New Vans Peacoat Chukkas

These arrived today; classic Vans Chukka shape in a peacoat-style wool, complete with anchor buttons attatched to a strap round each heel. I like the nautical theme, the material translates well onto a shoe, and I think the navy and black is a strong combination, regardless of what Grazia magazine might tell me..

Feeling Faint..

There's something almost perfect about this video. Put yourself in the kid's position; this is your first big television opportunity, you've been singing for years and you've finally been given the platform to show off your talents; you really don't want to mess it up. You've washed your hair, and even though it's a bit fluffy and silly, at least you feel clean and fresh. You've borrowed your older brother's all-white suit; it's a little on the big side, but it makes you feel like P. Diddy. The only problem is, the pressure's all getting a bit much now, and when the presenter does that excited grin, and there's an awkward delay before the music starts, it all gets the better of you..

It's just so funny, and you can see it all in the girl's face as well. He's doomed from the start, staggering around in front of the camera like a fool, and when he finally gives way she hardly even reacts; she's so ready to continue on her own. Behind her lifeless eyes you can almost see the words "Sam you dick, don't you ruin this for me.." And the fall is so incredible too! You couldn't ask for a better way to collapse; at almost the instant the music kicks in he falls forward, in one of the most spectacular displays of timing I have ever seen. Then he tries to stand and ends up in this odd, bouncy limbo before hurtling back the other way for a second crash. It just couldn't be better, right up until the uncomfortable round-up at the end. The presenter has completely no idea how to deal with it all, but I just applaud him for managing not to laugh. Bravo Sam and Hannah, bravo!

Narnia

Family Portait - Summer 2009