Fashion Forward: Nazi Chic

“Nazi chic” a term that describes the use of Nazi imagery, paraphernalia or fashion either for the exhilaration of breaking taboos or for sensational shock value, but not for the express purpose of sympathizing with the ideology of Nazism. (via Chinasmack) Ever heard of it?! Or start to see it pop-up on the internet??? Well, it's all the rage in Asian right now, particulary Thailand, where gangs of youths can be seen seen walking the streets donning their Hitler cartoon t-shirts and dressing up in full Nazi uniform (complete with Swastika armbands and toy guns). It's nothing new, it's actually been documented as early as 2000. Cosplay images of Nazi chic have been popping up and creating a stir among Western netizens. Foreigners visiting Bangkok, Thailand will be surprised to see stalls and shops selling a panda Hitler t-shirt alongside Michael Jackson. Lol. Have you seen any of these? The most popular have been the McHitler design. You can buy them for $7-$12 a piece in Thailand. I personally think they're funny and says alot about McDonalds, Teletubbies and pandas...

Oh panda Hitler...you are so cute? Terrifying? You remind me of that bear with claws that beats up the kid...Gloomy! That bear's name is Gloomy. These shirts actually look like you might find them in Hot Topic, just saying. The panda is like stitched up like a vodoo doll and Hot Topic is always trying to be emo and "trendy."

McHitler, you are now a symbol of the McDonalds Corporation. Don't miss the transvestite version in the yellow! I mean, these designs aren't too bad, it's just that it is Hitler and he's very evil. Just know it's a trend and they don't understand the horrific meaning behind it.

Teletubbie Hitler is just funny! He looks slightly constipated or like he's raising his hand in class.

Thai Man Marries His Dead Bride

Thailand, January 18, 2012
In the Thailand province of Surin, a man named Chadil Deffy (also Deff Yingyuen??) decided to marry his dead girlfriend in a ceremony at her funeral. While many find this strange and slightly creepy, many who attended also said that his display of love was very touching and sad. The couple had been dating for ten years and had plans to marry in the future when his future bride, Sarinya "Anne" Kamsook, died in an accident on January 3. Chadil has posted these pictures of the ceremony on his overrun Facebook page in the album titled "Corpse Bride." A little unnerving, no? Weird? Or very fitting?

They had been putting off the engagement because of their studies and overall business of their lives and never settled on a date. A close friend of the groom said that Chadil put on this display out of pure guilt. He regretted not being able to do more for his girlfriend in the ten years together and wished they had not put off their marriage until now.

What do you guys think? Is this sweet or just plain creepy? Looking at their pictures to the right, I think we have found the most hipster guy and the cutest girl in Thailand! It is still sad to see these two people lose each other.

R.I.P. Sarinya Anne Kamsook

via Huffington Post

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