// MARCH 2009

Beyond the hype: Adeline Rapon

I will never have a static, defined style, and neither will any one else.

Adeline Rapon is an 18 year old from Paris, France. Keep up with her at http://adelinerapon.blogspot.com.

Tell us a bit about yourself and where you live.

I've already said it sooo many times, but I'm so proud of it: I'm mixed. My father's origins are Indian, French and East African. He's from Martinique, West Indies, and my mum is a blue-eyed, blonde French. I love my mixed heritage, especially knowing that my great-grandparents were living in countries that are so far away from each other. (My father's side was actually in slavery in Martinique.) I'm very proud of the diverse history behind my family.

I'm 18 and, for too complicated reasons, I'm losing my first year of college study due to art school admissions issues. But I want to study applied arts (graphics, design, art history…), and I hope I will finally be accepted in a school soon. So what am I doing right now? Studying English literature, which bores me more than ever and creating clothes with my friend Harvey Cindy Pekar, which has become a real passion.

How would you describe Paris and the fashion scene where you live?

I live in a close suburb of Paris. I've always studied in Paris, from nursery to now, so I've spent most of my life in the capital. (But this is pretty common.) In the suburb where I'm living, fashion is...how to describe it? It's a real movement; you can recognize suburbians everywhere. They've got a common style, which comes from last year's fashion mixed with other influences, such as American music videos. I'm generalizing, but it's a very distinct fashion.

Fashion in Paris is very varied across the different districts—bourgeois in the West, bohemian-bourgeois (bobos) in the South, suburbians in the middle. Again, I'm generalizing. It moves and changes so much!

I always will be fascinated by Paris. I'm always the first to play tourist and take photos of places yelling "C'est trop beau là!". Ha, childish.

Is it unacceptable to be french and unfashionable? :)

Hahahaha! France is like every other country, some people are fashionable, some not. But I've never seen great fashionable old ladies in other places than Paris. I'm a real big fan of the ones with a little Hermès bag and great coats which you know they have had for so much years but are still like new, and perfect white or black hair. I want to look like them when I'm old because they still care about how they look. I really envy and love those old Parisiennes for their elegance.

Describe your personal style and its influences / inspiration.

I don't know how to describe my style. I try to reinvent each piece of clothing I own, and sometimes it's so hard for me to dress because I just can't wear the same combination twice. Every morning is like a new puzzle I have to resolve; sometimes it takes very long, sometimes I just pick up the right pieces by chance. If I don't recognize myself in the mirror, I just try something else.

My influences and inspirations are very numerous, I often save them in my mental cupboard, forget where they come from and recreate them without being conscious of it. It's mostly on Internet with street style sites. I discovered a great Japanese site thanks to Jane Aldridge, which is Drop - Fashion Street Snap. I'm amazed by the style of the Japanese, how can they be so individualy stylish?

I'm also easily influenced by things I see, like movies, historic fashion exhibitions, trips…I think I will never have a static, defined style, and neither will any one else.

What are your favorite designers and places to shop?

I love designers I can't buy. Chanel, Barbara Bui, Vivienne Westwood, Lagerfeld, Issey Miyake.

But in reality, I mostly shop at H&M, Zara, Benetton, American Apparel, Parisian brands such as Maje, and British stores like Topshop. I'll be in London this month, so Londoners, I need your advice on where to shop!

The first thing you look at in another person's outfit is:

If he/she looks comfortable in it.

What do you splurge on?

Food. Such a shame when I think of what I could have bought with all those grande double shot white mochas and scones. I do need therapy.

What do you skimp on?

Work. (Shhh. I also need therapy for my laziness.)

A fashion rule you always break:

It doesn't matter if colors "match" together or not. Brown and blue are cool together. Rules are quite stupid.

A fashion rule you never break:

Oversized tops should never be paired with oversized bottoms. But I'm not saying I'll never break this rule!

Favorite color(s) of the moment:

I don't know why, but black and red have been my favorite colors for a long time.

Let's talk trends. What do you notice?

Shoulder pads are coming back in, as Betty Autier says. I'm a real fan of the jacket, Thriller, and the artist who sang it. Welcome back, chou!

What do you think is the most underrated item in clothing?

For men, every single item except pants and shirts. For woman, long dresses.

What is the ultimate showpiece in your closet?

My Mum's wedding dress. It's actually in the "annexe closet" because there's not enough space in mine. But I'm so in love with it, it's so simple, only a savage-silk white dress with frills and short sleeves. I'll wear it if I marry one day. Oh, and my Grandma made it.

What is your next "must have" purchase?

Surely the next nice garment I see if I start shopping again.

Are there any famous people whose style you admire?

The Gainsbourg combo: Charlotte/Jane/Serge. They know how to look wonderful in basics. Also, French actresses, but I never remember their names because I'm not a huge fan of French movies (don't whip me!). Then there's Kate Moss and Agyness Deyn...the British "it girls"!

What's on your IPOD / bookshelf / DVD player at the moment?

Music fascinates me, even if I can't even sing "Joyeux Anniversaire" correctly (it's a very hard song, admit it!), and the only thing I ever played correctly with my brother's guitar was the three first notes of "Smells Like Teen Spirit." I love everything. I can listen to Justin Timberlake, then switch to Fall Out Boys, Serge Gainsbourg, Ciara, Ying Yang Twins, Dionysos, Indochine etc. I don't have special tastes. I'm always looking for [musical] beginnings, so right now I'm listening to [music from] the 30's and 40's. Just need to sing and/or dance, whatever the song and whatever the dance.

I love British literature from Wilde to Rowling (Arry Potteur I love you). I'm also a big fan of Amélie Nothomb, Victor Hugo, J.P. Sartre, Barjavel, Vian, weird French literature (Ionesco etc). I'm stopping my list. I don't want to bore you.

Ah movies, movies. You Americans are really trop forts. Can't even tell which you which ones, there's too many awesome movies. Titanic, Changeling, Back to the Future (Marti je t'aime aussi)…but I also love British comedies (again those Rosbeefs) such as Mr. Bean and Shaun of the Dead, French comedies (every single one with Alain Chabat or producted by Canal+), and Asian horror movies. I love too many things.

Next place you want to travel to (and why):

I've wanted to travel to Tokyo since I was 8 years old! I can't tell you how fascinated I am by every single thing from Japan.

What is your personal favorite outfit on LOOKBOOK.nu by you, and by another member?

My favorite from me is Jeunes femmes et vieux messieurs, des cheveux elles en ont pour deux (pictured right). I like the simplicity of it.

I've chosen two guys looks because of their inventiveness and personality, and because if I were a boy, like Queen B. sings, I would look like them, and ALSO because I can't make a choice between so many girls' outfits! Meron na tayong tinapay at keso by Jujiin bentley S. and 26.11.08..16.40..Londres. by Sam L.

What is your favorite magazine?

Les Irockuptibles and Le Nouvel Observateur. I LOVE silly magazines. And fashion magazines bore me.

Something about yourself most people don't know:

I never really felt in love with someone. But I have time, don't I?

By the year 2013, you will be what/where:

Still in Paris, or in London (but I'm dreaming too much). Hope I would have my Applied Arts diploma. And maybe pursuing studies in styling or fashion design or something. Just hope I'll be happy. Art is my real passion. Styling & clothes will come after.

Johnny D. wants to know: Will Obama secure peace all around the world (in the sexiest suits ever)?

Hmmm sexy sexy Obama... Can he? I hope so. I just want to wish him all my encouragements, and lots of sexy suits. But, in a certain way, he isn't my President (even if I really would him like to be, instead of our...well, I'll keep what I think of him to myself), so I can't place all my hopes in him.

What should we ask the next interviewee?

Describe your style at the age of 13. (I'm cruel!)

What would you say to someone seeking general fashion advice?

Remeber who you are. Listen to Mufasa, chéri(e).

Comments

Nelson D. (@ndcjunior): March 6, 2009

about time :D
je t'aime Adeline, beau et assez en tant que toujours! :D
vous avez été une si grande inspiration.
( i hope i said it right haha...)

Adeline R. (@adelinerapon): March 6, 2009

thank youuu Nelson !
I don't know what you mean by "beau et assez en tant que toujours" but the rest is ok !
xxx

Yna M. (@YnaMusico): March 6, 2009

The pictures are amazing. I never would have thought of wearing anyof that. :D

It's wonderful! I've been waiting for a new interview of Beyond the hype. This is one of my favorites. :D!

Adeline R. (@adelinerapon): March 7, 2009

thank you !

Martina N.: March 6, 2009

I love this girl she never miss a thing and I think she have the must refined style here very individual I mean look at her she know how to mix a good piece of clothes and yea I do think she is very French ...

congratulations Adeline very good interview <3

Adeline R. (@adelinerapon): March 7, 2009

thank you so much !xx

Irene N.: March 6, 2009

Tavi would have a good answer to your question for the nexgt interviewee. :D
good job adeline! great interview.

Adeline R. (@adelinerapon): March 7, 2009

oh yeah, i wish i was like her when i had her age...
thanks !

Cailin K.: March 6, 2009

Wow i love how you write you seem really "sympa" my dear. and your style is awesome.

Adeline R. (@adelinerapon): March 7, 2009

hahaha thank you !

Hanne S.: March 6, 2009

brilliant interview, you seem so fun and original.

Adeline R. (@adelinerapon): March 7, 2009

hahaha, i try i try.. xx

Irene B.: March 6, 2009

Great answers, you seem really nice

Adeline R. (@adelinerapon): March 7, 2009

Valikabu ..: March 6, 2009

oh, dear,
u r amazing..
your taste is extremly cool!

more!!!

:]]]

<3

Adeline R. (@adelinerapon): March 7, 2009

thank you !!

Mathilde edith M.: March 6, 2009

belle interview mademoiselle :)
et beau style bien sûr ; )

Adeline R. (@adelinerapon): March 7, 2009

merci beaucoup!

Jordan C.: March 7, 2009

belle interview, adeline. intéressantes et inspirantes réponses. ton style est trop bon comme d'habitude! :)

Adeline R. (@adelinerapon): March 7, 2009

merciii !!

Mademoiselle M.: March 7, 2009

You are definitely one of my top three favorite lookbook members! You have amazing style and I always look to you for something fresh, new, and spontaneous! You are huge inspiration!

Adeline R. (@adelinerapon): March 7, 2009

thank youuu !!! <3

Vanessa V.: March 7, 2009

it's about time they did you.

this was a great read. you have amazing style.

Adeline R. (@adelinerapon): March 7, 2009

thank you !

Renée S.: March 7, 2009

i love the interview (so real, so natural), i really am a lot like you. i want to do so much, but i'm lazyyy. though i'm trying to change that!

Adeline R. (@adelinerapon): March 7, 2009

I'm terribly lazy too, you know !
I'm working on it !
<3

Azure W.: March 7, 2009

awesome

Adeline R. (@adelinerapon): March 7, 2009

thanks !

Maria J.: March 7, 2009

finally ur beyond the hype!
ur awesome!

Adeline R. (@adelinerapon): March 8, 2009

thanks !!

Chloe A.: March 7, 2009

"Describe your style at the age of 13."
that really is a very, ridiculously cruel question! haha. ;)

Adeline R. (@adelinerapon): March 8, 2009

doesn't it !

Janoo ..: March 8, 2009

Oh you're lovely!

Adeline R. (@adelinerapon): March 8, 2009

thank youuu !

Klara B.: March 8, 2009

You are like...the best :O

Adeline R. (@adelinerapon): March 8, 2009

oh wow ! thank you !

Klara B.: March 8, 2009

And I hope you don't look down at me because..I am 13 xD

Adeline R. (@adelinerapon): March 8, 2009

If only you knew how I dressed at the age of 13... You'll die of laughing. Really.

Klara B.: March 8, 2009

I want to know!
I am sure I'm going to laugh at my amateur wannabe lookbook outfits, but...I try as good as I can :)

Tell me!!!(You'll make my day knowing I can be as good as you-by your age)

Adeline R. (@adelinerapon): March 8, 2009

I was like, haha having jogging pants with Nikes, ugly sweaters, ugly tshirts... Well, I didn't care about how I looked, like everyone in my school...

Klara B.: March 8, 2009

Oh thanks :)
I don't wear that so..MAYBE I have a chance to become something :D
Yay!
But I'm sure you looked good in that to, I mean, you have like a wonderful face!
Be proud ;D

Adeline R. (@adelinerapon): March 8, 2009

no no i didn't look great, believe me ! It was horrible. All I can do is trying to forget it!

You look great, darling ;)

Klara B.: March 8, 2009

Haha!
Once you've done it, it can't be undone

But a life would be boooring if it haven't got any mistakes in it!

Uhm...I don't think so, I am to -fat- for being stylish...or being stylish in others eyes.

Adeline R. (@adelinerapon): March 8, 2009

this is totally idiot. You're never too skinny or too fat to look good in an outfit. Stop reading fashion magazines, darling, find who you are first ;)

Klara B.: March 8, 2009

I know who I am and really don't care about my weight.
I think people who only look at the body are pathetic.
But still - It's eaiser to wear something with confident if you aren't "fat".

Andy D.: March 8, 2009

haha!I really liked the interview, it was fun

:):)

Adeline R. (@adelinerapon): March 8, 2009

thank you !

Léa P.: March 8, 2009

J'adore, ton style, tes réponses. Naturelle, qui ne prend pas de haut. Continue comme ça.
Je suis jalouse, j'aime tes vêtements et comment tu les assemblent. ;)
Bravo

Adeline R. (@adelinerapon): March 8, 2009

merci beaucoup ! <3

Chloe M.: March 8, 2009

The interview at last! =D Fun à lire en tout cas, ça fait toujours plaisir de connaître un peu mieux les gens derrière les looks...

Adeline R. (@adelinerapon): March 9, 2009

merci merci ! (jai l'impression d'avoir raconté tout et n'importe quoi quand je me relis, c'est terrible)

Douglas D.: March 8, 2009

This is certainly one of my favourite interviews! You style is so well thought of, and well put together.
One of the most nicest lookbook girls :)

Adeline R. (@adelinerapon): March 9, 2009

Thank you Doug !

Marleena H.: March 8, 2009

Oh Adeline, le mot de la fin xD explosée de rire.
Nan sérieux, ton parcours ressemble beaucoup au mien, sauf que je me suis forcée à aller jusqu'au bout de la licence... pour ahem... refuser deux écoles d'arts appliquées bidons (à Nice c'est que du privé à 5000 euros l'année, Manaa + BTS ComVisuelle faut pas exagérer non plus...)
Bref bref, on se retrouve à la fin de ton diplome, quand je ferais des accessoires pour ta ligne de vétements avec ta copine lol.
(L'espoir fait vivre. duhh...) et merci pour ton naturel. Pas comme d'autres filles de la blogo...
*je ne citerai pas de noms* O:)

Adeline R. (@adelinerapon): March 9, 2009

Faudra t-il déjà que je me mette à faire des vêtements pour de bon !

;)

Pascal G. (@pascalgrob): March 8, 2009

sigh, laziness, i just know it too well. loved the interview. you are certainly an interesting person.

you wouldn't wanna know how i looked like at the age of 13 x)

Adeline R. (@adelinerapon): March 9, 2009

Oh yes, I would like to ! (13 was a terrible age to me)

xxx

Helena F.: March 9, 2009

hahahaha "listen to mufasa" made me smile :)

Adeline R. (@adelinerapon): March 9, 2009

i ashamed with this part haha

Heyla A.: March 9, 2009

finally!!! I've been waiting for this one in particular. i love her style.i really like they way she puts things together and make everything work.

Adeline R. (@adelinerapon): March 9, 2009

Thank you very much !

Kimberley Z.: March 9, 2009

Great interview, you're a very interesting person.
And I love your style honey.

Adeline R. (@adelinerapon): March 9, 2009

Thank you <3

Chelsi M.: March 9, 2009

finallement!!!
congratulations la belle fille!

Adeline R. (@adelinerapon): March 9, 2009

Merci !

Benjamin B.: March 9, 2009

this was great! I read every word.
I've been waiting to see your face here,

well done!
xo

Adeline R. (@adelinerapon): March 9, 2009

Hahaha thank you so much !

Benjamin B.: March 10, 2009

you are more than welcome.
:)

Michael K.: March 9, 2009

I thoroughly enjoyed reading every bit of this interview!
You've taught me a thing or two about style.

Adeline R. (@adelinerapon): March 10, 2009

;) <3

Dr. rank0r W.: March 9, 2009

good luck with your art studies, remember - its all in the mix.

Adeline R. (@adelinerapon): March 10, 2009

thanks !!!

Jose G.: March 10, 2009

You are so smart and beautiful, all is reflected in your genius style.
Cheers Adeline!!

Adeline R. (@adelinerapon): March 10, 2009

thank you !

Angela C.: March 10, 2009

such an interesting person. i love your style and taste! :)

Adeline R. (@adelinerapon): March 11, 2009

thank you !

Madysen J.: March 10, 2009

I wish I could know if you ever got sick of Paris. I love visiting Paris, and normally visit it for about 2 weeks to a little over a month. I never lived there. So if you don't mind me asking, do you get sick of living in Paris?

Adeline R. (@adelinerapon): March 11, 2009

no I don't ! Never, i guess.
;)

Nicole W. (@tokyo_to): March 10, 2009

Great interview! You seem like such a sweet person =)
Oh, and have fun in London!

Adeline R. (@adelinerapon): March 11, 2009

thank you !!
Actually, I'm back in Paris since 3 weeks or something ahaha

Arthur L.: March 10, 2009

Adeline la star <3

Adeline R. (@adelinerapon): March 11, 2009

wesh ! &hearts

Arthur L.: March 11, 2009

WESH
On se tchek bientot,

Adeline R. (@adelinerapon): March 11, 2009

stu veux mon ptit !

.joanne ..: March 10, 2009

awesome

Adeline R. (@adelinerapon): March 11, 2009

thanks!

Lümi V.: March 11, 2009

c'est drole combien de choses on a en commun, c'en est presque effrayant...

Adeline R. (@adelinerapon): March 11, 2009

hahaha

Phillip M.: March 11, 2009

your looks are so superub.
i was in Paris a month ago and I wish I could have run into you to see one of your outfits in person.

Adeline R. (@adelinerapon): March 11, 2009

they're the same as in photo, you know ! haha x

Renée S.: March 11, 2009

oh, by the way, can you believe i wore skater pants at 13? those with one meter wide legs... haha. i thought they were kinda cool, though i was the only one thinking that way...

Adeline R. (@adelinerapon): March 11, 2009

don't worry, I wore them at 14. I wore sweaters and ugly sneakers at 13. Don't try to imagine.

Renée S.: March 11, 2009

sorry, i do have an imaginary mind. but i do not blame you. you only get stronger of your worse periods, haha.

Adeline R. (@adelinerapon): March 11, 2009

true !

Joe V.: March 12, 2009

Lovely, J'adore these interviews. I have read your blogger since the first day I made a lookbook. I always like to check and see all the new things you have up your sleeve. I wanna start posting but I am a bit skeptical & intimidated , Anyways Congrats on making it to the top (in my opinion) and on "etc." Check my music diary if you want: www.hooligandisco.tumblr.com ~Ciao~

Adeline R. (@adelinerapon): March 13, 2009

Thank you, I'm really glad that you like my blog !

Peter J.: March 12, 2009

I am a real big fan of yours!

Adeline R. (@adelinerapon): March 13, 2009

Thank you !!

Erika A.: March 12, 2009

you went out on the best note. you rule the show, adeline rapon.

Adeline R. (@adelinerapon): March 13, 2009

Thank you very very much Erika !

Hana C.: March 12, 2009

You are my favorite on lookbook!

Adeline R. (@adelinerapon): March 13, 2009

Thank you !

Paula mal ..: March 12, 2009

that's why im so your fan
:D

Adeline R. (@adelinerapon): March 13, 2009

haha thanks!

Hannah S. (@HannahSider): March 13, 2009

lovely interview adeline! you are wise and fashionable beyond your years.
i hope to visit paris this summer and i'd love to meet up! xox

Adeline R. (@adelinerapon): March 13, 2009

Thank you Hannah !
Of course, we HAVE TO meet up !
<3

Joanna C. (@jeaniejapan): March 13, 2009

wow. you are awesome.

Adeline R. (@adelinerapon): March 13, 2009

oh thanks !

Miss C.: March 13, 2009

Best interview so far! You are a lovely lady =)

Adeline R. (@adelinerapon): March 14, 2009

thank you !!

Emma D.: March 14, 2009

love it!

Adeline R. (@adelinerapon): March 14, 2009

thanks!

Zac M.: March 14, 2009

LLCE fiou relou non?

Adeline R. (@adelinerapon): March 14, 2009

grave

Zac M.: March 14, 2009

Moi j'suis en Terminale L et j'aimerai faire LEA ang japonais, tu sais pas si c'est bien??
Merci d'avance CIO du net :)

Adeline R. (@adelinerapon): March 14, 2009

ouhla j'en sais strictement rien :s

Laura C. (@oliveandfig): March 15, 2009

i really like this interview, to be honest i was waiting for lookbook to feature you, i remember LB maybe 6 months ago and since then you have constantly had top outfits, over and over. and i love them, i envy you.
i also love your views on paris.
tomorrow if i could i would be on a plane to Paris.

Adeline R. (@adelinerapon): March 15, 2009

oh thank you so much ! &hearts

Laura C. (@oliveandfig): March 15, 2009

i am writing a small book; about two lives of two girls.
one visits paris;
can you please name some of your favorite parisian places?

Adeline R. (@adelinerapon): March 16, 2009

mmm Etienne-Marcel, le Canal St martin because it's very peaceful...
Le Champ de mars, by night, when there's nobody.
La rue Mouffetard night & day, for it's awesome boulangerie, place de la contrescarpe... and irish bars.

there's too many places i love..

Grace C. (@GraceEunhyae): March 15, 2009

lovely interview! I only spent two days in Paris...must be wonderful to live there :)

Adeline R. (@adelinerapon): March 15, 2009

haha sometimes yes, sometimes no :)

Dylan K.: March 15, 2009

you have got to be the most beautiful person ever
i love the figure of your face

Adeline R. (@adelinerapon): March 16, 2009

oh thank you, you made me blush !

Lucinda M.: March 15, 2009

you have the most gorgeous hair ever & i love your whole outlook on life, it's very refreshing ♥

Adeline R. (@adelinerapon): March 16, 2009

I smooth my hair... haha thank you very very much !

Sara F.: March 16, 2009

Finally! I wondered when u'll give an interview :)

Love your style, Adeline :)

Adeline R. (@adelinerapon): March 16, 2009

thanks!!

Gurinka C.: March 17, 2009

u truly r a fashion icon hon;))

Adeline R. (@adelinerapon): March 18, 2009

thank you!!

Andrew P.: March 18, 2009

always like the outfits adeline

Adeline R. (@adelinerapon): March 18, 2009

thanks!

M K.: March 18, 2009

you are way too cool!

Adeline R. (@adelinerapon): March 18, 2009

thank you!

Edd T.: March 18, 2009

OMGGG, ure so WONDERFUL, BEAUTIFUL,
A lot of nice tings....!

Adeline R. (@adelinerapon): March 19, 2009

ohhhh thank you !! <3

Zoë D.: March 19, 2009

adeline, you are FUCKING amazing. I don't think I have ever seen any of the interviews with this many comments! there is so much to say about your interview.... I dont even know where to began....first of all the fact that your a mix is always great to me. I love how you speak really good english but you add little french phrases it makes me happy. AND YOUR INTO JAPAN WHA DA HELL. hahaha, I mean I can go on and on but you ARE the representation of paris on lookbook, forget about betty its you! lol. and what you said to that 13 year old girl, i mean it just shows that your down to earth and you dont care about things that are so superficial. I like the fact that your not obsessed with fashion magazines.

anyways this is longer than it needs to be. I hope you had a good day!
-zoe

Adeline R. (@adelinerapon): March 19, 2009

Oh thank you Zoë !

Yuri changed some little things that were.. hum... not really english hahaha

I think I'm just too lazy to think about how I could look like that photo or model or whatever.... and too lazy to try to explain why or how I've chosen my clothes on my blog. And who cares ?
ouuuuuuh if I were the representation of paris hahaha Paris would be a total mess hahahaha (you're incredibly the best in compliments, I just can say bullshit because I don't know what to say...)

Today was a typically french day. There were no bus, no metro and huge traffic jam. Why ? BECAUSE THOSE STUPID PARISIANS ARE DEMONTRATING everytime that something changes in the government.

ha.

xx

Zoë D.: March 19, 2009

aww man :( I wish it was the full uncut interview (lol like its a movie)
pshh, stop makin excuses. just admit your down to earth, yeah laziness might have a part in it, but I think you just have a good personality.
no I am serious, you have killer style, and that is what I expect paris to be. and you deliver, so there for you are the representation (and your not cliche and you make fun of french cliches)
also, thats really funny cause I read this one book "one year in the MERDE" and the man describes how everyone is on strike like all the time. its a really funny book, I dont think it has many fallacies. you should look and see. :D

Adeline R. (@adelinerapon): March 19, 2009

hahahaha !

Believe it or not, I have this book !

Zoë D.: March 19, 2009

you do! haha, I got mine at the thrift store after my french teacher recohmended it to me (me and my french teacher were like best friends) I really want I think its called "L'amour de MERDE" or something like that. I read an excerpt from it and it seemed entertaining.

Adeline R. (@adelinerapon): March 19, 2009

yes, there's lots of books... I don't know why we can find them in evrey library here, in english !

Zoë D.: March 20, 2009

really? yeah I cant find it :(

well we are going off topic, but I loved your interview, and I hope you have a good night

Hanic K.: March 19, 2009

5 thumbs up :) i was wondering when are you going to get featured here, voila!

Adeline R. (@adelinerapon): March 19, 2009

hahaha thanks !!!

Jenn B.: March 20, 2009

you're so incredibly stylish, i'm majorly jealous!
i also love how you think rules are stupid, like brown + blue = no,
i've always wanted a reason to experiment with it and now i can and if people ask why i'll say a trendsetter named Adeline thinks its better to bend the rules! :)

Adeline R. (@adelinerapon): March 22, 2009

;)
you're adorable !
thanks !

Chloe H.: March 21, 2009

well you certainly are amazing, now there's this interview to know more. <3

Adeline R. (@adelinerapon): March 22, 2009

thank you !!!

Ekerella D.: March 21, 2009

You're background is amazing. You're so beautiful too :)

Adeline R. (@adelinerapon): March 22, 2009

thank you <3

Eire S.: March 22, 2009

I love adeline.
your a fashion hero to me.

Adeline R. (@adelinerapon): March 24, 2009

wow thank you !

Chad M. (@chaddlesm): March 23, 2009

adeline is beyond amazing.
Hype her looks!

Adeline R. (@adelinerapon): March 24, 2009

oh thanks !

Danielle H.: March 23, 2009

je vous aime, vous êtes très mignonne Adèline

Adeline R. (@adelinerapon): March 24, 2009

Merci beaucoup !

Ami J.: March 23, 2009

I really enjoyed that!

Adeline R. (@adelinerapon): March 24, 2009

Mai V.: March 24, 2009

Yay! Ur aweome, that's all there is to it.. Im obessed with shoes, and u my dear, have some of the awesomenest shoes ever. I only wish I wouldn't get so tired everytime I wore heels, my feet hate me.. Anyway.. U have awesome style and I loved your interview. <3

Adeline R. (@adelinerapon): March 24, 2009

Hahaha
thank you!

Daphne G.: March 25, 2009

you always have amazing outfits :D

Adeline R. (@adelinerapon): March 27, 2009

thanks !

Mutiara L.: March 26, 2009

whow . you have an unique sense of fashion . a w e s o m e ! :)

Adeline R. (@adelinerapon): March 27, 2009

thank you !

Jn C.: March 28, 2009

one of the coolest interviews i have read, ever!

Adeline R. (@adelinerapon): April 2, 2009

thank youuu !

Fiona T.: March 28, 2009

Really, really awesome interview. I'm inspired by your style! Keep on rockin' babe :B

Adeline R. (@adelinerapon): April 2, 2009

thanks !!

Niy A.: March 28, 2009

"What should we ask the next interviewee?
Describe your style at the age of 13. (I'm cruel!) "

hahah this one is so good.

Adeline R. (@adelinerapon): April 2, 2009

Maya O.: March 28, 2009

I like the fact that you come a cross as indivitual and bright (young) woman, you dont follow trends `cause someone has made them, you make your own ones, I think that`s a very good thing, to be true to yourself :) Your answers seem very well though out yet still genuine and real :)

Adeline R. (@adelinerapon): April 2, 2009

thank you very much!

Per H.: March 30, 2009

Agree, you seems to be really great!

Adeline R. (@adelinerapon): April 2, 2009

oh thanks!

Pernilla G.: March 30, 2009

I just adore your style. inspiration!

Adeline R. (@adelinerapon): April 2, 2009

thank you!

Karl philip L.: March 31, 2009

hehee ilove this post.. im glad that u chose Jujin Bentley's entry asoneof yer fave looks here.

im such a fan.. from the chictopia days til now and FOREVER!
=p

Adeline R. (@adelinerapon): April 2, 2009

yes, he's awesome, but doesn't get the hypes he deserves :(

thank you dear ! <3

Annabella G.: March 31, 2009

great interview!
adeline i would buy every single garment you produce, your style is stunning and i'm truly inspired by you :D

Adeline R. (@adelinerapon): April 2, 2009

hahahaha tjank you !

Patricio M.: April 1, 2009

Martinique a part of my family lives here.
and my cousin Philippe study in the University of Martinique :)

Adeline R. (@adelinerapon): April 2, 2009

Life is hard right now there...

Julianna N.: April 2, 2009

ur style and personality are solid gold adeline, i really wish u all the best in your scholastic endeavors...
visit my blog sometime:http://www.styleanthem.blogspot.com; i am following ur as soon as i post this comment

Adeline R. (@adelinerapon): April 5, 2009

Thank you !

Julianna N.: April 2, 2009

Oh and I too am mixed with a little of this and that my dad is nigerian and my mother is indian,black, and korean

Adeline R. (@adelinerapon): April 5, 2009

oh wow !

Gianc. J.: April 3, 2009

you're so awesome!

Adeline R. (@adelinerapon): April 5, 2009

thanks!!

Deak R.: April 3, 2009

oh, i'm so happy you've finally been interviewed!
you are one of my favourites. your style is just stunning, you amaze me. x

Adeline R. (@adelinerapon): April 5, 2009

thank you so much!

Danielle W.: April 4, 2009

your heritage is seriously so fantastic! what an amazing mix, girl. :)

Adeline R. (@adelinerapon): April 5, 2009

:D thanks!!

Serena S.: April 4, 2009

c'est clair, je te trouve très inspirée pour tes sappes
c'est très sympa à voir, parce que les parisiennes se ressemblent un peu toutes -_- surtout notre génération (on a le même âge à peu près toi & moi). Sinon pour les cours tu veux t'inscrire où?
bonne continuation en tout cas ^^
a+

Adeline R. (@adelinerapon): April 5, 2009

ha, merci !
C'est pas faux c'est pas faux (c'est plutôt hyper vrai, c'est plutôt hyper vrai)
Sinon j'ai des dossiers déposés à Olivier de serres, estienne et duperré
xx

Ben C.: April 6, 2009

I have to admit that you inspire me... your imagination and style on your outfits are incredible!!!
Besos!

Adeline R. (@adelinerapon): April 9, 2009

thank you ! xx

Jessica L. (@thevoguette): April 8, 2009

i love your blog, you're fantastic!! ive been following it for half a year now. I can't stop. its great.

Adeline R. (@adelinerapon): April 9, 2009

wow ! thank you for following since so much time ! xxx

Cecilie J.: April 13, 2009

You have an amazing style!
- some of my family also come from Martinique(:

Adeline R. (@adelinerapon): April 17, 2009

thanks !!

Venshard K. (@venshardkavon): April 13, 2009

Wow. I am an American boy, and I do not know how much you think of Americans (I think so much of you!), I am studying french and fashion and you really help me get a grasp on the Parisian style. I love the way you piece clothes together and you always have the perfect shoes to match every single one of your outfits. I love your blog and your look! I am mixed also and you make me even more proud to be so!

Adeline R. (@adelinerapon): April 17, 2009

Thank you !
yes america is quite everywhere...

Asdfghjkl A. (@omgitskimberly): April 14, 2009

i just love everything about you!
your style, your face, your personality, and how you seem to make everyone feel good about themselves.
je t'aime jolie <3

Adeline R. (@adelinerapon): April 17, 2009

i take it to the heart, thank so much !

Jason L. (@NgocLe): April 16, 2009

I like your style!

Adeline R. (@adelinerapon): April 17, 2009

thank you !

Abbé M.: April 18, 2009

Ahhh j t'adore! Trop chic, toujours. Mais, je peux pas croire que tu aimes Ionesco! J'ai lu La Leçon il ya trois ou quatre jours et je l'ai aimé très fort.
J'éspere que mon français est pas terrible, blah.

Adeline R. (@adelinerapon): April 21, 2009

Ah merci ! Oui Ionesco est génial. Mais il vaut mieux aller voir ça au théatre, c'est encore mieux.
bises

Taylor S.: April 20, 2009

Hey, do you striaghten your hair, or is it naturally that nice?

Adeline R. (@adelinerapon): April 21, 2009

I starighten them :)

Galahad J.: April 20, 2009

As much as I love this interview, we're more than half way through April already.. isn't it time for another one?

Adeline R. (@adelinerapon): April 21, 2009

yeah, I'm waiting for the next one too. I want to know what she/he answers to my question :D

Paula anabell C. (@pollapoll): April 21, 2009

love your style!!

Adeline R. (@adelinerapon): April 28, 2009

thank you dear

Isai M.: April 22, 2009

That was a good read. The first day I was a member of LB, I was instantly a fan of Adeline. :))

Adeline R. (@adelinerapon): April 28, 2009

Aw thanks!

Kimberly Stone (@POSHGLAM): April 27, 2009

Love it!

Adeline R. (@adelinerapon): April 28, 2009

Thanks!!!

Beverly K.: May 2, 2009

OK...
...I LOVE YOU.

Adeline R. (@adelinerapon): May 5, 2009

Mia Z.: May 4, 2009

You are SO BEYOND THE HYPE. I love the way you mix and match everything with such a sense of style . It is clear that you really know what you are doing. I only hope you will continue to post look on LOOKBOOK cause you got swag. Keep it up, I will be watching from Quebec

Adeline R. (@adelinerapon): May 5, 2009

Thank you !
No worries, I'll continue ;)
xxx

Ario A.: May 21, 2009

LOVE your mixed historical background...it has brought such a character in u

Adeline R. (@adelinerapon): June 30, 2009

true
thanks!!

Louis L.: May 28, 2009

Je croyais sincèrement être le seul au monde à être incapable de chanter Joyeux Anniversaire correctement.Pourtant je chante quand même bien d'habitude. Mais cette chanson est vraiment trop dur.
J'aime beaucoup ton style, bonne continuation ;)

Adeline R. (@adelinerapon): June 30, 2009

Aahhhhh je ne suis aps seule sur terre !

merciiii

Louis L.: June 30, 2009

Haha ;P

Alana R.: May 29, 2009

How did you get so popular on here??

Adeline R. (@adelinerapon): June 30, 2009

Dunno :)

Alexandra C. (@Alex_Cameron): June 6, 2009

Go to portabello road....seriously you won't believe the gems you will find there. It is London's best market for vintage, you will cry with happiness! (remember, it's only on on a Saturday) It's near Notting Hill.

Also, Camden Market is another but be aware, many many wankers that will steal your wallet (this has happened to me, along with some of my favourate polaroids). Camden is quite weird and wonderful.

If you want areas to visit, go to Richmond, sit by the river with a cocktail from The Slug and Lettice while the sun sets.

Let me know how the trip goes...London is awesome!

x

Adeline R. (@adelinerapon): June 30, 2009

Thank you soooo much for the tips baby ! xxx

Marciano L.: July 12, 2009

I really enjoyed reading this interview, thank you!

Sibylle S.: August 15, 2009

wow - a very interesting interview. You seem to be so fun :)

Breonna M. (@xloveisamyth): August 17, 2009

wow, never been "in love" me either, dont worry.
cats are quite the company.
on a more serious note, i love your style, its unconventional, and universal.
your interview shed some light on what seems to be an awesome personality you have.

((caroline)) �.: August 27, 2009

this is so great. i'm glad you have your own unique look, and i feel the same as you about how colors-going-together rules are plain stupid. heck, i'll put purple and yellow and orange and metallic all in the same outfit!