Who is dottieb?

 

I love people. I love music. I love fashion. I'm a real person with real style. I'm glad to be me. I'm dottieb.

 

5:52AM

Electric Feel x MGMT

I listen to this and in my head I'm the lead singer of my own band who performs in costume like Prince and The Revolution. On keyboard is Stax Mcgee dressed in a doctor's scrubs, The Duke is on drums and sports a real mohawk died candy apple red. And then there's me, Fiona Snapple long black hair leotard and high heels...just like that Asian lady from Soul Train. MGMT can do no wrong, I love these guys.

-dottieb

11:10PM

Man Style- Watch Edition

 

This post was written by dottieb for EmpireRadio Magazine

A well dressed man will never go unnoticed but there's something to be said about a well dressed man with style. When he's got something about him...that flavor that originality...that's his man style. The time piece is a staple and here's a few that are sure to stand out.

 

 

-dottieb

All images are directly from the product websites unless otherwise noted. Casio.com, swatch.com, nike.com, puma.com, diesel.com, boscovs.com, shopecko.com, emporioarmaniwatches.com, and casio.com.

 

10:44PM

No Strings Attached Gift Ideas

If you're not sure what to bring for the gift exchange, here's some suggestions:

  1. Bring something you would be excited to receive
  2. Gift value should be between $10-$15
  3. This is not the time to regift that fugly holiday sweater you got for Christmas
  4. Be creative and think outside the box it doesn't have to be Valentine's related
  5. Bring something that's sure to start a conversation
  6. Have fun with it!

Details, updates, and registration for this event are available at nostringsgiftexchange.blogspot.com

 

 

1:22AM

Free Love (Well Almost)

I'm single. I've been single for quite some time. Oddly enough, I'm always single every single year on Valentine's Day...and it sucks. It sucks because I never get to experience the surprise flower delivery, box of chocolates, or special dinner...not even a mixtape of love songs. Now if you're thinking "It's not all that" or "I'm not missing much because it's too stressful" please spare me the patronizing bullshit you're obviously NOT single. I am and since the grass always appears to be greener just once I want to partake in the commercialized tradition of showing you care by giving gifts and buying candy also known as Valentine's Day. So I got to thinking, "why not?" Surely I can't be the only one who feels this way, so why not get people together and have a Valentine's party, complete with a gift exchange! You give a gift, you get a gift, no strings attached. We did it in grade school (remember candy hearts..love those!) so think of this as a modern and grown up V-Day party. Only with alcohol and better snacks. Genius.

 -dottieb

9:20PM

Fancy Feet

Jeffrey Campbell creates the illest shoes I've ever seen. I'm not one for spending hundreds of dollars on shoes...but for JC I'm thinking of making an exception. They're so beautifully bizarre that every time I look at them my heart beats just a little faster. My imagination is sparked, wheels start turning, and whatever I was thinking before becomes a blur. Without even putting up a fight I helplessly succumb to virtual lust followed by endless daydreaming. Anything that can elicit that type of energy is worth the investment, right?

The Darian shoe in neon green $168

The cuffed Nubuck Platform shoe in red $168

The Lita shoe in red tartan $140

The Warrant shoe in fuchsia $185

The Whomp boot in black $172

 

 

 

 

10:46PM

Help! What Do You Wear To A Wedding?

It's been quite some time since I was invited to a wedding as a guest and not a participant( i.e. a bridesmaid) Yes always a fucking bridesmaid, never a bride but that's neither here nor there. The thing is I was invited to this wedding months ago and it just occurred to me I don't have anything wedding-worthy to wear. I've been looking around online and just when I think I might have a winner I stop myself with a billion questions. Is this weather appropriate? Can I wear black? Is this too casual? Is this too formal? Is this too short? Does it look like I'm going to prom? Does this look like I'm going to work? The questions don't stop..it's like I've got my own little quality control checklist in my head. Am I putting too much thought into it? See...another fucking question.  I can't help it though, I pay attention to detail. I need help people, what the hell do you wear to a wedding in the middle of September?

yes, no, maybe so:

vintage 1950's wiggle dress etsy.comvintage floral dress etsy.com black and gray cocktail dress ecrater.com 

-dottieb

4:56PM

Delightful Eyeful

I haven't taken many pictures this summer and since it's almost over I decided to get my shit together.  Thanks to everyone for your comments and compliments, it's exactly what I needed! xoxo

-dottieb

 

 

10:11AM

Exciting News From H&M

 

H&M announced on their Facebook page this morning their plans to open new stores this week and.............they're launching a shop online in the U.S. in the beginning of 2012!!!  Whoo hoo!!! I'm extremely excited about this and I can't wait!  Find out more info on the H&M website or download the H&M apps for further details.

-dottieb 

9:32AM

Jay Z's Life +Times x Gwen's Goop

  Some time ago when I made the decision to become vegan ( I have since fallen off the wagon, but that's neither her nor there) I came across Gweneth Paltrow's blog titled Goop.  She provides motivation and insight into healthy living as she shares her celebrity resources with us common folk. Her latest post is a nice little interview with Jay-Z about a website he launched titled Life + Times.  Check out the interview here.

-dottieb

4:33PM

New Post - Lookbook

I've grown quite fond of Lookbook.nu, it's an awesome site to get inspired by creative people the world over! Like what you see? Use the hype button below to vote for my look! 

 

 

8:36PM

The Perfect Shoe 

I'm not sure if the perfect shoe exists, but I know the Dany platform heels from Jessica Simpson come pretty damn close. I've wanted these shoes ever since I first saw them and apparently so has everyone else! From day one trying to get a pair has been anything but easy.  They were sold out in almost every size, every color, on every website that sells them!! I devoted a little of my time each day hopelessly checking site after site and site after site I would leave empty handed. I finally went to straight to the source (Jessicasimpsoncollection.com) pleading in an email to have their stock replenished. To my surprise, I received an immediate and friendly reply of "we're sorry but we will not be restocking the Dany, however there are other websites that still have them available" (umm no, they're all sold out just like you!!) Yep it was a FAIL. They were kind enough to remind me that there were two styles still available in my size, Pewter and Plum. Ok so I exaggerated a little not every shoe was sold out but there's a reason these two were still around...they're like sisters from the same family, sure they're pretty but not as good looking as their siblings. After sulking and searching for a few more days I finally decided I would give one of the ugly ducklings a try. Thank goodness for my obsessive diligence because even though purple isn't my favorite color, especially purple velvet (can we say Willy Wonka?) I've come to love these shoes!  They're absolutely perfect!  The online picture doesn't do them justice, the velvet is very smooth and thin and tasteful.  These shoes can be worn with everything dresses, shorts, harem pants, socks, tights, the possibilities are endless (I know because I've played dress up with them for hours)!  

 

9:17AM

Jay-Z feat Pharrell

My motivation for today...everyday...

12:33PM

New Years Eve 2010

I saw this Baby Phat dress in Lucky magazine earlier this month and I've been dreaming about ever since. Stepping out in this wont be a bad start to 2011...

 

 

 

 

8:24PM

Mayer Hawthorne

I love this track.  DJ Jazzy Jeff hooked it up. This some sexy shit right here. Love me some Mayer Hawthorne boyyyyyy!
-dottieb
8:04PM

30 Before 30 (5 of 30) Check Out a Dope Band

 

AP Photo/Charles Sykes

There's nothing like seeing a live band. Nothing like seeing a live band that's amazingly awesome, dope, fresh, stupid dumb good like The Roots.  A couple of weeks ago my homegirl and I saw them at Ram's Head Live in Baltimore. Side note: if you ever have the opportunity to see a band at a venue that's standing room only...GO!!! Maybe it's just me but I've had nothing but luck at said venue...I mean you put me in a place that's standing room only and I'm going to be in front of the stage, bottom line. It's awesome when you can be up close and personal right in the thick of it, taking in all that energy! There's a real feeling of intimacy when you're so close to the band that you can make eye contact.  It worked out well because I was able to get some pretty good pics and video too.  I've never seen The Roots live before and I thought I knew, but I had no idea just what I was in for. They put on a high impact, high energy show. Even if you don't know their music you can still appreciate the showmanship, and the hella positive vibe they give. I was really surprised at the diversity of the crowd, there were college kids, baby boomers, yuppies, and hipsters all under one roof! The Roots were hands down the best band I've seen perform live. I appreciate how they arranged the songs, I swear if it weren't for the lyrics you'd have thought it was new material. I had such a great time and no doubt will make my way to another show next time they're around. Click here for my snapshots of the show.

dottieb The Roots at Ram's Head LIVE

-dottieb

7:35PM

Writing What Feels Right

The moment that lasts forever

 

You’re a breath of fresh air

Stay close

Let me inhale you

Delight my senses all at once

Sometimes I just wanna stare at you

I love being around you

You’re admired

I’m inspired

With a pen in hand

I wrote my list

The man of my dreams

You do exist

Long after they’re gone

Your kisses linger

Your scent on my skin

The way my thighs quiver

Please don’t go away

I don’t want it to end

I pray that it doesn’t

Eternity wouldn’t be long enough

I need infinity love

Infinity you

Infinity us

Infinity truth

-dottieb

7:03PM

30 Before 30 (4 of 30) Write When It Feels Right

Writing is something very near and dear to my heart.  I remember when I was a kid writing short stories, songs, and poems all the time.  Somehow as time went on I lost touch with my passion for creation and decided when I was making this list that I would write whenever I felt something.  Anger, passion, sadness, anything at all the objective was just to write.  And so write I did.

 

Moonstruck

Astronauts, spaceships I'm feelin right at home

My heart landed on the moon

And I'm glad I'm not alone

This is our happy place

This is where we zone

Go getters, daydreamers, lovers and the like

We party all day and party all night

Special is the magic

You can feel it in the air

To find a connect like this is oh so rare

But it flows so good

And it feels so right

Like having an outer body

You just walk toward the light

We don't fight what we feel

And we don't get scared

We let it be and cool out

Like we just don't care

But I want it to last

Don't want it to end

Cause when its all said and done

I'm elated that we're friends

-dottieb

7:01PM

Modern Retro 

10:56AM

Vote For My Look

Hi friends, I could use your support.  Click on the hype button to vote for my look on Lookbook.nu. Thank you! That is all.

-dottieb

 

2:01PM

Cake

 Listen to this with headphones on and crank that bitch. The bass is outta control! Click the picture to check it out. I love this! Happy Friday!! 

-dottieb