Color Me Black; Color Me Crimson

I only see in shades of black, grey and occassionally, white.
Every now and then, crimson slashes its way into my vision, leaving stains of passionate ruby in its wake.
So, color me black; color me crimson.
It's the way I live, the way I love, the way I die, and the way I am reborn
It's the only way I know how - a never ending cycle

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Perish- Stuff that Fantasies are Made of

Extreme fetish performer and model, Perish is like ambrosia on my tongue- the ultimate gothic fantasy. From his extreme performances (which aparently includes a huge prop penis that "shoots its load" on some lucky female performer) to his stunning photoshoots, Perish is the ultimate chameleon, merging taboo, gender bending, sex, music, fashion and art into one big artistic kaleidoscope- sort of like the Big Bang, but even better.
Having stumbled upon him years ago, I am still as mesmerized today as I was the first time around.

Visit the master/muse himself here: http://www.myspace.com/Perishable
Yes, there are videos there too ;P Enjoy!
Warning: not for the faint hearted

Photo Sources:
http://www.myspace.com/Perishable
http://www.modelmayhem.com/portfolio/1262/viewall

the ultimate understated luxury- crocodile leather jacket

I love leather jackets and what can be more luxurious than crocodile skin? Yes, we all love crocodile birkin bags (with diamond hardware), but sometimes its nice to go for a tasteful understated masterpiece. Here is where the crocodile skin jacket/ trench coat/peacoat/ bomber jacket comes in.

I'd certainly want mine in matte black, not the shiny look-at-me variety. Matched with kid leather gloves and a sultry look, you're as ready as you'll ever be.

If only more men embraced Underground footwear....

What is it with men and converses/red wings?
Show your angst with the proper gear straight from the UK- the heart of anarchy.
Underground is the brand to go to for winklepickers and steel capped combat boots (they do both male and female footwear). I like mine all vintage looking (worn out and shaggy after years of wear and tear)- thats pure rock and roll spirit! Some might look ordinary at first glance, but hold one in hand,you know you just hit pure gold! Thats how great these babies are.

PS. When you know Jean Paul Gaultier and Karl Lagerfeld commisioned them to make footwear for their shows, you know you are at the right place.

Photo source: http://leannpeterson.wordpress.com/2009/09/11/must-have-now-underground-winklepicker-boots/

Photo source: http://leannpeterson.wordpress.com/2009/09/11/must-have-now-underground-winklepicker-boots/

Photo sources:
All photos are from http://www.underground-england.co.uk/originals.html unless specified

Secrets in Lace Dita Von Teese Collection

Strictly speaking, my inner state can be divided into three different characters- a gothic macabre self, a vintage glamorous self (inspired by the ethereal Dita Vion Teese), and a more modern eccentric/ artistic self (inspired by the lovely Daphne Guinness).

Focusing more on my vintage glamorous side today, I generally live a life immersed in the old ways of glamor, hence my undying love for steel boned corsets and vintage suspender stockings. Basically if you are looking for vintage hosiery, you should really look at Secrets in Lace (http://www.secretsinlace.com/). Their lingerie range is quite comprehensive, which of course includes suspender belts and hosiery. Its star attraction, the Dita Von Teese Collection is truly glamorous in every sense of the word, because not only is the Burlesque Queen known to wear these stockings frequentkly, she co-designs them as well!



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My absolute favorite is the Dita's Diamond Backseam (The leg comes in both grey and beige). But however I put it, 60 US Dollars (which dsnt include international shipping cost) for a pair of stockings are still quite pricey. I thought it over for weeks and weeks, then thought, screw my budgets, they are so exquisite and are the perfect jewel to adorn my legs! They arrived earlier this week and are the best stockings I have ever laid my hands on (both in terms of quality and aesthetics). Sigh, I think I have a new fetish now =)

Dita's Diamond Backseam in grey
(Photo source: http://www.secretsinlace.com/category/Dita_Von_Teese_Stockings)

Me in my very own Dita's Diamond Backseam (beige)!

Oh and one last thought, 6 straps suspenders are the best because they hold the stockings more firmly in place, making them less able to twist! Add satin gloves and a pair of Louboutins (shown below with my 6 strap suspender belt is my Louboutin 160 Alti Pump), and you are ready to conquer the world!