For years now I have secretly been getting some of my coolest hats from this unique little shop in L.A. called “goorin” every time I happen to be out there- and now everyone can enjoy them because they opened a shop right here in bucktown, chicago! Speaking of, there is a superfun opening party there this Saturday night the 30th from 5p-9p w/drinks, snacks, live music,.. and 1st peak at all the killer hats (w/vip discounts for guests) for all to enjoy! (check this video of their other store having a party and imagine what it will be like w/the coolest faces in chicago there- you need to go!)
And Outside of the actual hats being very cool, described as “archetypal pieces, with a unique twist of flare,” I have to say I have mad respect for their store design, the veteran chicago crew they picked to launch here with (say hi to drew when go!) & the history of the company which has been around for over 115years! I honestly don’t want to tell you all about it when it would be way more fun for all to hit this party Saturday night and take in what I have been loving secretly for years yourself! Enjoy and tweetpic me hats you are trying on if can- I need ideas for what kind of hat to wear to the grammys the next night!
Goorin chicago is located at… for more info go to….
For years now I have secretly been getting some of my coolest hats from this unique little shop in L.A. called “goorin” every time I happen to be out there- and now everyone can enjoy them because they opened a shop right here in bucktown, chicago! Speaking of, there is a superfun opening party there this Saturday night the 30th from 5p-9p w/drinks, snacks, live music,.. and 1st peak at all the killer hats (w/vip discounts for guests) for all to enjoy! (check this video of their other store having a party and imagine what it will be like w/the coolest faces in chicago there- you need to go!)
And Outside of the actual hats being very cool, described as “archetypal pieces, with a unique twist of flare,” I have to say I have mad respect for their store design, the veteran chicago crew they picked to launch here with (say hi to drew when go!) & the history of the company which has been around for over 115years! I honestly don’t want to tell you all about it when it would be way more fun for all to hit this party Saturday night and take in what I have been loving secretly for years, yourself! Enjoy and tweetpic me hats you are trying on if can- I need ideas for what kind of hat to wear to the grammys the next night!
Goorin chicago is located at 1533 N Milwaukee… for more info go to www.goorin.com or 773.384.4287
The major reason why I go to sundance each year, and to other events around the country like the grammys in l.a. this wknd & the superbowl in miami the next, is to make sure our city/state has a presence out when the “best” come together & all the action happens- networking, showing support, reminding people chicago rocks & they should visit, and to sell our culture & community as world class to build friendships & business for all… just like I did this last weekend w/our Illinois film office… as you can see in this video!
Granted this particular video is silly off the cuff, but you can definitely see we traveled to work & send a message (amongst all the other silly party things you might here about from me on twitter at 2am). In this video i am w/ Betsy Steinberg the director of the Illinois film office (along with a handful of other energetic & supportive Chicagoans like buddies brook jay of atp & mike mcgrath of mcgrath lexus). How great is it that she (on behalf of our state/city) sponsor one of the most anticipated events at one of the most respected artistic festivals in the world, the “variety magazine top 10 directors to watch at sundance!”
Make sure to check out our Illinois “reel” at end w/ all the cool celebs & movies we have had here, the incentives we give people to film here, me trying to get info out of her about who’s coming next,… and all kinds of fun… all while showing the greatest media, directors, producers, and actors, like Philip Seymour hoffman who was being honored that night, that we are highly desirable and inviting in the industry & passionate about making a huge contribution to greatness! (btw, I got to reconnect w/ Philip Seymour hoffman about our last lunch together a couple years ago and he is actually in chi directing at Goodman- we’re having dinner next week- will catch up with more to promote his new project out here nxt wk. Enjoy and thx 4 the support il film office!
The major reason why I go to sundance each year, and to other events around the country like the grammys in l.a. this wknd & the superbowl in miami the next, is to make sure our city/state has a presence when the “best” come together & all the action happens- networking, showing support, reminding people chicago rocks & they should visit, and to sell our culture & community as world class to build friendships & business for all… just like I did this last weekend w/our Illinois film office… as you can see in this video!
Granted this particular video is silly, off the cuff, but you can definitely see we traveled to work & send a message (amongst all the other silly party things you might hear about from me on twitter at 2am). In this video i am w/ Betsy Steinberg the director of the Illinois film office (along with a handful of other energetic & supportive Chicagoans like buddies brook jay of atp & mike mcgrath of mcgrath lexus). How great is it that she (on behalf of our state/city) sponsored one of the most anticipated events at one of the most respected artistic festivals in the world, the “variety magazine top 10 directors to watch at sundance!”
Make sure to check out our Illinois “reel” at end w/ all the cool celebs & movies we have had here, the incentives we give people to film here, me trying to get info out of her about who’s coming next,… and all kinds of fun… all while showing the greatest media, directors, producers, and actors, like Philip Seymour hoffman who was being honored that night, that we are highly desirable and inviting in the industry & passionate about making a huge contribution to greatness! (btw, I got to reconnect w/ Philip Seymour hoffman about our last lunch together a couple years ago and he is actually in chi directing at Goodman- we’re having dinner next week- will catch up with more to promote his new project out here nxt wk. Enjoy and thx 4 the support il film office!
If you read my blog post yesterday you know I have much respect for Sundance- to me its probably the most respected independent film festival in the country, featuring not only Oscar winning talent, but complete unknowns that come in each year and blow minds with pure originality (like the 10 I met at event in post yesterday).
If you follow me on twitter, you also know I got invited to ridiculous celebrity parties & gifting suites that sundance also is starting to be known for (for better or worse). And since many of you said you loved the behind the scenes access I shared on twitter so much and wanted to see more in video, I thought I would oblige here. Just don’t hold the tequila shots and random ridiculousness against me!
Here’s me literally partying before 1000+ screaming fans w/ Mark Ronson’s protege “Wale” who’s collaborated with the likes of Amy Winhouse, Maroon 5, Lily Allen, Lady Gaga, John Mayer,… not only rising on the Billboard Top 40, but called the next “Jay-Z” by GQ Magazine! You said you wanted to be close to the action too- here’s how silly it can get!
If you read my blog post yesterday you know I have much respect for Sundance- to me its probably the most respected independent film festival in the country, featuring not only Oscar winning talent, but complete unknowns that come in each year and blow minds with pure originality (like the 10 I met at event in post yesterday).
If you follow me on twitter, you also know I got invited to ridiculous celebrity parties & gifting suites that sundance also is starting to be known for (for better or worse). And since many of you said you loved the behind the scenes access I shared on twitter so much and wanted to see more in video, I thought I would oblige here. Just don’t hold the tequila shots and random ridiculousness against me!
Here’s me literally partying before 1000+ screaming fans w/ Mark Ronson’s protege “Wale” who’s collaborated with the likes of Amy Winhouse, Maroon 5, Lily Allen, Lady Gaga, John Mayer,… not only rising on the Billboard Top 40, but called the next “Jay-Z” by GQ Magazine! You said you wanted to be close to the action too- here’s how silly it can get!
Great business leaders: #ff: @arturogomezrrp @BillyDec @chesterelton @adriangostick @JerrodMelman @rjmelman @ryanpreuett
At @undergroundchi for the first time in a long time!! @BillyDec will u be here?
RT @BillyDec: Yo! This band @LoveSickRadio is AWESOME @RockitChicago tnite! Opened for Bon Jovi! Get here! RT http://tweetphoto.com/35697388
RT @BillyDec: HIRING tmrw.. See & Share: http://yfrog.com/85bq5nj RT @djmegantaylor: @BillyDec friend looking for job... Rockit hiring?
U heard it from Dec! RT @BillyDec: Yo! This band @LoveSickRadio is AWESOME @RockitChicago tnite! Opened for Bon (cont) http://tl.gd/2qp0k8
RT @BillyDec: Yo! This band @LoveSickRadio is AWESOME @RockitChicago tnite! Opened for Bon Jovi! Get here! RT http://tweetphoto.com/35697388
RT @BillyDec: Yo! This band @LoveSickRadio is AWESOME @RockitChicago tnite! Opened for Bon Jovi! Get here! RT http://tweetphoto.com/35697388
Yo! This band @LoveSickRadio is AWESOME @RockitChicago tnite! Opened for Bon Jovi! Get here! RT http://tweetphoto.com/35697388
That looks amazing! RT @BillyDec Tuna Poke w/ginger,wasabi aioli,dynamit sauce,on crispy wonton @SundaChicago http://tweetphoto.com/35692601
RT @brittaknee13: Please RT @BillyDec my name so I can win Blackhawks tickets :)
thecristenentries asked: ♥ If you have a twitter can u please follow me @cris_ten and follow @billydec if u... http://tumblr.com/xeteipq7h
Maybe you can start getting paid @c_cunniff, looks like they're hiring RT @BillyDec HIRING tmrw......
RT @BillyDec: HIRING tmrw.. See & Share: http://yfrog.com/85bq5nj RT @djmegantaylor: @BillyDec friend looking for job... Rockit hiring?
I think I will reschedule my cancelled bday party @rockitwrigley on Aug. 13th @BillyDec
