Hello All,
After much research, I bring good news for Fall Fashion! This Fall/Winter: 40's and 50's fashion, Goth (w00t), and (happy gasp) a dash of Steampunk. Yes! Really! Yours truly has been checking the runway reports, and I have seen appearances of artfully placed, not over-the-top gears, tasteful waistcoats, gorgeous 40's suits, hats, coats and shoes, and 40's meshed with Goth chic. It is soo refreshing (and convenient for my wardrobe) to get away from the 80's horror that has been gripping the world. Very edgy, quite sexy. This is great news.
Monday, August 31, 2009
Sunday, August 23, 2009
On Shoes...(Yes, once more!)
Have you noticed the disturbing trend among shoes? I have searched www.zappos.com; www.irregularchoice.com (warning, if you harbor a fear of clowns or creepy 1980's kids toys, brace yourself before going to their site), and many other sites to find that there is not a classic or tasteful pair of heels to be found. Don't get me wrong, the proper use of color can make shoes crazy-beautiful, but some of these are kind of 80's horror.
What is a shoe fiend to do? There is always Salvation Army, Goodwill and other second hand shops. They should save us! In the past, one would have to brave many 80's horrors in the shoe department to find a decent pair of shoes with classic lines. Now, ironically, the terrible trend turn for the worse towards 1980s neon garbage has worked towards the Bohemian Style Warrior's advantage: people are clinging to their 80's shoes, and potentially giving away other types. This requires further investigation...
What is a shoe fiend to do? There is always Salvation Army, Goodwill and other second hand shops. They should save us! In the past, one would have to brave many 80's horrors in the shoe department to find a decent pair of shoes with classic lines. Now, ironically, the terrible trend turn for the worse towards 1980s neon garbage has worked towards the Bohemian Style Warrior's advantage: people are clinging to their 80's shoes, and potentially giving away other types. This requires further investigation...
Tuesday, August 18, 2009
Amusing things...
Hello All,
While still looking for work, I recommend the following web sites to keep spirits high:
www.icanhascheezburger.com, www.thefashionpolice.net (the archives are worth investigating), www.graphjam.com, www.comics.com, www.sheldoncomics.com, and www.fmylife.com. These sites will make life seem less harsh.
Go an have fun!
While still looking for work, I recommend the following web sites to keep spirits high:
www.icanhascheezburger.com, www.thefashionpolice.net (the archives are worth investigating), www.graphjam.com, www.comics.com, www.sheldoncomics.com, and www.fmylife.com. These sites will make life seem less harsh.
Go an have fun!
Wednesday, July 22, 2009
Hire Me. Please.
As a member of the recently graduated class of 2009, I am experiencing the backlash of the hiring freeze that is literally crippling employment opportunities for young people around the world. People (Smug Employed), have really been giving me the business over not having a job, as though it were completely my fault that I cannot find work. To those who have insinuated that we (the Class of 2009) are lazy and not trying hard enough: we hope weasels eat off your toes while you sleep.
A few weeks ago, I was watching tv and saw a "people of the week" feature on the local news. It was a salute to the Class of 2009, consisting of a series of clips from graduation speeches in which the speakers were all essentially telling graduates that it is up to us to save the world.
OK World: Here's an idea: Give us some decent jobs and we can get on track to saving you.
Several of my friends who are incredibly intelligent and over-qualified for the jobs they are applying for are being ignored and put off. We are all trying to be optimistic, and doing the "keeping a stiff upper-lip" stuff while filling out more online applications and burning our eyes out in the process.
I have been toying with the idea of starting a micro business. Perhaps this is a somewhat silly idea, but it's something. If someone wants to form it with me, email me and let me know.
Readers, I would like to encourage you to comment on this, and share some of your experiences in the Great Job Hunt. Please (if you decide to post a comment), include your professional email address so that those who are already employed and want to help can request resumes.
If you are someone who reads this blog, please advertise it to someone you think may like it :P.
If you would like to contact me and request a resume, my email is dame_nimoue@yahoo.com.
Good Luck to every Great Job Hunter out there.
A few weeks ago, I was watching tv and saw a "people of the week" feature on the local news. It was a salute to the Class of 2009, consisting of a series of clips from graduation speeches in which the speakers were all essentially telling graduates that it is up to us to save the world.
OK World: Here's an idea: Give us some decent jobs and we can get on track to saving you.
Several of my friends who are incredibly intelligent and over-qualified for the jobs they are applying for are being ignored and put off. We are all trying to be optimistic, and doing the "keeping a stiff upper-lip" stuff while filling out more online applications and burning our eyes out in the process.
I have been toying with the idea of starting a micro business. Perhaps this is a somewhat silly idea, but it's something. If someone wants to form it with me, email me and let me know.
Readers, I would like to encourage you to comment on this, and share some of your experiences in the Great Job Hunt. Please (if you decide to post a comment), include your professional email address so that those who are already employed and want to help can request resumes.
If you are someone who reads this blog, please advertise it to someone you think may like it :P.
If you would like to contact me and request a resume, my email is dame_nimoue@yahoo.com.
Good Luck to every Great Job Hunter out there.
Monday, May 25, 2009
Clothing Jonesing
Hello, Loyal Reader,
At last, at last, I am no longer hindered by the collegiate life. Currently, as I stare at my huge pile of stuff (which I actually have culled and am still culling), I wonder about the hazards of loving clothing too much. I will now list the signs that you may be addicted to clothing.
You might be a clothing fiend if...
# 10. You have difficulty ignoring that twitch in your hand when you pass a consignment store or Goodwill and you just got paid.
#9. You begin to feel panicked if you do not have the appropriate outfit for any and every occasion. Literally, I have clothing which ranges from farm work togs to meet-the-President formal. "Really, there may be a valid reason for having two floor-length black satin skirts with trains, honestly! (there was, once)."
# 8. You compulsively re-design clothing on sight, everywhere you go.
#7. Even after you have gotten rid of two entire leaf bags of clothing, you still have to fight yourself to stop planning the next second-hand shop visit.
#6. Your significant other begins to show signs of clothing addiction as well, and starts hunting for new articles of clothing for you.
#5. Everyone you know has come to look through your closet for a special occasion at one time or another.
# 4. You have a special secret fund for clothing.
#3. You go to fabric websites and intricately plot out an elaborate sewing project, even if you can barely sew.
#2. You have considered cutting back on some types of food in order to afford a particular jacket, and then have to jolt yourself back to reality.
#1. There is more space in your room put aside for clothing than for your bed.
At last, at last, I am no longer hindered by the collegiate life. Currently, as I stare at my huge pile of stuff (which I actually have culled and am still culling), I wonder about the hazards of loving clothing too much. I will now list the signs that you may be addicted to clothing.
You might be a clothing fiend if...
# 10. You have difficulty ignoring that twitch in your hand when you pass a consignment store or Goodwill and you just got paid.
#9. You begin to feel panicked if you do not have the appropriate outfit for any and every occasion. Literally, I have clothing which ranges from farm work togs to meet-the-President formal. "Really, there may be a valid reason for having two floor-length black satin skirts with trains, honestly! (there was, once)."
# 8. You compulsively re-design clothing on sight, everywhere you go.
#7. Even after you have gotten rid of two entire leaf bags of clothing, you still have to fight yourself to stop planning the next second-hand shop visit.
#6. Your significant other begins to show signs of clothing addiction as well, and starts hunting for new articles of clothing for you.
#5. Everyone you know has come to look through your closet for a special occasion at one time or another.
# 4. You have a special secret fund for clothing.
#3. You go to fabric websites and intricately plot out an elaborate sewing project, even if you can barely sew.
#2. You have considered cutting back on some types of food in order to afford a particular jacket, and then have to jolt yourself back to reality.
#1. There is more space in your room put aside for clothing than for your bed.
Friday, March 27, 2009
A new, distressing trend...and some really cool ones!
Dear Gentle Reader, looking to the past few posts, I have noticed a horrifically negative slant. So, this time, I am going to start with something a bit negative and polish it off with something quite lovely.
First off, sources (all of the fashion blogs) say that some "people" have been trying to bring "drop crotch" pants into style. Sorry, but no. *thwaps* No, and especially NOT on the red carpet! This icky example is from Alexander Wang for 425 dollars...HA! All right, we all hate it when pants ride up, but this is madness!
http://www.shopbop.com/baggy-drop-crotch-pants-alexander/vp/v=1/845524441837458.htm?folderID=2534374302050950&extid=froogle-AWANG20168
Now, to add some happy thoughts, if you really have unusual and retro-tastic tastes (such as mine) ; I recommend these sites: www.pyramidcollection.com and pinupcgirlclothing.com
Here are some images to tantalize you all!
This first one is from The Pyramid Collection for about $99.95, it is called the "Midnight Garden Dress":
*salivates* Practical? Not at all! Lovely? You bet!Now, for more practical (but equally fabulous) apparell-
This number is from Pin Up Girl Clothing, and it is crazy-flattering curvy women-folk:
It is called the "The Vintage Inspired Sailor Swing Dress in Navy with White Trim by Pinup Couture".Wow.
Monday, February 16, 2009
Hats and Leggings
Hello Reader,
What do you think of wide-brim hats? Obviously I am partial to them, but are they becoming more popular? Some very 1970's-esque hats are making appearances where I live, and I have to say they are really cute. Not enough wide-brim hats, for my taste, but perhaps in the future?
Leggings. Leggings can be great for a really cold climate, but if worn incorrectly, they can be, ah, um, most unflattering. After I asked many of my friends and acquaintances for input on this issue, almost all of them stated these legging-wearing rules:
1. Mid-calf leggings with sneakers or other short-topped shoes are a no-no (unless you are in the gym).
2. Tall Boots make it all good (when you wear a skirt or dress as well).
3. Sheer, translucent or see-through stockings DO NOT count as opaque leggings; wearing just stockings and a longish shirt means you are almost naked. I had the misfortune of seeing a girl with translucent stockings and a long t-shirt which barely covered her you-know-what. *Gags*
4. Try to stay away from iffy prints.
What do you all think of leggings? Scroll down and participate in our poll! (towards the bottom of the page).
What do you think of wide-brim hats? Obviously I am partial to them, but are they becoming more popular? Some very 1970's-esque hats are making appearances where I live, and I have to say they are really cute. Not enough wide-brim hats, for my taste, but perhaps in the future?
Leggings. Leggings can be great for a really cold climate, but if worn incorrectly, they can be, ah, um, most unflattering. After I asked many of my friends and acquaintances for input on this issue, almost all of them stated these legging-wearing rules:
1. Mid-calf leggings with sneakers or other short-topped shoes are a no-no (unless you are in the gym).
2. Tall Boots make it all good (when you wear a skirt or dress as well).
3. Sheer, translucent or see-through stockings DO NOT count as opaque leggings; wearing just stockings and a longish shirt means you are almost naked. I had the misfortune of seeing a girl with translucent stockings and a long t-shirt which barely covered her you-know-what. *Gags*
4. Try to stay away from iffy prints.
What do you all think of leggings? Scroll down and participate in our poll! (towards the bottom of the page).
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