Christine Olivier wears Dark Pony Designs

Christine Olivier and Nico Adams opened for Enrique Iglesias in Mexico City at a huge music festival. 

Christine chose to wear the Dark Garden Bustier top for her big performance!

She looked gorgeous and the show looked epic.

xoxo

Makin' Somethin' Outta Nothin' - Shovels and Rope

I can't really admit to being much of a country girl myself, even though I was born and raised in what most people would consider to be the country. But, when something like the band Shovels and Rope comes my way, music genres go right out the window. They rock, they are genuine, they are romantic and sad, and have all the right moves. My husband, showed me a clip of them on Late Night with David Letterman and from that point forward I have been hooked! Ok, maybe a little obsessed.... I think my favorite song lyrically would be "Carnival". I would love to dress the lead singer and make her little hats and such- she is so cute, rough around the edges, and sexy as hell, and looks as though she just stepped out of a levi jeans commercial circa 1982!

xoxo

P.S. Here is "Carnival" by Shovels and Rope

Fairy lights and muslin drapes,

the eyes that see us are sleeping.

Bottle of whisky, bottle of wine,

both from which we are drinking.

Dahlias in December, Chrysanthemums in June,

in a town that can't remember,

from dusk to dawn, my love was gone.

Between the veil of dusk and light,

the sweet and sorrowful hour

that separates morning and night

I roll you in the flour.

Across the world I wonder,

my moments made from years.

On a still and silent midway,

I wait for you to reappear.

Carnival, lull me to sleep.

No one can hear our voices.

I can tell your future and past

by the light of the carousel horses.

Across the world I wonder,

my moments made from years.

On a still and silent midway,

I wait for you to reappear.

Diane Young, Vampire Weekend

Vampire Weekend: Modern Vampires of the City

Nobody knows what the future holds

Said it's bad enough just getting old
Live my life, they say it's too fast
You know I love the past, 'cause I hate suspense...

If Diane Young won't change your mind,
Baby, baby, baby, baby ride on time

This is my new favorite album.

New favorite obsession.

Like a new boyfriend.

Like falling in love.

xo

Jean Paul Gaultier SS2013

Music Icons Collection.

So much fun!

xoxo

all images via style.com

Talent Show 1992

 

In sixth grade on the last day of school, we had a talent show. At the last minute I decided to sing "More" by Madonna from the Dick Tracy soundtrack. I had my costume, cassette tape, and accessories in a plastic grocery bag in my back pack just in case I mustered up the courage to get up in front of 100 kids and sing. Keep in mind I never had any singing lessons, I just assumed I could do it. And for whatever reason, I did and I won! It was a really satisfying way to end sixth grade. As time went on though, I never sang in front of an audience again (unless you count karaoke). 

Now, my son is 11 and in sixth grade, and is a better singer than I'll ever be. He loves to be on stage, and he has had so many more opportunities, music lessons, and encouragement than I ever had. And I am so happy that he gets to experience his dream. Now that I have come full circle, I want to learn how to sing for real! And, to have fun with music. And to know the joy of performing. Will I be able to recapture that feeling on the last day of sixth grade?

 Time is a stranger and life is a song.

xoxo

Hey Mr DJ...

image via Madonna "Music" Album

Christine Olivier wears Dark Pony Designs

A few months ago I got an exciting email from Christine Olivier offering me the opportunity to have a Dark Pony Designs ensemble (bustier top and tutu skirt) featured on her album cover! I of course answered an enthusiastic YES.  I think the photos turned out totally gorgeous and you should check her out on itunes HERE.

xoxo

We Just Want to Have a Good Time!

I have to give credit to my husband for discovering this gem. I think the top live performance is total genius. I love the idea of the edited for television "nude" ensemble, which is nothing more than a leotard, and black cardboard. The lead singer is so sexy, she makes me wanna go on a permanent vacation! 

Viva Brazilian Girls.

xoxo

I'm Waiting for You...

A favorite. Love the hypnotic nature of this song and the makeup...so, right now!

We're Wasted and That's why We're Still Waiting...

Walking the Tight Rope...

Just came across this video and I love it! Amazing dancing, love the look, and the song is actually good. Danceable and unexpected. Nice job Janelle Monae!

She & Him & a little thing called Jealousy

I have just recently become a fan of the band She and Him. I think I resisted for a while, because Zooey is just so darling and cutesy.  So much so, that I might want to strangle her... just a little bit.  Perhaps it's those vintage-y day dresses and flirty bangs that really get to me. If I'm being honest: I really like her style and I will say I find it inspirational (although maybe not all that original). All that said: the music (Volume One and Two) is really enjoyable and fun to sing along with. I find myself drifting off into imagining myself on stage, bangs and all, looking into the eyes of adoring fans. In fact, it's sort of the perfect sound track to summer.

Zooey in SELF magazine

She & Him - In The Sun from Merge Records on Vimeo.

Zooey again in SELF magazine wearing Prada

LOVE All!

God, I love Vampire Weekend. There is just something so appealing about their preppy, Cape Cod, college, vibe. Since the only sport I ever played in school was tennis, you could say this video pushes all the right buttons.  I guess I should just move to Connecticut and shop at Ralph Lauren, and get it over with! Right? So here's to yachting, eating lobster, summering in Nantucket, and taking on Manhattan...let "Contra" be your sound-track.

Cherish is the word I use...

Well kids, only 12 more days until the Madonna Sticky and Sweet Tour DVD/CD hits stores! Can you tell I'm just a little bit excited? My BFF Genevieve and I went to the one of the concerts on the tour and we were both not only amazed by the completely outta control energy level, but there were also some really beautiful visuals and awe inspiring technical coolness. As a die hard-long time Madonna fan, the count down clock is on tick-tock.

  

This jump-rope thing was INSANE!

 This is what 50 looks like?

Wake Me Up

Whilst shopping at Trader Joe's today I heard Wham's 80's hit "Wake Me Up Before You Go,Go". I had to restrain my immediate instinct to dance my heart out in the frozen foods aisle. It also reminded me of a night out a while back when I paid $5 to the juke box to hear that song. I will admit there were a couple of drinks involved. This video kind of represents every thing we hate about the 80's, but being a nerd at heart I can't help but love it.

Wham! - Wake Me Up Before You Gogo

Lady Gaga VS Beyonce

Ok- so I just want you all to know I really debated about watching the 2009 MTV Video Music Awards this year. I didn't even watch last year because 2007 was so disappointing. But I digress. I was really looking forward to seeing Lady Gaga perform, because I really haven't seen her do anything live. Boy, it was really a let down. Not only was it not visually stunning, it was weird, and boring. She's not a great singer, and really not a great dancer, and we all know what that means: she's riding the image. I do, however; respect her over the top fashion sense. It's nice to see somebody trying to shake things up. No boring strapless evening dresses for her. Do I love her choices? Not for the VMA's, but she has worn some other stuff I really liked.

On the other hand Beyonce- who I have never been a fan of-totally blew Lady Gaga out of the water with her performance of "Single Ladies". I didn't love either of her outfits but, she can sing, and she can dance! Her performance was visually stunning. To put it in the words of my husband (who hates to dance): "That was the best thing ever!"

This is a Lady Gaga look I really enjoyed.
VMA Performance Look
VMA Arrival Look- I like the collar...
VMA Audience Look
VMA Acceptance Look
VMA Performance Finale
VMA Arrival Look
VMA Performance Look- Not my favorite-but it got the job done.

That's just my opinion...tell me what you think!

Falling Down the Rabbit Hole

A wonderland of fabulous fantasy, a seductive imaginative place, somewhere to loose yourself...these concepts are the everlasting appeal of Alice in Wonderland. The blue and white dress of a curious little girl has become an iconic symbol of whimsy. I have always been a die hard Alice fan. It was one of my favorite things to pretend.

I love the way that Gwen Stefani dressed it up and made it oh so grown up during her "Love.Angel.Music.Baby" album. I am a sucker for thematic conceptual fashion and music. When Vogue Magazine did their spread with the world's top fashion designers I just about passed out! I love that...especially the Viktor and Rolf shirt dress....oh, so good. So, just yesterday I find out that Tim Burton is doing an Alice in Wonderland remake. I am so excited I can barely contain myself. I hope it can live up to all of my expectations. From the promo pics, it looks tantalizing...

Rock n Roll? Yeah, Yeah, Yeah!

I love the Yeah, Yeah, Yeah's. Pure raw rock. Although this isn't my favorite song of theirs, this is one of my favorite videos. The imagery has stuck with me all this time. "They don't love you like I love you!"