Thursday, October 6, 2011

Pardon Our French

Sometimes three times a week, I am a bad wife. In lieu of a nutritious meal, I slave over the stove go to Gourmet Garage and wind up with a cutting board full of treats. John does not mind eating cornichons, olives, the 'good' Balthazaar bread with butter, brie, and wine for dinner. He is a tiny Frenchman trapped in a huge American body and the next step is a pencil thin mustache. 
Wait, too late. Ok, a beret. 
One day, I will show my (brother's) children this picture and explain to them how John and I used to be interesting New Yorkers, who ate like poor French people.


Going thrifting tomorrow and I've 'convinced' John to come. He loves it. I hope he finds his beret.
Bon Soir!

Wednesday, October 5, 2011

Local Obsession: Jemma Wynne

Just a little luxe nightcap to summarize my day. The beautiful baubles below are created in NYC by the talented ladies of Jemma Wynne.  It takes a lot to impress me these days, and these babies do the trick. You think they look good in photos? Imagine them on you. I know. 
You can thank me later. Publicly. And with gifts.








 Goodnight, my fearless fashionistas!


Tuesday, October 4, 2011

Mad, Rad Bag

I realize I am half a decade behind the tide, but I love Mad Men. Considering I want this blog to be an actual account of my current obsessions and style choices, I have no shame in this admission. 

Last night, after the episode featuring a comparison between January Jones and Grace Kelly, I started compulsively researching Kelly bags. Hermes created this style for The Princess and it's a little classic for me. I'll forgive you in advance if this is the first you've heard of either Hermes or Grace Kelly. Just covering my bases, but maybe we can't be friends anymore. 

I thought I invented the idea of splatter painting a $6,000 bag for my own amusement, but it's turns out Kelly Wearstler did.  And they say there's no improving a classic.

image via Kelly Wearstler

Does Jet Blue fly to Monaco?

Monday, October 3, 2011

Superior Interior

Whilst enjoying a little Proenza perusal this weekend, I came across the most beautiful piece of furniture I have ever seen. No shock here, considering every time I leave Barney's, I am declaring I have just witnessed 'the most beautiful (insert item here) ever.'


Check it out, it's made of horns/antlers. You're welcome.




After the initial shock of this beauty wore off, I decided to add a little superior to my own interior, considering I would not be adding this animal seat to my home. I thought to myself, 'Self, what would make your mantel more awesome?'
Another. Animal Head.

This one lives above my fireplace right now. Instead of replacing it, I'm just adding another....


This mosaic cow will reside directly above my current skull (sorry plates, later)
I just ordered another head, so the crafting will commence soon after. Pics to follow!


Monday is almost over, what are you wearing tomorrow?

Saturday, October 1, 2011

Bauble Breakdown

I'm an avid collector of vintage rhinestone jewelry. I will momentarily be heading the the flea market to troll for more to add to my >100 piece ensemble. So, when Tom Binns debuted his beautiful collection of rhinestone-esque bibs, I knew I could save myself the $700 and make my own. I chose my least favorite necklace for this initial trial, but now that I am confident, I will paint some big pieces. I used assorted Essie nail polishes to paint each, individual stone, and I think it turned out great!
 The Inspiration: Tom Binns
via Net-A-Porter

 The Before Necklace: clear rhinestones


Halfway done: Polishes were Army green, purple, and 2 shades of brown


The final product! Sorry for the excellent quality photo. My only suggestions for future projects is to use brighter colors!  Keep you eyes peeled for this baby in an outfit post soon.
Happy Weekend!

Friday, September 30, 2011

Icon Status: Taylor Tomasi-Hill

My editor adoration is no secret. In my line of work, I am surrounded by celebrities and wannabees, alike. The movie stars or 'housewives' don't do it for me, but get me in front of a fashion (I hate this word and I will use it as sparsely as possible) editor, and I swoon. I was very vocal in my disdain for NYFW this year, based only on the number of editors who were sitting second row to accommodate Nikki (sp?) Minaj/Kourtney Kardashian/et al. My first editor dedication post goes to Taylor Tomasi-Hill, who is just as sweet and lovely as she is a stylish, risk-taker. She looks the same at Doma, drinking coffee, as she does in these street style pics. Thanks, Taylor, for reminding me that people still get dressed because it's fun.

 Amazing boots, I love how she actually wears them quite often. I could do a better job of incorporating my favorite pieces in multiple ensembles.
Image via The Sartorilaist
 This sweater is backless, swoon. Love the textures together that wouldn't typically work. She's T.T.H, she does what she wants.
via street peeper
 A tutu? Sure. Louboutin sneaks.
via street peeper
 Bold bottoms require a simple top. She keeps it interesting with a vest, in lieu of a shirt.
via TFS
 Graphic Prints. Black and white looks much more interesting with that hair. Side note, she never reveals who her colorist is. Which may piss me off, if I were the colorist, considering how much buzz T.T.H's hair gets. We are all entitled to our mystery.
via TFS
 One of my favorites. It looks like she just threw it on. Effortless. That skirt could be a pair of old Levi's and it would still work.
via street peeper

 There's the boots! Loving her anorak, it adds some funk to the most classic bag on the planet.
via The Sartorialist
Rick Owens and Chanel? Another example of re-using your goods. She loves a good high-waisted pant, too. Also, refreshing to see an editor not married to sky high heels.
via TFS

Thursday, September 29, 2011

To the Unemployment Line You Go...



This goddess is the new face of designer, Phillip Plein.  Lohan and the German designer are supposedly dating and her front row presence at his Milan S/S '12 show confirmed the gig.  Poor Phillip. Soon, his line will be dropped and he'll have chlamydia.
Seriously, WHAT is he thinking? 

I'm headed to Kleinfeld's to view an actual goddess in her wedding dress. Dominique, my apology for mentioning your wedding in the same post as chlamydia. xoxo