New York State of Mind

 

Headed to NYC for the weekend. I've listed the things I'm most excited to do on this trip in case any of you fabulous people will be there in the near future and want to check out...

Rooftop Drinks at the Gansevoort. Gansevoort (where I'm staying as well) has a rooftop bar with views of the Hudson River and entire city. It was recently listed as one of the top 5 Rooftop destinations in the entire world. Plunge at Gansevoort

Blow out at Blow NY.  Apparently it's THE BEST BLOW OUT EVER (thanks kelly)! Blow NY

F*CK ART. A Street Art Occupation at the Museum of Sex.

Lunch at Eataly. So excited. Have yet to go there but I have heard wonderful things about Mario Batali's Eataly. To this day Batali's Babbo is still one of the best meals I've ever had. Eataly NY

Bingo at the Standard Hotel. I love a good Sunday Funday. Bingo at the Standard on Sunday (food and drink included)  involves table dancing and guest's screaming "MORE BALLS"! AWESOME.

Willis Earl Beal. Willis is one of my new favorite artists this year and he will be playing at the Mercury Lounge Sunday night. Check out this fantastic GQ article with Willis. (video included)

Dinner at Stanton Social. Still one of my favorite spots in the L.E.S. A trip to NY wouldn't be complete without it their Chicken and Waffles. Stanton Social

Walk the High Line. The High Line is a public park built on an historic freight rail line elevated above the streets on Manhattan's West Side. I love it there. The High Line

Keith Haring exhibit at Brooklyn Museum. Haring's street art became a fixture in NYC in late 70's early 80's popping up in subways, Soho and the East Village. For more info: Keith Haring Exhibit

More posts when I get to the city!! 

Yours,

Juli  

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Street Style SXSW

Just got back from SX and wanted to share some of the latest styles I saw on the streets. Some styles were a bit over the top but certain trends can be toned down a bit and incorporated into your every day wardrobe. Major trends this year were colored denim, maxi skirts, mixed patters and vests... lots of vests. 

The vintage shopping in Austin is out of control. I wish I would have had more time to scour through all the treasures. My favorite purchase of the trip was this AMAZING vintage sequin butterfly top! Now if only I had some place to wear this bad boy... maybe in NYC next weekend?!

Gotta get going. More later this week. :) 

Yours,

Juli

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Southwest Style

I'm feeling very inspired by all things southwestern. I thought I'd share a few of my latest obsessions.


            

1. Nasty Gal Aztec Necklace 2. Stone Cold Fox Pallenberg Dress 3. Spell Lioness Dream Catcher

                                  

4. Nasty Gal Veracruz Dress 5. Urban Outfitters SW Medallion Tapestry 6. Spell Arrow Earrings   

7. Express Sequin Mini             8. Alexis Bittar Navajo Bracelet                 9. Society6  Iphone Case

 

10. Etsy Southwest Doggie Coat 11.Cynthia Vincent Naomi Wedge 12. Spanish Moss Big Sky Throw

My last road trip West. Missing those beautiful mountains. 

Lastly, this just came on Pandora. Seemed kinda fitting so I'm sharing...plus it's just a badass song.  Poison - Every Rose Has Its Thorn

Yours, 

Juli

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SXSW PART 2

Yesterday I gave y'all the first half of my list of top ten bands I can't wait to see at SXSW. Today I'll give you the second half (again in no particular order). 

1. Gary Clark Jr.  This local 28 year old Austin native's guitar playing skills will BLOW YOUR MIND. I can't even handle it. Just listen. And then listen again. Is he for real? 

FYI: Mayor of Austin, Kirk Watson, proclaimed May 3rd 2001 Gary Clark Jr. Day. Gary was 17 at the time. 

2. Of Monsters and Men A six piece indie folk band from Iceland that will have you dancing in your seat. Their catchy sing-a-long tunes are infectious. CAN NOT WAIT to see them live. The band has been compared to Mumford and Sons, Edward Sharp and Arcade Fire. Listen to "Little Talks" below.

 FYI: Of Monsters and Men has only been to the States two times. They begin their first ever North American tour this March at SXSW. 

3. Polica  (pronounced POE-LISA) This Minneapolis quartet is one of this year's most buzzed about bands at SX. Lead singer Channy Leaneagh says the group was formed to "escape to a different reality" and that's exactly how the album makes me feel. "Give You the Ghost" is their debut album... listen to it entirely. You won't be disappointed. Oh and the drums. They are rad. 

FYI: Justin Vernon (Bon Iver) was quoted telling Rolling Stone magazine after his grammy win this year that "Polica is the best band he has ever heard". Wowza. 

4. Delta Spirit These boys make me get that warm tingly feeling. Plus it doesn't hurt that there is a banjo, harmonica and tambourine involved in loads of their tracks. It was harder for me to pick one of their tracks to show y'all then it was narrowing down all the bands at SX into my top ten list. 

FYI: I'm sneaking in an extra video here. chills. 

5. CHARLI XCX  Currently touring with the Sleigh Bells this 19 year old Londoner is BADASS. Synths and cymbals are totally my thing so I was immediately hooked. Stoked on catching her live...apparently she's got moves like Jagger. I love the live clip below and if you enjoy make sure to check out the video for "Nuclear Seasons". Totes Amaze. 

FYI: Charlotte ( her real name) started her first band when she was 7 and used to bully her friends into imitating the Spice Girls with her.

Ok so I'm cheating again and including a bonus band. I just can't shake the sound of these guys. It took me a while but after listening to their tracks a few times I couldn't help but pressing repeat. It's such a unique sound. Very 70's vibe to me. I have to post two videos so you can really get a feel for them... Enjoy "Seer" but don't skip "I'm here now". It's seriously one of the most mesmerizing and beautiful tracks I've heard in a long time. You won't regret. Motopony. Boom.





Ok well there you have it. My top ten (twelve) must see bands at this years SXSW. Hope y'all enjoy.

Yours,
Juli

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Actor John Abraham out on bail of Rs 20,000

We had reported that John Abraham might have to spend fifteen days in custody, following rash driving and negligent driving in 2006. However, the Bombay High Court released the actor on bail of Rs 20,000.

John’s rash driving caused injury to two persons, following which he was convicted by the

Metropolitan Magistrate Court

at Bandra.

On October 14, 2010, the actor was sentenced to a 15-day jail term. He was granted bail the same day.

The 39-year-old model-turned-actor is currently promoting his first production project ‘Vicky Donor’, a film about sperm donors

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The dietitian has a tough time tackling Sonam Kapoor

Bollywood fashionista Sonam Kapoor, is a big time foodie. She merely can’t resist food. Her life revolves around it.

“My whole life revolves around food. While having breakfast I think what I should have for lunch while having lunch I think what I should eat for dinner,” Sonam said. The actress unveiled “Wassup! Andheri”, a three-day art and entertainment festival in the Andheri suburb.

This alluring Punjabi kudi loves to feed people. She told, “I am a Punjabi and the whole point is I love feeding people and I love getting fed.”

Sonam before joing films weighed 80 Kgs. She had to shed oodles of it before she starred in Sanjay Leela Bhansli’s “Saawariyan”.

It is heard that her dietitian has a tough time tackling Sonam.

“My dietician has been working on me for quite some time and she has been unsuccessful,” the 26-year-old told.

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Dabangg actress Sonakshi Sinha Spotted at Grand Hyatt Hotel

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