The Model

As subtle as they are, I based today's outfit around the frill ankle socks I am wearing on my feet. But I didn't want to look like I got lost in Candyland (aka Katy Perry's awful video for California Gurls, pardon the repulsive intentional misspelling) so I wore it with my goth jams sequin ribcage dress. Rodarte for Target has got me covered in the 'weird' department, I can clarify that.

I've been obsessively listening to Big Black for the past little while. Steve Albini has done the sound engineering for some of my favourite bands ever (Pixies, Nirvana, PJ Harvey) so its kind of shocking that I hadn't really heard his music before. I like my music to have the intensity of a noise apocalypse and Big Black's drum-machine hardcore sound certainly delivers. Plus, there is no better album title on Earth than 'Songs About Fucking'.

I wish that I knew what I know now...

This look is definitely an updated take on winter classics: I've worn this sweater and my purple Docs about a bazillion times on this blog already but they're both statement pieces, perfect for beating the winter blues. I say an 'updated' look because of the peter pan collar, which is definitely a more recent obsession of mine. Sparkles, Doc Martens and peter pan collars = this outfit is pretty much life defining.

 

A continued huge thank you to my roommate Jess, who has been responsible for my outfit pics as of late. She has a legendary habit of wearing two different coloured socks, and it always brightens up my day.

Sleeping in your bed.

The legendary Rodarte for Target ribcage sequin dress strikes again! I love this piece, but I rarely wear it because its a little too shiny for day time, and a little too weird for night time. Plus, the last time I wore it somebody asked me if I was wearing a costume. Seriously.

I also have a new artistic obsession: Alex Gross. His paintings are really powerful and twisted and beautiful in a way that speaks to the anti-materialist in me. It's Buy Nothing Day tomorrow, so here is some food for thought.

Also, I'm lucky to be participating in Teen Vogue's new fashion blog project!! They are compiling outfit posts from a lot of groovy blogs and posting them all on the Fashion Click website. Give it a look!

Whistle Snap

There is now living proof that I have entered the life stage of an advanced geriatric about 60 years too early – new thrifted granny shoes! They are sort of an odd combination of loafers, moccasins and boat shoes which is a quirky combination that I happen to enjoy. Also, I felt like I haven't been exploiting the sequins in my wardrobe as much as they'd like me to so I felt like taking this little jacket number out for a spin. Lastly, I'm wearing the new American Apparel 'riding pants'. For those who asked, they are basically stretchy high-waisted leggings with a zipper and snaps. If you're looking for real pants than you can forget about them, but seeing as I hate wearing real pants (jeans are so constricting!) they're perfect for me.

Exquisite Corpse

It's been an awful long while since I've worn anything with sequins on it, and I decided that needed to be remedied immediately. I wore the sweater with my new AA disco pants to create a shiny tacky-trash vibe that probably belongs in the 80s but I keep resurrecting it. The weather has been depressing me lately, which is probably why I'm wearing all black. Also, I need a break from school. This shiz is driving my batty.

Idaho

For this super funky hippy art class I'm taking, I had to create something based on what animal I believe that I resemble the most. I chose to create an outfit based on a peacock, 'cause we're both vain/appearance oriented (hey, isn't admitting it the first step to recovery?). The plaid shirt and Navajo-print skirt fit in with the blue-green peacock-y colour scheme, and I added the sequins for a little extra flash. It's clearly the best class ever when I can take a creative outfit picture and I'll get marked on it.

Seriously, this class is insane. For part of the final project, I'm creating doll clothes that will belong to characters in a short story I have to write. One of the outfits I made is a dress covered entirely in fake flowers.

Education is the best.

Prejudice won't keep you warm tonight.

I wore my shiny Thursday best to go see a late showing of Youth in Revolt last night. Seriously, I don't care if Michael Cera is the Keanu Reeves of awkward teen films - he always manages to charm the pants off me! It wasn't an amazing movie but it did have its moments. "I want to tickle your bellybutton from the inside!" My sense of humour is seriously skewed.

PS - Does anyone want to discuss how utterly revolting this "Why I Hate Fashion" article is?

Crack on the Head

Last weekend, I was browsing around in the Coach store (because poor folks can dream too!) and I stumbled upon the best bag in the universe. It was the perfect size and covered in SILVER SEQUINS.

I know this website picture makes it look horrible and cheap, but it was marvelous, I swear! That, or I'm simply blinded by shiny things. Seriously, there are a lot of horrible things that I'd probably do to get my hands on sequin encrusted articles of clothing.

Noir Ohio Vintage knows what's up!

PJ Harvey is amazing AND she wears sequins? Double whammy!




I have an alter ego. She is a disco ball. Darn right I'd wear every single shiny thing showcased here all together!

Heaven Knows

C'mon, you didn't think I'd let the new year get away without a lil SEQUIN MADNESS, did you?

I bought this ridiculously 80s/trashy Joan Rivers sequin top this summer, but only got around to wearing it now. Its waaay over the top, but I tried to tone it down all classy-like with the Audrey Hepburn cigarette pants and brogues.

Yep, 2009 was a really enlightening year and I enjoyed just about every moment of it but I have a few goals that are just going going to push 2010 over the edge! I am so ready for LIFE right now.

(The sulky face is just for show, I'm really feeling quite excellent.)

Wicked Month

Exams have turned me into a bit of a batty old shut-in, but I only have one more to go! Last night I actually managed to cram in a bit of social time, having somewhat forgot what the feeling of 'having friends' is actually like. We finally finished watching Suspiria, the watched all of Inauguration of the Pleasure Dome which somehow led us to watching gross-out videos of Bot fly larvae. My mind was a bit like jelly after all that - it was a lot to take in!

Taking a bit of a break to go do some Christmas shopping (a task I abhor) and then rub my nose against the grindstone until it bleeds.

you gotta take your chances, if you plan on staying free

Last week was definitely an 'off-week' for me fashion-wise, so I feel the need to make up for it by dressing as outrageously as possible this week. This outfit is quite the hodgepodge; vintage Nirvana shirt from Elizabeth, pink dress from the Stylish Wanderer, ripped tights, ankle boots and a silver sequin scarf gifted from my roommate! I'm telling you, that girl is like my sequin fairy godmother.



I am so infatuated with this scarf that I had to take a number of photobooth pictures while fondling it, and worse yet - actually share them on the blog.

Come to think of it, this outfit was almost entirely free. I would make an awesome freegan, no?

Drink Milk

Some say that the Quest for the Holy Grail has something to do with Jesus and a cup. Others think it is a Monty Python movie. For me, it a hell of a lot shinier than that. After months of searching for a SEQUIN JACKET, salvation has finally come! Thanks to the eagle eyes of my beloved roommate (praise be to Tobi Reid), she spotted this sequin sweater for only $25 at the local consignment shop. Its so beautiful that I can't keep my hands off it. Let us rejoice!


Doc Martens and a plaid shirt, to add a little contrast to all that glitter.

Grow Up

Every time I wear all black, I feel like an imposter of Zana from Garbage Dress. For some reason, the black lace and sequin details of this tunic do not translate as well into pictures as I would like them to. Last night I was a gin soaked dance machine who broke it down to Lady Gaga. Today I felt lost on public transit while listening to The Fall. I love life.

Bad Romance

Today's outfit consists of a classic sequin sweater and jeans that "look like a cloudy day" according to a good friend of mine. I took it as a compliment, these jeans were incredibly fun to bleach.

So, I know the whole blogosphere is freaking out about Lady Gaga's new video for "Bad Romance" and I have to say, I'm freaking out right along with everyone else. The McQueen! The razorblade sunglasses! Lady Gaga truly exists in a theatre of the ridiculously absurd. She is an entertaining spectacle to behold and to some extent, live vicariouly through. Perhaps in an alternate universe, I could serve as one of her backup dancers in a white PVC catsuit?

Why oh why did I not go see her live when I had the chance?

Vivaldi Allegro

I have dubbed this jacket to be 'The Most Perfect Creation of a Jacket That Has Ever Been Summoned Into Existence on this Earth'. The only problem? It sold on eBay for $200. I seriously don't have the money or patience for this eBay shit. I need to get my hands on a sequin jacket, and I need to get my hands on one soon. If anyone has a sparkly bit of goodness lying at the back of their closet that is in need of some lovin', please send me an email with a picture of the jacket in question at eloquentseriatim(at)hotmail(dot)com. I am definitely willing to pay for the goods if I'm interested - just not $200...

Better than a cadillac.

The time has finally come. You have all passed the test, and are are ready to be introduced to my new SUPERCALIFRAGISISTICEXPILADOCIOUS sequin sweater.

Here it is! I totally dressed for comfort that day and just decided to the the sweater do all the talking for me. Imagine if the sweater could actually talk??? I bet it would have a lot of fabulous things to say. I might even stop talking entirely and just let the sweater take over.

Handsome Devil

(the Selby, Jak + Jil, other sites I can't quite recall)

And She Was...

After not having gone thrifting for months, the urges got so strong that I finally broke down and went to Value Village last week. And am I ever glad I went! The purpose of today's outfit is to display these finds (and you know, look good). My first excellent find was this black drape-y vest, which is cool because its unusual to find avant-garde draped stuff at thrift stores. My second excellent find was this pair of brown cowboy ankle boots! I've been looking for something like these for ages, and I'm glad I finally found my perfect match.

My third thrift find is so epic, that I can only reveal part of it so the epic-ness does not blow your mind. Yes, it is a sweater. It is a sequin sweater. If I could spin all of my life's accomplishments into sweater form, this would be the one.