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Fusionistas
Monday, September 28, 2009
Fashion Week Tampa Bay 2009: photo review
Posted by Chip Weiner on Mon, Sep 28, 2009 at 2:41 PM
The 2010 collections of 15 local and regional designers were featured in this years Fashion Week Tampa Bay 2009. The event, held at the Sheraton Tampa Riverwalk, was packed full of fabulous fashion, VIP soirees, after parties, vendor and exhibitor boutiques, and two nights of runway couture. The organizers have a two-fold mission: to bring together emerging and established fashion and accessory designers for the bay area to enjoy, and to raise funds for non-profit organizations. This year's beneficiary was Best Buddies, an organization dedicated to enhancing lives of those with intellectual disabilities.
Hit the jump for more drool-worthy designs from local haute heroes like Ben Chmura, Ivanka Ska, Sana Hassan and more.
Thursday, September 3, 2009
Finally a place to F***in dance in St. Petersburg
Posted by Aleka Phoenix on Thu, Sep 3, 2009 at 8:00 AM
Two really exciting elements: Designer Go-Go Statues, in which two Go-Go dancers/Models will be outfitted weekly by local designers, and a Performance Art Cabaret showcasing local talent from around the bay. There will be ongoing drink specials, in addition to a "Wheel-O-Specials," which will determine a new drink special every 30 minutes! AND there will be giveaways from local businesses.
Friday, August 21, 2009
When life's a drag... find a queen!
Posted by Aleka Phoenix on Fri, Aug 21, 2009 at 9:26 AM
For some time now, I've had a rather insatiable obsession with Drag Queens. Luckily this area has quite a range of these a-typical performers. We have respected queens like Apple Love, we have seasoned bawdy queens like
Monday's a Drag @ Georige's Alibi 3100 3rd Ave N St. Petersburg, FL 33713:
The Bartenders dress up in drag, unshaved, but with themed ensembles, and they call your bingo numbers. Bingo is free to play, but it get packed quickly! Favorite bingo call: "G 30, G as in Gonorreah 30." By favorite bingo caller and bartender: "Nicolette on Her Knees" Raunchy and tacky...love it! 6-9:30 (all that and Happy Hour too!)
Monday DIVA Search with Natasha Richards @ Georgies Alibi:
Beginner Drag-ers compete weekly to win $200 in CASH. Crowd loudness decides the winner. Also you can catch a few songs by Natasha who is oh so charming, and has great outfits! Starts at 10 pm
Friday- Saturday @ Club Nautico's NEW Crown Theatre 4900 66th ST N. St.Petersburg, FL:
It feels like a real caberet, with little candles on quaint tables, beautiful stage curtains, low lights...it is a great place to settle in an get a show. There are two performance times, 10:30pm and 12:30pm. Prepare to be entertained.
Monday, Thursday-Sunday Valentines 7522 N. Armenia Ave.Tampa, FL :
I've yet to check out a show here, but occasionally Gianna Love performs and Apple Love. Their website boasts they are "#1 rated drag show in central Florida."
Tuesday, May 12, 2009
St. Pete's the best but Tampa's got the buzz. Why?
Posted by Aleka Phoenix on Tue, May 12, 2009 at 7:47 AM
Upon meeting most people i can't help but exclaim how much i love St.Pete, and i try to convince them that their lives will be better if they move here...
I have traveled and lived around, but i believe that St.Pete has been the place where i have found my peace and place the most. It's where everything has come together for me, like a little neat package.
I gush about the "potential" and current culture of the area, the opportunity for amazing things to happen, if only it would happen quicker! And if only they asked what i thought before they opened TWO "Ultra Lounges" (which no one seems to quite understand the meaning of)!
I deviate from my point here, but i need to mention that both PUSH "Ultra Lounge" and Vintage "Ultra Lounge" cater to the same damn crowd from Weds- Sun... on off days through the week the "club" might think about offering something different ...(hint hint i have some awesome ideas)...all people really want is GOOD music and to be able to dance without feeling like you're in a meat market.
So why, with all St. Pete has to offer, does Tampa have a hipper crowd of people with cool new businesses, stores and lounges opening?
Monday, April 6, 2009
Summer fashions: F.A.T. ink to open in South Tampa in May
Posted by Aleka Phoenix on Mon, Apr 6, 2009 at 1:21 PM
Summer is comin on, and what better way to start off the summer with a sneak peak at some new fashions?! In addition to a killer photo shoot done by Athena Torri i have some exciting news about a new store opening in Tampa! Designer Raven Reda of Suspicious Package has wrangled in great independent designers, artists, and Tattoo..ers? to unite in a hip store on Howard ave! The Store, F.A.T ink will have its soft opening May 1st. We'll get her in the studio later this month for a podcast to chat more about the specs and future of the store! Did i mention that Aleka Phoenix is finally going to have a steady place for people to buy clothing and accessories?! Check it out @ F.A.T ink...
So to get you excited for all this news and the highly anticipated summer line from Aleka Phoenix check out the Photoshoot "Electric" by Athena Torri with Models Jojo & Jonathan Rosa, Hair by our own Fusionista Tara at Salon 54, and Makeup by Abra Molinari
Monday, March 16, 2009
Fusionistas podcast#2: Save the coral reefs, get a tan
Posted by Aleka Phoenix on Mon, Mar 16, 2009 at 7:14 AM
Did you know that the coral reefs are being suffocated by sunscreen?! Going to the tanning bed sets up a controlled environment so you can regulate your light absorption and then have a base tan that will help you avoid sunburn and use less sunscreen, therefore preserving the coral reefs and other oceanic life affected by multitudes of tourist sunscreen!
Raydiance Tanning and Spa as well as Wellness Gardens and Tea house offers a multitude of services to keep your lifestyle "green", healthy and inexpensive. In light of our new proposals for a universal health care system as well as the one already in place it has become all too obvious we need new ways to stay healthy that integrate into our everyday life, because the health care is way too expensive and only used in dire need. There is now a resource to end this cycle of frustration, and it located so conveniently there is no excuse to make a step to integrating preventive health care into your world.
In addition to providing spa treatments, tanning, massage, and acupuncture, Raydiance and Wellness Gardens has spaces available for use as community rooms for meetings, parties, etc. Owner Sandra Rossiter says that in opening the space for community activities it will encourage a well rounded healthy and social experience, that in turn will provide the individual with an alternative for interacting and relaxing.
This innovative space, with engaging and fun staff make relaxing, feeling good, looking great and meeting new people, an easy choice. Check it out, and see if it can release your tension. Just a cup of tea could change your entire out look. The Fusionistas believe in innovation and taking care of yourself, 'cause ain't nobody else gonna do it. Wellness Gardens Tea House and Raydiance Spa is a rare case of something that changes the status quo and allows people to experience something fulfilling.
Located: 122 S. Howard Ave,
Tampa, FL 33606
Monday, March 2, 2009
Girls with a new flavor (the new hip hop sound)
Posted by Aleka Phoenix on Mon, Mar 2, 2009 at 7:58 AM
There's been this new sound swirling around; it sounds like hip hop but with an electro beat ... I'm no music critic and my vocabulary to breakdown the proper terminology is laughable. All I know is this sound is propped up by new female "alternative" artists, and they all have a killer style.
In our first
Fusionistas podcast #1: Shunda K
Posted by Stephen Hammill on Mon, Mar 2, 2009 at 6:58 AM
In the first Fusionistas podcast, Aleka Phoenix welcomes into the studio hip hop artist Shunda K, creator of the group Yo! Majesty, for a candid conversation about where she's been and where she's going, and how she was a forerunner of a new sound.
Thursday, February 19, 2009
We need a lil' "Peace Piece," opening Tuesday
Posted by Aleka Phoenix on Thu, Feb 19, 2009 at 6:07 PM
Working in the art/nightlife scene for six years, I have had the opportunity to meet a lot of really talented people from all areas of the industry. So when I saw that Marissa Alma Nick was back in town from LA working on a project called Peace Piece, I had to get in contact and find out what it was all about. The email I got back was full of energy and a request for me to get involved in the show in a scene called "Disco Town." Honored to be asked to be a part of the show, I accepted. I was told that RHYMES WITH ORANGEz created the dance opera "Take a walk in my shoes" that was a part of Peace Piece. The project supports world peace, naturally, but also strongly advocates the arts in our school system. Both are great causes, and that is why I wanted to bring the information to the masses, but I was still left a bit confused on the exact details of RHYMES WITH ORANGEz, Peace Piece and "Take a walk in my Shoes." So I had a sit-down with Marissa Alma Nick to get the DL.
ArtsSpeak Episode #5: The Fusionistas
Posted by Stephen Hammill on Thu, Feb 19, 2009 at 6:02 PM
In episode 5 of ArtsSpeak, Creative Loafing editor David Warner talks with Marissa-Alma Nick and Tera Greene, the creative team behind the multi-disciplinary Peace Piece project and the dance opera "Take A Walk In My Shoes" which premieres February 24 at USF. This episode also introduces Brianna Kole and Lennox of The Fusionistas, CL's new arts-and-fashion bloggers, who brought the Peace Piece to our attention.
See pictures below the jump:
