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    December 21, 2007

    from JChocolatier.Com

    Chocolates: For real. Can you go wrong ? D.C. seems to be on the up and up when it comes to the sweets offerings. Here are two local places that have addictive selections of artisanal chocolates, both local and international. Godiva is history.Biagio Fine Chocolate 1904 18th St NW (18th and T, old Sticky [...]

    Ebay Lust

    December 20, 2007

    Lanvin Shirtdress

    pic from ebay seller

    Object Lust

    December 19, 2007

    Christian Louboutin Simple 85 Pumps

    pic from Saks
    Damn, these are classic.

    This Week

    December 17, 2007

    Monday: Finish your shopping!
    Tuesday: Famous French comedy films at Maison Francaise, 6pm
    Wednesday: This Ain’t No Disco, disco DJ night at Saint-Ex, 10pm
    Thursday: Modernist Society presents “Christmas in Darfur” at Bourbon, 8pm

    Heya

    Hand-made cards are better!

    December 12, 2007

    They are better than store-bought cards. We all know that. But if yours look like the work of a pre-schooler, take a look at Cam Cruz’s lovely holiday cards at her store on Esty.com.
    If you dilly-dally and don’t get your holiday cards out on time, don’t worry because Cam’s Thank You notes will come in [...]

    New Year New Calendar

    Noa’s Calendar from Kiosk

    A calendar as a gift can be creative one. Check out this offering from Kiosk’s finds from Finland. You can skip the calendar of pugs or Spongebob, this well-sized option will be much keener way to watch the days pass. Other functional yet attractive gift ideas on this site from all over [...]

    Holiday Giving

    December 11, 2007

    Really, the only website you need for all your holiday gifts: Humans.

    Thank You

    December 10, 2007

    Heya, we had a great time at Rock N Shop last night! Thanks to the Black Cat staff and everyone that came out–the house was packed. As was our booth….we’ll need a bigger one next time

    This Weekend

    December 7, 2007

    Tonight: Terrance Blanchard at AFI…introducing Inside Man and Talk to Me
    Tomorrow: Ted Leo at 9:30; Vincent Gallo at Rock N Roll Hotel
    Sunday: ROCK N SHOP!!!–say hello to Listopad at the Black Cat

    Sneak Preview of Rock ‘n Shop

    December 6, 2007

    Guys, this is the first time I’ve blogged from home…shhh don’t tell my boss. I wanted to give you a tiny preview of some of the stuff we’ll be selling, but please excuse the really bad photos/photo quality. We’ve got jackets for guys and girls, great winter dresses, lots of shoes and accessories and some [...]

    Ebay Lust

    Law and Order: SVU mousepad
    pic from ebay seller
    Yes! I love the ghost of Stephanie March on this.

    Object Lust

    December 5, 2007

    Gold Banana Fruit Bowl
    pic from Velocity site
    Bling Bling

    Winter Beauty

    December 4, 2007

    Now that a wintry breeze is a-blowin’ you’ll be intermittently battling the elements and spending more time indoors. Is it time to indulge in some cheap, easy beauty treatments at home! I’ll share with you a few of my favorite ways to relax, look good, and seal in all the moisture that the wind will [...]

    When Designers Blog

    December 3, 2007

    FYI, the Proenza Schouler boyz are blogging for T Magazine’s new blog (which is as deliciously bougie as its print counterpart).

    This Week

    film still from AFI website
    Monday: The Life of Reilly co-Director introduces the film, 7:40 pm at Landmark
    Tuesday: Goodwill Holiday Trunk Show
    Wednesday: Jewish Luck, with live score, at AFI, 7pm–part of the Jewish Film Fest
    Thursday: GWAR at 9:30 Club; U-Care shopping event on U street

    Special Announcement!

    Cathy and I are proud to announce that we will be selling at Black Cat’s Rock ‘n Shop this year. Yay! It’s going to be a blast, so come by and say hey. I’ll be posting preview pics of our stock throughout the week, so get ready to spend on some awesome vintage–for gifting, of [...]