Sunday, April 5, 2009

G20 Protest Style

There are many more qualified bloggers out there who can better explain the global economic importance of the G20 summit. And regardless of whether or not you think the protests in London were a bit on the superficial side, I imagine you'll still enjoy these photos from Spiked.

What the protesters lacked in substance they made up for in style. You'll notice in the next few photos that it's all about the accessories - scarves and hats especially. And there was no shying away from color!
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Layers are essential for London protest activity and some type of khaki-colored, army jacket is preferred.
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I love the photo below - somewhat reminiscent of My Fair Lady (minus the Consumers Suck banner). Newsboy caps are back!
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21 comments:

  1. EmzApril 5, 2009 at 2:12 PM

    haha Fashion at a protest- That's absolutely awesome. Just because they're expressing dissent towards things doesn't mean they can't look stylish doing it!

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  2. AmandaApril 5, 2009 at 3:22 PM

    Wow! What a great post! Haha! That is so cool!

    I love your blog! You guys are awesome!

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  3. AsianCajunsApril 5, 2009 at 6:25 PM

    Right you are Emz!

    Thanks for stopping by, Amanda!

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  4. sweet teaseApril 5, 2009 at 7:31 PM

    Love the kettle in the third picture. Genius.

    First time posting a comment, but have been a fan of the blog for a while! Thanks for representing the South in the world wide web of blogging! I recently started up my own project and would love to have you guys check it out. <3

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  5. greenjeansApril 5, 2009 at 8:02 PM

    This must have been what Thoreau had in mind for civil disobedience...polka dots and tea


    ps consumers suck

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  6. tanyaApril 5, 2009 at 8:54 PM

    these are fantastic photos--look at all the color pops!

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  7. AsianCajunsApril 5, 2009 at 10:25 PM

    Chain Saw, thanks for reading! We'll totally link you :).

    Greenjeans, you're totally spot on - no pun intended.

    Tanya - exactly! That's why I had to post them!

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  8. SecretistaApril 5, 2009 at 11:50 PM

    Of course protesters would have more interesting style.

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  9. indigotangerineApril 6, 2009 at 12:33 AM

    I love that you see protest pictures, and our immedietly struck by the fashion. (don't worry, I was too;) )
    -indigo

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  10. Sharon April 6, 2009 at 3:38 AM

    Hi there-yes, what a day that was-I do agree though, they did have a style presence!!

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  11. Sharon April 6, 2009 at 4:29 AM

    Hi gals-I've tagged you, see my post for details!!

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  12. Fashion CappuccinoApril 6, 2009 at 6:37 AM

    Protest in style! That would make such a great fashion editorial methinks. xxoxoxo

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  13. aizat.cinta.goddessApril 6, 2009 at 6:51 AM

    protest with style is brilliant!

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  14. AngelaApril 6, 2009 at 9:43 AM

    they sure are colorful bunch....

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  15. Dream SequinsApril 6, 2009 at 11:14 AM

    Love it. When I think protesters, I don't immediately think "chic." But if you think about it-- certain modes of dress, subcultures, etc. have been a way to protest status quo dressing and in the UK especially, this alternative style of dress had heavy socieconomic implications. Thanks for posting these. Really inspiring!

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  16. WendyBApril 6, 2009 at 11:58 AM

    Clever post!

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  17. AlineApril 6, 2009 at 1:26 PM

    these are great images

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  18. Mom Fashion WorldApril 6, 2009 at 8:58 PM

    lol!
    this is so cool!
    they are still stylish!

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  19. CamrynApril 6, 2009 at 9:48 PM

    They're the coolest protesters I've ever seen. LOL.

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  20. Rebecca, A Clothes HorseApril 6, 2009 at 9:56 PM

    That is so "My Fair Lady" in the next to last photo! There was a protest against the G2O Summit when I was in junior high in Washington state--that one turned violent and people ransacked shops in downtown Seattle! Sometimes protesters "suck" (to use their descriptive language...).

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  21. phamzyApril 6, 2009 at 10:16 PM

    amazing outfits! i love the redpolka dots skirt!


    http://ckuf-info.blogspot.com/

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