Here is the post on Craigslist.
The basics:
Sunny studio on 6th ave between Union and President in the best part of Park Slope.
$1500 for Aug 15-Sept 15, dates are flexible.
Here are a bunch of pics:
Wednesday, July 27, 2011
Looking for a NY apartment?
I am subletting mine for Aug-Sept, so please contact me and look no further!
Here is the post on Craigslist.
The basics:
Sunny studio on 6th ave between Union and President in the best part of Park Slope.
$1500 for Aug 15-Sept 15, dates are flexible.
Here are a bunch of pics:
Here is the post on Craigslist.
The basics:
Sunny studio on 6th ave between Union and President in the best part of Park Slope.
$1500 for Aug 15-Sept 15, dates are flexible.
Here are a bunch of pics:
Tuesday, July 26, 2011
Etsy finds of the day
Beautiful detail in this new take on a classic design
I have no idea when someone would need a chopstick holder for this many chopsticks, but it is so pretty. It turns your chopsticks into modern art.
These are simple and industrial but classy.
Your hair looks killer.
Magnetic Nailpolish
$9.90 Magnetic nailpolish
So LCN is coming out with a new kind of nailpolish, which gives you an arty effect without having to have much manual dexterity.
The polish is embedded with tiny metal flakes, and then you hold a magnet over it while it is drying to get the ripples.
You have to buy the magnet separately.
They come in different shapes.
I wonder what would happen if you just used a little refrigerator or rare earth magnet instead.
Do you ever wonder what future archaeologists will think when they find our random crap?
Do you think they would ever figure out what the hell these magnets are for?
Want to know a trade secret from back when I was working as an archaeologist?
Whenever we see weirdo things like this that don't seem to have a purpose, we categorize them as "ceremonial." Then we don't go into any detail about what those ceremonies might have been.
Back to the product:
You have to hold the polish over each nail for 10 seconds while it dries.
That sounds like a a lot of work and I don't think I'd invest in these polishes and magnets unless someone got it for me and I had a long weekend.
Here are some pics of what it looks like when it is done via vampyvarnish:
House Plants
Having plants in your house
1. makes you look like a grown up
2. proves that you can keep something alive
3. improves air quality
4. is pretty
I have a loooot of house plants, but these are my favorite varieties that can do ok with indirect window light and not die all over the place.
$12.99 ZZ plant
These aren't really that rare and they don't do much, but it is fun because all of a sudden you'll see a long new growth and then it will unfurl sideways into leaves.
$5.99 Aloe
I got my aloe in the mail from an internet friend whose plant had too many babies, and it's been growing like gangbusters.
I've replanted 4 of its babies so far and given a few away.
Healthiest, easiest plant in the world to grow.
Also, I forgot I didn't have any more lotion when I got a sunburn, and just used the goo straight from my plant's leaves.
In the glass studio where I learned to solder, we had tons of aloe plants to use for all the accidentally burned students.
$9.99 Christmas cactus (zygocactus)Yeah, I am Jewish and I have a Christmas cactus, but I think mine actually converted with me because it always blooms early, at Chanukah instead of Christmas.
Mine is hot pink. For most of the year, it just looks like a whatever boring houseplant. Then when it starts to bloom, you just can't believe how many flowers it has- it looks like hawaiian fireworks or something!
$12.99 Purple Passion plant
For a while at my first real office job, I wanted only fuzzy plants. I would pet them and call them my "friends." I think it was some sort of adjustment period. Don't judge me.
Anyway, most of my friends died, but my purple passion is still going.
It's a vine, so it gets really leggy. When it does, though, I just cut off the top part right below a leaf node and replant that piece, and then you have two shorter plants. Works surprisingly well.
When the leaves are younger, they are more fuzzy and purple.
$12.99 Snake plant
These mofos are totally unkillable.
I saw a discarded one with only 1 leaf on the street, brought it home thinking it might be an orchid, and then it recovered and is a totally healthy snake plant. Oh well.
House plants I dont like:
Jade plants
Spider plants
Pothos
Bamboo
I can't really explain why, but I think they are trashy and pedestrian. Like the equivalent of a college student's Escher poster. I would normally include snake plants in that list too, but I have one now so I should start liking it more.
1. makes you look like a grown up
2. proves that you can keep something alive
3. improves air quality
4. is pretty
I have a loooot of house plants, but these are my favorite varieties that can do ok with indirect window light and not die all over the place.
These aren't really that rare and they don't do much, but it is fun because all of a sudden you'll see a long new growth and then it will unfurl sideways into leaves.
I got my aloe in the mail from an internet friend whose plant had too many babies, and it's been growing like gangbusters.
I've replanted 4 of its babies so far and given a few away.
Healthiest, easiest plant in the world to grow.
Also, I forgot I didn't have any more lotion when I got a sunburn, and just used the goo straight from my plant's leaves.
In the glass studio where I learned to solder, we had tons of aloe plants to use for all the accidentally burned students.
Mine is hot pink. For most of the year, it just looks like a whatever boring houseplant. Then when it starts to bloom, you just can't believe how many flowers it has- it looks like hawaiian fireworks or something!
For a while at my first real office job, I wanted only fuzzy plants. I would pet them and call them my "friends." I think it was some sort of adjustment period. Don't judge me.
Anyway, most of my friends died, but my purple passion is still going.
It's a vine, so it gets really leggy. When it does, though, I just cut off the top part right below a leaf node and replant that piece, and then you have two shorter plants. Works surprisingly well.
When the leaves are younger, they are more fuzzy and purple.
These mofos are totally unkillable.
I saw a discarded one with only 1 leaf on the street, brought it home thinking it might be an orchid, and then it recovered and is a totally healthy snake plant. Oh well.
House plants I dont like:
Jade plants
Spider plants
Pothos
Bamboo
I can't really explain why, but I think they are trashy and pedestrian. Like the equivalent of a college student's Escher poster. I would normally include snake plants in that list too, but I have one now so I should start liking it more.
What Walking In Heels Does
Most women know that wearing high heels makes their legs look longer and more shapely, but it also affects your stance and gait.
I thought this article about the physics behind the shift in your body when you wear heels was really interesting.
Basically, you have to arch your back more to maintain your balance, which makes your T&A thrust out, your hips sway more, and your steps get shorter.
I thought this article about the physics behind the shift in your body when you wear heels was really interesting.
Basically, you have to arch your back more to maintain your balance, which makes your T&A thrust out, your hips sway more, and your steps get shorter.
Monday, July 25, 2011
Macbook Air Sleeves and Cases
I am going to be getting a new mac for work soon, and I am hoping against hope that it will be a Macbook Air.
Let's pretend I am getting one.
I'm going to need to put it in something to protect it!
Sometimes you just want a sleeve, which lets you put the computer into a larger bag without damaging it, and sometimes you want a whole case to carry your computer, charger, mouse, and accoutrements.
Since I already have a pretty light case, I am hoping to get a sleeve that I can put in the larger case when I need to travel with both.
$28.44 LA Robe Allure for Macbook Air
Fun and stripey.
$9.98 Belkin vertical sleeve
Futuristic and also comes with removable strap so when you want to use this as a bag, you can.
$79.99 Twelve south BookBook Hardback Leather
This makes your shiny new piece of technology look like your grandfather's diary.
$29 SFBags Waterfield Suede sleeve
Time to slim down? This is the thinnest case for the thinnest computer. Not sure if it has quite the amount of padding I require to feel safe throwing an expensive laptop around in, but looks awesome.
Let's pretend I am getting one.
I'm going to need to put it in something to protect it!
Sometimes you just want a sleeve, which lets you put the computer into a larger bag without damaging it, and sometimes you want a whole case to carry your computer, charger, mouse, and accoutrements.
Since I already have a pretty light case, I am hoping to get a sleeve that I can put in the larger case when I need to travel with both.
Fun and stripey.
Futuristic and also comes with removable strap so when you want to use this as a bag, you can.
This makes your shiny new piece of technology look like your grandfather's diary.
Time to slim down? This is the thinnest case for the thinnest computer. Not sure if it has quite the amount of padding I require to feel safe throwing an expensive laptop around in, but looks awesome.
Kling: A Chic Spanish Brand
When I was in Sevilla this summer, I stopped into a great shop that carried dresses by Kling.
I'd never heard of the brand but liked a lot of their stuff, so I took a card and promptly forgot about it.
Until today!
Kling has a great and easy-to-use website, in English for people who can only say "burrito" and "ole."
They even have a cool vintage section.
Here are some of my picks:
Note- the dresses are short short short, so plan on them for weekend or party wear and less for office style.
$35.82 (24.95 Euro) Dalston Dress
Chic colorblocking. The two layer skirt is flirty and allows you to wear the semi-sheer material without showing off your undies.
$57.35 (39.95 Euro) Minidress Knit Bow
Someone like me would call this a SWEATER. But I guess if you are a sexy Spanish girl wearing large-gauge fishnets, then this is a dress.
$35.75 (24.90 Euro) Love Me dress and short
Almost no one in the world can pull off this dress and bloomers combo, but I would like to see more people try because it is so damn cute.
$51.54 (35.90 Euro) Vincent Dress
OMG just kill me. These bows are adorable.
$51.54 (35.90 Euro) Bagley Dress
I love how this looks retro but doesn't smell all weird.
$28.57 (19.90 Euro) Light Blue Oxford
These are are the perfect Summer to Fall shoes that will help you transition from rompers and light dresses to tights and skirts.
$35.82 (24.95 Euro) Cork Platform wedge shoes
The platform on these will make them seem more flat and easy to walk in, and the ankle strap will ensure that you won't fall out.
$35.82 (24.95 Euro) Lady Shoe
These would be perfect to wear with any vintage sundress.
$28.57 (19.90 Euro) Evans Swimsuit
Flattering chevrons and halter top, with a small peek-a-boo hole in front. This would create some great tan lines. (ps wear sunblock)
Seriously, though, please go check out the site. There are so many pretty things there.
I'd never heard of the brand but liked a lot of their stuff, so I took a card and promptly forgot about it.
Until today!
Kling has a great and easy-to-use website, in English for people who can only say "burrito" and "ole."
They even have a cool vintage section.
Here are some of my picks:
Note- the dresses are short short short, so plan on them for weekend or party wear and less for office style.
Chic colorblocking. The two layer skirt is flirty and allows you to wear the semi-sheer material without showing off your undies.
Someone like me would call this a SWEATER. But I guess if you are a sexy Spanish girl wearing large-gauge fishnets, then this is a dress.
Almost no one in the world can pull off this dress and bloomers combo, but I would like to see more people try because it is so damn cute.
OMG just kill me. These bows are adorable.
I love how this looks retro but doesn't smell all weird.
These are are the perfect Summer to Fall shoes that will help you transition from rompers and light dresses to tights and skirts.
The platform on these will make them seem more flat and easy to walk in, and the ankle strap will ensure that you won't fall out.
These would be perfect to wear with any vintage sundress.
Flattering chevrons and halter top, with a small peek-a-boo hole in front. This would create some great tan lines. (ps wear sunblock)
Seriously, though, please go check out the site. There are so many pretty things there.
Etsy Finds of the Day: DIY Kits
One thing I like about Etsy is that it is not only for purchasing handmade things from other people; it also allows you to make things yourself.
Here are some fun DIY Kits:
$50 Deluxe DIY Cheese Kit
This starter kit teaches you how to make mozzarella, chevre, queso blanco, and paneer.
$30 DIY Feather hair extension kit
Comes with 5 feathers and crimp beads so you can put fun things on your head. I like the natural colors that almost blend with your hair but then you realize something weird is up.
$30 DIY Terrarium Kit
Moss, stones, charcoal, and a cute little mushroom that you can put in any jar you want.
$26 Glass Coaster kit
You can use pressed leaves or flowers, photos, magazine cutouts, wallpaper, gift wrap- basically anything flat- and make your own custom coasters.
$25 Hair Bow Kit
When I was 8 I would have flipped out for this. It would still be fun to play with, you know, with someone I was babysitting for.... yeah.
Here are some fun DIY Kits:
This starter kit teaches you how to make mozzarella, chevre, queso blanco, and paneer.
Comes with 5 feathers and crimp beads so you can put fun things on your head. I like the natural colors that almost blend with your hair but then you realize something weird is up.
Moss, stones, charcoal, and a cute little mushroom that you can put in any jar you want.
You can use pressed leaves or flowers, photos, magazine cutouts, wallpaper, gift wrap- basically anything flat- and make your own custom coasters.
When I was 8 I would have flipped out for this. It would still be fun to play with, you know, with someone I was babysitting for.... yeah.
Green Sandals
Recently, I've been getting a lot of use out of my green wedges, so I thought I'd spread the love.
$138.60 Lilly Pulitzer Picture Perfect Espadrille
The nice piping and covered wedge make a real statement.
$35.90 Annie Sunup
Easy for everyday walking.
$65.53 Nine West Blanca
So high! Pretend you are a supermodel and reach the top shelves in these.
$69 Bandolino Moderngirl
I like the cork mixed with the crocodile print leather.
The nice piping and covered wedge make a real statement.
Easy for everyday walking.
So high! Pretend you are a supermodel and reach the top shelves in these.
I like the cork mixed with the crocodile print leather.
Friday, July 22, 2011
10 Mistakes Men Make
I mean, there are a lot, amirite ladiez?
But we are here to talk about fashion mistakes.
Here are a few that I am seeing around town and wish I wasn't.
1. Sleeves Too Short
Sleeves should hang down, like towards the ground. If your tee shirt sleeves are sticking out like wings, you need longer sleeves or a bigger shirt overall. When sleeves are too short like this, your arms look girly and puny in a bad way, no matter how big your muscles are.
2. Shirt too tight
If you see any horizontal folds in your shirt, that means it is stretching too much and you need to size up. Horizontal lines across the chest are especially bad because it can make you look like you have manboobs.
3. Too much V neck
AAARRRGH
Cleavage isn't attractive on dudes. Sorry. Doesn't matter if you're skinny or fat, bare or hairy. We don't need to see this and we would like you to put on a real shirt.
5. Shorts too long
Hey guess what? When you cover your knees like that, you look like a toddler or a Flintstone. You are shortening your whole stature and making your legs into miniature stumps. It looks like you are all butt and skinny ankle. Stop it. Get shorts that end at the knee.
Let's not even go into man capris.
6. Pants too "fun"
I get it, there isn't that much variation in what men can wear day-to-day, and if you are a guy who likes clothes, you want to stand out and have people notice your clothes. But this is not the way. I am sorry, but you can't have fun with your pants.
You have to stick with solids or maybe seersucker or pinstripe or subtle checks, but you can't do the pattern thing or the acid wash thing or the tie-dye thing or the rhinestone thing. Otherwise you look like a clown.
If you want to have fun and show your crazy fashion edge, do it with your shoes.
7. Baggy Crotch
We all know you don't need that much "room."
You just look disproportionate and creepy.
8. Black or White Athletic Sneakers
Leave these at home. All black makes you look like a theater nerd who only gets to work the lighting on Mondays, and all white makes you look like the guy who can only talk to people about math.
You can wear black or white sneakers, but they have to be the fashion kind, not the athletic kind.
Here are some ok ones:
Do those instead.
9. Profanity on tee shirts
Even when the shirt doesn't actually say a swear, it is still really stupid. Do you think you look tough?
Honestly, I think I would expand this to "no writing on tee shirts at all" unless it's one word, smart, or related to a band. Whatever it is, it is not at witty as you think it is and it is turning people off.
10. Velcro Shoes
Be a big boy and ditch the Tevas unless you are white water rafting. Velcro has no place on the street or a grown man's feet. There are plenty of grown-up men's sandals that aren't going to bite you.
But we are here to talk about fashion mistakes.
Here are a few that I am seeing around town and wish I wasn't.
1. Sleeves Too Short
2. Shirt too tight
If you see any horizontal folds in your shirt, that means it is stretching too much and you need to size up. Horizontal lines across the chest are especially bad because it can make you look like you have manboobs.
3. Too much V neck
Cleavage isn't attractive on dudes. Sorry. Doesn't matter if you're skinny or fat, bare or hairy. We don't need to see this and we would like you to put on a real shirt.
5. Shorts too long
Let's not even go into man capris.
6. Pants too "fun"
I get it, there isn't that much variation in what men can wear day-to-day, and if you are a guy who likes clothes, you want to stand out and have people notice your clothes. But this is not the way. I am sorry, but you can't have fun with your pants.
You have to stick with solids or maybe seersucker or pinstripe or subtle checks, but you can't do the pattern thing or the acid wash thing or the tie-dye thing or the rhinestone thing. Otherwise you look like a clown.
If you want to have fun and show your crazy fashion edge, do it with your shoes.
7. Baggy Crotch
We all know you don't need that much "room."
You just look disproportionate and creepy.
8. Black or White Athletic Sneakers
Leave these at home. All black makes you look like a theater nerd who only gets to work the lighting on Mondays, and all white makes you look like the guy who can only talk to people about math.
You can wear black or white sneakers, but they have to be the fashion kind, not the athletic kind.
Here are some ok ones:
9. Profanity on tee shirts
Honestly, I think I would expand this to "no writing on tee shirts at all" unless it's one word, smart, or related to a band. Whatever it is, it is not at witty as you think it is and it is turning people off.
10. Velcro Shoes
Be a big boy and ditch the Tevas unless you are white water rafting. Velcro has no place on the street or a grown man's feet. There are plenty of grown-up men's sandals that aren't going to bite you.
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