Blazer, Scarf and Acoustic

The combination of this shrunken tailored jacket, the nautical stripe scarf, and a black acoustic guitar looks  really cool. Definitely some elements to consider for a new strap idea.

Image from  Man About Town, Issue 4, Jamie Hince (The Kills)

Blue Sequins

Another sequined dress. Another posting from the Balmain Fall 09 show. Still inspiring!

Image from Style.com

Casual Suiting

I really like this photo in a basement record store, with all the posters, and the guy wearing a grey (check? gingham?) suit with a plaid shirt. Very appropriate for therine inspiration.

Image from Details via Men's Style.com

Vintage Boho

Super cool anti-war poster from the Baez sisters in 1968. Great colors, graphic type, and of course message (controversial at the time, both in regards to the war and feminism).

Zippers and Lace

There are so many different things going on in this seemingly simple outfit. I really love the color of the skirt, and the combination of dusty suede boots, exposed metal zippers, and black lace.  Inspired!

Image from the brand System, found via Le Fashion

Gold Dress

Image from French Vogue

Image from Russian Vogue

This Versace caught my eye b/c of its unique surface treatment. I'm not sure how the gold sequins/paillettes (?) are attached, but I really like the way they look, and that they're applied different at the top and bottom. Very glam/disco. Could be a cool shoulder piece on a guitar strap.

Shoe Shank

As far soles go, this one is simply beautiful. The subtle colors in the leather, next to the cream colored shank with letterpress-looking type, plus the tiny nail heads on the heel and finally the geometrically shaped black inset- it all looks a bit black tie affair, no? These pieces could definitely be used on one of my straps.

Madonna, Silk Bows

Love this behind-the-scenes pic from Madonna's Louis Vuitton ad campaign. The colors are good for some fall inspiration, and the huge silk bunny ears are great. Practical? Not at all, not even for guitar straps, but using a raw  silk for some big crinkled bows could be pretty interesting.

Image found at WWD.com

Casablancas

I guess there isn't much point in denying that fall has snuck up on me. I despise cold weather, but at least this pre-winter season brings some new inspirations, and a likely return to therine, which has been mostly neglected during these past few months of warm weather in Seattle.

So, with fall in mind, today I found this image while looking up info on Julian Casablancas' new solo project. I believe this is the cover for the new album. Its a great picture, both clever and beautiful, and the saturated colors are really amazing. For being a crusty rocker, he looks pretty dandy in his maroon velvet blazer. Definitely an inspiration to get back to work on some new straps!

Image from juliancasablancas.com

Tuxedo and Suit

Image from Qvest (midtown crisis- July 2009)

Image from Man About Town (issue 3)

Minimal black and white looks, inspiring for some formal straps this fall.

Rockabilly, Cry Baby

I've been in a rockabilly mood this summer, and I've watched Cry Baby several times recently. I love the absolutely intentional campy feeling, the music, and especially the 50's retro clothing/costumes. Leather jackets, jeans, polka dots, red lipstick, plaid bow-ties, prom dresses... all easily inspiring for some guitar straps.

Several images pulled from Real Life is Overrated

Monroe

Just found this blog:  *#@! yeah Marilyn Monroe! which is an amazing resource for people like me who could never get tired of looking at her pictures. This photo, which I haven't seen before, where she's dressed very ladylike while looking at ties in a menswear shop, is especially fitting as inspiration for therine.

Image from *#@! yeah Marilyn Monroe!  (great name don't you think?)

clairelafaye- Etsy shop inspiration

Absolutely amazing pieces from the Etsy shop clairelafaye. The designs and the level of detail are really impressive, and beautifully executed. This is inspiration both for straps (for the girliest of guitar players) and for my Etsy shop in general.

Also check out her website

Beaded Shoulder Details

Sophia Kokosalaki A/W 09 Runway shot

Street shot, Paris

I really like the intricate beaded details on these jackets. Its very feminine, while still looking strong. And of course, they have an antique/vintage feeling, that adds depth. While an intimidating and time-consuming craft, I'd love to use beading on the shoulder piece of a strap.

Images from WGSN

Plaids and Leather

Cool image of menswear muted plaids and leather jackets on display at a new Uniqlo Ion store. Falls in line with my Plaid Rock strap, and is good inspiration for looking towards the fall.

Image from BAGAHOLICBOY

Plaid Brogues

I love how menswear shoes are being made for women. I've tried to wear these kind of shoes myself and just can't quite pull it off. But I really like the way these look on this model. And I think the use of the brown vintage-y plaid plus the perforated leather is inspiring for a strap or two.

Image found on BAGAHOLICBOY, shoes by Church

Big Bows

Found via WGSN, from Debenhams

Found via WGSN, from House of Fraser

 As seen at Hopelessly Devoted on Etsy

Notice-me hair accessories are one trend I'm not getting sick of. I love all these gigantic bows. I've already made one strap with a large bow, and these are inspiring me to make some more.

Gritty Retro

I like this picture a lot. Gritty & retro, too cool for school.

Image from Huge Magazine, May 2009 (via WGSN)

Summer Menswear

This look isn't really about guitar straps, but it is an amazing mix of femininity and masculinity, which is something I try to incorporate in therine. I think most of the elements in this outfit are men's pieces, but she pulls them together and looks really cool. Definitely inspiring.

Image from The Sartorialist

Pompadour

This guy has a really inspiring mix of styles going on. A little bit of artsy utilitarian + black/white graphic + retro...etc. Plus, his hair is the coolest. 

Image from Face Hunter