matt bruening

m o v i n g

2010-02-01T13:38:00.001-08:00

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adios.

i wanna shoot my stuff.

2010-01-09T18:12:00.000-08:00

super overexposed, off centered, vacant emotion, messy hair, natural make up, grungy, style lookbook stuff.

who wants in?

(soon: this blog will self-destruct and transform into mattbruening.com....SOON)

Courtney A | Next Models (LA)

2010-01-09T18:08:00.001-08:00

Grounded / model: Courtney / photo: harold julian / wardrobe/styling: matt bruening

Raw Evolution | Style Series shot by Harold Julian

2009-12-21T16:28:00.000-08:00

Red Rose Gown by Kate Henry

Fur and shorts by Matt Bruening

Furs and Harems by Matt Bruening

Origami Denim dress by Alysia Himoto

Fur and Harems by Matt Bruening

Photographer/Editor: Harold Julian

Models: Erica (GroundUp Agency); Mahina (Niche Models)

Make Up Artists: Maile Meno (GroundUP Agency) / Holly Stephens (Reve Salon)

Location: Manifest Bar & Cafe (N. Hotel St., Honolulu)
more photos: www.haroldjulianphotos.com

fresh FRESH fresh!!!

2009-12-21T15:57:00.000-08:00

So Friday was the BEST night of 2009...hands down. THE SUPER CW PARTY AT FRESH CAFE. (Yes, if you follow me on twitter and friends with me on FB, then YES i'm repeating myself.) Started off with a definite, and MUCH needed bang, `cause CW knows how to throw a DAMN party and to start things off, the Deadbeats KILLED it on stage with a great, and never-gets-old, performance. After a brief interlude of mad beats, and fresh tunes of DJ Eskae, he threw in a great intro by Sam Sharpo that started off the Fashion Show, ending with "The Reeling" by Passion Pit. Whether you were actually there or not, here's some footage to relive or catch up with:

Mahina in T-Back Kimono Dress.

Justine in Racer Back Tank & High Waisted Paper Bag waist skirt.

Rain in Paper Back waist shorts with lumberjack peek-a-boo pockets; Sueded Knit slouchy top, and reversable fur frontier hat.

Krista in a familiar piece, the Romper.

Kiani in the apparently favored piece of the night: The Metallic Gold Paper Bag waist skirt.

Rain in yet another familiar piece; the black and white poncho.

Mahina in faux fur pelt, slouchy tank, textured harems; Erica in cropped motor, fingerless gloves, and velour harems.

Erica (here, the harems.)

**And all models also sported Jewelry designed and handmade by Trunnk Jewelry designer, Katlin Taosaka. She also took these Photos.

The latter continued with sick performances by the JumpOffs and the Girlfriends, and continuing on with DJ Eskae and DJ Nicky Savage to spin the rest of the night away....

BIG THANKS TO CHRISTA WITTMIER (SUPERCW); TIFFANY TANAKA of FRESH CAFE; GROUND UP PIRATES/AGENCY; Make Up Artists RYAN CAMACHO AND CHRISTA WONG; and EVERYONE WHO MADE THE NIGHT POSSIBLE!!!

There is more footage to be added. Check back as I will be updating as much as I can....

PEAS.

Video footage, by Nadine Kam of the Honolulu Star Bulletin (I should be doing a style spread with her SOON.)

Fashion Show | December 18 | FRESH Cafe Warehouse

2009-11-20T21:59:00.000-08:00

Different from the BillieYoung stuff, Matt Bruening things are a little more...complex. Inspired by rock curvetures; that thin median between hard and soft where a structural pieces like rock can still have a gentle appearance. Basically driving pass Makapu'u / Cockroach Cove area with all the rocks and swirly walls alongside the roads, and all the concave formations really caught my eye just driving thru the other week and thought that would be a good interpretation of what I feel right now. Weaves/CrossHatching signature MB steeze is making that comeback.

I couldn't decide what "season" to design for, so basically I'm bring that "you have to live in Hawaii to know" that kind of steeze into this. So I am basically trying to design for that season between fall AND spring. (aka Hawaii year long summer; but with pieces for those occassional cold nights.)

All this and more happening December 18th, at the Fresh Cafe Warehouse. Performances by The JumpOffs, The Deadbeats, and The Girlfriends will rock the house. And DJ Eskae (of Nocturnal Sound Crew) and DJ Nicky Savage of LA will be spinning the night away. And EVERYONE is invited. And when I say everyone, I mean your little sister and your Grandma Annie can come on DOWN! (Party brought to you by SuperCW, Ground Up Pirates, Ground Up Agency, and Fresh Cafe [located: 831 Queens St.])

In other news:My garments and new stuff will be available for purchase in the new Acid Dolls store, located at the Royal Hawaiian Shopping Center. Cindy King, designer of Acid Dolls, also approached me about an exclusive Acid Dolls by Matt Bruening line, where one-of-a-kind pieces will be sold exclusively at her store ONLY. Excited? More like FxCKIN stoked! The Grand Opening party for the new Acid Dolls store happens December 11. PARTY TIME.

Questions? Comments? Concerns? email me: mattbruening@gmail.com x facebook.com/matt.bruening

I WANT EVERYONE THERE.

Billie Young S/S '10 inspiration board

2009-11-13T19:54:00.001-08:00

ctrl + click above image.

so i think i'm narrowing it down to simplicity -- overall.
i feel like investing in great, quality pieces is what it's all about.
theme: urban bliss | peaceful, edgy downtown flare. ; simple instincts: basic silhouettes with modern cuts and colors (prints...?) an everyday wardrobe that doesn't look too everyday....

minimalist attempts. tame-exaggerated silhouettes. SIMPLE.
separates.
colors -- transitional friendly (magenta, teal, champagne/gold, black, grey, oatmeal, white)
inspired to the fullest. new new new coming soon soon soon.

i got a secret to reveal too. no i'm not pregnant. that wouldn't be cool....AT ALL.
fashion secrets. to say the least....that's it i'm shutting my mouth. more news on the waaaaaay.

adieu.

ambitious reverie

2009-11-10T21:31:00.000-08:00

Inspiration.

2009-11-08T12:48:00.001-08:00

teals.
magentas.
gold.
black.
greys.
a la neutralls.

slight billie young flavor for december.

post holiday / spring tide carols. you know. you'll see.

keepyaheadbackwithyaeyesopen. the stars will align december 18th.

Signature Women's Line, In the Works

2009-10-23T01:22:00.000-07:00

New Project. A new addition to the works of MB. "BYe BYe, MB. Hello BillieYoung!" STAY TUNED.

under renovation.

2009-10-18T19:53:00.001-07:00

visions on hold.

life on standby.

readjusting.

Apartm3nt Shoot

2009-10-08T23:29:00.000-07:00

Make Up Artist Christa Wong models the MB Charlie Gown. photo by Brandon Ching
**click to enlarge.

time for an update, ya think?

2009-10-06T17:13:00.000-07:00

welllllllll

not much been going on. or rather a lot has been going on just haven't been able to grasp it all at once.

still brainstorming new collection for Billie Young (yes, new BRAND from MB [strictly women]) i'll have description and concept of new line, etc. soon, HOPEFULLY.

just been working A LOT. Got new stuff coming in left and right, and i'm quite pleased with the new steeze Club Monaco got going on; and we get new free stuff too! including a scarf...STOOOKEDDDD

coming up:

OCTOBER: hopefully interview/work for FX Productions. Haunted Plantation!!! I'll be helping out there too with my ground up fam!!!! Oct 16/17, 22/23, and 30/31!!! MB Costume, Dr. Jekyl/Mr. Hyde...you like? HOPE SO!!!!!!!

NOVEMBER: JAPPPPAAAAAAAAAAAAAN for GROUND UP ART TOUR!!!! SHOULD BE GREAT....hopefully. I need money. And a passport...STILL!!!

but yeah i'll post stuff soon; haven't been working on new stuff but i've finalized two new looks that will wrap up what the new collection will be ALL ABOUT.

also new "mark downs" on mb stuff on my myspace: myspace.com/mb_inc. buy it all. i'm tired of seeing it. so i can make MORE stuff...

STAY TUNED.

Les Artiste | Vintage Editorial

2009-09-20T02:25:00.000-07:00

models - momoko metzker (kathu muller) + bianca bennett
hair/makeup - maile meno
photos / styling : matt bruening

What Wood You Do?

2009-09-15T12:57:00.001-07:00

Photo: Brooke Dombroski (brooklynhawaii.com)

Model: Mahina Boersma (KathyMullerAgency)

Hair/Make Up: Holly Stephens

Sequin RacerBack Tunic: Virginia Paresa

Lumberjack Jumper: MB (MattBruening)

A Series of Fortunate Events.

2009-09-11T16:34:00.000-07:00

I've been truly blessed to know a lot of great, talented, beautiful, generous, and of course, CONNECTED friends. A million phone calls, ok not a million, but more than usual, led me to appreciate time, patience, and friendships.

I got a call from former classmate, Dana, about joining their team as a production/photo/stylist assistant for their photoshoots, shot around the nation. They've published work in Vogue, and did a lot of print ads for Apple, and other corporate clientele. I must say, if I am able to join this team, things are going be great.

SO aside from all that here's what the week was like, and how its gonna be (photo updates later):

Thursday 9/10/09 -- Escada Party with Hawaii RED; Acid Dolls Fashion Show/After Party at Pearl Lounge

Lehua (Fashion Director HRMag), Me, Colin, Kelsey, Elyse, Ryan of Ulupono, and Noa (Ground Up)Me, Nicole & Noa

Friday 9/11/09 -- WOW already 8 years ago from 9/11....damn. Women's Expo with Hawaii RED and HIFI.

Saturday 9/12/09 -- Dinner with some COOL friends!! Grouch and Eligh Concert at Next Door! LAZRTAG (LA DJs) at LOFT!!

Sunday 9/13/09 -- Women's Expo with Hawaii RED (Fashion show by HIFI designers); JOHN LEGEND CONCERT!!!!

Monday 9/14/09 -- Photoshoot with the beautiful Mahina, and the talented Brooke! (New items....YES!)

Wednesday 9/16/09 -- Interview with FX Production (the Vogue peeps I was talking about!)

Thursday 9/17/09 -- 90s Party at the Ground Up Mothership!

Friday 9/18/09 -- Pecha Kucha Presentation!

BUSY. BUSY. BUSY. Thought it would never be like this. I guess better to be busy, than to NOT be busy at ALL?

TRUCE. Stay Tuned. photos soon...

Don't White Any Longer...

2009-09-09T17:06:00.001-07:00

I had the privilege of shooting with BROOKE DOMBROSKI and met some cool peeps, too. SHOUT OUTS TO PETER KING! ALANA KYSAR! NIKKI HULME (model)!....great results...more photos SOON.

Nikki is wearing the Flinstones Poncho, on sale for $60. purchase on myspace.com/mb_inc

Video: FIXATED REALITIES

2009-09-06T16:22:00.001-07:00

Urban Blliss | Style Shoot

2009-08-30T12:49:00.001-07:00

model: Sarah Burke
photographer: Mary Carlton
Wardrobe & Stylist: Matt Bruening

BURNIN' UP

2009-08-25T14:03:00.000-07:00

Dress by MB Photo: Harold Julian Model: Justine (Kathy Muller) Make Up: Maile Meno

MAILE MENO / HAROLD JULIAN SHOOT

2009-08-24T02:18:00.000-07:00

Today I got to help style a shoot for fellow friend, and make up artist Maile Meno, who's work can be seen throughout countless DISfunkshion photoshoots, and most of my work as well. And who better to shoot it none other than the talented mr. julian. HAROLD JULIAN that is. Here's a BIG teaser for the RADNESS that happened today. you'll see the end result much later; keep this in mind; it'll be blown later. YOUR mind that is....stay TUNED.

URBAN BOHEMIA ON HONOZOOLOO.COM

2009-08-18T12:55:00.001-07:00

want to own these exclusive pieces? and see what else is in "store?"

visit: http://www.myspace.com/mb_inc

Urban Bohemia Photoshoot (Sneaks)

2009-08-15T20:42:00.000-07:00

SOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO I would post all the new photo series from LAST night...but I'm not. My boy Aaron Yoshino aka Honozooloo (http://www.honozooloo.com/), is editing, cropping, and all the good stuff for better, WEB friendly ones. However, he did slide me a couple for your viewing pleasure. Enjoy! (More to come...)

Model: Justine (Kathy Muller) , Make Up: Maile Meno; Hair: Colin Edsman

Tropical Maxi Dress

Model: Kytia (Kathy Muller), Make Up: Maile Meno; Hair: Kelsey

Glam Bubble Strapless Dress

MORE to come...stay TUNED.

Sneak Peek: Urban Bohemia Collection

2009-08-08T14:07:00.000-07:00

I haven't really said too much about the line, wanting to wait a little while before the show started; so I figure it's about time to give a little insight to what the collection is all about. I've been gearing towards a more bohemic vibe for this Post-Summer/Pre-Fall collection that blends both vintage styles and vintage fabric, with modern and wearable silhouettes. I've taken a lot of inspiration from the 70s, with that whole spirit of fun and nostalgia. I feel these pieces are modern in a way that these revitalized styles and silhouettes are much present today and I wanted to be a part of that to help capture the spirit of it all. So here's your 'sneak peek! (I know it's two similar pieces...lol. I want you guys to be there to see the rest!)

STIMULUS FASHION SHOW | 08.14.09

2009-08-05T00:56:00.000-07:00

last mb fashion show.

i've been thinking about where i want to gear myself, and i've came to terms with my expectations. this will be my last fashion show...of 2009 that is. MORE to come in 2010. optimistic? sorta. just a little hiatus for a fashion renaissance. MB complete collection. mens&womens launch in 2010. stay tuned.

FASHION SHOW BY: MB, MECHAKAWA, AND LA PISTIL. ALSO SOME GREAT ART PIECES, AND MORE!
please come. it's for a good cause. seriously.

INNOV8 MAGAZINE SHOOT | GROUND UP PHOTOSHOOT

2009-08-02T20:30:00.001-07:00

I got a call from my fellow friend, stylist Anne Au. She asked if I could help her style...yet again, adding to the hectic schedule of mine---but it's the best way to live---BUSY. Sometimes. We got together some sick outfits, featuring CLOTH Vintage, swimsuits by Dawn, and accessories provided by IslandSnow and So Good Jewelry.

Here's a sneak peek of what will go down in the next issue for Innov8 Magazine:

Also, in other news, the Ground Up Pirates gathered for the annual photoshoot to meet and greet peeps, chat it up, and ham it up like no other. Here's another sneakage for y'all...

I wish I could end by saying the hectic-ness is over, but this is only the BEGINNING. TBC

Willy Branlund Photoshoot

2009-07-28T12:26:00.000-07:00

So I was fortunate to help style and wardrobe a photoshoot by Willy Branlund.

The inspiration: Urban-Boho Chic

Styles Provided: Boho Strapless & Flinstones Poncho (Pictured)

Model: Mahina Boersma (KathyMuller Agency)

MakeUp/Hair: Holly Stephens

Assistant: Mary Carlton

After a day of almost 12 hours shooting in numerous locations, the results were....BREATHTAKING. You be the judge:

MBitious

2009-07-24T18:14:00.001-07:00

After my summer shoot, i've been taking it easy with new designs. That is, until great friends of mine wanted to collaborate on a shoot. I couldn't refuse. Talented photographer, model, make up artist, and great assistant -- who could resist? And this is only the beginning of the week of madness...

Monday -- Photoshoot Photog: Willy Brandlund / Model: Mahina Ho Boersma / Make Up Artist: Holly Stephens / Wardrobe: Matt Bruening / Assistants: Mary & Candace

Wednesday & Thursday -- Photoshoot for innova8 magazine. My friend Anne (ah-nay) of Rock Shop asked to help style both a day and night shoot. We've teamed up a few times for fashion shows so it's time we team up and get it all on print. STOKED to the max about that...

Friday -- Photoshoot GroundUP Pirates [Artists, Models, Photographers, Designers, Make Up Artists, etc.] EPICNESS.

Updates and more coming soon. Stay TUNED.

myspace.com/mb_inc
facebook.com/matt.bruening
mattbruening.wordpress.com

MB FASHION GET 'EM WHILE YOU CAN!

2009-07-20T14:44:00.000-07:00

Summer Season is almost over. But in Hawaii, Summer NEVER Ends. Get your hands on MB Summer and Fall Items. Here's some photos; Visit myspace.com/mb_inc for more and purchasing: