PANACHE

Then It's White

2012-02-01T21:14:00.006+10:00

Recently, I've lived my life these chunky brown boots; laneway, das racist, op shopping, you name it, they have been there yo! Besides getting too comfortable in my shoes, I have started a jewelry design/silversmith course at Fio for the next 8 weeks. So far I've made a little jigsaw piece thing and a ring! It's been exciting and enlightening, learning all the processes and finding out how much patience and work goes into each stage. Maybe I'll have some images of Matt's awesome studio and us working with Maddy on our pieces next time!

On a side note, I like long skirts A WHOLE LOT, however 'Amish' (according to certain mutual friend) they may be...?

Air Lock

2012-01-29T18:06:00.004+10:00

Laneway, despite the wet weather (which wasn't too bad anyway) was a total success! The stages were super close and all undercover nothing got in the way of aural orgasms. So impressed we managed to see everyone we planned. It was a love fest of bitter sweet heartache and romance told by the likes of girls, active control and twin shadow; soothing those lovesick. Being able to see the horrors (again), torro y moi, sbtrkt, total control and yuck redefined the feeling satisfaction.

Anywho, here are a few shots by Adri when we hung out in Hong Kong! Can anyone please recommend the latest chick flicks (good or completely crap) for my next cynical deconstruction movie night :D

Amethyst

2012-01-22T08:44:00.002+10:00

Me by Floretta! Flattered to be a mystical unicorn layyyyday. If you haven't met her already, this is her tumblr. She is as elusive and mysterious as her dance videos!

Barter

2012-01-17T11:30:00.007+10:00

Film roll adventures in Hong Kong! Colourful markets, clashing streets, Christmas and plenty of food. Pretty impressed with how the lighting turned out to a somewhat eerie degree.

Anyhow, Thee Oh Sees the other night was completely satisfying (if you love live music and sick gifs, be sure to check out my good friend, Kris's blog here) as I have been waiting since the floods (show got cancelled) to see them. With Das Racist, Laneway and Black Lips coming up, the holiday season, for me is well underway into the new year!

How are you extending the holiday feeling/what are you excited about season?

Occurance

2012-01-13T12:39:00.007+10:00

Happy Friday the 13th! Horror movie nights, avoiding black cats and ladders? I will just take it as another day to halloween it up; you must know who I am. As of late, I have been busy with a few fun projects under my sleeve, including a shoot for Colony (here's a sneak peek) and putting together a lookbook for Forfex shoes.

Last night I was so glad to have a chance at seeing Dan Deacon live; the electronic maestro is Jesus. It was such a collective and involved experience, dancing so hard until we were drenched I felt liberated and spiritually healed. He also played with John Maus who gave me a new lease on viewing life. Witnessing the way he screamed, clawed at his chest and punched at his own head made any trace of sadness, regret and apathy was warded away. I've had a tough week and this was just what I needed to get myself back on track. DAN DEACON SAVES! Check out the event video by Alps; you might be able to spot me during the interpretive dance.

かわいいです

2012-01-03T19:40:00.005+10:00

Darn cute right!? When a photo boothing mall is discovered who can resist...definitely not Adri, Rez nor I. Apart from the second booth we used which totally failed at life itself, I could spend years discovering the endless possibilities of glitter, sparkles and fake headbands.

Back in town

2011-12-30T20:48:00.003+10:00

Finally got a chance to scan in my instax snaps taken at my Dad's place in Hong Kong. Sunshine, seeing a large stretch of sky and lush greenery (both rarities in a skyscraper jungle), the beach, water buffalos and two gorgeous pups.

Hope you jot down some new years resolutions, unlike myself, I genuinely can't think of anything worthwhile that I can dedicate myself to, perhaps you can lend me some ideas?

Gorge George

2011-12-28T21:55:00.006+10:00

lover cape, vintage box purse, lace up creepers (get them here), daisy earring from the markets

Merry belated Christmas everyone! I trust you are all recovering from a weekend of gluttonous indulgence and basking in the love and company of those you adore.

I spent a weekend out at my dad's place, rooftop barbecue, sunshine, beach and lots of good wine with a spot of drunken just dance 3 on the xbox kinect (totally did not look as good as these people). I also gorged myself to the max during a buffet affair at Island Shangri-La on Christmas eve and spent boxing day hanging out with Adri!

Latest Thrifts

2011-12-20T14:06:00.007+10:00

mohair crochet sweater, grunge purple skirt, glitter rose skirt (so glitzy it drove my photobooth crazy) all trifted, fur collar by initial

Nothing makes me feel more like myself than reveling in people's unwanted treasures. "I appreciate you ugly sparkly skirt, you will no longer feel abandoned and lonely." Yes, I telepathically communicate with potential wardrobe candidates during my op shopping adventures. This week I have been scouring all the op shops I can find in Hong Kong and ended up with 3 huge bags + ran out of money for food. But it was darn worth it! I have posted some on my shop, hope you likey! If there's anything that you are after in particular, let me know and I will hunt around...

Auto Root

2011-12-18T11:32:00.005+10:00

mohair cropped sweater etsy, overalls from me and george in wan chai, pink daisy earrings from mongkok markets

My charger on my laptop stopped working today! While I was getting it fixed, it was so good to get out to the park (and dress up as an 8 year old while I'm at it). We hit up some op shops the other day where we struck gold! Totally cheap and cheerful, we were in heaven surrounded by that familiar smell in your grandma's attic, rummage worthy racks to the point of aching arms. Ended up carting two full bags of goodies home and it was straight into the wash.

How eerie are those models of playgrounds by Chinese manufacturers??

Pug Lyfe

2011-12-15T19:37:00.006+10:00

Getting in the mood for blue denim overalls! From TLC, tupac to teenagers trapped in nightmares, how could I miss out on the fun? I saw a bunch at the ladies' market the other day, might go suss them out. Meanwhile, my black suede H&M ones will do me fine as too much denim might deem me some kind of smurf. I also got an extra embroidered mesh crop; up on the store!

I wandered around SOHO today snapping photos on my kitty cam. I love how trendy wine bars are juxtaposed against rustic Chinese herbal medicine and ingredient stores. I couldn't find some of the vintage/second hand stores that this guide mentions, apart from a few expensive antique stores and one that stocks Chanel amongst other high end labels, in Central. I've realized that rummaging for vintage bargains among charity stores just isn't on the menu here in Hong Kong, where it's seen as 'wearing dead people's clothes,' as my grandma explains. However, I did visit Retrostone which has awesome vintage inspired pieces like studded mountain man shirts and revamped fur and leather jackets (for a substantial price).

Marshmello Yellow

2011-12-14T13:26:00.010+10:00

Rose knit sweater, shaggy coat from beverly island mall causewaybay (HK)

Whoa I don't know what the hell but it's real glitchy...um. Here's to those anons who bitch about gifs being too much for their eyes, enjoy! My favorite thing are mini malls in Hong Kong crammed full of tiny boutiques of affordable quirky/random things. I like getting lost in them, literally, and that they are a major fire hazard if anything was to go wrong. I found the cutest mlp unicorn at this GadgetZoo the other day tucked in this mini mall with a neon TOYMART sign, in Mong Kok. They have sweet headless doll jewelery, skeleton hand hair clips and eyeball scrunchies, so halloween. I like toys, they're such a satisfying buy. Don't you think?

P.S What do you think about the new header hey heeeey? My dear friend, Jackson Hambridge, an amazing artist who's done works for metal bands brought my idea to life (better than I could ever imagine it to be). He's a dedicated and charming fellow so if you need graphic/art work done, do not hesitate to get in touch with him!

Alternapalooza

2011-12-07T00:23:00.007+10:00

vintage daisy dress off etsy, fluffy cardigan by underground, 90's platform ankle boots here

It's as if I was going to Alternapalooza today, tagging along with the fashion club because I'm just not cool enough to hang out with Daria and Jane :( . Apart from the fact that this dress makes my eyes all fuzzy if I look down too quickly, I am in love with daisies! We even found some tacky plastic giant daisy earring the other night a Mong Kok. Anyways, don't you think Jodie would look awesome in this dress or maybe I am converging the image of Dionne Davenport? Nevertheless, the point is that I have been dressing with characters specifically in mind these days which makes things all the more exciting.

These new platform boots are a thrilling addition to the family, light weight, slimming and totally comfortable to walk in. I occasionally reminisce about wearing purple lipstick, having a black bob, seeing 5ive live in concert and my baby pink 6" platforms, these take me back to the good old days. I was able to secure a small order so if anyone is also interested, so visit the shop... :)

Point of no return

2011-12-01T20:25:00.009+10:00

wine angora cape by initial, vintage velvet halter dress (underneath), damir doma thigh high creeper boots, pentacle pendent from etsy, claw bracelet from japan.

Today I feel like some kind of nordic wood elf, aspiring to be a mage or perhaps I have been playing too much Skyrim. Completing quests, exploring caves, slaying dragons with sorcery and enchanted weapons, sure is a life for me!

Anywho, my new Damir Doma creeper boots have been my most satisfying purchase as of late, they are truly the boots of my wildest dreams - form fitting and platformed. I have always been looking for TIGHT thigh highs but have been underwhelmed with ill-fitting options. Hence, it was love at first sight, my heart fell out of my throat! I thought I'd have trouble integrating them into my wardrobe enough to do them justice due to the designer's tailored and minimal aesthetic but I think playing on his dichotomy of looking fragile but acting strong is enough to pull me through...

P.S. As you may have noticed I have added a link within section in my posts, it's really entertaining and totally embarrassing looking back on some baby panache posts. So what's your favorite?

Al's Diner

2011-11-28T00:55:00.005+10:00

zara pink silk shirt, american apparel cord skirt, joyrich leather jacket, pony hair studded creepers, lace socks from city super, pentacle unicorn pendant from etsy

Today I felt like a hybrid pink lady/t bird and I want to go to an all American diner. I didn't know we had one in Brisbane!? Weekend consisted of bar hopping around tsim sha tsui and lan kwai fong then hermitting in the apartment, hungover, playing Skyrim. We're talking 'hoegarden' pints bigger than a child's head, (that tasted like shit), shots and fancy cocktails in the ice bar, (thighs getting stuck to the blocks of ice you sit on if you ain't careful). Any places of recommendation, those of you residing in the Hong Kong area/have visited recently?

Void on entering

2011-11-27T02:15:00.006+10:00

I like sitting in my apartment with the lights out. Neon reflections glistening into my room, an omniscient observer, the streets bustling below, peering into the opposite, above. So on and so forth, very VERY fond of big windows.

Dash Slash

2011-11-24T17:27:00.007+10:00

UNIF disneylamb shirt, initial fur collar, red boots by Deena & Ozzy off urban outfitters

Got to visit a film and television production company this week and met some of the coolest dudes, room full of comics and fingers as fast as lightning as they flutter across their mac books masterfully rearranging frames and sound clips. My biggest problem is being inspired by everything and having too many interests! Now I am really tempted to go back to uni and do graphics and film production along with this and that. I just realized how I'm far from ready to narrow down my life's direction to a single 'career' choice.

Why can't /slash/slashing/ seem realiable and stable to prospective employers and the actual working world?

Little pink plastic bags

2011-11-23T00:02:00.006+10:00

Just some of my highlights being in Hong Kong so far! I come back quite frequently but there is always something new and hidden to be found such as wandering down rustic alley ways and finding the tranquil man made chinese gardens housing a beautiful temple at diamond hill. I also had the chance to indulge in animal shaped dim sims and yum cha on the 101st floor overlooking Hong Kong. Seeing the mona lisa reproduced out of toast and the extravagant Barbie themed Christmas display complete with giant cupcakes made me seriously designing spaces/displays as a career.

On a quest to see the natural side of Hong Kong I was blown away by Lantau Island, the lush green wetlands, wild buffalos and quiet stretch of beach a two minute stroll from my Dad's house. We were lucky enough to have amazing weather in the afternoon perfect for a rooftop barbecue with the dogs. The space here! A three story house with a rooftop terrace and three balconies? You have got to be kidding me; where space is scarce and 600 square metres is standard for a family of four. I might be spending a week there at the end of the trip volunteering at the local vet and working in the vegie garden soaking in the sun and fresh air!

Finally, back in the bustling city, there I am dressing up in Monki and getting my hair cut whilst the hairdresser requested a ladder....

Stuck on the Puzzle

2011-11-20T00:49:00.005+10:00

topshop diamante sheer shirt, jeremy scott bag, peter pan collared jumpsuit and studded pony hair creepers from causeway bay shops

I have a friend who watches cribs because he likes looking into people's fridges. I find it's rather intriguing so here is my semi stocked fridge and cupboard so far for your enjoyment! What's in there? Fresh soy milk, pomegranate juice, eggs, stick of swiss butter, tofu, white miso paste, shushi, fruit, assorted japanese mushrooms, green vegies, musli, nut mix, rose tea, goji berris and dark chocolate. Anywho, I could spend hours grocery shopping because of all the exotic, delicious gourmet and fresh options available! Not to mention, on a mission to get some mascara and being overwhelmed by a wall of choices...I can't tell if that's a good thing or a bad thing just yet. I used to consider myself a decisive person.

On a trip to pick up a few lemons, I came home with new toys; Street, Jalouse, The a-z of visual ideas (book to solve all creative briefs) and say hi to my new friend Mr. Terrarium! A number with a little white crane perched in the middle of fluffy green luscious moss. I love coming home to him.

Your turn, what's a must in your pantry or fridge?

Hearing eyes blink

2011-11-16T02:39:00.009+10:00

backless velvet dress, button back zara turtle neck top, heart seamed tights from street vendor, studded pony hair creepers from random shop in causeway bay

Here I am in my new home for the next 6 week (I'll take you through the apartment in the coming week ;), Japanese TV and a trusty glass of carrot juice first thing in the morning! Picked up this awesome perspex drawer from Muji, don't you think it's perfect for storing (+ the added benefit of displaying) your wares?

Dressing down for business doesn't have to be a bore; a 'new girl' should keep things simple, yes, but that doesn't mean sacrificing the joy in dressing! I have been drifting over to the girlie tea party side of town for this purpose, opting for my favorite backless velvet dress but slipping a demure turtle neck underneath. The 'ViVi' mini mall (I call it that because it stocks all the brands you find in the glorious magazine itself) is quite alluring, thinking of hitting it up soon! Justifying it as appropriate for work when it really is to fall into the shoes of a the 'ViVi' girl.

Any who, day 3 of my internship, reporting from my desk jam packed of previous copy platforms piled high for my perusal. I have been assigned to the design and graphics team and working on some packaging design. My ass hurts, craving sunshine and have you ever gotten so tired but wired you can hear your eyes blink!? It's all worth it, exciting things and epiphanies popping up like daisies for the patient. Meanwhile desk exercises have been saving me major but some too awkward to even think about doing in a new workplace...

P.S Listen you twin sister if you haven't already fallen in love with their EP's, color your life and vampires with dreaming kids, you will be in heaven (hah)!

YOUHATE

2011-11-12T20:08:00.009+10:00

top and chord skirt from monki, cardigan from sogo, fur scarf/collar by initial, skeleton tight from bauhaus, belly button platforms tokyo bopper, perspex clutch asos

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I have arrived in Hong Kong! Been treating myself to a week of devouring delicious vegetarian meals, a small spot of shopping at mong kok (monki and initial are a must) and light exploring. I finally got myself a pair of skeleton tights I've been lusting over since the last time I was back. Now everyday can be Halloween in my tacky 'regal' hotel room.

Also, check out ODYSSEY - future/space/dead/sound, a friend's hip hop, space station side project (he asked me to get mad in Cantonese, track embed below heh). It's what I've been listening to lately, go here to stream or name your price and download!

Daisy Chainsaw

2011-11-05T18:40:00.003+10:00

vintage daisy romper and boots from etsy, asos lace knit socks.

Uni is over and new adventures await! I will be residing in Hong Kong for the next two months completing an advertising internship, trying hard not be to too tempted by city's irresistible offerings, (cringe). I'll try not to be too lonely as well :( will be missing you, at home.

Currently focusing on daisies and sun drenched outings that are sure to come my way! See you on the other side...

Treats and Treats

2011-11-02T19:59:00.005+10:00

yoshi, shawn of the dead, zombies, austin powers, nyan cat, teen wolf, jokers, katy perry, lady gaga, wolverines, murderers, sociopaths and baby doll from suckerpunch unite! These were the few I salvaged from over exposing my cat camera...

Preween

2011-10-31T22:16:00.008+10:00

A preview of the weekend's festivities between lock down and finishing up uni for the semester! I got addicted makeup videos (suggestions for channel/videos much appreciated) again, these are a few I found easy to adapt to your own liking/wearable and not just plain scary (last one is just impressive).

Hope you're all out trick or treating right now...!

P.S Response to Anon's comment regarding said satanism posted in comments. okay. thanks.

Lonely God Potato Twists

2011-10-19T11:51:00.004+10:00

knit top asos, american apparel chord skirt, belly button platforms from tokyo bopper japan

Yahoo got Laneway tickets this morning! Not to mention and extension on an assignment, pleasant surprises, keep them coming this way please. I got these bone tights from the adult shop the other day, getting ready for Halloween outfit #2. Being a weekend long affair, gotta squeeze the dead juices out of it you know.

P.S. I haven't eaten the lonely gods as of yet but here is my example of a cross cultural advertising barrier. EAT POTATO TWISTS BECAUSE THE ALMIGHTY GODS ARE LONELY! Cool, okay...bought. God I love the Asian supermarket!

Nuns with Guns

2011-10-11T16:55:00.006+10:00

lonely hearts lace maxi dress, pamela love snake crystal necklace, unicorn pentacle pendant off etsy, jc lita (black laces), jeremy scott bag, fluffy tail thing

Dedication and a dark backdrop ensues.

Right now I'm earning my right to procrastinate with a massive advertising plan and theory exam. But after this week, my life will begin again! Have you ever felt this way? This constant cycle of perpetual work...whilst people like nuns (or children of the acid era) have made the conscious decision to break away from the hustle and bustle of mainstream society for the spiritual realm.

Fathom

2011-10-09T22:54:00.011+10:00

It's terribly awkward and slightly creepy watching those enthusiasts getting half downed by their tails or trying to rectify underwater hair problems...utterly tragic but all the more entertaining. Heheheeeeeeee. I don't know if mermaids are required to hustle (those in the videos clearly do but I am also just obsessed with this song) but what I know for sure is that summertime is upon us! Rock pools by the beach, flippers and noodles in the pool, acting like mermaids, flipping your long hair out of the water...living it up, strictly back in junior school. Such activities should not be left lurking in the past, with Halloween just around the corner! With inspiration gathered from being called a mermaid, I got the hint and found me some shells (must administer pearlescent paint and about a pound of gems, STAT). Now I just need something like this green pencil sequin skirt/this dress and/or the perfect head piece...

What are your costume ideas this year?

90/twinj/

2011-10-05T20:00:00.004+10:00

Here are 2/6 new vintage gems; crochet beaded dress and one shiny number. Op shopping around Wynnum proved to be a lucrative success! Calamari and chips by the sea, at the end of the day with flocks of seagulls (hovering so low in the strong wind you feel like you can reach up and pluck them out of the sky) on the boardwalk was the best part.

I seem to be picking up crystallizations of the 90's more often these days. I can't help but feel a twinge of nostalgia, I have always wanted to be a young adult during the 90's so I guess I am just making up for lost time. I had too much fun putting this post together including a mix tape full of juicy pop favourites...

What era would you most like to/have lived up and why?

Ximer

2011-10-03T09:12:00.005+10:00

This has been my go to (lazy) outfit recently! Any high neck top crop and high waisted CM's. I went op shopping at Wynnum it was amazing, I even picked up a few bits and pieces for my Halloween costume and spent next to nothing for what I scored.

Parklife was the weekend that just went and I am still recovering! Favourite acts were, hands down, little dragon, dfa, digitalism and simian mobile disco. Too bad my camera didn't work, the film got stuck in my cat cam so I had to make do with instagram and even it was a pathetic effort. This might be creepy but I have always dreamt of a camera surgically implanted in your eye, so when you want to take a photo you just blink!

What's your rain or shine, roll out of bed emsemble?

The Pushmi-pullyu

2011-09-27T18:26:00.008+10:00

Today was a very special day! I walked into Valley Ink yesterday with my drawing in hand and ended up making a booking for this morning (makes a world of difference when the counter girl ain't a bitch and is actually helpful and educated when you are making an inquiry, unlike a certain place in the city I will not explicitly mention publicly, people do have bad days).

I got my tattoo done with Mimi, who is an apprentice; I just felt so good about her doing it. She's the loveliest, friendliest person ever and she put a lot of effort into making it perfect for me. It feels great when you enjoy the artist's company as well. Highly recommended; not the mention everyone at the store was super friendly and popped in once in a while to see how it's going. She also thinks I look like a unicorn trainer which is the biggest compliment I have ever received in my entire existence! I chose the inside of my arm because it's a hidden semi secret place just like the back of my knee. Pain wise it was totally bearable but apparently I have a high pain tolerance threshold. I am so in love with it and it's extra special because it's my own design. :)

Weather Warning

2011-09-25T12:44:00.006+10:00

studded collar shirt from hk, zara leather circle skirt, perspex clutch asos, JC litas, bobby socks from japan, julia deville turtledove bones cross earring .

I've always felt ready for sport in my white laced JC litas and decided to paint the heel black with fabric paint I had lying around. The shape looks way better, not to mention that we have rekindled our fiery romance after a long night out. They truly are one of the comfiest platform heels I've handled and can sure take hours of hard dancing...taking them off the shop as we speak...mwahaha mine!

On another note, the contents of my bag sure were appealing as I set it down to bust some moves. It went missing until someone returned it to the front desk. Apparently it was found in the boy's bathroom; all they took was my custom anime girl eating a man's innards, phone case and a measly fifteen dollars. So my iphone, credit cards and ID were safe, which I was SUPER grateful for. With those things being easily replaceable and the fact that the manager and runners of the venue were really supportive and looked after me for the rest of the night with drinks on the house, it was back to dancing in no time! Who knows, I might have owed them in a past life. Thus, YOU HAVE BEEN WARNED about displaying your possessions via the means of a clear bag.

Anyway check out Helmut Smits, a multidisciplinary visual artist from The Netherlands! His work is like the convergence of simplicity and complexity. There is innocence but always embodies a sophisticated commentary on our modern world.

27 Out

2011-09-21T17:57:00.007+10:00

vintage floral dress, vintage boots from etsy, pony hair bag from hong kong

Woooooooo! SUMMER, or at least, Spring is here in full force. I have been buying up cute little 90's dresses off etsy and am determined to expand my chunky boot collection whilst branching out from my usual lust for solely black shoes.

What are your wardrobe aspirations for the upcoming season change?

Corporeal

2011-09-15T19:02:00.005+10:00

vintage lace body, zara leather dress, mania mania choker, lace bobby socks and creepers from ebay

Breaking Open the Head by Daniel Pinchbeck is blowing my mind to smithereens right this second! If you haven't heard of this book, it played a huge part inspiring Gaspar Noé's Enter the void, of which I am a massive fan. It's an informed exploration of the history and culture of psychedelic drug use (with revealing insights into its alienating nature within the conventions of modern western culture) as well as the documentation of transcendent and terrifying personal experiences of Pinchbeck himself. I'm 20 pages in and I have never been this enthralled, being slammed by such sagacious philosophies I must now BROOD over. .

Camp Kitsch

2011-09-13T09:39:00.006+10:00

I may be behind the times, captivated by the deceptive stagnation of tumblr and video games but I fallen in love with Philip Colbert, in recent online trawls. Genius. Converging personal expression and commercial design (with his collaboration with OVA), ultimately earning his reigns of creative expression, shown through his brainchild, The Rodnik Band. He loves art so much, he likes to rip it off the walls and shove humans into them accompanied by trash electronic pop, intended (free download here, wooo). Look, he is even lying on the runway...doesn't that image capture his essence entirely!? Re-contextualizing the fashion bubble and conceptualizing a unique brand, this is a man who's skin I'd love to wear for a day.

I'm extra excited that some of his pieces are available on NJAL. Marcel Duchamp anyone?

Feather Float

2011-09-06T19:08:00.006+10:00

velvet halter mini dress, topshop cropped ribbed cotton long sleeve (one of the best staples I've gotten for winter), jonathan aston red seamed stockings, vintage backpack, gem glasses, platform creepers

Yeah boiiii! I scored these bad boys off ebay. They're the best despite looking like they're going to fall apart in case of a bit of tug, wind or condensation...

Anyhow, a friend got me hooked on OOIOO (how lovely is the video), an experimental girl group from Japan. Their infinite witchy tribal qualities swell and linger, uninhibited and free. They take me to luscious sun-soaked forest clearings of rituals and relics, undisturbed.

(/ˈjɛloʊ/)

2011-09-06T09:17:00.003+10:00

Evoked by light that stimulates both the L and M (long and medium wavelength) cone cells of the retina about equally, with no significant stimulation of the S (short-wavelength) cone cells.

Please excuse this visually heavy explosion of a post after a week of absence; hope the updates on Facebook have kept things moving!

I used to think that yellow cars should be put down but was always tempted to lick this creamy, (mango pancakes) coloured, lamb skin bag my grandma use to own. I don't own ANYTHING yellow except my house shirt from school but I'm starting to think that I should. What's better than ghosting people's peripheries like a speck of glitter!?

La Planète Sauvage (1973)

2011-08-21T18:44:00.012+10:00

vintage mohair cropped sweater, backpack and wool skirt, tokyo bopper platforms, sun pendant from Dubai.

It might seem silly but it took me a while to track down wine coloured socks! Though I got this amazing skirt off my friend Maria, who is making the move to Japan; utterly jello I'm stuck here for a another two semesters, stagnant, completing the rest of uni, wasting away or something.

Anyway, I saw Fantastic Planet the other night at GOMA (apart of the Surrealism exhibition) and thought it was just lovely. I wish that I could wear what the Draags' dressed the Oms in; little joker outfits with pink bobble crocodile feet. They even showed a short film by Dali at the beginning, I forgot what it was called but it was heart-breakingly beautiful.

Room for Shrooms

2011-08-14T18:33:00.006+10:00

stolen girlfriend's club dress, prada loafer heels, self made choker, silver skull ring from japan

Monochromin', lying on the grass, puppy looking stoic, licking mushrooms...bound to happen in the wonderful worlds of photo booth, right?

So I'd love for you all to post up an adventure of your own on the facebook wall or twitter me as I am compiling images for an artwork I'm working on. Fire up your imaginations/photobooths/microsoft paint/photoshop/whatever the means necessary, can't wait!

Lofticries

2011-08-10T14:19:00.007+10:00

coat from zipia.net, initial mesh crop capelet, topshop bustier, rodarte lace up leather shorts, belly button platforms

Thank you for the friends so far! :) Don't know why I haven't posted about my Rodarte shorts scored off the opening ceremony sale as of now! I had to lace them up again so the tie would be up the top, other than that, I really enjoyed the cute little temp tattoos it came with. My lips go brown in gifs WAH!?

Alright if you haven't drooled over these yet; new wave of OC shoes! I bet you can already guess which ones I got dibs on...

Gawker

2011-08-08T17:19:00.008+10:00

27 names or chanel? Ads YOU know that stink, roses to others. Overwhelmed by imagery of the virtuosphere (neologism intended), meanings have no boundaries. Postmodern fun in contexts free zone?

I spent too long trying to figure twitter out but I'm on there and I even squeezed out a facebook page so I can find out who are/keep up to date and reply to your messages faster (things get lost in my e-mail)! I will be staying with whichever one most of you end up being on!

So please leave your name and twitter page after the beep...

Skying

2011-07-30T21:47:00.005+10:00

richard nicoll for topshop bustier, beyondblackdreams dress, prada knockoff creepers, fleamadonna lather jacket

Huge thanks to Fion of BEYONDBLACKDREAMS for my new super silky, asymmetrical sheer shirt dress! Fion's understated designs are unique and truly wardrobe staples. It will definitely be my go-to top/dress for upcoming prowl fests for internships.

It #1

2011-07-26T17:22:00.002+10:00

Decision time!

White?
BLACK?
In-Between?

Super 8

2011-07-24T23:59:00.012+10:00

I tried hard to not make it look like I need to pee, instead frantic manic. I like photo booth effects despite its short comings but you can picture it sufficiently in your head...right?

But excitement as I was sent a few pairs of House of Holland tights (big fan) from Lingerieplease! Choice chain (pimped out glittery gold) suspender tights and bandana tights, perfect timing as I have minimal shifts at work and about to get back into uni.

Make me happy tell me I look like I'm dancing, not busting and check out new Memory Tapes.

Bop Bop

2011-07-20T16:12:00.004+10:00

You know what's awesome? Re-usable writing surfaces. Blackboards you can't scratch your nails down. Recite a bit of Shakespeare off these bad boys...

Frost That

2011-07-19T11:04:00.006+10:00

CAKE makes me sooo happy (you have no idea), the look of them, making it and eating it, it just takes all my worries away! Could I get any cheesier? The home made ones that hint a bit of a fail, truly tug at my heart strings. There's nothing with more personality! They say a lot...

Soft Skull

2011-07-17T16:47:00.006+10:00

ksubi electric mom maxi dress, jeff campbell lita's

Laced with white, about to play some sport?! From bi colour methods to pentagram lacing, go here if you have too much time on your hands...let me know how you go because I give up too easily.

White or Black?

Meat and Pet

2011-07-13T22:21:00.003+10:00

leather rabbit mask off etsy, mania mania choker.

Most people approach rabbits as if they were stuffed animals: cute, but not capable of much except, maybe, eating carrots and twitching their noses.

Fright Night

2011-07-12T21:38:00.004+10:00

Ladies and gentlemen...rainbow layer cake with lemon and coconut butter icing! Made over 4 HOURS out of pure happiness. We didn't make enough icing, that's why it's pretty ugly looking so we settled for poorly scattered sprinkles and love hearts to make it even uglier.

Use a simple butter cake recipe for each layer of cake you're going to make, mixing in any sort of food colouring you want, teamed with any lemon and coconut icing recipe (sub cream cheese with some egg whites and a tiny bit of milk if you don't want it to be too rich) and you're ready to roll!

Let me know if you give this a go/any cool fun baking adventures you've recently had.

OFFENDID

2011-07-10T11:56:00.015+10:00

jeremy scott knit crop top (rodarte lace-up shorts), cheap monday lace up jeans, creepers from japan, backpack from charity store

During the deadly OC sales, I willingly gave into temptation! But it's always a joy receiving the package; makes you feel like you were really there, everything's wrapped up, in an OC bag and all.

But on another note, some readers were offended by this UNIF shirt I recently posted about. It's not a swastika and I am in no way a facist, neo-nazi or intolerant of other races, ethnicity, cultures, beliefs (if you know me at all). Within its context, it's a parody and I agree it can pack in a bit of punch for some, especially obscured by a jacket.

Led me to think about the adoption of symbols by entities and the resulting meaning or stigma associated:

Take the swastika; it dates back to ancient India as well as ancient Greece and Rome. Before the persecution of millions under this emblem, it was used to bring good luck or ward off evil. Despite reprenting violence, evil and death to Western cultures, the swastika is still widely used in Eastern religions such as Hindusim (symbolizing the path in heaven of the sun god) and Buddhism (meaning eternity).

Let's not forget the pop pop peace sign, or rather, Nero's cross or the Teutonic rune of death. Nero (5th roman emperor), who despised Christians, crucified the Apostle Peter on a cross head downward. Nero believed that there would be world peace without Christianity and thousands of Christians were martyred under the rule of Nero. Hence, considered an anti-christian sign and later associated with satanism, it was also claimed to have communist and Nazi connotations. In Rudolf Koch's Book of Signs it explains the downward pointed fork represents the death of man and placed in the circle the symbol means the total death of all people. Apparently, the hand signal began as a symbol of Satanic benediction during rituals, um, so, be right back...

So a lot people imply meaning without understanding its history, and that's where the intention of harmless parody comes into effect, for me, (also because of UNIF's use of aged, soft cotton). All in all, that's only my own opinion but if I have offended or upset you, I hope this clears the air a tad.

Dilirium Tremens

2011-07-04T22:49:00.007+10:00

Shades of deep pink, such as magenta, are effective in neutralizing disorder and violence. Some prisons use limited deep pink tones to diffuse aggressive behaviour.

Most Cake

2011-07-04T16:56:00.006+10:00

Greatest recipe tried and true, this is the chocolate mud cake with choc/coffee butter cream icing (hand whipped)I made...click here for the recipe. I pretty much drank the leftover icing, it was so amazing.

What's your favorite/ go to recipe?

Enter the Void (2009)

2011-07-01T22:57:00.005+10:00

After death, Alex watches over his sister, does he come back? Slow, thrilling and intense all at once + epileptic warning! I'm in love with the way it was done, every frame was absolutely beautiful; seeing things from his blinking eyes while he was tripping, then hovering over the aftermath, the pulsing lights and being apart of his mind.

P.S. You've got to be pretty patient and sober to enjoy this one if you haven't seen it.

Faster than my gun

2011-06-28T13:30:00.008+10:00

Developed my latest cat cam installment. Savoring holiday time; getting up at ungodly hours and only doing the this I want! Kareoke, drawing, baking, dancing, road trips, bush-walking, seeing glow worms, house parties, arcades and plenty of cake...

Tigress Digress

2011-06-27T15:47:00.008+10:00

ATOMICA MAGAZINE has gone from online to in the flesh this issue! Kelsea is in her final year of high school, but continues to put together these truly beautiful bundles of goodness. Plugged right into fashion, photography, art, youth and all things lovely, the current issue, 'Slate' is a joy to read. You can also read about what inspires me and makes me tick.

Read the whole magazine including back issues online here!

Input AV

2011-06-26T13:11:00.004+10:00

Current audio visuals, highly recommended if you haven't checked them out already!

BOOKS
1.Styleliku by Elisa Goodkind and Lily Mandelbaum; Facehunter meets The Selby including tattoo shots, sentimental personal style quotes and notes.
2.The upset by gestalten; young contemporary art categorised from low brow, gothic to character and realism.
3.Fanzines by Teal Triggs; collection of them over 70 years with high impact illustrations and plenty of punch.

CD's
1. Slayer World Painted Blood; drunk with power.
2. Tiger Beams In Your Dreams (my friend Jesse's band); hardcore pop, makes you dance hard with plenty of impressive foot moves.
3. Mudhoney Superfuzz Bigmuff plus Early Singles; touch me I'm sick.
4. DZ Deathrays Brutal Tapes (birthday present from the boys); like getting drunk to smash things.

COMICS
1. Four Color Fear; collection of forgotten 1950's horror, read them with the friend, do the voices, act them out.
2. Walking Dead; perfection to the max, I demolish these in one sitting, waiting for the next ones to come out!
3. Scott Pilgrim.

DVD'S
1. Quadrophenia; mod is a shorter word for young, beautiful and stupid.
2. Tomie; creepy ex girl friend issues with utmost eeriness.
3. Sonic Youth; despite being my favorite band of all time, I could never get sick of the home made clips.
4. Daria.

What is inspiring you/keeping the boredom at bay?

Blood Lion

2011-06-23T16:40:00.006+10:00

Evil twin crucifix dress and fur trimmed buckle jacket, ksubi knit, pamela love necklace, doc marten boots.

The weather is so perfect for my new gifts from Evil Twin and Sweaty Betty! The dress is absoultely perfect for layering and jacket is the right amount of almost famous meets the professional. NO kidding, on our way to youngbloods the other night, it didn't feel like we were in Brisbane anymore, we were all bundled in full blown jackets, briskly strolling through alleys behind the train station...it's so exciting to be able to jacket it up this winter.

Here's a taste of a recent late night bake off between my best friend (vegie quiche and blueberry brownie) and I (macadamia and white chocolate/dark chocolate cookies). You know who won!? Clearly not me, with my melty soup cookies (fig 2), but dayum they tasted sooo good!

Need some crafty ideas for the holidays, any suggestions would be appreciated!

Mumbai

2011-06-15T00:56:00.006+10:00

UNIF shirt, mum's vintage faux fur cardigan, cheap monday suede jacket, doc martens

oOoOO EP goes down so well, it's a total favorite, only crap thing is being too short.
I'm on holidays and there is an ice skating rink at king george square, surrounded by stalls of alpine food. Mind blown, Brisbane got a little bit good!

My internet has become so sloooow I can't do much these days. I can't wait to check out your blogs and comment back. Sorry!

Wavelength 440-490 nm

2011-06-11T17:41:00.005+10:00

In response to every one's questions about the shade of my hair :)

I have bleached my hair beyond the point of return! I was red before and apparently a hard colour to strip down. So after many toning and bleaching sessions later I was barbie doll blonde. I wouldn't recommend it because it took my hair a while to fully recover (from snapping every time I brushed it) even then, it's pretty fried! I got ultraviolet purple put in at the hairdressers and after washing and natural fading, I played around with manic panic semi-permanent hair colour purchased online, ebay is your best bet for value.

I use:

Lie Locks
Shocking Blue
Atomic Turquoise (which I have freshly done in this post)

With these I like to mix and put in different sections of my hair every month of so or whenever I feel like it. From my understanding, it's not as harmful or contain as much chemicals as supermarket dyes that use ammonia etc. They do wash out after a few washes but prolonged with cold washes and colour safe/sulfate free shampoo and conditioner (I use bedhead superstar which smells deliciously like strawberry lollipops).

Hope I have answered all your questions!

Here comes trouble

2011-06-09T10:43:00.004+10:00

Ahhhhhh shoe heaven right now - it's everything I want in a long term companion and more!

An aptly named shoe, 'in trouble' by Jeffrey Campbell.

I'm in trouble because I can't afford these but I'll click buy anyway...
I'm in trouble because this chick I've been sneering at for the last last 3 mins is going to pulverize my nuts with her monster shoes...

Ketchup Catsup

2011-06-05T20:35:00.004+10:00

ksubi dress, mania mania choker, self made kitty cat essentials

I'm keeping the cat thing going here. I'm just going to say that cheetos, spice girls and 'cat piss' took the night to a whole new level. I used my cat camera of course!

P.S. big winter wardrobe coming up on the store; we're talking sweaters; wallpaper red, furry and plain.

Mew Too

2011-06-02T21:53:00.008+10:00

gem sweater I live in these days, prada knockoff creepers, fell in love with anna sui's mini babushka doll lipsticks when I was overseas, they are so creamy and the prettiest sheer colors complete with lovely patterns engraved in the schtick

So I this was apart of my kitty cat costume a few weeks ago! All you need is a hot glue gun, needle & thread, safety pin, headband, pink felt and furrrrr.... I could whip up a how-to if you want me to, otherwise it's the easiest thing and took me literally less than 20 mins.

And yes, Charles (giving the evil eye) decided to join in today, sporting his aloha sweater from Harajyuku.

Give it to me baby

2011-06-01T16:32:00.006+10:00

Chunky, dirty, overgrown school shoes! The uglier the better, you know I have a thing for black shoes too. Etsy, ebay and demonia have some good ones. What do you think of them?

I apologize for the lack of posting due to lock down finishing off a big media planning assignment! Meanwhile I will leave you with Amnesia (hilarious), can't wait to smash this one night.

Kinderfeld

2011-05-25T17:20:00.006+10:00

Sara Lee (ice cream?) shirt, velvet leg avenue thigh high socks, cheap monday men's suede jacket, doc martens cut out boots.

Like my new Sara Lee shirt? I got this from Bauhaus in Hong Kong, apparently it's a New Zealand label, each, 'the mountain' shirt (in the way that they are depicting wolves or native american indians), is one of a kind, pimped out with chains, holes, rips and mesh. I have yet to track down her site or more info, but will update when I do!

I was wrapped up in biker leather all last winter so my outfits looks a little tired, so I fell in love with my new super soft suede jacket, by cheap monday, at first sight. It's the men's version, the length and baggy shirt feel of it all is perfect for this long winter!!

If this discussion is relevant to the climate in which you reside, what's your idea of the perrrfect jacket for the winter?

P.S. This song is so sexy even after all these years, I can't help myself. I think there should be a video of robo geisha scenes to this.

Popliteal Fossa

2011-05-22T15:55:00.007+10:00

Got my first; baby one, what I've always wanted! The theme I was researching for fashion portfolio was anatomy; in particular skin and muscles. Reading all those anatomy books, I came across the popliteal fossa, the term stuck with me since. Anyway, my friends got me a voucher for Westside for my birthday, best present! The pain didn't bother me at all, now I can't wait to get a big one for real, I can see why it's addictive.

Nine Samurai

2011-05-18T11:08:00.002+10:00

I decided to document my collection, alas I left about three pairs of shoes out; gold winkle picker boots, pony hair boots and marc jacobs mouse flats...GROWLS. I really truly wear most of these, you can never have enough shoes!

Can't stop listening to kode9 and the spaceape, didn't think I'd like them this much but after a few rotations it just never came out of that cd player.

P.S Got something to show you when I get enough light to photograph...:D

Paint bombs studded shrapnel

2011-05-17T16:30:00.006+10:00

Fig. 1-5 LABRAT X BERBERJIN seen on new love; tokyo telephone, who also create a few studded bad boys of their own.

Fig.6-9 The Milk of Danzig hand painted one off pieces by Claire Barrow, apparently you can send off your own jackets to get customized. SICK SICK SICK SICK SICK SICK SICK SICK.

GOLLY! All this pimped up leather has really tempted me to wreak havoc on the plainer ones of my collection! I've been getting even more ideas by jumping onto ebay, there's a plenty of good authentic customized vintage ones out there too.

Jumping on the punk band wagon this festive season?

Before Tigers

2011-05-10T16:04:00.003+10:00

This post was all done and ready to go, for sale on the goods blog! Mum's rose top; I might just have to hold onto this for a while longer. Also, my new deer hoof ashtray arrived that I got off Etsy! So in love with it, I don't smoke now but it's good for earrings. Looks nice with my bird foot candle holder from Japan; I think I'm going to start an animal feet collection (not trying to be creepy).

Can't stop listening to HEALTH at the moment; get color and their remix album disco2...the good good.

Die Slow

2011-05-10T15:58:00.003+10:00

Love and want UNIF shirts; they are always so limited though in quant.
So from today on I will be stalking the store like I check my inbox.

Mousetrap

2011-05-08T22:07:00.004+10:00

We saw Hype at the gallery the other night. If you haven't seen it you should watch the rest of the movie on youtube! It was really rewarding not that you can tell from this video, I just thought it was my favorite set that's all haha...

Looking for a new quilt cover for my big ass bed, in love with third drawer down duvet covers but prefer something that won't break the bank! I do like some throws off urban outfitters though, besides those there's not a lot of good out there or I'm a tad clueless when it comes to sheets. Any online suggestions?

RUFF RUFF

2011-05-07T22:52:00.004+10:00

My picks of Spring Summer 2011/2012 RAFW:

1-3 Stolen Girlfriends Club
Love the moody florals and styling with white creepers + white mesh ankle socks

4,5 Lover
Red bodysuit under all that melt in your mouth beige lace

I've been soooo lazy, haven't been keeping up with things in terms of shows and collections until Roz gave me the heads up about the stolen and lover show, I knew it would be worth checking out. My head has happily been in mindless fruits/street, vivi's and popsister for a few months. But now that I'm all refreshed and not over the usual magazines, I dropped into the newsagents and was really impressed with this month's ID ;) ...

What magazines (fashion/unrelated to) are you really into these days?

Scary Monsters

2011-05-05T22:00:00.006+10:00

lace vintage crop singlet, love borrowing mum's Alannah Hill cardigans, mum's old Versace jeans and belt, skull bracelet from harajyuku.

I wore this today with my new creepers, holy shit the blisters I got though, limping home in the dark GAH! But they're good with ankle socks you know....

How do you like my new deer head I put up? My friend got it for me from Amsterdam, using it necklace holder, sweet.

Dubstep is ridiculous but I've managed to actually like Canblaster and Night Slugs to name a few. What I'm really into are bands of the Salem strain eg. gothic, electronic, hip hop with just a hint that 'wop wop' bass (HAHA, yeah they really call it that?).

How do you feel about it, I've only started exposing myself to a few things, any recommendations?

P.S Few more items listed on http://panache-goods.blogspot.com/.

Nice sprites

2011-05-05T20:53:00.002+10:00

Macau adventures; yummy Portuguese custard tarts, jerky, city center and tourist strip.

Hong Kong; lomo exhibition, animal shaped dim sims.

FLAT MEASUREMENTS

2011-05-02T17:22:00.003+10:00

Finding good homes for strays, toilet trained.
Let me know if there's anything you like, offers and deals welcome :)

Summer cake

2011-05-01T17:28:00.005+10:00

Hey! Prada knockoffs I picked up at Causeway Bay, HK on the way home back to Brisbane. Mmm delicious brogues on a fresh slice of layer cake platform. Describe what you'd wear with these bad boys?

Twelves

2011-04-29T16:17:00.008+10:00

cut out shoulders studded top, rose cut out doc martens yessssss

Last day and it was super rainy. Like my kitty cat superheadz camera? I've been on the prowl for a point and shoot with a built in flash, never thought I'd end up with literally a meowing, vegas flashing-lights crowd pleaser. I also got my roots and color done before I left (massive savings on the $$$), little bit sad it's so dark now... but the time will come when it has faded and I can start mashing manic panic through it again!

Talisman

2011-04-27T00:17:00.007+10:00

initial capelet, ~~h&m~~ zara leather dress, bobby socks from log-on, furry creepers japan, silverware harajuku, dolly wink eyeliner, books (street magazine and stylelikeu, both highly recommended) from page one.

Every time I'm back in Hong Kong, I hit up Initial, it's a must! Besides being in love with their decked out concept stores (vintage racks, bikes, birdcages, chandeliers, apothecary bottles, suitcases, kakadu taxidermy heads etc. you get the gist), I never leave empty handed and if you are on their VIP list, you get free presents and beautiful promo packs.

I've been loosing all sense of time in malls, eating at least 4 meals a day, exhausted but very content...

First things first

2011-04-25T01:36:00.007+10:00

furry sweater etsy, lover shorts, claw bracelet from japan, eye necklace from mongkok.

Dragon fruit and Vivi magazines, so addicted.

Hey, people stare a lot! I guess the blue thing ain't so common over here. Even this kid stood in the aisle at the bookstore today right in front of me wide eyed for no joke, 2 minutes so it was a little hard to ignore, but she was alright. One of my best friends hate starers so much she goes 'WHAT WHAT WHAT WHAT WHAT WHAT WHAT' until they look away.

Does it annoy you when people stare at you or do you believe people are asking for it when they wear/look a certain way? Discuss.

Macau

2011-04-24T12:23:00.006+10:00

Macau highlights;

If you have no idea where that is, it's an island (and hour by ferry) off Hong Kong that resembles a bit of a mini Vegas; comprised of 25 five star hotels, more casinos and luxury malls than public toilets. It was historically a Portugese colony so strolling through the busy streets (packed full of tourists trying fresh almond cookies off massive bamboo trays and buying up all types of jerky and other snacks Macau is well known for) there are beautiful cathedrals, ruins and buildings of traditional Portugese architecture leftover as well as cobble stoned and mosaic streets.

1. House of dancing water; this was a $2 billion production and I wouldn't be surprised because of colossal structures (eg. pagodas and shipwrecks) rising out of the water. The performance space transformed from a 26 feet deep swimming pool to a dry stage to a motor cross space complete with ramps within seconds before your eyes. RAD.

2. Staying at the Grand Hyatt, I could get used to the bathtub overlooking the city skyline, the delicious red wine and jasmine chocolates when your bed got turned down, free flowing wine and spirits (especially the Van Gogh dutch chocolate vodka) as well as a mini snack buffet of every type of food you can imagine every afternoon during happy hour.

3. Burberry stud muffin.

4. Eating quail, a little bit creepy but heaps funny huh...

Sorry, most of my photos aren't developed yet!

Kircher's Magnets

2011-04-18T23:23:00.005+10:00

Hello, I'm going to be in Hong Kong from Friday YAY! Can't wait to shop and more importantly EAT yum yum yum...

I had the craziest cravings for junk food last night and you bet I binged all tonight, I even made Jeremy eat those crazy KFC burgers without the bread, just two fillets of chicken with bacon and cheese in it. We vowed to never buy it again, so whoever came up with the concept is a fucktard right!? Then it was onto giant bowls of soy chai, flourless chocolate cake and a citrus tart.

Oh man feel so sick but please do share some of your worst/best junk food adventures with me! I'll give anything a go.

Gradually

2011-04-18T21:06:00.007+10:00

My beloved gem-y leggings from suitcase rummage a few months ago and mania mania choker that I have always lusted after (present from 21st). I haven't worn these bad boys out...they show my belly button, hate showing my belly button! Speaking of which, those are my lazily unbuckled belly button platforms from tokyo bopper flapping around.

How cool is the painting my best friend made of me for my 21st? It's Jane (Daria) with blue hair, massive compliment.

And having my bed on the ground RULES.

DUO

2011-04-17T19:58:00.002+10:00

I'm having a hard time deciding...CHERRY OR WHITE?

212121212121

2011-04-11T22:24:00.004+10:00

NIGHT; fisheye

DAY; photos by kintaro matsumoto on the golden half

And another year, another great birthday!
Friends, DZ, hangovers and rollercoasters.

Tetsuo

2011-03-30T13:25:00.002+10:00

a smear of metallic or brown lipstick and it's so empire records...velvet choker (self made), sun pendant from dubai, overall dress (it's got a massive pocket on the front of it - so cute!) , top shop crop long sleeve, henry holland tights, maurie and eve biker boots.

Tetsuo (1989). It's pretty art house but I loved it! I'm a huge fan of the sound effects in jap horror. The crunch, clang and squelch...delicious. The opening scene rules.

Angry Socks

2011-03-30T13:20:00.003+10:00

Giles Deacon for Happy Socks!
Oh and goodbye summer, I like winter so much more than you...

Ink Blotting

2011-03-26T08:35:00.004+10:00

If you're around Brisbane tonight, drop by TRASHWOLVES tonight at the Step Inn from 8pm. Bands, N64's and also, I'll have some art up on the walls! :) See you there.

Charming

2011-03-19T18:24:00.003+10:00

Have I ever acted like I was? But thanks for taking such a huge chunk of your energy, letting me know. You seem very upset and I hope life gets better for you.

Bully

2011-03-08T17:11:00.003+10:00

I just adore my superheadz wide lens 35mm.
Apart from not having a flash, it's a dream come true.

More Tokyo, more Ghibli, more Disneyland, more Ramen!

Flash On

2011-03-04T17:10:00.003+10:00

Hong Kong by the Diana Mini
Can't wait to move here and work for a couple of months!I've grown up coming back every year and I love the lifestyle more and more. Sure it's fast paced, but it's always exciting...
What's your favourite city to visit/live in?

Girls

2011-03-01T17:14:00.005+10:00

I wish I was a boy sometimes, they have it SO easy I don't even know where to begin! I'd even have to admit they have more fun sometimes. But then I'd REALLY miss being a girl and then I realise that it's not a wasted effort...

Anybody remember this show? I used to watch it in the afternoons, so funny watching it now.

What do you want to see?

2011-02-28T21:39:00.005+10:00

Hello, I made a tumblr today! It's fun, I'm going nuts flinging up random things and re-blogging the love fest out there. It's pretty useless for me right now because I don't have an organised/clear idea of put on here but here it is; http://panache-halloweentown.tumblr.com/.

Leave me your tumblr link :)

Zany Happy Eyes

2011-02-28T14:19:00.005+10:00

Vintage gem studded beanie, Ashish for Topshop jumper, lover leather shorts, silver from Harajyuku, leg avenue velvet thigh highs, Belly Button platforms from Tokyo Bopper.

Being away from Tokyo is so sad, I found these on my photobooth, second last day in Tokyo, (sigghhh). Was chowing down on a 'milk' bun for breafast, surprised to find cream and chocolate mousse inside.

Desert Dessert

2011-02-27T18:10:00.005+10:00

Trip started with brunch then beach at the Burj Al Arab.

The Atlantis Palm, my favourite resort, built on its own island complete with a water park (with the tallest water slide in the world), massive aquarium world and dolphin bay (where we swam with Tina, the dolphin).

4WD and camel desert safari whilst watching the sunset.

Dubai's city of gold!

Dubai's historical museum complete with artificial town.

My favourite store, Sinhbad's antiques. They had copper lions and five headed horses lined up out the front, the store crammed full of antique hookahs and lamps.

Mosque in Abu Dhabi.

Yas Island Hotel, the magnificent exoskeletal placenta surrounded by a Formula 1 race track! In the afternoons, we covered our ears, leaned out over the balcony and there they were racing past, you could never get this close even at an actual race. Ferrari World was just down the road, kept going on the fastest roller coaster in the world! Mmm they had the most delicious desserts as well, I overate so much I got sick for a couple of days....

Photos were taken with the diana mini. You might remember me saying I was fed up with it because it produced too many blurred photos. I just developed more rolls today and I was actually really happy with the results! I tried my hardest to keep the camera still (taking a big breath then holding it whilst snapping), using my flash as much as possible and always remembering to focus it right; because the toggles might have moved stashed in your bag! I'll give it another chance. Prepare for more scans throughout the week!

Also, Uni starts back on Monday! Tell me your exciting news?

Pride Juicy!

2011-02-23T22:44:00.002+10:00

Our collection by the end of the trip. We even dressed up as school girls for one of them.

Drink drink some more Sake

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No need to be plain in Tokyo! So addicted to hot vending machines, we got a good stack of cans going. Got some cool shirts :). My best friend loves T shirts and if you love T shirts too, should go to her blog; VOMITMANIA!

Tokyo Bopper

2011-02-21T10:37:00.003+10:00

Photos from Lego digital; Tokyo Tower in Roppongi, Meiji Jingu and Harajuku. Shopping yesterday in Harajuku was epic! Exploring all the windy alleys, eating the best gyoza, going to moma and the margiela store. BEST shop = Tokyo Bopper (platforms that everyone in fruits has). I got a pair myself, see them here!

Chateau

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Daikanyama. Highly recommended! This quiet little suburban town houses some of the cutest cafes, coolest vintage stores, curiosities and your high end labels in their own crafty little concept stores, (eg. Raf Simmons store you gotta climb up the side of it to get to the second level). You gotta go to; New Territory, my favourite things were the bird's legs magnifying glass, crocodile skull and taxidermy peacock in a bell jar. Then there's Bonjour Records, they have the latest collette stuff, kistune stuff (CD's AND shirts :D), jalouse magazines etc etc. Anyway there are a lot more places to find when you get lost, it's the best way to explore this town. That's how I got this gem studded baby, I'm wearing it everyday, so in love! Speaking of which, my love for gloomy, back in middle school, has been rekindled.

Disney

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So glad I got to stay to see the dream lights parade even though it was freezing cold! Last time I saw them, I was 4. Love our sparkly ears?

Sake

2011-02-19T01:07:00.005+10:00

First night, Shibuya and Ghibli Museum through the lego digi. How adorable are those road barriers; they are bunnies and they also comes in monkey! Now the mother bitch would feel guilty ploughing those down...

Monkey with your tail

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initial pony hair collar silk shirt and angora sweater, free feather earring from my favourite lady at the Mong Kok markets, new fuzzy creepers from 0101 (tokyo).

Thank you everyone who suggested cameras and let me know what you guys liked! I got the superheadz wide lense! Loving it so far, it's light and fast, just have to wait for the results. Also got the lego digital, it's a dream to use and you get like a webcam/photobooth if you will, type of effect. The flash is insanely bright though so I haven't been using that even at night! Check out the shoebox room, rather cosy.

Ice Cold

2011-02-15T02:50:00.005+10:00

This was taken back in the HK; now we live in a shoebox. Comme des Garçons lace shirt, Zara leather dress, demonia creepers, jacket from Zipia.net.

Happy Valentines Day! What did you do today?
I spent the day in the cold and the night in the snow, (trekking around for buns for breakfast) with my best friend! I'm in Tokyo right now, we visited Tokyu Hands, 0101, Beams and had tempura for dinner! Really disappointed Foals sold out, it took us a while to figure out the ticket machines...
Any recommendations of places of visit/eat?