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Monday, July 26th, 2010

I know I was not alone in my giddy anticipation of the return of Mad Men last night. Easily one of the best written, most flawlessly styled shows on television, it did not disappoint in it’s return to the small screen (i.e. “the slap heard round the world”…Don Draper, I had no idea!) Although this episode didn’t have the visual punch of some of the other interiors wise, I still am continuously inspired by the 1950’s/60’s decor and found some items that celebrate the glorious return of everyone’s favorite ad agency. And of course, a little fashion too. :)

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The 2010 Louis Vuitton collection ads featuring Christy Turlington are so Mad Men, and I absolutely LOVE it.

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Wednesday, May 19th, 2010

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It’s gonna be like Christmas morning.

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Friday, April 16th, 2010

So we’ve all probably watched the Sex and the City 2 trailer like a zillion times (or maybe that’s just me? I can’t get enough of the Carrie-sees-Aidan sequence). I noticed a number of Halston Heritage pieces on SJP and found out she designed the line with Halston (and you thought I was the in the know! How did I miss this?) I am loving this line not only for it’s classically wearable silhouettes and colors but also it’s price point! It’s so smart to feature a few things in the movie that some of us can actually get (although not “cheap”- $300 for a dress ain’t bad).

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(Fully obsessed with this orange number- if it’s long enough for us tall girls it might be mine at some point this summer)

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Other pieces from the collection I love:

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Monday, April 12th, 2010

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I spent the weekend looking online for an apartment (we have to move in 4 weeks) and got really flustered that the perfect space did not present itself to me immediately. You know, that really cool two bedroom South End brownstone apartment with private garden, central A/C, fireplace and parking for under $3,000 – available immediately? Hmmmmm. So what did I do? I had a pity party for myself and spent a whole afternoon in bed watching season 3 of Lost, reading John Krakauer’s newest book about Pat Tillman (you must read it-more on that another time) and finishing my Easter candy. I have a flair for the dramatic sometimes, in case you didn’t know. So this morning I was watching the preview clips for the new series on Bravo, 9 By Design, about the Novogratz family (of Sixx Design) and I felt a little like an big whiner. There is a scene in which Courtney (who looks SO much like Demi Moore) is 8 months pregnant with her SEVENTH child and they are looking for an apartment to move into in a WEEK! And the best part is her husband brings her to see this loft that used to be a bar that still has vomit in the bathroom and he’s all “I think it’s cool” and she is about to completely freak her freak on him. I sat here going “Ok, so I guess I shouldn’t be freaking out too much” and making note to watch the premier tomorrow night! It looks fascinating- how this couple not only can work together on stressful re-design projects but also raise seven kids and move constantly is beyond me!

I was sent their book Downtown Chic a few months ago and have really loved looking through it and finding out about their design process and background. This New York Times article is fabulous too- I loved watching the slide show and listening tot hem speak about how they met, how they work and how they live. Here are some images of their work, and be sure to tune in tomorrow night to see all the drama unfold!

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(This pic below makes me wonder if they were inspired by The Royal Tenebaums?)

Watch the clip I referenced above here to get a taste of what this new reality series is about!

Images via Sixx Design and NY Times

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Friday, April 9th, 2010

I have to admit, I was a smidge underwhelmed with the first SATC 2 trailer, but I just watched this one and shrieked so loud my dogs thought I was dying.
AIDAN. IS. BACK.

OMG!OMG!OMG!

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Monday, February 15th, 2010

A friend of mine suggested I start watching Lost. Yep, you read that right, START watching it. I love TV, but don’t watch a lot of the shows people assume I would i.e. Gossip Girl, The Hills, The City, anything Housewives related, Greys Anatomy, etc. But I decided to give Lost a go with the first season DVD and sweet baby Jesus, I. AM. HOOKED. Like drug-addict hooked. When the last episode on the DVD finished and there were no more I became completely panicked and seriously considered going out to by the whole series. But my willpower reared it’s ugly head, and I shall now wait for Netflix to deposit the next one in my mailbox. The sight of that sweet red envelope will make me convulse in glee.

Here’s the thing though, part of me was kinda jealous of the people on that island. that’s how deranged I am right now with this winter weather. It’s just so damn pretty (despite the smoke monsters/polar bears) and made me think of my two weeks in Hawaii and lifetime ago. And now all I can think about as I sit here with a pile of work to do is going back to Kauai- more specifically, The Princeville resort on the Napali Coast where we stayed for one of those weeks (the other at the very glam Four Seasons Wailea). It’s been purchased and renovated by The St. Regis and looks better than ever, but the best part about it is the location. It is the most peaceful, happy place on earth and I want to go back NOW. This frigid weather is turning me into a complete sourpuss.

I need sun.

I need warmth.

I need TO GET THE HELL OUT OF NEW ENGLAND.

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Ok, I’m done venting. Thanks.

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Tuesday, January 26th, 2010

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While this is primarily a style blog, I do like to use it as a way to share with you pretty much anything that captivates me. Last night I stayed up way past my bedtime totally engrossed in a PBS special series called This Emotional Life. It’s hosted by author Daniel Gilbert, who wrote Stumbling on Happiness (which has been collecting dust on my bookshelf for a couple years after my first attempt to read it) and delves deep into the age old question “what IS happiness?” from many perspectives the world over . Being someone who is totally intrigued by the human condition, psychology and the magnanimous idea of “happiness”, this series was a revelation. I only saw part three, but from only that I took away so much. There were several incredibly poignant stories, but one that really struck a nerve and got me thinking was that of Clark’s Botanicals founder Francesco Clark. I’ve seen the Clark’s Cellular Lifting and Youth Serums featured in dozens of fashion magazines and to be honest, I was simply enamored with their packaging, not knowing the story behind the product.

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Turns out this is no $350 beauty serum with only science behind it. This is a product birthed from tragedy, resilience and pure courage. You can hear a bit about Francesco’s story here and on their website, but I highly recommend you watch this series if you can. His attitude towards his injury and the life it has given him will bring tears to your eyes. It made me re-evaluate how I treat every day of my life and my need to set the intention every morning to be grateful for everything I have. I think it’s an important thing to be reminded of and something we forget about when we get caught up in the messiness of everyday life. Like this morning, for example, I get up to find my coffee machine is broken. So not a big deal in scheme of things, right? I typically would have had a toddler-like, WTF-filled meltdown on the kitchen floor without my morning caffeine fix, but instead I chose to sit down, write this, get an early start to my day and stop for a yummy Starbucks on my way to my morning meeting instead. It’s small, but that’s what it’s about. Taking small steps to encourage growth within yourself to develop a better, more grateful, calmer version of who you are.

Hope some of you found this interesting, I promise to get back to style tomorrow. :)

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Tuesday, October 6th, 2009

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Did any of you watch Rachel Zoe Project last night? I forgot it was on until my friend Marie texted me- “I hope you are watching Rachel Zoe- she’s in Chanel’s apartment!!!!” I almost fell off the couch and killed myself when I changed the channel and saw Rachel touring the queen of couture’s apartment on the famous Rue Cambon! When I was in Paris I did manage to get the guts up to go into the Chanel boutique in this location (very intimidating, especially when you are wearing jeans and look like a red-eye-flying hot mess) but did not realize THIS was right above.

While my decorating tastes veer far from this kind of ornate luxury, there is a little part of me that loves it and wishes I could lounge on that deep velvet sofa surrounded by gold and crystal and laqcuered chinoiserie panels and dream up my next collection…. don’t you agree?

Did I mention I was excited to see the new movie about Coco starring Audrey Tatou? She already looks the part in this shot from Vanity Fair! :)

P.S. The whole show made me LONG for my darling Paris- and wish I had someone like Rachel with me to force me to have made some purchases like way she did the whole “Jedi Stylist Mind Trick” on Brad and that leather trench!

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Tuesday, September 29th, 2009

While watching Under the Tuscan Sun last night on TV (and lamenting the fact that I do not have the funds nor guts to up and move to an antique farmhouse in Tuscany), I saw a preview for a very exciting new show I thought you guys might love! Man Shops Globe premiers October 7th on Sundance Channel and follows Keith Johnson, buyer-at-large for Anthropologie, as he shops for unique finds around the world! Keith professes that he has “the best job in the world” and I would have to agree! The first episode will be following Keith as he shops in PARIS. Oh, I might melt into a puddle of jealously on the spot!

This made me want to check out what goodies are in stock right now at Anthro:

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Monday, September 21st, 2009

Admittedly, I did not watch the Emmy’s. I had more fun plans last night. However, you know this morning I jumped right online to check out who wore what. Seems like it was an underwhelming red carpet, but I of course have to chime in with my thoughts on this chilly Monday morning! So here we go, the Elements of Style Superlative Awards for the 2009 Emmys:

Most Likely To Make Me Blindingly Jealous of Her Best Accessory: Jennifer Westfeldt
I don’t even notice her dress. Or her. Just Don Draper. Hello.

Most Likely to Be Beamed Up Off the Red Carpet: January Jones

One of the most beautiful women in Hollywood in my opinion, and she wears this Star Trek looking number?? Reason # 101 that I think I could easily be a Hollywood stylist….

Most Likely To Have Been the Work of Rachel Zoe: Debra Messing
Classy, colorful and fits amazing. ~~I adore this.~~ I die.

Most Likely To Try REALLY HARD to Look Like Natalie Portman: Ginnifer Goodwin
The pixie hair, the color of Natalie’s last big red carpet dress….hmmmm. I hate the fit of this dress, it’s so unflattering. But I do love her.

Most Likely To Win My Heart Even Though She’s Wearing A Sheer Stomach Panel: Christina Applegate
Really not loving the zebra sheer panel on this, but the neckline is stunning. And she cracks me up, on top of being a classy, amazing woman. So I forgive her fashion trespasses.

Most Likely To Have Been Good in Theory and Kinda Blah on the Red Carpet: Rose Byrne
She looks so young and so washed out in this dress (which is independently, a beautiful number). I think an Eva Mendes type skin tone would look best in this pale flesh color.

Most Likely To Make the 8th Month of Pregnancy Look Chic and Amazing: Heidi Klum
Not. fair.

Most Likely To Be On Trend: Chloe Sevigny
This one might strike up a debate. I love it. The polka dots are so on trend and the lines of it are amazing (not to mention the brooch). Since seeing her oft blogged about entryway, I have a new appreciation for her style so I allowed my mind to open on this one.

Most Likely To Fit Impeccably: Sandra Oh
Simple and stunning, this is how you do “nude” right. One of the best dressed of the night.

Most Likely To Make My Eyes Bleed: Melora Hardin
Reason # 102 of why I could be a Hollywood stylist. She likely paid someone to pick this out for her and it’s one part Beauty and the Beast and one part sale rack in the Lord & Taylor evening department.

Most Likely To Join the Icecapades: Olivia Wilde
No. No. No. No.

Most Likely To Be the Reason Our Husbands Don’t Mind Watching the Red Carpet: Blake Lively
She definitely is working from the J. Lo playbook, but pretty much rocks the carpet. Except for the braid. The braid is way too Lara Croft/Tomb Raider.

Most Likely to Be A Hot Mama (Even With that Bow): Mary Louise Parker
The bow is a bit big, but I just think she is so confident and sassy that she can wear it well.

Most Likely to Be My New Favorite Wedding Dress: Perrey Reeves
First off, how cool is her name? Secondly this is my favorite dress of the night. AMAZING. I love the cut, the beading, the little cap sleeves. If I were to have another wedding, I’d wear this with a white peony tucked into a low bun and call it a DAY.

Most Likely to Sneak Outta Left Field and Kill It: Guiliana Rancic
I hate to admit it (since I find her so annoying) but she always looks good on the red carpet. But this dress is flawless.

Most Likely To Be Going to the Junior Prom: Jennifer Love Hewitt
Too sweet for my taste.

Most Likely To Have Mixed Runway and Reality Well: Lindsay Price
My second favorite dress of the night- the draping, the colors, the one shoulder with the brooch. Very funky but yet flattering and fabulous.

Most Likely To Be Hallucinating: Drew Barrymore
Too nude for me. And she always comes off like she’s pre-gamed a little too hard.

Most Likely To Be Random Sparkly Goodness:Anna Torv

The color and the cut are so, so lovely!

Most Likely To Look WAAAAAAY Older Than She Is: Leighton Meister

This makeup job makes her look old! And the dress is frumpy, in my opinion. A big no.

Most Likely To Make Me Laugh and Jealous of Her Dress: Julia Louise Dreyfuss
She’s always a sly one, making you laugh with her amazing comic timing and them shocking you with her killer body and classy gowns on the red carpet! The peacock blue is delicious.

Most Likely To Be On the Fence: Toni Colette
I’m so undecided on this one. Love the pink, love the shape and texture of the dress- but not sure if I like them together!

Most Likely To Need to GIVE IT A REST: Kim Kardashian
You have a J. Lo booty. We get it. Stop posing like that. Uggggghhhhh.

Most Likely To Be the “Best Draped”: Jaimee Lynn Sigler
Like liquid gold. Quite stunning!

Most Likely To Judge You: Kara DeGuardia
I love this look- the unique dress, makeup and hair all work really well. I vote yes.

Most Likely To Want To Pick Her Up and Put Her in Your Pocket: Kristin Chenoweth
So tiny yet so fierce! Love this sassy little sparkly number-it so suits her personality!

Your thoughts?

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