urban, part 2.

One more update on the prints I currently have at Urban Outfitters - a third print, all i need, is now for sale on their website, in a new larger 18"x 24" size.  Yet again, I love the way the print looks alongside their other awesome furniture and home decor items (particularly those fun hanging planters).  Check it out here!

autumn de wilde.

The warmer weather is making me crave a windows-down road trip in the country, and I think the perfect destination would be this installation by artist Autumn de Wilde called Lighting, Layers, and Reflections.  Surprisingly (and somewhat randomly), the installation was designed as a backdrop for a new Cadillac Escalade advertisement, but hey, I'll take it.  The combination of the vibrant color, soft sunny light, and the dusty California landscape is truly beautiful.  Now I just need to find out if it's still standing, and if so, where I can find it!  Learn more about Autumn here.

pierced.

Even though I associate getting my ears pierced with being 10 years old and hanging out anxiously at Claire's in the mall, I can't help but wondering if it's worth adding to my four-gem collection 20 years later.  Lately I've been loving these pierced ears that have a smattering of dainty gold and diamond accents - both ladylike and cool at the same time.  Maybe I'll just start with one... or two... or three... 

urban!

Hey people!  Exciting news over here - I am thrilled to announce that I currently have a couple of my prints for sale at Urban Outfitters!  Now for sale on their website are twilight fox and anteloper, in a new larger 13"x 19" size, and I love the way they've styled the prints with their other home items. They're in a limited run, so snatch yours up while you can here and here! 

marble and wood.

These cutting boards, oh man.  Part marble, part mango wood, all parts awesome.  A stunning approach to an everyday object!  Get 'em at terrain here.

mikkaller beer.

I'm one of those people who usually picks out a new wine or beer because I like the label, even if I have no clue whether or not the contents are actually good.  Case in point: I was at the store the other day and got totally sucked in by the amazing labels by Belgian brewer Mikkaller.  I recognized the style and discovered that they are done by Philly-based artist Keith Shore who does a lot of other quirky and weird characters in his own work. The labels are colorful, funny, and they must have worked, because I got a bottle!  Learn more about Mikkaller and Keith.

mutual benefit.

A beautiful song from one of my favorite albums of the year.  So good.  Check out Love's Crushing Diamond by Mutual Benefit if you haven't already. 

color study XXXIV.

1. denim polo hat  2. chanel les jeans blue boy nail polish  3. nanushka lollo quilt coat  4. jenna rose handmade tote  5. indigo by jenny balfour-paul  6. pottery barn polka dot napkins  7. marais open oxford denim  8. purlbee denim pinwheel quilt

santiago salvador.

What better way to start 2014 than in a playful mood?  Let's kick off the new year with the delightful work of Chilean artist Santiago Salvador, whose powerfully simple portraits are fantastic studies in composition and color.  His application of paint is judicious, but it pays off!  He loves repetition, and I appreciate that he pushes that even further in the paintings where he creates true patterns out of his colorful characters.  And something about the way his people move always makes me smile.  The year is off to a good start!  See more of Santiago's amazing work here.

brook & lyn.

One of my many loves as a textile junkie are woven wall hangings - there is something so simple and humble about them, yet the possibilities for creativity are endless. Within the parameters of a few inches of yarn, any manner of color combinations, patterns, and texture changes can be made.  I find these weavings by Brook & Lyn, the work of partners Mimi Jung and Brian Hurewitz, to be particularly stunning, hung delicately on copper rods and incorporating areas of heavy fringe.  They make me miss my days on the loom!  I would love to have some of these hanging in my apartment, but with two fiesty cats it would be more likely to end up as the world's largest yarnball on the floor.  See more from Brook & Lyn here. 

orla kiely s/s 2014.

The new spring/summer 2014 show from London fashion house Orla Kiely is definitely getting me.  It's one part Suzy Bishop from Moonrise Kingdom, one part Anna Karina, and one part outdoor sock hop.  I always appreciate the retro-inspired, feminine details that she puts into all her pieces along with her signature patterns.  Clothing aside, I also love the styling of the set which is reminiscent of a natural history museum diorama.  Looks like it's time to buy a beret and some pointelle knee socks for my next safari.  See more from Orla Kiely here.

happy new year!

Happy New Year everyone!  Hard to believe that it's already 2014, but here's hoping that this year is going to be the best one yet.  Also, if you need to keep track of the coming year, it's not too late to get a 2014 wall calendar from my Etsy shop here! 

merry christmas!

A Very Merry Christmas to everyone!  Hope you have a fantastic holiday! 

color study XXXIII.

1. stewart & claire la nuit lip balm  2. marshall hanwell speaker  3. bryr moto boots  4. adia kibur petal statement earrings  5. feel the piece dolman jumpsuit  6. klippan greyscales wool blanket  7. triple c iboost backup battery  8. marvis licorice toothpaste  9. ancient light: a portrait of the universe

great italian motorbike display.

This video of Italian policemen putting on a motorbike display from the 1950s is pretty rad, and charming.  Impressive, gents!  I wonder if they still do this today... 

paul x johnson.

London-based artist Paul X. Johnson definitely has a way with the ladies - painting them, that is.  He uses a beautiful muted color palette to set the tone for his moody raven-haired vamps, who always seem to have something on their mind. Whatever that may be, they look good doing it, and his restrained technique with the brush really brings them to life.  I would kill to have a portrait done in his style! After I get my eyebrows done of course.  See more from Paul here.

stephen eichhorn's cats.

Cats.  Plants.  Put the two together.  I don't know why Chicago-based artist Stephen Eichhorn decided to collage felines with flora, but quite frankly I don't need any reason to enjoy these amazing portraits.  They are ridiculous and delightful!  Check out more from him here.