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Daulmonster Forever

Por: Ophelia Ford | 0 comments | Labels: Models

I was shocked to the core when I found out about the passing of one of my favorite models Daul Kim.

I first fell in love with the strikingly beautiful and wonderfully quirky Korean model when I came across her clips on Modelinia and became an avid fan of her blog I Like To Fork Myself soon thereafter.

Daul was popular not only as a model, but as a DJ also and everyone loved her as a brunette and even more as a peroxide blonde. She was multi-faceted and talented and had the most amazing attitude and humor.

There was just something about Daul that made me wish I knew her in real life and that she was one of my real friends.

The cause of death has yet to be confirmed, but sources are claiming it wasn't under suspicious circumstances and that the beautiful model took her own life.

Which is really crushingly heart breaking. We will never know what goes on inside each others heads and not many of us will ever understand the torment and everyday ordeal caused when suffering from depression.

All I know is that I will never forget Daulmonster. She was my first proper favorite model and a real inspiration to me in terms of staying true to your own individuality and living life with the best sense of humor possible.

May she rest in peace. Forever.

All images taken from a variety of sources through Google.

Currently listening to 'Nude' by Radiohead.

Currently Coveting

Por: Ophelia Ford | 0 comments | Labels: Currently Coveting

I haven't done a Currently Coveting post in quite some time. Possibly because I haven't lusted after anything very noteworthy at all. Until I laid my eyes upon this...

The Wolfberry Cocktail Dress, designed by Roksanda Ilincic for Whistles and as modeled by Ali Michael below, actually made me go weak at the knees when I first spotted it on the 2nd floor of Brown Thomas a couple of weeks ago.

It's completely covered in black lacquered corsages and looks like a wearable piece of art. It's mouth-wateringly beautiful, but also looks slightly sinister and poisonous. I'm head over heels in love with a dress.

I'm pretty sure I've had dreams about it. I feel like I've tried it on, but I know I haven't; I didn't have the time to when I first saw it and wouldn't have been brave enough to. If it didn't look as good on me as it did on the mannequin, I surely would have cried.

None the less, it has become a secret obsession of mine. Here's hoping it's still in stock come pay day.

Currently listening to 'Bad Romance' by Lady Gaga.

Turn On The Bright Lights

Por: Ophelia Ford | 1 comments | Labels: BT2

I left work in a really good mood tonight and instead of being annoyed by the fact it was windy and raining, I strolled up Grafton Street and took pictures of the infamous Brown Thomas Christmas windows.

The Brown Thomas Christmas windows are a landmark on Grafton Street every year and I used to remember being so excited as a kid, going to see them at Christmas time, followed by a trip to Santa's Grotto. Aw memories, so cute.

This year they stuck with a classic Christmas theme, but the warmth and luxury that shines through as you stand there admiring the display proves that classic certainly doesn't mean boring.

Yummy, mini mountains of Ladurée macaroons (pictured above).

Not to forget the BT2 Christmas windows just down the street! I really love the "It's What's Inside That Counts" theme the store went with this year.

I want to own literally every prop they've used in the display (see below); everything is so quirky and cute and the windows look like the inside of a cosy little apartment.

After my stroll up Grafton Street, I took a look up at all the magical Christmas lights lining the way and the sight melted my cold heart a little bit.

For all you non-Irish readers out there "Nollaig Shona Duit" means Merry Christmas in Irish. And I'm certainly looking forward to a Merry Christmas indeed this year.

Currently listening to 'My Girls' by Animal Collective.

A Quick Note

Por: Ophelia Ford | 1 comments | Labels: My Style

I just want to apologize for the state of the blog at the moment. I started playing around with the layout a while back, because I wanted a fresh new look, but unfortunately I shouldn't have started messing with something I have no clue about!

I wish I could say that I'm working on it, but what with working and interning six days a week and being too exhausted to do anything other than sleep, eat and blog on my only day off, it's going to take me a while to get this sorted.

There appears to be something weird going on as well, because when you click Next Post at the bottom of the page, only the headings of my older posts show up and also there are lots of random Spanish words floating about. Hmm...

Hopefully this great picture of everyone's idol Lara Stone will make up for it in the mean time.

Currently listening to 'Let's Buy Happiness' by Boyz Noise.

Karl McCaughey Photography

Por: Ophelia Ford | 0 comments | Labels: Images

I've been meaning to blog about a guy I know Karl McCaughey for some time now. I mentioned him in a post a while back, when he did the PR shots for American Apparel Dublin, but his work is pretty great and I wanted to share it with you guys.

Pictured above are James, Sophie and Antony who all modeled in a Circus themed shoot Karl did for Limehouse Magazine.

Some more of my favorite pics taken by Karl are the studio and live shots of our friend Patrick's amazing band The Vagabonds, as pictured below.

Check out their MySpace and come to their next gig, they're absolutely brilliant live.

As you can see from the above pictures, Karl's style is wide and varied and my favorite Paul Banks look-a-like certainly has a bright future ahead of him! His work can be seen frequently in The Dubliner Magazine.

I love writing about creative and talented people that I know, because at the end of the day, they're who inspire me the most.

All images taken from Karl's website and blog.

Currently listening to 'Broken Drum (Boards of Canada Remix)' by Beck.

Stellar Magazine December 2009

Por: Ophelia Ford | 2 comments | Labels: Journalism

The December issue of STELLAR Magazine hit the newsstand last Thursday and Leonn and I ran from work in a tizzy to see how our big editorial debut looked.

The opening page of the article is really striking and I love how we all look so different and showcase our own individual style.

Pictured above from left to right is Blanaid of Blanaid, Laura of The Stylebitches, Catherine of OffShoot, Jessica of Get Your Frocks Off, Laura of Whisty Blogs Dublin Fashion, Arsheen of Fashion Filosofy, Leonn of Cosmo-Sparkle and me.

I'm not too fond of my own page in the article and that's no reflection on the wonderful work of Lili Forberg or Corina Gaffey whatsoever, they were a dream to collaborate with.

I just regret choosing the outfit I wore on the day and hate the way I look so pale and am posing so awkwardly... This is why I don't post pics of myself on Ophelia Ford. I hate photos of myself, which is quite a funny trait.

Also my name is spelled wrong, which I usually wouldn't care about, but recently in both work and my internship (and now in STELLAR) people always leave the O out of my surname O'Doherty. Grrr.

But anyway, I certainly have no right to complain! It was so exciting to be featured in one of Ireland's top fashion magazines and I will never forget the wonderful experience.

Top image scanned by Laura of Whisty Blogs Dublin Fashion and bottom image scanned by me.

Currently listening to 'Qui Est Cette Fille' by Yelle.

New Spectacles

Por: Ophelia Ford | 0 comments | Labels: My Style

I bought new glasses the other day and they're lovely. I've always been as blind as a bat, but absolutely hated wearing glasses because I've never actually found a pair that I liked. I wear contact lenses now and again, but they scratch my eyes, so really aren't the best option.

In fact, if you read the About Me section on my Facebook, you will notice I have a paragraph from 'Scar Tissue' by Anthony Kiedis quoted...

"She had an ethereal, dreamy personality that was typified by her adamant refusal to wear glasses despite terrible nearsightedness. I once asked her if she could see without them and she said that things were very fuzzy. So why didn't she wear the glasses? I really do prefer the world unclear, she said."

I don't know what's more annoyingly ironic, having that quote on my Facebook or suddenly starting to wear nerd glasses. Hmm...

I made my way to Optilase around the corner from work, because I noticed that they had started stocking Cutler and Gross, which are possibly the chicest glasses I've ever laid my eyes upon.

I couldn't wait to spend my hard earned cash on a pair. Where others will blow 400 bills on a pair of shoes or a bag, I went all out on a pair of specs. They are going on my face after all...

Anyway I've decided to start a little side project after a fun night out with my new glasses in tow... Check it out here.

Currently listening to 'Satan Said Dance' by Clap Your Hands Say Yeah.

Vintage Blogging

Por: Ophelia Ford | 2 comments | Labels: American Apparel

When I'm not working or interning (or sleeping) I blog for American Apparel Dublin on the California Select Blog. Click here to keep up-to-date on all of AA Dublin's contributions.

Today was lots of fun putting this week's post together, because we got a delivery of Vintage Winter Coats and Jackets from the California Select Headquarters in LA yesterday.

How cute is Leonn? She modeled for the post, along with our fellow Sales Associate Jane, who is so incredibly fabulous and our super Store Manager Liam. I love this picture!

Leonn is wearing American Apparel Vintage Eyeglasses, California Select Vintage Tweed Blazer, California Select Vintage Leather Belt and American Apparel Opaque Two Colour Pantyhose.

Picture taken by me in American Apparel Dublin.

Currently listening to "Shadows (Tanlines Remix)" by Au Revoir Simone.

Where The Wild Things Are

Por: Ophelia Ford | 0 comments | Labels: BT2

I didn't have much of a conventional childhood at all, so any time there is huge nostalgic hype regarding iconic milestones from our youth, I often find myself at quite a loss as to what the big deal is.

So today I ventured out on my lunch break and bought "Where The Wild Things Are" before it became any more obvious how out of the loop I am.

I'm really looking forward to going home, making a cup of hot chocolate and giving it a peep!

Even though I don't know what all the hype is about, I do know if Opening Ceremony are going to do a collaboration with Spike Jonze, in ode to his cinematic portrayl of the book, it can't be all that disappointing.

Any Irish "Where The Wild Things Are" fans can look forward to BT2 and BTKids marking the release of the movie in early December. I'll be sure to keep you guys updated!

Currently listening to "Heartbreaker" by MSTRKRFT Feat. John Legend.

The Haunted Tree

Por: Ophelia Ford | 2 comments | Labels: American Apparel

Ok I promise Ophelia Ford isn't turning into an American Apparel shrine or anything, I just really want to share all these great pics.

They're pretty much what's inspiring me these days. "The Haunted Tree" featuring Britney below is really cool. I don't really know how else to describe it.

The boys in Back Stock are claiming Britney's a porn star though! I really hope not... As if the Sheer Luxe Cut-Out Pantyhose featuring Sasha Grey aren't bad enough!

You can purchase the Tie Dye Slim Slack here. I never wear jeans anymore, but these are incredible.

Images taken from American Apparel.

Currently listening to "So Insane" by Discovery.