A wool bikini from the 1940s at the Met. I will be heading to the Bahamas tomorrow for a family vacation in Bimini and how fun would a high-waisted bikini have been?

I pass by this shoe in the Catherine Malandrino window when I take the long way home from work, and suddenly I picture a lot of dancing in a tropical place (somewhere in cuba perhaps?) with good friends, amazing music and lovely dresses. Successful design that really does tell a story.

I'm a sucker for all things embroidery, especially from far away lands. Recently we've been overexposed to lots of beautiful Ikat patterns, making them a little less exciting. Suzani (above) refers to this style of Persian embroidery, which is slowly making its presence known on accent chairs and pillows. My mom has a giant one hanging in the entrance of our house, and its a nice way to cover a bare wall, without having to invest paintings, posters, and framing....ebay has some good ones. Image from AmiraRugGallery.

Greetings from Miami, I came into town for a wedding tomorrow and then hosting a lingerie shower at a pole dancing studio for a friend on Sunday. Anyway, in the spirit of Miami, I introduce Ambra Medda, I don't her know personally, but her sense of style is just the right amount of ecclectic, and recently Paris Vogue did a Miami issue, with a style profile on her. Not only is she gorgeous, but she is also runs Art Loves Design during Art Basel, held in the Design District. Basically the focus of her event is a celebration of contemporary design that just barely could fall under fine art, but more in the industrial design world. And she's not even 30 yet.

I am a bit picky when it comes to basics. For example Hanes white v-necks seem to flatter everyone but me. Same with tanks, I just have a hard time with them. Yesterday I found this one, and I think I might get some more. 5.99 on the Old Navy website. Trust me, its very flattering. Also picked up a cute linen skirt in the sale rack. oldnavy.com

I would be excited to get my hands on this. Maybe carlo can bring me a copy since he is currrently in Germany. Its the first issue of a bi-annual publication called Apartamento, dedicated to the living and working areas of people, that stay pretty real and aren't styled by a decorator (supposedly).

More white shoes. I saw a girl wearing these last night at the Le Book thing, and they looked so good. Acne Jeans Ziara.

Get one now, the very structured bustier. This one is from Bodkin, a new line based out of Brooklyn, we can probably find some interesting ones on ebay. While you are at it pick up Dita Von Teese's book, The Art of the Burlesque. She is insane, I love it. I read it two years ago (and got it signed by her at Harrods!) When she wrote the book she was still married to Marilyn Manson, so it may sound outdated, but she really knows her stuff. It breaks down the make up techniques of each decade, and the style of dress of each era. I don't dress like her at all, but it was cool to see the line at Harrod's full of girls that looked like they just walked out of a Dick Tracy movie. Not to mention she gives a great historical breakdown of Burlesque dancing.

Photo by Tom Hines

I will be attending this tonight, even though I'm not really sure what it is, I guess just a networking thing. I have a lot of freelance stuff going on that I'm pretty excited about, and wouldn't mind meeting a few more people. I hope one day I can just work out of my apartment! I also wish I had made some new business cards...

I have been eyeing this book at McNally's for some time now, and I just might get it. Dressing the Home:The Private Spaces of Top Fashion Designers, its pretty much self-explanatory. DVF's ecclectic living room, Christian Louboutin's extravagant interiors, and Vanessa Bruno's Marais apartment, that is absolutely to die for. The images below are of the latter, but they are from an old British Elle Decor. I would never leave my house.

An image from the current exhibit at the Galerie Emmanuel Perrotin in Miami for Cary Kwok. Actually if you are Paris, check out the Aya Takano show. I saw it in Miami, and its amazing. I'm going to try to join my gallerina friend for their Paris opening in October where Pharell will be exhibiting his "chairs", should be a fun time!

I have only been to Milan once, so I really don't know what is where mapwise, but last time I was there I went to 10 Corso Como which is hands down my favorite store in the world. I just remember it wasn't in the center of town, which made an even more unexpected find. The own Carla Sozzani has a gallery (Galeria Carla Sozzani), a cafe, a bookshop, and the enormous boutique all in this semi-fort hidden under foliage. The compound also has a small hotel three rooms called 3 Rooms. Anyway, the store has everything, but well-edited everything, amazing jewelry, bags, shoes, books, furniture, and for me it is way cooler than Colette, yet doesn't get much hype. It helps that her sister, Franca, is the editor-and-chief of Italian Vogue. This is a MUST if you happen to be in Milan. I also love the hand-drawn logo, the whole store is black and white circles, dots, and designs. Apparently Carla's boyfriend Kris Ruhs did the logo.

The Alexander Wang/Uniqlo collaboration hit the stores this week, I picked up the black dress, but I need to get it majorly shortened..for some reason (aka my height) the hemline hits just below my knee lol...
photo from teenvogue.com

Fell in love with this Lyell "Tap Suit" at the store this weekend. This nice picture doesn't do it justice.

Carlo's early birthday present, so fun to ride, I think I want one too. We're just trying to figure out where to keep it, because its a bit bright to keep on the street, so unfortunately it would probably get stolen.

Picked up a lot of vintage this month..


From my last visit to Flamingo Plaza in Miami.

The naked lady carlo had to carry around all day hehe.

Carlo and I had a nice Sunday in Ft. Greene with Jenny and Soren, first stop at the Brooklyn flea, which was packed. Jenny picked up some dresses and a nice bag, I picked up a portrait for the apartment. Then we went for corn and too many frozen margaritas at Habana Outpost...followed by a visit to Jen at Bonita. Back in my neighborhood we hung out on the rooftop with the neighbors and had late dinner at Lovely Day. Great company!

I really like Alyssa Norton's jewelry.

Acne Guide dress and Rachel Comey shoes via Totokaelo.com

OAK is making markdowns....They just put out their second issue of their publication "oakazine". The art direction is cute, they hired some swedes to guest edit/design it but its not very original. Its like the urban outfitters copy of ACNE paper.

cute ring at steven alan. they also have nice vintage jewelry.

I pass by this shop all the time walking on Lafayette, and its so dark and intense that I find myself often intimidated. The funny thing is, I think this is one of the coolest stores in New York. Bess. It used to be a Keith Karing store but is now the home of Doug and Bess Abraham's amazing jewelry designs. He apparently is in charge of the Ralph Lauren jewelry collection, but you would never know bc this store is anything but waspy. Aside from the jewelry, they have vintage t-shirts, random posters and sculptures, and my favorite, their studded collection of jeans and shoes.They play good music too.

photo: Pierce Jackson for PaperMagazine

White Chukkas at Supreme ( along with red, blue, and black) on May 22nd. I like the red ones too.

Running out during lunch to the Steven Alan sample sale turned out to be a good idea....

Also today I was invited by Patricia from BobbleBee to meet some other bloggers including Jenny and Soren from Copenhagen Street Style and the host of the gathering, Craig from Altamiranyc. It was nice to meet you guys...

On sale at Nine West, the most comfortable shoes I've worn in a while. Get some!

I know Spring is here, but leave it to me to bid on this...

Just won these Vera napkins on Ebay...perfect for summer, after I get them washed a few times.

I finally found cushions for the chair, and on sale hehe...Muji had these pillow cases 70% off, although I had to buy the inside, but either way, I love animal print, and the khaki linen makes zebra a little more tolerable.


My bookcase isn't really a new addition, I've had it for like 2 months, but just wanted to share. I got in the Annex Flea Market in Chelsea on a Sunday afternoon. I like going around that time because the vendors just want to get rid of stuff at that point so they'll knock off a lot from the price. Sure you don't get first pick on things, but you get really good deals.

Tracy Feith is down the street from me, and I walk in there at least once a week just to see the colors. Especially with the never-ending cold. His dresses are spectacular, the fabrics, the color combinations. This guy knows his stuff, its strange we don't read much about him. His creative director came out in Vogue this month, and I met her at the store this weekend, so nice, and so freaking cool. Anyway. In the spirit of summer I'm going to try to get some T. F. Vibes in the apartment.

Want to get this. Brooklyn Modern:Architecture, Interiors, and Design by Diana Lind.

Acne Studios just opened up a shop in Soho, and I think these are quite nice. They have a pair of white shoes as well that are awesome, but I guess they sold out because they aren't for sale. Anyway. Acne always gets it right. and don't get me started on their publication....

photo from DumboNYC

My friend Kristia and I paid a visit to the Brooklyn Flea this weekend. It was packed, and a nice start, but I must agree with a few others about thehigh prices. I was totally broke, so couldn't buy anything regardless, but they did have some nice teacups with hand painted Chinese motifs that I was eyeing, the price was right, as well as some funky 1960s glasses that could've doubled as an alternative to champagne flutes. I will definitely be going back! Would love to have a table, but what would I sell???

Ryan McGinley opening tonight at 83 Grand, photos will be on display for the next month.

happy belated easter. I spent the weekend visiting my aunt and uncle in mt.laurel/cherry hill, NJ. We also took a drive around central Philadelphia, where Carlo had never been, so that fun. And amazing food! My cousin is a great cook...

This typeface is pretty great. By Vandasye

I've been majorly procrastinating so here's a list of things I would like to get done in the apartment before summer. I know I've put things off, when I just received the notice if I want to renew my lease. Already!

1. paint my walls
2. set up a work area in my apartment
3. find some fun champagne flutes
4. upholster the cushions on my chair
5. find some nice stuff to hang on my walls


http://www.vandasye.com/

Beautiful ad for Sonia Rykiel

Good stuff for men. and Taxidermy!

Embroidery as art by Takashi Iwasaki. I just want to wear it.

This month's Domino features the 10 Favorite things of stylist Linda Rodin. On the list, rose pillows from my favorite shop, A Detacher on Mott Street. I love love love the color palette she has going on in this image from the New York Times.

happy st. paddy's day.

Yesterday it was decided this historic Coppertone Ad would not be put away forever. This ad one of my favorite things to see when being driven as a kid to my friends house in Miami Beach. It was decided that they would take it town to refurbish it, then put it back in its original location. Apparently Coppertone was developed by a phamacist in Miami many years ago. Right now I am awake solely because my sunburn is so bad! I need to come home more often.

Julian Schnabel knows pink. Vanity Fair visits his Palazzo Chupi in the West Village. I love the colors.

greetings from miami.I am home for a few days hoping to get some sun and enjoy friends and family...