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Inzombia
07/15/09

In reply to How About A Quirky Hat?
I actually just wrote about this chart on my fashion theory + politics blog (Threadbared), in the context of style blogs in particular and fashion in general. I like how the chart really illuminates how there is a certain type of "uniform" (in terms of body but also clothing choices) that fits The Sartoralist's parameters, which is only made distinctive from another through certain details that are supposed to be understood as "unique personal touches," but that have a certain uniformity as well (e.g., "quirky hat," "pop of color," scarf).
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nessalicious
07/15/09

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My best friend who is impeccably dressed and works in fashion is always upset when he and the Sart are in the same place and he doesn't get his picture taken. However last Paris Fashion Week he did get his picture taken by Bill Cunningham so he says he has no more need for Scott Schuman. I am terribly jealous of him.
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Skellatrix
07/15/09

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How to get shot by the Sartorialist: try to rob him and hope he's carrying a gun. (hurrr!)

Seriously, there is a man in my neighborhood who belong on that blog. He resembles Ru Paul sans drag. I've seen him twice now, wearing a smart grey suit. Glasses. Riding a cream-colored vintage-y bicycle. With a basket. I love him. I quite envy the vintage/fashiony/hipstery style but I just can't seem to quit my frumpy, frizzy look.
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Artemisia999
07/15/09

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I am a huge fan of Jak&Jil, Sea of Shoes, Garance Doré and of course Bill Cunningham ( NYTIMES Fashoin On the Street, every Saturday!!) The Sartorialist is fine, I used to visit it daily and religiously but as of lately, very predictable ( bohemian dressed gals, Milanesque handsome men in expensive, tailored suits, young guys in shorts, and MODELS!
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agent7
07/15/09

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I'm sorry, i was too shocked to find out at the end of the graphic that we're calling the Meatpacking District MEPA now to remember what i wanted to say.
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jooly
07/15/09

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I guess I'll have to settle for getting on The Sweatshirtist.
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marlo
07/15/09

@jooly: Oh, yeah, I'm a sweatshirt connoisseur!
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hfree
07/15/09

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I have been in presence of The Sartorialist, Bill Cunningham, and David Patrick Columbia many a time (occupational hazard) and despite my lovely smile have often stood by while friends get pictures taken and I don't. Oh well.
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hfree
07/15/09

@hfree: Oh, and in my experience the best way to be shot by any of them is to be wearing vintage clothing or an item by an advertiser. Work your strengths.
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mynamebackwards
07/15/09

@hfree: I have a killer collection of vintage bags and dresses. alas, I am also a size 16 which probably precludes me from ever being on his site. I remember there was a photo once of this gorgeous girl (maybe a size 12?) and it was SUCH A BIG DEAL! all the comments were about her pretty face and how nice it is when big girls wear flattering clothes. I was offended and I'm not the easily offended type.

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Sputnik_Sweetheart
07/15/09

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I was wondering the other day how one gets on the Sartorialist. Although not living in Milan, Paris, or New York eliminates me right away.
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BabyJane
07/15/09

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Big deal. I recently had my picture taken at Costco and they laminated it! I even got to eat pizza afterward. Top that scarf wearing, vintage bike owner.
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EleanorRigby
07/15/09

@BabyJane: Did you get the tower of frozen yogurt for $1 that sends me into a lactose coma? I swoon for that and that alone, vintage bicycles.
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BabyJane
07/15/09

@EleanorRigby: I haven't tried that, but believe me, I will.
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PilgrimSoul
07/15/09

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What if we're not pretty enough to be models? What shall we do then?
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BlondeGrlz
07/15/09

@PilgrimSoul: Go back under our rocks.
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Zombie Ms. Skittles
07/15/09

@PilgrimSoul: Wear expensive accessories. Duh.
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cocktail bun
07/15/09

@PilgrimSoul: ride a bike in heels!
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Abra
07/15/09

@PilgrimSoul: Put a paper bag over your head.
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nyc-caribbean-ragazza
07/15/09

Be a hip grandmother who rocks a fierce trench coat. I do like seeing his photos of the "older set". @PilgrimSoul:
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Lymed
07/15/09

@PilgrimSoul: Find a plastic surgeon
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J.D.Regent
07/15/09

@PilgrimSoul: accept personal failure and life of mall shopping.
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Zombie Ms. Skittles
07/15/09

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I own lots of quirky scarves and hats! Where's my photo!?!!!
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CurtCole
07/15/09

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I just walk around with a caption underneath me that says 'Douche Bag' which usually does the trick.
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save jinger
07/15/09

@CurtCole: I just stand next to this sign:

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nyc-caribbean-ragazza
07/15/09

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That is pretty funny. I love Scott's blog and wonder how he gets his photos of non fashion industry people. Do many people turn him down? If some random guy came up to you and said, "hi I like your style. Can I take your photo?" Would you say yes?
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Casquivana
07/15/09

@nyc-caribbean-ragazza: Ha! That's a good question. I would imagine some people must react slightly freaked out, at least those who aren't familiar with his work or his website.
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Zombie Ms. Skittles
07/15/09

@nyc-caribbean-ragazza: I would totally say yes. But I am also hipster scum.
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stoprobbers
07/15/09

@Zombie Ms. Skittles: I am not hipster scum and, as such, would be so complimented that he wanted to shoot my outfit for his awesome, if somewhat hipster, blog that I would say yes as well!
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AndNowForSomethingDifferent
07/15/09

@nyc-caribbean-ragazza:

I'd absolutely say yes. I'm ashamed to say this, but many mornings I get dressed, look at myself and ask, self, would this outfit deserve to be on the Sartoralist? And if the answer is yes, I'm out the door. If the answer is no, I add a scarf and a scowl. It evens out.

Today was a yes day, because I'm wearing vintage cowboy boots, a vintage high-waisted floral skirt, a cardigan, and a huge white scarf. My hair was also hipster-tousled.
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BrutallyHonestBabes (aka Mrs. Sarah.of.a.Lesser.Hobbit)
07/15/09

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Well crap. There's no box for "sit on ass at work in Target clothes with questionable hairdo and dribbled Diet Coke on."
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CurtCole
07/15/09

@BrutallyHonestBabes (aka Mrs....: I've got a box for that! *Snickers*
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