Who doesn't love the Olympics games? Summer or winter, its tough not to get into the spirit. One thing I have hardly ever liked is the official gear the athletes wear but this year has been different. All the US athletes looks smashing in their navy blue puffer coats designed by Ralph Lauren but the thing that did it for me? Those absolutely adorable knit hats. I've got to have one!
I watched Coco avant Chanel last night and loved it! I know, no biggie surprise there....but still. It was a bit slow in the beginning, but quickly picked up....Audrey Tautou is gorgeous! and costuming is to-die-for brilliant. I have a new obsession with Chanel stuff too...Not that I have any to really speak of, except for a lipstick. I do covet the lipstick case though....What is it about those interlocking CCs? My vision is to own a 2.55 Chanel bag when I turn 40, which (unfortunately) isn't that far off in the future...My philosophy on Chanel clothing/handbags: They are items one cultivates into when they're "older"...By older I mean someone who's kind of lived a life of some sort....no teens allowed (that's just obnoxious). So I dream of my bag in the meantime....Next up is my powder compact. Who wouldn't want to pat down their shiny nose in public? Viva Coco!!!
Driving home today I happened to hear the "letters" segment from All Things Considered.....Nothing new about that, but to my amazement I heard my high school's name being mentioned and I nearly cracked up. Believe me, I'm the first one to say I wasn't a huge fan of high school, but now that I'm (much!) older I kind of have an affinity towards my old alma mater, Lake Mary High School in lovely Lake Mary, Florida. Would you believe Chrysler was threatening to sue because the school's logo looked just like the Dodge Ram's logo??!!! Granted I saw the logos and they do look exactly the same...and I do believe you shouldn't swipe trademarked materials....but still. It's just a high school (and a well respected one at that!). Oh well....I'm sure the whole school board is feeling like Homer Simpson right about now...
There must be something about the names Kate & Laura... A pair of smarties who are truly unique in the fashion world! I love this designing duo....more for their smart personalities than anything else...Their dresses are dreamy too...They're bookish, a bit off beat..and always interesting to read about!
Don't forget to check out the newest online issue of Lonny! I love this mag...I would buy this in a heartbeat if the paper version were available...It definitely has all the great touches of my beloved Domino.....Take a look!
I received an interesting email from L.L. Bean over a month ago announcing their upcoming signature collection. Only a few items are available so far, but I'm kind of excited to see a more refined Bean coming this March....What do you think?
I am so impressed by Marc Jacobs' fall collection...I haven't loved a lot of his stuff from the last few seasons, but this season he seems really spot on.
I know Katie must be giddy with excitement over Sadie's win last night at the WKC's dog show. Congrats to a mighty fine terrier!
So I have to plead a certain amount of partiality for this particular item. That's because it was designed by my brother-in-law Joe and 100% handmade by my sister Laura. Joe is an avid, expert biker and he and Laura are quite a team when it comes to all things exercise and outdoor related. Frankly they are are both monsters when it comes to outdoor living. Laura has competed in many marathons (she even won one a few years ago) and Joe has been biking, well, pretty much forever. I could try to list all the activities they do, but it would be insane. Let me just say they do everything. Joe had been saying that there just wasn't a good way to transport bike tools out on the market. Let's face it...you don't want to get stuck without them when you are on a long ride (and no one has invented Triple A for bikes as far as I know). So he and Laura designed this really cool looking case that has all the flexibility you need when you are out of the road with the durability to hold up to the road. I'm not a biker but I can already think of a few things it would be pretty awesome for ( I have so many artists friends who are always trying to figure out ways to transport their equipment). For more info. check out their Blog and Etsy shop. You can custom order them as well. Great tip and great idea for the organized adventurer.
Very odd, I know...but this stuff is actually pretty good. I am quite surprised....I'm having one right now and I have to say it's a nice treat (w/o all the calories). Let me know what you think!
Did you know that Elle UK is my newest favorite fashion mag (besides British/French Vogue, of course)? Not only am I mad over the covers (when was the last time I was giddy over a cover?) the content is actually smart! I bought this Dec. issue w/ Kate Hudson on the cover (and I'm so not a fan of hers!..but I actually like her in the spread) and have coveted it ever since. I am in love w/ the graphics too....It's just fun! I like the American counterpart as well and think it's way better than American Vogue. Check it out when you get the chance!
Coco avant Chanel comes out today on dvd!!! B. has reserved a copy for me already! I am so excited to watch this. I sadly missed it when it came out in theatres, but am hoping it still looks delish on the small screen!
Alexa Chung's collaboration with Madewell: hit or miss? Guess we'll find out in the fall! I kinda like some of the looks...
I love Richard Chai's fall lineup....I'm drooling over this fabulous turtleneck. See the whole line here....
With names like Gladiator and Lola you just can't go wrong w/ the WKC's 2010 Dog Show.
Driving home today I happened to hear the "letters" segment from All Things Considered.....Nothing new about that, but to my amazement I heard my high school's name being mentioned and I nearly cracked up. Believe me, I'm the first one to say I wasn't a huge fan of high school, but now that I'm (much!) older I kind of have an affinity towards my old alma mater, Lake Mary High School in lovely Lake Mary, Florida. Would you believe Chrysler was threatening to sue because the school's logo looked just like the Dodge Ram's logo??!!! Granted I saw the logos and they do look exactly the same...and I do believe you shouldn't swipe trademarked materials....but still. It's just a high school (and a well respected one at that!). Oh well....I'm sure the whole school board is feeling like Homer Simpson right about now...
There must be something about the names Kate & Laura... A pair of smarties who are truly unique in the fashion world! I love this designing duo....more for their smart personalities than anything else...Their dresses are dreamy too...They're bookish, a bit off beat..and always interesting to read about!
I received an interesting email from L.L. Bean over a month ago announcing their upcoming signature collection. Only a few items are available so far, but I'm kind of excited to see a more refined Bean coming this March....What do you think?
With names like Gladiator and Lola you just can't go wrong w/ the WKC's 2010 Dog Show.
