KELLY RYAN O'BRIEN

Pack it Up, Pack it In.

2011-03-30T09:26:00.000-07:00

This is so ridiculous but I almost just got sad thinking about posting the following:

Y'all we have moved on from kellyryanobrien.com. Join me as I vomit words at Idols and Egos henceforth. I am going to keep this site up indefinitely. I don't know why. Nostalgia I guess.

2011-02-25T11:49:00.000-08:00

As a self-proclaimed culture interrogator, conversation enthusiast and information obsessive, I am thrilled to be attending TEDxGoldstar next week in Los Angeles. As a precursor to this event the fine folks at TEDxGoldstar asked me and some other people (cooler than me) what we were looking forward to at the event next week.

See deets here: http://tedxgoldstar.tumblr.com/.

So, I noticed this call out for official Bloggers and naturally, I will be harassing the show producers until I am one of them. You see, being nonchalant and shy about things isn't really my thing.

Furthermore, since I already will be tweeting and facebooking my little heart out, I should get a little credit for it, no?

I will be all biDnass.

As you can see, I take reporting very seriously, are you listening TEDx?? Goldstar? Bueller?

Radio Silence.

2011-02-22T12:26:00.000-08:00

You hear that? That is the sound of nothing.

I am busy designing a new blog to which you will be directed as soon as humanly possible.

Missyouloveyoumeanit.

KOB

Young Hollywood at Calvin Klein

2011-02-15T13:41:00.000-08:00

Ugh. These young lads have GOT to have something better to do.

Joe Jonas, Zac Efron, Kellan Lutz and Eclipse star Jack Huston checked out the Calvin Klein Men's Collection during NYC Fashion Week Sunday. - Us Weekly

KOB

Life is Like a Box of Candies...

2011-02-14T08:32:00.000-08:00

Warm and Fuzzies. Love you too TrAvor.

Of A Kind: Blue Hex Scarves

2011-02-09T09:07:00.000-08:00

Those crafty Of a Kind bitches have out done themselves today with 39 Blue Hex Scarves by Mary Meyer. Get em while they're hot y'all. Or till they run out, you get it.

Oh, and ladies...since we will be sharing my shoes, you can go ahead and send me one of these little guys. It's my turn. THX.

Oh and free shipping! Enter OFAKINDVALENTINE at checkout.

KOB

Home Decor

2011-02-07T15:01:00.000-08:00

Loving me some black candles....

Portlandia: How to Order Organic Chicken

2011-02-02T11:14:00.000-08:00

LOLOLOL!

New favorite show.

A Template For Every Awful Facebook Discussion You've Ever Witnessed

2011-01-28T16:03:00.000-08:00

T-Pain is "Like"able.

2011-01-28T13:35:00.000-08:00

Why didn't I think of this!

Let the copycats begin...

Critters

2011-01-28T05:05:00.000-08:00

British Ape Walks On Two Feet, Has Swagger

2011-01-28T04:54:00.000-08:00

Apparently this trait also has exhibited itself in his siblings and father as well.

Evolution is FUN!

Jeff Goldblum is a Pimp, Cradle Robber

2011-01-27T09:29:00.000-08:00

JB, 58, and his new 26 year old ~~daughter~~ girlfriend model and heiress Lydia Hearst-Shaw share some love in LA.

Discuss.

Mandy Moore is Cool, Reminds Us Why.

2011-01-27T09:21:00.000-08:00

Um, HELLO! Mandy Moore was looking Dope As Hell yesterday at LAX. Seems like she may have lost a few lbs. It's working for her.

And let's be honest, on the cool scale she has always been off the charts.*

KOB

*get it? Charts? Music? ha.

Kotex is Cooler Than Your Brand of Tampon - IT's ON!

2011-01-27T08:19:00.000-08:00

Kotex has officially made it en vogue to brag about your brand of tampon.

Ahem, I would like to say that I have been using KOTEX for YEARS. I am so much cooler than you. See Rachel?

More at commentary at Crushable.com.

Who is Josh Raiden?

2011-01-27T08:09:00.000-08:00

No, seriously. Who is this guy? I saw him on Ellen this AM (don't judge me!) and was captivated by his music. It put me in a spell. I was Spellbound? Never used that word before. So ya know I am very serial.

Email, tweet or FB me if you already know and love this dude. MORE.

Harps Supermarket is Homophobic

2011-01-27T07:54:00.000-08:00

BARF. Look what our friends at Harps Supermarkets found too provocative for children to see.

Fuck That. Pardon my French.

Eco-friendly Nail Products: Scotch Naturals

2011-01-26T06:57:00.000-08:00

Scotch Naturals is a line of water-based, non-toxic polish that is free of the harsh chemicals found in most solvent-based polishes. Designed to nourish and strengthen nails with repeated use, it is non-yellowing, and requires no base or top coat. The line currently includes 13 vibrant colors and a polish remover.

Yeah it does!

I was terribly unaware that nail polish generally includes "toxins." Enter Scotch Naturals - an eco-friendly line of nail polish and remover. The packaging is gorgeous, why not let your nail regime sit atop the bathroom counter with your perfumes or spency face products?

Also a great gift for Valentines Day...

How to Get Smacked by Your Girlfriend on Valentines Day

2011-01-26T06:29:00.000-08:00

Refinery 29 Chicago Launches: April and Heiji Dazzle

2011-01-25T14:05:00.000-08:00

I may be geographically in Los Angeles but I am keeping close tabs on you Chicago. Ya Heard?

Therefore I am happy to announce that fashionite-favorite Refinery29 has finally launched in your kinda town, Chicago!

Two of my favorite Chicago Mavens were in effect and also featured today on the site. Check out their flawlessly fabulous looks below.

April Francis

Heiji Choy Black

Go ahead and creep on April at Haute Closet and Heiji Choy Black at Black/Francis.

See more pic's and sign up at Refinery 29. Welcome!

Publish the Burning Man Book, Get Free Copy

2011-01-25T10:06:00.000-08:00

As you may recall, Trevis attended Burning Man this year. Not only was this the theme of most, if not all, of our encounters leading up to said event, but the discourse continued for months after. The jury is still out regarding my participation with my former dread-locked husband at this year's festivities. I believe the answer still lies between 2 - 4 cocktails.

ANYWAY

Trevis returned from the desert with breathtaking pictures of the massive art exhibits and outrageous and elaborate costumes that define the Burning Man experience. I was truly in awe. So when I stumbled upon this callout for funding of a unique Burning Man book, I thought I would help out.

They need about another $10,000 to make their goal...donate a min of $50 and receive a copy of the book and your name printed inside. The benefits get better as you pay up. Not a bad deal.

Maybe I will be in next year's edition ; )

LIKE

2011-01-25T08:18:00.000-08:00

Morning Smile: Chanel's Dancing Products

2011-01-25T08:09:00.000-08:00

Animating Chanel on Nowness.com.

Elizabeth Olsen at Sundance

2011-01-24T13:40:00.000-08:00

Wildfox White Label Available for Preorder at SINGER22

2011-01-23T08:58:00.000-08:00

and all I can say is, GIMME! And might I add that this model's hair is fabU?

Wildfox Marie Antoinette Night Lover Dress

Of course no shoes is the preferred way of styling. However, in the event that you have a job or need to leave your house. These flatforms seem apropos ; )

Jeffrey Campbell Snick Fringe Shoe

NO!

2011-01-18T17:00:00.000-08:00

If the point of this email blast was to scare the bajeezus out of me. Well, then mission accomplished.

If it was for me to sign up to see MORE pictures like below on the right. Then, FAIL.

Happy Feet from Nasty Gal

2011-01-18T10:49:00.000-08:00

De de de de, la la la la laaaaaaa.

These shoes make me SUPA happy. This is what a spring shoe should look like. For those of us in 80 degree weather that is. Sorry Chicago. U too New York.

And only $58 bucks.

KOB

OMG

2011-01-18T09:54:00.000-08:00

EWWWWW!

I don't know how else to phrase this.

UGH

One female body part slammed into my mind when I spotted this (very explicably on sale) shoe/boot/sandal this morning. That is all I can say.

EW!

Get Nailed: OPI Delivers a Smashing New(ish) Color

2011-01-18T09:34:00.000-08:00

I always feel like innovative nail color is on the brink of extinction. I am always wrong.

LOVE this OPI color, Shatter. Goes on black and then cracks (does not chip). Apparently it was launched in October as part of a collection for Katy Perry, however was getting a lot of love at the gifting suites for the globes.

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More info at Style Section LA.

Robot Replaces Kid at School, I'm Jealous

2011-01-18T09:19:00.000-08:00

This Knox city, Texas kid is unable to attend school due to health issues.

BUT

Neveryoumind! He has a robot that goes for him. Look at his wittle face in there! I can't imagine how much his life has changed.

Behold:

Kate Beckinsale is Now Having More Fun

2011-01-14T21:56:00.000-08:00

~~Sienna Miller~~ Kate Beckinsdale arrived at LAX today donning a new dew.

This better be for a "role" much like Zac Efrons new constipated physicque and south Boston accent.

Yeah, I don't think so.

You?

Sass & Bide Shorty Shorts

2011-01-14T12:16:00.000-08:00

You will be mine, oh yes, you will be mine.

sass & bide Wild Denim Shorts

Zooey Deschanel Stomps Her Way to the Big Bucks

2011-01-12T17:18:00.000-08:00

Zooey Deschanel is one of those Hollywood Starlets who evokes neither the thought of Hollywood nor Starlet. And that makes me love her. She is the epitome of an indie chick.

Which brings me to my point (which may surprise you). Zooey is the new face of Rimmel London cosmetics. And to that I say, NICE WORK! Those campaigns pay bank. It find nothing wrong with cashing in on fame, hey who am I to judge?

What is so amazingly perfect about Zooey is how awkward she as a cover girl. May I direct your attention to the video below? Right about the 19 second mark, you will notice what appears to be an attempt at a "runway walk."

Did you hear what I did? clomp clomp clomp clomp. Girlfriend is so clearly out of her element that it makes it more amazing that she is the focus of the commercial. And is clear cut proof she is indie at heart.

KOB

Prodigy on Ellen Plays With Lots of Balls

2011-01-11T18:08:00.000-08:00

Scroll to about 1:45...cute.

New Kicks By Ash on Shopbop

2011-01-11T13:21:00.000-08:00

As I mentioned there will be no more peep toe booties for me. I realize that I am NOT in the majority based on the lineup of inventory on Shopbop....

HOWEVER

I did find these little beauties (for a very fair $190) amongst the enemy to all with ugly toes.

Check it.

New (to us) Couple Alert

2011-01-11T11:36:00.000-08:00

Apparently Regina King (227*, Jerry Maguire, Southland) and Malcom Jamal Warner have been dating for about three years without nary a report by the media. Now, that takes skillz.

I adore Regina King and Malcom will always been Theo so.....CHEERS!

CUTE!

KOB

*227 is the place to be, with Marla Gibbs and her Fa-ma-lee!

AYO! The Perfect Spring Dress from Asos!

2011-01-11T11:23:00.000-08:00

Once in a while there comes along a dress/pant/shirt that is so versatile it is worth purchasing one in every color. This dandy from ASOS is just that for the springtime. Heels, flats, blazer, boyfriend sweaters...the world is your oyster ladies. All for about $78.00 each. I imagine they are flying so, as I say, Giddy UP!

Buy her HERE.

KOB

Kanye West Gives Peta the Finger

2011-01-10T19:13:00.000-08:00

Snakeskin and Fur and Leather O MY!

PS - I Can't Make This.

2011-01-10T13:28:00.000-08:00

Not exactly the "white lacquer" look I was going for. Back to the paint store.*

KOB

*to pick up one of those dudes looking for work.

Australia Adds Baby Bats to List of Animals Falling From the Sky

2011-01-10T13:14:00.000-08:00

According to the Daily Mail:

Torrential rain has brought chaos to Australia, and not just to the humans who live there.

Australian Bat Clinic and Wildlife Trauma Centre director Trish Wimberley and her carers have helped save 130 orphaned bats on the Gold Coast in past weeks.

They saved 350 young bats during the 2008 storm season but this year think there's more going on than just wild weather.

Carers have visited several bat 'camps' on the coast in recent weeks to find four-week-old babies on the ground covered in maggots and fly eggs.

Yum! I am sure this has nothing to do with all of the animals falling from the sky or the giant schools of fish washing ashore across the world. Totally.

Yeah.

Hey look cute baby bats!

"Dude, wtf is going on??"

"MOOOOOOOOOM!"

LiLo at Lakers Game, Has Blonder Hair.

2011-01-10T10:03:00.000-08:00

I sorta hate myself for posting these pictures as I feel it makes me part of the problem.*

HOWEVER

I can't help it. Lohan was out at the Lakers game this weekend looking really healthy and happy.

The End.

KOB

*which it does

The Sisters McCord Work the Pavement

2011-01-10T08:07:00.000-08:00

AnnaLynne McCord and her hot-as-hell sisters were snapped by Mario Testino the paparazzi heading in (or out) of the Warren-Tricomi salon in West Hollywood last week.

Funny enough, this is exactly what my friends and I look like on a random Thursday.

Small world.

No Words

2011-01-09T15:42:00.000-08:00

Fun With Trapping Your Husband

2011-01-09T14:50:00.000-08:00

Trevis: I met the two girls who might move into the house in front of us.
Kelly: Are they normal?
Trevis: Yeah, they look like it.
Kelly: Are they hot?
Trevis: Um, one is like a 7 and the other is about an 8.
Kelly: What number am I?
Trevis: 9
Kelly: (blink, stare, blink)
Trevis:Wait! Shit, UGHHHH! Shhhh Stop! SHHHHHHH!
Kelly: You know i have to blog about this, right?
Trevis: No, COME ON!!! NOOO!
Kelly: Lol's.

The face of a helpless man.

KOB

Deep Thoughts...

2011-01-09T14:23:00.000-08:00

Every time I press this virtual button, the child inside me giggles with delight.

KOB

A Fashion Trip: Courtesy of Kate Moss and Balmain

2011-01-09T14:05:00.000-08:00

Kate Moss is the star of a new video for Balmain that recently premiered on the luxury and art based website nowness.com, a property of LVMH.

According to Styleite.com:

When Inez van Lamsweerde and Vinoodh Matadin shot Balmain’s fall/winter ad campaign, they creepily set up a bunch of hidden cameras to record Kate Moss’s expert posing. The result wasn’t a lawsuit, but rather a supremely bizarre video involving cartoon snakes.

Basically, if you are a fashion enthusiast AND a friend of Mary Jane - this one's for you.

I'm serious.

Testing

2011-01-08T18:18:00.001-08:00

I'm just a girl testing a new app.

- Posted using BlogPress from my Cuisinart.

More On The KKK

2011-01-07T17:45:00.000-08:00

Despite Kourtney Kardashian's shoe choice in this photo, I maintain she is the best dressed of the Klan.

The Kardashians

Jeffrey Campbell Continues To Toy With My Emotions

2011-01-07T16:46:00.000-08:00

There is something perverted about the design of this bootie.

And although one may believe that such a revelation would repell me, I am inexplicably drawn to them. Like one of those black and white swirly things you've seen on old cartoons or an Austin Powers movie.

Discuss.

Jeffrey Campbell PIXIE

So naturally, I am probably getting these:

Jeffrey Campbell PIXIE

KOB

Paris Hilton Wears Clothes

2011-01-07T11:03:00.000-08:00

Ugh.

Paris Hilton has never been a beacon of fashion, but UH MUH GAW.

WTF is with this getup?

If you are going to be in cozies, wear yoga pants and a Northface vest or something.* Rhinestones and new balance do not an outfit make. Regardless of occasion.

*my uniform

Joel Madden Loves Indiana University, Carries Kid

2011-01-07T10:45:00.000-08:00

You would think that my reason for posting the below is because this Harlow kid is painfully cute.*

However, you would be wrong.

GOOOOO IU! (clap clap) IU! (clap clap)

That was the first and last time I participated in school spirit. Enough now. Enuf.

TWLOHA Wins Mashable Award!

2011-01-07T09:50:00.000-08:00

As you may recall, a couple of months ago I wrote about an organization that I feel close to...

To Write Love On Her Arms (TWLOHA) is a non-profit focused on advocating for hope and help for people struggling with depression, self-injury, addiction and suicide. It leverages various social sites to inform, inspire and invest in treatment and recovery for people who need help. Since 2006, the organization has responded to more than 150,000 messages from people in 40 different countries and has worked to spread the message of hope to universities, concerts, festivals and churches.

To my delight, they have won the Mashable must follow award non-profit award. So, follow them y'all.

And next year join us in writing Love On Our Arms in solidarity. Like so.

Ben Affleck is Mad

2011-01-06T17:29:00.000-08:00

I know how you feel man.

Keira Knightley in Vogue Italia and Her Sister?

2011-01-06T16:24:00.000-08:00

Does anyone know if Keira has a sister? I hope so cause these two are too twinsies to be in the same shoot without a real reason.

Keira Knighty and ?????

This is not Keira

This IS Keira

???? and Keira

I love her regardless.

Thoughts?

Johnny Weir Comes Out, Society Furrows it's Brow

2011-01-06T15:44:00.000-08:00

Whomp.

Photo From Nerve.com

Do NOT Read This Book

2011-01-06T12:29:00.000-08:00

Worst Book I have ever attempted to Read. Sadly I bought it AFTER we all witnessed the author go insane on Real Housewives of Beverly Hills. So, I take full responsibility.

Conclusion: Loads of talent does not a tolerable person make.

Orange You Glad Drew Wore Jill Sander

2011-01-06T12:00:00.000-08:00

Ugh, sorry. That title just made ME puke.

ANYWAY

Cover Girl had some event with old (past) Cover Girl's and Drew Barrymore (aka my Bestie) turned IT OUT. Not many could wear this dress (See Leighton Meister, Eva Longoria or anyone else).

Images Via Styleite

I meant to post these Jill Sander Oxfords a while back because I LOVE THEM, so while we are on the subject:

Tap Tap Tap...that's all a girl wants to do with these..Tap Tap Tap....

KOB

Mila Kunis Lives in a Fairytale

2011-01-05T21:28:00.000-08:00

All I heard when I saw this dress was little mice singing, "Cinderelli Cinderelli, night and day its Cinderelli."

2011-01-05T19:48:00.000-08:00

Is it weird that at first glance I thought this was Nicole Richie?

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Zac Efron is Stuffed

2011-01-05T19:38:00.000-08:00

or constipated.

No me gusta the whole thing.

Khloe Kardashian Pulls a Rhianna

2011-01-05T19:21:00.000-08:00

Well, sort of.

Check out her new look below. I have nothing but two snaps up for this bitch. Her hair color and that flowy Grecian dress really softens her edges as well. This is one look that her shorty older sisters could not pull off due to height restrictions alone.

I hereby fully support the emancipation of Khloe Kardashian.

Thanks Amy!

A New Olson is Upon Us

2011-01-05T18:00:00.000-08:00

Per The Cut:

Elizabeth Olsen is the 21-year-old sister to Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen. She was Chace Crawford's pick (they star in the upcoming movie Peace, Love, and Misunderstanding together) for V's forthcoming "Discovery Issue" as a new face in Hollywood to watch.

How much do the dynamic Olson duo loathe that their sister gets to jump into acting (without all the drama)? I would.

Jessica Szohr is Naked

2011-01-05T14:10:00.000-08:00

Jessica Szohr is the new face of the the second installment of SoBe Lifewater skinsuit series to launch new SoBe Lifewater with electrolytes. Phew. The campaign will appear exclusively in the iconic Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Edition.

I don't know when this was shot, (or anyone who drinks SoBe), but doesn't her pair of SoBe^® Lifewater^® skinsuits look markedly like Gaga's meatdress? And after reading (skimming) this press release 3 times I still am not sure what a skinsuit is and if I can get one.

Foncy.

Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Edition hits newsstands February 15th.

California is All Up in Your Grill

2011-01-05T13:43:00.000-08:00

The state of California has ruled it OK to search your phone for texts, bbms and emails if you are smart enough to get arrested.

Be sure to try to withhold your requisite "I am so wasted dude" text whilst on your way home from da club.

Ace Hotel Continues to Create Cult-Like Following

2011-01-05T12:48:00.000-08:00

Aces

As part of an ongoing partnership (this is their second in a series of special goods), Converse teamed up with the Ace Hotel and its creative head Alex Calderwood for two new styles of canvas and rubber-wrapped 1940s looking shoes. The Ace-only sneakers — dubbed the Chuck Taylor All Star Bosey — are an update to the classic Chuck Taylor with design cues taken from vintage wading boots that Converse created for U.S. military basic training way back in the 1940s. - Per A Continuous Lean

My black and/or navy converse have been a staple in my clothing repertoire since I was a young chap.

HOWEVER, this decidedly subdued color choice began only after I held a steady diet of pink high top Chuck Taylor's from first through fourth grade whilst attending Catholic school.

with this:

It took until Marian Catholic all Girls High School* for someone to wise-up and put color restrictions on shoes. I guess the nuns at St. Hugo of the Hills gradeschool never thought someone would let their kid express themselves in such an offensive way.** Well, I showed them. Right Mom??!

ANYWAY

My point is that this collaboration is one I can get on board with. Ace hotel currently has locations in NYC, Portland, Seattle and Palm Springs and not only has out of the box decor (see bunk beds) but also is the first hotel to really feel like a lifestyle (to me). Ace Hotel's Creative Director and Converse came up with these kicks which are only sold online at Ace Hotel. Only 300 made...so Giddy-Up!

don't forget about the asterisk's:

*ughhh shake it off

**although Sister Ann made sure to point out my long bangs were in fact, offensive. As I learned from her daily usage of a bobby pin to jam them out of my face while asking what I could only have assumed to be a rhetorical question, "Whats your prooooooooooooblem??"

Ongoing list of things I want to end with 2010 (but I know won't).

2011-01-05T11:33:00.000-08:00

-Current usage of the word Epic.

-Peep toe "booties."
Look, I too have a pair of booties with my digits hangin' ten out the top. I may have gone along with this trend but that doesn't mean I agree with it. It is time to put our piggies back where they belong (aka NOT curling over and grazing the concrete).

-Robert Pattinson

To be continued...

Happy New Blah

2011-01-04T12:34:00.000-08:00

Happy New Year Y'all!

Hope you had a fun filled break and are just as bloated and uncomfortable in your own skin as this blogger. We spent the holidays in LA moving into a new house - and by we I mean poor Trevis. But I get to do the unpacking. So there's that.

I am feeling fresh and ready to kick the blog into a new gear (btw I am still taking suggestions on decor in my new home office). And because you asked, a new design for my website/blog is currently under way.

Resolutions have never been my thing, but I am prepared to keep a few this year. The closest I have ever come was giving up chocolate ice cream for Lent during my brainwashing at Catholic school, but I did do it nevertheless.

So...stay tuned. I think 2011 has some good juju for us all. Or maybe just me. My Birthday was 1.1.11 after all.

Commercial Envy: 19 seconds of fun

2010-12-22T18:59:00.000-08:00

These d- CON commercials have been around for a minute but whenever I need a little guffaw, I come back to this guy. At first glance it seems like a stupid boy commercial (cue any burger king ad).

Alas, wait until the very last line. The mouse-man's delivery is precious. Precious I say!

PEOPLE WHO ARE COOLER THAN ME: Stuff THEY Like

2010-12-21T09:34:00.000-08:00

As expressed previously, I am lucky to have very creative friends who are considered taste arbiters and are my go-to's for all things dope and fresh. In a nutshell, who are Cooler Than Me.* I reached out to some of these folks and asked for their thoughts on hostess gifts that don't stink. If you don't know what a hostess gift is, you are in trouble and if you haven't brought one to each event, we still have a couple weeks left. Giddyup.

I give you, the Holiday Hostess Gift Guide.

1. Rorshock Inkblot Game $15 Idea by Christine Kelly

2. Campfire Couture S’Mores Kit $22 by Elizabeth Shaffer, Producer Extraordinaire

3. Adler Pill Carafe $48 by Salvador Camarena Stylist, Fashion Salvation

4. Led Light Chandelier $20 by Claire Mazur, Owner, Of a Kind

5. Crystal Pinata 140 by Christine Kelly

6. Umbra Fish Hotel $25 by April Francis

7. Chanel Particuliere in Greige $30 by Christine Kirk Founder, Social Muse Communications

8. Dom Pérignon: Tribute to Andy Warhol $150 by Kimberly Burt, Brand Manager, Dom Pérignon

9. Monskey $30 by Amalie Drury Writer for Chicago Magazine, CS and Others

10. Uh Oh Cupcakes by Amy Hu, Muse

11. Kings Road Redux Cup Set $45 by Rachel Krupa Owner, Krupa Consulting

12. Earmark Cards $20 by Rachel Demsick Owner, GetReadySetGo

13. Sofia Oils $18 by Ashley Zisook $18 Owner, Sofia Boutique

14. Custom Maps by Korey Karnes Editor/Founder Bride Buzz

15. Cupcake Aprons $33 by Christine Kirk Founder, Social Muse Communications

16. Jigger Cube $30 by Claire Mazur Owner, Of a Kind

17. Sagaform Pasta Server With Parmesan Grater $15 by Erica Cerulo Owner, Of a Kind

18. K Chocolatier Truffles by Jennifer Alden the Dessert Darling

19. Le Labo’s Santal 26 perfumed notepad $50 by Dana Weiss Owner, Possessionista

20. Hermes Tarot Cards $100 by Christine Kelly

21. Karma Rescue Pet Sponsorship Donation by Mar Yvette Host, Weekend Roundup

22. The Goal Light $40 by Amanda Puck EVP,The Experiential Agency

23. Glass Orb Terrarium $50 by Chelsea Matthews Co/Founder, (No Subject)
24. Green Cleaning Services by Jessie Rubin

KKK: Kardashian Khristmas Kard

2010-12-16T09:53:00.000-08:00

During this time of year I appreciate and give thanks for the O'Brien Procrastination Gene (or OPG). Said gene has been inherited from my parents (ok, maybe one more than the other). It is because of the OPG that discussion of a family Christmas card may have occurred from time to time during my youth but it was, in fact, never a credible threat to us children.*

Although none of our imagined cards would have come close to the Kardashian Kristmas Kard (seen above), this picture still reminds me that x-mas cards can be embarrassing, no matter what your socioeconomic class.

KOB

Time Person of the Year Ain't No Shocker

2010-12-15T12:30:00.000-08:00

But the picture is! BAM.

Nicole Richie in Marchesa Wedding Dress = Perfection, Duh.

2010-12-15T12:24:00.000-08:00

The first picture of Nicole Richie's dress by Marchesa. Seriously. Leave it up to her to make women everywhere rethink their wedding choices.

Like.

KOB

The Anti-Social Network: Jesse Eisenberg

2010-12-15T11:43:00.000-08:00

"I live without a television and have for the last 10 years. I don't go to movies. I don't receive magazines. I try not to receive mail. I'm not aware at all of popular culture. Or unpopular culture. It's kind of strange to be part of something that has had some cultural impact because I have nothing personally to add to that discussion."

- The Social Network star Jesse Eisenberg tells Time magazine

This seems like such a waste of great coversation doesn't it?? I would love to be in his position. Imagine how much you could hear yourself talk, not to mention how relavent your opinion would be.

If you still haven't seen The Social Network, see my review HERE. Then go see it!

PEOPLE WHO ARE COOLER THAN ME: Co-Founders Claire and Erica from OfaKind.com

2010-12-15T09:29:00.000-08:00

KOB NOTE: I prefer to interview dope folks after other press outlets have covered all the boring stuff. Like, you know, what they do and how it works. Erica and Claire (founders of ofakind.com) appreciated this and in fact tweeted that my interview was "phenomenal.... can all of our interviews be w/ you?" I blush. And the answer is no.

Show Offs: Erica Cerulo and Claire Mazur

KOB: How and where EXACTLY did you guys meet and how did you know it would be a lasting friendship?

ERICA: We met at Bartlett Dining Commons at University of Chicago in 2002, at a table in the way back. How’s that for exact? A mutual frenemy—that’s really oversimplifying, but it would require about 3,000 words to explain that relationship—introduced us because Claire was dating a basketball player, and I had dated a basketball player my freshman year. So I had experience, or something. Also, it’s important to note that these were Division III athletes, so we weren’t in it for the chance that we’d become NBA WAGs.

Their First Date

KOB: What college did you go to?

CLAIRE: University of Chicago. They sell t-shirts at the bookstore that say "University of Chicago: Where Fun Comes to Die." The other motto is "Where the squirrels are cuter than the girls." Honestly, though? We love it so hard and are total geeks about it.

KOB: What were your jobs at the "concert production company" and were they real jobs?

CLAIRE: Erica was the chair. Two years in a row. It was unprecedented, really, for someone who was not a 4th year to be promoted to that position. But she did it. She was great at it. I was Volunteer Coordinator and decidedly terrible at it, but I also had a car which meant that I got to drive the talent around. I wasn’t good at that job either because I’m a dangerously bad driver, but I can be charming so I think that made up for it. I had some really special car rides with Rufus Wainwright, Mitch Hedberg, and the dudes from Jurassic 5.

And no, these were not real jobs. They were the furthest thing from real jobs you can imagine.

Bonus fun fact because I can’t find the picture of that sign: At one point Erica started dating someone else involved in the organization, and she was really concerned about the conflict of interest. As in: almost didn’t date him because of it. But, also: they’re still dating now.

KOB: Who did I meet before? Was I nice? God I hope so. And if the answer is yes, how did you remember me? I hope it was my name cause I have been trying to brand strangers brains with a sing song name for too long.

CLAIRE: You met me! Yes, you were really nice. That's your gig, right? Being super sweet?* We met at the Gen Art New Garde show that they did at the old "Tunnel" space. I obviously remember your name but I also remember that everybody was really excited to see you. I guess you used to work in the NY office and had moved to Chicago or LA?** So everyone was all, "oh Kelly's coming back! Kelly’s coming!" You lived up to the hype.

I was told this was a costume party.....right.

KOB: We (clearly) share the same obsession for emerging artists, whatwiththegenarttiesandall. Are you married to emerging designers or do you welcome any brands to work with you? (P.S. I won't believe you if you say NO.)

CLAIRE: We love working with emerging designers because they’re at such an exciting point in their careers and they’re usually designing for themselves and their friends, so you can see their personalities directly translated in their aesthetic. It works well for our model because we tell their stories and you can see those stories played out so literally in the products we sell from them.

Right now we’re focused on the emerging design community but who knows how we’ll grow a year or five years from now--there are so many options for expanding the business which is one of the reasons it’s so exciting. I think we’re definitely open to working with bigger brands, but it would have to happen in a way that feels consistent with our goals and right for the model. We’re pretty intent on not rushing into anything just for the sake of it.

KOB: How far ahead have you secured designers? It seems like a HELLA lot of work.

Claire: It is a lot of work, but also so much fun, because we end up getting to know all of these designers really well and feeling really affectionate towards them. They’re all kooks in their own special ways, and so are we, so it’s perfect. Each week brings a different product and personality to show off and a different audience to market it to, so it never gets boring.

In terms of how far ahead we have stuff secured--we have some products secured for March and April because certain designers need to plan that far ahead if they’re doing their production overseas--but we’re still filling in some slots before then too. Every designer has different productions methods and time lines so we have to work around it all--put together a puzzle based on when and what people can deliver. It’s a bit of a circus in that way.

KOB: What do you LOVE about the other one?

ERICA: I love that Claire is really excitable. Like, there is jumping around and squealing at times, and you really need that the stay motivated and to remind yourself why you’re doing this. Also, she will talk to anyone. No, really, anyone. I am overly conscientious at times and worry about bothering people, but she will walk up to someone and say, “Hi, we just started this company...”

CLAIRE: Erica is ridiculously on top of things in a pretty calm and collected way. She's got her shit together. You’ll see below that this is also is my not-favorite thing about her, but in a business partner it is stellar. When I get in that mode where I’m anxious and convinced I'm forgetting something important, all I need is for her to tell me I'm not, and I trust her. I also trust that if I am forgetting something, she’ll remind me.

On Sale Today: All Knitwear for ofakind. Only 20 available. Giddyup.

KOB: What do you HATE about the other?

E: Sometimes Claire second-guesses things and wonders, “Should we do this? Is it too late to change that?” Once I make up my mind, I move on, and so it’s actually really good that we can balance each other out—that she can reconsider things and that I can say, “Ok, we’ve got to let it go.”

C: Okay, so this is hard to answer, because all these pansey people we work with are into this “hate-is-a-strong-word-do-you-really-mean-it” vibe, and it’s seeping into my veins. So I’m just going to say that the thing that drives me crazy about Erica is that she is the type of person who has 4 cheese-grater-pasta-server-in-ones stored in her closet on the off-chance that she has a housewarming party to go to and is without a gift. And she sent hand-written thank you cards via real mail, even in college, when most people could barely get it together to change out of pajamas for class. It’s all well and good until you start to wonder if she’s holding you to the same standards that she holds herself to and that’s a pretty dangerous path to go down.

KOB: What roles do each of you play?

E: In short, Claire handles the retail, and I cover the editorial. But, I mean, the two of us are the only people working on this full-time, so we basically do everything—including things we never knew would be part of the process, like getting in touch with our payment gateway about processing American Express gift cards.

C: Also, I play the lunatic.

KOB: Are you besties?

E: We are—though I think we’re both past the point/age of calling anyone a best friend. But, besties, yes! The hard thing now is finding time to hang out when we don’t talk about work. Ok, so that has basically not happened since August! But it’s such a huge thing to have the relationship we do—I’ve known Claire’s fam since we were like 20, and Claire has been pals with my boyfriend since before we started dating.

Editors Note: You are never too old for a best friend.

KOB: Am I annoying?

E: NO! You are adorbs. Cross my heart, hope to die.

KOB: Any former Gen Art Alumni on the horizon?

E: Actually, the first designer we ever talked to about Of a Kind was Melissa Coker of Wren. We knew nothing. Is it possible to know less than nothing? If so, that was us. She was ridiculously sweet and helpful, and hopefully we’ll be doing an edition with here soon—right now we’re taking our time getting into apparel because of the issues with sizing.

KOB: If I made custom Kleenex boxes would you buy them? (see this post ). I think I am on to somethin'.

E: We would totally buy them, and we would help you get the word out, too. Actually, you should talk to designers who create their own textiles like Dusen Dusen, Mociun, and Mary Meyer—that would be some next-level facial tissue.

Bless You.
KOB

*OMG! Suckers.
** Nope, just plain ole captivating I guess.

Angelina Gets All the Best Dresses

2010-12-15T08:33:00.000-08:00

Case In Point

Chicago Event Invitation: Ani Lee Overture for Sofia

2010-12-15T08:27:00.000-08:00

Ever since Sofia hit the Gold Coast last year, the Chicago boutique has become a must-stop destination for shoppers both local and tourists alike. Going from peddling solely vintage goods and then on to include contemporary clothing, co-owner Ashley Zisook has ventured into the next realm of the fashion world, designing!

I had a couple questions for Ashley (as I was justifiably jealous when I received an invite for her first collection in conjunction with designer Ani Lee). Check out her responses below and make sure to stop by the event today.

How did you and Ani meet?
We met through a mutual friend, Kasey...I went to high school with her, and Ani went to college with her. Kasey was at the old location on Clark, when I told her that i was opening on Oak and adding new designers. I was actually leaving for LA market that next day. She told me i had to meet Ani, that her designs would be perfect for Sofia. the last day I was in LA, I stopped in her store on 3rd Street, and we instantly connected. Both of us have a very similar work ethic and creative vision. We work very well together...its like we have known each other our entire lives.

Where was this idea born?
Since we started carrying Ani Lee at Sofia, we cannot keep her dresses in stock! Everyone loves them...You feel beautiful when you wear one of her designs....we had talked about Ani creating a line exclusively for Sofia, but when the process started, we just both collaborated on the kinds of materials we wanted to use, the silhouettes, colors, etc....I never even realized I could actually design a dress. We would ichat each other, send the samples back and forth and Ani Lee Overture was created!

Can we expect to see more designs in the future from you??
Yes! Definitely! Ani has inspired me to go beyond anything i thought was possible!!

KOB

2010-12-14T10:14:00.000-08:00

My sister told me I need to be blogging more. I KNOW.

I am working on a present for y'all. Slow your roll.

Who What Wear Style Spotlight Get's it RITE.

2010-12-13T10:32:00.000-08:00

Kelly Osborne has become a face for the generation in terms of things much more important than fashion. However, whowhatwear.com has it very right with today's Style Spotlight.

Anyone who can rock that many looks deserves golf claps.

Haley Williams and 7 Year Old Rapper Bust It Freestyle

2010-12-12T14:46:00.000-08:00

Annoying Commercials: State Farm Edition

2010-12-11T09:13:00.000-08:00

Whilst awaiting Travor to arrive home from the orafice, I flipped on the tele and encountered quite possibly the most annoying spokesperson in recent commercial history.

Naturalllly my instinct was to snatch up my trusty MacBook (I use a mac! I'm cool!) and google "annoying state farm guy." To my delight, I realised* I am not, in fact, the first person to experience such feelings and actually Slate.com has already expressed my feelers. So why do the work?

In June of 2010 Slate.com published an occasional feature entitled, "Ad Report Card," in which readers sound off on their least favorite ads.

Erin M. states:
I nominate the new State Farm ads, with the annoying guy walking into the Figaro Cafe and commenting on insurance rates or cutting off the State Farm rep as she tries to talk. What a smug a**hole.

I couldn't agree more Erin M!

Slate replys:
Speaking of horrible spokespeople, who picked this disturbingly handsome dude? I'm convinced he got the gig because of his overly pleased, Tom Cruise-ian dimples and equally Cruise-ian ability to shake his head while smiling ever wider. First, he disturbs countless cafe patrons by talking loudly about the state of the insurance marketplace. (Watch the seated guy at the beginning of the spot shoot the camera an annoyed look.) Then he rudely and repeatedly interrupts when a State Farm agent attempts to inform us about insurance options (which seems a rather counterproductive move within the context of a State Farm commercial). Why are we being directed to pay attention to this unidentified jerk who wants to hear himself talk, instead of to that State Farm employee who wants to help us buy coverage? It makes zero sense. They should tell Mr. Handsome to go away and redredge his dimples or something.

I couldn't have said it better myself. What do you think of these commercials?

KOB

*words look fancier in the queens language, non?

Emoti-Cookies, Tattoos, and Visual Art Oh MY!

2010-12-10T15:56:00.000-08:00

If you are anything like my friend Rachel and me, you obtain an exorbitant amount of joy by utilizing emoticons (on BBM in particular) as frequently as possible. Preferably in lieu of real words.

I must be using them altogether too often because in my previous post the only way I felt I could communicate my exact feeling was to insert a dancing emoticon that I found by searching google images for "dancing emoticon."

I found this delicious looking emoti-cookie (?) and wondered where I could gets me some more. So, utilizing serious investigative reporting I clicked on the corresponding website and voila!

I found her! Kelly Diamond is a Winnipeg, Manitoba (that's Canada y'all) based artist who not only dabbles in the design of emoti-cookies but also in visual and tattoo art. Dope! I would trust anyone who can make such bad-ass looking cookies to design a forever work of art on my being.

Kelly and I emailed breifly and OBVI fell in love. (Although it may have been one sided.)

NEVERTHELESS

If you are looking for holiday gifts contact her at her website HERE. She is a one woman operation so be patient!

I have a feeling it is well worth the wait.

Highly Miley

2010-12-10T13:19:00.000-08:00

Oh dear. I fear we are entering the rebellious stage:

From girl holding camera: "oh yeah, girl. Get it. You need more. You are not as f#cked up as you think."

Translation: $$$$$$$$$$$$

Besties.

Gift Giving: Get in Shape Gurrl!

2010-12-10T12:56:00.000-08:00

They sure don't make em like they used to. Bracelets that double as arm weights? I spot a new trend.

KOB

Etsy Pick of the Day: Pass the Hand Soap - Literally.

2010-12-10T10:30:00.000-08:00

Ladies and Gentleman: I give you, Hand Soap.

Well, I have no words.

I don't know if this is the creepiest and/or most amazing gift idea ever.

But they will be mine, oh yes, they will be mine.

Dear Seth..

2010-12-08T14:10:00.000-08:00

I am sorry I drank all your Pepsi Max, is that why we haven't heard from you?

Rachel and I are going to be at the restaurant where Sharon Tate had her last meal (according to you) around when you get out of work this fine evening. Why don't you meet us so we can all kiss and make up?

Love, Kelly
(and Rachel)

If you are not following this conversation click and actually care click HERE.

More Holiday Music: Compliments of stuff i like

2010-12-08T10:10:00.000-08:00

I totally got caught up in the Holiday Magic of this song without doing further research. And now I have a present for you! Download the entire song for freeeee on the Target website alongside another one of the best Holiday songs of the year.*

Bishop Allen

Blackalicious

The other tune I am referring to is entitled Toy Jackpot and was written for Target by "one of the most popular groups in the independent hip-hop scene, Blackalicious." Srrriously, download it. I haven't been this 'cited since NKOTB released Funky Funky Christmas!

Download Free Holiday Music That Doesn't Suck Here!

KOB

*deemed so by me.

Holiday Songs That Don't Suck

2010-12-07T14:01:00.000-08:00

I have been meaning to start a list of songs that I deem appropriate for Christmas and/or Holiday celebrations. Clearly I have not completed (or started) this task but if I did THIS SONG from a new Target commercial would be #1!

That's right. Take a listen.

If I were an emoticon listening to this song, this is what I would look like:

But I wouldn't be a cookie. Incidentally, this is the dopest cookie I have ever seen. Stay tuned for more details on how to order.

Yet Another Reason Michael Buble Rulz

2010-12-06T17:07:00.000-08:00

Dear Facial Tissue Box Designers...

2010-12-06T16:50:00.000-08:00

Now THIS is what I am talking about.

Is it me or has the facial tissue industry been PAINFULLY slow on the uptake as far as marketing their product in a more visually appealing way? One would think (whatwithallthecollaborationsandsuch going on in the fashion, art and design communities over the last decade) that Kleenex (or the lesser referred to yet equally as soft, Puffs) would have been all over it.

But they have not been and it is very upsetting.

Trevis does the facial tissue purchasing around here because I just can't choose from the usual sea of vomit-inducing 70's/80's styled boxes.

SO. Imagine my delight when yesterday whilst utilizing the loo, I looked up to see the above work of art! What is this? I grabbed the box immediately and searched the bottom for information on a new collaboration, or a different "high end" name for this advanced box of art. But I got nothin' save for a description of why I should appreciate said box.

So what say you Kleenex Executives? Do we have more to look forward to? Or did one of your box designers go rogue and is unable to be located?

I hereby announce my candidacy to be the President of Creatives for a More Aesthetically Designed Tissue Box - no, dare I say - Tissue Encasement (if you will).

KOB

Game On: Kelly 1 Seth 0

2010-12-05T19:22:00.000-08:00

As you may have noticed, I recently posted an invitation to "hit the town" on this blog addressed to my friend Seth. Why? you ask. Well, I have decided that this is going to be my main form of communication with him. You see, Seth is of the rare and almost extinct species of man who does not utilize any form of communication save for a home phone, with an answering machine.

What makes him different than others of the same species is that he is not doing it to turn his nose up at "the man" and/or trying to "keep it real." He is even more rare - he simply doesn't want to talk to you.

If he had to make a statement to make it wouldn't be about technology taking over real relationships or the government's ability to track where we always are. NEH, Seth does not want to be in touch with you. Unless he wants to be in touch with you.

A man who although without a cell phone, pager, email address, twitter, facebook, instant messenger, BBM, foursquare etc. still utilizes the interwebs on a very consistent basis. He is not afraid of technology (nope!), again, he just doesn't want to be in touch with you.

After getting tired of hitting brick walls when turning to make a joke, or send a photo, or text a snide comment etc. it hit me in one of those clouds above my head that I know he reads this blog. So, BOOM. This is how I get around the home phone nuisance.

I WIN.

Did you HEAR? Another Season of ANTM Happened.

2010-12-05T13:20:00.000-08:00

There has never been a TV show that I have wanted to suck less than ANTM.*

However with each passing season I find my ability to sit through an entire episode an impossible feat and consequently, watch less and less episodes. This season I officially gave up. So, what is the problem?

Partnered with Vogue Italia, this season was about the "real high fashion models." That sounded very promising! Let's be honest, we have all been waiting for the proverbial elephant in the room to be addressed.**

The big names they secured for judges this year also sounded fancy as hell (no, I don't mean Mr/Mrs. Jay). The likes of Andre Leon Talley (every episode!), Patricia Fields, Diane Von Furstenberg, Patrick Demarchelier, Zac Posen and..and...and...like tons of reputable names. How they were able to secure such personalities remains a mystery to me but I imagine it had something to do with beefed up budget or possibly the economy....

ANYWAY

The season had all the trappings of a show that I could have named a favorite day of the week after. Except that it is still SO BORING. One would think that with the copious amount of pheromones raging through the house we at LEAST would get some bitch fights that detract from the monotony of another episode of "dramatic" hair cuts that allllways ends with the one girl who had her head shaved getting kicked off soon thereafter.

So, the winner was announced this week and the only reason I feel compelled to announce her is because Ann left her hometown a bullied tall lurch and is returning (doubtful) with a spread in Italian Vogue. Even if girlfriend never has another gig in her life, you can't buy that infusion of self confidence for any price.

And if it all doesn't work out, she has emerged as rocking one of the smallest waists alive, sideshow anyone?

Juskiddin' congrats to the underdog!

*America's Next Top Model to the layperson
**These past seasons have been packed with girls who do not look like any sort of model.

Color Me Happy: Gift Giving

2010-12-01T12:07:00.000-08:00

Uncommon Goods $110

According to Stylite, these Pantone colored mugs are one of the top five gifts to give your favorite nerd.

Considering the visceral reaction I had upon seeing these geniusly (?) simple mugs, I am of such species.

See the other gifts for the geek in your life HERE.

For Seth Romatelli

2010-11-29T19:10:00.000-08:00

What are the odds a couple of guys like us will see a girl like you this week?

Love, Kelly and Rachel

Buy Me a Present

2010-11-27T16:19:00.000-08:00

EH. MUH. GAW.

My body just had a visceral reaction upon viewing these pants. I swear on all that is holy, I will do anythin for them.. Except pay $900.

Damn you Shop Bop. Damn you.

Origin of an Eating Disorder

2010-11-25T19:03:00.000-08:00

Is that pizza I smell?


Forget Nutcracker, where is the nearest fast food joint?

poser.

A Question For Far East Movement

2010-11-24T14:09:00.000-08:00

Allow me a moment if you will.

The following are excerpts from the hit song "Like A G6" by Far East Movement.

Poppin bottles in the ice, like a blizzard
When we drink we do it right gettin slizzard
Sippin sizzurp in my ride , like Three 6
Now I’m feelin so fly like a G6
Like a G6, Like a G6
Now I’m feelin so fly like a G6

(Verse 1) Removed

(808) Hell Yeaa
Drink it up, drink-drink it up,
When sober girls around me, they be actin like they drunk
They be actin like they drunk, actin-actin like they drunk
When sober girls around me actin-actin like they drunk

Now, I ain't not s'expert on Sizzurp. So just to be sure I understand it correctly, I looked it up on the ole urban DICtionary.

Ahem.

Sizzurp:
A drink of cough syrup mixed with soda which is consumed out of a Styrofoam cup.

AND

Slizzurred:
Excessively drunk

So, if we break this down, I THINK there is a discrepancy in the lyrics.

According to Far East Movement:

IF Person A (who is a female) is Sippin sizzurp in my ride AND do[ing] it right then by their own admission he/she is gettin slizzard.

SO

Then it would be assumed these girls will be "slizzurred," or "drunk."

However, in the chorus the man admits that, When sober girls around me, they be actin like they drunk. I think this gentleman may be confused. Unless of course being drunk isn't the same as being slizzurred, but we already established (via urban dictionary) that they are, in fact, one in the same.

I propose this gentleman may in fact himself be, Slizzured.

That's what I am thinking about this Thanksgiving Eve. I pray to the universe that most of you, are not.

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2010-11-24T11:45:00.000-08:00

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Best. Cover. Ever. (for realz this time)

2010-11-22T18:26:00.000-08:00

Loves it.

I swear it is not because Angelina can do no wrong. This could be (almost) anyone on the cover. The colors are divine. Just. Divine.

Gap Goes Cool Hunting

2010-11-22T12:19:00.000-08:00

The first ever Cool Hunting Pop-Up store has launched today in conjunction with the Gap located at Gap's 5th Avenue and 54th Street gallery space in NYC. Hundreds of locally designed limited edition gifts are all being showcased under one roof hand picked by the Cool Hunting editorial staff.

"Cool Hunting is about honoring designers and artists who embrace true craftsmanship," said Josh Rubin, Founder and Editor in Chief of Cool Hunting. "It's awesome to be partnering with Gap to offer a platform for the work of so many talented New York artisans and visionaries. The shop offers our dedicated fans and shoppers a physical place to experience the extraordinary creativity that inspires our site. I want to keep one of everything." Whatevs.

It sounds amazing. Here are a couple of items you can find: limited-edition Cool Hunting collaborations including a Mast Brothers chocolate bar [$10], custom made kimono-covered skateboards by Zillion [$650-750], a cycling cap from Outlier [$90] and the highly coveted Jawbone Jambox x Cool Hunting Speaker in limited edition green [$200].

For events and deets see the Gap on Facebook.

And post some pics on this Blog's Facebook Page!

KOB

Dear Taylor Swift...

2010-11-22T10:50:00.000-08:00

Its cool Taylor, you can borrow bite off my hairstyle. We're still cool.

Love, KOB