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(n.) - a magazine full of rad stuff made by a couple of san franciscan teens

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Poetry

A few tumblr bloggers came together and compiled a poem together. Here's the final, beautiful result:

My soul was wondering

what should i do?                 (KoZ)

Our minds consumed into labour, those who win are in favour.

Bloodshed skies of modesty, souls entwined in false history.

Humanity lost its sweetest core, to choose morality whom our fathers adore.

Over the sea, a whisper calls out the deceit,

but fulfills the prayer in this sacred creed.                  (VLS)

I am bleeding, I’m sure, but I cannot

feel life leaving me like I once did

there are just colors in a puddle with no shimmer or depth (w.d.b)

Yet, our essence is not defined by this lack, rather the life force that continues to run through our impact.

So sit back.

Relax and sink into this moment, for We are natural leaders, rise up and foment.                                                                 (Micaela Lauren)

Yet what difference would our absence make?

The expense of our hearts puts our morality at stake  (vacant-zeal)

This incessant battle is between both body and mind,

When we go will we leave anything truly meaningful behind? (alma-hermosa)

     - by:  VLS, w.d.b, Micaela Lauren, vacant-zeal, alma-hermosa, and KoZ

~~can be found here as well~~

-Isha

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Iconic Models - Ali Micheal

Ali Micheal (Alexandra Nicole Micheal) is an American model who appeared in magazines and many catwalks in and around 2007. She was known for her unusually low weight. In 2008, she was sent home from Paris Fashion Week for having "plump" legs. She had gained five pounds after struggling with an eating disorder. She started to speak out about her struggles and the pressure to be thin as a model. After having to leave Paris Fashion Week in early 2008, she came back strong in September 2008 and walked for numerous high fashion designers. Today, she still models, but mostly for editorials.

-Isha

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BANKSY

       By now, we all probably know the political activist, graffiti artist, and film director who works under the pseudonym Banksy. Starting as an underground graffiti artist in Bristol, Banksy's art include many hidden messages revealing his opinions on politics and society.  Underlying beauty and the stone cold truth are what his works reveal and it's really something to take in. He has grown a massive following since he first started back in 1992 and we cannot wait to see what he does next.

-Ty

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Jan. 22, 2014 in Paris

Maison Martin Margiela’s latest couture collection dazzles us with shiny textures, bold prints, and artistic cuts. The collection is almost Desigual-esque but with a touch of designer fashion and skill. The collection consisted of many other looks, but these four seemed to stand out the most to me in a good, abstract way. x

-Isha

~~source of photos and to see the rest of the collection~~

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RAINY DAY PT. 3

the last part of the 3-part post

Today, whether you go out or not, here’s a rainy day playlist I put together. It has a variety of music ranging from upbeat songs to slower songs (usual rainy day songs). Some are more rainy day sounding than others, but I love listening to all of them on rainy days like today in San Francisco 

(and yes, I know even if there is no sun out I like listening to that Beatles’ song anways)

Cornerstone - Arctic Monkeys

Indie Rokkers - MGMT

Piledriver Waltz - Arctic Monkeys

I Always Knew - The Vaccines

Sweet Life - Frank Ocean

Only Ones Who Know - Arctic Monkeys

Here Comes the Sun - The Beatles

Sweater Weather - The Neighbourhood

Joining the Dots - Arctic Monkeys

Once Upon a Dream - Lana Del Rey

Come a Little Closer - Cage the Elephant

Stop the World I Wanna Get Off With You - Arctic Monkeys

Warm Thoughts - Flume

Colour of the Trap - MIles Kane

TV in Black and White - Lana Del Rey

-Isha

~picture belongs to axis~

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RAINY DAY PT. 2

second part of the 3-part series of today’s rainy day posts

If you decide not to go out today, rainy days are a great day to be cozy near the fireplace, drinking tea/hot chocolate, and to be either watching tv (superbowl today) or reading something great

rainy days are great for wearing comfy clothes and being lazy :) x

Two good reads for this start of Feb. for me are Alexa Chung’s book, It, and the latest February issue of Vogue with funny gal Lena Dunham on the cover

Have a great (superbowl) sunday whether you watch american football or not x 

-Isha

~photo belongs to axis~

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RAINY DAY PT. 1

In celebration of rain finally coming down to the Bay Area in this state-wide California drought, I decided to make a rainy day post (or series of posts) 

part 1: rainy day clothing 

On rainy days, some people stay cozy in their homes, while others put on their rainboots and go out. To me, both sound equally fun, since I love whatever happens when it’s raining. I made an outfit idea for when you’re going out in the rain, but still want to look cute.

Umbrella - well of course

Coat - you will need a coat outside to stay warm, so I’d do for a longer one (below the butt) and one option of this type of coat is a skater coat. There are many others to also wear, including a trench coat.

Sweater - sweater is key because even with a coat, a nice, thick sweater will keep you feeling warm in the rain (unless it’s warm rain). knit sweaters would be a good type of sweater to wear.

Necklaces - right now, the trend is to layer dainty jewelry and it’s totally fine to mix silver with gold. the necklaces will make your look feel more put together and finished.

Jeans - for rainy weather, i’d opt for darker jeans (dark blues, blacks) to fit with the gloom of the sky. jeans with extra pockets or zippers make it even better.

Purse - a small cross-body purse whether across your chest or on one arm is always a great bag to take out. it’s perfect for the outfit in this weather and is great if all you essentially need is your phone, money, gloss, etc.

Rainboots/Socks - rainboots are a necessity for rainy weather. sometimes, you can even wear combats if you don’t mind the rain! boots are a great rain staple and especially if you pair them up with longer socks that peep up from the top of the boots

-Isha

~whole picture (rain in back and artwork) belong to axis~

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Iconic Models - Twiggy

   On September 19th. 1949 in Neadsen, London, Lesley Hornby was born, oblivious to the fact that she would be one of the most influential models of all time. The Sixties were a time of new boundaries in music and fashion. Models and actresses were no longer expected to be gorgeous and proper. It was perfect for “Twiggy", who got her name from her thin build paired with her extremely long lashes and bobbed hair. By the end of the sixties, Twiggy had already graced the covers of Vogue along with other well-known magazines. She was officially a super model working along the lines of girls like Penelope Tree. After her modeling career, Twiggy went on to be a successful singer/artist with songs like When I Think of You and Beautiful Dreams. She also took up acting and hosting, with five seasons of America’s Next Top Model under her belt. Twiggy is truly iconic.

We do not own the images used

-Ty

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Rad Gal of the Month - Beka (Rebekah) aka nymfhet

Interviewed by Ty aka starleht

Axis: Who/ what got you interested in fashion?

Beka: Kind of a weird story, but i wanted to fit in with these preppy girls in middle school. They would read style magazines and worship Gela and Pamela from Juicy Couture. So in an attempt to get more information about the brand I started reading InStyle and I opened a page up to an Alexander McQueen editorial for his collection ‘Plato’s Atlantis’. I felt inspired and the infamous Armadillo Shoes sparked an interest. It was so different from these preppy girls ‘Juicy Couture’ tacky velour hand bags. It was art. So eventually I split apart from the uggs and hollister scene and became infatuated with McQueen and Proenza Schouler. I started playing with my style and eventually designing.

A: How has tumblr helped you?

B: Its helped me in many ways, People began to see more of my style and art and im working on my following. Its helped me get connected to other bloggers, and make loads of friends with common interests. I also get to express my moods and ideas through photos. Its really been a great tool

A: Finally, what advice would you give young teens trying to break into the fashion business?

B: Be yourself! Stick to your vision, but always be humble. And never ever ever give up.

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