tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-329998792012-02-16T03:51:37.223-08:00Laidback, the line is a hip hop inspired, pop culture driven home decor line. it is more than a pillow however, it is a lifestyle. It is graphic, urban, stylish, fun, exuberant, educated, fierce, independent. It is me, now you decide if it's you. Live your life LaidbackLaidback Chicknoreply@blogger.comBlogger1191100tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32999879.post-89716060501642257482008-01-24T20:10:00.000-08:002008-01-24T20:16:14.038-08:00

WE HAVE MOVED... NEW YEAR, NEW LOCATION!!! REALLY WE HAVE MOVED THE BLOG TO THE LAIDBACK SITE AND NOW IT IS UNDER THE LIFESTYLE LINK ON THE WEBSITE AT www.laidbackhome.comYou will still get to check out the view, it will just be from a new location, www.laidbackhome.com Come over with us.www.laidbackhome.com

Laidback Chicknoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32999879.post-77247655577397212192008-01-22T18:42:00.000-08:002008-01-23T04:22:15.097-08:00

Donna Brady of Re-surface knows how to bring the light. One of my favorite light designers uses what we believe design is all about, conversation pieces. Creating pieces for the home for folks to talk about. The ultimate conversation piece it the new Remix collection she is offering now. The pendant lamp is an MC's dream, now you can mic check in the dark. The microphone is just one of the great

Laidback Chicknoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32999879.post-39485634608901090052008-01-21T07:01:00.000-08:002008-01-21T07:17:52.320-08:00

I would be remiss if I did not take a moment to give thanks to Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. today. Today is the day that we commemorate his birthday and it reminds me of all of the dreams that I am realizing as a result of his commitment to equality. Not only does this holiday mark my 5 year anniversary of being self-employed. I resigned 5 years ago from working full-time when the company I was

Laidback Chicknoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32999879.post-76632588280599532682008-01-18T05:55:00.000-08:002008-01-18T05:58:21.745-08:00

Laidback is busily running around working on sampling and building relationships for the debut of the new collection. So we have been busy at the compund, but not to busy to introduce a new website layout. The new product will be on their and seamless, so this is still building, but take a peek here and tell me what you think.

Laidback Chicknoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32999879.post-2368563510785571922008-01-14T06:54:00.000-08:002008-01-14T07:07:46.440-08:00

On Friday I had the good fortune once again of being a guest speaker at FIT for the How to Style, Plan, and Merchandise A Fashion Line class. It is always a lot of fun getting to share my experiences the good and the bad with folks beginnng their foray into fashion or product design. The class was full of intelligent creatives bursting with questions and feedback. I shared the spotlight with

Laidback Chicknoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32999879.post-66914741233928174582008-01-10T20:18:00.000-08:002008-01-10T21:09:07.667-08:00

I promised this year I would do better at keeping everyone in the loop on what's going on at Laidback. It has been rough the past few days in a good way as I have been running about the big city working on projects, collaborations, boutique research, (yes there are plans for giving you an in store experience), and preparing new hotness to debut during the Gift Fair and the Home Fashions market.

Laidback Chicknoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32999879.post-46220793471778614272008-01-09T05:16:00.001-08:002008-01-09T05:18:55.410-08:00

Laidback is preparing to roll out some new pieces and surprises for the upcoming year. The creative process is rolling we are preparing to run some samples. Here is a peek into what is going on in our heads right now. Your thoughts?..

Laidback Chicknoreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32999879.post-3941392455461892342008-01-07T06:57:00.001-08:002008-01-07T06:59:02.506-08:00

Circle, circle dot dot I got all my cooties shots? is this just a NY thang? or do you remember cooties?

Laidback Chicknoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32999879.post-72765689257761396052008-01-02T20:20:00.001-08:002008-01-02T20:27:58.504-08:00

With the New Year comes birthdays to celebrate. The most special birthday within the laidback family is the youngest promotions cat on my team, my baby boy Zion. He is 9 today, my how time flies. Not only does he rep laidback to the fullest, always trying to sell a promotional card, lol. He inspires me to grow in my creativity, love and as a person . Much love to you son, big things for you

Laidback Chicknoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32999879.post-74410441923026268522008-01-02T18:44:00.000-08:002008-01-02T20:19:56.617-08:00

In the spirit of the New Year I want to big up all your dreams and wishes for a progressive, successful and prosperous year. It is definitely time for change. We have the upcoming election that will prayerfully catapult some nation-wide change and the personal changes that we are all preparing to better our families, health, relationships, style and comfort. Let's do it. Laidback is preparing

Laidback Chicknoreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32999879.post-91251360418300675582008-01-01T08:28:00.000-08:002008-01-02T18:42:17.320-08:00

Quick pict with the New 12 anchor MollyZion with the News 12 anchor, MollyThis is a new and fresh start for us all. Build on the experiences and mistakes from last year and make this year the biggest one yet. O7 was great for Laidback we met some great folk, made some great connections and introduced a funky line of products to the masses, but watch out in the 08'!!Laidback closed the year with

Laidback Chicknoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32999879.post-67548802607252897072007-12-28T09:01:00.000-08:002007-12-28T09:07:08.358-08:00

Christmas was a blast, great time spent with friends and family! The Wii is bananas, I am having crazy fun in between plotting how Laidback will take over the world next year, lol. In the spirit of preparation for all of the big things ahead for Laidback check out this video on the so called dotcom bubble, definitely an inspiring take on technology. Look out next week for how we will be

Laidback Chicknoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32999879.post-8748982357748896682007-12-14T09:35:00.001-08:002008-01-09T05:23:41.744-08:00

The Bust Craftacular is almost a week gone by, but I couldn't let it go with out giving you an update and some flicks. The event was jam-packed all day, a constant flow of folk. There was never a dull moment. I got to meet a lot of great new people and customers and chill with some great crafters and designers. It was great.Me and Laidback throwin up "L's" all day Big FunNew and Old FriendsMy

Laidback Chicknoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32999879.post-3497288780969149272007-11-22T21:36:00.000-08:002007-11-22T21:39:17.005-08:00

Mad praise and thanks for today God. I hope everyone is taking the time to revel and enjoy their families. I welcomed a brand new nephew in on Monday and have been reveling in family time ever since. Laidback is thankful for nearly a year in the biz, a lot has happened this year and we still have to make it even better. I am thankful for you too for checking out the blog.

Laidback Chicknoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32999879.post-36915500054997272232007-11-20T20:27:00.000-08:002007-11-20T20:32:48.045-08:00

Well it's that time again. Shopping, drinking, eating, and merriment uptown. The Shop N Mingle is where Laidback made it's debut last year Come check us out again this year. It's gonna be a blast.Harriet’s Alter Ego for the 4th time is taking their campaignon the road (well across the bridge anyway) and headed to Harlemfor the 2007 edition of their successful holiday shopping mixer,‘Shop-n-Mingle

Laidback Chicknoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32999879.post-74244638893695796742007-11-15T10:27:00.000-08:002007-11-15T10:50:41.712-08:00

For those of you who didn't know and though Laidback was simply a pillow company. Get a life! The laidback lifestyle that is. See how it is all going to come together.Take a peek at what I am working on for the new year. (The pink is off in the Fly Bd, no matter how much I tweak for web)

Laidback Chicknoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32999879.post-71069982823232494592007-11-11T17:50:00.000-08:002007-11-11T17:58:42.785-08:00

My heart goes out to Kanye West and his family for the loss of his mom Dr. West. I always related to their relationship, it somehow reflected my son and I and our bond. Laidback grieves all loss, but it really hurts to loose a mom.

Laidback Chicknoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32999879.post-2608774105181484632007-11-08T20:05:00.000-08:002007-11-08T20:17:03.525-08:00

The holiday season has got me working hard and pretty short on posts. However you can check out my latest Homestylin post over at Honey.I am also busy working on preparation to expand the line to include duvet sets for next year. That entails running to the Cotton Library (pictured above)which is really a cool place. I am also working on setting up a temporary office/showroom for the upcoming

Laidback Chicknoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32999879.post-74325881217608643342007-11-05T09:04:00.001-08:002007-11-05T09:13:03.171-08:00

Well the Holidays are quickly coming up on us. Laidback stockings are getting cut and sewn like crazy. A lot to do these coming weeks. Laidback will be a part of the Bust Craftacular and Harriets Alter Ego Shop N Mingle both in Decemer. So much to do, so little time and I hope to see you guys there. So we can all eat, drink, and be merry. More details will be coming soon.

Laidback Chicknoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32999879.post-77221226394689437082007-11-01T21:14:00.000-07:002007-11-01T21:16:46.596-07:00

Well you guys understand the Laidack hustle. I forgot to tell you that I did not survive editing on the Big Idea Oh well.

Laidback Chicknoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32999879.post-32278063212685264852007-10-23T15:03:00.000-07:002007-10-23T15:11:07.819-07:00

For any one that hasn't been following this blog. I love "The Big Idea" That is my must see tv. Today I had the pleasure of checking out the show. The guest on the show was none other than Mr. Unforgivable himself, Diddy. He was a good interview and seemed extremely modest and maybe even a little nervous. I like that side of Diddy, it was real. It will air in a week or so and we can see if I

Laidback Chicknoreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32999879.post-71170040623447251752007-10-21T22:44:00.000-07:002007-10-21T22:45:41.868-07:00

I am in the midst of finalizing the holiday postcard for the mass mailing to introduce the stocking collection. What do you think?

Laidback Chicknoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32999879.post-5191869236316553302007-10-21T17:55:00.000-07:002007-10-21T18:52:10.901-07:00

I decided to switch up the Ol' Play denim color. I am in search of the right blue denim. I am liking this vintage wash right here. The vintage denim is now replacing the lt denim color. Any thoughts?Also look out for the upcoming Luxe line of micro suedes. This is a lime suede pillow from a set that I created for an exclusive client that wanted the records printed on micro suede. They provided

Laidback Chicknoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32999879.post-51801352170208726002007-10-16T23:05:00.001-07:002007-10-16T23:28:52.902-07:00

I have been playing around with the idea since last year of doing a new take on the traditional Christmas stocking. So I did it the way only Laidback can rock it. It's 100% denim in one of your favorite styles "Headline" and yeah I did it.. I took it to the bling. However overused a term, the style is still hot. Check out the monnograms. Tell me what you think? These styles are limited editions

Laidback Chicknoreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32999879.post-76839394771701078862007-10-12T15:13:00.000-07:002007-10-12T15:21:10.533-07:00

Anyone that has been living or been to NY knows that developers are building in every inch of land available. One of the newest developments to go up is a condo building in the heart of the BK, very Mondrian in feel from the outside. The developers are our latest fans having brought Laidback to help style the apartments to make them more attractive to the younger funkier set. Big up to Jillian

Laidback Chicknoreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32999879.post-6305995284741822342007-10-04T12:43:00.000-07:002007-10-04T14:16:03.254-07:00

The Apartment Therapy design meetup is tonight in the Design Within Reach in Soho. Great time to network with fellow product designers and get introduced to new designers and ideas. Come on down at 7pm.

Laidback Chicknoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32999879.post-70155026967003323822007-10-02T21:05:00.000-07:002007-10-02T21:09:03.877-07:00

Anyone who has been down with the blog or who knows the Laidback chick personally knows that my must see tv is the Big Idea. I missed this episode but Ephraim represents to me the possibilities of this generation. We are the future. Keep entrepreneurship alive. Get your hustle on!

Laidback Chicknoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32999879.post-34041254706396019532007-10-02T20:19:00.001-07:002007-10-02T20:29:13.298-07:00

I cant even begin to say how hype I am about the next season of Project Runway. While Liadback does not endorse the majority of reality tv, I absolutely love PR. It encourages me and makes me step up my design game every time I watch it. Now I have known people from past seasons, but nobody quite as fab as Carmen of Sistahs of Harlem.I actually met Carmen earlier this year when she spoke on a

Laidback Chicknoreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32999879.post-49721308890196685222007-10-01T05:19:00.000-07:002007-10-01T05:26:20.165-07:00

A few weeks ago I posted about one of my favorite magazines, Clutch. Lo and behold I am in the new October issue. Check it out here

Laidback Chicknoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32999879.post-31083193926390643672007-09-30T18:29:00.000-07:002007-09-30T18:33:50.525-07:00

I love this new Macy's commercial that represents the brands and stars of the store. The only star missing is Laidback..soon and very soon coming to a department store near you.

Laidback Chicknoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32999879.post-85379510330936405992007-09-24T21:32:00.000-07:002007-09-24T21:34:05.444-07:00

I know I have been MIA for a minute but I am still here. I am steady working on the new collection. Stay tuned for the new collection and site redesign. Big Things Poppin.

Laidback Chicknoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32999879.post-38071967207282890022007-09-16T17:24:00.000-07:002007-09-16T18:50:31.274-07:00

Just as I was talking about how Essence has recently diappointed me with their content. I logged onto the site to copy the url for the last post and caught a glimpse of what made me fall in love with them as a preteen. Essence has a new online reality dating series starting tomorrow morning at 10am. The clicker for me are the women featured in the series, they are young, beautiful and articulate.

Laidback Chicknoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32999879.post-32686660170155176142007-09-16T17:10:00.000-07:002007-09-16T17:17:35.795-07:00

One of the best magazines out right now covering black culture is Clutch. They are a monthly online mag that updates daily with a blog that covers current events, fashion and music. Growing up I was an Essence chick, I always wanted to be in the magazine (Hell, who am I kidding, I still do, lol) but the flava and content that I grew up on with Susan Taylor is gone. I have not brought a copy

Laidback Chicknoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32999879.post-42342774549458725942007-09-11T21:51:00.000-07:002007-09-11T21:55:55.421-07:00

I want to send prayers and love out to my NY family and to everyone affected by that horrible day. Afrobella, one of my must read daily blogs challenged us to remember the day. It was hard to put in words, but I along with many others recalled the very moment our lives changed for good. I still love NY, but it will never be the same, but hey I ain't going nowhere.

Laidback Chicknoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32999879.post-4764571196186124012007-09-11T07:33:00.000-07:002007-09-11T07:51:05.789-07:00

It is always great to check out a great boutique that has great product and merchandising. However it is even better when a few of the items in the great selection are yours.. The best boutiques have items that are unusual and generally not found in mass marketed stores. Check out the way the items were merchandised at both the Studio Museum Store in Harlem and A&G Merch in Williamsburg,

Laidback Chicknoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32999879.post-32925574877199885212007-09-06T08:17:00.000-07:002007-09-06T08:23:57.372-07:00

Well Summer is a rap and we are officially back to business.The business of fashion is in full gear with it being Fashion Week. Yesterday I was not feeling well so I missed two fashion events I really wanted to check out. Luckily it is just getting started. I am going to try and hit L.A.M.B. Tracey Reese, and Baby Phat for sure. I am also looking for the weeklong celebration of AllHipHop.com

Laidback Chicknoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32999879.post-81999173864970538742007-09-05T08:03:00.001-07:002007-09-05T08:08:51.626-07:00

My new post is up for the Honey magazine site. I will have a new article up on design and the home every Monday morning in the Homestylin column. The weekend threw me off, go check it out now!!

Laidback Chicknoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32999879.post-2103936907159210792007-08-27T21:01:00.000-07:002007-08-28T05:33:42.615-07:00

Hit the newsstands and check out the latest issue of Real Simple (Sept) and catch a glimpse of Laidback helping to make a bold statement. Unfortunately you don't get a good look at the laidback signature graphic styles, but we're in there..

Laidback Chicknoreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32999879.post-72045928194288169792007-08-27T11:58:00.000-07:002007-08-27T13:09:51.146-07:00

Fret no more all you urban fashionista's who use to run to the newsstands to cop Honey Magazine.. they're BAAAAAAACk. The magazine is no longer tangible, but in ever means equally as hot and informative in it's new virtual state at Honeymag.com. To add to all of the excitement, I , the ladiback chick am a part of the program. I will be blogging about keeping it stylish in the home for honey on

Laidback Chicknoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32999879.post-56232182391435402862007-08-21T04:57:00.000-07:002007-08-21T05:03:43.874-07:00

My latest must see TV is The Big Idea, the Donny Deutsch talks show that chronicles entrepreneurs that have hit it big or who are on the verge of hitting it big due to that one big idea. I am hitting the cnbc studio for a live taping today. Everyone needs a little inspiration to get them going full speed ahead. Great place to connect and feed off of some new energy too.

Laidback Chicknoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32999879.post-8853839574593539632007-08-15T04:58:00.001-07:002007-08-15T05:00:24.662-07:00

Was caught in hell a traffic yesterday on my way home from the city and saw this chick riding her bike. Traffic was so bad I was able to snap a few picts. Crazy Stylin, I would love to know what she does and what her homestyle is like. Just thought I'd share. If you know her tell her to shoot me a link.

Laidback Chicknoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32999879.post-31567753350898181872007-08-15T04:07:00.000-07:002007-08-15T04:23:20.640-07:00

Here at laidback technology is everything!! Don't skimp and these lil goodies will last all 4 years of school and then some.I don't care if you are not a graphics, video or design major, front like one. Go with a mac, and the mac book pro is the way to go.Upgrade your ipod (everyone has one by now) with a voice recorder. Gone are the days of the mini cassette.A digital camera is a must to capture

Laidback Chicknoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32999879.post-31323951191607846962007-08-13T04:19:00.000-07:002007-08-13T04:52:29.832-07:00

In the spirit of everyone preparing to go back to school I am going to highlight some of Laidbacks favorite back to school items all this week. We of course will focus on the design of the room, technology, stationary, book bags,fun items, and misc. crap that would delight us if we were heading back to school. You don't have to be heading back to school to enjoy these items either. It's all about

Laidback Chicknoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32999879.post-18237942562823814202007-08-13T04:11:00.000-07:002007-08-13T04:18:23.415-07:00

Laidback is in the Summer Issue of the Studio Magazine, a design magazine put out by the Studio Museum. They were highlighting good reads and great finds for your home. They listed your favorite, The vinyl "Ol Play" however they misprinted the price. Anyhoo.. check out the shop, there are truly some great finds.

Laidback Chicknoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32999879.post-54530320194324732072007-08-07T09:37:00.000-07:002007-08-07T09:45:36.184-07:00

One of my favorite sites, Afrobella blew me up today for rocking dope hair. When I say laidback is more than just a pillow, it is style, and style is from the rootah to the tootah as my mom use to say. My stylist also is a Bronxite, Dehilia is her name, and natural haircare is her game. Naturally Twisted is located within Diamond Cut Barbershop at 4635 White Plains Road.

Laidback Chicknoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32999879.post-8502752545293046492007-07-26T08:09:00.000-07:002007-07-26T08:11:04.606-07:00

Check out what's floating around on the web.. Fact or fiction?!??!

Laidback Chicknoreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32999879.post-48012400826909220592007-07-24T14:21:00.000-07:002007-07-24T14:31:09.103-07:00

I know I have been gone for a week. Nothing exciting no new major developments but I have been working on the Back To School (BTS) events and campaign getting ready for the season. I am also a part of the twitter community and have linked the blog to my account. What that means for you is that you will now be current and get a little insider look into my day and my goings on. On the right hand

Laidback Chicknoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32999879.post-32784295030728604622007-07-16T04:21:00.000-07:002007-07-16T04:28:24.790-07:00

Wouldn't you eat more chocoalte if the packaging were as hot as this and it supported the arts? The packaging was done by ten NYC graf artists and a portion of the proceeds benefits All Stars Project, a childrens art organization.These can be found at Chocolate Bar

Laidback Chicknoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32999879.post-27155590915392534132007-07-13T05:59:00.000-07:002007-07-13T06:04:11.955-07:00

The beautiful thing about designers is that many of them have a quirky sense of humor and create literal designs. It doesn't get better than Foliage's Handsoap. I would love to see these in various shades. They are freakishly adorable. A great surprise in the guest bathroom.

Laidback Chicknoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32999879.post-72748813517634376092007-07-11T08:23:00.000-07:002007-07-11T08:34:38.787-07:00

For those of you that don't know I am the mother of an 8 year old boy. Anyone who has kids, seen kids, been to a house with kids, know that they are messies and will leave there toys just about anywhere. However to steal from their design aesthetic or lack of, with leaving their toys about the living room floor I would love to try that with the new Paul Smith soccer balls. I love the idea of

Laidback Chicknoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32999879.post-4563551055045310182007-07-08T08:31:00.000-07:002007-07-08T08:38:22.007-07:00

I decided to ice out the She Rocks totes. The feedback has been great so I think we will roll with it like this. Any thoughts??? Don't forget they start shipping July 18, so preorder now.

Laidback Chicknoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32999879.post-50080273636151462007-07-04T22:29:00.000-07:002007-07-04T22:36:39.456-07:00

You asked for it and now here it is... Introducing the Laidback Tote. We are offering three of our most popular styles "Headline," "Her Cherry," and "She Rocks"Everywhere I go, there is someone who tells me how cool the pillows are and how they would love the design as a bag. Well Laidback keeps it's ears to the streets and delivers. The bags are available for preorder now and will start shipping

Laidback Chicknoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32999879.post-35129012969323066712007-07-04T11:50:00.000-07:002007-07-04T11:58:29.045-07:00

Bring sexy back with the Hot new boybeater "She Rocks." July 4 Summer Sale Price is $20 now until this weeekend. Sale ends 7/8/07. Regular Price $28SizeSMM/LXL

Laidback Chicknoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32999879.post-67237826484321448422007-07-03T06:09:00.000-07:002007-07-03T06:16:41.478-07:00

We have relaunched our online store. Current available styles have been added with more to come in the following days. Check it out here. Also stay tuned for college shopping lists, new products, and the laidback summer hunt that will be on the site. Many thanks to my new roadie and php guru Sion for helping me make the shop come to fruition.

Laidback Chicknoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32999879.post-40050441275637763242007-07-01T17:35:00.000-07:002007-07-01T17:40:53.197-07:00

This brother made me think.. His eloquence and usage of a word that use to make people cringe when sai that now so easly rolls off of the tongues of the very people it was used to offend. Nigga what??... Just take a listen...

Laidback Chicknoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32999879.post-29537785746936194142007-06-28T10:49:00.000-07:002007-07-01T09:40:17.473-07:00

I have been working on collecting silhouette inspiration for upcoming products including duvets and such that I am working on, but I couldn't be more amused by stumbling on the "Perfect Bodies Duvet." Very kitschy and funny. This duvet is definitely a conversation piece. My only suggestion for the designers is to add more color options, IE. African American, Asian.. lol

Laidback Chicknoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32999879.post-87202959936748363292007-06-26T07:04:00.000-07:002007-06-26T07:57:07.665-07:00

With the temperature rising into the 90's, I started to think about where I would really like to be today. Where you say?!?! Kickin back at the beach, now I could only do this stylishly so here are my beach necessities. We have the beach chair which is simply gangsta by design because it gives you that much need back support when you are sitting in the sand checking out the guys or gals on the

Laidback Chicknoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32999879.post-6658681151081341962007-06-25T06:48:00.001-07:002007-06-25T07:12:51.047-07:00

Equestrian Portrait of the Duke of LermaKehinde Wiley Willem van Huythuysen 2006Albert and Nikolaus Rubens, the Artist's Son 2006 I am a fan of painter Kehinde Wiley who depicts black men in traditional and mostly classic poses that date back to work from many of the masters in contemporary art. He has hip hop heads posing and the brothers form the block posing in classic styles familiar to those

Laidback Chicknoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32999879.post-49847482062993184042007-06-20T19:58:00.000-07:002007-06-20T20:29:47.611-07:00

Katie Pell is the bomb! Not that I am the biggest domestic, although I can throw down when I do. I am in love with the idea of customizing home kitchen appliances. This chick gets a roar from all the feminists I'm sure by comparing kitchen customizations to guys pimpin their rides but hey I am with it. The flames are not my style but trickin out vacuums and appliances is gangsta. How can we get

Laidback Chicknoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32999879.post-49152929312404082942007-06-19T20:41:00.000-07:002007-06-19T20:53:43.626-07:00

For all you guys in Dumbo we are getting closer to you. Laidback will now be carried at Halcyon a dope record shop in Dumbo. Shout out to Alex, and Frog.

Laidback Chicknoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32999879.post-36620849415864122492007-06-15T09:22:00.000-07:002007-06-15T09:25:07.267-07:00

Apartment Therapy has blogged Laidback. They gave a recap of my presentaion over at the Design Meet-up last week. Chek it out here.

Laidback Chicknoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32999879.post-68127039909177132992007-06-11T10:00:00.001-07:002007-06-11T10:05:39.855-07:00

After many requests for a Laidback tote I have caved and decided to introduce 3 styles this summer as a tote. "Headline," "She Rocks", and "Ol' Play" are the tentative tote styles that I will be bringing to you this summer. There are also some fun summer surpirses to look out for. Check out the Ol' Play vinyl tote and tell me what you think.

Laidback Chicknoreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32999879.post-88365875381203429702007-06-09T09:40:00.001-07:002007-06-09T20:18:21.773-07:00

What a great time was had at the Apartment Therapy meetup. The presenters were great including myself reppin Laidback. I really enjoyed talking about our new looks and the inspiration behind it all. Great feedback from the group. Everyone loved the product and fed off my energy. AT will be posting more on the event in the coming week.

Laidback Chicknoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32999879.post-5548363183910406952007-06-07T09:10:00.000-07:002007-06-07T09:50:57.036-07:00

Apartment Therapy, one of my favorite blogs on design is hosting it's second meetup piggybacking on the success of the ICFF meetup debut. They will be feauring 4 designers tonight and Laidback is a featured company. So if you are in the Soho area at 7pm, the meetup is being held at the Design Within Reach Store 142 Wooster Street

Laidback Chicknoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32999879.post-22873442274240586622007-06-04T14:21:00.000-07:002007-06-04T14:25:14.617-07:00

Anyone enrolled at FIT (NYC) for the "How to Style, Design and Merchandise a Collection" class for either fashion or home products will get to check Laidback out close and personal. Tonight in the fashion class and tomorrow in the home products I will be talking about the design process, what it takes to create and market a line such as Laidback and fielding questions and offering insight on

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Any graphic, product and even interior designer worth there pay is familiar with the Pantone color system. It is the universally, and internationally recognized bible of color. A British company, W2 has designed Pantone Mugs. Can I get any cornier? I am in love! I would unabashedly line my tiny cabinets with color. #239C will could make me a coffee drinker. They are inexpensive if you live in

Laidback Chicknoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32999879.post-82679685798435820072007-06-03T20:10:00.000-07:002007-06-03T20:37:51.903-07:00

I stumbled on Innovation USA a few years ago at the ICFF show. The furniture was one of the key modes of inspiration for me designing home accessories that were urban, funky, edgy and sexy. I can see a "Her Cherry" or even a signature Laidback style turning one of these bad boys out. Look at the modular style, the clean lines, and casual fabric applications. Laidback X Innovation a perfect

Laidback Chicknoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32999879.post-33512490964329919552007-06-03T19:46:00.000-07:002007-06-03T20:38:55.342-07:00

I am definitely digging the designer mind behind the USB Beverage Chiller, the latest usb enabled gadget for your computer. I can attest as well as every other designer who is a slave to their computer that we stay hard- pressed for a cool drink. But am I the only clumsy techie that knows that this is an accident waiting to happen? However, if you think you can hold your own it costs only $40 to

Laidback Chicknoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32999879.post-80497330379040745362007-05-28T12:51:00.000-07:002007-05-28T19:07:55.558-07:00

Here at Laidback the graphic is everything. I am a big fan of people who can use graphic imagery to create and sell with style. Some of the best packaging design that I have seen comes from Japan. The color usage, the funny imagery and use of American verbiage makes it all the more amazing. In Japan there are so many products and limited amounts of self space, so they have to let the packaging

Laidback Chicknoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32999879.post-45390330745124792082007-05-22T19:04:00.000-07:002007-05-22T19:11:30.869-07:00

A new blog, Riclectic that showcases blacks in interior design has gotten laidback. Ri Henson has put together a great blog of designers doing there thing. Even in it's infancy I have found the blog to be extremely informative and a great read. I am exited to be a featured designer on the site. Check it out.

Laidback Chicknoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32999879.post-89974413517093627332007-05-22T06:03:00.000-07:002007-05-22T06:16:46.170-07:00

Ol' Play"Her Cherry"Design week presents a host of parties and yesterday I stopped into the Metropolis First Stop party right after ICFF and then headed over to The Future Perfect and A&G Merch. tow extremely stylish boutiques that are side by side and have the same owners. While The Future Perfect can be a bit out of many peoples price range, the products are gorgeous and extremely stylish. A

Laidback Chicknoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32999879.post-19990581450045178232007-05-22T05:48:00.000-07:002007-05-22T06:02:48.362-07:00

One of my yearly indulgences is to check out and salivate over the brilliant design represented at the ICFF show. I am awaiting my turn to show there. Here are a few of my favorites (will rifle through my cards and tell you who they are later today) as well as a pict of myself and Temar and Teman from Design Star. I am heading back to the show today so you can see more. I bumped into the

Laidback Chicknoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32999879.post-18780656722988427452007-05-18T19:57:00.001-07:002007-05-18T20:09:51.634-07:00

Last night Design on A Dime was great.. a ton of people turned put and spent money. I was able to see my pillows in the mix with the Nathanegan Designer vignette. Too bad I had spilled juice in my bag earlier and jacked up my camera because I did not really get to take any picts. The two you see are from my camera phone, and you know how those go. I did get to meet Thom Filicia (Queer Eye,

Laidback Chicknoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32999879.post-61861956714577196252007-05-17T05:13:00.000-07:002007-05-17T05:19:54.467-07:00

Over the course of the BK Designs weekend I had the opportunity to meet someone from Nathan Egan Interiors. The company is participating in the Design on a Dime Fundraiser that benefits people with HIV. The designers are using several Laidback designs to create the vignette as well as sell to raise money for the event. I am excited and proud to be down! Check back later for picts from the

Laidback Chicknoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32999879.post-43925946365470238892007-05-14T22:47:00.000-07:002007-05-14T23:21:33.325-07:00

Brooklyn Designs is over and now is the real time to assess the success of the show. We met a ton of cool people and found that there is quite an interest in having something funky and fun to spice up the home. I am still fielding requests and comments from many show goers from the weekend. So shout out to you all, and know that Laidback Hearts the BK!!! Many thanks to Apartment Therapy and Gen

Laidback Chicknoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32999879.post-90474696673192816352007-05-14T22:22:00.000-07:002007-05-14T22:47:03.025-07:00

Well in between exhibiting at the Brooklyn Designs Show, Laidback created a lounge area at 1:30am Sunday morning for the Rapathon. We brought a new style specifically designed for the event, the 22" signature lounger. I did stay awhile and check out the rappers, there were a few notable poets, and the usual casualties of course. But hey whatever works to create the Hip Hop Cultural Center

Laidback Chicknoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32999879.post-79001934081920975562007-05-11T20:09:00.000-07:002007-05-11T20:17:55.773-07:00

Well day 1 is over, what a long day. Ehilirating, yet hot humid and nasty. No sales for us today but quite a response. If you are heading down to 81 Front Street to checkout BK Designs, keep in mind it is hot as hell. Check out the booth and the laidback chick rocking laidack full force, Ol Play custom bag, laidback tee, pins, the gamut.

Laidback Chicknoreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32999879.post-43179604499728024322007-05-10T20:55:00.000-07:002007-05-10T21:03:55.444-07:00

After getting only 2 hours of sleep. Laidback is ready to show at Brooklyn Designs. We will be at Brooklyn Designs repping strong, with the pillows of course, custom tee shirt, bag, and pins. When we leave you will know what hit you!!! laidback all the way!!! Here are some picts of the work in progress and the way the table looks until they finish cleaning up the back.

Laidback Chicknoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32999879.post-16274787591943129302007-05-08T04:01:00.000-07:002007-05-08T04:05:58.767-07:00

This is a very busy week for Laidback. We are sponsoring an event happening at City College today, that is supposed to support Anti- Counterfeiting fashion. So they asked me to participate and I gave them a denim "Ol Play" and white "She Rocks" pillows for the giveaway. Unfortunately I will not be able to be at the event, so I am wishing them the best of luck.I have 4 days left until showtime

Laidback Chicknoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32999879.post-11139138204841164352007-05-02T04:30:00.000-07:002007-05-02T04:36:25.066-07:00

This week I am focusing more on updating you guys on Laidback and the progress for next weeks events and less on what inspires Laidback. We have the upcoming Brooklyn Design Show next week May 11-13 as well as the Rapathon Laidback Lounge that we are working on. So you can see where the focus must be. I have collected nuff info and good stuff to post so I may try to post on it all here and

Laidback Chicknoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32999879.post-83306640375143286012007-04-30T23:12:00.000-07:002007-04-30T23:18:03.584-07:00

Since I am here working tirelessly to spread the Laidback culture, so that you can see how sweet it is, we are releasing a few limited editions. I shot you a sneak peek of the gold record. Now check out a snippet of one of the tees that I will be rocking next week at the Brooklyn Design Show. It is my goal to have 3 different ones for the 3 days of the show as well as one for my brief stage

Laidback Chicknoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32999879.post-57993201075107099432007-04-27T04:36:00.000-07:002007-04-27T04:46:45.717-07:00

Take a peek at 2 of the new styles that Laidback is rolling with. "Her Cherry", a distressed graphic allover print. We are also reintroducing "Ol Play" vinyl, this solid gold joint is a stylish conversation piece for any room in the house or even the studio. Watch out because we might even hit you with a platinum take. All feedback is welcome, tell me what you think before they let me have it

Laidback Chicknoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32999879.post-59022465627830907902007-04-26T07:04:00.000-07:002007-04-26T07:06:47.210-07:00

I was extrememly excited about the Rapathon and wanted to know how Laidback could get down. Well we will be down. We are working it out so that we can hit some of the sleepy headz who are trying to make the record of an ongoing 24 hr rap a lil cozy as they snooze throughout the night.

Laidback Chicknoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32999879.post-12845584916632148302007-04-25T03:10:00.000-07:002007-04-25T03:52:20.440-07:00

The Hip Hop Culture Center in Harlem is hosting it's first Rapathon, promoting positivity and working on making a Guinness Book World Record. The way it is going down; participating mc's are going to create one ongoing rhyme, that goes on and on and on past the break of dawn. If you think you have skills they are still looking for artists to rock the mike.Open Call: Thursday, April 26 at the Hip

Laidback Chicknoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32999879.post-57491084523619620322007-04-24T18:49:00.000-07:002007-04-28T12:46:50.380-07:00

Guess who is the Fly Girl of the Week?!?!? I am a daily reader and huge fan of the Fly Girl Blog and am honored to be the Fly Girl this week. I met Andrea last year at a designsponge meetup, she is a dope illustrator and a great creative spirit (the border is one of Andrea's funky illustrations". Thanks Andrea, go over and check out how deep your sistah can get with the Q&A

Laidback Chicknoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32999879.post-45670313562333672122007-04-22T22:48:00.000-07:002007-04-22T23:22:32.245-07:00

Always the fan of the little buttons that people rock in a colorful cluster on their tee-shirts, back packs, and lapels, I decided to foray into the first laidback pin pack. I will introduce these as giveaways at the Brooklyn Design Show May 11-13 at the Brooklyn Designs Annex at 81 Ffront Street. Any thoughts?

Laidback Chicknoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32999879.post-63068967632929190522007-04-19T06:47:00.000-07:002007-04-19T06:57:25.141-07:00

Helvetica the most widely recognized font in the world and it is turning 50 this year. The Moma has an exhibit going on that chronicles the life of this popular font. Think of the letters on the subway map, they are rocking Helvetica. For those of you who still have no clue what I am talking about, a font is the style of type that you use when you are on a computer. Unfortunately I am not using

Laidback Chicknoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32999879.post-15136221676403253092007-04-17T21:27:00.000-07:002007-04-17T21:35:24.000-07:00

My heart cries out along with my prayers to the students, families, and teachers, that were affected my the devastating In the wake of the shootings that caused every heart and mind to shutter.Nicky Giovanni spoke ever so eloquently at the close of the convocation. Exuding and encouraging strength to the friends, families, and the country, she helps us heal and reflect on the fact that we (the

Laidback Chicknoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32999879.post-78651447071789300102007-04-17T21:25:00.000-07:002007-04-17T21:26:56.959-07:00

There is a great exhibit going on at the AIGA National Design Center called Suupa Pop: Package Design from Japan. The exhibit will be there until May 25. I definitely have to find the time to check it out. I am longing to go to Japan and I am totally in love with their graphics and use of color, and texture play in fashion and design. It has influenced alot of the my designs over the years.

Laidback Chicknoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32999879.post-48963973587885447942007-04-11T22:56:00.000-07:002007-04-11T23:02:10.973-07:00

Laidback is now available at the Studio Museum of Harlem. I stopped by their earlier today (Wednesday) to check it out. Looking good. The store is known for a great selection of books, novelty, and gift ideas. I am proud to be a part of the Studio Museum family.

Laidback Chicknoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32999879.post-91322375729519754842007-04-10T05:08:00.000-07:002007-04-10T05:21:58.456-07:00

One of my biggest inspirations when working on a room design project is the Hotel Fox in Denmark. The open rooms with original art on the walls that are also played out in the furnishings brings you to a fantasy place that even the most conservative adult would lust for. There are 61 rooms, 21 artists, and they say 1000 ideas. The place is crazy. I long for the day to visit the hotel and take in

Laidback Chicknoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32999879.post-87785988266840276882007-04-09T04:45:00.000-07:002007-04-09T05:03:17.636-07:00

I stumbled on this label Friend and Foe, and fell in love with the soul oozing from the graphics on their tees. The likes of Miles Davis, John Coltrane, and Thelonius Monk album artwork and vintage poster art grace these tees and give you an inspiring dose of an era of great style and music. Imagine how hot some of these styles would translate into the home, pillows, duvets, etc. Got me thinkin..

Laidback Chicknoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32999879.post-38135904087208310842007-04-06T07:19:00.000-07:002007-04-06T07:29:49.058-07:00

Well we have not made it to London yet, but it seems like so much is going on out there and the Laidback culture needs to represent in those parts. Adornment London is this weekend and according to their myspace page this is what they are about..ADORNMENT LONDON was the first exhibition of its scale in Europe to showcase the African-inspired creative, cultural and ethical sector - in particular,

Laidback Chicknoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32999879.post-62982469812287169522007-04-04T20:01:00.000-07:002007-04-04T20:08:56.646-07:00

Camouflage has become a staple in pop culture and street couture and is presently one of laidback's biggest selling styles. For all of you based in London or heading to London before November there is an exhibit called Camouflage going on at the Imperial War Museum The exhibit dissects the origin of camouflage, the design rationale and the influence it continues to have in fashion today. It

Laidback Chicknoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32999879.post-81032196987481105492007-04-04T16:58:00.000-07:002007-04-04T18:06:49.112-07:00

Ok, I said I would post on the book this weekend, however I spent alot of time on the train today. 3+ hours on the train to spend 15 minutes with a new printer that I plan on using to develop 3 new styles for Brooklyn Design. The book gets ***** stars for inspiration, and ease of read. KB invites the reader into his life, he is so transparent that it is very easy to get to know him and his family

Laidback Chicknoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32999879.post-27428441427170503552007-04-04T06:22:00.000-07:002007-04-04T16:58:19.730-07:00

I am an avid reader who likes to stay abreast of what the streets are saying, wearing, debating, and rocking. That helps me to define and develop and grow my own ideas, opinions, and creations. So today let me share what Laidback is reading. I met a cat named Kenneth Brown last night as he hosted a business development seminar. He blessed me with his new book From Welfare to Faring Well that I

Laidback Chicknoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32999879.post-38496447138749357312007-04-03T08:30:00.000-07:002007-04-03T08:43:54.139-07:00

How many times have we posed in our mirrors trying to look like some model or balla that we've seen in our favorite magazine? Well it looks like someone decided to attach their magazine tears to the mirror for good. Urban Outfitters has a new mirror that is framed by colorful recycled magazine pages. Definitely a conversation piece (when not talking about how fly you are, lol) and another

Laidback Chicknoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32999879.post-63442414624121509562007-04-03T07:58:00.000-07:002007-04-03T08:24:42.870-07:00

Just when you thought you have seen every possible way to transport your beats here come the cats from Japan shooting sound straight organic style. Sound in a cardboard box. Muji is a Japanese company who prides themselves on being environmentally friendly, trendy, and price conscious all at the same time. Hook up your ipod and roll. These speakers collapse and fit in your bag like a folder or

Laidback Chicknoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32999879.post-44140739104537187822007-04-02T22:34:00.000-07:002007-04-02T22:43:30.742-07:00

Check out the way pillows and pop colors can add flava to any room. These picts are from the VIP lounge at the Musiq concert but easily adaptable for your personal space. Add some paint, some graphic throw pillows, a framed photo, or framed poster to upgrade your room. The sofa is West Elm, the pillows laidback "Ol Play"

Laidback Chicknoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32999879.post-85854801272202197742007-03-27T17:01:00.000-07:002007-03-27T19:17:52.358-07:00

Good music is essential to the very core of the laidback lifestyle and one of our favorites is Musiq Soulchild. I had the pleasure of outfitting the Music Soulchild VIP room yesterday for the House of Couvosier sponsored Musiq concert. It was a dope experience. Musiq was fire! The crowd was grown and sexy, Biz Markie was spinning, Big Tigger hosting, and Laidback rocking the VIP. The crowd was

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