California Dreamin' with SOTU

Why yes, we DO look tan...

After a successful trip to Los Angeles last week (who knew business could be so relaxing...and poolside??), we are back in the New York crazy groove with new parties, costumes and a secret nightlife extravaganza up our sleeves...and of course, don't forget that Pop Souk Fall/Winter 2012 is almost here!!!  This time we will be popping-up shop with the magnificent Ladyfag and friends at the Standard Hotel, October 21st from 12-6pm...

mark your calendars and save your pennies!

We are so so very excited for another beautiful/busy fall season in NYC, and yet we still can't shake that LA summer sunshine...it must be our bi-coastal tendencies.

Can you blame us?

Ami and Christina back in black at a Beverly Hills Coffee Bean

Staking out the competition on Hollywood Blvd...we spy some dollar store plastic bin lids!

Spending quality time with our favorite leading ladies at Grauman's Chinese Theater

Doing a little research at the Fox Studios costume department

 Doing a little more "research" at The Griddle Cafe on Sunset Blvd.

 Inspiration everywhere!

Well...almost.

 Business meetings with a view...SOTU approved!

SOTU in Detroit Rock City

It has been such a wild summer in New York City with SOTU Productions, we were excited to have a change of scenery in Detroit last week for their annual 'Shimmer on the River' gala!

Collaborating with our favorite local event planners there, we created a costume collection inspired by the elements - earth, air, fire, water - to dazzle guests of the Riverfront Conservancy.  We didn't have to look far for ideas; Detroit-based SOTU models Anna and Samantha had the perfect look for our stunning Forest Faerie and Woodland Nymph!  

Anna and Samantha looked absolutely radiant in their shimmering makeup and LED embellished floral ensembles...prepping body paint and faerie ears with our makeup assistant Katrina was so much fun, we can't wait to debut these looks back home in Manhattan!

But what could we possibly come up with for water?

Several fabulous characters came to mind: mystical mermaids, towering lotus flowers, sparkling sea creatures...

Still, we knew there was another creation on the horizon that would truly steal the show - A HUMAN WATER FOUNTAIN!  

Of course, why not??

SOTU prop designer Aaron brought this jaw-dropping installation to life for it's Detroit debut!

Oh, I know...your mind is BOGGLED!!!

What kind of behind-the-scenes magic has to happen to bring these crazy ideas to life?

Just a little makeup, a lotta love and a team of dedicated designers, talented performers, managers & assistants...and glue.