I remember when I suffered through a wannabe-goth phase in middle school. Needless to say, reminiscing on how desperate I was to purchase a black Nightmare Before Christmas hoodie to stomp ever-so-rebelliously through my El Paso, Texas, middle school's halls brings slight chills to my spine, as well as a few chuckles now and then. … Continue reading A (Gothic) Confession, with a Splash of Color
Time proves to be quite the surreal element - perhaps that's why Salvador Dalí seemed to comprehend its elusive nature so well. It melts, and melts, and melts until nothing appears to exist anymore. At one moment, you see an army of ants invading a pomegranate, and the next, you see a helpless horse also … Continue reading Dalí Exhibition at the Centre Georges Pompidou
Montmartre - A bohemian's paradise, where gypsies, tourists, painters and romantics conglomerate under the Basilique du Sacré-Coeur. Set atop a gradually-inclining hill, the Catholic haven provides unrivaled views of Paris. Personally, however, I believe the most curious, intriguing attractions rest on walls throughout the old district - that is, graffiti. Although spraying paint on public … Continue reading Parisian Graffiti and Studded Leather in Montmartre
Some people consider Paris the fashion capital of the world, others say it's New York...and others believe Milan deserves the title. When it comes to gourmet and casual food, however, Paris takes the cake (or macaron, in France's case). Although I only visited for four days, nearly each meal I devoured left me hungry for … Continue reading Feasting Parisian-Style, sans Caviar
In the maze that is Père Lachaise, the largest cemetery in Paris, graves, statuettes, necropolises and more rise every which way. Decrepit crypts of centuries past mingle with modern tombs proudly displaying polished marble façades. Exploring the graveyard home to some of history's greatest contributors, including Oscar Wilde, Jim Morrison, Edith Piaf and Frédéric Chopin, … Continue reading Phantasmagoric Alabaster in Paris’ Père Lachaise Cemetery
Style Over Stress 