Totally loving Cosmopolitan's new cool chick, Gala Darling?
(read more about her in my blog "Cosmolog & Cleog")
Well, while you're waiting for the next issue of Cosmo to be released, you can download your own little bit of Darling to keep forever!
Gala has recorded a few podcasts for our listening pleasure!
http://galadarling.com/tag/podcast/
I recommend the first podcast... It's just lover-ly!
"This podcast is about staying above water, & how to cheer yourself up when nothing else seems to be working."
Sounds like it's worth a quick "right click, save as" to me!
Add Ms Darling to your list of dream best friends (not that my bestest buddies aren't fully awes too!)
Monday, August 27, 2007
Monday, August 20, 2007
Meet Your New Friends
A difficult dichotomy exists in Suburbia.
In the pursuit of cool, two situations could occur:
Depending on your personality, the latter may be a favourable outcome. I know people who would delight in the "freak" tag. Others however, including myself, would be not so delighted.
So... you're probably wanting to find that balance I mentioned.
It's all about intuition and research. Through your fashion knowledge, compile a collection of great pieces & know what works with what. Be confident, don't be afraid to take risks, and importantly, don't worry if occasionally you cop a "weirdo" tag...
To help develop your intuition, get inspired by creativity - know what refreshes you and do it!
I like to visit a few different websites if I've had a particularly hard day trying to flog fun clothes to dodgy bogans.
Two of my favourites include:
http://www.facehunter.blogspot.com/
http://www.thesartorialist.blogspot.com/
These sites both publish photos of creative randoms in places far removed from sunny downtown Suburbia...
Maybe try and pretend these kids are the locals in your part of the world...
Note: Their style might be cool but their smoking isn't - don't copy that accessory.
In the pursuit of cool, two situations could occur:
- You absolutely nail the balance between super cool & acceptably creative, thereby winning friends and influencing people.
- You succeed in being amazingly creative, and wouldn't look out of place in the city, but get labeled either "gay" or "weird freak" by the locals.
Depending on your personality, the latter may be a favourable outcome. I know people who would delight in the "freak" tag. Others however, including myself, would be not so delighted.
So... you're probably wanting to find that balance I mentioned.
It's all about intuition and research. Through your fashion knowledge, compile a collection of great pieces & know what works with what. Be confident, don't be afraid to take risks, and importantly, don't worry if occasionally you cop a "weirdo" tag...
To help develop your intuition, get inspired by creativity - know what refreshes you and do it!
I like to visit a few different websites if I've had a particularly hard day trying to flog fun clothes to dodgy bogans.
Two of my favourites include:
http://www.facehunter.blogspot.com/
http://www.thesartorialist.blogspot.com/
These sites both publish photos of creative randoms in places far removed from sunny downtown Suburbia...
Maybe try and pretend these kids are the locals in your part of the world...
Note: Their style might be cool but their smoking isn't - don't copy that accessory.
Cosmolog & Cleog
Did anyone else notice the "new-look" for the Australian Consolidated Press (ACP) heavy-hitters this month?
Both Cosmopolitan & Cleo magazines are now doing it bloggy-style.
The format of the magazines have been updated to include blog style columns and web-style page layouts.
Why?
I think it's all about the never-ending search for "cool".
Although readership of these magazines is strong, those searching for left-of-the-middle "cool" have been finding it online, instead of in the mainstream media.
'Cool' has been recruited by Cosmopolitan in the form of blogger Gala Darling.
(http://galadarling.com/ is where she normally lives.)
She's about as authentically cool as they come:
I like the blog influence on the magazines - particularly Cosmopolitan. It's resulted in cleaner lines, less garish colours and newer article ideas. Anyone else sick of reading "how to improve your relationship by this weekend"... every month???
Bring it on i say, Gala's my new best friend.
Both Cosmopolitan & Cleo magazines are now doing it bloggy-style.
The format of the magazines have been updated to include blog style columns and web-style page layouts.
Why?
I think it's all about the never-ending search for "cool".
Although readership of these magazines is strong, those searching for left-of-the-middle "cool" have been finding it online, instead of in the mainstream media.
'Cool' has been recruited by Cosmopolitan in the form of blogger Gala Darling.
(http://galadarling.com/ is where she normally lives.)
She's about as authentically cool as they come:
"I am keen on changing my hair colour, celebrating every day, really
colourful tattoos, flying first class, old typewriters, public firework
displays, dancing, New York & Tokyo."
I like the blog influence on the magazines - particularly Cosmopolitan. It's resulted in cleaner lines, less garish colours and newer article ideas. Anyone else sick of reading "how to improve your relationship by this weekend"... every month???
Bring it on i say, Gala's my new best friend.
Tuesday, August 14, 2007
Music = Fashion
You may have noticed a new addition to this page...
On the left-hand navigation bar, you'll see a nifty little window that's linked to my iTunes.
Now while I realise this doesn't seem farshion related at first glance... BUT, let me prove that it is!
So what is it?
It shows what I've recently purchased through my iTunes account:
On the left-hand navigation bar, you'll see a nifty little window that's linked to my iTunes.
Now while I realise this doesn't seem farshion related at first glance... BUT, let me prove that it is!
So what is it?
It shows what I've recently purchased through my iTunes account:
- Albums &
- Individual Songs.
Why do you need to know this?
- Pervy fun - you get to know what songs i'm buying!!!
- Hot tips on cool (and not so cool) songs, both new and old, that you may not know
Why put it on here?
- This site aims to provide education about fashion through the wonders of technology --> Personal style plays a big part in fashion sense --> Music plays a big part in personal style. Therefore, if you love love love Jessica Simpson, chances are, you'll love love love ripped denim mini shorts & blonde hair extensions. Break your fashion mould by breaking your music mould.
- In Suburbia, inspiration for creativity is minimal. Use music as your guide. If you aren't getting any inspiration out of "honey why you calling me so late?", try something else... Don't know anything but Hinder Hits? Take my playlist for a test drive... I'm all for sharing the love.
Thursday, August 9, 2007
The Research Begins...
My quest to find the root of the new Techno-Trend has already resulted in a discovery...
I name this child, Robo-Goth.
I'm thinking that's not quite what inspired those hot new Balenciaga shoes...
I don't even know where to begin.
I'm speechless.
It's like a car crash - hard to look at, yet I can't look away.
It's like Christina Aguilera (in her Dirrty days...) crossed with some Matrix, crossed with a touch of Marilyn Manson.
Not the best way to adapt the new techno look in your 'hood.
Just keep looking for those metallic tights at the moment... Maybe a studded clutch too.
Image from http://www.robotskirts.com/images/wp/siggraph2004.jpg
I name this child, Robo-Goth.
I'm thinking that's not quite what inspired those hot new Balenciaga shoes...
I don't even know where to begin.
I'm speechless.
It's like a car crash - hard to look at, yet I can't look away.
It's like Christina Aguilera (in her Dirrty days...) crossed with some Matrix, crossed with a touch of Marilyn Manson.
Not the best way to adapt the new techno look in your 'hood.
Just keep looking for those metallic tights at the moment... Maybe a studded clutch too.
Image from http://www.robotskirts.com/images/wp/siggraph2004.jpg
Lego Lady & Robocop
Technology meets fashion at Balenciaga this season...
Check out these awesome awesome shoes!!!
And from the back...
It's techno-robot-chic meets Lego.
Perfect for this Generation Y childhood Lego freak!
According to September Harper's Bazaar, they cost a tidy $5300... But they're soooooo cooooool!
I love these shoes but couldn't buy them because:
a) They cost twice the value of my car.
b) I'd honestly have no wear worthy of wearing them.
***
This new fashion direction appears to be in conflict with the current ideology of our society.
It's environmental hour - the oceans are rising and the dams are drying.
We're encouraged to put a bucket in the shower and bike-it to work but then here we are in Robocop tights and Lego shoes.
I'm not complaining: after 6 months of grey smocks, this fun fashion is rocking my socks.
I'd just like to find out the influence behind these techno fashions...
Has anything really ground-breaking occurred recently in TechnoLand to trigger all manner of C3PO accessories?
Don't worry, I'm on the case!
In the mean time though, find thee some metallic tights for this weekend's adventures!
Images from http://teamsugar.com/group/331892/polls/443454
Check out these awesome awesome shoes!!!
And from the back...
It's techno-robot-chic meets Lego.
Perfect for this Generation Y childhood Lego freak!
According to September Harper's Bazaar, they cost a tidy $5300... But they're soooooo cooooool!
I love these shoes but couldn't buy them because:
a) They cost twice the value of my car.
b) I'd honestly have no wear worthy of wearing them.
***
This new fashion direction appears to be in conflict with the current ideology of our society.
It's environmental hour - the oceans are rising and the dams are drying.
We're encouraged to put a bucket in the shower and bike-it to work but then here we are in Robocop tights and Lego shoes.
I'm not complaining: after 6 months of grey smocks, this fun fashion is rocking my socks.
I'd just like to find out the influence behind these techno fashions...
Has anything really ground-breaking occurred recently in TechnoLand to trigger all manner of C3PO accessories?
Don't worry, I'm on the case!
In the mean time though, find thee some metallic tights for this weekend's adventures!
Images from http://teamsugar.com/group/331892/polls/443454
Monday, August 6, 2007
Ugg Off!
Ugg boots.
In the infamous words of the infamous red-head: "Please Explain?"
As a fashion savvy friend commented on Suburban Fashionista:
"Ugg boots are sleepwear not footwear! It drives me crazy... I wonder if they wear them around home like slippers even after they've worn them out and about?"
And I agree. I have ugg boots but the only time they leave my house is if they're going to visit someone else's house... Not the supermarket, cafe or worse, nightclub.
I think the rise of celebrity-stalking paparazzi-photos has contributed to the terrifying acceptance of ugg boots as out boots.
When Pammy pops out with the kids (and her two children), to get the groceries, there's a photographer ready to snap her in her daggiest.
Trashbag Weekly is always ready for a photo like that.
Reality TV can also shoulder some of the blame.
Poor, sponge-brained, 15-year-old girls unfortunately take their fashion cues from Big Brother celetoids and blonde-haired gaol-birds.
The old ugg boots, mini-skirt and midriff combination should be illegal.
The comfort factor is the main drawcard for the Ugg-faithful.
A musician friend insists on wearing moccasins clubbing.
He has not yet been refused entry for his questionable footwear but is prepared to risk that chance - the comfort is just too good.
How to up your style cred instantly?
Put your slippers under house arrest.
In the infamous words of the infamous red-head: "Please Explain?"
As a fashion savvy friend commented on Suburban Fashionista:
"Ugg boots are sleepwear not footwear! It drives me crazy... I wonder if they wear them around home like slippers even after they've worn them out and about?"
And I agree. I have ugg boots but the only time they leave my house is if they're going to visit someone else's house... Not the supermarket, cafe or worse, nightclub.
I think the rise of celebrity-stalking paparazzi-photos has contributed to the terrifying acceptance of ugg boots as out boots.
When Pammy pops out with the kids (and her two children), to get the groceries, there's a photographer ready to snap her in her daggiest.
Trashbag Weekly is always ready for a photo like that.
Reality TV can also shoulder some of the blame.
Poor, sponge-brained, 15-year-old girls unfortunately take their fashion cues from Big Brother celetoids and blonde-haired gaol-birds.
The old ugg boots, mini-skirt and midriff combination should be illegal.
The comfort factor is the main drawcard for the Ugg-faithful.
A musician friend insists on wearing moccasins clubbing.
He has not yet been refused entry for his questionable footwear but is prepared to risk that chance - the comfort is just too good.
How to up your style cred instantly?
Put your slippers under house arrest.
No Excuse
I have no idea why, in our technological age, people still commit horrific fashion sins.
I have no idea why people persist in wearing hideous things.
I'm not just talking about those that wear flannos and trackie-daks either.
There are too many women who for some unknown reason, wear outfits that make you think, "don't you own a mirror?"
Let's face it, the majority of the population have internet access.
Maybe these serial offenders are not aware of sites like http://gofugyourself.typepad.com/...
Bogans are unfashionable because they simply don't care, and that's okay.
My issue lies with those that seem to go to effort, but for some reason, get it all wrong.
It's heart-breaking when you see an item being worn incorrectly.
Like an awesome necklace with a white mini-skirt, ugg boots and midriff-baring singlet...
Like super hot shoes with a hideous minidress that you can tell was part of a 2 for $10 deal...
Like great jeans, two sizes too small.
I've always held the belief that education can fix anything.
Through Suburban Fashionista and the other information this blog will link to, hopefully we can change the world, one fashion-felon at a time.
I have no idea why people persist in wearing hideous things.
I'm not just talking about those that wear flannos and trackie-daks either.
There are too many women who for some unknown reason, wear outfits that make you think, "don't you own a mirror?"
Let's face it, the majority of the population have internet access.
Maybe these serial offenders are not aware of sites like http://gofugyourself.typepad.com/...
Bogans are unfashionable because they simply don't care, and that's okay.
My issue lies with those that seem to go to effort, but for some reason, get it all wrong.
It's heart-breaking when you see an item being worn incorrectly.
Like an awesome necklace with a white mini-skirt, ugg boots and midriff-baring singlet...
Like super hot shoes with a hideous minidress that you can tell was part of a 2 for $10 deal...
Like great jeans, two sizes too small.
I've always held the belief that education can fix anything.
Through Suburban Fashionista and the other information this blog will link to, hopefully we can change the world, one fashion-felon at a time.
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