Am I the only person not traveling and seeing the sights right now? Seemingly everyone on my instagram feed is on the move documenting some unbelievable views. I'm envious of each and every one of you.
Must get outta dodge.
I got an e-mail this morning from a reader regarding yesterday's Spring fashion post. She asked:
"I love this look, but I want to accesorize it to fit my style. If you were going to add any accesories to this look, what would you choose?"
My answer: Keep it simple.
Note: Simple doesn't mean boring.
There are ways to be bold and still have your look feel uncluttered and effortless.
For example, consider the gold cuff (above). It's definitely a statement piece, but it's lines are clean and it won't compete with the leather-patched leggings which already command attention.
If you want to rock shades with the ensemble for the sunny spring season (sunshine, this your queue), keep their lines clean and their detailing minimal as well. Your bold, colorful lip is a feminine styling choice, so don't be afraid to go with a more masculine shade.
And a bag? I'd suggest one similar to this style. It's cross-body style keeps the look casual.
Via A Daily Something's Twitter feed, I just discovered that Cuyana currently has a killer ongoing promotion, Cuyana In Color. Entering is as simple as logging into your Pinterest account and pinning some of your favorite items from the latest additions to their collection. And, let's be honest, how many of you don't have a Pinterest window open in your browser already (if it's minimized because you are at work it still counts as having it open)?
Some of the items that I've pinned for the promotion are featured above.
Now, get to work! And by work, I mean pinning.
I spent a big chunk of Friday and Saturday in studio with Latvian model Karina DeJesus, as well as some of my other favorites: Peggy Wright, Jeff Downie and Peter Larson.
Above are a few sneak peaks from instagram, but I've got plenty of images lined up to share in the near future, so be sure to stop by!
Friday . . . Friday! Friday! Friday! Frrrriiiiiiiiiiidaaaaaaaaaay!
+ To all my ladies that suffer from migraines, throw ya hands up! I see you (through distorted vision and flashes of light)! Here are a few tips from Refinery 29 that I'm going to try the next time I'm down for the count.
+ If I had a child, it would be wearing this on Sunday.
+ This made me laugh . . . and feel uncomfortable about the "favorites" I have received on twitter.
+ People are more stressed about their jobs and money than having a health crisis or terminal illness. Whaaaat?
+ Come on down to Clevelandtown, everyone!
+ A GREAT post on file organization from Katie Evans, a Designlovefest contributor.
+ My brother recently signed with the Kitsap Pumas, a PDL Soccer team based in Seattle. 'Atta boy Neil! I'm pretty stoked because I'm really digging their logo. Therefore, I will wear the jersey. #designnerd
+ Ohhh nooo. My Toto Buggy (Otto) would looooooove this bed.
+ What 2,000 calories looks like. Some of these surprised me.
+ Ugly drugstore Easter basket turned lovely.
+ Design Milk started a new DIY column, and of course, the first project is top-notch DIY.
+ Yes.
+ Really wishing I could make it to this show.
Hey, Target! This Threshold line I've been seeing a lot of is pretty on point with what's trending in my life right now. I've purchased a few products from the line out of curiosity and intrigue and am beyond satisfied with the quality—especially this white organic blanket from the line. So, what I'm trying to say is: Keep being awesome and making good style affordable and accessible to all!
II / Criss cross rug
III / Wood tripod table lamp base - Shade available here.
IV / Iron gold bowl
V / Wood hurricane candle holder (Have 'em, love 'em!)
VI / Cream textured pillow (Have it, love it!)
VII / Natural root wood bowl
VIII / Acacia wine holder
4.3.2013
You're killin' me, Zara. Don't you know I'm trying to save up my monies?