Mishima.

  Perhaps you already knew since long ago that the name of my blog was inspired by Yokio Mishima’s four novel collection”The Sea of Fertility”(“Spring Snow”, “Runaway Horse”, “The Temple of Dawn”,” The Decay of the Angel”.) , not because I am really eager to have babies…As one of the most famous Japanese authors in the history of literature, Mishima was very good at describing scenes and character’s inmost thinkings, his emotions and imaginations made his stories so moving and disturbing. So was his entire life. He is such a controversial legend, and he always will be. His philosophy of life, aesthetics of beauty directed the way for his death. In other words, He used a very extreme way to end his dramatic life.
    This theme was inspired by Mishima’s daily style to present a strong dandy author’s image during 60s. For my opinion, I adore his writing talents, like his style and taste, but not include his individual “ideals”.
Hat/Shirt/Tie/Flats from Vintage Store
Inner jacket by Marc Jacobs
Belt by Burberry
Outwear and pants by MarcCain

Illustration by Nancy.Z
Photography by Dean.B

Yokio Mishima and The novel collection”The Sea of Fertlity”

The working desk of Mishima

13 Comments

  • Reply February 18, 2013

    Naomi

    Your double coat look is warm and cute!

    The Occasional Indulgence

  • Reply February 18, 2013

    lisa s

    Beautiful and inspiring, as always!

    I’ll update my reading list ASAP… the only Japanese author I’ve ever read was Murakami, and that’s a shame.

    Not long ago there was a big exhibition of Japanese art in my city and I just fell in love with some of the works and the ideas I’ve seen there… I should learn some more about Japanese culture and art, because it’s amazing.

  • Reply February 18, 2013

    Mani

    The inspirations behind your style are always so great! I love the menswear inspired look on you.

  • Reply February 19, 2013

    Ánderix

    You look SO beautiful, you remind me of the film noir style, which I really really love.
    Amazing ♥

  • Reply February 19, 2013

    GIAA

  • Reply February 19, 2013

    AfinaSkater

    Chic!!!

  • Reply February 19, 2013

    YouStylebyY

    Hi, Nancy!
    I really adore what you do, you’re so brilliant!

    xo with Russian-Korean heart from Tokyo
    Youlia
    youstylexx.blogspot.com

  • Reply February 19, 2013

    Brandy Runaé

    I truly love the thought you put into your style. This whole look and the inspo behind it is great! I ADORE menswear styles turned feminine. An inspiration as always Nancy!
    ChildOfEtherealLight

  • Reply February 19, 2013

    Kailey

    I have just recently learned about Mishima and I cannot believe it just now dawned on me that your blog is titled after his books – d’oh!

    Wonderful post, I am always blown away by your incredible art and lovely outfits 🙂 <3

  • Reply February 19, 2013

    Rosalinda Tjioe

    Love the layering! x

    http://rosalindatj.blogspot.com

  • Reply February 19, 2013

    Yatap Kátia Patrícia

    Amazing ♥♥♥

    relicariodasrafleur.blogspot.com.br

  • Reply February 23, 2013

    Mariana

    I feel that you’re the only person that can wear this and look good. It has a beautiful masculine touch but it fits you really well. I hope someday I can have the chance to read something of Yokio Mishima.

  • Reply March 12, 2013

    Karolina Antoniades

    Just wanted to say that I am totally in love with you style!
    Regards from NYC

    http://www.thesecretstop.com

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