One of my new year's resolutions was to wear less black. Clearly, I am already failing on day 7. Pat on the back. But I'm not too bothered by this. It's classic, effortless, and energy efficient. You're probably wondering what the latter even means. Y'know, black absorbs sun rays and heat, and on these inhumanely cold days I could use as much of this sun-basking ectothermic / poikilothermic action I can. Excuses excuses.

The faux fur vest I'm wearing here has been a recent favourite of mine--it has more or less assumed the role of second skin. Based on how long winters last here, I started thinking of more of these furry investments. The immediate images that popped into my head were the Martin Margiela wig coats from as early as 1995. The Spring 2009 reiteration was genius. I'm so fascinated by it, that I'm certain if I do purchase another furry (or hairy) piece of outerwear it'd be as disturbing as Margiela's. Perfectly put by SHOWstudio, "it is an adornment which repels and yet, oddly, manages to seduce."

Now, where on earth would I be able to purchase a piece like this? Naturally, my DIY mind started envisioning solutions, the Fashematics way.




Do I have the guts to purchase bagfuls of black wigs to wear on my shoulders? Maybe on a day when I'm more caffeinated and feeling more heroic.