fall in photographs

various photos taken on my iphone 4 with the hipstamatic app.

1st row (l to r): trying on my fall outfit; dressing room at madewell

2nd row: pour la victoire booties at tj maxx (what a find!); previous fall outfit laid out on my bed

3rd row: architecture model at the MoMA; cocktails at the modern with an old friend

old hollywood bedroom inspiration

I've been drawn to the Old Hollywood regency school of interiors lately, and I love how pieces of that era always seem to pop up in modern rooms. I was looking at Lonny's bedroom inspiration section, saw the picture below, and got inspired. My dream bedroom would look like this - it's a bit masculine, but the pops of color + bits of whimsy keep it from going overboard. I'd probably put my precious glittery Louboutins on my bedside table just to keep it feminine.

1. greek key rug, frontgate; 2. fu dog bookends, cb2; 3. sheepskin rug, ikea; 4. chippendale chair, pieces; 5. chevron pillow, target; 6. lucite lamp, target; 7. re-imagined fitzgerald novel, cb smith; 8. horse compact mirror, refinery29; 9. matisse sketch, art.com

art & architecture: cardboard sky

rendering of finished piece

Eye candy for today is University of Texas architecture student Daniel Morrison's ambitious installation, featured at the Art Alliance Austin event last year. A friend of mine volunteered for the project and helped cut and fold the hundreds of cardboard crosses that make up the final piece. It's been sitting in my inspiration folder for about a year now, and I still can't get over it.

nyfw favorites: suno

Can you tell that I'm a graphic designer who loves black and yellow? I'm pretty sure my love for print, texture, and my favorite colors directly translates into my fashion aesthetic. My apologies if it gets a bit repetitive. Suno is a rising star in the fashion world with their second collection already getting a lot of attention (Rachel Bilson wore a beautiful printed Suno skirt to Fashion's Night Out) - and it's easy to see why. Their ability to mix bold prints and wildly different outfits yet still maintain a cohesive look sets them apart from other designers who merely play with pattern. It's quite fitting and no mistake that the word "Suno" is actually Japanese for "print." Actually, I just made that up, but wouldn't it be perfect?





photos by Style.com

nyfw favorites: proenza schouler

Hey all. Sorry for my delay in posting but I've been crazy busy lately. That being said, I'll be committing to at least one post a week from now on, but expect more from me soon! I'm a bit late on this post, but New York Fashion Week was stunning this month, as it always is. I, like most of the world, had to be content with watching the shows live-streaming on my iPhone (technology!) or laptop instead of sitting front-row with celebs, but, you know - I'm hoping I'll be there at some point in my life, so I'm contently biding my time until then. I did, however, get to attend Fashion's Night Out this year and it was a madhouse! Highlights of the evening: saying hi to Marc Jacobs in person, chatting with Jonathan Adler (while he made a pot on a spinning wheel!), and almost running into Karl Lagerfeld as he crossed the street with his entourage. Surreal, really.





Anyway, my favorites for the Spring 2011 RTW collections are composed of things I'd actually wear. As much as I loved Marc Jacobs' collection, I just don't think I'll be pulling off the 70's look this spring like he did. One collection that particularly stood out to me (and most everyone, judging from the press it's getting) was Proenza Schouler. I missed seeing the Proenza boys at Barney's on FNO, which I'm still sore about, but staring at their pieces on my Style.com iPhone app whilst on the subway or in the car has calmed me down a bit. A few words to describe them: ladylike, polished, well put-together, and WEARABLE! I would die to walk around in any of their creations, either to the office or out on the town. Below you'll find 4 of my favorites. Jack and Lazaro, you are simply geniuses.

photos from Style.com

wear this, hang that

If you know me, you know I'm positively enamored by anything remotely similar to a Mondrian theme. I even bookmarked this website to play with on my iPhone when I'm bored (it's so much more dramatic on a touch screen, I promise!) Inspired by Joy's "this & that" column (which, I confess, is my favorite part of her lovely blog!). The Piet-inspired cuff is by La Petite Princesse - a jewelry shop in SoHo where everything is handmade and absolutely gorgeous. I am dying for this bracelet... and everything else in the store.

my affordably chic picks for fall '10

clockwise, from right: military jacket, old navy; boot, target; leopard crossbody bag, topshop; linea pelle bracelet, madewell; skinny cargo, ae outfitters; black pump, piperlime; michael kors tortoise watch, shopbop; portrait ring, forever21; striped dress, j.crew; fringed scarf, madewell

Because I'm a recent graduate, I like to use the words, "young, fabulous, and broke" to describe myself (p.s., check out looks by the designer with the same moniker for shopbop, amazing!). Keeping on trend for fall 2010 doesn't have to cost a fortune, so I pulled together some things for the girl who wants to be fabulous on a budget. I tried to represent as many on-trend things as I could: leopard, military, stripes (they're not going away, not yet at least), and overall biker-chic. All of the pieces are under $100, with the exception of the Michael Kors watch, which I couldn't resist. One more thing: I own most of these pieces... so I'll personally attest to their gorgeousness in person. Enjoy!

retro cool: A-frame houses

While on an early evening walk with my golden retriever, I spotted something that's not usually seen around these parts (Annapolis, Maryland): an A-frame home. I grew up in Texas, where everything was built in the past 30 years or so, and my neighborhood consisted of cookie-cutter houses - there wasn't much history in our homes. When I spotted this home, I was compelled to snap a picture of this reminder of the 60's. I also found a few examples of some A-frames in modern times. I'd love to live in one of these someday. Something about them is so uniquely cool.

betsy burnham for lonny

I'm sure you've heard of Lonny magazine, the online-only shelter mag that's been taking the interior design blogosphere by storm. The latest issue just appeared on their website, but one of the things I love the most about Lonny is that its' archives are just as accessible as their current issues. My favorite issue to date is issue three, which features, among other great things, Betsy Burnham. Betsy is an interior designer based out of L.A. who's known for her eclectic interiors that mix vintage with modern into what I describe as "controlled chaos." I love her work! I'm also in the process of reimagining my bedroom and my general living space as I prepare to move to the City, and I would love to recreate a Betsy look for my own. I'm thinking something black, something Asian, and pattern. Lots and lots of pattern.







p.s. I am in love with the Hermes tray. I know it's overdone, but it's still amazing. Would LOVE to know where I can get my hands on one of those.

photos by Patrick Cline for Lonny

frank lloyd wright for lego

I would argue that for the average American, it's pretty hard to say the word "architecture" without images of Frank Lloyd Wright's buildings coming to mind. Well, that's my thought process, anyway. I've had the chance to visit a few of his buildings in Chicago and have been to the Guggenheim Museum in New York a few times. I can't get enough of his work. When I found out that Lego is offering build-your-own-Wright-masterpiece kits as part of their new "architecture" line, I was over the moon. Genius! Now you too can bring a little bit of Wright into your home. Not included in the box: a few rainy afternoons' worth of time needed to build.


fallingwater


the guggenheim museum

architectural details: bouchra jarrar

While browsing through Style.com's Fall 2010 couture collections, I came across this breathtaking display from Bouchra Jarrar. The lines are clean, striking, and remind me of the modern minimalist design I love so much. Plus, the pieces are completely wearable.

welcome.

Welcome to my new blog, creative nonsense. I'm into good, clean design in all forms - fashion, art, architecture, interiors, and digital - and this blog will be a showcase for all the things I find particularly striking. I hope you enjoy.