Apr 28, 2010

Freak Flag




The black and hippy protests going on during this period overlapped (time-wise), but most hippies were still intent on peaceful protest. On October 21 and 22, 1967, 35,000 anti-war protesters stormed the Pentagon. They were greeted with tear gas. Eventually all the demonstrators sat down in front of the Pentagon and the assembled troops (MPs). The standoff continued while the protesters held teach-ins, sang songs, chanted and listened to speeches. Many demonstrators went up to the MPs and talked to them about peace and love. A famous photo shows a young man placing a flower in the rifle muzzle of a guardsman. As day became night, some of the troops were won over. The protest was so peaceful at this point, no one felt threatened. People started fires to keep warm, and a community was forming.

Around midnight, paratroopers relieved the MPs and they started to clear out the demonstrators with force. 647 protesters were arrested, often after being severely beaten by the paratroopers and U.S. Marshals. In response, later that same week, draft deferments were eliminated for those who violated draft laws or interfered with recruitment, two common tactics of the protesters.

So this is most likely going to be my next (or one of the next) tattoo's I get. It will just be the gun, and a hand placing a flower in it. Beautiful :) Power of nature, peace and love against the man :)
Let your freak flag fly

Get High With A Little Help From My Friends




Black platform peep-toe heels (Spring), long jean shorts ($20 Joe), white dolman sleeve vintage top ($6 V V), men's watch and rooster necklace.
Also note my lovely tanned legs ... yes that is all real. Real L'Oreal Sublime Glow moisturizer/daily tanner ... fuck yes :)

Do you need anybody.
I just need some one to love.
Could it be anybody.
I want somebody to love.

What do you see when you turn out the lights.
I can't tell you but I'm certain that it's mine.

Beauty

Pornographic Priestess




I am the walrus :)
Anyways ... Black platform peep-toe heels (Spring), black cotton high-waisted skirt ($10 H&M), denim (yes denim) button down ($5 Value Village). leather braided belt (Value), men's Seiko watch (Daddy's .. )

Let me see you smile again, dear Prudence.



Black platform peep-toe heels (Spring), Black and white polka -dot dress ($7 Value), black studded belt (Smart Set), red gator skin clutch (Aldo).
Getting warmer, every day has been around 15-20 degrees this week except yesterday ... when it SNOWED. Not okay.

Cold Water Flats




Black canvas sneakers ($20 Spring), CK jeans, black tank top (Garage), pleather hooded bomber jacket ($35 Winners), and of course the rooster necklace from my Grandma.

Turn on, tune in, drop out.

Apr 27, 2010

Freedom Through Chaos





Total fucking chaos. Because nothing has changed.


Songs Today:
- The Weight, The Band.
- Under my Thumb, The Rolling Stones
- Mother's Little Helper, The Rolling Stones
- Eve of Destruction, Barry MacGuire
- Temptation, Tea Party

Apr 22, 2010

Venus in Furs






Gloomy, cloudy day. Bleh.
White rose ring (Smart Set $1), camel necklace(my Grandma's from Israel), pearl earrings (also my Grandma's).
Black layered tank (I feel like a gothic cupcake, Winners $20). Calvin Klein jeans. Not sure what shoes I'd wear with these .. need to find some nice oxford's though.
Now that 4:20 is over I feel like April has dragged on waaaay too long. One last essay left ... due tomorrow ... should consider writing it at some point.

Jamaican Showers Bring May Flowers...

What I'll be scouring the thrift stores for, for Spring:
- Distressed leather
- Menswear details such as oxford flats, chunky watches and simple plaids
- Lace and embroidery
- Tiny florals
- Gauzy fabrics in rich colours
- Pastel skirts (with layers upon layers of sheer fabrics)
- Blazers with shoulder pads and rolled up sleeves
- Super distressed denim
- Stovepipe jeans / cigarette pants
- Girly vintage details such as roses
- Sailor Jerry vintage tattoos (and stick-on tattoos)
- Striped boat neck shirts
- Pearl earrings
- Slouchy handbags and oversized clutches

But it's Thursday

Been Naked Lately




There are two things in this world that I love, 1. The Olsen Twins and 2. Pictures of nun's doing naughty, naughty things.

Apr 18, 2010

Can't Fight Against The Youth


Peter Bjorn & John





Outfit Uno: Brown jersey skirt that has been turned into a tube top dress (Joe Fresh), braided leather belt (VV), beige cropped cardi (Old Navy), canvas wedges (Old Navy).
Outfit Dos: Le Chateau floral minidress ($5 VV), brown short-sleeved Jacob cardigan ($4 VV), same wedges, same flower ring (Smart Set) and same lovely woven belt.

I've seen better days...



Pink and white vintage blouse (V V), white Garage tank top, faded Gap jeans (V V $7ish), beige canvas wedges (Old Navy)
Accessories: white flower ring (Smart Set), braided leather belt ($3 V V), BadaSS $wagga (pricele$$)

Misterio 2008 Malbec





Today is such a tease, it looks lovely out but is actually terribly cold and windy. Brr..
Navy blue Americal Apparel dress, American Apparel cream skirt, gold vintage roses necklace and canvas wedges (Old Navy).
Accessories: flower ring (Smart Set $1), wooden hoop earrings. Gabby's D&G bag.

Apr 13, 2010

Dubstep love




Viiiiiiiiintage.
Pink and cream vintage blouse ($3.99 Value Village), beige skirt (American Apparel), wooden wedges (Aunties closet), black studded belt (Smart Set), vintage rooster necklace (Gramma's closet).
Dubstep:
Sierra Leone - Mt. Eden
Custard Chucker - Caspa & Rusko
Mr. Chips - Capsa & Rusko
Cockney Violin - Caspa & Rusko

Your China Pattern is Slutty




Studying for exams is killing meeeeeee. It's so boringggg. So I went to Value .. oops
Black Zara sequin dress ($9.99 VV). Shoes which unfortunately are being returned as they are so beautiful, but I can't walk in them :( (Spring)
Anddd that's all :)

Apr 6, 2010

Mega Weird Puppy Dog




So here is jj. casual pour le summer ..
Gold vintage flower necklace (SMart Set), blue and white striped oxford shirt (VV), boyfriend shorts [because denim underwear is so last year] ($20 Joe Fresh), and black cork wedges (Payless.)
Also, notice I am still babysitting my lover Gaby's D&G bag ... I fucking breastfeed this baby I love it so much. <3

Sick of rain and exams, want summer, summer, summer. And TEA PARTIES!

King of Carrot Flowers




So my Ma threw out my only two pairs of shorts in this world .... And in return she bought me capris and shorts :) Anyways so here is what I'm wearing today (if it warms up!!!!)
Ponytail and crystal chandelliere earrings (Antiques Show $10), black tube top (Suzy Shier $10), green capris (Joe Fresh $20) and black canvas peep-toe wedges (that I have spilled various mixed drinks all over and are very sticky ... Payless Shoes).
Also, Easter was this past weekend and it was a blast, involving Mexicans (ily girls), tequila jello shooters, smoked salmon, pulled muscles, biting the bag, broomstick games, bar fights, jaegerbombs, dancing on the bar, free cab rights, and best friends and amazing family.

Top 5 songs of last night:
5. King of Carrot Flowers - Neutral Milk Hotel
4. Skinny Love - Bon Iver (shoutouts to Esther & Josh <3)
3. Innocent - Our Lady Peace
2. Soco Amaretto Lime - Brand New
1. Cocaine Skin - Broken Social Scene