I love you.

You know I love you because I rarely post on Saturday.  More pictures of the Soldier Thread coming soon.

Ahem, this Thursday.   Free and Dirty 30 birthday party with Ms. Wee Bee and DJ Henry Chow. Meow.  DJ Daniel Allen, also kicking it for the evening, makes this party the hottest on the block.  If you like to shake, rattle and occasionally get knocked over by reverb, head on down to Plush.  7th and Red River.  Leave your pretty clothes at home.

Also, I am going to band practice tomorrow.

Why, you ask?  Well, because  I’m styling local band The Soldier Thread and we’re having our dress rehearsal.  Heck yea!  Remember that project that kept reminding me of peacocks and storms?  Well, this is it! The Soldier Thread is playing their 2nd album release this Friday, the 29th at Stubb’s.  They are all total dolls and it’s been kickass working with them.    I’m attaching their poster in this post, but be on the look out for the hot outfits and updated news about the show.

This Saturday, no big deal. Just LE freaking GARAGE. Okay, that’s just the skinny on the happs from last year.  The real Le Garage January 2010 details are linked.  $10 bucks, wear pretty undergarments, Palmer Events Center.  Love, love, love this event.  Go.  It’s received the most press I have ever seen this past year.  The deals are going to fly off the shelf.  *DO NOT LEAVE ANY ITEM THAT YOU WOULD PINCH YOURSELF FOR LEAVING FOR ONE MOMENT.  DO NOT LET GO.  I’m telling you.  Tragic lost Jake Spade tote within 7 minutes from last year.  Hurts to think about really.  Let’s move on . . .

Save some energy for the ROCK N’ SWAP – Rock and roll, a little cocktail and and arsenal of clothing never hurt anyone.  Join in on the fun and know the the leftovers are headed to a good cause.  Head over to the Austin minx that is Tolly, The Austin Eavesdropper.  One man’s trash is another man’s treasure is the biggest understatement when it comes to swaps.  Pay it forward.

Hoping to catch some pictures during this wild ride.

con abrazos,

S. Marie

HUGE SALES ALL OVER AUSTIN before Le Garage.  If you’re smart, you’ll get that hot little butt over to the local stores – things are moving out the door rather quickly.

I have some crazy infection and it’s making my moving week quite the adventure.  My hand is all swollen and fatty like a 50 year old man’s.  It’s like the guys with two-faces but with my hand.  It’s getting better and all that but just wanted to let everyone know that I didn’t fall off the edge of the world.

Speaking of . . .

It’s moving week!  ACK!

AND THANKSGIVING!  ACK ACK!

Just a note to say I love you!

If you want to read the most adorable red lipstick post mosey on over to the Austin Eavesdropper and take a gander!

BTW, Tolly – I’m LOVING the pink!

<3

this is matt, he is a bonafide badass

The East Austin Studio Tour is full of creative badasses like photographer Matt Wright-Steel, creative collaborative Sodalitas and masters of glass Rejina Thomas over at Graphic Glass. The past several years I have found another MUST SEE artist or studio to tack onto my list. This time I’m getting smart and will ride my White Unicorn around the east side. I highly advise this type of transportation – there will be a lack of parking spots and more importantly, it’s a great excuse to get off your ass and enjoy the gorgeous day. It’s going to be 81 degrees – I just looked it up. [edit] oooh- looks like a little cold snap is working it’s way through central Texas. Throw a vest on and let’s do this anyways!

Bring some cash, get ready to drink some beer and make friends! If you’re one of those people who don’t like art, go anyways, there’s lots of people watching and live music. You never know who you know that loves to make art.

+E.A.S.T. 2009

The stars were aligned for the most amazing night.

Fashion Lounge 2009 was already in full swing by the time I arrived.  One could have easily walked out of Maria Maria Cantina with a head to toe makeover – Leather handbags, totes, belts and bracelets from Marnie Bugs, rockin’ jewelry from Taylor Moseley and Eliza Page, unmentionables provided by Teddies for Bettys and a new found respect on life from the onhand ashiatsu massage from Massage Harmony.

I finally laid my little hands on the necklace I won from Taylor Moseley’s giveaway at Estilo.  I had it on for five minutes before someone else wanted to purchase it.  It was an amazing five minutes.  I gave it up – because I’m selfless like that.  Ce la vie.

ATX Bleet UP - I don’t even know where to begin.   Ran into my favorite crazy ladies – maisquared, Pink Sun drops, maybecupcakes, heartsintexas, & polkadotsatx.  Took some rocking photos.  Think I ran into ATXHipsters – there was never a confirmation on this . . . as I stood creating an awkward silence.  My gameface was on and eventually received a smile.  It was pretty much amazing. Flitted around to Better Than the Van folks – Todd and Scott – my cheeks were in pain after the amount of smiling and laughing from the twenty minutes of catch up.  Totally spotted and remembered Adrienne from the first Bleet-Up – score for the both of us and our rocking networking skillz.  Yeah, that’s right, I spelled skillz and I’m proud of it . . .  A friendly introduction to Bird Fly Good, too.  Lovely gal.

An award should go to Lyssa from this is life in austin.  Totally smoking hot and ready in 30 minutes.  No wonder she got to cover Runway to Heaven.  Jealous?  A little.  :)   We talked about fashion & life in Austin (go figure), the awesomeness  that is The Austin Post, and ancient old techniques of networking – it’s called BE FRIENDLY.  I’ve got nothing but love for Lyssa, she was the first person to give me props on my blog and a chance to shout from the rooftops via Austin Post.  A welcomed interruption by the name of Caleb + crew brought his fine behind and interviewed us for his website Caleb Does.   Before I knew it, Tolly from Austin Eavesdropper was on stage looking like the minx that she is and thanking everyone for coming.  No, no, THANK YOU TOLLY!

And to my excitement sweet props from twitter folks that were lost in the sea of bloggers, Hipsterkrit and I decided that crown and tiaras were a must have for distinguishability.  (I will use any excuse to wear a tiara.)

Le sigh.  I went dancing after all this at my favorite hole in the wall and exhausted myself before the weekend began.  I’ve been going on and on about the friendliness and awesomeness that are the people behind their twitter handles and blogs.  I don’t think the night could have been better.

It was a busy weekend – Fashion Leak x Buy Definition (plus Megan Summerville from Sew Sister) & SHOP787.  While writing this post my mac gave me the message of death with the “clean your hard drive or I will make your life hell” so instead of posting more I will be cleaning off my hard drive.  I love you all and until the next time . . .

xoxo,

S

BLOGGERS AND READERS UNITE.  Put down the mac or iphone or crackberry and get yo butts down to Mohawk.  It’s going to be a party.  I have a feeling my Austin links are about to blow up!

RSVP site: www.eavesdropper-pr.com/rsvp

More info from the one and only TOLLY!

SHOP787 2009 • November 8• 12 - 6 p • Mosiac at Mueller Apartment Community

the ultimate pop up shop experience and benefit event for the Dell Childrens Medical Center

Launch 787 is hosting the holiday event of the season at Austin’s new premier live/work/play community.  The Mosiac at Mueller will transform it’s courtyards into a superior shopping experience with over 50 local Austin favorites.

The spectrum of Austin’s creative talents will encourage all to tour Mosiac’s property.  Boutique favorites like Adelante are getting creative and going all out – Curb Service will be provided for this event!  Taking on the ever growing trailer trend, Adelante will transform their retrofitted airstream into a mobile boutique filled with holiday must haves.  Designer Rene Geneva, winner of Austin Fashion Week’s Critics Choice Award for Best Designer & Best Woman’s Designer will be just one of the emerging designers that the Austin community will have a chance to meet.  And growing boutiques like Garbo A Salon will offer a variety of spa services throughout the day like an onhand esthetician, hand massages and chair massages.    A selection of Aveda products and discounted gift cards will also be available for easy holiday gift ideas!  Selections for the cutest of kiddos will also be provided by the most adorable children’s boutiques like Wee and Izzy and Ash.

Food and refreshments will be provided at Mosiac’s “Beach”.  Austin’s eateries like Judges Hill, Malaga & Sushi A-go-go will provide tasty morsels to curb any hunger that may lead patrons astray.  Pie Fixes Everything and The Cupcake Bar will also be there to serve the sweetest of dessert delights.  Tickets purchased to the event include complimentary adult beverages provided by Austin’s favorite, Tito’s Vodka.  Not forgetting the little guys, family friendly Sweet Leaf Tea will also provide refreshing drinks for everyone!

This fundraising event and book drive benefits the Dell Children’s Medical Center.  Dell Children’s Medical Center offers their Very Brave Patients and their siblings the opportunity to take home a favorite book upon discharge from the hospital stay.  SHOP787 has teamed up with a handful of Austin’s boutiques, designers & artists to ensure that the library has a healthy replenishment for those in need.

Advance ticket prices are available at Shop787.com for $5.  Tickets will also be available at the door for $5 + a children’s book or $10.

+SHOP787 | Mosiac at Mueller Apartment Community

November 8th, 2009

12 – 6 p

The 2009 keynote speaker was Madeleine Albright, the first female U.S. Secretary of State .  She is currently touring to promote her newest book, Read My Pins.  The event was an eye opening experience of the many who contribute to a higher standard of living. Thought I should share the pins that my host and I wore to the event!  I had a fantastic time and couldn’t have been in better company.

I will update soon with photos of my outfit and my autographed book, Read My Pins!

<3,

S