Seeing Spots

I'm always a fan of DIY projects, which means of course I love the blog "PS, I made this." They always post some inspiration shots, and then a project that embodies those pics.

They posted a great tutorial the other day with an easy rip-off of some classic vintage hobnail. And, as they said, "Its the perfect way to re-purpose empty cans, bottles, containers without dropping a small fortune on pretty porcelain."




This will also give all that puffy paint that has been sitting in your craft drawer since the 80s a little purpose.

Trendspotting at Treasure Island Music Festival

Aubs and I shot some "street style" pics at last month's Treasure Island Music Fest for the NBC fashion folks. The fur, feathers and sequins were really flying.

See the whole slideshow here.

Since we usually just use one or two shots in the slideshow, I thought I'd give you a little more in depth look at some of my favorite shots:

I love that this outfit goes from summer to fall with one deftly placed vintage fur collared coat:





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This outfit is just my style. At least for everyday casual wear. A little understated, but with a few key details that just really make it work. I like the little chains and jewels on her shoulders, that overnight-sized bag she is carrying, and those shoes are just perfect.




(Confession - after taking these shots, I went and bought some shoes like these at urban because although i missed the summer of outfit perfection they probably would have provided, it doesn't snow in SF so I have deemed them my perfect fall/winter shoe. And they are on sale.)



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And THIS, my friends, is how you pull off one of those slightly oversized fur coats you find in the thrift store. Her hat and layered chains are perfect accessories, and of course, I can always get behind the shorts with tights look.



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This hairstyle is really great. It looks like it would be simple enough to pull off, too.



See the whole slideshow here.

Forever Stuck in the Background: Miranda July

I love when Miranda July gives us a little glimpse of the things happening inside her head.

She did this great photoshoot with Vice where she dressed up like forgotten background extras in old movies.










I know Halloween just passed, but it would have been fun to go as an impeccably dressed extra.

Elva!!

Clearly I'm on a vintage brooch kick of late. Just came across Elva Field's site. I la-la-LOVE what she does making new jewelry out of vintage. Beautiful!


via simplesong

Shop Preview: Shoes! Parties!

We have a few fun shoes and party dresses to be listed in the next week:






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Flower Girl

I have a long standing crush on vintage brooches (you can find great ones here or here). It's kind of sad that they mainly sit in my drawer. I love the idea of making something like this so that they can see the light of day more. Any suggestions on how to make it so that the brooches can be worn too?

Found via BlueBird Vintage, but I can't find the original image

Faux-tage

I'm with Bex-- real vintage is better, but some of the stuff the kids these days are making is just too darn pretty to pass off. And, if we keep this stuff long enough it will be vintage, eventually.

Case in point. These wall cards from Webster's. I love the idea of decorating a nursery with these-- perhaps as a border around the ceiling, lining the back of a door, or in a series of frames spelling out the child's name? The price is right, and they are so quaint!