Japanese Vintage Fashion

by | Aug 17, 2012 | Books, Collectables, Fashion, Travel

I found these magazines at an antique store in Shimokitazawa. A clothing catalog and a kntting book. These prints are so fantastic and the kids adorable! I can’t help but imagine adult versions. Why do I always want to dress in children’s clothes!? Oh how...

There is a Bluebird in my Heart

by | Aug 14, 2012 | Beatnik, Books, Tattoos

Bluebird by Charles Bukowski there’s a bluebird in my heart that wants to get out but I’m too tough for him, I say, stay in there, I’m not going to let anybody see you. there’s a bluebird in my heart that wants to get out but I pour whiskey on...

Moise Kisling

by | Aug 13, 2012 | Francofiles

I just discovered the work of Moise Kisling. I’m delighted to find his pre-beatnik images. He was painting in the teens to the 30’s in Paris and hanging out with the Montparnasse crowd. Look how modern his work is. It definely reminds me of...

Kyoto Traditional

by | Aug 12, 2012 | Travel

We were in Kyoto during golden week which is a national holiday in Japan. Maybe that’s why we saw so many people in traditional dress. Or maybe people in Kyoto are just more classic. Anyways here is a photo of a beautiful neighborhood temple. I was lucky enough...