Getting to know The Sartorialist
Posted by Simon in fashion, Internet on 24. Jan, 2011 | 6 Comments
Sure, it’s an ad for Intel, but that doesn’t make this seven minute documentary about Scott Schuman (The Sartorialist) any less interesting to watch. The novelty of seeing and hearing from the man behind the lens leads quickly into a fascinating ride-along and narration of his creative process and philosophy. Moreover, I thoroughly enjoy the reaction of [...]
Spectacle: Saying “I Do”….Not Want A Solitaire
Posted by Avril in fashion, spectacle on 04. Jan, 2011 | 2 Comments
Engagements are the new birthdays—haven’t you heard? For those of us in the late 20/early 30-something crowd, there’s pretty much one happening every other week. Except, instead of just posting some obligatory message on a Facebook wall, most women are also subject to the mandatory chit-chat that comes along with the announcement. “Have you set [...]
Spectacle: Will Frolick For Photos
Posted by Avril in Curiosities, fashion, spectacle on 15. Dec, 2010 | 2 Comments
Into every life, a little philosophic rain must fall. You know—the days when the tough questions settle in and it feels like things just won’t ever feel the same until you make peace with some kind of an answer. Questions like… “Does Queen Elizabeth ever wear pants? Does she even OWN any??” (Really. Does she?? [...]
Things we can’t live without
Posted by jessekg in fashion on 18. Nov, 2010 | 2 Comments
Have you ever wanted to do a highly skilled and extremely technical activity but were hindered by the sheer fact that you do not possess the proper attire to do so? Take, for instance, the difficult art of walking a dog. Simultaneously you must hold a leash in one hand, a take-out coffee cup in [...]
Skinny guys are out, deems Fashion
Posted by Anupa in Curiosities, fashion on 18. Oct, 2010 | 0 Comments
Finally, the fashion industry is coming around to what I’ve been saying for years: skinny guys suck!* According to this story in the New York Times, the scrawny hipster is out and burly, manly men are back in. This is probably more in line with the other size-related fashion spin of the season, “Boobs are [...]
