Spectacle: Accidental Chinese Hipsters
Posted by Avril in Pop Culture, spectacle on 25. Jul, 2011 | 0 Comments
Ok, so I’m overdue for a real post. But I came across this blog and kicked myself for not having thought up the concept earlier: Accidental Chinese Hipsters. I think the title pretty much explains itself. It’s an affectionate spotlighting of the best out-there style choices, as donned by a group of completely unintentional older [...]
Spectacle: Coveting Thy Neighbour
Posted by Avril in Decor, fashion, spectacle on 27. May, 2011 | 0 Comments
“I would kill for her closet.” It’s what I’m thinking almost every time I see Blake Lively – and that smug mug of hers—step out in some effortless Chanel confection. It’s also what flashes through my mind on days that fashion industry friends are recounting long lists of the high-end freebies they’ve accumulated in job [...]
Spectacle: On the Street with Bill Cunningham
Posted by Avril in Art, fashion, Film, spectacle on 11. May, 2011 | 0 Comments
He’s both easy and impossible to miss amid the bustle of New York City. Between criss-crossing pedestrians and lane-changing taxis, you first see the flash of blue. And then comes the click. Follow the sound to the source and there he is: a fuzzy-haired old man, Nikon in hand, scanning the streets with his gaze. [...]
Spectacle: Taking a Stand Against Stupid
Posted by Avril in fashion, Health, media, spectacle on 18. Apr, 2011 | 4 Comments
(Squeamish Man Warning: I’m going to talk about periods. And feminine care branding. At length. Continue reading this at work at your own discretion) Up until fairly recently, I’ve really liked Kotex. They churn out some solid product, yes. But, as an added perk, I’d also really enjoyed their cheeky take on pad/tampon [...]
Spectacle: 360 Degrees of Beautiful Baroque
Posted by Avril in Art, books, Decor, media, spectacle on 05. Apr, 2011 | 2 Comments
I am a HUGE bibliophile. Kindles be damned, there are few things I love more than a beautifully bound book. Add to that a long-standing passion and fascination with photography and a simple, but earnest, appreciation for the arts and this next story pretty much devoured several hours of my life the other day. Behold [...]
