I spent the weekend in Los Angeles, which of course required a trip to Melrose to gawk at the fashion victims (men: blue jean jeggings are not OK) and visit Forgotten Saints. I always find something worth coveting there, but this trip’s winners were all in the men’s department- jackets from Junker. (Warning: the Junker website is sparse- you’ll find a lot more of their designs on the Forgotten Saints site). Junker started out making clothing from dumpster scores- a far cry from the pricey bespoke creations they carry now, but the aesthetic remains. Everything has incredible details, unusual washes and patinas, and distressing in all the right places for perfect post-apocalyptic rocker wear.

One of the great things about Junker is that they are still small enough that each piece is individual, and they are more than happy to customize. Through Forgotten Saints, it takes about three weeks for a custom-fit jacket, and they are happy to do custom colors as well, or work with you to get a design you love.

Oh, did I mention that they do women’s clothes, as well?

Awesomely named model Meghan Collison Shot by San Sierra for Metal Magazine #20

One great thing about sheer- it layers beautifully for that post-apocalyptic scraps and rags look look.

Very expensive, well cut scraps and rags.

French Vogue March 2010 † Shot by David Sims

I just re-watched Road Warrior a few days ago, and they really need to take note of this type of wardrobe instead of the salvaged sporting goods store look post-apocalyptic movies always go for.

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Nixon’s mystery Balmain jacket makes a cameo in here, as well.

Everyone here is already very well aware of my affinity for oversized bags.  Every now and then, though, you don’t feel like lugging all that stuff around, and just want go out without worrying about setting your purse down somewhere.  Fanny packs or bulging pockets are NOT the answer to that, but Anthracite’s Utility Belts sure are.

Available in a range of colors and sizes, each belt has three functional pockets & rings and are made of faux leather (happy vegan accessory!), with an optional tail.

Be sure to check out the neck corsets in her shop, as well.

image via FabricMag

Opening with a performance dance routine, Skin Graft is back in its sorely missed ruffles and leather motif.  As the black gown to the left made its way down the runway, I leaned over to Zoetica and told her that if I ever were to marry again, that would be what I would have to wear.

image via FabricMag

I have to admit that my previous statements about the mediocrity of the 2009 line were incorrect.  Seeing the pieces in person made all the difference, and made me want to gear up to hunt down the apocalypse (or possibly commit armed robbery for that leather jacket on the right).

Special thanks to Jonny Cota for inviting Haute Macabre to the show!  More photos by Zoetica after the jump.