Dutch artist Guda Koster made outfits for people in the Witness Protection Program. You may not blend in, but at least no one can see your face! You really can’t be claustrophobic for this look…and don’t worry about bumping into things because you’re fully padded from all the cardboard and …
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Dutch artist Rommy de Bommy designs the most awesome and whimsical accessories!! I am in love love love with her collection! I’m a huge pasta fan , so the bowtie pasta is especially attractive to me!Check out her fabulous blog and easy store. Very reasonably priced and unique! Love love LOVE!!!! photos: …
Read More »OMG, OMG, OMG. These are not Oprah’s wagon of fat that has turned into a community of lepers. These are actually nylon stockings pinned into place to help create your next nightmare. Dutch artist Rosa Verloop describes her work as an “uncomfortable place in the life cycle between birth and death.” How about …
Read More »Dutch designer Femke Agema ( sounds like a serious condition, doesn’t it?) has a knack for designing cocoon-like suits and jackets. I’m really impressed by the craftsmanship and ingenuity, especially the hood with built in goggles. Be sure to check out the ‘Hideout’ Collection, which my 7 year old would love. He loves anything …
Read More »Dutch design firm Elroy Klee did a series of photos called ‘Mindplay: bricks on me’ with Legos as wigs. I really love this and am tempted to raid my son’s lego collection and make a damn wig out of them. It looks like pixelated hair. So robotic. Anywho, I think I’ve found …
Read More »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 »These are Crocodile heels by Dutch artist Sit (it would be hawt if his last name was UBU) that can be seen at The Jonathan LeVine Gallery. They’re pretty fug, in my opinion, but still cooler than Crocs. I have to say, my husband brought back an preserved alligator head back …
Read More »Those cobalt blue and white porcelains (delftware) sitting on your grandma’s curio cabinet have come to life at the latest Preen show. Since I’m a cat lady and collect tea cups, this collection was definitely on my favorite list. Anything that can make me looking like a walking afternoon tea …
Read More »Dutch sculptor Cedric Laquieze (above) needs to get on doing centerpieces for weddings, bar mitzvahs and golden anniversary functions. I mean, I wish I had a skeleton floral arrangement for all the fancy times I’ve organized. After a long look at the last photo, I finally figured it looks like the evil …
Read More »Oh yes! Leave it to Dutch designer Iris Van Herpen to show them how it’s done! Couture is one of those instances where the designer has a license to put the most effed up stuff on the runway and Iris totally takes advantage of this! That fourth picture looks like a …
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Teacups & Couture A Fashion Blog by Roxanna Bina