psychadelic

we made prints (sort of like stamps) in art class and I just had to jump on the opportunity to reproduce one of my favorite images of Twiggy, aka my favorite '60s/'70s icon. that, and I thought it would be insane to see how well I could trace the infamous eyelashes out on the stamp. here's how it turned out:



seriously, if I were part of this generation I'd have my lashes drawn on everyday, 24/7

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I'm very new to blogging so of course I was so flattered to receive 2 awards from blogs that I love and frequently read:

thank you so so much
SAY HELLO, MAX.
and
Shimmer Like Gold
for making blogging one of my favorite hobbies
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check out other cute images like this one @ Eveline Tarunadjaja, lovexevol.com

black is the new...black?

for an upcoming issue of V magazine, Sasha Pivovarova and Heidi Mount

when I first saw this image, I thought what was the point of this? my mind immediately turned to the countless images of blackface that were so popular in the 1900s, one CENTURY ago.

though I cannot relate with the black public, I can relate to what it means to have your "race" physically broken-down and socially constructed. asians went through this same shit with yellowface in which white actors packed on the eyeliner to appear more "oriental." this, too was done back in the day so why have we suddenly reverted to discrimination? aren't we supposed to be moving forward?

this image from american apparel haunts me for some odd reason. I first saw this ad in one of my comm classes last year and literally, could not stop staring at it. again, WHAT WAS THE POINT OF THIS? fashion, or not, this concept of painting faces will never resonate with me. arguing that one is done more "tastefully" than the other is barely a reason to justify blackface, or yellowface, anycolorface. it's just ridiculous to me. the day when models of color put on whiteface is the day I'll finally be able to drink again (remember, I have panreatitis? hahaha)

let me know what you guys think! is it acceptable, fashionable? or just plain bonkers?

sources: ny magazine & racialicious.com

the sartorialist

october 22, 2009
beverly center terrace
los angeles, california
the sartorialist book signing
an unforgettable night.
it made my life (almost) complete.
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scott schuman is seriously one of the nicest people (famous figures) I have ever met, and I'm sure everyone that's attended a book signing can say the same.


each and every photo is so special.


free wine! and lots of desserts :)
p.s. do you like my a.wang inspired braid?


the crowd was so different from the typical LA vibe that I get every time I'm in hollywood. it was so refreshing to be part of a crowd that was (for the most part) so fashionable and cultured.

there were, however, a ton of aspiring bloggers that want to be "the next sartorialist"...please lol

more pictures to come soon! (aka once my friend uploads them onto facebook haha)


EDIT: MORE PICS!

scott and I sharing a moment :)


my loves

more rouge?

so here I am watching the season 3 dvd box set of Beverly Hills, 90210 wondering if any '90s trends will come back. I open my laptop and boom. my questions are answered. coincidentally the latest post from Forever 21's blog, The Skinny, featured "berry dark lips," the look of the season. it's no wonder why I've been contemplating buying dark lipstick-I see it everywhere, but most recently on Beverly Hills, which is funny because that was...oh, 10 years ago? what other than the '90s exemplified the beauty of taking rouge to another level..

case in point: Brenda Walsh



are we getting '90s fever? I think I am. it's better than having swine flu.

here are some new inspirations for both you and me. ALSO WhoWhatWear has great advice on tackling this look, where to buy the perfect shade, etc. etc. here!

wall of inspiration...

...the beginning

it's britney bitch

once was simply not enough. I HAD to see the circus tour again, this time in LA. I missed my opportunity to see her in Paris so this was my last chance. and it was sooo worth spending another $150 on a ticket. though I knew what to expect, the show still had me screaming on the top of my lungs - it helped that our seats were freakin amazin, 3 rows from the floor! plus, I was a taaaad drunker than last time, and by "a taaad" I mean A LOT. haha. I want to re-live it. but I guess for now, pictures will do!


pre drinks at Yardhouse ... mmmm mojitos






so hot


sec 115 row 3 seats 9 & 10 running shit




yes I'm wearing a concert shirt to the concert. don't judge me..


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