TRASH AND VAUDEVILLE: NYC GOTH PUNK CLOTHING SHOP, ONLINE STORE. ST MARKS PLACE, EAST VILLAGE. NY SEXY SHOES & BOOTS.
A regular person’s trash is a spooky kid’s treasure. That’s the spirit of New York clothing store Trash and Vaudeville.
Located on St Mark’s Place (the Goth/punk East Village district , the two levels hold such gems as KISS spiky boots, zebra-striped ripped tops, and red faux fur coats. Whenever I’m in NYC, you’ll be sure to find me here.
Trash and Vaudeville opened in 1975, born from the rock and punk scene. From the start, manager Jimmy Webb has been dressing up customers as Rockers, Mods, Punks, Goths, Rockabillies, and everything in between.
If you’ve got a thing for shoes, the lower level might bring on an aneurysm. Dr. Martens of every variety, including rose-print Docs, and classic black stompers.
The alternative shoe brands include Tripp, Tripp Darkstreet, creepers by Underground, stripper heels by Pleaser.
Yukiro walked away with gold boots.
Don’t you wish your shoe rack looked like this?
Trash & Vaudeville has been in its original location since the start. I’m sure Sid and Nancy stopped by.
The decor’s dark humor. Siouxsie, is that you?
On both levels, you can browse men and women’s alt clothing labels like: Tripp, T.U.K., Rock Tees and Royal Bones.
How about a Hello Kitty purse, or rainbow unicorn?
Past the feather boas and bowler hats, there’s a stellar sale rack.
We got these coats for $9!
So much to see and try on. This remains one of the best NYC shops for alternative wear.
Come and say hi to Jimmy for us. Trash and Vaudeville is located at 4 St Mark’s Place (East 8th between 2nd and 3rd Ave, NYC). Take the subway to the 8th St or Astor Place shop, and walk.
Not in the Big Apple? The store also sells rock clothes online.
PS: These photos were taken with my new camera; what do you think? I switched from the Canon Powershot S90 to the S100, available on Amazon.
Also check out punk store Search and Destroy (on the same block). Click for more of my adventures at NY Fashion Week.
Have you heard of Trash and Vaudeville, or wandered inside? Which fashion items stood out in this post? If you could keep anything from the store, what would it be?
PS: Currently planning my Wave Gotik Treffen, Berlin & Prague press trip… Don’t forget to enter the design contest to “join me”! Learn the details.
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BODYPAINTING COMPETITION: VANCOUVER ART WORLD EXPO. AIRBRUSH MAKEUP COMPETITION, BIF NAKED, ARTIST SHOW.
Remember my spectacular Corpse Bride makeup, by Jennifer Little of Glitter Machine? Last Friday, she presented a body art competition in the Vancouver Art World Expo produced by Monika Blichar of MAB Ventures Inc.
I wore a Yellow House cat-ears hoodie, from the iconic store in Harajuku. I created tight waves to frame my face.
My amazing point-and-shoot is a Canon PowerShot S100, the best handheld digital camera you can get.
Since my hair is now pink-ish, I did shaded eye makeup to match. With little pink gems under the eyes.
Goth Lolita dress: Innocent World, from Closet Child Tokyo
Crucifix ruffle shoes: h.NAOTO, from Closet Child Tokyo
Although the event had many well-dressed guests, nobody could outshine the bodypainted models.
Glitter Machine’s work literally glitters. To create subtle patterns, Jenn airbrushed color over lace.
I caught up with my friend Victoria Ronco, exhibiting her travel photography for the first time. She even made the purse! You can see more via Divina Images.
Mini cupcakes. Can’t resist free food.
There was a fashion show, and 80 artists showing and selling their work.
The girl’s wearing nothing but a thong and heels. The rest is bodypaint!
On the left, I’m being silly. On the right… that’s Bif Naked.
The Canadian rocker’s voice is as gripping as ever, and she spoke endearingly about her inspiration and beloved dog. I loved her acoustic set, with songs like “Spaceman” and “Lucky” off the I Bificus CD.
The highlight of my evening was the body art competition. One by one, the models paraded on stage, twisting and swaying to music. (The entry on the far left won.)
Such intricate 3D detailing.
Kudos to the organizers for a colorful, well-run event with an alternative art pulse.
Also, how hot is Jenn’s Bebe blue lace dress?
PS: I was interviewed for a Huffington Post article about Mexico Gothic Lolitas. Nice to see a community there. Thanks also to ShopTheMag for interviewing me in their B.A.D (Backing Asian Designers) campaign.
Are you familiar with body-painting? What do you think of the technique and visuals? Do you support or take part in local art events?
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