 25 Twists on Geisha Glam - From Futuristic Kimonos to Punk Geishas & Cultural Cross-Dressing::Geisha entertainers are woven tightly in the fabric of Japan's culture, and in our modern era of crowdsourcing and cross-cultural collaboration, borrowing and adapting aspects of geisha culture has proven… [More] |
 Wolves as Citizens - 'The Wolf' by Alex Chavot Explores the Finer Points of a Beast's Life::'The Wolf' by Alex Chavot is a photo set that makes me think of a live-action version of the Three Little Pigs. Perhaps this is what the Big Bad Wolf does when he's not terrorizing piglet families. This… [More] |
 Feathered Smoky Makeup - Fredrik Stambro's Makeup for Tanya Dziahileva Sizzles in 'One Day' for i-D::In “One Day I’ll Ride a Big White Horse and Wear a Gown and Crowns of Course” for the i-D Winter 2009 issue, makeup artist Fredrik Stambro pulls out all the stops for model Tanya Dziahileva. There is feathered… [More] |
 Giant Bell-Shaped Hats - 'In a Theatre' by Dominik Smialowski & Marcin Szpak Rocks Ruffled Retro Cou::'In a Theatre' by Dominik Smialowski and Marcin Szpak is a photo set that takes decadent Victorian-era fashions and gives them a couture, almost theatrical edge with plenty of whimsy. This photo set isn't… [More] |
 Suit-Wearing Skaters - 'What Became of the Likely Lads' in Metal Magazine::We're a million miles away from the era in which dapper gents wore suits and top hats to conduct their daily business, and 'What Became of the Likely Lads' in Metal Magazine is an editorial dedicated to… [More] |
 Boyish Biker Shoots - Freja Beha Erichsen for 'Stand and Deliver' in Twin Magazine::With 'Stand and Deliver' in Twin Magazine, it's clear the androgynous fashion photography phenomenon hasn't died down just yet. Model Freja Beha Erichsen poses for photographer Boo George in gender-bending… [More] |
 Fall Romance Spreads - Francesca Tallone Antler Magazine Shoot Follows a Wandering Modern Maiden::This Francesca Tallone Antler Magazine shoot is titled 'The Day Wasn't Warm, But it Wasn't Cold, and the Leaves Shattered the Light.' Although not necessarily concise, this title captures the theme of… [More] |
 20 Marvel Comic Creations - From Disturbingly Real Action Figures to Political Comic Cameos::The Marvel Comic Book brand has spun off countless TV shows, movies and action figures. Let’s just say Stan Lee, founder and former owner, has nothing to worry about except what type of golden toilet he… [More] |
 50 Delightful DC Comics - From Batman Bike Suits to Superman-Approved Shirts::DC Comics and Marvel Comics are like the Boston Red Sox and New York Yankees, or more appropriately two equally matched superheroes. Each brings their respectable histories to the table, each has a slew… [More] |
 Giant Cage Sleeves - 'Trash Couture' in Vogue Korea Pulls Out the Avant-Garde Fashion Stops::Fans of avant-garde cage fashion will find much to love in 'Trash Couture' for the Vogue Korea December 2009 issue. Photographer Rafael Stahelin captures a futuristic fashion wonderland headed up by Karlie… [More] |
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 Magician Menswear Editorials - 'The Mentalist' in 2 Magazine Channels Stage Magic & Mystery::If you've ever been lured in by the mystery of a good old-fashioned stage magic show, 'The Mentalist' in 2 Magazine is an editorial you're sure to enjoy. Photographer John Rusnak captures Alex Smith, George… [More] |
 Steampunk Vampire-Fighters - The Vampyric Infestation Emergency Kit by Major Thadeus Tinker::With Major Thadeus Tinker’s excellent Vampyric Infestation Emergency Kit and the other incredible stuff on his site, we are well guarded against the permanent threat of vampires and otherworldly beasts.… [More] |
 Combination Locks for Booze - The Bottle Lock is a Creative Way to Curb Alcohol Consumption::This combination bottle lock is certainly a new way to control alcohol consumption. Without the need for a key, the only stumbling block that must be avoided is forgetting the combination to the Bottle… [More] |
 DIY Marching Bands - The Noisician Coalition Gets Ready to Rock Out in New Orleans This Christmas::The Noisician Coalition and Flanagan’s Pub have teamed up for the last two years to bring their unique blend of holiday spirit to viewers around the world with their noisy New Orleans Christmas greetings.… [More] |
 100 Rockstar Rebellions - From Rocking Fashions to Hard Rock Accessories::Everyone’s wanted to be a rockstar at some point, even if the closest most of us will get is the video game. Rockstars are rebellious by nature, and these rockstar rebellions explain why they’re so freaking… [More] |
 25 Poetic Innovations - From Poetic Apparel to Cigarette Pack Haikus::Poetry has no rules. It has never been said that poems have to rhyme, poets have to be romantic or poetry even has to make sense. The point of poetry is that there is no point. Poetry can be found on a… [More] |
 20 Abstaining Innovations - From Chastity Bras to Virgin School::Some people feel that it is best to wait until after marriage to have sex. I am in no way picking a side on this subject, I say do whatever best floats your boat, even if it is in a motionless ocean.
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 Safari Romance Photography - 'Safari Fashion' by Angie Lazaro Captures an Exotic Relationship::The soothing outdoor setting of 'Safari Fashion' by Angie Lazaro coupled with the romance between this pictorial's two models is enough to inspire some serious wanderlust. This shoot reminds me of the… [More] |
 Sibling-Focused Photography - 'Brothers' by Jonatan Fernstrom Shows Brotherly Love::Say what you want about your own brother or sister, siblings like those depicted in 'Brothers' by Jonatan Fernstrom have a much closer bond than other peer groups. This short but sweet photo set depicts… [More] |
 Fairground Fashion Shoots - 'Fun-Fair Fashion' by Angie Lazaro Takes a Walk Down the Midway::This 'Fun-Fair Fashion' photo set by Angie Lazaro reminds me of going to the county fair as a child, wandering down the midway amid catcalls from fair booth employees and the smell of popcorn and summer… [More] |
 13 Hilarious Hamsters - From Human Hamsters to Hamster Housekeepers::I never wanted hamsters when I was growing up. They were kind of boring and smelled funny. Now that I am a little older, I still don’t want a caged rodent in my house, but that won’t stop me from making… [More] |
 75 Innovations in Anime - From Alien Anime Dolls to Comic-Anime Mashups::Anime is not for everyone, but like manga, it is a beautiful and thoughtful art form which was born out of Japan. Anime represents the forefront of illustrative expression. Also, it is fun after you have… [More] |
 Retro Italian Romance Shoots - 'Venezia La Dolce Vita' in Marie Claire Italy Inspires Wanderlust::'Venezia la Dolce Vita' is an editorial in Marie Claire Italy that is enough to inspire wanderlust in any old soul, especially a romantic fashionista dying to recreate a Venice version of Audrey Hepburn's… [More] |
 Pop Art Espadrilles - Sauerkids & the String Republic Turn Classic Summer Footwear into an Art Piece::Espadrilles are a summer mainstay in terms of footwear, and I love the pop art spin this Sauerkids-The String Republic collaboration puts on this classic fashion staple. Sauerkids is an artist duo comprised… [More] |
 30 Pins, Buttons and Brooches - From Wearable Hissing Beatles to Bad Political Statements::Pins, buttons and brooches are a great way to add some flair to your outfit, or to make a statement without ever saying a word. The fashion conscious can use brooches to show their individuality; the ignorant… [More] |
 Curious Turkey Day Crafts - Craftastrophe Features Thanksgiving Crafts Gone Wrong::As we near another Turkey Day in the states, there’s plenty of craft horrors to be had. What better holiday to inspire tackiness than one based on an awkward bird? Here are just a couple examples of what… [More] |
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 'Twilight' Real Estate - Edward Cullen's 'New Moon' Home Can Be Yours for $3.3 Million::For Jason Soprovich, a realtor who sells homes in the elegant and luxury market, getting a $3.3 million listing isn’t new. But what really must have made his day is the house up for sale that is the Edward… [More] |
 67 Superb Sunglasses - Multiple Ways to Stylishly Shade Your Eyes From the Sun::Sunglasses are the ultimate accessory. They have the power to add an air mystique, coolness, toughness...or all of the above.
These superb sunglasses range from multitasking models, like the picture… [More] |
 Water-Spitting Editorials - Chadwick Tyler Shoots 'Mathilde is Mad' for Russh Magazine Nov/Dec '09::I love it when models look like they're having fun at an editorial shoot, and 'Mathilde is Mad' in Russh Magazine's November/December 2009 issue is a great example. Chadwick Tyler shoots Mathilde Frachon… [More] |
 Ski Resort Editorials - Arnaud Pyvka Captures Heather Marks as a 'Chalet Girl' in Marie Claire Italy::'Chalet Girl' in Marie Claire Italy captures model Heather Marks as the matriarch of a ski resort. She's captured by photographer Arnaud Pyvka in red, white and blue as she goes about her daily duties,… [More] |
 50 Curious Calendars - New and Unusual Ways to Mark the Passing of Time::Outlook, iCal, and Google Calendar have had a devastating effect on the paper calendar industry. These curious calendars try to get around that fact, however, by offering innovative and interesting ways… [More] |
 Rockstar Capsule Collections - The Surface to Air Kings of Leon Line is Ready to Roll::When good bands team up with talented clothing labels, like this Surface to Air Kings of Leon collaboration, true magic is made. The twelve-piece collection is understated rock chic—the sort of thing you’d… [More] |
 Branded Exterior Paint - The Norway House Has a Burberry Paint Job::Norwegian artist and painter Jens Werner transformed what once was a public toilet building in Larvik, Norway, into a house that now is making a fashion statement. According to Daily MailOnline, it took… [More] |
 37 Grand Piano Innovations - From Typewriter Pianos to Musical Subway Stairs::Nothing says “I am classy” like sitting down and playing the piano. People seem to be genuinely impressed with a person when they can sit down and play something more advanced than the song from Jaws.… [More] |
 16 Minnie and Mickey Hairdos - From Wearing Lace Ears in Public to Big Bow Mania::As we grow older, it becomes frighteningly easier to lose touch with our inner child. So, it then becomes more and more important to do what we can to keep that child alive. One sure way would be to embrace… [More] |
 50 Powerful Puppets - From Muppet-Inspired Fashion to Monstrous Marionettes::Jim Henson would be proud of this collection of powerful puppets, with Kermit and Miss Piggy joined by a host of other colorful characters.
Powerful puppets have had an impact on everything from fashion… [More] |
 Nativity Scene Fashiontography - The Petra Benovsky Wiener Magazine Shoot Plays God for Fashion::This Petra Benovsky Wiener Magazine December preview plays God for fashion’s sake. The photographer shot a number of Wiener models in a haute restyling of the classic nativity scene. In an era where religion… [More] |
 50 Marvelous Monkeys - Primates, Monkeys and Apes, Oh My!::Maybe primates aren’t technically monkeys, but they still go well together. These marvelous monkeys can do anything, just take a look through the slideshow to see for yourself.
If it wasn’t illegal and… [More] |
 75 Bewitching Bears - Cuddly Creatures That Even Stephen Colbert Would Love::And the number one threat to your free time is: Bears! These bears come in all shapes and sizes, from gummy bears to teddy bears to polar bears.
It’s amazing that one animal could inspire so much innovation.… [More] |
 Cone-Covered Minidresses - Akif Hakan Celebi Shoot for Vision China Magazine is off the Charts::In looking at the yellow cone-and-tulle minidress worn by model Alice F for this Akif Hakan Celebi shoot in Vision China Magazine's October issue, I couldn't decide whether it reminded… [More] |
 Vamp Fang Rings - Just in Time for New Moon Vampire Accessories from Bittersweets NY::What better way to get in on the vampire trend than with vampire fang rings. These Vamp Rings from Bittersweets NY are sure to make any Twihard (who is lined up and camped out for the opening weekend of… [More] |
 10 Wizard of Oz Inspirations - From Redesigned Ruby Slippers to Tinman Inspired Body Armor::“Toto, I don’t think we’re in Kansas anymore.” Oh Dorothy, you couldn’t have been more right. Poor girl, lost in the Land of Oz, talking to munchkins and lions and tigers and bears, oh my! Wearing shoes… [More] |
 16 Airbrushing Techniques - From Models With Belly Flab to Aerified Cosmetics::The world is slowly going down a slippery slope of impossible body imagery that is promoted through these airbrushing techniques. Although photoshop is truly escalating this phenomenon, airbrushing creates… [More] |
 Afrotastic Editorials - Rolan Mouret and Jourdan Dunn in 'Prince Charming' for I-D Magazine::French fashion designer Roland Mouret is ‘Prince Charming’ in i-D magazine. Mouret’s designs (and the man himself-in one shot) are showcased with help from gorgeous model Jourdan Dunn in the editorial… [More] |
 Sensual Fantasy Fashiontography - 'They Love Happily Ever After' in i-D Magazine's Winter 2009 Issue::Dutch bombshell Lara Stone and the handsome Jamie Dornan sizzle in ‘They Love Happily Ever After’ in i-D magazine. The sexy, clothing optional editorial was photographed by Alasdair McLellan for the magazine’s… [More] |
 12 Wind-Swept Fashion Features - From Tornado Hair to Wind Tunnel Photo Shoots::You don’t need to have participated in a fashion photo shoot to know that a bit of wind can pack on serious sex appeal—unless, of course, you’re facing in the direction of the wind. Wind always adds a… [More] |
 Helen Killer, Founder of Regretsy (INTERVIEW)::Helen Killer is the founder of the extremely hilarious Regretsy blog. Inspired by a simple bad gift from a friend, she has found her niche as our noble navigator through the sea of handmade horrors and… [More] |
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