Tuesday, July 31, 2012

SGCNY MIXSERIES – Renee Ruin





A Ruined Summer

1. Born Dizzy – Starlite Desperation
2. American Nightmare – Your Arsonist
3. Gimme Danger – Iggy Pop
4. Coming Down – Dum Dum Girls
5. Don’t’ Fear the Reaper – Blur Oyster Cult
6. Abducted – Cults
7. Let’s stick together – Bryan Ferry
8. Devil’s Plaything – Danzig

9. Shivers – The Boys Next Door
10. Archie & Veronica – Lovage
11. You are my sunshine (cover) – Chelsea Wolfe
12. Six Feet (From my baby) – Zola Jesus
13. Gloomy Sunday – Diamanda Galas
14. Angelfuck – PAJO
15. Into Dust – Mazzy Star
16. I Luv the Valley OH- XIU XIU

Monday, July 30, 2012

BEETLEJUICE!!! | JFish/Khmara for Blood is the new Black




Hopeless Lingerie | An interview with designer Gabrielle Avril Adamidis





So first of all tell us a little about yourself. Who is Gabrielle Avril Adamidis?

My world revolves around lingerie, old movies, my boyfriend and my family. I am unable to sit still and need to feel like I am being productive all the time, relaxing is very difficult. I find inspiration everywhere, and have a frustratingly overactive imagination. 








When did you first get involved in the fashion industry and more specifically lingerie?

I have been sewing since I was very young, and making my own clothes since I was a teenager. I did a diploma in fashion a few years ago and learned how to execute all my ideas. I always knew I wanted to have my own business, and lingerie was the perfect fit for a few reasons. When I started there was a huge gap in the market for fashion forward lingerie, and also I love working on detailed and small scale pieces. I have always loved how a great bra and knickers can make such a difference to your mood, to your day. So many women forget about that. 







How did the idea & concept of Hopeless Lingerie come to fruition?

It was literally a vision, I wasn't even thinking about lingerie, I was falling asleep one night and it just hit me. I got out of bed, grabbed a note book and drafted a business plan then and there. Over the next six months or so I developed all my ideas and launched my first collection. There was never any doubt, I just knew it was what I was supposed to do. 


What made you decide on the name Hopeless?

My sister actually came up with the name, we were brainstorming and as soon as she said it that was it. I like how it can interpreted in both positive and negative ways.





Where do you draw your influences for the label?

Film and nature. I am obsessed with movies, especially horror, thriller, and sci-fi from the 70s and 80s. It's not even necessarily the costumes, but everything from lighting to landscapes to facial expressions can inspire ideas. I also love being outdoors, even if I rarely have the time to do it. I am slowly amassing a collection of vintage National Geographic magazines and they are full of inspiration, so many places I want to visit and learn about. 




Who are some of your personal favourite female fashion icons?

Anna Karina, young Winona Ryder, Brenda Walsh, Kelly Taylor, Donna Martin, any of Russ Meyer's or Dario Argento's women


There is a very demure, feminine subtly to a lot of your collections. However, more recently you have been exploring more risque designing. How important is it to you to maintain femininity and sexuality as well as diversity in your designs?

It is always a balancing act between all of my loves, and my personality. I think it is much more interesting to have that diversity than to limit yourself to one aesthetic. I would get bored and frustrated if I stuck to strict femininity for too long, and I think that is really what is happening now. I am looking at the darker side of myself and my interests, and very much enjoying it. When I begun I was definitely nervous about being overtly sexual with my designs, however as time has gone on I am really not afraid of that anymore. 






Who are some of your favourite designers and labels?

Bordelle, Kiki De Montparnasse, Alexander McQueen, Sonia Rykiel, Fifi Chachnil, Lascivious, Betsey Johnson, Rodarte. 


Is there any one designer you would love to collaborate with?

All of the above. 




You have had numerous famous clients such as Courtney Love Cobain. Is there any one celebrity you would love to work with but haven't yet?

This changes frequently, but I am in love with Rihanna's style at the moment. 


What percentage of your work is custom one off pieces? 

Everything is made to order, and probably about 5% are one-offs. Logistically it is hard to do, but I love getting requests from people looking for something unique or a little different than what I have in store. It keeps things interesting. 



What are your favourite materials and embellishments to work with?

At the moment I am obsessed with lycra chiffon/mesh, and bondage-esque elastic and strap detail. 




When you are not designing what can we find you doing?

Watching movies with the boyfriend, cooking with my sister, reading about conspiracy theories, outdoors. 


 What can we expect from Hopeless Lingerie in the future? 

Something much more dark and sinister, and hopefully under wire bras. And maybe some day wear too. 








Saturday, July 28, 2012

Rita Ora X ASOS Magazine









Cameo | Bandit Dress






Available to buy via the Iconic. 

Who's that Girl? - Vivi Sterling


Photo by Motel Ultra

Age: 27
Ethnicity: Italian born in America living in the good old UK. 
Currently live: Glasgow, Scotland 
Day job (what pays the bills): art commissions, life drawing classes and modelling. Single/Taken: I'm single




Education/Study:


University of Chicago and Houston. I studied palaeontology and went on dinosaur digs mapping bones, digging, jacketing and more illustrating. I majored in painting and drawing and a minor in art history though my other classes were filled with science and psychology. 


What was growing up like for you? 

Tough. I grew up in poverty. It was not pretty. 


Photo by Walnutwax

Photo by Walnutwax

Do you see yourself as a Model? 

Not really. I'm just a small artistic person. But if others see me as such it is a huge compliment. 






When did you become involved in modelling and what do you love about it? 

Wow umm I got involved about 9 years ago. I shot with lithium picnic and it took off from there. I love modelling more now than in my early years. Now I can take my artistic freedom to my shoots and folks go with it and respect my artistic side of things. I put a lot of work into them dress/makeup wise and physically/pose wise.

Photo by Motel Ultra


Photo by Motel Ultra


What would you like to do more in the future? 

I'd like to become a professional tattoo artist and travel the world on a motorcycle to guest spot in shops all over.






What do you admire in other women? 

Those that are strong in mind and spirit and don't give in to immature behaviour or situations. 


Who is Vivi Sterling? 

A small Oliver Twist who party's like a man but loves like a woman. 







Where do you draw inspiration from? 

Art and music. As far as models go I have no one I see as an icon. I try to keep my mind clear of what is going on in the modelling world. 


Do you prefer behind the lens or in front?

On my shitty iPhone-behind. But I like it in the front with a tog. That entire sentence sounded a bit dirty. 




How would you describe your style? 

My mate Toria Brightside who I shoot with often just said I'm a biker socialite.




Are you a fashion brands girl or do you just wear what you like or whats comfortable? 

Both. Anything that looks and feels good. 



Who would you say is your style icon? 

Pricilla Presley mixed with Lemmy from Motörhead.





Tales of love & lust? 

Christ lets say a certain person can walk in front of anyone's line of sight and set them on fire. 

What do you look for in the opposite sex?

 And what are the number 1 deal breakers? Gotta be handsome, Funny and nice. Being a dick gets you no where with me. But confidence is a must. 




What is it that you love most about being a woman?

 I have no clue to be honest. I've left this for last. I guess I enjoy being myself. I'm not very girly. 

When no one is around what is Vivi usually doing? 

I'm normally naked and singing. 




Is there a public and private Vivi? 

Private Vivi at all times. I only open up to few folks. My brutal honesty can get the best of me. 

What's your take on life and what advice would give any of your fans? 

Be yourself, kick some ass at whatever you want to do. Don't worry about what others are doing or thinking. 



You can lurk Vivi online here: