Unkommon Artistry

So, I'm kind of in love with anybody who can draw, paint, sketch, etc. better than me! (Which is not hard at all, sadly). If you're in the Dallas/Ft. Worth area, I'm sure you've heard of the talented young men of Unkommon Kolor (Blue and Jeremy).
They are two of the most talented boys I've ever met, not being afraid to think outside the box and be innovative.

"Flashy colors, unique designs, & an acute attention to detail, Unkommon Kolor is a Brand like NO other" (stolen from their blog unkommonkolor.blogspot.com).

One of their specialties is customized munny dolls (dolls provided by Kid Robot).

Artists all around the world spend hours painting, sculpting, and putting their finishing touches on these do-it-yourself toys to create something hot. So far the UK boys have done their versions of Barack Obama, a glow in the dark Kanye West, and the Andre 3000 from the 'Rosa Parks' video. Check out the pictures below. Their website should be linked to the pictures, but if not here it is again: unkommonkolor.com

And Jeremy's personal site is vivalapaloma.com

Hit them up!!!!!

Watermelon Democracy

Hola everyone!!!

Sorry about the long hiatus....but ya know, ish happens! Now on to the important stuff:

I'm all about promoting young designers who have something going for themselves. And my friend Darrin Nobles is just that.

His line is coined "Watermelon Democracy", and features some pretty dope designs, if I don't say so myself. Below is a description of the name and pictures of the shirts he plans on cranking out to the masses:

"WATERMELON DEMOCRACY™ is the idea that through the development of our core and strengthening of our outer surface, we can achieve the success, power, and true freedom that we desire.Watermelon represents the hard outer surface while having a rich sweet soul. Just like a ripe Watermelon means its ready and fully prepared, as does a developed Watermelon represent a person fully prepared to take on life's challenges. Democracy symbolizes the power and freedom we should aspire to possess marked by a dedication towards empowering others."

Check out the line's website www.watermelondemocracy.com
...and the MySpace page www.myspace.com/watermelondemocracy

Keep up the good work Darrin....you're going places!!! :)

Only a month left...

There's only about a month left until most of us are back to the school grind. You know what that means: get your fall wardrobe in check, get some new shoes, and find the right bag in which to carry your books and papers!

Personally, bags are my weakness. I could live without buying any new clothes if I could just buy a new bag every day. Since most of us carry out computers to class, these bags should be large enough to fit them, as well as a book or two.

oldnavy.com; Made of straw and comes in about 6 or 7 other striped/plaid variations.

Fossil; found at fossil.com. What a winsome way to go green!

Marc by Marc Jacobs; found at nordstrom.com. I have the black one! It seriously could hold a small child. It's huge! The inside print is really fun, and it will definitely carry everything that you need for class! It also works as a purse...my mom approves, so you know it's a good buy!

Juicy Couture; found at nordstrom.com. This soft puffy polyester backpack is kinda fly! I normally don't like Juicy, but this has a chic look to it that says, "Yeah, I'm educated and fabulous!"

And if you're really feeling good about yourself, here are totes from my three favorite handbag designers:

Coach; found at coach.com; This is the Bleecker tote from the best American leather goods company, Coach. Coach bags always last a long time and their classic pieces are timeless. And this tote is large enough to fit all your vital school supplies.

Gucci; found at gucci.com. My personal favorite! My tote doesn't look like this; mine is actually a diaper bag. But if you've ever seen me carry mine around, you'll know that it goes with everything. It's so easy to just toss in everything you need and go!

Louis Vuitton; found at louisvuitton.com. The Neverfull is going to be my next school bag. It's big enough for books and small enough to carry as a purse for the weekend. And again, it will complement any outfit!

Hopefully you all are getting your heads right for school, as well as your wardrobes. Have a great week and enjoy summer, while it lasts!

I got it for the low...

In light of prices shooting up to the heavens, it's important to be thrifty. You can do this without looking cheap, I assure you!!! Just be innovative and use good judgement. 

I'll start out with the top. Both prices and temperatures seem like they're at all-time highs. So I stopped by Target to see what I could find that would be light and breezy to keep you cool.

I picked up a pack of size small v-necks in the men's section (since they don't make them for women) for around 6 or 7 dollars. A basic tee is so versatile and it's easy to throw on if you're in a rush. Pair with skinny jeans and colored sandals and you're good to go. Don't forget to add a chunky necklace to add more depth to your outfit.

Another frugal find I located at Old Navy. I usually have a "thing" about wearing rubber flip flops if you're not in the shower or by the pool, but Old Navy has decided to step its game up just a notch. 

These shoes are only $2.50, and they're available in an assortment of other colors. Slide into these, some khaki cargo shorts, and a tank top and you're guaranteed to be comfortable for the rest of the day!

Check out oldnavy.com for more great deals! And if you're looking for cute jewelry for a good price, always stop by Forever 21 in your local mall, or shop online at GirlProps.com!

Stay cool this summer, and as always, be fabulous!

Free yourself...

Just a quick update....

Ant cut his hair off!!!!!

If you're reading this right now, here's a quick tip: do something today or this weekend to free yourself. Whether it's turning off your cell phone for a few hours, not checking your emails, or just taking some time off for YOU....it's good for the soul!

JAYE Magazine! Because college is more than a classroom...

Happy Hump Day!!!

I have a special treat for the innovator in all of you! My friend Michael Jones has started his own magazine entitled "JAYE". He's in his second issue (July 2008) and might I add, it is FANTASTIC! Michael is the editor in chief, and is constantly engulfed in the magazine. After attending Fashion Week in February, he was inspired to start the publication. He lives and breathes fashion, and has put his ideas in motion with the help of his staff. (And I am blessed and proud to be Associate Fashion Editor on this staff!)

Visit www.jayemag.com to read his blog and also read the CURRENT ISSUE. 

Check out pages 72-73 for the "20 under $20" feature done by yours truly! :)

Be a part of fashion history and get obsessed with the magazine!!! Then when you see JAYE on the stands next to the Vogue's, the Cosmo's, and the Harper'sBazaar's, you can say "I remember the first issues of that magazine!"

Have a safe Wednesday!

Music to your ears...

Introducing talented rapper, Wale'!!! 

He hails from D.C. aka "Chocolate City", and has been linked to such streetwear brands as 10Deep, The Hundreds, and Good Bully. PLEASE download this mixtape, as it will bring you great joy!

It's entitled "The Mixtape About Nothing", a play off

 of the hit 90's sitcom "Seinfeld". You can download by clicking

::HERE::

Have a safe weekend!!!