Hey guys! Hope everyone is enjoying the holidays. I must admit you know you're on vacation when you lose track of what day it is (is it Tuesday or Wednesday?!) On the other hand we've had some ups and downs mainly do the the #snowpocalypse that hit the Northeast this past week. JG and I were suppose to be spending the week in NYC but due to our flight cancellation on Monday, we had to cancel our trip all together. So instead we've been busy with wedding errands and seeing friends and family (and spending time together).
So by now I'm sure you're wondering about the title of my post? Well on Monday night I went to the movies and saw "Black Swan" with my girlfriends. I'd been wanting to see it because I love Natalie Portman and Mila Kunis (they get a bit freaky in this one) and the ballet theme is one dear to my heart as a "wannabe" dancer.
SPOILER ALERT
The movie starts out with Portman as this innocent, young ballerina obsessed with perfection. She ends up getting the lead role in her company's production of Swan Lake where she has to play both the white (good) and black (evil) twin swans. Slowly you realize that Portman's character is being consumed by her role that she literally begins to transform from her innocent self into the treacherous black swan (and when I say transform I mean black feathers and all). Some parts I had to look away because they were to grotesque for me to watch, but it's that kind of movie where you're watching and you're thinking what the hell is going on?! At the same time, you couldn't help but feel bad for Portman's character because she works so hard at her dream of being the best but at a very high price. There were other themes that come into play, the overbearing/jealous mother, the sleaze ball director, the fellow frenemie ballerina who is trying to steal her role... All in all, a fantastic work of art from director Darren Aronofsky (who also directed Requiem for a Dream).
See the trailer here.Black Swan Trailer
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Holiday Chic-a Giveaway!
Hey fellow chic-as! In light of all the holiday goodness going around, I decided it was a good time to do one of our popular chic-a giveaways! The lovely, local Gretell from Jewelry Fairies has partnered with us for this holiday special giveaway...
The ladies at Jewelry Fairies are dedicated to creating fashion jewelry using genuine gemstones, crystals, lamp work beads and more, whatever the artisan creativity and inspiration leads. They also use vintage jewelry which is recycled into new unique pieces. The unique handcrafted pieces are based on the idea that every piece is as unique as the person wearing it. Loves!
Enjoy and good luck!!
For more info on Jewelry Fairies, CLICK HERE!
UPDATE: Congrats to TZel for winning the prize and everyone else who entered to win!
Local Midtown "Open Air" Market Brings You Chic Every Saturday!
A group of locals New Yorkers have gotten together to create a weekly open air market featuring the best items from local designers, artists and entrepreneurs all under one "roof". Launch Miami Market is the latest shopping craze to hit Midtown/Design District and the ideal way to spend your Saturday afternoons. The market is free to the public and opens every Saturday from noon - 6:00pm. If you're looking for unique holiday gifts, this just might be the spot to find something!
@ LAUNCH Miami Market, you can find:
* Jewelry
* Accessories
* Vintage
* Clothing
* Fashion
* Art
* Handbags
* Hats
* Handmade leather goods
* Culinary Artists and Foodie Trucks
* Music
* Antiques
* Rare finds
Launch Miami Market is located at: 121 N.E. 36th Street / 1st Ave
The Holy Cross Santa Cruz Church
(across from the Midtown Mall)
For more info, CLICK HERE. UPDATE: Launch Market has moved to 140 NE 39th Street.
Enjoy!
Why Buy When You Can Rent?!
No, we're not talking about a new 3-bedroom single family home out west or a lavish condo on the beach. We're talking about your next outfit!
Yes, fellow fashionistas... you know you're guilty of this crime. You go out, spend a fortune on a new outfit, wear it once, then forget about it in the back of your closet. Eeek! Well, what if you could rent your next designer outfit and then just simply return it??*Browse from over 100 of the hottest designer brands for your next big event.
*Dress rentals start at just $50 and accessory rentals start at $10.
*Reserve for your special event up to 6 months in advance. (You can even reserve a backup size for free! )
*Simply drop your item in the mail in their prepaid envelope by noon on the last day of your rental. No need to dry clean!
Enjoy!
Bloomie's Outlets are Here!
Remember what I told you guys back in January? Well it's finally here!Last weekend I was walking through the old White Seahorse entrance at the Sawgrass Mills Mall (remember they use to say "You are now passing through the White Seahorse entrance. Usted esta pasando por la entrada White Seahorse.") and I looked up to see familiar black lettering which spelled out B-L-O-O-M-I-N-G-D-A-L-E-S outside of the old Books a Million store...
Yes, ladies and gents, the high-end retailer has finally gone discount! My favorite department store has officially opened up not one, but two outlet stores in South Florida. Such great news for us bargain hunters out there.
The outlet has a mix of women's, men's and children's apparel as well as shoes, fashion accessories and handbags, among other merchandise. What more could you ask for?
The second Bloomingdale's outlet store is located at the Dolphin Mall. Happy Shopping!
Art Basel Tiiiiimeee!
Ahhh… its Art Basel time. Yes, the time of year when the contemporary art scene grabs a hold of Miami and has a love affair for one glorious weekend. But really, what to go to? There’s so much to see and so little time… For a complete list of events, be sure to check out the Miami New Times for a full listing. Below are a few we’re going to try to hit up this weekend. Enjoy!
*Alexander McQueen Collection at The Rug Company
Thu., December 2
Price: Free
Location: The Rug Company, 4040 NE Second Ave; Miami FL
*Wynwood Doors at Wynwood Walls
Daily from Thu., December 2 until Sun., December 5
Price: free
An onsite original installation of 176 feet of rolling store front steel doors painted by legendary graffiti writers.
*Christie's First Time at Art Basel at JW Marriott Marquis Miami
Daily from Wed., December 1 until Sun., December 5
Price: Free
This is the first time Christie's has ever participated in Basel and the exhibition is open to the public!
*Sanrio Pop-Up Shop at Small Art Miami
Daily from Thu., December 2 until Sun., December 5
Price: Free
Location: 173 NW 23rd Street; Miami FL
*Art of Basketball at PWD Warehouse
Daily from Thu., December 2 until Sun., December 5, 10:00am-6:00pm
*F*** Me I'm Famous by Cathy & David Guetta at Mansion
Sat., December 4, 10:00pm
Price: $70 and up
Remember to CLICK HERE for a complete listing – there are hundreds!!!
*Basle Beats Brought to you by The Stage
Thurs. Dec. 2 thru Sat. Dec. 4th, 2010
Each night, in addition to a mind blowing line up, The Stage will have a live DJ spinning all night.
*Basle Beats Brought to you by The Stage
Thurs. Dec. 2 thru Sat. Dec. 4th, 2010
Each night, in addition to a mind blowing line up, The Stage will have a live DJ spinning all night.
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