2009. What a year, the end of decade. A big ol’ mess and a big ol’ party. This was a weird one, from lots of insane, fun fashion, to a health care mess and no money all around we at least had fun poking fun. Octomom, Sarah Palin’s book, Tiger Woods, lots of loss and Zach Galifinakis. We seemed to have the best luck laughing at ourselves and keeping it humble. So, in that vein, let’s dive in, fashion first and see what we come up with. Hop along and let’s see where we end up. Look out, ’10!!!

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Jeremy Scott’s Flintstones Collection

Anytime you can dress in Jeremy Scott and pay hommage to the one, the only, moi, that’s a win/win. But seriously, this was a great, fun and silly collection by one of my favorite designers.

C’Mon Son!!

And speaking of me, I had to include one of my absolute favorite things of 2009/one of the most useable phrases of the year… “C’mon Son!” Power 105 resident and Yo, MTV Raps alum, Ed Lover uses a cardboard sign better than the guy on 14th street who claims his family was killed by ninjas (you know him). From Young Bird to Tiger Woods, from Tila Tequila to the balloon boy, Ed Lover knows exactly who to rag on and when to throw up his sign. For future reference, most of my popular culture news comes from this man alone (to be fair, Michael K or DListed is my other OG source).

A morir by Kerin Rose

Meanwhile Cottontail fam, and my own platonic hand holder and best friend Kerin Rose, has pretty much taken the eyewear world by storm this year. In case you haven’t seen her magnanimous work on the eyes of New York’s glitterati and on her own fine self, you may have seen them on a TV, in a magazine or in a live show near you. Her creations have graced the faces of Rihanna, Mariah Carey, Katy Perry, Snoop Dogg and Lady Gaga.

Lady Gaga

Speaking of Lady Gaga, this really was her year, wasn’t it? Her cray cray latex ass was everywhere, from playing at suicide at the VMAs, to getting caught in a bad romance, wearing a sparking metal brassiere and meeting the queen of England with tranny make up on. No matter how you feel about Ms. Gaga, you have to give respect for the gurrr’s hustle. Worrrrk.

Jay Z’s Empire State of Mind

The song heard most often out of open windows while walking own the street? Check. The soundtrack to Lil’ Mama’s forever ingrained moment of insane disgrace? Check. The anthem of 2009? Big ol’ bold check. Well played, Jay, well played.

Michael Jackson

The day Michael passed has already become a signpost of our generation, with people comparing stories of where they were when they heard the news, what they did that night and how they celebrated the life of one of a handful of true legends. We were all fortunate to have been blessed by his talents and tender heart. We miss you.

DJ AM

And, although the summer of 2009 was a hard time on lots of us, as we lost so many who were dear to us, we remember another shining light, Adam Goldstein. Not only a trailblazer but a man who cared about community and helping those in need. A friend, an inspiration and a pure hearted person, you left us too soon.

District 9

And you thought prawns were just delicious over grits with bacon. Think again! They are towering alien freaks, taking over the slums of South Africa, against their will, teaching their children good morals while devouring cat food and using weapons cooler than every pimply-faced tweenage Star Wars fan could imagine. This was an eye-popping gem and I talked about it for days after it was over. Well, played, Peter Jackson, you sly fox, you.

Major Lazer

Never has the act of  “daggering” been so closely associated with sloppy Adult Swim fans who enjoy a good public access spoof. If you have no idea what I’m talking about you should probably get involved with Tim & Eric, Awesome Show, Great Job, or maybe just Eric Warheim’s “Pon di Floor” video. Or maybe just Diplo and Switch.

Roxy’s Playhouse

Oh, and talking about Diplo reminds me of the illest new venue/party of the year in Brooklyn at Roxy’s very own Roxy’s Playhouse. Diplo, Drama and Eli Escobar DJ’d and Maluca performed and if you weren’t there, then shucks, I guess you’ll have to wait till something this insane pops off next year. Or you could just watch Tone’s video of it here.  Either way, enjoy and Happy New Year, rabbittos!!

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xoxo

-Pebbles

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