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DAY OF THE DEAD PARADE, ART & MAKEUP: DIA DE LOS MUERTOS, MEXICAN RITUAL. BREAD OF THE DEAD, CATRINA SKELETON.

Posted by La Carmina on December 17, 2011


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They call her La Catrina, or the elegant skull. She’s all bones, usually clad in a long robe and carrying a scythe. And this is her holiday: Day of the Dead.

On November 1st and 2nd, Mexicans honor those who have passed. But it’s not a gloomy holiday – quite the opposite. Day of the Dead is a vibrant celebration that shouts yes — the dead can dance.

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I had the pleasure of celebrating Dia de Los Muertos this year… in the historic district of Mazatlan, Mexico!

Horse cigar ring: gifted from Erica Anenberg
Dress: gifted from Sourpuss Clothing

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The ritual traces back to the Aztecs, who worshipped a god named ‘The Lady of the Dead’. In modern times, this ghoulish goddess is known as Catrina… And her image haunts every corner of Mazatlan.

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Night falls, and the darkest celebrations begin. Family members visit graveyards, sometimes camping out all night. They pray and share their favorite memories of the deceased.

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But I’m in the mood to dance. So I’m joining the Day of the Dead parade.

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Locals gather in Old Mazatlan for the annual procession. They’re put on elegant costumes and painted their faces like skulls. With folk music and firecrackers, the dead have come back to life.

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Lively, and slightly scary. (With my talented filmmaker, Melissa.)

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I saw many colorful altars to remember the dead. They’re decorated with real or paper marigolds, photos, favorite meals and objects. And, of course, sugar skulls – which have the name of the dead written on the forehead.

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There’s even a special food for the occasion: Bread of the Dead! Sold in Panama Bakery, It’s airy and sweet, and has a cross-bone on top. Don’t worry – it’s safe for the living to eat.

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When the party was over, I hopped into one of these pulmonias (open air taxis unique to Mazatlan). Time to crawl into my coffin!

Are you familiar with Day of the Dead? What did you think of the celebrations and visuals in this post? If you have questions, I invite you to leave a comment here or on my Facebook; I’ll be sure to reply.

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SEXY HIGH HEEL BOOTS! GLADNEWS: COOL DESIGNER JAPANESE SHOES, SPIKY ROCKER FOOTWEAR. LEOPARD PRINT FUR COATS.

Posted by La Carmina on December 11, 2011


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Uh oh. Today’s post contains… sexy, spiked platform shoes!

But first, a small Christmas favor. Do you pirates shop on Amazon.com? If so, would you kindly buy via this link (so I get commission?) There’s absolutely no extra costs to you. Simply click-click to access Amazon, and purchase anything from the site. Thanks!

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I don’t usually shop in Lumine East Shinjuku, the department store next to station. Most of the boutiques are mori / forest / hippie style.

But there’s rockin’ exception: GladNews.

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Leopard print fuzzy coats! Spiky sneakers! Punk platforms with skyscraper heels! I think they give Jeffrey Campbell a run for his money.

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There’s clothes for both guys and dolls. Tons of skull and animal prints, and metal chains.

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Faux fur is wild in Tokyo right now. I love my Banana Fish cheetah fuzz-jacket (that I wore on NHK TV).

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It pays off to visit an atypical shopping location. I’m glad I stumbled across GladNews.

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Nearby, in the underground Shinjuku Subnade, is Algonquins. The brand also has a punk-rocker flavor.

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Got tons of holiday shopping to do? Don’t despair. It’s easier than ever to find cute Gothic clothes and Japanese cosmetics online. Below are my picks; click the photos, or search for yourself on Amazon USA or UK.

Did you get some gift ideas from this post? What is on your Christmas wishlist?

Album of the Day: Dir en Grey – Dum Spiro Spero (Congrats to Megan and Sumer, winners of the ticket and poster giveaway!)

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