THE BEST REVENGE IS MASSIVE SUCCESS.

APPAREL BREAKDOWN:
1. Sheer tank top - c/o American Apparel
2. Chanel tank top - c/o Artjunkie
3. Bracelet - c/o NUMBER A
4. Black skinny jeans - H&M
5. Leather biker jacket - vintage
6. Leather creepers - T.U.K.

IF YOU HAVEN'T YET ENTERED MY GIVEAWAY SPONSORED BY NUMBER A, WHAT ARE YOU WAITING FOR?

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TAINTED AND FLAWED AS YOU.

APPAREL BREAKDOWN:
1. Sheer tank top - c/o American Apparel
2. Shark cross tank top - c/o ONCE YOUTH
3. Double finger ring and beaded bracelet - c/o Number A
4. Navy rucksack - c/o Band of Players
5. Black skinny jeans - H&M
6. Parka jacket - F21
7. Leather creepers - T.U.K.
8. Wayfarers - Ray-Ban

I discovered this incredibly perfect, vine-covered alley the other day while exploring the Arts' District in Downtown Los Angeles and knew immediately that I would soon be revisiting it with Madeline to shoot a handful of looks (for this here blog!!!11). The best part about this alley is that it's within walking distance of the absolute best sushi restaurant you could ever dream of. I've dreamt of a lot of sushi, so just trust me on this one.

IN OTHER, SLIGHTLY MORE EXCITING NEWS:

I'm excited to announce my first ever giveaway! The lovely folks over at NUMBER A recently sent me a box of goodies to feature on my blog and giveaway to my rad followers. Although I won't be parting with the double finger ring they gifted me, the bracelet and leather pouch (seen in the last photo) are totally up for grabs. All you have to do in order to enter the contest is:

• 'Like' Number A and THE STYLE MANUAL on Facebook.
• Leave a comment on this post with your email.
• Tell all of your amazing friends. And if you don't have friends, well, I understand.

It's that easy! You would be a retard not to enter, really. Now if you don't mind, I'm going to peel myself away from this computer and stuff.

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MENSWEAR COLLECTION: BELSTAFF AUTUMN/WINTER 2012

Guh, I'm literally swooning over Belstaff and their beyond perfect outerwear this season. I'm never thinking in terms of what is seasonally appropriate (clearly, as I was recently corrected that the sudden influx of pastels and color blocking are in celebration for the arrival of Spring rather than some strange, universally-understood channeling of Elton John). Someone buy me these jackets so I can strut my stuff in the 90-degree Los Angeles heat this summer. Please and thank you.

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ONCE UPON A MIDNIGHT DREARY.

(digital still life)

I SEE YOU IN MY SLEEP.

APPAREL BREAKDOWN:
1. Black viscose tee - American Apparel
2. Gray cardigan - ASOS
3. Black skinny jeans - H&M
4. Leather creepers - T.U.K.
5. Knitted circle scaf - thrift

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DARK PARADISE.

Dark Paradise - Lana Del Rey

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EVERY TIME I CLOSE MY EYES.

APPAREL BREAKDOWN:
1. Loose hooded cardigan - c/o H&M
2. Graphic tank top - c/o Artjunkie
3. Leather vest - vintage
4. Black skinny jeans - H&M
5. Leather creepers - T.U.K.
6. Black leather bag - thrift
7. Wayfarers - Ray-Ban

Finally back to posting this week! I'm determined to post at least every other day. I felt like trying something new in this look by layering a cardigan and vest. I'm not entirely sure how I feel about it. What are your thoughts?

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REMEDY FOR MEMORY.

35mm color slide film (converted to black and white)

Some film portraits I took of my co-workers last term (not including the old man shown in the first photo). I miss them! I haven't seen either of them since being promoted to a District Merchandiser.

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