Tristan George

Geeky Home Decor With Jordandené

By Tristan George August 29, 2018

“Geek chic” isn’t just a way of dressing anymore: it’s a lifestyle. Devoted fans live and breathe nerd culture nowadays. We travel all over for conventions, we permanently tattoo our bodies, we stay up for nights waiting both in and online for the smallest glimpse at the next big thing from our fandom. So, why wouldn’t we want to share our love of it all with pride in our homes? Why isn’t geeky home decor as common as it should be nowadays?

If you’re looking for subtle-but-adorable ways to add a touch of fandom to your home, look no further. Jordandené has you covered, with your favorite hand-lettered designs available in more than just shirts! Here are some easy ways to geek up your home with their products:

Your Favorite Heroes Rock Red Lipstick. You Should, Too!

By Tristan George August 26, 2018

If you know me, you know I am rarely– if ever– seen without red lipstick. Taylor Swift, circa 2012, made it look so easy for my high school self to get into. Tracee Ellis Ross assured me I’m not crazy for breaking it out even in the most casual settings. (Red lips at the gym? An actual queen.) Here I am now, an adult woman that will skip several days of washing her hair but won’t leave the house without a red balm at the very least. It makes me feel as pretty as I do empowered and brightens up my face better than any blush ever could.

As someone who has tried every brand, shade, and finish in the books, I truly wonder why people are still so scared of red lipstick. I’ve heard every excuse out there: “It’s too high-maintenance!” “I feel like a clown!” “It looks weird with my hair/skin/features!” Red lips date back to as early as 3000 B.C., so don’t think it’s going away anytime soon. Your shade is out there, you just haven’t found it yet.

If you’re on the fence about rocking red, I’m not going to try to convince you anymore. I’ll let these badass ladies do it instead:

Fictional Style Icon: Miriam Maisel

By Tristan George August 23, 2018

“Everything with Midge starts with an accessory.” It wasn’t very long before Miriam Maisel’s mother, Rose, spoke this truth that I realized how extraordinary the fashion is in The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel. Of course, I shouldn’t have expected anything else from a show centered around an Upper West Side-dwelling 50’s housewife. But, Miriam Maisel– or Midge, as we so affectionately hear her referred to as– still showed out in everything I wanted and more.

Perhaps it’s her funny-girl persona that makes everything about Midge’s wardrobe stand out on screen. Or, perhaps it’s because Rachel Brosnahan just rocks the styles so well. Seriously, it looks like she was plucked right out of the era and sent to us in a time machine. Whatever it is, I’m here for it. I’m here for Miriam Maisel and her wit, her talent, her hard work, and her impeccable wardrobe. (And I don’t care that I’m late to the game this time. I’m just happy I joined in at all.)

Men & Unisex Geek Chic Fashion Picks

By Tristan George August 19, 2018

Geek girl fashion is seemingly endless in this day and age. Whether you prefer shopping with small Etsy store or frequent major retailers like ModCloth and Hot Topic, there are options and they are almost everywhere. And these options are wonderful if you lean into the title of “geek girl”. But recently, it hit me that fashionable options that aren’t traditionally “feminine” are scarce. After all, the majority of my favorite (and the most popular) geek chic brands are known for their dresses, skirts, and women’s cut outwear. So, what does the fashionable geek boy wear? Or the androgynous geek girl? Or the non-binary geek that doesn’t use either of those titles? Why aren’t there more unisex geek chic fashion brands that extend past graphic tees?

I did a little research and was not surprised to find that options were scarce. While that’s a problem this community should certainly get on top of, I was able to find a few diamonds in the rough. So, if you’re in the market for geeky menswear/unisex fashion, consider checking out some of these spots:

Fictional Style Icon: Cersei Lannister

By Tristan George August 16, 2018

Say what you want about Cersei Lannister. Actually, don’t, because she’s my favorite Game of Thrones character.

No, I don’t condone her actions. Yes, she’s out of her damn mind. And yes: I do believe she’s the rightful heir to the throne. And even if she isn’t, guess what? She took it, guys, and she’s capable of doing it all without using big-ass overplayed dragons as an intimidation tactic. It’s hers. Don’t @ me.

Love her, hate her, or straight up wish for her to be beheaded, I don’t care. Just don’t try and tell me Cersei Lannister’s costumes aren’t some of the most gorgeous things you’ve seen on television.

6 Ways To Use Your Jordandené Zipper Bag

By Tristan George August 12, 2018

I cannot believe there was a point in my adult life that I’d completely forgotten about the convenience of zipper pouches. It wasn’t until I started working conventions and using them to transport money from registers that I realized I definitely should not have abandoned this concept after I left high school and needed a million to keep my life in order.

Jordandené just came out with their own version of the bag a few months ago and let me just say I’ve enjoyed every second of using mine. If you’re thinking of picking one up for yourself, here are some ideas on what to use it for!

Fictional Style Icon: Willow Rosenberg

By Tristan George August 9, 2018

I never really got into Buffy The Vampire Slayer, so you can imagine how surprised I was to find out that there’s one topic the fandom is really divided on: Willow’s wardrobe. In fact, Willow Rosenberg herself seems to be divided at times, too:

There’s an entire blog dedicated to what the author calls her “ugly” outfits. I’ve come across several Buzzfeed articles ranking her sweaters, some harsher than others. But there’s also a blog dedicated to praising her style, asking What Would Willow Wear?, and dozens of Pinterest boards and forgotten Polyvore sets on how to get the Willow Rosenberg Look.

So, love it or hate it, Willow has certainly carved her own spot in the world of fictional fashion. Fictional style icons are nothing if not memorable. Let’s take a look at what makes her just that.

Favorite Finds: July 2018

By Tristan George August 5, 2018

It has become clear that geek chic fashion never sleeps. How do I know this, you ask? Well, because, thanks to the geek chic trend that rose in recent years, my wallet is empty and my closet is full. Last month was no different, so, without further ado, here are my favorite geek fashion finds from July:

A Hermione Granger-Approved Shirt of the Month

By Tristan George August 4, 2018

Maybe it’s because the one and only Harry James Potter would have celebrated his 38th birthday on July 31st. Maybe it’s because this summer marked the 20th anniversary of the release of Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone. Maybe it’s because LeakyCon is right around the corner. Or, maybe it’s just because I associate the warm weather with sitting on the beach with one of the seven books. Whatever it is, there’s something about this season that makes me nostalgic for all things Harry Potter. This month, Jordandené is tapping into all of our wizarding world fashion dreams with a shirt of the month that can’t not remind us all the brightest witch of any and every age, Hermione Granger.

Wallets at the ready, Potterheads. You’re seriously going to need this one.

The Sartorial Geek Book Club: Hope Never Dies

By Tristan George August 4, 2018

In case you’re new to the game, The Sartorial Geek has a free, super-cool online community for like-minded geeks to connect. One of the coolest parts of that nerdy network? Our online book club! Like any other book club, we read one book a month and discuss when finished. But, unlike any other book club, we discuss everything online. This not only takes the pressure off of introverted bookworms to go to in-person meetups but also gives you the opportunity to connect with bibliophiles near and far! We just announced this month’s pick and, needless to say, we’re really, really excited about it. We give you Hope Never Dies: An Obama Biden Mystery by Andrew Shaffer.

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“Wait… did you just say Obama Biden Mystery?”