Suzanne Rae Spring 2012

There’s something genuinely nostalgic and wonderfully simple about Suzanne Rae’s spring collection. Her lookbook video has me daydreaming of relaxing lakeside in the adorable bandeau bikini this summer . . .

Modern Masters

We have such a huge appreciation for artists who surprise us by unexpectedly transforming ordinary and mundane objects into impressive works of art. Photographer Suzanne Jongmans‘ higher calling involves transforming discarded packing foam and recycled insulation…

DIY Tie Dye Denim

Whether it be shibori or with bleach, warm weather brings out our utmost desire for tie dying – especially when it comes to bleaching as working outdoors for this project is a necessity. Inspired by…

The American Girl

Forties-inspired dresses, peplum blouses, feminine jumpsuits, floral pegged pants, and blazers borrowed from the boys . . . is there anything we’re not coveting from Karen Walker this season?

Schier x Opening Ceremony

Who knew that desert boots, known in South Africa as velskoens or vellies, were first made in Namibia some 400 years ago? Schier Shoes has been producing vellies since 1935 and today, 8 local Damara artisans are responsible for…

A Mill House

Taking a tour of this Provence home, which was once a dilapidated 19th century oil mill, is like breathing a breath of fresh air. I love that the old characteristics were preserved and juxtaposed with modern and…

Kari Herer

Foxes and insects and rabbits, oh my! Succulent blooms and critters of...

Levi’s + Paris = Vive Les Friends

A few weeks ago I had the pleasure of traveling to Paris for the grand opening of the Levi’s flagship store on the Champs-Élysées. We all know Levi’s created the first pair of jeans but did you…

Zadig & Voltaire Spring 2012

Oversized sweaters, denim cut-offs, relaxed cargos, simple tanks, and suede ankle boots . . . Zadig & Voltaire‘s spring lookbook epitomizes casual, bohemian cool.

Palais Bulles

Located just 10 kilometers outside of Cannes, France is Palais Bulles, a bubble-shaped house...