Dr. Who Chic at Marc by Marc Jacobs

Confession time: I do not like Marc Jacobs’s clothes. Fashionistas might say I just don’t get him, but still. I think they are overly crazy, and not entirely brand-conscious. Like, I doubt that in future generations someone would recognize this frumpy 80′s extravaganza, this pastel Grandma costume (tights and peep-toe shoes?), and this “Little House in the Prairie” ensemble as being by the same designer. I understand being creative, but designing clothes for a famous label should also be about being able to identify with it. That said, what he does for his other brand, Marc by Marc Jacobs, pretty much always hits the awesome mark. Some comments about his Fall/Winter 2009 collection after the cut.

A diamond might last forever, but a fandom scarf lasts until that fandom’s sequel

I admit it: My name is Francisco and I am obsessed with scarves. And the thing is it’s not very easy to explain why. I grew up in a city where the weather is sauna-like about 90% of the year, and where 15°C (59°F) is considered “ohmygod where is my coat?”-cold. A couple of years ago, I joined a musical theater group, and in order to sing properly, I had to take care of my throat. So, my mom’s friend gave me my first scarf; a khaki one knit in seed stitch. Then I bought my knitting loom, and I started making scarves like there was no tomorrow! This past June, I finally made one for myself. It is 7.5 ft long, and has lapislazuli and black panels. I love it. After making that one, I discovered the concept of “fandom knitting”, and the fact that there are tons of fandom scarves out there! So that is my current obsession: making my collection of fandom scarves grow. Below is a list of fandom scarves I have or plan on making in the future, counting down to my favorite one.