I have the hugest crush on the city of New Orleans. I don’t think there is a realer, sexier, more mysterious city in this big wide world. It took me a while to get pick up those Treme DVDs, but since I have I’ve fallen head over heals for every character. Read More
Austin
aka The ATX, the City of Ideas, Silicon Hills
Left My Heart in Treme
Lee | October 17th, 2011
That West Texas Wail
Lee | October 11th, 2011
I just got home from a long drive from Austin to West Texas and back again. It’s a beautiful drive, the kind that gives you ample time and road to mull over all that needs mulling over in your life. Read More
Tavi: Riot Grrl and Media Mogul
Lee | October 10th, 2011
I’ve written about her before, fawning over her preternatural sense of style and irreverent regard for fashion convention, but Social Music Sharing
Lee | October 7th, 2011
I got on the A Rainbow of Bags
Lee | October 6th, 2011
There aren’t many brands I come across that I think offer a totally great product at a reasonable price. Dutch Love
Lee | September 15th, 2011
I just got back from traveling through Europe and I have found Utopia: Holland! I’ve traveled in Europe before but had always avoided the tourist trap party scene in Amsterdam and had in a way written the whole country off. I WAS SO WRONG! Read More
Perfectly Off-Kilter Design
Lee | September 14th, 2011
I’ve been internet stalking the Dutch design house Droog for a while now and was pretty excited to visit the showroom while I was in Amsterdam. Their furniture and gadget designs are as clever and playful as they are sleek and refined. Each design takes a subtle twist on an object as we know it, making us consider more closely the world of objects around us. Read More
Too Twee or not Too Twee?
Lee | September 13th, 2011
That is the question. Miranda July is an extremely divisive figure for a pleasant looking waif of a lady who makes whimsical little movies and stories. She inspires a surprising amount of ire and distaste in many people. Some find her style a bit too twee and naive while others are enthralled by her whimsy. Read More
Muji Makes Me Smile
Lee | September 12th, 2011
White Hot, White Denim
Lee | September 9th, 2011
White Denim, Austin’s own arty garage rock trio came into their own with their latest album. I remember seeing these guys play dusty parking lots and sweaty art openings just a few years ago. Read More
Brunch Culture
Lee | August 1st, 2011
Brunch at La Condesa
On weekends, Austinites roll out of bed at a leisurely hour and head straight for brunch. I have never witnessed a brunch culture so vast a thriving. People spend many slow Saturdays and Sundays relaxing and sipping mimosas at one of many establishments that serve up hearty brunches. The best part is that many more expensive restaurants do inexpensive brunch specials that are just right for the night after you spent all your money on expensive cocktails the night before.
Woody Allen Gems
Lee | July 25th, 2011
Woody Allen and Mia Farrow in Shadows and Fog
Early Woody Allen, or even mid-career Woody Allen, ok anything before 1995, is gold. He’s cliched, he’s predictable, but lord knows I will probably never tire of his awkward, self-deprecating characters in their convoluted love triangles. Everybody loves Annie Hall and Manhattan, and those films are infinitely watchable. There is no telling how many times I will see Annie Hall in this life time. But there are so many dusty gems that just don’t get the appreciation they deserve.
Where is everybody?
Lee | July 21st, 2011
The Return of Modest Sexy
Lee | June 28th, 2011
Minnow Bathers
Hallelujah, it’s sexy to have your booty covered! I am just so pleased to see vintage inspired bathing suits popping up everywhere. Finally, one pieces are alluring, and highwaisted bikinis are cute again! No longer must an adorable, demure vintage lover like myself scour Etsy for the perfect vintage bikini, I have my pick of brands and sizes from dozens of retailers. Hooray!
My Musical Family Crush
Lee | June 24th, 2011
Kate and Anna McGarrigle, Loudon Wainwrigth III, Rufus Wainwright, Martha Wainwright. I am in love with this musical family, every member. The release of the Tell My Sister three disc set of two incredible remastered Kate & Anna McGarrigle albums and a disc of unreleased tracks of b-sides has reminded me how dear these singing sisters and their kin are to my heart.