Fun fact: not many people know this, but I am classically trained and can sing opera, although I haven’t taken a lesson in a few years now…very recently, however, I have been wanting to get back into it. Hence today’s mood board.
A silly snapshot from last year’s Thanksgiving. Looking forward to time with friends and family again this year :}
A lovely holiday to you and yours!
xo
Just received an email this afternoon from IMG that it’s already time for press/industry registration to open on Monday (11/28) for the F/W 2012 collections. Um, woah?! Where did the time fly. Feels like I just finished recovering from September!
Either way, I’m pretty #excited
local fashion fixes
Let’s face it, being a fashion-loving gal and living in the Worcester, Mass. area is a far (okay, remote) cry from the fashion capital of New York City. Not to mention the fact that Boston was recently voted “worst dressed city” by GQ (ouch). I can say, however, that all is not lost.
A year or so ago, I discovered two consignment shops – pretty much next door to one another – on Harrison Street in Worcester’s Canal District: Alexis Grace and Blackstone Vignettes. Now I will say (speaking as a nitpicking graphic designer) that after viewing both of their websites, I wasn’t very hopeful but I can tell you not to judge a book by its cover, especially in this case. Both shops offer a great variety of both vintage and modern finds for very affordable prices.
Alexis Grace is my favorite! The staff is so sweet and helpful; I always end up having a good laugh with them about something. Not only that, but I almost always come home with something: great jewelry, a gorgeous vintage Dior blouse and vintage fur coat, many shoes – and my absolute favorite find: an Alexander McQueen scarf (in the box with its original tags and receipt from Harvey Nichols). And as I said before, the prices are really reasonable!
Practically next door is Blackstone Vignettes. Much smaller in size, it feels more like you’re exploring the expanses of your grandmother’s walk-in closet. I personally find it pricier than Alexis Grace, but I’d say it’s fair due to the large amount of higher-end vintage clothing and accessories. The jewelry is to die for. I’ve bought many a gift here for friends who love vintage finds and never been disappointed. And the owner actually prefers offbeat and unusual pieces, so even if you don’t buy, you’ll have fun just looking around and taking it all in.
As an avid thrifter, I really appreciate both of these stores because it’s a nice change from scouring the racks at say, Salvation Army or Savers, where you only score a nice find every once in a while . So, if you’re free on a weekend and itching to splurge, head over and give them a try.
Ever have one of those days where you feel like Michael Douglas in Falling Down? Well, I do. And today was one of them.
I’m not sure why people are all up in arms about Kristen Stewart’s new GQ cover. I don’t really find the shot all that flattering. They must have missed her W stunner…or perhaps they just didn’t recognize her!
Just checked out the All Saints Fall 2011 collection lookbook and I am totally lusting after their “Allegra” dress ($650). It’s pieces like these that credit cards are made for ;)
I don’t care what anyone says, Tim Burton’s Batman Returns is the best film in the series (okay, or just my personal favorite). Mostly because Michelle Pfeiffer is one mean Catwoman. I just rewatched it this past Friday night; gets me every time.
Speaking of that, I’ve heard Anne Hathaway has been cast as the latest actress to take on the role of Selina Kyle. I was surprised at this news, but I am hoping she surprises me. We shall see…!
http://logopond.com/
I came across this site randomly a long time ago while doing some inspirational research of my own for a freelance job. The gallery is great for browsing!
It’s been a while (aka trying to curb my bad spending habits) but I finally decided to look through my entire Shop It To Me ”sailmail” and I’m quite glad I did since this lovely pair of flatforms showed up from Nine West. I love the laces and zipper as well as the detailing up the side.
They’re so manrepeller, I must have them.
…and wear them with black tights (gotta think ahead here people).
PS: if you don’t have Shop It To Me, I would definitely get on that! It’s like having a free online personal shopper…which can be deadly…but there’s no harm in “just browsing” right? Right!
