Recent Mid-Mod Reads

Here's the latest additions to my vintage library!
How to Decorate and Light Your Home (1955) by E.W. Commery & C. Eugene Stephenson.



The Doubleday Book of Interior Decorating (1965) by Albert Kornfeld.


I think the number of retro decor books I own could almost qualify me as a Mid-Century interior design consultant. Inquire if interested...?

How To Lay Out, Cut and Fit (1964) from Sears Illustrated Sewing Library.


A dress form is next on the wish list...
McCall's Sewing Book (1968) from Random House.

This book will especially come in handy when translating my vintage McCall's patterns!

Wedding Weekend

It's official. My little brother is married! Both the wedding & reception were held in a beautiful old house in a beautiful old neighborhood. It rained the whole day, but it didn't get anyone down. It was actually quite lovely.

Joel & Amy exchanged vows under a pretty chandelier and walked down the aisle for the first time as a married couple to Queen's "You're My Best Friend". There were cupcakes, bad beer, medieval weapons, and even a circle pit at the dance. The day was perfect. Congrats Joel & Amy!!

Some of the wedding party ended up at the Beechwood Lounge afterwards where The Corporation was having an event. Pressure Drop was in full swing spinning reggae & vintage beats. If you want to get an idea of what it was like, check out this video.

Thought on a Friday // 09.17.10 [Fashion Week Edition]

Here's the roundup of my official New York Fashion Week favorites! Really, they should come as no surprise...

1.Marchesa.





2. Jonathan Simkhai.





3. Oscar de la Renta





4. Andy & Debb.





5. Tadashi Shoji.





6. Yuna Yang.





[Photos via wwd.com].

Workspace of Ines de la Fressange

Because my chances of winning the CB2 contest are virtually nil, I've decided to feature my favorite shoot to date from The Selby.

Ines de la Fressange, a former haute couture model for Chanel, is a perfume and fashion designer. Simply put, her workspace in Paris is what dreams are made of.

D.I.Y. Ruffle Tote

This pretty little project comes from Parasol Co., a wonderful little online shop specializing in designer fabric.

Be sure to check out the adorable downloads & illustrations on their blog!

I especially liked this one, Girls in a Bottle.