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Fake Leather Got You Covered!

Published on 2012-05-12 09:51:09

I love the leather look so much. I’ts edgy, rock, punk, aggressive. It can be sweet, charming, all at the same time. It looks good almost on very body shape, and it adds something to your look, whenever or whatever you use it! Leather looking accessories are amazing: bags, belts, shoes, collars, earrings, bracelets. You [...] > read more

Take a closer look to Alexander McQ fashion shows

Published on 2012-05-02 19:31:58

I usually don’t lose too much time about catwalks, shows, backstages and such because I think there are already many sites and sources dwelling about these things. But I can’t pretend these pictures haven’t crossed my lurking just a few hours ago. We all love fashion shows, especially if it comes from a genius lineage [...] > read more

We were dreaming about it for a long time!

Published on 2012-04-30 18:41:21

Summer! It is coming at least! I start to perceive the sun on my skin, the rain is starting to go away, and the wind is not freezing as usual. So, of course we need some proper swimwear for the holidays! Apart from my two (or three, or four aehm…) black bikinis, I need something [...] > read more

Be the first to spot the value: London Alternative Fashion Week 2012

Published on 2012-04-24 20:11:17

When I first heard about it I was very curious… could it be that someone was using the word alternative the same way that I do? Yes it could. London Alternative Fashion Week is exactly everything that I mean when I use the word “alternative”. It means ideas, it means not mainsteam concepts (well, not [...] > read more

Bizarre Monday presents: Crazy About Fringes?

Published on 2012-04-23 06:05:26

This is another fashion trend I’m guilty of: fringes. When they first came out two or three years ago, and a friend of mine used to say “Fringes are the future!” I was like: “Ehrr…no?!?”. I thought they were too cowboy-like and not so pretty at all. Back then. Now I’m starting to go crazy [...] > read more

It’s that time of the year…

Published on 2012-04-17 08:09:14

…when we all want to change our hair! Isn’t it true? The cold is slowly going away, the sun is shining longer and longer, you make long walks in the park… How do you feel about your hair? I’m always looking for a way to change it anyway, but at this time of the year [...] > read more

Bizarre Monday: would you wear tentacles in your hair?

Published on 2012-04-16 19:16:36

I definitely would. I’m kinda addicted to this hair pin/brooch actually! It’s so elegant, wonderful, so octopus! It would add something to any outfit and it would look good on any colour and hair style! I love it! You can find different kind of octopus on Steampunk Couture, a talented Etsy’s artist. And you can [...] > read more

A trend you cannot escape from

Published on 2012-04-13 07:48:59

Do you realize that until a couple of months ago we were all for colour block, statement colours, fluo colours and so on? And do you realize that now it looks like only pastel colours are allowed, and God forbid who wears black? Here I come to state that I’m against pastel colurs, I’ve always [...] > read more

We have a winner!

Published on 2012-04-10 20:35:23

We have a winner for the Glitter Hell giveaway ended last Saturday! via Random.org: And here is what she chose as her favourite item: will it be her prize of choice, too? > read more

Bizarre Monday – Would you strut like a peacock?

Published on 2012-04-09 09:30:39

Would you wear these shoes and strut like a peacock on the streets? In a good way of course? I’d definitely would! They are AWESOME! > read more

Dr Martens: one brand, a thousand faces!

Published on 2012-04-07 09:32:30

Dr Martens – nms- also known as Doctor Martens, Doc Martens, Docs or DMs. If you can read this article, chances are that you own, or at least have owned a pair of legendary Dr Martens in your life (especially in your ’90s teenage!) Many subcultures have been wearing these boots, from the middle-class workers [...] > read more

Win a design of your choice: Glitter Hell.com Giveaway!

Published on 2012-03-28 19:47:17

You know you were waiting for another awesome giveaway! This time styleBizarre teamed up with Glitterhell, which creates amazing “Prettysatan glitterhell kawaii shit“, in their words! The formula is always the same, and we all love it: choose any item from the shop, post the link in a comment, give me a nice like and [...] > read more

Bizarre Monday: would you wear this?

Published on 2012-03-26 20:10:32

It’s Monday, here we go! Today I’ll show you something that could be worn, but it’s not actually clothing… Would you wear these masks? I found them a bit creepy, interesting and creative! Had you aver thought about making masks out of the pile of Vogues you have under your bed? No? Me neither! But [...] > read more

Top 4 chances to win a brand new Spring wardrobe!

Published on 2012-03-20 10:33:28

Spring is coming and the competitions are blooming all over the internet! I was lurking around yesterday, and it looks like that almost every shop online has its competition going on. I picked some up, starting from the funniest and more engaging ever! Nasty Gal x Mink Pink How to: Just create a board named “Nasty [...] > read more

Bizarre Monday: would you wear this?

Published on 2012-03-19 13:00:18

Sometimes I bump into stuff that makes me think: “Oh MYY it’s sooo genius it’s ridiculous!!” That’s the styleBizarre mood, attitude and purpose: showing off precious accessories and clothing, precious because what you wear can really say a lot about you, without you even saying a word. This new blog-date is every Monday, with some [...] > read more

Fashion shows? I’d rather go dancing!

Published on 2012-03-18 19:24:26

Have you ever wondered why when brand define something “sportswear“, it probably has nothing to do with sport itself? Most of brands don’t have a proper sport line, I mean stuff you can actually wear to do sport. The sport garments are usually called active wear: as if it wasn’t confusing and hard enough! I [...] > read more

5 easy ways to live your life and save your privacy!

Published on 2012-03-04 09:24:01

Sometimes I wonder if it’s right. Feeling sorry for your life not because of itself, but because you don’t have anything to share on a blog, or on a random social media profile. Sometimes I wonder if it’s right to share every little thing that happen to us. You have not thought of something that [...] > read more

Ready to Apply F/W 2012

Published on 2012-02-29 19:20:28

Have you seen many astonishing works of make-up artistry in these fashion weeks? Me? No, I haven’t. But I have to make some remarks on a couple of shows that I particularly loved, and with nice/funny/weird/beautiful make-up finds! Frankie Morello decided to go for the grunge/punk-rock girl, with a matching make-up: a square shape drawn [...] > read more

And the winner is…

Published on 2012-02-07 20:01:29

Oksana! She now has the right to choose anything from So you think you can rock? Etsy shop! Good luck with your shopping! And thanks to everyone who entered the contest! � > read more

Can’t wait for Fashion Week? Then: My Pre Fall 2012 Picks!

Published on 2012-01-25 11:52:41

Anyone else been drooling over the pre fall 2012 collections? With a contrast between crisp and tailored and soft and feminine, as well as retro touches, equestrian motifs, and fur embellishments, this year’s pre fall seasonlet is hitting on all the trends I’m currently loving. And for those who may not follow runway news as [...] > read more

The dreaded Puffer Coat: Styling suggestions!

Published on 2012-01-21 14:03:04

It always comes: that time of the year when the dreaded puffer jacket is needed! There’s no woman on Earth who looks good in those Devil’s tools, and there’s no woman on Earth who doesn’t feel desperate when it comes to match a puffer coat with the rest of her outfit! “Will I wear heels [...] > read more

[CLOSED] End of Sales | GIVEAWAY #2

Published on 2012-01-20 12:03:32

I am happy to announce the second giveaway hosted on styleBizarre! I am here to console you for the ending sales: if you didn’t manage to grab what you so long wished for, or WORST, you didn’t find anything good for you or that you liked…. Enter this End of Sales Giveaway to cheer you [...] > read more

My favourite spots in London #1

Published on 2012-01-11 09:21:14

Did you think you could escape this kind of posts once I’ve moved in this town?? Of course not! Being chillin’ around in the first days of my new London life, I discovered new places (ok, it was all new to me, so this doesn’t count) and I really wish to share them with you! [...] > read more

Alexander McQueen lives on in his jewellery

Published on 2012-01-07 10:02:44

McQueen dresses express all of his genius and great knowledge in cut, patterns and fabric: but jewellery is a field in which he knew how to gain and keep fan’s hearts, and something with he’s always made the most out of his brand’s income! He knew how to bring in a fine art such as [...] > read more

I LOVE SHOPPING: OUTSIDER THOUGHTS ABOUT SALES

Published on 2012-01-06 17:15:46

Since I am working part-time in a famous high street shop here in London, I have been able to analyse from a close point of view the behaviour of the average customer. I see what people buy most, and what people completely ignore, what people check always out and leave on the table, and what [...] > read more

See the best of all possible worlds: how to choose the right eyewear!

Published on 2011-12-29 05:22:01

Since the Winter’s Solstice has already gone, we are facing the days getting longer, and with days the sunlight. How are you dealing with it? I firmly believe that owning the right pair of sunglasses is the most important thing when going out on the streets: the only things that compares in importance are coat [...] > read more

You are the Armani Dancing Queen, young and sweet!

Published on 2011-12-23 07:42:58

See that girl, watch that scene, diggin’ the Armani Dancing Queen! SEQUINS check! Little black dresses that shines in all their Armani class and elegance, with a glimpse! BLACK LEATHER check! Leather- looking polyester skinny trousers to be the toughest girl in the scene, cut with the long Armani pattern cutting experience. And it’s vegan [...] > read more

It’s not Winter if you don’t…

Published on 2011-12-19 07:07:18

It’s not Winter if don’t have one of these MUST HAVEs of the season! Fashion is spinning over my head a bit too much lately! I feel like I’m not able to keep track of all the runaway shows, all the collections, all the new designers…. it’s a hard work! I bet you all noticed [...] > read more

This kept me away from blogging.

Published on 2011-06-29 14:18:30

Work, work and work. And then, this! Walking through Narnia to reach a blue and green paradise! Just three hours by car, just two days to taste what I call freedom (and that means holidays… or unemployment, since I’m a freelance haha!). I > read more

Jesus Died in Las Vegas

Published on 2011-06-19 18:24:36

I’ve just spent a relaxing weekend with friends, concerts and markets! I didn’t think about work, and I did it on purpose. Ohh ok I thought about it just a bit, but I didn’t move a finger about anything work-related. It just cannot > read more

Of heirlooms and such

Published on 2011-06-18 09:51:18

I love tasks. When they’re pleasant, of course! This week on IFB we’re talking about precious things: precious to our hearts, not to our wallets. I’ve just read the first two posts added to the “task’s page”, and I > read more

Gotta Love Social: Week #2!

Published on 2011-06-09 15:10:29

Thursdays comes so fast I nearly forgot it! (Shhhh… no one noticed I actually forgot Gotta Love Social last week!) So, here we are, and click on the clouds to go the sites! Let’s start with something useful: this is where the owner of Fre > read more

A rock baroque opera for Vivienne Westwood

Published on 2011-06-07 13:51:12

Why did I used to love Ma’am Westwood in my early fashion passionate days is a question that’s often recurring in my mind. I wonder, how can people still love this old weird lady whose works are full of redundancy and obvious youth nostal > read more

The Recessionista’s Army has come to get you!

Published on 2011-06-05 13:41:24

It’s not like we don’t love designers, brands, luxury vintage and so on… The fact is that in those times, it looks like selfishness and foolishness spending so much money about clothes and accessories. Oh well, I do anyway, but with > read more

It’s Guest Post-a-turday: How to color block with elegance

Published on 2011-06-04 05:57:32

N.d. Vivian: I’m glad to host a guest post by the wonderful Maya; she keeps a blog all about colors, and what else if not a guest post about color blocking? Enjoy her smart writing style and keep in mind her suggestions! � My name is Maya, > read more

Illustration: a step ahead of fashion

Published on 2011-06-02 15:13:07

ATTENTION! IMAGE HEAVY POST. Fashion has always been about colours, lines and dreams. It has always been about how an artist rendered something he saw in his mind, about how it made the majority of people look beyond what they saw. This is way the &# > read more

Gotta Love Social: Week #1!

Published on 2011-05-26 11:55:03

Links I love from social network-sphere! Hello and welcome to the new weekly appointment with Stylebizarre! I will post one or two links from each social network I am part of; of course it will be stuff I loved very much, inspiring stuff, and interes > read more

If you’re a fool, wear yellow!

Published on 2011-05-23 05:08:44

I must admit it: I’m hooked on yellow. It’s been a couple of years, everything started from wanting my room yellow. I’ve never had it, and the yellow disease grew up until now, the moment where I consider yellow a suitable colour fo > read more

What to do when your dream job is killing you

Published on 2011-05-18 06:02:24

Rage, fear, stress. You’re doing what you’ve studied for, but you can’t keep up with the amount of work, with the lake of spare time. Your survival instinct is telling you something. It’s yelling at you. So, how to behave when > read more

How a picture of yourself will take you to the top

Published on 2011-05-03 19:13:31

This is something really controversial, something every lifestyle and fashion blogger thought about at least once in its career. Have you ever wondered why blogs with photos of the writer make great numbers? Even if you think that the owner is not so > read more

It’s Guest Post-a-turday! We’re addicted to drugs.

Published on 2011-04-30 08:05:49

A little introduction: I asked for some guest posts on a site that offers and asks for guest posts for various kind of blogs; Wendy answered back to me with this post about drugs in fashion industry. This is something I would have liked to talk about > read more

The “STATEMENT” look: a way to stand out!

Published on 2011-04-23 12:19:52

There were periods in time when it actually made sense to dress strange or carry huge tattoos to yell to the world who you were. I kind of feel that those times have come to an end. Nowadays everyone is a walking statement, and when you look at a gir > read more

Spring is blooming, and so are you!

Published on 2011-04-06 04:42:04

Here we are, the sun is sparkly shining and Spring has finally arrived! This year fashion knew it before flowers: the color block mania’s broken before any flower blooming. When fashionistas need colour, we know warmer days are coming! For me, > read more

ATTENTION PLEASE! Moving to hosted blog!

Published on 2011-03-27 17:24:00

I'm moving this blog to Wordpress so it's gonna be down for some days! If you wish to read my blog, check the blogspot address:www.stylebizarre.blogspot.comThank you so much, and wish me a nice transition! I will take everything with me, domain > read more

Do fashion bloggers care of something more than clothes?

Published on 2011-03-25 21:27:00

First of all, thanks for including me in this week’s “Links à la mode”! I really appreciate the theme of this week, and the really good content involved in it! Only a thing… With so much going on in the world, the Japan earth > read more

Do fashion bloggers care of something more than clothes?

Published on 2011-03-25 20:27:00

First of all, thanks for including me in this week's "Links à la mode"! I really appreciate the theme of this week, and the really good content involved in it! Only a thing...With so much going on in the world, the Japan earthquake, the upheaval in > read more

Beware of what you wear!

Published on 2011-03-20 15:29:00

Are you paying attention to the symbols in your wardrobe? I can remember my "cyber" days, when I wore symbols like nuclear and biohazard without a reason, and absolute no conscience about the meaning of it. It came to my mind only lately: I'm re > read more

Do I have nothing to say ’cause I have nothing to see?

Published on 2011-03-12 09:22:00

Since our life gets harder and faster, we tend to go on like blindfolded horses. We do the necessary, we have the minimum fun. That’s just unfair, and that’s the first thing we should rebel against.We should never give up doing the things > read more

Do I have nothing to say 'cause I have nothing to see?

Published on 2011-03-12 08:22:00

Since our life gets harder and faster, we tend to go on like blindfolded horses. We do the necessary, we have the minimum fun. That's just unfair, and that's the first thing we should rebel against.We should never give up doing the things we really e > read more

Breaking the blogging impasse: things that made me go bananas!

Published on 2011-03-06 07:54:00

… yes, it happened!I went through a huge blogging impasse lately! But I’ll just pretend nothing happened! In this last month I’ve been through work, work and work, and some more work! I’m assisting costume designer in a sitcom > read more

Breaking the blogging impasse: things that made me go bananas!

Published on 2011-03-06 06:54:00

... yes, it happened!I went through a huge blogging impasse lately! But I'll just pretend nothing happened!In this last month I've been through work, work and work, and some more work! I'm assisting costume designer in a sitcom, and I'm taking care o > read more

Color Wars: How 90′s prevented us from living in colours

Published on 2011-02-11 12:38:00

That’s what one of my teachers in my academy used to say. He said that we are a black&white; generation. In theory, I do agree with him; I can tell it just looking at myself or looking at all the designers that are succeeding right now with the > read more

Color Wars: How 90's prevented us from living in colours

Published on 2011-02-11 11:38:00

That's what one of my teachers in my academy used to say. He said that we are a black&white generation. In theory, I do agree with him; I can tell it just looking at myself or looking at all the designers that are succeeding right now with their > read more

styleBizarre is leaving its track...

Published on 2011-02-09 16:06:00

... and it's ready to get off the ground!I'm sorry for this lack of updates last month, but I'm not sleeping awake dear followers! styleBizarre is changing its shape, and it's going from generic fashion to opinion's column.Yes.It's going to be m > read more

I want to be a painter, so figures can’t move once created!

Published on 2011-02-05 05:25:00

Do you remember the short movie I told you about? Here it is! It had a little success actually, since it was part of: A new trilogy is added to the perFiducia film project established in collaboration with Intesa SanPaolo (a bank; ed. Vivian) and dev > read more

I want to be a painter, so figures can't move once created!

Published on 2011-02-05 04:25:00

Do you remember the short movie I told you about? Here it is! It had a little success actually, since it was part of:A new trilogy is added to the perFiducia film project established in collaboration with Intesa SanPaolo (a bank; ed. Vivian) and deve > read more

Bamboo: the new cotton is conquering the market!

Published on 2011-01-29 10:32:00

Have you ever read about the fabric made out of bamboo plants? I did, and I’m truly curious about that. It’s really hard to find in my country, so I’m about to order some online as soon as possible. This bamboo fabric seems to have > read more

Bamboo: the new cotton is conquering the market!

Published on 2011-01-29 09:32:00

Have you ever read about the fabric made out of bamboo plants? I did, and I'm truly curious about that. It's really hard to find in my country, so I'm about to order some online as soon as possible. This bamboo fabric seems to have all the characteri > read more

What Would Effy Wear? – Get the style of Kaya Scodelario

Published on 2011-01-27 02:00:00

In this last week there has been a lot of fuss about Skins USA, which obviously cannot compare to the original UK version. Did you like Skins UK? If yes, you sure know this actress, Kaya Scodelario, in the show she’s Effy Stonem. I personally l > read more

What Would Effy Wear? - Get the style of Kaya Scodelario

Published on 2011-01-27 01:00:00

In this last week there has been a lot of fuss about Skins USA, which obviously cannot compare to the original UK version. Did you like Skins UK? If yes, you sure know this actress, Kaya Scodelario, in the show she's Effy Stonem. I personally loved h > read more

How I survived fashion school and why it has been a lifelong learning

Published on 2011-01-25 16:42:00

Everyone talks about what school to choose, if it's better studying abroad, academy or university? But no one tells you how you will come out (alive) of this experience.Talking to a fashion student would probably lead you to the conclusion that it's > read more

A fabula storybook: Cunene show us her dreams

Published on 2011-01-22 07:45:00

Looking at Cunene's works is like stepping right into her fairylike world, sparkling with retro accessories and starry-eyed models. What striked me most about her is that she covers all sides of her work: she is a photographer, a make-up artist, a po > read more

How to organize a closet: my version of the story!

Published on 2011-01-21 01:00:00

We really have our wardrobe at heart, and like to spend so much time looking at it, deciding that it needs more stuff, thinking about how to make it better. I do, you do. In this post I want to collect some comments you made here, and share with you > read more

Tribal inspiration, Four elements: the 2011 calendar.

Published on 2011-01-17 13:55:00

Last September I styled this calendar for Paolo Del Frate photographer. I don't know why I, as a stylist, always end up working with nude photographers. I should ask myself some questions! Haha!By the way, I really had fun doing this: the photographe > read more

My office is full of clothes!

Published on 2011-01-14 17:42:00

Click on the polaroids to see pictures in a decent size!If you've been following me for a while you should aready know about my job, if not, I'm a costume designer assistant, and I'm currently working in a tv show.I've been working for a week now, an > read more

Restyle your closet: a "new wardrobe" resources list!

Published on 2011-01-13 14:39:00

With the New Year that has just came in, I think that the current topic of fashionistas is "how to restyle your wardrobe". All of us want breath of fresh air in our closet, and we're always struggling to find the perfect item, the most suitable outfi > read more

Three 2011 Summer Trends for Three Life Stages: new born, becoming apparent, fading out.

Published on 2011-01-11 19:15:00

While we are drowned by as many trends as designers in catwalk's crazy world, three of them sticked to my mind. Less is more.We are all evolving in a "minimal" direction: plain colours, wide surfaces, less stitching, black, white, grey. Fabrics > read more

This is not fashion, this is procrastination! Recognize and fight the "later" syndrome.

Published on 2011-01-09 04:00:00

"I'll be tidy when I'll own a larger house, I'll quit smoking when I'll want to, I'll go to the gym in September, I'll wash the dishes later, I'll write that complicated post tomorrow..." How many times did you find yourself saying those words? > read more

The importance of seeing things from different points of view: FBFF

Published on 2011-01-07 08:51:00

The questions of this week, created by the talented Katy Rose from Modly Chic, are really really interesting! I couldn't answer all the December ones because I was on a messy period, but now I'll keep back in track!Here the questions!1. Have you ever > read more

Who wears heels on New Year's Eve...

Published on 2011-01-06 20:14:00

...wears heels all year!In the end my dear friend photographer sent me the pictures out! We went dinner to a friend of our's home... It's needless to say I adore her house: most of the furniture is hot pink, and her bed is black brocade. I also loved > read more

Baldovino Barani: the sickest fashion photographer in town!

Published on 2011-01-04 15:32:00

When I first looked at a photo by him, by accident, my heart stopped for a second. I absolutely love when glamour is mixed up with morbid, mischievious and a bit of "sick" mind.That's what this stunning photographer does: he takes the taller, most sk > read more

Top Ten Alternative Fashion Blogs: an ever growing list of original style resources!

Published on 2011-01-02 18:08:00

Are you looking for a comprehensive list of the best alternative fashion blogs out there? I'm listing my favourites, and of course the one that in my opinion deserve to be shared! Most of them are more "obscure" that generally alternative, and they f > read more

New Year's Eve Party: what to wear? Last minute rescue looks!

Published on 2010-12-31 08:25:00

PANIC! Last day of the year has arrived, and we have a party in a few hours, OH MY GOD, what are we going to wear for our New Year's Party?Of course I haven't decided myself yet, so I'm writing this post to help myself organizing my mind too.Let's st > read more