Saturday, November 7, 2009

Genius' cheek to cheek...

I recently heard a terrible cover of this song... sad. It reminded me though, of how much I love this performance and the original song of course. Two of my favorite people in the music the industry tearing it up. The cheek to cheek ending is so intense.

Monday, October 12, 2009

So this is love...



I feel awful that I haven't posted about this sooner but in case you didn't know... I've met my match. Maren and I were engaged mid-September. I couldn't be more happy or more shocked about the kismet of our entire story. It's official! Emerald on the finger, date set, and my heart still throbbing each time I look her way. Cannot wait. I know... Perfect and sick all at the same time. Oh, Love. As i finish typing this it starts to rain...sigh. I am dizzy with it.

Sunday, August 16, 2009

"I heard you were crying in the breakroom which I have expressly forbidden..."


Just wanted to welcome back my friends from the best alternate reality out there. Can't wait to experience the music, clothes, color, angles, writing, love, anger, and most of all the dysfunction you have cooked up for season 3. Oh Mad Men! Tonight, tonight...

Tuesday, July 28, 2009

Roots...



Feeling grateful lately. I couldn't have asked for better.

Friday, July 17, 2009

Generally i like it...

I really liked the Marni Mens Spring '10 Show/Lookbook. It all seemed accessible, fresh and easily wearable. Also, in a strange way the accessories seem right. I mean "do it." Carry a wallet/clutch with your suit. Or get a tote packed with gold hardware. I also kept thinking of Beaker when I looked at the model with that long face and stance. Fits right in, no?







I liked it so much that I said to myself, "I don't remember Spring '09 being that great." But I am an idiot! Spring '09 was real real good. I dig the stick up on the side of the hair. Might try it. Also, the first model here gives me a stitch of comfort because him and i might have the whitest legs out there. Pale Pale Buddies.



Tuesday, July 14, 2009

Sick Muse...



You just don't need much to make a great video. Sunglasses...check. Sequin...check. Harsh lighting...check. Sparklers...CHECK!

Tuesday, July 7, 2009

R.I.P. MJ...

I know... in someway I think every human is a little sad that Michael Jackson died. It's not like I loved him currently or even kept up with his career but believe me when I say I was pretty addicted in my earlier years. Kayla and I caught a bunch of his videos the other day and I couldn't stop thinking about all the visual gems the Jacksons have given us. From the moonwalk to Latoya's current face... Serious Entertainment! Pieces of this strange video kept coming to me but I couldn't remember it exactly and finally Chris knew exactly what I was talking about, title and all. I went ape for this as a child. Enjoy it all over again or maybe if you are lucky... for the first time.

Wednesday, July 1, 2009

Muggle Style...

Only 14 days left until all of our eyes get to witness the milestone that is going to be Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince. I can't wait. This amazing layout of Emma Watson aka Ms. Granger just made me even more excited. I am here to say it again... Teen Vogue is so hip. They have to work harder and I think it shows. So patience kids, just stare at that white Burberry dress in the bottom photo and whatever that killer pelt is and countdown the minutes until we get our fill of Inferi, Pensieves, Patronus' and some all out brawls!! People are going to die... i am not ready.




Tuesday, June 30, 2009

Friday Night What?...


I know. I know. Yes, it's true. Dirk is watching this television show. And why? Because it is RIDICULOUSLY GOOD. I went wild last year and watched Season 1 so fast. Then for some totally stupid reason I didn't keep my addiction fed and just now got around to watching Season 2 and am making my way through Season 3. Everyone should seriously consider watching this. The acting is insane, the filming refreshing and the music rather good. i mean Julie has Goldfrapp posters on her bedroom wall for crying out loud. Coach and Mrs."T" rival the Cohen's from The OC as best TV parents ever. Watch it! Clear Eyes - Full Heart... CAN"T LOSE!!!

Sunday, June 28, 2009

Needs... NOT wants...

Word to the wise: Don't buy a house. Because you have to spend money on stuff like this...



And then you realize you could have bought these...

Same price... yuck! Sadly, I believe the Dries Van Noten contrast oxfords would get me further in life. The box would fit in my sisters car more easily and ya, I would wear them in my backyard while I tried to kill the gopher/mole(s) that are messing with my grass and sanity.

Saturday, June 27, 2009

It's time...


It's time to blog again.

Tuesday, April 21, 2009

Spring Is Here &...

Spring is officially here and I pretty much want everyone to look like this now. I know. I know. I never shut up about Christopher Bailey for Burberry Prorsum but get real with this collection. I've got the pale thing working for me but I just don't know how to get this thin without breaking the law. The plaid lining in the blazer towards the bottom... I'd take take a bullet for that tartan.










Monday, April 20, 2009

Ha-Ha-Hernia...



Thought this was a coincidental picture to stumble upon as I wrote "DVD Hernia... Gird Em'!" on a freshly packed box. Moving sucks... prepared or not.

Tuesday, April 14, 2009

The Presets...

So despite being at work late Maren and I busted it to see The Presets last saturday. After a stressful traffic experience we made it to the front of the stage during the third song into their set thanks to Jory and Jo saving some dance space. I was so excited when I heard they were coming back because it was one of the best live shows I saw last year. Despite their sound being too much for any small scale Salt Lake venue to handle (the sound blew twice) they were nothing short of amazing. You are so gross and then you just keep dancing because you are powerless. Here is the new video to "If I Know You." Strange and intriguing. Despite my hate of heat, if Diet Coke and Beef Jerky were involved, I would totally be down for a summer night bonfire dance party. Enjoy.

Monday, April 13, 2009

Je Suis Pathetique...

I don't even deserve to have a blog. I am awful at posting and it isn't even hard. I swear I went to Belgium and have some good photos. Not to mention, my life has been pretty wonderful as of late. Busy but wonderful. So here is a smattering of photos with one specifically for Sarah since she made a direct comment about the yarn I was spinning.









Monday, March 9, 2009

Belgium?....YES!

So my sister and i got wild and are going to Belgium. I don't even know what to expect except amazement and inspiration at every turn. I have so many Belgians that I follow, adore and admire but I chose to put this little photo of Rene Magritte (one of my very favorite artists). I can't believe a month has slipped by without me posting anything. Here is to travel! If for nothing else it will make good blogging material. Oh, and dear Dries and Ann, your fall 2009 shows in Paris were amazing yesterday. I am coming to see your stores in Antwerp. Do you need someone to run errands for you? I would work for scraps. Love, Dirk.

Saturday, February 7, 2009

Chills on the Dancefloor...

The really great thing about knowing someone with great music taste who gets jury duty is that they start to post a lot of stuff to your facebook page. Apparently the selection process is very boring but I was the recipient of some visual gems. 2 minutes and 48 seconds into this video I bust. So simple and beautiful. Also, her shoes are too good.

The band Keith is genius. This video kills me. But as I watched it something occured to me. It had a unique pace and angle that seemed familiar and then I read that it was directed by China Moo-Young. Did a little research off of a hunch and she had directed a short I saw at Sundance that has stuck with me for years. Just a quick but emotional story about a rather cool single dad who is struggling with his daughter getting older. Here is the preview for Juvenile. I really hope she is working on a full length feature because I want more!

Thursday, January 29, 2009

Eyebrows...



Thank You Robin!!! The balloon gets me every time.

Wednesday, January 28, 2009

Mens Fashion Week FW09...

So Mens Fall Fashion Week coincided with Sundance therefore I am way behind on checking out all the goods. So far it is pretty obvious that the word "recession" is officially in the air. Basics in neutral colors (mostly black) are coursing through the veins of menswear. That being said, it is still is looking pretty good to me. I immediately went to two of my favorites and yep, there are a few things I would gladly accept as gifts. First Dries Van Noten and secondly Christopher Bailey for Burberry Prorsum.






If anyone needs to know sizing for me just let me know. Also, is it wrong that I sort of really like that white tie on the last shirt? A little Amish chic never hurt anybody, right?

Tuesday, January 27, 2009

Sundance 2009...


Another amazing and exhausting year tearing it up at the Sundance Film Festival with Kathryn. it is truly an addiction at this point. The key elements of the 10 day whirlwind: Laughing, Waiting, Slipping, Stalking, Long dangerous walks in the pitch black of night, Frigid tempuratres,Eating whatever comes your way when it comes your way, Viewing, Voting, Praising, Mocking, NOT SLEEPING,Bad winter fashions, Puking, Being scared of other people puking, Fake nose-bleeds, loving and hating volunteers, Jo, Jory, Kayla, Christopher, Jenna, Seahorse socks, Shuttles, Shuttles that get hit by cars, & finally some Yogurt Pretzels & Wasabi Fried Peas. Chimay!!!









(i swear the next post will be about the films that i loved... and maybe some that I hated.)