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:: Golden Triangle

noreply@blogger.com (TinyWizard) — Sun, 04 Sep 2011 06:24:00 +0000

Sacred Geometry: Fractal by Elena Gallen

:: Girlcrush

noreply@blogger.com (TinyWizard) — Sun, 04 Sep 2011 05:52:00 +0000

Dress by Acne

:: Twin Peaks x Pendleton

noreply@blogger.com (TinyWizard) — Sun, 10 Jul 2011 00:07:00 +0000

I need to take a moment of silence here for Laura Palmer. Twin Peaks was released on Netflix streaming recently and I decided to re-watch the series. There are parts that I totally don't remember, or blocked out probably because I was a wee innocent one back then, full of the sweetness and wonder of the world still. This time around I was noticing the CLOTHES. Boatloads of Pendleton & Native American motifs galore, which *certain* people would kill for. Also terrible things like stonewash spade-assed mom-jeans with tapered ankle which will never look good...I'm talking to you L train.

:: Savage Beauty // Alexander McQueen

noreply@blogger.com (TinyWizard) — Sat, 09 Jul 2011 03:53:00 +0000

I've been so busy that I haven't been able to post about this, but I finally made it to the Metropolitan Museum of Art to see the Alexander McQueen exhibit. After waiting in a 30 minute line on a Wednesday afternoon, I got in. I've seen all of the pieces before from runway shows and other places online, but I was totally unprepared for how I would feel seeing them in person and up close. At times I was speechless, other times on the verge of tears. The accompanying descriptions are enlightening. If you're in NY make it a priority to go before August 7th (when it ends).

:: Gareth Pugh F/W 2011

noreply@blogger.com (TinyWizard) — Fri, 17 Jun 2011 04:21:00 +0000

Reaallllyy not mad at this look! C3P0 would have a super crush. via Style.com

:: awoooooga!

noreply@blogger.com (TinyWizard) — Thu, 09 Jun 2011 22:25:00 +0000

UM. YES.

Remember that wolf from the Tex Avery cartoon whose eyes pop out when he sees a hot chick? That's me right now at these:

More cowly goodness @RoarkeNYC

:: moar

noreply@blogger.com (TinyWizard) — Thu, 09 Jun 2011 21:22:00 +0000

Someone's paying attention out there...

These remind me of the exoskeleton of an insect or maybe the carapace of what Ripley deals with in Alien, but frankly I'm not repulsed.

by Nichole de Carle <-- btw I have no idea what's going on with their splash page and the strangely bedraggled models who look like they're still wearing shit from the night before. I banish thee back to the underworld!

::underoos part II

noreply@blogger.com (TinyWizard) — Mon, 23 May 2011 02:28:00 +0000

As part of an ongoing quarter-life-crisis, I guess I'm becoming more and more obsessed with pretty underwear. It's always been my feeling that if you're the only one who sees it, then who cares what it looks like, as long as it's comfortable and fits well under clothes. But I realize now that confidence is like a fine onion... maybe a Vidalia one that doesn't make you cry as much... wait what was I saying? Ah yes, like a fine onion with many layers. If confidence is supposed to come from within, then the next closest layer is your underwear. I've found that ugly underwear can now not only ruin my day, it can ruin other people's days. It's a fractal of hatred blossoming outwards.

I found an Aussie brand that was started by two sisters inspired by B-grade horror flicks & architecture, called Hopeless Lingerie. As any self-respecting horror fan will know, *points to self* some of the Dario Argento classics such as Suspiria have scenes with amazing architecture, but also have those extra special moments of girls in their panties getting super-killed. I'll put a $20 on it that at least some of their inspiration comes from Argento.

Some of them are semi-useless for everyday wear but I have some favorites picked out that seem practical and beautifully constructed.

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I've also had my eye on local brand The Lake & Stars by Nikki Dekker and Maayan Zilberman, an inspiring and stunningly creative duo. More a work of art than anything else, their most recent collection blows minds. THIS would be something Argento would be proud of. Unafraid to explore the act of ritual and cultish behaviour, Dekker and Zilberman are making a playful statement. Dark elves, anyone??

The Lake & Stars // S/S 2011 Collection

::act natural

noreply@blogger.com (TinyWizard) — Fri, 20 May 2011 01:49:00 +0000

Wish Crystals Ring Be Together Ring

::who do you love?

noreply@blogger.com (TinyWizard) — Fri, 20 May 2011 01:30:00 +0000

Galaxy Leggings by Black Milk Clothing I caved and bought this one. It's so beautiful I might even wear it with a skirt or layered under something sheer. WIN.

::By the hammer of Thor

noreply@blogger.com (TinyWizard) — Fri, 20 May 2011 00:58:00 +0000

I just saw Thor and it got me excited about wormholes again. We were always taught in school that the shortest distance between two points is a straight line. This is not necessarily true depending on what your definition of 'distance' is. If you're talking about space, the shortest theoretical distance between two points would be an Einstein-Rosen Bridge; a wormhole. Wormholes are shortcuts through space/time. If we are able to bend space/time so that two points very very far away from each other now curve around and meet each other, then that would be the shortest distance.

I've been culling inspiration from weird places -- the unexplainable, the unattainable, and the intangible things.

Maud Traon must have experienced the same thing as me, because these rings look like stuff you would find in the aftermath of a supernova.

:: fear is the mind killer

noreply@blogger.com (TinyWizard) — Sat, 05 Mar 2011 01:28:00 +0000

I've been working on my jewelry line - nothing to post yet, but soon. For now, some hints, and a glimpse into my perpetual inspiration.

^ Gom Jabbar / Pain Box scene - Dune

^ The Good, The Bad, & The Ugly

:: current freakout

noreply@blogger.com (TinyWizard) — Fri, 28 Jan 2011 08:43:00 +0000

There is a ridiculously gigantic backlog of items I haven't posted. I used to be really adamant about not posting without having something thoughtful written about it, but that was causing some weird dread/fear of failure thing to come up and so I'd get overwhelmed and not post at all. HEAR YE, loyal readers, I am hereby vetoing my imaginary rule. Things are gonna change, I can feel it.

While you stare slackjawed at what I just wrote, check this outttttt:

[via MadeHerThink]

:: Boutiques.com

noreply@blogger.com (TinyWizard) — Wed, 17 Nov 2010 23:58:00 +0000

Let's just admit something. I love Google. I love their design, their thoughtfulness, and their intelligence. I am a self proclaimed Google enthusiast and would probably stand staunchly behind anything created by the Google brand. .. even if it was.... GOOGLE FASHION?? Yes, they just launched their newest endeavor, Boutiques.com. I promptly signed up for an account and tried it out.

When you create your account, you're led to a page where you choose between two styles/outfits shown. You're supposed to pick the one that's closest to your personal style. After a few of these, it puts you in a style category. I got "Edgy." Pretty good so far.. Next you choose your loves and hates for dresses, tops, bottoms, and shoes. For example, I hate floral print, the color yellow, turtlenecks, and square toe heels. The final step is choosing designers you love and hate. You're then brought to your home page where you're shown a summary of your style and different ways of exploring the curated results. The more you use it, the smarter it gets because you can further hone in on your exact wants by indicating that you love or hate something you're shown. I'm pretty impressed and would suggest signing up to see for yourself. I'm excited to see it improve as they add more designers and retailers. Between this and my Pinterest page, I've got my wish lists covered.

::underoos ahoy

noreply@blogger.com (TinyWizard) — Sat, 06 Nov 2010 20:37:00 +0000

Although I refuse to spend copious amounts of money on such things as underwear and bras, there are some things that can be justified. UK label Bordelle is positively the most crafted and gorgeous lingerie out there, with hints of S&M and birthday-present-esque tailoring. Barbarella would be thrilled.

Bordelle UK

VPL (Visible Panty Lines) by Victoria Bartlett, encourages underwear as outerwear. Few people can really pull this off without looking tacky and unkempt, but paired with jersey layerings, a little sheer, and some futuristic cuts, you've got android chic. I'm a fan.

VPL / Spring 2011 RTW

::Sandra Backlund SS 2011

noreply@blogger.com (TinyWizard) — Sat, 06 Nov 2010 17:35:00 +0000

If you need armor to protect you from knitted bullets, then yes, these will suffice.

SS 2010 Collection via Trendland

::the wild unknown

noreply@blogger.com (TinyWizard) — Sat, 16 Oct 2010 19:26:00 +0000

My friend Julia just moved into a brand new apartment with only the clothes on her back and a few vital necessities. When I visited the other day I found a pleasingly minimalist atomosphere within, balanced with hard wood and black leather, white linens, and this glass pyramid of wonder, that her darling boyfriend Justin gave her:

The "prism" consists of found objects, from the wanderings of Family Band member Kim Krans, and is welded together by her mother, a stained-glass artist. $75-$130, all one-of-a-kind. Also, Refinery29 just did a lust list with this item today, weirdly, which just confirms my suspicion that my brain is being tapped by spies.

::you'll stumble in my footsteps

noreply@blogger.com (TinyWizard) — Wed, 29 Sep 2010 22:06:00 +0000

I just read about this new designer line called New Kid by Rachel Beagley for Keds, which is available via Gargyle for now.. probably more places in the near future. I already have a pair of Justin Ropers for the winter, otherwise I'd definitely be investing in these:

New Kid Dreamcore Boots - $185

I'd also have these hermetically sealed to my feet because suede + leather + aztec print + buckle? HECK YES. It's all about the details..

Slipstitch Ankle Boot - $170

Overstitch Boot - $185

::it's just like it's just like a mini-market

noreply@blogger.com (TinyWizard) — Sat, 18 Sep 2010 19:31:00 +0000

Ok if you didn't get my reference in the subject of this post, I'd encourage you to look at this gem. Sigh.

I just found out about Swedish label Minimarket, which is run by three sisters who like to get weird. Their A/W 2010 collection is the most far-out and imaginative one, but their other seasons are definitely worth checking out for their craftsmanship and aesthetic pleasure. Collections like these make me wish I could walk down the street with my face painted similarly and somehow have that be normal. Perhaps I'm missing a past tribal life...

^^Awesome pointy-toe tassel brogues, and of course a beautiful woodblock platform + suede wedge bootie to fuel my fires.

::a delicious slice of chocolate cake

noreply@blogger.com (TinyWizard) — Fri, 17 Sep 2010 05:45:00 +0000

One of my oldest and dearest friends, Alia, turned me on to the gorgeousness of the wedge bootie. I was formerly averted to it, but I've since fallen victim to its clean, bold curves -- especially suede ones. A friend to cankles and twigankles alike, they give you height but not the terror of heels.

Some of my fave picks, including unrealistically priced ones:

1.) Rag & Bone - Odval Desert Bootie - $450 // 2.) Twelfth St. by Cynthia Vincent - Kole Oxford Wedges - $325 // 3.) Marc by Marc Jacobs - David Boot - $350 // 4.) Opening Ceremony - w5 Wedge Desert Boot - $515 // 5.) 80%20% - Eliotte Wool Hidden Wedge Tassel Boot - $46 // 6.) JCrew - MacAlister Wedge Boots - $198 // 7.) Surface To Air - Bat Wedge Desert Ankle Boot - $413 // 8.) Jeffrey Campbell - Alexa - sold out ~ modeled after Acne Atacoma boots which are also sold out

::FREDDIE ♥♥♥

noreply@blogger.com (TinyWizard) — Sat, 21 Aug 2010 22:11:00 +0000

:: i'm gonna re-align your chakras motherf*****

noreply@blogger.com (TinyWizard) — Sat, 12 Jun 2010 21:41:00 +0000

No, that's seriously what it's called. Crystal brass knuckles by Debra Baxter. NOT FOR SALE. (●_● ) !!

Quartz & Sterling Silver

::NO._

noreply@blogger.com (TinyWizard) — Sat, 12 Jun 2010 20:48:00 +0000

Some crimes against humanity:

2010 BP oil spill, the Holocaust, and THESE SHOES which I cannot even show a picture on the main part of this post, lest I uglify this blog. I cannot venture to understand why clogs have suddenly become an accepted part of the style world, and why Jeffrey Campbell ::glare:: who is normally a provider of great things, would be the main offender. Dear Jeff, why are these shoes happening to my eyeballs? Please undo it. [view the horror after the jump]

Things of horror... which also remind me of my other most hated aesthetic: shabby chic. ::gouge eyes::

::the beast, the anti-christ

noreply@blogger.com (TinyWizard) — Sat, 01 May 2010 21:31:00 +0000

"A beast does not know that he is a beast, and the nearer a man gets to being a beast, the less he knows it."

- George MacDonald

There must be some part of me that doesn't want to let go of the beast inside. Perhaps hearkening back to past lives, or my animal spirit, I'm always attracted to pieces like this. Metalsmith Danielle Nicole created these Predator Rings as part of her "Guilding Primal Instinct" collection. Are you seeing this????? Are the only people that like this sort of thing, me, World of Warcraft nerds, and Danielle Nicole?? I want these permanently affixed to my bones. I'm glad she did it in bronze instead of silver or gold, since it takes the Bijules-like quality out of it so it's not like Laqueesha got her nails did. One ring goes for $200, and all 5 go for $900. ROARZ.

::cats and fash go hand in hand

noreply@blogger.com (TinyWizard) — Sat, 06 Mar 2010 05:54:00 +0000

There are things my brain forms automatic pairings for. Like.. Sunday afternoon & brunch, pajamas & Netflix, and clearly, fashion & cats. What. You don't understand? Lanvin, Miu Miu, and United Bamboo sure do.

I couldn't resist this photo by Kim Kyung Soon taken for Vogue Korea with kittens abound. How do I get the job of kitten wrangler on set?

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