Seen on the Street - DTLA Representing

A mural I saw on my way to Mustache Mondays - a fierce scene on Monday nights at La Cita / DTLA hosted by Nacho Nava....

Supermarket Wonder - WTF?!!!

Here are more random supermarket items that make me think "WTF"?!

This first image (seen above) was taken by my friend Jason in the fruity section - RIPE CALIFORNIA PEACHES - I'm thinking it should be a vanity plate for La Lohan.

This second image I stole from my friend Mario Diaz's FB wall. I don't know if it's an actual instant noodle product or a doctored image, but I think it's hilarious!!!

Boojie Bag a la SKINGRAFT

I'm loving this "Weekender" bag I got on sale from the Skingraft store in DTLA - Now I just to have plan a destination so I can properly use it! Any suggestions?

WTF - Random Supermarket Items

More random WTF supermaket finds...the Gorilla Snot Gel is a perfect gift for the FIST PUMPING GUIDO or CHA CHA MAN-CHOLA EYEBROW'D PAPI in your life.

Hello Kitty Duck Tape - Perfect for your KAWAII BONDAGE J-Kink a la AUDITION scenarios.

Shady Saturday - Carrera Shades

I recently ordered these awesome Carrera shades on line. I believe this line is a subsidiary of the Porsche design group, directly related to the Porsche sports cars. I'm not sure if these are dead stock, but if they're not, there amazing re-issues.

These two frames (above and below) have UV Clear lenses, which offer full protection even though they are clear. I'm feeling this 1980's Pseudo Futurism vibe. I have to admit the purple frames (above) are my favorite because I can't help but think of Prince..."Purple Rain, Purple Rain...."

This pair have more traditional black out lenses, but the oversized frames are perfect for the "morning after" walk of shame. Were they any more oversized, they'd be pushing up on Mugler's vintage "bug" shades.

Air Jordan Attack!!

Air Jordan Attack

Here are two more awesome finds from my favorite store for Kicks - Drip. It seems like every time I go, I find shoes that drive me CRAZY.

Case in point - These two AMAZING Air Jordans -

HAN CHOLO - WESTSIDE Representing

HCN04 - Baby Rose Necklace

HCN06 - Baby Destroy Necklace

HCP05 - Chain Saw Pendant

So can you tell I was running with the homeboys as a kid in the City of Angels?

Shout Out to Santa Monica 13 and all the artists showing mad skills in Teen Angels.

That's why you gotta give some love to HAN CHOLO, those kids be representing.

If you're a local, then you know where I'm coming from....

Model Daria P. on MDC's Daily Duo

Screen capture courtesy of MDC

Now for some work related news - Daria P., a discovery of ours in development was just featured on MDC's Daily Duo. See more via this link.

Got my MOJO back!!

Screen Capture courtesy of The Imagist

Thank you Mr. TI for curing me of my writer's block and giving me back my MOJO.

Check out our e-debate and musings on the current Givenchy Men's F/W 2011 via this link

Stay tuned for additional broadcasts.......

Nike Air Max Attack!!!!

Nike Air Max 95 Rasta

So I recently visited my new spot for kicks - and came home with an armful of Nikes. You gotta love the Air Max. I remember my first pair when they dropped the original 95's.

Nike Air Max 95 Team Orange

I must still be obsessing because I wound up getting two pairs of the 95's and one pair from 97.

Nike Air Max 97 Silver Red

If you're in Hollywood, check out Drip. Check out this video clip to give you a peek at their goods. Very friendly staff and some major stock, lots of vintage dead stock, reissues and hard to find models.

Excuse my snaps - I definitely am not meant to be a still life photograher - jaja!

Illustration by Dubious Lee

I just received this beautiful illustration in my email the other day. It's by my good friend, the talented Mr. Dubious Lee.

She looks like she could this century's reboot of the bust of Nefertiti- Both have the same refined facial features. Mr. Lee's technique has echoes of the late and great illustrator Antonio.

You can see more of Mr. Lee's work via this link.

Not so Valentino -

I just bought this not very Valentino scarf - I love the abstract red ribbon skull design...kind of reminds me of the vintage Alexander Mcqueen ones that every had for a moment, and a bit like the skull pattern that Thomas Wylde is known for...Now I can't for the cool weather..

One might assume that Maria Grazia Chiuri and Pier Paolo Piccioli at Valentino's house are slowly trying for a reboot - perhaps a Tisci like transformation??? It makes sense in this case as they were in charge of accessories for the house of Valentino for years....

Givenchy Addiction - S/S 2011 and F/W 2011 - 2012

S/S 2011 - Purchased from Luisa Via Roma



F/W 2011 - Purchased via Riccardi Boston

All I can say is that I'm a GIVENCHY ADDICT!!!!

On the DL - Riccardi's prices are lower than Luisa Via Roma's

Seen on the Street - Animine

Images by Trickymaus

These three images were shot over the past few months as I was reacquainting myself with the City of Angels.

They were all taken at different times and in vastly different sections of L.A., which just goes to show you how this city is so diverse and spread out.

I decided to group them together for this posting because I felt they belonged together.

OK Kids - Pop Quiz time -What's the recurring theme that ties all these images together???