Greetings friends, lovers, and others.
On March 15th, 1969, Marc Bolan released a book of poetry: The Warlock of Love (which is honestly what I want to be called by everyone from now on). On March 16th, 2020, I’m releasing a blog post which will be the first of an (incredibly inconsistent) series: Marc Bolan Monday, taking a look at the style and unattainable hair quality of T. Rex’s iconic frontman.
One of my absolute favorite looks is from a 1973 shoot featuring a sequined jacket from Biba, a fashion boutique that defined the swinging 60s in London before closing in 1975. (I’m still in mourning.)
“I was born in the wrong generation” is a boring cliche, but until the men of my generation begin wearing leopard print sequined jackets, I stand by it.
A major problem with fashion today is that we’re so obsessed with “the rules”. Glam and glitter is reserved for Halloween and holiday parties. When the virus clears and we can finally leave our houses, let’s make a point to break those rules. Wear a sequined top to Sunday brunch. Don a glittery blazer to your friend’s baby shower in May. Who made these rules anyway? Certainly not Marc Bolan.
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