GIRLYLAND
I'm a girls girl, I dig makeup, Dresses, shit like that. It's my thing, I do what I wanna do.* As such I dig womanly women...not to say that the girls who embrace androgyny aren't just as much a woman as I am....just a different kind of woman.
Labels: Archives, Instant Vintage
"Don't Do Me Greasy"
So, MTV Jams was playing all of Aaliyah's videos this morning, and I remembered how much I loved this particular track with her and DMX. The beat is from NWA's "Niggaz 4 Life" and this song was featured on the Romeo Must Die soundtrack, so get into that.
Rest Well BabyGirl,
FLO$$Y
Labels: Bad Chicks, Dead Folks, Famous People Besides Us, Instant Vintage, Video Love
CYD CHARISSE
When I think of real dancers, I think of this gal, she's got attitude, she's got moves, and she's hella beautiful. It's been said that you "haven't been danced with until you've danced with Cyd". She even out danced Mr. Fred Astaire, and that took skill. She was in films until she was old, in fact, on of her best features happened when she was 45! I think she's ill.
Then there's this clip from "Party Girl"
How fabulous!!!! I love the choreography here, love the attitude, love the costume.
It's fierce all the way around, and she's fierce...That's why she's the Bad Bitch this week.
-FLO$$Y
Labels: Bad Chicks, Dead Folks, Famous People Besides Us, Instant Vintage, Video Love, Whitey
I've been obsessed with the idea of a wardrobe full of couture clothing. Now, if you read this blog at all you will know I actually hate "Couture", it's obscene, gaudy, and, in my eyes, trashy. I do not like art for art's sake...I believe in function. Having said that you should know that the real meaning, literally, is "High Fashion" Or "Custom Fitted Clothing". That's what I want. Stuff that I got made for me!
I've been researching vintage patterns, and dressmakers in Dallas. Seeing how much things would cost, and when it'd be a good idea to try someone out. Check out some of my inspiration:
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THE PARTY!
Oh, and in case you live under a rock or some shit, The Party is celebrating a year of club rockin on Friday. Be in the building, I know I will. Also, try to come natural, you'll be sweating.
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I'm leaving the house this weekend and the next, I hope you're ready.
-FLO$$Y
Labels: Archives, Events, Instant Vintage
Let's Frug Honey:
The Big Finish is the best part...
This is the history lesson of the week.
Bob Fosse was a bad man when it came to choreography, he's responsible for
Cabaret, Chicago, How To Succeed In Business Without Really Trying, and, Sweet Charity, which is where this piece came from.
His work is dope because it was innovative for the time, and continues to inspire dancers to this day; Where have you seen those dresses before, Who's good for a ponytail toss at least once in her set? He'd surprise us with new lighting techniques, gave us subtext when we were dancing, and taught us how to dance like we were full of feeling. Truly a fabulous guy.
See I told'ya we'd be talking about men more here....Dammit.
-FLO$$Y
Labels: Instant Vintage, Menz, Video Love
I would like to be a lady who lunches,
With small finger sandwiches, tea, all that stuff. And i'd be obsessed with Chanel Suits...Sort of like I am now, but it would make sense because i'd own a few.
"Darling, just charge it."
I'd say that all the fucking time. Seriously.
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Halston, Honey, Fuck with it.
So gorgeous. So timeless. INVEST. Clothing is so flimsy now, trends are frivolous, Fashion itself has longevity if you make an effort. With research and effort you can own a wardrobe that will last.
And now I will step off my high horse....
-FLO$$Y
Labels: Archives, Instant Vintage
Absolutely Fabulous!!!
I'm watching "Funny Face", It's a gorgeous little ugly duckling movie of course, but this number is totally my favorite. Check out how Kay Thompson and Fred Astaire rock this song! She's moving like a goddess, singing loud and looks like she's fancy free. I love her right now.
You should check this out, and then get back to me.
-FLO$$Y
Labels: Instant Vintage, Video Love
Got Your Hair Pulled Back....
Labels: Instant Vintage
We Love Men.....
Well, I do at least, and I'm pretty sure Cuba does, judging by her taste in man-meat. Damn that was funny. At any rate, I stumbled onto something I think you guys will appreciate, and I know we never really profile men around these parts, but I plan to rectify that in the future, so bear with me.
For now, Benny Moré
His memory is honored in Cuba in September of every year by a festival in Cienfuegos that bears his name, In the Cuban capital Havana, a salsa club is named after him, On the Malecon in Manzanillo, there's even a statue of him! I guess he was doin' something right...
Check Him Out HERE
-FLO$$YLabels: Instant Vintage, Menz
Reebok Makeover
Remember the classic aerobic Reebok Freestyle's of the 80's? My moms used to rock a pair when she'd work out. Who would've imagined them hooked up and customised?
BEFORE:
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AFTER:
-CUBA
Labels: Instant Vintage, Kicks