Don't Speed

When was the last time anyone was in Michael's craft store? It is really amazing how much time and money one could put down in there. Today I was walking through looking for some little things for our shipping boxes and for a nice gift for some of our friends tonight. I think I hit almost every aisle and found plenty of objects I just wanted to use. However, I narrowed it down to some key purchases. It is the small stuff inside of a large package that makes it all the different. That is what were aiming for at Dazzle.

Today was/is a packed day, I took my new suit to get tailored finally. Stephen hooked me up hard on a solid Hugo Boss suit, I am so stoaked to get this on my body and show it off. Look good, feel good, or that is how it goes so I hear. I made a trip to the Cheektowaga Town Court then to pay a 200 dollar ticket. Ouch. Do the speed limit everyone, I am vowing for that to be the last ticket I will ever pay.

Tonight we're heading to Pano's for some talk and some eat and some wine. Always a good time and it the best way to start off a Friday night. If Kitty comes tonight and does not get anything to eat or drink I am going to be heated! I don't think she's an alien, girl needs to eat. HA

I love my chinos by the way!

The following are some cool things I found cruising the internet last night...

Always,

Chest

Shaant's new walls, courtesy of Blando.

For our friends.

I'll take the blue ones.

-as per hypebeast.com

Dope. I want.

-as per neweracaptalk.com

Marshawn Lynch designing for New Era! Solid!

-as per neweracaptalk.com

Happy Birthday Jeff & Arjun

Happy Birthday to our friends Jeff Czum and Arjun Jain! Jeff turns 34 today and Arjun turns well, we're not really sure. Arjun is a mystery to everyone at Dazzle, but if I had to put a number on it I'd say Arjun is 21! Make sure if you see these men out tonight you wish them a happy birthday. 

Early last week Seabass sent Jeff a questionnaire about his memories of Dazzle and other various topics. Jeff gladly answered the questions for us and Seabass then forwarded me the answers for everyone to read! Enjoy.

For anyone keeping tabs on our Twitter account, last week I was on a man hunt to find myself some chinos. I stopped into every store possible at the Galleria Mall including Gap, Banana, and J.Crew. Once finding something I thought would satisfy my tastes I bought the classic fit J.Crew chinos only to find a slim fit pair of chinos for sale on J.Crews website. Long story short,I ordered the slim fit and today they have arrived and I am super pumped. The slim fit is the way to be and I don't know how other men like their pants but a slim cut just looks better on myself. Next I am going to be getting into that Nantucket red color chino. Check them out!

Oh and side note, last night at hockey I got a puck right to my money maker. The cut is healing up pretty fast. Im not sure if I want it to though, looks pretty tough. See you out tonight!

Always,

Chest

Where are you from?

Buffalo, NY

How did you become aware of Dazzle Me Formal?

Good friends with Seabass, we go way back to when we were both in

local bands playing shows at Classic Roxx. Eventually we started

touring and he later became our tour manager for Cute. Now I rep Dazzle hardcore.

Why do you enjoy writing/recording/performing music?

It's a chance to make something from nothing...transfer emotion into music.

What group are you involved with musically?

Cute Is What We Aim For, Tested Positive...Ha.

What is your favorite Dazzle product? We forgive you if you don't

remember the name.

The grey fitted with the out of focused bike (I tried)

-Jeff is referring to the Voorhees Cap! Good Choice

Any funny memories with the Dazzle crew?

One of my best memories is with Seabass. We just got finished

recording an EP in NYC when we both were very young...maybe 15 and 16.

We had a flight to Buffalo the next day and we ended up being

stranded in the middle of NYC at midnight. Eventually we smuggled our

way to the airport and stole a bunch of food since we didn't eat all

day. Slept in JFK Airport for 10 hours. Flew back to Buffalo. Good times.

What is your favorite part of the country to tour?

East coast...The shows are just insane in that part of the country

Favorite city to play?

One of my favorite cities to play in is Chicago. We have never had a bad

show in that city.

What music have you been into recently?

I’ve been really into a band called Frightened Rabbit, they are a

Scottish folk band and they are pretty dope. I have also been

listening to Jimmy Eat World, Tom Petty, Feist, Anarbor, Incubus,

Minus The Bear and Goldfinger. Ha I’m all over the place with my music.

What is your favorite piece of clothing you have ever owned? Why?

Black Boston hat!! I’m attached to that piece of shit. I don't even know why.

Slim chinos for Chest.

Three Year Anniversary of Dazzle Me Formal: Past, Present, Future

Three years ago as of May 23rd, Dazzle Me Formal was born and has not stopped growing and making moves. On behalf of Seabass, Brett, Myself, Arjun and everyone else involved we would like to give a big Thank You to everyone! Now everyone may be a general term, however, anyone who has every had an idea, inspired us, purchased any cap, or tee, or even came to an event or party, you have done more for us than we can express through size 12 font.

As a dedication to our past, all of the pics featured below are from past events and releases. So many memories and great times. Dazzle has evolved into a brand beyond expectations. As of now, we know we have been somewhat stagnant but this is the result of us carefully planning and producing goods that we hope can exceed past releases! Brett is hard at work designing new threads for everyone as we speak. This dude is up on his grind as becomes a better designer every time I see his work. Get ready to be amazed. Our staple, the New Era 5950 cap is in production. Orders have be submitted. That's it, that's all. For now. Just make sure you're here when they drop!

In the future, Dazzle is going to stretch out our limbs and exercise all of our resources. This will be in an effort to produce more for all of you! We are always working and the emails never cease. We want this!

Thank you all for helping us grow and we hope you stay along for the ride and bring some friends!

Always,

Chest

Meet Dazzle Me Formal Part V: Kitty Kat Kathleen Smith

What up, what up? Honestly, I think this Diana Ross I am jamming to right now is getting me in the working mood! A lot of good things also piled on top of my Diana jams are putting me in this swell mood, it should be a great night with our crew meeting at the crib on Elmwood in a few hours followed by a solid dinner session at Panos. I hope the windows are open!

How is everyone doing with the flyers and stickers that were sent out a few weeks ago? Lets hear some feedback! Hit me with an email regarding any questions or concerns. I'd love to hear the response to Dazzle in all of your hometowns.

Check it! As mentioned in the last post Flo sent a package to me which arrived yesterday. It was like Christmas, or as Jonesy would say, Kwanza. HA! I see you Jonesy! Upon opening the box, it was like seeing gold as a bundle of Flo Swiss Radio mixtapes are now waiting for wanting hands of Dazzle supporters. Look for a mixtape in your package the next time you order from Dazzle, of course limited supplies, so hurry up!

To update our fresh Dazzle intern, Kitty Kat, I sent her the same questions as we did for the blog post entitles Meet Dazzle Me Formal. Tonight will be Kitty's first time meeting with the entire crew. It will be a fun experience for everyone involved. I hope she brings her A game. HA I messing, we're not so harsh Kitty. But check it, here is what she had to say;

Who are your biggest influences in life, and why?

Anyone with fresh new ideas that inspire me.

Top 3 favorite movies?

Forgetting Sarah Marshall, The Dark Knight, Transformers.

Top 3 favorite music albums?

Rise or Die Trying - Four year Strong, Plans - Death Cab For Cutie, Continuum - John Mayer

Favorite fashion influences or designers or brands in clothing?

Marc Jacobs and I have a serious Betsey Johnson addiciton... like bad.

What is your roll with Dazzle?

Im the Intern and the Woman's point of view.

How did you get involved with Dazzle?

Luck.

Why do you love your Mom?

She has got my back.

What is your favorite Will Ferrel movie?

Helloooo, ANCHORMAN.

Boxers or briefs?

Neither ;)

Who's sexy?


Lezz in a second for Megan Fox.

Favorite season of weather?

Fall has always been my favorite becuase of the colors, everyday is just picture perfect.

Package from Santa Flo!

Twenty-One

This week is only half way over and I am already pleased with how it is turning out. For anyone that is unaware, as of 12:00 am Tuesday morning I am now 21 years old! Thank you to everyone who has helped me celebrate! Last night myself and my great friends we're hanging on Elmwood at Cole's and then made a little stop at JP Bullfeather's. I had an amazing time, however today I am paying for it. It's all good though, all about the celebration. Let's keep the good times flowing this week. I hope to see everyone out.

To catch up on some of the past weeks events, our boy DJ Flo was in Zurich, Switzerland spinning and was featured on Switzerland's largest radio station! Congrats to him and Jonesy. Flo also hit me up with an email while he was in Switzerland and told me he is sending us some of his mix tapes to send out in any Dazzle purchase. On the track list for the mix Flo even included his boys from Buffalo as you can peep the Dazzle logo on the artwork. Keep an eye out for that in your box next time you purchase from Dazzle. Toss that disc in at any party lacking some energy and watch the mood swing. Also, anyone interested in the Swiss Radio Takeover mix can download here. I highly recommend! 

Here are some solid photos from last week as well...

Flo on his way to Zurich, bringing Dazzle along.

Peep the Dazzle logo!

Yay or Nay?

Dope!

Bass & the Gato survived.

Tunes I've Been Into Lately

Somtimes it is hard to keep up on all of this new and different music coming out. However this week I was able to narrow it down to a couple of albums I have been so into and everyone should listen to if they haven't. Straight up, the Drake album "So Far Gone" is amazing! I haven't been able to listen to a hip-hop album all the way through like this is in a long time. It has a great mix of some solid beats and summer jams along with tracks that could be tossed on when you're hanging with your special someone. I highly recommend.

Everyone at Dazzle is also huge J Dilla fans and when I saw this I got pretty excited:

"Renowned Hip Hop Producer J Dilla recommences his legacy with this upcoming LP entitled Jay Stay Paid. Based on all the classic drops after his passing, it's evident he was not only a master at his craft, but a very active and diligent producer at that. This latest installment features his production and a dynamic duo of two of New York's grittiest MC's, Raekwon & Havoc. Jay Stay Paid will be in stores June 2nd, 2009."

DILLA!

Call Me: Kitty Kat

About a week ago, Brett received an intriguing email from a aspiring senior high school student from Sweet Home who was interested in doing some intern work with Dazzle. This was a surprise to all of us as Dazzle has never had someone ask for such a position within our establishment. After consideration we decided to take on Kathleen Smith at an intern position for Dazzle Me Formal! Last week Thursday, myself and Brett met up with Kathleen, now officially under the name of Kitty Kat to everyone at Dazzle. Kitty Kat and Brett along with myself had a great conversation on what interested her in our company and what her role would be in our future. Bottom line; we're excited to have a mind such as Kitty Kat's to help us out and look forward to having her input. 

We would like to take this time to formally introduce Kathleen "Kitty Kat" Smith to everyone:

Hit Kitty up at smith.kittykathleen@gmail.com

Tonight was the first time Brett and myself were also able to sit down with Seabass and discuss some plans for the near future. It is incredibly difficult to describe our plans and discussions on what we have planned for everyone but all of us are excited! Keep checking back for updates and hit us up via Twitter. Twitter is constantly updated with new info and a glance at what goes on in the Dazzle brain.

I might register for this class...Interesting.

I Can't Find That New Verizon Commercial Anywhere.

Has anyone seen that new Verizon wireless TV commercial where the dude pours all the ice cream sprinkles all over the counter? I can't find that video anywhere! It seriously makes me laugh every time i watch it. If anyone knows where I can see it, hit me up with a link.

Just talked to our man FLO yesterday on the phone. The dude is on the move! First off, anyone who has not downloaded the new podcast, make sure you hit that up. It is yet another solid production. Check it out HERE! Recently Flo has been throwing down in Chicago at the Kenetic Playground and get this, the man also did a Swine FLU rave at Mt. Holyoke. How dope is that? Who knew a face mask could be so fashionable along with the Fonz tee and Allen Cap. Finally, Flo and his boy Jonesy were also spinning at the Virgin Mobile Brittany Spears & Pussycat Dolls VIP party. Exciting stuff, were hoping to get our boy here to Buffalo soon. Keep listening.

Orders are being placed this week.

Always,

Chest

Flo brought Dazzle to Mohegan Sun.

Jonesy killing at Mt. Holyoke Swine FLU rave.

The Ellicott Cap takes great photos.

Thank you, Thank you

Wow! I am amazed by everyone that has been hitting us up to help spread the Dazzle word all over the nation. I really can't express how much everyone at Dazzle appreciates this. Anyone who responded to the previous blog post; this week I will be sending out some materials for you to pass out along with stickers to plaster all over town. Anyone still interested in lending a helping hand can still email me at any time at:

au.glenn@gmail.com

On another appreciative note; Dazzle Me Formal has sold out of the Colvin Cap! This is amazing and I hope that everyone loves their cap as much as we love it. The Colvin Cap has become a staple to all of us in Dazzle and everything we do would not be possible without any of you. Keep an eye out for the Colvin Cap to make a comeback! Expect the unexpected.

Let's keep the good vibe going...This week we passed 100 followers via Twitter! Our account is roughly a month old and we have reached a milestone. Remember, Twitter is the only way to see constant Dazzle updates and news. Along with the occasional sarcastic joke or remark. It is fun and entertaining for all of us and I hope we can get more followers!

Hit us up on Twitter!

And to cap off a solid upcoming week, on Friday, our main man, Seabass will be coming back into town! Brett and myself will pick that chump up from the airport and get the vibe going. A lot has been going on at Dazzle, and it is all exciting! Just so you can try to grasp this statement, I had 33 emails yesterday from Bass, Brett, Arjun and Corey. We are GRINDING for you!

Oh and the BMW is toast!

Always,

Chest

Arjun rocking the recently sold out Colvin Cap is Australia!

Corey conquered that BMW.

Dazzle Wants You!

Everyone! We need your help. If you live in the United States of America, Dazzle Me Formal would love for you to help spread some love. We have a surplus of stickers and flyers that need to get into that hands of our friends throughout the country. We would love to hear from anyone who is willing to show support and pass out some flyers and sticker their hometown or even their skate deck. E-mail me!

au.glenn@gmail.com

-please include full name and address to get some materials!

Along with that, Dazzle has done some spring cleaning and inventory today. The web store has been coordinated with our current inventory and as always, keep on the look out for new revisions and additions to any aspect of Dazzle.

Hit us up on Twitter! This is the only was to constantly know what Dazzle is up to along with an insight into what is going on behind the scenes with new product and innovations.

Make sure to say hey to Seabass if anyone is checking out the HoneyHoney tour with Gavin Degraw.

Always,

Chest

Inventory & materials. Hit us up for some!

Gavin from backstage.