I was out of town last weekend and last week was exhausting. My saturday six series is more difficult to maintain than I expected… Better late than never, right?
Six things from the last two weeks
(1) Tata Harper master class at Cap Beauty. The event was PACKED. Once the crowds subsided, I got to ask Tata a bunch of questions and try many products. I will be blogging details in a separate post.
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Six things I liked this week
(1) The new Hulu original show, 11.22.63. James Franco plays the protaganist and travels back in time to before the JFK assassination. Episodes drop once a week and it’s week 1. We’re learning patience.
Image: Hulu
LeSportsac x Rifle Paper Co and Liberty of London. Image source: LeSportsac.
Clarks x Orla Kiely. Nordstrom and Zappos. Image source: Robert Fairer.
These companies have taken the concept of the advent calendar and made it so droolworthy. But, after looking at them and the prices, I’ve concluded that I could easily make a few from my skincare/cosmetics stockpile…
If you’re thinking of doing it, Target and H&M have empty options! Starbucks has a chocolate themed one. As cute as it looks, I don’t like chocolate.
Image source: Liberty of London
Image source: Selfridges
A new series for items I like to look at but wouldn’t necessarily buy because it’s impractical, or too hard to procure. I am an avid window shopper.
I’ve mentioned my love for Liberty of London prints twice before (here and here). LoL has a ton of collaborations with other brands and their fabric is often used by brands I like. I can’t help but ogle, knowing that I won’t buy. Aren’t these pretty? The latest collab that’s caught my eyes is with Hello Kitty — too bad I can’t find most of it online!
.: Shoes :.
The following pair is from Anthropologie’s wedding store, BLHDN. As much I love my Butter shoes, I have to say that they have way too many ugly styles — most don’t do the Liberty patterns justice. Check it out at Endless at your own risk. Ick! If you’ve been looking for the Bensimon x Liberty flats, you can find a few at Yoox’s sample sale.
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Everyone close to me knows that I looooove lace and eyelet. And prints by Orla Kiely, Marimekko, or Liberty of London. Some current faves:
(Clockwise from the top left. Photo credit: Saks.com, Urbanoutfitters.com, Aritzia.com, and Madewell.com.)
1. Marc by Marc Jacobs Edith Eyelet Top from the Spring 2011 collection. I had my eyes on this top for a long time and it took Saks long enough to add it to the markdowns. I strategically redeemed some American Express Membership Reward points in advance of the sale and snagged the last one, which happened to be in my size. (Tip: You can return gift cards and get your reward points rebanked. You can’t beat Amex service!) The eyelet is intricate and the construction is impeccable. I got a few eyelet tops made in Shanghai in 2007 and this is one of those items where you really need source the eyelet from the right place. The dress version is also gorgeous.
2. Urban Outfitters Staring at Stars Eyelet Blouse. Their product styling needs major help. I rarely scour Urban Outfitter and came across this top when I was going through their boutique, where it’s styled much more attractively. I love the neckline! I haven’t seen it in person yet, but the reviews are favorable. Not on sale yet.
3. Sessun Riverside Dress. Sessun is a great French label that can be lumped with A.P.C, Comptoir des Cotonniers, etc. Buried in the details is the Liberty fabric. I adore Liberty prints and fabrics, which have been made popular in recent years by J.Crew, Cacharel, and the Target collab. The prints are so cheerful. This dress is currently 50% off.
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