Ya got a problem with that? Or does it incite bliss? Whatever the case, designer Bliss Lau’s Bolero presents somewhat of a visual-mathematic challenge. Apparently, this multi-function, unisex body chain can be worn “more than six ways”— one of which is displayed above; another, below: Torrent, however, is listed as having “more than three” options [...]

Yes, I’ve already freaked my geek over the brilliance of Thierry Mugler‘s theatric-fantastic haute couture HERE, just as I’ve yammered extensively about it over THERE. Regardless, spot-check the detail on this leather exoskeleton—complete with corset binding: Next? Take a quick peek at this image from his “Insects” show (of which I’ll refrain from Velveeta-laden puns [...]

Seductive. Hauty. Elusive. Expensive. The aesthetic of latex, a glossy “second skin,” carries a certain cachet with it: Namely, one by which the audacious, highly theatrical fashion shows of  Thierry Mugler (circa ’80s/’90s haute couture) made for a spectacular pairing. [nipped wasp waists :: architectural silhouettes :: black fabric shimmering as light refracts :: eva [...]

Oh, Asger— Thanks to Fashion 156, it appears that I’ve discovered you just in time to make your AW 10/11 London Fashion Week show! I’m quite fond of this little ‘tease’ that’s been leaked of model Ash Stymest in your metal tube waistcoat, and—upon further investigation of your work—found a familiar face among Haute Macabre’s readership: [...]

The moment I read Nixon’s announcement that “Hair Today” had been added to Haute Macabre’s categories, my conundrum was solved.  Never mind the three posts I’d started; what I’m doing now is For those of you who might have stumbled across my dot com at some point, or perhaps encountered my profile on one of [...]