So, to further celebrate the season, I’ve compiled my top 5 favorite zombie movies of all time. I am a HUGE zombie fan.

Top 5 Favorite Zombie Flicks

#1 “Shaun of the Dead”

Who knew a zombie movie could be so freaking funny. The jokes are great, the characters are lovable, and the level of gore is just right. Oh, and I’m a huge Simon Pegg fan.

#2 “Night of the Living Dead”

The 1968 movie that started it all. Directed by the zombie king himself, George A. Romero. The film is entirely in black and white, which adds to the creepiness factor. And of course there’s the famous line, “They’re coming to get you, Barbara.” Here’s a trailer for the movie:

#3 “28 Days Later”

This is the one zombie movie that really freaked me out, because the zombies can actually run. Fast. Really fast. I remember the night that I first saw this I had the freakiest dreams involving zombies running after me. Also, I liked the idea that the main character wakes up from a coma to a zombie-infested Britain. Even more freaky.

#4 “Dawn of the Dead” – 1978

Considered the best of Romero’s zombie series, this film takes place in a shopping mall. This was also remade in 2004, and they did a pretty decent job, but it doesn’t stack up to the original. Frightening and funny.

#5 “Return of the Living Dead”

Definitely the campiest zombie flick I’ve ever seen. This film was made and takes place in the mid 80’s. This was the film that made the idea of brain-eating zombies famous. Complete with graveyard scene, medical supply warehouse and military cover-ups. Not to mention a completely nude female punk zombie.

My friend Venus put together this show, called “My Man.” It’s an all-female singer review – 5 of us total – backed by male musicians. My talented husband will be backing me on two of my songs, and our friend Steve will be playing with me on one. The songs I’ve chosen are pretty interesting – one I actually wrote with my husband. It’s a little, uh, precious I guess. But it’s still pretty. I just hope to God my voice doesn’t crack during the song.

The show is October 7 at Dazzle, 7 p.m. We will be performing in their dining room versus the stage by the bar. This is my first real public singing experience – I was in a musical in high school but I played Snoopy, so that really doesn’t count. Or does it? I’m going to stick with no.

Here’s a poster I threw together quickly for the show:

I gathered up some gorgeous examples of beer bottle / label design in honor of the festivities that have been going on in our fair city this week. Unforunately I haven’t been able to participate in any of them yet – dammit – but tomorrow I will be filling up my giant glass Paulaner stein at Oktoberfest. With Heffeweizen, of course. Anyway, enjoy these amazing works of art.

As you might be able to tell, I’m not a huge fan of anything billowy, baggy or flouncy.
I love tailored clothing – clean lines, simple shapes and patterns.
After looking at a ton of runway photos, it seems as if the following are heavily in-style for spring:

- Muted colors, with the exception of a bold orange-red color
that popped up in almost all the shows
- Big short-shorts. For me, this is not good, as I look like a complete idiot in shorts.
- Top hats. Yes, top hats.
- Belted outfits.
- Platform sandals.
- Asymetrical fashions – mainly concerning dresses.

Here are my faves:

Ha-Ha!

My incredibly sweet husband bought me my first Shag print at the show – I was ecstatic!!! To top it off, I got my picture taken with Shag, with the print. You can take a gander at it below. I’m willing to be that guy made a killing this weekend at the show – especially if they were still serving those Mai Tai’s.

Overall the show was really, really good. Huge, compared to the past two years. Tons of fun vintage items, as well as chic new mid-century-modern-styled furniture and accessories, not to mention lots of original artwork. My favorite feature returned this year (besides the tiki lounge) – the vintage and new Airstream Trailer showcase. Man I’d love to buy one of those bad boys and hit the road, Lucille Ball style.

After checking these out, go to Adam the Velcro’s Suit Flickr Photostream for more design deliciousness.