Cosign on lululemon. Their stuff is pricey but I got a simple black zip up jacket (heavy sweatshirt material) that looks extremely sharp, can wear with work trousers and to things like yoga class, were I so inclined, since it's workout gear after all. It's very well made.

Camper also makes some very cute shoes, comfortable, easy to walk in - not dress shoes but great for going around town. I think, if you like very classic, simple shoes that are well made and won't... [more]
posted to Ask Metafilter by citron at 9:18 PM on August 24, 2008

Oh, and a French label, Agnes B. Very simple and classic basics that will last quite a long time and never go out of style. Unfortunately I think they don't make larger sizes if you might need that. But, I can say a t-shirt from there is a wonderful cotton fabric, beautiful slim fit, looks very neat and will not wear out. Same goes for their plain white button-down shirts. You could wear them for years and years. On the pricey side.

As a very good value, LL Bean... [more]
posted to Ask Metafilter by citron at 9:31 PM on August 24, 2008

From religion class when I was in grade school.. stories about drawing crosses and the fish symbol in the dirt, as a secret way of communicating that one was a Christian, are said to have dated back to its earliest years. I don't know if that is historical truth or just legend, but I think it's possible it's been passed on so long that it would be put into practice. Too tired right now to do much research on that I'm afraid. I don't think there's any way whatsoever to verify McCain's story.... [more]
posted to Ask Metafilter by citron at 9:00 PM on August 24, 2008

Amadou and Mariam Je pense à toi
Yo La Tengo The Whole of the Law
posted to Ask Metafilter by citron at 11:46 PM on August 20, 2008

Isolee - Rest and Wearemonster

Labradford Prazision.. basically anything on Kranky Records might be worth checking out. Low, maybe circa Trust and Things We Lost in the Fire, after that Drums and Guns has more beats, Great Destroyer is noisier and more "rock" (I love it)..
Bowery Electric... [more]
posted to Ask Metafilter by citron at 1:07 PM on August 19, 2008

You might also like Nico's Chelsea Girls?

Also just remembered that back when I was into Tortoise and that sort of thing, I quite liked Little Lost Soul by Third Eye Foundation. beats, a bit goth-y, fun stuff..
posted to Ask Metafilter by citron at 1:28 PM on August 19, 2008

Gang Gang Dance God's Money
Brian Eno Another Green World

Yeasayer are pretty great IMHO
posted to Ask Metafilter by citron at 1:53 PM on August 19, 2008

Rhiannon - Fleetwood Mac
Karma Chameleon - Culture Club
Walk Like an Egyptian - The Bangles
posted to Ask Metafilter by citron at 6:46 PM on August 18, 2008

^^^ ROFL. Yeah, get Strategies Against Architecture. Also FLIPPER..
I think all the standbys are on here already but figured I would throw out some more for whoever is interested..

So, what about Soundgarden Superunknown? All the classic rock ppl at my highschool loved it & it's a solid album all the way through. Though like most grunge pretty grim lyrically, that's the trouble. I guess Soundgarden... [more]
posted to Ask Metafilter by citron at 11:45 PM on August 16, 2008 marked best answer

This seems like it's about lashing out in anger, not only depression - it is so important that you acquiesce to the demand to not give her any gifts, that she can't even accept a personal item from your daughter? Honestly my take on your wife is that she is comfortable feeling terrible and wrong, and if you try to do anything to change that, she is afraid of it, and when people are afraid, some of them lash out and get mean, which includes refusing a gift from their own child.... [more]
posted to Ask Metafilter by citron at 10:49 PM on August 11, 2008 marked best answer

"Days of Wine and Roses" (film) -> "Days of Wine and Roses" (album by the Dream Syndicate) -> "Days of Swine and Roses" (song by My Life with the Thrill Kill Kult)

"Mildred Pierce" (film) -> "Mildred Pierce" (song by Sonic Youth)

"Alphaville" (film by Godard) -> Alphaville (band)
posted to Ask Metafilter by citron at 1:21 PM on August 9, 2008

You didn't do anything wrong or anything to be embarrassed about, at all.
I had no idea there was a difference between a go-go dancer and a "gentlemen's club" dancer, and if your boss doesn't frequent these clubs he probably has no idea either. So.. if you told him now that you were a dancer at a gentlemen's club, his reaction might be.. "huh? you already told me that." Anyway I think you should tell your boss the truth about this client and his behavior, and... [more]
posted to Ask Metafilter by citron at 1:00 PM on August 9, 2008

Cassis is blackberry, that couldn't have been it. The Teisseire Anise syrup might be a good bet.. going to see if I can find some myself! that sounds delicious!
posted to Ask Metafilter by citron at 10:02 AM on August 3, 2008

Salvia makes a great point. Wear whatever knock around clothes you want at home, but consider that your appearance in the workplace makes an impression on those around you, and investing in some good clothes is likely to be a financial advantage to you in the long run, because it is one more thing that will help you move up the ladder, thus, get more money. Unless, of couse, you are in one of those peculiar science or IT workplaces where the culture is, you would be taken LESS seriously if you... [more]
posted to Ask Metafilter by citron at 12:51 AM on August 3, 2008

BTW, I don't know about a bunch of bloggers, but Suze Orman, as over-the-top as she can seem, says some pretty savvy things in her books about psychological attitudes toward money & definitely addresses issues like feeling guilty & not deserving to have any wealth. So, I recommend.

Maybe it would make you feel better if you asked yourself, "What's the worst that can happen?" (reasonable answers only, eg, job loss, disability, some sort of act of nature... [more]
posted to Ask Metafilter by citron at 1:05 AM on August 3, 2008

So the landlord can't legally charge you for anything re: the parking space. You could tell him, if he has evidence of who *was* responsible for vandalism in the building parking lot, he should take that evidence to law enforcement.

It seems like whatever annoying stuff he is doing is completely irrelevant to the issue in question: how to get a new tenant accepted on the lease.

**What does the lease specifically say about a tenant subletting?... [more]
posted to Ask Metafilter by citron at 12:22 AM on August 3, 2008

Also read DC tenant law re: breaking your lease, and read what your lease says about breaking your lease. Seriously, pay no attention to his mind games and "using stuff against you." The law does not care about that. But if he is trying to "build a case" to do something, please, know the law and know what your lease says, and document each thing he says to you - don't get emotionally upset about it, just document what he said and the date, and if there... [more]
posted to Ask Metafilter by citron at 12:31 AM on August 3, 2008

I immediately thought it could be Trick Daddy Take it to da house. It's from Miami after all..
posted to Ask Metafilter by citron at 1:14 PM on July 28, 2008

From a US perspective, attitude toward money.. I guess most everyone worries about money.. but talking a lot about those who have more money in kind of a resentful way, feels like a class identifier to me, as does something like going to a restaurant and remarking how much things cost on the menu and fretting out loud about getting a good value for your money there. Seems like it is bad form to do that, so even if you mentally calculate and think you'd better get a cheap drink and one of the... [more]
posted to Ask Metafilter by citron at 12:15 PM on July 26, 2008

Crystal City is booooooring.. ditto for Rosslyn.. There's always Court House/Clarendon in Arlington (night life, easy to get around, safe, very yuppie IMHO).. in the city, I know some people who live in Shaw/Mount Vernon Square, more affordable and close to Chinatown (nightlife) but still not the safest part of the city. Same goes for Columbia Heights/Petworth, I'm just saying, if you're new to the city and everyone is like, it's no trouble, don't worry, you'll be fine.. .. maybe people have... [more]
posted to Ask Metafilter by citron at 11:00 AM on July 26, 2008

I would advise against Georgetown.. it is cool for shopping but not really nightlife hotspots.. and very expensive.. and there is no metro.

The vicinity of U St/Cardozo metro station sounds like #1 ideal in my opinion. Bars, nightclubs, local music, plus the 9:30 club where a lot of really well known bands play, some good restaurants, young people, so much going on, and from that metro station it is a straight shot on the Yellow Line to Crystal City.... [more]
posted to Ask Metafilter by citron at 11:09 AM on July 26, 2008

Wire still rule
No Age seem to be big with people I know who are really into the punk rock
Homostupids
The Apes are pretty awesome
Daughters
Black Lips
posted to Ask Metafilter by citron at 9:28 PM on July 24, 2008

What a great question! I have this trouble as well - can't bear to watch a lot of sitcoms or comedies for this reason. One of the worst for me is something that is trying to be philosophical and intense, and instead is IMHO simply awful, for example toward the end of the film I about wanted to reach through the screen and kill Bill myself just to get him to STFU. I'm finding the best way to get around this is to step back a bit and find something that's interesting about it, and focus on that,... [more]
posted to Ask Metafilter by citron at 10:08 AM on July 19, 2008

Toccara, Vogue Italia, this month. I don't think this link has all the pictures, if you can find the magazine I think there are more in this editorial. She lost at America's Top Model, I'm not sure why, but she is in Vogue, and who the heck knows where the other ladies from that season have ended up as far as modeling careers go. I have nothing to say about flaws whatsoever, she's gorgeous.
posted to Ask Metafilter by citron at 1:44 AM on July 19, 2008 marked best answer

Doc Martens boots and laces.. some colors had different significations, skinhead, anti-racist..
posted to Ask Metafilter by citron at 11:29 PM on July 17, 2008

Nina Nastasia This Is What It Is (this is just her and the guitar.. the album version is more complex and really great..)

Luna Double Feature (someone playing guitar.. but the real song is playing in the background, so.. check it out)
posted to Ask Metafilter by citron at 11:19 PM on July 17, 2008

Zhané!!! Groove Thang, Hey Mr DJ
Lucy Pearl Dance Tonight
Lauryn Hill That Thing

Pavement Range Life

cosign: MGMT Electric Feel
posted to Ask Metafilter by citron at 8:15 PM on July 16, 2008

She has her own blog now.. :)

I bet it's from H&M because she gets a lot of things there, plus I seem to recall they had a LOT of stuff in that color last fall.. however, I don't think they have it now. I think it's a rayon blend, going by the kind of scarf they usually have.

I have bought raw silk scarves from sellers on eBay who import items from Thailand, here's a gold one, I haven't personally bought from this seller.. mine are from... [more]
posted to Ask Metafilter by citron at 9:14 PM on July 14, 2008

Here's another.. and one more again, YMMV far as the sellers go as I haven't shopped there.. :) Again I love mine but they are very thin and lightweight, it's not the kind of item you could keep and wear for many many years, just a fun trendy thing.... [more]
posted to Ask Metafilter by citron at 9:23 PM on July 14, 2008

Is it necessary to practice your craft luxuriously? It was a particular word to use which made me wonder, if there were a way for you to purchase what's needed for your project without going so far as to buy the most expensive, top of the line. It's your call..

The other thing you must know about yourself is, when you plan and take on a big project, are you able to complete it and improve upon your craft in the process? Or are you considering going... [more]
posted to Ask Metafilter by citron at 4:50 PM on July 13, 2008

No, not going to move. I like my full time job, but have only had this one for about two months, it's a progressive nonprofit so the pay is not high compared to other places, but that's the trade off. I think a part of this question is also trying to find a way to occupy some of my free time in a productive way, the possibilities are overwhelming and it's too easy to just go out and spend money in the evenings, honestly.
posted to Ask Metafilter by citron at 3:02 PM on July 13, 2008

I am *very unhappy* doing freelance in a comfy chair.
posted to Ask Metafilter by citron at 3:55 PM on July 13, 2008

I work for a progressive organization and I believe in the mission of the organization, so I want to work here, but the pay is not terrific. I had a job in this field for a couple years previously and switched not long ago. The pay scale is similiar to a lot of nonprofits in DC. It doesn't mean I am in the wrong field. I think I would *enjoy* the right kind of second job. But I could get by fine without taking one instead of taking one I would hate and would make me unhappy.... [more]
posted to Ask Metafilter by citron at 4:04 PM on July 13, 2008

Also.. I could totally spend less. One of my plans for doing that was to occupy some of my time at a second job! That way I wouldn't spend it, er, spending money. I've done a bit of retail work before and though some of it sucked, sometimes it was fun, and interesting, and left me with quite a few entertaining stories to tell. I did check on taxes and fortunately or unfortunately, I have plenty of leeway for the next tax bracket, no worries on that one. :)

Thank you... [more]
posted to Ask Metafilter by citron at 4:09 PM on July 13, 2008

I don't know the procedures for this but is there some way to be a whistleblower or file a complaint with the proper authorities about the unsafe equipment? That is no joke.
posted to Ask Metafilter by citron at 2:03 PM on July 13, 2008

Er, I mean of course you know it is no joke, just a figure of speech here, but, there must be some way to make sure the alarm is raised so that this situation doesn't continue until someone is seriously injured or killed.
posted to Ask Metafilter by citron at 2:04 PM on July 13, 2008

Looking back, as much as I grumbled about how uncool it was for formerly obscure indie bands to be on Alternative Nation/120 Minutes or god forbid, the Buzz Bin.. I really appreciate that in the early 90's you'd see women on that channel who played in bands instead of just stuff like the f***ing Pussycat Dolls. I mean we had Liz Phair, Veruca Salt, the Breeders, Belly, Elastica, Hole, Juliana Hatfield, PJ Harvey, Sonic Youth..

Since then I've come to appreciate a lot... [more]
posted to Ask Metafilter by citron at 11:49 AM on July 13, 2008

I write this as I'm listening to Daft Punk who released Homework in 1997.. and have been sampled like crazy lately and performed live onstage with Kanye at the Grammys this year. Stuff that seems to have kind of died out and will doubtless be revived some day: nu-metal/rap-rock (ugh), math rock. Something that probably won't: major labels throwing a ton of money to sign relatively obscure independent bands (Royal Trux FTW). I guess a more particular thing is the sheer... [more]
posted to Ask Metafilter by citron at 12:21 PM on July 13, 2008

PJ Harvey - Driving
Breeders - Drivin' on 9
Elastica - Car Song
posted to Ask Metafilter by citron at 10:03 AM on July 12, 2008

Oops, didn't refresh before posting. :)

Liz Phair - Johnny Sunshine
Rihanna - Shut Up and Drive
posted to Ask Metafilter by citron at 10:15 AM on July 12, 2008

Go to AS220..
and/or the Black Rep downtown Providence.

For pancakes etc I loooove the Modern Diner, Pawtucket..
posted to Ask Metafilter by citron at 3:18 PM on July 10, 2008

Do you need to do this online? It seems like.. you want to talk frankly about what you do and who you are, in a way that would make it quite easy to identify you without even doing much searching, but you want to have this discussion online with a bunch of strangers? It seems like you are going to have to rely on their trust because even if you took the time to create a completely untraceable account and such, that would be pointless, as the very nature of what you said would make it easy to... [more]
posted to Ask Metafilter by citron at 9:27 PM on July 8, 2008

hoagie back home (western PA)
posted to Ask Metafilter by citron at 5:20 PM on July 8, 2008

Well if she can't take your deposit what is she going to do? I wouldn't pay esp since the carpet was not in great shape to start. I say don't pay her, forget it.
posted to Ask Metafilter by citron at 4:55 PM on July 8, 2008

Also she had no business sending in cleaners while your lease was still in effect given that you paid to rent the place until the end of June, and again I have no idea why you should pay for normal wear and tear on a carpet, I wouldn't even admit you think you ought to pay something, no way. She's not going to take you to court.. but I guess hold on to your paperwork just in case, but I really doubt it.
posted to Ask Metafilter by citron at 4:58 PM on July 8, 2008

I like Stash brand teas "Lemon Ginger" flavor or just plain ginger tea from Asian markets, though the lemon is the best IMHO. Ginger has a pretty good kick that ought to wake you up, but it's very healthy, no caffeine at all. I don't know if it would hurt your stomach or not? I think no, but ymmv..
posted to Ask Metafilter by citron at 10:23 PM on July 7, 2008

A stan?
posted to Ask Metafilter by citron at 10:17 PM on July 7, 2008

Hayden-Harnett has some stylish bags and the ones on sale can probably fit in your price range, some of them. They have pretty good sales - sign up for their mailing list for the link to sale items before they're listed on the public site.
posted to Ask Metafilter by citron at 10:15 PM on July 7, 2008

The #1 person I would note is Anwon Glover aka Slim Charles, who was not a professional actor before being on the show, he was/is a DJ (I don't hear him on the radio as much lately) and in a go-go band (Backyard Band) here in DC. He's really talented, I had no idea this was the first show he was on.

Method Man aka Cheese (Prop Joe's nephew) also not a professional actor, I guess you could say, but was in some acting roles before.

Melvin... [more]
posted to Ask Metafilter by citron at 11:11 PM on July 2, 2008

I love these kinds of questions.. Indie rock/math rock from my college radio days -->
Unwound "Corpse Pose"
Circus Lupus, "Blue Baby"
The Monorchid, "Oral Fixation Anonymous"
Slint "Nosferatu Man"
June of 44 "Of Information and Belief"
Velocity Girl "Sorry Again"
Scrawl "The Garden Path"
Smog "Sleepy... [more]
posted to Ask Metafilter by citron at 9:31 PM on July 2, 2008