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God, those clothes are stupid.

That's child abuse just having them wear those clothes.

are the clothes for kids anyway, who would wear this stuff?

It looks like a halloween costume.

No one in real life is intended to wear the designs the way they're presented ... it's a "show." 

The one coat with the embroidered shawl thingy is pretty ...

I like the silver top in the first photo, too. 

The shoes in both photos ... heinous. 

Uno, so true!  I hope you are enjoying yourself.

I have to tell you, I think that little jacket could definitely be cool.  What do you think of the buckle shoes?  I have never been a big buckle person. 

I think at the age of 14, certain kids are thrilled with this work.

It's the year of the human mushroom, apparently.

Re: buckle shoes

Somebody derives inspiration from the Keebler Elves.

Are you referring to the hats?  or  Something I said?

I don't know of any kids putting outfits together like that.  Maybe a piece here or there.  My daughter is 14, she wears Levis and nice shirts.  Boots!  Normal.

In the summer, respectable levi shorts and a tank top.  Flipflops.  Normal

Having a great time ... my two local grandbabies are over and it's like a tot party over here. 

The jacket is beautiful, but the shoes ... meh.  I'm not much into the Pilgrim look.  Maybe for the Thanksgiving season ...

I'm not sure how I feel the 14-year-old models ... although I'm sure there are a gaggle of kids who'd think it's super cool to walk down the runway during Fashion Week.  

Pilgrim look...Perfect!

I was trying to figure where that was going in my mind, and you nailed it.

I don't think these kids do this full time.  Could be wrong.  If it is a bit here and a bit there, under supervision.  I'm not that against it.  My daughter is dying to work, except her version is volunteering at the animal shelter, she finally is old enough, insurance purposes wouldn't let her do it last year. 

The clothes are crazy, but they cover them up.  It's not really sexy, more over the top.  I worked cleaning cottages and giving kids pony rides at 14.  I think we forget 14 is growing up.

Uno, I forgot about the grandbabies.  So are you saying you have two others  besides the one who flew in.  What ages are they?  You must be having a blast!  Enjoy!!!

The first thing I thought of when I saw these clothes was Alice in Wonderland. I don't know why.

Keebler elves...too funny     Also perfect!

his baby sister just turned 2 ... the little blonde is 2-1/2 ...

They're pretty pooped right now and playing quietly. Monkey Joe's is a great place to work off some of that energy. 

Angela, now that you mention it.  I see it more in #2 than #1.

Wow, you got your hands full.  But you're the grandma, so all is good.  Are their parents around, too?  I hope so for your sake.  That is a fun age.

Is Monkey Joe's one of those big crazy gym type, bouncee/jumpee type of place?

She's about 6' tall and all legs ... she's just got a job and Gillyhooks(?1?!/) ... it's the lingerie store tied to Abercrombie.  She was shopping with a friend and was "recruited" ... they asked if she'd like to be a "model" for the store.  Which is another name for salesclerk.  The "uniform" is one of their outfits (they sell real clothes ... not just underwears), for which they only have to pay the tax. 

She's thrilled. and flattered ...and I'm for her, too ...

But, then, it just seems sort of wrong, the message ... that the right looks will get you everywhere.

No worries ... a bunch of adults here. Yes ... they are very fun ... and pretty funny, too. 

And yes ... that's exactly what Monkey Joe's is.  Big jumpy, bouncy fun ...

..............oh, nevermind.

Suzanne - NOT YOU!!!!!!!!!!!!!  I was referring to the designer!  The shoes remind me of the keebler elves.  The hats remind me of cartoon toadstools.

I agree that the jacket is very nice, but there is entirely too much of it.  It should be cut shorter and more fitted.  But the shrug across the top is very nice.

I wasn't sure if you were telling me my brain turned to mush

Which might not be so far from the truth. 

Uno

My personal favorite is #3 in the slide show.  Homeless Chic.

http://www.tressugar.com/Ugly-Mens-Fashion-From-2011-Spring-Paris-Fashion-Week-8903543

Meet Thom Browne

http://www.thombrowne.com/home.php

http://www.regretsy.com/?s=catwalk

I could actually picture item #6 on someone like Iggy Pop ...

But Uno, how could you put it on without shredding it more?

Check out Thom Browne on regretsy.  

Yeah, more problems with the outfits than whether or not a 14 yr old is modeling them. 

May have to shop for an "Easter Bonnet" 

Seem to me too that "pilgrim shoes" were popular maybe about 20 yrs ago too.

In another few years Doc Martens will be back.

what looks dumb now becomes cool once you get used to the look ...

A lot of fashion is taken from the street these days. 

I *heart* fashion ... it's art and though some of it looks dumb to a lot of people, most of it is an expression of creativity ... I can never really find fault with creativity. 

Not that I don't think some "creative" people are pure hacks. 

I love the skirt ... and the boots. 

For me, though ... can't picture Mr. Uno in that getup. 

I the boots ... wonder if they've got a heel

I looked at the Thom Brown stuff and I love all the spikey stuff ... I can't imagine wearing a full face mask, though ... I can't even tolerate hats ...

I love the insanely padded shoulders & knees (the lumpy, overmuscled guy look), and the old-timey bank robber masks.  Everything worn with hockey shoes from hell. 

And I'll say one thing - look at the way that skirt is sewn together up there, particularly the hem.  Beautiful. 

OMG- Thom Brown Fall/winter 2011.  Get outa here! Is it a burqa or a nun?

Flying Nun in a Burqa and a turtle neck? Or is it a whiplash collar?  Did you see the photo where he has the male models dressed like misbehaving Catholic school boys being confronted by 2 of these winged-hatted black tent creatures? They look ready to whip out some yardsticks and start beating.  That's a pretty frightening fashion image.

The latest in cat fashions:

No buckle shoes for me ! : )

No kidding!

I just don't know what to say about these.

http://www.hogwild.net/Rants/crazy-fashion-pictures.htm

The armless outfit cracked me up, though.

Those are hilarious.  OMG - especially the black fur thing and the portable sound state on the woman's head.  But I like this:

This one is truly frightening.

Somebody get that girl a cracker!

I don't like the sweater pulled over her head that way.

Yeah... the anorexia model. Sad.

Yes, very sad.

Yet- loved those Capitol buildings.

They made Madonna's cones seem mild.

in the bubble dress. 

I do hope no one takes this personally and it is not meant as a religious put down, but this reminds me of a Hassidic youth gone mad.  Or maybe Laban Gruber from Lancaster PA on his year in the real world.

And how exactly does this child see to walk down the runway.

This seems to be a real knock off of a burqua of sorts.  Except for the knees and midriff, no one could get any sexy interpretation.

A male burqa.  For days when you're feeling fat...

My favorites:

I love those padded knees and shoulders! More:

The "Lurch" look updated.

 I Love Lurch!

I like that one long sleeve on that hideous sweater that's wearing the remnants of another sweater.  It's like grandma went off her meds and just kept knitting until they pulled the needles out of her hands.

And that walrus face mask...to die for, right? (wrong, but so much fun to laugh at anyway).

Hey- what about Thing?

I don't know, but I feel certain that Thom Browne would have paid an homage to Thing, and even Cousin It, at some point in his career.

I'll see what I can find.

http://www.thombrowne.com/lookbook-detail.php?img=995&page=5

Uncle Fester likes chicken:

http://www.thombrowne.com/lookbook-detail.php?img=995&page=5

You know what the incredibly sad part is?  Thom Browne is an uber millionaire.  He actually earns an obscene living from throwing this sh1t up on a runway and calling it fashion.  The other obscene part are the people in the audience, the fashion buyers, magazine editors, models, photographers,etc. who sit on their little chairs, politely emitting ooohs and ahhhs and daintily clap, clap, clapping for someone who in all likelihood is somewhat insane--as they all must be.

Ahahahahahahahahahaha

I am the walrus--John Lennon

How proud this guy's mother must be.

Reminds me of Zoidberg from Futurama.

Nancy, I'm still hunting for Thing.  I know he's in there somewhere.

I'd die laughing if Zoidberg was the inspiration for that and Browne is making millions off of it as a fashion statement.

I posted the wrong link for Uncle Fester.  Here it is (get ready.  You're not going to believe this one):

http://www.thombrowne.com/lookbook-detail.php?img=468&page=3

Thom Browne for women:

I think that is cracker girl in the back, isn't it?

I am baffled by the feet, here,  where are they.  And love the hand wear.  Looks like a lobster in a dress.