Kristin Cofer - Design That Kills

I just can’t get over how amazing this Photoshop CS4 advertisement is! (And you can see the making of this beauty here.)

Photo shoots photo shoots photo shoots, can’t stop thinking about photo shoots! Some other things consuming this brain are, the ladies of Twin Peaks- I caught a terrible virus and for four days all I did was watch this television show, I finally know who killed Laura Palmer! Now that I am back at work, not only is the theme song stuck in my head, but I have a crush on Agent Cooper and the fashions of the Twin Peaks ladies.

“For all the musicians crafting grimy, lo-fi electro-rock, the man behind Blank Dogs takes it to another level, because it feels like he means it.” [The Wire] Another Brooklyn band from Mark, he sure knows my musical tastes, The Blank Dogs. Download two of my favorites, “Freezing Styles” and “Leaving the Light On”.

Other visual treats include the styling, photography and fashion design of Bea Szenfeld. The way bardot charming dresses on a daily basis, a model and a crocodile, Roald Dahl-themed photoshoot by Tim Walker for British Vogue December 2008, found via galadarling.

These shoes are my current favorites, as well as this femme fatale trench from modcloth- The search for inspiration continues- new fall days, moments, potential creations brimming inside these fingers and lens.

I’ve always been of the opinion that Tuesday is the worst day of the week. Monday is a fresh start; Wednesday is hump day; Thursday is almost Friday; and Friday is Friday! What is Tuesday but filler in our corporate, capitalist workweek? Therefore, to perk up our spirits (and our facial follicles) on this 24-hour span of time that serves as little more than wadding between Monday and Wednesday to keep them from catastrophically colliding into one another, Tuesday shall henceforth be known as “Moustache Day” at designthatkills.

But before I begin today’s topic, it has been brought to my attention that I neglected to include a key style of facial adornment in last week’s entry: the leather daddy moustache (known to some as the “Zapata”). Behold perhaps the most recognizable example:

(Thanks, Dee!)

Now, moving along…in light of our nation’s recent presidential election, I thought I’d dedicate this entry to the presidential moustache, and in particular to Howard Taft, who held the position from 1909-1913 and was the last U.S. president to wear facial hair.

Taft also has the dubious distinction of being the heaviest president ever, weighing in at 300+ pounds. However, as would seem evident from his staunch advocacy of world peace, Mr. Taft was a gentle giant. I like to think, then, that President Taft was a jolly fellow and that his upturned handlebar moustache was simply an extension of his smile.

And to all of you presidents since–what gives? What’s your beef with facial hair? You know, I think Mr. President-to-be Obama wouldn’t look too shabby with maybe a little pencil ’stache. What do you think?

Come on, Mr. Obama, bring the change that this country really needs!

-Richard Wayne, founder of the Men’s Organization for the Utilization of Style and Taste in the Advancement of Countenancial Hair Enhancements (MOUSTACHE)

presents for your eardrums: my dear friend mark, from unpiano sent two brooklyn bands that i am enjoying (and now you can too!)  the crystal stilts and vivian girls dance and enjoy-

another photographer to admire, alex prager who also makes me want to just quit- her images are conceptually beautiful and the subjects moving.

other special things include, one of my friends and recent model, liz liles, is featured in a pretty and user (fun) online zine, zinette

i am really loving, iheartnorwegianwood’s harness designs, such a unique and cool idea! plus, she sent me one to photograph, can’t wait, just need the right light and mode!l

i daydream about film and a mamiya camera, wanting to create some new images that move, feeling close, but not quite there yet- life is full, but there is stil so much to do, see, make, experience, sometimes i am overwhelmed just thinking about it!

I, Richard Wayne (alias Richard Wayne Brown, alias Mr. Hiss, alias the Vampire Cowboy of the previous entry), would like to announce the founding of the Men’s Organization for the Utilization of Style and Taste in the Advancement of Countenancial Hair Enhancements (MOUSTACHE).   This organization dedicates itself not only to the appreciation of men’s facial hair adornments, but also to the advocation of responsible application and grooming of these whiskers to titivate one’s countenance.

Examples of MOUSTACHE-approved beards:

Proprietor of The Misanthrope Specialty Co. and frequent subject of the Sweetie Pie Press Blog entries, Reverend Aitor (and his handlebar):

Outlaw Americana musician, Hang Jones, and his reverse goatee:

The trash ’stache of sartorial cowboy and Birthday Party bassist, Tracy Pew:

Val Kilmer as the dashing Doc Holliday:

Your humble author’s own attempt at a similar old west style:

And I’d be remiss to omit the impeccably groomed whiskers of Mr. Clark Gable:

For more information about MOUSTACHE and/or receiving a handlebar moustache postcard designed by Richard Wayne, please leave a comment.

this electronic space boasts so many beautiful images and links to be desired.

when anthony peters posted this crafted design, i was immediately taken.

poladroid.net is providing me with endless fun.

heartbreaker fashion has designed my dream dress and i hope to interview the lady behind the brand, “made with love and no regrets”, mandie bee, soon!

i am rarely inspired by new photography, but this san francisco lovely, julia galdo who shoots with medium format film, left me drooling and wanting to throw away my camera and start all over again.

and you can see more eye candy on her flickr stream here-

a flickr set of all vogue magazine covers through the years that is worth looking at for both photography and design lusting.

modcloth has the most fabulous new betsey johnson tights and through tomorrow if you enter SPOOKY13 you will receive 13% off at their checkout!

tomorrow is one of my favorite days, halloween, how am i going to celebrate? well, we are going to order pizza at work (ha.) and in the evening i will wear a louise brooks inspired wig and attempt to make myself into a deceased silent film star- white and horrific, but still full of glamour.

download my favorite lady, siouxsie singing about halloween, here.

i am enjoying life with my gothic cowboy and it is very busy with photo shoots and day to day adventures. together we are working on a new project, which i hope to reveal to you soon!

some other fun mental treats include a new blog find, something’s hiding in here a husband and wife design duo who continually post cute images and interesting articles.

happy halloween! and please continue to enlighten this mind with all of your beautiful images and words.

and a TFP shoot with lindsey.

oh october, i am so glad you’re here.

from the selby, the “i love david” book by harry malt

san francisco mixed media, videographer, and photographer, piper print factor’s beautiful portfolio

from the ever so lovely nubbytwiglet, printable, usable vintage poison labels!

from ffffound! a patrick nagel image that i can’t resist

and favorite fashion images of the week from oh joy!, ffffound! and this is glamorous

other daydreams and musings include, making a conscious effort to work on posture, these red back seamed stockings, finding the perfect kitchen table, this black doily vector, and general happiness, home cooked indian dinners, and joy with my partner in crime, richard wayne, who on tuesday moved here from the east!

may your weekend be filled with relaxation, coffee in bed, puppies, love and things that are inspiring and good.

♥

these ladies are making my heart melt! how can one be born so creative and fashionable?! i’d like to do a house tour and or a closet raid with any of them!

oh loulou with your red hair, what a great idea on how to freshen up a winter coat and i have a crush on your tote!

marie this entire ensemble is perfect and a black heart purse? how did i not know about this? why am i afraid to go into h&m?

nubby always a girl of my heart, this outfit is perfect and i want your stockings!

other honorable mentions: these jeffrey campbell pumps are calling my name, this siouxsie inspired photo shoot is amazing, i want to sleep in these satin sheets, and i can’t stop staring at this sweet little baby deer. (you really can die from being too precious.)

another note, today’s musical treat comes from the simple minds, a scottish rock band, that have a few amazing albums pre this hit that i am about to link- but i do love this song, and i hope you to, i’ve been car dancing to, “don’t you (forget about me)”- and now you can too!