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19 Feb

A look back at the beauty of McQueen’s surreal

A look back at the beauty of McQueen’s surreal
The hair and make-up on the runway is often very experimental. Creative freedom combines with eclectic visions from designers to bring together the ultimate fantasy. Runway Retrospectives is a column that explores some of the most legendary catwalk beauty looks of all time. WHO For Alexander McQueen’s Spring 1997 collection, the designer presented one of his most dramatic fantasies yet. Inspired by German artist Hans Bellmer, who rearranged toy dolls to create surreally strange works of art, McQueen sent models down the runway in low-cut pants, tight suiting elements and macabre shift dresses that were translucent, fringed and uniquely dyed. “The vision was when Jesus walks on water, but I sort of lost the plot a bit and went somewhere else,” McQueen...
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13 Aug

Contained in the secret world of Instagram’s ‘dolls’

Contained in the secret world of Instagram’s ‘dolls’
Should you’ve never had or intended to have cosmetic surgery, likelihood is you wouldn’t have come across a ‘cosmetic surgery doll’ account on Instagram. Away from public Instagram feeds, communities of people who find themselves undertaking cosmetic procedures are turning to the platform to research and document their goals and results. The private accounts are called ‘Sx pages’ and there’s normally a rigorous process keeping out anyone who’s not going under the knife.  Rebecca*, a 35-year-old based in London, first turned to the world of ‘cosmetic surgery dolls’ on Instagram after deciding to get liposuction on her entire body. Wanting to research further than the clinic’s website would allow, she created her first private ‘Sx page’ to search out the clinic...
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5 Nov

Barbie within the Hospital / 30 Hacks and Crafts

Barbie within the Hospital / 30 Hacks and Crafts
Barbie Girl Growing Up: https://youtu.be/D11_95i1i8E?list=PLZeKzwW5sRWafVVj5BaKPQjWSxQ69zZ87&playnext=1 | Activate ALL notifications Within the picturesque town of BarbieLand, nestled amongst breathtaking mountain landscapes, a recent star has emerged on the medical horizon - a medical clinic has recently opened! The doctors at this clinic eagerly await quite a few patients, and the query on everyone's lips is: will Barbie and her team of doctors have the opportunity to cure all those that seek help? You will find the answers to this vital query in an exciting recent video by LaLaLu! Don't miss the possibility to learn more about Barbie and her friends' thrilling medical adventures on this unique clinic. #barbieland #barbie #hospital Tools and Materials: • Hot glue gun • Utility knife • Set of acrylic paints • Paintbrushes • Office...
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