Thursday, May 28, 2009

Hauntingly beautiful

I want an Akina book! Every time I look on the site they're all sold out. But I guess this comes as no surprise really. Here's the Teddy Bears Picnic book I've recently missed out on:






Isn't it stunning? Lang Leav is the brain child behind this awesome label. As stated in her websites bio she's come from humble beginnings but has now established herself as a multi -award winning fashion designer. Here are a few of her 'villains'













I love how the images she creates are described as hauntingly beautiful, translating them into exquisite hand finished garments. She surely is one that has a lot of talent and is not afraid to use it. And as for me, I've now subscribed to the website so won't be missing out in the future.

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27 comments:

  1. May KasaharaMay 28, 2009 at 3:48 PM

    love it.
    the girl with the red hood is PERFECT.

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  2. sharneeMay 28, 2009 at 9:32 PM

    I like them a lot but they are almost identical to Mark Ryden's art.

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  3. Ash FoxMay 28, 2009 at 11:30 PM

    they are really gorgeous. thanks for sharing!
    x
    www.tittees.blogspot.com

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  4. oskarsobsessionMay 29, 2009 at 12:42 AM

    wow that is the coolest looking book, I might smart reading if I find one
    of those

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  5. AnonymousMay 29, 2009 at 4:11 AM

    you are completely right! Wonferful post, speaks right for what I would say!
    Wonderful writing skills you have, keep up the good work!

    BEc Wonders

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  6. AnonymousMay 29, 2009 at 5:52 AM

    It's really stunning! beautiful!

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  7. AnnieMay 29, 2009 at 9:31 AM

    these are gorgeous! definitely kind of creepy, but in a really cool way.

    for some reason, those illustrations remind me of The Decemberists :)

    haven't visited your blog in a while! i'll definitely be back :)

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  8. DamselsMay 29, 2009 at 11:08 AM

    those are so adorable .

    so what is akina 's story exactly and why are they so in demand ?

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  9. LifeOfAFashionAddictMay 29, 2009 at 6:51 PM

    That's so cute!

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  10. Fashion MomentMay 29, 2009 at 9:15 PM

    This is so lovely!

    FM~FP

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  11. NadjaMay 30, 2009 at 12:05 AM

    I love it, it's so cute but also freaky. Great Thanks for your comment.

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  12. VanessasRunwayMay 30, 2009 at 5:18 AM

    dark, sweet with just a touch of gloomy. :)

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  13. BoubouMay 30, 2009 at 7:51 AM

    wow i absolutely love your illustrations so so cute !! :)
    well if you wanna be inspired by my collages or just dream, come and visit my blog:)
    a bientot!
    Boubouteatime xx

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  14. L I L YMay 30, 2009 at 8:54 PM

    Very eerie designs, remind me of the bad seed, safe on the outside but under closer inspection a psychopath

    xl

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  15. MaiMay 30, 2009 at 11:37 PM

    very beautiful!

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  16. TessMay 31, 2009 at 1:13 AM

    oh wow just beautiful!

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  17. Tina A.May 31, 2009 at 5:18 AM

    Wow! I love the amount of detail on these...so pretty! :)) ;) xx

    allthevanity.blogspot.com

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  18. EmzMay 31, 2009 at 10:23 AM

    Omgosh those are so absolutely cute! They remind me a little bit of Emily the Strange but even more artistic =)

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  19. UnknownJune 1, 2009 at 2:02 AM

    great!

    http://www.ineedaguide.blogspot.com

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  20. LilyJune 1, 2009 at 11:21 AM

    I love Akina soooo much. She's soooo talented. I want everything on the website but it's ALL SOLD OUT! Grrr!

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  21. paddle to shoreJune 1, 2009 at 1:41 PM

    Sooo pretty!
    Lovely to look at.

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  22. YukaJune 1, 2009 at 7:07 PM

    wow ive never heard of her. but now i am very interested in her work.

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  23. AlineJune 3, 2009 at 9:13 AM

    they are so cool...I love them!!!

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  24. Becky FarleyJune 4, 2009 at 5:20 AM

    This is wonderful! I want this toooo! :)

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  25. Absolutely LadylikeJune 12, 2009 at 1:34 AM

    Wow...I never heard about it (shame on me)...They are breath-taking. Thanks for this post, I will definitely save this link.

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  26. kathleenJune 16, 2009 at 4:55 PM

    Love, love, love it!

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  27. AkinaJuly 15, 2009 at 6:41 AM

    Hi, this is Akina here, Thank you so much for posting my work and for all your comments, they make me so happy!

    My fourth book is coming out in a couple of months, like the last ones, they will be made completely by hand with all new stories and artworks. I am also launching a new website with lots of new things. If you join my mailing list, you will be notified as soon as it is released. I can't wait to share with you all!

    Thank you so much again.

    Much love,
    Akina.

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