No matter where I end up after I graduate or even long after I graduate, I will always have so much hometown pride for the music that comes out of Seattle. I don’t want to say some bold statement like, “I LOVE ALL SEATTLE MUSICIANS RAWR RAWR,” because I don’t, but I do love more than just a handful. The Head and The Heart is just one of those bands. These guys have blown up so quickly within the last year in a half snagging themselves slots on major music festivals, performing on late night television shows, and being named the band to watch out for from a number of places. Today they just release their new music video for “Down in the Valley.” Enjoy!
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VueSociety & Yow Yow! Collaboration
Good morning readers!
I am so excited to share some news with you today – one that includes a giveaway and promos! A few years back, I was introduced to a blog called VueSociety covering news in fashion and style from over on the Eastside. I’ve been a fan ever since. Today, the blog has been transformed into VueSociety – a full-fledged online boutique showcasing some incredible up-and-comers in the fashion industry. The pieces highlighted in the boutique are beautiful. So let’s show both the designers and Rachel, owner of VueSociety our support!
Giveaway!
VueSociety and Yow Yow believe these dresses would be a great fit for your Valentine’s Day plans. Tell us what you are doing for Valentine’s Day this year in a comment below by Wednesday, February 8th and one winner at random will receive a $25 gift voucher to VueSociety sent to them!
Promotions!
VueSociety is currently holding a promo for Blaque Label sequin dresses(like the one you see above). Snag yours from now until February 10th for $20 off the original price. To read more information, click here. If you order something by the 10th, it will arrive just in time for Valentine’s Day.
Kaleidoscope Vision Review:
On a whim, I decided to stop by Kaleidoscope Vision yesterday evening for their grand opening party and was blown away by its beauty and simplicity. The space was completely transformed from when Atlas had lived there. Instead Kaleidoscope Vision utilized their large space leaving it open in the middle and having just a few racks of vintage clothing to peruse through. Around here, thrift stores like Value Village, Crossroads, or even Red Light overwhelm me because there is such a wide selection. It takes forever to go through them, but Kaleidoscope Vision’s approach was much easier to handle.
Each monthly showcase centers around an ever-changing and evolving mood, with inspiration taken from a multitude of sources including, but not limited to, anthropological studies of native peoples, alternate realities, teenagers, the natural world and the infinitely mysterious beauty of the cosmos.
Last night I learned from a friend that every month, Kaleidoscope Vision will display a new theme for their items. At the end of the month, all of the items not sold in the store will go online to be sold and then a new theme will take its place. This shop is definitely worth checking out so if you’ve got some free time today studying from midterms (and it’s a beautiful day out!) head on over to 10th between Pike and Union.
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Out on the Town: 2/3
A new vintage shop has moved into the beloved space where my favorite thrift store, Atlas, used to live. Tonight – Kaleidoscope Vision will be celebrating their grand opening with a party! Sounds like fun!
The store will house vintage clothing, books, art pieces, antiques, and little trinkets. Home decor stuff? I hope so!
Click here for more pictures of the lovely shop set to open this evening and will hopefully be with us for a very long time. I can’t wait to stop by!
This Is Why I Love Jeopardy
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Sasquatch 2012 Lineup Revealed
Oh I’ve been waiting all day for this because this year…THIS YEAR I will be attending Sasquatch. I decided earlier this week that it was just unacceptable for me to pass up on the festival especially since it’s the one festival that I haven’t been to in Washington – well the only one that matters anyway.
Jack White, Beck, Bon Iver, Pretty Lights, Tenacious D, The Shins, Beirut, Girl Talk, The Roots, The Head & The Heart, Portlandia, Feist, Silversun Pickups, Metric, Explosions In The Sky, The Joy Formidable, Mogwai, Nero (DJ), M. Ward, John Reilly & Friends, Childish Gambino, St. Vincent, The Civil Wars, Jamey Johnson, Little Dragon, Tune-Yards, Wild Flag, Blind Pilot, Wolfgang Gartner, Beats Antique, Apparat, The Walkmen, Clap Your Hands Say Yeah, Mark Lanegan Band, Spiritualized, Blitzen Trapper, The Cave Singers, Shabazz Palaces, Fun., Grouplove, Tycho, Sbtrkt, Strfkr, Ted Leo and the Pharmacists, Deer Tick, Imelda May, Alabama Shakes, Dum Dum Girls, The Helio Sequence, Kurt Vile, Cloud Cult, We Are Augustines, Ben Howard, Here We Go Magic, Zola Jesus, The War On Drugs, Shearwater, Cass McCombs, Active Child, Trampled By Turtles, Charles Bradley & His Extraordinaires, Araabmuzik, Star Slinger, L.A. Riots, Com Truise, Unknown Mortal Orchestra, I Break Horses, Walk The Moon, Dry The River, Allen Stone, Pickwick, Hey Marseilles, Gary Clark Jr., Purity Ring, Electric Guest, Yellow Ostrich, Nobody Beats The Drum, Coeur De Pirate, Lord Huron, Sallie Ford & The Sound Outside, Beat Connection, The Sheepdogs, Hey Rosetta!, Said The Whale, Howlin Rain, Gardens & Villa, Felix Cartal, Craft Spells, Vintage Trouble, Poor Moon, Black Whales, Gold Leaves, Greylag, Awesome Tapes From Africa
Thee Satisfaction, Dyme Def, Fresh Espresso, The Physics, Sol, Metal Chocolates, Grynch, Spac3man, Don’t Talk To The Cops, Scribes, Fatal Lucciauno, Fly Moon Royalty, Katie Kate
Update: I didn’t include comedy because let’s be real – you go for the tunes.
Or you can view the entire lineup in vimeo form! It’s just more fun this way.
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Bye Bye Flora and Henri
Earlier this morning, Capitol Hill Seattle reported that Flora and Henri would be closing their doors on January 31, 2012. Flora and Henri is a children’s boutique located on 11th and Pine. While I never had a reason to shop there, that has never actually stopped me from stepping inside for a visit to swoon at all of the adorable little pieces.
I’m actually really sad to hear them go especially because they’ve had such a presence on how I’ve viewed the Capitol Hill neighborhood since I’ve lived here. They’ve always been next to Molly Moon’s and it’s the shop that I get to walk by on my way to the park. Additionally, I’ve gotten to introduce the boutique to Gelesia and my friends and I were once accused of eating the ice cream of other kids outside of the boutique.
That never happened, I swear. It was a very bizarre story.
Flora and Henri will continue to operate out of their studio downtown and assist customers through appointments.
You’ll be missed!
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Out on the Town: 1/26
With Valentine’s Day just around the corner, Cupcake Royale has already started to roll out the infamous Deathcake. Tomorrow, at every location, they will be holding a tasting party from 5-7PM . At each shop, the Deathcake will include local libations and Capitol Hill’s very own Stumptown Coffee. The entire event is free!
For more details, click here.
In the News…
Fashion
photo cred | Fashionista
- Kate Moss is the new face for Mango! [Source]
- The nominees for the 2012 Bloglovin’ Awards have been revealed. [Source]
- Alexa Chung will take on the role as creative director for Superga’s next campaign. [Source]
- Celine will not be showing at Fashion Week this year because Phoebe Philo is taking time off for her pregnancy. [Source]
- Victoria’s Secret is launching their new high-end lingerie line, “The Victoria’s Secret Designer Collection.” Some pieces were even featured in last year’s fashion show. [Source]
- Karl Lagerfeld’s capsule collection will debut tomorrow on Net-A-Porter. [Source]
Music
- Prefix reveals their list of 100 Most Anticipated Albums for 2012! [Source]
- Katy Perry has launched a line of false eyelashes. [Source]
- iHeartRadio has chosen 14 colleges to represent their sponsored stations. Seattle is not on the list. [Source]
- 2012 exhibits at the EMP will include AC/DC and Jimi Hendrix. [Source]
Television
- Jimmy Fallon is caught in a strange lawsuit involving female domination on his set. [Source]
- Summer Glau will join the cast of Grey’s Anatomy. [Source]
- ABC has ordered a pilot to reboot Beauty and the Beast. [Source]
Seattle
- 2011 Sound Off! winners Tomten has just been signed to Flat Field Records. [Source]
- Everyone can breathe easy now – Everyday Music will be moving across the street in March where the Diamond Parking Service Garage currently lives. [Source]
- Sea-Tac Airport is partnering with PlayNetwork and the Seattle Music Commission to bring travelers in-terminal music. [Source]
Others
- If you haven’t jumped on the bandwagon for Facebook’s new Timeline format, you better act soon or else Facebook will do it FOR you. [Source]
- Demi Lovato has checked into rehab once again reportedly for addictions to alcohol, drugs, and cocaine use. Get well soon Demi :( [Source]
- Demi Moore has also been rushed to the hospital earlier today for substance abuse. [Source]
- Paula Deen’s publicist has quit! [Source]
- Four couples in London broke the record for the world’s longest hug. Awwww! [Source]
- Vimeo is on the verge of relaunching their new website and some pretty snazzy features. [Source]
Out on the Town: 1/24
My local and favorite fast food burger joint, “Dick’s Drive In” is having an incredible deal today! From 2:00PM-6PM, they will be offering 2 for 1 cheeseburgers!
Go out and grab them!
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Show Review: Andy Grammer
The best nights are the ones that you never plan for. After following Andy Grammer on Twitter and seeing that he had just performed in both Spokane and Portland, I naturally assumed that I had missed his Seattle date here. Turns out his Seattle date was actually scheduled for last night! Lucky me, right?
Michelle and I managed to arrive just in time for the opening acts – Rachel Platten and Ryan Star, but we just couldn’t contain our excitement for Andy Grammer. Before I get into the review of the show, I think it’s important for me to rewind two years back.
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Out on the Town: 1/21
Kicking off his first headlining tour, Andy Grammer will be at Neumos tonight performing alongside Rachel Platten.
Doors: 7:30 PM
Tickets: $13.50
All Ages
Congratulations Andy! It is amazing to hear that he is now fronting his own tour after watching him perform on the 3rd Street Promenade just two years ago in Santa Monica.
Snowpocalypse 2012: Nomz & DIY
I should probably work on my food photography a little bit. There’s no better way to bare the snow than to share a meal with friends. Veronica and I decided to make some stir fry tonight with chicken, vegetables, and udon noodles.
I’ve always been a little bit skittish when cooking meat so I usually let her handle that. We used both oregano and lemon pepper for seasoning and our sauce is typically made with brown sugar, soy sauce, and corn starch.
Ta-da! It kind of looks like brains, but I promise it tastes a lot better than it looks.
Still a little hungers, we decided to whip up some of our favorite “Eggs-in-a-basket.” This does not look visually pleasing, but hey – it’s hard to get it right sometimes. As we were making them (or as Veronica was actually making them,) we started to ask ourselves why we never strayed away from the original recipe. Why didn’t we add different ingredients ever? So this time we did. After making two standard ones for us, our third one included honey drizzled on top of it. The look on Veronica’s face indicated to me that I would not be sampling that one. Next, we used the leftover circles to make our version of “mini french toast.” However, it wasn’t until she had completely made them that we realized our batter of milk and cinnamon was missing one key ingredient – eggs. As you can imagine, that didn’t end well either.
We also worked on a DIY project I found while perusing blogs not too long ago.
Perfectly concealed and organized! As you can see, I don’t tie ribbons very well, but it’s the effort that counts. I couldn’t be more thrilled about my box of tech!
What a wonderful two days off school we have had due to the snow! Whether or not Seattle University decides to open tomorrow does not directly affect me that much, but still the students continue to heckle the school’s Facebook page for yet another day off. I’ve also seen some statuses from students who just want to return to school because this affects their learning.
This is why we can’t have nice things. I’m grateful for the days off, but I also appreciate the Seattle University marketing team for keeping us updated on the news whenever they get any and for having to deal with the unruly responses. They really don’t deserve that – we should all learn to be a little nicer from this. For a laugh, click here.
