tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-11657793805527983952024-03-14T11:00:14.928-07:00persimmona style commentarytracyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12708782397584158047noreply@blogger.comBlogger153125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1165779380552798395.post-83856071566852820032014-09-22T21:19:00.002-07:002014-09-22T21:26:27.970-07:00Fall Wish ListSorry for the summer of no posting. Bought quite a few amazing things this summer. Will be putting together a retrospective. In lieu of that, I'm presenting my Fall list of wishes:<br />
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Objects without Meaning - I am loving this line and just purchased the <a href="http://objectswithoutmeaning.com/product/denim-woman/aw14dnm0002/" target="_blank">Boy jean</a> from Frances May. Now I have my eye on the <a href="http://objectswithoutmeaning.com/product/denim-woman/aw14dnm0003/" target="_blank">OM hi-rise skinny</a>:<br />
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I love this <a href="http://objectswithoutmeaning.com/product/shop-woman/aw14t2006/" target="_blank">top</a>, also from Objects without Meaning:</div>
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It's hard to not want a couple things from Rachel Comey, however out-of-reach they are. This <a href="http://www.lagarconne.com/store/item.htm?itemid=26742" target="_blank">jumpsuit</a> is sold out almost everywhere despite the $645 price tag:</div>
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This RC <a href="http://www.rachelcomey.com/catalog/product/view/id/10113/s/turtleneck-pullover/category/3/" target="_blank">turtleneck sweater</a> is beautiful and something I'd have for years. Similarly pricey at $472. Both the jumpsuit and the sweater are made in NYC so that's something to consider with the price.<br />
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This list of course would not be complete without a couple items from my friends at No.6. I am loving the new platform base - tried it on while in NYC in july and thought it was much more wearable than i would have imagined, more comfortable even than the high heel or high wedge. I am inclined toward <a href="http://no6store.com/no6-clogs/front-seam-closed-toe-clog-on-platform-with-ankle-strap-in-fawn.html" target="_blank">these pretty ones</a> in the amazing new color Fawn:<br />
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And I have been on the hunt for a nice pair of wide-leg pants. These <a href="http://totokaelo.com/no-6/mabel-pallazzo-pants/black/J146ED" target="_blank">No.6 pants</a> are really more palazzo pants but i am still thinking about it. They are at totokaelo:<br />
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And I love the new plaids from <a href="http://shop.creaturesofcomfort.us/search.aspx?manufacturer=165&page=3" target="_blank">Creatures of Comfort</a>'s fall line, especially this dress available at <a href="https://shopbird.com/product.php?productid=29856&cat=0&manufacturerid=477&page=1" target="_blank">Bird</a>.<br />
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I tried the <a href="http://www.francesmay.com/products/creatures-of-comfort-vina-top" target="_blank">top version</a> on when I was at Frances May but the fit wasn't for me. It's a great top though and I love the plaid flannel:<br />
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More to come soon... I have some bags I am eyeing as well.<br />
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<br />tracyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12708782397584158047noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1165779380552798395.post-45306990565913413072014-05-12T23:30:00.000-07:002014-05-12T23:30:49.566-07:00A detacher Somerville<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Something about these shoes I find strangely appealing.</div>
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$425 at <a href="http://lambsearshoes.com/product/somerville-2/" target="_blank">Lambs Ear Shoes</a> and at <a href="http://shop.creaturesofcomfort.us/adetachersomerville-navy.aspx" target="_blank">Creatures of Comfort</a>. You'll remember, I also loved last spring's <a href="http://persimmononpaper.blogspot.com/2013/04/more-summer-sandals-detacher.html" target="_blank">version</a>. Guess I should've just bought them then...instead of obsessing about them all over again.tracyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12708782397584158047noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1165779380552798395.post-11275903445734566612014-02-17T21:15:00.002-08:002014-02-17T21:15:58.531-08:00New Spring clogs at No.6<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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No.6 released their new spring clogs and I have been deliberating on which are going to be my clogs of choice this season. Here are the contenders:<br />
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The new <a href="http://no6store.com/no6-clogs/two-strap-clog-on-mid-heel-in-indigo.html" target="_blank">Two-strap clog </a>on the mid-heel - so simple and i love the large buckle. The low heel height reminds me of those A<a href="https://www.blogger.com/blogger.g?blogID=1165779380552798395#editor/target=post;postID=6676362325864715257;onPublishedMenu=posts;onClosedMenu=posts;postNum=14;src=postname" target="_blank"> Detacher sandals</a> from last year. The Indigo color is picture here although it is indistinguishable from black; I assume you can tell the difference in person.</div>
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I am also loving the <a href="http://no6store.com/no6-clogs/two-tone-clog-on-platform-in-indigo-maple.html" target="_blank">Two-tone clog</a> on the platform base. Whether I can actually walk in them remains to be seen but they are very chic nonetheless.</div>
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And the new <a href="http://no6store.com/no6-clogs/front-seam-sandal-on-wedge-in-naked.html" target="_blank">front-seam sandal</a> is pretty great too. I like it in naked. Although I don't think the wedge base is really that comfortable.<br />
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The new blue-grey color called Alaska looks good in almost every style:<br />
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They are still updating their site daily with new styles. So be sure to check <a href="http://no6store.com/no6-clogs.html" target="_blank">there</a> often.<br />
<br />tracyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12708782397584158047noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1165779380552798395.post-80477709829636649402014-02-02T22:25:00.000-08:002014-02-02T22:25:28.291-08:00More Isabel Marant - Kandisa Jacket<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Isabel Marant does some sort of quilted jacket every season and one of these years, I am going to buy one. The Kandisa jacket is from the Etoile line but still rings in at a steep $640, steep I think because it is technically a lightweight jacket made of denim. Despite the high price, I do see this is as a classic piece, as classic as one of her linen tees, or ruffle skirts. In general, I have to say that almost all of my IM pieces get worn repeatedly and i get compliments regularly on them. And I have a few pieces that I must say I love more now than when I first got them.<br />
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The Kandisa jacket is one of those classic pieces that will be identifiably from her "Japan" collection of SS14 but still simple enough to be timeless. It is almost sold out, so if you want it - act fast. It's available at <a href="http://www.lagarconne.com/store/item.htm?itemid=23392&sid=1238&pid=1238" target="_blank">lagarconne</a> and <a href="http://elizabeth-charles.com/isabel-marant-etoile-kandisa-jacket-blue-ime304.html" target="_blank">elizabeth charles</a>.<br />
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Next on the spring Isabel Marant wishlist is the Fujiyama Sweatshirt. Black sweat material with simple stitched letters. Pricey at $280? Of course. Amazing over pretty much anything on the weekend? Definitely. As well as with a skirt or dress underneath as it's styled over at <a href="http://www.barneys.com/on/demandware.store/Sites-BNY-Site/default/Product-Show?pid=503020661&q=isabel%20marant&index=30" target="_blank">Barneys</a>. Only problem is talking myself out of how timeless this would be in 4-5 years time...Hmmm, really?<br />
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It is also available at <a href="http://www.lagarconne.com/store/item.htm?itemid=23545&sid=1238&pid=1238" target="_blank">La Garconne</a> in black as well as in off-white with black letters.</div>
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Isabel Marant's SS2014 collection is Japan-inspired and I sort of forgot about this when I was in Seattle over the holidays. While shopping at Totokaelo, I browsed through the IM rack only to spot a very puffy looking kimono-style patchwork coat. Where did this come from? Oh right - Spring product is already here. I instantly moved on and did not even indulge myself enough to try it on --also because I am well aware of my own limitations. Trying it on is akin to purchasing. And since my New Year's resolution involved spending less money on clothes and shoes, ignoring amazing Isabel Marant pieces seemed kind of an essential part of keeping that resolution.<br />
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Which would have been no problem - except this coat is now turning up on everyone. Truly - Emmanuelle Alt is kind of everyone. And then when I see the image on Pinterest over and over, rubbing it in and then even on everywoman street style shots from Garance Dore...somehow next step is me filling daydreams with how to justify it. So to try to keep my resolution or at least to make myself blog more, this week I'll be posting my spring IM want list, the Delma / Dempster Isabel Marant Etoile coat included (By the way, it is named different things depending on the site, think it is Dempster though).<br />
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Also - I am aware that this coat is extremely hard to wear, puffy and all, and not nearly worth the $795 price. But if you are Emmanuelle Alt-like enough to pull this off and of course not completely deterred by the price, it is still available at <a href="http://totokaelo.com/isabel-marant/delma-coat/anthracite/KPC31D" target="_blank">Totokaelo</a> and in limited sizes at <a href="http://www.lagarconne.com/store/item.htm?itemid=23374&sid=19&pid=" target="_blank">La Garconne</a>.tracyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12708782397584158047noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1165779380552798395.post-58210547681162289022013-09-29T23:09:00.002-07:002013-09-29T23:09:52.977-07:00New dress from No.6<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Hard not to be excited. Isn't this picture amazing? Look at her outfit! Look at his dress! LOVEtracyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12708782397584158047noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1165779380552798395.post-80177861442204321732013-07-22T21:07:00.001-07:002013-07-22T21:07:15.904-07:00'90s flashback: The Sleeveless Button-down<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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I am not sure how I feel about this. I remember when this shirt was the core of my summer wardrobe. It feels so....dated and not in a great way. I do respect that this girl looks very cute in her <a href="https://www.madewell.com/madewell_category/SHIRTSTOPS/tankscamis/PRDOVR~01178/01178.jsp?srcCode=Social_20130720_9610354" target="_blank">Madewell sleeveless chambray tee</a>. I am just not sure I can do this again.<br />
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And I did try it out. <a href="http://www.stevenalan.com/Stores/stores,default,pg.html" target="_blank">Steven Alan</a> finally (FINALLY) opened a store in Portland and of course I was there opening day to check it out. I instantly gravitated toward a cobalt blue silk top that I honestly did not realize was a sleeveless button-down till it stared back at me in the fitting room mirror. I took it off pretty quickly right after. (Similar <a href="http://www.stevenalan.com/TILDE-TOP/848785064622,default,pd.html#cgid=womens-clothing-tops-and-blouses&view=all&frmt=ajax&start=0&hitcount=34" target="_blank">shirt</a>, pictured below).<br />
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I also quite acutely remember the pit stains that can appear on this type of shirt on a hot summer day. Now that's a negative memory, if ever there was one. I do believe this shirt "back in the day" existed almost exclusively in white in a breezy, cotton lawn fabric. I think I have to keep mulling this over. Portland is hip, but I think I might feel a little bit too old to being going back in time...I don't know. Might have to wait and find out what <a href="http://www.girlofacertainage.com/" target="_blank">Kim France</a> thinks.<br />
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PS - update on Sweden trip and shopping to come shortly.tracyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12708782397584158047noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1165779380552798395.post-67658954185613845872013-06-14T23:47:00.004-07:002013-06-14T23:47:58.435-07:00Sweden Shopping List<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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I am heading to Sweden today for three weeks and as excited as I am about seeing family and old friends, I also have quite a few things on my shopping list. Hard to visit Sweden and not have a long shopping list, really.<br />
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First, I plan on finally buying a pair of <a href="http://www.tableofcontents.us/collections/hope/products/news-trouser-dark-blue-hope" target="_blank">Hope's News trouser</a>. I have tried them on at <a href="http://www.tableofcontents.us/" target="_blank">Table of Contents</a> and fell in love. But after a quick peruse of Hope's Swedish website, I realized that I could save myself some dough by purchasing in the motherland, and getting the 25% VAT back helps as well.<br />
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I also saw that Hope has a pair of <a href="http://hope-sthlm.com/shop/womens-shop/productshow/?item=prod_prod-s1%2F26913&group=prod_prod_grp-s1%2F23" target="_blank">monk-strap shoes</a> in their pre-fall collection. Hallelujah! Someone has them - no longer do I have to simply covet the vintage pair <a href="http://persimmononpaper.blogspot.com/2013/04/spring-sandals.html" target="_blank">worn by Clemence Poesy</a> at the Acne show at Paris fashion week. These do require a try-on, also because they are quite masculine and I'm not sure I'm chic enough (not being French and all) to pull off such a manly item without looking silly. We shall see.<br />
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And I hope to find Wood Wood's <a href="http://www.ww.mohawkgeneralstore.net/products/124455396" target="_blank">Aino short</a>. Scandinavians don't love shorts (it <i>is</i> quite cold there) but maybe they've made an exception and stock them for the tourists. No one in Portland carries this style and I am not sure which size would work best. I am hoping that the trusty NK (glorious Swedish department store for the uninitiated) has them.<br />
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And lastly, I think I need to buy a <a href="http://www.fjallraven.us/collections/jackets/products/greenland-women-jacket" target="_blank">Fjällräven raincoat</a>. I have the Stutterheim and while I do love it, it is quite heavy and really only necessary on those downpour days. Also my 4-year-old has a Fjällräven raincoat and I find myself coveting her jacket pretty much every time she wears it. So, I'd say it's well time for me to get my own waxed cotton jacket. It is more lightweight and feminine than the Stutterheim and actually comes in women's sizes. Another downside to the Stutterheim is the unisex sizing - the sleeves on mine are incredibly too long and not really hemmable. (Despite all this, I do believe the Stutterheim raincoat is STILL a great coat. Not sure it's worth all that money but it's damn nice. And it supports the local economy of the lovely Borås.)<br />
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Hej då, kompisar! Goodbye, friends! see you in July.<br />
<br />tracyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12708782397584158047noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1165779380552798395.post-9351420256511457242013-05-23T16:27:00.000-07:002013-05-23T16:27:22.731-07:00Cannes and Carey Mulligan<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<i>1 - Dior at the premiere of Gatsby</i></div>
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This year at the Cannes Film Festival almost everybody looked absolutely stunning on the red carpet but none more so than Carey Mulligan. I recently saw Baz Luhrmann's adaptation of "The Great Gatsby." While I didn't love the film, the imagery was amazing, as was Carey Mulligan's place - as Daisy Buchanan - in the glorious images. And I thought she brought a bit of that same magic and sleekness to her looks at Cannes, and she had quite a few of them with two films to promote. Every outfit was simple and stunning. And her super bleached, yet simple hair made every look. I also really liked how each hairstyle has a strong part, even if her hair is worn up.</div>
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<i> 2 - Balenciaga jumpsuit at the photocall for "Gatsby"</i></div>
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<i>3 - Chloe dress at photocall for "Inside Llewyn Davis"</i></div>
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<i> 4 - this Vionnet gown in my opinion is the best</i></div>
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<br />tracyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12708782397584158047noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1165779380552798395.post-19412185449720541332013-05-08T11:20:00.000-07:002013-05-08T11:20:13.968-07:00Madewell - the Jessie sandal<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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On <a href="https://www.facebook.com/madewell?fref=ts" target="_blank">Madewell's facebook</a> today, they had this photo showing a new skirt, but when I looked at it, I was much more interested in the shoes she is wearing! One quick search on Madewell's site and I found <a href="http://www.madewell.com/madewell_category/SHOESANDSANDALS/sandals/PRDOVR~89016/89016.jsp" target="_blank">the Jessie sandal</a>. They come in black and brown and are only $128. Sort of a gladiator sandal crossed with a Mary Jane, and a touch of Birkenstock. I love that they can be casual with shorts or jeans or dressed up with a skirt or dress. Also, even better is that they don't have buckles - much, much easier to get on and off, which is kind of an important functional part of any shoe.<br />
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<br />tracyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12708782397584158047noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1165779380552798395.post-46175471516794392102013-05-06T10:19:00.004-07:002013-05-06T10:19:54.351-07:00No.6 clogs in Red leather<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Sort of obsessed with all of the red leather No.6 clogs right now:<br />
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Just last night I was doing my usual online window-shopping of items that I am currently clothes-stalking. Clothes-stalking is a one of my favorite activities of late. So say I see something on a blog or a store's website or Pinterest and then right away put it on a short mental list, that usually isn't longer than 4 or 5 items, of items that I plan on buying. On average I'd say I end up purchasing around 20% or less of these items. Very often they get bumped off the list by a newer piece I've seen, especially if they fall in the same category - black sandal, striped dress, No.6 clog, etc. Or I just enjoy going back to the same site over and over to see if they still have my size and then very often I become extremely bummed out when my size does in fact sell out. The irony of this of course being that I had every opportunity (10-20 usually) to in fact order it and be the owner of that oh so wonderful wardrobe-completely piece.<br />
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so after a friend mentioned she'd just ordered the great red check Camden cardi featured in last week's post about the <a href="http://persimmononpaper.blogspot.com/2013/04/more-summer-sandals-detacher.html" target="_blank">A detacher sandals</a>, I suddenly had Ace & Jig on my radar. I knew of it before but I think the clothes don't necessarily translate so well online and so I kind of brushed over it before. Cotton gauze-y made-in-India fabrics are hard to gauge without seeing them in person. I have realized though that I wear the cotton pieces in my wardrobe about twice as often as the silk ones. Silk easily stains, must be dry-cleaned and is just in general a pain in the ass when one spends most of their time with the pre-school set, as I do. So with that in mind, enough talk, here are the Ace & Jig items that I am officially stalking as well as some others I like thrown in for good measure:<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://acejig.ofakindcollections.com/boardwalk-dress" target="_blank">rouge Boardwalk dress</a></td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Pop <a href="http://www.stevenalan.com/ROLLED-TEE/84107,default,pd.html#cgid=womens-clothing-knits-and-tees&view=all&frmt=ajax&start=0&hitcount=64" target="_blank">rolled tee</a></td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.francesmay.com/products/ace-jig-henley-dunes-dress" target="_blank">Henley Dunes dress</a></td></tr>
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Ace & Jig is also available at <a href="http://www.madewell.com/madewell_category/LABELSWELOVE.jsp" target="_blank">Madewell</a> and <a href="http://www.anthropologie.com/anthro/search/search.jsp?searchPhrase=Ace+&+Jig&brand=ace202620jig&page=brandindex" target="_blank">Anthropologie</a>.<br /><br /><br />
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tracyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12708782397584158047noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1165779380552798395.post-66763623258647152572013-04-15T20:46:00.001-07:002013-04-15T20:46:44.322-07:00More Summer Sandals - A Détacher<br />
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So adding on to my buckle theme from <a href="http://persimmononpaper.blogspot.com/2013/04/spring-sandals.html" target="_blank">the other day</a>, I knew there was one other one I was forgetting about. Luckily, I remembered! A Détacher makes some amazing shoes and they are usually a little too complicated on the wearability scale for me but they remind me of old-school (real) Helmut Lang looks from back in the day. However this season they seem way more wearable. And there is one such sandal with a large buckle on it, reminiscent of a belt buckle a la the whole <a href="http://persimmononpaper.blogspot.com/2013/04/spring-sandals.html" target="_blank">"buckle trend"</a> i was talking about last week, and it comes in many different amalgamations. My favorite is the highsmith. I like it probably because it's the most simple of all of them but I like how simple it is and how it sort of looks like a belt remade on your foot.<br />
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<a href="http://shop.creaturesofcomfort.us/search.aspx?manufacturer=137&log=false&category=4" target="_blank">Creatures of Comfort</a> are the only ones carrying the simple black leather t-strap version. Most all other stores only have the simple t-strap in silver, including <a href="http://mohawkgeneralstore.net/products/121214372" target="_blank">Mohawk general store</a> whose lookbook pictures I included above. Doesn't the silver look amazing how they styled it?<br />
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A little out there but the sandals have a box heel that is so on trend right now (all the Brit girls are wearing it) and I think the knot version, while less wearable for sure, is very sexy. Especially if you wear the higher heel version.<br />
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There is another color in the Coyne - the knot version - that is silver with a tan suede knot and doesn't have the white rubber on the bottom (not a fan of that.) It was in the runway show at NYFW and is available <a href="http://www.lambsearshoes.com/coyne-p854.html" target="_blank">here</a>. Okay, stop the bus. THAT one is my favorite. Why more stores don't have that color I have no idea? (Also note the "socks". Sort of a half-tube mesh thing. <a href="http://unaportland.blogspot.com/2013/03/a-detacher-socks.html" target="_blank">Una in Portland</a> is carrying them.)<br />
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And last but certainly not least is the crazy platform Geisha version, called the Linn. (buy it <a href="http://lambsearshoes.com/linn.html" target="_blank">here</a>.)<div>
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All of them are in the $400 price range, unfortunately for me. No less beautiful though.<br />
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tracyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12708782397584158047noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1165779380552798395.post-55719129173921323682013-04-12T21:55:00.000-07:002013-04-12T21:55:03.612-07:00Black Crane and Momoko Suzuki<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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A while ago Totokaelo featured a designer and the designer's home on their <a href="http://totokaelo.com/blog/2013/closet-visit-momoko-suzuki-of-black-crane" target="_blank">blog</a>. I had never heard of the woman, Momo Suzuki, or her line Black Crane, but I loved her house! And her whole look! Her Serge Mouille wall sconce is one of my favorite light fixtures of all time. As are her Charlotte Perriand leather and chrome chairs. You can read about her whole background <a href="http://jeanasohn.blogspot.com/2010/12/closet-visit-momo-suzuki.html" target="_blank">here</a> on totokaelo's blog but I will sum it up short and sweet. Momo is from Japan, lives in LA and designs beautiful, simple clothes with quality materials in a small color palette and wonderful drape (or at least it seems so from the photos) and everything is made in LA too. And lots of pieces are 100% cotton, something I think is very underrate - washable, better with kids, etc. And simple details like raw edges and seams down the middle.<br />
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The prices are great too, even items under $100 (i know, what!) But some things do seem rather basic. Especially when lately I have limited funds with which to invest and really try to use them wisely, i.e. on key, striking pieces that are unique and special...not just a basic tee.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Momo with her Perriand chairs and a Platner table.</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">The Serge Mouille sconce and Momo Suzuki.</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Momo on her cool couch in very cool sandals (more on those another day.)</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Her closet. So simple - utterly cool.</td></tr>
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That said, I have since seen Black Crane all over the friggin' place -- <a href="http://www.mohawkgeneralstore.net/designers/6-black-crane" target="_blank">Mohawk General Store</a>, <a href="http://shop.mythandsymbol.com/artist/black-crane" target="_blank">Myth and Symbol</a> (in Houston), <a href="http://www.machusonline.com/collections/vendors?q=Black+Crane" target="_blank">Machus</a> (in Portland), <a href="http://totokaelo.com/store/designers/black-crane" target="_blank">Totokaelo</a> of course, and now even <a href="http://www.no6store.com/blog/category/designers/black-crane/" target="_blank">No.6</a> is carrying her stuff. I have had my eye on the Wide dress. It's sort of like a long t-shirt stretched into a dress with kimono sleeves. I think it would be great when it's worn slightly oversized (not tight) and then there are some jumpers and several different slouchy pants and shorts. And a few great dresses. The tees cross a line into being too flow-y slash boxy. Not sure about them but you be the judge. Below are some highlights:<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">The Wide dress - oversized</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">the Balloon jumper</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Accordion Dress in navy</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">The wide crew top in marble - one of the few prints</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">the square tee in white</td></tr>
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tracyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12708782397584158047noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1165779380552798395.post-87297497692042447412013-04-09T10:55:00.002-07:002013-04-09T10:55:22.312-07:00Spring sandals<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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After seeing a picture of Clemence Poesy at the Acne show during Paris Fashion week, I can't get the image out of my head of her shoes. A black monk-strap oxford, all beat up. Clemence, for those who don't know, is one of those effortlessly-chic French girls who also happens to be an actress and was in a Harry Potter movie among other things. Her whole look is filled with style inspiration from the floppy hat, to the big, camel pashmina scarf, the fuzzy angora sweater, the white snakeskin clutch to even her basic black cropped pants -- but it's the shoes that have been keeping me up at night.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Loeffler Randall Skye Gladiator Plank Sandals</td></tr>
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And like many other shopaholics right now, I have been shopping for summer sandals. I keep being drawn to these lace-up gladiator Loeffler Randall sandals that unfortunately for me are sold out in black (in my size, although <a href="http://shopbird.com/product.php?productid=25909&cat=0&manufacturerid=132&page=1">Bird</a> has a couple sizes left but not many). And then while checking Loeffler Randall's website on the off-chance they might suddenly be available -- you can still get them in <a href="http://www.loefflerrandall.com/LRProduct.aspx?ProductID=611&CategoryID=180" target="_blank">nude</a> or <a href="http://www.loefflerrandall.com/LRProduct.aspx?ProductID=612&CategoryID=180" target="_blank">cheetah-print</a> -- I spotted the asymmetrical <a href="http://www.loefflerrandall.com/LRProduct.aspx?ProductID=688&CategoryID=180" target="_blank">Selma sandals</a> that have two different color leather straps in different thickness that wrap around and each buckle at the ankle, with two different size buckles.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Loeffler Randall Selma asymmetrical sandals</td></tr>
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And it's the buckles that really remind me of Clemence and her monk-strap oxfords. The thing about her look is how prominent the buckles are on her shoes. I have searched the internet far and wide for a similar monk-strap oxford, but as is the case very often, I believe they are vintage - a relic of the monk-strap heavy '90s (Remember when monk-strap shoes were all over the J.Crew catalog?). And even more so, they are very fall and I am keen on summer - despite the fact I live in Portland and have at least 3 more months of soggy weather. Furthermore, I know this is a trend that is coming and as very often happens with me, I can't find the thing I'm looking for until it is actually a trend. So, we will leave them until later...and revisit again in the fall.<br />
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Back to the sandals, so the double mismatched buckles is what draws me to them and makes them different from most of the other sandals on the market these days. I like the black and the tan together although the tan/silver is a nice combination as well. And I think both color-combinations would work equally well at being worn with a dress or casual with jeans or shorts.<br />
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<br />tracyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12708782397584158047noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1165779380552798395.post-58026769862758333982013-04-06T09:43:00.000-07:002013-04-06T09:43:28.361-07:00Nike: Channeling Phoebe Philo<br />
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I am thinking of copying Phoebe Philo's look here in this candid of her from March US Vogue looking amazing at the Celine offices. She has always been good at adding some "street" to her fancy look and the contrast is very refreshing.<br />
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So while up late doing some online shopping for my daughter (who is actually in need of new sneakers while I, on the other hand, am not.) I spied these new Roshe Run Woven trainers by <a href="http://store.nike.com/us/en_us/?l=shop,pdp,ctr-inline/cid-1/pid-704934/pgid-683301">Nike</a> and thought...can I? I went for the seafoam green, so there is a 75% these are being returned. You never know though. Or I might opt for the all black. I am currently in love with all things woven, especially when it comes to shoes. And I like that these are supposed to be worn without socks.<br />
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Something about these movies - Before Sunrise, Before Sunset and now, Before Midnight, with Ethan Hawke and Julie Delpy - is so real. Or maybe it's just because I have been at the same point in my life as they are when I have seen each film. Either way, I know the characters so well; they feel like old friends.<br />
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The official trailer for Before Midnight, which opens in NY and LA on May 24th, premiered recently. Here are a few of my favorite quotes:<br />
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<i><span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">"I assure you that that guy </span></i><i><span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">that you vaguely remember</span></i><i><span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">, that sweet, romantic guy you met on a train, that is me."</span></i>tracyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12708782397584158047noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1165779380552798395.post-70746699778693989172013-03-30T21:11:00.000-07:002013-03-30T21:11:43.445-07:00new No.6 prints for spring<div style="text-align: center;">
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The two founders of No.6 did a <a href="http://blog.stevenalan.com/2013/03/25/a-conversation-with-no-6/">Q&A on the Steven Alan blog</a> this week where they described their inspiration for the spring collection. They also referred to several prints from the "second delivery" of the No.6 clothing collection. This really piqued my interest as the No.6 prints are what I love and I have been known to go to the ends of the earth to track them down. Apparently, several of them were created by artists, including Paul Wackers, and then given to No.6 to use in the clothing. Here is the text describing them:<br />
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Karin and Morgan also revealed they are working on developing a full-on web store, which I hope will include the apparel as well and not be just clogs.<br />
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And then today, one of the prints in question popped up on the <a href="http://www.no6store.com/blog/">No.6 blog</a>:<br />
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I don't usually like prints that are like wearing a painting wrapped around your body but I might have to make an exception for this one. It is pricey at $415 but the detail on the neckline is stunning.</div>
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A sneakpeak at the spring look book and several of these prints popped up on <a href="http://www.refinery29.com/number-six-lookbook">Refinery29</a> a while ago. All images below are taken from that link:</div>
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<a href="http://dossierjournal.com/style/fashion/no-6-in-conversation/">Another small interview</a> appeared a little while ago on another website called Dossier. It's more about the history of No.6 but well worth a look for serious No.6 fans out there.<br />
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Currently obsessing over everything in the new No.6 collection. Far too consumed with making the impossible decision of what to buy to even remotely begin to blog about everything I love. So I'll start with one thing. These new No.6 moccasin clog sandals are at the top of my wish list. A two piece sandal with separate ankle piece with a tie closure. The base has a peep toe and is available in two versions - one with the leather braiding on the top, one with the leather braiding on the sides. I prefer the side braid version but they are both pretty amazing. And Totokaelo in Seattle has an all black version, including black sole.<br />
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The side braid version in bone (left) and naked (right). How to decide between these two colors?</div>
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Here they are styled in outfits for the No.6 blog (I also love these pants). Aren't they great?</div>
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I know a fanny pack, ahem...waist bag, is sort of inherently a fashion faux pas. Knowing that I don't hesitate at all to tell you that I own one. It is the most beautiful tan suede with wide leather belt fanny pack you have ever seen; it also happens to be Maison Martin Margiela and is one of my most treasured possessions (Really!) An exception to the no-fanny-pack rule, it might be.<br />
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So perhaps because of owning this special and novel fanny pack, I reacted more positively than the average person to the new "waist bag" by <a href="http://blog.clarevivier.com/fashion-acronyms-cfp-hbt-jk-jdr/">Clare Vivier</a>. It is smaller than the average bum bag, which helps I think. And it is very simple in design. And to be honest, wearing a fanny pack leaves you hands-free, a wholly underrated fashion experience (especially as a parent). I do find that fanny packs only work in the summer though. Jackets just get in the way of it (does it go over or under?) and it looks best when combined with some version of two-piece outfit - shorts or a skirt - and occasionally with the right cute summer dress or romper.<br />
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I included this photo of a vintage Chanel fanny pack (for sale yesterday at R29, alas it sold out already) just to prove its validity as a fashion item. I mean, if Karl Lagerfeld thinks it's okay then we are on to something, right?<br />
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And not to be outdone, Leandra Medine of <a href="http://www.manrepeller.com/2012/12/two-bags-one-way.html">Man Repeller</a> (if you are into the underage blogger thing) has a quite covetable diamond-shaped fanny pack in lipstick red. Hers is by <a href="http://larissahadjio.com/">Larissa Hadjio</a>, who has an even chic-er one coming out soon, all black with gold hardware, available in two sizes (pictured right).<br />
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The Clare Vivier waist bag is available at <a href="http://www.shopbop.com/fanny-pack-clare-vivier/vp/v=1/1560052616.htm?folderID=2534374302198581&fm=other-shopbysize-viewall&colorId=12560">Shopbop</a> for $216. A less pricey version of this trend (trend?) can be had at <a href="http://store.americanapparel.net/Rsalh513.html">American Apparel</a>. And because of the bright colors of their version, I think it would be a great accessory for a kid. They have a nylon one for $22, a leather one for $42, and corduroy or denim, both for $22.<br />
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<br />tracyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12708782397584158047noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1165779380552798395.post-38760590687939927922013-03-11T11:24:00.003-07:002013-03-11T11:24:59.087-07:00Madewell Birdslife printSpring is here in Portland. I know other parts of the country are still getting snow. But here we had three straight days of sunshine (unheard of). And I woke up this morning after setting the clocks forward yesterday to birds chirping away and pink blossoms of Daphne filling the air with its wonderful scent.<br />
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Which has inspired me to write about Birdslife, a very spring-y print from Madewell's spring collection that I have been admiring for several weeks now. It really looks like something from Rachel Comey or No.6 and is now on sale and they are even running an extra 20% off sale promotion.<br />
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The romper is my favorite and it sold out right away. However, many thanks to Mickey Drexler and his wonderful assistants who so nicely tracked one down for me and had it sent express shipping (Gotta love their customer service, truly impressive.) Although all of a sudden, there are a couple sizes in the romper available online again.<br />
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The dress is great too although more expensive. And it has also been spotted on Reese Witherspoon.<br />
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Lastly there was a camisole tank but it has now sold out. If you are near a Madewell store, unlike me, I would suggest scouring the store for this one.<br />
<br />tracyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12708782397584158047noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1165779380552798395.post-68817661438430517782013-03-05T10:32:00.001-08:002013-03-05T10:32:37.962-08:00Isabel Marant FW 2013<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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I know there has been some differing opinions over Isabel Marant's fall/winter collection that debuted a couple days ago at Paris Fashion Week. I just wanted to go on record saying I loved it. And for the first time in many seasons, I won't have to worry about looking like an LA fashion victim in certain pieces. Because honestly in some of these cowgirl getups, that has been my fear. I aspire to her Francophone chic; the main reason I have loved Isabel for many, many years. And in her past few collections, overall the prints and cuts have been amazing. However with this collection I am very much looking forward this fall to clean lines, drape-y sheer fabrics, comfy leggings, sexy cutouts and overall monochromatic colors. I loved that she mixed navy with black, which is one of my favorite combinations and definitely very French. And she kept a lot of the studs, in the jackets, and sparkles, on the skinny scarves, which are both Americana-enough for that customer wanting that LA look. And keeps the stuff from looking too boring.<br />
Here are a couple of my favorite runway shots. The coats were also amazingly simple:<br />
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And did I mention I love love love the boots? In the black with or without pony hair, yes please.<br />
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Also IM did a great interview with Elle where she explains her inspiration for this collection -- basically to look chic in bad weather, if I may paraphrase. You can read the whole article <a href="http://www.elle.com/news/fashion-style/isabel-marant-interview-paris-fashion-week">here</a>.tracyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12708782397584158047noreply@blogger.com0