Wednesday, May 27, 2009

Inspiration Against Defeat

So, Prop 8 was upheld in our state yesterday. It's mind boggling, it really is. We can't change it instantly, but what we can do is be ourselves, live our lives and put our money in the RIGHT places. Support queer friendly stores and companies and the sheer force of American capitialism will be enough for the American "people" to change their minds.

I can tell you that Hot Topic, where my fiance works, supports domestic partnerships and is run by several "out" higher ups. Yes, they are quite large and have some questionable buying practices, but one issue at a time =) Lush has amazing, healthy products AND is very outspoken about gay rights! Anyone work for a great organzation that deserves our money? Leave a comment and let me know!

Ellen Von Unwerth's DIVINE
"Divine" by Ellen Von Unwerth

Tuesday, May 26, 2009

Style Profile: Rock Candy



Style Name: Rock Candy
Hot Spots: Gay Nightclubs, Patricia Field, 24 Hour Pizza Joints
Loves: Sequins, Make Up, Stuffed Animals, Old School Rock N Roll, Gay House
Hates: Sweatpants, Oranges, Eating, Vitamins, Marriage

Sunday, May 24, 2009

Shopping Junkie: Shana Logic

In addition to the style profiles, I'm going to feature some of the most amazing stores on the net. I love stores that have unique items. As a trained buyer myself, I appreciate the level of research that goes into presenting a truly original product mix and nothing makes me happier than a shop FULL of things I've never seen before!

The first Shopping Junkie profile is for: Shana Logic! This is an amazing web shop, filled with handmade goodies from all over the world. From food scarves to ruler bracelets, this shop is playful and whimsical to the max. Their focus is to find independent artists and products...and then to present their products to a larger audience. Here are some of my favorite products from their store!

Style Profile: Fashion Stomp



Style Name: Fashion Stomp
Hot Spots: Melrose, Venice Beach, Hollywood Dance Clubs
Loves: Nordstrom Rack, Yeah yeah yeahs, Rachel Zoe, Nylon Magazine, Kiwis
Hates: Knock Offs, Gladiator Sandals, Diet Coke, Desk Jobs, Popcorn

Saturday, May 23, 2009

Virtual Wall of Babes: Man Love Edition

Oh, when obsessions strike. Joe and I started watching Torchwood after hearing that James Marsters (aka Spike) had a role on the show. After a bit more research, we found out that he wasn't going to be on until the second season. In trying to pinpoint what episodes he was featured in, I came across some more details of what his role in the show would be. I was tickled to learn that he would be playing Jack Harkness's former lover/time traveling partner!! A quick image search and I bring you the virtual wall of babes "Man Love" edition.

Try not to pass out at the hotness.

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Tuesday, May 19, 2009

Burlesque Darlings at Pink-addict.com!

As you may know, I own Pink Addict, a website dedicated to my favorite shade: PINK! I just put up tons of yummy pink shoes and boots...I want every pair for myself! Click here to see the shoes and get their details or simply preview the styles below. Mmmmmmmmmm....

Monday, May 18, 2009

Style Profile: Uber Goober Elite



Style Name: Uber Goober Elite
Hot Spots: Industrial Clubs, Oxygen Bars, Modern Art Museums, Tech Stores, Fetish Clothing Shops
Loves: Nic Endo, Blade Runner, Sushi, William Gibson, Coilhouse, Bunnies, MAC pigments, Yellow Jackets
Hates: Glowsticks, Neon Green, Yarn Falls, Belle and Sebastian, Bread, Sleeping

Thursday, May 14, 2009

Style Profile: Walking Cartoon



Style Name: Walking Cartoon
Hot Spots: Ramen Stands, Chinatown, Tea Houses, Craft Fairs
Loves: Rainbows, Hula Hooping, Jacks, 99 Cents Stores, Swings, Etsy, Power Puff Girls, Green Tea
Hates: Monochrome, Stilettos, Lip Stick, Baseball, X-Men

Wednesday, May 13, 2009

Style Profile: Op Art Aristocrat



Style Name: Op Art Aristocrat
Hot Spots: Coffee Shops, Stationary Stores, 80's clubs, Museums
Loves: Fonts, Moleskin Journals, Matching, Candy, Chinese Food, Online Shopping, Independent Record Stores
Hates: Raves, Horse Racing, Hippies, Indian Food, Outdoor Malls

Tuesday, May 12, 2009

The Scent of Me

Could I put up a creepier title? Maybe.

I'm super picky about my scents. I think it comes from being a super taster...the nose and taste buds go hand in hand, right? Anyways, here's a profile of my FAVORITE scents of all time (including a favorite of mine that I like to keep secret...)

Pink Sugar Perfume
Pink Sugar Perfume
Yeah yeah, it's quite common, but I love it

Vanille French Perfume
Delicious perfume given to me by Frankie!

Candy Fluff by Lush
Candy Flavored Sparkly Body Powder by Lush

Black Phoenix Alchemy Lab
Black Phoenix Alchemy Lab
My favorite is this limited edition Pumpkin flavour that the owner gave me when we vended Convergence next to each other...SO delicious...

Buttercream Frosting Lotion by Jaqua
Buttercream Frosting Heavy Body Lotion by Jaqua (love the body mist, too!)

Pink Lollipop Body Splash by Cozy Moments
Pink Lollipop Body Splash by Cozy Moments
This one reminds me of a Strawberry Shortcake perfume I used to wear when I worked at Hot Topic...yummmmmmmy

Philosophy's Pink Frosted Layer cake Body Wash
Philosophy's Pink Frosted Layer Cake Body Wash
This is my new obsession. Oh you...you make bathtime lots of fun!

Pilar and Lucy
Now this is my favorite. The Exact Friction of Stars by Pilar and Lucy. The smell is amazing and unlike ANYTHING else I've ever experienced. Plus: um, Marabou on the bottle!

What are your favorite smells?

Style Profile: Fluff Magnet



Style Name: Fluff Magnet
Hot Spots: Flea Markets, Craft Stores, Carnivals, Burlesque Classes
Loves: Lollipops, Etiquette Books, Old Movies, Collecting Cookie Cutters, French Cuisine, Beehive Hair do's
Hates: War, Sweat pants, Bees, Grapes, Baggy Pants, Apocalypse Movies

Monday, May 11, 2009

Virtual Wall of Babes: Miracle Laurie

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Miracle plays "Millie" on Joss Whedon's new series, Dollhouse. Joss Whedon has always been more interested in pushing boundaries with his characters that other TV writers/directors. Buffy featured lesbian witches, quite progressive for a teen show, especially with the amount of sexual innuendo between the ladies. Why is this character so special? Well, as you can see, Miracle is freakin' hot. But, she is industry standard "plus size". This concept isn't revolutionary, but it's how Whedon portrays the character that makes me swoon! Not once has he made reference through any character about her size, nor has she ever been treated as "unattractive". She's had sexual relations with the "studly" main character without hesitation, nor indication that she's anything but a fierce, gorgeous lady! In one of the episodes, many characters have to change together in a close setting. They all pause with hesitation, but she starts undressing without batting an eyelash...that's what I'm talking about! I'm so excited to see where he goes with her and I'm seriously hoping that she doesn't take a plunge into the world of the "fat" character.

Style Profile: Cruella De Bitch



Style Name: Cruella De B*tch
Hot Spots: Designer Stores, Dark Goth Clubs, Cigar Bars
Loves: Technology, Men in Eyeliner, French Cuisine, This Mortal Coil, Human Hair Extensions, Coke, Vampires
Hates: Sample Sales, Pink, Fast Food, Techno, Walmart, Beer, Middle America

Sunday, May 10, 2009

My Newest Hello Kitty

Best HK EVER!

I gothis adorable bank at the Sanrio Surprise store in Westminster yesterday. It makes me so happy, I snapped a photo (with a Barbara Walters lens, due to lack of make up).

Creepy Nightvision...aka Last Night

So, last night, after some Lola Gaspar deliciousness (Pink Addict Birthday Celebration), we decided to pop in the movie Quarantine. Um, it was truly frightening for me. I'm not sure if it was the mood I was in or if it's really that scary, but I almost asked to shut it off. It's all shot as if a news cameraman is on assignment, so you are seeing through his eyes...big horrors and even a camera lens smack down with an infected human. It's kind of a Zombie movie, but with a slightly different twist. Anyways, it reminds me of this video, which is also truly, truly terrifying.



Today: scrub out brain with happier movies.

Style Profile: Soda Pop Hot Shot



Style Name
: Soda Pop Hot Shot
Hot Spots: Gardens, Sock Hops, Sideshows, Pottery Conventions
Loves: Prisms, Kiddie Cartoons, Newspapers, Banana Splits, Fountain Drinks
Hates: Fax Machines, Neutral Tones, Cheap Handbags, Brown Footwear, Gummy Bears

Friday, May 8, 2009

Pink-addict.com...is 1 years old!

We are turning 1!

Help celebrate the birth of Pink-addict.com with HUGE savings all weekend long! Use the discount code "birthday" and receive 25% off your order! We are also throwing in free pink yummies with each package. Celebrate pinky style with us! Celebration ends May 11th.

Thursday, May 7, 2009

A Dreamhouse of my Own



Inspired by the Barbie dream house, I set out to select some of my dream furniture/decor pieces...things that would make me never leave the house, unless carried out kicking and screaming. My color palette: silver/gray, black, purple, magenta, and turquoise.

I dream of a really spacious L shaped couch...preferably with a GIANT ottoman. I basically want a bed with a couch back! Something that you'd fall asleep on without getting a wicked crick in your neck.

The coffee table above has been on my wishlist for a good 4 years now. It's broken up into several pieces that can come together in many different formations. The brilliant purple color makes it yummier, like a big hunk of rock candy. The X Rug is from the same online store, InMod, which is a little slice of heaven for me. Their rugs are like pieces of art, featuring different shapes and patterns. The long "Gossip" rug is one of theirs too...gorgeous! I also realize that the pod chair thing is ridiculous: $1,000+ for a chair that will NEVER be sat in? Let's call it art, baby.

And then...there's the cupcake end table. Oh yes...it's an end table made to look like a giant cupcake. Jellio makes the greatest custom furniture EVER! They have a cupcake seat, candy dots bench, and various gummy lamps. It reminds me to the whimsy of Willy Wonka...and I would LOVE to have many of their pieces. Someday.

The Real Malibu Dream House

So when I heard the news that there was a REAL BARBIE MALIBU DREAM HOUSE, I had to see just what wonders were brewing inside it's walls. With Jonathan Adler at the design head, I knew it could be magical...and it does not disappoint. Put together for her 50th Birthday, the house is any pink fan's wet dream. Covered in her signature color, there's an entire closet filled with pink heels, tulle skirted chairs, and more whimsical decor than I've ever seen packed into one room. Click here to view the article and more photos. And don't forget to visit Pink Addict to start a Malibu dream house of your own!

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Wednesday, May 6, 2009

My assistant

Yuri helps...

This is my work desk pretty much everyday. Yuri rolls around and tries to hit the numlock button with her noggin'. She's super cute, but I can't say that she's very productive...

Style Profile: Kawaii Zoo



Style Name: Kawaii Zoo
Hot Spots: Animal Shelters, Frozen Yogurt Shops, Arcades
Loves: Cat Nip, Weird Food, Fuzzy Slippers, Teeth Cartoons
Hates: Reality TV, Corduroy, Leather, Frosting

Today's Work Day is brought to you by...

Bawls!

Bawls! Introduced by a friend many years ago, I've always loved their bottles...who doesn't love nubs??? Though, I'm drinking it out of a can currently, it's still good. I see that they offer G33k beer and Cherry flavored too (the can apparently changes colors when cold!)...I really want some Cherry. ON A MISSION.

Tuesday, May 5, 2009

Style Profile: Pop Dreamsicles


Style Name: Pop Dreamsicles
Hot Spots: Hookah Bars, Target, Karate Class
Loves: Macaroons, Dancing, Big Hair, Koosh Balls, 80's movies
Hates: Uniforms, Hello Kitty, Movie Theaters, Cheerios

Friday, May 1, 2009

Style Profile: Lollipop Ladybug



Style Name: Lollipop Ladybug
Hot Spots
: Book Stores, the Garment District, Silent Movie Theaters
Loves: Boys with Glasses, High Fashion, Marilyn Monroe movies, Tabloids
Hates: iPhones, Sweatpants, American Idol, Pizza