Tokyo the 4th Dimension Street Style
C & Boxing Day Aftermatch
27 Dec 2009
{C_day} & Boxing Day Aftermath
The day after the 25th December, I absolutely dread hearing the C {whispers Christmas} word again. Hence the best way to cure that, is the Frenetic Boxing Day sales!! Yesss I retreated myself to my armchair, laptop, debit card, and alert eyes and fingers with the occasional glass of Martini Rosso and Bailey's Coffee. I decided this year not to brave the cold and the neon lighted stores until the January Sales. There's more sales out there then all the Turkeys consumed this year, so I must limit myself to some of HYENA favourites....
astleyclarke.com bunnyhug.co.uk And some Independant Boutiques
So far I've ended up buying three pair of shoes, ankle wedge boots and Ankle/Oxfords and Knee High boots and two coats, one Military styled & other Dogtooth patterned , and the best thing is there all free return purchases. Just in case I don't like the look of them!
These Victorian Inspired Boots spoke to me, but I was gently let down , as they were not in my size.... Feel like a Ugly sister in Cinderella!!
Happy Holidays...................Happy Hunting.............................
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Merry Christmas from Guilty Hyena ♥
24 Dec 2009
Baubles Hem Merry a Good Cheer
Chau Har Lee Shoes
23 Dec 2009
Rightly viewed, posses not only truth, but supreme beauty
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High Court Studded Shoes
22 Dec 2009
Hyena Paws Pack Progeny
Despite delay, I eventually got my Canon Camera repaired, I made the amateur mistake of ....ramming it in my suitcase, and luggage then went on a bumpy joyride... and got damaged.
Ushering In....my Hyena pack sibling, who will be my victim muse from now on :) and is shown wearing some vintage studded high court shoes purchased a few months ago.
Thank you ♥ for being such a patient muse!.... beware more to come!
Marie Claire Italy December 2009
Chalet Cabana Lodge
Some bounteous John Galliano shoes and knit underwear :) ready to build a camp-fire!
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Seena Design Jewellery
Beseech these lovely nape adornments, I sporadically come across interviews with independent designers, and I find myself inquisitively fascinated with the person behind the cosmos creations, I find it is one of the main elements in buying handmade objects, the personal touch behind the product. That's why I decided to Interview the individual behind these lovely jewellery adornments called Christy Brinegar for Seena Design , my first victim in the Hyena Den and decided to have a peep behind the cloak and to quiz this talented designer.
Drape your purest feelings on the nape of a precious lover
Was there a specific moment where you remember falling in love with creating jewelry?
I was living in Hollywood and becoming depressed by the minimalism happening in the Fashion industry. I wanted to contribute to the personalization of minimalism in garments, and found inspirations among some of the top tier designers who turned to the exaggeration of accessories to embellish the most simple garments. I went to fashion school, and took many sewing classes, but it has never been my strong point. I discovered that I operate on a much more three dimensional, sculptural level, which made my transition into accessories easy. I found that building accessories was a natural process for me, and fell in love with it.
Where do you find your inspiration?
I find inspiration all over the place. Everything from a pretty sky scape, to a gorgeous dress in a window. Sometimes a specific piece of materials I have will inspire me. Often, I find that I start a piece with one idea, but the piece will grow in it's own direction, and I just end up following. I believe that there is beauty all around, you just have to know how to find it.
What is your favourite making technique and why?
My primary technique is to drape a piece directly on a body and start from there. For me, it is almost impossible to make something from a two dimensional form into a three dimensional object. I love seeing a piece come to life on a body; for me, that is my favorite technique.
What are your best-selling items?
Thus far my most popular pieces have either been on the more commercially friendly level (typically smaller pieces) or on the extremely grand scale (the most extravagant). I've found that I either need to design BIG, or design more conservatively. There doesn't seem to be much demand for the middle ground.
As a jewellery designer, what sense of fulfillment do you gain from your work?
I find fulfillment in providing the wearer with a piece that they will really love. Each piece I design is intended to speak specifically to one person, with a strong emphasis on personal style and individuality. For me, if I can contribute to a persons individuality and personal expression, that is the biggest reward.
Where can we find out more about you and your work?
My work is featured in multiple stores in California, at Topaz Boutique in Cambridge MA, and at Enne Ennequattordici in Milan Italy. You may find pieces online at http://www.etsy.com/shop/
If anyone wants to request a custom made piece what is the best way to contact you? What process do you go through with your customers who want custom-made pieces? Should they send a written description, sketches, etc? I participate in the Alchemy program in Etsy, and am very open to taking requests for custom items. In the past, I have had the luxury of working directly with customers in one on one environment. I now collaborate with clients both online and over the phone. The more information they can provide to me about what they want, the better. Photographs, descriptions, sketches, or inspirations are all things that aid my creative process. To date in my career, I have created custom bridal veils, bridal accessories, tulle boas, necklaces, head pieces, bracelets, earrings and belts for customers. It's one of my favorite parts of the job, designing with specific people in mind.
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Connie Lim Illustrations
Shuffle the Cards
Connie Lim, fashion designer and illustrator creates beautiful collection of drawings in glamorous playing card themes, deriving inspiration from aged buildings and her love of Pugh to her feminine images and pieces. Connie has a gift in creating animated fashion sketches appearing edgy and dazzling.
Art was always one of my favourite subjects and A guilty conscience always needs to confess. A work of art is a confession! †
