Wear those girls high even though some may criticize.
I cannot count the number of comments I have received over the high-waisted jeans I wear. Girls, I say, bodies are hot. Why not show them off? What are these big mouthed haters of the high waisted jeans afraid of?
There is nothing more hot and fashionable than breaking it up and there is nothing more rock'n roll than not givin' a shit.
Yeah babies bringing it back!! 70s high-waisted pants are one of the many reasons I love the 70s (and early 80s). 'Cus women looked like women in the media and fashion, and curves was what was hot.
Let us not forget girls Joan jet says it best. Plus she knows how to rock the high-waisted jeans.
This musical seed was first planted very very late on New Year's Eve--rather more like very very early in the morning of New Year's Day (2011)--when 5x5's Ra Ra played a wild impromptu gig with the always resplendently dressed Los Saicos in a delightfully seedy artist-run studio. They met over guitar amp, drum kit, and microphone, and it was magical. Seeing as Ra Ra promptly abandoned the snowy streets of Toronto for the sensuous heat of Thailand, Los Saicos turned to me (Margot, otherwise Monosodium Glutamate) for some guitarly gratification.
After one jam session, Los (henceforth known as Diatribe Tuberculosis) announced that we promptly need an official band name because he booked us a show. With two other bands. Uptown. In a Frozen Yogurt shop.
Thus, Destroylet was conceived. With two other members in tow--dubbed Menacing Maple Syrup and Enlightened Child--we cruised on in to this brightly lit, family friendly establishment (which had been expecting an acoustic folk night) with stacks of amps and electric guitars aplenty, getting ready to play songs that were, let's just say, unfit for the sensitive ears of the gaggle of children waiting patiently with their yogurt while we set up.
Destroylet did not hesitate to make an impact on the eyes, either. After a quick wardrobe change, Diatribe trooped out in my Gucci-esque zippered leather tights, a tassled tie-dye shirt, and the most amazing pentagram pendant that would have sent any goth rocker into transports of sinister delight. Enlightened Child sported the sweetest high-waisted polkadot shorts with a simple white tee (good thinking!), and that sheet black hoisery was the (yogurt) icing on the cake. I chose to go all out for this one with my 50s cherry dress, complete with tulle underskirt and all, but toned it down all modern-like with my mean shoulder-padded leather jacket. Taking it all the way to the next level was Menacing Maple Syrup, who came out in his favourite Beefheart t-shirt and reggae towel. Yep, a reggae towel.
Left to Right: Enlightened Child, Margot, Diatribe, MMS
5x5 is not really sure how Destroylet will top this, but cannot wait to find out.
Living in a foreign (non-english speaking,'developing') country ain't a piece of cake.
So when tasked with sourcing fabric for 555's Spring launch, I was up for a challenge.
The night before though, I had broken up with my ultra-shitty Thai boyfriend for the 50th time--screaming over balconies, cryin' in the street, whole bit.
I woke up, hungover. Draggin a heavy heart. Dreading the small crowded alley-ways of Bangkok's Sam Peng fabric market--a seething mass in 40 degree weather.
Today was the only day I was going to be in Bangkok, so it was pass or fail, win or die trying.
oh god! which buttons????
I got to the market by 10 am. Where to start? My bangs have already plastered to my forehead with sweat and every time someone brushes against me, I wanna punch faces.
Get your shit together, Ra Ra, I kept coaxing myself...but how was I to pick 555 Babe Gear when I felt like a hopeless fuck head?
I found some crappy stool to sit down on, squished against some random fabric and an old lady selling dried bananas. Almost at the point of defeat......
And then. A miracle.
My Sharona. Starts Playing. Across the market.
Wooooooo!!!!!!!!! Dun na na na na na... Jump up...Dun na na na na na...do a little dance... Dun na na na na na.....Feel myself coming alive...Dun na na na na na....My Sharona!!!
555 Babe Gear here I come! Get the fuck outta my way (please).
8 hours later, MISSION ACCOMPLISHED. Proceeded to drink some beers with the lady vendors.
For 5x5's GRRL series, Lola's pick of HAWT insane bitches has to go to Concetta Kirschner, the bad ass behind Princess Superstar.
She started in 1994 and hasn't looked back.
Princess Superstar mixes hip hop and electro beats setting her bar high as a white female rapper. She also finds the time to fly around the world to dj hott jams that will make any girl hott in the pants.
When it comes to fashion she is classic with a side of 'I don't give a fuck'. Knowing she is a total babe, she rocks everything like her own. She is on 'the do's' 100% of the time.
Only a talented hot blonde can rock this with out looking like a total waste bag.
What a babe! mixing a classic 1930's face vale with a lace tank.
Hipstered out! (while the term lasts), or a 13 year old emo kids wet dream.
Fun fact not only is she a talented trend setting babe she is also a vegan!
After a meeting with the video director guy at 555 Richmond St. Toronto, HK headed over to The Cadillac Lounge for a meeting with the manager dude. We had some time to kill between meetings so Robature III suggested we check out The Public Butter, an awesome vintage shop right beside the Cadillac on Queen St. west.
The shop was open late and there was a great big sale sign in the front window. What more could you ask for?!
Let's see what we've got here.... Silk screened rock T's and the obligatory printed baby rocker gear placed neatly on the table near the front. The store was studded with retro furniture including the sweet green leather sofa in the front window.
This tasseled yellow shirt and sequin encrusted blouses were priced at just under $20
Scarf Display
No self respecting vintage shop would be complete without some sweet scarves and belts. These accessories can take a dull and drab outfit to the next level.
Belts: skinny, stretchy and studded
Skinny, stretchy and studded, all the belts were priced at $20. There were some real charmers in this collection let me tell you.
Buffalo Check in green, red, blue and black
All winter clothes, including fur and sheepskin coats were half off. This lovely collection of wool buffalo check were on offer for 10 bucks a piece. Some vintage L.L. Bean anyone?
The shop's prices were reasonable and the selection was well organized and diverse for both guys and gals. The sale prices were definitely an incentive to pick up some cozy winter gear despite the promise of springs near arrival.
This rocker will definitely be taking another churn at the Public Butter in the near future.
JYD
Bonus Track: JYD takes this casual Sunday look and makes it go the distance: a buffalo check shirt paired with a carefully chosen pirate scarf.
The excitement of picking out the perfect pair of frilly panties, that oh so cheeky thong and matching camisole top, or demi cup bra is a very special thrill.
There is a confidence that comes from pulling up a silky thigh-high stocking and clipping on the garter. Ouch!
Let's face it, half the fun of a romantic evening is getting all dressed up. It's all about feeling sexy and special for yourself.
Here are a few styles to inspire the evening's activities:
Going out for drinks? How about a slip dress? You can find them at a vintage shop or even good ol' Value Village. Layer a tank under neath, strap on a belt and you're pure sex appeal.
Marilyn Monroe pulled it off in her 1953 movie "Niagra." Meeting the girls for drinks never felt so sexy.
Quite a departure from our last loose and rawkin’ lady--Wendy O--our next installment of 5x5 GRRL spotlights the iconic French star Brigitte Bardot.
5x5 is smitten with this kitten, even though it may not be because of her career. We know she was in some movies, did some modelling, and that she dabbled in pop music. She began to gain popularity in America as early as the 1950s (!) and has since haunted our fashion subconscious.
Her legacy is nothing to be scoffed at. Ladies, you may not have been struttin’ your beach bods in bikinis if it weren’t for this gal. Or baring your shoulders in loosely draped tops. She had a hand in making gingham popular too-- she wore a pink gingham wedding dress for Pete’s sake!
I would also like to note some of her more daring fashion choices, like the cut-out chainmail minidress and matching headdress she rocks (or rather, chimes) in this video. Makes you think Kate Bush, doesn't it? Only this is from 1967!
But personally, my favourite thing about Bardot is her ability to make you salivate even in just a pair of corduroys and a rough-knit sweater.
5x5 is on the lookout for a GRRL after every girl's heart.
So RA RA and I were having a conversation on FB and I asked her if she saw the picture of these totally amazing boots I found in a second-hand store in Cambridge, Ontario.
me -
see those boots!!
8:51pm
ya
8:51pm
amazing!
8:51pm
ridiculous
8:51pm
so mad i couldn't get them
the ankle was all small and shit...
broke me heart
8:52pm
hate that
so, like, should you do a post on that?
8:52pm
i was thinking about it
like how you see something you love
and before you even know it fits you already
imagine how much better yr life would be
8:53pm
YES
8:53pm
what you would do with them
where you would go with them
how much better you would feel in them
8:54pm
ahhahah
8:54pm
all to be taken away...
8:54pm
do it do it
8:54pm
so heart breaking... you think you'll never find another pair