Am I the only one who thinks this is just too much… The collection? The lighting? That one pose?

It’s almost as if Kate Moss collaborated with TOPSHOP to play a trick on the hungry consumers using her popularity as leverage. Inspired by her own closet sure; but its her closet. When am I ever going to wear such elaborate pieces? They look incredible on Kate… Because it’s her.

Last time I checked, I wasn’t invited to any over-the-top rockstar parties complete with paparazzi. I mean.. It’s almost impractical, really.I get that fringe is trendy, and when done right can totally work. But 2 ft long! That’s just excessive.

That black dress is sexy as fuck; but it’s so vivacious it’d probably only be suitable for night and it’s much too tight to get wasted in anyways. Same with the other maxi! It would take a highly skilled swag artist to be able to incorporate the PERFECT accessories to pull these off without looking like a try-hard.

I do have faith that the basic fillers within the collection will be wicked and totally easy to incorporate within one’s closet.

Betcha the price point is gonna be ludacris though.

MOMA

What we do.
We work. We learn the processing of the raw materials, the methods of processing and the techniques by watching the artists and farmers and give shape to a vision.
What was our principle?
Our principle: Midnight Over My Action. MOMA. We hurled ourselves into this adventure bearing these words in mind. There is a dividing line between tradition and new craftsmanship, just like the line that separates the old day from the new. Both comply with the same rules but are not equal. When we started the production of “the used and the dirty” we did not intend to start a trend. Our products were supposed to have a character that has lived a life, such as the wrinkles in the face of a person or the scars of an injury, which create each person’s individual history.
How do we introduce ourselves?
Just the way we are.
What would we like to see happen with this website?
We would be glad if it becomes a meeting place for ideas of any kind.

Oooooh look at them. They are beautiful.

So many more options at http://www.gravitypope.com/shoes/womens/moma

Roaring Fun

     

I went to my old work today to kick it with my homie Jerry. He is incredible at thrifting and always pays homage to 90’s-hip-hop with his kits. Polo all day, every day. I’ve never seen him wear the same thing twice.

Since he is just the best, he hooks me up with maaaaaad swag; I’m talking duffles bags full of awesome shit. An adventure for another day though; Today we got drunk at the bar for old time’s sake, and to celebrate what I like to call Turnt Up Tuesdays. Matis, our sexy argentinian friend joined us as well. We had a wonderful time playing in the cherry blossoms while smoking a joint and getting casually day drunk.

Since I’m rollin solo, I don’t have anyone to take my picture on the regular anymore which is totally a nuisance. I offered a $4 beer, they offered their photography skills.

I’m wearing an Aritzia La Notte Tee, H&M pants & belt, old-ass booties from Le Chateau (?!), BCBG bag, and a jacket I got in Scotland for 22 Pounds.

I have such wonderful friends. Let’s Celebrate! Any day of the week works for me..

• Might-as-well Mondays
• Turnt-up Tuesdays
• Why-not Wednesday
• Thirsty Thursdays
• Friday
• Saturday
• Sunday Funday

 

 

 

 

Aviators & Cardigans

I ordered these jeans from Shop Bop while working as receptionist at an office in Calgary. I really stepped up my online shopping game at that job.. well kinda. These bad boys from Current/Elliot are 2 sizes too big, but I’ve tried to work that as a draping advantage. Optimal for penis-silhoutte envy.

Hurray! It’s 2014’s first time seeing sandals. I got these beauties from forever 21 for like $11 bucks if you can believe it. They makes tying together neutrals a breeze, so simple. So strappy.

Hurley purse, cut-off no-name tee, H&M glasses, and an Armani Exchange sweater my mum got me for $40. She just loves me that much.

Vogue Reality Edition

Alright Kanye West.. I’ve had enough. I’ve stuck by through thick and thin remaining a loyal Yeezy fan… No matter how egotistical, how elaborate, or how entitled; I stuck by you. You are one of my profile pics.

Fuck It.

You’ve embaressed me to a point where I’m let down on a personal level. Someone who I use to rep SO hard has completely lost my respect. I’m not one to keep up with celebrity hoo-haw, I prefer to judge a celebrity based on accomplishments and a personal evaluation of ‘it’ rather than social common opinion. Everything single thing I’ve heard within the last 3 months regarding any matter to do with KW has been completely bonkers. I thought they were already married?!

He has become douchey to the point where I can’t even justify. I’ve always been able to fall back on production skills, lyrical genius or straight swag. Now, I look straight silly defending him.

I’m over it. It’s all downhill from here.

Regardless, the family looks beautiful in Vogue.

Plus, I’m always down when it comes to weddings. Mine will include top shelf alcohol, a 10-minute reception, and an elaborate array of appetizers. No planned seating. It’s all  about that reception.

The only factor I am not gonna skimp on (other than booze) is the dress. Only once in my life will I be able to spend $5000-$8000 on an article of clothing. Only once in my life will I be able to obtain haute couture… So fuck you future husband, it’s happening.

Side note: Funny how Anna acted like she would never endorse the KK. Cover/spread in Vogue? Wedding Edicht? Hilarious.

With love from Bono

AHHHH New York Fashion Week! How exciting!

Every night I get to sit and click through the shows that I know and love with a glass of wine and pure glee spread across my face. I’ve built a connection to these designers and brands, knowing somewhat to expect regardless if I check out a show for my personal preference or out of pure industry respect.

If time perceives, sometimes I go venturing off in a direction that normally wouldn’t suit my fancy.  Cue Edun, the biggest surprise to come out of 2013 NYFW this far.

Say, isn’t that bono’s wife’s ethically charged company?? Why yes, you just so happen to be right. And it just so happens to be dope… or at least starting from this point going forward.

Danielle Sherman, the lady who helped start up The Row and was design director at T by Alexander for the past 5 years, was given carte blanche to do whatever with the line. Success! I love the silhouettes, the colours and I’d kill so many pieces from the collection.

Nice move celebrity couple, nice move.

I wish I was a ballerina

I am so stoked for the Saint Laurent re-brand. Hedi Slimane is a genius, straight up.

He’s all about starting a new ‘dialogue’ among the youth within fashion. In the first video for Saint Laurent, Hedi showcases his new classically designed ballerina flat. Mixing it with leather and flannel is refreshing, and unlike anything we have ever seen from a fashion house.

Fluff Ball

  

Did you think I’m talking about my hair? well, you’re right.. but thats only part 1 of the pun. There is also a cat holding a boom box on my shirt.

Speaking of hair; you may have noticed that mine has changed. I could tell you an woeful story about how I went to a random hair dressers on a whim and they fucked up my most beloved feature. I could tell you about how I fantasized revenge against that hair-dressing-slut for 2 weeks and was forced to wear my hair up every day…  but whatever.. I’m fine now.

I fucking semi-fixed it myself with box dye and some light scissor work. For the past couple days I have been wearing it as a mane of tangled curls and fuzz which requires very little maintenance, but quite a variety of hair products. I use a tapered wand to do random pieces through-out quick time in the morning to add definition, mash in a bunch of product, and boom! Lion hair.

Lets all just take a minute to pay tribute to bumble & bumble: the best hair products in the world.

Top 3 fav [in order]:

1. Texture
2. Brilliantine
3. Surf Spray

Message to the antagonist; I have a lot of hair, and it really does need to be thinned out with some sort of cutting technique. Also, maybe you should practice colour matching.

Cat shirt from forever 21 circa 2011, Zara black skinnies, Jeffrey Campbell boots, American Apparel bag, and one of my best friends Sarah’s coat. Best friends, same size? double closets. It’s just the rule.

The Dirty Jock

 

I love this editorial from HUNGER  styled by Holly Ounstead and photographed by Alexander Jordan. The athletic ‘trend’ has hit the fashion world hard with girls everywhere mixing nike kicks with dresses and topped off baseball caps.

I love mixing worlds to create an interesting, harmonious outfit; but I hate to admit sportswear’s as a ‘trend’. In subcultures its always been cool to rock Nike, Pony and Adidas. I remember when I was 15 and really wanted to be a thug (obviously, nothing has changed), i bought brightly coloured special edition sneakers to match my fly adidas track suits. Hip Hop culture has always shown athletic wear love, and although the masses are running for their sneakers and back-packs we should at least acknowledge sportswear has always been cool.

One thing about taking influence from other cultures is adopting an item and putting a fresh twist on it. I am lovin this dirty-pretty-jock look. I think its the perfect balance of street-meets-fashion in a sexy hooligan kinda way.

Plus, sneakers are comfy as shit.

 

Fashion Socks

Socks are dope. There is no pleasure that compares to a new pair hugging the arches of your feet. These aren’t new, or even mine, they are stolen from my boyfriends dresser, but that’s irrelevant. Out of all the companies producing ‘fashion’ socks now-a-days, INstance is my number one pick. I find they have more options in general and the designs are extremely versatile with sophisticated patterns that use colours in a optimal way. (Board of Trade on Main has lots)

I have been wearing these cut-offs literally all summer long. They are a $20 pair of men’s Topshop jeans that I hacked off in order to keep it cool. Sometime they bunch up and make me look like I have a dick, or a saggy ass, but I totally still dig it. As for the boots, they are my Isabel Marant look-a-likes from Zara. 

I picked up the sweater at H&M in San Francisco circa 2010, and it still gets regular exercise. It’s made from linen which gives it a great drape, especially when it’s tied around the waist. Throw on a white tank from Aritzia, add my trusty TNA backpack filled with gin n juice to play a little with pattern, and voila! ready for whatever adventures come my way.

Side note: I am so lucky to live in such a beautiful place. I fucking love Vancouver.