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As you know music has always played a big part of the blog - so, I will leave you with this final song by my fav band of all time - you guessed it YYY's.

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Its Friday!!! And Summer's here

I've been painting the outside of the shop with the glorious sun shining and The Smiths playing very loudly. Perfect. Happy Friday x

Its Friday!!!

Highlights from 2009

Vampire Weekend play Friday

Glastonbury takes place this weekend and it also celebrates it's 40th anniversary this summer. Hope the sun shines for all you music lovers and you get to see all your fav bands, discover new bands, make new friends, witness the strange and wonderful and basically have the best weekend of your life. For those of us not going, at least we've got BBC2 for highlights. Enjoy and Happy Friday x

ITs Friday!!!

Football can be an emotional game, full of ups and downs. So, if your male friend becomes over emotional, do give him a shoulder to cry on and offer to buy him some chip or another pint. Hopefully this will do the trick. If all fails and he really is inconsolable then you will need to be tough, play him this song and tell the old boy to pull himself together. Football aside, enjoy this tune and wicked video. Happy Friday x

World Cup - Yay or Nay?

COME ON ENGLAND

The 2010 FIFA World Cup starts today. Some of you ladies may be just as excited as the male population but some of you may just find the whole thing as dull as having a conversation with David Beckam. My advice? Well there are lots of things you can do with the girls if the man in your life is out or at home watching England play - like:

- Go see that french flick you've been dying to see with mate and buy the biggest box of popcorn

- Get the girls over and do some proper pampering from head to toe. The list continues.

But my advice would be try and get involved! Football is v. easy to understand. Ask someone to explain a couple of the main rules including the offside rule, it really is quite a simple game to follow AND very exciting too. Especially the World Cup with its different teams, fans with their colourful banners, flags and chants and the often enthusiastic and energetic goal celebrations.

Here's a link to the offside rule to help get you started.

http://www.offside-ref.co.uk/laws/11-offside-rule/detailed/

Even if you don't fully get it so what? The atmosphere in your local will be awesome! So, go on, join in on the fun and learn these 3 important words: COME ON ENGLAND

Mmmmmm........ Gorgeous new things

Sewing Machine £12.00

My Secret Diary £15.00

I Heart New York £12.00

Time To Treasure £18.00

Rose Locket £16.99

Check what new bling we have - perfect for summer dressing. Some you'll recognise - back by popular demand and some are totally new and adorable. On line and in store now.

Its Friday!!!

Oh the sun is shining and Brighton is buzzing. Summer is finally here! Yay! I love this tune by Camera Obscura, its got such a happy feel to it! Love the vid too - sunny days in Paris, how romantic!!! Enjoy and Happy Friday x

Its Friday!!!

I played this track by The Drums a while back. I'm gonna play it again as it really is the perfect summer track. Enjoy and Happy Friday x

Oh lovely Owls

Soooooo cute!

Check how cute these Owls are. Hand knitted by lovely Amy Lecomber, these darlings come in 4 different sizes, some come with wee bows, all come with that sweet wide eyed look, making them simply adorable. Prices start from £10.00. In store now!!!

ITs Friday!!!

I love this tune and the video never fails to make me smile. Hope you're all enjoying the sunshine. Happy Friday x

Lovely new things.......... coming soon

Molly Tee

Peach Floral Shorts

Cosmic Kittens Tee

Pastel Skirt

Kaleidescope Eyes vest

Expect to see some awesome new "bits" in the shop in the next few weeks. Here's a sneaky preview - super 80's Tees, must have floral shorts, cute as hell mini's and adorable playsuits (sorry not shown) We can't wait!!!

ITs Friday!!!

The Phenomenal Hand Clap Band are just some of the bands playing at Great Escape Brighton this weekend. With the Brighton Festival and Fringe well under way, Brighton is truly rocking this weekend! To everyone going to the Great Escape, hope you all have a super time!!! And for everyone else HAPPY FRIDAY BABY!!!

Gorillaz

Did anyone see Gorillaz on Later with Jools Holland last week? They did about 4 tunes but this was my fav. Bobby Womack, Mos Def, Mick Jones and Paul Simonon on one stage - what a fxxxing line up!!!

MIA - Born Free

Controversial? Thought provoking? You decide

MIA's new tune Born Free was released digitally last Monday and removed from Youtube on the same day. The track is awesome and the video is full on to say the least. Whatever your reaction may be towards this video, you can't ignore the harsh ethnic cleansing message. MIA is one of the very few English speaking artists bringing political awareness to music right now. Read her family history and you will learn her early years were filled with war, persecution and displacement. No one can ignore what she has to say and you simpley can not deny what she has to say is for real. To me "Maya" is a genius and an inspiration and I can't wait until 28th June when the album's released.

I loved the film "Walk The Line" Johnny Cash is an absolute legend. Love the beginning of this clip too - he was soooooo Punk Rock! Love it. Happy Friday x

Glee Madonna Episode

Did anyone see Glee - the Madonna Episode last night? It was utterly hilarious, totally engaging and so well done! Loved all the songs they used. The Borderline and Open Your Heart mash up was brilliant, 4 Minutes in the Auditorium was superb and Sue Sylvester's Vogue was just

classic. Glee and Madge - my two fav things, does'nt come any better than that!

Real Patisserie is Awesome

HEAVEN!

If you have'nt been to the Real Patisserie on Trafalger St, Brighton, then you've got to go like, NOW! They do the freshest Baguettes, to die for Almond Croissants, and the most delicious Pastries. All their products are made on the premises in Brighton too! Check it http://www.realpatisserie.co.uk/ Soooooo good!!!

Robert Harding Saved My Mac

I was faced with a problem with my beloved MacBook last week. It made a clicking noise, and a white screen appeared with a question mark in the middle - BAD SIGN! I took my Mac to Robert Harding Computers Ltd in Hove and they fixed the problem in less than 24 hours. Not only is the service superb, the guys - Robert and Gordon are real gents, very professional and totally charming. I highly recommend them! Heres a link to their website http://www.rh-computers.com/

Thanks again guys!

Its Friday!!!

I was about 11 yrs old when I went to see "Breakdance"  I came out the cinema wanting to break and join a crew you would'nt believe!  Love this scene, awesome tune too.  Happy Friday x

Its Friday!!!

This Friday's tune is in memory of Mr Malcom McLaren. Wicked tune. Awesome video. Top man. Legend.

Malcolm McLaren RIP

Malcom McLaren was well known for a number of famous projects - manager of Sex Pistols, New York Dolls, Bow Wowo Wow, co owner of the shop "SEX" with his then girlfriend Vivienne Westwood, released the album "Duck Rock" which bought hip hop to a wider audience in the UK, but to name a few. The man was a genius, a trendsetter and full of ideas. McLaren once said " I make ideas happen that can change lives" and how he did indeed. I don't care what anyone says, but without him there would be no "Sex Pistols" without the Sex Pistols there would be no "Anarchy in the UK" one of the most influential and important records in rock music history. Respect.

Show Toons

I spent part of my Bank Hol eve watching " The 100 Greatest Musicals" Loved every moment - apart from "Chitty Chitty Bang Bang" never got it! But my fav musical which came in at 5 or 6 was "Cabaret" Oh how I love that film. In my opinion, Liza Minnelli gives one of the best performances I have ever seen in film - absolutely phenomenal!!! I tried to post up some scenes from Youtube but they were" disabled by request" If you have never seen "Cabaret" you got to check it or simply type in "Liza Minnelli - Mein Herr"on YT, simply one of the best scenes in any musical.

Its Good Friday!!!

So the Libs are doing a reunion for Reading and Leeds. Lib fans must be beside themselves! No doubt the set will be wicked, the atmosphere awesome! Lets celebrate Easter with this classic. Happy Good Friday x

This week I'm liking......... Rosson Crow

Fabulous Crow

Buck Owens Trophy Room

Five Minutes Late and Two Bucks Short at the Cha Cha

Koenig House

Live in the Black Pussy

Rosson Crow is known for her exuberant large-scale depictions of nostalgia-laden interiors that blend historical allusion and theatrical illusion. The paintings evoke the good times of yesteryear. Her paintings are inspired by diverse references – Baroque and Rococo interior design, cowboy culture, Las Vegas architecture, theatre and music.

Crow says she paints in large strokes and chooses a frenetic palette of colours for the performing aspects of painting. She couldn't couldn't be a country-western singer (her first choice) or an actress (her second); she had to go with her talent, which is painting.

She finishes her paintings by slinging red and white slashes of glossy enamel over the surface. These, she says, are "my strokes of bravado."

For her "Texas Crude" opening at White Cube, her London gallery, earlier this year, she wore 1880's

Deadwood attire, a cinched-waist, floor-length, proper Western schoolmarm dress. But she has also been known to don showgirl attire for first nights.

While she may not have known what she was going to say at her lecture a day before she took the stage, she had her frock picked out days in advance. Our kind of gal!

New Things - Lovely!!!

Floral Tee £33.00

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Jenny £37.00

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Betty Shorts £36.50

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Ziggy Tee £30.00

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Love Arts Tee £30.00

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Cat Tee £30.00

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Rosie Legginggs £26.50

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Anchor Dress £37.50

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Space Hoodie £39.99

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Lizzy £37.50

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Candy Deep Grey £28.00

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Hello Shiny Style

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Mama San's super necklaces is featured in the recent Shiny Style blog. We likey!!! Check it - Click on link http://www.shinystyle.tv/2010/03/charming_it_this_seasons_best.html?pic=2#gallery

ITS FRIDAY!!!

I watched "Pretty in Pink" again for the first time in ages. It was a cold, rainy Thursday at my little Sis's drinking tea and eating chips - a perfect afternoon! This scene with Ducky is classic - love it! Happy Friday x

ITS FRIDAY!!!

Soooo loving Crystal Stilts at the mo. You gotta check their album "Alight the night" If you like Jesus and the Mary Chain and The Velvets then this is for you. Sounds best LOUD - so crank it up. Happy Friday xxx

ITS FRIDAY!!!

I totally adored Olivia Newton John when I was a girl. After watching "Greece" I wanted skinny black spandex bottoms and a black body. Then after Xanadu I wanted white roller boots. This song brings back so many memories of my younger years and the song still sounds fabulous today. Happy Friday xxx

OUI OUI OUI

Fuschia Oui Tote £7.50

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Grey Oui Sweat £35

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Blue Oui Tote £8.50

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Purple Oui Sweat £35

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We at Mama San have been loving the whole French/ Paris theme for quite some time now. This is why I'm so excited about this new "OUI" collection from Jojo and Mac. These babies come in cosy Sweats and gorgeous Totes. Choose from a selection of glorious colours. In store and online now! Super cute and gotta get one? OUI OUI OUI !!!

NME Awards

Congrats to Jamie T for winning the NME awards for Best Solo Artist. I've have been following Mr T since the early days - back when he played smaller venues like Sumo bar, where he would give out mix tapes. Jamie's a super talented young man and I'm super happy for him. Heres one of Jamie doing an acoustic version of one of his classic tunes! Totally raw, totally Brilliant!

London Fashion Week - My fav picks

Erdem

Jenny Packham

Paul Smith

Nathan Jenden

Christopher Kane

Mulberry

Vivienne Westwood

Future Classics

Eley Kishimoto

Holly Fulton

Hannah Marshall

Jean Pierre Braghanza

Paul Costelloe