Portland

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Cold Souls and The Invention of Lying

Sage | March 11th, 2010

This is a still from ‘The Invention of Lying.” The basic plot is that Ricky Gervais’ character is the only one capable of lying in his community, and presumably the world. Everything he says is believed to be true because lying doesn’t exist. He uses this oddity to benefit himself in a few ways, struggles with explaining the way the world was creating in self-serving terms, and perserveres to date the beautiful Jennifer, much to Rob [Lowe's] chagrin. I didn’t expect to like this movie, but I did.   Read More

Lacy Crocheted Ladies

Sage | March 10th, 2010

This dress basically sums up what I want to wear every day. Lacy, crocheted, fancy and girly, while being loose, comfortable Read More

I’m Henry VIII I am, I am!

Sage | March 9th, 2010

I may be late in the game, but I just recently got into the show ‘the Tudors’ on Showtime. Jonathan Rys Meyers stars as the brutish, arrogant and forceful young King Henry, and the semi-historically accurate [with some passionate fiction thrown in] show is now taking over all my damn free time, of which there is precious little already. Read More

New Party Tunes by The Kills slightly confusing

Sage | March 6th, 2010

While this new Kills album is a great party mix-up, and obviously this duo has been working very hard, at first I was confused by the ‘new sound’. Maybe they’ve progressed, but when I first heard it, I was confused that it was the Kills Read More

Everybody is Kookoo…at Pee-Wee’s Playhouse!!

Sage | March 5th, 2010

I have recently rediscovered one of my first loves, Pee Wee Herman. Sigh. A dear friend recently sent me every last episode, including the Christmas special starring Grace Jones. If you haven’t watched the series in your adult life but remember loving it, I guarantee revisiting it is worth it. I now believe it to be even more genius than when I was a child! Read More

Selleck Waterfall Sandwich!

Sage | March 4th, 2010

Someone decided to take their multiple loves, Tom Selleck, sandwiches, and waterfalls, and decided to make it into a photo montage web page. It’s hilarious and amazing. For more of the same, go to selleckwaterfallsandwich.tumblr.com

I Like It When You Call Me Big Poppa

Sage | March 2nd, 2010

I was excited to see the movie Notorious, a biography about Biggie Smalls, even before I remembered how much I love the music! This movie chronicles Chris Wallace [Notorious B.I.G.], his early career trials and romantic pursuits, including wife Faith Evans, and mistress Lil’ Kim. Read More

Stumptown Coffee Makes Me Functional EVERY Morning

Sage | March 2nd, 2010

This is the Fabulous Ace Hotel location of one of many Stumptown coffee chains in Portland and Seattle. Locally roasted, it’s among the most delicious coffee I have had, both locally and internationally! Staffed with capable, sweet and sincere people, this place makes my pre-work mornings bearable. :) Try Stumptown, you’ll be a dedicated follower. Read More

New music from Jenny Wilson Rules!

Sage | February 27th, 2010

Here’s a pic of the awesome, catchy and talented Jenny Wilson…she rocks! With a voice like a cross between Luz Elena Mendoza [of brilliant Portland based band Y La Bamba] and Santogold, her beats and song structures reverberate inside your head Read More

Feminine, fancy hats and headbands

Sage | February 26th, 2010

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I am happy to see hats, headbands, fancy and lacy bobby pins, and twenties-inspired headbands are in the mix again. As someone who LOVES girly accessories, as well as always wanting to make my short hair more exciting, it’s fun to be able to find more stuff like this readily available in even guilty-pleasure stores, like Forever 21… Read More

I LOVE Flight Of The Conchords

Sage | February 24th, 2010

Who wouldn’t love these guys? Look at ‘em? Supremely lovable, very funny and musical, Flight Of The Conchords never fail to make me laugh with their musical storytelling, wit, and deadpan humor. Dreamy! I wish I could hang out with these guys… I really do. Read More

Public is the New Private in Relationships

Sage | February 23rd, 2010

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Ever feel like your life and relationship are more public than private? Arin Crumley and Susan Buice took this idea quite literally.  Documentation, art, ideas and conceptualization blend in the series “Four-Eyed Monsters”, about the lives and details of the romantic relationship between the two, and full feature film of the same name. Read More

Rest In Peace, Alexander McQueen

Sage | February 22nd, 2010

This is a still from the fantastic, legendary and well-loved artist and fashion designer Alexander McQueen. Recently he took his own life, leaving millions of fashionistas and fans devastated that someone so talented would choose to end his own life. McQueen’s take on fashion, art, the ideas and directions he manifested were unique and breathtaking. Read More

Xtabay is Heavenly for Vintage Fashion

Sage | February 19th, 2010

This is a beautiful bridal gown for sale at Xtabay Vintage in SE Portland. With an incredible vintage inventory, bright, warm and welcoming store, adorable Pomeranian named Gabe attached to owner Liz Gross’ hip, and fantastic variety of local designer’s wedding dresses, you will want to shop in this store for hours. Liz finds the most impeccable and perfect vintage herself, and runs a MySpace, Facebook, and Blogspot page for the business.   Read More

Magpie Vintage! Mint Clothes, Sweet People!

Sage | February 8th, 2010

Open every day except Sunday, from noon until seven, you’re bound to find some rare vintage treasure you simply cannot live without at Magpie Vinatge. Rest assured that this vintage palace takes good care to bring you the very best vintage that has all lovingly been washed, mended, dry cleaned, steamed, and methodically tagged by era Read More