"Fashion is the most powerful art there is. It's movement, design and architechture, all in one. It shows the world who we are, and who we want to be."

~ author unknown (stole from our friend L:)

Oh pingu~

I'm so obsessed with nail art. And penguins. So I thought I'd throw them on my nails. 

So the base coat was First Class Ticket from Chinaglaze

I did French White from Sally Hansen on top with Orange #2 from Urban Outfitters & Blackest Black from Revlon. 

 

I don't usually like crazy things on my nails. But I came across this tumblr which is pretty much quickly changing my mind. Wish my nails were this cool lookin' all the time ..

Si

the best way to feel better is to look at something pretty

So I think I have a slight ear infection. Ew, gross. I know. But on the bright side, it's only a pounding pain in my left ear and the rest of me is fine-ish. I've noticed how in the winter months, I pretty much have a permanent cold - which last year caught me the H1N1. All through high school, it ensured that I was miserable during exam period.

And this year it's stomach flu & ear infection. Hip hip horray. So I decided to take a "personal health day" off.

I don't know what most people do on these days - but I'm a nerd. So I catch up on all my deviantart. Which I do everyday anyways ... but more intensively on sick days. So I thought I'd share my favorites.

`Thienbao on Deviantart has been one of my favourites for as long as I can remember. 

There is just something about the way she paints which is absolutely gorgeous. 

When I was really really really getting into the whole graphic/web design blah blah thing back in high school, Vectoring (Illustrator) / Vexeling (Photoshop) was extremely popular. There were like whole communities dedicated to them - they might still exist now and I guess I just no longer follow them. But this one was done by my dear friend Stella aka `thursdaymorning. Who is not only a master of vexelling - but also of other really cool things.

Yah. She's supa cool. Now. 

I'm also insanely obsessed with this OMFG gorgeous girl Victoria Yun, photographed by `hakanphotography. 

She's just unreal. 

Pretty much what anyone would look like if they had a Korean mother & a Russian father I suppose. 

And last but not least, `ethe. Who's special form of surrealism always makes me so happy.

I love goldfish. Don't you love goldfish?

Anyway, what do you guys do on sick days? I'd love to see what kind of cool things you find when you have a little too much time on your hands.

Si

Snow days are (not yet) over

It's apparently supposed to snow today. Something like 30 centimeters? Because we're Canadian and this is considered a "normal" occurrence life goes on ... in snow boots. Unfortunately.

Usually I just throw in the ugliest, biggest sweaters I can find. But there are apparently people who manage to stay good lookin' despite the cold:

from styleinspades.com

from copenhagenstreetstyle

from waynetippetts

The ideas behind Ideology

So I've been asked to elaborate on the concept of "IDLGY" - which is actually the shortened (and voweless) form of the word "Ideology" (just in case you didn't realize).

I came up with the name during the summer while I was bouncing around ideas for a future jacket line. One of my design philosophies (or what little philosophy I have) for design is that our cloths are an extension of our personalities. Of course in which case, everyone's perfect jacket would be custom made. However, as that is impossible, I settled for jackets which are inspired by people I know. I emphasis on functionality. A great jacket should be versatile - but completely suited to what someone does. After all, the perfect jacket endures after years and years of wearing!

From that, I created the first "the ideology jacket". It was designed for both me and my cousin with whom I share many style ideas. We both love chic, slightly futuristic but classically tailored garments that fit well and that we can throw on over any outfit to finish up a look or just to add a bit of interest. The jacket features quilting details, a versatile & removable front panel and of course, the most wonderful leather.

This jacket will be going into production sometime this year - and hopefully available online for your purchasing pleasures soon! If you'd like to custom order the jacket (in a specific size / colour), please email me and let me know!

Also, for future jackets - I'm looking for inspiration. So if you're on the market for your perfect jacket, drop me a note and let's chat!

On that note, stay tuned for future ideology jackets! 

Si