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Ginger Valentine – Queen of the Striptease
Making her mark on the burlesque scene with her classic striptease and pinup looks, Ginger Valentine brings sexy back with a vengeance. Recently, winning the crown, Queen of Burlesque, at the New Orleans Burlesque Festival, this vivacious mover-shaker is not slowing down. I sat down with Ms. Valentine recently at the Belmont Hotel with photographer Jarrod Fresquez to learn more about this sultry bombshell
#MostEligible Quote of the Week 10-3-11
“OK, you get a choice: You can either wear high heels, or you can wear bikinis. You can’t wear both.” – Courtney Kerr
LuLa B’s – Cool Stuff For Cool People
Vintage jewelry, Mid Century Modern furniture, and kitchy goodness can be found at this funky, cool gem in Deep Ellum. There is so much to peruse, this visit I only made it partially through the first level. The second level, offers racks of sparkly vintage clothing just ripe for that special event. There is literally something for everyone at Lula B’s. Funky Fresh and Cool, we love LuLa B’s!
Mortality and Death, with a Double Shot of Sexuality – Goss Michael Foundation Re-Opens in Dallas
Last week I had the pleasure of attending an invitation only preview of The Goss-Michael Foundation new space. Goss-Michael has now taken up residency in a renovated warehouse on Turtle Creek Boulevard in the Design District, just steps away from the Dallas Contemporary
Ashley Compton: Dynamite Comes in Small Packages
Fearless comes to mind when I reflect on an recent hot, summer day spent with Ashley Compton in a large warehouse with photographer Jarrod Fresquez and make up artist, Courtney Crush. The photo shoot captured Compton’s aerial ability, illustrating her strength frame by frame
Dee Lincoln’s Bubble Bar – The Scene, The Thirst, The Food
Recognized from Dallas to Wall Street as a national female powerhouse in the male-dominated steakhouse industry, Dee Lincoln is now taking her luxury brand to the next level with Dee Lincoln’s Restaurant and Bubble Bar. She has expanded her Cowboy Stadium concept to her new digs in the Rosewood Building off Cedar Springs
Sour Grapes Retrospective – The Wonder Years
Rising Gallery is all a buzz with the new exhibition, Wonder Years, works by graffiti collective SourGrapes13. The surprise guest star of the show is Boog Brown, aninternational tattoo artist who paints as well. A few nights ago, Boog was down at Rising Gallery painting a large panel piece for the show. This work features his stylized lettering, sexy Latin lady with a rose in her hair and a single tear rolling down her cheek. The word, SourGrapes, at the top of the piece in Boog’s trademark style, and FAMILIA, in banner form at the bottom, illustrates the bonds he has with this art collective. There is no doubt after viewing his work and chatting with him about his worldwide acclaim, Boog is a badass
Kettle Art Forces of Nature Art Show
I had the pleasure of attending Kettle Art, ‘Forces of Nature’, opening one hot Thursday night. The exhibition features works from 6 women artists and their interpretation on the theme. What happens after the fire, the sensual cacti, and the joyful celebration of life caught my attention and brought me in for a closer look at this exhibition
Growing up After 40 :: The Real Girls Guide
Lately, I have to wonder if we ever grow up. More importantly, if I will ever grow. Recently, I posted on my Facebook, “Dear internets, I need a mommy to look after my inner child. She has kind of made a mess of my life”. The truth of that statement loudly ringing reality. I have these growing pains that start in my heart and end in my limbs collapsing to the ground in a give up
Elisa – Ruby Revue’s Firecracker
Baby, you’re a firecracker! Elisa has been dancing since she was 2 and this is evident in her live performance. This lady runs burlesque in her part of the world and does a fabulous job. She is the founder and executive producer of Dallas Burlesque Festival and The Ruby Revue
