Bestial Fashion

It's a sad day for humanity when the animal kingdom dominates in the style category. Some think it is the thumbs that seperate us from the beasts, but personally I think it is the wardrobe. Or rather was the wardrobe...for those cute, cuddly creatures we condescended yesterday have been dominating in the style department.

Pamela Klaffke has documented a number of fashionable animals in their natural habitat. Some might claim these are masked individuals, but I am not so easily deceived. Her Etsy shop is full of amazing captures that are gorgeous and stylistically inspiring.
The most stylish bunny under the sun, without a doubt, has to be Fifi Lapin. Even her name oozes sophistication. She's also incredibly wealthy and spoiled, so it is practically only designer for her...as if I didn't have enough to be jealous of already...
Of course, we should have seen it coming. These J&P Coats Trade Cards from 1890, uploaded by Gatochy, could have served as a warning. First they learn to bicyle, then they learn to style...

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Clean Slate

I can't even recall when I first started to want grey nails, but the laziness inherent in my character prevented me from having them until now. Mixing OPI black with OPI white I created this pastel shade which feels very fresh.
Outfit details: shirt- Forever 21, jeans- Forever 21, shoes- H&M, gloves- Revolve Clothing
In the same vein of feeling fresh I got my hair cut and colored. It had actually been about six months since I went to a hair salon, so this was quite overdue.
Outfit details: jacket- H&M, dress- vintage, tights- gift, shoes- vintage

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For All The Graphemes

While I don't think I'm a grapheme or color synesthete, I do strongly associate with colors. For now, let's just call me a color fan. I love the interaction between certain colors. One of the first things I notice in another person is color: color of their eyes, shade of their shoes, tone in their skin, etc. When I dig through memories they come through tinted as if I viewed them through shaded glasses. All color theory fascinates me; such as how certain shades can make people physically uncomfortable, why others are popular for branding, etc. Color really affects and drives us subconsciously.

Outside of all this, when the weather stays grey and cold (in this part of the world) we need to bring some colorful illustrations to ourselves from other sources. For me, it is coming from the aptly titled editorial "Colour Story," photographed by Miles Aldridge and featuring the lovely Hye Park. I found this Chinese Vogue editorial from 2006 through foto_decadent.

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Constant Repetition Carries Conviction

As I mentioned briefly in my first blogger interview post, I want to make some small changes around the blog; mostly in the form of new post categories. Another new category for the blog in the new year is called "remix." These are posts where I will highlight one main item that I have repeated numerous times but in different ways.

Without further ado: one of my favorite pieces to remix is this buffalo plaid shirt dress. This particular dress was bought in Japan nearly two years ago now...hm, it's wild to think it's been that long since I was in Japan...and I apologize, but I don't remember the name of the shop where it is from.
Outfit details: scarf- American Apparel (borrowed), vest- Forever 21, dress- H&M, tights- Target, boots- secondhand

Here you can see 7 different ways I've worn this floral dress.

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You're Invited

Eleh's blog Come Thrifting With Me has been addiction for since I first laid eyes on it. In an attempt to get a better taste of her personality, I asked her to plan her dream fashion party. One indication of her style came when she instead planned an event for friends (including virtual ones) rather than fashion aficionados. So, consider yourself invited to Eleh's party.

Who would you invite to your dream dinner party?

Other than having David Tutera as my party planner, Curtis Stone as the party's chef, Comic Strip for some music and them dudes from "Whose line is it anyway?" for entertainment, I wouldn't want any other high profile individuals in my party. It would solely be meant for my friends, those whom I have met in person, and those who I know of virtually.

Where would your party take place?

By a lake, with white swans swimming in them. Although I'm guessing the swans wouldn't last long once Comic Strip starts playing. They would probably breathe their last.

What would you serve (what food/drinks)?

I'm a big eater so I probably would serve everything. An Asian fusion buffet would be excellent. Everything from Malay, Indian, Chinese, Indonesian, Thai, Japanese, Vietnamese and what-have-you. Talk about greed and gluttony. And pastries, mm.. I would probably get Curtis to create little pastries in the shapes of various clothing. How pretty would that be?

Who would get to sit next to you and why?

Someone who enjoys eating chicken kebabs. I would probably challenge him or her to a food race. Whoever eats the least gets thrown in the lake :) That aside, fashion wise it would have to be Agathe. I would probably ask her a million questions, from what triggered her to start stylebytes to how she managed to look effortlessly chic and beautiful all the time.

What is the theme of your party or what is everyone wearing?

I have always wanted a white themed party (white decor, white laced, tulle...) but I guess that would be inappropriate for this party. Perhaps something light and breezy. I’m leaning towards a summer party. Yeah. A summery party held during dinner time.

Are there any party favors?

A floppy hat for the ladies and a straw hat for the men. And tucked in those hats would be a barf bag. Considering the food servings, I bet it would prove to be useful.

What are the hot topics of the evening?

Who chocked on what, who runs to the loo first. Who brings the hottest dates and of course, the mandatory who is the worst dresser. That would definitely be the talk of the party. Guarantee.

Who is the last to leave?

That would be me. As a host, I get the honour of welcoming the guests when they are still sober and proper. And as a host also, I get the pleasure of watching my guests leave, drunk and disheveled.

Who is most likely to get drunk and dance on the table?

It ain't going to be me. That's a certainty. I'm guessing my party planner. He would probably be overwhelmed just at the thought of a summer dinner party with a ska band performing. And the food spread! Totally mismatched. An odd, odd pairing indeed.

For more of Eleh, visit her blog.

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He Should Be Mine

My mother overheard this darling exchange from two little girls who live on our street; it seems Gus is the apple of their eyes.

Little Girl #1: He should be mine; I asked for one just like him for Christmas.
Little Girl #2: Maybe he got delivered to the wrong house.
Outfit details: coat- H&M, cardigan- H&M, dress- ASOS, tights- gift, shoes- H&M
I stumbled across these vintage name bracelets in the Erica Weiner shop. You purchase a pack of five and receive random names. I'm wearing them all stacked together and with names like Marliyn, Marlene, and Dorothy I feel as if I've got inspiration wrapped around my wrist...

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A Year of Evenings

"We live 3191 miles apart as the car drives..." This is the basic premise of the photographic journey taking place on 3191. Two women, living on opposite sides of the United States each take one photo a day and then they put them together. After a year of mornings, they began a year of evenings. I love the poetic idea of visually combining items worlds apart and the beauty of the pictures will speak for themselves.

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