#inrapture

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THE MYSTIC The word mystic is derived from the Ancient Greek word meaning "secret" or "concealed." In some senses mysticism can be understood as union, or oneness, with the Absolute, the Infinite, or the Divine. Many mystics sought this oneness in deep isolation from the world. Caves were such a spaces. The sensory deprivation experienced in caves was understood in many cultures to have a psychotropic quality, a setting for divination and the dwelling-place of oracles.

Photography: Alexander Newman

Styling and Art Direction: Rachel Newman

Jewelry: Chris Habana

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THE PEINETA or MANTILLA COMB

The white-washed adobe wall, wrought iron, and old gravestones seen here belong to Mission Dolores. Built in 1776, the structure is the oldest standing building in San Francisco, California. The costume is inspired by the "majas", a style of dress the originated at this time in Spain, the colonial power that built this mission. The practice of draping lace mantillas over high combs called peinetas originated in 18th century Spain. Lace mantillas became popular during the 17th and 18th century in Spain and were often depicted in portraits by the famous Spanish artists, Diego Velazquez and Goya. This photo was taken in the graveyard, which is next to the mission. With the construction of the missions, the Spanish facilitated a mass genocide of the native people of California. Over 5,000 native people were buried in mass graves here, which are now covered by an elementary school playground next to the church. Dating back to 1776, the Mission Dolores Cemetery was a burial place for early Catholic settlers and some 5,000 Ohlone and Miwok whose land was stolen during the Spanish and American conquests of California.

Photography: Alexander Newman

Styling and Art Direction: Rachel Newman

Tortine Peineta: Estate Sale, San Francisco

Mantilla: Lace, Fabric Outlet, San Francisco

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(via https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y-Hpq7GkSIc)

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THE EMBELLISHED KAFTAN

Although the kaftan had existed for centuries throughout the former Ottoman Empire, Persia, and North Africa, it found its way back into European fashion in the 1890s when Alix of Hesse wore a traditional Russian kaftan during her coronation as Empress of Russia.

Photography: Alexander Newman

Styling and Art Direction: Rachel Newman

Vintage Moroccan Robe: Held Over Vintage, San Francisco, CA

Vintage Karakul Hat: Anastacia’s Antiques, Philadelphia, PA

Earrings: Kenneth Jay Lane

Septum Piece: Chris Habana

Ring: Static Vintage, San Francisco, CA

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Rock!

[starsandgutters]

... Am I a lesbian then?

According to von Krafft-Ebing…. Welcome to the club.

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Diazomethane: If you could learn to do anything, what would it be, beb? :*

Ohh I’d love to be able to play an instrument. I’ve tried teaching myself and failed epicly. I’d like to learn the guitar some day :3bonus fun fact: in pure form at room temperature diazomethane is an extremely sensitive explosive yellow gas

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Sharon thinks I look like Jack Frost. Idk how I feel

Jack Frost is a fucking hottie, feel honoured. Hottie.