“And if I asked you to name all the things that you love, how long would it take for you to name yourself?” – Unknown
Photographed by Norman Parkinson || Vogue, April 1, 1950
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The Wild Ones || Sarah Bahbah
Australian music festival photographer, Sarah Bahbah, simply transports me to the time and place of each photograph she takes. As a lover of music and festivals alike, I cannot tell you how many times I’ve wanted to capture key moments during a concert and wish I could bottle them up forever. Sometimes those moments pass you by so quickly, taking a video or photo won’t cut it or it’ll take you away from the present time. And, if you do capture the story… it’s never like what you saw with your naked eye.
Somehow, Sarah captures those moments and she’s not only photographing the artists on the stage, but has stepped back and started a series called “The Wild Ones”. Here, she focuses on the individuals who attend the shows, and it’s in these pictures, where I fell in love with her photography.
“People thought I was capturing the festival, but I really wasn’t capturing it the way I really saw it, raw organic moments. I was getting really frustrated and decided to step back and photograph the subtle wild ones.” – Sarah Bahbah
“I heard this quote once […] “Observe everything around you as if you’ve never seen it before,” and it’s so true.” – Sarah Bahbah
“I will go around festivals and dedicate certain lighting hours to trying to find people who are going against the norm.”- Sarah Bahbah
“He was really good looking, I was just like “Hey, um you look really good smoking that cigarette, can I take a photo of you?” He had really big blue eyes. I just said, “Okay look at me and smoke.” And then I took his photo and ran away.” – Sarah Bahbah
Follow Sarah Bahbah’s tumblr for one raw moment after another! @raisedbythewolvesau
Quotes are from Nylon’s interview with Bahbah by Jackie Yaeger. Click to see full interview!
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All images by Sarah Bahbah
Mine||Tell No One
Spring-Summer pieces from designers including Louis Vuitton, La Perla, Maison Martin Margiela, Kenzo and Bottega Veneta are styled in a playful & interactive short featuring contemporary dancers from London’s Sadler’s Wells Theatre.
“The film doesn’t straightforwardly distinguish between male and female roles, and so it was important in the styling that the clothing could also be understood in masculine and feminine terms. […] It was important for the styling to support this mix of reality and oddity.” – Agata Belcen
“I thought they should be dressed in clothing capable of expressing emotion. […The] film feels magical but still of this world” – Belcen
Style Feature || Jade Wong
CALGARY, JULY 2012
Photos & Words by Kate Wotherspoon
I was recently home in Calgary visiting friends and family and was lucky enough to sit down with one of my closest friends, Jade Wong. Her style is androgynous and classically trendy. She’s always playing tracks that make you want to get up and dance and she’s the go-to lady for what’s hot in the city. She embodies incredible charisma and anyone who meets her is drawn to her like a moth to light. Check out her chic outfit and interview below. Enjoy. x
P.S We ended up taking pictures at dusk so don’t mind the “fuzzy/in-between night & day” quality ;)
Jade Wong || Trench: Robert Rodriguez
Blouse: J. Crew || Navy Bangle Watch: Marc by Marc Jacobs
|| Wrist Party from left to right: Links of London, Jade bracelet & Tiffany & Co. ||
|| Pear Watch Necklace: Marc by Marc Jacobs ||
|| Boots: John Fluevog ||
Half focused makes a pretty cool picture ;)
Stretching is good for you… Especially in style.
Kate W: What is your current state of mind?
Jade Wong: I’m feeling fairly open and excited with things changing and happening around me. Calgary is evolving and I’m enjoying the changes, it’s been long overdue.
KW: What’s the best advice you’ve ever been given?
JW: “You’ll never know if you don’t try”. I do not want to live with regret and this motto has stood true for me time and time again.
KW: Which living person do you most admire?
JW: There’s not just one single person. I admire the people in my daily life who are passionate and channel that energy into following through with what they want in life. It inspires me to do the same.
KW: Favorite song to bust a move to?
JW: Currently it’s Icky Blosson “Babes” which is such a great jam; reminds me of Felix Da Housecat.
KW: If your life could be a film, which one would it be?
JW: Lost in Translation – many times I’ve felt this way.
KW: What makes you laugh?
JW: People and especially animals because they don’t even realize how humorous they can be.
KW: What’s your favorite breakfast food?
JW: Breakfast is the best meal of the day and I would have to say my fav is the eggs benny from the Laurier Lounge in downtown Calgary.
KW: What’s your signature drink?
JW: Scotch. I have a Macallan 15 year in my cabinet for special occasions.
KW: What are some songs on your playlist right now?
JW: Cat Power “Ruin”, The Antlers “Drift Drive”, Thee Oh Sees and anything from Thunderheist.
KW: What was the last thing you bought?
JW: Nail polish.
KW: Prints or neutrals?
JW: I find them equally important for a great outfit. A balance of both is necessary.
KW: Who are your fashion idols, if any?
JW: I have no “idols”, I just know what I like. If I see someone walking down the street and something of their outfit catches my eye, I’ll make a mental note. If you follow someone else’s style completely, you don’t have your own style and it’s not original. But then again, nothing is original anymore.
KW: Which magazines do you read?
JW: Elle and Vogue, both US versions, Vice and other random mags I find.
KW: Your dream job?
JW: My career field would be in the music industry, definitely.
KW: How do you dress? By the day’s events or your mood?
JW: Both. It really depends, but I like to have a couple shirts and shoes in my bag if I’m heading to events after work etc. Weather also plays a big part – thank you for that Calgary…
KW: Your dream city to live in?
JW: New York City.
KW: Favorite designers?
JW: Helmut Lang, DVF, Rag + Bone and Vince. I like brands that focus on the basics.
KW: Your greatest extravagance?
JW: Going back to school as a mature student was hard. Everyone in my class was ten years younger, so you can imagine…
KW: Your biggest fear?
JW: Failure.
KW: Where do you feel most at home?
JW: When I’m on my bike and riding through downtown Calgary after rush hour. I really feel that the city is mine and grateful it’s my home.
KW: Dark or milk chocolate?
JW: Milk Chocolate.
KW: Thank you Jade. You’re inspiring.
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INSTAGRAM | keightw
I just recently bought an iPhone last week and the first app I added was Instagram (obviously, everything is just insta-better now). I’m still pretty new at it, but I do try to post something daily. I also find myself saying things like “Instagram that shit!” (similar to my other saying, “Google that shit!”) I would love for you to follow me and to check out some photos I’ve Insta-amazed already. See below. xx
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Alexia Anastasiou and I at String Magazine’s first print issue launch party! http://www.stringmagazine.com
Wishing balloons|| String Mag party
Spike bracelets: vintage market in LA || other: from a friend.
Gucci T-Strap Platforms…enough said.
When In Doubt…Wear A Jewelry Party
Dannijo SS12
No matter where you’re headed, you can never go wrong with an arm, hand or necklace party. I am instantly drawn to anything shiny, enjoy wearing numerous rings, and layer necklace upon necklace – just better that way. It also helps make your outfit completely unique no matter what the occasion. I’ve chosen some of my favorites from Dannijo and Delfina Dellatrez. They’re all must-haves!
Dannijo Bailey Necklace
Mr Dannijo Mona Lisa Ring (This is so cool, I love a little dangle on a ring – so unexpected)
Dannijo Levi Necklace
Delfina Delettrez
This would look great paired with some jeans (torn or clean) and a simple white T. At the same time, you could totally rock it with a sexy black or cream sheath dress and a gold skull statement ring. Living!
Delfina Delettrez FW12
Image by Tommy Ton, style.com
Style Feature || Maiko Miyauchi
VANCOUVER, March 2012
Photos & Words by Kate Wotherspoon
Born and raised in Kumamoto, Japan, Maiko started taking ballet classes when she was only 4 years old. Upon moving to Vancouver, BC in her twenties, she began to train in hip hop and jazz and became a very successful commercial dancer. Just a few of her credits include: Suckerpunch, Hellcats, Once Upon A Time, Sorority Wars, Caprica and John Tucker Must Die. Not only is she talented & beautiful with the cutest accent, she has such a chill style. She is also currently rocking the ombre hair style which I attempted on myself but with a very poor turn out. This bestie of mine is very down to earth, caring, creative and will always leave you smiling. She is also part of the blogosphere, click here, and recently started Bare Talent, a company specializing in all areas of dance and artist development. Here’s what she had to say in answer to my interview questions. Enjoy. xx
Tuque: Vintage Mart in Japan || Shirt: Urban Outfitters || Denim: Boyfriend’s || Pants: Zara
Watch: Value Village || Ring & Bracelet: Gifts
Jacket: Urban Outfitters || Boots: Some shop on Robson St.
Kate W.: Where do you feel most at home?
Maiko M: My couch. Ha aha… Yes, my couch, in my living room.
KW: What is your greatest fear?
MM: It’s dark I feel but, cancer. I’m most afraid of getting a deathly disease.
KW: What was the last thing you bought?
MM: Wine and prosciutto ham.
KW: Ha ha, that answer is why we get along so well! Alright, which dancer/ choreographer/ artist would you want to share the stage with the most?
MM: To be honest, I would love to share the stage with those I performed with in the past. The dancers that inspired me to keep getting better, the teachers that taught me, I would love to re-live those past performances. Those days were so much fun and got me to where I am today.
KW: Black or white?
MM: BLACK!
KW: Would you rather wear a small pendant necklace or bold costume jewelry?
MM: Bold costume jewelry! Yah, yah….big one!
KW: If you were to dance in this outfit, would you change anything?
MM: Nope. This is me. I feel myself the most when I’m comfortable and I dance better too.
KW: If you could be in any music video, which one would it be?
MM: A SBTRKT music video. I just love their music!
KW: Favourite fashion city?
MM: I have more than just one… My hometown, Kumamoto, which is about an hour plane ride outside of Tokyo. Montreal because I believe they take fashion seriously and London because they’re always ahead of the game. It’s funny to see America catch on to Europe’s trends two years later.
KW: Do you dress mostly by your mood or by the day’s events?
MM: Definitely my mood.
KW: Favourite fashion magazine to read?
MM: Nylon Japan.
KW: What’s the best advice you’ve ever been given?
MM: “Be happy, be positive” and my mom would always say to me “If you’re not going to die from it, why are you scared?” It’s a funny way to think about things, but it’s true. I get nervous for so many little things, and I just ask myself: “I’m not going to die from teaching or going to an audition, so why am I so scared?” That mantra has really helped me get over a lot of humps.
KW: Last but not least, do you have a favourite song to dance to?
MM: Anything by The Falcons.
KW: Thanks Maiko! xox
There’s way more to it than keeping warm…
I’ve decided I need a (i.e a dozen) jackets and coats to wear as soon as possible. Summer is on it’s way but, Vancouver’s weather has been so crazy lately, I doubt summer will even come. I’ve also grown very tired of my parkas and over-sized michellin man coats. I would just love to add the following outerwear pieces (shown below) to my already bursting closet… Must make space, must make space, must sell clothes…..Wait no… Must make space…It’s really quite hard to say bye to your clothes…. But that’s another day. Today, it’s all about showcasing beautiful cuts of fabric that make the most adoring jackets.
Tata Naka coat worn by Miroslava Duma
I don’t even want to discuss how great this is…leaves me speechless.
www. tatanaka.com
Celine Fall 2012 RTW (style.com)
Miu Miu FW 2o12 (www.style.com)
Loving the print & cape design
Anna Dello Russo captured by Tommy Ton (www.style.com)
This coat would look perfect with anything!
Captured by Tommy Ton (www.style.com)
Burberry Prorsum Spring 2012
This colour = heaven in a trench!
Burberry Prorsum Spring 2012
I could totally see this shirt jacket worn with a long sleeve bright cable knit sweater and clean jeans with a chain belt to cinch at waist.
Thank you style.com for most of these images and Tommy Ton for always snapping the best street shots.
Faves from New York Fashion Week 2012
Burberry Prorsum Fall/Winter 2012
Do I even have to say anything? So cute and trendy on every level.
Burberry Prorsum Winter 2012
Peplums are huge for fall. I like. The mix in prints and layering of different greens and yellows is quite darling.
Rag & Bone Fall Winter 2012
I am loving the blanket coat. So versatile and is sure to keep you warm.
Jason Wu Fall Winter 2012
The dark green, fur, studded belt cinching at the waist and gloves just throws me over the edge.
DSquared2 Fall Winter 2012
The colour blocking in this outfit definitely resonates last falls’ veggie colour flare. The yellow and purple are a perfect contrast and I am loving the distinct textures too. (I need to get a satchel in a bright colour…)
DSquared2 Fall Winter 2012
Definitely seeing a lot of cropped pants for fall and this means I no longer have to hem my jeans… being that I am 5’2″ and all ha ha.
DSquared2 Fall Winter 2012
Marchesa Fall Winter 2012
She looks like an Oscar! Drop.Dead.Gorgeous.
Anthony Vaccarello Fall Winter 2012
All images from style.com
Love is Awkward | L’Indiscrete, Wishing Well Issue 3
The Wishing Well Issue 3
Teaming up with my partner in crime, Alexia and I put together a lovely editorial with one thought in mind the entire time…Love is Awkward. Successfully we came out with some great shots and they definitely tell an interesting story about discomfited love. These are some of the photos I took, but please check out the entire issue here. Wishing Well is an online magazine produced by one very talented friend of mine, Sophia Danai. Please also check out her music with The Hastings Set! https://www.youtube.com/thehastingsset
Happy Valentines <3
The Para||el Road 