6.30.2012
4.20.2012
SOMETIMES YOU HAVE A GUITAR, SOMETIMES YOU ARM YOURSELF
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In my continuing journey to explore the connection between music and menswear, I have stumbled upon two groundbreaking Japanese forces: the avant-garde rock band Les Rallizes Denudes and the menswear mecca that was Number (N)ine by Takahiro Miyashita.
Both were heavily influenced by Western culture, specifically that of America. Les Rallizes Denudes looked to bands like the Velvet Underground and Blue Cheer, while Number (N)ine was at times reminiscent of the Old Wild West and Edwardian tailoring. What brings these the music and the clothing together? Their shared love of a rebellious, no fucks given, rock and roll attitude. Example: Les Rallizes Denudes' original bassist went on to participate in the hijacking of Japan Airlines Flight 351, and the rest of the band carried on carriers of concerts that ended in the trashing of stages and flights with crowds. Takahiro Miyashita was known to keep skulls in his shops and started selling rosaries as fashion pieces years before it picked up with the rest of the world.
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In my continuing journey to explore the connection between music and menswear, I have stumbled upon two groundbreaking Japanese forces: the avant-garde rock band Les Rallizes Denudes and the menswear mecca that was Number (N)ine by Takahiro Miyashita.
Both were heavily influenced by Western culture, specifically that of America. Les Rallizes Denudes looked to bands like the Velvet Underground and Blue Cheer, while Number (N)ine was at times reminiscent of the Old Wild West and Edwardian tailoring. What brings these the music and the clothing together? Their shared love of a rebellious, no fucks given, rock and roll attitude. Example: Les Rallizes Denudes' original bassist went on to participate in the hijacking of Japan Airlines Flight 351, and the rest of the band carried on carriers of concerts that ended in the trashing of stages and flights with crowds. Takahiro Miyashita was known to keep skulls in his shops and started selling rosaries as fashion pieces years before it picked up with the rest of the world.
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Night of the Assassins
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Ice Fire
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3.07.2012
1.06.2012
My Old Self
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Few pictures I ever find strike me so much as this one taken at Robert Geller's Fall/Winter 2009 show. The connection I feel convinces me that I would have worn something similar in a past life, probably as I was composing poetry in a damp and foggy German garden of the 1840's or getting lost in the shadows of a dusty library full of Marcus Aurelius and Diogenes Laertius. What pictures have you found that connect you to the past?
Few pictures I ever find strike me so much as this one taken at Robert Geller's Fall/Winter 2009 show. The connection I feel convinces me that I would have worn something similar in a past life, probably as I was composing poetry in a damp and foggy German garden of the 1840's or getting lost in the shadows of a dusty library full of Marcus Aurelius and Diogenes Laertius. What pictures have you found that connect you to the past?
picture courtesy of Boston Roll
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Siouxsie and the Banshees - Arabian Knights
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11.24.2011
50/50
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Fashion tends to repeat itself; what is in style now was probably in style at some point in time some years ago. The next big thing is slated to be 1950's fashion. Miuccia Prada, who dominated last season to the point where retailers virtually lifted her pieces and put them on their own shelves, flooded her golf field runway with cropped shirts, high-buttoned suits, and newsboy caps.
Prada didn't simply copy designs from a different era, effectively putting out a vintage reproduction like most designers do, but she took a cut and a style and made them Prada by adding studs and whimsical prints. While prints have been popular the past few seasons, the emergence of the 1950's as a key style may come as a surprise to some, but not to the movie or music buff. Jack Kerouac's classic On the Road is being adapted as a movie coming in 2012, and bands like The Drums are consistently infusing 1950's trends, such as rolled up jeans, into their ever-influential wardrobe.
Fashion tends to repeat itself; what is in style now was probably in style at some point in time some years ago. The next big thing is slated to be 1950's fashion. Miuccia Prada, who dominated last season to the point where retailers virtually lifted her pieces and put them on their own shelves, flooded her golf field runway with cropped shirts, high-buttoned suits, and newsboy caps.
Prada s/s 2012
Jack Kerouac, Allen Ginsberg, and their Beat friends
1950's style icon James Dean in Rebel Without a Cause
Stock up on 1950's staples like cropped shirts, letterman/varsity jackets or sweaters, blue jeans (make sure you roll 'em up), motorcycle boots, jean jackets, converse all-stars, and a slick pompadour.
The Drums in 50's gear
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Betty James - I'm a Little Mixed Up
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10.29.2011
raf
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While some critics argue that Raf Simons has been running out of ideas and reissuing clothing from old collections, I say that the Belgian designer's fall/winter 2011 was one of his most interesting and striking collections in a while. I was initially shocked at first, but eventually came to appreciate the cozy yet bold nature of this season's offerings. One piece that stands out to me is this hooded sweatshirt. It features a padded and strictly tailored body, giving it a boxy silhouette that is a breath of fresh air in menswear today. Buy it here, while it lasts. (all picture from there as well)
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While some critics argue that Raf Simons has been running out of ideas and reissuing clothing from old collections, I say that the Belgian designer's fall/winter 2011 was one of his most interesting and striking collections in a while. I was initially shocked at first, but eventually came to appreciate the cozy yet bold nature of this season's offerings. One piece that stands out to me is this hooded sweatshirt. It features a padded and strictly tailored body, giving it a boxy silhouette that is a breath of fresh air in menswear today. Buy it here, while it lasts. (all picture from there as well)
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10.23.2011
Bill Cunningham - 10/22/11
Your's truly with the man himself, Bill Cunningham.
Firstly, let me apologize for not posting since August. School and my job have kept me very busy but I am determined to write more often from now on. Now to get down to business....
I was fortunate enough to be photographed by the legendary Bill Cunningham outside the Manhattan Vintage Clothing show this Saturday. His humble nature and seasoned sense of humor made for a few minutes of enjoyable conversation about my purchase that day (a Dior Homme dress shirt from s/s 2002 - more to come on this in a future post).
Jacket - Vintage from Another Man's Treasure / Shirt - Vintage from 10 ft. Single by Stella Dallas / Jeans - Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche by Hedi Slimane
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8.28.2011
staying creative
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8.11.2011
The Drums - Blue Stripes Demo
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And here is one more, for Matteo. It comes out August 19th. Enjoy.
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And here is one more, for Matteo. It comes out August 19th. Enjoy.
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8.10.2011
The Drums - Portamento Demos
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My favorite band: The Drums. If you, like me, thought that their first album was the greatest thing since sliced bread, think again. Portamento, their sophomore album is set to be insurmountably full of musical brilliance, hip-swinging melodies, and deeply emotional lyrics. Just take a listen and see for yourself.
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The Drums - Book of Revelation Demo
The Drums - Days Demo
The Drums - What You Were
The Drums - Money
The Drums - Hard to Love
The Drums - I Don't Know How to Love
The Drums - Searching for Heaven
The Drums - Please Don't Leave
The Drums - If He Likes It Let Him Do It
The Drums - I Need A Doctor
The Drums - In The Cold
The Drums - How It Ended
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8.09.2011
first look - alexandre plokhov f/w 2011
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Remember my excitement-filled post on Plokhov's new collection a while ago? It seems that Park & Bond, a subsidiary of Gilt, is the first retailer to post some of the new collection's pieces online. Prices are a bit higher than most had been anticipating, however, are still reasonable for the products given their impeccable design and cut. The Elbow Zip blazer is currently holding the top spot on my wishlist.
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Remember my excitement-filled post on Plokhov's new collection a while ago? It seems that Park & Bond, a subsidiary of Gilt, is the first retailer to post some of the new collection's pieces online. Prices are a bit higher than most had been anticipating, however, are still reasonable for the products given their impeccable design and cut. The Elbow Zip blazer is currently holding the top spot on my wishlist.
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all pictures are from here, where you may see the rest
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8.08.2011
the standard for candid photography
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These are from the Standard Hotel in New York City and its surrounding neighborhood the Meatpacking District. This is the hotel that has been known for having it's residents be seen, oftentimes naked, to people walking on the streets down below. I was surprised at just how many lodgers (and a maid) I viewed in the windows by standing on the corner of Washington and West 13th. Thankfully they were all some-what clothed.
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These are from the Standard Hotel in New York City and its surrounding neighborhood the Meatpacking District. This is the hotel that has been known for having it's residents be seen, oftentimes naked, to people walking on the streets down below. I was surprised at just how many lodgers (and a maid) I viewed in the windows by standing on the corner of Washington and West 13th. Thankfully they were all some-what clothed.
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HELLO!
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all photos are property of me!
dollar is not your friend - ellery james roberts
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photo property of me!
7.31.2011
cloak s/s 2004 poem
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7.25.2011
The LYF Jacket
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Yours truly in the LYF jacket, taken a few short hours before the boys played some heavy pop.
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Yours truly in the LYF jacket, taken a few short hours before the boys played some heavy pop.
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photo credits go to this girl
7.16.2011
cloak pt. 3 spring/summer 2003 detail shots
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I found these rare glimpses into Cloak's rustic past at the library of the school I am taking classes at for the summer. They depict the label's first collection under the collective design team of Alexandre Plokhov and Robert Geller. A dramatically different look from the gothic tour de force of the brand's later days, these detail shots are paired with my favorite band's newest song. More to come from Cloak soon.
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I found these rare glimpses into Cloak's rustic past at the library of the school I am taking classes at for the summer. They depict the label's first collection under the collective design team of Alexandre Plokhov and Robert Geller. A dramatically different look from the gothic tour de force of the brand's later days, these detail shots are paired with my favorite band's newest song. More to come from Cloak soon.
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