Mayer comes to town on my special day

So there's this dude named Mayer Hawthorne from Ann Arbor, Michigan. He's this tall guy with thick rimmed glasses who's signed to Stones Throw Records (a very diverse and hip hop influenced record label). His music has got so much soul, you wouldn't even believe it. I loved his record so much that it ended up being the first piece of vinyl I ever bought (thus requiring me to purchase a record player IN ADDITION to that sweet, sweet heart shaped record).

Been meaning to blog about him (and many other things) for a while now, but I've just been catching up with a few things and thought now would be better than ever with this concert annoucement from REMG.

His first official vid here:


Maybe So, Maybe No





REMG ENTERTAINMENT PRESENTS
MAYER HAWTHORNE’S LONELY HEARTS CLUB TOUR
MAYER HAWTHORNE & THE COUNTY
with special guest BUFF 1

REMG Entertainment is proud to present Mayer Hawthorne & The County live in concert at The Drake Hotel on Sunday, September 27, 2009.

Mayer Hawthorne was raised in Ann Arbor, Michigan, just outside of Detroit. He vividly remembers driving with his father and tuning the car radio in to the rich soul, deep funk and swinging jazz the region provided. As he grew up, and his obsession with soul records grew into a passion, Hawthorne discovered that sweet soul existed on both sides of the commercial divide. He discovered the same beauty in the polished sound of Issac Hayes and Curtis Mayfield as he did in the deeper, darker grit of the obscure Symphonic Four and Detroit-cult soul slingers The New Holidays.

Mayer Hawthorne’s debut album set for release this fall, A Strange Arrangement grew out of a childhood steeped in Detroit soul. His album draws from the inspiration of Leroy Hutson, Smokey Robinson, and the legendary songwriting and production trio of Lamont Dozier, Brian Holland, and Eddie Holland Jr. At the same time it revels in the raw sounds of those independent musicians who aspired to achieve a level of success akin to their famous peers.

A Strange Arrangement is an album full of original compositions and one cover (he had to give The New Holidays “Maybe So, Maybe No” a whirl) that underlies a heartfelt nostalgia to the sweet soul of yesteryear with a clear desire to show that his Strange Arrangement is no passing fancy. “It’s old soul,” Hawthorne explains, without an ounce of irony. “But it’s new.”

MAYER HAWTHORNE & THE COUNTY
w/ special guest Buff 1
Sunday, September 27, 2009
Drake Hotel (1150 Queen Street West)
Tickets are $12.00 in advance and available at Rotate This, Soundscapes & Play De Record
19+, Doors at 8pm, show at 9pm

it has been more than one year...

...since the release of these beautiful python and leather skinned, chain strapped shoulder bags. Why can't I stop thinking about them?!




The mauve one in particular. Maybe, one day...

la Parisienne idéal

Finally found that photo from Mr. Sartorialist...






Fancy those shoulders, because I most definitely do.

my oxford infatuation continues

Today marked the first day of Spring here in Toronto! As we head into this new season, we expect longer days, sunshine and more smiles. We leave behind long nights (though they were quite fun), dreary days and most importantly ruined shoes due to salt stains and slush!



Here I present to you the Sergio Rossi Oxford Lace Ups I plan to soon purchase (for quite a lovely deal too!) These babies stuck out to me so much one day last October, while cruising The Sartorialist, I had to blog about the woman wearing them.

I deem these my rays of sunshine and welcoming into spring.




As Karl Lagerfeld says, "Buy what excites you, not just for the simple act of shopping."

my most recent acquisitions

come to my feet. wrap around my body.

she's been hiding in France

and PFW is [almost] over!
London's win with me was Louise Goldin's F09 line. Stunningly Dark.
Paris, I'm still undecided.

a twist on dementia

Launched in tandem with Gareth Pugh's show during Paris Fashion Week, this film created in collaboration with Ruth Hogben, showcases the designer's Autmn/Winter 2009 collection.

my review?
frantic, intense, emotionally contesting.
deep, dark, INVIGORATING and INSPIRING.

Talk about a film evoking loads of fashionable emotion.

Please click THIS link to watch Gareth Pugh Autumn/Winter 2009 film

Dubstep is Dead

THIS FRIDAY

SUBTRAC IS BACK
KEEPING SHIT HEAVY
CAN'T WAIT
ONE MORE SLEEP

one step at a time

Miss Louise Brooks

Adapting the 1920's into this 21st century.
Though, maybe a little toned down.

via

my annual thang

listening to? LTJ Bukem - Kings of the Jungle PtII (we are not in a parallel universe)

1.) Where did you ring in 2009?
Top of the Burroughs Loft party at Queen/Bathurst

2.) What was your status by Valentine's Day?
Single, and probably drunkie [with friends, of course] this night.

3.) Were you in school (anytime this year)?
Yes

4.) How did you earn your keep?
Insurance Company (i can't believe this answer is still here)

5.) Did you ever have to go to the hospital?
No!

6.) Have you ever encountered the police?
Yes, when I got my first speeding ticket in May. Although, I won in court.

7.) Where did you go on vacation?
In order:  Montreal, London, UK, Montreal (again), Detroit, Calgary, Banff, Vancouver, Inveremere, Salmo, NYC

8.) What did you purchase that was over $500?
Expensive clothing.

9.) Did you know anybody who got married?
Yes

10.) Did you know anybody who passed away?
NO

11.) Have you ran into anybody you graduated high school with?
Always

12.) Did you move anywhere?
Not yet

13.) What sporting events did you go to?
Wakefest

14.) What concerts did you go to?
A lot. I should start keeping track. Most memorable? MS. ERYKAH BADU, baby.

15.) Are you registered to vote?
Mais oui!

16.) If so, did you do your patriotic duty on Nov. 7?
Yes

17.) Where do you live now?
Mississauga

18.) Describe your birthday.
"URGHH"

19.) What's the one thing you thought you would never do but did in 2008?
Spend THAT much money

20.) What is one thing you regretted this year?
There are a few things that are to be left unmentioned.

21.) What's something you learned about yourself?
I would rather always be busy than be bored out of my mind.

22.) Any new additions to your family?
Not that I know of.

23.) What was your best month(s)?
This past (lovely) summer flew by. My time in London was the best.

24.) What from pop culture will you remember 2008 by?
Heath Ledgers death, OBAMAAMAMAMAMAMMMMA, LL becoming a lesbian, the rise of Alexander Wang

25.) How would you rate this year with a scale from 1 (shitty) to 10 (excellent)?
9

Q-TIP - GETTIN' UP

still waiting so patiently.

FEEL

THE



LOVE

Let Loose. This is the Tomboy, all grown up.

There is no time better than now to be reliving your active, lively youth through the stylistic endeavors of your favorite old, and up-and-coming designers.

It may have begun with the introduction to the boyfriend tank (which Alexander Wang does so well). The luxe blazer came along, originally claimed by YSL in 1966 with le smoking, lovingly updated by Dior Homme pour Femme in F08. Following with pants of all sorts, the world was introduced to ethnic-inspired dhotis and jodhpurs galore and most recently the “boyfriend jean” (if you're into jeans that is), topped off with a proper chapeau and towering high heels, but only for those who dare.




No time has ever been so kind, loose fitting and comfortable (only for clothing, needless I remind you) – enjoy these fits now, at last they are finally here to stay.

because i do sincerely care about politics (and fashion)

"

Who says these are bleak times? On one matter at least, designers are positively euphoric. That is the Obama presidency, a two-part point of light. While much of the glee centers around the President-elect and his policies, Michelle Obama radiates a powerful style all her own. So step aside, Angelina. You too, Madonna, not to mention the bevy of pop tarts, gossip girls, “High School Musical” grads and even potential Oscar divas, now all suddenly second-tier. The American fashion industry hasn’t had a catch this big since, well, since another icon of Democratic chic took up residency on Pennsylvania Avenue in 1961.



For the big guns at least, dressing Michelle may prove even more of a challenge, since her chic is more lowercase democratic than was Jackie’s. Throughout the campaign, the first lady-to-be has avoided all major names save Narciso Rodriguez, while showing a proclivity for locals (Chicago’s Maria Pinto), young types (Thakoon; Jason Wu) and cost-conscious labels (Donna Ricco; J. Crew).



Nevertheless, just about everyone yearns to dress Michelle, who could raise the profile of American fashion around the world. Yet with the exception of Maria Cornejo, her current favorites, as well as a few majors, declined WWD’s request for sketches. Some are loath to presume to offer unsolicited advice, while others, it seems, are definitely in the Inaugural sweepstakes and prefer, or have been asked, to keep their participation low-pro.

But plenty more happily offered their visions for Michelle and her charming first daughters, for the big day and evening events of Jan. 20."

source

tingly sensations - won't you join me on the dancefloor?

NYC BOUND (APPROX. 24 HOURS) AND I AM SO EXCITED.

In celebration of Famous Friends' One Year Anniversary this Saturday in Brooklyn, VDRK so graciously put out a feel-damn-good mix to give you warm and fuzzy feelings during this cold and gross time of year.

Click the link below for the mix along with more info about the party.



Hopefully I get to check this out!


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If that beachy mix didn't get you going yet, here is something that is sure to burst your bubble.



My girl, the infamous yourbadmeaculpa, recently introduced me to U-Tern ...and you know I ain't looking back. This fancy pants hails from Van City, beautiful B.C., broadcasts from the quaint hood of Gastown, and likes to cut, mix and mash it all up - and oh boy, he does it oh so well!

Get your funkin' booty poppin' on and CLICK HERE to check the mix modestly titled Cramp Your Style.

IN A NEW YORK STATE OF MIND

OH YES, INDEEDY!

eat and feet

Manolo likes milkshakes and says that holding shoes is bad luck. I also hear that giving shoes as gifts are also bad luck... I wonder who comes up with these things.



Look, models eat. I feel slight competition to Coco's dancemoves...

BALLYGIRL

BALLY is a Swiss brand I have loved for quite a while now. Its boho-esque feel sweeps me into a dreamland only a certain someone can kick me out of. A combination of a modest, modern, countryside (suburban?) girl always ready to kick-ass is how I would describe it...

Peep their take on the mary jane, oh how I envy her so:

Guniga platform shoes
$595




So, I visit The Satorialist almost on the daily. I like to save some of the looks that really appeal to me on my phone, just to stare at when I'm passing time... examining every detail I can possibly fill on my screen, in hopes I stumble upon a piece similar to that in the photo, in the near future.

As he shoots the street for inspiration, I save the looks as aspiration, and this would be the latest:


I'll post the other women dressed in black with their strong shoes and shoulders when I can find them!

and mommy told me so

but i hate to share. would rather show you, here i say is the Realness.