Margarita Saplala Asymmetric Dress
2.28.2010
2.25.2010
2.24.2010
2.23.2010
From Russia, With Love coat
Fur collars are all over the runways for next fall. The "From Russia, With Love" coat features a detachable faux version.
2.22.2010
Marinated beets with horseradish
Photo by Kirk McCoy for the LA Times
I used to hate beets because they tasted like dirt, in a bad way. Now I love beets because they taste like dirt, in a good way. You know, earthy.
Recipe for Mozza's marinated beets with horseradish.
2.20.2010
Bombe ring
This eye-catching ring by Solange Azagury-Partridge is named for the classic French dessert - a dome of layered ice cream or frozen mousse, popular on restaurant menus in the 1980s.
Solange Azagury Bombe 18k gold and diamond ring ($5,950)
2.19.2010
2.18.2010
Film frocks
Photo by George Hurrell
Send in the Gowns: "Freddie Leiba, fashion pundit, salutes 22 film frocks that bewitched the world."
(via the Los Angeles Times Magazine)
2.17.2010
Truffle hunting in France
Photo by David Lebovitz
It was a very chilly winter day, so cold that even the leaves on the spindly oak trees were shivering. But that's truffle season; January and February. And if you want to find truffles, they're not going to land in your lap while sitting at home by the fireplace. One needs to roam through the forests, where the trees have been stripped nearly bare by the icy winds...
Celebrated food writer and former Chez Panisse pastry chef David Lebovitz goes truffle hunting in the French countryside, then visits a truffle market and the Henras truffle company.
2.16.2010
Iron crowns
What better way to make anything appear more dignified than by placing a crown on it? Encase a stack of books or encompass a pot of ivy. Its rustic appearance will add prestige to your royal gardens.
I think these would look a little silly in the garden (maybe my blood just isn't royal enough), but I could definitely find a place for them indoors.
Rebecca Taylor Fall 2010 Ready-to-Wear
Dear Rebecca Taylor: I'm willing to forgive the bowler hats and leopard prints in your Fall 2010 Ready-to-Wear collection, but only because I loved these looks (sparkly tights!):
Checkbook covers
Sometimes you find something that you didn't even know existed, but now absolutely need.
2.15.2010
Butterfly cut-out lampshades
I don't like butterfly motifs as a rule. But I do like the idea of cut-out lampshades.
Wool felt Delight Pendant Shade ($89), designed by Nahoko Koyama.
Suki belted coat
I have a serious problem with coats, which is -- I want to buy every single one that I see. I don't have this problem with other items; for example, the way some people do with shoes (and you know who you are). But jackets, trenches, dusters... trouble. Big time trouble.
Stewart + Brown Suki belted coat ($278)
2.14.2010
Happy Valentine's Day!
Studio 360's Kurt Andersen challenged the corporate branding/identity bloggers at Brand New to redesign Valentine's Day.
Click here to see what they came up with!
Click here to see what they came up with!
Casually fabulous
Is it spring yet? Because I need to wear this ASAP.
Free People Casually Fabulous Dress ($128). Jersey bodice and woven skirt with rhinestone detailing and crocheted empire waistband.
2.13.2010
Rhinoceros puzzle sculpture
2.12.2010
Bow bags
Rosettes and bows are all over the place, but I wonder if this is a trend with staying power. My crystal ball says: no. Girly-girl is fun, but it can wear thin pretty quickly.
Valentino 360 Napa leather satchel
Valentino shiny Napa Petale tote
Vanilla Skies parasol
I would maybe use this to decorate my house (maybe), but if I saw someone using it in real life I would have to punch them in the face.
Hey there, East Coast
If I've learned one thing from Snowmageddon 2010, it's that I must invest in a better shovel. On the plus side: 10-day weekend!
"Cars?" by boburgess via the Washington Post.
John Robshaw block-print textiles
The next time I get the urge to buy $100+ throw pillows (and really, who hasn't been there?), I'm heading straight for John Robshaw's hand block-printed fabrics.
Pichwai moss decorative pillow: Pichhwai is a traditional art form that serves to narrate tales of Krishna. A small folk painting in this style, of a garden full of fountains and birds, caught my eye for its interesting native style. ($115)
Emiliana Torrini - "Sunny Road" music video
Compelling and a little bit creepy: Icelandic singer Emiliana Torrini sings Sunny Road, from her Fisherman's Woman album (animated).
BCBG Maz Azria Fall 2010 Ready-to-Wear
I have a soft spot for BCBG Max Azria - probably because they make clothes that I can see myself wearing in everyday life. This is especially true of the Fall 2010 Ready-to-Wear collection, which was designed specifically to cater to the recession-minded customer. And it doesn't hurt that the collection features lashings of gray - my favorite color, of course.
2.11.2010
Valentine's Day parfait hearts
Valentine's Day is almost upon us, and heaven knows it's a challenge to be creative and original every year. But Joseph Erdos's recipe for blood orange parfait hearts looks like just the thing for a sweet surprise.
Via the Gastronomer's Guide
RIP Alexander McQueen
Fashion designer Alexander McQueen has committed suicide at age 40 -- three days after his mother's death, and the same day he was scheduled to present his McQ Fall 2010 collection at New York Fashion Week.
Photo by Derrick Santini.
Mary-Kate beats the winter blues
Mary-Kate Olsen steps out in a red Lanvin coat. It could be gorgeous, but it looks like it's spent half its life crumpled on the floor. Also, this is a tall person's coat - probably not for someone who tops out at just over 5 feet. That said, I still love it.
Parachute duvet cover
I think I need to admit that gray is my favorite color. It's comforting and neutral without being boring beige.
So I love this cotton voile duvet cover from West Elm. Simple, but the ruching piques my interest.
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