Tuesday, December 6, 2011

Fantastic Mr. Fox

Looks like this December Foxes are on the Christmas wishlist and who could resist these sly little creatures with bushy tails.
Foxes make the perfect little kitchy accessory that adds a festive feel to any winter look.

Madewell's " Foxtrot" memento charm
$15.00

Madewell's " Foxtrot" earrings
$18.00


Madewell's adorable " Foxtrot" ring
$15.00


Orwell Copper Fox Clutch by  tsurubride
on Etsy.com

Aubin & Wills

Topshop

H&M Fox Purse


Look out owls! These adorable " Foxy" items are must-have's for winter and perfect for any and every occaision.

Ask Santa for any of these and you'll be a Stone Cold Fox

Meanwhile... What the boys are wearing

From Bow ties to flannels, this winter the boys are playing with all sorts of materials and looks that make them first on our Christmas list.
Vardagen Ugly Sweater Shirts
These bring a a whole new meaning to " Ugly Sweaters" wihout the bulk and look mighty nifty.


Denim, Denim

Monday, December 5, 2011

Secret Hippies

This past friday I attended the eclectically beautiful art exhibition, " Secret Hippies " at Fabric 8, dreamed and created by
Reuben Rude and Bill Zindel, local SF native artists.

Reuben Rude was born in San Francisco to two Hippies who met in the Summer Of Love and then studied at the Academy of Art for Illusration.

Bill Zindel is a illustrator, graphic designer who works in the Bay Area. He studied at the Rhode Island School of Design.

Together they collaborated and made a monster mash mix up of breath taking pieces that scream nostaligia,  sacasm  and all around madness. The pieces ranged from collages to print work.

But the art installations werent the only this that was something to talk about, the people who were there. Girls dressed in the ever so popular "Hipster" trends with hints of 1960's and 70's aspects. Denim Levi cut-offs, maxi skirts, skinny jeans, Bell Bottom jeans and platform wedges and Doc Martins.
And the guys were dapper in flannels, cord skinny jeans, hoodies and ray bans with van, converse and boating shoes.



The exhibit started November 24th and runs until the 6th of this month! so check it out!
Fabric 8:  3318 22nd Street near Valencia




The Man that started it all turns 110!

Wishing the man himself, Walt Disney a very Magical, Wonderful and Happy 
Birthday!

Mickey Mouse and I would like to celebrate Walt's 110th birthday and all the magic he gave us the best way possible by saluting the iconic ears  that represent so much in our hearts.



Chanel Iman, Vogue Spread

Jessie J

Chanel Iman, Vogue
Rihanna on the set of her " So Hard" video.

Madonna


" It's kind of fun to do the impossible" -Walt Disney

Tuesday, November 29, 2011

Texas, O Texas!


Bon Iver, Isaac Gale and David Jensen hit the open road and make us all feel like Dennis Hopper in "Easy Rider," in this sun kissed new video for the song " Hinnom, TX."

It's one part in Bon Iver's Deluxe video series, that all consist of reaction breaking images tht flow right in with the music.

A Tribute, the way Buddy wrote it


Buddy Holly, a.k.a the wild kid in the dapper suits and famous black retro ray-ban glasses,  sadly left us at only 22, but we celebrate his 75th birthday anniversary every year on September 7th and this year, Robert Smith produced a tribute Album in Buddy's honor jammed packed with huge names to give props to Mr. Holly.


"Rave on Buddy Holly," is the title of this musical collaboration of Buddy's famous hits that rocked the charts in 1957 before his death in 1959.

The prestigious artist line-up ranges from each end of the music spectrum with Paul McCartney, She and Him, My Morning Jacket, Patti Smith and  Cee Lo Green to name a few.

This album definitely does the job in recognizing all the talent great music Buddy created at only 22, and not to mention that it's kind of fun to see these different artists take the reins and put their own spin on the Holly classics.

Read up on Rolling Stone's and Spin Magazine's review of the album   HERE :)



Check Out The Track List For Rave On Buddy Holly, Which is available in stores now:

1. “Dearest” – The Black Keys (2:06)

2. “Every Day” – Fiona Apple & Jon Brion (2:19)

3. “It’s So Easy” – Paul Mccartney (4:35)

4. “Not Fade Away – Florence + The Machine” (4:02)

5. “(You’re So Square) Baby, I Don’t Care” – Cee Lo Green (1:31)

6. “Crying, Waiting, Hoping” – Karen Elson (2:25)

7. “Rave On” – Julian Casablancas (1:55)

8. “I’m Gonna Love You Too” – Jenny O. (2:11)

9. “Maybe Baby” – Justin Townes Earle (2:06)

10. “Oh Boy” – She & Him (2:18)

11. “Changing All Those Changes” – Nick Lowe (1:41)

12. “Words Of Love” – Patti Smith (3:20)

13. “True Love Ways” – My Morning Jacket (3:25)

14. “That’ll Be The Day” – Modest Mouse (2:15)

15. “Well…All Right” – Kid Rock (2:09)

16. “Heartbeat” -The Detroit Cobras (2:20)

17. “Peggy Sue” – Lou Reed (3:19)

18. “Peggy Sue Got Married” – John Doe (3:57)

19. “Raining In My Heart” – Graham Nash (3:30)





If you are a Buddy Fan, or have never listened to his works before, I strongly suggest checking out this modern take on some late 50's tunes.
It'll make your day a little brighter with these in depth love songs and feel good dance rock n' roll anthems that will get stuck in your head.

"A-well rave on, a-it's a crazy feelin'"

Thursday, November 17, 2011

India in 1968

The Beatles 1968 trip to visit Rishikesh for a Transcendental Meditation training session at the Ashram of Maharishi Mahesh Yogi in India, is this weeks topic of magical inspiration.

All the colors, Sitars and Darshikis give us the perfect mindset to turn on, tune in and drop out.













Within you, Without you






India is a treasure landmark with so much creation, Let's all take a trip

Tuesday, November 15, 2011

Ivy League

Jack Will's Autumn 2011 Term Fashion Film

Forget final exams, term papers and class projects, be a ivy league fashion forward scholar 

Harajuku Minis, you got that wicked style

Gwen Stefani has yet again wowed her fans and followers with the launch of her newest clothing line for children, " Harajuku Mini," featured in Target.

  The collection made it's debut on this past Sunday, the 13th in Target stores nation wide

The line ranges from plaid rocker jumpers, fuzzy hoodies, onesies for infants, faux leather jackets, punk inspired pants and adorable accesories in this impressive 80 piece collection for babies, toddlers and tweens.


The prices round out from $3.99 to $29.99 making this a really affordable, cute and all around yummy must have line for the kids.

Gwen was at the Target Headquarters in Minneapolis last week

























         
I can't wait to get my hands on some of these precious pieces!
Visit InStyle.com to see the entire line and coverage of the debut party.


AHH GWEN!