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Clogged Duct

February 8, 2012 //
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During my “maternity leave,” my Sis In Law schooled me on the wonderful world of Pinterest. I invite you all to join me in this madness. I even got Jon obsessed, but for those of you who know him, that’s no shocker. He is super into visuals, to say it nicely. I am slowly making a “Covet Board” for myself of all the things I want for Spring that I hope to fit into down the road. But for now, the only things I can tolerate trying on are shoes and clutches. The rest is all American Apparel at the moment because let’s face it, I’ve just been hanging out with Cleo and reality television. Here, Acne’s fresh take on clogs for Spring, a brand I used to carry at my shop. Pinned!

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Case in Point

December 28, 2011 //
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After my Banana case fell, like, twelve times, I figured it was time to get my IPhone a new outfit. But since I pull it out so often, I wanted it to be a good one.  When I saw this Swash case on netaporter, I had an Ooh La La moment, a rare occurrence with something as plebeian as an IPhone accessory. Designed by a scarf company, you can easily see why it’s so gorge. Now when you want to show off your gawgeous kids by way of the Hipstamatic application, (I maintain that all children look cuter through a vintage lens,) you can also show off your gawgeous phone. Instant upgrade!

 

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You’re Welcome

December 20, 2011 //
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I feel as if I am constantly apologizing for my greasy hair. Let’s just say that getting Gemma to gymnastics winter camp in Culver City at 9AM has not been a good look for me. And I often wish I had a decorative headband to pull it all together. I would team it less with a peter pan collar and more with a slouchy sweatshirt as headbands can be a dangerous accessory. Tread lightly! Anyhoo, I am recently intrigued by www.boticca.com, which sells (mostly) accessories from designers around the world, all for under 500 bones. I tripped upon this little hair gem and wonder if it would be a nice addition to my every-other-day-ish washed hair.

 

 

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Columbian Brew

December 8, 2011 //
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I read once that Carine Roitfeld hates bags because she thinks “they’re ugly.” I’m a little obsessed with that notion, as I kind of  have to agree. And that statement excludes a great clutch, which she says she prefers…We’re like soul mates! I always struggle with finding a unique bag that isn’t so over-produced or over-editorialized (I left those “It” items behind in my twenties, when a Accessories Editor friend convinced me that I’d tire of the Dior bag shape that resembled a guitar.) True that. So when I found these artful, Colombian-designed bags from Silvia Tcherassi, I became giddy. I think the strategy with these carry-alls is to team them with a fresh leather jacket or chunky knit sweater, not a maxi skirt or let’s say, anything patchwork. And while it looks small, the measurements ensure space for all the necessary fixins: Art To Go sets, a mini cardigan and snacks du jour. And I checked, it’s not at Barney’s…

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Spring Awakening

November 29, 2011 //
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I remember as a boutique owner getting unusually excited over finding brands that my partner and I loved and thought would work well in the mix. At times we didn’t care how they’d be received if they were just too cool to pass up. Other times we’d find things so right for the LA market, that they became a no-brainer. Yesterday I tripped upon a Brazilian designer called Gilda Midani whose line is a combo of both “too cool” and “perfect-for-my-LA-life.” Sadly she isn’t sold many places yet so I’ll have to wait until she explodes a bit more (which takes the excitement out of finding someone under-the-radar.) For Spring there’s no shortage of bright harem pants and flare-sleeve tops, weekend clothes at their best.

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Rain Dance

November 6, 2011 //
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I love when it rains in LA because it’s always big news. No but literally, the news will say that a “storm is coming,” and then when there is a slight downfall, people stand by the window and talk about it as if it were Irene.  So on a day it happened to rain, I had a work-related meeting in Santa Monica (which turned out to be sunny upon my arrival,) and was bummed that I wasn’t wearing a cooler pair of rain boots (I am officially over my Hunters.) I was recently introduced to these cool Ilse Jacobsen styles with ties that you can lace up half way, making them look even cooler. Tossed over tights and a floral dress and you’ve got yourself one rainy day look.

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Undercover Angel, Midnight Fantasy

September 1, 2011 //
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A friend and I decided that post-baby, you adopt a new kind of sexy….It’s more subtle, more suggestive and perhaps a little more buttoned up (think: Equipment blouse with lacy bra vs. that Herve Leger bandage shit.) You have a kid, you can still rock it, but you’re showing your family some damn respect. Which is why these Woo pointelles are the perfect hot new mom underwear seeing that you can buy the same exact product in the form of a swaddle blanket. So go ahead…match your baby. Just remember to wear heels with that Band of Outsiders shirt dress.

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Knitty by Nature

August 25, 2011 //
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After tearing through just about every September issue, my Fall obsession is really reduced to my LA winter mainstay: high quality knits. ‘Round here they can be worn as jackets all winter long so in my mind, it’s a two-for-one purchase. But a Top Shop sweater won’t cut it. I want a hand-knit-grandma-style-that’s-luxurious-but-super-stylish-at-the-same-time. All with a Kill Yourself price tag, of course. Hard to find! But I’ve dished it out a few times over the years and it’s always been worth it. And guess what, there’s nothing effing trendy about these pieces so you seriously will wear them in years to come. I owe a big thank you to T Magazine, my prized connector to all-things-cool and my gentle reminder that I am from New York, whether I wear sweaters as jackets or whatever. It turned me on to Lemoine-Tricote, a French designer who makes souped up mohair, alpaca and bamboo styles, all somewhat convertible, all somewhat offensively expensive. And yet I stand by my word: the splurge is worth it.

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Back In Action

May 29, 2011 //
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I’ve been flirting with the idea of getting a backpack ever since they came back, about a year and a half ago. And no, I’ve never been called impulsive. I like the idea, but I am not convinced I can pull it off. (To me, it screams fashion-forward or fashion-victim, and I don’t identify with either label.) But, this Alexander Wang style appeals to me because you can shimmy the straps to wear it over one shoulder, only it sits more on your back than your hip. I envision it for extras on the go: mini art set, sippys, snacks, stickers….For those times when I don’t want to bust out a huge diaper bag (which is the kiss of death in any restaurant, if you ask me.) And as my husband has recently declared, this dove gray shade is my go-to hue.

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Cover Story

May 25, 2011 //
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On the heels of writing a very time consuming “Beach Bag Essentials” story, I’ve been drenched in press materials for sunscreen, lip scrubs and protective hair oils (time consuming, you ask? I know, it’s pathetic!)  Personally, I only love two things about the beach: a) dumping my kids in the sand with drugstore quality buckets and  rakes for hours and b) Lemlem. The collection’s signature cotton gauze cover-ups, caftans and sun dresses are my dream beach attire. Chic, comfy, breezy, and they mean you don’t have to bust out your bikini before it’s time. And by “time” I mean, “back in time.” Well, even though that doesn’t really make sense, you know what I’m saying.

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