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Take it from our old friend Jorge Ben . . .
Best take it easy for now, my friends and brothers!
Please enjoy!
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HAPPY HALLOWEEN! Music Minute: “Perdita” by Rubber City (D. Lynch & D. Slusser)
We gave a mention to this seminal 1990s David Lynch classic in one our latest posts, a reblog from The Selvedge Yard regarding the September 1991 photo spread in American Vogue entitled “Wild at Heart”.
For me, it was easy to see the title as a reference to Lynch’s film of the same name, released just a year prior to the shoot, and winner of accolades that included the Palm D’Or (an equivalent to Best Picture at the Academy Awards) at the Cannes Film Festival in 1990.
The film stars Nicolas Cage as Sailor Ripley and a radiant Laura Dern at her sexiest as the dangerous bombshell Lula Pace Fortune. The film plays out like a rebel fantasy, with plenty of allusion to The Wizard of Oz (this has been admitted by Lynch himself who idolized the film as a child), as well as Elvis Presley, 50s youth culture, and the American Dream.
It’s nothing and everything it promises to be, and is perhaps my ultimate favorite film of the American auteur. And as for style savvy, the film has got it in spades. Check out those shades on Nic Cage in the top photograph (I used to have a pair exactly like those that had been given to me by a friend) – classic rebel style, shaking it up by ditching the frames altogether and letting that gold bar along the brow do all the hard work.
And, of course there is the rebel snake skin jacket donned by Sailor, which is seen in the film’s most iconic moments. It seems the sssss-seductive look could have taken inspiration from one of cinema’s most famous bad boys – Marlon Brando, who wore a similar snake skin jacket in the forgotten 1960 classic “The Fugitive Kind” directed by Sidney Lumet.
Brando plays Val Xavier, a sexy, down on his luck convenience store clerk who finds temptation in both his boss (the talented Ana Magnani), and the town’s local wild child, played by a young and ravishing Joanne Woodward. The film is being discovered again for it’s crushing performances, moody black and white photography, and brash, bold direction.
It goes to show that everything has its precedence, and discovering the links make for a richer understanding of the landscape we visit.
We pulled this track from the film’s soundtrack to share with you all in a music minute that promises to mill about deep within you, and scatter your thoughts to the darkest and most beautiful corners of your subconscious…
Don’t be scared, though; It’s just a little music to keep you going throughout the long and arduous days and nights…As Lula says:
“This whole world’s wild at heart and weird on top.”
So let’s just drive…
Until next time,
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NEW/OLD Favourite Finds from The Eye of Faith Collection!
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!
DON’T MISS OUT! These are just some of our favourites, but there are plenty more kicking around in the {SHOP} so check it out!
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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,
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Vintage Summer Style Inspiration – Bikinis, Beaches, Babes, and Bond!
Canada is infamous for its cold weather, but we were shocked to wake up to snowfall in April this morning! Needles to say, it had us yearning for those days of blissful sunshine and relaxing on the beach.
Sometimes we use inspiration to invoke a certain spirit to amp up our day, but on days like this, inspiration can be used to transport oneself to new worlds. In our case, we were looking for much hotter destinations to take us away from this bitter cold.
This being said, we easily found ourselves taken away to the beach, and who better to spend a day at the beach with than the impenetrable, secret agent, 007 himself – Bond. James Bond.
And if you’re friends with Bond, you’re likely to rub shoulders and elbows (maybe more) with any number of his beautiful beach bunny sweethearts. But don’t get too cozy in the sand just yet. Some of these beach bod bombshells are not to be trusted, and some of them have a bark that’s worse than their bite. So maybe best to just admire from the distance and let Bond do the dirty work . . .
From Honey Rider to Agent XXX, Bond has had more than his handful of beautiful women, which could account for his own impeccable sense of style. He is a man that knows it pays to look your best!
So enough chit-chat! Feel the sand between your toes, and lets hit the waves!
![1965 Thunderball 37 [Claudine Auger]](https://theeyeoffaith.files.wordpress.com/2013/04/1965-thunderball-37-claudine-auger.jpg?w=62&h=166 "1965 Thunderball 37 [Claudine Auger]")
Can you feel the heat already?
As we always say, The Eye of Faith is the perfect place to
Escape the Everyday . . .
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Music Minute: “My Only Love” by Roxy Music
Bad Ass Bryan Ferry
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These guys are legends, and their music echoes like the voice of a lost memory. Dreams, and fantasy, illusion, and grandeur – these are all summoned by their music. Formed in 1971, Roxy Music lives on today as one of the most popular bands there have ever been, and were even honoured by Rolling Stone Magazine as one of the “Immortal” in a list of their 100 Greatest Artists of All Time.
We’d have to go ahead, and add them to our Best-Dressed Artists of All Time list with their wild nod to the past injected with the blinding buzz of Glam Rock England. We included a few pictures of these Idols, and were hoping the song be a great way to settle down into the night.
And what do you know? Looks like foil metallics and leopard print are right on their way back, so watch out! Also green suits, mysteriously enough . . .
Hope you enjoy.
Sincerely,
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Unusual 1950s Vintage Snapshot Photograph of Well-Dressed Teenage Boy with Leather Varsity Jacket in Magic Mystery Moment
What more can be said? It truly seems like this boy is taking part in some sort of magical mystery moment; hands to the sky, as if to catch something we can’t quite see. Praising the sky. . .
This one is about the effortless nature of classic dress, and how those perfect touches (like the tie, or the stripe details on the jacket) take a look to the next level, allowing you to achieve the true spirit you were meant to portray.
Take a closer look:
Definitely some inspiration somewhere in there. I love the strange setting also. Where is this boy? And, who is he with? Let me know your thoughts in the comments below!
I wonder where that winding road would take us. . . . If only somehow you could embark on a journey inside these photographs. Now, that would be exciting!
This one-of-a-kind snapshot photograph is part of our collection over at the {SHOP} and we’re looking to share it with the world, so click here for your chance to own not only a work of art, but a magical mystery moment.
Well, until we meet again!
Talk soon,
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1960s SEARS HAWAII Paradise Frond Graphic Shirt {$30}
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“THE LION’S CLUB” 1950s Secret Society Letterman Varsity Sports Jacket {$120}
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Music Minute: “Beautiful Boy” by John Lennon
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Just a pretty little song to help you get through the day . . .
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Music Minute: “Satan is Her Name” by Steve King
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This is a new old classic for you all to enjoy.
Just a little something to escape the day . . .
This is Steve King singing “Satan is Her Name“
A great video accompanies it too, from Ray Flash!
It was an obvious choice for us here at The Eye of Faith . . .
Hope it works for you too !!!
Please enjoy!
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Anatomy of a Motorcycle Jacket
If there’s one product of American culture that strikes a chord deepest with those special individuals out there who just love rebel style, and all things vintage related to – it’s the Schott Motorcycle Jacket.
First released in 1928 for a whopping $5.50, this beautiful piece of American design reached iconic status when they appeared on the back of Marlon Brando and his gang in 1953’s “THE WILD ONE”. Since then, the Schott Motorcycle Jacket has appeared on the backs of many style idols from James Dean to Jay-Z, and its influence doesn’t appear to be stopping anytime soon.
VICE, the world’s leading counter-culture website, gives a great run-down on the history of the Schott family, a tour through their factory and warehouse, and the full effects of this brand’s gift to the world; so be sure to check it out here! They also provided a wicked summary of the famous jacket’s parts. So time to study up vintage style aficionados, this is 101 when it comes to this kind of stuff!
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Looks like it really could be the Year of the Rebel!
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