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]

Ingenue Photo Shoots - Thuy Linh Trinh Captures Innocence in the Flesh::The ingenue is a classic stock character throughout the creative world, and Thuy Linh Trinh has captured this image of female innocence in photographic form. Each shot exemplifies this theme of wholesome… [More]

Hobo Geishas - Step into the Surreal World of Igor Corzh Photography::Igor Corzh is an artist whose work stimulates the senses and confuses the mind. While no two shots in this 'Question of Time' gallery above are similar, dueling themes of surrealism and feeling bind the… [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]

Conjoined Knee Couture - Arajo Autumn/Winter '09 Collection is an Avant-Garde Fashion Feast::These amazing images are just a small selection of the Arajo Autumn/Winter '09 collection. This avant-garde collection features couture that conjoins knees and attaches wrists to hips for a most curious… [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]

Pattern-Matching Lookbooks - The Class Fall 2009 Campaign Showcases Hot Autumn Menswear::The Class' Fall 2009 lookbook shows off some of autumn's hottest menswear fashions, and it uses an argyle sweater-clad model against an argyle background to kick off the spread. These matchy-matchy sensibilities… [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]

High-Society Motorycle Seats - Vanni Oddera Puts Louis Vuitton Seats on His Bike::Vanni Oddera is an Italian KTM Freestyle Motor rider who has decided to add a little more than just a basic seat to his motorcycle. Louis Vuitton motorycle seats aren’t exacatly common place in the motorcycle… [More]

Water-Splashing Close-Ups - 'Watergames' by Jan Kocovski Beautifies the Morning Face-Washing Ritual::In 'Watergames' by Jan Kocovski, the photographer has made the daily ritual of washing one's face significantly sexier by capturing it in slow-mo. This series reminds me of the face wash commercials on… [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]

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]

66 Bell-Shaped Ball Gowns - From Fairytale Wedding Frocks to Modern Versions of 17th-Century Dresses::Traditionally, ball gowns are the female fashion choice for a white-tie affair, and can be either full-length or ballerina length. These bell-shaped ball gowns are the frock of choice for Disney princesses,… [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]

Cupcake Fascinators - Tiffy Tart Party Hats Make You Look like Strawberry Shortcake::These adorable Tiffy Tart party hats feature fake cupcakes that you can wear on your head as the ultimate whimsical hair accessory. While they remind me a bit of Strawberry Shortcake, I can't help but… [More]

Modern Debutante Dresses - 'Livin' La Diva' by Augustcaptured Revitalizes Retro Dress-Up::This AugustCaptured 'Livin' la Diva' photo shoot reminds me of a debutante who's all dressed up and has nowhere to go. In this AugustCaptured photo set, the model wears a tiered wedding-style dress, a… [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]

Illusory E-Shirts - 'See-Thru-Me' Looks Like LED Lights Are Shining Through Your Torso::Meg Grant, the inventor of the 'See-Thru-Me' top, has created a clever techno-fashion garment using a rather simple concept. The 'See-Thru-Me' top consists of 36 individual circuits, each with a light… [More]

67 Superb Belts - From Belt Buckle Boots to Male Chastity Belts::Belts. They are extremely common, although not exactly necessary anymore. When was the last time you wore a belt to hold up your pants rather than for fashion reasons? I know lawyers that find more loopholes… [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]

13 Posh Ralph Lauren Finds - From Luxury Fashion Hotels to Branded Boozing::The Ralph Lauren brand has been a staple in men’s fashion for many decades. The simple, yet timeless style has managed to stay in the mainstream because the man behind the brand does not betray its classic… [More]

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]

Chicken Leg Pictorials - 'Chicken' by Narin Demirbas Shows off Scrawny Stems::It used to be an insult to call out someone’s chicken legs, but with the rise of the metrosexual male and skinny jeans, the scrawny stems in ‘Chicken’ by Narin Demirbas are more fashionable than ever before.… [More]

Studded Designer Sneakers - Men's Spring/Summer 2010 Christian Louboutin Shoe is Unveiled::French shoe designer Christian Louboutin has unveiled a new collection of men’s studded sneakers for the Spring/Summer of 2010. These shoes are perfect for anyone with a serious obsession for the studded… [More]

100 Leather Innovations - From Leather Origami Animals to Aged Leather Transformer Bags::Leather is nearly synonymous with fashion. Shoes, jackets and accessories made of leather are as popular today as they ever were. Made from cows and capable of making someone look extremely hot or extremely… [More]

Skulls, Spikes & Cutouts - Daniel Palillo Spring/Summer 2010 'Renaissance' Covers All Pop-Punk Bases::These snaps from the Daniel Palillo Spring/Summer 2010 ‘Renaissance’ collection reveal that punk fashion, skulls and cutouts aren’t going anywhere. With an understated palette of nude, black and white,… [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]

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]

Sustainable Set Designs - Meghan Moe Beitiks' Gothic Fashion Backdrop Shows Eco Sensibilities::This Gothic fashion shoot takes place in a set designed by Meghan Moe Beitiks. While the images are gorgeous and almost ethereal in nature, they take on an added level of intrigue when she notes that the… [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]

22 Pantsless Denims - From Acid Wash Vests to Denim Peacoats::Denim is, and always will be, a part of the social fabric of the world. Versatile, durable and fashionable, I don’t see any reason for denim to fade into the category of corduroy. Love it or hate it,… [More]

Cheeky Designer Editorials - Viktor & Rolf Model Their Own Line for Blommers & Schumm in 'Twin Set'::This ‘Twin Set’ editorial of designers Viktor & Rolf by photographers Blommers & Schumm is one of my favorites in recent memory. ‘Twin Set’ features the iconic designers modeling their own fashions in… [More]

Neon-Washed Editorials - Benedikt Kranz Uses Red & Pink Lights for 'Glow in the Dark' Shoot::This 'Glow in the Dark' shoot by Benedikt Kranz features model Moritz Meyer in a wash of red and pink neon light. Christian Brach styled Meyer in an array of mixed patterns, which serve to make the neon… [More]

Nomadic Menswear Collections - SEMBL Spring 2010 Line Delivers for the Jet-Setting Male::There's an archetypal vision of the male as a nomad wandering through the wilderness in pursuit of a hidden dream, and the SEMBL Spring 2010 collection channels this ancient image in modern fashion. With… [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]

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]

12 Coral Collections - From Coral-Themed Design to Stylish Shades of Coral::Coral reefs are one of the most beautiful aspects of nature in existence. Unfortunately they are rapidly diminishing. Therefore I am going to do my part to keep coral alive by devoting a cluster strictly… [More]

53 Sailing Innovations - From Leopard Print Sailing Kicks to Sailor Swimsuits::Sailboats are expensive, hard to maintain and can only be used during certain times of the year. No wonder rich people love them. From leopard print sailing kicks to sailor swimsuits, check out the 53… [More]

Rainbow-Hued Hair - Spring 2010 Hair Colors Include Blue, Green and Purple::If you’re contemplating blond highlights for next season, you might want to consider some other Spring 2010 hair colors, like blue and green. Seen on celebs like Ashley Olsen, who flaunted electric blue… [More]

USB Heating Kneepads - Keep Your Knees Toasty With This Warming Gadget::Oh USBs, what can’t you do? The USB Heating Kneepads are the latest in USB heating devices—we’ve seen chest heaters and mug heaters among others—and stands to be the most necessary for the winter season… [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]