Olga Turka

Who Rocked It Better?!?!? Olga Turka vs. Freddy Krueger vs. Kurt Cobain

2011-07-07T02:08:00.001-04:00

VS.

(At the Night hotel in NYC, I'm rocking Marc Jacobs avaitors, on sale $120 from $300, a Forever 21 cropped tank $8.90; The Limited bib Filigree necklace, on sale $14.99; Express Silk Shorts, on sale $19.99; Penny Loves Kenny gladiator sandals, on sale $70 in Soho; Vintage snakeskin clutch, $18)

Happy Birthday, America!! You rock!!

2011-07-01T17:49:00.001-04:00

Lips clutch, Luluguiness.com

Jeffrey Campbell Lita's, Solestruck.com

HAVE A HAPPY AND SAFE WEEKEND! PARTY HARD :)

Savage Beauty

2011-06-28T00:00:00.007-04:00

Went to Alexander McQueen's exhibit, "Savage Beauty," at the MET last month. Can we say holy sensory orgasm?!?!? Upon entering the exhibit, my friend and I immediately had goosebumps and chills. It was incredible to read about the late designer's influences, as well as see these AMAZING, unimaginable pieces/works of ART up close and personal. I plan to see the exhibit again before it's run at the MET ends - it was THAT amazing! You have until July 31st to see the exhibit... Get yo' ass over there and GET INSPIRED!!!

You can see this SICK dress created by robots (?!?!?) during his 1999 show in the exhibit (do yourself a solid and watch this video!! It is what EVERY fashion show should be - a SHOW):

I wasn't allowed to take any pictures inside the exhibit, but here's some pictures of me acting like an immature idiot in the prestigious museum. As you will soon learn in these few photographs, I love men in uniform, phallic photo ops, guacamole and Vespas.

I'm rocking Valentino sunglasses (sale $120 from $300, Nordstrom), an H&M blazer (sale, $20), an Urban Outfitters skirt (sale, $10), a bought the wrong size cropped Hanes tank, Joyce Leslie necklace ($8), Free People anklets (sale, $10 each), M. London leather bag (graduation gift from Mama Turka), and never worn men's brogues $3.99 at Goodwill.

Mama, I'm coming home

2011-06-27T00:00:00.006-04:00

One of the greatest feelings in the world is to come home and visit your dysfunctional family (if they're dysfunctional in a good, amusing way) :). I never tire of my mom's unintentional hilarity, my father's sarcastic humor, endless home-cooked Turkish meals from scratch, and being near the beach.

In my parents' backyard, I'm rocking an ancient Arden B. kimono style silk dress (it was super cheap at $40), nude Old Navy slip, Vera Wang Lavender strappy wedges (on sale at Nordstrom!), vintage bracelets and evil eye bracelet from Turkey, Illamasqua nail colors, huge ring from Buffalo Exchange in Charlotte, and F21 "mother of pearl" grid ring.

Slang is a language that rolls up its sleeves, spits on its hands and goes to work. - Carl Sandburg

2011-06-15T17:23:00.007-04:00

Life in general has brought about some daily terminology I love to use. It simply spices up my vocabulary while simultaneously mocking seriousness, poking fun at the English language, and disintegrating the value of my cum laude college education. Without further ado, I bring you words I love to use and CHEERS to you if you begin utilizing these in your daily jargon as well :) :

1. "Kim Kardashian" - (noun) your ass, derriere, butt

(i.e., "Girllll, that dress is so tight your Kim Kardashian's showing.")

This word was brought about because Kim always wears those skin-tight Herve Leger type dresses that draw all eyes toward her tush. This may also be interchangeable with "Pippa Middleton," who is the new world renowned bearer of an awesome badonkadonk.

2. "Vanessa Hudgens" - (noun) your vagina, va-jay-jay, nether region.

(i.e., "This dress is so short, I fear my Vanessa Hudgens is showing."

or

"We're going to the beach tomorrow, make sure you shave your Hudgens.")

This was brought about due to this shocking-at-the-time-because-of-High-School-Musical (underage) nude photos of Vanessa that were blasted onto the internet showcasing her full bush and inappropriate poses.

3. "S & G" - (adjective) sexy and gorgeous

(i.e., "Suri Cruise's pumps are so S & G"

or

"Your vintage dress is so S & G")

This came about due to my best friend Cara and I discussing how lucky Shiloh Jolie-Pitt, who was gracing the cover of a tabloid, is to have the DNA of the most beautiful people on the planet and that she already is sporting the famous Jolie lips. And even though these days her get-ups make her look far more Ellen Degeneres than a Jolie-Pitt, her genetic makeup has her pegged as S&G for life.

4. "Beyonce weave"- (noun) hair extensions or fake hair

(i.e., 'Your hair is SO long, is it real?' 'No way, girlfriend. I'm rockin' my Beyonce weave.')

I came up with this due to the excessive abuse of weaves, hair extensions, and wigs by Mrs. Jay-Z, though she's a fly bitch. I rock clip-on extensions sometimes out of pure boredom and like to think of them as my ode to B.

5. "super" - (adjective) an exaggeration of the word "very"

(i.e., "Guys with beards and plaid pants are super freaking cute. Zach Galifianakis, do me!"

(As I watch a kid sticking his fingers near an electrical outlet while the parents are completely aloof) "Some people are super annoying. It should be illegal that they procreate." )

6. "bitch" - (noun) friend, fierce female and/or kick-ass woman

(i.e., "Talk to you later, bitch" or "Cheers, bitches!")

My "bitch" Cara and I began using this term after hearing Paris Hilton and Nicole Richie refer to each other as "bitch" during the first season of The Simple Life. Much to the utter disgust of others in earshot, we continue to use it to this day.

Seether, Gramercy Theatre NYC, 5/24/2011

2011-06-12T22:35:00.001-04:00

Seether has consistently been one of my favorite live rock bands. They speak very little and keep it all about the music, which I prefer in concert because it keeps the energy continuously flowing. This small, yet powerful, band hailing from South Africa rocked the night away by opening with "Gasoline" (which I love blasting in the car), covering Nirvana's "Heart-Shaped Box" (though I prefer their cover of "Careless Whisper"), and closing the night off with "Remedy" as their encore.

(bassist Dale Stewart & I)

(I'm rocking a Limited blazer, on sale $20; Vintage bowtie; Ozzy T-shirt from Loehmann's, $9.99; Hurley shorts from Century 21 $14.99; Spiked Murano Glass ring, gift from friend; brogues you can't see from Goodwill Men's section, $3.99)

Carolina Rebellion, May 7, 2011 @ Metrolina Expo in Charlotte, NC

2011-06-06T20:29:00.001-04:00

When I first heard about Carolina Rebellion, I was super excited because on the same bill were a few bands I often see separately. This music fest of rock had 30,000+ attendees, mainly from the South and it automatically sounded like a fun and unique experience. I convinced my friend Andres, a huge concert devotee as well, to get tickets and go on a roadtrip adventure down to the show.

The 10 hours it takes to drive there is quite scenic (I've never driven south of Virginia) and as you pass each state line, the people become even friendlier. One thing I love about music festivals is that even if you don't like every single band performing, it is the best people watching experience. To see unfamiliar folk letting their hair down is quite amusing, to say the least. Charlotte is a super cute, clean, quiet city with the friendliest and most polite people I've met to date.

Places I HIGHLY recommend to visit:

1. Smelly Cat coffeehouse (I was sucked in as soon as I ordered an iced soy latte and the ice was crushed for me...super yummy snacks too)

2. Buffalo Exchange (super cute vintage/consignment with reasonable prices)

3. Aloft hotel's WXYZ lounge...super chic, quirky and modern decor with reasonable drink prices. There's a patio to sit outside and the indoor area is adjacent to a movie theatre! Genius!

Here's my adventure in pictures...ENJOY:

1. Scenic view of beautiful America.

2. 311 on the West Virginia sign...hell yeah!

3. More of the gorge USA

4. The entrance to mayhem :)

5. My friend Andres and I in the crowd.

6. A fan showing his Carolina Rebellion patriotism through hair ties.

7. This super fan shouted "Osama dead, we got 'im!" Super happy dude :)

8. My outfit for the show...rocked a very old shirt from Urban Outfitters, Forever 21 shorts, Lips sunglasses from Five Below for $5, Steve Madden studded bag, Betsey Johnson black studded belt, Lucky Brand leopard belt, my decrepit Michael Kors biker boots (which you cannot see in the pic).

9. I needed two belts to protect me from these hooligans...just kidding, I couldn't decide which so I wore both!

10. Rednecks with red necks.

11. Awesome hairdo from a fan. LOVE it!

12. Skillet performing...they always have an amazing stage presence and I adore their incorporation of string instruments.

13. Bullet for My Valentine...these guys are LOUD! :)

14 & 15. 30,000 + people

16. Seether! Always loved their live shows, they NEVER disappoint!

17. Stone Sour - not bad, not great

18. Godsmack - Sully's one of my all-time favorite vocalists and I wish their sound guy was better for this show. They usually sound AMAZING.

19. Avenged Sevenfold is insanely great on stage, always high energy! I was SO glad they were the headliner for this show. I'm still obsessed with their universally relatable song "Almost Easy," though "Nightmare" is fun too.

20. Rock and roll lesbian! Awesome! :) And dude, everyone knows you're a lesbian haha.

21. Our departure from the festival which produced a semi-creepy pic. Love it!

22. Smelly Cat Coffeehouse...delicious and highly recommended. It's quaint, cute, and puts any Starbucks to shame.

23. I'm rocking a Forever 21 jumper and Minnetonka moccasin booties in downtown Charlotte.

24. Drinking my current fave drink, Calimocho (red wine + diet coke), at the XYZ lounge.

25. I want this skull in my yard, asap. I obsess over mosaic tiling and this is by far the best thing I've ever seen. The interior, which you can walk in, is all done the same way. Skulls + mosaic tiling = I'm VERY happy.

Rock & Roll Queen

2011-05-12T05:59:00.000-04:00

Here's a short outfit post showcasing how I tend to dress in my daily life. Today, I was running errands like crazy! Though daily activities may seem daunting and mundane, just by adding a little animal print, you're ready to take on the day. This song is on one of my driving playlists, which also gets me going ;).

"You are the sun,
You are the only one,
My heart is blue,
My heart is blue for you"

(I'm rocking a mens Hanes tank, Forever 21 pencil skirt, Express studded belt, mens H&M leather cuff, and Minnetonka moccasin booties)

Be myyyyy,

be myyyyy,

BE MY LITTLE ROCK & ROLL QUEEN

(Love this song by The Subways...SO fun! I especially heart it when he lets out that rock and roll screammmmmm)

“We are the music makers, and we are the dreamers of dreams”

2011-05-05T17:42:00.000-04:00

(Georgetown, DC)

Sometimes a piece you buy can serve other purposes than originally intended. For example, this blue one piece jumper I bought last year in Soho is awesome for its royal blue color and ease. However, sometimes I feel like Violet Beauregarde from Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory in it. So, I've decided to lower the strapless top to my waistline, hence creating a perfectly baggy harem pant. Though it works either way, I love this inexpensive item even more now that it's more versatile!

(I'm rocking Dior sunglasses, Banana Republic necklace, mens Hanes tank, blue one-piece jumper purchased in Soho last year for about $25, Zara shoes)

“A little nonsense now and then, is cherished by the wisest men.”

Who Rocked It Better?!?!?

2011-05-04T17:00:00.002-04:00

VS.

Olga Turka vs. Peggy Bundy from Married With Children

(I'm rocking a Banana Republic necklace, H&M top, American Apparel leggings, Simply Vera Wang nude pumps, Michael Kors Astor bag)

**Peg Bundy will always be a style icon of mine since we both have an infatuation with big red hair, tight leggings, high heels and animal prints ;) **

The Kills @ TLA, Philly 4/27

2011-04-28T03:13:00.002-04:00

This Wednesday, I had an awesome day adventure in Philadelphia before The Kills show at the Theater of the Living Arts (one of my favorite intimate venues back in the day). The weather was insanely warm and the rain held off so I could wander the streets and shops aimlessly. South Street has some sick vintage, friendly stylish people and quirky boutiques that kept me entertained all day. Here's my day in pictures:

1. Ben Franklin Bridge

2 & 3. I'm rocking Dior sunglasses, a $5 tank from H&M, a $10 sale skirt from H&M, a $10 belt from Marshall's ages ago, beat to shit Michael Kors biker boots, and Michael Kors Astor satchel bag (I own practically the entire Astor collection...love my "daddy," Michael Kors!)

4. Entrance to South Street

5. Lovely skeleton...I have an obsession with skeletons long before it was cool. I remember when I used to wear skeleton print sneakers and people thought I was nuts.

6 & 7. Mosaic art...I OBSESS over mosaic tile and it's absolutely a motif I will incorporate in my home one day.

8. Dior sunglasses & Wilma Flinestone hair

9. Theater of the Living Arts

10. "South Philly Cheesesteak" from Ishkabibble's. INCREDIBLE! Friendliest staff ever, too...located right across from theater.

11. Bathroom grafitti that was an ode to Rihanna, thanking her for making S&M mainstream. Too funny.

12. My jewels...(from left to right) Forever 21 ring, Old Navy leather stud bracelet, personalized leather bracelet from Disney, faux snakeskin H&M bracelet, Marc Jacobs protection bracelet

13 - 15. The Kills: Jamie Hince & Alison Mosshart

The Kills put on a great show with Alison's intoxicating voice belting out passionate lyrics about scorned love. She was awesomely jerking about the stage and staring off rather insanely, as if she became "crazy" because of her jarring experiences with former lovers. Jamie Hince (Kate Moss' man) really supported her with furious guitar playing and backup vocals. This duo obviously has a natural connection with each other and has no trouble switching between instruments without hesitation, hence creating a great vibe that kept the crowd clapping and dancing along. Check out their new album, Blood Pressures. Here's the video for their song that got me into them, Satellite.

Crush it!

2011-04-27T12:23:00.000-04:00

Few things I've been into this week...

1. Big retro "bangs" and high ponytail...not sure if it's retro or Wilma Flinestone? Having fun with it, nonetheless.

2. OPI Black Shatter from the Katy Perry collection...sold out for weeks, I was swindled at Ricky's NYC for $14 for this nailpolish (it sold out the next day)...but, you can find it on amazon.com for about $8. Makes a great topcoat and is extremely fun to layer. I layered mine over a white nailpolish and put a clear glitter over the shatter.

3. Vintage bib/statement necklaces...LOVE these unique pieces that instantly transform a tired, old t-shirt into something far more interesting.

Currently headed to Philadelphia for The Kills and Cold Cave show at the TLA...cue that Bruce Springsteen song, the Rocky steps and the Liberty Bell...oh, and amazing cheesesteak!

Ugly Black Betty

2011-04-22T06:23:00.000-04:00

(I'm rocking an ancient hand knit sweater from Express (back when they used to make great quality shit), sheer black top from The Limited, black sequin bra from H&M, Diesel black twill pants, and HUGE wedges from Forever 21, prescription Derek Cardigan glasses)

I LOVE Ram Jam's "Black Betty"...it immediately makes me think of that super badass scene in the movie Blow where Johnny Depp is walking down that airport hallway ...and anything that makes me think of Johnny Depp is cool with me.

(video courtesy of YouTube)

Rain, Rain Go Away

2011-04-11T00:15:00.000-04:00

"I was up above it...Now I'm down in it"

(I'm rocking a Michael Kors leather jacket, Express cropped sweater, BCBG harem pants, Burberry rain boots, and a Swatch watch)

"Rain, rain go away.

Come again some other day."

She says she likes my watch

2011-04-07T05:51:00.000-04:00

Check out my SICK new timepiece I got at the Swatch store in Times Square ($70)....

It's part of the Jeremy Scott for Swatch collection.

I pray to the fashion gods thanking them for bringing me such a bad ass watch.

Jeremy Scott himself showing off his goods. I love the little wings on his jacket in this pic. I need them.

I think I may need to acquire the frame watch too. :-/

(for more info, www.swatch.com)

And, just for you, since I'm in such an "angelic" mood:

Who Rocked It Better?!?!?

2011-04-06T03:58:00.000-04:00

VS.

(I'm rocking a vintage hat from Reminiscence NYC, Zara coat, H&M corset)

Who rocked the vintage captain hat better?? Scott Weiland or Olga Turka??

And if I was from Paris

2011-04-05T05:46:00.001-04:00

*Go ahead, shake your ass to this song...I dare you NOT to!*

"If I was a man I'd make my move

If I was a blade I'd shave you smooth

If I was a judge I'd break the law

And if I was from Paris,

if I was from Paris

I would say

oOh La La La La La La"

(I'm rocking a vintage hat from Reminiscence NYC, $18; old Victoria's Secret Pink tank top; Michael Kors pants, $20 Bloomingdales outlet; Consignment shop jacket, $5)

Ghost Who Walks

2011-04-04T01:03:00.003-04:00

My sincerest apologies, first off, for some technical issues that prevented me from posting as often as I would like. But, without further ado...here we go, bitches!

I KNEW I had to post this ensemble for the simple fact that two homeless men in Hoboken told me that I was "stylin'" and that they liked my outfit. It's nothing but a hodgepodge of some of my favorite items thrown together for this casual Sunday.

So, the creepy sense I got from these nighttime photos made me think of ghosts...and then I thought about Karen Elson's "The Ghost Who Walks" (GENIUS, I know!). Her debut solo effort is rather impressive for someone I merely knew from the catwalk and fashion spreads. This fellow "Jill" of all trades demonstrates her singing and songwriting talents which successfully make a solid effort to escape the shadow of being a supermodel and Mrs. Jack White. I saw her and her band this past October at Irving Plaza and it was, for lack of a better word, very pretty. Her soft voice isn't remarkable but it is damn good, and her stage presence is mesmerizing, almost eerie. The song lyrics are interesting and the insanely awesome coordination of the band members' vintage inspired ensembles were some serious eye candy. Fashion rock it may be, but it's enchanting and I like this folky album when I want to relax from my typically loud and angry rock music choices. Rock on, Karen...and rock on, bitches!

(Below, I'm rocking a Michael Kors hooded leather jacket; Michael Kors sweater, Express snakeskin print leggings; Marc Jacobs aviators, Coach Chuck Taylors; Michael Kors rose gold watch, and a vintage clutch...obviously, if someone were to say, "Olga, who's your daddy??"...the answer would definitely be, "Michael Kors!!")

"The ghost who walks

she's on the prowl

for the man she loved,

he cut her down "

Party in the city where the heat is on

2011-03-20T20:22:00.001-04:00

I'm back, bitches! :) After a long week away in Miami, the 311 Caribbean Cruise to Turks & Caicos and Orlando, I'm back to the grind. Although I have many pics coming from my trip, I'm just posting this quick one of a $43 outfit I'm very proud of.

The brisk evening air in South Beach called for a bit of covering up for a night out with my girls, so I did so accordingly, Olga Turka style. I stayed at the Fashionhaus hotel that night, which I highly recommend for no other reasons than its incredibly awesome decor and affordable price. It's absolutely what I wish my house to look like one day!

(I'm rocking feather earrings from So Good in South Beach, $10; NY & Co Sweater, $10 clearance; American Apparel leggings, $13 clearance; Steven sandals from Nordstrom Rack, $10 clearance; vintage clutch from my cousin)

Hell's Kitchen

2011-02-28T01:06:00.002-05:00

So, my housemate Jen and I decided last minute to try selling some clothes, bags, shoes, books and more at the Hell's Kitchen flea market on Sunday. While we may not have sold much at all, we had a very relaxing and interesting day. What we didn't make in money we gained in people watching...it was so fun that we're headed back there in two weeks!

1. My roomie, Jen, standing by our stuff.
2. Me rocking a Zara coat, hat by Cara and Valentino Sunglasses.
3. A little guy rocking star-studded Chuck Taylor's with a matching scarf...I'm IN LOVE with his different colored laces.
4. This guy is like a Nordic Jesus...love him! I have a thing for Jesus Lumberjacks.
5. Loved this lady's patterned tights and mixology. She was totally working it at the flea market!
6. The little guy from photo #3 and his mom...obviously the great taste in sneakers is genetic.
7. Hottie rocking aviators and a dog so strong and big he was pulling him around the market.
8. Loved this lady's super orange hair and green coat...It was very striking. I wish I was her friend bc I would never lose her in a crowd.
9. Dude looks like a lady with the hottest legs ever.
10. Coordinating dog and owner...LOVE that they both have beards and black coats.
11. I love this...probably THE highlight of our day. I don't know which part of this ensemble I like best: the scrunchi, vintage button earrings, the fact that he padded his bra, the hot pink unitard or the red Chucks...LOVE LOVE LOVE.
12. A little french girl rocking a beret.
13. Our viewpoint from our stools.
14. Kurt Cobain look-a-like who is rocking the semi-homeless look perfectly.

**Super congrats to Trent Reznor for winning an Academy Award...2011 is looking super awesome already! :) **

Pimpin' out my bachelorette pad

2011-02-26T17:40:00.002-05:00

Just purchased these two pictures of Ozzy Osbourne and Scott Weiland to pimp out my crib...it was hard to decide through all of the options! Once I get them framed (going to scour flea markets and Home Goods for the perfect frames), I'll show you the results!

(above images and posters may be found at allposters.com)

Also, I'm REALLY thinking about getting this wall mural too, for my stairwell...it's SICK! Pretty cool stuff on this website, and they're all customizable!

(above wall mural found at muralsyourway.com)

If you're dating a Jersey girl, raise your hand. If not, raise your standards :)

2011-02-23T05:55:00.001-05:00

(Lili Petrus for Express brocade blazer, VERY long time ago; NY F'in' City t-shirt, $6 on Canal St; Escada Sport high-waisted jeans, $10 TJ Maxx clearance ohh yeahhhhh; Jeffrey Campbell Lita platform boots, $160 on Solestruck.com)

Happy Hump Day, Bitches!

Concert Review: Aaron Lewis of Staind @ Westbury, NY 2/20/2011

2011-02-21T14:52:00.000-05:00

It took me two tunnels to get to this venue rather quickly from NJ, probably because I was filled with anticipation for the evening. Staind's Aaron Lewis was performing an acoustic set! His vocals when he performs with Staind are extraordinarily mesmerizing, which is proven by their lack of pyrotechnics and a flashy light show to captivate their audience - simply great, emotional lyrics sung by a talented vocalist and well-played instruments. Though he does perform acoustically with the band, especially when singing "Outside," this would be different since it was going to be just him, a mic and a guitar.

When Aaron first gets on stage donning a black Jack Daniel's t-shirt, a black baseball cap and jeans, he takes his guitar and sits down on the stool. The stage was set up eerily similar to an episode of VH1 Storytellers, with a rug in the middle of the stage, a couple of stools, his cigarettes, a couple microphones and guitar cases. This was perfect for the Theatre at Westbury's mini amphitheater set-up. People were singing along, drunks were shouting out song requests (with the super comedic Aaron answering them back or singing a couple lines of the requested song), and couples were canoodling. Everything attributed to the very intimate ambiance that created the feeling that you were either in a busy coffee shop, Aaron's garage jam session practice, or a small shit-hole bar.

Not being familiar with this type of show, I assumed he was simply going to sing many songs off of his new solo album, Town Line, which comes out March 1st. I don't know Aaron personally, but with my experience seeing him perform with Staind numerous times, he's seemingly shy, reserved, and private. But, the entire night was filled with a very light-hearted and open side of Aaron. He continuously cracked jokes, threw f-bombs, and opened up about details about his family life through his very impassioned and sentimental new songs. After a song or two, he had his bus driver, Ben Kitterman (yes!! his bus driver!!), come out and play his acoustic dobro guitar to accompany him for the rest of the show. It was well worth the nearly $50 ticket, since you were getting a rare musical experience and a hilarious comedy show in one.

The two and a half hour set (straight, no intermission) included MANY cover songs, or clips of songs. He played parts of "Rainbow Connection" (in Kermit's voice...he even joked that Kermit's finger smelled like bacon HA!!), Cyndi Lauper's "Time after time," Bruce Springsteen, Rick Springfield's "Jessie's Girl," and MANY more. I have a couple clips for you to watch/listen to below. (I apologize for the visual quality, since there was a Nazi security guard that was going up to everyone with a camera to tell them to put it away). He also poked major fun at Scott Stapp by singing Creed's "Arms Wide Open" while cracking his voice and singing out of tune. He also stated very sarcastically that he should stop so that Scott doesn't beat him up, but then said his bus driver would never allow it. :)

Aaron singing Cyndi and Kermit (you can't see anything in the video, just listen...damn security guard!!):

I'd describe the songs off of Aaron's solo effort as incredibly emotional and raw tinged with his country roots. It isn't necessarily fully rock or fully country, yet a melange of the two. The lyrics were much more personal, even naming his daughter's names in one of his songs. He has some love songs and even one where he referred to his song as "I'm wearing my vagina on my sleeve for this one." Though he probably loves playing the hardcore rock shows with Staind where moshpits are rampant, this seems to be a very welcome outlet for Aaron to let go and explore other sides of his creativity. Each song told a story, but from what I gathered from the touching lyrics and softness of the songs, is that Aaron loves his daughters immensely, his wife unconditionally and his country forever. He refers to crying a few times, which is touching that his tough guy exterior would admit to his sensitivity when it comes to his family. He loves his freedom and hometown and hates the judgmental, pretentious people that act perfect. His last song, which he came out to perform alone for the encore, consisted of him coming out with his guitar and sitting with the microphone behind him. Everyone hushed as he sang a thank you song to those who put up with him while concurrently including f*ck yous to those who are fake.

Thank you, Aaron Lewis, for an incredibly chill Sunday evening and for showing another side of you. I, for one, will DEFINITELY be buying your album on March 1st and I highly recommend others to do so as well.

Aaron singing "Outside" :

Into the Would?

2011-02-18T05:17:00.013-05:00

Into the woods, I go...wearing an impractical outfit to be in the woods. So, I decided to conjure up a play on words, and go with Alice in Chains. "Would?" is an all-time favorite song of mine from the band, which came from the album Dirt in 1992 (dirt is also another theme in these photos...my poor shoes). The song is a tribute to the lead singer of Mother Love Bone, who had died of a heroin overdose. Lead singer, Layne Staley had his own personal drug addictions and lost his battle with them in 2002. However, in recent years, they have incepted William Duvall, who is an AMAZING lead singer and sounds eerily just as intense as Layne had years before. I saw them live not too long ago, and with their newer singles "Your Decision" and "Check My Brain," it's safe to say they can continue the legacy and keep rocking venues for years to come.

"hAvE I rUn ToO fAr To GeT hOmE..."

(rocking an Emanuel by Emanuel Ungaro blazer, $40 at Filene's Basement {discounted from $250+...helllllz yeah!}, F21 jeans, $12.99 {I bleached the hell out of these simply using a spray bottle and Clorox for the Balmain look}, Dolce Vita shoes, $99.99 at Marshall's {discounted from $250+})

Photography courtesy of Jennifer Hobbs, The Mighty Model

Love the video's raw 90s grunge hair and outfits (I love me some stripes and that you-picked-up-whatever-was-on-the-floor-and-threw-it-on look, whether it matched or not...SUPER awesome)

"Excuse me, ma'am. Are those sick hooker heels made of (look left, right, up, down)...WOOD?!?!"

Who Rocked It Better?!?!?

2011-02-15T12:00:00.008-05:00

VS.

(photo courtesy of www.indelibleinc.com )

Olga Turka vs. Alex Delarge from Clockwork Orange

(I'm rocking a Gap Jacket, $10 on sale! Holllllaaa; Men's Hat from H&M, $12.99; Rhinestone Skull long sleeve top, $20 at Daytona Bike Week; Twinkle by Wenlan wool pants, $60 on sale from $300+, from Macy's NYC hollllllaaaa!!!)

Apparently, I enjoy dressing like strange characters from TV/film. :)