BACK IN BLACK/fingerless leather gloves from jimsinn

I know it's been a while since my last post, but after a recent, amazing and most influential trip to Japan, I can only say that I have been overwhelmed by the feeling of being drunk on inspiration. So, I'm back and here to bring you on a trip through my crazy and twisted world...you may want to hold on, this may be a bumpy yet very fun ride.

p.s. Did you notice the Attack on Titan swag straight from Japan?

avelon pop denim

hm blazer

hm button down

gucci belt

carrera sunglasses

j75 strong boots

leather fingerless gloves found at jimsinn 

belt chain found on the streets of harajuku

attack on titan key chain found on the streets of asakusa

RIDE/icon elsinore boots

It's about that time of the year when I take that last ride before filling the gas tank with Sea Form and placing the battery on a tender only to fill the air with the low hum of electricity and provide the battery with a steady stream of nutrients while awaiting the world around me to unthaw. 

I know...she's old, the bike that is, but she's mine and I can't bring myself to replace her. She even bares the scars of the tough times we've been through. Although temperamental at times, she is still true to me. So I keep her and each time I pull back the choke, turn the ignition key and press the starter and the loud roar of the engine rings in my ears I still smile like it was the first time we met. 

Remember, safety first kids...although, you don't see it in the pics, I do wear a helmet whenever I ride.

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h&m biker jacket 

h&m motorcycle denim 

deter only in america tee

icon elsinore boots

wwii raf goggles

ray ban sunglasses

kawasaki zx6-r

ALMOST LIKE MCQUEEN/avelon pop jeans

I still can't get enough of these Avelon pop jeans...dressed up, dressed down, it doesn't matter they still look good. I fell asleep in them the other day, so I woke up looking good! I don't wear this wasitcoat very often, but it's a great one! I bought it in Paris and Amanda thought I had to add it to my wardrobe as it was very Mcqueen...and she was right! 

These Carrera sunglasses are my new accessory of the season...and yes, I fell asleep wearing them as well.  

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avelon pop jeans

marc jacobs braces

h&m blazer

h&m waistcoat

h&m button down

carrera sunglasses

perry ellis tie

LEATHER, LIES & VIDEOTAPE/avelon pop jeans

When I saw these Avelon jeans online...I had to have them. The strips of leather on the legs are brilliant! I know you can't tell in the pics, but there are are tears that are sewn back together using leather on the inside. This is one purchase I don't regret...

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avelon pop jeans

maison martin margiela for h&m belt jacket

modern amusement tee

bb bruno bordese washed leather boots

SHADOW PLAY/custo barcelona hoodie

I know you can't see a lot of detail in these pics, but if you could I wouldn't be able to title this 'Shadow Play.' I love this Custo hoodie...reminds me of Spain oh so very much. I have really been on a hoodie buying streak lately. I even just received another in the mail recently. I will post it soon, but before I do I'm already thinking of a pair of Cinzia Araia shoes I need to add to my wardrobe

Check out Amanda at Dollhouse Vacancy here...SEE/femme

custo barcelona hoodie 

h&m blazer

love moschino denim 

h&m quilted tee

show your m style wolf snap back 

BLEACH, GUNS, LEATHER & LOVE/love moschino denim

I just received these denim pants from a recent online shopping spree. I love the rough, raw feeling and the dirty bleached treatment is amazing! See that dark tunnel in the shot? ...that's the manifestation of the long standing feud between me, glitter and sequins. Let's just say we don't see 'eye to eye.'

Check out Amanda here...SEE/femme

remix line ysl tee

marc jacobs braces

h&m hooded cardigan

dirty english fingerless leather gloves

show your m style wolf snap back

love moschino denim 

h&m blazer

zuriick spina boots

UNPOLISHED/h&m biker jacket

 I love this jacket! There's just something about it...I need another, but in a rough leather. I don't want it to look perfect and polished. If you know of any, let me know!

Check out Amanda's sweet find from Wasteland in LA here... SEE/femme

h&m biker jacket

raf simons denim 

dirty english fingerless leather gloves

marc jacobs selma tee

rayban aviators 

BACK IN BLACK/zuriick spina boots

I've seen these Zuriick boots before and I this time I finally made the move to purchase them...which was more of an technological glitch, but I can't say I regret it and I like them even more in person! So, I placed these boots in my online shopping cart and just expected to think of any reason why I shouldn't buy them...we have all been here before, the impulse purchase and before making the move, the thoughts of why you shouldn't do this dance through your head. Since I figured I had some time to ponder the reality of purchasing these boots, I'm sure you could imagine my surprise when I looked at my phone to see an alert thanking me for my purchase! 

It was as though these boots were telling me that they wanted to come see me. (note to self...don't save a card number on a frequently visited site again.) With only the ability to modify the shipping address...it was as though it was meant to be.

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ceasare paciotti 4us sunglasses

nicholas k elliot pant

h&m cardigan 

forest tee

maison martin margiela for h&m keyring necklace

zuriick spina boots

h&m blazer

DID YOU GET THAT SWEATER IN ICELAND?/maison martin margiela for h&m sweater

No, I didn't get this sweater in Iceland... I found it on super sale at h&m for $20! I know it does look very similar to the sweaters that you could purchase in Iceland...and yes, you read that right, this crazy Maison Martin Margiela sweater was found at h&m for $20! It was brutally cold for a few days here in Denver and this sweater was my best friend. While it kept me warm I could only think about how I can't believe I scored this for so cheap.

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maison martin margiela for h&m sweater

zara man leather pants

bb bruno bordese washed leather boots

hat purchased on the streets of buenos aires

asos cable knit cuffs 

 

3D DIGITAL/maison martin margiela belt jacket

Grab your 3D glasses because this post will be as though I'm right there with you! Each shot is in IMAX 3D...actually, I'm joking, but if you do have some old retro red and blue 3D glasses and I am in 3D, let me know. I just wanted to add a cool effect to these pics. 

It's really been getting cold here and I thought that I could be just as cool as Rodarte by playing with knits and leather to stay warm. I like the unconventional mix of materials as those Rodarte sisters are brilliant! 

Considering the world didn't end on the 21st, I suppose we should all begin to prepare ourselves for 2013...where the heck did 2012 go? I have plans for 2013, so bring it on! 

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stinky rat tee

maison martin margiela for h&m belt jacket

h&m cable knit scarf

maison martin margiela for h&m leather belt

raf by raf simons denim

UNDERCOVER/maison martin margiela for h&m belt jacket

 This is like a modern day Starsky and Hutch...except there's no Hutch and I don't drive Gran Torino; Heck, I'm not even Starsky.

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modern amusement bird tee

desigual denim

maison martin margiela for h&m belt jacket autumn/winter 2007/2008

a.j. morgan sunglasses

patricia field holster wallet

dirty english fingerless leather gloves

GARMENTS IN BAGS/ maison martin margiela for h&m

If you haven't seen the Maison Martin Margeila for H&M collection yet...then why are you reading this?! You need to go there now and check it out!  Sure, it's a rehash of past collections, but for this to be brought to H&M with such amazing detail and craftsmanship is absolutely amazing! 

So, I'm sure you are wondering what I bought? I have opted for something a bit different...it's a garment bag from the collection worn as a scarf. Complete with all the numbers counting down to the release of the collection. Now, if I could just get that belt jacket...things would be complete.

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h&m suit

fno 2010 tee

joseph abboud tanner in black shoes

marc by marc jacobs canvas tote

maison martin margiela for h&m garment bag used as a scarf