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jemandtheholograms
11/19/09

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If Rachel Zoe starts a cult, would her followers, "literally die!"? That would be bananas.
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amoureuse is a second class citizen
11/18/09

In reply to Gentlemen Of Bacongo: The Dandies Of Sub-Saharan Africa
It's all about showmanship and 1 upping each other. Fally Ipupa is 1 of the biggest Congolese stars out, hence the video below. Bentley, fur coat, American pop-star, people went WILD.
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amoureuse is a second class citizen
11/18/09

In reply to Gentlemen Of Bacongo: The Dandies Of Sub-Saharan Africa
How do I explain this, my people are flashy.
Even in the US, if you pull up to a Congolese party, everyone is dressed to the nines. It is part of the cultute. when my uncle who lived in Paris came to visit, the young guys in the neighborhood used to line up on the corner to see what he was wearing, when he left in the morning with my father. The man got kudos for never repeating an outfit.

In most instances, people usually borrow and exchange clothing. Yes, we are surrounded by war, chaos and utter poverty, but life goes on. Hell we've been in turmoil since the 1800s.
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logruszed
11/18/09

In reply to Gentlemen Of Bacongo: The Dandies Of Sub-Saharan Africa
Reminds me of the "Teddy boys" of 1970's England. Sometimes the only way to feel good is to feel like you look good.

And these gents have style. As a dandy (well, more of a fop), I approve.
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Sarah Dove
11/19/09

@logruszed: I thought Teds were creatures of the 1950s.
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logruszed
11/19/09

@Sarah Dove: I guess originally they were, but there was a revival of the style in the early 70's, pre-punk.
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Sarah Dove
11/21/09

@logruszed: Thanks for the clarification! And I commend you on being a fop in this day and age. But have you considered becoming a Dapper Dan Man?

#tips
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logruszed
11/21/09

@Sarah Dove: I used to be a Dapper Dan Man, but it has been my experience that many "DDM" use foul language and often engage in fisticuffs in family establishments such as Woolworths. I do not wish to be associated with such non-bonafide men.
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kookla
11/18/09

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This is such a fascinating subject, that I'm amazed I've only heard about it until now.
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randomnessish
11/18/09

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This reminds me incredibly of the gay dance halls in "Paris is Burning": notably, the use of designer clothes and looking good not only to promote your status within a minority and subjugated subculture, but to more importantly as a means to rise above the difficulties they've faced. Clothes and labels are so much more than "clothes" and "labels," especially to people who have limited means and a hard way of life.
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hollygirl
11/18/09

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I find this hearbreaking somehow.
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MrsAbraxas
11/18/09

@hollygirl: Maybe cause of this?

"Followers of SAPE wear $10,000 jackets and $500 shoes, but these mostly young Congolese men otherwise barely eke out a living in the rubble of Kinshasa and Brazzaville or the ghettos of Paris and Brussels, washing dishes or washing bodies, and sometimes selling their own."

(quote from colors mag here: [www.colorsmagazine.com])
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MrsAbraxas
11/18/09

@MrsAbraxas: Oh, and "many willingly spend as much on a jacket as they would on a house in Kinshasa."
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Pizza!Pizza!Pizza!
11/18/09

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This is so hot, and it's nice whenever subcultures in sub-Saharan African countries are highlighted, if only to counteract the impression that the whole continent is one big charity commercial.

It would be less bittersweet if they'd come about as a result of massive clothing donations form overseas, like maybe if someone had opened a shipping container from the 1970s only to find it full of amazing, immaculate retro wear. Also it's only half as cool as it could be with women dressing up. Maybe I'm jumping to conclusions, but something tells me they're too busy raising the kids, getting food and water and going to school.
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la.donna.pietra
11/18/09

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I am instantly reminded of the Zoot Suiters in 1940s L.A.
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Everything MidnightBikeRide does is a balloon.
11/03/09

In reply to Miley & Max For Wal-Mart Is Cheap; Lady Gaga Planning A Clothing Line
Confession: I've bought a Miley-designed shirt from Wal-Mart. Which leads me to the bigger confession: I shop at Wal-Mart. Regularly. Whew, feels good to get that one out there. #mileycyrus
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katie.scarlett.o'hara
11/03/09

@Everything MidnightBikeRide does is a balloon.: I got a cute tank top from her line on clearance for three bucks. Ain't no shame! #mileycyrus
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Lizard in the Wires - synthesizer signals suspense!
11/03/09

@Everything MidnightBikeRide does is a balloon.: When I went there the other night looking for left over Halloween candy some of her stuff was pretty cute. I think Wal-Mart is just trying to get on Target's game with their cheapie designer stuff.

That being said I went on Nov 1st at 7pm and the Halloween candy had ALREADY been replaced by X-mas candy. WTF.

If they want me to get so fat that I have to buy a new wardrobe they need to give me some discount candy.
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Everything MidnightBikeRide does is a balloon.
11/03/09

@Lizard in the Wires now with even MORE metal in the face!: Awww man, I was kind of planning on heading over there soon to look for discount candy. Bummer. #mileycyrus
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katie.scarlett.o'hara
11/03/09

@Lizard in the Wires now with even MORE metal in the face!: Target has been really disappointing in their celeb/designer lines lately. The McQueen one was lame and the Anna Sui was sooooo expensive. I still have some stuff from the Proenza Schouler and Behnaz Sarafpour collections (several years old now) that I wear all the time, but the newer stuff has been MAJOR LAMESAUCE. I'm holding out hope for the Rodarte line. #mileycyrus
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Lizard in the Wires - synthesizer signals suspense!
11/03/09

@katie.scarlett.o'hara: I haven't liked much of their new stuff either. But I thought maybe it was meant to appeal to more of a high school fashionista crowd? That was the only thing I could come up with.

But Mizrahi always brings it (well, he generally brings it). #mileycyrus
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katie.scarlett.o'hara
11/03/09

@Lizard in the Wires now with even MORE metal in the face!: Yeah, definitely. That whole Gossip Girl thing was so stupid. There was maybe one dress I liked, but the rest just looked too trendy, and it was all like $50-60! Way too much for Target.

Mizrahi is totally gone! I think his last collection was earlier this year? I really miss his stuff. Target is usually crap when it comes to shoes, but his were actually great.

I think Mossimo or whatever the Target brand is has been stepping it up lately, so we have one small thing to be thankful for, lol. #mileycyrus
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ihateyourescalade
11/03/09

In reply to Miley & Max For Wal-Mart Is Cheap; Lady Gaga Planning A Clothing Line
Thanks, Lady GaGa. I was just thinking about how much better I'd look at the Unemployment Office in fishnets and plastic bra. #mileycyrus
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Master.And.Everyone
11/03/09

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The Lady Gaga clothing line will debut with the "Poker Face," an ingenious face-defense sheath made of lace available in avant-red, paparazzi-purple, and disco-stick-dandelion. Crown sold separately. #mileycyrus
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suck_it_monkeys
11/03/09

In reply to Miley & Max For Wal-Mart Is Cheap; Lady Gaga Planning A Clothing Line
I prefer my Max Azria to come from TJ Maxx, with the "Max Azria" name crossed through with a black marker. Just like the good lord intended. #ragtrade
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girlscoutcookie is back from hiatus
11/03/09

@suck_it_monkeys: SO much word. And all my other brand name clothes, even mall store brand names like Express. I even once got a Badgley Mischka dress at TJM. LOVE. #ragtrade
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Jenna
11/03/09

@girlscoutcookie is back from hiatus: I hold an annual celebration on the date I found a purple silk Philosophy di Alberta Ferretti dress at Filene's for $112. I get the dress out, twirl it around in front of my mirror, sing it Happy Birthday, and then we have cake.

So far I've worn it outside the house, um, once. #mileycyrus
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girlscoutcookie is back from hiatus
11/03/09

@Jenna: Oooh, Filene's. Jealous of your geographical proximity to one. #mileycyrus
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cuteasabutton
11/03/09

In reply to Miley & Max For Wal-Mart Is Cheap; Lady Gaga Planning A Clothing Line
" />That KOL line is pretty standard fashion for most rock boys already. I'm pretty sure the BF already has a flannel shirt and some cowboy style shirts. On the other hand, Caleb Followill is hot.
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Kivrin
11/03/09

In reply to Miley & Max For Wal-Mart Is Cheap; Lady Gaga Planning A Clothing Line
Mr. Cavalli, I wouldn't recognize you if I saw you on the street. I would never interrupt your trek down 5th Avenue to treat you like a rock star.

You're welcome. #ragtrade
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Master.And.Everyone
11/03/09

@Kivrin: Seriously, who on earth is Roberto Cavalli? #mileycyrus
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marciax3
11/03/09

@Kivrin: He looks like a Dementor in Harry Potter, so, don't. look. #mileycyrus
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Kivrin
11/03/09

@Master.And.Everyone: I know that he's a fashion designer (and a braggart, apparently), but I have no idea what he looks like. I'm pretty sure that Karl Lagerfeld is the only designer I'd recognize on the street, and that's only because of Jezebel. :) #ragtrade
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Master.And.Everyone
11/03/09

@Kivrin: Who could miss the fabulosity of Karl Lagerfeld? To quote Margaret Cho, he fans the flames of his faggotry "like he's some kind of Spanish Lady or something." #mileycyrus
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