Oh! You Pretty Things…
Jean Paul Gaultier + Melissa Stilettos on Tap
The latest collaboration in the Melissa Shoes lineage is with none other than Jean Paul Gaultier. Personally, I am not really the plastic stiletto type, but for vegan fashionistas, this adds a whole new dimension to their loftier goals. Available in black, caramel, beige, lime and tangerine, the shoe will be launched in June 2010. Read more on Dazed Digital.
The Hermitage
Photos by Drew
When I wrote that post about imaginary southern travels and how I wanted to see the Hermitage I had no idea I’d be going there so soon. But on Saturday when we were in Tennessee and the weather magically turned nice, my parents and Drew and I got in the car, picked up Lauren and Neil in Nashville, and drove off to spend the day at the old plantation where Andrew Jackson lived. Unfortunately I didn’t wear the magical Steven Alan dresses or See by Chloe sandals on my imaginary wishlist; H&M striped dresses and old estate sale scarves aren’t quite as good, but they did the trick for the day. Plus I actually wore sensible shoes for once and probably enjoyed myself 10 times more because of it . . . it’s amazing to be able to walk around forests or jump across creeks without having to worry about silly platform heels getting in the way.
Pretty things from the mailbox . . .
I also ended up getting the loveliest surprise from Mona, who I met on my trip to Florida. Like the Valentine’s Day package she sent last year, this one is absolutely lovely and left me sort of speechless. It’s all so thoughtful and prettily arranged, from the little floral handkerchief found in a Florida antique shop to the ’50s girl scout pin to the swan hair barrette. I love the little ’30s photo (perfect Spring inspiration, so you can bet I’ll be scanning it in soon) and the ’20s valentines and the old Schrafft’s chocolate box that it all came in. And then there’s the Chanel nail polish . . . I never really talk much about nail polish here, but I’m sort of obsessed with it. Sometimes I even read nail polish blogs, and one of my favorite things to do is paint my nails every Friday when all my work is done. Last week I was looking at magazines at Borders and saw Chanel Particuliere and fell in love with it though never mentioned it to anybody, so I think Mona must be able to read minds, because she sent me a bottle, along with the gorgeous purple, almost-black Vendetta that’s also just the sort of color I want to paint my nails on a Friday evening. It’s my first Chanel anything, and it all really makes me marvel at how nice people can be.
London Fashion Week: Ziad Ghanem Redefines Runway Stereotypes
Ziad Ghanem defied all stereotypes about who could walk the runway during London Fashion Week A/W 2010. A bold new interpretation of global beauty and the power of dress.
*images courtesy of Ziad Ghanem
Scarves
Lula #10: Doll is Mine
Lula #10: S/S10
Photographed by: Damon Heath
Dossier Mag #4: Plums in the Icebox
Photographed by Anushka Blommers & Niels Schumm
Model: Sophie Vlaming
(Via: Finn’s Place via Fashion Copious)
Easily Maintained Hairstyles 2010
Easily Maintained Hairstyles 2010
Every woman had those days where she wishes she could just get up, shower and go, without taking an hour or five to do something to her hair. This can be remedied, if you find a hairstyle that’s easily maintained.
Try a pixie cut. This style is short, and can be worn messy or straight. Clips can be added to make it more interesting, and something as simple as a part could make it look like you have a brand new hairstyle.
A contemporary cut can also do the trick. That’s a modern cut that’s usually straight, sleek and cut so that it frames your face. You can maintain it with something as simple as a blow dryer and gel. You don’t even need a brush; just gel it down, then blow dry it with a comb. Wrapping it will keep the look flat for up to two weeks.
Soft layers are also easily maintained, with regular trimming, and can be styled any way you like. Another option is to have your hair cut to about medium length, perhaps just shoulder level. It takes a short amount of time to wash and style, and affords versatility for every occasion.
If you are African-American and looking for an easily maintained hairdo, braids are always a popular choice. Braids allow your hair to rest, and some styles – such as tree braids and micro braids – allow your hair to rest and afford you versatility. These styles can last anywhere from six weeks to three months.
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