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"We Stay High" snap-up jacket, Siren's Song tank top, and sterling Baphomet ring courtesy of Actual Pain, No Future cutoffs w/ tights, Alexander Wang Beatle boots, Alexandra Cassaniti newspaper clutch, XL jasper stone ring, DIY bone necklace, tooth/hair earring courtesy of L.S.D., BDG cashmere beanie, Ray-Ban aviators.
Posts have been sporadic for two reasons: 1) Bobby, my default photographer, is on tour in Europe. "Last Rites" dropped on Tuesday -- hooray! You can grab a copy here. 2) All of my time has been consumed by Käärme. But that is okay, because the pieces are looking awesome.
How amazing is the baphomet ring by Actual Pain? The new collection, Icons of a New Mythology, is sick -- how could I resist this jacket? And a few other warm-weather "basics," of course ...
Here is a photo of me & my husband from the latest issue of SPIN magazine:
It was so great working with SPIN and I'd like to thank David Marchese for the copious amounts of time he devoted to traveling & research in order to write this article, the SPIN photo crew, and all of the designers (Straight to Hell, UNIF, Angela Monaco, Actual Pain, Adelina Mictlan, and Blood Milk) who helped style the shoot. You can read the article here.
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Pleasure Principle wide neck sweatshirt poncho (Stand Up Comedy), Proenza Schouler open-back wedges (Opening Ceremony), Storm Tharp unisex poncho (Stand Up Comedy), Proenza Schouler black leather tote (La Garconne), Ann Sofie-Back raised shoulder pad sweatshirt (Stand Up Comedy), Maison Martin Margiela 11 magnet necklace (Oki-Ni), Barbara Gongini fur bag (I Don't Like Mondays), Dress & Co. Inverness M-65 jacket (Opening Ceremony), Barbara Gongini spike ring (I Don't Like Mondays), Damir Doma Typha silk mix leggings (LN-CC), Chanel suspenders (RSVP Gallery), Cockney Rejects t-shirt (Angry, Young, and Poor), Isaac Reina Radical classic clutch (Stand Up Comedy), Chris Habana cage bracelet (I Don't Like Mondays), Dress & Co grey stole jacket (Opening Ceremony), Skingraft shearling biker jacket in grey (Skingraft), Anti ring by RottenFresh (Not Just a Label), Alexander Wang Noemi combat bootie (La Garconne), The Defector leather jacket by Straight to Hell in blue (Angry, Young, and Poor), Dark + Dawn for Blood is the New Black "You're Welcome" signet ring (Blood is the New Black).
I really can't get over those rings ... or that Storm Tharp poncho. Or that damn Proenza Schouler tote. That Chris Habana collection really got to me also -- I have the hinged cage ring and it is amazing (more on that later).
Can you sense I have a sterling silver/crazy jewelry fetish? Obviously. Speaking of which, look below and enter to win a pair of amazing asymmetrical cross earrings by L.S.D.
What are you wishing for under your tree? We're getting ours tomorrow.
&hearts
bootleg Anthrax shirt, denim vest, Alexander Wang beatle boots, Jas M.B. leather shopper, Ray Ban aviators. Accessories: Foti x Chrome Hearts sterling & leather necklace, talon ring courtesy of Leviticus, sterling silver eagle ring courtesy of Alberto Juan, essence of two earring courtesy of L.S.D., Gareth Pugh scythe ring, sterling/onyx frog knuckle ring.
Several people have commented and emailed me asking for a makeup tutorial on my everyday makeup. Let me know if any of you guys are into that, and I will make a video. Have a peaceful evening .. &hearts
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I'VE GOT A FEVER AND THE ONLY PRESCRIPTION IS:
Clockwise from top left: Alexander Wang platform boots via Colette, Kokon To Zai beetlejuice heels, KTZ devil muscle shirt from Bitching and Junkfood, Wild Fox faux fur & leather jacket by Lirfons at Not Just A Label, Jeffrey Campbell "Stevie" boots via Nasty Gal, Givenchy crown of thorns necklace, Rodarte bracelet for Opening Ceremony, Acne resort 2011 leather boots, Alexander Wang flame clutch, the Black And White T-Shirt by Patrickmohr for Not Just A Label, Robert Clergerie wedges, DOOM 2-finger knuckle ring by Adelina Mictlan.
Rodarte t-shirt, Alexander Wang sweatpants, Rick Owens boots, vintage flannel, BOYY Slash bag, DKNY shades.
Junk pile: Gifted sterling unisex eagle and XL skull rings by Alberto Juan, oxidized sterling 2-finger hummingbird skull ring courtesy of Blood Milk, Forever 21 cross ring, Margiela powder-coated brass "diamond" bracelet & ring, gifted 2-finger chain ring w/ crosses by Ferociter, Swiss Army watch, gifted essence of two earring by L.S.D., sterling/onyx rosary thumb ring, gifted sterling falcon skull ring by Blue Bayer, Marc Jacobs necklace w/ Erica Weiner & other custom charms.
These Alex Wang sweatpants have been a lifesaver during pregnancy; I never bothered buying any maternity clothes and just stuck to comfortable basics that I can wear post-pregnancy as well. These and my 3 Topshop maxi skirts have been my alternating bottoms lately. I threw them on yesterday with my Rick Owens fin wedges and my Radarte tee to run some errands.
I just recently discovered that the detachable chain strap on my BOYY bag can be clipped up to be made short. I like it better long, but that's still pretty cool regardless; I think this may be my favorite leather bag. It's smaller than my other bags (which prevents me from hauling around too much useless shit) and ridiculously versatile. This is what my hair looks like when I just wash it, brush it out, and let it air dry. I like it better wavy, but I've been slummin' it a lot recently. Having a ton of long hair in this humid weather is totally not fun, and I always fantasize of chopping it all off into a boy-cut. However, I'd probably just look like a little Dutch boy and would regret it terribly, thus I suffer with all of this hair.
Cutting it short today -- I need to finish up a few DIY projects for the nursery. We've been racing against the clock trying to get everything done before baby decides to arrive ... which hopefully is soon, because I can't carry this big belly around in this heat for much longer! Be well. &hearts
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I GOT A FEVER AND THE ONLY PRESCRIPTION IS NOT MORE COWBELL, BUT:
Left to right, top to bottom: Rick Owens leather jacket, TopShop a/w '10 leather spiked hat, Givenchy Pandora, Eddie Borgo beartrap ring (rose gold or silver plz), Proenza Schouler f/w '10 boots (duh), ridiculously large and amazing Westwood tote, Di$count ring for Meadowlark, green Westwood clutch, Proenza Schouler "paper bag" tote, Alex Wang Diego bucket bag, Phillip Lim two-tone leather jacket w/cuff detail, DSquared spine boots (DUH).
Random black & whites fyvp ...
Chanel aviators, custom surgical steel crucifix earring
custom tie-dyed silk blend cardigan hoodie, Topshop dress, Jil Sander shades, Phi boots, Jas M.B. leather shopper, H&M scarf, the prophet bronze owl claw pendant courtesy of Blood Milk
vintage Hendrix Experience shirt, various accessories
DIY patched denim vest, Givenchy studded flats, Marc Jacobs bag
I'm working on modifying a pretty sick studded vest ... just need to get the back "artwork" finished. Once it's completed, I'll share. More soon; have a fantastic Tuesday! &hearts
EDITED TO ADD: I am selling these fantastic Proenza Schouler purple satin slingbacks that are BRAND NEW and will come with their original box. I don't like hocking things on here, but I can't deal with eBay's ridiculousness right now. These are gorgeous with sculpted heels and peep-toes with a halter-style buckle on the back straps. It pains me to sell these but they're just a little too small for me (late term pregnancy=swollen feet). Size 38, will fit a 37.5 best. $200. Email halcoholic@gmail.com if interested. Thank you!
Since we're in the process of a move and Bobby is on tour, I've spent the past week packing and moving little by little .. this calls for a do-rag and some pretty sloppy attire. Since I've pretty much been living in that and all of my decent clothes are packed away, here are some black & whites to tide you over. We'll be situated soon, and I have a few spectacular new pieces I'm excited to share. In the meantime, don't forget to sign up for my Blood Milk pendant giveaway ... there's still a week left!
old Violent Society tour shirt
Topshop maxi, Jil Sander shades, Rodarte t-shirt, Aldo wedges, Jas M.B. bag
Alexander Wang beatle boots, Alexandra Cassaniti money bag
Gareth Pugh scythe ring, Robert Lee Morris x Andy Warhol suicide jumper pendant
Custom aviators, various accessories
Junya Watanabe denim jacket, Juicy Couture jeans, Marni wedges
Ray-Ban aviators, various accesories
Ann Demeulemeester triple-lace boots, vintage AC/DC shirt
vintage David Ackerman boots, Jas M.B. leather clutch
Also, my partners and I speculate that the initial web-exclusive pieces for MeineLiebe will be available for sale in September. I'm blown away by the designs so far and can't wait to wear them myself!
Hope you're all having a wonderful weekend. &hearts
Alexander Wang "Anouck" beatle boots, Alexandra Cassaniti money bag, camo Moonblood shirt, DIY shredded stockings, custom Ralph Lauren oversized glasses (1st photo), custom vintage bronze-tinted wire aviators (4th photo); Accessories: Pamela Love dagger rosary, gifted Leviticus, gifted Summer Adeline, Blood Milk (brass talon earrings), Foti by Chrome Hearts, Forever 21, vintage & other custom designs.
Right-hand rings L to R: gifted sterling silver ram head courtesy of Summer Adeline, gifted black gold "talon" ring courtesy of Leviticus, vintage sterling/onyx, vintage sterling/onyx rosary thumb ring. Left-hand rings L to R: Forever 21 cross, custom sterling "armor" knuckle ring, white gold black & white diamond buckle ring. Foti by Chrome Hearts leather/sterling silver necklace (as bracelet).
I haven't taken the Leviticus ring off since I received it; thank you so very much to Tara for sending it to me. The oxidized finish wears off to reveal the gold underneath, achieving a very cool patina. This design also comes in plain sterling silver. Leviticus' creations are absolutely stunning and very versatile. I can't wait to see what they plan on offering in the future.
I just got these Alex Wang boots, and I have to say they're probably my new favorite shoes next to my Ann D strappy wedges. My pair is in the brown/gray distressed color scheme, but they also come in regular black. The leather is so supple -- not droopy, just really soft -- and the cut-out heel with the chrome panel nailed ontop sets them apart from any other standard pair of beatle boots. They also have an elastic panel with black leather strips sewn on for flexibility, and black braided leather detail at the back, behind the pull-on tabs. Just as one would think they couldn't get any better, they also have arch support for optimum comfort.
These kicks are my first piece of Alex Wang, and I'm totally sold. Just a warning if you're planning on purchasing: size up one whole size. They run VERY small. I normally take a 37.5 or a 38, and these are a 39 and fit perfectly. They're such exquisite boots; I just adore them.
I attached this cheesy fur fox tail to my Alexandra Cassaniti money bag, just to enhance the tackiness factor and make it even more conspicuous. Don't get too excited: if you robbed me, all you'd get is about 20 lip glosses, a medical insurance card, a Starbucks gift card, my husband's old lyric sheets, and about 5 pairs of glasses.
Custom Ray Ban tinted aviators. Yes, black metal elitists, I'm wearing a Moonblood shirt. Yes I actually listen to Moonblood. Sorry if this isn't kvlt enough for your liking. FOAD &hearts And no, I'm not racist. Come on, seriously.
My dear friend Amanda has started a blog, The Malcontent Yogini. If you're into yoga or just good, sardonic writing in general, check her out.
Also, don't forget you can keep track of Halcoholic on Facebook; this includes site update notifications, unseen photos, and updates on MeineLiebe (which will have its own site very soon: shopmeineliebe.com). On the topic of MeineLiebe, I am floored at the designs so far and am so excited to see them worn on other people (and myself, of course). We have made vast progress and are just working on some finishing touches, so our webshop will be up sooner than we had originally thought. I vow to keep you updated!
Lastly, I am very honored to have been chosen for the June/July "Blogger of the Moment" (issue #11) for Fringe Indie Magazine. Keep checking back with Fringe to see the feature on Halcoholic, which includes an interview and photos.
Have a safe, fantastic weekend! xo
