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The Party Has Moved to www.theTKtimes.com!

2011-01-19T19:22:00.001-08:00

Life has definitely changed since my first blog post on TKoftheWildboyz™ back on December 29th, 2006. Its been 4 years and 2,009 posts later and I don't mean to sound so cliche but, "It's been one hell of a ride!" I'm thankful that I will always have a record of these times to look back on. I've met some truly amazing people throughout the years, many of which I know will be with me the rest of my life. In the words of Drake, "I'm looking forward to the memories of right now, never forgotten' from where I came, and no matter where I'm headed, I promise to stay the same." I can't believe I just quoted Drake! HAHA

Anyways, thank you to everyone who's visited my blog over the past few years. I truly appreciate your support and I hope that you'll follow me over to www.TheTKTimes.com on Tumblr.

Happy New Year everyone! 143!

- TK Nguyen

P.S. If you want a good laugh just click through all my old post… I can’t believe I use to dress that way! HAHA

NYE 2011 : Block Party at House of Blues SD

2010-12-18T21:12:00.000-08:00

Coming off another sold out Halloween celebration, Victory Nightlife and House of Blues returns for a one-of-a-kind New Years countdown showcasing San Diego’s most celebrated DJs, dancers, & artist all choreographed to breathtaking multimedia laser light spectacle and live four-turntable mixing.

Check out our custom designed NYE 2011 : Block Party glasses designed by Mark Marcelo & Angela Dita.

CLICK HERE to visit our Facebook event page.
CLICK HERE to visit our official HOB Block Party site.

Victory x Mindz Alike Holiday Party this Friday!

2010-12-16T12:06:00.001-08:00

Come get your photo taken this Friday with Santa at the Victory x Mindz Alike Holiday Party at Thin/Onyx featuring DJ Rygar & DJ Rayzurakus. We’ll be raffling off NYE 2011 : Block Party tickets, plus plenty of give-a-ways form 5&A Dime and Munitio. RSVP at www.rnrsd.com for complimentary admission before 11PM.

Happy Birthday Killuh B!

2010-12-08T01:40:00.000-08:00

[Tuesday, November 23rd] After spending the entire day at the Creative Contraband offices with Killuh B, who was feeling unloved because she had thought everyone forgot about her birthday. Her mood quickly changed from emo sad girl, to surprised happy birthday girl!

Props to Mink for planning the birthday surprise at an All-You-Can-Eat Korean spot in K-Town.

Angela x Nicole aka V-Town

K-Town's own... Mink!

Happy 22nd Birthday B!

In the words of the birthday girl...

Hellz x GPPR aka Miss Lawn x Bamski

Love these ladies!

Afterwards Mink and I headed over to our favorite LA Clipper's girls aka Katrina Jo's crib for a intimate gathering after her jewelry trunk show. We ended up playing, "Battle of the Sexes," which quickly got heated... Thanks Katrina for hospitality! I love you're new place.

It was another night in LA with amazing food, great people, and fun times!

Video: History of Daft Punk in 5 Minutes!

2010-12-08T01:30:00.000-08:00

I didn't know Daft Punk has been around for that long. Its crazy to see how far they've come.

Tron is coming out soon! :)

Trailer: Black Swan - A must see!

2010-12-08T01:22:00.000-08:00

Wow Natalie Portman was absolutely magnificent in this movie. If she doesn't win an Oscar I'll be surprised. Beautiful & smart... She's my ideal dream girl! :) Oh yeah, did I mention Mila Kunis is also in the movie. Its a must see! I'm still speechless.

On top of that... They have a love making scene together! :)

Back in SF: Day 2 & 3 - World of Dance

2010-12-07T20:52:00.000-08:00

[Saturday, November 13th] I know Day 2 of my San Francisco blog recap has been weeks overdue but its been a busy holiday season here in the office. Just in case you missed Aggie's guest blog from Day 1, click here. Alright give me a second to think back to World of Dance SF...

CLICK HERE to view photos from WOD SF weekend.

We started off our morning by heading over to the Hellz Sample Sale at the Black Scale store in Union Square. The line was always out the door... These ladies definitely came up!

Racheem x Jino both held it down for Hellz.

;)

Aggie and I stopped by the Nordstroms Cafe around the corner for breakfast.

It was time to head over the bridge to Vallejo where this year's World of Dance was being held. I love this photo I snapped of the SF skyline, with Alcatraz in the background.

After about an hour drive, I finally made it to the fairgrounds! Shout out to all the wonderful volunteers that worked the event. Great job!!!

Wobz (TM) x Duckee x Carissa holdin' down the WOD booth.

Mark Mariano is the man behind the music! HAHA

Who's world is it!?

Congrats to our Lower Division Champs: Art of Technique... These guys were only 7 and 8 years old. Ridiculous what kids are able to do now-a-days.

Future Funk brought the house down too! It seriously looks like CGI because kids aren't suppose to be able to move that way...

It was a packed audience...

Here's a Twit Vid I shot with my iPhone from the stage... It was crazy!

Congrats to the fam aka The Company! So proud!!! I think its because we took out Aggie the night before for sake, creepes, and fun times! We're gonna need to make it a tradition! HAHA

World of Dance Champions: The Company

Marriott Hotel After Party with Team Millenium, Poreotix, and friends! Kings Cup with Sriracha Sauce!?

All I remember is all of us laughing the entire time... Too bad this picture is a serious one! HAHA

Emerson Aquino (Funks SF)

[Sunday, November 14th] That night we headed over to to meet up with San Diego native Will (Funks SF) who recently moved up to the Bay. We all basically had a slumber party. HAHA

We ate lunch at a pho spot in Daly City to help us recover from the night before...

Then it was off to Haight Street to meet up the World of Dance fam to do some shopping! Although I was there the weekend before, I was sad I didn't find anything this time around. I hate walking away empty handed... :(

Its become a tradition of ours to have dinner at Cha Cha Cha's the day after WOD. I can't even tell you the stuff we've done after a dozen plus pitchers of their famous sangria... SMH!

I've seen people try to down the entire thing... No joke!

Thanks Anthony from Tonic Live in SF for the hospitality!

The founder of World of Dance and one of my BFFs... Mr. Myron Marten!

I had to cut out early to head over toYamasho for Trung Tran's (Set 4 Life) birthday.

He had a private area reserved for 40+ of his closest homies... I'm glad I got a chance to make it out to celebrate with my Vietnamese brother.

Happy Birthday Trung!!!

I hate the fact that this mother f**ker doesn't drink, but he always makes you drink....

Thanks again to all the SF fam for always showing me an amazing time! 143!!!

Good Morning!

2010-12-06T02:16:00.001-08:00

[SD] Let me reintroduce myself....

2010-12-02T11:12:00.001-08:00

CLICK HERE to RSVP for complimentary admission before 11PM.
CLICK HERE to visit our Facebook page fore more details.

Just booked my tickets to Hawaii for...

2010-12-01T19:07:00.000-08:00

That's right everyone, I'll in Hawaii next week from Thursday, December 9th until Tuesday, December 14th to emcee World of Dance Hawaii! Can't wait to reunite with all the ABDC Season 5 crews in paradise!!!

I am sharing a room with Myron Marten (WOD), Jun Quemado (TM), and Brian Puspos (So Real)... SMH! Who's idea was this... See you guys at World of Dance Hawaii!

CLICK HERE to purchase your tickets for World of Dance Hawaii.

GPPR: Holiday 2010 "Rudie Can't Fail"

2010-11-30T17:02:00.000-08:00

Ladies and gentleman, after months and months of hard work at the GPPR Headquarters in Downtown Los Angles, I'm proud to announce that GPPR's introduction collection "Rudie Can't Wait" for Holiday 2010 is now in select stores nationwide.

Born of multi-subcultural and diverse influences, GPPR seeks to create apparel for the everyday man to wear every day. The brand is personified by the four different facets of the modern man; The Gentleman, The Philosopher, The Pervert, and The Rebel. Each provides their own set of backgrounds and beliefs, creating an interesting and honest dynamic that serves as the basis of the brand.

Everyone starts somewhere, and while this concise yet straight-forward collection serves as an introduction for GPPR,it is definitely a season that will not disappoint. Entitled 'Rudie Can't Fail,' the Holiday line is dedicated to the British 2-Tone movement of the late 1970's and the working-class beliefs of the youth at the time. The black and white graphic language illustrates the GPPR ideology and ethos, echoing the 2-Tone messages of positive action and unity. Stemming from a constant immersion in Rude Boy subculture, ska & soul music and 2-Tone fashion, we decided it was an apt theme and message to the current cultural climate. The collection features a contrasting black and white color story as a juxtaposition to the aggressive graphics of the tees. Traditionally, black and white is used as a means of division; between classes, politics and races. However, as with the 2-Tone movement, the monochromatic color scheme was used as a means of unity between medium and message, preacher and choir. In a time when the world has given us just about every reason to turn against one another, as cliche as it seems, what we need now is unity. ‘Rudie Can’t Fail,’ seeks to lay the foundation for future GPPR seasons with a bold exclamation of our principles and beliefs. ‘Nous sommes le pouvoir,’ We are the power.

Holiday 2010 is our Message To You, Rudie, and as far as we can see, ‘Rudie Can’t Fail.’

http://www.gppr.info

CLICK HERE to preview the Spring 2011: "Dossier N0. 32148" trailer.
CLICK HERE to follow us on Twitter: @GPPRco
CLICK HERE to like us on Facebook: GPPR

Which one are you Gentleman, Philosopher, Pervert, or Rebel?

Sometimes...

2010-11-30T11:12:00.001-08:00

I want: Trussardi 1911 Collection

2010-11-30T06:56:00.000-08:00

I've recently started to grow an obsession with bags. Its probably because I do a lot of traveling and live outside of a suitcase at times so I can appreciate a well designed and functional man-purse. HAHA Anyways, I would love to travel instyle with the entire new Trussardi 1911 collection, but that require me to drop some serious $$$. Throw this on the Christmas wish list too!

Trussardi 1911 continues to work heavily with camouflage patterns. Their new Red Camo Collection pairs camouflage uppers with red suede accents on travel bags, iPod/iPhone and iPad cases, suitcases, wallets and more. We like the contrast that the brand has used in the line, which has been created exclusively for TheCorner.com. You can also watch an interview with the brand’s creative director, Milan Vukmirovic, here.

Via: High Snobiety

I want: Nike Sportswear NSW Destroyer

2010-11-30T06:24:00.000-08:00

ALthough I must admit the black/black version of the Nike Sportswear NSW Destroyer Jacket for their Holiday 2010 collection is sleek, I am feeling this grey/red version too! I've been looking for a simple classic varsity jacket. Let me add this to my Christmas wish list... HAHA! ;)

Via: High Snobiety

"All I Want Is You..." Miguel Album Release

2010-11-29T17:22:00.000-08:00

Sundays at My Studio is always crackin' with #MoreBelve! Here are a few photos from Lazo I pulled of the Livelevated's site from Miguel's "All I Want Is You..." Album Release Party last night.

CLICK HERE to view the rest of the pictures.

DJ Orator keeps the party live every Sunday!

Hi Meghan! :)

Congrats to Miguel!

Crackin'!

Matt Kemp (Dodgers) x that dude from Wild'n Out... HAHA

Jenny x Vanessa

TK Nguyen x Jenny Ting x Bee Nguyen (Belvedere)

Sudana x Christine Mendoza

George Robertson (JL)

Julian (JL) is always with the pretty girls!

I'll have a blog recap soon...

Photographer: Jessica Milan

2010-11-29T15:49:00.000-08:00

I came across this link to photographer Jessica Milan's work on Mosaic. I love her photos, or maybe its just the girls she takes pictures of... Either way I thought I'd blog it.

Check it out for yourself:

Damn, that second girl is wifey status! ;) HAHA

33 Days until the NYE2011: Block Party at HOB!

2010-11-29T15:01:00.000-08:00

We're only 33 days away from the NYE2011: Block Party at House of Blues San Diego. Details for this year's celebration and presale tickets will be release this week. In the meantime, here's a reminder of the madness from last year...

Presale tickets for NYE2011 start at $20, then go up to $30, and then $40. Don't hesitate and get your tickets when they drop because this event will sell out too!

Commemorate another magnificent year with Victory Nightlife, House of Blues, San Diego's most celebrated DJ and dance crews, featuring another special midnight surprise! ;) I can't believe 2010 is already coming to an end... 2011 is lookin' real promising.

Inspiration: Kaws x Jay-Z

2010-11-29T14:42:00.000-08:00

Look what came in the mail today... I love Amazon.

Black Friday: Nom De Guerre Jacket

2010-11-29T13:45:00.000-08:00

I was really looking forward to doing some damage on Black Friday, but after I hit up Opening Ceremony, Best Buy, Target, and the Groove. All I walked away with was this Nom De Guerre jacket. Don't get me wrong, I love my new jacket, but I was really hoping to make it rain! HAHA

Oh well, I guess its a good thing... I guess. I'm a bit disappointed. But at least tomorrow my new Oral-B 5000 electric toothbrush is coming in! :)

Alvinisms: Angelo & Vanessa's Wedding :)

2010-11-29T10:26:00.000-08:00

I've been so busy lately, or maybe I've just been lazy, but here's another guest blog from Alvin aka Alvinims from Angelo & Vanessa's wedding last weekend. It was a wonderful weekend spent with my longest and closest friends, the Wildboyz. These are the people I know that I'm going to be friends with for the rest of my life no matter what happens... We're family!

This quote basically sums it up: "The most beautiful discovery true friends make, is that they can grow separately without growing apart."

Alright, enough with the emo stuff... Here's the Alvinisms' recap of the wedding (apologizes for the spacing in this entry):

Rainy day wedding bells.

And purple socks.

No homo?

Vince, Cile, JR, and TJ during the service.

So chill this kid.

4 life!

I do time.

BTW, it was Junior's birthday that day so it was extra special. I wish I got the group picture w/ all the Wildboyz and Wildgirlz in it.

The wedding was at Scripps, the reception was in Temecula. So we had time to eat.....In N Out! Now that's west coast for you.

Even though about 20 suit and ties showed up it was already crackin!

Reservation for Mr. Benavidez?

Hungry hippos go here.

Wine stopper giveaways.

Candy giveaways!?! Sweeet! Like literally!

Open bar means it's time to mob.

All grown up.

2 of MCHS's best bboys.

The original 2 Egypt flying partners.

Kimtan and the man of the night.

Wildboyz married men.

Fishing buddies. Yes I wore Charger colors.

Enter the newlyweds.

I heart buffets.

I've known Nessa for over 13 years. I'm so happy for you both!

Krissy and KJ the other married couple.

Heather and I after some beers and Capt. Morgan.

Pick your poison.

CHEERS!

Dance time.

Oh wait, garter toss time.

I won't say who caught it and got a joke pulled on him.

But it was hella funny when the DJ switched spots w/ the girl who caught the bouquet.

OWNED.

Put your hands up in the air. Waaay up in the air.

Someone spilled something on Ellen, but that don't stop anyone from dancing.

Auntie and Uncle up in this pic!

The Arnaldos and Jenny.

Smiles and funny faces.

Rosie and I.

The Neglerio family and a new member? Next up!

Congrats!

This picture is funny because just because the lights go on that doesn't mean you gotta stop.

Its like one of our old high school dance photos.

I just noticed that Mr. Mira Mesa and I wore the same colors.

The rest was a blur. Congratulations Vanessa and Angelo. We all love you both!

Via: Alvinisms

We ride together, we die together, WILDBOYZ 4 LIFE!

"... leave a trail."

2010-11-27T20:07:00.001-08:00

Via: Getatnance

Guest Blogger: AGGIE - Back in SF: Day 1

2010-11-27T15:51:00.000-08:00

I'd like to introduce everyone to one of my favorite Bay Area folks, the one and only, Aggie aka Agnes Loyola. She might be under 5 feet tall, but she one talented dancer and just an all around awesome person. I love her!

CLICK HERE to check out her Tumblr site.
CLICK HERE to view more photos from WOD SF weekend.

Anyways, she's here to do a guest blog from my back to back weekends in SF. Fun times!!! :) Take it away...

Friday November 12, 2010

AGGIE: Back to SF Toe-Knee goes for the weekend! I swear he was just here the week before for a day to... go shopping. 0_0. What he does best right? The ridiculous amount of money he spent at one store... I'll let him tell you that. haha

xP The Louis bag above is a lot smaller than it looks in the picture. I sat next to it in the car and I was actually a little surprised I was almost as small as it was. JK. It was smaller than I thought though.

Flew First Class on Delta, winin' & dinin'. He said it wasn't that great considering it was only an hour flight. I've flown FC on Delta Airlines before and it was probably the most comfortable plane ride I've ever had - but mine was about a 3hr trip.. sooo... I win! :D

TK - 0 Aggie - 1

TK vs. Aggie. He always makes fun of me for being so miniature sized. I take it because I know he's just kidding. Did you know both my pinkies add up to his one index finger? I'd take a picture to show you but Toe-Knee's back in LA. :/ This one I lose.

TK - 1 Aggie - 1

Drew - tk's younger brother (left) and Jino - owner of Hellz Bellz (right)

AHHH Korean BBQ. After picking up TK from the airport we met up at Drew's house and we took off to Japan Town for some bomb ass kbbq. I kept being asked where we should go eat and trust me, I'm not the one to ask since I don't go out to the city much. So since I've never been, I suggested this! Good choice Aggie, good choice *pat on back

TK - 1 Aggie - 2

^ Also our first shot of soju for the night. We shared 2 bottles. I haven't had it in awhile and already the first shot was creeping up on me! I learned that you aren't supposed to pour your own soju either. So we each took turns pouring it into each other's glasses. :)

Damn honestly, I forgot everything we ate. But! Jino said (yes, he is Korean) the traditional way to eat KBBQ was to have it with the lettuce like a lettuce wrap. Oh man was it delicious!! He did order everything for us (haha) and TK kept saying, 'kamsahamnida' which means 'thank you' in Korean. :)

^ Lettuce wrap, rice, meat (was it pork? beef?) and bean paste. The most tasty! Wuuuu I wanna go back for more.

Top view: Check out all the mouth watering food on the table! You can't see it but the soju bottle featured Tae Yang... Aww who am I kidding. LOL. It really featured a really famous Korean star named Lee Hiyori who actually has done live performances with Tae Yang and Big Bang themselves. Cool huh? Honestly, she's pretty hot.

But okay aside from that, our food was pretty bomb. Thank you Jino for dinner!! And for getting my buzz started that night HAHA

TK - 1
Aggie - 2
Jino - 1/2 lol

We visited a few club spots right after. First one was Sutra, where TK's friend Trung Tran kindly let us in without proper club attire haha. Trung (far left) is actually the owner of Sutra and also gave us a couple of shots of death aka liquid cocaine. And when I say couple I do mean 2. It didn't taste that bad but dammnnn did that leave me set for rest of the night or what?! I had no idea how strong that stuff was. Donezo..

TK - 2
Aggie - 2
Jino - 1/2

I forgot what club we went to next, but shout out to Caramel Regalado Please (Lauren Regalado!!) for having her birthday there because that's how I remembered the place haha. I also don't recall the place being this crowded.. but I think it usually is.

Emerson x Project Em x Funks SF (right) & ...guy x Poreotics? -_________- Help me out Tony bc I don't know any of their names.. sorry!!

I'm just gonna assume these are more members from Poreotics.. with the other guy from the previous picture clearly giving a cack in the face. -_______-

And more members of Poreotics? At least a face I recognize! Danny Batamana who is their manager(am I right?) and part owner of TM? Gah I dunno.. shout out to you guys anyway! Okay.. point goes to TK for knowing all these people..

TK - 3
Aggie - 2
Jino - 1/2 ..still. <-- haha

Myron (Myronmarten21XL -- that's what I immediately think of now when he comes to mind) bought shots for TK and I dunno who else. They don't look tasty, and I'm really glad I didn't drink anymore otherwise I'm pretty sure I would have thrown up. Cheers to TK for having so much tolerance in his body. And no, you don't get a point for that.. =P

Apparently the club was poppin'.. DJ view haayy.. Toe-Knee actually got to announce something about World Of Dance that was in Vallejo that weekend. That's pretty cool actually.

After the clubs where it was the most challenging thing to keep my composure, we got some delicious crepes!! Man, I'm actually craving for one right now. I felt like we waited the longest for it, but it was completely worth it in the end. This makes me wanna plan to go get some this week. Who's down?!

Last picture for the night. Finally got our yummy crepes! Next time TK, we'll go to Belly Good Crepes in JTown, or go to Genki's on Clement. You won't regret going to either of them! Can't wait for you to come back and visit so we can kick it again! Hopefully I'll have a car to take us around next time haha.

Scoreboard:

TK - 3

Aggie - 2

Jino - 1 1/2 -- I gave him an extra point for being good company haha

Winner: Drew Nguyen for getting us these crepes! Hahaha he wins not only because of that, and not because he did drive us, but because he gave in to trading back a black parka that TK gave him for another one TK didn't want LOL. Brotherly love. Can't forget I have to thank him for getting me home in one peaceANDpiece. :)

Good times! Thanks Toe-Knee for letting me be a guest blogger on your page. Until next time! More adventures from this weekend to come from yours truly TK Nguyen :)

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Thanks Aggie for blogging! :) I thought I'd add a few more pictures of you from that night...

You're a baby!

Drew aka Brother x Drunken Aggie aka Aggie

To be continued...

R&R: Rhythm & Recreation - November 19th

2010-11-25T19:29:00.000-08:00

[Before] 09:23:50 PM

[After] 11:27:36 PM

[After After] 02:23:15 AM

Thank you to everyone that came out to R&R: Rhythm & Recreation at Thin/Onyx to celebrate with us. See you guys December 3rd! Good life!!!

"Back in the Day..." Photo Album on Facebook!

2010-11-24T04:14:00.000-08:00

For some reason I logged onto Myspace last night for the first time in years. Anyways, I found a few baby pictures in one of the albums and decided to uploaded them to my Facebook. Check them out and feel free to leave a comment! :)

CLICK HERE to view my "Back in the Day..." photos.

P.S. If you haven't added me as a friend on Facebook yet, don't be shy!

Hellz: Holiday 2010 "Culture Vultures"

2010-11-23T18:43:00.000-08:00

Hellz is back with their "Culture Vultures" collection for Holiday 2010 with my favorite model, Xian! ;) HAHA All I can say is, I love it and I can picture my future ex-girl friend rockin' it!

CLICK HERE to read about the Hellz: "Culture Vultures" collection.

Via: Hellz

I want: Nike Cheyenne 2000 Pinnacle Backpack

2010-11-23T17:59:00.000-08:00

I love the sleek look of the new Nike Cheyenne 2000 Backpack with its seamless water resistant zippers. Its actually constructed from laser-cut panels with plenty of handy compartments inside for all your daily needs. I'm still debating if I should just pick it up from Julz at Blends SD... I want!!!

Thanks Munitio for the 9mm Earphones!

2010-11-22T16:57:00.001-08:00

When I got home the other day I found a small envelope on my desk with a pair of Munitio SITi: Nine Millimeter Earphones inside. These SITi (standard issue titanium) earphones utilize NASA technology to provide superior sound and quality, plus they're built to resemble 9mm bullets. How awesome is that!?

CLICK HERE to find out more information about these Munitio: SITi earphones.

Plus, they were featured on Wired.com today so check out when you get a chance by clicking here.

Thanks Keith!

Sanrio's 50th Anniversary: "Small Gift"

2010-11-22T16:12:00.000-08:00

[Monday, November 11th] After a productive day at the Creative Contraband offices in Culver City, the crew headed out to the VIP Pre-Opening of Sanrio's 50th Anniversary "Small Gift" event at the Barker Hanger in Santa Monica. I heard about the VIP event a few days before but I didn't know it was going to be such a huge ordeal, but I'm glad I got a chance to experience everything... Especially since it was all FREE! :)

CLICK HERE to view more photos from "Small Gift"

CLICK HERE to read Miss Lawn's recap on the Hellz blog.

CLICK HERE to read Kris' recap on the 5&A Dime blog.

When we got there the line was ridiculously long, but fortunately for us we work along with NRG, who was organizing the event so we got the VIP treatment. Thanks Elyse (NRG)!

SD: Judy x Brandon Solis (Mega Powers) x Felice x Cha

Peter (Creative Contraband) was Kenny Mac's man on the inside... HAHA!

I can't wait...

HERRO KITTY! :)

Mark Marcelo (722 Figueroa) couldn't hold his excitement in, especially since there was complimentary Yogurtland!

They even had 5 food trucks lined up outside, including the Grilled Cheese Truck, which I've heard so much about. I couldn't resist...

I ended up with both a grilled cheese sandwich and a burrito from the Kogi Truck. OMG!!!

Shout out to my Vietnamese sisters from the LSD Fashion Lab: Phong x Phuong

Aww... I love Peter x Rhea!

Keroppi!

Peter x DJ Neil Armstrong x TK x Ryan (GPPR)

Killuh B x Emily x Rhea

Look who I finally got to meet... Keroppi!

Miss Lawn (Hellz) x Nicole (V-Town) on the Sanrio ferris wheel.
Kris (5&A Dime) x Thanh - If you haven't seen their amazing "Up" Halloween costumes you gotta click here. Its brilliant!!!

More Keroppi and I... HAHA!

I spy Ashlee Simpson x Pete Wentz (Fall Out Boy)

Hellz x GPPR = Lanie x Bam

SMH!!!

Don't judge me!

Crackin'!

Yuko Yamaguchi aka the 3rd Hello Kitty designer x Angela

DJ talk with Mark Marcelo x Drewbryd (Dom Kennedy)

DJ Neil Armstrong keep the party crackin' all night!

When I was 3 years old I wanted to be a cop just like Erik Estrada on the hit 80s TV series "CHiPs". Although that's no longer my dream, it was nice to get a chance to chop it up with the man himself. HAHA Thanks Herman Flores (Modern Home + Living) for taking the time to introduce me. My parents are gonna love this photo! HAHA

Is that Lisa Ling (CNN)?

Not only was this event absolutely free, with hosted bars, complimentary food, and tons of fun stuff, but they also had amazing gift bags!

Thank you Sanrio and congratulations on your 50th anniversary!!! Can't wait for the next Sanrio event! :)

Time to head over to Blvd 3 to support Shaun Evaristo and the Beat Freaks. To be continued...

[SD] Etnies Plus x The Lovewright Co.

2010-11-19T17:17:00.000-08:00

Attention San Diego: You’ve seen the Califas boot on countless blogs for months now, and the time has finally come. Saturday, November 20th will mark the release of the much anticipated Etnies Plus + Lovewright Co. collaboration boot, and rightful partying is scheduled to ensue. Mayer Hawthrone, Ikah Love, and Question will be tearing up the decks all night long. And if you read the fine print, there is something about a Tecate open bar.

They will be giving away special edition LWR | EP tote bags filled with product from all the sponsors. The first 50 to RSVP to events@lovewrightco.com will receive a tote bag at the event. Don’t sleep, RSVP now.

Happy Deuces Mink!

2010-11-19T01:27:00.000-08:00

[Sunday, November 7th] It was a back-to-back birthday weekend. First it was Ben Wang's and now it was time to celebrate Mink's "Deuce Deuce" at Saddle Ranch off Sunset Blvd. Who's down to ride the bull!?

CLICK HERE to view more photos.

Happy Birthday to my Korean sister, Mink Jin! :)

Taryn (RVCA) x Jenilee x Killuh B (Creative Contraband) x Lisa

Neran Dhas x Ajay

One of my oldest friends Cheryl (Wildgirlz) came out with me too. I'm so happy she lives near me now!

You look nervous Mink!? HAHA

Who's ready for a mustache ride?

You know Houston can get down with the bull! HAHA

There's no way to look cool while riding a bull...

But I was the best rider all night! Real talk! I'll upload the video next...

You're still a baby... Deuces!!!

The Crew:

The Roomies:

Time to head over to the Dime on Fairfax... I wish this photo wasn't out of focus, but I still love it!

After a few drinks, Cheryl and I headed over to Entree Sundays at My Studio to meet up with the JL fam for some #morebelve. First thing Cheryl said to me when we walked in was, "I fell like I'm in a music video." HAHA

Cheryl x Aimee (Movement Lifestyle) x TK

Jerry Lorenzo (JL) x Bee Nguyen (Belvedere) x Julian Edwards (JL)

Our table was lookin' real nice all night... :)

Crooks & Castles had the VIP booth next to us and of course they toasted Mink's birthday with some Patron!

Crackin'!

Love DJ Lady Sha (Lioness LA)!

Two of my favorite people: Cheryl x Mink

Happy Birthday Mink! Love you! :)

We are Creative Contraband!

2010-11-17T17:35:00.000-08:00

Good afternoon everyone! I wanted to take some time out to let you know that I've joined the Creative Contraband (CC) team in Los Angeles headed by lifestyle marketing guru, Kenny Mac (LVMH).

What exactly is Creative Contraband?

There is no simple way of explaining what CC is, but what I can tell you is that I've been brought on board to focus on marketing and brand development. Our contemporary men's brand, GPPR will be my main priority, plus other special upcoming collaborative projects with such brands as Hennessy Black, Crooks & Castles, Hellz, Black Scale, and others. I'll also be apart of the Creative Contraband: Peer Pressure blog network of creative's and influencers.

Come be apart of the WeAreCC social network:

http://www.facebook.com/WeAreCC - LIKE us!
http://www.twitter.com/WeAreCC - FOLLOW us!

Open up your mind and let us share some interesting, creative, and inspiring content with you! Thanks! :)

LXD: The Greater of Two Evils

2010-11-17T17:16:00.000-08:00

Shout out to the homie, JD McElroy and the rest of the LXD cast for another visually stunning video. I'm a huge fan of LXD!

CLICK HERE to watch all the LXD episodes exclusively on Hulu.

Thanks Nike Sportswear!

2010-11-17T14:52:00.000-08:00

Arsen (Hall of Fame) dropped by the Creative Contraband offices in Culver City today and brought a present for me Nike Sportswear. Thanks Lena and everyone else at Nike for the customized Loopwheeler: AW77 Hoodie. I love it!!!

TK

CLICK HERE to find out why the Loopwheeler are the World's Greatest Hoodie.

Trailer: Green Lantern

2010-11-17T14:36:00.001-08:00

Happy 30th Birthday Ben Wang!

2010-11-17T14:19:00.000-08:00

[Saturday, November 6th] Since Confidential is currently under construction, I had my first free Saturday in over a year. What to do?! I guess I had to go to Ben Wang's 30th birthday! HAHA We celebrated with dinner at Malo in Los Feliz followed by bar hopping around DTLA.

CLICK HERE to view photos from Ben's 30th birthday.

Killuh B (Creative Contraband) x Stevens (TAA)

Paparazzi shot of Angela x Mark Marcelo (722 Figueroa)

Time to open up some gifts...

Double Trouble: Killuh B x Mink (Crooks)

I can't believe they're really siblings. HAHA

Its Mink's 22nd birthday at midnight.

Don Julio x3

Just 1 of 13 shots Ben took that night... HAHA!

Doug Wu (Collective) x Ben Wang x TK Nguyen

Happy 30th Birthday Ben!

Time to head to Broadway Bar in DTLA... Too bad it was so crackin' that we decided to head over to Association instead. There were lines everywhere in DTLA.

Luckily Doug knew the owners of Association so we were all good... Cheers!

Killuh B x Mink x Miss Lawn (Hellz) x Nicolle (Hellz)

"Black & Yellow"

I cut out to Rockwell for a quick second to visit the Usual Suspects aka Chief (USLA) x Indo (Muse LA).

Crackin'!

Shout out to Wally (Orisue) x Holland (Karmaloop)

Happy birthday Jane!

It was nice to be able to just hang out on a Saturday night!

[SD] R&R: Rhythm & Recreation

2010-11-17T10:30:00.000-08:00

This Friday there's guaranteed to be a few champagne showers with all the birthdays we're celebrating at Thin/Onyx.

RSVP at www.RNRSD.com for complimentary admission before 11PM plus we've got a special midnight shot special to look out for.

See you Friday! :)

Making of the Best Picture... Ever!

2010-11-15T19:08:00.000-08:00

Watch this video of how the "Best Picture... Ever" was created:

Photo: Razo
Video: Combover Collective

Come to R&R: Rhythm & Recreation this Friday and make your own "Best Picture... Ever!" with our photographer Razo.

48 Hours in San Francisco.

2010-11-15T11:38:00.000-08:00

[Wednesday, October 3rd] What was suppose to be a short 24 hour business trip to San Francisco, turned into me purposely missing my flight to stay an extra night to party with friends. Fun times! It was even crazier because the day I flew in just happen to be the Giants World Series Championship parade. It was madness...

CLICK HERE to view more photos from SF.

I've missed flying Virgin America!

Drew aka Brother and I headed out to Supper Club to have dinner that night. Definitely a weird experience to say the least...

Earlier that morning there were millions of Giants fans outside City Hall for the parade. The footage I saw from my brother's iPhone looked like pure chaos. I'm kinda glad I missed it...

Reunited with Alysia! :) I finally got a chance to see her place and catch up on life. Thanks for coming out with me even though you hate going out to clubs.

We headed over to Infusion, which is SF's premier club, to meet up with DJ Gusto (Skam Artist) and Jenn. However, Jen had too much fun during the parade she didn't make it out. HAHA FAIL

Patron time with DJ Gusto x Angelina... I think that was just 1 of 6 shots I took of Patron that night thanks to Gusto. I still hate you by the way! HAHA

Somehow I ended up in a taxi cab in front of my brother's house holding a McDonald's snap wrap in my right hand at 3AM. I don't know... But what I do know is I hate Patron!

[Thursday November 4th] Anyways, my brother's new house is so big he has his own dance floor! HAHA

We both headed out to the gym Thursday morning, but it probably wasn't a good idea because I was still so dehydrated. When we got back my brother cooked up some breakfast... I'm impressed.

The view from his place is very nice too!

Later that afternoon, Artressa (The Company) came by and picked me up so we could head out to Haight Street to do some shopping! :)

I came up on these Red Wing boots plus a pullover jacket from B. Scott from Villain's, my favorite store in SF.

I love this photo!

We picked up Marien (The Company) on our way back and got Wing Stop! We were all starving...

I'm way too tall for this picnic table...

I found a babby aka Aggie! :)

The genius behind the Company... Pat Cruz.

5... 6... 7... 8...

I ended up staying at the Company rehearsal until my ride came. Watching these guys rehearse makes me miss my dancing days. I miss having that team camaraderie, and of course I just miss performing! :( I can't wait to see their entire set at WOD... But you already know how that ended. CHAMPS!

So I ended up missing my flight because some of the Wildboyz were flying into SF for the weekend. We started off our night by making a pit stop at one of the near by liquor stores where they were selling these personal drinking kits. HAHA

We pre-partied at my brother's house before heading back out to the city.

Wildboyz 4 Life!

As the night progressed, the more I was questioning my decision to stay an extra 24 hours... These guys are just too wild! HAHA Josephine x Cecile x Rose x Vince x JR

DJ Drew aka DJ Brother

We hit up the crepe cart first before heading out to Eve Lounge...

Delicious!

I love Josie! :) She's a trooper because she was dancing all night with a walking boot on her leg all night.

BFF aka Rose x Drew

We meet up at Eve Lounge with Alfredo and the rest of the gang aka Fatima x Cat x Jill x Christine

So glad I got to meet up with Dom while I was out in SF. See you back in LA!

My Vietnamese brother Trung Tran (Sutra) also stopped by to say whats up before heading back to work.

We spent the entire night doing the electric slide, having our own soul train line, and even a few routines. HAHA

Both Josie and Fran were battle each other on who loved me more... Aww! I love you both!

Viper was definitely on the prowl that night!

Late night eating in Union Square.

Fun times!

[Friday, November 5th] It was time to fly out to San Diego so I could host another R&R: Rhythm & Recreation. I am gonna miss SF but I'd be back next week for World of Dance: Bay Area.

I'll see you this weekend Josie at Vanessa & Angelo's wedding. Can't wait to reunite with all the Wildboyz... I'm actually kinda scared its gonna be too crazy! If you're wondering what Josie is doing below, she was doing an impersonation of me. SMH

Hi San Diego!

I'll be back SF...

Brass Monkey for Jenny Kita's Birthday!

2010-11-11T16:30:00.000-08:00

[Monday, October 18th] I just realized I totally forgot to blog about Jenny Kita's birthday last month at Brass Monkey. It turns out this was the start to our weekly karaoke craze. I didn't know karaoke bars got that crazy!!!

CLICK HERE to view more photos from Jenny's birthday.

Before heading to Brass Monkey, Jino (Hellz) and I grabbed some delicious Korean food at one of his secret spots. I love bibimbap!

Happy birthday Kita! :)

We took over their Monday night rollin' 30 deep!

Getatnance (Amsterdam) x Miss Lawn (Hellz)

I expected Killuh B to karaoke to some hype trill shit, but she picked a Ryan Leslie joint... Very un-Killuh B.

Jenilee x Nancy x Kita x Janet x Lawn

HAHA

Its alright... Its your birthday!

Jenilee's voice is a mix of Jesus and Fergie... It was beautiful!

JP San Pedro in the house!

I know there are a ton of other photos on other blogs that I didn't have, including JD McElroy and myself busting a "Wheel Barrel" on the birthday girl. HAHA

[LV] Main Event at Surrender inside the Encore.

2010-11-11T15:07:00.000-08:00

For those of you planning to make your way to Las Vegas this fight weekend, join Victory Nightlife (SD) & Hvyrsnl (SF) at Surrender inside the Encore for the Main Event. Complimentary admission with wristbands before 11:30PM. Contact HannahKwak@gmail.com to pick up wristbands.

Video: "Locals Only" by Dom Kennedy

2010-11-10T14:43:00.000-08:00

I'm feelin' Dom Kennedy's newest video for his single "Locals Only." Keep hustlin' homie!

I want: iPod Watch Band

2010-11-09T23:48:00.000-08:00

Thanks to its diminutive size and built-in clip, the new iPod nano isn't just a music player — it's a fashion accessory. Make it even more of one with an iPod Watch Band ($25). Made from silicone, these bands come in a variety of colors to coordinate with whatever color nano you prefer, and offer full coverage for the nano, with push-through button covers and an integrated headphone port cover. If only it did FaceTime.

Via: Uncrate

Video: New York City - Timelapse

2010-11-09T23:40:00.000-08:00

I miss New York! Who wants to head out to NYC with me after Thanksgiving?

SDAFF Photo Booth Pictures from R&R

2010-11-09T19:41:00.000-08:00

CLICK HERE to view more photos from the SDAFF Photo Booth.

Shopping: Hellz Sample Sale

2010-11-09T17:13:00.000-08:00

Who doesn't love sample sales? This past Saturday Hellz had a sample sale in Los Angeles at the Hellz/GPPR Headquarters. Since Hellz is strictly for the ladies, I did shopping for my lil' cousin, Demi aka Stinky. Every time there's a sample sale knows she's about to get hooked up with some fresh new gear from her favorite cousin aka me! HAHA

CLICK HERE to get the Hellz "The Shopper's Life" recap for the sale.

Here are some of the items that Angela (Hellz) helped me pick out for Demi:

You better be getting those good grades Demi! Hope you love it all! :)

For those of you in San Francisco, Hellz is taking the Sample Sale on the road to the Black Scale Store in Union Square this Saturday. Don't sleep on it! 50%-75% off... Did you hear me? I said, 50%-75% off!!!

For more information check out: www.whatthehellz.com

Video: Halloween Block Party by Garvin Ha

2010-11-08T21:05:00.000-08:00

Recent footage has just been recovered from the paranormal activity that transpired before the Halloween Block Party at House of Blues. The whereabouts of TK Nguyen are still unknown. If you or anyone you know has any information please contact your local authorities.

Produced & Directed by Garvin Ha.

Halloween Block Party Photo Booth

2010-11-07T18:28:00.000-08:00

CLICK HERE to view all the photo booth pictures courtesy of Razo.

Avatar

2010-11-06T19:04:00.000-07:00

Photo courtesy of April.

"I can jump over my nipple"

2010-11-06T18:59:00.001-07:00

If you didn't make it out to the Hellz sample sale, you missed out on my leaping demonstration. "I can jump over my nipple." True story.

Red Wing Boot Game

2010-11-06T11:51:00.000-07:00

Just picked up my second pair of Red Wings while I was in San Francisco from Villans. I still gotta break them in so they're a bit brutal on the pinky toe. I feel your pain ladies... HAHA! But I love them! Thanks Artressa (The Company) for taking me shopping! :)

Getatnance: Bon Voyage Nance! :(

2010-11-04T21:47:00.000-07:00

[Tuesday, November 2nd]: It was supposed to be a surprise party but I ended up finding out lol. Than again it's the thought that counts. Just the idea knowing Kita, JD, Jenilee and TK were setting this up for me made me all feel warm, fuzzy and so special. I'm so blessed to have such amazing group of talented, beautiful friends in my life. It's hard to describe with words how I feel. Pretty overwhelming it was. It was hard to keep that smile on my face. Knowing I was leavin soon. But I am sooo thankful.

"Thank you guys for all comin trough. My trip out here wouldn't be as amazing without you guys! We've shared so many amazing memories and good times. "Salute" to many more! 143"

Our group of friends is so tight. We all became so much closer this trip. It's hard, because I saw them almost everyday and all of a sudden I won't see them for months :*(

"goodbye's are the worst."

Jared x Ryan x Dj Drewbyrd x Dj Mark Marcelo (aka TK's roomie)

Miss Lawn (Founder Hellz Bellz) x Nicole x Bam x Romeo x Ryan x Adam (722 Figuroa)

Timor from The Netherlands bustin them movies (Michael Jackson x Chris Brown)

Gui DaSilva (Chris Brown) x Timor x me x Gustavo x Brandon

Imma miss these biatches - Cheryl x Jenilee x Miss Lawn x Jenny Kita

Jeka x Shaun Evaristo

Cutest Couple Kevin x Joanna

Singin our hearts out!

Neran x TK aka Harold and Kumar

Indo (muse) x Kita x Chief (usla) x me

I love this girl! Thnx for always being there for me! Love you Cathy!

Hellz Bellz x Gppr

Jd x TK x Me x Gustavo x Lucas

Jd x Timor x D-nice killin it on stage!

"Missing someone is your heart's way of reminding you that you love them"

Click here for more pictures

Via: Getatnance

Miss you already Nance! Hopefully I can make it out to Amsterdam soon! Love you Sis! :)

Video: Influencers - Watch it!

2010-11-04T14:13:00.000-07:00

INFLUENCERS is a short documentary that explores what it means to be an influencer and how trends and creativity become contagious today in music, fashion and entertainment.

The film attempts to understand the essence of influence, what makes a person influential without taking a statistical or metric approach.

Written and Directed by Paul Rojanathara and Davis Johnson, the film is a Polaroid snapshot of New York influential creatives (advertising, design, fashion and entertainment) who are shaping today's pop culture.

"Influencers" belongs to the new generation of short films, webdocs, which combine the documentary style and the online experience.

influencersfilm.com
facebook.com/influencersfilm

Its gonna be MEGA!

2010-11-04T14:05:00.000-07:00

RSVP at www.rnrsd.com

Dom Kennedy x Levi Maestro: Life As I Know It

2010-11-04T13:41:00.000-07:00

Shout out to the homies Dom Kennedy & Levi Maestro on this short... "Life As I know It".

The Last Supper with No Pants Nance!

2010-11-04T13:34:00.000-07:00

[Monday, November 1st]: Enjoyin my last Vietnamese supper before headed back home to Europe. Pho 87 in Chinatown. I love this place. It became one of my fav Pho spots thnx to TK. We could eat here daily. Thnx TK for treatin us! I miss you!

At night the homiez took me out for Korean BBQ. I wish we had this in Europe. For all my Dutchies ya'll have no idea what your missin out on!

Mark x TK x Killuh B x JD x Kita x Me x Jenilee - " I MISS YOU GUYS SOOOOO MUCH " 143

HEY! It's that guy from the poster!

Via: Getatnance

We miss you already Nance! :)

HELLZ Sample Sale this Saturday!!!

2010-11-03T11:41:00.000-07:00

Hello all my HELLZ -HEADS! After all the demands and constant emails, we finally decided to deliver the goods and supply you with yet another Los Angeles sample sale! Brand new exclusive items as well as some oldies-but-goodies will be available for the taking, so come by and visit Misslawn and the rest of the HELLZ team (plus TK)!

Via: What the Hellz

Don't sleep on this ladies...

Jomo: Halloween Block Party @ House of Blues

2010-11-03T11:20:00.000-07:00

[Jomo]: Blurry night. Good times. AWESOME COSTUMES EVERYONE!! I don't think I saw too many repeats. (Then again, I don't remember much in general...) Congratulations to Toe-Knee and the rest of the staff and crew for probably one of the best House of Blues events to date. Approximately 2000 people in attendance?? Crazy. Pictures tell it all. I know Guil had my camera for a while, but I really don't remember taking all these pictures. Where was I most of the night?!?

Several pictures stolen from KaYoTiK's blog. I'm about to end this blog if Brian continues to go out to the same events I do every weekend...

kanye found his phoenix (Thanks Mike & Annie hah!)

zack vs slater

kimtron

kickass is straight win

random guy asks if he can tickle me...it turns out to be tim khuu.

hey hey hey!

dj julz with costume of the year

gaga sighting

awesome costume. awesome face.

peace out!

Via: Jomo & KaYoTiK

Thanks guys for all the amazing photos... Wish I would have taken some that night too! See you guys at the next Block Party for New Years Eve 2011.

I like boots!

2010-11-03T02:44:00.000-07:00

Pamela Anderson at the Masquerade Noir!

2010-11-02T02:27:00.000-07:00

I found this paparazzi clip of Pamela Anderson walking into Premier for our Hennessy Black Masquerade Noir on Halloween while I was working the door. The paparazzi are intense!

Halloween Hennessy Black Masquerade Noir

2010-11-01T13:16:00.000-07:00

[Sunday, October 31st] After another sold out Halloween Block Party at the House of Blues San Diego on Saturday. I headed back up to Hollywood to hosting Hennessy Black's private Masquerade Noir at Premiere Supper Club. It was my first time spending Halloween in Hollywood and it was just as ridiculous as I imagined. It looked as if there was a Halloween parade marching down Hollywood Blvd. Just a sea of people dressed in the most outrageous outfits.

Thanks to Elisabeth (LVMH) & Kenny Mac (Creative Contraband) for the opportunity to host such an amazing event. Complimentary appetizers, beautiful cocktail servers, exotic performers, and of course all the Hennessy Black you can drink! :)

CLICK HERE for more photos from the Masquerade Noir.

As long as your RSVPed, you'd be good to go...

Now thats how you welcome your guest!

My favorite mixed drink was definitely the Hennessy Black Berry: Hennessy Black, cranberry juice, apple juice, dash of lime, fresh blackberry, all served over ice.

Meg x Komie (Rayne Delikate)

Everyone's favorite female turntablist aka DJ Lady Sha!

LSD Fashion Lab rockin' their Tron outfits!

I was starving when I got there, luckily they were serving tasty appetizers throughout the night.

Nicky Diamond (Diamond Supply) x Michelle (Crooks)

The birthday girl aka Komie x Matt Walsh (Syndicate Group)

At first I was wondering who this random lady was and why she was dancing on our table, but it was actually all apart of Hennessy Black's bottle service presentation. Applause!

All that for us!?

Hennessy Black Berries all around please!!!

Cheers to the good life!

We must have gone through at least 4 bottles at our table.

Awesome job DJ Lady Sha! We all love you!

Oh you Nancy huh?

Thanks to America's Next Top Model winner Salesiah Stowers for coming!

Mega (BlckScle) x Nick Diamond x Dagan... Can't believe Dagan really chopped his hair!

English (Creative Contraband) hard at work behind the lens.

Like OMG! If it isn't everyone's favorite Hollywood party girl aka Summer. Teresa Espinosa (Beat Freaks) killed it and never broke character. Loved it!!!

Beat Freaks: Alison "Al Star"x Lady Jules x Teresa Espinosa... I mean Summer!

Crackin'!

Joanna x Aimee (Movement Lifestyle)

JP San Pedro (Janet Jackson) and his Crazy 88!

I loved the chandeller center piece at Premier.

I'm so happy a few of the San Diego family came up to celebrate too! Josephine x Cheryl x Jenny aka the Wildgirls :)

The Master of Ceremonies: Elisabeth

Daniel (Dirty Milk) x Elisabeth

Another shot of Hennessy Black... I've lost count at this point!

TK x Elisabeth x Angela x Mysterious Masked Man

K-Pop choreographer Shaun Evaristo (Movement Lifestyle) is in the building!

While I was outside, I saw a swarm of paparazzi making their way over to Premier. It turns out Pamela Anderson wanted to come through to the Hennessy Black event. The paparazzi are no joke... I think I'm still blinded by all those flash bulbs.

Is that Mike Tyson? Wait, its just the General aka Dennis (Crooks & Castles). HAHA

Time of my Life!

Also, thanks to Bee Nguyen (Belvedere), Ben Wang (722 Figueroa), Jerry Lorenzo (JL), Julian Edwards (JL), and the rest of the crew for coming by. I hope everyone had the time of their lives. Can't wait to see the photo booth pictures. If you have them, send them to me please.

Thanks Hennessy Black and Happy Halloween!!!

Happy Halloween from Pandora!

2010-10-31T11:18:00.000-07:00

My Avatar costume was a hit at the Halloween HOB Block Party last night. Thanks again to Kimtan, Hannah, Mark, Angela, and Josie for spending nearly 2 hours with me while I was naked in the bathroom. HAHA

More photos coming soon...

Don't ask, don't tell policy.

2010-10-29T22:02:00.000-07:00

Here are a few photos I snapped from my day yesterday while showing some of my Dad's overseas friends around LA. Lets just say I saw lots of money changing hands...

Don't ask, don't tell policy.

I want: Sprocket Rocket Camera

2010-10-29T21:48:00.000-07:00

The retro camera craze continues with the Sprocket Rocket Camera ($89). Designed to work with standard old 35mm film, the Rocket captures panoramic shots so big that they extend onto the sprocket holes of the film, giving the camera its name and the shots it takes a distinctive look. It also features two shutter settings, two aperture settings, the ability to rewind the film for double exposures, and a hot shoe for flash use.

Via: Uncrate

I want this camera! Who wants to buy it for me? :)

8th Grade ID... HAHA!

2010-10-29T19:46:00.000-07:00

BMMS.

LA Market Week at the GPPR/Hellz Office

2010-10-29T19:40:00.000-07:00

[Friday, October 15th] In celebration of LA Market Week the Hellz x GPPR showroom hosted "Happy Hour" along with several other brands at our neighboring. Thanks to everyone that came through to preview the upcoming GPPR Spring 2011 collection.

Vanessa x Katrina (Clipper Girls)

What the Hellz!?

Sneak peak... :)

I love it!

Its crackin' in here!

I can't complain when we've got an office full of stylish ladies. ;)

Aww... The return of the Mink! Miss my Korean sister!

Love the Hellz x GPPR fam... Join the revolution!

Life Lessons by English

2010-10-29T18:51:00.001-07:00

Life Lessons:
1. No one can ruin your day without YOUR permission.
2. Most people will be about as happy as they decide to be.
3. Others can stop you temporarily, but only you can do it permanently.
4. Whatever you are willing to put up with, is exactly what you will have.
5. Success stops when you do.
6. When your ship comes in make sure you are willing to unload it.
7. You will never “have it all together”.
8. Life is a journey, not a destination.
9. The biggest lie on the planet: “When I get what I want I will be happy”.
10. The best way to escape your problem is to solve it.

Via: English

Case Closed.

2010-10-29T13:26:00.000-07:00

Confidential celebrated its final Classified™ party on Saturday, October 23rd in grand fashion.

THANK YOU to Victory Nightlife, DJ Mark Marcelo, Confidential, and all the guest DJs, musicians, and talent that have graced this event.

Simply put... THE EVENT OF THE YEAR!

2010-10-28T15:56:00.000-07:00

The 6th Annual Halloween Block Party returns on Saturday, October 30th. Join 2,000+ party goers as we all celebrate with three rooms of nightlife's most renowned dancer, DJ crews, and music scenes all under one roof at the legendary House of Blues San Diego. This event is guaranteed to sell out!

One of the "Halloween parties not to miss!" - NBC San Diego (2009)

Just in case you missed the sold out event last year...

FOR MORE INFORMATION:
Facebook Event Page
HOB Block Party

[LA] T(wenties) Masquerade Ball @ Teddy's

2010-10-27T04:18:00.000-07:00

Join us Thursday, October 28th for our special Halloween edition of T at Teddy's inside the Roosevelt Hotel. The theme for this event is 20's Masquerade Ball! So guys bust out your pin stripe suits with homburg hats. Ladies, put feathers in your hair and wear those flapper dresses.

Remember, it's masquerade so make sure to have a mask!

Music conducted by : Quix22 and DJ Lady Sha

Bottle service available for groups or easy access.

PASSWORD: BELVEDERE

***Entrance based on doorman's discretion BUT make sure you tell him the secret password & have a mask and your entry will almost be guaranteed.

JD McElroy: Halloween Horror Nights

2010-10-27T00:17:00.000-07:00

[Thursday, October 20th] Went out to the Halloween Horror night at universal Studios City walk and The Whole Crew dressed up in 80's or 90's Hip Hop costumes. I know don't know why everybody was staring at us.. ohh probably because we were the only ones dressed up We even did the soul train line while waiting for a ride. I left the park light headed from screaming soo much hahahaha

Were Ready To Rock

LETS GO!

TK x Dj Vice x jD
Kita x Nancy
Why Sooo Serious?
Kriss Kross
Group Pic:
What up Bart?
TK and his Churros
SHOTS! SHOTS! SHOTS! HAHA Why is everybody starring???
Angie x jD x Dj Vice x Nancy x TK and Apallo 13
I hope im tall enough to ride the ride
I love my Mummy

Via: JD McElroy

Video: SKAM Halloween 2010: DJs Killin' It!

2010-10-26T18:56:00.000-07:00

CLICK HERE to see Jenn and I getting down at the SKAM Halloween Party at the Vice Cave. Shout out to all the Fly Girls! ;)

Getatnance: SKAM Halloween at the Vice Cave

2010-10-25T02:37:00.001-07:00

[Thursday, November 21st] Last Thursday Angela (www.imwiththedeejay.com) and Dj Vice invited us to their home for an early Halloween celebration. I brought the good homie TK (www.thetktimes.com) with me. Everybody had to come out w/ a classic hiphop attire. The hunt for the best outfit continues...

The ladies.

6 dj's skratchin it up behind the booth: Sketchomatic x Vice x Skratchy x Cheapshot x Fashen x Gusto

Takin it back to the oldskool!

The one w/ the best outfit wins $100! My girl @jenny_kita hooked me up w/ the 80's outfit. And of course TK ended up winning the contest, wearing this crazy pink MC Hammer pants and an African Bambaataa hat! Good times. So yes... After the party and...

So yes... After the party and a lot of Patron shots we all went to the Halloween Horror Night at Universal Studios. That was soooo much fun! Pictures from universal are comin soon. Big shout 2 Angela, Jenn, and Vice for setting this up. I had the time of my life!

Welcome to the "Vice Cave"

Tk is the winner! Congratulations!

Lets get the party started! Jenn x Me x Angela

Oh yes! Me and Jenn breakin down the dancefloor!

Big booty lovin! Vice x Angela

Catered by California Chicken Cafe. Delish!

Tk grubbin some of that good food

Imma monster when it comes 2 eatin!

DJ Sketchomatic

Jenn loves big booties. who doesnt!

Shots Shots Shots

Happy Bday Andrew!

Sneakerz lovin

Vice-E x Dj gusto

For more pictures of the night click here

Via: Getatnance

Happy Birthday Ting Ting!

2010-10-25T02:15:00.000-07:00

I forgot to post these photos from Jenny Ting Ting's birthday celebration at Colony with Team #MoreBelve.

Love you Ting Ting! :)

Bedroom Intruder Halloween Costume

2010-10-21T12:15:00.000-07:00

Its amazing how Antoine Dodson went from living in the projects to now a YouTube sensation with his own Halloween costume, paparazzi following him, to rollin' around in a limo, and purchasing a house for his family. The power of the internet. Its crazy... So hide your kids, hide your wife, and hide your husband too!

CLICK HERE to see him on TMZ.

The Classified™ Final: Case Closed

2010-10-21T11:23:00.000-07:00

Confidential celebrates its final Classified™ party this Saturday, October 23rd in grand fashion.

Dress Code: Formal - I'm coming suited up! ;)

For the final event, all guests are encouraged to come in formal or semi-formal attire. Guests in Classified™ attire will receive complementary champagne and other gifts including select House of Blues Halloween Block Party tickets courtesy of Victory Nightlife, DJ Mark Marcelo, Confidential, and all the guest DJs, musicians, and talent that have graced this event. THANK YOU!

www.isclassified.com

Vertu Constellation Quest: $27,000

2010-10-21T03:17:00.000-07:00

Via: Vertu

GPPR: "Dossier No. 32148" Trailer

2010-10-20T11:58:00.000-07:00

Men’s contemporary clothing brand GPPR, otherwise known as: “ Gentleman, Philosopher, Pervert & Rebel” Launches their Spring 2011 collection: Dossier No. 32148 - A direct tribute to the modern day Renaissance man. Influenced by the men who have become the backbone of our society, “Dossier No. 32148” is infused with an eclectic assortment of prints, textures, and tailored cuts while the classic appeal of the traditional Americana lifestyle is evoked.

Whether you’re an artist or artisan, prophet or profiteer, nobody or somebody; GPPR seeks to convey the feelings of renaissance men across the board, in an effort towards a positively active and united global front. Here is a glimpse at GPPR’s upcoming short video series, “A Gentleman by Day, Philosopher by Night, Pervert by Choice, & Rebel by Fate”

GPPR collaborated with creative agency, the Social Trust, and photographer, Chaz Cruz on this teaser trailer for the upcoming Spring 2011 "Dossier No. 32148" collection.

Vice Sunday's at Lavo!

2010-10-20T02:32:00.000-07:00

[Sunday, October 10th] We brought the party to Vice Sundays at Lavo to celebrate DJ Vice's birthday. The place was packed with familiar faces, a dance battle with the Jabbawockeez & Super Cr3w, a Hennessy Black birthday cake, lots of Patron, and tons of fun fun fun!

Round 1 with Monique May x Platinum (VH1) x TK x Mike Fal (mL)

Angela x Nancy getting down in front of the DJ booth!

Vice Sundays are crackin'!

Chris (Jabbawockeez) x Nancy x Angela x DJ CLA x DJ Vice

I'm bringing sexy back... ;)

Thanks for the shout outs Vice!

Is that a Hennessy Black birthday cake?!

Time of my Life!

Doknock (Super Cr3w) rockin' the freestyle cypher!

I don't even remember what I did when Vice called me out, but I know I busted the signature splits! HAHA Shout out to Jabbawockeez x Super Cr3w x DJ Vice!

Go Vice... Its your birthday!

Thanks again for all the hospitality! I seriously had the TOML once again! Time for some Pho Kim Long for the after party... :)

Photos via my iPhone 4, Nancy, & Lavo Las Vegas.

Coachella Miniturized...

2010-10-18T16:49:00.000-07:00

I grabbed this tilt shift video from Coachella 2010 that my boy Ollie (Wildboyz) shared on Facebook. I love the miniature effect... Dope video!

Will Smith's Wisdom

2010-10-18T12:35:00.000-07:00

Take a few minutes out of your busy day and watch this motivating video... It might change your life! Thanks Will!

Converse All-Star Leather D-Ring

2010-10-18T11:14:00.000-07:00

Via: Highsnobiety

Happy Birthday Kita!

2010-10-18T02:44:00.000-07:00

You stink! :)

P.S. 143!

The Aviator by J. Panther Luggage Co.

2010-10-17T23:35:00.000-07:00

I’d say this is the perfect day bag to cary your essentials; a notebook, iPad, bank cards, passport, pencils and phone. What more do we need in a day?

Via: J. Panther Luggage

Day 1: Vegas for Shaun Evaristo's Birthday

2010-10-17T17:20:00.000-07:00

[Saturday, October 9th] After the Bassnectar concert on Friday at House of Blues in San Diego, I headed back to Los Angeles that night in record time. 1 hour and 20 minutes. Got some rest, then took a road trip with Nancy (Getatnance) to Las Vegas to celebrate both Shaun Evaristo (Movement Lifestyle) & DJ Vice's (Skam Artist) birthdays.

We met up with Shaun and his entire birthday entourage of 30 at Brio for dinner. Birthday Patron shots!

Reunited with Mike Fal (Wildboyz Daly City) plus Ryan and Aggie!

Who do you know rolls to the club in a super stretch PINK Hummer!? HAHA

Time to get this party started...

Happy birthday Shaun Evaristo!!!

First stop, XS! With that many dancers at the club, you know we broke out into a circle...

Go Shaun its your birthday... We gonna party like its your birthday!

Lyle Beniga (Movement Lifestyle)

Second stop, Surrender to meet up with Cyrus (The Joint Collective). Ran into the homie Tony Tran (Kaba) who made a guest appearance at the Jabbawockeez Mus.I.C. show.

Third stop, Tao to visit the birthday boy DJ Vice!

Angela (I'm with the Deejay) x Nancy x TK

Happy birthday toast to everyone's favorite DJ!

Crackin'!

We closed out Tao and jumped into a party bus en route to the after party at Rino! HAHA But I think we all had more fun on the party bus... Vice even made the bus driver do a few more laps because everyone was wildin' out! Fun times!!!

Photos courtesy of my iPhone 4 & Getatnance.com.

Video: Slightly Dangerous 2010

2010-10-17T15:51:00.000-07:00

I think the video says it all... Time of my life!

Bay Area Takeover

2010-10-16T13:28:00.000-07:00

I haven't event watched this "slide show" aka short 30 minute film yet from our recent Victory x Mindz Alike Bay Area Takeover because its 30 minutes long! WTF!? A 30 minute long slide show is not a slide show, its a short film. I'll watch it when I have 30 minutes to spare but the first 4 minutes are fun... I miss the Bay already!

Good job to Hannah aka the Assistant on putting this Thug Life Production together. 143!

Let me know how it is! :)

"Colin Hearts Kay" at the SD Asian Film Festival

2010-10-14T02:32:00.000-07:00

I'm proud to announce that Victory Nightlife will be co-presenting the romantic comedy "Colin Hearts Kay" at the upcoming 11th Annual San Diego Asian Film Festival along with MYX.

"Colin Hearts Kay" Movie Screening
Friday, October 22nd at 9:15pm

Hazard Center Ultra Cinemas
7510 Hazard Center Drive

CLICK HERE to purchase your tickets.

Synopsis: Emmy-winning director Sebastian Ho Conley makes his feature debut with this story about a Brooklyn (specifically Park Slope) cartoonist Colin Jensen who has just broken up with his girlfriend Kay, a successful host of the food blog “Kay’s Kitchen.” Colin illustrates (quite literally) a journey to recall what went awry in their 3-year relationship. Colin’s drawings are whimsical and light and turn into animated backgrounds while mixing with the live action characters.

Anyone who has been in a long-term relationship will relate to Colin and Kay’s trials and tribulations. While Colin is full of imaginative energy and fantasies of their future together, Kay seeks stability and a partner she can bring home to mom and dad. Their relationship is one all too often seen and depicted, but Conley has added cultural issues to the story as Kay has been raised in a traditional Chinese family where love equals duty and sacrifice.

Shot entirely in Brooklyn (by Sebastian’s brother Benjamin) and with a soundtrack that includes up and coming Brooklyn bands, COLIN HEARTS KAY is as much a love letter to New York’s hippest borough as a love story that reflects today’s times. Shot on a shoestring budget, the Conley Brothers’ collaboration is full of laughs as well as heart. – Mye Hoang

"Colin Hearts Kay" After Screen Party
Friday, October 22nd from 9:00-2:00am

Thin/Onyx
852 Fifth Ave

Featuring complimentary hors d'oeuvres & drinks from 9:00-10:30PM by Stella, plus keep your "Colin Hearts Kay" ticket stub or All Festival Pass for FREE admission.

CLICK HERE to learn more about the San Diego Asian Film Festival happen from October 21-28. Help support the Asian community and its upcoming stars!

Black House by A-Cero

2010-10-14T01:45:00.000-07:00

Via: ShockBlast

Clean lines. Right angles. Black & white. I love everything about it!

#MoreHenny Pictures from Playhouse!

2010-10-13T23:32:00.000-07:00

Here are a few more photos from the Hennessy Artistry event at Playhouse from last Wednesday from my iPhone 4.

Time of my Life!

This weekend Victory Nightlife presents...

2010-10-13T18:20:00.000-07:00

Rhythm & Recreation
9pm-2am, Friday, October 15th

Featuring 2 rooms of Top 40, Hip-Hop, R&B, and Party Rockin' plus guest bartender TK Nguyen of Victory Nightlife.

Thin/Onyx, 852 5th Avenue
Guest List | Facebook Event Page | Event Website

Saturday at Confidential is Classified™
10pm-2am, Saturday, October 16th

Feautring LA's Wildlife DJs Dr. Partytime & Mark Marcelo

Confidential, 901 4th Avenue
Guest List | Facebook Event Page | Event Website

Hellz x G-Shock in NYC

2010-10-13T03:10:00.000-07:00

I'm still sad that I missed out on this event in New York last month... :(

CLICK HERE to get your Hellz x G-Shock watch.

[LA] Thursday @ Teddy's

2010-10-13T03:03:00.000-07:00

Be there.

The Wildboyz Rager

2010-10-13T03:01:00.000-07:00

[Friday, October 8th] This past weekend I found myself going from LA -> SD -> LA -> LV -> LA. It started off Friday with me heading down to San Diego to celebrate the Wildboyz very own TJ Retuya's 28th birthday. We celebrated by mobbin' out 20 deep to a sold out Bassnectar show at House of Blues. Thanks to John (Live Nation) for reserve a private VIP area for us and to Clint (House of Blues) for all the hospitality.

Wildboyz 4 Life!

It was pure pandaemonium the entire 2 hours...

Cecile aka Sister Bear x Jenny aka Miss China '07

It was ridiculously hot in the main room with everyone fist pumpin' like crazy!

Happy birthday TJ! Say ahhhh...

I'm thankful I got a chance to hang out and rage with the Wildboyz fam. Love you guys!

"The most beautiful discovery that true friends can make is that they can grow separately without growing apart."

Kanye West: "Power" on SNL

2010-10-13T02:43:00.000-07:00

Pure genius.

What is your Desk like?

2010-10-13T02:30:00.000-07:00

This is an interesting video about how people organize their desk and the philosophies behind their workspace. I wonder what my desk says about me...

I'm guilty...

2010-10-13T01:57:00.001-07:00

Mink Monday: Chachy's Birthday Edition ft. Talia

2010-10-13T01:54:00.000-07:00

[Monday, October 4th] Its been hard to get everyone together for Mink Mondays with everyone's busy schedules. But two weeks ago we brought it back in celebration of Mark Villa aka Chachy's birthday with guest chef Talia Sunset. It was a less sexy toned down version considering we usually require our chefs to wear high heels in the kitchen. HAHA However I'll take executive chef Mink in rain boots and an eye patch (don't ask me) and a delicious plate of food over starving any day.

Killuh B x Talia Sunset x Melissa Reign x Mink

We had Korean x Thai food... My favorites!

Cheers to Chachy! Happy birthday roomie!

Narnia: The Lion, the Witch, and the Maya Michelle!

FYI: If you haven't seen the Social Network, its a must see! Certainly got me thinking about my master plan and how I can takeover the world...

Here's a preview...

2010-10-13T01:37:00.000-07:00

See you at the www.HOBBLOCKPARTY.com!

Hennessy Artistry at Playhouse Hollywood

2010-10-13T01:16:00.000-07:00

[Wednesday, October 6th] Creative Contraband teamed up with LVMH to bring the Hennessy Artistry event at Playhouse in Hollywood featuring Q-Tip, MC Lite, VV Brown, and a surprise guest... Ice Cube! The event also included complimentary appetizers, open Hennessy bar, and Hollywood's finest. They without a doubt didn't hold back on this event... I think everyone had the time of their life! :)

CLICK HERE to view more photos from the event courtesy of CC.

#morehenny

LA Muse x Usual Suspects LA

Shout out to the Hellz x GPPR x Beat Freaks fam!

TK x Taya (MTV Asia) x Rob

Q-Tip got everyone bouncin' to the beat...

But when Ice Cube made a surprise appearance and hit them with that old school gangsta shit... It was f**kin' next level shit!

Danny Lee (Calico) x Darrel x Kenny Mac (Creative Contraband)

Miss Lawn (Hellz) x Getatnance

Crackin'!

I hate to say this, but if you weren't there, you missed out on one hell of an event! SMH

The Sayla by Herman Miller x Yves Béhar

2010-10-13T00:23:00.000-07:00

After finally picking up my first Herman Miller Aeron chair, I saw this post about their new collaboration with Yves Béhar for the new "Sayla" chair. Not only is it well designed, but for $300 its a much more affordable Herman Miller chair. I wouldn't mind outfitting the upcoming GPPR office with these new chairs. :)

Created collaboratively between American manufacturing company Herman Miller and industrial designer and Fuseproject founder Yves Béhar, you’re looking at the “Sayl” chair. Over 2.5 years in the making, the chair’s design is influenced by the suspension bridges of San Francisco, where the chair was created. For maximum comfort, various degrees of tension are infused into the injection-molded back, providing sacral, lumbar and spine support. The chair’s elegant form also works to adapt to the user’s movement, particularly given the structure’s integrated 3-dimensional intelligence. Now available in both side and work chair forms in various colors, the chairs are importantly made from 93% recyclable material.

Via: Hypebeast