Melissa Moss's work is wonderfully strange and beautiful in a "day of the triffids" way. What marvelous colors! … [Read more...]
lime | light
The inspiration for this blog came from the fabulous green bag by Amy Butler. I somehow made it on to Amy's mailing list, and was pleasantly surprised by a splash of color and pattern. These other fantastic designers have been on my design radar for a while now; I love it when a theme comes together. CLOCKWISE: : lime pearl bag, $112, Amy Butler : jax leather cuffHolly … [Read more...]
cash + carry
Now, boys, it is okay not to stuff those pant pockets with e v e r y t h i n g. I know there is a little bit of a "don't ask, don't tell" policy when it comes to "man bags". I sometimes suspect that there isn't a laptop in that slim and sleek laptop case - but wallet, phone, keys...maybe even some lip balm. Your secret is safe with me....as long as I don't have to wait 30 … [Read more...]
reveal + conceal
There is something incredibly poetic about Nendo's Hanabi lamp shade featured in this months' Dwell. The lamp "blooms" with the warmth of the bulb. A design is so simple, yet so beautiful; when grouped, as for the 2006 Milan Salone, it is pure art. The "pillow", based on a Japanese anemone box, twists down to conceal treasures....or clutter. Beautiful & functional, I can … [Read more...]
collar + cuffs
Okay boys, I admit, I get a little bit carried away looking at things that I want to buy for me. So, here's something to inject a little independent spirit into (or out of) your closet. (Warning: contains some mild patterns and explicit color. Discretion is advised.) CLOCKWISE (from top left) : "21" screenprinted vintage tie, $24, Tymbal : beetle cufflinks, $42, … [Read more...]