There are two polar views about this video, the former of which is more popularly accepted:

1. That the video is a complete and utter fail compared to Kanye's near perfect catalogue of videography, with videos like West's Runaway short being one of the most iconic in recent pop history.
2. That the video is misunderstood much like Kanye, it is a parody that is vexed for it's intentionally choppy and self-conscious editing, explicitness and implausibility (e.g. Kim's hair flowing the wrong way). 

I am going to have to agree with the latter, because I do not believe that the video is a blimp on the radar at all for West - no one of bothering to understand the video contextually. It was also a collaboration with Nick Knight of SHOWstudio, one of the most revered and experienced British film directors/editors in recent decades, who has been responsible for video's like Lady Gaga's Born This Way and has a list of awards you need more than 10 hands to count on.


One point I would like to make against West is that he knowingly released the video to a general public he knew would almost all divulge the video at face value (hence it's abysmal ratings on Youtube), without understanding any tone of sarcasm or parody - for the internet can be very one dimensional and unthinking these days. In this way, the video is a blunder to it's intended audience.

Whether you like him or hate him, he does make videos and music with statements and style. What are your thoughts?

Here is the video:

If you're not into fusion, well...I am going to take the liberty of introducing you to the sneaker brogue anyway. Whereas full brogues incline toward a more consolidated professional look, this is a shoe classification that lends itself toward formality without looking like you've edged over the threshold of what one would consider as socially acceptable everyday wear to meetups or classes ("Wow you really dressed up for class today!"...I'll take it as a compliment). They are also suitable for afternoon semi-formal events but I personally would not wear them to strictly formal events.

• A black/white pair of these generally match monochrome gear extremely well. They can be worn with a pair of black shorts and matching high or low cut socks. If you want to look more poetic (Wow you're wearing all black, are you depressed?) you could match it with a black button up, or a white button up topped off with a gangster fedora like my plaid outfit post
• A blue or brown derby version of the shoe would match any form of ankle-rolled chinos or jeans with print or plain socks (preferable not of the same color hue: i.e. no blue derbies with blue jeans). 

These are a few examples after the jump. The first of which I own.

In western fashion, the turnover for trends is so frequent. However, denim and leather are two textures, materials and styles that have stood the test of time. They always resurface as elements that are relevant and suitable for mainly casual purposes and tend the look toward something vintage. 2013 saw a huge resurgence, that happens so frequently in the fashion world, of denim shirts and leather jackets, while in the 2010s, an era with an 80s obsession.

I wanted to show you the city that first inspired this blog. LA was the first time in my life where I strayed out of the comfort of my parent's shadow and lived somewhat independently. I travelled with my best friend from city and if there's was only one place I would recommend any Los Angeles visitor to prospect, it is the Mount Hollywood situated Griffith observatory.

It is a both a scientific and astronomic hub and American icon as well as a location for a scenic lookout of the City of Angels. If you're a cinephile, I would like to mention that the drive up to the peak, includes a journey through the Griffith Park Tunnel (used for Back to the Future) as well as a passing of Griffith Park (used for Fincher's Mulholland Drive).

The main structure shines in all it's art decor glory. Parking and entry are completely free. There is a large grass area with many cultural sculptures for you to peruse. Once you are done with that, you can either enter the interior of the building for a historio-science museum-like experience or climb to the roof of the building for the clearest, and probably most stunning, view of Los Angeles that you can get.



The hallowed Hollywood sign is also one of those things you want to get a shot when travelling to the City of Angels.

Take a further look for James Dean, the historio-artistic interior and city views!