Casa Orlandi by Sabrina Bignami

Casa Orlandi is the incredible residence and guesthouse of architect Sabrina Bignami. I stumbled upon her living quarters while researching Victorian-inspired decorating schemes for an album cover shoot I'm styling next week.

Now this is a place I could easily call 'home'...

A Short Film Shoot

Here's a few stills from the short film I helped out with this past weekend. I had the privilege of rounding up props & styling the set.

For more updates on the film, check out Shrieking Tree blog.


SOMEBODY HIRE ME TO DO THIS FULL TIME. I just love it.

soZealous for: GLOVES

[Image credits: 1.screamst on Deviant Art. 2.Irvin Penn. 3.raull tumblr. 4.allposter.com. 5.1957 Vogue. 6.misswallflower tumblr. 7.wouldouyliketoswingonastar. 8.melissanoir tumblr. 9.emlove tumblr. 10.misslouisexo. 11.wedgeheel blogg. 12.swoone tumblr.]

Our 8mm Wedding Film

Our AMAZINGLY talented friend & videographer, Dave Poyzer, has released a web version of the 8mm film he shot on our wedding day.

We were so happy to have our wedding captured in this way and really couldn't have asked for anything more.

In addition to Super 8 film, Dave also shoots with a variety of vintage cameras. So if you're looking to incorporate a unique vintage element into your big day, his services may be inquired at The Wedding Format. He comes highly recommended!!

Music: "Hoppipola" by Sigur Ros.

Tea & A Music Show

This past weekend was packed with activities! College bestie in town, Market Day Iowa, Dogtown Fest, AND a short film shoot. The perfect kind of weekend for my camera battery to die. Ugh.

Instead, I'll just have to share the few bargains I got at Michael's in the dollar bins. There was a variety of cups, magnets, and stationary items with these Victorian-esque images on them. So cute!

I'm currently hunting for merch inspiration for my Hubby's new musical group, Parlours. They're super good and will be opening for Tim Kasher (Cursive/ The Good Life) TONIGHT at the Vaudeville Mews!

Tim Kasher w/ Parlours, Cashes Rivers
Doors: 5:30 pm - Show: 6:00 pm - All Ages - $12

Hope to see you there!!

Thought on a Friday // 09.24.10

[Image via electricladyland.]

Giveaway Announcement!

Dear Lovely Blog Readers,

As a huge THANK YOU for your readership, I will be hosting several (very exciting) giveaways throughout the month of October (which also happens to be my birthday month)!

It's going to be hard keeping them a secret until then, but let it be known that contests will be open to U.S. blog readers ONLY. Each giveaway will have it's own special instructions to enter. Keep watching the blog for more details:)

Can't hardly wait!! xx

[Image via wetbehindtheears.com]

The Pretty Parlour

The Pretty Parlour boutique is a second-hand wonderland located in Seattle. Specializing in vintage apparel with an award-winning lingerie collection, the shop also features clothing by local designers.

"Where Audrey Hepburn meets Judy Jetson..."

The Photography of Mark Shaw

Legendary photographer Mark Shaw captured Mid-Century elegance at it's finest. His photo archives are sheer eye-candy. Here's a taste...







Vanity Fair lingerie shoot.
Nico of The Velvet Underground.
Jackie for Life Magazine. Shaw was often referred to as the Kennedy family's unofficial photographer.

Shaw photographed Audrey Hepburn on many occassions. This is one of my favorites.

D.I.Y. Wallpaper Panels

Spice up your rented space with this wallpaper panel tutorial from Inviting Home.

These images are from the fantabulous loft of Summer & Josh featured on Apartment Therapy. Absolutely LOVE what they've done with the place!

soZealous for: LEGGINGS

[Photo credits: 1.weheartit. 2.all things french. 3.barbara munsel flickr. 4.clothes and coffee. 5.hrabina von tup tup flickr. 6.suicide blonde. 7.little teaspoon. 8.silly strings. 9.vintage diary. 10.fashion protege. 11.tumblrlikes. 12.a mug of tea.]