It’s that time of year agian where Central Saint Martins churns out the WTF designers of the future. Let’s see what the kids have for us today… Really the one set that stands out the most to me are the Chanel-style tweed suits with the bricks popping out like some …
Read More »Iris Van Herpen- Haute Couture- Spring 2012- Master of the Unusual
Dutch designer Iris Van Herpen unveiled her Paris Couture collection making it to be one of the most, if not the most, avant guarde this season. I think that’s what haute couture is all about- pushing the boundaries to create very special ensembles that stand out through masterful workmanship and ingenuity. And …
Read More »Couture Wigs by Posh Fairytale Couture
Check out these cool wigs and one-of-a-kind dresses by Posh Fairytale Couture! I never thought anything cool would come out of Alaska (sorry, Alaskans- but that Sarah Palin really shat your image), but Posh Fairytale Couture proved me wrong! My fave has to be the stuffed animal dress- that looks so rad, especially …
Read More »Fashion collages by Vahge
YES! This is the stuff I used to do with my old Sassy magazines back in high school- minus the boobies. These are fashion collages by Vahge . I’m not gonna lie, but I totally read ‘Vadge’ the first few times I saw the name of the artist. Vadge, Vahge…. doesn’t matter, …
Read More »Alexander McQueen-Pre-Fall 2012
Here is a taste of what’s to come for Fall from Alexander McQueen… So, beautiful with the structured silhouette for day and sheer structure for the evening. Really pretty how a free flowing sheer gown can look so sharp at the same time. Anywho, that Sarah Burton has done it …
Read More »It’s Valentine’s Day!
It’s that special day where you gorge yourself on chocolate and cupcakes and wait for the next day for all the candy to go half off at the stores. Seriously, February 15th is the day I stock up on candy and chocolates. CVS is a danger zone for me on …
Read More »Killer Cup of Tea
Check out this Gun Teapot from svpply! I can picture Miss Moneypenny having this on her desk during teatime. I wonder if the trigger is functional. That would pretty badass. The only way to make this even more epic is if it was in pink. This teapot runs about $50-$100, stock …
Read More »Felted Wool Sculptures by Zoe Williams
New York-based artist Zoe Williams creates animal ‘taxidermy’ plaques made completely from felted wool. She makes these masterpieces by hand using only a single needle to felt. If anyone is familiar with felting, it’s tedious, but it can be addicting. I made a gnome mushroom chair with felted wool once, and man, I …
Read More »Karl Lagerfeld’s New Pussy Cat
Who knew that Karl the Kaiser was cat lady in disguise!? Above is his newest pussy cat named Choupette. I never pictured Karl as the cuddling type. I mean, he’s never really looking comfy and cuddly and um, loving. But I guess he has a soft spot for this kitty, …
Read More »Pip Pip Cheerio, Pip Jolley!
Oh me goodness. It’s been a while since I came across something I find to be ingenious! Jewelry designer Pip Jolley designed these vintage-inspired jewelry that look like run-of-the-mill beauty products. Those plastic curlers are so iconic- I mean, I remember playing with those when I was a wee bit crazy cat …
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