BEHIND THE BRAND WITH JODIE AND KIARA OF GEORGIA (Part I)

Happy 2011! I'm back. The New Year has ushered in a new exciting energy that I'm really excited about.  The New Year tends to be the time when folks reflect on the past, and make decisions to change for the future. I've found that it's also a time of renewal, if only figuratively speaking.

While I'm still working on the transfer of the blog to Word Press, it turns out that this is a bigger undertaking than I initially thought, there are some really exciting things I am looking forward to sharing with you in the coming months. So, prepare to be inspired. Whatlookslikecrazy.com has your Daily Dose of Inspiration for 2011!!


Check out Part 1 of the first Behind the Brand of 2011. I hung out with Jodie and Kiara of Georgia NY in their Soho store before the holidays. This was probably one of the most exciting and enjoyable interviews I've had the pleasure of conducting. These women are phenomenal! We chatted about products, store design, and how family and life experience inspires every detail of their business. 

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Happy Holidays!!

Wishing You & Your family Warmest Wishes This Holiday Season!! 

 Be Sure to Check Back in the New Year  for your Daily Dose of Inspiration!

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Creative Shoe Storage from Apartment Therapy

We're always on the look out for creative ways to add storage. If you live in an older building you are probably have stories about your own experience with closet storage conundrums. Blame it on economic and social conditions and the absence of modern day consumerism but apparently people back in the day owned less clothes. Given the the current economic client purchasing less, but buying better quality may not be a bad idea, but back to the subject at hand. You've got a lot of shoes, and a really small closet.

Check out this Post from Apartment Therapy for a crafty way to store and display your priceless collection!

BEHIND THE BRAND with Designer Zack Lo of Zack Lo Footwear

 

Whatlookslikecrazy.com goes BEHIND THE BRAND with designer, Zack Lo of the eponymous shoe line Zack Lo! We talk inspiration, business, and why shoes make a women swoon. This is a "must-read" profile for those who are crazy about shoes!

 

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WANT

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All I Want Is ...

Classic Gold Watches, Tough Black Booties, Comfy, &Textured Scarves

On Your "WANT" List?

French Connection Seaton Clog Stud Detailed Lace Up Bootie, $224
Pieces Aztec Print Scarf, $26
Searching ASOS.com for "scarves", $38
Search Results - Macy's, $135
Women's boots | Shop women's boots | ASOS, $138
Search Results - Macy's, $250

CREATE: If These Walls Could Talk

Wall paper. It's unique, vintage, contemporary, elegant, dramatic, whimsical, and I love it! It's one of my favorite decor elements!

Check out these styles from FlavorPaper.com:

Wall paper has come a long way since busy, bland and boring, fruit and flower patterns. There are even removable options for renters or people like myself, who are not ready to commit or are unwilling to succumb to the time consuming process of installation and removal of said "pretty papers."

I've been on the hunt for removal wall paper for my living room, which is in desperate need of  a boost. I came across Tempaper.com during my last cyber-stalking, I mean cyber-shopping session. They have colorful, retro prints and patterns that, according to the website, won't ruin your walls or paint. The prices weren't too bad either, and that's very important because wall paper can get pricey. I've seen rolls with prices $200, and unless you live in a shoe box or maybe a New York City studio, 1 roll won't get you too far.

I requested samples from Tempaper.com last Friday and received my packet today. I was hoping to get a variety of their patterns and colors because I wanted to see them all in person and on my wall, unbeknownst to me they only send you 1 sample per $4 order. So I'll have to work on sampling the other patterns later.

Sherwin Williams also offers temporary options. They have a variety of amazing patterns that I love but I've heard some buzz on blogs that makes me the "take down" may not be as "effortless" as the website claims. Take a look at the Easy Change collections here.

I'm determined to find a colorful, fix for my semi-chocolate walls so I'll keep you posted on my finds and of course post the final results of my crafty project. In the meantime, feel free to share any "wall dressing" ideas you have or other resources for temporary wall paper. If you've tried temporary wall paper and loved it or hated it please feel free to share your experience.

INSPIRE: Weekend Inspiration from Will Smith

 "The man who thinks he can and the man who thinks he can't are both right."

I watched this clip of Will Smith discussing his work ethic, positive energy, defeating fear and success. It really spoke to me and reinforced many of the concepts and ideas I believe are sometimes the difference between those who achieve and excel and those who don't.



One of the "keys" to success or beliefs Smith subscribes to is the belief that he CAN do anything. In my home, as a child the word "can't" was not allowed to be used, especially in front of my father. He believed that there was no room for this word and that the minute it was spoken doors would be closed and opportunities would be missed. Of course, when I was 11 none of this made sense and I just counted it as another one of my father's annoying and over restrictive rules.

As an adult looking back and having the knowledge of an adult woman I see that my father was planting seeds of success in his children. My siblings I are all college graduates, with varying higher degrees. We all are on a quest for success in our respective crafts whether that be photography or law.

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EATs: Ayza Wine & Chocolate Bar

Last night I business partner and I got together at Ayza Wine & Chocolate Bar. The "meetup" was of dual purposes. First, a meeting of the minds to touch base, brainstorm and offer continued encouragement on our respective individual projects as well a consultation with a potential (now landed) client for Melange Concepts, our event planning company.

When Nae and I meet up we always try to choose new places as a venue scouting method. Ayza was a new and pleasant experience for us both. Located on 31st between Broadway and 5th Avenue, Ayza is a French inspired wine bar boasting over 90 selections of wines and champagnes. The ambiance here is elegant but the decor is modern and casual-the interior was designed by architect, Richard Bloch of the prestigious, Le Bernardin fame (a little tidbit for the design enthusiasts out there) Ayza is small, but cozy, sexy and romantic, if you're in the market for a "date spot."  There is heated/covered seating outdoors if you want to brave the low temps for a "side of people watching" while you sip.

 

The menu hosts a variety of surprisingly tasty tapas style appetizers, soups, salads and entrees which I'm sure pair well with wine. I had the sauteed garlic shrimp which was served on a bed of finely chopped pineapple a an order of hummus and a glass of Sauvignon Blanc. Unfortunately, I was so enthralled I completely neglected to take pictures of my meal.

Check out the Ayza Facebook page for Fall deals and promotions. Currently, being promoted is an offer for  FREE Glass of  Wine when you "Like."  There's nothing like a good glass of "liquid relaxation" after a long day!

Enjoy