photo bombed by hubby’s Filson bag |
psst! get a closeup shot of the Armoire earrings on my Instagram here. |
photo bombed by hubby’s Filson bag |
psst! get a closeup shot of the Armoire earrings on my Instagram here. |
While everyone else worked themselves into a shopping tizzy, I’ve been internet bashing Black Friday all weekend long. It’s not that I don’t like to shop, but I just can’t hype myself up into a consumer frenzy just to save a few bucks. Make no mistake, I’m all about saving money but fighting an angry mob ain’t my thing. And when the only message being thrown out there is BUY BUY BUY, it just ruins the holiday spirit.
My gifting philosophies don’t end at Christmas- my husband and I don’t go all out anymore for the Hallmark card holidays. A bouquet of flowers feels less obligatory, more special, on a random day of the week.
Check out the links below for snark, satire, and honest opinions.
http://uptownmessenger.com/2012/11/christy-lorio-black-friday-ill-pass/
http://no-prop.com/black-friday-essentials/
This one’s from my girl, Leslie.
http://no-prop.com/holiday-shopping-youre-doing-it-wrong/
I don’t have kids, but I imagine that starting a new project is akin to giving birth. You have no idea what it’s actually going to look like once it’s here, and once you expose it to the world you hope other people think it’s as cute as you do.
This past Saturday I spent the bulk of my day at the New Orleans Bookfair and Media Expo promoting my new baby, Propaganda. Along with my good friend and founder Leslie Almeida and creative director Donovan Fannon, the response was overwhelmingly positive. So what’s Propaganda all about? We are creating media by the people, for the people in the form of bi-weekly video podcasts, and a website that will develop into a full fledged digital magazine. If you’d like any more info, shoot me an e-mail at christy@no-prop.com or check out the links below.
visit the website
like us on Facebook
watch us on YouTube
tweet with us
follow us on Instagram
me- managing editor | Donovan- creative director| Leslie- founder/editor-in-chief |
I’ve got a little somethin’ somethin’ happening. Along with my project partners, I’m debuting an exciting new venture I’m involved in at the New Orleans Bookfair & Media Expo today. Find out more about the expo via my Uptown Messenger article (yea, I’m double dipping in the self promotion) and I’ll see you between 11am-6pm today. Can’t make it out? Don’t worry, all will be revealed soon.
food baby say whaaaaa |
We got the purple sweater memo, along with the eggplant couch
When you’ve been with the same partner for over a decade a funny thing happens- the mundane becomes sort of fun. Instead of looking forward to predictable birthday presents and Hallmark card holidays, I love any excuse just to nab a few minutes together on a random day. |
This Saturday, RAW: natural born artists is celebrating the end of their 2012 season with the semi-finalist round. All across the country, up and coming fashion designers, jewelers, performance and visual artists, photographers, musicians, and hair and makeup pros are given the chance to showcase their natural talents in front of an audience. Each RAW event has a different theme, and the atmosphere encourages attendees to chat with the artists themselves in a nightclub setting. The last show of the season will advance one semi-finalist in each RAW: NOLA category to the finals.
Jess Leigh Jewels, an accessories designer semi-finalist |
There are 3-5 nominees in each category, and in addition to the expert panel of judges, the audience will cast their vote as well to decide which artists will go on to the final level of competition.
Having started just this spring in New Orleans, RAW has already featured some of the most talented up and coming artists in the city. Slow Southern Style has supported all of the fashion and accessories designers in some capacity, so it’s going to be hard to choose a singular favorite.
KC Thomassie Designs, an accessories designer semi-finalist |
To purchase tickets for the New Orleans show and to find out more about the event go to the RAW New Orleans site. Looking for another city? Head to the main RAW: natural born artists website.
2012 RAWARDS INDIE ARTS AWARDS
November 17th, 7pm-midnight
The Howlin’ Wolf 907 S. Peters, New Orleans
Ages 18+ $15 presale, $20 door
Cocktail attire suggested
I met sisters Kelsey and Courtney Montague back in August while they were in town spreading the word about Hidden Baby, their charitable accessories line. Quite the world travelers, the sisters have explored Kenya, and were inspired to help children in need both here in the United States and worldwide through their company.
While their bags are what started the company, the sisters have branched out into putting their designs shoes, scarves, and bracelets. I’ve been using the Iris Bag they generously gave me, and I must say it’s the perfect size for my laptop, wallet, and daily essentials. With each purchase you make, Hidden Baby helps children around the world by donating a portion of their profits to organizations that are helping give the next generation a chance. They are currently helping fund Baby Space, a Minnesota based group providing successful learning environments for babies in need.
With their work in Kenya, the sisters witnessed strife yet documented people working to provide safe havens for orphaned babies. Sadly, upon arriving home to the United States they realized similar situations occur here- malnutrition and neglect are indeed a global issue. That’s why a portion of the profits are donated to organizations around the world to give the next generation a chance. Purchase your own bag or accessories of choice today from Hidden Baby, and feel good about looking good and helping others.