What I Wore

Top: Express

Jeans: Forever 21

Boots: ASOS

Belt: Vintage

What I Wore

Top: Vintage
Jeans: Forever 21
Boots: ASOS
Head Scarf: Forever 21

Gareth Pugh Fall/Winter 2013 Ready-to-Wear Review

     Let me start off by saying that I had no idea who Gareth Pugh was until a week ago. Now, let me just say I understand why there were so many rumors about this man becoming creative director for Alexander McQueen way back in 2010. He denied it, according to Vogue UK. The job went to Sarah Burton, and Pugh went right back to work. His creations are atramentous and beautiful. For this specific collection, he chose bold black and white ensembles that were made of thick fabric in shapes that hinted towards a Victorian inspiration. The models' faces were greyed with somber, and their hair seemed loosely done with loose and matted ends that clung to the face. The hair acted as a veil over beautiful smokey eyes. It seemed ethereal, like something divine, but dark and almost evil-like at the same time. Towards the middle of the collection, there are floor length gowns in various shades that seemed scrunched in the middle. Those easy scrunches made quite a statement, in my opinion. Then, the collection unfolded into heavy and bulky leather made pieces that had massive amounts of detail in thick fringe. Overall, I'm madly in love with Gareth Pugh for his dark side to fashion, as well as being able to look back into the fashion of history.

Birthday HAUL

     So, my birthday was November 2nd, and I extremely proud of the things I bought and the things that were gifted to me. I had a massive order that my aunt bought me from Forever 21. That order came in last Wednesday. On the actual Saturday of birthday, my parents gave me a hundred dollar bill and a word of advice. "Don't spend it all at a time." they said. They must not know me very well, because I did just that at this amazing store called Express. I bought two shirts, one green: the new limited editions with the contrast trim. Also, another one with an interesting plaid print that I've been having my eye on since last month.

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     Now, for the massive Forever 21 order. The order included three pairs of new pants, a wool tie, a new pin, a hooded scarf, and a moto jacket that I posted here. All of the clothes and accessories were amazing! And I love them to death and can't wait until I wear them and come up with more interesting outfits! Here are the five out of seven things that I bought!

        

                                                       

Louis Vuitton Spring/Summer 2014 Ready-to-Wear Review

     Marc Jacobs' farewell show to Louis Vuitton was a triumphant one. The fashion businessman had installed sixteen years of work into the iconic brand. He took the company from a luxury baggage brand and expanded it into an empire full of acclaimed clothing and shoes while keeping the brand's signature pieces. Sadly enough, this was his last collection. He sent out a farewell letter to all those that attended saying that his inspiration was the showgirl, and how each and every one of the women that had inspired him over the years was one. It could be clearly seen that this is what inspired Marc Jacobs. An enormous black enamel fountain spewed water dramatically near a blacked out carousel with "Louis Vuitton" sprawled across it. Each of the women wore dark headdresses made of massive exotic bird feathers that truly showed the "showgirl." The first look to kick off this spectacular was a transparent body suit that had "Louis Vuitton Paris" written in black and bold letters, covering the model's body. The model's arms were wrapped in a glittery rope, and a silver mask adorned her headdress. The show continued with little black dresses laced with structured decorations that served as a boarder for parts that were highlighted in each specific look. The collection also included denim that was rolled to show off black boots, and embellished black leather jackets. Other beautifully dark and romantic pieces included heavily ornamented dresses and leggings, as well as the business jackets shown towards the end of the collection.

Fashionisto Teen Poster

Something my amazing friend made for me! Going to get this printed and hang posters all over the streets! I'm super excited!

Fashionisto Teen Blog by world-of-illusion on Polyvore

What I Wore

Shirt: Vintage

Jeans: Levi's 511

Boots: ASOS

Scarf: Forever 21

Bag: Kenneth Cole Reaction

This outfit expressed my interpretation of Saint Laurent's Fall 2013 menswear collection. Edgy vintage with bold contrasts, with the mixture of the different prints. The oversized knitted scarf was black and white striped, and the vintage shirt with black and red flannel. 

Fashion Need

At this moment, I'm currently obsessing over the classic Dr. Marten's boots. My favorite right now are the 1914's which are about mid-calf and have 14 eyelets. I want the smooth black leather ones, but they are available in a dark red, with different varying types of leather. Probably going to have to save up some birthday money for these bad boys. Besides, I'm in the mood for a new pair of combat boots, one that hold their shape and are totally recognizable.

Price: $140.00

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Also, heres a few people from Lookbook.nu wearing these classics. 

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Ann Demeulemeester Spring/Summer 2014 Ready-to-Wear Review

     Sheer. That was the first word that popped into my mind was I browsed the latest Ann Demeulemeester collection. Garments like pants, tops, even full looks were fashionably translucent. The prints matched the Menswear counterpart that I blogged about here. Black and white ivy that grew gracefully over model's legs and torso. The colors also grew into browns and bright reds. I particularly loved the sheer headpieces that fluttered around each of the models. They seemed to be made of light silk, in either black or brown, later on. Each was uniquely twisted and folded to look like a hybrid of a sunhat mixed with a veil. Quite amazing.

Chanel Spring/Summer 2014 Ready-to-Wear Review

     Mod haircuts? Edgy accessories? Crazy beautiful clothing? God I love Chanel! These are just some of my favorite looks from this collection. That doesn't mean that they're aren't plenty more from this show. The over 80 looks were beautifully directed by the infamous Karl Lagerfeld. Here is another amazing example of how fashion and art are a part of each other. In this day and age, it may seem that pastel and minimalism seem to be making a comeback. However, the Chanel house seemed to go towards the opposite direction, to my personal happiness. They went for artsy, textured tweeds in great colors. The crazy accessories were piled onto each other beautifully. My personal favorite were the pearls, classy Chanel with a new look. The shoes had the same level of class, with high contrasting socks. Also, the cloth fabric handbags looked like they were painted in an art class, a fabulous art class. I also found it interesting how the bags were carried and crossed over both shoulders of models. Speaking of the models, their makeup was another topic to discuss. Their mouths and cheeks were naturally nude, but their eyes were shocking. The dark eyeliner was paired with a palette of different colors, like a rainbow of hope for next Spring! The massive runway was clean and bright as a clean sheet of sketchbook paper. At the mouth of the stage, there was multiple sculptures designed by multiple young artists commissioned by architect Peter Merino.

Fashion Needs

So, needless to say I love a good deal. That's why I love Forever 21 so much. Trendy clothing that is decent quality at dirt cheap prices. I usually browse the women's section, either for my other trendy, hipster friends, or for myself. In fact, I adore their women's sweaters and jackets because they actually fit my slightly thin frame, rather than their bulky men's outerwear. However, I checked the menswear selection that they have, and couldn't believe what I saw. I was looking at the suit pieces, and they were very interesting! Amazing camouflage printed blazers like D&G, and my personal favorite right now, a black, slim-fit button vest embellished with an edgy silver chain going from the third button up and into the right pocket button.

Price: $24.80

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Price: $49.80

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Alexander McQueen Spring/Summer 2014 Ready-to-Wear Review

    Sarah Burton went for a more modern, futuristic collection for Alexander McQueen at the most recent Spring/Summer show. This collection felt refreshing, after so many earlier shows by Mrs. Burton seeming too "19th century" for my tastes. In earlier collections, I sensed the silhouettes were constantly being recycled. The one behind the McQueen label today once said that she wanted to add a "woman's touch" to the fashion house. That was noticeable in collections before this. Now, she seemed to go back to Lee McQueen's obsession with "National Geographic" magazines. This collection started, with leather belted black and red ensembles at the beginning. The collection evolved and added other colors: white and gold bracelets that matched the gold helmet motif. Then, nine looks into the show, a overcoat with a black and white print emerged, and silver replaced the gold. The silver and white continued, until the razor-sharp mesh-looking fabric began to bleed, though not as savagely as the "ghosts of McQueen past" had.  The blood flow stopped, and the looks reformatted. They then took on a checkered and geometric sight to them. The geometric printing's texture shifted, making it more thick, as a pattern. After that theme, a new outfit emerged as a distant memory. It reminded me of McQueen's Fall 2009 collection, with the bold red, white, and black color scheme and black feathers. The feathers continued into a next look, minus the bold red. Finally, a rainbow of color mixing with black came in a somewhat futuristic textile I have not yet identified. It was alluring, and gave the impression of being awfully relevant to the long anticipated album, ARTPOP by Lady Gaga. An editorial with her wearing one of the last looks? One can only hope!

What I Wore

White Shirt: Calvin Klein

Pullover: Hot Topic

Jeans: Levi's

Boots: ASOS

Saint Laurent Fall/Winter 2013 Menswear Review

     I'm reviewing Saint Laurent's Fall/Winter collection rather than their most latest menswear collection because I didn't actually like Saint Laurent's Spring collection, but that's just me. Plus, I'm freezing cold here in Indiana, so I'm looking for warm inspiration for my outfits. What can I say? I love my oversized knit scarves and rockabilly style as much as the next fashionisto. Actually, I adore it. I might as well just analyze every look I posted, because each one is the same theme, but so unique and interesting on their own. Plus, I added like, four extra photos than I usually do. Because I love this collection.

For this look, the black fur overcoat/shawl/cape/moto jacket is incredible. So beautiful. I can't even put in words. Well, actually I could, but I'd be wasting time. That black and red knit sweater, though. Can I just say, "Amazing!" People who know me know that I have an addiction with sweaters, especially edgy knits. 

Fashion Need

My most recent need is from Forever 21. Since the weather is getting more chilly in Indiana, I absolutely need a new fall jacket. I adore moto jackets because I think they are always in style. I love the affordable prices that Forever 21 has and I'm obsessed with the fact that it comes in so many different colors!

Price: $24.80

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One Year, Before and After

     These photos were taken on September 14, 2012. I did a little photo shoot in my friend's backyard. To show just how much something can change over a year, I can no longer stand the person who took these photos. I realized how much I can change in one year, I have a new look, a new hairstyle, and a new outlook on life. I used to think I was the stereotypical fashionisto, and I was a hopeless romantic.

     These photos below were taken September 14, 2013. Exactly one year from the first two images. These were taken at the local mall by my closest friend. She is the most loyal and amazing friend anyone could ask for. She's crazy artistic, a full hipster. I feel so much better this year, my fashion tastes are more edgy. I adore the idea of dark symbolism and high fashion, in designers like Alexander McQueen and Ann Demeuleester. My hair use to be parted and slick, with way too much gel, because I was self-conscious about my curls. Now, I embrace it. Stacking my bangs up and cutting the sides of them. I ditched the "hipster glasses" because I wore them as a mask, to hide who I truly was. I used to be a hopeless romantic, but now I no longer care about a special other person, instead fueling that energy into my close friends. I'm smarter and constantly grateful for my life.

 

Marc Jacobs Spring/Summer 2014 Menswear Review

     Marc Jacobs' Spring/Summer collection makes me think of a 1960's dandy. A kind of historical hipster. The clothes were pastel, the hair gelled or waxed back, and the ties and other assorted accessories flourished with flower prints. The pastel colors evolved, much like the 60's, only reversed, to a more professional twist with dark and rich power suits in various grays and maroons. I personally adored the statement-making neckerchiefs around the neck and the modern and retro sunglasses.

Ann Demeulemeester Spring/Summer 2014 Menswear Review

     Ann Demeulemeester's Spring Menswear collection reminded me of an Edwardian dandy in a grayscale vineyard. The collection later evolved into Victorian inspired, lightly colored ensembles. Layers upon layers were shown untucked and stylized perfectly. Along with the seemingly feminine floral prints and neck scarves, there were masculine pieces as well. For example, the sturdy fabric combat boots laced and soled with leather.

Fashion Need

My latest need is this fabulous white square scarf from Topshop. Its printed with edgy black safety pins. Awesome!

Price: $36.00

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Easy Spring Outfit

Easy Spring Outfit by brock334 featuring boat neck tops

H&M boat neck top / Converse sneaker / Hollister Co Hollister Super Skinny Jeans

8/23/13 Outfit

8/23/13 Outfit by brock334 featuring Urban Pipeline

Urban pipeline / Levi's 511 Slim Fit Jeans / ASOS Brogue Boots With Leather Sole, $44 / ASOS Black Slim Tie

The Fashion Of His Love

This is something my close friend made for me on Polyvore! Amazing!

The fashion of his love by world-of-illusion on Polyvore

abstract cloud / V Man Editorial V man-Menswear's Daredevils, Summer 2012 Shot #9 / OBJECT LESSONS / imageGx / Chicago Travel Guide Information Hostels Travel Guide / FFFFOUND!

Edgy Military

Edgy Military by brock334 featuring hats

FITTED SHORT SLEEVE TWO-POCKET SHIRT / Tony Hawk Camouflage Skinny Slouch-Fit Jeans Men / ASOS Brogue Boots With Leather Sole / Tiny Cross Multi Row Necklace - Mens Jewelry - Shoes and Accessories -...

Alexander McQueen Spring/Summer 2014 Menswear Review

     The latest menswear collection from Alexander McQueen was just what I had hoped for. It showed exactly what McQueen was, and still is, known for. Sharp tailoring, English historical fashion shown in a modern way, and just enough edge. They were "severe monochromatic" looks that screamed "high fashion," but then again, couldn't you say that that was what all of McQueen's runway shows were like?
     I truly adore all of Alexander McQueen runway shows and these shows are one of my largest inspirations for my wardrobe. The way the different fabrics and textures are mixed to create a true and perfect outfit are outstanding and cannot be compared.
     Actual individual pieces from this show are truly interesting. For example, the frayed and unfinished jumper looks like it has been left out in the sun. It is a truly unique piece and actually a part of a trend that I have noticed last winter, which is the punk-y, grunge-y look sweaters that are oversized, torn, and dark. Now this time for the future, they are sun bleached and lightweight.

This Is Me

     I'm madly obsessed with fashion. I worship Isabella Blow, Alexander McQueen, Gareth Pugh, and the like. I wear what I love (in mostly black) and I constantly seek inspiration everywhere. In this blog, I hope to cover the latest runway shows, trends, presentations, and also what I've been wearing around whenever I get the chance.