Sweet Ride

The Oregon Manifest held a contest in September of 2011 to find the “Ultimate Utility Bike for Modern Living”. They sought to find a bike that would meet the needs of Americans who want to live a healthier and more sustainable life.

The judges panel was made up of leaders in the bicycle industry including the President of the United Bicycle Institute and the VP of Innovation Design and Special Products at Nike. Tony Pereira of Pereira Cycles came up with a truly innovative, exciting, and winning design, and got  a $3,000.00 prize for his effort!

Although this bike is impressive, I think the true winner has to be the ‘People’s Choice’ winners, IDEO and Rock Lobster Cycles. In a contest where you’re designing a product to be used by people, this award is a big deal. I have to agree with the voters, this bike is pretty cool.

Let me introduce you to Faraday…

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Lynch’s Silencio

Finding yourself in one of David Lynch’s films will either be your greatest dream come true … or your worst nightmare. Lynch’s films are eerie, striking, and mysterious. One of the greatest scenes of any Lynch films comes from 2001′s Mulholland Dr. and is set in night club Silencio.

So, when I heard that Lynch was opening his own club in Paris named after the thrilling Silencio, the hairs on my arms definitely pricked up a bit. Raphael Navot and Lynch headed a large team that designed the space from the ground up, creating a Lynchian dream world.

ACM: The Rocky Horror Picture Show

In just seven days…I can make you a great album cover!

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Fashion Recap: Emmy’s 2011

This year’s Emmy’s brought a parade of beautiful dresses, as well as a few absolute failures. Here are my pics for best and worst dressed this year.

Nina Dobrev looked stunning in a red strapless creation from Donna Karan. The Vampire Diaries star is a virtual unknown compared to the other women on the carpet, and still managed to outshine them all.

Jayma Mays also shine on the carpet in a gorgeous pink tiered dress by Zuhair Murad. This elegant and feminine look was combined perfectly with Jayma’s soft hair and makeup.

Not everyone can get it right. Gwyneth Paltrow is usually stunning and classy on the red carpet, but this year her midriff bearing see through Pucci gown was an absolute disaster.

Someone needs to let Christina Hendricks know that there IS such a thing as too much cleavage. See exhibit A below, created by Johanna Johnson.

And the Nominees Are…

This Sunday marks the official comeback of awards season and I couldn’t be more excited. The red carpet for the Emmy’s is sure to be filled with dazzling designer duds but I’d like to dedicate this post to the nominees for Outstanding Costumes For A Series. So, without further ado, the nominees are…

Series: Boardwalk Empire Episode: Anastasia

Series: The Borgias Episode: Lucrezia’s Wedding

Series: Game of Thrones Episode: The Pointy End

Series: Glee Episode: New York

Series: Mad Men Episode: The Beautiful Girls

Best of luck to all of the deserving nominees!!

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Back To School!

For parents, it’s the best time of the year. For students, it’s the most dreaded time of the year. Whichever way you slice it, it’s time to go back to school shopping. The most important school supply? Your backpack. Here are some suggestions for the best made and well designed packs available this year…

For the adventurer, the North Face Surge Backpack. This stylish pack can double as an overnight or camping bag. It has enough compartments and space to hold more than a days worth of essentials. This pack has a compartment designed to carry a laptop and holds most 15″ laptops. The Surge backpack is also endorsed by the American Chiropractic Association.

If you’re a fashionista, Dooney and Bourke has created a collection just for you. The Cabriolet collection includes a small, medium, and large messenger bag as well as two sizes of shopper bags. These bags are reasonably priced and can hold all of your back to school necessities. The messenger bags include a stylish shoulder strap. *Spoiler Alert!* The Cabriolet collection is 25% off online until September 9th!

Rugby by Ralph Lauren has created a bag that is perfect for a laid back trendsetter. This canvas and leather backpack is made of durable leather and an olive green material that complement each other perfectly. This bag has a vintage flair to it. The interior has a canvas lining and open pockets throughout.

Every rocker needs a tote. The R&Em Large Graffiti Tote is perfect for any rocker or student with a bit of a wild side. This canvas bag has double looped handles and a shoulder strap for easy lugging.

Higher education in your future? For the serious student, the Briggs and Riley Executive Clamshell Backpack is the perfect choice. This elegant and well crafted pack screams luxury. There are separate compartments for laptops, files, and books. There are also compartments for USB drives, CDs, Discs, sunglasses, headphones, pens, business cards, and more.

Happy shopping!

I’m Ga Ga for Gaga!

When Lady Gaga first burst on the scene a few years ago, I wrote her off as a passing fad. Certainly no Madonna, Cher, or Elton. Perhaps I judged an over-decorated book by its cover. Lady Gaga has become increasingly more popular and outrageous. Gaga continues to dress in the most scandalous and over the top costumes and outfits possible. Going to get coffee requires a full wardrobe department and makeup team. Behind all of the crazy outfits and makeup, Gaga has become a true champion for the under appreciated. On her latest album, Born This Way,  she preaches that we were all born the way we are and that God, or ‘capital Him’, always accepts us. She has become a cultural phenomenon, and there’s certainly no denying her catchy tunes. Even the skeptics like me have started to appreciate her eclectic wardrobe. Here are a few of my favorite pieces from her collection.

Lady Gaga wore this bubble outfit during her last tour. She sported a similar look on the cover of Rolling Stone magazine.

Gaga accepted an MTV Music Award in this red lace ensemble.

That same night Lady Gaga sat in the audience wearing this headpiece.

Gaga walked the red carpet at an event with this giant black leather bow on her head.

Armani designed this beautiful dress for Lady Gaga to wear at the 2010 Grammy Awards. This look is definitely my favorite, combining just the right amount of Gaga with Grammy.

Lady Gaga may be extremely out of the box and sometimes a little too over the top, but it doesn’t look like she’s going anywhere any time soon. While she’s here, we might as well sit back and enjoy the show!

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