Monthly Archives: March 2009
Just a bit over the top
Theatrical, really. Had these fine feathered headpieces custom made by Alice Hart. Not really the type of thing you wear on casual Friday. But definitely the type of thing you wear to the ballet. Love how peacock feathers are the … Continue reading
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Right now on repeat
Been listening to “No One Does It Like You” by Department of Eagles over and over and over. Take a look at the video which premiered at MoMA in NYC last week. It’s, um, hauntingly beautiful (sorry). Thanks Kyle.
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I’m not much of a do-it-myselfer
I prefer to ask people who are actually talented with sewing machines, glue guns and millgrain lathe tools to create things for me. So this week will be all about those custom-made pieces. Like this dress I had made out … Continue reading
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Absolute mama’s boy
I didn’t realize how much Leroy had changed until I stumbled upon this photo. His ears were so floppy, his fur so fuzzy (and his paws so huge). Thought I’d include a shot of someone who still weighs 8 lbs. … Continue reading
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For years I have had this clipping at my desk
And for years the man on the right has been making me smile. Because I have his entire outfit. From the hat I bought in the men’s department of Century 21 in New York. To the Hunter Wellies which came … Continue reading
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My five favourite vintage shops
Four are in Vancouver, one is in Seattle. Where are yours? 1. Deluxe Junk in Gastown, Vancouver 2. Pesky Peacocks on 16th, Vancouver 3. Bohemia Gallery (3243 Main Street, Vancouver) 4. Legends (4366 Main Street, Vancouver) 5. Fremont Vintage Mall … Continue reading
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Because I love to dance
And because I love Swedish pop bands, I’ll be listening to the Tough Alliance all weekend. P.S. Something Special is my favourite song. It’s not on their MySpace page, but you can listen to it on emusic.
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Who thinks pleats are neat?
I do! I do! Found this little beauty at Deluxe Junk in Vancouver and had it shortened (significantly) so I could wear it all the time (like every night in Vegas last summer). I don’t have a before shot so … Continue reading
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A sophisticated safari
would call for an outfit just like this one. Love her bag. Love her belt. And especially love her necklace. Which is by Taisa Anderson whose work is not only beautiful, but has a great story behind it.
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Next, I need to start on my collection of dining room chairs
Love the character that mismatched chairs add to a dining room. Like these ones from Design*Sponge.
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