Bleeding Knees Club

2012-01-29T10:24:00.000-08:00

Lots of new things from me. Firstly, I've changed my hair a little recently. After longing after my dip dyed summer hair, I decided to ombre my hair! I really love it, it looks a lot nicer than I expected it would, and the blonde fades well. I've also finally finally finally got my hands on a pair of HUF plantlife socks, and a Wu-tang tee. After a massive surge in popularity, the HUF plantlife range - espesially the socks which come in loads of different colours - became sold out almost everywhere. I've been looking for a pair since before christmas, but because of the constant number of buyers, its pretty much impossible. Last week incredibly I managed to buy two pairs, one for me and one for my boyfriend, for a great price. Gotta say, they are possibly the coolest and comfiest socks known to man. What are you loving at the moment, I'd love to hear!

2012-01-25T04:34:00.000-08:00

What's cooler than paste up street art? Paste up street art that looks like something out of a horror movie. Ojo Senor, a street artist based in Barcelona, works with LED lights and implants them into simple black and white photos. For this set, what better imagery than the spooky children headshots from 1960 film 'Village of the Dammed'. Hello GCSE art project inspiration.... To see more of his work, click here.

2012-01-07T09:26:00.000-08:00

Happy new year! Seriously can't believe it's already 2012. Got some big events g'wan on this year, including me turning 16 in only 2 months! So weird. Also, got my big GCSE's, a summer course at the london college of fashion, the Olympics, Reading festival and so much more. I have a feeling this year is gonna be a good one. What are all your new years resolutions? I'd love to hear! I'm back at school tomorrow, which calls for the long dreaded mocks. I haven't slept properly in about 4 days (sad person I am, I know) I'm worrying so much. Oh dear.

Any how, sorry for the pretty awful quality of these few, but my camera seems to have gone AWOL on me. I got my new air max 1's in the post the other day, and despite costing a ridiculous amount, they are so worth it. Kicks are so hard to find in womens sizes, It literally took me about 3 weeks to find the colours I wanted in my tiny size 5 footsies. Praise urbanindustry.com for stocking them , after being sold out for a squillion years. If your into streetwear, I'd check it out, they've got some really brilliant brands stocked up.

2011-12-27T08:46:00.000-08:00

Apparently, I've been AOWL for some time on my dear home, the blogging community. School and such has kept me away from reaching out to the familiar ol' blog, but i'm back now, with a new name, and back to covering my face and looking awkward in photos. Being given a new shiny, perfect mac for christmas (if you didn't realise already - my old one was 6 years old, and i had to hold the screen to keep the laptop one piece...) has given me a new lease of life. So hello everyone! I hope you all had great christmas's? I've spent a good hour today just going through christmas present posts. My christmas was full of grandparents, multiple family animals dressed as santa, and too many glasses of champagne.

As you can see, I've been repping some new Monroe digs I received on the 24th. Monroe Apparel is a street wear brand that runs mainly through tumblr and their online store. It really is brilliant - cool tees, snapbacks, crew necks and the most sought after hats in the world. They've gained a big rep over here in the Uk, although they ship anywhere in the world. You can buy their stock on eBay, and other sites, including dead stock. They do some great collaborations with some awesome models and photographers. You should all check out their site, here. What brands have you been loving recently? I'd love to hear.

2011-11-30T14:00:00.000-08:00

Me and my co-editor have been working on the magazine a lot recently, perfecting and tweaking, going over articles. I'm particularly excited about the interview/photography section. With the big big rise in skate culture among young people at the moment, I've been tracking down some great photographers and street wear companies to feature. Jackson Bowley is a hidden gem on the internet, 16 years old and obsessed with Best Coast and Larry Clark films. He captures snapshots from his everyday life, or what he would call "shit that looks cool and weird". Whatta babe.

Hi Jackson! Tell us a little about yourself and what you do.

Well, I'm a photographer from Nottingham, and I first started around December last year.

Was your introduction to photography sudden, or triggered by anything? How did it come about?

At first my friend had a new canon DSLR, and I was playing about with it. I decided I was gonna get one, as they were fun to mess about with. I then got a film SLR and it all started from there, I never really thought about it beforehand.

I've noticed you work mainly in film, is it something to do with the retrospective of it, or is it something that attracted you more than digital for the unplanned/unexpected results you get?

The main reason I work with film is I think it looks so much better than digital. If your take two images, one film, one digital, I will always prefer the film image. I also love the fact that you get a hard copy of the photo that you can look at and share with your friends. I think all this talk of the latest gadgets is rubbish - film in my option will always be better than digital!

Your work focuses mainly on teens, youth, snapshots of life. Would you say your photos give people a vie on modern teenage life, or growing up?

I like to think so! Me and my friends always end up doing some weird shit, and I try to document that and show people what we do. I like to take my camera to parties because [parties] are so very random, you get some great hilarious shots. I do a lot of photos of friends doing graffiti and skating because I think it's such an interesting sub culture.

Yeah, I was about to say! There's such a big skate culture growing in young people nowadays. Would you ever consider shooting brand photography as a follow up from your work now? Have you done any comission works for magazines and companies yet?

I would definitely consider doing that, I'd love to get my twist on brand photography and see what the results would be like. And no, I haven't, not at the minute.

Would you look towards becoming more 'mainstream' with your work or do you want to keep it more as a side project or hobby?

Well, I would love a job in photography if thats what you mean, but I don't intend to focus 100% on it for my futue. I'll most likely keep it as a side project.

Your 16 years old, so obviously still at school. Do you take photography or art as a subject itself?

I take art as a subject, but hate it so so so much. I'm not the greatest drawer, and we have to take pictures of the most mundane objects - it's completely what I'm against. In college I'm going to take photography and I think I should enjoy that a lot more.

Yeah, I know what you mean. Art coursework is so much effort, and there isn't much scope. Do you think you would ever move into working with film or other media?

I'm going to study film studies at college and ICT. My ambition, if not photography, would be something in the media world. I don't think i could bear a boring office job.

I agree! Who wants to sit around drinking coffee, recreating the same dull routine over and over again?! What do your friends think of your photos? Have you met a lot of people through you work?

A lot of my friends compliment me on my work which is great because it's hard to get your work our to a broader range. Some people even ask me for help with their own photography! And yeah, I've met a through people. I think social sites like Flickr help that a lot.

And lastly, how would you describe teenage life in 5 words?

Experimental, scary, fun, surprising and blurry at times.

you can visit Jacksons cargo collective here, and his tumblr here.

2011-11-07T11:14:00.001-08:00

When did it get so cold? I've be layering up: fur stoles, multiple jumpers and warm hats. I think looking like a boy has become my forte. Every time I go out, I've started looking around at mens clothing a lot more. I'm guessing this has stemmed from my love of menswear, the whole androgynous trend I'm channeling this winter, but also the fact that - for example - Topman clothing is so much more affordable that Topshop! It's also got some great designs and cuts. I've been stuck in bed the last couple of days from over-exhaustion, being ill and such, so checking out some of the new items coming into the shops has been making up 24/7 of my time, as well as finishing up a few projects. Ta-da! Here's the one continuing on from my last (rather forlorn) post a week or so ago. Wearing them out is a tribulation though - flowers keep falling out and I've been receiving a few odd stares. Thinking of rocking them out at my inter-school 6th form interview this saturday, add a little flair?

Oh, and if any of you are still interested in arranging a meet up, please write in my formspring or email me. I'd love to meet you all, and we can all hang out somewhere and drink starbucks red cups and gossip or such things of that nature.

2011-10-28T13:01:00.000-07:00

I'm in love with all the flowers featured in S/S 12, from backpacks, customising boots, taped artfully across models torso to perspex clutches and small detailing. As well as beautiful items to use in a piece, the fact that flowers only last so long adds to the whole uniqueness and sweetness of it. Using raw, natural elements is such a brilliant idea, espesially using flowers in menswear. Being mainly interested in menswear, I love the fact that such feminine items have been contrasted with very urban accesesories.I've been working on 2 items for the last week based around the whole idea, and they should be done by the next post. The key is to work with basic shapes and material, and 'spruce' them up with the flowers. Can't wait to show you all! What trends have you been loving this a/w?

2011-10-22T01:46:00.001-07:00

Yesterday Lucy and I went over to the Portobello Pop-Up Cinema last night to watch 'The Story of Lovers Rock', a documentary covering the genre, that left us wistfully wishing to be born in the 70s. Often dubbed 'romantic reggae', Lovers Rock is a uniquely black British sound that developed in the late 70s and 80’s. This amazing film sheds light on a forgotten period of British music, social and political history. Using wonderful archive and interviews Shabazz draws much need light to this much loved genre and the generation that embraced it. Even though we ended up freezing to death (when did it suddenly get so cold?!) It was such a sweet film, and there was even a Q&A with the director afterwards. Although the cinema is in its last days for this year, if you are around you should have a look, even if your not watching a movie, the cinema with its collection of random chairs, tiny fairlight decked stall outside selling drinks and cardboard box light art installations is a treat. It's easy to get to - after all it is Portobello, an area steeped in such an iconic history of creative subculture, and shows some really brilliant unseen films. Quick, catch the two last movies - fast!

22 October 2011 07:30 PM

DON LETTS presents: SUPERSONIC THE REBEL DREAD, Don Letts, grammy award winning film-maker presents: ‘SUPERSONIC THE REBEL DREAD’. 2010, 48 mins, dir Raphael Erichsen. ‘RASTANAUGHT’,U.K 5mins. To be followed by a special anniversary tribute in memory of Ari UP (with guests.) From the Don Letts archive ‘ARI -FASHIONS’ & ‘SLITS PICTURES’, U.K 1979.

23 October 2011 07:30 PM

PRIVATE ROAD (12) plus Q&A, 89 mins 1971 Dir Barney Platts Mills, starring Bruce Robinson & Susan Penhaligon.

Private Road is undoubtedly one of the great lost British masterpieces. On this film’s initial release, Platts-Mills was forced to hire a cinema to show his film only to then witness its effective disappearance for almost 40 years. This wistful and wilful film now looks like a template for the new British realist cinema. Pop-Up Finale. A special Q&A with director Barney Platts Mills follows the screening.

2011-10-06T12:29:00.000-07:00

I don't think enough teen bloggers cover mens fashion, which in my opinion, can be SO much more interesting than the usual womenswear, which is why at Studmuffin HQ (aka my bedroom with a bottle of vitamin water and a carton of froot loops) we are in love with menswear//street wear designer Katie Eary. She's obsessed with eye balls, brains, cockroaches and everything to do with halloween, fitting, as from the 31st of October she'll be taking over Harvey Nichols' menswear department with her Franken-Fashion designs and installation. Check out her S/S 12 collection here, and look out for her collaboration with none other than rapper inferno Kanye West coming soon.

2011-10-02T11:34:00.000-07:00

Skirt from Rokit, DM lookbook poster, "The sugar mile" poetry anthology by Glyn Maxwell, "A Clockwork Orange" by Anthony Burgess

Had such a busy weekend, due to the weird indian summer weather we've been having recently! On Friday I met up with Lucy for discussions on the magazine and poster making (If your around London, posters for DOOMED YOUTH shall be popping up around Portobello, Shoreditch and Camden, as well as South Ken in the next two weeks - give me a shout if you see one!). Saturday, I met up with lovely Tegan and Mike who were up in London for the weekend, and we had a nice stroll through Southbank, Covent Garden and Piccadilly, whilst picking up henna tattoos, £1 books and panda rings on the way. Because of my horrific camera lens, I didn't manage to get any photos, but you can find them here, on Tegans blog. Check them out, there's a brilliant one of me wearing a giant panda head (don't ask). Saturday night was out with friends, and then lastly, Sunday was spent with Vicky - one of the sweetest girls ever - in Covent Garden. We swooned over the gorgeous guy in ROKIT and then tried to talk to a Polish skater in South Bank, as well as managing to get wet from some freak wave splashing over the railing from the Thames. We stopped into the Doc Marten store in seven dials, and I managed to pick up the lookbook with Agyness Deyn and the heart stoppingly beautiful Ash Stymest, its absolutely perfect. Def adding some more shoes to my wishlist... Gorgeous weekend, can't wait to get the photos developed!

I'd rather be restless

2011-09-04T10:54:00.001-07:00

Image via Vicki's Flickr

Well, the first thing I want to say before anything is else, is the biggest THANK YOU known to mankind. Last week, I recieved 168 messages from budding contributors, thats right 168, by email alone, not counting the formspring messages, and messages through tumblr. I'm astounded, and would like to say a massive massive thank you to all you lovely people out there who are helping me start up the magazine, and are sending me your work. You all deserve a massive panda hug! For all of you who I emailed, I can't wait to see your work coming through. We're going to have some great work, but me and my beautiful assistant Lucy are still interested in a few more articles on some more in depth subjects, If you up for it, please email again!

Skin heads - the change from 1970's to modern day.
Shoegaze skate culture
Fetish wear A/W trends, and the underground fetish club scene
Modern Geisha cults
90's pothead art
Pirate Radio

Plus; we're still looking for some more art, we've nearly nailed the music section and got some great photography on the way. I'm always open to ideas, so send me a shout to either my formspring or email. In other news, We're only 10 followers TILL 1000, c'mon guys, we can do it! Christ, I don't even know what to say yet, we'll save my long emotional speech for soon, but without you darling readers, I don't think I could have achieved so much, in only 2 years. Thank you all! Comments will be disabled until my next post, but leave me a message, I love a chat! Panda xo

with his hands battered black and blue

2011-08-29T07:32:00.000-07:00

A lot of things have been happening this my last post. Among the many, I've been ill with a, frankly, irritating flu/sinus infection that just won't go, I got braces, I dyed my hair, and finally was able to get some of the items on my A/W wishlist! It seems to look more and more like summer is finally over here in England. I've been dragged down from London to the countryside, cancelling all social plans due to this awful illness, and looking outside, I'm starting to feel very autumnal - is that even a word? It's windy, rainy, and theres that crisp feeling in the air that always reminds me of autumn. Plus, the fact that I've been slouching around in a scarf 24/7. Anyway, I've been feeling like I need some luck recently. My family took me out to a little village fair, about 20 minutes away from my country house today. It was sweet, with stalls selling candy floss and old records and home made jam. I stumbled upon a little brooch, partly hidden away by a black velvet cloth, and instantly had to buy it.

Rabbits foot; This belief begun centuries ago when people were fascinated by the creature's running style, in which its hind legs land first, before the front legs. An old english tradition, stemming from celtic beliefs, the rabbit is supposed bring power to the possessor.

Now, obviously, I am going to expect a few formspring messages or comments with the usual "Thats disgusting, etc etc". Believe me, I understand that some people are squeamish about it, including my mother, judging from the fact that we own a rabbit ourselves. However, I DO have a fascination with symbolism, and stranger still, taxidermy. The way that the brooch has been made, the tiny details like the chain, and the silver 'holder' and the whole pre-celtic belief about it are a little plus to such an interesting little piece. Do you have any strange, weird or quirky good luck charms or items at all? I'd love to hear! Panda xo

We're two souls, in tango

2011-08-15T06:57:00.000-07:00

Image via Flickr and the lovely Vicky.

The A/W wardrobe. Something us mere bloggers spend hours thinking over, lusting over, dreaming over. The first instinct comes when your favorite shops start stocking the winter ranges, however much the sun is shining outside, you find yourself lingering over a knitted sweater or a pair of fur lined boots. The second comes when your favorite magazines start on it - "THE PERFECT CAPSULE WARDROBE FOR A/W" screams from the front cover. And the third stage, the beggining of planning - alas the stage that makes you count your money in your paypal account and think "oh well, I really need that super adorable hat/heavy denim jacket/insert wintery item here". Currently, I'm at stage three. How many items can you get? Where from? What money budget are you thinking off? What trend are you going for? After reading Susannah Frankel's recent column in the Independent, I decided to get down to it, and start the planning stage.

The first thing to think about is the kind of trend you want to go for. A good place to start is of course, trusty Style.com for the catwalks, Vogue, Elle. and online blogs. Sure, Fetish inspired bondage gear might not be everyones cup of tea, but there are some really great guidelines to follow around. 10 years back from the recent 70's trend, the 60's mixed with some futurist elements and slick boyish tailoring are my go to styles.
Secondly, think of your wardobe! There is no point spending lots on on items you already have enough of. Keeping in mind with my still ongoing capsule wardrobe project, I'll be looking for pieces that keep in the trends, but also can easily be styled with older pieces from other seasons.
Think of your budget. Being a 15 year old student, lets face it, I don't have lots to spend. Gather an idea of how much you want to spend, and the relevent shops you can look for. Online market places like eBay or Etsy are always good to look for pieces at a cheaper price, after all, trends are recycled all the time.
And lastly, make a mood board! My inspirations has come from "This is England 86'", old 60's movies, back issues of old magazines, and skin heads.

I've been thinking of 5 items in particular. Firstly, a cool polo shirt. Topshop, Lazy oaf and Fred Perry have always stocked some great styles, and as well as nodding towards the skin head, boyish vibe, they easily fit into my every day school uniform. An slightly over sized 6o's styled coat. Maybe something with a peter pan collar, something similar to the gorgeous coats Audery Hepburn wears in all her movies. A burgandy sweater. A navajo rucksack. and lastly, a fur collar. What looks are you interested in for this coming winter? Have you begun on your wardrobe? Oh and I almost forgot to ask, does anyone know how to use a Dell for blogger? Being on hols, I've been using the hotels old old DELL, and my layout is coming up distorted, and won't let me open new tabs to reply to your comments! HELP! Panda xo

Out of all the flaws I've stumbled on

2011-07-30T10:29:00.000-07:00

Bowler - Vintage £5, Cream Shirt - Vintage £8, Jeans - Topshop £38, Brogues - Primark £4

Theres something about the new trend of the "new mod" thats grabbed my attention. Something about the mix of old school 50s and 60s, gangs, skin heads and a good dose of tattoos. I've always adored the idea of THE bad boy, the image and the clothes, the attitude, and tough exterior. All the way back from James Dean to Teddy boys to models that refelct the look today - for example Danny Reed, Agyness deyn with her freshly shaved head and doc martens, Cole Mohr, and Billie Turnball. With boyish styles on the catwalk from designers, and on the high street, for example Topshop, all i want to do is pull on some super tight jeans, get an undercut and watch this is England '96. I'm going to try and start dressing as boyish-ly as possible for a week. I've been so busy recently, meeting new people, and sorting out some relationships in my life, and arranging meet up and such, so I apologise for the delay! I'm off to a little island off France tomorrow for 3 days, but I'll be back posting as soon as possible. Thank you to the beautiful 950 (!!!!) of you who put up with my little blog. We're almost at 1000! Until then, I'd love to check out some new blogs. If your leaving me a comment, give me a link to your blog and maybe a few sentences about what your blog is and about yourself. Panda xo

2 track fox track

2011-07-15T09:58:00.000-07:00

Dress - Topshop, Necklaces - Accsesorise, Hat - Vintage, Sandals - Topshop

Been such a busy week of summer - can't believe its only been a week! Had friends down, moved around from london to the country side, visited a special fashion exhibit, started packing for spain, and filled up 3 rolls of film in 7 days. Plus, I'm off for a week Marbella with Doone. Crossing my fingers theres internet, I have so much to show you! Oh and i've changed my layout, thought I needed a change, and neatened Studmuffin up a little. What do you think?

Anyway, just a quickie today, this post is a little Topshop splurge from the other day - sandals and a new striped shirt dress. I seriously have been buying striped items like a mantra, just to fill up my wardrobe with more basics. Why is it that I face stripes with a sort of relaxed, or even boring (?) appeal? I don't know about you, but throwing on a striped shirt for me isn't the same as throwing on a peter pan collar blouse. It just seems a little...simple. However, I'm going to try and change that, by mixing more striped into my dressier wardrobe, and just in time for the whole s/s stripes trend it seems! Any trends you've been wearing lots of? I'll be posting before I go, and hopefully scheduling some posts, until then, Panda xo

To realise it's right before my eyes

2011-07-10T13:44:00.000-07:00

As you might know already, I have a little bit of obsession with male models - among the many Ash Stymest, Cole Mohr, Jeremy Young, etc etc. My friends seem to think of them as looking too feminine, or too put it bluntly, ugly, but personally, it's what I find attractive in guys (tall, gangly, skinny, good bone structure, penchant for smoking and looking pretty). I've been thinking about doing some model profiles for a while now, but I don't think enough young fashion bloggers, or bloggers in general, dive into the glorious world of mens fashion, so, ta-da, it's ridiculous-beautiful-male-model of the week time! Hello robbie wadge.

A native londoner (yes, yes, yes, another reason why I love my city), 19 year old Robbie has gained a reputation fast. After beginning his career in 2009, his infamous look has gained him to work with big names such as Topman and Paul Smith, as well as countless editorials for magazines such as Dazed+Confused, Vogue Hommes Japan and Electric Youth! He's walked for YSL to Kenzo to Dries Van Noten. Oh, and he's absolutely lovely.

Just another song about a gender I'll never understand

2011-07-01T13:00:00.000-07:00

Sailor shirt eBay, Skirt H&M, Tube Bag Zara, Loafers Office sale

Finally an outfit post! I'm off to duke of Edinburgh for the weekend, but then it's summer holidays on thursday. Can't wait! What are you all doing this summer? Leave a message here, here or take a look around. Back soon! panda xo

Resort Report

2011-06-25T10:03:00.000-07:00

It's quite unusual for me to get so excited for resort collections to be honest. I normally have a quick flick through the pages of minimal lines, muted palettes and simple shapes, and then call it a day. However, a few collections recently have made quite an impact - some new designers that are all but known to me, and some old favourites. For example, ACNE. I'm sure you've all seen the collection; clean lines, contrasting colours and of course, those glasses. I wanted to pick out a few collections that had me in awe, and longing for a large sum of cash, pronto

Jill Stuart. What can I say? The lolita style, tea party perfect items are gorgeous. As Style.com put it, "The designer loves injecting a little innocence into her collections". What stood out to me were the details, the little collars in white, red and blue. The pretty, child-like florals and heart prints that added a dreamy approach to an overall 40's flavoured silhouette. Plus, who could resist those heels, worn with a flutter of eyelashes and red lips.

Jenni Kayne. Admittedly, I had never heard of Ms Kayne, until I stumbled upon her collection last week. Made up of gauzy shirt dresses, boxy jackets and breezy skirts in the gauziest of pastels, paired with wide brims hats, her collection is effortless and . What I loved, was the wearability (is that even a word..?) each item had. Each one is such a simple wardrobe staple. Kayne stated her items were ""These clothes are made to work for you. "They're not precious.". I adore the cool yellow paired grey, such an unlikely combination, and the simple styling.

Emilo Pucci. Ok, so as you all know, I kinda despise colour blocking, or even bright bright colour. The idea of matching orange and purple sends shivers down my spine, and Zara's current mannequins make me feel slightly nauseous. HOWEVER, I am in love with Pucci's colourful suits. The colours are faded down to lighter alternatives, with ankle grazing slim trousers, and paired with - my favourite - peter pan style collars and boxy bags.

More updates soon, my exams are over and it's only two weeks till summer! Panda xo

Back to Basics

2011-06-23T02:05:00.000-07:00

Things on my mind recently? The frequent rain (and a few storms), exams, maths, getting a fringe, the summer, spain and Jill Stuart's resort '12 collection. Each day feels like 2, and each week drags on. How long till the summer? I've been filling my time with procrastinating and eating ice cream. This weekend I went to my schools fair - and you Londoners will know what I'm talking about - only to have it wrecked by the biggest and shortest burst of hail, rain and wind. People were being dragged across the field with the marquees, all the stalls were blown over, and my friends and I were soaked to the skin. I don't think I've ever been that cold for a while, I could feel the water soaking into my bones. We went up to catch a movie, and missed it that evening, so we walked around for a little. I managed to pick up these beautiful loafers, building up my basics section of my new wardrobe. More posts late this week, after all my exams are over! Comments are disabeld for a little while, until I have the time. But feel free to ask me a question here! Panda xo

Lost in that dark, falling apart

2011-06-12T10:32:00.000-07:00

Exams have started. 2 of about 11 done now! It's been a pretty tough week for exams, revision and work. As I understand, a lot of you are going through right now too. I had my english lit paper most recently, and that went to horribly, I want to punch Harper Lee in the face for writing To Kill A Mockingbird. Oh well.
Anyway, I'd firstly like to say a MASSIVE thank you to my followers - I reached 900! I was gobsmacked when I saw, It's such a lovely feeling to know that people take the time to read this blog, and are all so lovely with your comments, emails and formspring messages, so thank you so so so much. My blog has become such a big part of my life, and It makes me really ridiculously happy! Only 100 away from 1000, which is pretty crazy. Plus, to thank you all I'm going to do a giveaway when we get to 920. I was thinking maybe a vintage camera giveaway? I h ave such a large collection, all un-used, and they are all so gorgeous.

In other news, I went to go see Derren Brown's "svengali", which was incredible. My family are avid fans of him, and I saw his last show a few years back. He seriously is a genius, and i really recommend going to see it. As well as that, around the corner from the theatre there are some really great vintage shops, as well AA and Urban Outfitters as well as a few others. Oh, and as well as that, I had to spend 3 hours at a police station today, giving statements with my friend, after witnessing a homeless couple having sex in the middle of a public park. Lovely. Anyway, I hope you enjoy my tutorial, and don't laugh that much at my weird accent and over-all cringiness! Thanks again, to all you lovely people! Panda xo

I'll go crawling back to the city I love

2011-06-04T10:36:00.000-07:00

(image via tumblr - not my wardrobe *sob*)

I finally started the re-invention of my wardrobe the last few nights (and changed my font!). If you've not new to this blog, you'll know about my plan of creating the perfect capsule wardrobe, if not, look here. Anyway! If your like me, with a wardrobe crammed with items you don't like or want, face every morning with a stone cold bitch face muttering "i have nothing to wear..." or just want a new look, the path of the capsule wardrobe is the one for you! After many days (and nights) questioning my sanity, I have created a list of of my steps to a beautiful, organised wardrobe.

1. The easiest part - culling your wardrobe, e.g selecting your items.

2. Working out your style - defining and re-inventing

3. Wardrobe essentials

4. The hard one - sorting, selling and saving

5. Last minute touches

Saturday night I began the process with culling. Which basically means trying on EVERYTHING in your wardrobe (yes, thats it, everything) and creating my favourite thing, a list. Whilst doing this you need to think about different things you look for in an item. Does this fit me well? Do I ever wear this? Does this make me look like obese dwarf? Scrutinise all your items. Keep in mind to do this to your accessorises, underwear, night wear and even bags as well. I''ve got hundreds of weird old bags left over from my 'emo' phase, or hand me downs from people that are broken, never used or just plain ugly. Now, whats next? Sort your discarded pile into boxes or bags with the following labels: Selling, aka through eBay, to you friends, through your blog. These are the items that are worth some money, and are in good condition. Charity shops, this is easy, the items that are too worn out or damaged, or just not worth the money. Apart from these two, there are lots of other alternatives. For example, how about saving a few for DIY practice or just to save to give to younger siblings or such?

So what did I come up with? After de-clutter number one, I now have a compact, colour co-ordinated rail of clothes. Seems like a good 2 hours work to me. I'd love to hear of your wardrobe encounters over the last few months. Email me at studmuffinthepanda@hotmail.com, formspring, or leave a comment. Hello to my new followers as well! Panda xo

you are pulled from wreckage of your silent reverie

2011-06-01T07:07:00.000-07:00

Bowler hat - Vintage market, Red stripes - Urban Outfitters, Necklace - H&M, Blue stripes - H&M, Black stripes - Vintage

So. I'd like to apologise for my, frankly, horrific blogging at the moment. My school work has been pulling me down with exams and revision, and, yep, you guessed it, even more revision. However, It's half term, and I'm trying to get myself out and about in other than a pair of worn old tracksuit bottoms and a bitch face that accommodates my revision sessions. I've had such a lovely week so far (aside from the work, natch). Last night I went out to a party with a friend and met loads of lovely people, a few days ago went up to Kings Road with another, Saskia - who you should check out on youtube for great make up tutorials - as well as meeting up with some old friends.

On a more clothing related note, whilst wildly leaping into creating my basic wardrobe, my uniform at the moment has involved of lots and lots of striped shirts. I have an abiding penchant at the moment for the boat necks and cropped sleeves that expose my wrists. They are really so simple to wear, and I'm finding myself looking every time I enter a shop searching for stripes. One of my wardrobe staples are defiantly becoming striped tops. What are your preferred wardrobe picks? Panda xo

wardrobe 101

2011-05-17T14:46:00.000-07:00

Ever since Easter, I've been becoming increasingly obsessed with the perfect capsule wardrobe. Even more so, wardrobe essentials. The idea of a beautifully organised, minimalistic hanging rail is something I've been longing for, for the last month or so. Just the idea of a row of soft shirts, pleated skirts, skinny trousers and baggy tops provokes me into - as a friend put it the other day - "pawning" all my clothes off to charity shops. At the moment, my style has been based loosely around a basic uniform for school, super tight rolled up skinny black jeans, a baggy top, small pendant, desert boots, and oversized jacket. It could just be me and my irritatingly ever changing style, or maybe just the blogs I'm reading regularly at the moment, but I've made a decision. A decision so un-like my usual self, i have little hope for me to stick to it. To create a capsule wardrobe, to limit myself buying clothes each weekend (sob) and to arrange for myself key pieces. I can't even tell you how weird it is writing this, but I have my fingers crossed! Therefore, I'm planning to document the change. I'm trying to come up with the perfect wardrobe, equally divided between colour (no brights, I'm afraid!) and fabric. What would you include in your capsule wardrobe?

For summer, floaty shirts, the perfect semi-sheer peachy neutral tee, over sized crew neck sweaters in case of cold wind, and the obligatory peter pan collar blouse. It has to be skinny skinny rolled up jeans, pastel colours and a simple satchel to go with it all. I can't wait to clear out all my old clothes and start putting more up on eBay! I don't think I've ever been so excited to let go of clothes... Thanks to all my new followers and the lovely comments, emails and formsprings I've been getting. More videos up over the weekend on my youtube, so stay tuned. Panda xo

i fell in love at the seaside

2011-05-13T09:49:00.001-07:00

Coat - New Look, Striped top - My mums closet, Skinny jeans - Topshop, Desert boots - eBay, Satchel - Gifted, Sunglasses - Primark

I'm seriously annoyed with blogger right now! Is it just me who is having their posts deleted? Anyway, Its finally the weekend! Back to revision, and the same old story of procrastinating about work. My friend from France is coming over tonight. I'm gonna hopefully take her round to camden, and have a relaxed weekend. What are you all up to this weekend? Just a quick post to let you know I'm alive. Oh, and my eBay is filling up again! Sadly, I have to sell my brand new AA riding pants :( They are XS, and just a little too small around the waist. If anyone is interested, check it out here. Thank you all my new followers and for the lovely emails I've been receiving. Panda xo

June, when all the ghost are quiet

2011-05-01T13:52:00.001-07:00

Suede/Faux Fur jacket: Vintage, Crochet White dress: ZARA, Black Bandeau (worn underneath): H&M, Green Velvet mini satchel: Topshop (Giveaway), Chelsea boots: Vintage, Talon Ring: Can't remember, Deer ring: Topshop, Blue Rock double finger ring: Handmade

D.O.E is over! Conclusion of the two days? 30 miles, 42 hours, 1 whole body aching, 1 twisted leg, 5 crazy team mates, 5 back-breaking hiking backpacks (fit with 2 tents, clothes, food, cookers, gas, sleeping bags, mats, lights, etc) and 1 near fainting attack. I think you get the gist. Basically, incredibly fun, but horrific at the same time. I don't think I've ever walked or exercised in my whole bloody life as much as I did this weekend. I literally spent 2 hours in the bath yesterday trying to soothe my back, hips, neck, shoulders and of course, twisted leg! Oh well. I won't bore you will the very very absurd details. All I shall say is that the days included a gang of army training cadets with massive guns and becoming lost countless times. If you were on D.O.E how did it go for you? I'd love to know. Email me, comment or leave me a formspring. Where were you, and how did you find it?

On a more outfit related point, I got my beautiful green velvet satchel I won in Daisy-Maks giveaway! Its so so so lovely. It was such a beautiful day today, so I decided to wear my new ZARA dress. I bought it in Spain, for only €29, about £25! Its so lovely and floaty, and reminds me of the D&G S/S 2011 collection. The jacket is vintage, and a soft soft suede, and don't worry guys, the fur collar is FAUX. My new ring to my collection is this handmade blue rock double finger one I made a few weeks ago. Plus, it's fun having a random talon. It's great when you're buying something, and the shop keepers avoid your hands ha-ha! Oh, and as you can see, I spruced my blog up a tad. It was in need of a little make over I think. It's back to school tomorrow, but i'll be trying to get some more youtube videos up, as well as more to my eBay. Until then, hope you had a lovely weekend, and i'll be back soon! Panda xo

In the morning I'll be with you

2011-04-26T11:31:00.000-07:00

It's my easter haul video! Sorry about the bad quality, let me know if there are any problems with the video or if It is not showing up. Please ignore my incredible awkwardness and weird accent - I hope you enjoy it! Update: I just got alerted that it pauses the first time you play it. If this happens, just refresh the page and play again :) Panda xo

What do you think?

Closer to sancutuary

2011-04-18T11:32:00.000-07:00

1) Giant Rubber Duck; this was given to me on my 14th Birthday by my freinds. It's full of messages from my year group, friends etc. Its so lovely, but it's HUGE, so I have no idea where to put it!

2) Wreath and Headdress; The little star headdress is from my first nativity ever. I was a snowflake, a small part, and I cried when I found out... Quite embarrassing... haha!

3) BFR mag, courtesy of Babara Ryan; It's the sweetest thing ever. Visit Barbara's blog here.

4) Art Project; I'm working on this for my art at the moment. I'm going to cover the skull completely in flowers. It's been inspired by Day of The Dead.

5) Revision notes! SCORE

6) Collection of Street Style Books

7) My Beautiful typewriter; I got this a few years ago for a measly £2 from a carboot sale by my country house. It's in great condition, and still works. I write up a lot of stories, or lists especially on it. I've been meaning to paint it a pretty pastel yellow or blue though, and spruce it up.

8) Box of DIY; Don't know why this is on my desk haha! But it's full of studs, ring bases, fake flowers, stone, thread, ribbon, bows, charms, chains, everything!

9) Lemon 'n Lime Water; I drink this, or vitamin water constantly. So so so good.

10) Where the magic happens; Ok, not really, but this Mac has been through a lot of shit. Including me dropping it down the stairs by mistake, and watching it split clean in half. It's been fixed countless times, and still works amazingly. Basically my baby.

11) Various train tickets and film; I have so many train tickets, it's nice to put a few up now and again.

12) Close-up of Skully McSkull!

Todays rather different post is the love child of many of my lovely followers asking for a room tour - this has been happening for about 7 months, and I'm so sorry for not doing it sooner - and one of my outbursts of cleaning my room (This only happens about twice a month, I'm afraid). My desk is my little alcove of happiness. It's where I spend my time doing homework, blogging, writing, drawing, you name it. It is full of the stupidest junk, and I think you can see a lot of my character from it. Let me know what you all think, and hopefully, We can start a chain of desk posts. I want to know, whats on your desk? I'm in London the rest of the holiday, revising, and seeing friends. I'm pretty excited though, going down to the super good charity shop round the corner to see if I can fit in a shift or two. I'll let you know how it all goes soon enough! Thanks and a big hello to my new followers! Panda xo

Light Day Remix

2011-04-08T02:43:00.000-07:00

Semi-sheer tee H&M Black Riding Pants American Apparel Leopard print Creepers Gifted (Demonia) and no make up ~ this is new to me.

Hello everyone! Spain was utterly amazing. Sadly, there was no Internet.. Anyway, I don't want to bore you all with the details, and descriptions of each day, so I’ll try to be brief. I stayed at one of my best friends and her families' picture perfect Spanish country home perched on the top of an olive tree covered mountain. It was a week full of sunshine (28 degrees and up), endless fields of flowers, horses, her many dogs, cats and chickens, taking boats out onto a lake, eating amazing food and watching the sun go down on her balcony. Breath-taking! I took so many photos, it's ridiculous! I tried lots of new food, like - I know it sounds super gross - little vinegar soaked fish with crisps, croquettes, huge hanks of ham and cheese. Every morning we woke up late, and ate fresh bread with honey in the sunshine. Every evening we would lie in the slowly fading light and drink glasses of ice tea. I even spent an hour or two helping baby chicks that got lost in the grass back to their home. If I could spend the whole spring there, I would. There is nothing like Spanish countryside in the springtime!

I arrived back home a few hours ago after the most annoyingly delayed flight ever. I was traveling alone, and as usual; I was seated next to the most grotesque, creepy guy on the plane. He kept staring at me and smiling throughout the course of the journey. But hey, I wore my new American Apparel riding pants! A massive thank you to Shope for influencing (heheh) me to buy these beauties. I'm the biggest cheapskate known to man, so it was very out of my comfort zone to splurge £60 on a pair of trousers. Strangely, those trousers are the most I've ever spent on an item of clothing. Crazy. Thank God I had saved up my birthday money! But Im so happy I bought them. They really are the most perfect trousers. The high waist is great, and they are unbelievably comfy and fit so well. Totally worth the money. How are all your holidays going? I'd love to know! I'm off again this Wednesday for five days, so I'm going to schedule lots of posts. I thought I was going to be in London - turns out I'm constantly moving around. Hoping to bring my laptop! Oh and a little shout out to the beautiful Saskia in Thailand! I miss you! Panda xo

Your hiding from me now

2011-04-01T06:07:00.000-07:00

I've been meaning to do a DIY on my denim jacket ever since I first got it last summer from a vintage shop in Bath. Itwas originally intended for DIY-ing on the Disney Channel show I was in - "Fashion Wizards" - but last minute I changed my mind. It's been gathering dust in the corner of my messy, messy bedroom for too long now. I only just remembered yesterday as I lay in bed with a combo size box of Kleenex scrolling through Tumblr's. Suddenly a light bulb flashed above my head! Inspiration! I galloped out of bed, and started on creating a rad new jacket. I didn’t want to over-do it stud wise, so decided to do a simple line. What do you guys all think?

In other news, after 2 weeks of exhaustion, my english and science GCSE mocks (I got an A- and a B in english, and a B in science, very happy!) and music performances, my body finally gave in. I'm sick with an incredibly annoying cold, which I am trying to ignore as best as I can. But, hey! ITS FINALLY EASTER. I get 4 weeks off school, so I'm hoping to cram in as much as I can. I'm off to Spain for a week on Monday with my lovely friend Sofia, which will be great. I haven't seen the sun for so long! I went up to the High street (Bad idea, especially when you forget a trusty pack of tissues and box of cough sweets) to try on a pair of American Apparel riding trousers I was hoping to snatch before Monday. They really are such a great pair of trousers, but 60 quid?! I think I’ll have to start saving up…

I don't know If I'll be able to update in Spain, but I'll try and sneak my laptop into my overflowing suitcase. Until then, enjoy your holidays and I'll be back in a weeks time. Panda xo

First love

2011-03-31T09:26:00.000-07:00

A quick animation to cheer up your day by my friend Sophie. You can find her Youtube channel here - enjoy! Panda xo

Brighton Rock, Part one

2011-03-27T12:27:00.001-07:00

From top to bottom:

1) My unicorn henna tattoo. Much needed, I assure you. 2) All of us 3) Dinner at the Hard Rock cafe 4) Beautiful Weather! 4) Chocolate covered waffles 5) Colour co-ordinated shoes at a vintage store 6) the beautiful Beyond Retro warehouse

It's time for a long awaited lengthy post guys! And, I have so much to talk about, that I may have to spilt the weekend into outfit posts and such. As you may or may not know, I celebrated my 15th birthday this weekend with a much needed girls weekend to Brighton with my 7 closest friends! Being of english heritage, I have ventured far and wide through the joyous country we call the UK, but strangely, have only been to Brighton ONCE. Shameful, I know. Being just 6 at the time, my memory has faded, and as I planned it, my mind was full of The Pier, Fish and Ships, bright blue sky. Perfect!

We started off the weekend with dinner at the Hard Rock in London. Yes, it's one of the busiest, most famous restaurants in London, but my god, the food there is incredible. We had cocktails, ribs, nachos and milkshakes. Everything was incredible, apart from me having to stand on a chair, in front of THE WHOLE RESTAURANT (keeping in mind, that its full to the brim with hipster kids, tourists and big groups of people on nights out). Know one thing about me; I hate hate hate public scenes - especially birthday related scenes - so I was so embarrassed it was ridiculous. I pride myself on not falling flat on my face as I climbed up onto the chair, as clambering onto a slippery bar chair whilst sporting a large pair of heavy platform boots is NOT the easiest.

Sunday was getting up at the crack of dawn (sorry, 9am. Thats still the fucking crack of dawn!) and getting in a party bus (sorry, a van) and driving down to Brighton. The weather was warm and blue and perfect. We paddled in the sea, ventured down Brighton Pier, rode on carousels, ate amazing food, and of course WENT SHOPPING. If you haven't ventured into the North Laines of Brighton before, think Portobello road market mixed with a graffiti artists wet dream, and you have North Laines. Filled with vintage, antiques, random bands with dreadlocks and banjos AND A SKATE BOARDING DOG, we rushed through shop to shop, devouring the music and clothes. I really recommend going down to Kensington Road if your there. It has the best shops! Oh, and you'll never guess what else we found. THE BEYOND RETRO WAREHOUSE. Thats right, I nearly died on the spot. It was massive, and beautiful, and filled with the most amazing clothes. It was nearly shutting time, and I drifted through in a daze. Within 5 minutes I had 8 items, within 10 minutes, 19. I had to whittle it down to a pair of Chelsea boots and a new skirt, but Im saving up my cash, because literally, I would buy the whole shop if I could.

So yes, I won't bore you any longer. I'll do some outfits posts in a next post! Thank you all for the sweet emails and comments! I know I say this way to much, but i really really appreciate it. Stay tuned for volume deux! Panda xo

Oh, and before I forget! Updating my eBay account. Find my stuff here.

Bruised Primrose

2011-03-20T06:10:00.000-07:00

Denim Shirt H&M Faux Fur Hat Thrifted Black Midi H&M Bow Loafers Primark

I'm struggling through the mountain of revision and stress that's been slowly building up on me the last few weeks. I'm trying to work, but end up doing something else, when I revise, it doesn't stick. This weekend for me has basically been lying in bed, with a book open, classical music on and note cards. I was so so happy to see 800 followers though! Thank you all so much guys, only 200 (hahah) away from 1000! How are you all spending your weekends? Now that the weathers slowly turning, I'm longing for tanned skin, pretty bikinis and shorts. Even better! Panda xo

Update : I got interviewed over here, by the lovely Rika! Check it out.

Calling like a crow

2011-03-13T10:55:00.000-07:00

Coat Mothers closet Velvet bow headband Topshop Black Jeans Topshop Creepers Gifted

Happy Belated Birthday to me! I spent the weekend in the country with my sister and her friends - We went to Bath (yes, yes, I know, I go all the time) and did the usual shopping and such. Turns out theres going to be a huge fashion weekend in a few weeks time, so hopefully I'll be down for that! Also went to go see 'Hall Pass' with Owen Wilson. I have a habit of going to see those so-awful-that-their-funny film, and I couldn't stop laughing the whole time. If you haven't seen it, GO SEE IT. Other than that, I managed to finally take some more outfit posts. The weather was beautiful, except of course, when I went out to take some photos. Apparently walking through the fields wearing fuchsia pink creepers (and a matching yellow balloon - take note!) with a small cat following is not normal behaviour around my country house... Oh well. The black coat is something I've been meaning to put in an outfit post for a while. Its a big, crazy, black fur monster originally belonging to my mother, before I sourced it. Perfect!

Other than that, I'm waiting anxiously for summer, not having to worry about exams and sunshine. All I want to do is go see a band, it's been so long since I last went to a gig. I miss the crazed excitement, even the sweaty, heaving mass of bodies as you dance to your favourite song. I don't talk about music that much on here, but I've been getting lots of messages about my favourite artists, etc. Well, to answer your questions, my favorite band is Mumford and Sons. I’ve been such a big fan of them for so long now, they are the best band in the entire world. I actually get emotional their songs, which I have never done before for a band. At their concert, me and my friend Sofia started crying. I love them, the fact they’re so shy and british, of course their talent, and how they’re all beautiful. They’re so inspiring. I've been getting into The Naked and Famous too, thanks to my friend Mitchell linking me one of their videos. What are your favourite bands? Got any great tracks you want to share? Email me, or formspring! Panda xo

Home is whenever I'm with you

2011-03-10T11:22:00.000-08:00

Hello all! Just a quick post from me, I'll be back posting as usual this weekend, but had to show you all my new birthday presents! I got, 1) A brand spanking new beautiful satchel! I've been fawning over one of these bad boys for a long long long time now. When I opened it, I SCREAMED. School has never been so fun with a lovely, butter soft leather baby on your arm... 2) Two new shirts from Topshop. 3) A new pair of creepers! My beloved old white 'n blue pair are too small now, thanks to my rapidly growing feet, which you can buy on eBay here. These are ridiculously cool though. Say no more. As well, I got a new bikini from Primark, and a new one from Topshop. Such an amazing birthday! Thank you all to my lovely messages, and the 28 birthday emails I received! You are all super lovely.

Oh, and my eBay is up finally after being persuaded by many followers! I'll be updating it each day, so check it out here. Have a great Friday (thank god It's the end of the week...) and stay tuned for a new post on Saturday! I won't be replying to comments just yet, but feel free to comment or formspring! Panda xo

Fate ruled peoples lives

2011-03-06T08:07:00.000-08:00

Sun hat Primark, Necklace H&M, Top H&M, Shorts eBay, Steel toe cap Dm's Thrifted

I decided to take my new beast of a hat out for a spin today. Its ridiculously huge. Walking down the high street I managed to get it stuck in TWO shop doorways! It is lovely though, shame its not sunny enough to actually use it for its full potential... I've had a ridiculously busy week! It's nearly exams for me - GCSE mocks in Science and English. Only 2 weeks away, so it's time to hit the books! I went to two parties this weekend though which was really lovely. Yesterday it was one of my best friends birthdays, and we went out bowling at this crazy cool 50’s diner/bowling arcade. We got to dress up 50’s too - so I went all out, hell bunny dress, make up, hair, everything! Had such a great night with super good food, including A REECES PEANUT BUTTER MILKSHAKE, being a complete idiot with my friends, and then getting told of by the scary bouncer for attempting to sit in the window and wave at passers-bys. We had to walk through the touristy part of Queensway and kept getting odd looks from the innocent people strolling through. I guess it's shock to see eight hyped up teenage girls wearing dresses that take up the hole road, singing at the top of their voices and laughing.

AND OH MY GOD IT'S MY BIRTHDAY ON WEDNESDAY!!! I'm going to 15, hard to believe I know, judging by the fact I look like a 12 year old boy at the best of times. I can't believe Im growing up so fast. It's so strange for me, because, I don't feel that old? Y'know? Such a big number. Its pretty crazy to think that when I started this blog, I was only 13, nearly 14. Weird. A year in the blogging world makes you more mature and aware, as well as inspired!

Other than that, I've been trying to branch out a little with my blog, so I've decided to start doing more features and such. I got so many great emails/formsprings from you all about my last post, so a big thank you! I adore talking to you all and getting to know your blogs and selfs, so keep 'em coming! Oh, and we're nearly at 800 followers! I can't wait, lets try and get too 795? For me now, its a mug of rose tea (tried it yet? Its the only thing holding my life together at the moment hahaha!) and core science C1b. Panda xo

- and hello to the lovely Saskia and Sophie

2011-02-26T10:09:00.000-08:00

So, It's that time again, everyone! Yes, you've seen them on every single blog, Yes, you've most likely become bored now, but, hey, who doesn't love drooling over beautiful clothes, however many times we've seen them all? After spending a good 2 hours (I know, I have NO life) scrolling through endless collections, scrutinising every paragraph, hungrily clicking the 'next' button over, and over, and over again, I have to the conclusion, that yes, this years a/w shows were indeed, pretty damn amazing, if I say so myself. So I picked out my three favourites,

1) Charles Anastase.

Ok, I know, his collection is on EVERY SINGLE blog at the moment, but theres a good reason why. I've always had a secret love for his clothing - the perfect, wearable pieces, and Oh lord, those stunning skyscraper heels - and his ready to wear collection showed off his talent to the highest degree. For fall 2011 he gave us sophisticated suits in earth tone tweeds, soft satin and velvet, 70's style jumpsuits in deep red and purples, clean cut jumpers, trousers, and dresses in silks and satin. He created a distinctly 70's vibe by mixing feminine parisian style with a tougher, harder edge, adding details of peter pan collars, pony skin and buttery leather detailing. Surely there must be others out there who want to chuck out all their consisting wardrobe, swim across the channel, run like a madman into his house, and promptly steal his entire collection. Just me?

2) Jeremy Scott.

Oh Jeremy, Jeremy, Jeremy.. What would we do without you? There's no doubt that this collection has not be a huge sensation. Every time I open my tumblr, it's all the eye can see. Showing us all how to "have fun with fashion" he mixed acid brights, crazy prints and fur to create genius. Being a 90's baby myself, this kind of 'so bad it's good' dress sense has guiltily followed me as I grow up, and every so often, I'll melt at the sight of a badly cut, neon green printed monstrosity or such. Of course, Scott showed us how to do it in a grown up, high fashion kind of way. From the crazy pink and tangerine fur, to the perspex purple cropped raincoat, and tongue-firmly-in-cheek slogan sequinned shifts, this is one show aiming to bring fun back, with a capital F! If only I could track down those rad hair extensions....

3) Marchesa

A Porcelain tulle bateau-neck dress, with shoulder flares spilling onto the floor; blush tulle column with flared ruffle skirt and shoulder appliqué; embroidered cream strapless cocktail wedding dress with high tulle headpiece; black lace corset dress with embroidered tulle skirt and black capelet, and more, Marchesa was a victorian dream. The pools of soft pastel tulle, and pillow-y plumes of black, white and nude were more like works of art other than dresses. Im not one usually to go for such feminine styling, but Marchesa really blew me away. Everything was lacy-pretty, even down to the little semi sheer socks worn with super high court heels.

What were your favourites on the catwalks? I'd love to hear! Send me an email to studmuffinthepanda@hotmail.com, or leave me a comment below, or formspring. Panda xo

half a glass full of moon

2011-02-21T05:20:00.000-08:00

Tan polka dot dress Topshop Tan Cardigan Vintage Frilly socks Primark Loafers Primark Glasses Vintage

Being sick in bed does have it perks. Just a quick outfit post from Paris, missing it so much, now that it's back to the dreary old program of getting up at half six, exams, work and teachers. I can't wait till easter ( IM GOING TO JAPAN!) , even though thats so incredibly far away. I do have my birthday to look forward too, in a few weeks though! In the mean time, here are three to follow, prairiemyheart, is mental and aha shake heartbreaker! Panda xo

Paris, day two

2011-02-18T09:24:00.000-08:00

Wednesday

The morning began with a quick breakfast at a little french cafe, trust me there is nothing better than toasted bread with butter and honey. Its incredible. It was the busiest day, with a trip to the Louvre, where I tried to be all art school cool and intellectual (but ended up sneaking looks at gorgeous french art college boys and laughing at ugly babies in paintings). The architecture of the buildings were so incredibly beautiful though! One of the best things about Paris are the brilliant architecture, and the lovely old fashioned style detailing - such an inspiration. After wondering though the gardens for a bit, which are incredibly lovely, even in the cloudy, misty morning weather, we made out way to La Musee Des art decoratifs. Turns out there was an AMAZING exhibition with collections from Galliano Couture S/S 07 - remember the geisha, madame butterfly styled dresses that floated down the catwalk? - to Comme des Garcons ready to wear s/s 1997 and even Balenciaga s/s 08. I think Im going to do a separate post, because it really was a brilliant gallery, so much better than the V&A's cheaply lit, unfinished exhibion. If your in Paris, check it out! The Musee also had some really nice other presentations, except for a rather...disturbing...one filled with giant replica babies. Of course, the museum shop had to sell lamps which were constructed out of replica babies in a range of colours, and lots of little babies strapped to pins that you could wear in your hair. One to their own... But seriously? Baby lights?

After a lunch at a very posh restaurant, we took a taxi (sorry guys, but london taxis are waaaaay cooler) to the beautiful SACRE COEUR. The whole of Paris is below you, so It's like your walking in the air! Brilliant. Such a stunning church as well, and thats crazy coming from someone totally unreligious. I did get to chase/nearly talk to an adorable little french nun though! SHE HAD A BOWLCUT. Lastly, a walk through the little square at Momart, and went to an adorable little gallery with some original Dali paintings and sculptures. Thats all for today chaps, but i'll be uploading all Paris pictures on a flickr page soon! Thanks to all my new followers, and for the very sweet emails I got this week with ideas on where to go and such, your all very very very sweet. Panda xo Oh, and I'll be replying to all formsprings and comments a little later than usual!

Paris, day one

2011-02-16T09:20:00.000-08:00

SO! Im in the sweet city of love - PARIS! This post is going to be a long one, purely because I have so much to write about; and also becaue I'm freaked out by the weird french keyboard? and it's taking me incredibly long to type even the smallest sentance haha. I think the best Idea is to jot down my days per post. I have so much to talk about!

TUESDAY

After a long delayed journey by train to Paris (2 hours in the euro tunnel, before you ask, thank you track problems) we arrived to clouds, rain, and the clak clak of an army of high heeled glamourous parisian women, striding through the station with Vuitton bags clutched under their arms. It was quite a comfort after suffering though the loud, rasping breathing of the guy opposite me, as well as the constant banter between two fashion directors behind my seat. It's so lovely when you first step out to the crowded station though, totally worth it. Paris is so incredibly different, and much prettier than London, as well as being full of such unique people. My mother and I spent the remainder of the afternoon travelling around, and getting lost in the city, which had its highs and lows. We had lunch at a pretty cafe, constantly stopped off for snacks at cute little Patisseries, walked through the Louvre, watched a service at The Notre Dame and got lost, of course. Thankfully, my mother being fluent in frech helped a little. .We did manage to get back to our Hotel, but only after stumbling across a lone taxi.

I rekindled my intense love for macaroons after almost buying out the whole of LA DUREE, and embarrassed myself by skipping down the street with my mouth full of rose petal and orange blossom macaroon One of the weirdest things I saw though, that I've never seen before, were the pet shops. They sell tiny puppies and kittens! Its such a strange thing for a londoner like me to go into a tiny pet shop, and find dozens of little yapping dogs all around you. It might seem strange to you all to have me distressed and all, but they all looked so sad! I was tempted to smash all the cages and run down the streets with a small army of animals running after me though... Plus I found out that I had walked almost 7 miles. Thats more exercise for me than a whole years worth! Stay tuned for the next thrilling chapter *insert triumphant music* but for me now, its a nice big cup of chocolat chaud, and of course, a macaroon.....

and lastly, well done to EMMA for winning my giveaway! You'll receive an email soon.... Panda xo

you know it's spring when,

2011-02-07T09:54:00.001-08:00

Elie Saab S/S 11's pastel pink flowered gowns, Primark's bloom headresses get stuck to your head, Prada S/S couture '11, pretty indie pop songs keeps playing on the radio, and Mixing florals and white becomes a big part of your life .

It's time to start dressing like a florists dream and throw on your pink, rhinestone studded sunglasses. I've been floating around listening to Bon Iver and Nina Simone, drinking 99p cartons of Ribena, and dreaming of the sunshine and picnics, because Spring is finally around the corner! No longer do I struggle to get home in the pitch black, with creepers in anoraks on every corner (a long story..) or exams clogging up my weeks. It's half term on Friday, and I can't wait! I've decided to go all Arty for a week, with a trip to lots of Galleries in Central London on Valentines Day with a few friends, and then a V-day party and my beautiful friend Irmaks, and of course sweet sweet Paris for a weekend of shopping, sights and museums! This year is turning out to be full of sugar sweetness... Panda xo

2011-02-01T12:18:00.000-08:00

Pictures 1+2 - Dress New Look, Hair Scarf £1 shop

Pictures 3+4 - DIOR S/S 2011 from Style.com

I've been having such a rough week. My school has suddenly decided to work us so hard! Every night, it's, like, 5 hours of homework, and Im exhausted 24/7. I had an english public speaking exam today, and I've got a Physics one on Friday AND art coursework, and lord knows what else. Eurgh. I just can't wait for this weekend. I need a few days of just friends, baking, disney movies and of course, who could forget lying around in pyjamas all day?

In other, more fashion related news, I'm going through a phase now when I can't stop dressing all 50's. Its always been such inspiration to me, and with my ever growing collection off pretty little dresses, cat eye glasses and army caps, I'm becoming obsessed! Much to the amusement of my friends I've started trying to put my hair into a finge, unsuccessfully, thanks to my awful widows peak hair, andI love the fact that DIOR's models strutted down the catwalk with flicky fringes and cat eyes. Absolutely perfect, and such a breath of fresh air from heavy knits and chunky jackets! Im getting so tired of the cold weather, however much I layer on and on. Heres to wishing to a 50's style summer with high waisted bikinis and Pin up girl perfectness. I'm even thinking of having a 50's themed birthday in March! What are you all looking forward too this summer? Don't forget to enter my giveaway here, or leave me a question here. Thanks to all my new followers, lets get to 750? Panda xo. Oh and I nearly nearly forgot to add, Im looking for sponsors! If your intrested email me at Studmuffinthepanda@hotmail.com. Have a great weekend!

2011-01-29T04:17:00.000-08:00

hello mermaid hair! Sorry about this quick post, my blog is turning into a random mess of images haha. I still am doing an outfit post tomorrow, but had to show you all my new mermaid locks. I actually can not stop staring - so different! Oh, and I have green hands now. But its worth it. panda xo

2011-01-28T10:04:00.000-08:00

It's giveaway time! FINALLY. I went out yesterday and bought the most amazing book in the whole world - Yvan Rodic's FACEHUNTER. I've been itching to tear off the plastic, and rifle through it... And of course, I had to add a nice collection of Studs. I mean, I am a studmuffin! I bought 25 normal square silver studs, and my favourite, about 15 ultra-spike studs. They are very simple to use - they simply screw together. I can totally see them snazzing up a jacket's shoulders, or on a pair of Doc Martens. I'd love to know what you guy'll DIY if you win ;)

To enter you must:
1) Comment this post with your name and your email!
2) Be a follower (on google connect which is pretty much just through blogger! Please let me know on the post if you are following!
For extra entries:
-By creating something rad I can use on my blog! This counts as 3 extra entries!
Terms&Conditions :

-Anyone can enter, anywhere in the world, it doesn't cost anything
-Winner will be picked randomly using a number randomiser
-Just because you enter this giveaway, does not mean you will win

I'll be doing an outfit post soon, but till then - Good luck everyone!

The closing date is 15 February 2011. Panda xo

2011-01-23T06:27:00.000-08:00

1) Sweater - Primark, Black Midi Skirt - Unknown, Satchel - Primark.

3) From left to right, Topshop, Anna Sui, Thakoon, Dorothy Perkins

I've been struggling between with my new item - a perfect black mesh midi skirt, and my faithful H&M mini skirt. Midi skirts have been EVERYWHERE and on everyone at the moment, from Louis Vuitton's catwalk shows, to Kate Moss. There are hundreds and hundreds of possibilities out there, from skinny, wiggle types, full blown 50's, or A-lines in denim, and sorbet shades. With Spring/Summer catwalks bursting with acid brights and colour popping patterns, I decided to go on a hunt for the perfect midi skirt to team with bright top pieces. This black mesh, layered one was found lying around my house, un-labeled, and is the PERFECT skirt. The thing is though, I'm a tad confused on what to wear with it. After trying on endless arrays of top halves in the usual bright pinks, oranges and greens, I decided that I looked more like a try hard wannabe from a 60's girlband, than a Christopher Kane girl. I was a little worried about being able to pull it off, being only 5'4 as well. I've decided to only wear it with dark colours, like much of my plan for spring, and channel a little Wednesday Addams takes on a charity shop granny. What are you all planning on for spring time?

In other news, I got a lovely little package in the post from Kelly a few days ago! Almost a year ago, i commented on one of her adorable little badges she made, saying 'Oh wow, wish I could have one of those'! She had the kindness to send me one! It's of Justing bieber, as a unicorn, about to be attacked by a guy with a knife. How could you not love that? I have been wearing it into school 24/7, and evoking laughter wherever I go, so thank you so much Kelly again! I have so much going on this week! I'm in a play for a few days, and then this weekend I've got a proper english tea party to go to, and work work work. This year has started out straight away with so much work, and Im trying to fit my blog in the small gaps. Its so hectic with my GCSE's looming, and science controlled assessments and what not. I think I just need a week to relax! Can't wait for half term, when hopefully, I might be going to Paris! Thanks to all my new followers! I cant believe we're already at 720! how about we try to get to 730? Keep up the amazing commenting, and formspring questions, I love hearing from you all. Giveaway next post, Im promise! Panda xo

2011-01-19T10:02:00.000-08:00

Photos by C. Shirt - H&M, Velvet Skirt - Primark, Headband - Primark, Necklace - Gifted, Cross image - my Tumblr

Such a busy week! I've got so many exams coming up, and essays to write, it's ridiculous, so it looks like I'm gonna have to working through the weekends now as well. Because Of the crazy school day schedule, and the fact that by the time I get home it's dark, I haven't had any opportunities to take any more outfit post, unless it's in the pitch black! Which is what I decided to do. I was freezing, and excuse my language, but my hands felt like they were going to fucking fall off, and i was clutching onto a very thin, black rail, and trying not to fall a few storeys, but we did manage to get some lovely pictures admid the constant whining from me, and me slipping back a forth. I've been thinking of an outfit like this for sometime, and as soon as I got this great little velvet skirt when I went to Primark, I already knew what kind of themed outfit I wanted. Although everyones getting ready for acid brights for spring, I'm searching up vampires, werewolves and gothic inspirations. I just can't stick to a season, can I? Don't be surprised If in my next post Im wearing vampire teeth or something equally ridiculous.

And before I forget, my dear mother brought me back a load of cool stuff from her old magazine. If you've been following me since the good old days, you'll know that my mother and father created a magazine in the 70's-80's called BLITZ, that shaped the whole work of fashion journalism and publishing. When they started, the only fashion mags avaliable were BLITZ, I-D and THE FACE. BLITZ went on to be incredibly famous, and completely shape the fashion journalism and magazine idustry. and I could bore you all with stories of the amazing parties they had with people like siouxie sioux, boy george. Even Galliano himself! I'm forever bugging my parents to bring home the amazing collection of pictures, clothing, art, & more they're accustomed over the years, even though most of it is at the V&A museum. I came home yesterday to find a load of black and white film prints, some old old Topman rayban style glasses, a watch, a BLITZ zippo lighter, and even an original 80's ‘SAVE THE WORLD" Katharine Hammnet tee shirt. Amazing! Stay tuned for my fantastic giveaway, i'll give you a very stupid, obvious hint : FASHION, PAGES AND PHOTOGRAPHY and, let you guess away! Keep up the sweet sweet commenting, following and emailing! Panda xo

2011-01-15T06:32:00.000-08:00

Dress - Topshop// Shearling Jacket - Vintage

So I'm back blogging with 700 followers (!!!!!!!) a still slightly broken computer, and smile! Its sounds stupid, but for the week or so I wasn't doing proper posts I was so upset. I missed blogging! I'm going to spend today wrapped in a big blanket, doing my four music essays, and checking out your blogs, and comments. I'd just like to say a massive thank you to my new followers and commenters! Im actually so amazed I've got up to 700 followers. I know some people like to have competitions about how many followers they get, but Im just so unbelievably happy that everyone out here on the massive place that is the blogging world appreciates my little blog. So give yourself a pat on the back, you did good.

I've been so pulled down by the massive amount of work this week, but I still had a little time to go shopping and watch 127 hours, which by the way, is INSANELY good - I urge you all to go and watch it, and see some friends. James Franco is such a talented actor, as well as being incredibly gorgeous *swoon*. I wouldn't recommend If you can't deal with blood though, if you've heard about 127 hours, then you'll know what Im talked about, and let me just tell you, when he cuts his arm off, its rough. Super, super rough. Some guy in the row in front fainted when we watched it. But still, its an amazing movie. But on the subject of shopping, I was in American Apparel today looking for a present for a friend. I used to worship AA, but I hadn't been in for at least 4 months, after I decided that It was too expensive. I was really disappointed actually, not by the clothes, don't get me wrong, I love everything in there, but the staff was so uppity! I guess it's because AA is so over-rated now, and is associated with hipsters, of something like that, but they were all so rude! I asked a woman where this was, and I kid you not, she looked me up and down very obviously, raised her eyebrows mockingly, and pointed vaguely to a far corner. As well as that, the shop is crammed full of wannabe 'hipsters', all acting like they couldn't give two shits about anyone, it just made me so mad! Anyway, rant over! Have a great weekend, and I've got a giveaway next post. Panda xo

2011-01-05T10:51:00.000-08:00

Dress - New Look, Glasses - eBay
Back to school again today. I had honestly no idea how hard waking up at 6.45am would be after 3 weeks of waking up at 11.30 and actually getting out of bed at 1.00 would be. I had to haul myself out of bed. Im looking forward to seeing more friends, morning lattes in Starbucks, the occasianal good marks in lessons, wearing all my gorgeous collared shirts, january sales, and clothes swapping this friday. Jezebel is having a massive clear out, and we're all bringing along bits and pieces. I've got such a busy weekend planned, after being stuck in the country side. I've forgotten how good a nice girly chat is, haha! It'll be great! As well as that, my hair is finally a honey blonde. It took many crappy packets of dye, 3 hours with my head in foils whilst dying for a meatball wrap and to get up and start dancing in the deserted hair dressers. I spent my last day before classes began again, curled up on the floor with some friends watching Pirahna 3-d. Have any of you guys seen it? I really recommened if your a hard core gore fan, and others, like me per chance, don't watch it. It is a good film, but my god, whats with the random non stop gore? I'll be back very soon for a post once my beloved Macbook is back for good. I missed its shiny beautiful-ness... Hope you all are settling back to school, and thanks again for all your support, we're nearly at 700 followers! Panda xo

2011-01-01T04:16:00.000-08:00

I had never really heard of tba, until really recently. After a quick creep on their website, I was in awe. Their collections are perfectly feminie, sweet, and even though It's an old collection, their beautiful, pretty designs really caught my eye, as well as the photos. Everything is so peachy sweet! The colour palette is just the right shades, all pinks, whites and baby soft, and the adorable, and very in style collars add to the designs. It kind of brings to mind a very victorian atmosphere to me? I guess endless lessons researching the Victorians have paid off. Just the way its all very childlike, with the little white socks, high necklines, and pleating.

So, its 2011 already. Is it just me, or did anyone else think this year went so fast? Its been an alright year, I had fun, but i haven't achieved a lot of things I wanted to. Im hoping 2011 will be incredible. One of the main things that made my year a little suckish, I guess, is that I feel a lot of pressure at my school. I think I'm going to focus on being myself, and not try and base myself on other people. A lot of the people at my school, in my year, are the kind of girls that are very... I don't know how to put it, maybe other bloggers my age understand me... very closed off? By that I mean that they judge people strongly for small reasons. I have beautiful, amazing friends, and aim to make lots more this year, and I dont want to be pused down pretty much by other people. I just had to write that, because I feel a lot of girls my age feel this way, and knowing a lot of teenagers bloggers out there, i wanted their opinion.

But on other, more fashion-related news, who else is excited for the spring collections? I've been seeing such great looks from the high street ranging from Topshop, H&M, and even Primark, which has SERIOUSLY pulled up their socks. I love how everywhere is stocked full of pretty, vintage inspired pieces. I'm going for a more sweet look , maybe even a little 60's I think this year. Im craving a pair of cat eye glasses, and a little velvet mod dress. Panda xo

2010-12-29T10:01:00.001-08:00

So, hello again! I know it's almost unheard of for me to do a post two days in a row, GASP. but I have a few quick little notes. Firstly, so sorry for the dodgy outfit posts, and locations for outfit posts. In true LLYMLRS style, Im trying to find myself a nice, blank, well-lit wall. Of course, it's damn hard trying to find one, judging by the fact that my walls are annoying slanted. Secondly, and most exciting for me, however un-cool it must sound, IM GOING BLONDE! After about 5000000 years of persuading my mother, we managed to arrange a deal. Tomorrow, i will spending half the day with my head wrapped up in cling film, and yellow goo, but it's gonna be awesome. And lastly, these photos were taken at the underwater tunnel in Bristol Zoo. I am in love with how they've come out. They came out so lovely and grainy, just like film. I took a few with one of my film cameras, but this was taken with a normal camera. Has anyone ever been there before? I'm normally not one to go for small, misty spaces underground but this was magical. Apart from, of course, the screaming little children that managed to run past me at a million miles an hour screaming 'FISHHHHHH', narrowly avoiding the glass walls. Hopefully next time you'll see me I'll be blonde, but till then.... Panda xo

2010-12-28T10:57:00.001-08:00

1. Christmas Gift, Book on Designers and Photography// 2. Christmas Jewellery//3. THE ALEXANDER MCQUEEN SCARF//4. My kitten looking disgusted

It's been a little while since I've posted! So sorry to you all. How was your christmas? One of my favorite things around christmas time, is checking out all the amazing things you've recieved. and of course, the january sales. I went into Bath today and oh my god! THE SALES ARE SO GOOD. I was running around like some kind of drug-fueled madman, arms full of clothes whilst franticly blinking. I know, the image is NOT pretty. While in Topshop I admitdly was a little embarrising. I asked about 4 people who weren't working there about how there were no sizes in those shoes, managed to dislocate about 40 tee shirts from the rack with my silver rucksack, and tripped trying on a pair of these badboys. I swear I should never go in there again, after getting many dirty look for shoppers and staff alike. There were so many amazing things I wanted to buy, like this, this and this, but the thing was, I didn't need them. Its weird, I'm one of those people who will buy something just for the hell of it, but for the first time ever today, I only bought one item of clothing. Crazy. I'll probably have a flashback though, and run out shopping again in the next few days or so, but oh well, you never know.

Onto the next subject of tonight : CHRISTMAS GIFTS. I had such an amazing white christmas, and I must say, the presents were awesome... My sister gave me an ALEXANDER MCQUEEN SCARF!!!!?? Why she bought it for me, i will never know, we have a love/hate relationship haha. Its actually amazing. I've just been staring at it for the last two days in awe. So easy to wear as well. I recieved so many gorgorgeous little things, including a rad tee shirt, some little brogue type wedges, and lots of jewellery, but best of all, i got a fish eye camera. I've been wanting one for so long now, its crazy. I collect film cameras, and its nice to actually have such a cool, modern, easy to use one. I've already lined up so many ideas for shoots, including taking some skating type ones for my friend max who's been begging me for so long now. And now I bid you all a farewell, I have many things to do! I am planning on doing another post maybe tomorrow, but feel free to comment, although wont be replying to comments. I have a lot of excting news as well, so that'll be up tomorrow as well (fingers crossed). Hope you all had a lovely christmas! Panda xo

2010-12-24T16:46:00.000-08:00

1. Hoodie - AA//2.Gloomy bear hat - Cosplaying Expo//3. 'Blitz' tee shirt - Vintage// 4. Maxi skirt - Primark//5. Bird ring - Primark//6. Tourmaline ring - Hivenn etsy

It's been so stressful this week. It looked like I wasn't going to be able to get down to the country in time for christmas, thanks to 8 inches of snow, and temperatures of -15. I was in London atteding two massive (and incredibly fun) parties, and the idea of being stuck in a hot water-less, freezing cold house in the middle of no where sounded pretty horrifc. Thank god I'm here now at last. Its beautiful, and thankfully, warm. I've been wrapping, buying, decorating. I can't believe its christmas already. This year has gone so fast, and this last week has been really magical, and all i can think about is food and presents it's crazy. In other news! I finally recieved a sweet little package from the lovely Jazzy from Hivennn. She creates amazing little works of art out of crystals, and offerered to send me some. I recieved two little black rings, and I'm currentlyslamming my head on my keyboard for not taking a picture of both of them together and the package. They're the perfect little gifts, and look amazing for layering. And, hell, who doesn't like crystals? I urge you all to check her etsy out, as they're some rad pieces there! If your looking for the same black ring I recieved, click here.

So, i discovered a very sweet little gift in my inbox today, just in time for christmas, from the gorgeous Cassie from FloralChildren. I actually screamed a little with excitment when i saw it, i'm not going to lie. It looks just like me, dont you think? Thank you so so so much, its so wonderful, and really made my day I'll be putting it up on my side bar pretty soon. It would be so amazing if i recieved more of these drawings, and Im up for an art swap? Email me. And because I won't be posting till after christmas, have an amazing day, and thank you to all of my amazing readers, followers and people take the time to look at my blog. It sounds so utterly cheesy, but Im amazed, and blessed actually, that you all read my posts. My blog is such a big part of my life, and the fact that there are people out there who share the same intrests, and enjoy this blog makes me so happy. So thank you, and merry christmas to all! Can't wait to see all your christmas gifts.. Panda xo

2010-12-18T14:02:00.000-08:00

Shearling jacket - Vintage// Devil Hat - Gifted// Scarf - China// Drop-crotch chinos - UO

London is at standstill at the moment because of the amount of snowfall. We got 6 inches today, and we're expecting 20cm by christmas. I've got a lot planned for the next few days, and hopefully I'll be down at my country house, if the pipes unfreeze (unlikley), and I feel a little better (of course, I have to fall ill just as I've got two massive parties tomorrow and the day after..) Hoping everyone is able to get home in time for friday! I won't be replyin to your comments just yet, but feel free to comment on this post. I'd love to see some pictures of what the snows like where

you are, so email me at Studmuffinthepanda@hotmail.com, and you never know, I might put some on my blog! Good luck to everyone trying to get round the country at the moment, and thanks to my new followers, commenters and the lovely emails!! Panda xo

2010-12-15T07:03:00.000-08:00

1. Sweater - Vintage// 2. Socks - Topshop// 3. Necklace - Gifted// 4. Presents// 5. 'Stache Shot

I've had an eventful technical time recently. Now, if any of you know me, then you'll understand that my Computer is my life. It has EVERYTHING on it, films, photos, music. So what happens when you see your beloved laptop fall from the stairs in slow-mo effect, before crashing into a million shards of wire, perspex and casing? I promptly burst into tears. Thankfully, the laptop can be fixed, but i won't have it for 3 whole weeks. This means I'm battling it out with my dad's old old old old old dell laptop that takes about 50 minutes to load a webpage, and wont absorb battery power. The only up side is that when i type I feel like a famous novelist or such when I hear the clicky click of the keyboards. But still, I don't want to offend you DELL, and DELL lovers, but frankly your computers suck. Oh, but its not finished. My beloved lense has managed to break, meaning no good images till after christmas. My old lense creaks and moans when I turn it, and will only take images if you about 70000 feet away. Oh happy happy day. Technoligical rant over.

Have you all noticed how soon christmas is? I don't know why, but it just hit me today. Maybe its because I've been so stressed ouot lately, or how busy I've been , but I've never given that much thought to when christmas actually is. Next week! I'm so excited, and hoping I'll be able to get down the country, but alas, my pipes have frozen, meaning no hot water. Fingers crossed, but it's looking like I'll be spending christmas in London for the first time in 5 years! Christmas is such a great time of the year as well. It's like some kind of big, gorgeous smelling sheet is put over England. Everywhere I can smell things like firewood, and sweets, and everyone is in a good mood. Its crazy how big a difference a holiday can have on people. I plan to spend my next few days leading up to christmas in bed, with my kitten, eating crappy chocolate out of my Peppa Pig £1 calander and watching cheesy movies. I've had a yearning for GREASE, actually. Whats not to love about that movie?

On a final little note, Whats the weather been like for everyone around the world? Its been so odd here in london. I've been wearing this massive vintage knit everyday. Its so cold! It better snow by the end of the week. To make it worth it... Grr.... Thanks to all my new followers as well! It would be an amazing christmas present to my blog if we reached 650 in time for the new year? Thanks to the amazing emails, formsprings and comments, Panda xo

And I almost forgot, an even bigger thank you to the gorgous Nehemie who did a post on me! He's totally amazing, and has the best style I've ever seen on a guy. srs. Check him out.

2010-12-11T09:54:00.001-08:00

From top to bottom:

1. Camden market//2. Brass Lion//3.Polaroids//4. Jezebel and Doone//5-6. Outfit (jacket - Vintage, Creepers - Ebay)

ITS THE CHRISTMAS HOLIDAYS. SCORE. I am so incredibly relieved. I can finally spend my days gorging myself on christmas themed sweets, seeing friends, blogging, and relaxing. I've spent a long while being incredibly stressed the point of hysteria, that I've had so much work on my mind, that i haven't had time to sit down and actually write a decent post. It's such a relief, and I've been so busy, I have to cram it all into one post.

I've been really into skating at the moment, thanks to my friend Max. Today, I was invited to a kind of skate competition in Portobello, and me and Doone met up with him and some others. It was INSANE. Gorgeous skaters, loud music, cameras, awesome people. The competitors were pretty amazing too. It was so cool, and I met so many rad people. Must go again. I also went up to Camden with jezebel and doone to buy some long-awaited christmas gifts. It was like a mother greeting her child, I was so excited and happy to be there again after such a long time. I bought some presents, and scoured out a massive, crazy knit jumper I've been needing for a while now, and checked out some creepers I'm hoping to get for christmas. And I've got so much more to look forward to as well. Ice skating, parties, THE X FACTOR FINAL (Matt to win), and lots of parties.

So thats what I've been up to recently, apart from fantasizing about a septum and nose piercing, and dying my hair with blue food dye. And on a final note, well done again to the winner of my giveaway, and to my lovely new followers, let try and get to 630? I'll be frequently posting now, for about 3 weeks, so stay tuned for my next post! Panda xo

2010-12-05T10:45:00.000-08:00

And now for something completely different - Who doesn't like dressing up? I've decided wigs are my new favorite things. Sorry I've been such a bad blogger, I've been incredibly busy. Thank god its only four days until school! But in other news, I managed to get some street style done this weekend finally! Its been so cold recently, so I've been struggling to find people who can style their jacket and coats with a smile. I was lucky enough to find some awesome people round London though. As always, i was terrified, but everyone was lovely. Hopefully I'll be putting pictures up soon. It's normally really hard to find girls my age with interesting, distinctive style, so i was so impressed by finding lots of amazing style around where i live! With all the range for teens at the moment being mini skirts, cropped tops (yes, even in winter), It irritates me to the point of hysteria how girls my age no longer have uniqueness in the way they dress now. Most girls are all clones of one another, piled on make up and the exact same outfits, and I always get a thrill in finding people who define that rule. Even with London being FREEZING at the moment, all of them had a big smile, and rad winter style! On the other hand, I'm wishing for more snow, and layering upon layer of jumpers and jackets.

And I almost forgot to mention my last, last weekend, which I spent in Camden Market. I'd been meaning to write a bit on Camden for a while, as its such an important place for me. I've always always been an avid lover of markets, from Portobello, to Brick Lane. Most of the english markets everyone hears about these days are the usual, tourist-y, and well, tacky nowadays. Camden in one of those special, secret little places where no one goes, or knows about. It's a particular haunt for Goths, Musicians, Punks, and Cyber girls. It's full of vintage stores and stalls selling exotic food to seedy strip clubs and hairdressers full of young people with piercings and crazy hair. You can't walk 5 minutes without bumping into a cyber girl wearing meter high platform boots, shivering in a teeny spandex dress, or a guitarist singing on the road with his girlfriend smoking and playing the tambourine beside him. the reason I love it so much, is of course - the shops, but also the unsual aspect of it. London's markets are getting so much publicity now that it's hard to find one not filled with Queen memborilla or hundreds of tourists. Camden is massive, but so totally unique, which makes it such a great place to go with friends. Check it out next time your in London, yeah? Panda xo

2010-11-28T09:51:00.000-08:00

I had such a busy weekend, as usual, so Im so so so so sorry for such a long wait. It was the first time I've ever had thanksgiving, being english and all, so I went over to my lovely friend Sofia's (check out her youtube) house for a late Thanksgiving dinner on saturday. I literally ate so much, its ridiculous. Yesterday I went to Winter Wonderland in Hyde park. I don't know if any of you have ever been? It's amazing! Despite the -2 cold we still managed to go on rides, ice skate, eat candy floss, and celebrate Doone's birthday! Such an amazing afternoon and evening, I such an raaad time. Plus, on the way there, me and Sofia had a mini 'on a bus' photoshoot. We were the only people on the top deck, so it seemed like a good idea at the time, until we realized we were on camera, and that the whole bottom deck was laughing. Oh well.

In other news, ITS SO CLOSE TO CHRISTMAS! Is it just me, or are any of you in such a christmas-y mood now? My school ends in only 1 and a 1/2 weeks, and apparently it's meant to snow on Wednesday. So exciting. I've been going over my fanatsy christmas list over and over in my head as well. It's pretty much the whole of UO, which I visited the other day to buy a pair of chinos. I swear that shop gets more and more jawdropping each time I go in. I wanted, EVERYTHING. I've been dying over pressed, neat chinos, peter pan collars, and little suede and leather skirts, and UO seems to have everything, at such a price. Well, pricey for me. The Chinos I bought are so perfect though. They're a little odd, as they're drop crotch style. Normally, I hate hate hate hareems on me, but these are so great. I've been wearing them highwaisted with a skinny belt recently though. I'd love to hear what you guys think I should wear with them, any ideas? Ooh, and quickly, THANK YOU SO MUCH! WE'VE REACHED 600 (and counting) FOLLOWERS! You all are so amazing, so thanks for all the support. Panda xo

2010-11-22T13:35:00.000-08:00

Shirts - Assorted

It's really ridiculous how many collars I get through in a week. My school has a dress code, meaning I have to wear a shirt to school. I have literally SO MANY shirts. Fleece, Flannel, Cotton, Tartan, Sheer, Soft, Warm, Skinny, Old.

I had a great weekend. On saturday, I went to see Aiden playing live. I don't know If any of you guys watch X Factor? It's BRILLIANT. Aiden is beautiful, talented, young. Seeing him live was...fantastic. That night we had a picnic in the dark, on the cold pavement, I met the awesome Victoria, and we managed to eat brownies, and waffles, and give money to an awesome little old guy playing the accordian. I slept over at Jezebels, we ate Reeces and watched movies. On sunday I went to Camden with Izzy, She's always on my blog, You'll know her from her Blog, Swamped in Flowers. We went Vintage shopping, and ate at a Diner. Perfect weekend, only to ended with Coursework. You can see some of the photos that I took on Saurday on Jezebels blog, heeeerrrree.

+ I got a new header. As my style is changing, I felt it was more appropriate. What do you all think? I Love hearing from you all, so keep the emails/formsprings/comments coming! Thanks especially to all my giveaway enters. In the first 2 days I got 154 emails! Good luck to you all, you've got till the end of November to enter still! I'm finding it hard to reply to all your lovely comments, so I'll be gradually replying over the next few days, but thanks again everyone. We're nearly at 600 followers! *claps hands in joy* WHAT A PERFECT CHRISTMAS GIFT ;) Panda xo

Caught out on the ropes

2010-11-13T07:40:00.000-08:00

001. Messi, my kitten. 002. Antlers. 003. Tartan shirt - Carboot sale//Felt jacket - vintage//Cream knit tights - Tesco//FAUX Fur snood - Mum's. 004. Outfit. 005. Two skulls my papa found. 006. Deer ring - H&M. 007. Outfit

So, I'm back. I've been pretty ill recently, throwing up, cold, etc, I've just felt too shitty to function. I'm so incredibly sorry for such a long wait. SO! Its been so cold recently! Its good in a way, because now London feels so festive - Starbucks red cups (my guilty pleasure), Christmas decorations in the streets, christmas presents being bought, but now the endless wait for the big day is gnawing at me already. I spent the week waking up at 6.30, and curling up in Starbucks around 7.30 with my friends, clasping our Gingerbread lattes to our chests in desperation, and imaging what to get friends for presents. I've got a few parties coming up as well, so extra presents too. It's Irmaks house on Monday night, and then I'm spending Thanksgiving with sofia and then Doone's having a ice skating party. I've just got so much coming up, I'm so busy busy busy.

At the moment, I'm staying in the country for the weekend. I'm all wrapped up warm, and trying to get rid of this awful bug, so it's all about big mugs of tea, toast and layers upon layers of clothing ;) I went out to buy some more stuff for my kitten, when my mum decided to go look at a few antique shops. I saw the most amazing deer antlers, so I'm hoping to get a pair for christmas in my room. What do you all want for christmas? Drop me an email, or formspring, I'd love to know. Oh, and thank you to all my new followers, can't wait till we reach 600! Panda xo

Update : Oh, and I almost forgot! Two more interesting things! 001, Upcoming giveaway! CSN stores are giving away a $45 voucher for one of you rad people. CSN Stores has over 200 online stores where you can find everything from stylish handbags, to modern extra tall bar stools, or great cookware! I just ADORE, all their shoes though - they stock everything from brands like Demonia, Pleaser and Bordello, to moccasins and boat shoes. You can enter the giveaway next post. And lastly, thank you to everyone who is voting for me in the Best teen blog competition! Keep voting guys, I really appreciate all the votes I gotten so far.

Drag your teeth across my chest

2010-11-07T10:36:00.000-08:00

Wolf tee shirt - Camden / /Tapered trousers - Topshop

I always forget how much I love fireworks, till november finally rolls around. I spent the weekend at various firework parties, listening to them at home, looking at them through my windows. A really busy weekend too. I spent Saturday in Camden with Jezebel. We had an epic lunch at the Diner, I had a BBQ chicken burger, coke float, and we shared a peanut butter sundae. Thats right, a peanut butter sundae. I bought a new tee shirt, and some new spikes for my ears, which I've been meaning to do for ages. I hopefully are looking to receive some really big curved ones, and some black twisty ones for christmas too. I was meant to meet two boys that used to go to my school as well, but that was cancelled. On sunday I went to go see 'Due Date" with some friends too, which was freaking hilarious. I love Robert downey junior so goddamn much :') Hope you guys all had a fun firework's weekend! Thanks again for all the emails, formsprings and comments - you guys are the besssstteesssst. I'll try to reply to all them on time, but most probably won't be able to reply tonight, art course work needs me.... Panda xo

Update : Well, exciting news guys! Turns out I've been voted to be one of the best teen blogs on the net! Im in competition with blogs like Fruit Machine, JC, and Going Vogue! Amazing huh? Please come and vote for me on their site, I'm the 17th featured blog link down. Just scroll down the page and you'll find me! It would mean a lot to me, and it's pretty cool too!

You tried to hex me

2010-11-04T08:55:00.000-07:00

Whats in the bag? I had the, frankly, most amazing parcel in the post today. Now, how many of you have heard of Lazy Oa f? If you haven't, you haven't lived. Really. I've loved and longed over their gorgeous mix of bright graphic prints, insanely cool jewelry, and accessories for around 2 years now. They have something for ANYONE, from t-shirts, cards and super cute toys to edgy rings, notebooks and goodie bags. Recently, I got the chance for an item review from Lazy Oaf! Who wouldn't jump at the chance? My (pink, sticker adorned) parcel arrived today, and inside was the beautiful beautiful cross slob tee, and the awesome perspex cross necklace. Talk about awesome, huh? The tee is such a great shape, and the silver-gold crosses are so such a cute little edition. The necklace IS TOO PRETTY on a gorgeous gold chain, the perfect size, and colour. I'm gonna be wearing this every day. I urge you all to go to their website here, because you don't want to miss out on some of the insane items. Look forward to more item reviews, giveaways soon guys, theres lots planned! Thanks again to Lazy Oaf, and to all my followers email buddies and commenters. Panda xo + Oh, and make sure to check out my 3rd column on Foammagazine.com tomorrow!

Pour a little salt

2010-11-01T10:20:00.000-07:00

I went to Expo this weekend! If you didn't already know what Expo was, it's a massive anime/manga/japan convention in central London. I went with my sister, CHIYO, who is obsessed with Japan. It's the second big event like this I've been too, and my god it blew me away. It was FREAKING MASSIVE, there were incredible cosplayer's (cosplaying is when you dress up as someone from a manga/anime) so much to buy, and some insane things to see and do. I went cosplaying as Sayo from a manga called 'Negima'. We met up with my sisters two beautiful friends (5th picture) who are total inspirations. I bought too much, ate too much Pocky, and yes, thats right got a picture with the marshmallow man. Just a quick update after a long absence, eh? I'll be slowly replying to the incredible comments I got last post, so stay tuned everyone, and hope you had an amazing Halloween weekend! For the rest of the pictures click here, and to see my new Foam column, click here. Posting again soon! Panda xo

Lucy in the sky with Diamonds.

2010-10-25T08:19:00.000-07:00

All photos by me

I thought I would do something different today. I'm starting a new photography set of teens and their rooms. My first subject was Lucy. She's a chick who spends her time going to gigs, partying with the rich and famous (a few conquests - Coco Sumner, Carl Barat, Mark Ronson) and chilling out with the Rastas on Portobello Road. She's beautiful, in my option, and one of the most incredible, and unique people I know. Her tall, skinny, gangly figure, and big pouty lips makes me wonder why she this girl hasn't been scouted yet... I would describe her as an eccentric 60's women trapped in the body of a 14 year old girl. Her style is a mix of vintage and crazy items picked up from markets, Brick Lane and Camden. She collects road signs, and has a obsession with Pete Doherty + Amy Winehouse. She has a giant cut out of Morrisey in her room that she found in the road. She gets given guitars for free by churches. She gets stopped for street style photos. She listens to awesome music. You can see why I love her. If you'd like to ask her questions, email me, and I can give you her email address! You can see the rest of the see here on my new Flickr for the sets.

On another note, Thank you everybody for you amazing emails! Last week I got 46 emails - mostly questions, or comments. You all are so sweet, and I'll make sure to do a Q&A soon (along with the much delayed VLOG) Panda xo

Words that we send

2010-10-23T09:34:00.000-07:00

Black Vest : Primark Massive Scarf : Can't remeber Tapered Trousers : Topshop

Today i was meant to go out to Bath and snap some more street style for Foam magazine (quick side note : The column is up everyone! The links on the sidebar, click on the word FOAM. I'm so excited to show you guys it, I'm so happy, and the very sweet editor, Johie, wrote a lovely intro about me. Oh, and I'll be writing a column every friday, featuring street style! Please check it out, I'd love it if you all would, and give me some feedback for next weeks column) because apparently, it was supposed be bright sunshine. Well, oh no, it poured with rain the whole day. I was forced to retreat into Topshop, UO, H&M for the whole day. Now, I didn't know there were sales on - so image this, small, soaked through girl, being squished by many crazy teens grasping at anything they can find with that big red SALE sign on it. Que me, bedraggled, becoming part of this stampede. With the help of my mother, I managed to pick up two things in Topshop. One : Pale pink, leafy bustier. Two : Tan tapered trousers. These are my BABIES. The tan trousers (as seen above) are something incredibly different from what I would usually wear, but they really caught my eye and I loved the shape. And theres more exciting news - I don't think you can see very well on these images, but I dip dyed my hair! The ends are some kind of greeny-blue, very pale, but I love it. I'll try and post another picture soon. Thanks again to all of my new commenters, followers and the sweet formsprings I get, thanks to you lot, the first of 5 giveaways will be in our next post! 5 for 500, you see? Panda xo

Clasping my fingers tighter around yours

2010-10-19T09:39:00.000-07:00

And now for something completely different. Halloween's just around the corner and the weather is crazy. Thunder, lightning, pouring rain, just the thing you need on your holidays! I bought this crazy-ass white wig the other day for only £2, its so rad, and the skulls are from TESCO. Everyone should check out their local super market's halloween section, so much for so little, its great! I was tempted by a fake bloody arm, but my mother was a little too persistent to buy it. She loved it! These photos are my pride and joy, just remember they ARE NOT EDITED. Oh, and we're almost at 500 followers. C'mon guys, we're nearly there, there's a giveaway too look forward to as well. Panda xo + to see the rest of the shots click HERE

Resting your head on my shoulder

2010-10-17T09:05:00.000-07:00

Big Cream Jumper - My mothers. Black jeans - Given to me by a friend. Belle Bag - Disney store circa 2001 :D

So, the big news. Last week two emails popped into my inbox, out of the blue. One was from Foam magazine. The other from SUPERSUPER magazine. I was informed that both magazines had seen my blog, and wanted me to write for them. Foam said they would love it if I wrote a column every week on their website, including street style taken by yours truly. SuperSuper said they were wondering if i had any new ideas to help contribute to their magazine. I've been shocked, amazed, everything all week, and i want to thank you all you guys for helping me achieve my biggest dream.

In other news - I went car booting today! Near my house in the country, there is always a MASSIVE sale, every sunday. Its my favorite place in the world. You can find the weirdest things every week there from sperm shaped salt 'n pepper shakers and retro roller blades, to thousands of old film cameras and vintage clothing. I've been gradulay stocking up on little charms that you can find for 20p or so, and today I managed to grab a tiny gold buddha, and black metal cross charm for 50p for both. I'm hoping to make some ear cuffs, or try out some new earrings or charm bracelets. Amazing. I've also dug out an old disney princess rucksack, that is my new companion on the go. That bad boy can fit every thing is, and well as being ironic-ly awesome! I'm going to saunter into Bath tomorrow, camera ready, Belle rucksack perched on shoulder, hair flying behind. It's gonna be something ;) I'm really excited to start on the street style photos, because Bath is such a rad city, It's going to be really awesome to see what kind of style i'll find there. And, last, but not least, We're nearly at 500 followers! c'mon guys, its only a few more followers to go. Oh, and thanks to the lovely lovely Lara for featuring me on her blog. Its so sweet. Enjoy the sun everyone! Panda xo

Fucking, ahem, creep

2010-10-14T11:20:00.000-07:00

I got a special email recently. I can't tell you guys yet, but my biggest dream has come true. BIGGEST. You'll all know soon enough though. In other news : I finally got film into my film camera! Its so exciting. I'm hoping something drastic like I suddenly have a bleeding mouth or something to take a shot. I've nearly filled up the film. It's half term! I'm going down to my country house, so hoping to find some more rad locations to shoot. I can't wait to go into Bath, the best vintage shops in the world are there, and I have to sell some of my old vintage like a sailor dress thats a little too big. My friends mother recently got given a pair of MCQUEEN S/S '10 ALIEN SHOES. yes, you heard correct. I practically had a hyper-ventilating attack when I was shown a photo of them. I nearly cried and went into a McQ rant, dear god. What else? Oh yeah, my friend Doone's birthday is coming up pretty soon, I think we're going to go Ice skating which'll be pretty rad. And lastly, I got featured by Sarah on her blog on the 10.10.10. The date's was good luck, I say. Panda xo (Oh, and I made 'I love Jewish men' stickers for JEZEBEL, we're that cool....)

No sound but the wind

2010-10-10T07:39:00.000-07:00

Shearling jacket - H&M, Plain Cut Out vest - Friend's DIY, Leggings - ?, Monster wedges - Topshop

I've had one crazy-ass weekend. Friday night was Mumford + Sons, at Hammersmith Appolo. I actually don't have words to describe how mind-blowingly incredible they were. Sofia, Lucy and I were close to tears, and after around 11, we met up with Izzy and Indie, and chatted about Brick Lane, Music, Carl Barat, and velvet capes. Next day I spent the day in Carnaby street with 'the gang', and drank reeses peanut butter cup milkshakes at this incredible diner. I wanted to take some photos of the waitresses and waiters - imagine total indie kids, piercing, tattoo's lycra, leather - but the light was so shit in there, AND they were pretty hard to get hold of. I found an awesome store filled with VESPA tee shirts, and shitty Prada Menswear knock offs. We stalked around Topshop and Urban Outfitters for while. I found a pair of vintage trashed up shorts with leather crosses stuck on - but it was £90, which sucked arse. UO is amazing but expensive as hell. I finally got home late late laaaaate after i had to take 2 long bus trips home, and managed to irritate all other passengers by having a late night photo shoot a la top deck on the bus. Today was filled with cycling (raising money for charity) around Richmond, and reading endless blogs when I got home. Good news too, VLOG that I've been working on for god no's what it nealr complete. A lot of you all have been asking when It'll be done, and Im so sorry, my sound monitor has been fucking up the last few months, so finally able to film now. Hopefully that'll be up next week! Thanks for all the new follows, guys, i'm excited about topping 500..... Panda xo

Biting your own neck

2010-10-09T01:30:00.000-07:00

Best streetstyle snap I've seen all summer.

Oh, and I went to see MUMFORD and SONS last night, and met up with a couple of friends there. It was the most amazing concert i've ever been to in my entire life. At one point Sofia and I were nearly crying. I recommend highly for you all to go, because, these guys are incredible live.

With the world wrapped around a girls finger

2010-10-06T12:30:00.000-07:00

This weekend I got 'Foam' Magazine (1). Never ever heard of it, until a few weeks ago, so when it finally arrived in the post, i was, well, pretty impressed! The great writing, the layout, but especially The great photography. I love the blurry, soft images they feature, so it's just as well my mother salvaged her old Olympia (2). Trust me, this camera is incredible. It's so adorably old as well, but the controls and setting are reaaaallly lovely. The only problem is the film - expensive AS WELL as being mighty hard to get a hold of. If anyone does live in the Uk, and knows a good place, I'd love to know. In other news, I've been gradually building up my collection of H&M semi-sheer shirts (4). Thank god for them, they are incredibly versatile, and go with everything. So far I'm 4 down, 2 to go. Urban Outfitters has also been stealing my heart with their new Vintage section (5) - leather shorts, flannel shirts, adorable shoes, and of course big baggy granddad cardigans. Oh, and i've had sudden hair inspiration (6). See that little plait? Soon there will be 16 of them, all pretty, beaded and feathered up. I might ever dye them pink. Who knows? and to the girl/boy who left me that formspring message about seeing me last week in the shop, when i was with a friend? You know who you are, but please could you formsping me again, or email, because i found that comment very hurtful, as I've never done that? i honestly don't recall doing that. Please, 'cause I would've loved to say hi to you. Panda xo

Agh, and I almost forrgot to add, Thanks to all my new followers, we're slowly creeping up. Can't wait to hit 500! Thanks for all the emails, formsprings and comments, because i love hearing from you all. I really really appreciate how far this blog has gone, and it's all because of you guys!

For a glasgow kiss or a chelsea smile

2010-10-03T04:07:00.000-07:00

I had one of the best saturdays ever. As many of you know, I've been talking about Hyper Japan quite a bit, a large event in Brick Lane, that I was lucky enough to go to with my sister, Chiyo, she's the redhead in pink in my pictures. I first got into Japan around 8 years old, and my sister is a fully fledges japan-addict. She only reads japanese magazines imported from Tokyo, she has thousands ofanimes and mangas. She dresses between 'Decora x Fairy-kei', she litsens to visual-kei bands like 'SuG', she's teaching her self Japanese. What I'm really saying is she is OBSESSED with Japan. It was my first time at one of these events, and i was BLOWN AWAY. It was incredible. There were millions of stores, a fashion show, incredible people, plus, we were asked to be filmed for an internet show that would be viewed by millions of japanese people on the web. After a few hours, we decided to trail around Brick Lane, and after stopping in various shops, and finding no nice items, we wandered around, and managed to get ourselves lost in Shoreditch. Now - let me tell you, Shoreditch many be an 'edgy' area, but, my god, there is no transport. We asked 5 people about tubes, buses, and got complimented by many hipsters on our outfits in the 40 odd minutes we were walking around, until we FINALLY found a bus stop. By this time, we were tired, and it had started raining. My creepers were giving me a blister, and Chiyo's eye make up was running. We jumped on a bus to Oxford Circus, crossing our fingers that we would find some way home. It took another long journey to get to actual Oxford Circus, as we got off at the wrong stop. I was so exhausted by this time that i was running down the road, taking photos in all the shop windows, while my sister grumbled behind me - trying to find somewhere to get home. We eventually got a bus home, after which I lay motionless on the sofa, awaiting the ringing of the door bell. Yes, It was Doone, Jezebel and Saskia, all hyper and ready to have some fun. This including giving the finger and yelling fuck off to some dipshit in a car that was making some rather explicit comments about us, watching movies with ice creams, grabbing a burger and chilling with some awesome chefs, as well, of course, as leaving a 'love letter' to one of the rather attractive male cooks at the restaurant. What can I say? Great weekend. Panda xo

Come all, Come all to this tragic affair

2010-09-28T09:00:00.000-07:00

Dress/Tee - 'Blitz' Magazine , DM's - Thrifted

This tee shirt is pretty much amazing. The magazine 'Blitz' was created by my parents back in the 80's. It was the magazine that inspired all mags like DAZED+CONFUSED, SUPERSUPER, LOVE, even ELLE. It was incredibly popular, and it's so sad that it's no longer sold anywhere, because it's such an amazing magazine! This is a very special tee shirt, purely because nowadays they are really hard to get hold of, and because it reminds me of how awesome my parents were back in the day haha. This week has been a mess of coursework, friends, art, walks in Richmond Park and frantic magazine buying. I made some new earrings including some more crosses and a rad crystal after being inspired by pretty much the best magazine ever - "supersuper'. I don't know why NYLON is so highly regarded, to be honest, I find it a little tiresome. The magazines that stole my heart were DAZED AND CONFUSED, SUPERSUPER, POP, and WONDERLAND. Oooh, I'm so excited for this weekend! Me and Jezebel and my sister are going to 'Hyper Japan'. It's gonna be totally awesome -- Im gonna dress up in my sisters gothic lolita dress, eat sushi, buy manga, and meet adorable japanese geeky boys. Sounds a little bit like heaven. My weekends are looking pretty fantastic. Mumford and Sons on the 8th, and then hopefully i'll try and get enough money to buy a few tickets to go see Egyptian Hip Hop.mmm, got to get my bioliogy done, and watch This is England '86 now. The style in it is pretty damn insane. Plus, Harvey is a total babe. Panda xo

Blew through me like bullet holes

2010-09-27T09:13:00.000-07:00

Jeremy Scott S/S '11

It's been too long since - I've done a post, so sorry. I'm back posting though tomorrow night, Panda xo

She'll make a monkey outta me

2010-09-21T12:19:00.000-07:00

Wearing: Shirt - H&M, Skirt - Thrifted, Boots - Primark, Sweater - AA

Designers - Jeremey Laing, Meadham Kirchhoff, Mark Fast

So! It's the long awaited outfit post, and though I'd throw in my favorite s/s '11 collections as well. I was pretty disspaointed with the a/w '10 shows. I just found them...a little...boring. Thank god for Spring and Summer though. To start with, Mark Fast really impressed me with his gorgeous, and infamous knit dresses. The best, I thought were the gorgeous black designs, including the high waist leggings and bralet. The trademark crochet style of his open stitch fabric, plus the sweeping swathes of fringing really made him stand out to me. Plus I would kill to be able to pull off one of the numerous low cut styles that glided down the catwalk. The second designer that really caught my eye was Jeremy Laing. Although he's not very well known, his simple statement pieces were all sharp lines, geometric figures, and a stark palette. The pieces were stunningly simple - ideal for layering, or mixing and matching. My favorite items of his were the leather tee shirts - a hard thing to pull off - and the flowing maxi dresses. The last designer, Meadham Kirchoff really made an impact. Firstly, his incredible catwalk filled with pink and purple plants, mixed with the models crazy manic panic hair impressed me the most. The designers, Ed Meadham and Ben Kirchhoff, stated that their designs were influenced by grunge, and most promidently, Courtney Love. They attacked feminine shapes and fabrics and turned them into darker, wearable, and a whole lot edgier. What were your favorite shows? I'd love to hear, so email me or comment or formspring! Oh and major thank you to all my new followers. Your all lovely! Panda xo

I'm a satellite heart

2010-09-19T07:35:00.000-07:00

From top to bottom : Happy birthday Jez/ Doone and Sophies insane camera/ Getting ready/ The electric cinema/ Smoke shot 1/ Smoke shot 2/ New tattoo.

I just had the most insane weekend ever. It was Jezebels birthday weekend - and trust me, it was awesome. I can't describe everything in words, so I decided to do a monster pictures post. I took around 200 in the time period of 48 hours. Oh, and I got the worst head rush in the WORLD with Doone. Crazy shit. We went to the Electric Cinema, Ate amazing food, laughed, went a little crazy.... Plus -- I finally managed to do my second ink and needle tattoo. It took so long, but at least i did it properly. It's all savalon-ed up now with a plaster, but hopefully it'll be fully healed by tomorrow. It's a tiny little anchor on my arm, something that will make me smile when i look down on it. Oh, and for all the emails about the vlog, it will be up soon, as well as a brand new outfit post for next time. Now i'm gonna finish of art homework and go watch 'The hard times of R.J Berger'. Is it wrong that fancy the shit out of him? Panda xo

You be the artist, and make me outta clay

2010-09-08T09:31:00.000-07:00

It's been a few posts since I've done an outfit or photo diary post, so this is pretty much a mixture of the two! Lifes been pretty boring atm really, just school work and homework, but I went to a very exciting event! I was invited to 'FASHION WIZARDS' show. I was a VIP which was pretty bad-ass, and it was rad seeing all my friends there that I'd met thru the show. Izzy, Your work was incredible. The final four collections were breathtaking, and my god, one of those models was a stunner. Think Ash Stymest, but younger, and with curls. Thanks for the gradually growing follower's, I love hearing from you guys! I'm excited for when we hit 500! Nearly there! Now, I'm going to check out that new show This is England '86. See Y'all! Panda xo

Tear my teeth across your chest

2010-09-05T05:30:00.000-07:00

How much of a gorgeous bunch are these guys? Plus the photography is amazing in LOVE, it always is. I love the photo story with Agyness Dean in - The photos are startlingly raw. Oh and I'm ill. Which consists of me lying on my bed watching peep show on my laptop for hours on end. BUT the good news is I've got my new little kitty, messi! He is so adorable, and he's asleep on me atm. This weekened we had a picnic in the park and went clothes stalking in Urban Outfiitters. I bought an awesome cross tee shirt to show you soon! I didn't get to see Scott Pilgrim though.

Young brides are skinny and tall

2010-09-03T11:12:00.000-07:00

H&M Khaki Shirt

Thrifted Industrial DM's

'Bitten Berry' Collection 21 Lipstick

Schools out for the weekend. I'm going to see Scott Pilgrim tomorrow with some friends - Micheal Cera is a total babe! Getting my kitty on Monday, and I promise I'll do a better post on my room or LOVE's new issue next, The photography is totally beautiful. Off to do some art coursework now, and work on my maths. Panda xo

In a dream i was a werewolf

2010-09-01T06:50:00.000-07:00

Hey - Sorry! I'm a little late at doing a new post, but It's school tomorrow! eeek! That time of year when millions of sunkissed blissful kids return to their grouchy moody selves with the mention of 'school'. Oh happy day! The only thing that is worth the new school year are the back to school frenzies around shops. I spent 20 pounds in westfield onschool stuff alone, as well as buying new skirts for my dress code. What are you all up to before school starts? Oh, and IM GETTING A KITTEN! He's my friend Bonnie's cats kitten, and hes featured on my blog a few times if you scroll down... So exciting, non? Sorry for the very short update, but I'm so busy! Follow/Formspring/Comment!

Cigarette Burns

2010-08-24T07:01:00.000-07:00

Sheer shirt - H&M

Black mens t-shirt (underneith) - H&M

Jeans - My Cousins

Peter Pan Boots - Car Boot Sale

Hey Guys! So i'm in London for two day before i'm off again to see my friend. I'm gonna just go to Camden i guess, and chill. I've found 4 more film cameras as well, so I might take one around with me today and tomorrow and snap a few shots. :) All I want to do now is lie on my bed with mumford and sons on repeat but I'll post again soon, and Thanks to my new followers! We're slowly climbing up to 500.... Oh, and remember to : FORMSPRING/FOLLOW/COMMENT!

Scheduled Post : 02

2010-08-20T15:23:00.000-07:00

I LOVE CREEPERS.I LOVE CREEPERS.I LOVE CREEPERS.

I seriously can't get over how gorgeous they are. I already own a pair of modern style ones, but my gaaad i would love an 'old school style' pair. Who else like's em? Hands Up! I'm thinking of giving a pair away when i reach 500...