Next up to the dusty fashion plate is Carson City’s Naughty or Nice who put a sexxxy spin on some traditional playa pin-ups. Peep the show. Press play then choose hi-def & fullscreen.

Image By Dana PhotoZen Nollsch
Next up to the dusty fashion plate is Carson City’s Naughty or Nice who put a sexxxy spin on some traditional playa pin-ups. Peep the show. Press play then choose hi-def & fullscreen.

Image By Dana PhotoZen Nollsch
It’s not over yet! One of the burner underground’s newest sensations Jordan Miller of Red Dirt Fashion puts her radically unique style on display for our collective inspiration in this Top Five. Prepare to SQUEEEEE
Guest author and fellow Faux Fur Freedom Front Fighter Jordan Miller is the sole-proprietor of Red Dirt Fashions, one of the most radically re-inventive fashion labels we’ve had the pleasure to discover. Now, heeeeerrrre’s Jordan!
Bandannas… Sure, we only have the threat of finding ourselves in a dust storm about a week out of the year, but for that week, bandannas are an absolute must. Not only do they make you look much more fabulous, but they have functionality as well. And for those of us who maintain style notoriety the remaining 358 days a year, a bandanna can be an asset to any ensemble. Even though we do not wake up everyday with the fear of finding ourselves face first with an infamous playa white out, the rest of the year, a bandanna can double as a handkerchief, a napkin, or even a bib for those messy eaters—just remember to wash it regularly (with a fourth a cup of vinegar in the washer to keep colors their brightest)!

Arm Warmers… Anyone who does not wear faux fur for moral implications has felt the consequences from the cold desert night more than others. And even though there are bulky alternatives, for us fashionistas, enduring Mother Nature’s bite is the bitter but more fabulous alternative. My solution for this problem has always been to layer multiple arm warmers underneath my sweaters. This way, one still looks cute and petite in their sexy playa wear, and can endure the pain of below freezing temperatures in style.
Suspenders…. Have you ever found yourself waist deep in a pair of pants that were a size or two too big and could not find a belt anywhere? Burning Man 2009, the morning after we arrived, whilst sizing up my luggage, I realized that I left my only belt at home. A devastating blow for anyone who thinks the pants-below-your-ass look was overdone by the 90’s. However, fate was on my side because I still had my suspenders. Fabulous fashion functionality came to my rescue because, once again, I found the perfect blend of style and utility.
Hobo gloves… For someone who has poor circulation, I have always found that a major concern of mine while out and about is my core temperature. So, as mom always insists, gloves are a must for the winter climate. However, whilst embarking on adventures of the social manner, gloves do not fare well. Encompassed in a thick layer of fabric, while although warm, can become troublesome for fingers when someone has activities to partake upon. So, my solution has always been to cut the fingers off for a stylish and functional hobo glove. Although they are not quite as warm as their uncut cousin, they are way more reasonable since they do not entail constant removal anytime one is doing something that requires nimble fingers
Henry, my fake plastic turtle on wheels… He might not seem like an actually fashion accessory, but I can count the number of mornings that my outfit was completed with his cheerful smile as I drug him along behind me. He is perfect for those saucy mornings after a night full of partying when synapses are not firing rapidly, for he is a great conversation starter. And you can talk about a fake plastic turtle on wheels for a good amount of time with very little work from your cerebral cortex—a must have item for hangovers!
Jordan will soon be relocating to attend the Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising. Click the Follow Along links to the right to be kept up to date on her latest fashion revelations.

How much do you know about stockings? Long a seductive source of mystery, hosiery is a sexy and daring adventure in accessorizing. Fortunately, we are not entirely without guidance …

SockDreams.Com is our tout leading us into the fantastic realm of limb coverings. Once there, it evolves into a learning tool, educating us on the finer points of hosiery style.
It can be challenging to realize how many entries there are in the glossary of terms to categorize stocking types. Anklets and Half-Socks, Mid-Calf or Trouser Socks, O.T.K.s vs. Thigh-Highs!? It gets wonderfully overwhelming in short order.
Ohhhh and we haven’t even touched non-podiatric accessories yet. There are important distinctions to keep in mind between garters and garter-belts, leg warmers vs. leggings, gloves and wrist and arm warmers … And don’t you dare get me going on the tutu/petticoat debate! (Just kidding, we’ll definitely be blogging about that.)
*Sigh* While it’s fun to BE in a place of newness & uncertainty, graduating with some degree of understanding after an hour or two of shopping beautiful, consciously designed and displayed products is mahvelous, not to mention a real accomplishment!

Especially enjoyable are the hand-written and well thought out descriptions of each wonderful creation carried. It quickly becomes apparent that these Sock-Dreamers don’t just love socks, they love each and every item they carry based upon the item’s unique merits.
It’s a brilliant design/supply paradigm! The designers consciously fashion and produce well thought out products. Then, the supplier is able to sift through the flood of products with an educated and creative filter procuring only those that rise above the status-quo. Finally, completing the pyramid, the supplier goes a step further by sharing their knowledge with their customers product by product during the shopping experience. Bravo!
Speaking of sharing knowledge, make sure to check out the Sock Journal aka the Sock Dreams Blog regularly as it is frequently updated with style tips, deep socky thoughts, event notifications, and of course new product alerts. And speaking of checking back regularly, make sure to click the Subscribe links to the right so you can be updated whenever we post something new too!

Last weekend a group of large and in charge fashionistas hosted a rawkus celebration of couture designed with the plump woman in mind. Sexxxy got brought by the babes with the most back to the delight of all.

The Lucsious Ladies of the Fat Girls fashion show took back control of the runway and in doing so manifested the re-envisioning of everything a sensual woman can be. These incredible feme-fatales walked the room in an array of off-the-rack and custom sewn creations, that highlighted the reality of their beauty, power, and energy.
Lauren Mari Hufft Gifford of Prism Magic and Meredith Tanzer of La Bussola brought together a tremendous stable of talent for a revolutionary show that incorporated Burlesque, Lounge Singing, Belly Dancing, and Body Painting performances in addition to epic fashion. An especially notable highlight was the most over-the-top, steamiest, sinful cupcake eating performance we can imagine!
There was a deep sense of knowing surrounding the paradigm shift our community was manifesting that night. Amidst the laughter and wild cheering we all seemed to know that this happening was bringing a much needed counter-balance to the over-sold and brutal “ideal” image of the female form that western culture is currently plagued by. With their own sexual energy and clothing our voluptuous vixens shed the omnipresent awareness of the body a woman is “supposed” to have and transcended all comparisons while giving the finger to any who would scheme to alienate them from their own bodies.

We citizens of Black Rock City are familiar with the conscious act of taking control of our image. Burning man has always been a deliciously deconstructed platform to reform how we see ourselves. Radical self expression is a common description of what we are up to out on the playa but perhaps Larry Harvey said it best in the 2000 SUMMER NEWSLETTER Burning Man Journal ” … participants commune with themselves, … regard their own reality, that essential inner portion of experience that makes them feel real, as if it were a vision. I like to say that visions aren’t defined by light which falls upon them, but that they shine forth with their own light – they radiate outward, they illumine the world, they redefine reality.”
Special thanks to our co-author for this piece Mairin Kareli, Artist and Owner of Kareli Kairos www.karelikairos.com
Mairin’s unique insights can be attributed to her background as an extremely intelligent luscious lady, visual artist, business owner, and fashion designer, as well as multiple other pursuits she is engaged in many of which she excels at beautifully.

Gorgeous women in skimpy lingerie and wings rocking playful, over the top haute couture. It could be the Playa but what we’re hinting at is this year’s annual Victoria’s Secret (VS) fashion show which just occurred.
One of the most anticipated and popular events in the default world fashion community, the annual VS fashion show has a reputation for being a sensational smorgasbord of perfect bodies in sexy undies. This year’s presentation, however, is generating even more buzz than usual due to a bevy of the buxom barbies sporting pieces clearly inspired by alternative fashion sub-cultures, most notably Steampunk.
VS continued their angels-wearing-wings theme but added a daring new twist by replacing feathers with balloons, gears, patchwork quilts, and other nontraditional items. It will be fun to see who from our community will one-up these designers with the wings they construct for this coming year’s burn.
This show reminds us how effective skimpy undergarment outfits are on the Playa. They’re also easy to pack and practically keep themselves organized. Just imagine only needing a medium sized purse for all your Playa outfits! (Well, that and a really warm fur coat.)

Plus, consider the off-playa benefits: cleaning them is a breeze, they’re great for the bedroom or the beach/pool/hot-tub, and they almost never go out of style. The bottom line is, they create a titillating opportunity for adding potent sexual energy to the atmosphere of any situation.
VS’s notable departure from their typically blase’ style campaigns of the past resulted in Playa-worthy looks that are every bit as glamorous while being immensely more fun! Whether or not this is a continuation of the BRC-inspired trendsetting announced during the Milan fashion show is unclear at this point but we’ll take this as a strong indication that the paradigm shift isn’t over yet …
If you’re interested in wings, we’ll be posting soon about a radical pair we are currently crafting. Click the subscribe links to the right and you will be notified!
UPDATE: Watched this show online (click here) 3 times yesterday with a large group and everyone LOVED it. It’s great entertainment in addition to the incredible fashions (many of which I had not seen pictures of yet). I recommend that you skip the “reality show” portions but plan on watching it more than once!

Angela Missoni, a top fashion designer in the default world, debuted her 2010 Spring/Summer line to great fanfare at fashion week in Milan. While her creations shimmered up and down the runway, Missoni dropped a bold
hint at a main source of inspiriation: her daughter’s attendance of Burning Man. (Telegraph Article Here)
But it seems some of the world’s other top designers are taking their inspiration from playa-riffic sources as well! Scope these snapshots from the recent fashion weeks in London, Paris, and New York.
Christophe Decarnin of the Balmain label designed the fashions shown on the left and right of these words. They are dubbed “military” by the default fashion world but seem to be more a very sexy take on Steampunk mixed with a little post-apocalyptic desert organica. It’s easy to imagine a Black Rock Citizen rocking either of these on Playa. Some playa dust might get these models smiling too!
Of course we’re not implying that these fashion designers are “stealing” designs from off the playa. That wouldn’t be nearly so thrilling as the truth of it: that there are beautiful similarities emerging between what is considered avant-garde at the heights of default world fashion and what has always constituted beauty in our own dusty couture community.
There is a paradigm shift occurring and the particulars of who did what or took inspiration from whom are losing significance, giving way to the beauty of synergistic and spontaneous combustions of human creativity without judgment or the need for credit. That’s what this site is all about! Sharing ONLY the intention to inspire and provide helpful tools that will assist you in manifesting the fashion experience you choose to create for yourself and others with no judgment or concept of authority.
The fact that we arrived at the idea for this blog just days before this story broke is a great example of the metaphysical mechanics at play. A nod in our direction from the global fashion industry verifies that we are not alone in feeling this shift. Stay with us and share in the creation of a fashionably new paradigm by clicking on the Subscribe links to the right.
