel studded grayish leather waistcoat and my favorite part of my ensemble, in no way forgetting the essential...my white mid-calf rounded pointy boots. The highlight of it all was not the art but socializing with some of my pallies, is it ever really about the art? It was an early night and when I got home, I decided to play with my camera and took a number of candidly silly "self portrait"photos of myself which are absolutely ridiculous. This morning I awoke and revealed them to my sis who thought it was necessary to share with you. In this spirit of a 'Modern Urban Cowboy/girl' if such a title even exists, enjoy the song...

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Saturday, July 10, 2010

"Wonderwall" - The Fool - Jane Birkin - 60's psychedelia in London

This video is meant to set the mood and feeling of the time and nothing other than that. There is no pun intended with any junk or paraphenalia depicted in the clip. It is what my idea of a time, when caftans and fabrics were beautiful like human beings. What is a caftan? It is a long flowing garment that has long sleeves, and is ankle length. The caftan in it's original form was made of either silk or cotton and usually worn with a belt or sash around the waist or however you choose. There are no hard or fast rules to caftans or any piece of clothing in my book, the more creative, the better, bringing your own individual style and character take on them. The caftan does not have an open front, and is slipped over the head. The reason for this? I am currently working on a "caftan line" with my mum. The word "line" for the like of a much better word, I feel is too big of a phrase and it leads to high expectations, what it will be, is merely our take on a caftan that works in today's time. Pics to follow thus no pic posted as emphasis is on "our take" in the meantime I leave you with this...

Monday, June 21, 2010

Patti Smith - Dancing Barefoot (1979) Germany

Last weekend, I stumbled upon a white billowy mid-length sleeve, loose fitting collared white shirt which I fell in love with as it was so simple but I knew it had the potential of being great! I then played around with ideas in my head and I decided to make it work by wearing it with black opaque stockings and black patterned leather lace up boots. I then accessorized it with a silver dream catcher necklace unbuttoning the first three buttons and lifting the collar slightly in the back. My immediate thought was that it was my Patti Smith ensemble. Later that night while I was out, my dear friend Nicole commented "I love what you're wearing it is very Patti Smith!" and thus my post today...Ms. Patti Smith...