tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8679814620869701242024-02-22T01:01:34.292-08:00DCOMANOBEINAhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03008030104408822035noreply@blogger.comBlogger103125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-867981462086970124.post-86063714516027293002013-09-03T09:47:00.001-07:002013-09-03T09:47:51.473-07:00Babylon Cartel x AnmlHse<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Where can I begin with these fine young men. I first discovered both <a href="http://babyloncartel.com/blog/" target="_blank"><span style="color: #999999;">Babylon Cartel</span></a> & <a href="http://anmlhse.com/" target="_blank"><span style="color: #999999;">AnmlHse </span></a>a couple of weeks ago when I hit up the Trillectro music festival in Washington, DC. The fact that they both had a really good amount of merchandise is what drew them to me from the get go. I'm so tired of seeing the same old "designers" release the same old "dope t-shirt lines". Can we all agree that this trend needs to die? To me, the point of creating your own line is to encourage innovation, especially in a fashion world that is slowly becoming more and more uniform. </div>
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Babylon Cartel was born in Philadelphia, PA but has since relocated to LA. Don't go thinking their name is one they just grabbed out of the sky because it sounds cool. It's meaning is actually pretty amazing. They describe how they came up with it perfectly on their website. </div>
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<span style="color: black; font-family: Times; font-size: 16px;">"<b> </b></span>Babylon, from the Hebrew “Babel” is interpreted to mean confusion, and by definition, a cartel is a formal agreement among competitors. The meaning behind “Babylon Cartel” is the joining of the often conflicting and confusing elements of mind, body and soul to work together to originate the most inventive forms."</div>
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Genius, and you see it in their merchandise as well. Every single piece in their collection has its own little back story, which makes the experience of wearing their clothing all the more enjoyable. It is literally is the definition of artwork you can wear. My current favorite is their Adidas Originals collaboration <a href="http://babyloncartel.com/blog/shop/adidas-x-babylon-cartel-trap-paradise-shirt/" target="_blank"><span style="color: #999999;">Trap Paradise Shirt</span></a> (<i>above</i>). The imagery is stunning...most likely my next BC purchase as soon as they restock!</div>
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Lets talk about AnmlHse. These guys are a crew that found each other while at Art School also in Philadelphia. I find that their line not only incorporates art themes, but it's reflective of pop culture as well. The <a href="http://anmlhse.com/shop/warhol-anml-soup-tee/"><span style="color: #999999;">Warhol "Anml Soup" tee</span></a> and the <a href="http://anmlhse.com/shop/youth-in-revolt-snapback-89/" target="_blank"><span style="color: #999999;">Youth in Revolt '89 snapback</span></a> are my favorites. Of course they're both sold out, people know quality. I really shouldn't be complaining though, I still managed to buy a couple of their pieces when I met with them and BC at Trillectro. You all may remember the B&W varsity scrimmage pro-mesh jersey from my<a href="http://www.dryycleanonly.com/2013/08/afro-punk-2013.html" target="_blank"><span style="color: #999999;"> last post </span></a>which was from AnmlHse. I also had to buy the<span style="color: #999999;"> <a href="http://anmlhse.com/shop/boobs-tank-black/" target="_blank">Boobs tank</a> </span>in black as well that day. Honestly, how could I resist?</div>
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I promise you won't be disappointed if you check out both of these amazing up-and-coming design brands. There's a little something for everyone. Look out for more in-depth video coverage of both BC & AnmlHse in the coming future. These are a group of designers I definitely want to keep my eyes on.</div>
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I had a blast at this year's <i>Afro Punk festival</i> at Brooklyn's Commodore Barry Park. It was my first Afro Punk ever so I was extremely excited! There was so much culture it was intoxicating. Everywhere I turned there was a beautiful shot to be taken. I could have picked a million but I chose only a few of my favorites to share with you all. I wore a b&w varsity scrimmage jersey, one of the many amazing pieces from up-an-coming lifestyle collective group <a href="http://anmlhse.com/shop/varsity-scrimmage-pro-mesh-jersey-black/" target="_blank"><span style="color: #999999;">AnmlHse</span></a>. Look out for my feature on AnmlHse and their partner brand <a href="http://babyloncartel.com/blog/" target="_blank"><span style="color: #999999;">Babylon Cartel</span></a> later on this week.</div>
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I admit that I'm being really cliche with this look but hey, whatever, sue me I love it. Personally, I would never wear this sort of sporty outfit without heels for fear of looking too boyish. Is there a term for such a phobia yet? Malemphia. There I created one.
Now trust me I'm fully aware that the price tag on this fit is not in anyway affordable for the average girl, i.e. me, but I make these design sets as a way to dream. Use them more as a template for a look that you can create using similar design (unless you really can afford this items, in which case be my guest!)
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I have some exciting new projects that I'm going to be slowly releasing thorughout the coming weeks so keep your eyes peeled!</div>
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but what started off as a day of major disappointment turned into the day I
stumbled upon vintage heaven, otherwise known as Guvnor's Vintage Apparel.
After spending an hour in Beacon's Closet with absolutely no success and crappy
pictures to prove it, I left feeling extremely defeated, which is I guess when
the thrift God's decided it was time for me to experience the greatness that is
Guvnor's Vintage Apparel. Being that I live in Park Slope I'm still trying to
figure out how I've never heard of this place. It seems to have materialized
over night. Walking in to Guvnors felt like walking to your Great Aunt's attic.
Stock full with treasures collected over a lifetime of collecting. </span><br />
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walked into the store. I knew it had to be a sign. Immediately after I begged
the sales girl to take it off the display, I turned to find a magnificent pair
of high-waisted denim shorts. They're collection of high-waisted shorts in
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is, the prices are definitely not on Salvation Army level. Guvnor's is the type
of place that I'll come to for my vintage spurges. If you're looking for funky
one-of-a-kind's, translucent stripper heels, leather motorcycle jackets, lacy
bustiers or just some inspiration, Guvnor's is your one stop shop. Aside from
all that, anyplace with a leaning tower of vintage chucks is OK in my book.</span></div>
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Cerulean, Cobalt, whatever you want to call it, this color will always have a special place in my heart. It's one of those colors that looks good on everyone, which is one reason I love wearing it. Try to ignore the fact that my pants are slightly wrinkled. I took these after a day of riding the 2 train and running samples to every corner of the city. Literally. I wore vintage trousers, an <a href="http://api.shopstyle.com/action/apiVisitRetailer?url=http%3A%2F%2Fus.asos.com%2FASOS-00-s-Crop-Top-with-Off-the-Shoulder-Detail%2Fzog2g%2F%3Fiid%3D2779802%26mporgp%3DL0Fzb3MvQXNvcy05MFMtQ3JvcC1Ub3AtV2l0aC1PZmYtVGhlLVNob3VsZGVyLURldGFpbC9Qcm9kLw..&pid=uid9121-13154511-9&utm_medium=widget&utm_source=Product+Link" target="_blank"><span style="color: #999999;">Asos crop top</span></a>, Nasty Gal pumps (<a href="http://www.nastygal.com/shoes%2Dpumps/faye%2Dplatform%2Dpump%2Dcolorblock" target="_blank"><span style="color: #999999;">similar here</span></a>) and a Cole Haan clutch. </div>
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...I'm sure we all have them right about now. Just a quick shot of my favorite heels of the moment. I hope you all can forgive me for being a ghost. I've been treating DCO like an abandoned child and trust me it hurts. My life has taken an unexpected turn and I'm feeling a little lost. The woes of being a 20-something living on your own in New York. I'm usually never open like this on here but I thought maybe people would relate? I know that nothing worth having comes easy. Going through tough situations and coming out of them without giving up molds you into a stronger person and gives you a foundation so that down the line, when faced with even harder situations, you're better equipped to deal.<br />
Ok I'm done rambling.<br />
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cheers</div>
MANOBEINAhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03008030104408822035noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-867981462086970124.post-67175294866284825672013-07-06T10:32:00.001-07:002013-07-06T10:32:51.980-07:00Circa : 1969<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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One of the many vintage items you can find scattered around my bedroom. One of my all time favorite Vogue covers, August 1969.</div>
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MANOBEINAhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03008030104408822035noreply@blogger.com19tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-867981462086970124.post-71165020379440507662013-07-02T10:08:00.000-07:002013-07-02T10:08:12.502-07:00Erin<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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I'm alive bambini! I have a good reason for my absence, and her name is Erin (always a woman's fault isn't it?) I was lucky enough to be chosen as the front of house showroom intern for the <span style="color: #999999;"><a href="http://www.erinfetherston.com/" target="_blank"><span style="color: #999999;">Erin Fetherston</span></a> </span>design group recently. Having an internship and a part-time job doesn't leave me much time for blogging but trust me, I'm gonna make it work even if it turns me into a zombie (a couture zombie could be cute right?). Last week we had our sample sale and it was my first time working one so I didn't really know what to expect. Talk about a mad house -- Ladies of all shapes and sizes came in there with a mission: to find amazing designer dresses before anyone else could grab them. This wasn't really hard considering pretty much every <a href="http://www.erinfetherston.com/" target="_blank"><span style="color: #999999;">Erin Fetherston</span></a> dress is uniquely stunning (promise I'm not just saying that because I work here!) I almost cried when they told me I could take home a dress of my own for all my work during the sale. I knew exactly which one I wanted: The Sabrina Dress. </div>
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This dress reminds me so much of Marilyn Monroe - one of my inspirations - which is why I think I love it so much. It manages to be romantic and delicate even though it's a darker colored dress. The one I took is actually the prototype. In the final version the gold lacing is much more pronounced but I prefer muted gold. I can't wait to share more of my adventures throughout my time here with you all. I'm so grateful I'm working with such amazing people who truly want to see me advance in my career path. What could be better than that? Love you Erin!<br />
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I'm finally getting around to posting these long overdue pictures from my trip to Atlanta for the wedding at the end of last month. My family and I stayed in the GORGEOUS Chateau Elan & Wine Vineyard where the wedding was being held. During the days leading up the the main event my sib's and I frolicked around the grounds, sampling not only their amazing spa but the seven restaurant's that were scattered in the Chateau, all while simultaneously celebrating my birthday. 24 feels like 23 to me! For some reason I always expect there to be some huge shift in my aura when my birthday rolls around. Perhaps others can see it and I can't? Regardless, as much as I love GA I will never get used to the sweltering heat. I would have jumped into that fountain behind me if it wasn't for my brother holding me back. Wearing a black velvet top probably wasn't the best idea...</div>
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For the big 2-4 I wore my favorite vintage Dolce & Gabbana wedges, <a href="http://api.shopstyle.com/action/apiVisitRetailer?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.boohoo.com%2Fusa%2Fclothing%2Fskirts%2Ficat%2Fskirts%2Fnew-in%2Fkatty-scuba-box-pleat-skater-skirt%2Finvt%2Fazz47865&pid=uid9121-13154511-9&utm_medium=widget&utm_source=Product+Link" target="_blank"><span style="color: #999999;">BooHoo skater scuba skirt</span></a>, thrifted top and earrings, shades from the Brooklyn Flea and a <a href="http://api.shopstyle.com/action/apiVisitRetailer?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww1.bloomingdales.com%2Fshop%2Fproduct%2Fburberry-medium-hobo%3FID%3D562106%26PseudoCat%3Dseo-lm_results&pid=uid9121-13154511-9&utm_medium=widget&utm_source=Product+Link" target="_blank"><span style="color: #999999;">Burberry Hobo bag</span></a>. </div>
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MANOBEINAhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03008030104408822035noreply@blogger.com67tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-867981462086970124.post-42290718248789488502013-06-14T14:06:00.000-07:002013-06-14T14:06:33.359-07:00Precious Metals<div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">
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I enjoy those rare moments when silver and gold look magnificent together. I want to definitely try my hand at more metallic pieces this summer. Silver especially. I've had my eye on the silver <a href="http://api.shopstyle.com/action/apiVisitRetailer?url=http%3A%2F%2Fus.asos.com%2FASOS-PIVOTAL-Wedges%2Fzh31e%2F%3Fiid%3D2610898%26cid%3D10266%26Rf-200%3D12%26sh%3D0%26pge%3D0%26pgesize%3D36%26sort%3D-1%26clr%3DSilver%26mporgp%3DL0FTT1MvQVNPUy1QSVZPVEFMLVdlZGdlcy9Qcm9kLw..&pid=uid9121-13154511-9&utm_medium=widget&utm_source=Product+Link" target="_blank"><span style="color: #999999;">Pivotal wedge</span></a> from Asos for a while now. Its crazy how humans can make predictions about the future that actually come true. I remember watching Zenon: Girl of the 21st Century when I was in elementary school and marveling at their 'futuristic' get ups. Everything was spandex, and shiny with bold bright and metallic colors. How did Disney know!?! The only thing they were really missing were the cut-outs and transparent pieces. Could anyone have predicted wearing less clothing would become the norm?...Sorry, dumb question.</div>
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Having a couple summer uniforms is very important to me. You guys already know I like to keep things simple. During the humid months that are quickly approaching, simplicity will be my best friend. How do you do this without being basic you may be asking yourself? Never put on anything that doesn't have character in its details. From tiny things like your earrings to your shoes, spice it up. I used to overcompensate a lot with my outfit choices by doing what we call 'too much'. Trying to stand out and look as different as possible, while at the same time trying to be part of the 'hipster' trend so many of my friends were into. I know, I was a hypocrite. Thankfully one day I looked in the mirror and saw a fraud staring back at me. Brought me to my senses with a quickness. Fast-forward to the outfit I put together for you lovely people. Easy staples that can be interchanged a trillion ways. High-waisted shorts, sexy sandals and killer shades (make sure you know the right shape for your face!). You literally can't go wrong.</div>
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Is it bad that I have a wedding in Atlanta to go to in 5 days and still have no clue what I'm wearing? Yes, probably. Don't get me wrong I've definitely been brainstorming ideas of the perfect sheath, but its not as easy as you think! The thing about weddings (especially African weddings) is every woman present is essentially there to show-out. No, it is never okay to try and upstage the bride, but who said anything about trying to upstage each other (all in good fun of course)? We are women after all, it's in our blood. I found this dress during one of my daily web hunts and had to post it for you all. It has the appropriately sexy wedding vibe that I'm striving for and free flowing fabrics meant for long nights of drink and dance. This wedding is taking place in the south so I also have to keep the heat in mind when choosing fabrics. When you're picking out your own wedding wear for the summer months always take the heat level into account, unless of course you want to be a pit/under boob stain victim. I don't think there's anything more horrifying. Chances are I'm going to be wearing a dress darker than this. That or red. </div>
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If you know me you know winged eye liner is my thang. On this day I kept it really simple, but my hands have gotten pretty good at liquid liner so I tend to get creative with it especially when I go out at night. I know there are already 1,000 how-to videos and things showing you how to create the perfect cat eye, but I was thinking of putting up my own cat eye how-to on DCO for you lovely people. Thoughts?<br />
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I'm so excited to share these beautiful pictures with you all. Maria Teresa is the artist, a Portuguese designer living in Istanbul. I commented on her beautiful <a href="http://teresaabreulima.blogspot.com/2013/04/girl-with-curves.html" target="_blank"><span style="color: #999999;">Girls with Curves Illustration</span></a> and she checked out my pictures and thought it would be a good idea to<span style="color: #999999;"> <a href="http://teresaabreulima.blogspot.com/2013/05/manobeina.html" target="_blank"><span style="color: #999999;">illustrate me</span></a> </span>as well for practice. Glad I could help Maria :)<br />
I love her sketching style and the way she blends colors. Soft and light with all the intensity held in the facial expressions. </div>
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She's a phenomenal artist. Click <span style="color: #999999;"><a href="http://teresaabreulima.blogspot.com/" target="_blank"><span style="color: #999999;">here</span></a> </span>where you can see more of her amazing blogger and food recipe illustrations. </div>
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MANOBEINAhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03008030104408822035noreply@blogger.com17tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-867981462086970124.post-8847510353786929682013-05-07T08:52:00.001-07:002013-05-07T08:52:53.938-07:00Stormy Weather <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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I have a love/hate relationship with these pants: I love everything about them - I hate that I can never seem to find the perfect top to compliment them. Nothing ever looks quite right. In my head I imagine them with a perfectly draped silk over-sized frock. I have yet to find this item, so for now a plain black tee will have to suffice. I'm wearing Urban Outfitters pants (<a href="http://api.shopstyle.com/action/apiVisitRetailer?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.urbanoutfitters.com%2Furban%2Fcatalog%2Fproductdetail.jsp%3Fid%3D27599265%26parentid%3DW_APP_LEGGINGS&pid=uid9121-13154511-9&utm_medium=widget&utm_source=Product+Link" target="_blank"><span style="color: #999999;">similar here</span></a>), and Nasty Gal <a href="http://www.nastygal.com/shoes%5Fsandals/tryst%2Dpump" target="_blank"><span style="color: #999999;">Tryst Pumps</span></a>. </div>
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Hope you all aren't tired of the flowers yet. The petals started shedding from the trees this weekend...</div>
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MANOBEINAhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03008030104408822035noreply@blogger.com37tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-867981462086970124.post-15672876829273313372013-05-03T13:23:00.001-07:002013-05-03T13:24:30.549-07:00As the Eye can See<div style="margin: 0 auto; width: 800px;">
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I've been telling myself that I'm going to get into this whole transparent trend, I'm really feeling it. Right now it's all about what to invest in first. I already have a couple of white and black sheer items in my clothing collection, but my shoes definitely need to be spiced up. I'm finally satisfied with my culmination of classic pairs, now its time to get a <strike>little</strike> lot more creative. Direct your attention above for a moment to scope out the transparent babies high on my list. Now, obviously, I can't afford items such as the Valentino transparent clutch quite yet, but being exposed to high-end wear is important to me because it gives me a better understanding of quality: The #1 requirement my closet must have. When you know what good quality looks and feels like, it makes it really hard to buy apparel that is less-than. But don't start thinking that expensiveness equates to quality. Anyone who has ever shopped at a thrift store knows that's not true. </div>
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PS: I got my first mosquito bite yesterday! Kinda bitter sweet. It lets me know that 70+ degree weather is quickly approaching...but I could do without the huge red welt...thanks.</div>
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My apologies for being MIA for the past week! I took an impromptu trip to Washington, DC this weekend to go to the Broccoli City Festival dubbed by <span style="color: #999999;"><a href="http://www.complex.com/city-guide/2013/04/broccoli-citys-earth-day-celebration-draws-eclectic-crowd-on-the-way-to-success" target="_blank"><span style="color: #999999;">Complex</span></a> </span>as the 'biggest urban Earth Day celebration ever'. The Los Angeles based organic lifestyle brand <span style="color: #999999;"><a href="http://www.broccolicity.com/" target="_blank"><span style="color: #999999;">Broccoli City</span></a> </span>itself is all about promoting healthy lifestyles and sustainability to communities who may not otherwise have access to such information. The headliner was Big Krit, one of my favorite artists, so I couldn't miss it. I really didn't get many outfit pictures unfortunately. It was one of those days where theres so much going on and so many people that you spend most of your time socializing than taking actual pictures. Not that that's a bad thing, I like making memories not just capturing them. The event was held at the Navy yard, with cups filled with broccoli stalks as centerpieces for the tables covering the fairgrounds. Green twist? Between the music, vintage clothing vendors, group yoga lessons, and food carts I'd say it was a solid good time. I wore an <a href="http://api.shopstyle.com/action/apiVisitRetailer?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.asos.com%2FASOS%2FASOS-90s-Crop-Top-with-Long-Sleeve%2FProd%2Fpgeproduct.aspx%3Fiid%3D2413381%26cid%3D15196%26Rf-200%3D4%26sh%3D0%26pge%3D0%26pgesize%3D20%26sort%3D-1%26clr%3DBlack%26MID%3D35719%26affid%3D2135%26WT.tsrc%3DAffiliate%26siteID%3DJ84DHJLQkR4-FCUuMHJtw5_oFAUI8RWQJg&pid=uid9121-13154511-9&utm_medium=widget&utm_source=Product+Link" style="color: #999999;" target="_blank"><span style="color: #999999;">Asos long sleeve crop top</span></a>, body chain, <a href="http://api.shopstyle.com/action/apiVisitRetailer?url=http%3A%2F%2Fstore.americanapparel.net%2Fproduct%2F%3FproductId%3Drsaor300&pid=uid9121-13154511-9&utm_medium=widget&utm_source=Product+Link" target="_blank"><span style="color: #999999;">American Apparel riding pants</span></a>, and <a href="http://api.shopstyle.com/action/apiVisitRetailer?url=http%3A%2F%2Fshop.nordstrom.com%2Fs%2Fdr-martens-1460-boot%2F3362444%3Forigin%3Dcategory%26contextualcategoryid%3D0%26fashionColor%3D%26resultback%3D755&pid=uid9121-13154511-9&utm_medium=widget&utm_source=Product+Link" target="_blank"><span style="color: #999999;">Dr. Martins</span></a>. </div>
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Custom t-shirts and artwork by Julian Starks. I definitely want to do a feature his <a href="http://pillcollection.com/" target="_blank"><span style="color: #999999;">Pill Collection</span></a> project in the near future.</div>
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Beautiful pencil drawing of one of the events host's, Va$hti.<br />
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I'm having one of those days where I feel like being incognito. Torrential rain decided to interrupt our two blissful days of sunshine here in NY last night. I got caught in it walking home from the subway yesterday wearing a chiffon blouse and sandals - needless to say I looked crazy. So today I'm laying low, hanging around my hood and running errands. </div>
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I find a lot of exotic looking plants in my garden. The light plum looks so pretty against the teal metal.</div>
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This past Saturday I was dragged to the Brooklyn Museum with my two french gal pals to check out the featured exhibit<em> <a href="http://www.brooklynmuseum.org/exhibitions/el_anatsui/gli_detail.php" target="_blank"><span style="color: #999999;">Gravity and Grace</span></a></em><a href="http://www.brooklynmuseum.org/exhibitions/el_anatsui/gli_detail.php" target="_blank"><span style="color: #999999;">: <em>Monumental Works by El Anatsui</em></span></a>. Being that I hadn't planned on visiting the museum that day (I try to stay away from the weekend tourist crowds) I wasn't fully prepared for what I walked into. Pure, raw, unfiltered BEAUTY. </div>
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After being immobilized with the sheer grandeur of it all, I began to wonder what exactly the glimmering alien cloth before me was made of. When I moved closer the pieces started to distinguish themselves from one another, and I realized it wasn't cloth at all; colored tin and aluminum banged and twisted into shape, strung together with pieces of copper wire. I couldn't be...could it? Trust me, it was. Mesmerizing mosaics of silver and gold and blue, red and yellow and black. Some of them hung in a manner so ethereal you would have thought they grew straight out of the wall like vines or moss. Shimmering gold and silver tapestries hung here and there, folding naturally to create a sparkling walls of water. It was magnificent. So who is this genius El Anatsui anyway. After doing a little research reading the museum pamphlet, I find out that is actually not a Latin American art school student, but a dashing 68 year old Ghanaian sculptor and professor recognized as one of the leading artists of our time.</div>
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Needless to say, my weekend was full of inspiration, and El Anatsui is officially one of my favorite artists. Apparently he taught at the University of Nigeria, Nsukka and also lives in Nigeria as well. Is it wishful thinking that I may one day be able to meet him face-to-face? My dad teaches in Nigeria as well after all, so its not completely unreachable. I urge anyone who is in the NY area to go and experience this exhibit at the <a href="http://www.brooklynmuseum.org/exhibitions/el_anatsui/gli_detail.php" target="_blank"><span style="color: #999999;">Brooklyn Museum</span></a>. You wont be the least bit disappointed. I'm curious to know what you guys think of the Brooklyn museum compared to the MET: Better or worse? </div>
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Sandal heels have become my best friends. Where do I begin when explaining my love for them. The delicate 'lady-like' vibe they project is what draws me in. I used to be really into chunky platform heels, but I started to hate the way they made me feel like some kind of Goliath causing a noisy ruckus where ever she places her feet. I'm not sure I like people hearing me coming from five blocks away. Thus, my dainty sandal obsession was born. The b&w beauties are the <a href="http://www.nastygal.com/shoes_sandals/tryst-pump" target="_blank"><span style="color: #999999;">Tryst pumps</span></a><span style="color: #999999;"> </span>from Nasty Gal. I'm swooning over the four alternating b&w braids that go around the ankle. The other two beauties are from Zara. Both the black and the light tan pair are going to be my go to sandals this Spring. There is nothing they won't go with. My ankles are pretty skinny, so the LT pair is a bit loose in that area. I still have yet to figure out if they can be tightened. Unfortunately I looked on <a href="http://zara.com/"><span style="color: #999999;">Zara.com</span></a> and they're both sold out, which is crazy considering I got them just last week. Good shoes go fast! But don't you worry; I scoped out an almost identical version of the black leather sandals <a href="http://www.zara.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/product/us/en/zara-nam-S2013/358014/1117178/LEATHER+SANDAL" target="_blank"><span style="color: #999999;">right here</span></a>, and a less then identical version of the light tan sandals <a href="http://www.nastygal.com/shoes_sandals/soiree-platform-taupe-suede" target="_blank"><span style="color: #999999;">here</span></a>. </div>
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Side note: I reached over 10,000 page views! Now I know that may not seem like a lot to you all, but I truly feel that if I don't appreciate all of my accomplishments, even the small ones, I will never truly understand what it means to be successful. I pretty much neglected this blog during the first year I started it, but now I'm finally giving it the attention it deserves. </div>
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I've been very inspired lately, so I decided to do two design sets instead of one this week! The first set focuses on the gorgeous <a href="http://api.shopstyle.com/action/apiVisitRetailer?url=http%3A%2F%2Fus.topshop.com%2Fwebapp%2Fwcs%2Fstores%2Fservlet%2FProductDisplay%3FbeginIndex%3D0%26viewAllFlag%3D%26catalogId%3D33060%26storeId%3D13052%26productId%3D9868901%26langId%3D-1%26categoryId%3D%26parent_category_rn%3D%26searchTerm%3D17X11DMUL%26resultCount%3D1%26geoip%3Dhome&pid=uid9121-13154511-9&utm_medium=widget&utm_source=Product+Link" target="_blank"><span style="color: #999999;">tie-died kimono</span></a> from Top Shop. When dressing pieces that are so colorful (colorful to me at least) I like to keep the colors of whatever else I'm wearing very neutral. I usually go with black of course, but sometimes I'll do camel, white, or olive tones, depending on what I'm wearing. I recently bought the <a href="http://www.zara.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/product/us/en/zara-nam-S2013/358009/1117178/LEATHER+SANDAL" target="_blank"><span style="color: #999999;">Zara leather sandals</span></a> pictured above and I'm in love with them. They've most definitely become the most versatile pair of shoes I own. You'll see these babies along with a couple other of my new Spring shoes in a feature post later on this week.
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This is inspired by not only the obvious high contrast Spring trend, but the 'futuristic' trend as well. At first I thought dressing 'futuristic' was an oxymoron, if not a little corny, but then I started researching what dressing in such a manner actually entailed. Metallic colors, sharp lines, and cut-outs? I think I could actually do this. The <a href="http://api.shopstyle.com/action/apiVisitRetailer?url=http%3A%2F%2Fus.topshop.com%2Fwebapp%2Fwcs%2Fstores%2Fservlet%2FProductDisplay%3FcatalogId%3D33060%26storeId%3D13052%26productId%3D9511110%26langId%3D-1%26categoryId%3D208638%26parent_categoryId%3D208580%26siteID%3DHy3bqNL2jtQ-pOy2HU9japQemTqv2bXO_Q%26cmpid%3Daff_ls_tsus%26_%24ja%3Dtsid%3A21416%7Cprd%3AHy3bqNL2jtQ&pid=uid9121-13154511-9&utm_medium=widget&utm_source=Product+Link" target="_blank"><span style="color: #999999;">b&w Topshop sweater</span></a> and <a href="http://api.shopstyle.com/action/apiVisitRetailer?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.oasis-stores.com%2Fpixie-skirt%2Fshop%2Foasis%2Ffcp-product%2F8340005701%3Fcm_mmc%3DLinkshare-_-Affiliate-_-UKNetwork-_-Hy3bqNL2jtQ%26utm_source%3DAffiliate%26utm_medium%3DLinkShare%26utm_campaign%3DUKNetwork%26utm_content%3D10%26utm_term%3DHy3bqNL2jtQ%26siteID%3DHy3bqNL2jtQ-FrNwIHUMRF_Ff1mRh4oYgA%3Flng%3D%26ctry%3Dnull&pid=uid9121-13154511-9&utm_medium=widget&utm_source=Product+Link" target="_blank"><span style="color: #999999;">Oasis faux leather skirt</span></a> are my simple centerpieces. When your clothing is simple, you can be super creative with your shoes and accessories. I think the retro <a href="http://api.shopstyle.com/action/apiVisitRetailer?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.boohoo.com%2Fusa%2Faccessories%2Fnew-in-accessories%2Ficat%2Fnewinaccessories%2Fsunglasses%2Fsamia-quirky-frame-glasses%2Finvt%2Fazz51517%3Futm_source%3DAWIN%26utm_medium%3DAFF%26cm_mmc%3DAffiliates-_-Affiliate_Window-_-92295-_-0%26awc%3D2319_1364852620_ab8b6c443835c87aebcc796e3fb5d06d&pid=uid9121-13154511-9&utm_medium=widget&utm_source=Product+Link" target="_blank"><span style="color: #999999;">1/2 black, 1/2 white glasses</span></a> look like so much fun! They may look better off than on, but who knows? I think they're worth a try. </div>
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When I see snakes I automatically think <em>seductive</em>. I think it has something to do with the way they move, hence the reason I also added the<span style="color: #cccccc;"><a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/114574111/fake-gauge-horn-tribal-earrings-snake" target="_blank"> <span style="color: #999999;">fake gauge striking snake earrings</span></a></span> to this outfit. They add a sense of danger. Yum.</div>
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