The Sunset Sessions: August 2013

Wednesday, August 28, 2013

▲ DOIN' THE BRITTNEY PANDA ▲

Much of the vintage clothing from The Sunset Sessions collection has very unique stories to tell: many of these garments were pre-loved in 60s, 70s, California among wandering artists, hippies, musicians, surfers...worn or traded at Dead shows, handcrafted on beaches or simply well-made in small runs right in California in a time before things were mass-produced overseas in factories—many of the special treasures shared are more than just garments on a rack. Here's very talented artist Brittney Panda (http://brittneypanda.com/ or @BrittneyPanda on Instagram) wanderlusting around the California coast, bringing some of that 1960s vibe back to life in a very special suede leather fringe jacket in photo by Laura Austin for Live Fast Mag | http://livefastmag.com

If you are not familiar with the work of this amazingly talented young artist from the East Coast, Brittney Panda, I highly recommend you check out some of her fantastic, hauntingly beautiful self-portraits. Brittney is a dedicated artist who totes her camera(s) around to various unique settings nearly everyday, in search of obscure locations in nature (or sometimes fascinating, private property which creatively 'becons' her to incorporate into her work. She spends an incredible amount of time carefully bringing these surreal images to life to share with others.

Here are a few of her amazing, inspiring self-portraits:

The Sunset Sessions is proud of feature Brittney Panda as a celebrated artist and model this month.

Please check out the links below to view more of Brittney's work:

http://brittneypanda.com/

http://www.flickr.com/photos/brittneypanda/

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Saturday, August 24, 2013

▲ SALE ON ALL CUSTOM LEATHER CUFFS ▲

Special shopwide SALE on ALL custom leather cuffs available at: sunset-sessions.com

On reduced sale for $30-35(FREE shipping included) until Monday, 8/26 at midnight

Click HERE to shop SALE

All leather cuffs* featured in The Sunset Sessions shop are handmade using recycled 1960s-80s vintage leather jackets. Custom ordering allows for special requests: leather or suede finish, color(from a range of natural/non-toxic, water based dyes) and variety of stud options.

*All leather cuffs in shop are made from recycled vintage jackets—except for the special spcaLA design model, which is made from new, contemporary leather cow hides.

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Wednesday, August 21, 2013

▲ THE WORK WEEK vs. THE WEEKEND ▲

HAPPY HUMP DAY.

(Being that it's Wednesday and the half-way point to the weekend—I figured I'd share a style post which is a casual weekend vs. workday outfit spin on two looks which incorporate some of the same items of clothing.)

(THE WEEKEND.)

Ready to cruise the sun-soaked beachfront with beers in hand, this look is all about: casual, comfortable, cool (and cheap.) Perfect for that "giving a care but not looking like I do" slacker Sundayfunday mode...this is it.

Last weekend, I did a little thrifting myself and picked up a size L striped blue/white turtleneck from Goodwill for only $3. I actually cut off the sleeves and created a boat-neck style from the neck. Wala! There you have a perfect oversized, super soft, comfy striped one-shoulder tee (add a tank underneath if that's your thing.)

Levi's 501 cutoff vintage shorts are available from The Sunset Sessions shop.

And so is the custom black vintage leather cuff in 'The Hook' model.

Socks are 19" Skatersocks navy tube socks, worn with low chucks.

Throw in an old skateboard and bagged can of PBR...you are cruising.

If you get chilly at sundown—an old vintage denim Levi's jacket, hoodie or beat up black leather moto jacket totally rocks with this look.

(THE WEEKDAY.)

This look is a more polished upgrade from the weekend look; still super comfortable, yet suitable for professional office environments—and with enough of a unique twist that it doesn't feel too office blah, blah, boring, cliche.

Basically, you take the same modified striped tee made for the weekend, and, use it as a baselayer to add an old vintage denim chambray shirt, layered on top with an old classic vintage camel leather jacket. (The one pictured here is a very special 1970s reversible leather jacket from Spain. Totally insane.)

Add a pair of skinny bootleg dark indigo vintage or selvege denim, and a pair of camel vintage leather boots. (Pictured here, are old 7forAllMankind super skinny indigo jeans and vintage ALDO boots.)

The matching camel brown leather cuff is a custom handmade design available from The Sunset Sessions

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Sunday, August 18, 2013

▲ SUNDAY SUNSET SESSIONS ▲

Most definitely a magical sunset (surf) session went down tonight, however, I'm not really sure I'd technically classify it as a true "sunset" sesh...S.F. was up to it's typical Summer gloom antics and socked in the bay with heavy pea soup fog in full force--alas, the swell did not disappoint.

Hope you had a beautiful and peaceful weekend as well!

Have a great week ahead... xx

Thursday, August 15, 2013

▲ 2 WAYS 2 WEAR 2 VINTAGE BLACK LEATHER JACKETS ▲

I'm not going to lie, vintage black leather jackets are hands-down one of my favorite items of clothing to possibly have in a wardrobe and to style. Leather is super durable and lasts forever, gets better with age; it's SUPER versatile and is such a great item to style with so many looks.

So...I've pulled out two super fabulous jackets from storage and I've styled them in two different ways for contemporary streetwear looks.

The jacket shown above is a fantastic early 80s era half-trench style 3 button-down front coat, with dual front pockets, collar, and super soft leather, in excellent condition.

Available for purchase from The Sunset Sessions HERE for only $95

This look is styled with:

Knit Beanie — RVCA

Eyewear — Special 1960s vintage cateye frames from France

Tee — vintage Sex Pistols tee (cut and modified by The Sunset Sessions)

Skirt — Black denim pleated skirt by YMI denim

Tights —American Apparel

Leg warmers — These are DIY handmade leg warmers cut from old vintage wool sweaters. (You can find old cheap large wool sweaters from thrift stores and trim off the arm sleeves and scrunch them in your boots for a faux knee-high look for Autumn/Winter.)

Boots — Custom black leather moto boots (made in New Zealand)

Jewelry — a collection of various independent etsy.com artists' designs

The jacket shown above is a fantastic 1970s era half-trench style coat with a beautiful fox fur neck, belted waist and super soft leather, in excellent condition.

Available for purchase from The Sunset Sessions HERE for only $125

This look is styled with:

Tee — soft beige blank tee from American Apparel

Denim — Rag&Bone super distressed skinny denim

Boots — Vintage Aldo camel leather boots

Eyewear — RayBan classic wire aviators

Jewelry — Noble Town Vintage (jewelry made from reclaimed vintage findings)

*Both looks also styled with: The Sunset Sessions custom leather cuff in the Rockway model-special spcaLA donation edition

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Tuesday, August 13, 2013

▲ ANIMAL STYLE ▲

Rraaarrrr....Bring out your inner animal while supporting a great cause!

The Sunset Sessions has just added a brand new, custom leather cuff design—a hot spin on the original 'Rockaway' cuff, this design is a contemporary* cow skin leather band which has been customized with a painted leopard print design and studded with SILVER(nickel plated) pyramid studs.
(Alternatively, this design is available in GOLD pyramid studs.)
This wild and rockin' cuff is a wild & sweet accessory which looks hot with black leather jackets (and pretty much any monochrome black styled outfits), rock tees and denim.

The best part about this cuff, is that it costs only $35
(and $5 from every sale of this special leather cuff design will be donated directly to
the spcaLA (Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Los Angeles) - spcala.com

Shop HERE to purchase this special new cuff design from The Sunset Sessions

Have a rockin' day...

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*(Note: this design is a contemporary cow skin leather band--it is the ONLY model in shop which is not made from 30+ yo recycled vintage leather.)

Friday, August 9, 2013

▲ DENIM FOR DAYYYZZZ... ▲

(Modeled Above: Women's style 3" inseam 501s & Men's style 6" inseam 501s)

(Above: Women's style 3" inseam 501s)

(Above: Women's style 1.5" inseam 502s)

(Above: Men's style 6" inseam 501s)

CHEERS and HAPPY FRIDAY!!!

Stoked to announce that vintage cutoff Levi's denim shorts have been brought back to The Sunset Sessions by popular demand! As of today, a variety of sizes of vintage Levi's 501s (for both men and women) and 502s (for women) are now available for purchase
at sunset-sessions.com shop!
(All styles featured above are priced at $45 each—free shipping for all U.S. orders; $15-25 for international orders, dep. on location.)

Additionally, denim can be custom studded with your choice of various studs and patterns, for an extra $30 charge. (ie. $75 total per ea. pair for studded denim Levi's)
For any custom inquires, please email: hello@sunset-sessions.com

Shop HERE to purchase any of the above denim styles from The Sunset Sessions

Have a super weekend!!!

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photography of above lifestyle images: Angela De Cenzo

wardrobe: The Sunset Sessions

Tuesday, August 6, 2013

▲ ROCKIN' TEES ▲

Good morning!

More of The Sunset Sessions' customized revamped 1-of-a-kind vintage tees now avail.

(Original mens vintage tee designs cut, sewn and studded—modified into women's style/fit.)

Shop HERE to purchase any of the above tees from The Sunset Sessions

Have a rockin' day...

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Monday, August 5, 2013

▲ WEEKEND MAGIC ▲

Here are some Instagram snapshots from the weekend, spent at my favorite place—the Central and Northern California coast. (The surfing was my favorite, of course.)

Hope your weekend was filled with peace and beauty as well...

(To follow more of The Sunset Sessions' coastal California adventures, please visit @TheSunsetSessions on Instagram)

Have a wonderful week!!!

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(for those ocean-loving, wanderlust-minded adventurous fashion fiends...)

Friday, August 2, 2013

▲ VINTAGE STREET STYLE ▲

The latest womens fashion custom 1950s vintage jacket style NOW available in shop

from The Sunset Sessions custom vintage military collection.

Sizes available: Womens Small-Large

This is an awesome limited-edition deadstock 1950s vintage fatigue
shirt jacket, now completely customized w/ studded brass & crystal dual front pockets. The fit is pretty aligned with standardized U.S. sizes, with a more slimming and feminine fit than the average, contemporary military shirts & jackets which tend to run oversized.

Available while stock lasts for only $79! Visit shop HERE to purchase

*Accessories also styled here with: The Sunset Sessions custom leather cuff made from recycled vintage 1960s leather jackets

shown in brown leather w/ bronze studs in The Bolinas model

CHEERS and have a great weekend!

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