Just an Outfit... And Some Squiggles

Sweater - 3.1 Phillip Lim / Hat - Ebay / Skirt - Thrifted / Backpack - Herschel / Boots - Dr. Martens

The Perfect Wide Brim Hat + Cards

All images via The Fashionisto / Video via Coute Que Coute by Dior Homme
I have shared a few of these images on my blog before, but the search is still on. I've been looking for the perfect wide brim hat for ages. With the seasons changing and the layers piling on, now seems like the perfect time to have one. I've been holding my breath hoping I'll be able to find one thrifting but it's starting to seem like my luck won't be great. If anyone has seen any good, relatively priced ones online... LET ME KNOW!! In the meantime I'll just have to watch this video on repeat and pretend I'm decked out head-to-toe in Dior Homme. Livin' the dream, literally.

While I'm at it I wanted to share my latest little DIY project. For the last while my blog has been coming up in conversation and it was always such a hassle trying to direct people to my website. I can tell them the name over and over but the likelihood of them remembering seemed small. I figured the best way to let people know was to make myself some business cards. Obviously, knowing me, I couldn't just take the easy way out and order regular business cards. No, I had to do something at least a little bit creative with it. So, I went onto Simon Stamp and ordered myself two stamps: One of the tooth logo I've been using on my blog, and the other of my contact information. The stamps arrived and they are perfect! I love the idea of being able to mix up the stamp color for the tooth logo on the back. For the first batch I opted for a red tooth with simple black font. The stamps are quite relively priced especially considering I can now make an infinite amount of cards. So...what do you think!?

Too Busy For Christmas

Hope everyone has a great holiday season!

Lazy

Sorry, sorry, sorry. I'm not sure what's going on with me but I'm really not on my A game with blogging anymore. Anyone who knows me knows that my room is a constant disaster. I finally had enough so I basically gutted my room, got rid of 60% of my clothes, and decided to start (somewhat) fresh. A good friend of mine is helping me build a wall unit, so hopefully organization will be the key to help me keep my room clean. I'm a huge believer in your attitude/feelings reflecting that of the space you live in, and I've been living in a rut for the longest time. I'm really hoping that this can give me a fresh start of sorts, as corny as that sounds.

Having said that, I'm really hoping the organization/refining my wardrobe will not only be a positive thing for my life, but for my blog as well! Blogging has sort of lost the excitement for me, and I hate that is has. I'm not about to make some harsh decision and close my blog, or anything of that nature. The process of my room is still going and hopefully when it's done I'll be re-inspired to share it (among other things) here.

So, there you have it folks. I thought I would try to explain my absence. I really do love blogging and I'm hoping that I can really come back with a bang! I'll see you guys sooner than later!

Hair, Hair, Everywhere!

Here's a few more shots from the shoot I did a while back with my pal Bri Foster. The incredible hair jacket is made by her. The minute I saw it I knew I had to wear it. It's the reason we put together the entire shoot. Sorry it took so long to finally get these ones on here, but better late than never.
Be sure to check out Bri's website. Girl is up to some amazing stuff.
BriFoster.com

Blood is the New Black

Holy smokes! It's been far too long. As per usual, I have no good reason for my absence from blogging. So, instead of boring you with fake excuses I'll get right to it. I got a nice treat in the mail after work today. My order from Blood is the New Black! I was extra excited to get this package, not only because of the amazing Brian Lictenberg collaboration t-shirt (front and center) I ordered, but because they also offer a super cool deal. For only $28 you choose your favorite designer collaboration they offer (I chose Brain) and your size, and they send you FIVE deadstock t-shirts! FOR TWENTY EIGHT DOLLARS?! They make it clear that you likely won't be receiving 5 shirts from the chosen designer, but they will do their best to send things you would potentially like based on your choice. It's basically a candy goody bag for the clothing lover. I took a gamble and boy was I happy. I was lucky enough to get not one, but two Brain Lichtenberg shirts, both of which are from the current season! Plus all the other shirts they sent are super rad. I swear someone there knows me because they sent me only black and white aka my entire wardrobe.

Here's a few links to check out
BLIND BARGAIN BAGS @ BLOOD IS THE NEW BLACK
BRAIN LICHTENBERG @ BLOOD IS THE NEW BLACK

Plus this is a good oppertunity to invite any of you Winnipeg folks to an art show I was asked to be apart of. I usually wouldn't call myself an artist but I was up for the challenge that was presented to me. I've been working really hard and I think it's going to be a good show. Plus the other two artists involved are great. Super talented guys. Here's the deetz:

Hope to see some of you there!

DIY: Shiny Toed Shoes

These shoes are one of my new favorites! I bought them recently but thought the all black was just a little too boring for me. While considering what to do with them I toyed with the idea of doing the googly eye shoes from The Dandy Project but they were almost too crazy for me. I decided on just a simple silver toe. I know it's pretty self explanatory how I made them, but I included a step by step guide for anyone that's interested.


Choose a pair of shoes with a simple flat front. I picked these up at a second hand shop. Also, I didn't really notice the scuff marks on the shoe until I started spraying the paint. I'd advise either using new shoes or very gently used ones because the flaws kind of tend to stand out when painted.


Start taping everything you don't want painted. Take your time on this step. If you rush through it you'll regret it later.


Cover the entire shoe with the plastic bag and secure with good, heavy duty tape.


You're ready to paint!!


The paint I chose to use was this rust paint I found in my basement. After a trip to the art store I realized I probably could have picked up something that was a little more metallic but I like using supplies I have. I'm too cheap!


Start spraying but be careful to not spray too much. I found it had quite a "splattered" paint look at the beginning but it would fade as it dried. I suggest doing at least 2 coats. I waited a few hours between each application.


Now you play the waiting game. After about 24 hours the paint still felt a bit gummy. Be patient! It seemed like mine would never fully dry, but after about 36 hours it seemed good.


Time to rip all the tape off! As I said earlier, take the beginning taping slowly. I rushed through it and a bit of the paint went where I didn't want it. As you can see now, the scuff marks are a little noticeable.


Here's where every crafters secret weapon comes in handy. I know it's kind of cheating but I didn't have much choice.


There you have it! They'll definitely get a lot more wear now. I think this will add the perfect pop to my usual all black uniform. I hope some of you try this out. Make sure to let me know if you do!!

Happy DIYing!

blue blue blue

Shredded shirt - Etsy / collared shirt - thrift / pants - thrift / tie - thrift

Caught this tie on the way out of Goodwill on Saturday while doing the crazy $1 Day with Kylie. So glad I saw it. Total fate. Kylie and I both scored crazy hauls. We hit up 4 different locations and didn't leave a single one empty handed. I'm sure you'll get to see most of the stuff, slowly but surely.

My new favorite necklace. I love collecting little bits and pieces along the road but the Marc by Marc Jacobs tooth was just too good to be true.

Just a short little post. Hope you guys had a great weekend!

Get to Work

Last week I ordered a Lens Adapter for my new camera. I have an old Nikon that didn't work anymore with a 50mm lens that I loved, so I thought I would try the lens out on my new Canon. I asked Kylie out to dinner to test it out and here are a few of the shots she got of me.




Sunglasses - Raybans / T-shirt - Vintage / Overalls - Secondhand / Boots - Dr Martens / Bag - YSL Manifesto bag won on Coute que Coute
(I love this bag so much, I use it so often but I just realized I haven't done an outfit post with it yet)

And for good measure, how amazing is Kylie's purse tail? I remember her buying it at a thrift store and I love it on that bag.
I'm excited to shoot more with this lens. I would really like to dig out my tripod and shoot some video with it too. It has such a nice gradual fade while focusing, I think it would look great in film.

And while we're on the topic of Kylie... (it seems like every second post is about her, us bloggers stick together!!) She's been working for ages on an online store. She's one of the craftiest people I know so I was looking forward to seeing what she would come up with and she doesn't disappoint. The perks of being friends with the designer is that I've had a few of the pieces for a while now. I have the fringe scarf in black which is such a staple in my wardrobe, as well as the one shoulder epaulette which you may have seen on my blog before (HERE or HERE)

SHOP MODERNITY

And those spike leggings might look familiar from when a certain blogger met a certain design duo powerhouse for the first time! HOW MAJOR IS THAT? The Rodarte sisters even said they liked them!? UNREAL. Dubbed "Epic Leggings Of Death" by Tavi herself. Definitely of my favorite item in the shop. So go check out the store! BUY BUY BUY!!!!! Bye!

monday

I've been collecting files in my "inspiration" folder forever, and I thought it would be nice to share a few of my all time and recent favorites. I'm the worst for keeping track of where things came from so I can't really give photo credit. It's safe to assume many are from coute que coute, the fashionisto, and fuck yeah goths, among others. I've also thrown in a few of the songs I've been into recently.

Hope everyone had a great weekend!!

this is how we do it

This dude was crazy! He knew my blog, too!





I think it's about time I introduce you to some of the good looking people of my humble city. I've gotta start bringing my camera out more. Here's some photos from Friday night. Insane time. Finally, somewhere I can hear all the Nicki Minaj I want!