October 31, 2012 – 5:00 am
Happy Halloween! Hope you’re stocked with candy, and ready for the goblins at your door this afternoon/evening. While you wait for the doorbell to ring, enjoy a few of my Halloween 2012 favorites: A Halloween Treat/Edward Gorey because it wouldn’t be Halloween without Gorey’s macabre-yet-sweet illustrations. Where the Wild Things Are “Max” costume/Pottery Barn Kids […]
October 24, 2012 – 5:00 am
Carta Pura excels at stationery and paper goods that are as beautiful as they are functional. Sold primarily through wholesale and to professionals, products range from sumptuous Carta Varese Italian wrapping papers, to minimalist Rivoli papers (in a variety of muted hues), to a plethora of clips, fasteners, ribbons, and book binding supplies. Each quietly […]
October 17, 2012 – 5:00 am
My makeup philosophy is to look like I’m not wearing makeup. You know the look: epitomized to great effect by many a J.Crew model over the years. (For those of you across the pond, Margaret Howell also has it down cold.) The unfortunate reality is that the older you get, makeup that looks effortless and fresh […]
October 16, 2012 – 1:00 pm
Loving new-to-me design team Apiece Apart: the spring collection is awash in relaxed, simple looks that are oh so appealing. See the complete presentation at Style.com. image credits: photos by tim hout, courtesy of apiece apart for style.com ** don’t miss apiece apart’s concept video at style.com. it’s beautifully done, and made me an instant fan.
October 10, 2012 – 5:00 am
Tom Dixon’s new “Eclectic” range, inspired by British heritage, perfectly embodies the utilitarian luxe aesthetic. My favorites from the collection are the pieces in copper. The cast shoe would serve as an elegant (and whimsical) door stop. Per the Tom Dixon website, the “London” candle recalls red bricks, parks with crocuses and nettles, and the […]
