There are few things I love more in this world than a Soul Train Line.
Vintage Soul Train episodes are a constant source of sartorial inspiration, sheer joy, and poorly executed dance moves for me.
My dream VDLM fashion show would end in a soul train line.
The Soul Train Gang totes impacted dance and street style.
The 80s episodes are the best. The fashion, moves, and peeps were pretty ridic.
Yes, that was Rosie Perez.
These kids pretty much invented swagger.
One of my favorite things to do at a dance party full of friends, is to yell out "Soul Train Line!" and then bust out my most awkward moves. You should try it this weekend. If your friends are as fun as mine, you won't regret it.
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21 November 2009
10 November 2009
Lady Gaga + McQueen = <3 4ever
Lady Gaga wins me over with her style and not much else. Today, she made millions of gays days with the debut of the video for her latest single, Bad Romance, which first played at Alexander McQueen's Spring/Summer 2010 show. Love how the video opens up looking like a Dolce & Gabbana ad campaign. Bitch one upped herself, and is kiiilling it with those sick specs, metal mesh nails, googlie eyes, and Isabella Blow worthy headgear. More importantly, she's the first to show off in McQueen's S/S 2010 collection, and the infamous shoes that I won't shut up about. I'm pretty indifferent about this song, but I'm sure I'll hear it enough to love it, then eventually loath it.
Who styled this video? And when can we become BFFs?
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Who styled this video? And when can we become BFFs?
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28 October 2009
These would make me 6'9"!!!
For some reason I thought these platforms were 7". I stand in corrected awe.
From Vogue UK:
Even the most seasoned among the Vogue fashion team were quite literally staggered by the arrival of these Alexander McQueen mega shoes. Dubbed the "armadillos”, these python numbers dwarf even the most towering stilettos. Measuring an otherworldly 12 inches tall, we couldn’t resist giving them a whirl, but miserably failed to make it further than the Vogue fashion cupboard. How those McQueen models made it down the runway is beyond us. Respect is due.
26 October, 2009
I say God Damn!
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From Vogue UK:
Even the most seasoned among the Vogue fashion team were quite literally staggered by the arrival of these Alexander McQueen mega shoes. Dubbed the "armadillos”, these python numbers dwarf even the most towering stilettos. Measuring an otherworldly 12 inches tall, we couldn’t resist giving them a whirl, but miserably failed to make it further than the Vogue fashion cupboard. How those McQueen models made it down the runway is beyond us. Respect is due.
26 October, 2009
I say God Damn!
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27 October 2009
My Version Of Heaven
I'm not a hardcore fan of musicals, but the ones I love, I love real hard. Bob Fosse is my winner in the musicals category. It doesn't get much cooler than this dance sequence. The styling is impeccable, and those pastel wigs send me. Mod sensibilities and the little black dress never go out style.
P.S. The khaki trench, hemlines, sequins, statement necklaces, and opera gloves are also very now.
Fosse has many fans, including Miss Thang herself.
Compare. Contrast.
Imitation = Flattery(?)
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18 October 2009
Hi!(atus)
Sorry I've been slacking as of late, friends. My hard drive crashed, then some other shit hit the fan. Should be back on track after the weekend. In the meantime:
13 October 2009
Jennifer James Herrema is a BAD ASS
Hands down my favorite rock/style icon. Don't get it twisted, this bitch created this look. In the early 90s mind you. Heroin Chic. Yeah, Calvin got the idea from her. Cause unfortch, she was just that. She was all up in those CK One ads. From 1987 to 2002, she created some of the best, most experimental, boogie down rock and roll with Neil Michael Haggerty, until they broke up. These days, she's trucking along in Cali, and taking the sound to the limit with RTX, while Neil continues to be one of the most prolific artists/producers of his time.
JJH's signature skinny flares, massive belt buckle, and foxtails.
Her sexy Bardot-esque do, heavy bangs, pale lips, and mod eyes = the shit
They were the hottest rock n roll couple evah.
He was in Pussy Galore with Jon Spencer when they met. She was 16. They were both on acid at a warehouse party. It was love at first sight.
Thus began the Royal Trux / Jon Spencer(Boss Hog) rock n roll couple rivalry.
In 1991, they blew their million dollar record advance on smack. Oops!
Ripping jeans and then duct taping them up is another habit of hers.
In the late 90s she made and sold RTX skull rings and cuffs.
She lives in hoodies, fur trimmed bombers, and headbands.
After the break-up. She bleached her eyebrows, before it was THE look of '09
The new RTX = Jennifer and some strapping young bucks
Off with the old. On with the new.
Jennifer will never be the postergirl for PETA. She's ok with that.
When I used to smoke, she would always bum from me. It was my pleasure.
JJH loves team jerseys, and sporty jackets, like this one from Hysteric Glamour.
I've seen Royal Trux & RTX bunches. Bitch puts on a show. Last year RTX got arrested at one of their shows for inciting a riot. JaJa!
Neil is clean now. But JJH still "smokes pot and does mushrooms".
Can you see why she is my girl crush? So effing hott.
Here's a little JJH inspiration board I made on Polyvore.
From Wiki:
Herrema started the Royal Trux "band" at the age of 16 with partner Neil Hagerty. She has produced and mixed many records under the name Adam & Eve including such artists as The Make-Up, Palace Brothers, Brother JT, Edith Frost, The Delta 72, Woodbine, V-Twin, The Kills, Ping Pong Bitches, Delakota, The Chicks, and Bad Wizard.[2][3] Herrema has written articles for many publications including Vice Magazine[1], RayGun, and Dazed & Confused and has conducted interviews with Keith Richards[4] and John Lee Hooker for publication. Her artwork has appeared in gallery exhibitions including "Violence the true way" at the Peter Kilchmann Gallery in Zurich,[5] "Red White Blue" at the Spencer Brownstone Gallery NYC,[6] the Sanrio-sponsored "KITTY EX." traveling exhibition throughout Japan,[7] and a collaborative effort with Rachel Mason at the TRUDI gallery[8] in Los Angeles. She was the original "heroin chic" poster girl as interpreted by photographer Steven Meisel for Calvin Klein print ads and TV commercials.[9] She has also appeared in ad campaigns for Hysteric Glamour, H & M, and Henry Duarte as well as appearing in the independent film "Southlander".[10]
Herrema and past partner Hagerty were instrumental in starting the independent record labels Drag City and Domino Records.[citation needed] She has 20 record releases[11] and has played and recorded with many musicians since 1989 including Jon Theodore, David Pajo, Chris Pyle, Artimus Pyle, Alan Licht, Alex Minoff, Mike Fellows, Chris Bald, and Paz Lenchantin. Presently Jennifer Herrema heads a band called RTX which includes Nadav Eisenman, Kurt Midness, Brian Mckinley, and Jaimo Welch.
besos-ari
JJH's signature skinny flares, massive belt buckle, and foxtails.
Her sexy Bardot-esque do, heavy bangs, pale lips, and mod eyes = the shit
They were the hottest rock n roll couple evah.
He was in Pussy Galore with Jon Spencer when they met. She was 16. They were both on acid at a warehouse party. It was love at first sight.
Thus began the Royal Trux / Jon Spencer(Boss Hog) rock n roll couple rivalry.
In 1991, they blew their million dollar record advance on smack. Oops!
Ripping jeans and then duct taping them up is another habit of hers.
In the late 90s she made and sold RTX skull rings and cuffs.
She lives in hoodies, fur trimmed bombers, and headbands.
After the break-up. She bleached her eyebrows, before it was THE look of '09
The new RTX = Jennifer and some strapping young bucks
Off with the old. On with the new.
Jennifer will never be the postergirl for PETA. She's ok with that.
When I used to smoke, she would always bum from me. It was my pleasure.
JJH loves team jerseys, and sporty jackets, like this one from Hysteric Glamour.
I've seen Royal Trux & RTX bunches. Bitch puts on a show. Last year RTX got arrested at one of their shows for inciting a riot. JaJa!Neil is clean now. But JJH still "smokes pot and does mushrooms".
Can you see why she is my girl crush? So effing hott.
Here's a little JJH inspiration board I made on Polyvore.
From Wiki:
Herrema started the Royal Trux "band" at the age of 16 with partner Neil Hagerty. She has produced and mixed many records under the name Adam & Eve including such artists as The Make-Up, Palace Brothers, Brother JT, Edith Frost, The Delta 72, Woodbine, V-Twin, The Kills, Ping Pong Bitches, Delakota, The Chicks, and Bad Wizard.[2][3] Herrema has written articles for many publications including Vice Magazine[1], RayGun, and Dazed & Confused and has conducted interviews with Keith Richards[4] and John Lee Hooker for publication. Her artwork has appeared in gallery exhibitions including "Violence the true way" at the Peter Kilchmann Gallery in Zurich,[5] "Red White Blue" at the Spencer Brownstone Gallery NYC,[6] the Sanrio-sponsored "KITTY EX." traveling exhibition throughout Japan,[7] and a collaborative effort with Rachel Mason at the TRUDI gallery[8] in Los Angeles. She was the original "heroin chic" poster girl as interpreted by photographer Steven Meisel for Calvin Klein print ads and TV commercials.[9] She has also appeared in ad campaigns for Hysteric Glamour, H & M, and Henry Duarte as well as appearing in the independent film "Southlander".[10]
Herrema and past partner Hagerty were instrumental in starting the independent record labels Drag City and Domino Records.[citation needed] She has 20 record releases[11] and has played and recorded with many musicians since 1989 including Jon Theodore, David Pajo, Chris Pyle, Artimus Pyle, Alan Licht, Alex Minoff, Mike Fellows, Chris Bald, and Paz Lenchantin. Presently Jennifer Herrema heads a band called RTX which includes Nadav Eisenman, Kurt Midness, Brian Mckinley, and Jaimo Welch.
besos-ari
12 October 2009
File under WTF!?!
Lindsay Lohan's downward spiral knows no bounds. Now, she's grabbed the chiffon hem of the 44 year old French fashion house of Emanuel Ungaro, as the newly appointed "Artistic Director", and is bringing it down with her, complete with nip slips and crotch shots, cause that's how she rolls.
This looks like "Ungaro for Forevs 21"
Really awkward cutouts ruined what could've been a cool dress
Worst fitting top/jacket ever. The cleavage isn't helping any either.
Sequins pasties just scream high fashion. Don't they?
Hott mess styling.
Sloppy draping. The Bowie in me likes the head hearts, though.
On what planet does this look good?
Can you believe this shit costs thousands of dollars?
H-O-R-R-I-B-L-E
Cute Crotchshot (totes LiLo's idea)
Is this some kind of joke?
LOLZ
Artful clashing fail
"I want a dress that makes you look nekid!" - LiLo
The wedding dress for strippers done good
These models are so bummed.
In 2004, Emanuel Ungaro retired and the label was sold to an internet entreperneur. Since then the brand has struggled with a revolving door of designers, sketch licensing in Asia, and a fragrance collaboration with Avon. Ewe.
In a desperate attempt for publicity, poor LiLo was brought on board after her "articulate" insights on Project Runway. Columbian designer/wonderkid, Esteban Corazar, who has kept Ungaro fresh and somewhat relevant for the past two years was fired after refusing to work with Lohan. Even a 25 year old wasn't gonna put up with that shit. A little known, Estrella Arches, was then given the task of producing the collection with the least qualified Artistic Director, in the history of Artistic Directors.They produced this collection in just under a month, and it sure does look like it.
Walk of Shame
Is LL crying?
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This looks like "Ungaro for Forevs 21"
Really awkward cutouts ruined what could've been a cool dress
Worst fitting top/jacket ever. The cleavage isn't helping any either.
Sequins pasties just scream high fashion. Don't they?
Hott mess styling.
Sloppy draping. The Bowie in me likes the head hearts, though.
On what planet does this look good?
Can you believe this shit costs thousands of dollars?
H-O-R-R-I-B-L-E
Cute Crotchshot (totes LiLo's idea)
Is this some kind of joke?
LOLZ
Artful clashing fail
"I want a dress that makes you look nekid!" - LiLo
The wedding dress for strippers done good
These models are so bummed.In 2004, Emanuel Ungaro retired and the label was sold to an internet entreperneur. Since then the brand has struggled with a revolving door of designers, sketch licensing in Asia, and a fragrance collaboration with Avon. Ewe.
In a desperate attempt for publicity, poor LiLo was brought on board after her "articulate" insights on Project Runway. Columbian designer/wonderkid, Esteban Corazar, who has kept Ungaro fresh and somewhat relevant for the past two years was fired after refusing to work with Lohan. Even a 25 year old wasn't gonna put up with that shit. A little known, Estrella Arches, was then given the task of producing the collection with the least qualified Artistic Director, in the history of Artistic Directors.They produced this collection in just under a month, and it sure does look like it.
Walk of Shame
Is LL crying?
besos-ari
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