"Creativity is a drug that I cannot live without." -- Cecile B DeMille

"Creativity is a drug that I cannot live without." -- Cecile B DeMille

Tuesday, March 29, 2011

Very Late SxSW Update

Since January, I had planned on going to SxSW with some friends.  Buuut, my stupid stinkin car got towed... twice the week before taking all of my spending money for the trip.  I thought I wouldn't be able to go and my heart was broken.  I guess the stars wouldn't let me miss out, though.  Some other friends invited me to stay with their family about an hour outside of Austin for the last weekend.  We weren't able to attend any shows, partly cause we were all super broke, but we somehow got invited to a mansion party.  Yes, a mansion party!  Two nights in a row!!  So, I mean this had to be fate, right?
Friday night we made the journey to unknown territory, took winding roads, and found ourselves in one of the most beautiful houses I had ever stepped foot in.  The entire living room was glass so that the entire Austin skyline was visible from the couch.  There was an infinity that had the same astonishing view.  To make matters worse, some of my new fave artists were there too! Chiddy Bang, Mac Miller, The Cool Kids, The Fly Guys, and even Kendrick Lamar.  We met and had conversations with all of them.  The night was untoppable. We somehow ended up on the roof with Kendrick Lamar and friends.  No idea how we got up there, let alone down from there. The whole night was sponsored by some Asian inspired liquor, Tyku. Here are some sneaky photos from night 1.




Beautiful right? And idk if you can tell, but that bottle is glowing! It lit up when picked up. Pretty cool.  Either way, the second night was not quite as epic, but Wiz Khalifa and Trae tha Truth were shooting a video then.  I saw Wiz and Amber Rose. I wasn't able to meet them though.  After the shoot, they started playing a Lil B.  I'm not a fan. So, I threw a bit of a fit asking why they would poison my ears with such horrendous sounds.  Yeah, it was because Lil B was there, like seven feet away from me.  Oh well.
While in Austin, I did visit 6th St.  It was a bit lackluster to me, but I'm willing to give it another chance, hopefully someday soon.  Anyway, shots from night 2.

All in all, Austin has won my heart.  It's raw and grittiness combined with the fantastical nights in the mansion made for the perfect balance.  I can't wait to go back.

Monday, February 28, 2011

Anna Hu Haute Joaillerie

While watching the Academy Awards last night, I noticed a breathtakingly beautiful ring and hairpiece on Hilary Swank (whose dress was stunning by the way).  Well, after searching long and hard.. pause... I found out that both amazing pieces of jewelry were creations of the marvelously talented Taiwanese  Anna Hu. 
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Upon further review of her entire collection, I am undoubtedly head over heels in lust with Ms. Hu.  Anna Hu brings together her knowledge and love for art history and cello artistry to her jewelry designs.  Each piece is classically beautiful and the brightly colored jewels mesh with such rhythm.





Her magnificent jewelry has been featured in numerous magazines and worn by myriad celebrities on nearly every red carpet.  I definitely encourage all to visit Anna Hu's website to marvel in the beauty of each of her pieces.  The necklaces and engagement rings have stolen my heart.  Wishfully thinking, I will marry an insanely rich man who will fund my philanthropy and propose to me with Anna's coeur d'amour ring (which can only be viewed on her website).  Until then, I'll keep dreaming and blogging.




From top to bottom:
Hilary Swank in the Gardenia Ring and Hairpiece
Forget Me Not Ring
Golden Seahorse Ring
Leaping Koi Ring
Loveknot Earrings
All viewable at: http://www.anna-hu.com/site/main.html
*must visit Anna Hu's site from a computer and not smartphone because Flash player is required*

Saturday, February 26, 2011

Kicked It with Kendrick












Last weekend, Kendrick Lamar was in Dallas and of course I was in the spot! He had about an hour long set and performed almost all of his newest songs.  This show was eeeasily one of my absolute faves that I've been to since in Texas!! He had such energy and enthusiasm.  Kendrick shared tales from his childhood in Compton and he told stories from the stu to introduce each song.  And, he and his DJ had such a connection; they were totally in sync! At any rate, I loved the show. 



Above is footage from my phone of Kendrick Lamar performing one of my fave songs of his, P&P.  You can buy the entire EP, Overly Dedicated on iTunes now for only $5.99.  To learn more about him, follow him on twitter ( @kendrick_lamar ) or listen to his music on his web page.



So in between artists, it got live in the place! I think some folks had one too many shots, which made for more fun and footage for me.  Here's some of the craziness! 

Ode to Joan

This year, I have seen so much of a beautiful new face.  Joan Smalls is gracing the runways of every big name in fashion! Like she's literally in every Spring and Fall 2011 show.  From Jean Paul Gaultier, to Carolina Herrera, to Christian Doir, to Gucci, to Givenchy.  I mean this. girl. is. EVERYwhere!
Born in Puerto Rico in 1988 (how old is that? hmm old enough *kanye voice*), Joan moved to Queens in 2007 and was signed to Elite Model Management shortly after.  She switched to IMG, with whom she booked the Spring 2010 Givenchy show, and has been unstoppable ever since!





















Honestly, I had such a hard time choosing pics to post because she's just so stunning in every one.  Needless to say, I have a new role model.

Sunday, February 20, 2011

More From Dulce Shoes By Evelyn





Love her line, shoes are goregous!

Francesco Sacco 1275 Ruby Red - $800.00

Georgina Goodman Deacon 1 - $730.00

Georgina Goodman Davina 2 - $575.00

DSquared Winifredn - $595.00

LAMB Charisma - $395.00

All can be purchased on Dulce Shoes @EvelynLozada