Here are some belated photos from Hot Topic’s Valentine’s Day campaign. I had the opportunity to assist with art direction during the photo shoots (the brunettes were shot in my very own apartment) and got to design materials for print that were displayed in all of our stores. More to come.
Once upon a time there was a girl who had 7 invisible horses. People thought she was crazy and that she in fact had 7 imaginary horses, but this was not the case. When autumn came the girl spent a whole day washing all her clothes. She hung them on a string in her garden to let the gentle autumn sun dry them. Out of nowhere, a terrible storm came and its fiercefull winds grabbed a hold of all her clothes and all seven horses. The girl was devestated and spent all autumn looking for each horse spread around the country, wrapped in her clothes.
Story and photography by Ulrika Kestere.
Pearl Jam was nowhere near my top five as a teenager, but I’ve grown to appreciate them much more as I get older, especially over this past year. Last night I watched Pearl Jam Twenty, Cameron Crowe’s documentary on the band. It’s a must-see for awesome people who enjoy watching other awesome people do awesome things. Those same people must also check out Eddie Vedder’s cameo on this season of Portlandia. Genius.
Whether you love or hate her, Taylor Swift’s spread in February’s Vogue is eye candy. Read the article at Vogue. Photography by Mario Testino.
The Kitten Covers — I’m late on this, but I also don’t give a shit (it’s that amazing).
Shit Nobody Says — Thanks, my Fizzy.
Don’t Be A Dick During Meals With Friends
Free online jigsaw puzzles — For when you’re feeling 80 and alone.
My scroll stopped dead at this first image of Amanda Booth modelling for Wildfox’s Daydream tee collection. Stunning light, and I want to eat her hair. Photography by Wildfox co-founder Kimberley Gordon.
Here are some of my favorites from Free People’s January catalog. I love how they juxtaposed New York City to Los Angeles, two cities I often play the pro/con game with. And even though NYC always wins, my heart is gradually warming up to LA.
2011 was full of way too many good things to make me excited for a new year. Justin and I made our first trips to Disneyland, San Francisco, & New York City. Drank lots of craft beer, coffee, & uncovered a love for Indian food. Moved into the best apartment our money can buy. Visited home in Iowa & got to see the set of American Pickers. Fell in love with an unhealthy amount of television shows. And most importantly, we adopted a cat that has no doubt made our lives better (yes, we are those people).
I really can’t imagine 2012 being any better, but at least I can add “Started a blog” to the list.
I think Cat just farted. Gross.
Coincidentally I found the motivation to launch a blog on the first of the year. It must have subconsciously made it on my list of resolutions, right under Stop eating, fatty and Clean your car more often — yes, your coworkers are talking.
I have many interests, none of which I believe I’m particularly exceptional at (my inner critic’s name is Cheeto, and he will show up here regularly). Blogging is just a means to share them with the world, so welcome, and I hope you enjoy watching this thing unfold.
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