Anarchy on a ship

With the newest Pirate of the Caribbean coming out, and Doctor Who making a big statement on a Pirate ship, my already obscenely passionate adoration for pirates is seriously sparking up again. Now, my obsession for the pirate look began when I was very, very young, and I have dressed as a pirate on many an occasion, so I think I know my stuff. This isn’t how to dress up as a pirate costume, but for that pirate inspired look.

• Boots. Whether they’re below the ankle, or just under the knee, black lace-up boots are where you want to go for the Pirate look. I have a pair of Vintage Vivienne Westwoods that have a silver point-toe, and skulls straps, that are big for my pirate scene, as well as a pair of standard black lace-up boots that come right under the knee.
• If you go with knee high-boots, then go with black leggings underneath. The reason for this is because of the over sized coat I’m going to go into soon.
• An over-sized, woolen coat in either gray, black or navy blue is the only way to go pirate, with over-sized sleeves and an obscene amount of buttons in mis-matched sizes and colours is always good.
• For a shirt, think about stripes, but in either red and white, red and black, or blue and white, and keep it tight and long sleeved.
• If you’re big on having a darker wardrobe, then a simple long-sleeved black shirt will do fine.
• The reason I think it needs to be long sleeved is kind of hard to explain, but short is good too. JUST NO SINGLETS, PLEASE.
• This is a very good look for Winter, because you can put on as many layers as you please.
• A piece of random fabric or a thin scarf tied around the head, with a bow just below the ears is good for hair-styles, but you can go with the hat if you’re very brave, and do not fear in looking like you’re in a costume.
• Black chipped nail-polish is also quite good, for the rugged ‘I’ve been at sea for too long. ‘CBF painting my nails.’
• Smoulder in your eyes. Keep it thick and heavy, and do not fear in smudging anything!
• If the jacket isn’t your thing, I still say keep with the leggings, because you want to look casual, like this is your thing, not like you’re going to a dress up party, so go with a large, white cotton, long sleeved shirt, with a very long neutral vest.
• Look at Vivienne Westwood, or typical Pirate films for inspiration!

The next thing on my list.

Karen Gillan as Amy Pond in my favourite show, Doctor Who.

Now, you should all know my obsession for Karen Gillan and Doctor Who, and episode 3 of Season Six is absolutely amazing, not just because the beautiful Lily Cole has a gigantic feature, but Karen Gillan (Amy Pond) is a PIRATE. A freaking pirate. I have such an obsession for Pirates it's ridiculous, and frankly, Amy as a Pirate was kind of amazing in every single way. This post isn't just about my love for Doctor Who, nor does it only have the title of an AMAZING book. (The next thing on my list - Jill Smolinksi, I recommend it) but it is basically to let you all know, that I am not hunting to make a pirate coat like Amy wears. From what I can see, it's a woolen jacket, which is going to be perfect for winter, and I think it's an amazing way to add a little bit of spark to my uniform, and general outfits. Now, every year I have a Pirate party, but each year my costume is completely different, and right now, I want Amy's jacket, with the brown strap across her shoulder, and who can forget the hat? I of course love the boots, and have a similar pair, but not with the bright pink tights.