White Elephant

This weeks edition of places you probably already knew about

2009-08-12T23:11:00.000-07:00

LUSH. I give it 5 stars. And I haven't even been there yet. I'm so excited to go. SO EXCITED. I mean oddly named, over-priced hippie cosmetics, each item with its own back story and handcrafted?? IN LOVE. I'm so there. It just screams my name. Their henna comes in a block which you grate with a cheese grater. They have bars of shampoo and you have the option of looking at only VEGAN products. The ridiculousness is awesomely amazing. And I say that most lovingly. Please understand. Did I mention the love I feel for this place? So much. Anyway, has dailycandy already done a review of this place? Cuz if not, ya know, I love to write :)

Jill Lindsey

2009-06-29T09:57:00.000-07:00

A Fall/Winter '09 collection. Makes me disgusted with myself for having an uncontrollable craving for cold weather. Who was just bitching about it not being warm enough??
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Julia Rotfield

2009-05-12T22:33:00.000-07:00

You can just sense that she's a New Yorker. From the selby.

Rainbow colored hair

2009-05-11T21:26:00.000-07:00

link

2009-04-24T09:24:00.000-07:00

cobra snake

2009-04-23T11:13:00.000-07:00

Thursday 30th April 12-8
Friday 1st May 12-8
Saturday 2nd May 11-7
Sample sale dates at Folk

Worship Worthy loves the factory

2009-04-22T07:40:00.000-07:00

Worship Worthy interviews 'I Love Factory'. 'How many styles do you work on that never make it into the collection?
Christopher: We do so many custom pieces and those are never part of the collections. They usually stay at the showroom as inspiration for future custom pieces, or for press or as part of Laurel’s personal collection.

Millinery was big in NYC amongst tenement residents during the late 1800’s, given the current state of the economy do you think we’ll see a resurgence in hand crafted goods?
Christopher: Millinery is something that should be done by hand and made specific. I think right now more than ever people are craving accessories and clothing that is made by hand. They can appreciate the time and effort that goes into making each piece. There is so much clutter out there and if you are going to spend money on something it should be exceptional quality, evoke emotion and be timeless.

We can see your pieces worn by ladies at the historic Kentucky Derby, do events like these inspire specific designs?
Christopher: Not specifically, but that may be since we have never attended one. We do admire a big event like the Kentucky Derby where people have such freedom of costume.

If your work was the lovechild of two people who would they be?
Laurel: I think it would be all those French new–wave movies but if John Waters were directing them instead, and Alice and Wonderland and crew were styling.'

Read the full interview here.

Lamixx

2009-04-20T08:28:00.000-07:00

Lamixx is perfect if your looking for new takes on classic pieces. And aren't we all? you can find their stuff at 80's purple.

The Sweater Dress
The Plaid shirt.
Overall's remixed.
The high-waisted pencil skirt.

Life stuff

2009-04-16T09:43:00.000-07:00

Sorry I've been M.I.A. Life caught up with me. Trying to plan my upcoming move (will explain later...). In the meantime, I'll be completely lazy and send you off to blogs I love that are more pro-active-

rock out with the rockstar diaries

tights and combat boots from bb

check out Georgia May on fashion indie

We can dance if we want to

2009-04-08T09:04:00.000-07:00

reminiscent of empire records. from blue baby doll.

for to run around town

2009-04-07T18:47:00.000-07:00

love in a shoe. no food for a month and they could be mine.

Shoes Optional

2009-04-07T13:00:00.000-07:00

I could wear this James Pearse dress all summer long.

While thinking about updating my work attire

2009-04-07T09:26:00.000-07:00

source fashionista

Blue Skies

2009-04-03T10:08:00.000-07:00

I'm all for dancing in the rain, however I could'nt hold back a smile when I noticed the gray clouds receding and blue skies overtaking them. And 68 degrees outside?? Who knew DC could be so wonderful. Spring has sprung!
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TenThings

2009-04-02T13:56:00.000-07:00

Pretty vintage bohemian jewelery from ten things

A Peace Treaty

2009-04-02T07:49:00.000-07:00

I was going to try and explain it myself, but their about page is better than anything I could say. And fancy too : )
So, I don't remember doing this, (nothing new there) but I guess I signed up for their newsletter some time back. When I check my inbox this morning, there it was, an e-mail from A Peace Treaty, saying their Spring line is out. Obviously, I was intrigued, and when I saw the scarves, blown away. They really are beautiful, and knowing when they came from and that they were hand made, makes them special. I may have to splurge!

And so many more...

TOMS

2009-03-31T11:00:00.000-07:00

You recycle. Your all about the Green Movement. You joined Change.org to try and get involved. You'd join the Peace Core if your keeping your job wasn't your main priority. So what else can you do? TOMS got your answer. You can combine your love of shoes with your need to help out. 'Since it beginning in May 2006, TOMS has given over 10,000 shoes to children in Argentina and 50,000 pairs in South Africa. ' (source: Our Cause) The deal is for every pair you purchase, TOMS gives a pair to a child in need. Recall how large, wealthy companies sometimes donate $5 or so for every $20 you donate? This is so much better. And did I mention they're ridiculously comfortable? To view more styles check the website.

Skin and Threads

2009-03-30T08:44:00.000-07:00

'It’s about the fabrics, the fit, the luxury and the look. It’s about making the basic work for you, understanding what it means to wear natural fabrics and incorporating them into your lifestyle.'- Skin and Threads website
I'd wear Skin and Threads over AA any day. Organic and natural fabric makes may get me and my conscience back on speaking terms.

Coco Irene

2009-03-25T08:35:00.000-07:00

From their About- 'Creative Director and Designer Veronica Sheaffer is a self-taught seamstress who was born with an eye for vintage fashion. She previously designed 70’s inspired apparel under the label Bionica Fashions in NYC and now creates retro and historical bridal gowns as well as handbags and accessories. Taryn Parker, Operations Director, brings experience in finance with a focus in small business, and a burning desire to help create interesting clothing that she would feel fabulous in. Together, Parker and Sheaffer create clothing that blends feminine fashion with edgy individualism. Parker brings the business brain to Coco Irene, while Sheaffer’s fashion aesthetic and skill drive the look.'
Right now all of their clothing is on sale. And just check out the models hair, wish mine looked like that...

Old Timey Stumbling

2009-03-23T18:19:00.000-07:00

Something I stumbled ages ago. From the Virtual Typewriter Museum. Don't hold me to this, but I think its a secretary and her boss, which would make it that much better.

So much pink

2009-03-23T15:42:00.000-07:00

from lew

Orange Coat

2009-03-23T11:13:00.000-07:00

Never thought I'd want an orange coat. But I am loving the stuff from daughters of dawn ebay store. Thanks to Unruly Things.

Pretty Pictures

2009-03-22T18:43:00.000-07:00

Photographer Francis Abenavides from flickr.

Blackbird singing in the dead of night

2009-03-22T10:25:00.000-07:00

Radenroro from Shiny Squirrel.

Matthew Williamson

2009-03-20T09:08:00.000-07:00

Most Spring lines seem like diluted summer lines. They are fun of either washed out pastels or faded neutrals. But not matthew williamson. They've got real colors, real dresses you could wear i the spring. No pieces that just have you wishing its summer. Check it out here.