elvis herselvis

...elvis herselvis (leigh crow) performing in san francisco, photos by carl posey...

At first I though it was a joke when Carl told me about "Elvis Herselvis", a supposed female Elvis impersonator from San Francisco. "Yeah O.K., how good can she be?", she sure ain't gonna be toppling over El Vez (one of my favorite Elvis impersonators, a Mexican American, who's show I watch here in NY every year around X-mas time) or - mind you - Elvis himslevis (a.k.a. Elvis Aaron Presley), well that would be an impossible task, knowing that he is THE undisputed King of Rock 'N' Roll.



Once I took a good look, I realized that I had yet more Elvis content for my blog. It's Elvis b'day week and I don't mind to "elvisoverdose".

...elvis herselvis portrait by carl posey...

The inimitable Crow still performs as Elvis Herselvis on occasion as well sings, acts and performs regularly; including performing with the all female rockabilly band called The Mighty Slim Pickins. She says: "Straight men are very intimidated by a woman impersonating Elvis. It is one of the last bastions of masculinity - the right to "do" Elvis. I personally think he was very queeny, in the 1950’s he wore make-up and pink, on stage when that was unheard of behaviour for a straight man."



Elvis Herselvis identifies as a "Female Elvis Impersonator" and "Drag King" and has been evoking the King of Rock and Roll for several years. "Elvis Herselvis & the Straight White Males" were one of the most original and innovative Elvis impersonation acts, recalling Elvis Presley with her sensuous vibrato, while wiping the sweat from her brow with the panties of devoted fans. The performer even "satirizes Elvis impersonators and includes in her act a discussion of Elvis's drug problem and sexual proclivities." Crow's uncanny portrayal has made her a popular entertainer in the alternative cabaret circuit in America. In 1993, she also toured Australia.

...photography by carl posey...

And so we keep loving, celebrating and impersonating Elvis... even if we are female.

best of elvis

...elvis photo heart pillow...

Happy Birthday Elvis! To celebrate The King of Rock 'N' Roll's special day, I'll dish out the best IdilViceFashionRocks Elvis Clothing designs that I've done in the past few years. A retrospective of Elvis tribute fashions and accessories of sorts - Elvis galore - in one exclusive post - with photography by Carl Posey - heya! - That's gonna be a lot of fun!

...elvis/levis logo stretch satin bustier top worn with elvis dance graphic slacks, photos by carl posey...

You're in Memphis? Step by Graceland and pose in front of the famous gates! Or anywhere else in the world? Enjoy the Elvis Fashion Show right here: "Ta taaa!" As an additional tribute and to get you in a swingy mood, I added my favorite Elvis song to the IdilVice play list this week, enjoy!

...elvis portrait satin dandy baseball jacket (worn backwards), elvis dance graphic slacks...

Now that's how you celebrate the king! I have a feeling you can't get enough of Elvis - who can?! - just stop by the Elvis Clothing Category or gaze over some Elvis sketches and drawings for more inspiration. But now, a little less talk and more fashion please!

...elvis dance graphic slacks worn with elvis/levis logo stretch satin bustier top...

...elvis rockabilly petticoat skirt, photos by carl posey...

...idilvice wearing the elvis portrait sweater and moschino wool slacks, photo by carl posey...

...elvis photo portrait silk satin fringed opera scarf/wrap...

...elvis hawaii gown, photos by carl posey...

...one of a kind elvis us army photo gold lame dress (private collection), photo carl posey...

...elvis skinny stretch satin rouched pants, photo carl posey...


...elvis day glow gipsy dress (left), elvis green portrait skirt (right)...

Elvis lives in my pop art photo fashion line. Read more Elvis posts.

inspired by interiors of the 70s

...google'd 70's interiors images...

I don't know about you, but I adore interior design! For me, interior design comes right after fashion design. You can design interiors just like fashion. I personally like to mix things up and in my professional life a practical approach rules. I just need space and it's all about surfaces. My private space has a lot left to be desired for, as I haven't found my perfect home yet and have therefore not settled on any style. That doesn't mean I can't get inspired.


Years ago, when I traveled to the West Coast from Los Angeles to San Francisco, I had a chance to visit the Madonna Inn, which blew me away! This landmark hotel attraction features 110 themed rooms which are totally decorated 70's style, with names like "Canary Cottage", "Captains Bridge", "Old Mexico", "Rock Solid", they even have an "Edelweiss" room - Just picture it! Another place that comes to mind when I think 70's interiors: Elvis Presley's Graceland Home.

the invasion of the michael jackson skirts

Just like Elvis Presley, Michael Jackson is making a lot of money even after his death. Some predict the King Of Pop's estate may be bigger than the King Of Rock 'N' Roll's after all.

100 million dollars for a movie deal and various merchandise contracts - to which I have been contributing a small part too - is what Michael Jackson made up to date, still days shy of his passing 2 months ago. Executors expect another 100 million to roll in by the end of this year!

No doubt. I believe it! I haven't stopped producing the Michael Jackson Skirt, since I made the first sample a few of weeks ago...




Our production facilities on 38th Street in Manhattan's Garment District have literally been invaded by the Michael Jackson Skirts! Michael Jackson Skirts everywhere you look!

Check out a few of my past posts about Elvis and Michael:

Inspirational trip to Elvis Presley's Graceland!
Fashion Rocks inspires: Blythe in a Elvis dress!
I want more Michael Jackson!
6/25/09 Michael Jackson

traveling to inspiring places...

...elvis at the graceland gates in 1957...

Another thing I do in the Summer - although I enjoy it throughout the year, it is nice to get out of the sticky city during the hot months - is traveling. I just love it! It's all I'd do all the time if I wouldn't work.

Here's a pretty cool shot of myself in front of Elvis Presley's Graceland in Memphis. I've actually been there a few times already, especially during the time I was working on the Elvis Presley collection for EPE.

...me, on my way to Vegas, wearing the billie holiday skirt, in memphis...

...the graceland gates in the winter...

fashion rocks inspires

Y'all know about my collection "Fashion Rocks" which features our all-time favorite icons in music and pop culture. When I walk around the city, I am constantly stopped by random people who point out that they know this brand... it's exiting - to tell you the truth - exhilarating, when people recognize my stuff (when I see them wearing it, it's a bit weird, 'cause they hardly ever wear it the way I would). So yes, while I have been aware that I'm inspiring to other people, I am inspired back when I see my influence all around town...


..this girl was rockin' Sid Viscious on a bag and wore punk type style clothing, btw saw this on pier 66 in this really cool hippie-ish restaurant/bar called "Frying Pan" on the West Side highway (looks more like a place in Berkeley, California ((most politically liberal city in the US)), if you know what I mean), snack on some burger or beef chili and enjoy the sunset after your stroll through the gallery dirstict...

... not only on the streets my "Fashion Rocks" collection has found followers but also online... check this out, the other day I found this:

...blythe in an elvis dress inspired by idil vice!!

Lovely! I say.