Inspiration taking flight...

 

 

Black velvet wall paper, and a Rodarte original sketch of the Black Swan costume. 

Movie Poster

Even before seeing "Black Swan" I was under the spell of birds wings and tulle poufs. But, once the credits began to roll, inspiration was taking hold. 

When Etsy picture day was at hand, we were lucky enough to have a fog bank roll into our back yard, so my husband said: "Hey, get your self together and lets get out there and take some amazing shots before the sun comes out! Hurry!"

I know there are more tutus to come and a few more Black Swan items up my sleeve, so stay tuned...

xoxo 

Dark Romance

 Dark Beauty

Hair of Flame

Starless Night

Raven's Wing

Images via http://fashiongonerogue.com/michelle-alves-karine-basilio-lofficiel-brazil-january-2011/

Turpentine Kisses

 

Cupid hath pulled back his sweetheart's bow

To cast divine arrows into her soul
To grab her attention swift and quick
Or morrow the marrow of her bones be thick
With turpentine kisses and mistaken blows

See the devil may do as the devil may care
He loves none sweeter as sweeter the dare
Her mouth the mischief he doth seek
Her heart the captive of which he speaks
So note all ye lovers in love with the sound
Your world be shattered with nary a note
Of one cupids arrow under your coat

And in the land of star crossed lovers
And barren hearted wanderers
Forever lost in forsaken missives and satan's pull
We seek the unseekable and we speak the unspeakable
Our hopes dead gathering dust to dust
In faith, in compassion, and in love 

 

This song "Cupid de Locke" by the Smashing Pumpkins circa 1995 represents so much high school heart break, romantic fantasy, and vivid imagery for me.  I am such a sucker for Valentines Day, just as much as I am a hopeless romantic. Hearts and kisses, ruffles and lace, love letters and Shakespeare, my head in the clouds.

Listen to it here.

xoxo

Dark Pony Designs Featured in Viva La Moda Magazine!

I am so happy to announce that I am part of Project Reconstruction 

a fashion contest to raise charitable donations for Haiti. Here is my spread in the magazine- I am SO excited!

Please vote for me!!

xoxo

Robin

Behind the Lace Curtain

When done right, there is nothing like black lace. It is a timeless classic that, when used properly, can instantly transform the everyday into a naughty mystery. Think femme fatale, film noir, dangerous glamour, and major trend. I too fell under it's spell at an early age, influenced by the "Vogue" video, old Hollywood, and Joan Collins. Here is a collection of sheer genius.

Dolce and Gabbana

Dolce and Gabbana bustier in V Magazine

Duke and Dutchess Lace Crop Jacket

 Maison Michel Bunny Ear Hat with Veil

Decadent Designz

Prada

Balmain

Alexander McQueen

Madonna

Dottie's Delights

Marilyn Monroe

Sizzle,Sizzle...

Lara Stone is burning up the cover of Interview Magazine this month. 

Bombshell+Amazing photography=ART

Dujour Magazine Cover Contest!

I am helping out the amazing Dujour Magazine with their Cover Contest! Please pick your favorite and leave a comment.

dujour mag cover contest!

Its that time again guys and dolls. Long time fans and devoted Dujour followers know this event all too well. This is our third cover contest, and it gets better each time!

Last year’s contest was for our now collector’s item Art Issue and went down in blogger history with over 1000 votes on our blog alone! We hope to top that this year, because as we always say, nothing means more than the wishes of our readers. Your wish is our command. So make your wish come true by voting below!
Instructions are easy. You have a frothy and delightful helping of cover options below, all numbered at the top. You can comment here or on any of the blogs running our contest. Simply leave the number of the cover and any of your usual love/hate comments. Votes will be tallied after one week and winners will be announced days before the new and breathtaking new ____ Issue hits stands! And yes, we are leaving the title blank because…………drum roll please….commenters selected at random who guess the correct theme of this new issue will be sent a Dujour snail mail goody bag!
Happy voting!

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DARK ROMANCE: DOLCE AND GABANNA FW2010

What can I say? I guess I'm a sucker for Dolce and Gabanna. They have this unique way of staying true to their brand image while pumping out new classics. The cut of the bustiers, pencils skirts, and jackets looks back to a vintage past: 20's flapper, 40's tough girl, 60's bombshell.  I am in love with the statement necklaces, the lace overlays, and the layers of hardware adorning everything from bags to jackets. Even the return to red lips feels fresh and modern. Black, gold, red, green, yellow, leopard, polka dots, and lingerie, oh my! Here are my favorites: