20110429

ROTTING AS THEY BREATHE.







Topshop striped maxi skirt, DIY Death shirt, flannel button-up (?), Balenciaga boots, Karen Walker sunglasses, Givenchy bag, all jewelry courtesy of L.S.D.



I received a parcel in the mail from New Zealand -- this is always a good thing, because they're usually from either Karen Walker, Stolen Girlfriends Club, or Lotte Burkhart, the woman behind Little Sister Designs. Lotte was extremely generous and sent me these 3 stunning pieces from her new collection. I am never, ever disappointed with L.S.D. Ms. Burkhart uses only the finest of materials (the ring is HEAVY solid sterling) and I love the way she oxidizes her pieces. I got tons of compliments on the jewelry yesterday when I attended the Ivan Grundahl a/w '11 trunk show at Joan Shepp. That is where I picked up these gorgeous Balenciaga boots, along with a few other goodies. Very, very happy b-day to me!





I adore these boots. They're so un-sexy (Bobby hates them), but so very, very me. These are probably the most heavy-duty pair of boots I own. I love the shape of the buckles, the placement of the negative space, the Doc-inspired stitching at the sole ... perfection! I'll be getting a lotttt of wear out of these.



I want to thank NYLON Japan for giving me a blogger award in their current issue; I am so pleased! If someone has a scan of the photo and interview of me from that issue, I would be eternally grateful to you for sending it to me at hal.e.liebling@gmail.com.



Aside from that, I have a pretty awesome giveaway courtesy of Full Breach 77 approaching this week, so you might want to lurk follow me on Bloglovin' for a hot minute to get on that.



The Käärme website is now up, you will all get a look at the summer collection in about 3 weeks, and the pieces will be available for sale shortly after that. Finally! I can't tell you how happy I am with this collection. Considering it is my first, I think it's pretty fucking awesome. Sick, wicked, twisted, and dark. I just love it. But of course, I'm totally biased. So, see for yourself in May :)

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26 comments:

Cara said...

You have THE Balenciaga boots! I am beyond jealous right now. They look amazing on you, I have to say.

(sorry if i'm a bit late on this)
HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO YOU <3<3<3

inkarlcerating said...

i love u!! everyuthing u wear is so free spirited and inspiration

inkarlcerating said...

*inspirational

Mitchie said...

i LOVE oxidized silver-

Karen said...

oh my GOD I cant believe you have those boots. i would kill for them.

STOP IT RIGHT NOW said...

HAPPPPPY BDAY BUDS McGEEEEE!!!!! hearts hearts hearts and farts.

BALENCIAGA BEWTS @#&$%(!^#(*&@#^*&#$

minnja said...

Great style :))))

http://minnja.blogspot.com/

Izumihiiiflower said...

im crazy about your shoes <3

http://izumihiiiflower.blogspot.com

Tara Byakko. said...

Thank you for amazing blog !
Love your style !

Tara Byakko.
www.house-of-luxaeterna.com

Vivienne said...

dude I bloody love this look. Reminds me of school. Now going to look out old lycra headbands in my cupboard.
Really looking forward to your stuff by the way, expecting you will deliver, with a cherry on top :)

Major Barbara said...

Hal you look amazing,radiant..cant believe you just had a baby. Oh and can I have those boots? Never hurts to ask :-) xoxo

MB

MADELINE said...

Gah, those boots are amazing.

Claire Dub said...

This is so good, and I love the boots. They add enough raw to the more femme skirt that it all balances out. Excited for your project.

xx
Claire

Anonymous said...

god I covet those boots

Lu†lu said...

balenciaga shoes are sooooo good!

Your Only Black Swan said...

LOVING the thick stripes and the fact you're wearing a thick hand band too! killer outfit as usual!

x Lauren
youronlyblackswan.blogspot.com

Julia said...

Love the outfit, the to-die-for boots and uh, your nosering. Makes me miss mine...
xo

DAWN said...

HAL I SAW YOU IN THE SPIN ARTICLE ABOUT YOUR HUSBAND AND SEARCHED YOUR NAME ON GOOGLE BECAUSE YOU SOUNDED SO LOVELY IN THE ARTICLE AND LOOKED SO BEAUTIFUL IN THE PHOTO.. I WAS STOKED TO SEE THAT YOU NOT ONLY HAVE THIS AWESOME FASHION BLOG, BUT YOUR ALSO LAUNCHING YOUR OWN CLOTHING LINE! YOU LOOK INCREDIBLE AND I SAW YOUR KAARME FLIP HATS AND A PIC OF *THE* RING, PEOPLE ARE GOING TO BE BLOWN AWAY. YOUR ORIGINAL AS HELL IN EVERY WAY, I CANT WAIT TO SEE THE REST OF THE COLLECTION AND PROBABLY SPEND MY ENTIRE SAVINGS ACCOUNT ON IT. YOU HAVE A NEW #1 FAN FOR SURE! MUCH LOVE FROM DAWN IN VEGAS.

Gina said...

girl I would KILL for your boots and I luuuuv the blue/blue thing going on here.

Dracula said...

Fuck yeah on the Death shirt.

Vera said...

damn cool boots.

Anonymous said...

I have been wondering, do you have family in Finland or where does come the name "käärme"?

I love your style, you sure have a unique style and great attitude!

Madison said...

I've been lusting after that ring for a while now so I'm really jealous (but happy for you of course!)! Great outfit as always!

ANDWHATELSEISTHERE said...

your style is consistenly inspiring the 90's grunge rock vibe in my bones. love your sense of coolness!

ANDWHATELSEISTHERE

SHOP

Marianne said...

aaah i am (of course) obsessed with those balenciaga boots but cannot find them online anywhere...! also love your boyy bag in the next post

Burton said...

balenciaga shoes are sooooo good!