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Oct 8, 2008 I'm an idiot...or common fashion problems....
  Ok, so I have to admit that sometimes I'm a total flake.  My mom has always told me that this is a trait of being a genius.  Creativity and genius comes at a cost she says...but sometimes I just feel like an idiot..... ok, of course I'm exaggerating....but put yourself in my six inch heals for a moment and try to deny that you wouldn't feel like an idiot...just for a moment.... totally out of touch with my body, my lifelong challenges, my passion and my career....

I have lop-sided boobs...a common problem right?  And as a result, its impossible to get bras to fit right..... and then you have escaping boobs!! Unless you are wearing your grandmothers bra, you are always in danger of the escaping boobs!! They are jumping ship at the most inopportune times and you look lumpy, sloppy, and even worse have a wardrobe malfunction.  And, I don't know about you, but I'd rather keep my clothes on...until I'm ready to take them off .... now granted this is usually at inappropriate times, but its on my terms. 

So, I'm at work this weekend and I'm really happy with my outfit....ankle-hi, 4-inch boots with a kind of decoupage pattern of vintage style magazine covers; waist cincher style, ankle length black cotton skirt; and a white button-up blouse with a plunging neckline and lots of cleavage.  And, of course, I spend a good portion of my day pushing my precariously placed boobs back into my bra and blouse.  I mean come on!! The bra fits right and as long as I stand still my boobs look great....but damn reality requires me to move...you know walk, bend, lift....And my boobs are just not cooperating. 

I'm standing in front of the mirror adjusting myself (again), when Sir recommends Duct Tape.  Great, I'll use duct tape thats a great idea.  Only one problem...no duct tape.  Then it hits me....Hollywood fashion tape!! God, how could I have been missing this for the past year?  We sell Hollywood fashion tape that is specifically designed to hold your clothes in place and not hurt when you take it off.  It comes in lots of shapes and styles to fit whatever need you have ... hold your bra strap in place; hold your tag down; keep your nipples from showing through your t-shirt; you get the idea.... Its not that brilliant of an idea and we have a display....  So, my light comes on and I momentarily feel like a complete idiot for not utilizing the products that we sell!!

And just in time too... after taping my boobs perfectly into place, we were off to walk the streets of Fells Point, hang out with some friends, run of to Little Italy for dinner and then to a movie.  
   
September 26, 2008
 

Of course it always happens right before you were about to back up....right? I mean I was going to do it in like 5 minutes...then boom - no more computer. Luckily I do back up regularly so I am only about of about 2 weeks worth of information. What sucks the most is the two weeks worth of emails that I hadn't responded to. Grrrrr!!!

So, Here's my plea....if you have emailed me within the last three weeks (just to be safe) and I owe you a response or you were waiting from follow up from me, please please please forgive my inability to follow up and do me the favor of resending your question or information.

I know, specifically, that there were some questions about the upcoming classes that needed attention. I'm not ignoring you.... I just lost you!!

xoxox Nina

   
 
August 23, 2008


So last week was Floating World. It was our first two day vending event. Once again, I’m going to have to start out by saying “I’m too old for this shit!!” I can’t believe the vendors who vend ALL day and party ALL night!! I applaud you. I have yet to figure out just how they do it, but I’ve got a new plan of attack for our next event (Fetish Flea – Carolinas) – don’t slow down. It seems to me, once I slow down; take a breather; just rest for a moment, I have sooooo much trouble getting started again. So, Fetish Flea – HERE I COME….

As for Floating World, it was our first time at this event (Thanks for having us!!). Last year was the first year for the event and it’s my understanding that it’s even better than last year. I am totally impressed by the diversity at the event. Floating World, and the concept behind it, was amazingly successful as attracting people from every corner of the alternative world: Masters & slaves, Ponies, Leather Community, Trannies, Dykes, Homos, etc, etc. I think the only “group” I didn’t see was the swingers? I guess that is left up to Dark Odyssey to bring that group together?

It was great to see some old friends that I have been out of touch with since we opened for business and subsequently lost all touch with the outside world. And, of course, meeting new people and learning from the community. My lesson learned from this event: Don’t pick a fight with a Del – no matter how cute the shoes!!

We also so many new people that were just a pleasure to hang out with and get to know. Stuart from the Institute for Sexual Awareness(still have a Daddy, but thank for the compliments!!), Vera from Nymphomation, and the folks from Leather & Lace (Sir loves his new Flogger!!) and Little1’s Leather.

I highly recommend checking out Floating World. While it is far from the best event that I’ve attended in recent years, it has potential and I support and appreciate the concept of being a group/volunteer organization that brings the alternative world a little closer together.

 
   
July 23, 2008
Boston Fetish Fair Fleamarket
Last week we visited Boston to vend at the Fetish Fair Fleamarket, hosted by the New England Leather Alliance. It was our first time attending the event as vendors and we had an amazing time. We attended the event, despite our fears that kinksters might skip the event based on the lousy state of the economy. And, I’m glad we did. By the time the doors opened at noon, there was a line around the block.

We sold, we laughed, we shopped and sold some more. I even met a fellow princess. I have to admit that he made me jealous…. I may have 130 pairs of shoes, but he has 30 tiaras!!! I may have business cards that confirm my “title”, but he has the pin, and I’m guessing there is probably a sash on display in his dressing room too!! “Daddy, why don’t I have a sash Daddy?”

We will be heading back to the New England area for the winter flea in February and in September we are headed to Charlotte for a similar event. If you are looking to do some series fetish shopping, I highly recommend checking it out.

Oh, and we got a mention in the local paper. Be sure to check it out.