Diaries of a Shoe Whore: Jinga, Moving Feet Around the World
0 Comments Published by JlL Mag on May 22, 2007 at 2:52 PM.
I first discovered Jinga sneakers in London’s Camden Market. I was in the middle of haggling a vendor, trying to get five pounds off a skirt, when I looked up and saw a bouquet of colorful sneakers. I must preface this by saying I am not the biggest sneaker wearer. So if I have to wear a sneaker, I need there to be some sort of incentive other that the fact that it is comfortable. I mean, Clarks and Birkenstock are comfy, but their often clunky styles tend to be better suited for your round the way tree hugger.
Check out our style page for more pics on their current collection or Jinga check out their website at www.jingashop.com.
Labels: Brazil, Diaries of a Shoe Whore, Jinga
DECOR: Its a bird, a plane? No its a chaise Lounge...
0 Comments Published by JlL Mag on May 13, 2007 at 10:56 AM.
In this saturated market of square, mundane, modern furniture, I knew someone would go against the grain and create furniture with more of an edge. Standing on this edge is a quirky and innovative company called Sixixis--try saying that 10 times.
This UK company has developed a steam process which allow them to bend wood into sculptured artistic pieces. This process is illustrated within their furniture and accessories. They have defied the natural laws of wood with their chaise lounger which is an upgrade from the average flexible lawn chair. And from their City Scape Coat hanger to the Rolling Summer house, Sixixis invites you to the wonderful wacky world of wood. So, if you are looking to step out of the mundane try going imaginatively insane with Sixixis.
Check out our decor page for more pics, and for more innovative wood designs check out www.sixixis.com
*Its Jil baby!
What is it about the ape that we humans are so fascinated with? Darwin’s theory of man’s evolution in 1860 was met with controversy, and though there is more scientific evidence in later years, I am still not buying it. But what I might buy is a t-shirt with apes printed on it -- AKA Beckett & Beckett’s “highly evolved clothing”.
Based on their catch phrase “viva la evolution”, this t-shirt collection shows apes in their true form, characterized in pop culture. Maybe it is a testament to how we as a people are de-evolving back to primitive needs and wants. You can wear that statement, and cite what ever literature you want, preferably in a party environment because these shirts are all about fun. I discovered this company while hunting through the sometimes dangerous and wild Spitalfield market in
Break it? Ok that is not something your mother would have said, but it is an interesting concept. Angel Ha’s Interactive Ceramic collection is based around that principle. I didn’t believe it when I saw it, but you can chip, rub, crack your way into something interesting. I discovered her collection at 100% East, her collection stood out as being one of the most innovative and playful.
Interested in seeing more, click here and check out our décor page…
Get more info on her ceramic collection at www.angelha.com.
This is slumming it like no other (slumming: rich kids doing shit for kicks what poor kids *need* to do to survive). NYC rents are so high (upwards of $3000/mo for a 2-bedroom) that kids are starting to salivate over the loft-like spaces of OFFICES and are actually living in them! And get this, instead of getting ticketed for violating building codes (using commercial space for residential space), these kids are actually having slumber parties, pitching tents and all! The girl featured in the picture was handed the keys by, who else... her daddy.Read the article for the more objective look, sans *kara mia sarcasm.
My friend, who is a slamming gourmet cook, is the biggest foodie I have ever met. So it's no surprise that she would pick Loreley to help us unwind during finals week. One thing's for sure is that it's not your average beer n' sub place.Our tab was less than $100 after tip, for 4 people.
Loreley is located on 7 Rivington Street in NYC. For more info, go to www.loreleynyc.com.
Now, as if we weren't full enough, the subject moved to Crif Dogs. I've never been there before, so naturally, my friends were dying to take me. It's a tiny dive on St. Marks Place, with a mural of a bikini-clad blondie straddling a giant wiener. And their menu was as much to behold as the one at Loreley.Our tab was less than $30 for 4 people. Crif Dogs is located 113 St. Marks Place in NYC (212) 614. 2728. They are open until 4am on weekends, good for those late night fixes.
To read the full review on both restaurants, click here to check out our Eats Page...
*kara mia
Labels: Cheap Eats, New York
Bigger isn't always better. The bigger your ecological footprint, the worse your impact is on the planet. After taking the quiz (which asks about food, gas, and living consumption), I found that my ecological footprint is 12 acres-- not bad considering the average for the U.S. is 24 acres.
