Name: Ms. Meka Nism
Profession: Musician, performer & artist (www.msmekanism.com)
Locale: Kyoto, Japan
Favorite shops/labels: Hanijiro, Inperial, We go, Chicago, Spins (ALL Used & Vintage) Also, Asian shops always catch my eye. ^*^*^
Fashion Influences: Gypsy Rock!!! My influences come mostly from music. If I feel the rhythm in the clothing, then I can dance to the beat. The colors in flowing material make the energy in the environment come alive. If you walk down the street wearing an artistic explosion, other people's eyes open to the possibility of art in daily life.
Local Fashion Scene: Kyoto Kimonos have a special power, such extreme controlled beauty. The discipline and budget it takes to wear one properly confounds me. Though, I have worn a yukata (light summer kimono) for a rock show or a summer party, just with a different take on obi sash arrangement.
The color scheme of Kyoto fashion is based on nature, which can be muted and basic. A a cool breeze in the land of violent uber pop culture that thrives are clashing patterns and burning fluorescents.
Kyoto lines are clean and orderly, but often slanted or asymmetrical. It's like walking sideways in the temple garden; a subtle but enchanting rebellion.
*Interested in being a Peach?*
Send 1) one full-length pic, 2) 2 to 4 other snapshots that capture your style, 3) your name, locale, fav shops, influences, the scene in your city, or any other pertinent info to pickypeaches@gmail.com
