Starz Fashions???

Last night I attended the Starz Film Festival Premiere of The Savages + after party. OK, the only reason I hit the after party was to eat. It was 10p I was starved!!! If what I witnessed was any indication of some of the fashion faux pas in store for tomorrow night's events, than I OMG I am at a loss for words. The topper was the woman in the double layer pants - nude underneath with a layer of black tulle mesh on top, elastic waist too. PEOPLE PLEAZZZEEE!!!!!!!!!!!!

No doubt some are going to be dressed to the hilt! Not moi! But, if I had a wad of cash wasting away in my pocket tonight here are two tops, Chloe and Miu Miu respectively, + a great pair of MJ's - Bottega Veneta, I would consider buying to wear.

More to Calypso than The Julia

Calypso is famous for the Julia dress and beachy fashions. But its much more than that - I LOVE the shop and always make a point of stopping by, whether in NY or CA. I never have a problem finding items, the problem is always making a decision as to how hard I want to dent my bank account. I was perusing the site this am and found some great items to add to my hit list....and the dress, btw, CASHMERE - yummy!

Lovely Tyler

I saw this photo a few days ago on Fabsugar.com (GREAT site if ya don't know it!) and loved it. She looks so comfortable, stylish yet casual in this ensemble - I could easily find myself in this outfit...

JoyEngine to the Rescue

Last night TB of JoyEngine helped me to smarten up Gold & Silver Stars a bit...whatcha think? Thanks TB!

Here is a photo of Todd finishing up a project so he can give me his undivided attentionHe also gave me grief about the white space around the photos I insert in the blog, via my mobile. So please notice his photo - white space FREE!

Rock Gut

Ughhh - my stomach has been killing me all day!! I just want to go fetal, whenever I feel this way, I reach for some Reed's candied ginger. It does wonders!!! Just need to hold out a little bit longer.....

People's Republic of Boulder

For whatever reason Fri, Sat, Sun evolved into the quintessential or stereotypical (if I want to be negative) 'Boulder' weekend for me. Since it's once in a very very rare I guess it's ok, but day in and day out, I would go bonkers. Hence the reason some changes are in the work, stay tuned...here are some hi-lights
Friday night - drinks at The Corner Bar followed by music at the Boulder Theater. It was a group from Mali, very good but I couldn't remember the name if you paid me...so long as it's not hard core country or death metal I am always good for a listen.
Saturday - off to the res for Cyclocross or Psychocross depending on how you look at it! Then over to NBoulder/Broadway for some lunch at Breadworks. Between this spot, Marie's, Moe's and Vic's - it's always a guaranteed scene! Then to the last Farmers Market of the season. I picked up a friend, and him and I were off to Eldorado Springs to visit with the folks of Backyard Hive. Fast forward a few hours and it's dinner at the Mt Sun - you can't get more Boulder than the Mt Sun.
Sunday am - attempted breakie at The Kitchen. Bad idea as about 40 other people had the same brillant plan, sub Radda for some eats - bad sub...eventually head out to Sobo for the Super Cup, National Cyclocross race. Oh my god - a thousand Boulderbots running around with their shaved legs, messenger bags and athletic sunglasses...

Balloon Lamp

Click here to purchase the balloon kit - for $30 this ingenious creation that transforms a simple balloon into any possible type of light fixture you can imagine.

Cocktails + The Kitchen

While vodka is my standard, I love a good glass of champagne, any chance possible!! I recently made a 10yr bet with my friend MJ (subject not to be disclosed). When she loses, which she will, she will buy me a bottle of Veuve Clicquot.
Over the years I have had the opportunity to sample some of the over-hyped expensive shit but in my book Veuve is a great bottle for the money.
But on a recent visit to The Kitchen Upstairs, (I should mention there are lots of recent visits to the Kitchen; breakfast, lunch and dinner), I tried a sparkling wine made from Pinot Noir grapes. It was a deep beautiful red color and was delish. Thanks Kitchen guys, yet another way to lure me in....

Joe + Save the Dolphins

Back in early October I caught up with an old friend, Joseph Chisolm. We have know one another for years and in the short window that we had we talked about our comings and goings.
I was gearing up for my NY-LA trip and Joe was heading to Japan with a group of surfers to film and help to shed some light on the horrible dolphin massacres. Obviously his trip was far more important than mine so he filled me in as fast as he could.
Yesterday the story and footage broke big time!!!! It's spinning around the world and lightening fast speed! Way to go Joe!
This is directly from the man.....The last 3 weeks have been life changing for me in so many ways that all I can do is share some of the images with you all and ask that you please pass them on to every conscious person that you know and believe would like to help us make some radical changes in our complete human consciousness. I have been blessed to have been put in a position to interact with so many amazing people that came together for this.....tears flow as I write to you, I ask that you take a moment to watch, listen, feel and share this around the world.......
the footage is going out around the world as we speak,
http://news.sky.com/skynews/video/fullscr?videoRef=http://skynews-clips.videoloungetv.com/public/skynews/latest/flash/p16324_dolphins.flv
http://media.seashepherd2.org/video.html#taiji_2007>
http://news.sky.com/skynews/article/0,,30000-1291049,00.html
http://www.surfersforcetaceans.com/sfc.html
http://www.surfersforcetaceans.com/sfc.html
https://www.surfline.com/surfnews/surfwire.cfm?id=11892
http://www.surfline.com/surfnews/surfwire.cfm?id=11948
look for it on CNN, and please join the MINDS IN THE WATER VISUAL PETITION on http://www.surfersforcetaceans.com/ website
I will send more news, links and such as it happens, and if you see something locally, share it with everyone you know, including myself...

Finds even at Filson.....

As many of my friends know, I have a wee bit of a shopping problem. I can find goods in most any store. Today, as an example, I hit Filson. This store is a super conserv, hunting shop targeting Men...have no fear I have found some items. I should also mention Filson produces a heavy duty but great looking luggage line but we are focused on clothes peeps....

Here are my hits. 1 - We all know how popular the Buffalo Check is for A/W but if a shirt or jacket is too much consider this lovely lid. 2. You want to embrace the Buffalo Check trend full on, then this jacket is for you! And I bet it's one of the jackets that gets better with age. 3. Who doesn't need a scarf....sure it's not cashmere but no complaints with a merino wool.
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Well...hello Molly

Odd Molly that is. Not sure how I stumbled across this line but it's a score for sure! Odd Molly is a Swedish based company (although there is a store in LA!!!) the clothing is handmade, never mass produced with attention to ethical and conscious practices. I would say the designs are a cross between APC + Anthropologie + Marni + something you might have found in your Grammies closet.
Here are some of my picks - click here to jump to the site

Halloween Weather

Like clockwork the weather shifted from nice and balmy to cold and wet. It's amazing how year after year the weather is always nasty for the trick or treaters.
For me, this means it's time to pull out the Spiewak parka. Even though I am absolutely, completely and totally over the cold weather I love this jacket!! Maybe because I bought it for about $20 about 4 years ago or because it always keeps me warm and dry. Or maybe because this company was started back in Brooklyn in the early 1900's....
My jacket is older, so there is no photo, this one is pretty close minus it's not black. Click here for more jackets and all things Spiewak.

First Bite Boulder

So after the sugar buzz from all the Halloween candy has subsided and you have a hankering for some good eats, get on down to First Bite Boulder, Nov 3-10. There are about 40 restaurants participating, all proceeds go to Benefit There With Care and if you Mocopay - 'chandon' you get a free class of vino - not sure how Mocopay works but I am sure it's easy enough for a class of vino....

Goblin Dog + Muff Girl

This is my 100 pound deerhound Ollie creeping us out for Halloween. Trust me he's a handsome dog but the photo was perfect for Halloween....

I've also added a shot of Crazy KB with her classic, custom, one-of-a kind Muff Girl costume....up, up and away MG!!!!

ONLY IN BOULDER

I know I know, it's really hard to see, but I had to let the monk get a little distance from me. I am a hazard driving while taking photos and what would happen to my karma if I hit a monk!!!!! But check out the Croc wearing, mt biking monk!!

Vintage Questions

In NY I met up with DW, the fabulous eco-stylist. She took me to Norma's for brunch!! Nice call girl!

We got to chatting about fashion and vintage, the subject of vintage fur came up. Both of us have various vintage items, hand-me-downs (for lack of a better term) and otherwise. DW asked my take on vintage fur, where did I stand?

I am all for it. I don't see anything wrong with wearing something that my gmom or other relative purchased over 50 years ago. And rather in my closet than some heap god knows where.

Today I came across these buttons - seems I am not alone.

If you have vintage fur and want to purchase one of these pins call Rue St. Denis 212-260-3388 to order. Medium button is $15, large button is $20; shipping charges separate.

Walton Ford

I think I first learned of the artist Walton Ford in Vogue. Yes, there is more to this mag than just ads and outrageously priced couture clothing. I think the story was about an upcoming retrospective at a NY art museum, if my failing memory serves me....

Ok, so that is exhibit is long gone and if I had $1k burning a hole in pocket (rather than into my car) I would purchase this Walton Ford book available through Taschen (how I love Taschen)

Painful Wakeups

A lot my friends swear by the Now & Zen alarm clocks, manufactured here in Boulder. They just don't do it for me and I am over my clock radio. Too many mornings of waking up to terrible news or music, I am ready to pitch my clock radio across the room.
I have found my answer. The bomba Alarm clock - available through the Little Clock Shop. It's so lovely. Even if when shows an ungodly early hour, how could I be irritated?

A Tee is Just a Tee?

Perhaps you are in the pool that thinks a t-shirt is just a t-shirt, I disagree. Take it from someone whose drawers are overflowing with all makes and models, there are differences! There are the brands that fade, the brands that grow as you wear them, the brands that make you look and feel oh so sloppy.
Not so is the case with Lna T-shirts. Hands down my fav! The perfect thickness, cut long but hold their shape and with colors that stay true - you can't go wrong. I can't seem to find a website for LnA but you can find the shirts on numerous online boutiques.

Car Sub

For reasons too long and painful to discuss, my car (a German-made Station Wagon aka Grocery Getter) is temporarily out of commission. I'm driving a Toyota Corolla for a rental. It's a little too suburban for me but have to admit it's the best economy size rental I have ever driven. If you are looking for a modest car, that is zippy with AMAZING gas mileage look no further. ...Sure, so does the every so trendy Prius but no waiting lists for this model!

Save the Bees - buy more honey

The warmth and sunlight is decreasing with each passing day, this always makes me want more and more tea. And what better to drink with tea but honey!
Last month friends from LA were in town and their arrival brought a group of their friends, old and new, together for a large group dinner. At dinner I had the chance to sit and chat with the creators of Backyardhive.com This interesting couple not only bottle Raw honey in beautiful hand blown glass jars. (I can't wait to try it)
but created a mission...'to improving bee ecology and beekeeping methods that respect the honeybee."
Check out backyardhive.com for more information or to purchase their raw honey

Barneys Jewelry

I have to admit last trip to Barneys Co-Op was a letdown (for clothes at least). But what the Co-Op lacked the jewelry section made up for...I was drooling all over the glass cases. Designers such as; Simone Coste, Devon Page McCleary, all so glittering and gorg!
Barneys just released there jewelry mailer - click here to drool for yourself.

Goodness from Bad Times

I was locked out of my office this am...so I ran some errands while listening to NPR. I caught this great story about NPR affiliate KPBS.
I know it's so cliche but I love hearing stories about good things that arise from tragedy.
The smart folks at KPBS created an up to the minute detailed map for the residents of San Diego. They worked around the clock to show house by house, structure by structure the location of the fires, it was so advanced and detailed that Google is now incorporating the tech into its own maps (see above) Google When the maps crashed, Google was there to help make sure it sayed afloat. At one point the station was surrounded by flames and forced to evacuate a neighboring commercial station went offline and hosted KPBS instead of the usual lineup. Click here to listen to the story.
If you want to make a donation to victims of the fire here are some links:
American Red Cross - www.redcross.org
Salvation Army - www.salvationarmy-socal.org
The Los Angeles Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals - www.spcala.com

Lucky Dube

Last night, at the Boulder Theater with my fav boys, DR and Way, I caught the tail end of the Antibalas show. For whatever reason, this 13 piece Afrobeat Orchestra got me thinking about Lucky Dube.
It's definitely not breaking news that the South African Reggae talent was gunned down, IN FRONT OF HIS CHILDREN, last week. Que horror!
This man had some damn smooth pipes. And he was a sweetie, I was fortunate enough to meet him years ago. If you aren't familiar, take a listen..
And if you are curious, it was a great show, you can count on KP always nailing it! So much good stuff this week alone. Up tonight, Public Enemy, boyieee!!
But now I am hurting, stayed out way too late for a school night.

Green Gem

While visiting Amanda's shop Avitastyle I came across these cute little bracelets. Naturally, I had to grab one and then immediately pester Amanda to find out more...
The company is Iaccessories and I quickly fired off an email to learn more, "We created the bracelet to spread the message with a simple hand made piece of jewelry that is inexpensive. Maybe just by wearing it will remind us that we need to be concerned about the world and the environment. It's basically saying that fashion is knowing about what's new and becoming green is the way to go."
Way to go ladies!!
Click here to see their entire collection or to purchase a bracelet of your own. Or if you are like myself and need the immediate gratification, head on down to Avita on 3rd in Hollywood