parisienish

Goodbye friends...

2010-12-11T11:00:00.001-08:00

I'm leaving you. It's going to be a long time before I pick up this/another blog again, for a few reasons:

a. I don't have a computer at home.

b. I do not have the patience/focus for writing/researching other blogs/websites for a good amount of my day.

c. I would rather put together a tumblog of pictures and things for rapid-fire blogging instead of spending time on blogspot...oh, wait. I did make a tumblog!

http://taralllike.tumblr.com/ (taralike.tumblr was already taken.....what the heck)

This is mostly for me. I don't expect (whoever follows this blog) to diligently check this tumblr page, however, if you find my style inspiring, this is place to go for pictures and links, which is pretty much all I did with "parisienish"!

So anyways. Thank you for tuning in for the past 3 years. I've had a blast, and I look forward to future projects.

Until then - peace out, cubscouts.

Much love,

Tara

2010-11-24T06:24:00.000-08:00

via A Cup of Jo

i'm wondering...

2010-08-20T12:08:00.000-07:00

can i have this bathroom, please?

and this settee?

thanks.

images via design*sponge

oh, please!

2010-08-20T10:46:00.000-07:00

my boyfriend thinks i mess with my dog too much! *see below* this one's for you, O..... living proof that a mom inevitably messes with her children---

check out the rest of this baby picture-adventure, here. it's adorable and hilarious to think that a mom finds her napping baby so amusing.

* this is a game that Henry and i like to play called "COME GET IN THE SHOWER!" where i chase him around, pretending like i'm going to grab him and stick him in the tub. i love love love how he puts his ears back and sticks that one leg out. laugh. out. loud.

p.s. he does love it, i am not cruel.

via A Cup of Jo

aww...

2010-08-20T10:40:00.000-07:00

love this picture of my parents. it's hard to believe that a couple can still love each other this much after 30 years---

fashion Friday...

2010-08-20T09:16:00.000-07:00

some marvelous finds that i fancy---

*gorgeous*

images via Studded Hearts, because i'm addicted, bare style, le fashion and chic intuition

on inspiration...

2010-06-19T13:08:00.001-07:00

i'm not a wordy blogger but i've been thinking a lot about inspiration.

it's a dreamy, sometimes intimidating word. lately inspiration doesn't come easy, though i refuse to simply lay down and get caught up in the everyday humdrum;

rise
coffee
walk the dog
rinse
work
walk the dog
Dionysian pleasure
sleep

do you ever find yourself saying:

when does it get easier?

how can i make this work?

i need a vacation

thank God it's Friday

when you feel deflated, broke, disheartened, listless, squeezed and stretched in every direction

how can you take those feelings and use them for inspiration?
it comes in many forms; inspiration is not reserved for artistic pleasure.

humans are inspired when:

they hit a fast grounder past the shortstop

they scream into a pillow

they have a window seat that looks onto street

they make a really good batch of cookies

they are able to touch a flower they grew

they receive a great kiss

i have a continually shifting list of things that i love most. you should make a list too. i think you'll be surprised with what happens as you write.

here's mine:

birds that chirp at night

cold beer after work

antique stores / flea markets / yard sales

Pilot precise V7 rolling ball pen, black

old books

blank journals

blogs

irises*

reading spots

goat cheese

driving at night, aimlessly, listening to music**

IKEA

Samurai Jack

long showers

alpine meadows

Henry howling at the same two songs***

and finally, boogyin'

*also russian sage, rosemary, astillbe and any kind of groundcover
** i do this a lot
*** Fleet Foxes - He Doesn't Know Why and The Strange Boys - Heard You Want To Beat Me Up

at my job they're currently showcasing resident artwork. amongst a wealthy history of artists that have come and gone there is one woman in particular, a retired history teacher, who showcased some of her pieces.

an etching of a lion, a red barn hanging over a choppy river, a watercolor of a chickadee; in passing i told her that i loved the barn painting. she told me that she doesn't particularly like her own artwork but she does it just to do it.

art is very profound in that sense.

you don't have to be anybody or anything

you do art for you and if you're lucky you do it for some money.

and... if you're very lucky you inspire people.

so...

do it.

all images via tumblr.

i love Demetri Martin...

2010-06-19T12:56:00.001-07:00

Resort 2011...

2010-06-19T12:46:00.001-07:00

what a disappointing season. black, beige and blah. or over-the-top pastels and foofoo embellishments. i think the 2011 fashion scene is confused. regardless, here are some favorites---

and please let me give a shout-out to Emilio Pucci for this amazing outfit---

dream vacation: Havana...

2010-06-19T11:54:00.000-07:00

photography courtesy of Galen Frysinger and Dan Heller

Leander Johnson...

2010-06-19T09:50:00.000-07:00

my friend Maggie and i happened upon the new Corduroy Boutique at 59 Market Street in Portland, enticed by free beer and ultimately refreshed to see a rather unique artist. Leander Johnson; photographer, ethereal sound designer and creator of his Masculin/Feminin: 1966 zine. his moody photography gives off a sense of otherworldliness---

my favorite---

did i mention that he's 13?

learn more about Leander's current exhibit and Corduroy Boutique, here.

i miss you guys...

2010-06-17T08:56:00.000-07:00

blog post promises: this Saturday.

miss blogging as often as i used to.

unique to the core...

2010-06-05T11:08:00.000-07:00

the dining room of Robin Standefer and Stephen ALesch, via New York Times Style Magazine

Yelena Bryksenkova...

2010-06-05T10:56:00.000-07:00

how lovely are these? visit Yelena's website, here. there is much more to see. i am in awe of the watercolor/ink mix. her images have beautiful movement and i can almost smell the fields and flowers---

The Friendly Toast...

2010-04-17T14:32:00.000-07:00

my love for brunch runs deep, and every time i visit The Friendly Toast in Portsmouth i am reminded of this love.
the felt paintings, the hipster staff, the mimosas served in pint glasses... this is before i even mention the food---

my guy and i decided to gander down from Portland for yet another holy brunch experience. i had to take a picture of the specials because #3 is probably the pinnacle of brunch creations---

"#3 The Hot French Mess - Oui! A slice of our anadama french toast topped with a dollop of mashed potato (wait for it), a grilled banger, two fried eggs and a maple cayenne sauce"

obviously the BF ordered #3, i went for a chicken burrito---

oh, one more very important thing: if you visit The Friendly Toast you must absolutely get their sweet potato fries! fried to perfection, topped with brown sugar, tabasco sauce and served with sour cream to dip---

now i'm hungry. anyhoo, check out their website and VISIT. you'll thank me later.
p.s. they also have a location in Cambridge, MA.

St. Kilda jewelry...

2010-04-17T14:03:00.000-07:00

need i say anything? St. Kilda does some gorgeous work---

St. Kilda's website is pretty fantastic, so take a peek here. thanks Joanna at A CUP OF JO for the great find.

when black is better than bright color...

2010-04-17T11:17:00.000-07:00

checkered floors and frames---

[all images via Livingetc]

agreed? does anyone read this blog? will i ever receive comments?

just a thought.

too much space...

2010-04-17T10:36:00.000-07:00

...that cannot be filled correctly, even by a professional (Joe Nahem). this space doesn't encourage comfort, conversation or inspiring style. it's just...dying to look full.

a thought...

2010-04-10T13:36:00.000-07:00

have you ever looked at a space that has so much character you think it will start talking to you? maybe i've read too many decorating magazines---

[images via weheartit, Livingetc, i suwannee, verhext and {this is glamorous}]

Le Louvre...

2010-04-10T13:19:00.000-07:00

if i had a shop, you can bet this is what the front doors would look like.
[via The Sartorialist]

island themes...

2010-04-10T11:23:00.000-07:00

i feel warm breezes and i'm holding a cocktail in my island-y dreams. i also look fabulous in a bathing suit---

[images via Anthropologie and James Merrell]

stylist and photographer James Merrell...

2010-04-10T10:49:00.000-07:00

these pictures are incredibly inspiring. i want to go home and decorate. right now.

[images via James' website]

little works of art...

2010-04-10T10:01:00.000-07:00

from top left:
The Mountain Goats - The Life of the World to Come
Neon Indian - Psychic Chasms (great album title)
Wild Beasts - Two Dancers
The Antlers - Hospice
Bear in Heaven - Beast Rest Forth Mouth
The Morning Benders - Big Echo

[all images via Pitchfork]

BOOyah

2010-03-26T13:00:00.000-07:00

after a few weeks now i finally FINALLY figured out my username and password, no thanks to the Flickr team (hint hint....nudge)
so, on that happy note! let me share something pretty---

something soothing---

and something goofy---

see you again soon!

[images via Absolutely Beautiful Things, Helle Summer House and video is obviously...Henry, by me]

sadness...

2010-02-25T11:18:00.000-08:00

i cannot access my Flickr account. unfortunately i'm a tool and kept myself logged in long enough to forget every ounce of information that would allow me to log in.

so, friends, i am taking a break.

good news is: i have a new job on a completely different career path that starts Monday. i will continue with parisienish when i have a computer (most likely in the spring) and when i have the politically correct resources to do research.

if you would like to receive an email for my undoubtedly fantastic relaunch, CLICK HERE! and write "update me!" in the subject line.

until then, friends..... au revoir

[image via Peach Bee's tumblr, which you must absolutely check out]

floral rugs...

2010-02-10T11:11:00.000-08:00

who does them better than Anthropologie? seriously---

Grandiflora Rug starting at $498, here
Top Right: Hand-Knotted Rug starting at $398, here
Bottom Right: Roses Underfoot Dhurrie starting at $498, here

letting go of the past...

2010-02-10T10:11:00.000-08:00

i'm still so sad that Domino didn't last. i have a stash of the mags that i can't seem to let go and i'm going to go cut them up now.

moving on!

47 followers and counting...

2010-02-09T10:53:00.000-08:00

Check out "oh, how they come and go" ... my Tumblr!

converse?!

2010-02-09T10:49:00.000-08:00

i was fine with black low tops and you had to go and be awesome---

schmuesday...

2010-02-09T08:27:00.000-08:00

Schmonday and Schmuesday, here we are near the middle of the week and at the beginning of my work week.

and what did i do this weekend, you ask? NOTHING. i was all excited to get schtuff done and all i really accomplished was coffee-drinking and putting up flimsy shelves.

correction--- i took a picture of Henry:

weekend inspiration...

2010-02-06T14:37:00.000-08:00

pattern---

soothing bedroom colors---

a potrack of some sort---

red---

a desk area---

splattered paint---

and KICK ASS sofas---

images via i suwannee, design*sponge, The Selby, the style files, domino, coco & kelley

a weekend gift...

2010-02-06T14:24:00.000-08:00

i don't know about you but i totally dork out for iPhone wallpapers. this site by far has the best. Poolga gathered artists and designers from around the world to create these beautiful little masterpieces for the iPhone and iPod Touch.

side note: they are free.

here's a sampling of my favorites---

speaking of reading chairs...

2010-01-30T14:26:00.000-08:00

i am SO ordering this tomorrow! Weetzie Bat makes my soul smile.

hungover...

2010-01-30T14:12:00.000-08:00

...and drooling over the thought of an insanely comfy reading chair/chaise---

i'll take any of the above, please.. seriously. i need to invest. also---

how about THAT fabric mash-up?

i've eaten my weight in cruddy food, drank my weight in water and still want to just curl up in something warm and cozy.

via Lee Industries

today i love...

2010-01-30T12:21:00.000-08:00

Pampa High Leather Boots by Palladium, here

a veritable potpourri of pictures...

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and finally, my salon wall (sorry, potpourri) at the cottage---

images via Apartment Therapy, design*sponge, {this is glamorous} and stylist Hallie Burton

darlin'...

2010-01-27T08:58:00.000-08:00

let's stay at this hotel in Mexico---

via the style files

new blogs...

2010-01-27T08:44:00.000-08:00

i have to share these two new blogs that i absolutely adore.

Aubrey Road

a rare photo-heavy blog with inspiring images. i really enjoy the simplicity and unintimidating content. Jenny describes it as the "home of my favorite things". so great!

Weardrobe

speaking of unintimidating... everyday women sharing images of their unique outfits paired with a mini-shopping guide. again, so great!

Paris outfits No. 3

2010-01-26T13:47:00.001-08:00

if you're confused about the title, i do a recurring segment concerning perfect outfits, just for Paris. i know this may seem trite, but one of my regrets in life is not having a fabulous outfit when i was actually there, in Paris. when our tour leader said "comfortable" i took it very literally. someday i will go back there and i will look fantastic. these are my ideas---

be sure to also see---
Number 1
&
Number 2

images via The Sartorialist, WhatsHaute, Weardrobe, A Cup of Jo, Studded Hearts

shapes...

2010-01-26T13:44:00.001-08:00

color isn't the only thing that ties your room together.
via Apartment Therapy

c'est le weekend...

2010-01-22T14:48:00.001-08:00

enjoy yourselves!

here are a few things i've wanted to share---

yes, there is such a thing as sushi etiquette.

a perfect throw for reading.

such a gnarly new trend in fashion.

totally sexy speakers.

i completely agree with Decorno and the comments are PRICELESS. yeowch.

something about this title warms my soul.

definitely one of my favorite Selby tours so far.

umm, book belts are back? that's awesome.

not necessarily my style, but i must say it's a stunning before & after cottage.

sometimes you don't know why something is so beautiful, it just is.

today i love...

2010-01-22T14:43:00.000-08:00

this entry way---

this kitchen sink area (and styling)---

and this curtain---

all images via The Little Big House

i must say...

2010-01-22T14:38:00.000-08:00

curvy redheads on TV = AWESOME

etsy furniture...

2010-01-20T09:39:00.000-08:00

i wish i could spend money on furniture right now. you don't know how awesome furniture is until you don't have any, seriously.

to soothe my furniture fix i decided to peruse some etsy furniture. there is a wide range, which isn't really surprising being etsy and all. anything from overpriced vintage to reasonable refurbished, you can find it there.

in any case, here is a roundup of my favorites, which i would totally snag for my new place---

White Oak Entry Table, by BrianDobler

Dragon Slayer Rocking Chair, by sprucehome

Koa Desk, by nativesonart

Contour Chair, by coldfiled

Thru-Block Wooden Coat Rack, by wuda

Vintage Factory Cart Coffee Table, by brandmojointeriors

and finally, the seriously awesome Doris Day Boudoir Chair, again by sprucehome (check out their shop! talk about some talented ladies)

forest murals...

2010-01-15T08:47:00.000-08:00

there is something retro and cool about giant forest murals. my inspiration below from emma's designblogg---

mmm, so soothing.

i found a couple from muralsyourway.com that i would use. with bright reds and blues, this would be sweet to play with. anyone have other resources?

inspired by...

2010-01-07T10:19:00.000-08:00

greenery---

black details---

and this awesome Scandinavian chair for sale on the Maine craigslist---

[images via coco & kelley, Bliss, Stylist Sibella Court, emmas designblogg and Apartment Therapy]

Carolina Herrera, Pre-Fall 2010...

2010-01-07T10:12:00.000-08:00

absolutely stunning. i love the cut of the first dress and the geometric pattern is wild but perfect. any source of color in the very bleak Portland, Maine is savored. too bad it isn't summer now!
[via coco & kelley}

stylist Christine Rudolph...

2010-01-05T14:24:00.001-08:00

i wish i could squish her talent into a peach and eat it---

see her portfolio, here.
[via decor8]

hm...

2010-01-02T11:36:00.000-08:00

yes, please.
[via Living etc.]

Dream Home No. 3...

2010-01-02T11:31:00.000-08:00

love the video and love that crazy woman...
[via Bjork.com]

Hoss Intropia...

2009-12-29T11:45:00.000-08:00

i love everything about this outfit---

via {a glamorous little side project}

the new pad...

2009-12-29T11:23:00.000-08:00

well, i guess you can't really call it new but i really like it. there are two nice things i can point out with the new pad:
1. the trim and doors are original, with original stain.
2. space.
ok, 3 things:
3. it's in Portland!
i'm not going to say what i don't like about the place because i believe in a can-do attitude. this is what i can afford and i will eventually make it look fantastic. the key is going to be paint and RUGS. lots of rugs.
here's the tour---
Living Room

Kitchen

2nd Bedroom (in search for the perfect Portland roomie)

My Bedroom

Bathroom

Christmas sales...

2009-12-26T10:48:00.001-08:00

i am the kind of person who would give my left leg to avoid the Mall before and after Christmas. luckily i was pleasantly surprised to find lots of great sales at Crate & Barrel when a little ole' email popped into my Inbox. with no rush for Christmas shipping, these gifts would be great for next year right now!

1. Meret Serving Set, now $24.95
2. Mosaic Flower Pillow, now $39.95
3. Set of 4 Agate Ornaments, now $9.90
4. Set of 4 Rustic Leaf Ornaments, now $7.98
5. Felt Bird Ornament, now $1.48
6. Ishi Plate, now $1.50
7. Zoe Tumblers, now $4.95 each

Dear Santa No. 6...

2009-12-23T11:27:00.000-08:00

A Detacher Knee Socks, via The NYT Style Blog

what makes me giggle...

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Angelica Huston's living room back in the day, via Architectural Digest

Dear Santa No. 5...

2009-12-23T11:16:00.000-08:00

Wine Carafe, i totally lost my source... source TBA!

Dear Santa No. 4...

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1. Well Stud-ied Heels via ModCloth, here
2. Floral Velvet Booties via Osborn Design Studios, here
3. Rosepea via Irregular Choice, here
4. Lanvin Stitched Pump via Barney's, here

gold details...

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all images via {this is glamorous}

giant photographs...

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they work.

Paris outfits No. 2...

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via Vain & Vapid, Le Fashion, petitecouer tumblr, and Studded Hearts

Dear Santa No. 3...

2009-12-04T11:07:00.000-08:00

La Mer Oversized Vintage Watch, via Urban Outfitters

etsy shop of the month...

2009-11-20T07:29:00.001-08:00

my dear friend Jeb Knight has finally established a fantastic Etsy site with a whole bunch of new earth-inspired original (yes, original) watercolors. Jeb's art is much more beautiful in person than you can imagine, and starting at $45 per piece it's definitely worth taking a peek.
see the entire shop here---

choices, choices...

2009-11-19T13:12:00.000-08:00

Eames or Modcloth?

when white doesn't scare me / when it does...

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all images via Hallie Burton

Dear Santa-Dog...

2009-11-18T08:49:00.001-08:00

Found My Animal is an organization that enthusiatically supports dog adoption. their rope leashes are beautiful and they donate 25% of the profits to the Louis Animal Foundation, a unique non-profit group dedicated to spaying/neutering and providing homes for animals who have not yet ‘found’ their people.
be sure to check out their amazing gallery of adopted dogs.

if i had $2000...

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i would buy a galaxy quilt---

via jimmy mcbride

mmmmm...

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via weheartit

Judy's Cottage, Apartment Therapy...

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here are my favorite details---
efficient and stylish mudroom:

glossy milk chocolate bathroom tiles:

Petrie sofa perfection:

beautiful. see the article here.

Dear Santa, No.2...

2009-11-17T10:03:00.000-08:00

Vintage Leather iPhone case, via Cretouch

song of the day...

2009-11-12T08:05:00.000-08:00

my hair hopes...

2009-11-10T13:53:00.001-08:00

via Studded Hearts, if you're looking for a fantastic fashion blog this is it.

Supermarket Sarah...

2009-11-10T13:43:00.000-08:00

ah, to have a vintage store right in your living room. check out Supermarket Sarah. so inspiring. i must do this one day.

inspiration: cute kitchens...

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19 followers and counting...

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have you seen my Tumblr yet?

Dear Santa...

2009-11-10T12:53:00.000-08:00

Vegan Feather Earrings by Jessie Williams, via Edge of Urge

city style...

2009-10-03T07:21:00.000-07:00

via The Sartorialist

just to make myself clear...

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i don't like this room---

but i do like the Lee Jofa "Twister Print" fabric on those pillows---

[image via House Beautiful]

before & after - DIY guest, Rachel Dulude

2009-10-02T11:31:00.001-07:00

this is one of Rachel's very first furniture DIY projects (and blog appearances I'm guessing). Rachel is a very talented woman, whether it be with acting (we went to school together), sewing (she was a costumer at Trinity Rep. in Providence), or any other creative projects for that matter. the girl's got style.

not to mention she is one of my besties so she must be awesome at everything.

congrats, Rach! you've done a fine job on your first of many projects---

and there it is...

2009-10-02T11:16:00.000-07:00

the rug for my kitchen...

au revoir, summer...

2009-09-24T12:55:00.000-07:00

hey folks. lots of fantastic stuff coming soon!

in the meantime, i've created this tiny nautical-themed homage to decorating---

new, part 2...

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West Elm---

Jersey Pillow Shams

Sheepskin Pouf

Dove Gray Parsons Cube Side Table

Nailhead Linen Window Panel

Creator's Inn, Stockholm...

2009-07-25T14:07:00.000-07:00

Elvine and Scandic Malmen offer visiting creators free accommodation in Stockholm

"The Gothenburg-based clothing label Elvine and the hotel Scandic Malmen launch the hotel concept ‘Creators Inn’ in Stockholm on the 1st August. The Creators Inn is the worlds first “hotel-in-hotel” complete with its own design and unique details.

An overnight at Creators Inn offers all the standard features and comfort associated with a modern hotel but the crucial difference is that you as a guest do not have to pay anything. The aim with Creator’s Inn is to promote the local area and give something back to travelling creators whose presence contributes to a more interesting city, whether they are in a band, DJ, designer, artist, writer etc.

– “We are your friend. is Elvine’s core ideal, and as a friend it offers its guests, obviously shelter. It feels great to extend our hospitality and be able to take the concept on to Stockholm,” says Johan Johnsen, marketing director for Elvine.

Potential guests from within Sweden or the world are able to apply for short-term accommodation at www.creatorsinn.com. A selection of room guests throughout the project will be documented and presented on the website.

Read more about the Creators Inn by Elvine at: www.creatorsinn.com and see past guests to the Gothenburg Creators Inn. Stockholm is the first time this project is housed within an existing hotel."

Happy Birthday Kendyl...

2009-07-25T14:01:00.001-07:00

My niece turns 1 today. I can't believe how fast this year went by...

2009-07-23T14:41:00.001-07:00

thought it would be fun to play with Tumblr.
also, have you seen Petite Jolie? we are verrry open to emails filled with stuff that you can't buy but want to share.

a seriously girly Modcloth outfit...

2009-07-21T09:26:00.000-07:00

...just cause.
[The K-Fedora $24.99, Legend of the Hidden Earrings $11.99, Rivulet Dress $59.99, Train Hopping Bag $69.99, Flava Watch $34.99, Unicorn Princess Heels $119.99]

so soft...

2009-07-21T09:15:00.000-07:00

... i'm hungover and tired, wishing i could curl up and take a nap in this bed.
[via House Beautiful]

wooden beams, part 2...

2009-07-18T14:10:00.000-07:00

[via The Style Files]

wooden beams...

2009-07-18T13:47:00.000-07:00

this house looks like my second dream house (please refer to the first). soft, romantic and casual, a house you could grow old in. the best feature hands down are the raw wooden beams. they are so delighful---

if it were my house i wouldn't have bothered with those colorful pillows (eek)---

on another note, these window boxes are incredible. something like this would help my cottage's curbside appeal immensely---

[via House Beautiful]

white telephones...

2009-07-18T13:44:00.000-07:00

stayin' classy. i wish i had a land line just so i could have one.

c'est le weekend...

2009-07-02T12:31:00.001-07:00

[image via Funambula]

beautiful summer imagery...

how can my customers haggle over candlesticks when people are buying this?!

you've been warned: white furniture messes with your head...

this makes me giggle: a friendship flag...

Nick Olsen has a new home for blogging, yaaaaay...

a map: Generic Names for Soft Drinks... [p.s. what the hell is going on in New Mexico?]

a magnificent depiction of Monticello by illustrator, Maira Kalman

and on that note----- Happy 4th of July everyone! here is Sam the American Eagle (my favorite muppet as a youngin') paying tribute to my favorite holiday:

did you know...

2009-06-23T13:47:00.001-07:00

that Bo has a baseball card?

i know...

2009-06-23T13:17:00.000-07:00

you think i'm a fashion blogger now but alas, i am not. i've just been fashion-crazy this week. the latest resort collections have been dazzling and inspiring. all of these dress pairs have something in common, besides the fact that they're my favorites from Resort 2010-----
crisp boldness:

airy and sweet:

and a touch of neon:

Catherine Ledner...

2009-06-20T13:36:00.000-07:00

i have a feeling that her and i are soulmates. some of my favorites from Animal House-----

Resort 2010...

2009-06-20T11:39:00.000-07:00

Here is a selection of my favorites. I love couture and RTW but Resort invokes a certain comfort level of the imagination.
I wish the entire 3.1 Phillip Lim collection was in my closet-----

Chris Benz-----

obviously, DVF-----

Lela Rose-----

Rachel Roy (love the background color)-----

and of course, Zac Posen. it was like an episode of Weeds, i never wanted it to end-----

a short playlist...

2009-06-17T15:01:00.000-07:00

let's do this...

2009-06-17T13:49:00.000-07:00

with these...

and throw in two other pairs of my favorite shoes from TopShop. mkay?

[from TopShop: Sophia, Vivid Flat and Havanna Sandal, outfit via The Kooples]

everyone is loving...

2009-06-17T11:11:00.000-07:00

Stella McCartney's Resort 2010 Collection. here are my favorites-----

[via Fashion Bananas]

M.I.A."Boyz" video shoot...

2009-06-17T09:39:00.000-07:00

I love her music and I love love love her style. These pictures from the video shoot in Jamaica are great. It's instantly a super day when I listen to "Boyz" in the morning-----

you know you want to listen to it-----

Happy Birthday, Henry...

2009-06-11T08:59:00.000-07:00

Henry is 2 today.
he was born on a farm in Missouri and they nicknamed him "The Duke". he had another brother which they nicknamed "The Hoss". to my horror, the breeder shipped him to Portland, Oregon instead of Maine and it took the 8 week old pup 22 hours to get to Boston. the whole situation was awful. i was fighting with my roomate and didn't want him to come home to a hostile environment so i was staying at my parents house.
my Mom and i picked him up at 2:30 in the morning at Logan. we were looking around frantically for this puppy and as i was standing in a line i saw a crate and a droopy, exhausted dog with ears touching his paws. he yelped and i ran over to him. Mom and i took him into the bathroom and propped him up on the counter. he was shaking and so confused and tired after a terrible experience. we cleaned him up and got into the car. i'll never forget him and i in the back seat. he was so tiny and fragile that i thought i would break him if i wasn't careful. now, Hank the Tank can literally knock people over if they sit on the floor.
if you have a dog, you know what i mean when i say that they are the best. sometimes he'll be sitting on the floor staring at me and i can't help but stare back and say "i just love you".

Samurai Jack...

2009-06-09T11:19:00.000-07:00

breathtakingly imaginative.
[via PUMML]