Although he may be ranked sixth after Tuesday’s Olympics men’s short, Johnny Weir is easily the most entertaining competitor in men’s skating. For those of you unfamiliar with him, Johnny is like the product of what would happen if Lady Gaga and Patrick Wolf had a baby that flew out of the womb with ice skates. If my visual is unsatisfactory, please watch the video of his short here. Yes, those are pink tassels.
In honor of this innovative luminary with unbridled creativity and glitter (literally), I decided to cover quintessential components to the perfect Johnny Weir Party. My actions are extremely timely, as the MEN’S FREE SKATE IS TONIGHT. I highly encourage you to watch and throw your own little Johnny Weir party. Although the possibility that he will medal is slim, at least you will have a fine time celebrating Johnny Weir.
SURROUNDINGS
1. Has your rug been on the road to death? Have you always dreamed about getting a hot pink rug? Well, my friend, this is a splendid time to get a pink rug. FACT: Johnny brought pink bath mats with him to Vancouver. Mohawk Home Shag Run in Racy Pink from Target, $100
2. As I hinted moments ago, Johnny Weir is like a skating version of Lady Gaga. It is, therefore, not surprising that Johnny is a HUGE Lady Gaga fan. His love for Lady Gaga extends to the ice rink, as demonstrated in a recent performance to “Poker Face.”
FACT: Johnny brought also brought a poster of Lady Gaga to Vancouver so she could “watch over us.” Lady Gaga poster from Movie Poster USA, $7
ATTIRE
1. FACT: Johnny likes to wear shiny things. THIS IS ONE OF THE FEW MOMENTS IN YOUR LIFE WHERE IT IS APPROPRIATE TO WEAR AN AMERICAN APPAREL METALLIC BODYSUIT (with an even more inappropriate zipper!) NECESSARY ADDENDUM: Johnny also designs his own sparkly onesies, so you should take the creative liberty to further sparkle up your metallic bodysuit. Shiny Zipper-Front Bodysuit in Champagne from American Apparel, $45
World Championships 2006 from Johnny Weir Online
2. Shiny star leggings to avoid an inappropriate crotch reveal if your quadruple lutz living room impersonations go sour. Printed Shiny Leggings from American Apparel, $46
3. FACT: Johnny has been criticized for wearing fur. Silver Indigo Fox All Fur Pill Box Hat from Fur Hat World, $250
picture from delawareonline.com
4. Face and body glitter! Make Up Forever Glitters from Sephora, $13
5. Even more glitter! Urban Decay Heavy Metal Glitter Liner from Sephora, $18
CONSUMABLES
1. For Johnny’s short, he wore pink tassels. Obtain some pink tassels and tie them to martini glasses, only to be filled with…
2. …lemon drop cocktails! This drink is a lemony ode to Johnny’s calming techniques. I cannot take credit for this brilliant idea is from my friend Tiffany, who is obsessed with skating and the Olympics (mutual passions?, read her blog!). We actually ran to Barcelona Bar so she could catch the end of the Pairs skating Monday. Anyways, she sent me this Johnny Weir quote yesterday:
I was nervous last night. So I Pledged everything in my room. Some people eat, some people drink — but I Pledge everything.
3. Sober Sally? Johnny loves Vitamin Water. Shots of Vitamin Water it is!
4. Apparently Johnny barely eats (which is troublesome for a Johnny Weir party), but once a year he will eat angel food cake with strawberries and whipped cream.
Does anyone else harbor a desire to throw a Johnny Weir party? Am I the only one?
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23 Responses for "How to Throw a Johnny Weir Party: A Stickers and Donuts Tutorial"
UH-MAZING. I am surprised I haven’t heard of this guy, but it is prob bcs I have been so lame on the Olympics this year, but I am so glad you introduced me to Johnny Weir because I love ridiculous outfits, bright and/or shiny colors, bodysuits, Lady Gaga, & excuses to talk about all four. I love that he performed Poker Face on skates!!!
this guy is such a treat – if i were in the USi totally would have a JW party. dress code – black/silver and offer everyone a red glove — his black swan costume!
OMG, anytime I come across that vid of Johnny dancing to Poker Face I must watch it. UHMAZING
maria- I think it’s the school effect regarding Olympics fevor. 2006 Olympics? Completely missed. Have fun watching Johnny Weir videos.
erin- my goodness I CAN’T BELIEVE I FORGOT THE RED GLOVE. FAIL. :D
amber- YES. I will rewatch the video for eternity.
TO FURTHER ENCOURAGE YOUR JOHNNY WEIR EDUCATION, I WOULD LIKE TO POINT OUT THAT HE HAS A SHOW, Be Good Johnny Weir http://www.sundancechannel.com/johnny-weir/ , and a documentary called Pop Star on Ice
This is my favorite post thus far. I love how rocks the pink tassle and I’m excited for his fox fur during his long program tonight!
Just when I thought I couldn’t love you ladies more. Fabulous post!
Did I seriously just enter *your* URL as *my* URL? Why yes. Yes, I did.
(Whoops!)
Greatest. Idea. Ever.
Johnny Weir for President.
I’M PLANNING THE PARTY RIGHT NOW!
I think this is also appropriate:
http://mixthatdrink.com/skittles-vodka-tutorial/
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Tiffany- Well aren’t you lucky that you have a supply of pink tassels from work. Your work benefits excede mine. Also, please send me pictures of your shearling-mock-fox creation. I’m sure it will be wonderful, but don’t let the fur end up in your pizza.
Stephanie- Aha! I’m glad you were so excited for Johnny Weir that you temporarily forgot your internet identity. That pleases me greatly.
Molly- I’ve never thought about Johnny Weir for president, but now that I think about it, it’s an intruiging idea. In my fantasy, Johnny Weir would run against Evan Lysacek. During debates, Evan would start crying, and thus lead to the American public questioning his leadership abilities based on “immaturity READ: being a wimp.” Therefore, Johnny Weir would win the presidency.
Spencer- So AT FIRST the Skittles drinks looked disgusting (especially the “muck filtration” picture), but now I’m interested and think they’d taste kine of good. And fruity. Please send me pictures of your party, and I expect a report on the taste profile of skittles cocktails.
Johnny’s favorite cocktail is the bellini, which consists of 2 oz. peach puree or juice with 4 oz Champagne gently added: http://cocktails.about.com/od/atozcocktailrecipes/r/blni_cktl.htm
http://www.outsports.com/os/index.php/component/content/article/43-2009/263-johnny-weir-the-outsports-interview-part-2
During training (most of the year), he will just drink the peach juice without any Champagne. Also play records by Christina Aguilera, Amy Winehouse, Brandi Carlile, plus some Russian pop stars.
For the dinner buffett …Russian food, Japanese and Korean food, Cuban food.
His favorite restaurant in NYC is Cipriani’s, and this is one of the menus: http://www.cipriani.com/menu-classics.php
ZOMG I love Johnny Weir!! No word of a lie, I haven’t watched any sort of figure skating since 1994. Back then my friends and I would argue about who was more awesome-slash-lustworthy, Kurt Browning or Elvis Stojko. I was Team Kurt and stopped caring entirely after he went pro. But something possessed me to tune in to the men’s figure skating events this year… I think it was the universe pushing me to find Johnny Weir, because he is awesome. He’s so damn sassy! It’s so fun to watch!
this party is a must have, eee! I love it!
ariel- Wow! So many Johnny Weir facts! I’m assuming his love for Christina Aguilera prefaced the Lady Gaga era.
beeks- I TOTALLY RELATE TO YOUR ICE SKATING WATCHING HABITS. I used to watch ice skating a lot as a child, despite never having the opportunity to skate. I did many a school reports on Kristi Yamaguchi. I was also team Kurt too!
M. Dominic- this party is an extra must have since he was underscored, yet again yesterday. extra lemon drop cocktails, i suppose.
You can see my Johnny necklace here http://theirrationaltiffa.blogspot.com/2010/02/johnny-weir-inspired-jewelry.html
Also pics of the ones I made for Brenda, Lindsey, and Cory will come soon. But I didn’t spend much time on theirs so they’re not AS fabulous.
Well, of course yours had to be more fabulous than the others.
I. Love. You. Love you! XD Well, I love Johnny too, but I can now love you for posting this!
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I will must say this man is such a treat – wish to be in the USA totally would have a party. Wanted to be dressed like red/silver tops and offer everyone a red glove, wearing a gorgeous father hat.
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