On January 25th I wrote about Artpanthers – how skateboards were being made in school. Here’s an update on where some of those skateboards went.
They went on exhibit at Six Ave Nashville. In their coffee bar.
Skateboarding is sport & art – show us how you keep it stylish on & off the board. And if your skatepark has a coffee bar – that’s way stylish – be sure to share where it is!
Rubytrew shares this pic from a skate park named after Kay Langan, a pioneer of girls skateboarding in Australia. I think skater girls who share other skater girls accomplishments inspire even more girls to try skateboarding! Thanks for sharing Ruby! 
Below Ruby sharing the love of skateboarding – she’s stylish on & off the board.
And she’s inspiring scooter boys too!
UPDATE 5/17 – check out Ruby in Total Girl Magazine – more girls skate when they see girls skating – way to inspire Ruby!
Lindylindy_ says she learned how to drop in the bowl today!!!!! Scariest thing of my life!
Everything that’s new can be scary. To me everything is less scary when I see how it’s done. That’s why I believe more girls skate when they see girls skate. And for sure I believe skateboarding teaches you falling isn’t failing.
Last night was the premiere of adidas’ first full length film. It was packed. This picture is me peeking over the crowd that literally circled the Orpheum Theater in Los Angeles.
Any time you have a large waiting group pandemonium can break out. It stayed chill – all the people around me were in good spirits. And to the guy who suggested the film be shown on a jumbotron so everyone could watch from the streets – that’s a brilliant idea.
The Orpheum Theater on Broadway in downtown Los Angeles is amazing. It opened in 1926 was renovated in 1989 and is currently the most restored of the historical movie palaces in the city. It has a capacity of 2000 – which must have been met last night.
Snoop Dogg introduced the Gonz and everyone else who participated in the making of this film. Somewhere out there is an amazing selfie of the adidas team.
Then it was movie time. Somewhere out there are reviews that will go into a lot of detail – this review isn’t one of those.
Normal people don’t skate like that – the people in this film were both incredibly gifted athletes & artists. adidas also had amazingly talented people behind the cameras and selected fabulous cities that complemented the skaters abilities. The end result is a film that captivates you.
Should you see it – yes. It’s an inspirational film. Not because I think I’ll try some of those tricks – it was definitely one of those films don’t try this at home & never try it alone – but because I want to experience the joy I saw. They weren’t skating for the cameras – they were skating for the love of it and allowed the cameras to be there.
Of all the charismatic people in the film – the stand out for me was Na-Kel Smith
I could be biased because he had my attention from Episode 2 of Far & Away – the making of AwayDays by adidas & Thrasher.
He loves skateboarding and he lives to share the love of skateboarding. That’s what makes skateboarding grow, that’s what inspires me to keep skating & blogging.
I have the mantra – more girls skateboard when they see stylish girls skateboarding & get encouraged – the truth is more people skate when they see people skating and get encouraged.
This film inspires as it shows how universal skateboarding is – all around the world – take your board and skate. You’re not alone when you skate for the love of it – you’ll find your homies who may be skating already or are the people you inspire to skate.
As the skatingfashionista I also want to complement the adidas team for taking some fashion risks. I liked it. There’s no uniform in skateboarding. I saw some sweatpants – some red pants – little camo – some patterned shorts – YES – wearing what you want – that’s stylish on & off the board.
Finally Krispy Kreme – having your doughnut light on & people visibly in the store but the drive thru closed when I’m headed home & needing a doughnut & my mom needed coffee – not cool. The world would be a better place with 24 hour Krispy Kreme drive thrus – so next time please be open.
XOXO skatingfashionista
I first blogged about the Skateboarding Hall of Fame last year
Time flies because May 13, 2016 is the 7th annual Skateboarding Hall of Fame.
The 2016 Inductees are
I’m not able to go tonight – at the National Grove of Anaheim but I’m thankful for the event & thankful to all skaters who share the love of skating.
An extra shout out of congratulations to Cindy Whitehead – she’s been an inspiration to me. When you have time, check out all she does to keep the love of skateboarding growing. Girl is NOT a 4 Letter Word is just one of the rad things she does.
Cindy is an OG pro vert skater & the girl who skated the 405 freeway. I’m proud to know Cindy she does epic shit & inspires the rest of us – congratulations Cindy!
adidas Skateboarding Away Days – not to be confused with Awaydays the 2009 British Film – is adidas’ first feature length skate film.
adidas being involved with skateboarding is nothing new. Some of their team riders – The Gonz considered to be the father of modern street skating – have been with them for over 15 years. Their team is global and this film looks like it will take the viewer around the world.
I’ve watched four of the Making of Away Days videos with Thrasher Magazine and I’m excited for tonight.
Since posting that I’m going to this event – I’ve received some questions on why I’m going when there aren’t any girls in the film. I watch skate videos when I like the skating. To me skateboarding is sport and art. I watch the skater when they capture and hold my attention – I don’t watch a skater because they are a boy or girl.
The messages I heard in the previews and what I hope the film shows is it’s about skating when the vibe is right, it’s about being open to travel and explore, it’s about giving back and inspiring/allowing others to skate, and that there’s more than landing tricks.
Just because I don’t blog about boys skateboarding doesn’t mean I don’t want more boys skateboarding. I want more people skateboarding – seeing that it’s sport & art – I think that’s what adidas wants too – so here’s to seeing the film tonight.
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If you’re unable to attend tonight’s premier in LA the next stops are
To stay update to date for full release be sure to follow adidas on Instagram at adidasskateboarding and be checking out #Away#Days
XOXO skatingfashionista
Skate Like a Girl hosted their 7th Annual Wheels of Fortune in Seattle this past weekend. May 6 – 8th 2016 the city of Seattle & world saw #girlscanskate.
I couldn’t make it but thanks to a number of contributors this post has highlights and links to share.
For a quick highlight video check out this from Skate Like a Girl
Special thanks to all those who sponsored the event – check them out for their pictures.
@alltogetherskatepark @thealliance_wsa @mahfia_tv @etniesskateboarding @evo @evoseattle @sk8rats @sk8rat @meowskateboards @hooplaskate @sillygirlskateboards @theskatewitches @thefoundryclothingco @bluecollarskateboards @em_socks @lovesuja @espn @xgames
Congratulations to @jennsoto_skates above !! Jenn qualified for XGames Women’s Street | Photo: @zoraholivia | @mahfiatv | #wof7 #girlswhoskate
Just how many girls were there in Seattle? From Tara (Arbor Girls) group shots we see a tons of girls participated during the weekend.
Where did these girls come from?
Above skaterrosie shows us Vancouver – British Columbia – Canada.
From Moniz – I see the Minna came from Northern California, Emma also from California and from Florida Meagan.
Kendra made it to Seattle from Texas and got 3rd in intermediate.
Amanda made it where she met & made new homies – Michigan GRO Crew.
Ali originally from Canada made it and shares this collage. She tagged them all so you know they came and likely have more pictures of the fun.
Jewls, Kim, Courtney – who’s birthday was just yesterday 5/9, Christiana, Ali herself, Kat, Minna – row 2 Ali with Pamela, ok these next ones are in the tie dye and on the lawn – Meagan, Ariana, Josinah, Hayley bio says Australia, Breana, Savannah, Una, and Kristin then row 3 Annie, Ellen, Emma, Fabiana, and Sarah
There are also videos of the adventures along the way like this one from Cassie who was traveling with her fellow Silly Girls including Brittney and Brenna.
If you have pictures you want to add to the post just let me know – more girls do skateboard when they see girls skateboarding and we encourage each other.
If you didn’t make it this year – there’s next year May 5 – 7, 2017. And don’t forget to check out the films/trailers presented at Mahfia TV’s Girlz Nite Out/Wheels of Fortune Welcome Party @dayslikethesefilm @girlskateindia + sneak peak of #quityourdayjobvid!
Till next time keep it stylish on & off the board.
XOXO skatingfashionista
UPDATE from Kim at Mahfia TV on May 14th
UPDATE from Kim at Mahfia TV on May 17th
As promised, photo coverage from the rest of the WOF weekend activities. Friday night’s “Girlz Nite Out Seattle” and Saturday’s Skate Witches: “Queen of the Road” Scavenger hunt
Photos by @zoraholivia @carmenzsf @olga_aguilar___
UPDATE from seekendrask8te
I miss #wof7 so bad!!!! I got 3rd in intermediate!!! There were so many girl skaters I was so freaking happy to go!
Keep sharing always room and time for an update!
When you look at Nordstrom online you’ll see something new – POM POM skateboards or as they’re known POP STiCKS.
I first blogged about POP STiCKS last November
I’m lucky enough to know several POP STiCK Riders
I think it’s truly amazing that a board designed with girls in mind is available through Nordstrom because it’s such a rad opportunity to introduce more girls to #girlscanskate.
I had to ask Sarah the “Girl Boss” behind the brand some questions.
SK: First congratulations Sarah – Nordstrom is a fashionista’s dream. When I looked on line from Southern California it said not available in stores near me – is it available in some Nordstrom stores? Which ones? Or is it just on-line now with plans to be in stores later?
Sarah: First of all, thank you so much for your support! We are super excited to have the support of Nordstrom. Right now the boards are available online only (with free shipping!) with plans to launch in select stores for Back to School this year.
SK: I heard you’re having a special Instagram contest to celebrate. Let’s make sure I have it right.
for a chance to win a #POMPOMPOPSTiCK #ridewithyourfriends (winner announced Friday May 13th)
Sarah: For the Instagram giveaway, yes, those are the rules 🙂
POM POM first began making snow, surf and skate wax in Sarah’s kitchen to encourage equal participation and representation in the action sports industry – now you can get the board at Nordstrom or if you’re really lucky win won now – good luck.
Thank you Sarah – you inspire me as does your team of riders – please share your pictures riding your POP STiCK because more girls skateboard when they see girls skating and we encourage each other.
Riding with your friends is always in style – #ridewithyourfriends
xoxo Skatingfashionista
Sunday May 8th was Mother’s Day – I celebrated in Cardiff with my mom and there were lots of girls celebrating at the Mighty Mama Skate O Rama at the Laguna Niguel Skatepark.
The annual Mother’s Day event, hosted by Skateboard Moms and Sisters of Shred, seeks to empower women through skateboarding and raise money for causes. This year, more than $4,500 in proceeds went to Community Service Programs and the Orange County Human Trafficking Task Force. – OC Register
Thanks to those who went and shared here are some highlights.
photo from Kendra Sebelius photo by Ken Hada
photo from Kendra Sebelius photo by thirdkindbeyond
Awesome things happen when we encourage each other like . . .
imagemaven (from Calgary – Canada) who shares this video with the caption
Happy to report that I am now able to drop in! Yesterday at the wood Iguana Bowl and today on cement. Awesome weekend of skating with amazing women at the MMSOR.
I love skate events like this – because everyone is welcome – women/girls age doesn’t matter in skateboarding – you’re never to young or too old to start having fun – and men/boys yes I want to skate with everyone who brings a positive vibe. Below video 3mezagroms.
If you have pictures to add to this post just let me know – until then I’ll end it with some more shots from Kendra who traveled from NY to skate here in Southern California – have board can travel.
And check out the Orange County Registers article
‘Roll’ models: Mighty Mama Skate-O-Rama raises funds to fight human trafficking
If you haven’t heard of Missing Girls Art Project please read my post on 3/26 to see what one local skater girl – Carly Vanderkarr – is leading. Carly was at Sunday’s event and shared with the OC Register.
Skateboarding for fun and being able to help others – so rewarding & super stylish!
You don’t have to be a girl or even skateboard to be a skatingfashionista – it’s just about sharing your style. Now go check out the OC Register Slide Show with these & more photos by Mindy Schauer.
Yesterday I had the opportunity to attend the Sheckler Foundation’s Skate for a Cause. It was their 7th year of hosting a world class skate jam & carnival.
It was at the etnies Skatepark of Lake Forest
which I found out yesterday was the first collaboration of a company and city to build a public skatepark. Skater owned companies sharing the love of skateboarding and giving back to the community!
The Sheckler Foundation was established in 2008 as a way for Ryan, his family, friends and business associates to give back to the community and action sports industry they love. Our mission is to support great causes that directly benefit and enrich the lives of children and injured action sports athletes, inspiring them to “Be the Change”!
True to the schedule there was plenty of skateboarding to watch plus there was something for everyone in the family to enjoy.
The booths were an eclectic combination of Ryan’s sponsors and non-profits he aligns with
plus rides like the hamster ball, jumpies and great food.
One thing I love about the Sheckler Foundation is they encourage donors to actively participate in where the funds go. When I’m aware and feel involved, I’m inspired to stay committed.
Even the raffle for donated pro skate decks was interactive. You got to choose where your ticket went. The clear ballot boxes added to the excitement – did you go with your favorite or where your odds looked better?
To see more pictures check out the Sheckler Foundation IG, IG tags like #skateforacause #shecklerfoundation or their site.
Thank you Ryan for a hosting a fabulous event & for showing its super stylish to work with your mom on & off the board.
Happy Mother’s Day to my mom/photographer/driver and all the other moms who share their love 24/7. And all of these rad individuals have pictures to share too Andy MacDonald, Grind for Life/Mike Rogers, Neal Mims/Academy Skatepark, Angela, London, Teegan, and Jim.
