WEAPON + JEWELRY

Nasty Gal's Carlsbad Knuckl Buster ring.

Self defense meets accessory.
Now you can fight off creeps and look good while doing so.
I'd say it's a win, win.

F.I.T.S

Currently Listening To "Victory" By N.E.R.D
http://www.myspace.com/nerdofficial

I ♥ FAKE

Some favorite images from I Love Fake Magazine.

I seriously could sit and look through this mag for hours; i just love the imagery.

I like that it's not over done or trying too hard to be edgy or different.

 It's just a great compilation of raw, original, and real fashion editorial spreads.

A rare commodity in the fashion industry now a days.

Oooh indie mags *sighs*

F.I.T.S

Currently Listening To "Say My Name" By Holy Ghost!
http://www.myspace.com/holyghostnyc

TAMING THE BEAST

 {Images via: Simmy (Elesha)}

• Blazer: Gift, diy self studded
• Jacquard Infiniti Scarf: Self made on Jacquard loom, self sewn
• Cocroach Earrings: Girl props
• Leopard Print Maxi Dress: H&M
• Black Dress: (underneath) Thrifted in Philly
• Heals: Iron Spine diy Dolce Vida
• Thin Black Belt: Christian Dior Homme, Thrifted in Philly
• Suitcases: 
1. Blue: Will Vintage
2. Wood: Thrifted in New Zealand
3. Black: Yard sale

xoxxx

F.I.T.S

Currently listening to, "My Parents Lied" by, The Static Jacks

THAT'S NOT MY NAME

{Images and artwork via: Simmy, Textile Design Banner via: Philadelphia Universty}

Many if not all of you know me, Siminetta, as Simmy.  As it turns out that happens to be my pen name which is derived from my actual last name Casimir.  My full name is Elesha Casimir; I am a freelance textile designer, artist, blogger, and model.  I studied textile design with an interest in fashion at Philadelphia University. In December 2010 (this month!) I graduated with a bachelor of science degree in textile design. If you happen to be searching for any of my art on the web or you want to contact me specifically about my work you can email me at:

 EleshaCasimir@gmail.com or visit my website --> Elesha Casimir

Recently our dear friend Isaiah from Dapper Deacon featured some of my work on his blog.  Get inspired, and please do  take a peek!

xox

Simmy of F.I.T.S

Currently listening to, "Go or Go Ahead" by, (my favorite artist) Rufus Wainwright

IRON SPINE (D.I.Y.)

{Images and materials via: Simmy}

Materials

• Black Heels (I snagged my Dolce Vida pumps on Kembrel.com for a fraction of the origInal price. Kembrel's online store is similar to Gilt Groupe, designer items marked way down).
• Black Quilters Thread
• Needle
• Scissors
• Industrial Hot Glue Gun
• All Purpose Clear Glue Stick
• Black Leather Strip (1" wide x 10" high)
• Screw Back Studs

Directions 

• Apply metal screw back studs to black leather strip.  Apply vertically with each stud being about 1/2 inch distance apart from each other.
• Use industrial glue gun (loaded with all purpose clear glue stick) to apply the studded black leather strip to the back of the black heels. (That's a tongue twister!)
• Once the strip has been applied to the heel there should be approximately 4 inches in excess material.
• Fold the extra material over so that there is a loop. You can either sew the remaining leather strip together or glue it. (Sewing it makes the piece malleable while gluing it gives the studded leather piece a structured appearance) Zee choice is yours.

Get creative. Enjoy.

xx

F.I.T.S

Currently listening to, "Still" by, jj

SALTY PEPPERED ROACHES

 {Images and artwork via: Simmy}

Fur Shawl: Gift

Gray Shirt: Dad's old tee

Skirt: Constructed from

                                -American Apparel Sweater Shawl

                          -Pinapple Print Frock, Thrifted

                  -White Petticoat, Thrifted

Leopard Tights: See You On Monday

Black Heels: Cynthia Rowley

Cockroach Earrings: Girlprops

Studded Belt: Dumpster dive find

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F.I.T.S

Currently listening to,"I Think That It Is Beautiful That You Are 256 Colors Too" by, Black Moth Super Rainbow

CHRISTMAS COCKTAIL

{Image via: MuyBeunoCookbook, Photography by: Jeanine Thurston}

Mmm vanilla peppermint martinis, festive cocktails are a must for every holiday celebration!

Enjoy!

Ingredients*

• Candy canes
• 2 1/2 ounces vanilla vodka
• 1 ounce peppermint schnapps
• Lime
• Fresh mint
• Ice

 Directions*

• Crush your choice of candy canes to rim the martini glasses. If you don’t want to rim with crushed candy canes then just dangle a miniature candy cane on the rim of each glass.
• Chill the martini glasses by filling with crushed ice and cold water.
• Remove the water and ice from martini glasses. Wet glass rim with lime wedge and coat with crushed candy canes.
• Pour vodka and schnapps in a shaker over crushed ice and shake well.
• Strain peppermint martini into glass and add mint sprig.
• Your guests will love these festive drinks.

 *(Recipe courtesy of Muy Beuno Cookbook)

Happy Holidays xx 

F.I.T.S

Currently listening to, "Breaking" by, Seeing Suge

MOTEL 6

 {Images via: Simmy, Polaroid via: Flikr}

Black Hat: Thrifted in Philly

Fur Coat: Thrifted in London

Black Maxi Dress: American Apparel

Horseshoe Necklace w/Feathers and Felted Wool: Punk Rock Flea Market

x

F.I.T.S

Currently listening to, "Plantlife" by, Autolux

INSPIRATION

{Media via: the FETE and LipstickTrace}

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F.I.T.S 

MICHELLE HARPER

 {Images via: SusanTabak}

 Michelle Harper, STYLE ICON!!!  Everything about her is wonderful, such fashion sense is rare.  I'd love to raid her closet. 

x

F.I.T.S

Currently listening to, "6669 (I Don't Know If You Know)" by, White Hinterland



YAZBUKEY

{Image via: Yazbukey}

I was introduced to the accessories brand Yazbukey when I saw style icon Michelle Harper wearing some of their pieces during Paris fashion week this past season.  The kitschy accessories line was started by two sisters Yaz and Emel.  The idea for the brand began with their desire to embellish a black dress.

x

F.I.T.S

Currently listening to, "Voice Of An Old Friend (Summer Camp Bedford Falls remix)" by, Active Child

GO FORK YOURSELF

(Image via: Girlprops.com)

From cutlery earrings to knock off Chanel sunglasses to enormous dice rings Girl props is the place to go for kitschy jewelry.  Delicious.

x

F.I.T.S

Currently listening to, "Texico Bitches" by, The Broken Social Scene (Star Slinger Remix)

JUMP, JIVE

Dreamy boys in the new JIVE JIVE JIVE video on StyleCaster.

Swoon ladies, SWOON.

F.I.T.S

SHE'S BOMB

JAZZI McG.

Great style, she's super cute and definitley one of my top favorite bloggers on the interweb.

Check her out here.

F.I.T.S

Currently Listening To "Bermuda" By Kisses

http://www.myspace.com/blowkissess

TRAIN HOPPERS

 {Inspiration board and Jacquard fabric via: Simmy Mere of F.I.T.S}

 This semester I collaborated with a fashion designer to develop a Jacquard fabric for her collection inspired by train hoppers.  The motifs within the Jacquard were drawn from antique Septa railroad maps.  The fiber type consists of 50 % wool and 50% cotton for warmth.  To achieve the strong structural look (see above) I constructed a tri-pick, tissue pick.  This construction not only allows for upholstery weighted fabric but also for the fresh, occasional pop of color (which can be seen in the burgundy dots which represent individual destinations).   I look forward to working with more fashion designers in the future.  I'm always up for a good challenge!

x

Simmy of F.I.T.S

Currently listening to, "Big Lost" by, Diplo

TROLL TREASURES

Remember Trolls?  The 90s was the BEST decade to grow up in for strange kids like us.

Sweater: Fascination New York

Ring: Handmade by Soraya

Earing: Handmade by Simmy

x

F.I.T.S

Currently listening to, "Shake a Fist" by, Hot Chip

PUNK ROCK FLEA MARKET 2010

{Images via: R5 Productions and Fly Girls}

Punk Rock Flea Market is an event unique to Philadelphia that started a couple years back. This year the flea market has grown to accommodate 200+ tables of vendors selling old records, clothes, art, music, food, bicycles, instruments, automobiles, posters and much much more! All proceeds went to making sure that all ages shows remains a reality at the First Unitarian Church and other all ages venues. It was pretty awesome to donate to a good cause and have an awesome shopping experience simultaneously! Look for the return of the flea market Summer 2011.

 X

F.I.T.S

Currently listening to, "Can't Stop Now (Armor Love Remix)" by, Major Lazer & La Roux