Loving: Menswear Campaigns

This is probably one of those instances where I think that this is a "new" thing but it's really just new to me. I realize that the whole idea of a lookbook is probably as old as fashion itself, but lookbooks available to the public (via the internet mostly) seems to be something that's fairly recent. That said, I generally peruse the women's collections (for obvious reasons) but these men's books are not only full of great clothing but are beautifully shot, styled and modeled. The fashion house is named at the beginning of each of the features, but they are: CXXVI (of New York), 10Deep (also of New York) and Cavalier (which doesn't exactly exist but Taylor Pemberton seems to be the designer and he's in Savannah, GA).



Well done boys.

At The Design Blog: June Calendar

I've made you a present! Go get it over at the Design Blog. xo

Happy June my dear!

Pretty Party: BBQ Engagement

In honor of Memorial Day and the unofficial kick-off to American summer I thought we'd all like to look at this gorgeous backyard Engagement party. Mark and Amy (of eat drink chic) invited their nearest and dearest to celebrate their engagement and then surprised everyone when they decided to have a civil ceremony right then and there. This is such a great idea for those couples who don't want to spend months and months planning a huge event. And of course everyone is so excited and happy so the party is that much more delightful.


I am particularly in love with this party because it looks like I can do it. It doesn't have a hundred and one crazy pieces to put together but it is still incredibly thoughtful and celebratory.
(images from eat drink chic)
Happy Memorial Day all of you Americans! I hope you're spending it outside with friends.
xo

Listen To This: Beirut

Sigh. This just feels like perfect timing. Go do something fun this weekend - and videotape it for your grandkids. xo

beirut // postcards from italy

Moving In: Cathy + Robin

Cathy and Robin live in a sweet little house which appears to be nestled in some lovely trees and is decorated with just the right amount of interesting bits and bobs. I love that it's not cluttered, but still feels homey and comfortable. I think I'd look quite nice perched in front of that fireplace, don't you?


This couple also has an amazing ceramics website that you should definitely check out.
images from: design*sponge and the d*s flickr page

Meet: Debi Treloar

Our new friend Debi has shot some amazing things: gorgeous, boho interiors; ripe and bright fruit (in teacups of course); perfectly styled tables... Originally from Zimbabwe, she has lived and worked in London for the past fifteen years working with monthly publications, chefs, interior designers and stylists. Check out her site for other images (and to see a list of projects she's been a part of).





You can really see that her exotic African background mixes beautifully with her subtle, vintage, British style. What a great combination!
(all images are from her portfolio)

If We Were Famous: We'd Go To Cannes

So, another year of Cannes Film Festival-ing draws to an end, and the fashion images emerging have really intrigued me this year. I was especially drawn to all the gorgeous neutrals the leading ladies seemed to embrace. There was a plethora of white, black and champagne. Oh, you'd like to see some of my favorites? I thought you might...



Thanks Life Magazine for your amazing archives.
Oh, speaking of which, the rabbit trail that is the Life site led me to these amazing vintage Cannes images. You're going to really enjoy this.


So much glamour!
images from the Life Magazine Archives (Cannes 2011 fashion, classic Cannes and the stars at Cannes galleries)