I never thought I'd see the day I'd do a post about a pole dancer but seriously...
You have got to watch this performance by Felix Cane. Felix just took the crown at the Miss Pole Dance World 2009 competition (did you even know there was such a thing? Neither did I until I read DListed post about it this morning). Now, I gotta say, this is not what I typically imagine when I think "pole dancer". I don't mean to insult the pole dancing masses out there but, this isn't some skanky writhing hair tossing "dance" to Warrant's- Cherry Pie. Not even close.
Girl, you need to move to Vegas and get a job with Cirque du Soleil's Zumanity, no joke.
UPDATE: I'm a freakin' psychic! Someone did a google search for "Zumanity Felix Cane" and found my site. So I did the search myself and according to this article in Las Vegas weekly it turns out she is dancing for Zumanity. They scooped her up back in January. Zumanity,The Sensual Side of Cirque du Soleil can be seen at New York-New York Hotel in Las Vegas for more information click here.
Now if only I could predict the winning Mega Millions numbers!
Saturday, May 9, 2009
Listening To- Blur, Song 2
Tonight I pulled out all of my old Blur CD's (yeah, CD's not MP3's- Christ, when did CD's become so old school?!?!) and listened with glee. That led me to sit down and find a whole bunch of kick ass Blur videos. Be prepared to watch and enjoy with me over the next few days. Here's number 1 on our playlist...
Blur- Song 2
Blur- Song 2
Friday, May 8, 2009
Pretty Things...
Yesterday, the seventh annual show of designs created in Brooklyn- BKLYN DESIGNS began. Founded in 2003, this exhibition of designers and manufacturers of contemporary furnishings, lighting, and accessories made and/or designed in Brooklyn has steadily grown to attract visitors from all around the globe.
Some of my favorite picks...
My Brother's Frame by Harry Allen available @ Rico
Mid Century Czech Vase available at Prague Kolektiv
Brass Ring Side Table- Laurie Beckerman avaliable @ Voos
Some of my favorite picks...
My Brother's Frame by Harry Allen available @ Rico
Mid Century Czech Vase available at Prague Kolektiv
Brass Ring Side Table- Laurie Beckerman avaliable @ VoosFor those interested in exploring the scene, BKLYN DESIGNS website offers a list of this years 45 exhibitors . Some are new, some are old and many of their stores are open only a few days a week, so when visiting be sure to check out their hours in advance.
Loving...
Patek Philippe Ref. 5101R 10-Day Tourbillon Watch
Gorgeous, isn't it? Do you think it's 100K gorgeous? Me neither. The 51.7mm x 29.6mm rectangular case is made of 18k rose gold, with corresponding hands and Arabic hour markers (Breguet style) on the face. Attached to the art deco inspired case are brown crocodile straps. A lovely looking Patek Philippe watch with its true value, the tourbillion movement, hiding under the hood . Interested to know what a tourbillion movement is and why it commands such a premium this article by The Luxist explains.
Thursday, May 7, 2009
Listening To- Chromatics
Eerily sexy music.
Chromatics- In The City
If you're diggin' this then check out Chromatics' MySpace Page.
Chromatics- In The City
If you're diggin' this then check out Chromatics' MySpace Page.
Wednesday, May 6, 2009
RHNY: Kelly & The Jilted Moron
"I don't even know if I qualify him as lover. How about a jilted moron?"- Ed Hayes, attorney for Ms. Bensimon
- He came to my house.
- I said please leave.
- He wouldn't leave.
- Then he walks to the police precinct and sits with the detective.
What's with your tissue issue? They were trying to be nice. Little Miss Pouty-Puss.
Very bizarre.
Listening To- Little Boots
Little Boots- New In Town
If you're diggin' this then check out Little Boots's Official Website or MySpace Page.
If you're diggin' this then check out Little Boots's Official Website or MySpace Page.
Must Have...
O.k...I have a long standing love/hate relationship with coasters. They're a necessary evil. Yes, evil. why? I always find these gorgeous coasters bring them home put my drink down and inevitably the coaster fails me.
The wood ones didn't have an edge and the liquid ran right off them and under them leaving rings on my furniture.
The marble ones conducted the cold of the drink so well the bottom of the coaster had the same condensation the glass did and was soaking wet.
The leather ones? They looked cool the day I brought them home and looked like trash after one use.
The cork ones? They just have that fugly 1970's vibe
So far the only ones I've seen do the job properly are the pressed paper coasters the bartender slaps down under your beer at a bar. That's why my heart sang when I saw these letterpress coasters by 12fifteen.
Chic, functional, and can be recycled once they've outlived their usefulness without guilt because at $12.00 for 8 they're really economical.
Joy!
The wood ones didn't have an edge and the liquid ran right off them and under them leaving rings on my furniture.
The marble ones conducted the cold of the drink so well the bottom of the coaster had the same condensation the glass did and was soaking wet.
The leather ones? They looked cool the day I brought them home and looked like trash after one use.
The cork ones? They just have that fugly 1970's vibe
So far the only ones I've seen do the job properly are the pressed paper coasters the bartender slaps down under your beer at a bar. That's why my heart sang when I saw these letterpress coasters by 12fifteen.
Chic, functional, and can be recycled once they've outlived their usefulness without guilt because at $12.00 for 8 they're really economical.
Joy!
Tuesday, May 5, 2009
RHNY: Kelly & Max- A Love Affair (with publicity)
"Do guys like me for me, or do they want to come to a party with me?"
- Kelly Bensimon from her Bravo Blog
So, Kelly shows up with her “boyfriend”, actor Max Palacio to her 41st birthday party on Friday at The Gates. However, the rumor is they barely spoke at all during the party. Palacio spent more time with his arm around some German model!
That is, until photographers started snapping Kelly with her birthday cupcakes (iced with a picture of her in a bathing suit- Gag!). Suddenly, Palacio was at her side —getting into a flirty frosting fight for the lensmen. When the snapping stopped, they separated again. Max left on his own.
But then, as Bensimon reminded us a few days earlier, “Housewives” isn’t a reality show, “It’s surreality. The minute there’s a camera on you, it’s not real. The thing I like about it is they make you into a chameleon”.
You say chameleon, I say big, phoney, faker. Tomato, Tomahto!
(Source: Rush & Molloy)
Listening To- Thunderheist
Thunderheist- Jerk It
If you're diggin' this then check out Thunderheist's Official Website or MySpace Page.
If you're diggin' this then check out Thunderheist's Official Website or MySpace Page.
Monday, May 4, 2009
RHNY: Who is Jill Zarin's Jeweler?
Oh that Jill Zarin loves her some bling doesn't she?In almost every episode there's been some reference made about Jill's jewels. There was Betheny dipping into Jill's overstuffed jewelry box while doing her now infamous impression of Jill. We've heard Jill herself her talking about her massive diamond rings- The Baby and The Momma (note: given the size of The Baby it's an absolute certainty you'd need to do strength training before being able to lug around around The Momma). When we saw Jill out with Kelly purchasing the $16,000.00 B-bag (Béatrice Amblard custom handbag) for her birthday she lets Kelly know, "This gift is 'moderate' and that considering the economy, I didn't think we should spend a lot. Last year was big jewelry".
So where does Jill get these big fabulous baubles? From Jeweler Jeri Cohen of Jeri Cohen's Fine Jewelry. Jeri's been in the jewelry biz for 20 years and has a boutique, located in Trump Plaza (3rd Ave. @ 61st NYC). She specializes in diamonds and has gained particular notoriety for her engagement rings (momma? baby?) and her butterfly and flower collection.
Meet Jeri in the preview clip for tomorrow nights finale show as Jill and Kelly stop in to pick up jewelry for a charity event.
Isn't she adorable? I did find something while researching Jeri. It seems in August 2008 a lawsuit filed against her by Van Cleef & Arpels for copyright infringement.
Hmmm...interesting.
LEAK!
Plink, Plink, Plink...
What's that sound? Dripping.
Where's it coming from? The seam in the (plaster) crown molding over the pocket door entryway from the living room to the dining room.
Why? I'm taking a shower.
Where's the origination point of the leak? So far as we can tell the seal connecting the drain/waste pipe to the tub has disintegrated.
Why am I beyond aggravated? Because we just replaced a drain/waste pipe from the sink that had been leaking. 3 months ago!! That required knocking out the plaster wall in the guest room closet. The tub requires knocking out the wall in the master bedroom closet. We planned on fully ripping out and replacing this bathroom and all it's ancient plumbing in about a year. Problem is, right now it's our ONLY bathroom. So, in order to do so we need to re-install the bathroom the previous owner removed (who takes out a bathroom?!?!?) so she could make a large mud room (off the kitchen) for her dog. ARGH!!
We also have to get a section of the plaster molding recast and replaced. MOTHER F*CK SH!T D@MNIT!
You gotta love (hate) a house that's 119 years old.
One day I'll share the plans for the bathroom remodel but I'm too angry right now.
What's that sound? Dripping.
Where's it coming from? The seam in the (plaster) crown molding over the pocket door entryway from the living room to the dining room.
Why? I'm taking a shower.
Where's the origination point of the leak? So far as we can tell the seal connecting the drain/waste pipe to the tub has disintegrated.
Why am I beyond aggravated? Because we just replaced a drain/waste pipe from the sink that had been leaking. 3 months ago!! That required knocking out the plaster wall in the guest room closet. The tub requires knocking out the wall in the master bedroom closet. We planned on fully ripping out and replacing this bathroom and all it's ancient plumbing in about a year. Problem is, right now it's our ONLY bathroom. So, in order to do so we need to re-install the bathroom the previous owner removed (who takes out a bathroom?!?!?) so she could make a large mud room (off the kitchen) for her dog. ARGH!!
We also have to get a section of the plaster molding recast and replaced. MOTHER F*CK SH!T D@MNIT!
You gotta love (hate) a house that's 119 years old.
One day I'll share the plans for the bathroom remodel but I'm too angry right now.
Sunday, May 3, 2009
Listening To- Hyper Crush
Hyper Crush- Robo Tech
If you're diggin' this then check out Hyper Crush's Official Website or MySpace Page.
If you're diggin' this then check out Hyper Crush's Official Website or MySpace Page.
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