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noreply@blogger.com (Dani) — Sun, 31 Jul 2011 19:47:00 +0000

Stripey McStriperson

noreply@blogger.com (Dani) — Fri, 15 Jul 2011 06:31:00 +0000

If only that were a real name. I'd be Mrs. McStriperson so quick!

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Nerd Crush: Donald Glover

noreply@blogger.com (Dani) — Sun, 10 Jul 2011 21:47:00 +0000

Quirky actor, childlike comedian and gangsta rap masta. Everything a silly girl could ask for, plus he looks good in glasses. I can't help myself! Nerd Crush:

Why I Love Sleeveface

noreply@blogger.com (Dani) — Thu, 07 Jul 2011 22:24:00 +0000

Before you say anything, I know,I know, It's not the newest meme on the planet and you're probably thinking to yourself "Sleeveface is so 5 minutes ago, it's all about planking now!" but FYI I don't care it's still hilarious! (Also FYI nobody says FYI anymore.)

I used to think of the art of Sleevefacing as amateur humor at best. "Oh, look at that guy. He owns albums! Then I finally tried doing one during a thrift hunt gone wrong a couple weeks ago. Just so you know, that mess is hard! This eye opening experience has given me a new appreciation for this musical art appreciation. It's the same reason we all can't help but like Kanye songs...you know because he pumps up old classics with new raps. (or whatever the kids are calling them these days) Sleeveface is exactly that, a pumping up of an old form of musical recognition and a silent scream of support for album art in all it's forms.

So go loose a couple hours of you life on Sleeveface's Blog or follow Sleeveface on Twitter, because this baby will never be yesterdays news... even though planking IS pretty cool.

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Beach Ready Brights

noreply@blogger.com (Dani) — Sat, 02 Jul 2011 22:19:00 +0000

Yup that's the scent of burning bodies strolling in with the breeze...which means it's summer summer summer time. (Don't worry, I sang that in my head too.) Break out your beachtowels and go highfive somebody in electric blue Ray Bans because it's time to go swimming people!

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Color Class: Princess Pink

noreply@blogger.com (Dani) — Sat, 25 Jun 2011 21:37:00 +0000

Some girls don't like pink. Those are the girls I punch in the face on the playground. Just kidding, I'm not that aggressive I just sing a hippie rendition of "give pink a chance" while I sway back inforth in my ruffle dress. I was a weird kid....

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Video Muse: Finding Fionna

noreply@blogger.com (Dani) — Wed, 22 Jun 2011 19:19:00 +0000

Can sombody please let Fionna Apple out of the closet!? ....no really she's hididng in the closet in this video. Sorry I spoiled the surprise, but you'll enjoy this throw back anyway. Video Muse!

The Same Feel:

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Such a Betty

noreply@blogger.com (Dani) — Wed, 15 Jun 2011 19:42:00 +0000

Famous, fabulous or infamous. Everybody loves a Betty.

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Grunge Mud Plunge

noreply@blogger.com (Dani) — Mon, 13 Jun 2011 20:50:00 +0000

There's something comforting about not having to take showers or groom what so ever and still feel fashionable. Oh, the 90's! We miss you dearly! While hunting for these dirty photos (whatever you add to that is you're own filth) I fell back in love with that classically dysfunctional couple Courtney Love and Kurt Cobain, or as Tif and I now officially refer to them as "Kurtney," I'm making them my official mascots for the 90's grunge outbreak! Congats Kurtney. You've earned this one.

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Why I Love Mens Magazines

noreply@blogger.com (Dani) — Fri, 10 Jun 2011 18:02:00 +0000

Since the dawn of time women have read! Ok, that's not completely true...but you get where I'm going here right? Reading > Literature > Articles > Magazines. Good? Great! Women's magazines are great for me when it comes to short waits in hair salons and long drives to Vegas, but ever since Jane Magazine deceased, my brain has had trouble getting back into the standard female zine inspiration mode. I mean, a girl can only do her makeup so many ways, learn so many new workout regimes and diet so many times before she starts wondering, is this what I want to be reading every month? In my head I said no, but on the outside I wasn't ready to give up my precious floppy puff pieces and visual stimuli. So, I turned to men's mags...and heres why:

The simplicity of it all. Men think differently then us and their magazines show it. Yes. You will find many a bikini clad female and lose all of the "how-to" help we females thrive on (like make-up help obviously) but men's magazines do have a standard theme of articles that will make your educated brain happy.

1: New's Worthy in Depth Pieces. Ever wondered if three young teenage boys could survive for nearly 3 months (in pretty much a row boat) in the middle of the ocean with no food and lots of masculine attitude? Neither did I...but now we don't have to because men's mags feature odd ball earth news like such in a way that even we can enjoy! (I didn't realize they could eat the fish raw until way later, I must have forgotten sushi existed)

2: Edgy Entertainment Updates. Not just frat boy films either! On occasion I see these boys break out with an article on "movies your girlfriend will drag you to" and then rank them on which the gents will hate least. Nifty and useful for us girls no? Not to mention great suggestions on TV, music and going out spots that women's mags seem to glaze over every month.

3: Hot Man Eye Candy. Well dressed men! GUARANTEED!!! Because...well...they dress them well. Simple, enjoyable and you won't feel like a teeny bopper or a lonely spinster while you stare and oogle. Plus learn how to dress you're man, update your own personal ironic mens clothes collection (I found some sick headphone in a June issue I must buy!) and I mentioned all the gorgeous man figures inside right?

Let me clarify, I don't hate women's mags. That's honesty not where I'm going with this, but we can all admit in this safe zone that part of them are utterly annoying and typical. There are useful articles in your Vogues and your Elles, but sadly none of the issues out there have presented themselves in a full fledged powerful and insightful manor as Jane did for me. I'm not saying I'm off women's mags for life, I'll wait and search for my Jane Mag replacement until the cows come home, but until that day comes... I'm men's mags all the way.

My top 2 suggestions: GQ Magazine (1 year=$19.99) Nylon Guys (1 year=9.95)

Buy them, read them, enjoy and comment below with your favorite mag obsession. I'd love to know what everyone else is reading out there!

xo, Dani

6 Ways To Wear It: The Crop Top

noreply@blogger.com (Dani) — Fri, 03 Jun 2011 21:32:00 +0000

Summers coming. I know you can feel it. That pre-mature burning sensation your skin gets from so called "fun in the sun." Ok so maybe I'm a little bit of a summer downer, but at least I've got outfits to look forward too...ladies...grab you scissors!

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You can fly. You can fly. You can fly.

noreply@blogger.com (Dani) — Mon, 30 May 2011 17:39:00 +0000

As you exit the aircraft, be sure to gather all of your belongings. Objects left behind will be distributed evenly among me and my fellow stewardesses. If you're going to leave anything, please make sure it's something valuable...aaaaaaand thank you for flying Pan American airways!

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Nerd Crush: John Krasinski

noreply@blogger.com (Dani) — Wed, 25 May 2011 22:08:00 +0000

Let's talk about chick flicks for a second. (Gentlemen cover your ears...or well...eyes) Who hasn't seen Something Borrowed yet? If you are raising your hand in a "me" sort of way I request that you get your bum into the next showing of this stat. Why you say? Simply because our Nerd Crush of the week, John Krasinski here does the funniest adorable/cute boy combo I've seen in a great while. It was very squee worthy and I'm a crushn' hard yo! Proof below:

Photos from WeHeartIt

Color Class: Beige

noreply@blogger.com (Dani) — Fri, 20 May 2011 22:43:00 +0000

Well Dani got busy again and now she's begun to speak of herself in the 3rd person. I always plan to do so much and forget that I have to take time to do a happy moment blog. Dani is gunna do better from now on. Pro-me decision :) Color Class: Beige, you know neutrals are my thing.

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6 Ways To Wear It: The Braid

noreply@blogger.com (Dani) — Wed, 11 May 2011 19:38:00 +0000

When you were little did you ever try to braid your Barbie's hair? I did! It was horrible practice because 1: it was way too short and 2: it was pretty much plastic hair, but boy was it fun! Maybe that's why now as grown folk we girls still like to rock a braid now and again. Here's 6 ways to wear a braid today to help bring back those childhood memories.

PS: If you're scrapbook-y and like to browse on Etsy check these new paper dolls I'm making in vintage inspired outfits that are up in my new crafty shop Nerdy Strawberry!

photos from: WeHeartIt

Springtime Picnic

noreply@blogger.com (Dani) — Fri, 06 May 2011 22:14:00 +0000

Loving the summer sun here in the CA and also hating it! Boy are rays hot sometimes, anywho it's got me dreaming of the spring lovin' that is right around the corner once the breeze comes back. Anybody up for a little springtime picnic?

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Sunday Obsessions: Nerd Fangirl Edition

noreply@blogger.com (Dani) — Sun, 01 May 2011 18:10:00 +0000

Hey kidlets. Happy May! I love the smell of a new month...smells like freshly baked bread and boy do I like carbs! Speaking of carbs (not really, but go with it) here's some nerdy fangirls obsessions that have blossumed this week:

Firstly and most importantly! Tif tweeted me this awesome blog called Nerd Boyfriend which is basically a step by step way to make your significant other (or just some guy that hangs out near you) epic and nerdy in one swoop. Bookmark it ladies!

I heart this shirt and I heart Brian Krawkow! He can hide up in my tree anynight and for those of you with Netflix account who want to relive poor Krawkow's pain and sufferings Netflix has the entire My So Called Life Series on watch instantly right now....I know!

Weezer gets some fangirl status from me simply because I feel like I grew up with them. My always extra cool friend Jessica in elementary school listened to them way back when and inturn introduced them to me. Hearts all around!

This is just a nerdy love. These painting by Anna Tillet are quite heartable and I love the bunny in the ironic basic striped shirt and mute face. Plus every nerd girl appreciates a monocle.

...and last but ceratinly not least. My Boss-man Chris Hardwick (and #1 nerd inspiration) is coming out with a book soon! If you want to take your nerd brain and make it work for the better (productivity and goal setting wise) preorder it here! I really excited...no really.

Hugs and more hugs! Love, Dani

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Hipster Gypsy Boho

noreply@blogger.com (Dani) — Tue, 26 Apr 2011 20:24:00 +0000

Those are the three words I used to search up these jems! Probably because hipster gypsy is secretly my dream career, but mostly because they're the three key words that make things timeless. Break out your guitar, take me under a tree and sing me some tales of youth and adventure...

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Video Muse: Bright Bicycle Beauty

noreply@blogger.com (Dani) — Fri, 22 Apr 2011 23:15:00 +0000

While I was blog browsing a couple days ago, I ran across this super adorable video on Amanda'sProject. It's a bright colored vintage esk ad for Kate Spade NewYork done by Evan Savitt and staring the greatest bicycle anyone ever did see!.... ok well there's a cute girl riding it too...but stop listening to me and take a look!

The Same Feel:

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Nerd Crush: Andy Samberg

noreply@blogger.com (Dani) — Thu, 21 Apr 2011 18:36:00 +0000

This week's nerd crush is funny man Andy Samberg. You know him from the newest fancy cast of NBC's SNL or from his quirky cameos on movies like I Love You, Man. I personally know him more now from listening to his interview on the Nerdist Podcast yesterday! It was super adorable and excessively nerdy so now you are here Mr. Samberg. Welcome to the crush list! and let us all enjoy staring at you. :)

photos from weheartit

Bright & Casual Nautics

noreply@blogger.com (Dani) — Sat, 16 Apr 2011 20:14:00 +0000

So let's talk about water. It's not just an uneven combination of hydrogen and oxygen or anyone who's honest's favorite drink. It's a thing that is traveled on too and when crossing over such an odd life forming specimen of the earth (our bodies are mostly made up of water) we all must dress appropriatly, it's the polite thing to do! This is what I define as appropriate... happy sailing and take an extra peek at that white nautical dress towards the middle, it's up in our Ebay Store right now. ;)

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Color Class: Seafoam Green

noreply@blogger.com (Dani) — Sat, 16 Apr 2011 00:57:00 +0000

Hiya kiddos! Guess what we're doing today? Yup... a little Color Class for your eyes. This ones a lovely spring color that should honestly be an Easter staple, but for some reason gets looked over. Not to mention it's everyone's favorite guitar color. Am I right or am I right? Enjoy...

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My Lookbook: Comfy Colors

noreply@blogger.com (Dani) — Fri, 08 Apr 2011 20:17:00 +0000

Cindi, Tif and I snuck in some Disneyland after going to our third straight WebSoup taping last Tuesday. (We're addicted to both) These beautiful sea foam green boxes I'm standing in front of are the lockers located next to the park entrance. We fell in love! ...and took some shots.

I'm wearing a burnt orange extra long scarf, thrifted bright blue hoodie, cuffed skinny jeans, red TOMS slipons and the cutest Princess Leia hair puffs ever! (self declared)

Smarty Pants Plaid

noreply@blogger.com (Dani) — Wed, 06 Apr 2011 20:35:00 +0000

Plaid is magical and here's some reasons why...

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6 Ways To Wear It: The Cape

noreply@blogger.com (Dani) — Sat, 02 Apr 2011 02:24:00 +0000

I know winter is over (pretty much) but since the last "6 Ways To Wear It" I've wanted to do a feature on capes. I feel they're an unappreciated vintage signature that most people view as unwearable or over the top which makes me so sad! Capes (when worn right) can be an intense statement piece and when thrown over some grungy jeans or a cocktail dress they can finish off a seemingly standard outfit and make it unique in the greatest sense. Check out the capes below and please please please consider breaking one out this year! You'll thank me for it later...

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