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{PHOTOBLAST} Do What Thou Wilt . . . [ 11.15.13 / Vintage Photographic Inspiration]
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Famous lines spoken by this century’s supreme occultist and libertarian muse, Aleister Crowley. It expresses the very nature of living which is to indulge in one’s senses, and even become one with one’s vices to create a total engagement with oneself that is far apart from self criticism, judgement, or nagging conflict.
It’s a pervasively positive outlook on life, really; one that begs you to be free. The most unique thing you can be, really, is yourself, and no God or society should hold that against you. It’s your right.
It is a philosophy embraced by millions around the world, and a magic realist way of living that has influenced countless art forms in the last century; most especially music, with Crowley being a inspiration to The Beatles’ Sgt Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club Band, Led Zeppelin, The Doors, and countless numbers of heavy metal rock groups.
It’s a doctrine as old as time itself, really, and with the re-release of Crowley’s Original Wax Recordings by Mr. Suit we felt it to be the perfect inspiration for a little vintage photographic inspiration- {PHOTOBLAST}, as we like to call it here, at The Eye of Faith.
After all, it’s been a long while since we’ve featured one of our timeless collages of vintage musings on the site, and just thought- you know what, you guys are worth it!!
So, please, whatever you do- ENJOY!
And, always remember
“Do What Thou Wilt”,
whatever you do.
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E.O.F. SNAPSHOT OF THE DAY {JUNE 14, 2013}
E.O.F. Snapshot of the Day {February 20, 2013} – James Dean’s ‘Life’ Mask {circa. 1955}
We’ve learned there is a lot of crazy cool stuff on ETSY, but this one has to take the cake as the find (at least of the week)! Does he look familiar to you? He should. He’s a pretty steady regular here for us, at The Eye of Faith; after all, he is the one and only King of being bad, of embracing that rebel spirit and never letting go – JAMES DEAN.
That’s right, kids. This is a death mask of the true blue American icon, and idol of style for millions around the world, both during life and after death. Reminds me of the Elizabeth Taylor mask, Lanier Smith shared with us in the past, but this is, as I said – JAMES DEAN!!!
Described here by the seller:
They were selling for $900 in California in 1955. That was quite a lot of money. Dean was beloved by many and right now still wildly popular among all generations. This mask was considered unusual because J. Leslie painted it, eyes and all by hand.
It is quite stunning and yes, these absolutely are James Deans features. They were made from the first mask created.
These are becoming much harder to find, it comes with a license plate that went with the plaster mask.
It states California-James Dean-1931-1955.
Incredible, huh ?! Sometimes you just have to take that search a little further, turn that corner to the next page, and bona fide gems like this are just waiting to say ‘Hey’ to their new owner.
At $395, it’s a little bit our of our league, and maybe a bit frivolous, but God I’d love to own it. As the seller also mentions: “This is a must have for a true fan, it is as close as you are going to get to a dead man.“
Perhaps that’s creepy, but at the risk that James Dean’s death mask will start talking mysteriously one night, I’d be willing to take those chances!
James Dean is our rebel icon. Live Fast. Die Young. And Always Look Your Best – Even in Death.
{You can check out more listings from the dealer, FIVEHANDS CURIOSITIES here. They have a really great selection of unique and bizarre items from all decades of the past. And while you’re browsing, don’t forget to visit our own hand-picked selection of men’s eclectic finest}
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Until next time,
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E.O.F. Snapshot of the Day {November 28, 2012}
E.O.F. Photoblast: The Perils of a Mask
As we spend our waking days on the open road, we come across so many new faces any given sunday. Each with a story, and a depth of compassion unique to each individual.
If one common thread runs true, it’s the restraint one can take to fit the ‘norm’. We’re constantly encouraging our readers to do away with this mask of normality, and craft a new facade, mirror’d in your own image. With qualities unique and true.
Time holds no barred, because this is a tale as old as time. Make your mark, and proudly wear the mask of yourself while starring back at your own destiny. Head no fear, temptation will be near. The strength you have in diversity will always stand beside you in your courage.
Old photographs tell the oldest tales perhaps the loudest. With mystery behind the eye’s, story’s we’ll never truly get to hear, yet an expression of a mask telling every detail.
“Man is least himself when he talks in his own person. Give him a mask, and he will tell you the truth.”
-Oscar Wilde
So head our words, the world is full of so many pressures today, and it seems like everyday the numbers are growing, so the last thing you need is adding yourself to the equation! JUST DO YOU!
Find what makes you happy, and what sets you apart, then just let the freak flags fly. For two thousand years we have been obsessed with being unhappy with ourselves, and it’s about time we start to change that!
E.O.F. Snapshot of the Day {October 29, 2012}
{Let’s do the Time-Warp Again} Best of the 80’s in Menswear Spring 2013
The best fashion is timeless, so no surprises here at the Eye of Faith we are always trying to reinvent the classic’s through modern interpretations of the best basics! We love to pick out different era’s and reference those ‘era-descent’ influences in our current looks. We are so happy to see the latest runway shows from around the world are straight up our alley!
From London-town, to Paris and Milan, there is an undeniable 80s influences in most of the shows from this coming Spring 2013 Season.
Weather it’s through unconventional Metallics or lace, or acid washed hair, dyed to perfection. We love when we can see the past turn it’s cheek and rock it’s way into a jagged-edged future.
A wise man once said “Everything’s already been done”, but we hate to think there isn’t room for anything new at all! We aren’t talking about reinventing the wheel here, but we do miss the days of David Bowie’s gender bending orange head of hair, and Billy Idol’s undeniable sexual swagger.
The greatest idols of the 80s are back in a big way, and all their razzle and dazzle is back on display though the Spring 2013 Menswear season (Through you’d swear this might be 1983).
Staring with one of our all-time favourites, Burberry Prorsum is always classic at it’s finest, with Christopher Bailey at the helm, we are always captivated by his modern spin on tradition. Described as an exercise in contrasts, this Spring collection has a bit of everything—matte versus shine, traditional versus tribal, strict versus oversized. Mylar-esque metallic trench coats and shiny silk shirts play off the brand’s fitted wool suiting. Classic outerwear pieces evolve as well, with Bailey interpreting mac jackets in the new fabrications and turning the classic bomber into a cropped cocoon, worn over a business suit. Bailey explores new territory, while keeping one well-burnished foot firmly planted in the house’s heritage.
Anne Demeulemeester always kills it for us, with a spin at modernist edgy, and classic vampire fashion. What’s more nostalgic of the glam decadence of the 80s than gothic-chic suiting, and lush fabrics fit for Royalty. Running the gamut from solids to stripes to prints, and relaxed silhouettes, Ms. Demeulemeester’s spring collection seethes with a dark-prince edge—indeed. From Prince to Keith Richards, any rock star, past and present, would rock these looks on stage.
Comme des Garçons always has been an absolutely innovative brand season after season, so no surprises here that they would take influence straight from the Laboratory. So maybe the nod to 90s cartoon Dexters Laboratory isn’t so totally 1980s, but you can’t deny us the bold black and whites and orange coloured hair are straight out of a 80s hair catalogue in the best possible way (Annie Lennox anyone?!). Every look included matching trouser-and-shirt combos with topcoats: in sterilized white, pinstriped, with toggles, or with doodled print panels, with a slender silhouette billowing down below the waist. Menswear at it’s finest, Dexter’s Laboratory‘s eponymous kid genius would be proud.
After that, we want to run out to the nearest vintage store, and try to scrounge up some pieces that will elevate us to an 80’s icons level! If you need us we’ll be Dancing with Ourselves, and watching every season of Jem and the Holograms.
We hope you’ve found inspiration in our recap of the latest show’s, with a touch of the past. Remember even if it’s ‘been done’, we know it can be done better! The 80s wouldn’t of been possible without the emblematic era’s that came before. Honour the past, present and future!
E.O.F. Snapshot of the Day {October 3, 2012}
{Don’t wind up as a bunny in the buff! Better start planning your Halloween Costumes!}
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