East Side Mobin: My interview with ESM

You may or may not (Preferably may) have seen a shirt, some shorts,

or maybe a sticker or two around your neighborhood.

Maybe you've heard your friends talking about them, 

maybe not, but if you do not know about East Side Mob...

You're quite late to the party.

(Stine & Oscar. Oscar is wearing one of the newer ESM shirts)


Chicagoans/ East Side Mob Founders Oscar & Stine
have a business plan: Takeover Chicago then the world!
Armed with a pack of cigs, my phone and note pad
I recently had an interview with the East Side Mobbers
on a roof top looking over downtown Chicago.
We spoke about their plans for the future, their spring/summer line,
and what brought them to found the indie-punk street wear company that is
EAST SIDE MOB.

1.) So, when did you decided to start ESM?

STINE: I think... Sophomore year?
OSCAR: Yeah, in Mr. Myers class.
Me: Oh, you started in school?
S: Yeah, we took a graphic design class
and he basically let us do whatever we want. So we would make
stencils and shirts etc.
O: But, we didnt think to sell our stuff until we went to
Gallery37 (an art program in downtown Chicago).

2.) Who/What inspires your designs for ESM?

Pete Wentz is a huge inspiration. Also, UNIF, Drop Dead,
A$AP Rocky, Azealia Banks and... OURSELVES.

(ESM Shroom T-Shirts)

3.) Who would you say is your main clientele?

 S: Young & fun people...
O: That don't care.
 S: We love when people buy our clothes and experiment
with them. Rip them up; we like that a lot.

4.) Seeing as though you're graduating soon &

are going to separate colleges do you have future plans for

the line? Or is this the end after summer ends?

We deff plan on moving forward with ESM.

We're setting up a look book, adding more colors,

making the line more intricate.
O: "We wanted to make clothes that we would buy.
I got tired of going into store and never seeing clothes I wanted."

(ESM customer displaying her new T)

5.)Do you plan on making changes to the line anytime

soon? Are you going to keep the "homemade" feel to it?

O: Yes, most of the pictures are taken in my bedroom on my door!
S: Yeah, we don't have any big plans to change anything in the future.

 (ESM Custom order shorts)

I'm in love with the with the above shorts!

So cute! and in my fave color. Id buy them..

 if I were a girl. Fuck it, I might just buy them

 and hang them up on my wall.

Everything made by East Side Mob is $20 or less!

The T-shirts are only $10!

And yes, they do custom orders...

Perfect right?

So far they've had orders come in from
Manhattan, Brooklyn, L.A, Indiana, Maryland etc.
And the brand is only growing!
Keep up the good work!

ESM till I die!

Contact ESM:
Kri- Stine's FACEBOOK
Oscar's Facebook
 http://eastsidemob.tumblr.com
BUY EASTSIDEMOB HERE!!!!

Contact ME:
Facebook
TWITTER


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SPRINGTIME means No Socks!

Chicago is one of the most beautiful places in the world.

That why during my two favorite seasons (Spring & autumn)

I freak out and start taking pictures of random happenings.

But since I dont have the Canon xlr anymore Ive

been forced to take pictures on my android.

The pics are still of beautiful landscapes, but are

a lesser quality then previous photos ive posted of my fave seasons!

I mean, you get the point of the pictures which is what matters most.

Right?

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People Whose Style Should be Admired: Karolina Medina

This is probably one of my favorite style post.

Not because of her insane beauty or phenomenal style,

but simply because she's such an honest, interesting,

confident, and AMAZING individual.

She among many others I have spoken of in previous post

are my exact definition of a "Platique Girl."

A Classic beauty with a pleasant personality, impeccable styling-

modern with classic influences, & most of all she has to be

able to have fun. Karolina can drink me under the table

without smearing her lipstick or falling in her heels...

That is why I admire her style:

Why I admire her!

Below is my interview with Karo

and select pictures I feel show her beauty and style.

1.) First, can you describe your style for me? 

"I don't think there's one word that would describe my style.

 I love to mix vintage inspired pieces with every outfit. I also like to

 have the whole look pull together from my hair and makeup."

2.) Does the west coast inspire your style?

 Because there is definitely a little Chicago in everything I wear.

"It does, believe it or not most of the time I dress according to the weather outside.

 I like to feel comfy, stylish, and confident at the same time."

3.) What one article of clothing or accessory do you need at all times?

"I'm obsessed with Shoes!!!

Mostly all kinds of platforms and huge wedges!!

I personally think you can always rock them with

long skirts, dresses, shorts... You name it!!"

4.) Lastly, who/what are some of your fashion

inspirations dead or alive? And why?

"I have a lot of fashion inspirations, but mostly with my surroundings.

I like to push my limits and try to wear new things all the time.

Thrift stores are one of my things I enjoy.

 You never know what kind of unique treasures you can find to add to your wardrobe."

I love everything about Karolina.

She is one of the many reasons I love fashion.

Its hard to find people who truly understand the effort it

takes to find that garment that can make you feel UNTOUCHABLE.

She understands me, and I understand her.

xx

Karolina, is beautiful and speaks her mind;

Sometimes with words, but all the time with her style.



TUMBLR: Colourful Things

I decided to make a Tumblr.
For no other reason beside I have so many thoughts
and see so many pictures that id love to share
with you guys on here but it just wouldn't go
along with the over all image of the blog.
So www.RaRaAntonio.Tumblr.com also known as
"Thoughts Dreams & Colourful Things" is where you can find all my extra thoughts and images that I love.

Tumblr is fun so you should make one
if you don't already have one
and then follow me!
But it is quite addicting so be careful

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People Whose Style Should Be Admired: Kait Cutler

This stunning creature is Kait Cutler.

She's a Chicagoan by way of Powell, Ohio & she

is pure Unadulterated sex to my eyes:

The "fun, wild with a little Kink" type of SEX to my eyes.

Her STYLE is the type that a lot of people have tried to

capture and make their own, but are never able to pull it off.

It's a very DARK style, but also very girly and sexy.

Recently I found myself unable to find anyone whose style

captured my eyes the way my former entries have/did.

Then Kait came along and it was a godsend.

Well, below are a few questions I have

asked Kait plus her amazing answers grouped with

a few pictures of her style & beauty.

1.) Can you describe your style a little for me?

Do you think you fall into a specific style group?

"Neutrals with a pop. I'm definitely an all black kind of girl,

but I always find a way to sneak a little color in there."

2.) What inspires you/your fashion sense?

Friends? City life? Art? What?

"My surroundings definitely inspire my style. I look for inspiration in architecture,

street style, and friends. It helps to be in such a diverse city."

"..and geometry is such a huge factor in what heels

 I choose to purchase. Angular Skyscraper heels forever!"

3.) Do your clothes reflect your emotions of the time?

I mean, I sometimes wear my emotions without noticing so it happens...

 "For sure. If I'm feeling frumpy and gross, I'm gonna need a pick me up, you know?

I'll throw on some heels and a black dress, do my hair,

and go dancing. I totally dress to improve my mood."

4.) What article of clothing or accessory

can you NOT by any means leave home without?

"Haha, it's not even an article of clothing, but lipstick.

I always leave the house with a purse

full of at least 3 different shades of lip wear.

My coworkers (boys too!) always come straight to me if they need some pigment on their lips."

Okay, last question btw thanks again for the interview!

5.) What's your favorite pass time in Chicago?

What does Kait like to do for fun?!

"I'm a big fan of trying new food. If it sounds weird, I'll eat it.

I'm blessed to be in Chicago where it's really easy to find strange foods to consume.

I suppose I could be called a "foodie".

 Anthony Bourdain is my biggest crush."

I fell in love with Kait when I saw her, and If you

frequent this blog we prob have the same taste and you're in love also!

Kait's FACEBOOK Link!

Follow Me on TWITTER!

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D.I.Y Style (Kinda)

I Bought this shirt at Urban Outfitters of 2 girls licking an ice cream

cone, and I thought they looked forced and FAKE. loll

And i was also feeling like an angsty teenage girl that

had black paint that I needed to get rid of so...

So I made a mess!

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Alexander Wang F/W 2012: QuickReview

Alexander Wang is always bringing his A*game

I honestly dont think he can do less than perfect.

If you go to his show expect to see structure, clean

lines, new age garments, A little white, a lot of black, & his best.

He sent his squadron of amazons (Including Gisele, Suvi, and Carmen!)

down the runway and off to war on the runway of Fashion Week.

Knee high boots, glossy jackets, fishnet mask.. felt sort

of like post apocalyptic high fashion.

Some have tried, but none have succeeded at doing

just enough of "To much" to still stay Chic.

Its hard, but Mr. Wang has conquered the runway enough

times that shows it is possible.

He made it possible.

Check out the bag.

Yeah, I want it too.

Classic.

It has been said that watching a Wang show

is could be simalar to watching Dali reveal his artistry,

a Genius play chess, Venus play tennis, or Tiger golf.

There is nothing like it.

All images provided by http://www.models.com/

Perfect.

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PREEN F/W 2012: QuickReview.

Can PREEN Designers Junstin Thorton and Thea Bregazzi do

any wrong? No. Atleast not in my eyes.

Fashion shows tell a story. I would hate for someone to

want to wear my designs, but have no care for the story they are

telling as they walk down the street promoting my name.

Everytime I see fashion I wonder what the designers

thoughts were as they were creating: What were their feelings.

Justin and Thea chose children's author Beatrix Potter

as slight inspiration for their F/W line, but I think it was more

then the books/author that inspired them.

I believe it was childhood itself that inspired the patterns, colors,

and towering heals before your eyes.

When you imagine your Autumn days as

a child what comes to mind?

I think of the orange, green, and brown midwestern

Fall leaves brushing past my feet. Standing on my tip-toes

trying to catch that glow bug but never reaching.

My mothers fur, and my last days without a heavy coat!

I see all of these things in this collection, but

then again that just me.

After the leaves have brushed into the street and the temp

has droped below comfort weather; The sky gets dark

and so do our clothes because winter has come once more.

Those shoes are to die for correct?

Well they're all a part of the PREEN

collection at ALDO.

The Preen show is one of my favorites every year

for a reason; I hate dissapointment.

PREEN never dissapoints.

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AlleyArt Chicago: Neo

So, JaJa, this Fabulous girl named Lauren
(yeah, I'm trying to bring "fabulous" back),
and I went to NEO in Chicago's Lincoln Park.
Inside was OKay.. but idk if it was the malt liquor
I chugged minutes before, the fact that it was almost 5am or the overwhelming
amount of leather everyone was wearing but I found myself standing outside
A lot admiring the art.






Seriously, finding artistic gems hiding away in this
city I love so much just brings to mind childhood memories
and for some reason "The Wizard of Oz" because after all...

"There is no place like home."




All photos were obviously taken on my cell phone.

FOLLOW ME ON TWITTER.
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LANVIN Men F/W 2012: QuickReview.

Lanvin's Menswear Designer Lucas Ossendrijver took his
F/W 2012/13 collection to a new level of style with a little
European class. I love it, and I know this might not be a surprise
to those who read the blog regularly, but to those who
don't I am absolutely obsessed with Lanvin. Its one fashion
house that never disappoints in any way. Don't get me wrong
just like with every other designer there are hits and misses,
but with Lanvin they are very rare.
Check out a few shots from the show during fashion week below, and
don't forget to look at the video Courtesy of WWW.MODELS.COM!

The "best styled award" will have to go to the above model.
Someone paid a lot of attention to details with this one.

My least favorite piece would have to be the obvious
Alcatraz inspired pair of pants. Just not my taste..

Model Noma Han is wearing one of my favorite pieces
from the show. The navy calf length coat he's wearing is magnificent right?
I love that word soo much! MAGNIFICENT! MAGNIFICENT! MAG-NI-FI-CENT!



Lavin Men F/W 2012   

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