Anything Gauche » fashion

Into the West: Cowboy Boots

Trish — Sat, 25 Apr 2009 04:30:49 +0000

Cowboy boots! I love them! My favorite are the rugged, no-nonsense, no-frills kind — the kind that only look better the more dirt you get on them.

Though I can’t say I haven’t been tempted to get a pair with fun colorful patterns.

Especially when there are so many to choose from…

. . .

The cowboy boots of the future?

Not sure I have enough Barbarella in me for these…

{Point of Reference}

Maneaters: El Matador

Trish — Tue, 17 Mar 2009 04:18:13 +0000

Let me be clear about this: I do not condone bullfighting. I think it is a cruel, barbaric,and unnecessary sport. I fully support PETA’s campaign in Europe to end it.

I am, however, fascinated by the grace and glamour of the matador and can understand how Manet and Hemingway were inspired by them.

To see them move in the ring must be like the watching a ballet (I’ve never actually seen a bullfight). And their attire is far more ornate and beautiful than the tutu.

It’s no wonder the matador jacket and cape have continually influenced fashion designers.

{Point of reference}