October 2011

3 diy Halloween costumes

mundane duties meets Gothic fantasy

blood drip chain headpiece

day of the dead

a tribute to Edgar Allan Poe

October 2011

Hats by Ms Kitty Mae of Kitty Mae Millinery & Accessories Photos by Hames Morales of TheJamesStudio

Fashion is more than putting together clothes that match; it’s creative expression through the use of fabrics, design, and accessories.

The beauty of fashion as art is that it’s constantly evolving. Hats are the perfect example of this.

Throughout history, hats have undergone many transformations satisfying both practical and fashion purposes. Despite their many uses, hats have often been viewed as accessories. It has not been until recently that hats have come into their own. Designers such as Philip Treacy have helped established hats as unique works of art. The hats of today are for more than bad hair days. They are statement pieces; they are bold and demand attention.

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Hats not only draw attention to themselves, they draw attention the wearer’s face. The stature and position of a hat guarantees this.

When wearing a hat, don’t compete for the spotlight; allow the hat to compliment you. Let your headpiece accent one specific feature by choosing make-up such as a smoky eye or red lips- not both! Finally, choose a hat that reflects your personal style but that will still make you step outside of your fashion-comfort zone. So, go ahead, be bold; we dare you.

By Rachel Knebelsberger

Photo story by Kacey Knight

Marble OPI “Black Onyx” & China Glaze Neon “Purple Panic”

BEAUTY

Bloody Drip

OPI “Alpine Snow” & OPI “The Thrill of Brazil”

FASHION

From left to right: Black lace dress: H&M White lace skirt: Buffalo Exchange Chunky heel: Jessica Simpson Dany

For an age mostly known for admiring women for being pure and stating that it was indecent to show off ankles, the Victorian era was actually quite sexy. Victorian women's apparel consisted of corsets, plunging neck lines and lots and lots of lace.

It was also the era in which Dracula, Frankenstein, and Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde were created. And what did each of these novels feature? A beautiful damsel in distress: corseted, breasts heaving, covered in lace.

Woo you very own Byronic hero (you know, the tall, dark, handsome type) by investing in one of the many lace shifts popping up in stores this season. Cinch it in the waist to recreate the corset look without losing the ability to breath and add a pair of sheer tights to keep warm as the weather cools down.

Happy haunting!

By Danielle Legler

Things you will need: Jewelry Chains, Jewelry Pliers, Cutters (not shown), regular pliers, Jump Rings, a fabric measuring tape, and any dĂŠcor options.

1.First you will want to take your tape measure, wrapping it around your head to measure the circumference, you may or may not want to add an inch or two to the measurement, depending on how tight or lose you want it to fit. This will give you a halo that is proportional to your head size. Which is called a Halo measurement. Next take the tape measure and place it at the middle back part of your head, then

bringing the tape measure to the front of the head, therefore a back to front measurement, this is called a center measurement. Be sure to write them down so you don’t forget!

2.Now lay your chain down on a flat surface, measure out your center measurement with the measuring tape, cut the length of it with your jewelry cutter, then do the same with your halo measurement. You will now have two-chain pieces, one halo and one center. Next take the halo chain and cut it in half, you will now have three pieces, one center and two halos.

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3.Next lay both your halo pieces vertically with about an inch in-between them. Then place your center chain in the middle of them, thus when you look at them in the order from end to end, it should be halo, center, halo, this is to give you an idea of how the pieces will fit together when you put them on the jump ring.

4. Using your jewelry pliers, open a jump ring by inserting the pliers into the center of the ring, then pushing the handles apart you should see a space open up, remove the pliers and slip the three ends of

all the chains onto the ring. Then using your regular pliers you are going to pinch the ring closed to a circle again, so no gap is present. Repeat on the other side.

5. Add any beads, charms or other dĂŠcor items you want. I added a sterling silver charm to the center jump ring in the front to add a more gothic feel. But you can do anything you want or leave it the way it is for a simple look.

Now, it's time to wear your headpiece out on the town and show it off to all your friends.

Photos and story by Ariana Parra

Left: Anatomical Heart Necklace from Blue Bayer Design NYC Photo courtesy of Blue Bayer Design NYC Etsy Shop Right: Feather from local craft store.

Dark and sinister, his poems and short stories are not light reads. And yet, through his daring works, Edgar Allan Poe has greatly influenced American literature. Poe died during the month of October, and as such, it seems fitting to give him a tribute in this month’s issue. Of course, Carbon will do this the best way it knows how: through fashion. These accessories, inspired

by Poe’s life and works, are subtle, chic ways to incorporate a little piece of Poe into your wardrobe.

1. Channel Poe’s poem The Raven by playing with feathered accessories; feeling daring? Go for a feather hair extension.

2. Often pictured in a vest and jacket, take a cue from Poe and incorporate tailored items into your own wardrobe.

3. Push the envelope by wearing jewelry inspired by A Tell-Tale Heart. Leave the cutesy behind and choose an anatomical heart shape by Blue Bayer Design NYC. 4. Tote your own written works and belongings around in style by choosing a vintage satchel.

By Rachel Knebelsberger

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Left: Puff sleeve blazer by H&M Below: Gray pencil skirt by H&M

Satchel from Target

Photo story by Finola Cahill

Victorian jacket, velvet skirt– Jenny Vander; Lace blouse– Harlequin

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Feathers, lace scarf, blouse– Jenny Vander; Skirt– Harlequin

Dress– Jenny Vander; Tank top– Harlequin, Pleated collar– The Design Centre

Superhero

DIY costumes for Halloween are all the rage this year. Try one of Carbon’s favorites for your 2011 Halloween.

Superhero: Save the day in this fab superhero costume. Pair your favorite leotard with a cape, mask and wedges. We picked up this great cape at a local thrift shop for 50 cents and the mask at Target’s dollar spot for one dollar. The leotard and wedges are the model’s own, what girl doesn’t have a leotard and wedges these days anyways? Make your look absolutely perfect with cat-eye liner and black and orange rhinestones.

Keep the rest of your make-up simple, nude lips and light bronzer complement the dark eyes wonderfully.

Pumpkin: Our pumpkin-inspired look is a contemporary take on this traditional holiday treat. We know that no girl wants to look like a round orange ball so try a forest green tank top instead matched with high waist khaki shorts. Bring in the pumpkin aspect with an adorable pumpkin visor. We picked the featured one up at Target’s dollar spot but you can easily craft your own with orange and black foam.

Grapes: We love this fun grape costume. Blow up a pack of green or purple balloons and use safety pins to attach to a strapless leotard. Wear matching tall socks and sparkly shoes. Don’t forget to have fun with your make-up on this one. We opted for gold glitter eyeshadow with purple and pink rhinestones. We chose to finish the face with a bright fuchsia lipstick for an extra pop of color. We suggest pulling your hair off your face to really show off the shape of the grapes!

By Hilary Pendleton

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Pumpkin

Grapes

Los Muertos † The Dead Photos and story by Niki Norris

Día de los Muertos is a holiday celebrated in Mexico and other parts of Latin America that celebrates the lives of deceased loved ones through art, food and music. This holiday is an important part of Hispanic culture and identity and the art and sculpture inspired by Día de los Muertos is some of the most beautiful and distinctive in the world. For me, it is the fusion of Chicano/ Chicana art with this traditional holiday that is the most intriguing. Young artists in Arizona, Texas, California, and, of course, Mexico have used this art to cultivate and express their identity as a generation. The result has been an explosive union of tradition and modernity.

Las Calaveras †The Skulls

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Calaveras, or skulls, are probably the most iconic symbol associated with this holiday. Edible, brightly decorated sugar skulls have been a part of Dia de los Muertos celebrations for generations. However, it is the extravagently colored and intricately detailed (non-edible!) calaveras that represent the youth movement in Dia de los Muertos art. These calaveras (pictured wherever) are from Los Angeles and were painted in 2009. These earrings (pictured wherever), from Etsy (pictured right), are tiny tributes to the calavera painting tradition.

Earrings from Pretty in Ink Etsy shop.

La Inspiración † The Inspiration

Walking the streets of Mexico, in cities like Sonora, Cuernavaca, and even D.F., the nation’s capital, it is easy to see from where the inspiration for the vibrant palet of this holiday comes.

Historically, Mexican artists have had a lot to be inspired by.

Everything from the saturated hues of

native plants as well as the breathtaking historical buildings, like the cathedrals and the Spanish missions in the Southwest, are fertile ground for creativity and inspiration for the art that now dominates Día de los Muertos.

Los Altares † The Altars The altars are the central aspect of Día de los Muertos, since the premis of the holiday is that the souls of your loved ones can return to this world for one night only, and that is the last day of the Día de los Muertos festival. To honor the memories of these people as well as welcome them back to this world, families and friends construct altars that are brightly decorated and hold special items, flowers, and favorite foods for the deceased. It is common to see altars in honor of the Virgin of Guadalupe, an important religious figure for many Mexican-Americans, all year-round, but her offerings get an extra bit of pizzaz around Día de los Muertos. This cocktail ring (pictured wherever) from Etsy (pictured left) is the perfect ode to the Virgin.

Cocktail ring from Artalot Etsy Shop

Viva el Amor † Long Live Love I have grown up surrounded by Hispanic culture and this art and holiday holds a special place in my heart and memories. This holiday is, above all, a celebration of the cycle of live and death and love’s constant presence. The youth movement in Chicano/ Chicana art has infused the holiday with new life and an urban presence. I hope this year when Día de los Muertos arrives, all you Carbonites are ready with your La Virgen de Guadalupe rings and sugar skulls and I hope you party in the names of art and love.

Photos by Graham Jay

Dress: Tightrope Jacket: Vintage thrift

BEAUTY

Haunting eyes for a haunting month.

Channel your inner Goth for a truly eye -popping look. Line your bottom and top lids with charcoal liner and be sure to draw the ends out to a winged tip.

The winged tips will make your eyes look dramatically large and bush-babylike. Use a liquid liner for a smudge proof formula that will last all day and all night.

By Hilary Pendleton

Photo story by Shurie Jenai Green top: KIMICHI BLUE; Belt: Local thrift store; Shorts: BDG; Stockings: Model’s own; Necklace: Local thrift store; Shoes: Jeffrey Campbell

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Dress: Etsy; Belts: Local thrift and vintage stores; Flowers: Model’s own; Shoes: Kimichi Blue; Leather cuff: Local thrift store

Dress: Etsy; Shoes: Pleaser

Hilary Pendleton Founder, Editor & Creative Director Kacey Knight Columnist, Model & Magazine Production Specialist Brittany Pendleton Model Columnists: Ariana Parra Danielle Legler Niki Norris Rachel Knebelsberger Contributors: Be Bold, If You Dare Photographer: Hames Morales of The James Studio Model: Kaitlyn Culliton Hats: Kitty Mae But Reality Intrudes Photographer: Finola Cahill Stylist: Eimear O’Reilly Make Up Artist: Lydia Cogan Hair Stylist: Jen Cowap Model: Sarah Drew Dark Eyed Beauty Photographer: Graham Jay Model & Make Up Artist: Clancee Erin Black Magic Photographer: Shurie Jenai Make Up Artist, Hair & Model: Manchester

Page 4,5- Hats: Ms Kitty Mae of Kitty Mae Millinery & Accessories; Page 6- OPI “Black Onyx” & China Glaze Neon “Purple Panic”; Page 7- OPI “Alpine Snow” & OPI “The Thrill of Brazil”; Page 9- Black lace dress: H&M; White lace skirt: Buffalo Exchange; Chunky heel: Jessica Simpson Dany; Page12- Anatomical Heart Necklace; Blue Bayer Design NYC; Feather: local craft store; Page 13- Puff sleeve blazer: H&M; Gray pencil skirt: H&M; Satchel: Target; Page 14-17- Victorian jacket, velvet skirt: Jenny Vander; Lace blouse: Harlequin; Page 18-19Feathers, lace scarf, blouse: Jenny Vander; Skirt: Harlequin; Page 20-21- Dress: Jenny Vander; Tank top: Harlequin, Pleated collar: The Design Centre; Page 22-23- Leotard: American Apparel; Cape: Local thrift store; Mask: Target Dollar Spot; Wedges: Model’s own; Tank: American Apparel; Shorts: American Apparel; Boots: Nordstrom; Pumpkin visor: Target Dollar Spot; Pumpkin basket: Local thrift store; Leotard: American Apparel; Socks: American Apparel; Shoes: TOMS; Balloons: Target; Safety Pins: Target; Page 25- Skull Earrings from Pretty in Ink Etsy shop; Page 27- Cocktail ring from Artalot Etsy Shop; Page 28-29- Dress: Tightrope; Jacket: Vintage thrift; Page 30- Green top: KIMICHI BLUE; Belt: Local thrift store; Shorts: BDG; Stockings: Model’s own; Necklace: Local thrift store; Shoes: Jeffrey Campbell; Page 31- Dress: Etsy; Belts: Local thrift and vintage stores; Flowers: Model’s own; Shoes: Kimichi Blue; Leather cuff: Local thrift store; Page 32-33Dress: Etsy; Shoes: Pleaser.