TO DO::HUCKLEBERRY BAR IN WILLIAMSBURG, BK

With the weekly rotation of staple Williamsburg bars, it’s easy for one to get bored of going to the same ol’ place and seeing the same ol’ people. You know, bars that were joyous for the time being for their so-called “90’s dance parties” and $3 PBR (bleh!), but ultimately left us tired of the same thing every weekend.
Enter: Huckleberry Bar!
NYMAG named it Best New Bar 2008! And with a wide array of cocktails and extensive menu list, it’s sure to be your new Brooklyn go-to.

SITE::HUCKLEBERRY BAR
MYSPACE::VISIT
ADDRESS::588 Grand Street between Lorimer & Leonard

EVENT/MUSIC::JENS LEKMAN COMING TO NYC 4/5!

Jens Lekman’s most recent album, Night Falls Over Kortedala, is definitely apart of my top 10 albums I’m currently listening to (and obsessing over), alongside the previously posted about band, El Perro Del Mar. And finally, Lekman will grace us again with his presence come this April.

YOU WILL ENJOY, IF YOU ENJOY::THE MAGNETIC FIELDS, BELLE & SEBASTIAN, AND A LITTLE LEONARD COHEN (LISTEN TO:POCKETFUL OF MONEY).

OFFICIAL SITE::JENS LEKMAN
BUY::TICKETMASTER $20 ADV/$22 DAY OF

SHOP::KATE MOSS FOR TOPSHOP, SS'08 LAUNCH TODAY

Fashion icon and rebel model, Kate Moss, launches her Spring/Summer '08 collection for British retailer Top Shop.
The collection features a variety of threads, which "channel the bohemian traveler", with inspirations from Ibiza, Miami, India and more.

FIRST LOOK::KATE MOSS FOR TOPSHOP

EVENT/MUSIC::EL PERRO DEL MAR COMING TO NYC 5/8

Swedish wonder band, El Perro Del Mar, is coming to NYC- finally! They will playing at Bowery Ballroom along with fellow Swedesters Lykke Li. If you aren't familiar with their music, here is a great animated video to their single "God Knows", which will surely help you get obsessed before the show.

El perro del mar - God knows


BAND SITE::EL PERRO DEL MAR
BUY::TICKETMASTER $15 ADV/$18 DOOR

NEWS::DIRECTOR, ANTHONY MINGHELLA DIES AT 54

The Oscar-winning director known for such works such as The Talented Mr. Ripley and The English Patient has died at 54. The news came this morning when his agent, Judy Daish, confirmed the news to the press, but has yet to disclose the cause of death.

Minghella was set to write and direct a sequel to last years Paris, Je T'Aime, the follow-up being New York, I Love You. But the films direction has yet to be decided.

BUY/DESIGN::AREAWARE DESIGN COLLECTIVE

AREAWARE is a New York based design collective with a current roster of 8 eclectic designers all bringing their unique talents to the shop.
With pieces ranging from Harry Allen’s resin made roller skates (Roller Stop pictured above) to designer David Week’s Gorilla Pink ash tray, all items are creating an image for new pop icons. The good news is that most, if not all, items are still pretty affordable ranging from $20 to a couple hundred.

SITE::AREAWARE
LOCATION::95 SPRING STREET., 2ND FLOOR NEW YORK, NY 10012
CONTACT::212.226.5155

EVENTS::MATTHEW DEAR @ HIRO BALLROOM NYC, TOMORROW NIGHT (13th)

This speaks for itself!

BUY::ADVANCE $8
Hiro Ballroom: 371 W16th St. at 9th Ave. Doors 10pm. 21+ w/I.D.

EVENT::THEORY ICON & CHARITY: WATER PROJECT

Theory and Scott Harrison’s non-profit organization, Charity, have joined forces in an effort to improve hygienic water conditions in Ethiopia.
A special event will be hosted this weekend in hopes of raising money for the cause, which will work towards the building of drinking wells throughout the impoverished country.
How will they do this? Selling wearable modern merchandise that makes you feel good and look good while honing in your philanthropic efforts.
Wahoo for Charity.

MORE INFO::THEORY::CHARITY

SPECIAL IN STORE EVENT TOMORROW:
SATURDAY, MARCH 8TH / NOON - 8:00 PM

WE'LL BE IN THE FLAGSHIP STORE ON GANSEVOORT STREET MAKING PRESENTATIONS. PLEASE STOP BY AND SUPPORT THE EFFORT. STAFF WILL ALSO BE AT THE SPRING ST. LOCATION.

MV::MGMT "TIME TO PRETEND", DIRECTED BY RAY TINTORI

My 2008 crush is officially MGMT (formerly The Management).
In this 2nd time around collaboration with Ray Tintori, the band performs their debut single “Time to Pretend” to a psychedelic infused background filled with a multiplicity of filtered images.

Client:: MGMT
PROD. CO:: PARTIZAN
Title:: Time To Pretend
Agency:: Columbia Records
Director:: Ray Tintori

EVENT::WHITNEY BIENNIAL OPENS TOMORROW!

The prestigious Whitney Museum will open their doors for their annual Whitney Biennial: an event in which dozens of emerging artists will gain incomparable exposure.
The Whitney Biennial 2008, which is being curated by Henriette Huldisch and Shamim M. Momin, officially opened on the 4th, but only to curators and gallery owners.
The museum will host the work of Contemporary artists as well as their permanent collection.

FOR MORE INFO::WHITNEY BIENNIAL 2008

BOOKS::TASCHEN SALE CLEARANCE SALE!

TASCHEN is clearing out stocks and if offering more titles with up to 50% off.
Such include Wolfgang Tillman (image) for $14.99 instead of $29.99 and much, much more.

DON'T GIVE UP!

I know, I know, postings are scarce. But i'll give out a Platform promise that I'll be back with a big pool of postings very soon!

EVENT::BARNEYS WAREHOUSE SALE!

You can't go wrong. 50-70% off of designer clothing!

**Best to go during a weekday when you can actually get through the herds of New York fashionistas.

WHAT::BARNEYS WAREHOUSE SALE
WHEN::FEB.14th-MAR.2nd
WHERE:: 255 W.17th Street (between 7th & 8th)
CONTACT::212.450.8400
MORE INFO::BARNEYS

MV::ACE NORTON DIRECTS MOUNTAIN GOATS "SAX ROHMER #1"

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It’s inevitable that with the endless supply of creative media to be released into our world, that some work will be “seen” and “done” and therefore, not that refreshing.
However, even though this video may feel familiar, it still has a rather unique take on spelling out lyrics for a viewer….sort’a like a hipster sing along?

ARTIST::MOUNTAIN GOATS
TRACK::SAX ROHMER
PROD.CO::PARTIZAN
DIRECTOR::ACE NORTON

AD::MONSTER "STORK" DIRECTED BY DANIEL KLEINMAN

Monster takes a step forward with BBDO as their recent ad's get rising attention. This newest one directed by Rattling Stick's Daniel Kleinman hits a note with those in a career driven slump.

Client: Monster.com
Title: Stork
Agency: BBDO, New York
Production Company: Rattling Stick, London
Director: Daniel Kleinman

EVENT::MILOS FORMAN RETROSPECTIVE AT MOMA

Czech director Milos Forman has had a long and prolific career that has been both controversial and successful, and now the Museum of Modern Art is honoring the iconic director with a retrospective to be held February 14th-28th.

“The international commercial and critical success of Milos Forman's films is a testament to the uniqueness of his blend of passionate, personal interpretation, a remarkable ability to capture the zeitgeist, and a healthy dose of black humor. This complete retrospective celebrates the "Formanesque" vision he has sustained over forty-five years.” -Moma

EVENT INFO::MILOS FORMAN AT MOMA

PHOTO::JOHANNA RUEBEL

Photographer Johanna Ruebel’s background is as diverse as her photography. Born in Hamburg, Germany but raised in France she now resides in London, where she has worked for the likes of Korean Vogue, Androgyny Magazine, and Warner Brothers.
Shooting everything from band photos to editorial, her work evokes an array of sensations that looks as though it could’ve been more of a collaborative effort than a one-woman show.

SITE::JOHANNA RUEBEL

AD::PRADA SHORT FILM DIRECTED BY JAMES LIMA

PRADA:TREMBLED BLOSSOMS
PLATFORM

PRADA has released this relaxing new short created for a line of wallpaper designs, show spaces, and fabrics.
The film was featured at Fashion Week and is available for iPods and Prada phones.

Client: Prada
Director: James Lima
illustrator: James Jean
Title: Trembled Blossoms
Production Company: Hi! Production/Sight Effects, LA

DESIGN/BOOKS::TASCHEN PARIS INTERIORS

Unfortunately, the innateness of Parisian style cannot be taught! But it can be copied.
Putting aside personal style (which I’ve attempted to achieve with messy hair and pout-y lips) I’m also referring to interiors.
For the many obsessed with Paris homes, you can skim through the pages of Taschen’s Paris Interiors book. After the first few pages, you’ll be on a hunt for eclectic findings and new color swatches to emulate that Parisian je ne sais quoi.

BUY::TASCHEN PARIS INTERIORS $19.99

BEAUTY::ARMANI LUMINOUS SILK FOUNDATION

Foundation has a bad rep for those with oily prone skin. Using the wrong product can make you greasier than an oven baked pizza.
Thankfully the genius of Armani Beauty has just the right product to balance and illuminate your face without that dreaded shine.
Luminous Silk Foundation is an oil-free fluid with exclusive Micro-fil™ technology suitable for all skin types.
I live by this stuff. It’s a product to easily become addicted to.

BUY::LUMINOUS SILK FOUNDATION $55

VID/FASHION::ALEXANDER MCQUEEN SPRING '08

It's a bit shaky, but I had, had to post this.
McQueen is absolutely for the lavish lady.

MV::SHOCKING PINKS "EMILY", DIRECTED BY RON WINTER W/ BEN DICKINSON

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Greencard Pictures’ Ron Winter directs alongside Blackdog Films director Ben Dickinson for New Zealand Indie band Shocking Pinks.

Lead singer, Nick Harte declares his love for his one and only “Emily”, as this video personifies youthful love and promiscuity.
It’s just not the same if it’s not with the one you love.

ARTIST::SHOCKING PINKS
TRACK::EMILY
DIRECTOR(S)::RON WINTERS, BEN DICKINSON
PROD.CO::GREENCARD PICTURES

EVENT/NEWS::TIME FOR VOTES ON SUPER TUESDAY

Democrat. Republican. You must vote.
As stated in the past, this election is a significant and a defining event in history that everyone should take part in. So, take part in Super Tuesday and run on over to your nearest poll booth.

A GUIDE TO SUPER TUESDAY::CNN

AD::SUPERBOWL '08 COMMERCIALS

Sure, some may watch the Superbowl for…what is it? Oh yes, football.
But some of us watch it for the advertisements, which are the most expensive, creative, and sometimes the most out of this world spots to ever be produced.
And in case you missed any of them (shame on you), then you still have a chance to watch them thanks to our crazy culture of Internet media.

.:WATCH THE ADS:.

EXHIBIT::BE KIND REWIND AT DEITCH PROJECT

Those who are familiar with the work of Michel Gondry, know that he is one of the most individualistic and innovative directors within the past 10 years. And this newest project is no exception.
Gondry, is bringing yet another unique idea to the table, which will allow us to get interactive with his newest film Be Kind Rewind.
Deitch Projects, located in New York, will curate a 2nd exhibit for Gondry. The first was back in 2006 for his film Science of Sleep.
Taking the similar theme from Be Kind, viewers will be able to recreate their own films all set in the back lot of Deitch. They will also be able to rent the films of other visitors at the Be Kind Rewind “rental store”.

The exhibit will begin Feb.16 and will last through Mar 22nd.

INFO::DEITCH PROJECTS