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New York Goth, Punk, Industrial, Alternative style & shopping. St Mark’s Place NYC. Happy Thanksgiving!

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If you’re on my Twitter or Google Plus, you’ll already know… we Pirates landed a new TV job, which will shoot early next year! Details and destinations to come soon. (Above: doing a segment with Fashion TV Japan during NY Fashion Week.)

I was chatting with Yukiro yesterday, and there’s a lot we are grateful for. Here’s some reflections (and bonus NYC photos) on Thanksgiving Day.

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First, I’m thankful to all of you who believe in my work. This journey’s been long and strange, and your support is very meaningful to me.

(Above: sitting front row at the Vantan Tokyo runway show, inside Lincoln Center.)
Zombie and eyeball hairclips: gifted by Kreepsville 666
Sunglasses: gifted by Lumete
Zombies tshirt and cardigan: gifted by Sourpuss Brand Clothing
Tulle skirt: gifted by Shabby Apple

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I’m beyond grateful for good friends and the good times we have together. Yukiro and I can inject hell and horror into any mundane situation…

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Even when riding the NY subway…

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… or ordering pizza.

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I appreciate being able to travel so much for my work, allowing me to discover new corners of the world. (Vietnamese pho at 2am, St Mark’s Place.)

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I know I’m very lucky to have this mobility, which lets me see friends in wide-spread places. (Mugging outside Kenka izakaya.)

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Super grateful for RuPaul’s Drag Race. But seriously, Ru’s a pioneer and his show shines a light on alternative culture. Inspired to do the same.

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Here’s to good causes and good food. Jenny of ProjectExplorer (a terrific, non-profit educational travel series) took us to Spice Market in the meatpacking district. I’m salivating as I recall the south Asian flavors… coconut rice, shaved tuna with chili tapioca, yuzu drink, and pumpkin ginger cheesecake.

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Let the ghostly adventures continue! Click for more NY Fashion Week coverage, including runway shows and parties.

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What are your plans for Thanksgiving? Will you be eating cute or scary desserts?

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What are you thankful for today? I’d love to hear your thoughts in the comments, or on my Google Plus.

PS: since some of you asked, these photos are taken with a Canon Powershot S100, available on Amazon. Simply the best compact camera on the market.

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Hong Kong fashion bloggers panel at Dragon-i, Social Media Week! Kusuri designer raincoats, cute kawaii Jpop clothes.

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I love meeting fashion bloggers around the world — there’s strength in numbers!

At Hong Kong Social Media Week, I took part in a panel about the business of style blogging. My top and raincoat are from a brilliant new brand: Kusuri Enterprises.

Designer Lauren Bitar launched Kusuri in February 2012. Her clothes have a Jpop influence, and the angel wings represent flying away from the mindless life of a drone to realize your full potential.

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My pin-up hair is by by Emma Woodall of Toni and Guy Hong Kong. My roots were showing, so she got creative and extended the darkness with hair color spray!

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Everyone went nuts over the wings on my Kusuri Bodhi Coat. They’re detachable, as is the hood. The raincoat’s material is sturdy and well-stitched, and cast a translucent silhouette as I moved.

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Beneath, I wore Kusuri’s sweet, custom-printed racer tank. The cut is flattering and ideal for layering. I finished the look with her Day to Night purse with metal chain.

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On the famous Wyndham Street in Lan Kwai Fong, Central. Onward to the panel at Dragon-i.

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I spoke at HK Social Media week with fashion insiders: JJ AcunaCindy KoRina HarianandKiri Sinclair, GenevaJasmine WebsterLa CarminaOlly Finding.

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We discussed blogger-brand relations, such as how to find a good fit for both parties, negotiate, and monetize. Professionalism and meaningful content always come up on top.

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After, it was wine time. (Above 3 photos by Mischa Designs)

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Special thanks to Jasmine Webster (far left) for inviting me to take part, and moderating a successful night.

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But wait! There’s more Kusuri designs to share. My yellow raincoat matched the giant happy face at Times Square in Causeway Bay.

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You can find Kusuri at NYC’s Trash and Vaudeville, and LA’s Happy Six on Sawtelle Blvd. Designs are also available via the official site and Karmaloop.com’s Kazbah.

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I wore a soft, green Kusuri jacket to the new Hysan Place mall. Excited to see her next collection, which will launch in January. (The bag is Hyoma, from my beloved I.T / Izzue store.)

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I ran into a Frankenweenie display. The new Tim Burton film is a must-see.

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Tons of Hong Kong food adventures with John Skeleton to come.

Have you explored Hong Kong’s fashion scene? Are you intrigued by Kusuri Enterprises’s poppy designs? PS: these are older photos, my hair color is now violet as seen on TV!

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