Sunday, December 2, 2007

Travel Clothing - A Backpackers Delight!


A quick sketch I whipped up the other day... Since travelling in South America (and consistently living on clothes/supplies one could carry over in a single suitcase and a backpack) I have been thinking a lot about multi-funtional, easy-to-transport, simple-care garments. A couple of quick notes...

-Should be in darker or "drab" colours (haven't met a washing machine that doesn't turn white to yellow-grey here yet).
-Must have hidden pockets! I hate wearing the money belt (and 3 pickpocket attempts thus far, you definitely don't want to carry money/ID in an easy-grab bag).
-Also, for those hidden pouches, keep them slim.
-Scarves were always really useful! (easy to coverup in more conservative locations, to hold back stray hair, protection from the sun).
-Convertible quick-dry pieces are absolute key on any trip, especially in areas where the temperature varies greatly day to night.
-Lots and lots and lots of pockets on the exterior with pickpocket deterrant zips, plackets, safe-hide welts...
-Leggings/longjohns have been THE most useful items thus far.

If you have any thoughts/extra ideas drop me a note!

Wednesday, November 28, 2007

Buy Nothing Christmas

While not exactly pro-retailer, I thought it would be interesting to bring up this movement based out of the US. By now I'm sure you've all heard about "Buy Nothing Christmas" as it's been advertised on several broadcast stations and online news sites (specifically MSN/Sympatico today!). It particularly caught my attention as Sean and myself will indeed be spending a "Buy Nothing Christmas" this year! Though not necessarily motivated by a political excuse, it will nonetheless be a frugal and "recycled/only what you need" kind of season. Actually, I'm pretty excited about the whole thing! In fact, from this point forward I will post our "Christmas budget" solutions on the blog to celebrate the 12 days of Christmas...coming soon!

Otherwise, check out the "Buy Nothing Christmas" website: http://www.buynothingchristmas.org/

Monday, November 5, 2007

Valparaiso Graffitti




A bit of eyecandy from the streets of Valparaiso.