#this mans wardrobe is iconic outfit after iconic outfit

[theartintrying]

pov you tried hiding in the tall grass

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so in honor of spooky season just starting, I wanted to try my hand on creepier art ...then got stuck because I'm not sure how to paint this (😭)

The character is Redford Wild from @sheisawantedman 's comic Running Wild, which I've been catching up on and oh 👏 my 👏 god what an amazing read

(i know he only kills in the summer and that's like his whole thing, but his coat from winter '68 is too iconic not to draw it imsorryyy 🙏)

Anyways, look it up if you get the chance, I promise it's very good. I mean the art, the vibes, the emotional rollercoaster, ugh, I'm obsessed

Happy september, much love!

[lewisvinga]

the designer vs. the model | charles leclerc x fem! reader

summary; fans begged and begged fashion icon and designer y/n to help charles out, luckily for him, she gave him the girlfriend effect

fc; jennie kim

warnings; ?

taglist; @namgification @louvrepool @locelscs

note; requested !

masterlist !

liked by yourbestfriend, and others

yourusername: cannes film festival; the design, before & after 🎀

username: AN ICON

username: i knew she’d eat this gala up😩

yourbestfriend: my beautiful talented best friendddd😻

yourusername: hehe love u xx

username: her talent needs to be studied

username: pls style charles_leclerc he needs help

username: studying fashion to be just like y/n!

username: y/n we need your talent on the f1 grid specifically in the ferrari garage specifically charles_leclerc

username: heyyy girl, u gonna need to share your styling talents w a certain monegasque 😁

username: oh i just know she’d give charles the girlfriend effect

username: STYLE CHARLES_LECLERC

yourusername: whaaaa ö

liked by pierregasly, yourusername, and others !

charles_leclerc: new profession: photographer

username: omg y/n liked!

username: we bullied him into only wearing sweatshirts and jeans omg 😭😭

username: thats what he gets for his horrendous style…

pierregasly: imagine you as a photographer 😂

charles_leclerc: hey! i’m not too bad!

username: yourusername pls help this poor man , he has very poor fashion taste🙏

username: ok this fit isn’t too bad, plain! but not that bad!

username: yourusername mother pls help father out

yourusername: i think the people want me to style you , haha !

charles_leclerc: my style can’t be that bad, no?

yourusername: it could use some improvement…

charles_leclerc: well, i’m open for suggestions!

yourusername uploaded to their story !

[caption 1; don’t worry ladies and gentlemen, we’re gonna make sure he has a good wardrobe 😇!] [caption 2; designing n making some new pieces for his closet 😵‍💫]

charles_leclerc uploaded to their story !

[caption 1; the forced smile after i showed her some outfit ideas…] [caption 2; her real smile after i got her a latte for being patient w my poor fashion skills😁

liked by yourusername, carlossainz5, and others !

charles_leclerc: photo dump , but do you notice any new fashion improvements ? 😁

yourusername: much better than those horrendous blue and white pants …

charles_leclerc: they weren’t that bad

yourusername: cha…… they were horrid

username: wait…. he fr looks good

yourusername: he’s got a pretty face but thats just enhanced by the better fashion sense!😁

charles_leclerc: u think i’m pretty?😊

yourusername: ur my prettiest model

username: OH HELLO

username: hes 100% dating y/n bc thats an improvement from that horrid blue outfit 😭

username: muy buenos días y que vivan los hombres 😍 [very good morning and long live men]

username: his style is improving, everyone cheered!

username: the sigh of relief i just let out

carlossainz55: mate, you have everyone relieved from your new fashion improvements 🤣

charles_leclerc: and i can see why after i looked at my old outfits…

liked by charles_leclerc, yourbestfriend, and others !

yourusername: the designer vs. the model 🌸

tagged; charles_leclerc

charles_leclerc: where would my closet be w/o you, chérie…

yourusername: unfortunately, seen in the public

charles_leclerc: my favorite and the most prettiest designer ❤️

yourusername: you’re my favorite and the most prettiest model 💞

username: oh my goodness gracious me

username: STOPP THEYRE SO CUTE😖😖

username: she got him a good pair of glasses thank u queen y/n

username: them at the basketball game together 🥹🥹🥹🥹

username: we’re abt to get the best charles outfits thank u y/n😭😭😭🙏🙏🙏

yourbestfriend: watch your back sharl she was mine first

charles_leclerc: womp womp she’s mine now

yourusername: ladies, ladies, there’s enough of me to go around ( btw yourbestfriend come over asap i need to do another fitting on u )

[lev1hei1chou]

Fashion Icon

Dad!Gojo x reader Genre: Fluff Words: 504 Synopsis: Gojo's baby has to be a fashion icon Masterlist

It was a sunny afternoon when Gojo Satoru, your husband, decided to take your baby out for a stroll. As he strapped the little bundle of joy into the stroller, he couldn't help but envision his child as a miniature fashion icon.

"Alright, little one, let's show the world what style truly means," Gojo declared with a wink, earning a gurgle of approval from the baby.

With his sunglasses perched on his nose and his hair flowing in the breeze, Gojo strutted down the street with the stroller, drawing curious glances from passersby.

As the duo wandered, Gojo's attention was caught by a trendy baby boutique, its windows adorned with the latest in infant fashion. Unable to resist the allure, he veered off course and entered the store, much to the confusion of the sales clerk.

"Welcome! How can I help you today?" the clerk chirped, eyeing the man's eccentric attire and the bemused baby in the stroller.

Gojo's eyes gleamed with excitement as he surveyed the racks of miniature clothing and accessories. "I'm here to upgrade my baby's wardrobe," he announced proudly, causing the clerk to raise an eyebrow.

Undeterred, Gojo dove into the aisles, plucking out tiny onesies, stylish boots, and even a miniature fedora. With each selection, he imagined the baby strutting their stuff with confidence, just like their stylish father.

After what seemed like an eternity of browsing, Gojo returned to the stroller, laden with bags of baby fashion treasures. He carefully arranged the purchases around the bemused infant, who seemed more interested in chewing on their own fingers.

As they exited the store, Gojo couldn't contain his excitement. "Isn't this amazing, little one? You're going to be the most fashionable baby in town!"

Back home, you greeted the duo with a mix of amusement and bewilderment. "What on earth happened? Why do we suddenly have enough baby clothes to outfit a small army?"

Gojo flashed his trademark grin, his sunglasses gleaming. "Well, you see, darling, our child simply cannot be seen in anything less than the finest threads. Fashion is a way of life, even for the tiniest among us!"

You couldn't help but laugh at his enthusiasm, shaking your head in disbelief. "I suppose our baby will thank you for their impeccable style sense one day."

In the days that followed, Gojo's fashion obsession reached new heights as he eagerly dressed the baby in each new ensemble, staging impromptu photoshoots and posting them to social media with the hashtag #BabyFashionista.

Despite your initial skepticism, you couldn't deny the joy that radiated from Gojo whenever he admired the baby's stylish outfits. And as the months passed, you found yourself joining in on the fun, eagerly browsing for the latest trends in infant fashion.

As the baby grew older, they developed their own unique sense of style, much to Gojo's delight. Whether it was a tiny pair of sunglasses perched on their nose or a miniature trench coat draped over their shoulders, they exuded confidence and charm wherever they went.

[illubean]

Can you write something for reader stealing illumis clothes to wear? :3

Favorite Sweater

Characters: Illumi Zoldyck Type: Fluff, Oneshot, Gn!reader

certified Zoldyck fashion icon right here

Warnings: none

There were many perks to having a rich boyfriend. But one thing you didn't expect to like so much is his extensive wardrobe. It's almost as if he had an outfit for every occasion. He had so many articles of clothing and yet you had only seen him wear the same 5 outfits.

He wouldn't mind if I borrowed some of this...right?

You looked towards the door of the room and back into the grand walk-in closet before you. Illumi was out on a job and wouldn't be back until later this evening, so you could have your fun playing dress up without getting caught.

Making your decision, you step into the closet and look around at the sleek, black shelves. There were so many things hung around the space. He had a wall of suits, another for shoes, then more casual clothes neatly folded and stacked on top of each other.

After looking through all his fancier clothes, you make your way over to the every-day wear and search for something you might steal. Even all of his casual clothes belonged to expensive brands.

Tom Ford, Valentino, Versace, Yohji Yamamoto...geez I could only wish to own this much designer.

During your search, one particular item caught your attention. A soft, purple zip up that was vaguely familiar.

Now where have I seen this before...

A few moments passed then it finally clicked. This was one of his favorite sweaters when he was a teen. You'd seen it in many photos that his mother had. Smiling at the thought, you decided he wouldn't mind if you were to borrow this for the day. Putting the sweater on and making sure you left your boyfriend's closet as clean as you found it, you went on your merry way.

A few hours had passed since your raid on Illumi's closet, and you were now laying on his bed, reading a book. You heard a click as the bedroom door opened, signaling your boyfriend was home. You looked up from your book and smiled.

"Welcome home Illu-bae"

He hummed in acknowledgement, walking past you and towards the closet you had been poking around in hours prior. But suddenly, he stopped in his tracks and turned towards you before tilting his head.

"bitch Is that my sweater?"

You looked down at yourself and back at the man.

"Huh, I guess it is."

He only blinked before returning to his previous task, changing out of his dirty clothes. After changing, he wordlessly approached the bed and flopped directly on top of you. You let out a puff of air at the sudden impact, while Illumi layed his entire body weight on you. Huffing, you set your book to the side and brought your hands to play with his hair.

"You're heavy."

"You know that was my favorite sweater?" he questioned, completely disregarding your previous statement.

"Mhm. Y'know Illumi, you should start wearing different outfits. I mean seriously, there's so many things in your closet that would look so good on you!"

He hummed before sitting up slightly to look at you in your eyes. With the same stoic expression he always has, he says

"Yeah, well I like this sweater on you more."

[dribs-and-drabbles]

Most memorable items of clothing in bl series in 2023

In order of their airing/me watching them:

I'm thankful I've gotten into the habit of noting which shows I watch and when otherwise I wouldn’t be able to remember. As it is, first on my list is Bed Friend, which kind of sets the tone for this post since it features the best and the worst outfit choices for Uea. The waffle robes and cat ears vs the fake sleeves shirt.

Next is a quick shout out to Por in My School President, since the show started in 2022 but did finish in 2023, and basically all of his outfits. The man is a style icon. But this stripy polo shirt takes the biscuit for me. I need to have it.

On to Moonlight Chicken and this one is a combined effort between Heart and Li Ming. @telomeke prompted me to write a little about it, but essentially the two shirts together are saying 'you're my other half'. Urthe / Tomato sauce.

The Gloves! Need I say more? (Alright, for those of you who don't know - how could you not?! - they're from Chains of Heart).

And now not strictly an item of clothing but an accessory, the most straight ankle bracelet you'll ever see in a thai series. Totally platonic, not gay AT ALL. In Midnight Museum.

In July the different Thai production companies took stock of three versions of the same stripy linin shirt – the cream long-sleeved, the brown short-sleeved, and the charcoal short-sleeved - and proceeded to clad every actor they could in one of them within a three and a half month period (six shows*, eight different characters). We had couple-shirts with both Kawi and Pisaeng and Mew and Top wearing them, and Namneua in Wedding Plan wore all three. (*Step by Step, Be My Favourite, Hidden Agenda, Wedding Plan, Love in Translation, and Only Friends).

Staying in July for a while, and speaking of weddings, Kawi rocked on up to Pearmai and Not's wedding in Be My Favourite in this brown houndstooth shirt and black pants outfit - an almost exact replica of Ray's outfit in the original pilot trailer for Only Friends. I waited with baited breath to see if Ray would still wear the outfit in the actual series...and he did! Not only that, I then realised Uea had already worn it in Bed Friend earlier in the year.

In a surprising turn of events, Be My Favourite – and Krist – turned out to actually be Quite Good. Perhaps distracted by Krist's puppy eyes, we weren't entirely ready for the first appearance of the Dudes shirt – itself a wonderful comment on the narrative since Kawi was figuring out his feelings for Pisaeng – but it was a delight to see it again on Nick in Only Friends, and offering a different narrative comment.

This next one may only be notable for me, but when I was doing my dedicated scan through of oh so many shows to collect items for the communal wardrobe, I noticed this sand and grey sweater amongst the many other items of shared clothing which appeared in The Warp Effect and then very briefly on Pisaeng in Be My Favourite. Not long after, the trailer for Last Twilight dropped and I spotted it again immediately. I've also since noticed it in a speed scan of The Shipper. Not only do I think it's a pretty neat sweater, but I loved the effect it gave in Last Twilight, which I wrote about at the end of this post.

This is getting long but I'm going to keep going (this might be the only 2023 wrap up I do so I'ma make it count).

If you've been following me for a while (or since the BBS days), you’ll know how rabid I go when I see a pair of the yellow-soled Mustard brand shoes in a show. The most recent being in Hidden Agenda worn by Zo…but they're not the ones on this list. Oh no, it's Joke's blue-soled shoes which made me sit up and scream this time...meaning even their shoes were colour-coded in this show. Oh how I wish I could buy a pair of each.

There were many fabulous outfits in Laws of Attraction (especially Charn's) but Tanthai's green rope shirt wins out for me. Green seemed to be used in the show to represent the lies and secrets Tanthai was forced to keep because of his father, and he was metaphorically bound and trapped in these lies and his life. Ah perfection!

I've mentioned a lot of brilliant items but there have also been many awful ones, and the one I can't seem to stop thinking about (or horrifying over) is the Droopy Tits shirt (or Nipple Protector, whichever way you want to call it) which first appeared in Dangerous Romance and then The Jungle just three days later. I'm surprised we haven't seen it again to be honest, but I imagine if we get more spoiled rich kids we probably will.

These next two aren't specific items but more of a shout out to the whole wardrobe design of the shows.

First, Only Friends, with Mew and Ray's transformation to Ray and Sand's (respective) wardrobe choices, as well as the inversion of colours to highlight differences in relationships, and the use of colour-groupings to separate characters (<- a post i have yet to write). I wish I could write more about it…but life is just too busy to give it the time it needs.

The second is, of course, Ai Di and Chen Yi in Kiseki: Dear to Me with how they always share a colour in their different outfits. @respectthepetty details this perfectly here, so I don't need to. I am however still feral about these two and can't wait to do a full re-watch of the show.

And lastly, much like Baseball Mom in Bad Buddy two years ago (and to be honest many of Pat's other shirts), Aof recently gifted us another absolutely ridiculous but brilliantly poignant t-shirt slogan in Mhok's Fart Proudly shirt in Last Twilight, which I went into detail about here. Just A+

Thanks for sticking with me through all that! Any others that stood out for you or that I missed?

[itsclydebitches]

I'm preparing myself for the personal disappointment of Ted going back home to Kansas (even though I don't believe that's his home anymore) and that Trent will see him off in a ruby slippers shirt, especially since Lance has worn one before and we now know a lot of Trent's shirts are coming from his closet:

But in writing another meta I've been thinking a lot about Ted Lasso's clothing, particularly how it is used to connect with others and showcase growth. Sometimes that attempt is a failure and the growth is a detriment to the character, such as Nate trying to copy Roy's all black suit, and sometimes it's a success and the growth is something to celebrate, like Roy finding a compromise between his and Phoebe's tastes with his dark-colored, tie-die t-shirt. Beyond the issue that I don't want Ted to go back to Kansas at all (not unless the intention is to have him realize that Richmond is his true home now), a Dorothy shirt would fall flat for me because there's no in-universe connection to Ted. We as the audience understand the allusion because we've been picking up on hints since Season 1: Ted makes a quip about not being in Kansas anymore, he holds high scores on a Wizard of Oz pinball machine, he's surrounded by other allusions such as an emotionless man in need of a heart (Roy), a scared lion who rejects being a panda (Rebecca), and the comedic, presumed idiot who does in fact have a brain (Jamie). But all of that exists on an analytical level. In-world, Ted hasn't identified with Dorothy and what few connections there are -- such as that acknowledgement that he feels out of his depth in a new world -- are no longer accurate three seasons later, after a hell of a lot of growth. Unlike the suit and the shirts that exist overtly on screen as a way to say, "These characters are sharing a connection," Trent talking to Ted in a Dorothy shirt would feel too removed from textual!Ted and textual!Trent to have the same impact. This shirt totally sums up his story!... provided you've done the work to interpret all the easily missed hints and ignored the ways in which a Wizard of Oz ending would (imo) be a regression for Ted.

With an acknowledgment that I'm playing with all this through the assumption that Trent's shirt will have something to do with Ted, rather than us just getting an Overtly Queer shirt to show that Trent has fully embraced who he is, I've been hemming and hawing over what I'd give him instead. In some ways, Ted is notable for his lack of distinct fashion. He wears Richmond gear 70% of the time and the rest is plain colored long-sleeved shirts and collared shirts with polos. It's a distinctly Ted look to be sure (passionate and athletic vs. soft, comfortable, and mildly professional while still feeling approachable), but there's less material to work with than, say, Keeley's vibrate, quirky wardrobe; or Rebecca's preference towards outfits that emphasize her power as a kind of shield: wealth, beauty, her height; or -- of course -- Trent's move from buttoned-up journalist to queer bracelet, queer mug, queer style icon t-shirts. I can't think of anything Trent could wear off the top of my head that would a) be within his "vibe" and b) scream "I'M DECLARING MY SUPPORT AND/OR ROMANTIC LOVE FOR TED FUCKING LASSO."

Except, of course, for a "BELIEVE" shirt.

While I love and fully agree with Ted's speech about how belief needs to come from within and, thus, their sign is not actually necessary, a part of me is still disappointed that "BELIEVE" is no longer a visual part of the club. I'd be more willing to accept letting it go if we hadn't seen that Ted himself still relies on those visual reminders. Not only does he choose to put the sign up in the first place rather than simply telling the boys to believe in themselves, but back when Nate was doubting their chances in Ted's apartment, Ted sprints to his bathroom to retrieve one of mini signs he, obviously, keeps on hand and presumably sees every morning, soon as he gets up. It's important to him, not just the message, but the physicality of the reminder itself, so I've been expecting/hoping for the message to return in a new form by the end of the season.

Granted, that little moment was a while ago and it's possible that the writers didn't realize the implications it would have when Ted later ripped up the sign. However, another reason why I don't think my expectation is completely hopeless is because of the Season 3 promo, wherein all the Richmond family make their own BELIEVE signs. Forgetting a small gag back in Season 1 or 2 is understandable, but the promotion for the latest season? Why in the world would our advertising emphasize -- and celebrate! -- all the characters creating signs of their own if the message was meant to be, "Let the sign go. It's no longer needed"?

We didn't get this scene in the show proper, but it still speaks volumes that they filmed a moment where every character puts their own spin on the BELIEVE sign, using it to highlight their personality. Then, we end with a shot of Ted's touched approval as he talks about feeling seen.

Chronologically, Trent would have been around for all this. There's no need for the team to make their own signs until they realize the original has been torn and, obviously, Trent had become a part of the family by then. He's the one who discovered how the sign was torn in the first place. So if we read the promo as canonical, even if it didn't end up in an episode, why wouldn't Trent have joined in with everyone else? Thing is, he doesn't have a locker to hang a sign on, or even an office to put it in, and given that he's worn the same two bracelets and consistently used the same mug, there's really only one way that Trent shows his personality:

Shirts.

Some of which are notably brightly colored with blocky text referencing American-style learning.

I don't want Trent to walk into the finale with a Dorothy shirt whose importance only exists on a subtexual level and heralds Ted leaving the actual home he's worked to build. I want Trent to strut out in a bright yellow shirt with BELIEVE across the front, announcing to the world that, yes, he believes in the Lasso Way. Give me the implication that he had this made when everyone was personalizing their signs. Give me a fully confident "dork" who's willing to excitedly proclaim his love and support without fear of censor. Give me a BELIEVE reminder that's now tailored to the individual and can be worn or safely tucked away as needed. Give me the possibility (because it's not gonna be canon😭) that Trent is in love with Ted and he's going to display that in the most overt but-not-actually-saying-it way possible.

He sees Ted and he loves what he sees.

Dorothy and her allusion don't exist in the textual show proper and they're definitely not connected to Trent's relationship with Ted. What is though? The very first words Trent said about Ted that weren't an insult, accusation, snide remark, or disbelieving question:

"I can't help but root for him."

What better way to take Trent full circle than to let him literally wear his heart on his sleeve, shouting in bright colors and with a noticeable vibe that yes, he does believe in Ted Lasso.

[notenuffbees]

I have many responsibilities in my personal and professional life, so naturally I used my valuable time to create this rating of every single one of Dick Knubbler's outfits. I know next to nothing about fashion, so naturally I'm the most qualified person to make this list. Bold fashion choices and wrong opinions under the cut. Let me know what you think!

"Pre-Accident" Outfit. Appears in Dethwater. What an iconic look to start the series with. Songgu Kwon's concept art that's available online has Knubbler in a traditional suit, so I wonder when they made the switch to this style jacket. It's a shame he never wore this exact outfit ever again. Maybe it doesn't go with his robotic eyes? Do you think Dick had to get a whole new wardrobe after his eyes exploded since he stopped being blue eyed? And what do you think happened to his collection of different shaded glasses? 9/10

"Award Show " Outfit. Appears in Dethwater. It's a suit. Boring. And it's just the same color scheme as the first outfit? Extra points for the bowtie and the pocket square. I just realized while making this list that he's not wearing shades in this outfit. 6/10

"Prison" Outfit. Appears in Dethwater If there was any justice in the Metalocalypse universe, Knubbler would have spent the rest of the series in this outfit in a jail cell. Not much else to say about this one. I like the red-rimmed glasses. 3/10

"Disco" Outfit. Appears in Dethwater.

Hideous. The bell bottoms, the clashing colors, the star patterns, whatever the hell kind of dance moves he's trying to pull off. Absolutely iconic. I would rank this outfit higher if it didn't physically hurt my eyes to look at it. 6/10

"Magazine" Outfit. Appears in Dethwater.

It's the same as the "Pre-Accident" Outfit, just with a green turtleneck. For some reason I don't like this outfit nearly as much. Maybe because the green matches the eyes? But aren't you supposed to match colors in fashion? I don't know. Again, I'm probably the last person in the world that should be judging clothes.

5/10

"Court" Outfit. Appears in Dethkomedy. Interesting color choices. This is why Knubbler's outfits are so great. You've got a basic suit-and-tie that becomes a fashion win/disaster with the lilac coat, black shirt, and pink striped tie. The stripes on the tie make it a little too busy for me though. 7/10

"The Knubbler" Outfit. Appears in Dethkids, Dethrecord, Dethrelease/Black Fire Upon Us, Dethhealth, Doublebookedklok. Step away from your phone/computer for a second. Close your eyes. Take a few breaths. Then picture Dick Knubbler. What outfit is he wearing? I bet you pictured him in this. If you didn't, well then it's what Murderface pictured him wearing in his gay crisis fantasy. So yeah. There's a reason this outfit is the one they put him in over three seasons. Knubbler wore this style jacket before and since these episodes, but the plum really makes this version of the outfit shine. Absolutely perfect. No notes. 10/10

"Recording on Water" Outfit. Appears in Dethvengeance, the cancelled Metalocalypse video game. Again, I love how Knubbler spices up a classic suit and tie with wild color choices. My personal preference for warm colors has me wishing the colors were a bit bolder than forest green and purple. But I gotta give love to any outfit with a pocket square. 7/10

"White Dethmas" Outfit. Appears in Dethmas, Fertilityklok, and in issue 3 of the Dethklok comic book. This one's great. It takes a brave man to wear an all white outfit, and he pulls it off. My only issue is that it's kind of weird that he also wore it to Toki's birthday party which, according to the calendar in Fertilityklok, is late summer or early autumn. I assume they made this Dethmas outfit all white to go with the snow/winter/Christmas theme, but apparently Dick will just wear it whenever. 8/10

"Christmas Special Host" Outfit. Appears in Dethmas. Perfectly average. Just a tuxedo. The red bowtie/pocket square with the green vest is a nice Christmas-y touch. Loses points for being so boring otherwise. 6/10

"Nativity" Outfit. Appears in Dethmas. I don't know if I've ever been able to watch this clip all the way through without having to pause due to the secondhand embarrassment. Sometimes I think about how there exists a 30 second clip of this man screaming in agony as the blood vessels in his face swell and his eyeballs eventually explode, but this is the clip that makes me cringe myself inside out. I can barely look at this outfit long enough to rank it. The necklace is pretty cool though, even if I can't tell what the charm is supposed to be. It kind of looks like Facebones? Or the old DeviantArt mascot? I don't know. Let's just get the hell away from this picture. 2/10

"Dealing with a Murderface Tantrum" Outfit. Appears in Dethsiduals The first of two suit-without-a-tie outfits. The purple and black go well together, and the pocket square makes another excellent appearance, although it pairs with the dress shirt this time rather than the ascot. Heh. Ascot. That's a funny word. 7/10

"Season 4" Outfit. Appears in Writersklok, Goingdownklok, Breakupklok. I'm disappointed that he had so few outfits in season 4. That sours my opinion on this suit a little. But I love that there are three completely different colors with this outfit. Someone teach me how color coordination is done so I can understand why this outfit works.

And we've got another pocket square paired with the ascot! So I get to think about the word "ascot" again! 8/10

"Flawless Disguise" Outfit. Appears in Writersklok. I love the running joke of a tracksuit and a baseball cap being the ultimate disguise in the Metalocalypse universe. Leave it to Knubbler to turn a tracksuit outfit into a capital L Look. I like that his baseball cap has a blue star on it like the pink shirt from the "Disco" Outfit, and that the suit itself is lavender like the "Court" Outfit. 8/10

"Clergy" Outfit. Appears in Army of the Doomstar Another boring outfit compared to what he wears for most of the series. I wonder why they picked green for the color. Because that was the color of his robot pupils for most of the series? Because it's the same color as the nuclear seahorse from Dethwater? Because it makes him look more like Yoda? I'll give bonus points to this outfit since he was probably free-balling under that thing. Or should I take away points for that? Honestly my least favorite part of these robes is that Dick didn't get to die in a zazzier outfit. Hopefully in the Metalocalypse universe, ghosts can pick what outfit they wear when they haunt the shit out of the band. 6/10 And that's that! Please tell me how wrong my ratings are and where you would rate them instead. I need fashion lessons!

[beautifulgiants]

Alexander Skarsgård Is Back in Calvin Klein—and Better Than Ever

For the launch of Calvin Klein Studio, the actor opens up about his new campaign, sustainable shopping, and, yes, his outfits on Succession.

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It’s the end of August when we chat, but for Alexander Skarsgård, it’s Christmas. Well, in terms of work, at least. He dials in from London, where he’s about to head to a night shoot for Pillion, his upcoming “kinky gay biker movie,” as he describes it. They’re shooting a holiday scene tonight; in 30 minutes, Skarsgård will be biker gang leader Ray. Right now, though, he’s just Alexander, and he’s here to talk about his new Calvin Klein campaign.

More than a decade after Skarsgård’s first campaign with the brand, the 48-year-old Swedish actor is stepping into CK once again. (“Was it ten years ago now?” he asks. Actually, I tell him, I think it’s been eleven. “Oh my God. Oh my Lord,” he replies.) This time around, instead of being the dangerous, daring, stripped-back seducer, he’s a refined, sleek, magnetic pillar of energy, dancing around a lofty apartment to Harry Nilsson and getting dressed with ease, grace, and a whole lot of Calvin Klein Studio—the smart, elevated new line of basics from the brand.

“I’m incredibly honored and excited,” Skarsgård says. “I’d worked with Mert [Alas, campaign director and photographer] on something else years ago and had such a great time working with him as well. It’s very fun, and he works fast, so it’s a very energetic set, which fits me. It’s very fun and loose and really, really good energy, which I kind of fed off of in shooting the video.”

This is still Calvin Klein, but not quite as you know it. Sure, the brand’s iconic underwear and sexy vibe are still in place—see: shots of Skarsgård reclining in a chair or against a wall, shirt unbuttoned and gaze steadily on the camera—but for fall 2024, it’s with a new air of elegance and timelessness. It’s a smooth whiskey instead of an ice-cold beer, a freshly pressed suit that fits just right, a shirt so silky, you forget the word polyester exists.

The easy, versatile elegance is the sort that Skarsgård naturally gravitates toward; it has the same essence, he says, as the “sleek, classic” style he knows well. “Traditionally, Scandinavian style is kind of minimalistic, and I’d say very monochromatic and very understated, so I kind of grew up in that milieu,” he explains. “Calvin Klein is obviously not a Swedish brand, but it fits very well into that.”

But no matter how sleek, how cool, how refined an outfit is, every man, at some point in his life, comes to the same realization: If it’s not comfortable, it’s not going to work.

“I’m like a five-year-old when it comes to clothes,” Skarsgård says with a laugh. He tells me about an old, beautiful wool suit that hangs in his closet, haunting him. It fits great, and he loves how it looks, “but after five minutes, it’s itchy and it’s hot and I want to take it off.”

“I find it difficult to find something that you feel like you’ve dressed up in and you look sharp, but at the same time it’s comfortable enough for you to relax in, so you don’t feel like you can’t wait to take everything off,” he adds. To him, Calvin Klein Studio hits the nail on the head; even the slim-fit blazer and trousers have some stretch to them. “The material was like wearing a sweatsuit, basically.”

The only time he’s willing to step out of his literal comfort zone with clothes is when he’s working—and even then, he sometimes still finds himself in pieces from his own closet. When I remark that, of all his past roles, I’d most like to pilfer the outfits of Lukas Matsson, his unserious, freaky tech-billionaire character on Succession, I find out that I’m pretty much just asking to steal from Skarsgård’s wardrobe.

“In the end of season 3, when Logan and Roman go to Lukas’s villa, we were still trying to set the character and the tone of Lukas,” he reveals. “We hadn’t really nailed it down yet... and I showed up to set wearing what I ended up wearing on-camera, which was slacks, a T-shirt, and flip-flops. Those were all my personal pieces, because we wanted something to play as a contrast to the Roys, who wore super-expensive clothes and were very dressed up.”

Surely, every Succession fan knows and remembers the Roys’ understated, logo-less Loro Piana and Tom Ford looks. By the time the show ended, “quiet luxury” was seamlessly embedded in all our vocabularies. Matsson, on the other hand, was a walking advertisement for brands like Fjällräven and Needles, with logos and colors and textures all competing for the spotlight.

“I thought that’d be fun, to play a character who didn’t give a fuck and just wore slacks and flip-flops to a billion-dollar meeting,” Skarsgård says. “So I didn’t have to purchase that. Those outfits, they were already mine.”

With Skarsgård, avoiding excess is an ongoing trend. Even a lifestyle, if you will. He hosts the podcast How We Fix This, which highlights various ventures and practices aimed at sustainability, and he is clearly no stranger to the impact the fashion industry has on the environment. Instead of buying new clothes, he prefers to have a limited wardrobe with versatile options. Two suits, maybe three, tops—and to make the cut, they have to be comfortable, make him look good, and feel great.

“It’s not sustainable with fast fashion, where we’re incentivized to buy new pieces of clothing every single day and then throw them out and then buy new stuff,” he says. “I think it’s very important that when you go out to buy stuff, [you] buy stuff that you obviously love and you’re excited to come home and try on but [also] pieces that will last and sustain you. You want to build a relationship with those pieces, or at least I do. I love having stuff that I’ve worn for many years and that I have many memories from wearing.”

He doesn’t like the idea of having a brand-new outfit for every red carpet, either. “What signal does that send out to the public?” he asks. “It’s basically saying you can’t be seen in the same outfit more than once, which incentivizes people to just go out and buy, buy, buy, which I can’t endorse.” Far preferable is putting on a blazer he wore to a premiere five, ten, fifteen years ago and reliving the experience. Creating a capsule wardrobe from pieces so good, so well-made, he can wear them and feel great until they “fall off [his] body and disintegrate.” Only then is it time to buy something new, then repeat the cycle until that piece reaches the end of its lifespan.

The key idea here is intention: investing in items that are timeless and high quality, that’ll last you for years to come, rather than trendy fast-fashion that’ll be deemed out in a month.

“I don’t want to shame people for purchasing, buying, shopping—I’m not saying that unless you only buy secondhand stuff, you’re a bad person and you’re ruining the planet,” Skarsgård says. “I’m just saying that I think we can, without shaming or stigmatizing it, be a bit more aware of how we consume and how much we consume, and do it in a slightly more sustainable way than we’re used to.”

[thisdancingheart]

7 Reasons I Wear The Same Thing Every Day

When I first decided to become minimalist, I can remember looking in my closet and seeing 100, maybe 120 different articles of clothing.

I cut my wardrobe in half to 60 items. But then I discovered Project 333 started by Courtney Carver. After trying it, I cut my closet in half again.

Nowadays, I own about 33 to 35 articles of clothing. Somewhere during that process, I started wearing basically the same thing every day: a V-neck t-shirt, pants, and black shoes.

I have come to love wearing the same thing each day. And I’m not alone. A lot of people are doing the same thing.

Here are some of the reasons why I wear the same thing every day:

1. Fewer decisions. This is by far the most popular reason why people decide to adopt a streamlined capsule wardrobe.

Decision fatigue refers to the deteriorating quality of decisions made by an individual after a long session of decision making. Wearing the same outfit each day removes picking out clothes as a decision to be made.

The truth of the matter is, you have more important decisions to make than what you’re going to wear each morning.

2. Less time and energy wasted. When you wear the same thing every day, you save time deciding what you’re going to wear each morning. And you save significant energy over the course of the week.

Just think about how much time goes into maintaining, and organizing, and taking care of your clothes. Laundry, for example. When you decide to wear the same thing every day, all of that becomes easier. You save time in the morning and energy over the course of a week.

3. Less stress. As a result of fewer decisions and more time, wearing the same thing means you have less stress in the morning.

It also means you experience less stress over the course of the day. I don’t ever have to think about, “Oh man, am I wearing the right thing today? I wish I would’ve worn x instead.” I wear the same thing, and it works perfect for almost every occasion. I love it. You will too.

4. Save money. The average American family spends $2000 a year on clothing—despite already having closets full of clothes.

For some reason, we just keep buying more and more and more. A lot of this expense is wasted on clothes that are never worn—trial and error fashion that ends up wasting time, energy, and money.

5. Feeling put together. Every moment of every day my clothes fit, match, and just so happen to be my favorites. All day long, I feel like I’m wearing something I enjoy and look good wearing.

6. Less waste. The average American throws away 70 pounds of clothing every year. Deciding to wear the same thing is good for the planet, it’s good for you, and it’s good for everyone else as well.

7. An iconic look. Wearing the same thing every day is the quickest way to become famous. You become known for your particular style, you look put together, you look classy, you look comfortable, and you look confident. Because you’re not constantly chasing the newest fashions, you’ll communicate confidence in who you are and how you look.

I love wearing the same thing every day. You will too.

If you’re looking for help to get started on this in your own life, let me suggest: The Minimalist Wardrobe: A Practical Guide to Owning Fewer Clothes.

[measuringbliss]

Spider-Man Read-Through 020: The Dark Wings of Death (ASM 126-128)

MASTERPOST

In this set of issues, we see fun crumbs of upcoming stuff, a very interesting mystery plot (if you're reading 127-128 for the first time, do try to solve it!), and secret lesbians (maybe, nobody's sure).

That's a mood whiplash if I see one.

This batch begins with the totally not-goofy-nor-lame Kangaroo, who this time has SUPER-POWERS (the cover says so)!

See?

Some producers ask Spidey to star in an ad, and if you're an old-time reader you'll remember something similar happened before and didn't go so well. He's not tempted either. Meanwhile, the Kangaroo (who last appeared ish 81) meets up with Jonas Harrow (who we saw in 114, he's the one who experimented on Hammerhead).

On campus, Professor Warren pops up to tell the readers that he's totally not about to become an important character, and Peter is an ass to MJ and Flash. Oh, what else is new!

Our dear old Jonas is clueless because as soon as the Kangaroo gets powers, he leaves to deal with Spidey instead of listening to him.

Spidey accepts to do the car ad and requires Johnny Storm's help. I always thought he had the pose of a naked anime girl in any opening ever. I'm curious about the new costume, though. I wonder when it came to pass... Oh, but the Internet has the answer! "From 1973 to 1975, Johnny incorporated a red uniform into his wardrobe in an homage to the original Silver Age Human Torch." And I get more information here: "As a child, Johnny Storm had read comic books about the World War II Human Torch and idolized him. After gaining similar powers and taking his name, Johnny decided for a short time that he would take on a costume similar to that of his android hero."

As shown in the preview of this post, while Spidey's about to discover the greatest invention of last century, Jonah's son is hanging on (continuity, nice!).

So the Kangaroo dies by radiation, anyway. It would be tragic if the character wasn't such a buffoon.

And MJ tries her best, as usual, but Harry ignores her...

Because he's too busy pretending his father's contempt for him was ever worth anything. Anyway, I love how those boots are drawn.

Classic Sunset Spidey!!!

In the readers' letters, we get a very interesting (and funny in hindsight) comment from the writers.

I can finally feel than the bigger number of pages is great. The story's allowed to breathe, we both get a lot of fight AND some drama. It's good!

That's kind of an iconic cover! The questions (although we already know for Harry...), MJ's wild outfit (her pants!!!)... It's a great cover.

In this issue, Peter looks a bit too much like an 80s rugged hunk to my taste.

Okay Mr. Schwarzenegger. Whatever you say.

So Peter keeps being an ass, almost to an absurd degree. Boy, you need to learn empathy and compassion. I do appreciate a good undressing though so keep going please.

The Vulture is the murderer but Peter's wet dreams about Johnny Storm are much more interesting to me.

Because things aren't getting better any time soon on the Parksborn front, you know.

Peter gets him and Flash into an accident because he's a menace (it's actually because the Vulture just took MJ away) and thus, the Flash whump continues (I'm into that!).

The hero and the villain fight, Spidey saves MJ, they get in a lab...

I love her design, don't know why.

WHAT AN ICONIC MOMENT.

The Vulture wants to make Spidey his boytoy, and behind a tree...

Those panels of Harry wishing Spidey's death have stayed in my mind ever since I saw them the first time. Incredibly striking, and exciting for the reader who can't help but want a fight between these two--for the Green Goblin remains a delightful villain, even with Harry's traits.

Anyway, I was checking a certain website to see reactions (because comicdom is so sparse that it's hard to see reactions to specific issues)...

6 years ago!!! And under that, the comments are just as shocked.

I should check THOSE comments more often because they're also pretty funny.

Meanwhile, in the readers' letters...

The next and last issue of this batch (128) opens with Spidey falling from the sky, too high to shoot webs at a building. Once again, incredibly iconic.

Also, welcome to 1974! What a way to start the year. The last year I've read fully! But I read a whole bunch of 1975 so we'll see what new material we get there...

So Spidey gets out of the predicament in the usual fashion (if you can't swing, web up a hammoc) and goes back to the lab where the shadiest character design I've ever seen in this magazine also coincidentally is there.

They keep mentioning coke, which wasn't the case when "Stan Lee" (and whoever else helped...) wrote the lines.

Another gorgeous character design.

So are they lesbians or twins? Or both? You decide, Pete.

Ned Leeds hasn't had a role for a while (just you wait, honey) but he's sure looking like a stud right there.

Peter is still being an ass to MJ.

And Spidey eventually susses out everything and tells all, like Professor Layton would. This is actually quite an experimental story, given than the reveal that Dr Shallot is the new Vulture is just as bonkers as me just revealing this that way.

I had completely forgotten about everything, but goddamn, what an interesting set of issues. I'd say the plotting is masterful because the magazine really never expects its readers to be that smart. Hmm.

(I was convinced the victim was her twin though... What's up with them swapping outfits? Was that intentional, on whose part? Since they're not twins, I will assume lesbians.)

Let's check the comments :-)

I can't post any picture since I reached the limit (would you believe it!) but I CAN copy/paste!

"Brace yourselves, the Jackal leads to some of the really weird and convoluted plots."

YES. Very compelling though.

In the next batch: The Punisher and the Jackal are introduced, and we also get a long-awaited wedding! The 70s just keep on being iconic, it never stops!

[kits-ships]

👍 🍫 for the doctor?

hi i definitely didn't miss halloween :) its definitely not november but shh!!

👍 - Do they like Halloween, or do you have to force them to participate?

i think he finds humanity's adoration of halloween very endearing. before olive can convince him to celebrate, though, he insists that he explains the holiday's origins, what samhain is, and a bunch of little fun facts like how turnips were the original jack'o'lanterns. he will also happily eat candy and watch horror movies with her, but dressing up depends on the incarnation!!

he insists that he doesnt wanna dress up..... you might get him to wear some silly glasses or something, though

YES OFC. he'd be something goofy like a squirrel.

he initially says no, but olive eventually convinces him to go shopping with her and he falls in love with some regal vampire outfit. three will pretend like he's only getting it for her but actually loves it and flaunts around all day

you dont even have to ask. he originally wants to be over the top with a handmade mask, an intricate outfit, and some props, but he gets distracted and almost forgets halloween entirely. olive ends up making him some little ears and draws a nose on him so that he can be a bear. its a little last minute, but the tardis comes in clutch with a brown sweater and corduroy pants!!

he says he doesn't want to dress up but he also can't say no to olive. as to not push him too far, she draws a lil nose on him again and gives him some ears and a tail so that he can achieve full, golden retriever energy. he is embarrassed.

he gives olive a firm 'no'. peri tries to tease him into dressing up by talking about how dreadful his usual outfit his, but he ends up just sulking into olive's side for the rest of the night. if anyone asks, hes joseph in the technicolor dreamcoat

he considers it and acts like his answer is no, but he secretly goes off and finds the absolute goofiest costume he can find. like, this man would show up to olives door dressed as buttercup with ace in a bubbles costume. it doesnt matter if she already had an outfit planned because olive has to be blossom ofc!!

he is sappy and wants couples costumes; even if they aren't planning on going out. after going through the tardis' wardrobe, they eventually settle on mr darcy and elizabeth bennet

he says no, but olive gently coaxes him into the idea as long as the costume isn't too overbearing. they end up adding a bandana and sunglasses to his usual look so that he can be a biker :)

oh he was planning on it. but, as excited as he was to dress up, it takes them the whole month to figure out what to go as. through the use of the internet, they eventually decide to be tuxedo mask and sailor moon (even though olive doesnt know anything about the show/manga)

he is so excited to dress up as something cool and scary but, as soon as they walk into the store, he is enraptured by the countless onesies and insists on choosing one of them. he loves that they can be a costume and pajamas!! olive chooses a silly lil monkey onesie for him and he picks a bunny onesie for her

'i dont wanna dress up' shhh. yes you do. clara and olive manage to get him to wear a ghostbusters uniform and, after spending a good amount of time trying to boost his confidence and inflate his ego, the other two decide to be some kind of ghost or ghoul.

oh my god. she insists on it. the whole fam has to get into it, too, and she spends so long trying to search for group costumes. eventually, they settle on horror icons!! the doctor dresses up as freddy krueger, olive is annabelle, yaz chose chucky, graham is jason, dan is forced to be michael myers, and ryan is secretly excited to be ghostface. the doctor also demands that they try to be 'in character' as they go trick or treating

🍫 - What is their favorite candy/treat?

okay after that massive list im only giving a simple answer.

olive likes getting lollipops and pretzels (she's gettin old smh) and the doctor loves hershey bars, starbursts, and double bubble so he can blow obnoxiously large bubbles!!!!!!

[hessobbingincabo]

Hellfire Gala (2023) Outfit Predictions

as for our third annual celebration, here are my takes on who will be spotted in a dazzling new ensemble as the festivities reveal their secrets this year:

the givens

emma frost - to get the obvious ones out of the way first, the white queen herself will absolutely bedazzle the crowd in a new dress, or if we are lucky - multiple ones! if i had to guess, my take would be an incredibly fluffy mid-thigh dress with some heels and a white queen tiara to boot

cyclops - as for scott, judging by the fact that he has already received 2 looks, both being some of my favourites from their respective catalogs, i assume it’s pretty safe to say that slim will be receiving yet another suit to add to his impressive collection and if i were to speculate, a big X somewhere on his suit would be a fitting mark

jean grey - while not as certain as our past 2 mutants, jean is very likely receiving another stylish ensemble to enchant her fellow attendees, with my wish being that she goes all dark phoenix in her influences

storm - i don't think it's a stretch to assume that ororo will yet again have my jaw on the floor with some regalia fit for not only a queen but a goddess

iceman - to be fair, bobby could come in a speedo and i would still eat it up and for those of you who have read my 2021 & 2022 thoughts on the outfits know that my achilles heel is outfits that play on the character's natural physiology

jubilee - having a decently strong 2021 look, jubilee could definitely outdo herself in 2023, especially if she gets picked as an X-Man giving her all the more reason to look bomb at the gala

dazzler - yet another runner-up to the status of a full-fledged X-Man, dazzler could absolutely dazzle the crowd this time, after her disappointing 2021 disco suit, embracing her campy 80s roots

cannonball - again, running for the x-men has to give sam the reason to dress up, with my absolute favorite look of his being the pilot ensemble, so if he decides to honor his past costumes that is the one i'd love to see reimagined

frenzy - while my personal opinion is that the designers can't outdo joanna's absolutely godly dress from 2021, i still wish to see what they come up with for this year

juggernaut - not too outlandish to see another runner-up in the given section, as juggernaut's wardrobe could really use a refreshment and i know they will still manage for him to look recognizable but with some flair

prodigy - while prodigy should be getting an outfit and he has unique abilities, i really can't predict what he would dress with this year, with my only clue being yellow

x-23 - while i absolutely adore last year's laura design, this year she could outdo both if she fully embraced some of her own spunk with logan's colors and went all out

wolverine - speaking of, logan should definitely get a fun outfit this year as both of his past looks have been underwhelming to say the least and he really deserves to be campy at his people's largest party

psylocke - is it too far-fetched to assume that kwannon will be stunning yet again, embracing her culture and purple motifs to really tie her look together, potentially outclassing her own two looks from the past two years

the highly likely/unsure candidates

magneto - erik is surely making a statement this year, but will it be dressed in a patterned purple 3 suit or a simple outfit to compliment an over-designed maximalist helmet? only time will tell

professor x - to be fair, prof has yet to impress me with his outfits so far, but it’s not too late to wow me with something fresh to compliment his now iconic cerebra helmet

nightcrawler - not really sure how safe it is that kurt is getting a costume this year, but if i have been correct so far, he should appear in some swanky new red drip

kitty pryde - i feel that kitty should really embrace both shadowcat and the red queen and really tie both identities together in an outfit that could theoretically become her regular costume too, encompassing both in equal measure

colossus - can't really wrap my head around how marvel will outshine 2021's absolutely perfect design, but hey they may surprise me with an even better look this year

rogue & gambit - double trouble, as mr. & mrs. x enter the gala, matching their outfits with some green and magenta to signify their bond, and seeing as they both have received looks for both galas i don’t expect them to miss this one

angel - go all out, archangel style, give him the halo, the iconic imagery, just completely deconstruct warren's duality

prestige - i'm in the minority when i say that i absolutely revered her 2021 design and i would love to see a return to the bold and wild design that really made rachel stand out for me

betsy braddock - betsy really didn't stand out for me during last year's celebration and i kind of want to see her don some more purple and kind of distance herself from captain britain for a single night

polaris - so, a well-known fact is that lorna knows how to dress and to be fair, she is most likely receiving another outfit this year and i just can't wait to see what they come up with as both her ensembles have been breathtaking

havok - to go with lorna, alex can and probably should outdo his last two outfits, but seeing as i really liked both i can't tell if i'd be able to see it as a step-up or step-down, all depending on the execution ig

magik - illyana has absolutely stolen the show the last two years and she should really continue that trend this year as well, with my best guess being that she will focus her whole look around her sword

karma - just dress xi'an in another all-pink outfit and i'll be happy, as that magenta is absolutely HER color

moonstar - dani could embrace her heritage and roots or go all oriental with her mirage persona and i would root for either

wolfsbane - let rahne embrace her wolf side with some (pun intended) feral regalia, wolfman-of-the-woods style

firestar - as a member of the x-man and a pivotal part of last year's event, i just can’t picture angie not dressing up with a silky long yellow dress, flaunting her flames as an accessory

cable - idk??? he should be here???

sunspot & sunfire - two for one, our two sun boys are definitely gonna play up their physiology and earn their titles as best dressed men at the event, after banshee of course, who has been consistently outshining the male mutants for two years in a roll

banshee - speaking of the devil, sean could definitely once again absolutely destroy the competition with yet another stylish suit and i can't wait to see what they come up with for his outfit

mystique - both of mystique's outfits have been decently strong so far, and so i'm impatiently waiting to see what she conjures up this year (maybe an all-white outfit this time?)

apocalypse - yep yep yep, he should not only attend but go all pharaoh and truly embrace his culture

stepford cuckoos - the cuckoos' outfits haven't been as evocative as they should be and i think they can outdo themselves in all capacities if they follow emma's lead

christian frost - really think he deserves something better than his plain white suit that he had during the first gala, maybe a medieval friar look to really scream "bishop"

abigail brand - while i couldn't state for certain that abby will outshine her pirate queen outfit from 2021, i feel she is due another banging green ensemble

fang - akihiro finally got his own codename and i think he could go two ways for his gala wardrobe - fully go with his dark wolverine influences or be a sabretooth pastiche

mr. sinister - nathan has really been impressing me with his outfits, which are both just so fitting for him and his "royal" attitude and i really want to

fenris twins - not really playing too huge of a role in either gala, the fenris twins could either really leave some lasting impressions or blend in the background

iron man - tony should just do better, a regular suit with a tie would still be miles better than what he had last year (really anything would be better than last year to be fair)

captain america - want a completely out-of-the-blue idea for steve's outfit? i think he should go all nomad style this year to reference such an obscure period in his superhero days and would not only refresh old readers' memories but would spark new interest in seeing cap in such an unusual attire in new readers' minds

thor - he must get a new costume and attend, surely this year is the year he really flaunts his godhood, maybe even arriving in the famed goat carriage

ant-man & the wasp - iconic avengers, deserving of iconic outfits to attend the most iconic annual event of marvel comics and while i have grouped them together for clarity's sake, they should definitely appear apart or maybe share a line or two max

dr. strange & clea - just make them shine, the two really deserve some brand spanking new looks to really show up their fellow avengers

namor - reference wakanda forever's namor you cowards!

t'challa & shuri - the two-for-ones are really becoming common down here, as wakanda will almost surely be included or represented in some way in the festivities of this year, with my only wish being for the royal family to exhibit some more tribal patterns as those could definitely be statements in their regalia and look absolutely debonair

wild guesses

queen medusa & black bolt - representing the royal family, i would kill to see the pair attend the gala, clad in the finest attilanian silks and if it is to be, to stir some trouble

invisible woman & the human torch - observing the fact that reed attended the gala in 2022, sue and johnny could make their debut this year and listen to the annual mutant announcement, sue in her iridescent silver dress and johnny with his flame bow tie

negasonic teenage warhead & yukio - purely pandering, i would love to see ellie and/or yukio attend the celebrations, as the two are overdue an appearance because if memory serves me, neither has appeared majorly in a comic in at least 5 years and hey - we have all been waiting to see them in their movie getups!

cloak & dagger - THE single most underrepresented mutants in the past galas so far, tandy and ty could definitely steal the show with some designer outfits and absolutely blow away the reader, finally doing the duo justice and excusing their absences

quicksilver - the wild card maximoff, pietro should theoretically attend this year's gala, but even if he is just in attendance to cause trouble, i will relish him in a new look to finally match his other family members' extravagance

hulking & wiccan - accompanying his uncle, billy should really go all out with the space theme and really perfectly match his boyfriend (even some retro-futuristic suits would really suit the pair) or maybe go all asgardian with his look, while teddy goes all space emperor

scout - gabby should finally get some memorable clothes to really tie the wolverine "clan" together and really shake up the quota of only older mutants attending

the power pack - a FOUR FOR ONE this time, i really feel the power pack could make an impact on 2023 with some great looks to boot as they finally get some more recognition

spider-woman - jess deserves to not only attend but to really captivate everyone, with really only needing to put on some red and gold and fancy sunglasses to fully win me over

tommy - we all saw that fanart of tommy in a great dress that matches her physiology, so just do that, literally just include her with that dress and i would absolutely cheer

lifeguard - a very obscure character that i have a soft spot for, so fully a personal pick of mine, as i would really like heather to go all gold or embrace some mermaid look for some reason

sabretooth - victor is despicable, vile, and all-around nasty but he could win best dressed if he just tried, truly

selene - so the black queen should really get herself some royal gown and really embrace the royal look, that's literally all i'm asking for

pixie - since her beautifully dissonant black dress last year, capturing both her goth and prep influences, i really would adore for her to embrace her pink side and go full fairy, blowing everyone away this year

blink - yet another pink lady, who would absolutely kill it in a simple green cocktail dress with a fun hairstyle, just do our multiverse-hopping elf some justice

ms. marvel - one of, if not the most prominent new age hero along with miles, kamala really could eclipse some of her fellow young mutants with a tasteful celebration of her heritage

america chavez & kate bishop - purely because of my personal love for the two, i would kill to see them attend, even if just as background characters

noh-varr - to really support prodigy, why not not include all the young avengers, all dressed up and rooting for their friend to make the x-men (just a suggestion)

ghost rider - getting to truly unlikely, i would still really want to see robbie really go wild with chains and leather

moon knight - again, just my wishlist from now on, marc could make an appearance at the gala with some dashing getup, because as we know all of his personalities really can dress

hellcat - let patsy finally enjoy some recognition and show her face, even if only for a panel or two, wearing a simple yellow dress, please, and thank you

mockingbird & hawkeye - the dynamic duo that could go really retro or really fancy with their suits and either or would still immediately win me over

squirrel girl - while i'm personally not the biggest fan of squirrel girl as a character, how wild would it be if she somehow found her way to krakoa?

multiple man - let. each. clone. wear. a. different. outfit. that. would. be. really. dope.

black cat - how much i would give to see felicia dressed up and attending, you have no clue

star-lord (& the guardians) - let the guardians attend this time, we must see how peter would dress for a fancy event and how he would dress his fellow guardians, especially mantis and drax, it would be absolute chaos

venom - honestly i just have some really wild ideas for a venom outfit, that's why he's here

silk - cindy is my girl and i just want to see her in a webbed dress, having the time of her life, yet another favoritism pick on my part

daredevil & elektra - matt would destroy the competition if he either went yellow and red or plainly all devilish and demonic and with elektra by his side, they would absolutely be at least in the top 5 best dressed

darkveil - c'mon darkveil wouldn't miss the gala for the world, i just wonder what outfit the designers would come up with

please do let me know what you think and if i have missed any major ones!

[margridarnauds]

Ethan Winters! 1, 5, 7, 9 (or anyone else from Res8 if you have no feelings about him)

Let's GO moldman squad! (Also bringing in other people as necessary)

My first impression of them

I...didn't care about Ethan, which I know is very common in the fandom. I was absolutely here for Lady D. If RE8 DIDN'T sell itself on its gothic aesthetic and hot vampire MILF villain, I'd have never been invested. Honestly, I was more interested in the Maiden as a protagonist before...well. RIP.

I will say that I was always...willing to defend Ethan back in the early days (like, the literal day the game launched), when people were really PISSED that he killed Alcina, and that's been an ongoing process where I'm here like "Lads....he's trying to get his daughter back." (I do have a lot of Opinions on how he's written and how the game doesn't always seem to be...aware of what it's doing with its own writing, but, on a broad level, I still agree with that, which is always interesting as an admitted and confessed Wintersberg shipper because I'll get people commenting on my fic talking about how MEAN Ethan's being to Heisenberg and I'm here like "Given that he's trying to get his daughter back and was just IMPALED by this man...and not in a fun, sexy way...I think he's allowed to deck him at least once.") I watched the ending first, just to see how things went, and was absolutely devastated, and since then, I've definitely developed a lot of affection for him on his own.

My favorite ship of them

As mentioned above, Wintersberg.

A quote of them that you remember

"That is not groovy!"

Your least favorite outfit of them

I think that Ethan's outfits look...fine? For the function they do, even though I'd have loved it if they'd made him customizable like Leon and Ashley in the RE4 remake. They're...there, but I'd have loved Ethan running around in gothic finery or as an emo.

One potentially unpopular opinion is that I've never been fond of Lady D's gown, namely because I think that...it's iconic, it works, as a WLW I'm not immune to it, and I think that it was kind of designed to deliberately subvert a lot of stereotypes around vampires and what we think of when we think of a classic Gothic vampire, but also....I've always felt like the in-game timeline doesn't make sense. We're supposed to believe that Miranda took control about a century or so ago, sometime after the Spanish Flu, that Alcina came later, possibly after Moreau, seemingly being the first experiment to be successful by Miranda's standards...presumably around the 30s from the styling, and then the rest came later? When we have portraits of Alcina in Victorian dress in the mansion?

When I was imagining what they were going to do with Alcina when all we had were little clips, I was absolutely imagining her to be at least 16th-17th century, especially since they were clearly going with the pop culture idea of Erzsébet Báthory, with her having a long tenure at the castle, and instead it turns out that she's just...hanging there because Miranda gave it to her? And her vampirism is less than a century old? (The Doylist argument for the portraits is probably "they didn't care"; my Watsonian explanation is "Alcina likes to cosplay in old clothing and pay terrified village artists to paint her so that she can pretend to be older than she is.") But, either way -- her canon costuming is great, and I can see her updating her style over time, but I wish we could have seen her chasing Ethan around in older finery, and I wish, when we saw her wardrobe, we could have seen some other dresses besides identical copies of the same white dress.

[chameli]

top 5 kareena kapoor movies!

I love this question! 💕

Asoka (2001) - The fact that this film released the same year as K3G with Kareena playing drastically different characters blows my mind. The girl can act. She was amazing as Kaurwaki and I loved the minimal makeup look (I would always do my eyeliner like hers lol). I think Kareena held her own against SRK and their chemistry was on fire. Plus she looked amazing in the songs. Her introduction scene? Iconic. One thing I really love about Kareena is how well she can emote with just her eyes, especially in the Raat Ka Nasha song. Like, I could literally feel her longing. Also the scene where Asoka was teaching her how to use a sword rewired my brain. The sexual tension 🫠

Jab We Met (2007) - In my opinion, this film is the closest you can get to perfection. It still feels fresh even after all these years and I would definitely recommend it to anyone looking to get into Bollywood. Kareena truly shined as Geet and I loved her character development throughout the film. And who can forget her iconic "I'm my favorite" dialogue? I need her confidence. She had wonderful chemistry with Shahid and I love how their relationship blossomed organically without his character expecting anything in return. I can never get tired of watching this film. The songs, outfits, cinematography, even the side characters – everything was on point!

Talaash (2012) - I love this film so much. It's dark & gritty but also very heartbreaking with an eerie vibe. Kareena looked beautiful (her outfits were sooo cute) and I think this was her best performance – very mature and restrained. Aamir & Rani were amazing but Kareena's character left me haunted. There was a gentle softness about her, but you could feel her lingering sadness whenever she appeared onscreen. I also appreciated the (non-romantic) pairing with Aamir and how he brought closure to her character.

Fida (2004) - Kareena was really good in this. I think it was the first time she played a negative role, but she looked so good while being bad. She also had the cutest shoulder length hairstyle which I loved so much, I had to copy it. Kareena & Fardeen were super hot together and I loved their chemistry. I was rooting for Fardeen to kick Shahid's ass. Those two characters (in my opinion) showed us the difference between a man vs a boy. Despite being flawed and a bit cheesy, Fida is still an enjoyable thriller with good songs and tons of drama. Also the shower scene still shocks me to this day because it was just that unexpected.

Bodyguard (2011) - Yes, I know this is technically a Salman Khan film but I watched it in theaters only for Kareena. She looked absolutely gorgeous. I loved her styling and wardrobe so much. Her intro scene was amazinggg. I also liked that they used Karisma's voice whenever Kareena's character was pretending to be the secret admirer – it was such a cute little detail. Kareena looked especially stunning in Teri Meri, though I wish they used a different male singer (no offense). I love fun masala films so much and this one is definitely up there!

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Lewis Hamilton's style statement ahead of Azerbaijan Grand Prix has fans comparing him to 'SHREK'

Lewis Hamilton’s bold statement look in Baku ahead of the Azerbaijan Grand Prix has some fans comparing the seven-time world champion to 'SHREK'… whilst others hail the return of ‘Lewis Hamilton Fashion Week’! By Tamara Prenn For Mailonline Published: 13:24 EDT, 27 April 2023 | Updated: 13:24 EDT, 27 April 2023 Lewis Hamilton stepped out in an eye-catching look ahead of this weekend's Azerbaijan Grand Prix that had fans taking to Twitter to discuss his fashion statement.  The seven-time world champion donned a head-to-toe Louis Vuitton outfit from the French fashion house's Fall/Winter 2023 collection as he made his way through the paddock in Baku for media duties before race weekend gets underway with tomorrow's opening practice session.  Hamilton has long enjoyed a relationship with the LVMH cornerstone brand, burnished by his friendship with the house's former menswear designer Virgil Abloh.  When Abloh died in November 2021 after privately battling cancer, Hamilton penned an emotional tribute to his friend and collaborator, calling him an 'icon and legend' and saying that he would 'never forget' Abloh's unwavering support.  But whilst fans poked fun at the striking combination on the social media platform, they also praised Hamilton for once again making the paddock his runway.  Lewis Hamilton sported an eye-catching green outfit in Baku ahead of race weekend The seven-time world champion completed the look with Louis Vuitton trainers, matching green sunglasses and an array of jewellery One fan said: 'The Lewis Hamilton fashion week is back, ladies and gentlemen, today it looks like he was attacked by Shrek but anyway I like it'.  Another agreed, saying: 'love the jacket'.  A third queried the practicality of the outfit, adding: 'Bro decided to be a plant today. Seriously how this man manages to wear such heavy looking clothes in a weather like that'.  But another dubbed the Mercedes driver 'cool as ever'.  Fans took to Twitter to praise the drivers' wardrobe choice but not without some gentle teasing Hamilton will hope that Mercedes' pre-hiatus form continues after the break in Baku, following the driver's second place finish at the Australian Grand Prix in March.  Having had a less-than impressive start to the season – which saw concern grow that the constructor had been unable to banish the demons that haunted the team last season – team principal Toto Wolff had warned fans that they might not see improvements in the W14 until at least the Emilia Romagna Grand Prix.  But a strong showing in Melbourne hinted that Hamilton and his team-mate George Russell might yet be competitive, if not at the front of the pack, then in the fight for second place in the constructor's championship.  One fan wondered jokingly if Hamilton's sartorial statement was more loaded than it seemed The Briton returns to Azerbaijan and a race circuit where he has won once before with an eye to ramping up his W14's ability to compete at the front of the pack One fan on Twitter wondered Hamilton was sending a message with his green outfit choice, stating tongue-in-cheek: 'Lewis to Aston Martin confirmed'.  Hamilton's future has been a talking point from the first race of the season, with rumours swirling that if the Briton feels he is unable to realistically challenge for a historic eighth world championship, he may move teams.  Whisperings that Ferrari might be the best option should Hamilton make a shock move away from Mercedes led to questions posed for the Italian team's star driver Charles Leclerc.  On Thursday, Leclerc refused to rule out a future move to Mercedes should the constructors set up a swap, but said that for now, he is 'fully focused' on winning with Ferrari.  Share or comment on this article: Lewis Hamilton's style statement ahead of Azerbaijan Grand Prix has fans comparing him to 'SHREK' via Formula One | Mail Online https://www.dailymail.co.uk?ns_mchannel=rss&ns_campaign=1490&ito=1490

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Timeless Vintage Men’s Distressed Black Leather Jacket

In the world of men’s fashion, leather jackets have always been a symbol of rugged masculinity, timeless appeal, and versatile style. One particular piece that stands out and continues to capture the essence of cool, rebellion, and sophistication is the Men’s Distressed Black Leather Biker Jacket. This iconic wardrobe staple has evolved through the decades but has maintained its status as a go-to piece for any man looking to elevate his style.

At Elite Leather Wear, we understand the importance of offering high-quality, stylish jackets that reflect both modern trends and classic appeal. Our vintage men’s distressed black leather jacket captures the spirit of timeless fashion, blending it with a modern edge to create a jacket that is perfect for every occasion.

The Enduring Appeal of Distressed Leather

There’s something undeniably attractive about a Men’s Distressed Black Leather Biker Jacket. The worn-in, rugged look instantly adds character and depth to any outfit. Unlike pristine, polished leather, distressed leather offers a more casual, lived-in feel that tells a story. It speaks of adventure, experience, and the kind of confidence that only comes from a well-loved piece of clothing.

The distressed aesthetic isn't just a style choice; it reflects the essence of individuality. Each crease, mark, and imperfection becomes part of the jacket’s unique identity, giving it a vintage appeal that’s hard to replicate. This vintage quality is what sets the distressed leather jacket apart from other outerwear options. It’s a piece that feels like it has a history, making it a must-have for men who appreciate classic designs with a modern twist.

The Biker Jacket: A Symbol of Rebellion and Style

The Men’s Distressed Black Leather Biker Jacket has its roots in the world of motorcycling, where it was designed for practical purposes: protecting riders from the elements and offering some level of protection in case of an accident. Over time, the biker jacket transcended its original function and became a symbol of rebellion, worn by rock stars, movie icons, and style enthusiasts alike.

From James Dean to Marlon Brando, the leather biker jacket has always been synonymous with cool. The rugged look of a black distressed leather jacket combined with the classic biker style creates a powerful fashion statement that continues to resonate in today’s style landscape. Whether you’re hitting the open road on a motorcycle or just strolling through the city, a biker jacket exudes confidence and edge.

Why Choose a Distressed Black Leather Jacket?

There are several reasons why a Men’s Distressed Black Leather Biker Jacket is a must-have in any wardrobe:

Versatility: One of the greatest advantages of a black leather jacket is its versatility. Whether you’re dressing up for a night out or keeping things casual, a distressed leather jacket can be paired with just about anything. Throw it over a T-shirt and jeans for a relaxed look, or wear it with a button-up shirt and boots for a more polished, edgy appearance.

Timeless Appeal: The distressed black leather jacket is a timeless piece that never goes out of style. Decade after decade, it remains a popular choice for men of all ages. It’s one of those rare items of clothing that looks just as good on a young man as it does on someone older. Investing in a quality leather jacket means having a wardrobe staple that will last for years to come.

Durability: Leather is one of the most durable materials in the world of fashion. A well-made leather jacket, especially one with a distressed finish, is designed to withstand the test of time. As it ages, it only gets better, developing a patina that adds even more character to its already rugged appeal.

Comfort: Leather jackets are known for being comfortable, especially after they’ve been broken in. A distressed leather jacket is often softer and more flexible than a brand-new jacket, making it a great option for those who prioritize comfort without sacrificing style.

Unique Character: No two distressed leather jackets are exactly the same. The process of distressing the leather creates a one-of-a-kind look, making each jacket as unique as the person wearing it. This individuality is one of the key reasons why distressed leather jackets are so popular among fashion-conscious men.

How to Style a Distressed Black Leather Biker Jacket

Styling a Men’s Distressed Black Leather Biker Jacket is easy, thanks to its versatile nature. Here are some ideas on how to incorporate this timeless piece into your wardrobe:

1. Casual Cool

For a laid-back, everyday look, pair your distressed black leather jacket with a basic white or gray T-shirt, dark jeans, and your favorite pair of sneakers or boots. This combination is perfect for running errands, meeting friends for coffee, or just taking a stroll through the city. The distressed leather adds just the right amount of edge to an otherwise simple outfit.

2. Rocker Vibes

Channel your inner rock star by wearing your distressed leather jacket with black jeans, a graphic T-shirt, and a pair of rugged boots. Add some accessories like aviator sunglasses or a chain necklace to complete the look. This outfit is perfect for concerts, casual nights out, or any time you want to make a bold statement.

3. Smart Casual

For a more polished yet still edgy look, wear your distressed leather jacket over a button-up shirt and slim-fit chinos. Complete the outfit with leather loafers or dress boots. This is a great option for date nights, dinner with friends, or any occasion where you want to look stylish but not too formal.

4. Winter Ready

A distressed black leather biker jacket can easily be layered for colder weather. Wear it over a chunky knit sweater or a hoodie for added warmth, and pair it with dark jeans and winter boots. This look is both practical and stylish, making it perfect for chilly days and nights.

Caring for Your Distressed Leather Jacket

To ensure that your Men’s Distressed Black Leather Biker Jacket lasts for years, it’s important to care for it properly. Here are a few tips on how to keep your jacket looking its best:

Avoid excessive exposure to water: While leather is durable, water can cause it to warp or crack over time. If your jacket gets wet, let it air dry naturally and avoid using direct heat.

Use a leather conditioner: To keep the leather soft and prevent it from drying out, use a leather conditioner every few months. This will help maintain the jacket’s supple feel and prevent cracking.

Store it properly: When not in use, hang your leather jacket on a padded hanger to help it retain its shape. Avoid folding it, as this can create creases that are difficult to remove.

Final Thoughts

A Men’s Distressed Black Leather Biker Jacket from Elite Leather Wear is more than just a piece of clothing – it’s an investment in timeless style. Whether you’re drawn to its rugged charm, versatility, or vintage appeal, this jacket is a must-have for any man who appreciates fashion with an edge. Its ability to adapt to any occasion, combined with its unique character and durability, makes it a standout piece in any wardrobe. So why wait? Embrace the timeless appeal of distressed leather and elevate your style with a jacket that’s as bold and adventurous as you are.