Monthly Archives: April 2012

Texas Women – episode 4

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Are you on Twitter? I had a blast Sat night live tweeting with the Texas Women ladies.

Forgive me for this random recap, but I can’t seem to write this episode in order. I’ll try to group it by person instead!

Anna and her friend traded “dares” of sorts. She proved she can toss hay and ride a mechanical bull and he proved he can get a pedicure. I am not at all sure how that evens out!??! Next month Langston’s is working on a promotion with a local blogger in which we check out a club here that offers live bull riding. No mechanical bull around here….a live bull. I want the Texas Women girls to come hang with us! Consider this your invitation ladies!

Hannah wore a cute black tee with a cross on it this episode. It reminded me of this Roper Women’s Nailhead Cross Tank Top.

As I tweeted last night, I am on Team Patrick. Angelo is just not hot. I am sorry – he isn’t! And Patrick is so sweet!!! Cicely trying to play it off like the guys are models…um…no. To copy Patrick’s casual look, pair this Dickies Men’s Long Sleeve Chambray Button Down Work Shirt with some khaki pants…and a beautiful dog!

Brooke and Jason are cracking me up. I too live with a husband who snores. I find a good tug on the blanket will make him roll over and solve my issue. I am pretty sure he would scoff at Brooke’s tape suggestion and I know he would refuse acupuncture. I think Jason’s last experience with the horse acupuncturist sounds a bit sketchy. And yes..Jason the needles were bigger -they were meant for horses! In that scene Jason wore a shirt very similar to this Lucky Brand Men’s Slub Pique Polo Shirt, in fact it might have been the same one but a different color?

The highlight the show had to be Brooke teaching Ali the classic “Bend and Snap” from Legally Blond. In that scene Brooke was wearing a shirt that laced up in the back. I think she would love this Rock & Roll Cowgirl Women’s Tank Top with Asymmetrical Lace Back tank.

Classic quotes from Brooke about picking and choosing when you want to be a slut. And I agree with her overall advice that you typically either show legs or cleavage, both is a bit much. All in all, $800 and a round of drinks for 4 tires is quite a deal!

I have zero notes on Ali’s wardrobe form last night..I think the live tweeting threw me off my game. So instead…let’s shop for Ali. I think she would love this Southern Thread Women’s Half Sleeve Voile Top with Embroidery don’t you?

I know I picked some boots for Ali last week, but we just got more Ariat Boots in and so I need to share more. They are just too cute to leave out of this post. These Ariat Women’s Rhinestone Cowgirl Boots are a little bit country and a little rock and roll – perfect for Ali and Hannah.

These Ariat Women’s Dandy 12″ Cowgirl Boots are perfect for Brooke and Anna. Classic Cowgirl with a bit of an edge.

Can’t wait until next week. As usual it looks like a great episode is brewing!

 

Wear It: Feel Like A Rockstar

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I’m sure by now you have heard Kenny Chesney’s duet with Tim McGraw called Feel Like A Rockstar? They are going out on the road together this summer and the two of them on stage together for this song should definitely be awesome! I’m fans of both of these guys for sure but decided to spotlight Tim’s outfit for these here blog post simply because DUDE IS HOT. Am I right? And honestly, this outfit isn’t hard to pull off, all you men out there can definitely make this happen. Let’s check out the video and Tim’s outfit now…

So the outfit, it’s hot, yes? I know McGraw is known for wearing black a lot, so I thought I’d do the same look for those of you that don’t wear black a lot. Plus, summer is coming and black can be sweltering! So here’s my recreation of the McGraw hotness.


Lucky Brand Men’s Slub Pique Polo Shirt
Rock & Roll Cowboy Men’s Double Barrel Western Jeans with Triple Stitch
Ariat Men’s Holden Collection Belt
Montana Silversmith Belt Buckle
Corral Men’s Tabac Cowboy Boots with Chocolate Caiman Inlay

Now go on and get this outfit so you can get your McGraw look on!

The Voice

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You guys, I am not even sure how to recap this episode. This season is killing me. I dislike almost everyone! Why!??! It’s not that I hate them – I just don’t passionately love anyone. Let’s try for a recap…

Jamar. Meh. He’s ok. I know other people die over him, but I am just luke warm on him. He did wear a denim shirt during rehearsal and you guys know I love a good denim shirt. Check out our selection of denim shirts and let me know your fav.

Katrina. Again…meh. I mean – she ‘s ok. But I am not in love. I do want to know why the judges kept telling her to step out on her own and not try and be like Adele…yet they mad her over and made her look like Adele for the song. I mean…don’t the judges have a say in the performance look? Sometimes it seems like they do and other times not. This week they all acted like they had no clue about it. Her look was fine, but the cheesy light heart on the floor was too much.

Mathai. Is it just me or did she seem pretty peeved over the song choice? She sounded ok, but something about her voice and inflection grates on me. That gold foil dress and the rhinestones in her hair weren’t doing anything for me either. Want rhinestones? Try these Miss Me Women’s Embellished Jeans…not your hair ok? And let’s leave the gold foil as an accent on tees (like this Cruel Girl Women’s SS Burnout Tee Shirt w/Foil), not an entire dress!

CeeLo’s performance. I just can’t. He is too much for me. I can’t even comment.

James. Thank God he was sent home. The end.

Tony. Ok. I actually like Tony Lucca. He was my fav of the night. Although…him singing Brittany wasn’t original. The band Travis did a version of that song years ago. I think they should have picked a Christina song for him to do instead. But that said, I loved it and I do kind of love him.

Cheesa. Yeah..I am still not feeling Cheesa. I love that she wears denim jackets because they are a classic favorite of mine (try this Lucky Brand Women’s Sabrina Denim Jacket) but I am not seeing the appeal of her as a singer.

Pip. Oh Pip. He kind of grew on me this week. I love the bow tie, but I also liked seeing a new look. One of his rehearsal looks was a pink pinstripe. I saw several shirts closer to it than this Pendleton Men’s Long Sleeve Vintage Fit Madras Epic Shirt, but this one just seemed so “Pip” to me. I think it would be great on him. Sadly he went home, right when I was starting to like him.

Adam on drums – good. With Tony singing and playing guitar – good. Was the rest of the team up there? I didn’t even notice.

Juliet. She is the front runner of the people from last night. But WINGS?????? What the?!?!?! Blake saying it reminded me of duck hunting season was classic. She rocked it out, but I think the wings kid of stiffed her. I wish she had been able to move around more. That song was perfect for her. I didn’t like the lighter hair on her, better darker in my opinion.

Ok. Who goes home tonight!?!?

Team CeeLo – Cheesa or Jamar?!?! I have no idea. Not even a guess. But my hope is that Jamar stays.I didn’t list Juliet because we know she will stay. If America doesn’t save her, CeeLo will.

Team Adam – Again, I am not sure. My hope is that if America doesn’t save Tony, Adam will. So Katrina or Mathai. I vote for Katrina to stay.

Ok…break in the action. I am headed to an OKC Thunder game tonight but I will Tivo the show and update this post before I hit publish in the morning! Let’s hope my picks are right!

America saved Tony (yay!) and Jamar (surprised me, but good!) After Jamar was saved, I knew Juliet would be who Cee Lo saved. No need to even see the performances. She was going to be his pick. Then between Katrina and Mathai….good pick by Adam. She did great and actually convinced me to be a fan of her’s now. What did you guys think? Good picks?

New Music Releases

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Are y’all all aware of Ryan Adams? He’s what you’d call alt-country. His “Gold” album is just phenomenal, so if you don’t have that in your collection it’s definitely a must have. Maybe you’ve heard of Tim McGraw’s “Stars Go Blue”? Yeah that was Ryan Adam’s song and it’s on the Gold album. Trust me, he’s super.

Today he comes out with his own iTunes session. It’s eight songs from his past and present albums with a couple of covers. Just really great stuff, definitely worth a listen. My particular favorite is Oh My Sweet Carolina, which by the way Zac Brown Band has covered and that’s available on iTunes as well. Both are great versions.

Other albums coming out today: Lee Brice’s Hard to Love, Kip Moore’s Up All Night, and Marty Stuart’s Nashville: Volume 1.

So are you a Ryan Adams fan? Will you be buying this iTunes Session? What else are you listening to?

Texas Women – Episode 3

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Ya’ll…these girls are crazy! Bar fights, strip clubs, rodeos..you name it, they get into it! So Brooke didn’t go to jail, but she didn’t go home either.

“She can change a tire, she can beat a man’s ass” – Jason on why he loves Brooke.

Jason wore a cream snap shirt with some light stripes in it. While looking for a match I came across this Ariat Men’s Donny LS Stripe Snap Shirt with Embroidery. It isn’t really the shirt he wore, or even very close…but I totally think he would love this pick and rock it out on the town with Brooke, don’t you?

Brooke wore a few tops this week that reminded me of things we carry. This Iron Horse Women’s Ada Short Sleeve Burn Out T-ShirtI think I have posted before. It is similar to the tank she was wearing in some of the interview scenes. She also wore a foil design tee similar to this Miss Me Women’s Embellished Twist Tank Top.

All ended well that night, as Brooke said “when you don’t go to jail, that’s a good night.” Amen sister.This was a Brooke filled episode, we found out she was a twin, went hat shopping, and met her nieces. I think Brooke’s niece needs this Cowgirl Justice Girl’s “Ain’t my First Rodeo” Short Sleeve T-Shirt don’t you?

Hannah’s love life was front and center in this episode. Angelo or Patrick. Um…hello!?!?!?!? Patrick. Hands down. Hannah….go for Patrick!!! Angelo is not a good pick!!! I know, I know as she said “exotic dancers need lovin’ too” but no. Just no.

In one of the scenes where Hannah is talking to Ali and Cory she is wearing a cowl neck tee similar to this Witness Women’s Cowl Neck Burn Out T-Shirt which by the way is $22!

Miss Ali Dee showed us some of her new clothing collection, which of course we will carry! “Bling is my signature color” – I love it. Lots of cute tees and accessories. Can’t wait! I felt bad that her show didn’t put more money in her pocket. It is a tough business for sure. But she rocked it, and on stage she wore some fringe boots. I bet she would love these new Corral Women’s Fringe Cowboy Boots!

We didn’t see much of Anna in this episode, but I bet we will next week. So what do you guys think…Angelo or Patrick? That’s the question of the day after this episode!

Ferrini Boots

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I can’t decide which I love more, the adult or kid’s version of these Ferrini Sequin Diva boots. One thing I do know, if you have the adult version…your daughter will want a pair for herself! And if you start with a pair for your daughter, I am pretty sure you will end up with a pair for yourself in the end. In other words…you just need both!

Ferrini Women’s Diva Sequin Snake Print Cowboy Boots – Pink, Ferrini Girl’s Diva Sequin Snake Print Cowboy Boots – Pink

Personally, I think this mother/daughter book pair has mother’s day written all over it! Don’t you?

 

 

Wear It: Hello

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Did you guys see the ACM Presents Lionel Richie & Friends in Concert that aired the other night? It was pretty amazing, sooooo many great performances. If you missed it, you can find all the performances in clips via YouTube. My favorite of the night by far was Jennifer Nettles (of Sugarland) with Lionel, performing Hello. Not only do I love her voice but I love her style, she always looks SUPER classy. Check out the performance first before we build an outfit for you.

What’d I tell you? I would not steer you wrong with a great, no, PHENOMENAL performance. And what did you think of that outfit of hers? CUTE! Right? She was rockin’ a cutout black top with black slacks. It doesn’t hurt if you have her body. ha! Ok, so here’s how I’d rock this same look, in the Langston’s way:

Derek Heart Women’s Crochet Back 2-Fer Tank Top
Aura from the Women at Wrangler ™ Instantly Slimming Stretch Pant

So, which was your favorite performance and/or outfit of the concert? Let us know!!

The Voice – a recap, and a special offer!

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Instant Elimination!?!? Wow.

Up first is our girl RaeLynn. Let me warn you here, I am pretty sure this recap is going to start strong and finish snarkey. So hold on. RaeLynn did great. She is adorable and country and sweet and saucy and strong and all the things a budding country artist should be. In the rehearsal scene I paused my DVR, grabbed my iPad and pulled up these….

Little miss was wearing Corral Vintage Women’s Boots with Lizard Overlay – Chocolate/Black. On these recaps a lot of times I suggest a similar look, but on this one, you can get the exact boot. And how about getting a deal on it?

Use the code: voiceboots for 20% off those exact boots! (the corral boots listed above, item #599-WES-C2118). Offer good today only – so head over and order!!!

In the performance scene she wore some red and black boots similar in look to these Lane Boots Women’s ‘Margaret’ Cowboy Boots.

In the rehearsal scenes Christina had on a snap shirt that was similar to this Rough Stock Women’s Long Sleeve Western Plaid Snap Shirt. Oh wait…what? That was a dress!!??! Are you sure? It looked like a shirt and she just forgot pants. Anyway…

Jesse I thought had a good performance. I am not a huge Jesse fan, but I think he is one of the better ones on her team. And he was eliminated. What!?!? I was shocked. So was Adam, did you see his face?

Ok, so that leaves Ashley, Chris and Lindsey. Really?? Ashley is growing on me. I think she is growing as an artist and I like her more and more each week. She had a long flowy cardigan on during rehearsal. Her’s was sleeveless, but it was similar in feel to this Allison Brittney Women’s 3/4 Sleeve Flyaway Cardigan.

Ashley is now my pick from Team Christina. I, along with the other judges, am starting to see why Christina picked her. Chris? I am just not feeling him. I get the opera thing, but I just am not into him. And I know America loves and will save Lindsey tonight, but I am not feeling her either. How does tonight work? 2 get saved? One by America and one after a last ditch performance? I think Chris will go home, America will save Lindsey and Christina will save Ashley. Anyway, fashion…Lindsey wore white pants in the performance…well, they were white with a huge black stripe on the side. You could take some fabric paint to these Lucky Brand Women’s Colorful Sofia Capri jeans if you wanted…or just leave them plain white…they are very cute and super comfy. I just picked up a pair last week. I love them.

Ok, back to team Blake. I am not sure I can talk about Jordis. I love her. I have loved her since she was on Rockstar INXS. I wanted her to win. I am super sad that Blake sent her packing. She had depth and feeling and it showed when she sang. Clearly Adam didn’t agree with Blake either. Did you see him shaking his head!?! Me too Adam. Meee toooo. One thing about her performance…the set? What the? I guess he song was about abuse, I get that, but the bed frame with no mattress and the over turned chair? It was just odd.

Who else is on Team Blake, we talked about RaeLynn…so there is Erin and Jermaine. Erin is going home. I like her. I think her singing during rehearsal was a bit better than the show, but overall I like her. That yellow dress though? That was terrible. Awful. Jermaine did well. I loved that CeeLo said he looked sharp. He did look sharp, but coming from the man wearing the “Crime Scene” tee…I’m not sure it meant that much.

Do we need to talk about the judges performances? Blake’s team was adorable. Adam and Maroon 5 were great. That’s it right? Oh yea….Christina. I just can’t get away without talking about it huh? Ok, so the cowboy thing with Blake at the beginning was great. I love to see her engaging and joking with the judges since she can kind of be the odd man out sometimes. And her voice. She can belt it out like no other. I really do love her. But that outfit!??! She has a good body still, and I love to see her rock and flaunt it – but that was too much. It wasn’t flattering. If the bottom had even just been boy shorts, or a really short skirt it would have been better, but the full leotard was just not working, not anymore. Sorry – I just have to say it. Otherwise you guys would think I was blind.

So there it is. The recap. A bit light on fashion this week…but made up for with a great deal on a rocking pair of Corral boots! I will be back to update with tonight’s’ results before I hit publish for Wed….

Ok. I am back. I’m needing a second cup of coffee today to figure out this show. America saved Jermaine. I totally get that, but Chris? I don’t get that. Then Christina saved Lindsey…I kind of get that? And Blake saved Erin?? My rational on them sending Ashley and RaeLynn home is that they are young and the coaches think they can make it without the help of the show?? I just don’t know.

By the way, did you see Christina in stripes?!?! I know I know. I keep yelling that stripes are in, but they are! Striped shirts. Get one!

New Music Releases

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Have you heard of the Mermaid Sessions by Billy Bragg and Wilco? If not, let me catch you up to speed…According to countrystandardtime.com:

When Woody Guthrie died in 1967 at 55, among his belongings were thousands of complete song lyrics for which he had not written out music or made recordings. Many were written in the 1940s and ’50s, in the Guthrie family home on Mermaid Avenue in Coney Island, Brooklyn.

I love that they are called the Mermaid Sessions after where the family home was located. Also, get this next part…

The lyrics remained in boxes for decades, but once his daughter Nora found them in the 1990s, she knew they had to be shared. She approached English singer-songwriter and activist Billy Bragg to select some to set to music. The Chicago rock band Wilco came aboard soon after, with Jeff Tweedy writing music – along with his late bandmate Jay Bennett on some songs – and the band recording with both Tweedy and Bragg on vocals.

I always think this is cool when things are found and people want to collaborate and pay tribute to someone great.

I’m definitely a Wilco fan, and I had NOT heard of the Mermaid Sessions before, so I’m very intrigued to listen to this collection. Come Saturday you will be able to check it out as well…all 48 tracks. Will you be checking it out?