Knic Knack Style Spy

Volume two

“I believe every woman can be handsome like men, but still have some sex appeal. “

I absolutely love Men’s Fashion and wake up every day wishing I was a guy, but then I realize the unique beauty of women, and how they can wear the same clothing as men, but look even better!

My two loves, Los Angeles + Men’s Fashion = A Master-piece in the making. This was my inspiration when creat-ing this magazine. I wanted to appeal to the creative minds, whom have a fancy for a sense of fashion. Simply expressing my thoughts, sharing my cre-ative style.

Fancy Me,Amanda Herrera

P.S. If you hate photos, don’t bother continuing. I love engag-ing others into my writing, and what better way to help than by adding an abundance of real, in your face photos.

PublishingP.1

Retail Review: Feal MorP.2

Yelp ReviewP.3-4

Online ShopsP.5

Area Overview: The Joel Bloom SquareP.6

Art & Culture: The Joel Bloom SquareP.7-8

Street Style SpyP.9-10

Barber Shop: Baxter FinleyP.11

Yelp ReviewP.12

December Kick It SpotsP.13-14

Keeping Up With L.A. Scene + LingoP.15

ResourcesP.16

Table of Contents

PublishingExecutive Editor

Amanda M. Herrera

Photographer/EditorVictor Felix

Revisionary EditorsRobert HerreraWriting Center

PublicationFed Ex Office

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FEAL MOR represents a new retail concept by com-bining objects, clothing, aesthetics, history and personality to create a “world within a world”. The master mind behind this idea is J.P. Plunier, an artist who has worked very successfully in mu-sic, architecture, photography and design. He says his store reflects the World at large as told through California’s rich history of architecture, design, surf culture, music and bohemia. The store features his signature knitwear collec-tion, but is also a platform to showcase his years of vintage collecting and a space to serve as a ro-tating exhibit for his future goodies to come. From one person’s “knick knacks” to another, a trea-sured style to be worn can be discovered here.

RETAIL REVIEW:

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Yelp! REVIEW:

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The best vibe in los angeles... you walk in and instantly feel warm and welcome. you walk out and instantly feel fabulous and know you just got a great piece of whatever! from the most radical sailor sweater (i prefer them to st. james/amor lux) to the most of a king darrow coffee or tea mugs. oh! who sells surfboards and vintage bikes?! Feal Mor does.. this might be the ultimate dude store but chicks will want their guy to look that hot!-Summer B.

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If you are looking for unique Breton in-spired sweaters, vin-tage bicycles, beau-tiful surfboards by Gato Heroi, or just want to be the coolest guy in town, head over to the Feal Mor shop on La Brea across from America Rag.-Andy F.

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Not the type to go into a store and shop? More of a Computer Junkie?

Here are some great L.A. based stores to shop at Online!

Online Shops:

80spurple.com-Far from Indie, more towards Urban Street style. Great site if looking for an Urban taste. Brands: Ashton Michael, Clae, Copy Clothing, G.P.P.R, h by hudson, Nixon, Insight, Obey, Van-ishing Elephant, Vestal, and Wesc.

Thecloak.bigcartel.com- Gentleman by Day, Philosopher by Night, Pervert by Choice, Rebel by Fate. Brands: GPPR Rockabilly Street Indie flavor

Karmaloop.com-Serves to their customers needs, if you need to speak with the Ceo/Founder himself

he gives you his cell phone number and email right online.

Brands: Over 300 clothing brands. Celebrating the convergence of underground fashion, music, art,

and entertainment!For a discount use rep code:FancyMe

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One of the areas that must be visited in Los Angeles around Downtown is the Arts District. This area is a vast part of L.A. culture and the at-mosphere is full of freedom. The “Joel Bloom” Square is one of the vital organs to this beauty of L.A. The corners of Traction and Hewitt Avenue combined with 3rd St. and Garey Avenue is a world of its own.

AREA OVERVIEW:

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Street Art is found on all the buildings such as: restaurants, shops, and ware-houses. Artists are able to express all their art forms with liberty from sub-liminal images to Chicano tag writing.

Art & Culture:

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A veteran who has also fought for us in the Vietnam War, has fought for this source of freedom. Joel Bloom, a pioneer and activist, as written on the sign of the square’s title, was the owner of Blooms General Store at the corner of Traction and Hewitt, the store has served as a gateway to the community for many years. Bloom was the path to entering and discovering all of the wonderful pieces and artists of that community; henceforth the square was named after him after passing away in 2007. He was an honored communi-ty activist and continues to live on through the great culture and art found there. Go on to discover the Arts district and head east of Alameda in Down-town; Los Angeles has something to offer and admire where least expected.

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Purple the new Pink?Purple is a fresh new color for Fall

How important is a man’s bag to

him?Women aren’t the only

ones who would be lost without their bag.

Street Style Spy

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What Does Your Bike Say About You??Personally Styled

Bicycles

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Baxter Finley Barber & Shop is located in West hollywood off La Ciene-ga, is a man’s getaway to kickback with the guys, tell stories, and read a couple old school Playboy magazines. From the decor to the people to the tools used the vide is very laid-back, manly, and like a sa-loon almost. There's some kind of animal skin rug, and the menu is written onto the brick wall: Haircut $40. Shave $40. Hair-cut & Shave $75. They tailor every service to the customers needs, pampering them with a eucalyptus towel to sooth the skin. They also proudly offer grooming products from: Baxter of California, Dr. Bronners, D.R. Harris, and more. Next time you are looking for a place to get a great cut, and enjoy a day with the guys, hit up Bax-ter Finley Barber & Shop, just remember to call a day prior to make an appointment.

Barber Shop:

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Having had traumatic experiences at many barber-

shops, I had given up. Then I found Baxter Finley (via Yelp).

I’m here to tell you, the reviews are not exaggerated: this

place rocks (and so does the music they play).

The look of the place is pitch perfect: not too “salon”

but definitely not your granddad’s corner barber shop. Man-

ly meets metrosexual. Peruse the vintage Playboys for the

cheesecake, the Norman Mailer stories, or as kitsch -- your

call. Shane Middleton was like Edward Scissorhands, with

shears and scissors flying around in a kind of tonsorial bal-

let. He even took a couple of daring snips with his palm

turned upside down. This guy is a master at what he does

and it shows. He’s also completely personable.

The result was a completely life-changing haircut. I

know that sounds melodramatic, but I walked out of there

feeling like a new human being.Will be back!!

-Major H.”

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Yelp! REVIEW:

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The event is a gentlemen’s wear fashion show along with an Art gallery. It will be followed by an after-party, which is all presented by RAW Events. The atmosphere is to be dress to impress; therefore cocktail dress attire is required.

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The largest independent design show in L.A. has over 325 unique design-ers and artists. See and shop from these independent styles in fashion and art and receive free giveaways. Also enjoy DIY workshops by The Urban Craft Center, L.A. Zine Fest and the Craft and Folk Art Museum.

3rd & 4th

December Kick it Spots

Vintage Manifesto Fashion ShowWhen: Thursday, December 1, 2011Time: 6:30 P.M. – ?:??Cost: $10.00Location: Playhouse in Hollywood

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Unique L.A. Holiday 2011When: Saturday & Sunday, December 3 & 4, 2011Time: 11:00 A.M. – 6:00 A.M. Both DaysCost: $10.00Location: The California Market Center

The 16th installment of the Beat Swap Meet is here in L.A. and ready to share, with resident DJ’s, rare selections of records and also street wear sales. Enjoy performances by Dj’s, B-boys and B-girls, Artists painting live, and food. Spend your Sunday afternoon under the California Sun.

11th

Do your shopping locally this holiday here with more than 50 of the city's best local food artisans at the Altadena Urban Underground Farmers Market. Take part in workshops and demos hosted by The Institute of Domestic Technology.

Enjoy over 70 of Los Angeles' Underground and emerging artists incredible art-work, nude body painting, live music, and free chocolate!

16th

Beat Swap Meet 16When: Sunday, December 11, 2011Time: 9:00 A.M. – ?:??Cost: Free w/ Donation of a Canned goodLocation: Grandstar Jazz Club943 N. Broadway

Shop Local! Artisanal L.A. Holiday PopUp ShopWhen: Sunday, December 11, 2011Time: 10:00 A.M. – 6:00 P.M.Cost: $5.00Location: Armory Center For The Arts

The Chocolate & Art ShowWhen: Friday, December 16, 2011Time: 8:00 P.M. – 2:00 A.M.Cost: $5.00Location: The Monk Space

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Keeping Up With L.A. Scene + Lingo

cool crap= indie knick knacks that are unique and in the end, make you cooler than others.

street bazaar= street marketplace, sale

swag bag=reusable tote bag

blockbuster showcase= the shit, the bees knees, awesome!

singular creativity= individuality, originality, innovativeness

Unique LA

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terminology

Cover Page Photo: Table of Contents Photo:hypebeast.com

Publishing Photo:tumblr

Baxter Finley Barber Shop Photo: from website gallery

December Calender Photos:from specific event websites

Keeping Up With L.A. Scene + Lingo Photos: from UniqueLA website

R e s o u r c e s

Feal Mor165 S. La Brea Ave.Los Angeles, CA 90036

P.2 – 4

Joel Bloom SquareS Hewitt St. and E. 3rd St.Los Angeles, CA 90012

P.6 – 10

Baxter Finley Barber Shop515 N La Cienega BlvdWest Hollywood, CA 90048

P.11 – 12

Playhouse in Hollywood6506 Hollywood Blvd. Los Angeles CA 90028

P. 13, Vintage Manifesto Fash-ion Show

The California Market Center 110 E. 9th St. Los Angeles CA 90079

P.13, Unique L.A. Holiday 2011

Grandstar Jazz Club943 N. BroadwayLos Angeles CA 90012

P.14, Beat Swap Meet #16

Armory Center For The Arts145 N. Raymond Ave.Pasadena CA 91103

P.14, Artisanal L.A. Holiday Pop-Up Shop

The Monk Space4414 W. 2nd St.Los Angeles CA 90004

P.14, The Chocolate & Art Show 16