555 High-Waisted Jeans: JYD big ups to RARA's Camel Toe

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JYD


Big ups Ra Ra!!


Wear those girls high even though some may criticize.


I cannot count the number of comments I have received over the high-waisted jeans I wear.  Girls, I say, bodies are hot.  Why not show them off?  What are these big mouthed haters of the high waisted jeans afraid of?

There is nothing more hot and fashionable than breaking it up and there is nothing more rock'n roll than not givin' a shit.

Yeah babies bringing it back!!  70s high-waisted pants are one of the many reasons I love the 70s (and early 80s).  'Cus women looked like women in the media and fashion, and curves was what was hot.

Let us not forget girls Joan jet says it best.   Plus she knows how to rock the high-waisted jeans.





xo
JYD

555 Rocks Out With Destroylet, The Most Colourful Band Since Glam

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Margot

This musical seed was first planted very very late on New Year's Eve--rather more like very very early in the morning of New Year's Day (2011)--when 555's Ra Ra played a wild impromptu gig with the always resplendently dressed Los Saicos in a delightfully seedy artist-run studio. They met over guitar amp, drum kit, and microphone, and it was magical. Seeing as Ra Ra promptly abandoned the snowy streets of Toronto for the sensuous heat of Thailand, Los Saicos turned to me (Margot, otherwise Monosodium Glutamate) for some guitarly gratification.

After one jam session, Los (henceforth known as Diatribe Tuberculosis) announced that we promptly need an official band name because he booked us a show. With two other bands. Uptown. In a Frozen Yogurt shop. 

Thus, Destroylet was conceived. With two other members in tow--dubbed Menacing Maple Syrup and Enlightened Child--we cruised on in to this brightly lit, family friendly establishment (which had been expecting an acoustic folk night) with stacks of amps and electric guitars aplenty, getting ready to play songs that were, let's just say, unfit for the sensitive ears of the gaggle of children waiting patiently with their yogurt while we set up. 

Destroylet did not hesitate to make an impact on the eyes, either. After a quick wardrobe change, Diatribe trooped out in my Gucci-esque zippered leather tights, a tassled tie-dye shirt, and the most amazing pentagram pendant that would have sent any goth rocker into transports of sinister delight. Enlightened Child sported the sweetest high-waisted polkadot shorts with a simple white tee (good thinking!), and that sheet black hoisery was the (yogurt) icing on the cake. I chose to go all out for this one with my 50s cherry dress, complete with tulle underskirt and all, but toned it down all modern-like with my mean shoulder-padded leather jacket. Taking it all the way to the next level was Menacing Maple Syrup, who came out in his favourite Beefheart t-shirt and reggae towel. Yep, a reggae towel.

Left to Right: Enlightened Child, Margot, Diatribe, MMS

 555 is not really sure how Destroylet will top this, but cannot wait to find out.

555 Inspiration: Peggy Bundy

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Peg Bundy's a hot bitch.  


And I gotta admit she's influenced 555's spring line.

Tiger prints, off the shoulder tops, cinched waists....really really not mad at it.

I wanted to do gold spandex in homage of Peg, but, maybe next time. 

555 Fabric Mission: Pass or Fail?

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RA RA


I'm tough.


Living in a foreign (non-english speaking,'developing') country ain't a piece of cake.


So when tasked with sourcing fabric for 555's Spring launch, I was up for a challenge.


The night before though, I had broken up with my ultra-shitty Thai boyfriend for the 50th time--screaming over balconies, cryin' in the street, whole bit.  


I woke up, hungover. Draggin a heavy heart.  Dreading the small crowded alley-ways of Bangkok's Sam Peng fabric market--a seething mass in 40 degree weather.  


Today was the only day I was going to be in Bangkok, so it was pass or fail, win or die trying.

oh god! which buttons????

I got to the market by 10 am. Where to start?  My bangs have already plastered to my forehead with sweat and every time someone brushes against me, I wanna punch faces. 


Get your shit together, Ra Ra, I kept coaxing myself...but how was I to pick 555 Babe Gear when I felt like a hopeless fuck head?


I found some crappy stool to sit down on, squished against some random fabric and an old lady selling dried bananas.  Almost at the point of defeat......


And then. A miracle. 


My Sharona. Starts Playing. Across the market.  





Wooooooo!!!!!!!!!  Dun na na na na na... Jump up...Dun na na na na na...do a little dance... Dun na na na na na.....Feel myself coming alive...Dun na na na na na....My Sharona!!!


555 Babe Gear here I come! Get the fuck outta my way (please).    

8 hours later, MISSION ACCOMPLISHED. Proceeded to drink some beers with the lady vendors.   


Thank you THE KNACK!!


555 Spring 2011 is gonna be smokin hot.  

555 GRRL: Concetta Kirschner

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LOLA

For 555's GRRL series, Lola's pick of HAWT insane bitches has to go to Concetta Kirschner, the bad ass behind  Princess Superstar. 

She started in 1994 and hasn't looked back.

Princess Superstar mixes hip hop and electro beats setting her bar high as a white female rapper.   She also finds the time to fly around the world to dj hott jams that will make any girl hott in the pants.

When it comes to fashion she is classic with a side of 'I don't give a fuck'.  Knowing she is a total babe, she rocks everything like her own. She is on 'the do's' 100% of the time.

Only a talented hot blonde can rock this with out looking like a total waste bag.

What a babe! mixing a classic 1930's face vale with a lace tank. 

Hipstered out! (while the term lasts), or a 13 year old emo kids wet dream.



Fun fact not only is she a talented trend setting babe she is also a vegan! 

JUICY!!!!

555 Says Don't Fear the Camel-toe

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RA RA


Don't be shy of what ya got, ladies.  


This year is gonna be all about flaunt and that includes tight seams in the crotch area.


So when you think you can't get your zipper done up on that pair of GWGs you found second hand, just say,


 "WHERE ARE THOSE PLIERS??!!"

555 Toronto Vintage Shop: Public Butter

The Public Butter - 1290 Queen St. West, Toronto ON

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SHI SHI


After a meeting with the video director guy at 555 Richmond St. Toronto, HK headed over to The Cadillac Lounge for a meeting with the manager dude.  We had some time to kill between meetings so Robature III suggested we check out The Public Butter, an awesome vintage shop right beside the Cadillac on Queen St. west.

The shop was open late and there was a great big sale sign in the front window.  What more could you ask for?!


Let's see what we've got here.... Silk screened rock T's and the obligatory printed baby rocker gear placed neatly on the table near the front.  The store was studded with retro furniture including the sweet green leather sofa in the front window.

This tasseled yellow shirt and sequin encrusted blouses were priced at just under $20

Scarf Display

No self respecting vintage shop would be complete without some sweet scarves and belts.  These accessories can take a dull and drab outfit to the next level.

Belts: skinny, stretchy and studded

Skinny, stretchy and studded, all the belts were priced at $20.  There were some real charmers in this collection let me tell you.   

Buffalo Check in green, red, blue and black

All winter clothes, including fur and sheepskin coats were half off.  This lovely collection of wool buffalo check were on offer for 10 bucks a piece.  Some vintage L.L. Bean anyone?

The shop's prices were reasonable and the selection was well organized and diverse for both guys and gals.  The sale prices were definitely an incentive to pick up some cozy winter gear despite the promise of springs near arrival.  

This rocker will definitely be taking another churn at the Public Butter in the near future.

JYD

Bonus Track:  JYD takes this casual Sunday look and makes it go the distance: a buffalo check shirt paired with a carefully chosen pirate scarf.  

555 Garters, Bras and Slips: Valentines Day Styles

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SHI SHI

The excitement of picking out the perfect pair of frilly panties, that oh so cheeky thong and matching camisole top, or demi cup bra is a very special thrill.


There is a confidence that comes from pulling up a silky thigh-high stocking and clipping on the garter.  Ouch!




Let's face it, half the fun of a romantic evening is getting all dressed up. It's all about feeling sexy and special for yourself.  


Here are a few styles to inspire the evening's activities:

If you feel like going all out--lejaby.ru

Cut out a paper heart and try that on for size!

Colourful vintage slips

Going out for drinks? How about a slip dress? You can find them at a vintage shop or even good ol' Value Village.  Layer a tank under neath, strap on a belt and you're pure sex appeal.  

Marilyn Monroe pulled it off in her 1953 movie "Niagra."  Meeting the girls for drinks never felt so sexy. 

Happy Valentine's Day Lovers
xoxo
Shi Shi

555 GRRL: Brigitte Bardot

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Margot

Quite a departure from our last loose and rawkin’ lady--Wendy O--our next installment of 555 GRRL spotlights the iconic French star Brigitte Bardot.

555 is smitten with this kitten, even though it may not be because of her career. We know she was in some movies, did some modelling, and that she dabbled in pop music. She began to gain popularity in America as early as the 1950s (!) and has since haunted our fashion subconscious.

 

Her legacy is nothing to be scoffed at. Ladies, you may not have been struttin’ your beach bods in bikinis if it weren’t for this gal. Or baring your shoulders in loosely draped tops. She had a hand in making gingham popular too-- she wore a pink gingham wedding dress for Pete’s sake!

I would also like to note some of her more daring fashion choices, like the cut-out chainmail minidress and matching headdress she rocks (or rather, chimes) in this video. Makes you think Kate Bush, doesn't it? Only this is from 1967!

But personally, my favourite thing about Bardot is her ability to make you salivate even in just a pair of corduroys and a rough-knit sweater. 

555 is on the lookout for a GRRL after every girl's heart.

These Boots were Meant for Dusting: 555 Convo

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LOLA


So RA RA and I were having a conversation on FB and I asked her if she saw the picture of these totally amazing boots I found in a second-hand store in Cambridge, Ontario.  

me -

see those boots!!

8:51pm

ya

8:51pm

amazing!

8:51pm

ridiculous

8:51pm

so mad i couldn't get them

the ankle was all small and shit...

broke me heart

8:52pm

hate that

so, like, should you do a post on that?

8:52pm

i was thinking about it

like how you see something you love

and before you even know it fits you already

imagine how much better yr life would be

8:53pm

YES

8:53pm

what you would do with them

where you would go with them

how much better you would feel in them

8:54pm

ahhahah

8:54pm

all to be taken away...

8:54pm

do it do it

8:54pm

so heart breaking... you think you'll never find another pair

till the next day...

and you forget about those amazing boots

haha

i think i will

8:54pm

ya do it with the boots

8:54pm

save this convo

and paste it

8:54pm

the pic is great

8:54pm

bam done