{read BULLET BREASTS & BEATNIK POETRY ft. Phillipa Fallon & Mamie Van Doren}
Isn’t she great, folks?!
We cherish souls like this who soar high and far away from the status quo.
Not your average starlet . . .
Hope you enjoy! Let us know in the comments below!
Until next time,
{theEye}
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More than ever, ad men and women were looking for new and exciting ways to capture the attention of dapper gentlemen around the world.
This 1967 Ad Campaign for Cosak by classic French textile company Dormeuil displays the fun they had doing just that!
Obviously inspired by James Bond or any of the other number of mens genre media / plus the overall futurist movement of the 60s; the campaign features a well-dressed man in several of the classic suit designs alongside a bombshell blonde, and it appears they are prepping to go to space…or are in space already? Not quite sure all the exact subtleties of the scenario…its all very entertaining and more than that – stylish as ever!
These images appeared in Tailor & Cutter magazine, and were found courtesy of Voices of East Anglia.
We were drawn to these images while doing some research finding we were lucky enough to have a Dormeuil cloth suit of our own. We recently uploaded it into the {SHOP} so click here to check out the listing, or scroll below for a quick look!
PIT TO PIT: 22″
LENGTH: 33″
SHOULDER TO SLEEVE: 33″
Super rad find, in our eyes! Hope you, or someone deservingly discerning you know, thinks so too! Share it, or comment below to tell us what you think!
Really cool to find out that this piece comes from a certified lineage of cool!
Remember XIXIXI gets you 25% off in the {SHOP}
So, check it out now!
Until next time,
{theEye}
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A staple of Los Angeles culture, and a precursor to the “famous for being famous” antics of Paris Hilton and Kim Kardashian; this mysterious blonde bombshell exploded in the 80s with the wish to be famous. You can’t miss her wild billboards or that sexy pink corvette. Even if you don’t know her name – you know here. Trust me. You do!
I love the term Hollyweird, and Angelyne definitely lives up to Los Angeles’ reputation for eclectic characters and unbelievable tales of transformation.
Always a lady of mystery…not much has ever been known about her; The real her, at least.
Most of the time, you can’t make up stories as intriguing and mind rousing as simply searching for the truth. That’s exactly what Gary Baum chronicles in his latest article for The Hollywood Reporter which has got the internet buzzing!
While, I feel a little sad that her mystique has been stripped away, there’s no denying that we are only going to experience an even bigger renaissance of Angelyne and all her bright pink glory.
I wonder how she feels about all this? There are many paparazzi videos of her on the internet, and she seems to hate that kind of attention. Either way, this article does not detract from her legacy as a patron saint of Hollywood….
Everything about her IS Hollywood. The dream to be a star. To be worshipped. Iconized. And of course…the fakery of it all. It’s not a bad thing. I think its empowering to be able to be whoever you want to be.
And that’s why she remains a hero to so many people. In fact, we had posted the original article on our FACEBOOK page (GIVE US A LIKE for cool stories, inspirations, and updates), and we
got a lot of response! I had promised a few people I would share this crazy documentary on Angelyne I had found while perusing the depths of Youtube, so thought why not just feature it on our site!
Angelyne definitely has a place here at The Eye of Faith. She is mysterious, enigmatic, beautiful, rebellious, independent, weird, and definitely has a singular sense of self that people would only ever even dream to attain.
Angelyne is still alive and well today and pushing her persona to the max, so do her a favour and follow her on Instagram! I was absolutely shocked at how little followers she has on there! So don’t waste the moment, people!
Above all else, I feel like Angelyne represents the magic of the feminine. The mystique a woman can harness and use as power in their life. From nothing to something….that’s magic, in itself.
Until we meet again,
{theEye}
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It’s almost that time of year again! Supercrawl is going to take over the streets for three days of music, fashion, art, and FUN. Last year was a blast, and we’re so excited to announce that we will be taking over the Supercrawl Fashion Tent not once, but TWICE this year.
We will be debuting +HOLLYWOOD BABYLON+, our first contemporary collection on Saturday September 12 at 3pm in the Supercrawl Fashion Zone Tent, so mark your calendars and save the day. If you will be around and would like VIP seats to our show give us an email at the.eye.of.faith@gmail.com!
Our collection was inspired by the decadence and decay of the Golden Age of Hollywood. Combining a street chic attitude with the textures and ease of 1930s/40s leisurewear; looks range from a Hollywood starlet enjoying an afternoon cocktail by the pool to dangerous ingenues in metallic evening gowns that put a meaning to “if looks could kill…”
It’s a bit of a departure for us, especially if you have been following our side since the beginning, but we felt this foray into womenswear would be the perfect breath of fresh air for us, as well as a chance to stretch our creative muscles in a totally new ‘fashion’.
Our biggest pull to this collection was in fact Veda Pierce, the sophisticated, driven, and treacherous daughter of Mildred Pierce in the classic neo-noir “Mildred Pierce”. Here is a girl who is striving to be ahead of the norm, worldly and too classy for her own good.
She’s not afraid to do anything to get what she wants in life, and on top of it all she is devastatingly gorgeous and talented to boot. Perhaps a little too dangerous and manipulative for most people’s liking, but she definitely helped spawn our imagination when setting out on this unique opportunity to showcase what we are all about….summoning the {PAST} into the {PRESENT} to help shape the {FUTURE}….
It’s going to be a stellar show, and much blood, sweat, and tears have gone into putting our best foot forward in what can only be described as a bold new chapter in our fashion careers, so don’t miss out! If you’ve noticed that we haven’t been posting too much on our blog this summer- this is why!
Our second show will be on Sunday September 13 in the Supercrawl Fashion Zone Tent from 3p-5p and will be an epic spectacle of vintage fashion aptly named The Eye of Faith Presents A Vintage Showcase!!! That’s right folks, we will be curating a two hour long fashion show featuring nothing but vintage head to toe, and will be taking audiences on a ride through time and into the +BEYOND+!!!
We will definitely be posting updates as they come so make sure to FOLLOW US on INSTAGRAM and TWITTER (@theeyeoffaith) or LIKE US on FACEBOOOK (/theeyeoffaithvintage) to stay informed on all the exciting things we’re up to these days.
I’m pleased to announce that we will be partnering up with Vintage Soul Geek to create this epic showcase of vintage glory, and will also start carrying some select pieces of our collection in their shop come September so watch out!!! More on that soon…but in the meantime, check out our inspiration mood boards for The Eye of Faith Presents a Vintage Showcase!!!!
Got any looks to share, or must-have inspirations?
Let us know in the comments below!
Can’t wait to start getting back in the swing of things.
Much to talk about. But another time…
Until we meet again,
{theEye}
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{Natassja Kinski in Paris, Texas (1984)}
[Photo Source: PICCSY]
Lovely ladies, it seems we’ve been thinking of you a lot lately. It’s not by accident, for we have been meditating on many thoughts as of late about our many loves and desires when it comes to female fashions. In true E.O.F. Style we stepped back to the past for a little taste of times past to infiltrate our vintage vision for the future. When it comes to sweaters, it’s not hard to see how having a great one is top of the pops for most style driven Sams and Sallys. If it’s not one, it better be a hundred. There aren’t many sweater that go out of style, either. They are simply one of those timeless treasures that titillate… Indeed, there was a time when we imagined only the good girl donning a prim and proper sweater, but don’t be fooled. Many a femme fatale and vixen have adorned their bodies with an armor of angora to dumb found the senses. We looked back the distant and recent past to pull some of the best images we could find that helped seduce and inspire. Listen close, and you might hear the sweet, sweet, song of the Sweater Girls….
“I’ve got a twenty pound ball hanging on a chain around my neck.
I’ve got to get away, run before I’ll be called away.
I’ve got to break these chains, before I go insane.
I’ve got to get up and go, go any place I don’t know.
I’m gonna break away from all the chains that bind
And everyday I’ll wear what I want
And do what suits me fine…
I’m gonna break away…
Break away from the Everyday…”
-“Breakaway” sung by Toni Basil, Prod. by Ed Cobb.
[Photo Source: Vintage Sleaze]
Hopefully Spring strikes soon, but in the meantime, rock those sweaters out! We have some cool ones right now in the {SHOP}!!!
Gets you 25 % OFF in the {SHOP}!!!
So, don’t miss out on time traveled finds that will invoke your style spirit!
Sincerely,
{theEye}
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Don’t forget! There’s tons of new vintage items in our {SHOP}, so don’t forget to get lost a little
XIXIXI gets you 25 % OFF.
And alternately, if you’re in the hood of Hamilton, ON – you can always visit us
in our basement shop at 126 James Street N.
Just look for the eye in the sky, and you will find it.
Tonight is Art Crawl . . . so if you’re around, we’ll have some fun!
And look out for exciting things happening on the street.
THAT’S ALL WE WILL SAY ABOUT THAT.
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A little summer heat provided by Alex North’s triumphant Main Title for
1951’s “A Streetcar Named Desire”.
I like the word ICONIC. It comes to mind when I think of this film.
Until we meet again . . .
{theEye}
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State of Undress?
Don’t be caught saying
I have nothing to wear
this Summer, or anytime of the year!! We are loaded with even MORE time travelled classics to get you through . . .
And remember, our pieces offer an escape from the everyday; an alternative to the mundane, and wasted tragedies of the Mall, and other big box stores. You won’t catch us DEAD paying hundreds, even thousands, for quality stylish goods.
That’s why we LIVE & DIE by vintage here at The Eye of Faith!!!
It’s gotten us this far. . . now lets go even further.
We have plenty of our signature styles from unique graphic shirts, metallic shine, and rad shoes and accessories to complete the look. You can invoke the spirits of Dean, Morrison, Brando, Delon, and any other idol you choose to worship.
We also have a bit for the ladies!
We’ve been expanding, and we can’t wait to show you more. So definitely be sure to check up on the {SHOP} for all the new stuff we’ll be bringing in. But for now, here’s some of our favourite pieces for the summer currently in the {SHOP}.
And don’t forget, friendly initiates . . . XIXIXI will always get you 25% OFF. So if you see something you like, don’t hesitate to use it!
And if you have any questions about the pieces you see you can find them in the {SHOP} or contact us direct at
the.eye.of.faith@gmail.com
We will be posting more interviews and inspiration throughout the summer, too, so make sure you check back with us often!
And a special thanks to all of our faithful followers (excuse the pun),
who remind us that we are doing something right….
Until next time,
{theEye}
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We were tired of sitting idly by, and wanted to shake it up a little!
We are excited for our fashion show at the Hamilton Fashion Week Gala and can’t wait to cut up the dance floor at Baltimore House for Nigh Drive [Part XXX] Neon Catwalk + Black Light Fashion Show After Party .
It’s gonna be a wild night, so if you can make it, be sure to tap one of us on the shoulder and get a dance!
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If you can’t dance, if you can’t dance
If you can’t dance, if you can’t dance, if you can’t dance to this you can’t do
Nothing for me baby.
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{Music Ignites The Fiery Soul}
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Sincerely,
{theEye}
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These beautiful snapshots were taken by photographer Don James between the years 1936 and 1942 on the shores of San Onofre, California. Whether black and white, or the gorgeously desaturated Kodachrome prints, each photograph is a beautiful lost memory of fun had, and good times past.
Check out the waves, and all them cool cats.
Don’t you think these pictures could have been taken yesterday?
I love turning to old vintage snapshots like these for a good luck at how people dressed, and how little has changed!
Especially now that the vintage surf look is in vogue, these photographs can provide some sunny summer inspiration for your days to come.
The Way We Dressed is the Way We Dress.
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Who says you can’t repeat the past? Enjoy these gorgeous pics and have a blast today. Promise?
Until next time,
{theEye}
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