Style Bubble recently posted about an online gallery, Out of print! featuring David James.  I had no idea who he was, but discovered that I’m familiar with his work on Prada ad campaigns.  Remember Amber Valleta doing a watery Ophelia in ’97?  That was David James.  But my favorite is this 60′s inspired campaign.  His other work includes CD covers, Prada invites, and AnOther editorials.  It’s an impressive collection of art and definitely worth seeing.

credits: rick owens lilies moto jacket, nicholas k tucker sweats, MMM tabi boots, army surplus find

I’m back indoors because I didn’t think I could be spooky in front of an audience.  The belt is an army surplus find that probably isn’t a belt.  Moustache Man and I browsed through one in our neighborhood (apparently it’s been in movies) because I wanted some camo underpants and I came across a stack of these leather contraptions.  I tried it on and voila, a badass belt.  In hindsight, we should have asked the owner what it was, but hindsight is 20/20.  I almost prefer that we don’t know because it adds a mystique and things are better when they’re mystical.

credits: rick owens lilies moto jacket, nicholas k tucker sweats, MMM tabi boots, army surplus find

This outfit came together one night and made me think of a football uniform.  I think the prominent shoulders and racing stripes create the athletic effect.  I wanted the look to be obvious rather than nuanced, so I added eye black.  I was really excited about my uniform, but quite nervous about getting caught taking photos.  Fortunately Moustache Man and I pulled it off, narrowly escaping an encounter with one of our neighbors.  I can’t imagine what he would have thought!

credits: Rose Chase Me bolero, Rick Owens Moto jacket, Pencey pants, Rachel Comey Penpal boots

When I yawn, I let it all out.  Why hold back when it can be known to everyone how thoroughly bored you are?  But I tricked you.  I’m not bored in this picture, I’m nervous.  It’s a condition called agoraphobia and both Moustache Man and I are coping with it.  Weird thing about this dress.  It’s a vintage find from Popkiller, but I saw a girl wearing the same dress on a phone commercial.  Even more weird, she looked like me.  I don’t mean because we’re both Asian, but because we really looked alike.  Hmmm, I wonder how much commercials      pay . . . I bet I could buy some fancy cupcakes with that cash.

credits: vintage dress, Rick Owens moto jacket, Vivienne Westwood Wizard jacket, Wolford barolo tights, Asos legwarmers, Rachel Comey Penpal boots

It was my last sewing class Saturday and I’m going to miss it.  But at least I have some souvenirs.  This is project #3, a leather skirt.  It has ribbed knit side panels (an unworthy nod to Rick Owens), an exposed zipper, and (accidental) irregular hem, hence the slip showeth underneath.  There were definitely some frustrating and frantic moments with my seam ripper, but I am really excited with the result.  My zipper skills and darts (the obstinate puckering!) could use some work.  But now armed with a pattern and basic construction knowledge, I can try my hand at getting better.  Meanwhile, I have a new found love . . . leathah.  Remember Stella from Project Runway?

credits: diy leather skirt, Hugo Boss shirt, Rose Chase Me vest, Spanx tights, Cocobelle sandals