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Offline AndreDuPres

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Has DS ever influenced what YOU wear?
« on: February 25, 2006, 06:15:20 PM »
I was reading that groovy Sebastian Shaw thread and was wondering if anyone here styled him or herself in the fashions of DS.  I confess I have...no, I didn't buy myself a pair of leather pants or a hideous fur coat, but I did get an ascot recently.
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Re: Has DS ever influenced what YOU wear?
« Reply #1 on: February 25, 2006, 07:18:46 PM »
I always admired young David Collins' Nehru jacket (he was sporting it around '68, right around the time stepmama Cassandra showed up) and if I ever see one in a thrift store (that fits me), I'll snatch it up.
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Re: Has DS ever influenced what YOU wear?
« Reply #2 on: February 25, 2006, 10:13:49 PM »
Don't know if this counts, but I used to wear a Barnabas ring on the appropriate finger.  Actually, I had 2 of them; the cheap plastic one looked almost identical to his, and the other one was a more expensive one with a flat, lighter-colored black stone.

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Re: Has DS ever influenced what YOU wear?
« Reply #3 on: February 25, 2006, 10:28:07 PM »
As I alluded to earlier, I piecked out my last 3 or 4 suits with influence by DS. I got a kind of olive toned suit that matched the colors of one of Barnabas/Frid's suits, a houndstooth sport jacket that I thought was very Roger/Burke, and a two blue/gray shaded suits, because I like the colors on Quentin. The later suit was cut a bit like Barnabas's three button suits that have a tighter lapel cut. I realy liked the way Barnabas's suits looked on the show. If I could find one of those silvery gentleman's dressing gowns, I know Diane would be delighted.
      When I was a kid, I had a sweater vest that matched exactly one of David Collins, as well as his haircut for my middle school years as well. [happy5]
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Re: Has DS ever influenced what YOU wear?
« Reply #4 on: February 25, 2006, 10:40:17 PM »
I have to admit that I went searching for a house coat (Smoking Jacket) like one that Barnabus wears.  It is burgandy velvet with a black lapel and cuffs.  I finally found one on eBay about a year ago.  It is EXACTLY like the one he wears.  I just love it!  It makes me feel all giddy inside to think - "Who knows... it might just be THE jacket..."

I also check eBay on a regular basis for "Orbach's" items and have been known to buy a few things, such as a fluffy hat and a few scarves...  All in fun...
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Re: Has DS ever influenced what YOU wear?
« Reply #5 on: February 25, 2006, 11:06:32 PM »
Please! Every time I go to Goodwill, I look for "Roger Collins" Houndstooth or tweed numbers, I own the Barnabas Cane, have owned the Timco ring, I also own a real British inverness jacket, but its more Sherlock Holmes than BC! 8)  I have stayed away from the "Furs by Sebastian" look, however, 'coz the older GIRLS in our school used to wear those back in the day.  And , yes, I admit it, I sometimes scan eBay for "Fashions by Ohrbach's" - The Guy Stuff! (Okay, so I am a little intrigued by lime green frocks and old shocking paisleys, too.) ;D

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Re: Has DS ever influenced what YOU wear?
« Reply #6 on: February 26, 2006, 02:34:53 AM »
Oh big time. I can't say any one particular outfit inspired me, just the general era. Not so much anymore, but BIG time a while ago. Though watching these episodes on DVD has really made me want to go shopping in some thrift stores....
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Re: Has DS ever influenced what YOU wear?
« Reply #7 on: February 26, 2006, 02:53:07 AM »
Last year in Zara's they had a pinkish tweed suit that i wanted to buy to freak out my JuliaList pals!  haha!
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Re: Has DS ever influenced what YOU wear?
« Reply #8 on: February 26, 2006, 01:43:46 PM »
Once, when I was 15, I dressed up like Angelique the vampire for Halloween.  I had really long blonde hair and a trip to the sewing machine once or twice, did the white dress.   [_witch_]

Red fingernails, a white pallor face, red lips and some teeth of course, and I was ready to go. [zoom]

I didn't go around getting candy, I just went around scaring kids...it was quite a night.

I know my brother was scared of me...but at 6, he was scared of everything.  He dressed up like a pirate that year.  He was my first 'victim'.
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Re: Has DS ever influenced what YOU wear?
« Reply #9 on: February 26, 2006, 09:07:56 PM »
Just as costuming for the most part - I managed to get myself a long, thin white empire-style long-sleeved gown that called to my attention Josette, plus another empire-style black gown with puffed sleeves that I bought for costuming simply because I could see some early 19th century Gothy Collins family lady wearing it.

But I love those layered skirts, vests, blouses, and gypsy bling that Magda wore.  I have some of those elements that I wear out on occasion.   ;D
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Re: Has DS ever influenced what YOU wear?
« Reply #10 on: February 26, 2006, 10:23:19 PM »
AndresDuPres, congrats for reaching the level of Full Poster!    [clap]
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Re: Has DS ever influenced what YOU wear?
« Reply #11 on: February 26, 2006, 11:29:17 PM »
Quote from: Midnite on February 26, 2006, 10:23:19 PM
AndresDuPres, congrats for reaching the level of Full Poster!    [clap]
Wow, thanks, I hadn't even noticed that!  Now I've just got to work my way up to becoming a Senior Poster!  Oh, and about my new ascot:  it's got a nice blue, paisley print design, perfect for DS.  Ha, I'll feel like Roger while wearing it.  Didn't the ghost of Damian Edwards wear one, too?
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Re: Has DS ever influenced what YOU wear?
« Reply #12 on: February 27, 2006, 02:54:38 AM »
Congrats AndreDuPres...and yes, Damian Edwards was also wearing one.
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Re: Has DS ever influenced what YOU wear?
« Reply #13 on: February 27, 2006, 03:49:55 AM »
Quote from: AndreDuPres on February 26, 2006, 11:29:17 PM
Oh, and about my new ascot:  it's got a nice blue, paisley print design, perfect for DS.  Ha, I'll feel like Roger while wearing it.  Didn't the ghost of Damian Edwards wear one, too?

Barnabas had one too to hide Angelique's handiwork.

I'm sure you'll look dashing in your ascot, AndreDuPres.  But don't let it out of your sight as Bruno and Desmond did.  ;)
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Re: Has DS ever influenced what YOU wear?
« Reply #14 on: February 27, 2006, 05:09:09 AM »
Congrats AndreDuPres!

As for DS influencing my clothing stlyle - most assuredly!
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