Fresh In The Street

The Stussy and Hellz Bellz "Ladies First" collection is slated to hit Stussy stores and fine streetwear retailers Saturday, March 7th. Expect to see it at Philadelphia's premier Stussy shop on Walnut street. The collab will include tees, tops, and accessories. For more Hellz Bellz items and accessories check out the fam at, Omoi, around the corner from Ubiq at 1608 Pine street. My girl, Liz, has been stockin' Hellz for awhile now and always has the hottest merchandise.


Also at the Ubiq store, this Friday night

Check it y'all! My girl, Gillian will be in the house with Ease DaMan and Greg from Mishka. Yo, wanna hear Ease rap? You know you do...hysteric.

Miskha Hallelujah Spring 09 Lookbook
I need to get my hands on the Keep Watch leggings! Alright. Spring is comin! Let's get it!

Ready For The Floor

Alright y'all. I haven't been posting because in true form I forgot the power cord for my computer in another state and didn't have much access to computers for the past few days. Also, I shut off the internet in my place since I'm moving outta Philly at the beginning of January and haven't been there lately. So, the blog will still stay true to the content, but as the primary writer, I will be comin' at ya based in a different area. Plenty of visits will follow, for sure. New year, new moves, same love. So, the past week has been jam packed with friends, holiday parties, Sparks sake bombs, dancing in the best clubs, arm wrestling, and engagements with whisky. Tis the season! So, let's get it in.

FADED
This Friday, December 19, 2008
@ The Green Warehouse
941 N Front Street (Front & Poplar)
BYOB, Late Night, Warehouse Jawn
Doors at 11 PM, $10 Cover before 2AM


Special guests CSS! For just $2!
9pm-3:30am
Transit Nightclub
600 SpringGarden St.
Philadelphia, PA

Both of these parties go pretty late and the rain is going to slow down by nine. Trust. HAVE FUN, BE SAFE!

Oh SNAP

Tonight at the Good Life in Boston.

Deuce Deuce!

OMOI TURNS TWO!
PARTY TIME, EXCELLENT! (Air guitar Wayne and Garth)

This year the celebration with commence with a Gothic Lolita fashion show, from our own, Toni Turner. She's responsible for all of the headbands and hair clips on the main table. This holiday we took inspiration from Yoyogi Park and the Harajuku neighborhood were girls basically just sit pretty and pose for photographs. Ambitious in execution yet delicate and doll-like. A perfect combination for killin' it! Omoi is now carrying Kera magazine! Much more punk, goth, loli than the mags already in stock. Extreme hairstyles, makeup, nails, shoes! A kaleidoscope of fashion!


There will also be light refreshments and 20% off your entire purchase! Perfect time to treat yourself to that Nooka watch you've been eyeing or a pair of handcrafted earrings straight from Japan. There are plenty of items for both men and women, even though Omoi tends to get reputation of being a super girl store. Despite the rep, all of the girls in the store definitely have a tomboy streak in them and therefore stock some BOSS merchandise.

Check the Barbary Coast series by SuperFishal for Upper Playground. Jeremy Fish put together a collection inspired by the hoodlums, harlots and heroes of the Bay Area. It features a sturdy metal cigarette case, a brushed gold lighter, sketchbook, leather belt with brass buckle, and a soft felt fedora. Recently Fish and the illustrious Miss Van co headlined a show at the Fifty24SF Gallery in the Lower Haight section of San Fransisco. Check out pictures from the jam packed show, HERE.

Another dope item for the gift giving folk, Liz calls these, "professional shot ware." HEARD!

So far the bear seems to be the most popular. Personally, I think the rhino needs to come home with me. They retail for $28, and are basically indestructible.

Plenty of rad items. The only way you will know is if ya come in and let us show you around!

A short message from Miss Liz:

Thank you, customers and friends, for a great time! We've learned so much, jammed tons of stuff into a tiny space, featured talented local artists, fought crime, been featured in magazines, stocked ultra-rare collector items without even knowing it (remember the Alex&Chloe Coco Chanel necklace collection and Le Magnifique's "Le Chat" tee?), and best of all - met tons of new people along the way.

DETAILS
Who- OMOI! Hosted by Liz and crew
What- Birthday Party and Fashion Show
When- Thursday December 11th 5-9pm
Where- 1608 Pine Street, Philadelphia, PA

Also, don't forget to keep yourself updated by checking out the BLOG. Add Omoi on Myspace!
Remember when?

VIMBY - Omoi

Alexander Wang Wins CFDA/ Vogue Fashion Fund

Last night Alexander Wang took the coveted prize of 200,00 to grow his business and a year of mentoring. I've said it before and I'll say it again, this kid is confident. For his Spring 08 show, instead of tireless straining over the details of the collection he chartered a bus complete with a stripper pole and partied the night away, because his collection was done a month early. His collections are smart, energetic, and youthful. He approach to stylizing streetwear is aimed at the, well, Meenal Mistry says it best, 'the kind of go-getter who likes to cap off an all-night party with a pickup game at the West 4th Street courts.' Word, mama. That's what I'm talking about. Let's take a look at some choice cuts from Wang's Spring 2009 collection. Followed by a video of the night's events which were hosted by none other than John Galliano and muse Charlize Theron.





John Galliano's closing statement made my day. Check this out.

Breast are a Beatiful thing

With the month of October Being Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Men and Women alike in New York City area doing their share in helping raise both Awareness and Funds to Combat what a great deal of Women in the World are plagued with. So Please if you live in the NYC area come out and show your support, be sure to wear PINK!!



Children Of Da Curb is hosting a Girlstown Party, and in honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, this party is all about PINK. Girlstown host Radio Rose will be on deck, as well as Jasmine Solano and DJ Wild Cat. To show your support, be sure to wear pink!

-G

Rock The Ink

This year Rock The Ink, a music and tattoo lifestyle expo, will set up for three days, October 24th, 25th, and 26th in Providence, Rhode Island at the Dunkin Donuts Center and the Rhode Island Convention Center. The tattoo expo will feature over 100 of the top tattoo artists in the world, fine artists, celebrities, local band competitions, and much more. Some of the guests featured are Ami James and Yoji from Miami Ink, Shawn Barber, Alex Grey, and yes those Rock of Love girls. Some of the bands are scheduled to perform are Killswitch Engage, Saliva, Madball, All That Remains, and Sevendust. Bret Michaels is headlining the final night, just sayin. This is a pretty rad event with a lot going on all three days, check out more of the details here.

Tickets are 37.50 for one day or 77.50 for all three days. You can also purchase a 97.00 VIP pass which is good for one day.

But for real, you had me at Ami James.

Tonight

This is at Temple University. Over in Mitten Hall's Great Court. Starts at 7pm. Performances and fashion from local talent. This flyer and whole theme of this reminds me of the shows I did with the Just B girls in Springfield. I miss those chicks. In fact, they are having an event this Friday. When I get a flyer, I'll post it.
AND THEN...

Tickets are 25 dolla. Starts at 8pm
Get in where ya fit in homeboys and girlz.
xo-
J

Side Notes

Tuesday night Parson's New School of Design will host a cocktail reception for it's graduating class of designers. Senior collections will be on view from 6-9 pm and the event is free and open to the public. The designs will remain on display at Debut and available for purchase until the 29th. Definitely an event to check out if you are in the area.

Also in New York tonight! The Kings of Leon are playing at the Webster Hall. The show is completely sold out. I slept on those tickets! I will have to wait until November 15th to check them at the Electric Factory here in Philly. Bummer.

-J

Quick Fire

-Upper Playground is opening up shop soon in New York. Next door to the Giant Robot gallery which is on E. 9th street between 1st Ave. & Ave. A, in the East Village. yessss

-Lazarides is putting together a group show for two weeks in Manhattan. The cast looks pretty dope.


-Alex Pardee's new book "Awful/Homesick" is available for sale online at zerofriends.com. We will also have it soon at Omoi.


-J

To Do List

Currently at the Jonathan Levine gallery in New York City are new works from Camille Rose Garcia. Her new series of original paintings, drawings, and a site specific installations will be on view until October 4th.

Night of the Sleepwitch
Acrylic, Silver Leaf and Glitter on Panel

More about the show from the website:

Referencing concepts from Snow White, The Matrix, Soylent Green, and Aldous Huxley’s Brave New World, Garcia combines Disney references with paranoid social theories and fatal prophesies about the dangers of detachment in troubled times. Ambien, the sleeping pill, is used as a metaphor for our sedated populace being controlled by corporate empires such as the pharmaceutical industry, while the world crumbles around us. The complacency of our culture and lack of outrage over the current state of affairs (loss of liberties, soaring national debt, and depleting natural resources) form central themes, told in a series of disjointed tableaux, in which the artist describes how “a powerful witch delivers apples poisoned with sleep elixir to the ambien somnambulents, a sleepwalking army of fancy dressed revelers, innocent and content in their dream world of complete denial.” With the absence of sustainable capitalism and renewable energy sources, our self-destructive society sinks deeper into its own demise, controlled by fear and distraction through fantasy propaganda and escapism. World catastrophes both environmental and military, threaten even the most privileged of lives, as over-population and overindulgence lead to an inevitable fate of gloom and global disorder.

Distraction Disorder
Acrylic, Silver Leaf and Glitter on Wood Panel

Upcoming at the Jonathan Levine gallery is Blek le Rat, legendary French artist, and Doze Green, a NY graffiti artist.

"I never really thought about my work going legal," Green says. "I never in my wildest dreams did I think that painting subway trains ... would lead up to galleries and museum shows."- Doze Green
Say word.


The opening reception for that one is Saturday, October 18th 7pm-9pm.

-J

"The Young and The Banging"

Once you start living downtown, it can begin to feel like a big kids high school. It's like never never land, a place where one can stay young forever. The taxis begin to feel like the school buses. The restaurants are like our cafeterias. The bars and clubs are like our school dances and the streets are like our high school hallways!

But if downtown NYC were really a high school, what would it look like and who would the school body be?

Inspired by both the traditional American high school yearbook and Ezra Petronio's book "Bold and Beautiful" of Self Service, THE YOUNG AND THE BANGING is a downtown NYC yearbook that provides a look at almost 200 new faces of todays creative youth through polaroid photography.

A first of its kind, co-created by 15 girls or as PURPLE magazine calls them, "A fascinating NEW GENERATION born into the realms of fashion, art and success." The contributors include local favorites Tracy Antonopoulos, Sage Grazer, Rachel Smith, Philippa Price, Nicole Saldana, Louise Erhard, Laura Gerster, Katia Hakko, Kate Brien, Kathy Lo, Julia Tepper, Dana Veraldi, Carly Mark, Anna Skladmann and Amanda Merten.

We invited them to partner as co-creators to make the book through artistic collaboration. They were asked to highlight the young and creative people around them through Polaroid photography to act as their class photo and given spreads in the book to design in a way that best represented the lifestyle and creativity of those people.

-Heron Preston


Get it here! Get it here!

OK GO

Alex Pardee, Sam Flores, and N8 Van Dyke are painting together in Atlanta, Boston, and Phoenix in which will be sponsored by the Ignite What's Next Series sponsored by Juxtapoz Magazine and Sparks Energy Drink.

Say whaat?! If your in the Northeast area it would be worth your time to make it to Boston. Not only are there festivals all around the state and region but this in and of itself should have you high tailin it to Underground Snowboards on Commonwealth on September 20th. I guess this would be time to post info on all the Oktoberfests and beer releases in NE...

ELECTRIC PUNNAY!!

OK request off from work now people!!! My Girl Jasmine Solano and my Home Boy Melo-X are throwing down Part 4 of what has been a most amazing party in the LES called ELECTRIC PUNNANY!!!!! If you haven't yet attended this party and are currently residing in the NYC area my i suggest you get off your cute bootie and get to it!! Get down with some reggae Hip hop battles between this duo.
Where: SWAY 305 Spring st. NYC
When: Monday Aug. 25th
Time: 10pm-4AM (thats how we roll)
Come early for Complimentary Open Bar thanks to Meyer's Platinum Rum 10-11pm

Come get SWEATY and leave with.......(i'll let you fill that one in yourself)

Chadam Lives

I'm totally going to Comic Con next year. It's this great comic convention in San Diego and dope artists like Alex Pardee and Craola are there signing stuff and releasing exclusive prints and things. So many more amazing people are there it would take me all day to talk about it. I thought about how cool it must have been to be walking around there all weekend, last weekend. I was in New York this past Monday and I made my boss, Liz, stop in Midtown Comics with me. I mean in no way does it compare, but I felt like I owed it to myself to be selfish for a second. We climbed the stairs and I wandered in the two floor store awe until she told me it was time to go. There were tons of books, toys, videos, and of course comics. In fact, they were getting a new shipment in while we were there. Boxes and boxes unloading. I don't really read comics but I appreciate the artwork a whole lot and love books. Fantographic books are awesome. There was a Camille Rose Garcia book, The Magic Bottle, which I have never actually been able to flip through, so I can always find something cool. There, enough. I gotta go. Sorry for the lack of posts. This summer has been quite busy with school and work. I haven't even been to the beach yet!

Check this new Alex Pardee joint. This is the first footage from the 3D animation project he is putting together based on the character, Chadam. It was released at Comic Con and now here it is for all to see. Pardee originally created Chadam for the album artwork he did for In Love and Death, from the band, The Used. Since the creation of the blockheaded character an entire world has been materialized for him. He has amassed quite a following over the years. check check check it yall! Thanks.


Also!

The Otakon Convention is coming up, August 8-10th in Baltimore. It's a celebration of all that is Asian pop culture. I know my girl, Maggie, is going and shes super excited.

Swindle X Zune Arts

A quick copy paste from my email. This is pretty interesting. Check it.

Swindle & Zune Arts present "The Lost Ones"
East Coast Tour

30 Days of Night’s author, Steve Niles, collaborates with illustrators Dr. Revolt, Morning Breath, Kime Buzzelli and Gary Panter to bring you a graphic novel that will challenge what you think about time and space travel.

Duncan, Roxy, Cynthia and Rasheed just want to have a little intergalactic fun. But what starts out as a harmless day of extreme planet jumping turns into a mind-blowing, white-knuckle race for their lives to get back home. Only problem is, home is no longer where they left it. And the alien race, hell-bent on destroying them, isn’t getting any friendlier.

Go cop a FREE copy and get it signed by the artists

Friday - July 18th - 6 PM
Brave New Worlds
45 North 2nd St.
Philadelphia, PA 19106
Artists Present: Steve Niles & Gary Panter

Swindle magazine was created by Shepard Fairey and Roger Gastman. Together they bring thier knowledge and experience in the areas of art, design, publishing, and marketing to the masses. The magazine produces both soft and hard covers of each issue. Swindle unites culture and international influence to bring a fresh point of view. Issue 17 is available now.

Everybody Everywhere

*THIS* Saturday June 28th 10:00am – 5:00pm
At The Starlight Ballroom / Club Polaris
(460 N 9th Street - Just Below 9th and Spring Garden)
All Ages - 21+ To Drink / $3 entry donation / Tables Are Sold Out !

THE SEMI-ANNUAL PUNK ROCK FLEA MARKET – SUMMER EDITION !


It's that time again for the semi-annual (twice a year) PUNK ROCK FLEA MARKET. Our most popular reoccurring event/show/whatever (by far). All proceeds raised will goto the purchase of necessary equipment and supplies to ensure that all ages shows continue to remain a reality at The First Unitarian Church in Philadelphia - mainly the remaining payment for our new liability insurance policy. Do not let the name lead you to believe that it's just punk records, clothes etc. - it's a full on flea market with everything from furniture, to laptops / computers , to stereo equipment, to handmade apparel, to vegan treats, information from various non-profit groups, book stores, artists selling their work, bicycles & skateboards and whatever else we can fit onto the ballroom floor at The Starlight Ballroom.

Ok, so that's the rundown. Check out my homegirl Myles' table! She is a super talented artist currently over at Space 1026. She's got some dope tees stocked. From infant to adult, boys and girls, she's got you. For more of her work and updates on projects her blog is over at,www.momtried.blogspot.com I just saw Myles at a Stussy party at the Ubiq store and she told me that next up this summer is a mural on the first floor of the Walnut street location. Sure to be fire. That store is beautiful.

Miss Myles from Chi-town

Check That Itinerary

A COUPLE OF BLASTS
This one is tonight, Wednesday June 4th

Head over to the G Lounge to celebrate the Webstore launch of this hot boutique in Center City. This is the ONLY spot I go to in Philly for L.A.M.B clothing. A couple of my girls work over there so I know this event is gonna be right. Schooly D will be spinnin and a performance by Aaries will supplement the Echo chic fashion show showcasing Fall 08 trends. Starts at nine. Get it in.

FRIDAY

Speaking of supplements, this just in! Tonight at the Fillmore on South street. Sorry to report but Santogold will not be at the picnic.

If you've been to any of these parties this needs no explanation. Except for the small fact that this one is FREE!!! If your on the list. So get your ass on it, head over to the Barbary to get crazy sweaty, shake your ass, and cap off the night. Definitely get this one in.

LINKS
Echo Chic
The Fillmore
The Barbary
The List for the Tales of Colt 45 party
4am DJ's
Don't say I never did anything for ya

Damn, I am out of town til next week...
Howeva. I cannot complain, Napa valley is stunning and refreshingly serene. I am going to try and get over one of my fears by sitting in a hot air balloon. I can jump out of a plane, but petrified of just chillen up there. I think I am going to look into jumping as soon as I tie up this post.

Engagements With Desire

Click on flyer for an enlarged view to read the information.

Whirlwind

Wow! The past couple of weeks have been crazy busy so I apoligize for the lack of posts. Yes, I'm sure my droves of devout readers are super bummed. However, I am really pscyhed for a show that I have coming up this Saturday in Springfield, MA. Makeup is usually the last thing that artists finalize for a show, yet it is a crucial part to the complete idea. The usual order is wardrobe, hair, then makeup. When designers or stylists put together shows the finalized "look" goes to the the person in front of the makeup chair armed with pigments, creams, glues, lashes, an endless list of products that can transform a face. We can get rid of or add elements to the facial structure with simple strokes of the brush. It's so much fun and I have a great time doing it.

This Saturday Salon Chiala presents Cause and Effect 2008 at the Hippodrome. For the past four years Chiala Marvici has put together a hair/fashion show that benefits charities in the Western Massachusetts area. Chiala is an amazing National Redken Stylist and has a concept salon in downtown Springfield. Believe me, I know, she has done my hair for three years. Her passion for her craft is contagious and I'm excited that she asked me to be apart of it this year. Her team of stylists are fun, cutting edge visionaries that come up with thier own themes for sets down the runway.

This year their are five different sets coming from some of the most energetic people I have ever met. A punk rock urban theme with custom denim done by the fabulous Paul Anthony. Japanese girls are featured in Jaclyn's set. European lounge ladies with smoky eyes have been envisoned by Diana. Stiched up freakish zombie dolls will be followed by flourescent pop barbie dolls are coming from Lisa. Finally, the Queen of the festivities, Chiala, is looking into the future embracing technological textiles and closing the show. I haven't seen the hair styles yet, but I can tell you that the makeup concepts are off the walls and I can't wait. So! Saturday, yes tickets are a little pricey at 40 beans, but it's well worth it. we've got like 90 plus biddies struttin down the runway, drinks, and yea yea photogs...Hope to see you at the show!

Saturday May 10th 2008
Hippodrome
Springfield, MA
contact Salon Chiala for tickets
THE TEAM!

Chiala Marvici

Paul Anthony

Jaclyn Lopes

Lisa Rosenfield

Diana Hunter