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KYNT & VYXSIN AT LIP SERVICE, MAGIC CLOTHING TRADESHOW IN LAS VEGAS. WHOLESALE GOTH PUNK ALT FASHION.

Have you ever experienced Magic, one of the world’s largest apparel expos? As I wrote in my CNNGo report, “Everything in Las Vegas is glitzy and gargantuan, and February’s MAGIC clothing tradeshow was no exception. Thousands of exhibitors filled up two convention centers with clothes and accessories — and I was among the 100,000 over-stimulated attendees stumbling from booth to booth.”

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Yukiro and I were there to promote my La Carmina x Akumu Ink collaboration of creepy-cute t-shirts and hoodies. Here we are with talented owner/designer Joey. (Please take a minute to check out our designs — we put our sweat and blood into them.)

Around the corner, in the Lip Service booth, were our pals Kynt and Vyxsin (the genki Goths you may recognize from The Amazing Race). Kynt tried on an Akumu Ink hoodie and gave it the V-fingers of approval. Believe me, they’re insanely snuggly.

We had media AND exhibitor passes, so we could access every part of the show. Naturally, Yukiro and I gravitated towards the Gothic and alternative designers.

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We got to preview upcoming collections from Sourpuss, Tuk, Shrine, Tripp NYC, and rockabilly/retro labels such as Stop Staring. There wasn’t any Japanese Goth/Lolita at Magic, but I did interview Asian exhibitors for CNNGo.

Iron Fist’s skull boots were so yummy I had to eat them. (Two days ago, I bought silver boots and Lolita-like ankle boots from an LA vintage store… for a total of $9.72. Win!)

I’m wearing DIY holy tights and a poofy dark strawberry skirt from Harajuku’s AC/DC. My Carmina in Wonderland t-shirt can be ordered (and ships internationally) for only $21.99 — just click the links under the photos here. (If you have any questions about ordering, do leave me a comment or email me).

The Akina art book giveaway contest ends tomorrow — have you solved the riddle yet? Read this post for the instructions: good luck!

Song of the Day #315: Hellfueled – Look Out (Can you find Yukiro Dravarious in this music video?)

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46 Comments

  1. Lady Ari
    Posted February 27, 2010 at 11:34 pm | Permalink

    we carry a lot of those brands where I work

  2. Moon Maiden 90
    Posted February 27, 2010 at 11:34 pm | Permalink

    mmmmmm….skull boots ^-^ lol

  3. Teachild
    Posted February 27, 2010 at 11:36 pm | Permalink

    your tee-shirt is so cute, i’d love one but just don’t have to funds to purchase with.

  4. AngryBroomstick
    Posted February 28, 2010 at 12:28 am | Permalink

    looked so much fun… wish i was there

    • lacarmina
      Posted February 28, 2010 at 4:56 am | Permalink

      It was tiring and overwhelming… but fun, nonetheless!

  5. Lady Ari
    Posted February 27, 2010 at 11:34 pm | Permalink

    we carry a lot of those brands where I work

  6. Moon Maiden 90
    Posted February 27, 2010 at 11:34 pm | Permalink

    mmmmmm….skull boots ^-^ lol

  7. Teachild
    Posted February 27, 2010 at 11:36 pm | Permalink

    your tee-shirt is so cute, i'd love one but just don't have to funds to purchase with.

  8. lacarmina
    Posted February 27, 2010 at 11:40 pm | Permalink

    Delicious!!!

  9. Anonymous
    Posted February 28, 2010 at 4:47 am | Permalink

    O_o zomg clothing goodness

  10. Anonymous
    Posted February 28, 2010 at 4:53 am | Permalink

    ZOMG! awesome clothing…I think I would faint at the site of these wonderful clothing haha

  11. Falcon
    Posted February 28, 2010 at 4:55 am | Permalink

    Lol epic!!!! XD

  12. Anonymous
    Posted February 28, 2010 at 5:18 am | Permalink

    does anyone know what brand makes the blue and black corset and skirt in the upper right corner in the 5th picture?

  13. AngryBroomstick
    Posted February 28, 2010 at 12:28 am | Permalink

    looked so much fun… wish i was there

  14. zombi
    Posted February 28, 2010 at 4:47 am | Permalink

    O_o zomg clothing goodness

  15. zombi
    Posted February 28, 2010 at 4:53 am | Permalink

    ZOMG! awesome clothing…I think I would faint at the site of these wonderful clothing haha

  16. Falcon
    Posted February 28, 2010 at 4:55 am | Permalink

    Lol epic!!!! XD

  17. lacarmina
    Posted February 28, 2010 at 4:56 am | Permalink

    It was tiring and overwhelming… but fun, nonetheless!

  18. lacarmina
    Posted February 28, 2010 at 4:56 am | Permalink

    haha it was visual overload, for sure!

  19. aliceofponderland
    Posted February 28, 2010 at 5:18 am | Permalink

    does anyone know what brand makes the blue and black corset and skirt in the upper right corner in the 5th picture?

  20. larakidman
    Posted February 28, 2010 at 2:16 pm | Permalink

    Japan's fashion is timely since it showcases the forecasted colors for year 2010. Blue and silver are the major colors for 2010. I like to wear Japan's fashion since it gives me a contemporary look and I learned this fashion tip from fashion styling group@866-565-7541

  21. Clare
    Posted February 28, 2010 at 7:21 pm | Permalink

    “Me like!!!! xD”

  22. TsukiKehKi
    Posted February 28, 2010 at 7:30 pm | Permalink

    I think this looks like an absolute bash with everything you do I wish I could get to one of these things they look AMAZING! And I love the La Carmina in Wonderland shirts and hoodies, I just don’t know which one I’m going to get.

    La Carmina, you are fabulous and I think this blog is a god send.
    Yukiro is intense and beautiful (Sorry I think I’m turning into a fan girl >o<).

    • lacarmina
      Posted March 1, 2010 at 7:35 am | Permalink

      Wow, thank you dear!! I am about to post more Magic Las Vegas photos, and we have a boatload of LA adventures to come… sending love! Thanks so much for your support regarding the clothing line.

  23. Clare
    Posted February 28, 2010 at 7:21 pm | Permalink

    “Me like!!!! xD”

  24. Anonymous
    Posted March 1, 2010 at 12:30 am | Permalink

    Oh dear, I absolutely LOVE Lip Service! It’s one of my favourite brands! They’re one of the only brands in America that are so diverse that they are so adaptable to Japanese fashion or just adaptable to all forms of “alt.” fashion <3 Those skull boots look tasty!

    And Yukiro looks fabulous as usual ;3

  25. TsukiKehKi
    Posted February 28, 2010 at 7:30 pm | Permalink

    I think this looks like an absolute bash with everything you do I wish I could get to one of these things they look AMAZING! And I love the La Carmina in Wonderland shirts and hoodies, I just don't know which one I'm going to get.

    La Carmina, you are fabulous and I think this blog is a god send.
    Yukiro is intense and beautiful (Sorry I think I'm turning into a fan girl >o<).

  26. All Women Stalker
    Posted March 1, 2010 at 2:30 am | Permalink

    That skirt is love! <3 I wish I could have been to the expo. Just looking at the displays would have been enough.

  27. stillprince
    Posted March 1, 2010 at 12:30 am | Permalink

    Oh dear, I absolutely LOVE Lip Service! It's one of my favourite brands! They're one of the only brands in America that are so diverse that they are so adaptable to Japanese fashion or just adaptable to all forms of “alt.” fashion <3 Those skull boots look tasty!

    And Yukiro looks fabulous as usual ;3

  28. All Women Stalker
    Posted March 1, 2010 at 2:30 am | Permalink

    That skirt is love! <3 I wish I could have been to the expo. Just looking at the displays would have been enough.

  29. lacarmina
    Posted March 1, 2010 at 7:33 am | Permalink

    I believe it's Burlesque Lostwear. Here is another photo from the same booth – http://lh5.ggpht.com/_nG9RP0Xsf6k/S4GgyhstCAI/A

    So many great corsets and bustle skirts! <3 None of these designs will be on the market for a few months, since this is the preview collection..

  30. lacarmina
    Posted March 1, 2010 at 7:35 am | Permalink

    Wow, thank you dear!! I am about to post more Magic Las Vegas photos, and we have a boatload of LA adventures to come… sending love! Thanks so much for your support regarding the clothing line.

  31. lacarmina
    Posted March 1, 2010 at 7:36 am | Permalink

    Hahah my furry Gackt Vanilla coat is from Lip Service. https://lacarmina.com/2010/02/hbo-how-t
    I'm a fan too.

  32. aliceofponderland
    Posted March 3, 2010 at 4:52 am | Permalink

    thanks! :)
    those corsets are gorgeous!

  33. Emily Tomlin
    Posted May 5, 2010 at 4:48 pm | Permalink

    Hey, those iron fist boots are gorgeous do you know where or how i can get a hold of a pair <3 x

    • lacarmina
      Posted May 6, 2010 at 3:40 am | Permalink

      Hi Emily,
      These boots are available yet – this is a preview of the upcoming collection. You should be able to find them in a few months or so…

  34. Emily Tomlin
    Posted May 5, 2010 at 4:48 pm | Permalink

    Hey, those iron fist boots are gorgeous do you know where or how i can get a hold of a pair <3 x

  35. lacarmina
    Posted May 6, 2010 at 3:40 am | Permalink

    Hi Emily,
    These boots are available yet – this is a preview of the upcoming collection. You should be able to find them in a few months or so…

  36. Trade Show Boths
    Posted August 18, 2010 at 7:16 am | Permalink

    Really nice postu2026 Iu2019ve just tweet it!

  37. Trade Show Boths
    Posted August 18, 2010 at 7:16 am | Permalink

    Really nice post… I’ve just tweet it!

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