Thursday, July 5, 2007
Fall 2007 Target Love
Is it just me or has Target become the "go" to source for fashion appropriate clothing thats well made at reasonable prices. Better then the sometimes misguided H&M collections and the often over saturated colors of Zara. The Target Go International collections just keep getting better.
I'm in love with the upcoming Erin Fetherston collection. Here's a look at my favorites:
To view the whole collection
These items will not be available until November so we will have to wait till then. But you can get a Target value fix with this preview look at accessories available now for presale.
Clockwise from left:
To buy the Devi Kroell Gold Hobo
To buy the Black Patent Ankle Boot
To buy the Blue Suede Bootie
To buy the Black Bow Front Maryjane
To buy the Devi Kroell Silver Clutch
I guess we can all stop saying Target in the silly French way for there is no reason to be embarrassed anymore with these looks they absolutely have earned their designer/street creed.
I'm in love with the upcoming Erin Fetherston collection. Here's a look at my favorites:
To view the whole collectionThese items will not be available until November so we will have to wait till then. But you can get a Target value fix with this preview look at accessories available now for presale.
Clockwise from left:
To buy the Devi Kroell Gold Hobo
To buy the Black Patent Ankle Boot
To buy the Blue Suede Bootie
To buy the Black Bow Front Maryjane
To buy the Devi Kroell Silver Clutch
I guess we can all stop saying Target in the silly French way for there is no reason to be embarrassed anymore with these looks they absolutely have earned their designer/street creed.
Friday, June 15, 2007
one in the hand
Despite what may be said is not a good as two in the bush or on a branch as in the case of this adorable necklace from Moss Mills. A little ring encircles two little owls on a branch what a dainty way to flaunt you inner risk taker or in a different vein nature-loving you.
I'm am big fan of whimsy and the "Boo" necklace has all the right components cute but unexpected and not overly done or to proper. This is the kind of thing that makes even grandmothers smile when worn to toughen a dainty dress or to sweeten a grungy ensemble. It's also the kind of thing that solicits a second look from a potential suitor in a way a solitary diamond pendant never will.
I'll take the risk for two if the reward is any wear near as cute.
PS: I'm especially loving the rose gold
Labels: jewellery
Tuesday, June 12, 2007
With Two Feet Flat on the Ground
In New York I walk a lot. I always thought of myself as a walker in California, forgoing the short 2-minute drive to the cafe choosing instead to make the short 10 minute walk down the street. I thought I had sensible shoes because they only ever had little kitten heels.Moving to New York I realized my walking in California did little to prepare me for the 4-5 miles I walk daily to the subway, from the subway to the gallery, and back again. Even the most comfortable little heels don't make sense when your running down stairs or trying to get out of the way of cars that have little respect for crosswalks.
All my cute shoes have gone into retirement. They have been replaced with sensible street-appropriate shoes.
Don't worry I haven't replaced them with ugly white tennis shoes just yet. It seems athletic shoe companies have heard the cries of my weary feet and now make many cute and stylish options that don't kill your feet or cause you to trip in the subway grates. The 'Asheni' flat from Adidas is the the answer. Coolly stylish, with the comfort and support of the best running shoe. This little flat passes for more and guarantees that in a city this big, you can at least keep your two feet flat on the ground.
Labels: shoes
Saturday, June 9, 2007
Sorry
Loyal blog readers (all six of you) I apologize that I have been negligent in keeping up my posts but alas, I am lazy. I vow this will not be one of those projects I start and then leave two thirds done out of loss of interest or motivation. I love all six of you and promise that you will see more blogs soon maybe even tonight..................................
...............................Well let's not get to ambitious ;)
Love,
H
...............................Well let's not get to ambitious ;)
Love,
H
Wednesday, May 23, 2007
Scarlett O'Hara's Wallpaper
A famous scene in the movie Gone with the Wind sees Scarlett O'Hara converting the drapes of Tara into a dress for a society event. Utilizing the only good fabric remaining after the pillaging of her home by solders. Though quirky in appearance, the dress does have a regal quality to it with its yards of emerald green velvet.
What if she had chosen her wallpaper instead? I know, I know, she would have had major logistics issues with the rigidity of the medium... but think of the originality. It seems like many designers have postulated similar questions this season--or maybe they have a newfound interest in Louis XVI period interior decor. Wallpaper prints are popping up everywhere and at a range of price points.
These dresses are perfect for a garden part or wedding and are incredibly feminine yet don't require many accessories for a summer appropriate look
The dresses below all range between 34.99 to 198.00 can you tell which is which? Or maybe you "don't give a damn".
From left to right:
V-Neck Smocked, Toile-Print Wrap, Florida Room Sheath, Cotton Silk Cap Sleeve, Medallion Print Babydoll.
What if she had chosen her wallpaper instead? I know, I know, she would have had major logistics issues with the rigidity of the medium... but think of the originality. It seems like many designers have postulated similar questions this season--or maybe they have a newfound interest in Louis XVI period interior decor. Wallpaper prints are popping up everywhere and at a range of price points.
These dresses are perfect for a garden part or wedding and are incredibly feminine yet don't require many accessories for a summer appropriate look
The dresses below all range between 34.99 to 198.00 can you tell which is which? Or maybe you "don't give a damn".
From left to right:
V-Neck Smocked, Toile-Print Wrap, Florida Room Sheath, Cotton Silk Cap Sleeve, Medallion Print Babydoll.
Labels: Antropologie, dresses
Monday, May 21, 2007
I see London, I see France
These are the cutest underpants.I loath thongs. I really don't understand how a string between your checks rubbing with each movement is comfortable or sexy. I have to admit that for a while, I too wore these little torture devices because the chaffing was better than the alternative granny panties that require a wear to scrunch them down to not show above low-rise jeans. Thongs also always looked a little trashy to me with their minuscule coverage and often tacky fabrics and colors.
After a search of probably every store that sells lingerie, I finally found the answer to my bottom's prayers; at a Gap of all places. The ultra-low pure cotton hipster is like a little hug for your rear. The soft cotton lifts and covers and is topped with a cute waste of inch thick lace. These hold their shape throughout the day and I guarantee that you will never have to... how do I say... "readjust" them. The price is great and they create new colors and prints for each season.
Labels: essentials, lingerie
Saturday, May 19, 2007
Watch This
I used to watch Inspector Gadget as a little girl and found his constantly goofy gadgets intriguing, even though they often caused him to get in more trouble. Maybe he thought he could just annoy Dr. Claw or distract him from his evil plans. I always liked that it was a little girl, Penny, who saved the day. Just the post-feminist hero for 80s girls.
I suppose my love of large man-sized watches kind of relates in a strange way. I like it when they look like they could do something other then tell the time (perhaps act as a walkie-talkie when I work on my side job as a spy, or teleport me out of the annoying situation that is the Manhattan subway commute.) but I don't necessarily want
something sporty. Watches that are weighty and look like they could have belonged to some well-dressed man are always more fun then the dainty pink and diamond things many women crave. It needs to be sleek and large, but still streamlined as it falls on the wrist bone empowering the wearer much like the cartoons of 80s youth.
This all-black watch from Vestal can fufill my little girl dreams of secret adventures to stop the evil Dr. Claws of the world or simply tell me how late I am while I wait for the 6 train.
I suppose my love of large man-sized watches kind of relates in a strange way. I like it when they look like they could do something other then tell the time (perhaps act as a walkie-talkie when I work on my side job as a spy, or teleport me out of the annoying situation that is the Manhattan subway commute.) but I don't necessarily want
something sporty. Watches that are weighty and look like they could have belonged to some well-dressed man are always more fun then the dainty pink and diamond things many women crave. It needs to be sleek and large, but still streamlined as it falls on the wrist bone empowering the wearer much like the cartoons of 80s youth.This all-black watch from Vestal can fufill my little girl dreams of secret adventures to stop the evil Dr. Claws of the world or simply tell me how late I am while I wait for the 6 train.
Labels: Watches