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Os Mutantes: a new religion?

2009-10-20T20:45:00.001-05:00

Os Mutantes frontman Sergio Dias may be a god within the tropicalia movement, but that doesn't translate to real life, right? Not necessarily. The exuberant 57-year-old was dressed like a Zorro priest during his Philly stop at the World Cafe Live.

Instead of a crucifix, Dias wore a gold maple leaf -- perhaps he pledges his true alliance to Canada?

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De Leon gives hope to frat boys planning their Halloween costumes everywhere

2009-10-14T20:32:00.005-05:00

De Leon's Dan Saks is the poor man's Justin Timberlake: soulful tunes, smooth dance moves, and the insatiable trio of v-neck, vest and fedora.

This is a hard look to pull off, and 90% of people who attempt it look like total assholes. But Saks makes it work, because he has that certain je ne sais quoi.

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Headbands and Headgear: X-ponential Music Fest

2009-08-27T10:34:00.001-05:00

Headwear was aplenty at this year's Xponential Music Festival, held July 23-25, at Wiggins Park, Camden. From artists to audience members, everyone, it seemed, had their own take on noggin wear:

Chris Archibald, guitarist, Illinois. I wonder what his favorite movie is?

Cellist, performing with Katie Herzig

Jeff Prystowsky, multi-instrumentalist, the Low Anthem

Urban cowgirl, in the crowd

Sharon Little, soulful crooner

Media rep, in the crowd. I may or may not know this person very well.

Chill fan, in the crowd

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Seeing Double: Facaedelphia visits Seattle, 8/8/09

2009-08-17T14:27:00.006-05:00

Double shades and dual mohawks at the Dinosaur Jr. free picnic at Seattle Center:

I guess good things come in pairs!

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Handsome Furs, Handsome Fashions

2009-07-17T09:50:00.006-05:00

Alexei Perry is one half of the Handsome Furs, the stylish, beat-rific indie band she formed with husband Dan Boeckner (of Wolf Parade fame.) She's also a fashion icon -- check out her '50s swimwear-inspired romper (yes, that's a heart stitched on the butt), chandelier necklace, and day-glo bra -- only Perry could make half-undressed look adorable!

Johnny Brenda's, 7/9/09. Read my review here!

All images (c) Kate Bracaglia for Phrequency.com.
Do not use without permission.

Foreign Born Totally Freel Your Groove, Man

2009-08-03T21:51:00.006-05:00

Foreign Born are a Los Angeles-based indie rock group, whose lush, island tunes will make you feel like catching a wave across Rainbow beach, where the sun is a volleyball and the clouds are made of snow-cone.

They're also funky dressers, equally inspired by the '60s and their own imaginations:

All photos (c) Kate Bracaglia for Phrequency.com.
Do not use without permission.

Nothing says summer like nature-inspired patterns and a little old-school psychedelia!

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Dangerous Ponies, Dangerous Fashions (Pilam, Sometime in February, 2009)

2009-04-09T07:56:00.003-05:00

Dangerous Ponies are a local band here in Philadelphia, known for their dance-pop beats, crazy-dancing percussionists, and outlandish, colorful fashions. Check 'em out!

All images (c) Kate Bracaglia for Phrequency.com. Do not use without permission.

Lights shine brightly (too brightly?)

2009-07-05T11:40:00.008-05:00

Lights are a Brooklyn-based psychedelic dance-pop band whose far-out jams are matched only by their outlandish outfits.

Here are they are at Johnny Brenda's back in June, opening for Bill Callahan:

I do love hoodies -- AND sparkles -- but I feel like I'd be afraid of a nip slip in this little number.

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Sideways caps and newboy hats

2009-07-13T10:07:00.000-05:00

From the Schuylkill to the Delaware:

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MASSIVE Spring/Summer Trend Watch

2009-05-29T13:43:00.011-05:00

Hipsters, fashion. Fashion, hipsters. Love it (it’s ok to admit it), hate it, you have to give credit where credit is due: there’s some pretty bizarro stuff going on fashion-wise in the City O.B.L. these days. (Whoever said Philly was all about sweatpants and Eagles jerseys has clearly never been to Johnny Brenda’s on a weekend.) And while I’m no Leanne Marshall (or even a Jay McCarroll, for that matter), I have to wonder: who decides when something is in? Is there some special memo that goes out, on some secret underground bulletin board, alerting everyone: VELCRO SNEAKERS ARE NOW OK AGAIN? And if so…how can I become a member?

Anyway, no matter how you slice it, one thing is for certain: just because something is in style doesn’t mean it’s ok to wear. Here are some of the more unusual trends we’ve spotted in the past few months…enjoy, and proceed with caution. (click any photo to enlarge)

Knit Hats in the Summertime

At the First Unitarian Church

At Pilam, West Philly

Adam Elliott, drummer, Times New Viking. At Kung Fu Necktie

Throw-Away Vests

At Johnny Brenda’s

Rachel Stolte, vocalist, Great Northern. At Johnny Brenda’s

Joey D'Auria, drummer, Love City. At the Barbary

Harry Potter Glasses

Erik Arnesen, guitarist, Great Lake Swimmers. At Johnny Brenda’s

At Johnny Brenda’s

Rodrigo Amarante, guitarist/vocalist, Little Joy. At the Khyber

Suspenders

Andrew Thiboldeaux, keyboardist, Pattern is Movement. At the First Unitarian Church

Patrick Marsceill, drummer, Blood Feathers. At the North Star Bar

Daniel Hart, guitarist/violinist, St. Vincent. At the First Unitarian Church

Dude-Brooches (Dooches)

At Kung Fu Necktie

At Human BBQ, Pilam

Matching Guy-Girl Haircuts

At Johnny Brenda’s

At Pilam

Funky fresh at PB+J (World Cafe Live, 5/1/09)

2009-05-04T18:52:00.005-05:00

Who's funky-fresher: Riff, or the chick behind him with the glowing pants?

--OR-- these shoeless, percussion-ing hippie hooligans?

Sweet socks, dude!

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In absence of a real post, we present: meaningless, yet hilarious hipster drivel

2009-04-27T17:07:00.003-05:00

Faceadelphia doesn't seek out any particular fashion demographic (other than, of course, people in Philly <----a demographic in themselves!) but we were quite pleased/amused to learn that one of our photos, the infamous man-in-pajamas shot (see below) has been usurped (with credit!) by local mindblower, Fucking hipsters in Philadelphia. As far as we're concerned, it's the best photo on the site!

Says the silly caption: Pajamas, man. I just picked up this shit at Circle Thrift to show you how thrifty I am. This pattern is fucking ugly, but maybe if I pair it with this top hat, I’ll achieve the ultimate in counterculture weirdness while I watch this Pitchfork-approved band.

Tee hee. The original site (look at this fucking hipster) is even funnier. Check it out here.

More photos soon!

K+R

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The New "Gang" Uniform -- 4/7 at the Khyber

2009-04-14T08:53:00.000-05:00

What's with girl-fronted hip-hop bands and looking like your closet threw up all over you these days? Gang are a Philly-based electro-dance band, with dueling MCs, and a whole lotta sparkles...do they have what it takes to make it work?

Le Face says yes...but only because we love headbands and glitter!

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Fashionable Crowds (Johnny Brenda's, January-March, 2009)

2009-04-06T08:34:00.000-05:00

Are a lot of musicians known for being well-dressed and snappily-attired? Absolutely. But sometimes the fans coming to see them are just as impressive! Here are a couple faves from the past few months...

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The return of grunge: Swedish style (at the Barbary, 3/8/09)

2009-03-31T07:10:00.000-05:00

Masshysteri are a Swedish punk band, comprised of members the Vicious, Regulations, Lost Patrol Band, Insurgent Kid, International Noise Conspiracy, and more.

They're also, it seems, purveyors of a new breed of grunge-punk: black jeans, flannel, denim shirts, studded belts.

Rock on guys!

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Mt. St. Helen's Vietnam Band: Ohhhhh yess! or Ohhhh, nooooooo (At the First Unitarian Church, 3/12/09)

2009-03-27T07:59:00.000-05:00

I know that vests are in right now, and I have somewhat of an appreciation for kitsch, but this just seems ridiculous...

Mt. St. Helens Vietnam Band -- I hope your album is better than your outfits!

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Rittenhouse Row Fall Fashion Show, 9/5/08, 18+Market

2008-09-07T13:54:00.009-05:00

Hot Tub: Hip-Hop Chic (at the Starlight Ballroom, 3/19/09)

2009-03-25T17:44:00.006-05:00

Hot Tub are 5-piece California-based hip-hop group, whose fly tunes are accompanied by even fly-er duds. I caught them live with the Tings Tings last week, and was impressed by their sassy fashions.

(click any photo to enlarge..)

(Note: All images (c) Kate Bracaglia for Phrequency.com. Do not use without permission.)

Good looking girls!

Check out Hot Tub's Myspace here.

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Update! Update! Update! Update!

2009-03-15T14:22:00.005-05:00

Wow, looking back, it's hard to believe it's been 5 whole months since our last update. Where does the time go?

If you're Rachel, it goes to Seattle, where our sassy, style-seeking snarkpot relocated last summer. Lucky for us all, she's still keeping dibs on what's fresh and cool: check out her finds at Emerald Streets.

A glass tree -- from le neighborhood Rachel.

Meanwhile, Kate's been grooving on a photography kick, taking photos and writing reviews for Philly.com's new hyper-music channel Phrequency. Check out her shiznit here, or cruise to Underwater Explosions for her thoughts on music, fashion, and life in the C.O.B.L.

Finally: as the worlds of music and fashion often collide, Kate will be posting photos, videos and more of fashionable singers, drummers, bass-players, bartenders and concert-goers found in and around the Philly scene. There may be a slight delay in the posting (unlike actual employers, le Face doesn't impose strict deadlines)...so keeping checking back, as we continue the magical, fashionable journey...

The Ting Tings' Katie White: fashion icon! (Kate Bracaglia for Phrequency.com)

With much love,

Rachel + Kate

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Apologies for the lack of updates...

2007-05-17T11:21:00.001-05:00

..Faceadelphia will be taking a brief hiatus as we deal with that "ohmygod I just graduated college, my life is forever changing" moment.

Stay tuned for more funky fashion soon!

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Faceadelphia & CurrentTV Strike Again!

2007-08-19T14:17:00.001-05:00

Dear Faceadelphians,

Did you catch our first short tv piece on Philly style?

It was such fun, we're doing it again!
Flaunt your summer style for us (and the camera) this Saturday, August 25th. Catch us around Rittenhouse Square in the morning/early afternoon.

And of course, check right here for updates and post-shoot photos!

love,
Rachel & Kate

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A Sneak Preview from our CurrentTV Shoot!

2007-08-30T15:40:00.003-05:00

Fashion student summer style: layered tank-tops, checkered Vans, and homemade skirts

Thank you to all the lovely people who let us film them and ask them silly questions about their wardrobe! We met some great people with really interesting styles, and more sneak-preview stills will drop over the next few days.

Stay stylish, Philly!

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More Sneak Previews!

2007-09-01T08:52:00.003-05:00

Andrew the camera guy notes this fellow's cuffed pants and whimsical socks.

Two pairs of shorts are better than one!

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Yet Another Preview

2007-09-03T18:51:00.003-05:00

Wear your beautiful flowery prints while there are still real flowers outside to compete with.

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She's Crafty, She's Just My Style: Philly Jewelry on Etsy

2007-09-03T19:08:00.001-05:00

1. Philly Postmark Necklace, by handmedowndesigns

Elegant homage to the original Postal Service. Snail mail is never out of style!

2. Liberty Bell Charm, by Starodyssey

This silver replica of the Cracked One is tiny enough to be cute, not cheezy.

3. THE WINNER! PBR Cufflinks, by rotorcaps

Philly local Jen Roder's $150 silver-and-bottle-cap cufflinks immortalize the hipster brew with a wry sense of humor.

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