This past Friday I stopped by the Strange Beauty Show salon to get a manicure from The Gaudy God. He was a great sport (no doubt inspired by the outrageous antics of Lady Gaga) and readily agreed to step outside into the blizzard for an impromptu streetstyle photo session. How fabulous is his vintage coat and mink collar!
Matt is styling the window installation at the “Not Your Granny’s Panties” vintage shopping party. Kokorokoko, ChiTown VinTage, and The Gaudy God are joining forces for the event, which is being hosted by Eskell boutique at 1509 North Milwaukee on January 15th and 16th. On Saturday the event will be from 11am to 7pm, and on Sunday the event will be from 12pm to 5pm. Be sure to come out and score some fabulous vintage pieces!
Matt exudes warmth and is very easy to talk to – perfect qualities for a beautician to have. Personal stylists often serve a variety of functions beyond the usual business of beautifying, including pep talker, dating coach, and confidant. Kanye West has Cassius Marcellus Cornelius Clay, Jessica Simpson has Ken Paves, and now you can have The Gaudy God as your own personal celebrity-maker!
As you can see from the photo of my nails below, The Gaudy God is a talented manicurist in addition to his roles as a film student at Columbia College, fashion designer and underground vintage apparel vendor. He often co-hosts events along with SisterMan. Their next event is SPACE TRASH 2000 at Berlin nightclub on Monday, January 24th at 10pm. Check out the event info on Facebook.
Call the Strange Beauty Show salon at 773-252-9522 to make an appointment. Or you can take a chance and drop in Friday or Saturday afternoon on an impulse if you happen to be spending the day in Wicker Park, although it is best to still call ahead to make sure Matt is working.
