l to r: wedding, paper doll, lady bug hugs, one year later, valentine’s day party, MVN’s DIY NYE
l to r: 1920s dress, chartreuse, spring blues, promedy, april flowers, pika pika w nicole
l to r: stripes, whenever you’re ready, los angeles, flower safari, lou wow, anita’s portraits
l to r: 1930s evening gown, autumn uniform, vintage expo, xmas, going vertical, guessing game
I know everyone’s doing these year retrospectives, and yes, it’s a tad annoying, but I couldn’t help doing my own. Thanks so much for following me this year. I’m looking forward to 2012. Happy New Year!
This list is completely according to me and what I saw this year. Louis CK had probably the best year ever, and deservedly so. He is comedy royalty right now. If you don’t know him, get with the program. But he doesn’t make it on this list because he’s pretty much a household name. These are The Best Comics of 2011 You Probably Don’t Know:
1. Ron Lynch
By far my favorite show in Los Angeles is the The Tomorrow Show. When I first witnessed the Saturday-at-midnight institution I was in awe every minute of it and completely inspired. I went back to SF and started my own knock-off version with Comedy, Darling. Ron Lynch, one of the original hosts of the show and the current host, is a comedy genius. He’s my all-time super duper fave. Here’s him at the 2011 Bridgetown Comedy Festival:
(and speaking of Louis CK earlier, check out Louis’ short film Hello There starring Ron Lynch)
2. Ron Funches
Truly an original voice, super like-able and had one of the best late-show debuts this year on Conan. I’m looking forward to seeing more and more from this guy on the small screen (and maybe the big screen!):
3. Jon Dore and Rory Scovel
Both of these guys were in my Best of 2010 list. They both get a spot on this year’s list with their amazing dual set they did on Conan. I was lucky to see them do this very set for the first time ever at the Bridgetown festival in 2009 (I believe…). I also saw Rory Scovel headline at Sacramento State University this year, and it was a real treat. Check out both of these guys if ever they make it to your town.
4. Drennon Davis
Old Mary Van Note buddy Drennon Davis is on the real up and up. He’s on to great big things with his animated show getting on MTV next year, and his show in LA The Imaginary Radio Program has been getting lots of attention. He is a comedy tour-de-force with his polished funny songs and silly jokes. You will be seeing more of him very, very soon:
5. Marcella Arguello
I got to spend some quality time with Marcella this year when we both did California’s Funniest Female contest. My official opinion? Marcella is fucking funny.
6. Sean Patton
He was on my list in 2009 and he makes it back on this year’s list for his late night debut on Conan. This guy always makes me laugh:
7. Susan Burke
A Los Angeles stand-up, I saw Susan at the Tomorrow Show this year playing the expert Psychologist for the Dating Game. She is a seriously funny performer and she co-wrote the screenplay Smashed that made it into Sundance 2012. Keep up-to-date on her awesomeness on twitter.
8. Brendan Lynch
Even though there isn’t a video of him online, I wanted to put him on this year’s list. He’s a local Bay Area comic who I’m always excited to see as he always has new material he’s trying out. His passion and attitude towards comedy is an inspiration and he is continuously getting better and better every time I see him. If you’re in the Bay Area, check him out before he blows up big-time. He tweets too!
9. Steve Mazan
I got to open for this guy this year and he was a joy to see. His documentary Dying To Do Letterman came out this year to some high acclaim and I can’t wait to see it myself.
10. Carla Clayy
One of my local favorites, Carla Clayy is a truly unique performer. I know this doesn’t happen that much anymore, but someone please give her a sitcom! If you’re in the Bay Area, be sure to check her out.
11. Robert Buscemi
Saw this guy in LA for the first time this year. I really enjoyed his jokes and I look forward to seeing more from him. Check out his comedy album.
12. Nathan Fielder
This guy gets on this list because I learned of him for the first time this year (he’s on the show Jon Benjamin Has A Van) and this video Thin Watermelon became my absolute favorite video find from 2011.
Merry Christmas World Wide Web! Here are a couple of stupid silly videos (my specialty).
Please enjoy Vintage
And How To Be A Girl 3
Another festive outfit. I wore this to a family holiday party. I found the red velvet skating skirt at the perfect time so I could wear it constantly in the days leading up to Christmas. This might be the outfit I wear on Christmas day. I have to be sure to dress warm because my boyfriend’s mother’s house is usually really cold!
vintage red velvet skating skirt: thrifted
vintage 50s Santa pin: Sacramento Antique Fair
60s lace blouse with peter pan collar: c/o Retro Spex Vintage
black oxford heels: Payless
black tights: drug store
vintage Catalina sweater: etsy seller kettlestar. Unfortunately it’s a wee bit tight on me, but it isn’t stopping me from wearing it. I love it too much! I think it’s from the 40s. Aren’t the metal stud buttons unique? Here’s a pic of the tag:
If I don’t post before Christmas, have a great one everybody!
(vintage Christmas card from dakota_boo on flickr)
I haven’t been blogging lately, but I have been dressing festively. This is what I wore when I listened to Christmas records and decorated the tree.
vintage 1960s white blouse: Lulu Forever, Sacramento (Where did you go? You were a great store!)
vintage red velvet ice skating skirt: thrifted
black tights: rite aid or something
black heels: delia’s or alloy catalog from high school : )
1950s white fur brooch with cat face that winks: ebay
vintage felt doll purse: ebay
Here are some more closeups of the doll purse that hangs from my thread holder:
I’ve been listening to the Christmas Radio station on Pandora non-stop and it’s making me sickeningly happy and excited. I recommend it if you’re not in the holiday spirit yet.
vintage duffle coat: gift; 90s velvet dress: thrifted; tights: Macy’s; 60s lace blouse with peter pan collar: c/o Retro Spex Vintage; satchel: Le Mode Accessories; oxford heels: payless
I got my hands on a new camera, tripod, and remote so this pic-heavy post is brought to you by new tech excitement! You may not have noticed before, but all the photos on this blog (when they were taken by me) have been horizontal because I didn’t have a tripod that could work vertical. Just the tripod is an exciting new venture. I can go VERTICAL now! YES! These pictures were taken at a ranch in Northern California (and yes, a ranch with a vineyard. classy!). I love being close to places like this.
vintage 60s shirt: Thunderhorse Vintage, Sacramento
cable knit skirt: H&M via Fashion Forestry
bird belt: H&M
vintage ferragamo flats: ebay
satchel: Le Mode Accessories via The Clothes Horse giveaway
tights: Macy’s
coat: F21 years ago
Today’s outfit is all about the shirt. An awesome 60s babe printed shirt with a high pointy collar. Who is the beauty with the swirly hair? Any guesses?
(listening to Jeremy Jay Dream Diary)
1950s leaf print dress: Bohemian Bisoux via Fashion Forestry giveaway
knit skirt: H&M via Fashion Forestry
bow scarf: SoftSpoken via Dear Beatrice giveaway
satchel: Le Mode Accessories via The Clothes Horse giveaway
vintage ferragamo flats: ebay
gray pointelle socks: F21
vintage hat: Cordelia Antique Junction
belt: thrifted
glasses: Guess via Coastal Contacts
I’m finding more ways to wear my 1950s autumn leaves novelty print dress. This time I wore my favorite fall skirt over the dress, and paired it with some fall-toned accessories including the ever-unique bow knit scarf from SoftSpoken. I have to say I won most of this outfit through blog giveaways. I’ve been pretty lucky. I’m a total sucker for giveaways and will comment on almost all of them. The latest of which have been the $500 in books giveaway, $50 The Paraders vintage giveaway, and The Karina Dress giveaway.
navy coat: old F21
green 60s knit dress: Fashion Forestry
mustard tights: Macy’s a while ago
vintage ferragamo flats: ebay
straw boater hat: thrifted
satchel: Le Mode Accessories
I’m still sporting some fall colors. On Saturday I did some local-shop-supporting by visiting some local thrift stores. One of my scores was this straw boater. More a spring hat, but I felt like wearing it instantly. It set me back $2. And I’m sorry you’re seeing the same purse constantly. I can’t help it. I’m lazy about changing purses and this satchel goes with everything, especially in the fall.
Remember, I’m offering 25% off everything in my etsy shop. Just use the coupon code CYBERMARYMONDAY.
I listed some amazing hats in my etsy shop. They span in era from the Victorian period up until the early 60s. And for Cyber Monday you can get 25% off with the coupon code CYBERMARYMONDAY.
