Other peoples lives...

Today marks the four year anniversary of my return to Portland from a study abroad program I did in Barcelona, Spain. I can't believe its been four years - it seems like only yesterday. Even though I was only there for six months, Barcelona left a permanent imprint on my heart and I can't wait to go back for a visit.

One of my favorite places to go there was the 'Els Encants' flea market in the Plaça de les Glories. Els Encants is an open air market with vendors selling everything from antiques and collectibles to pirated movies and designer knock offs. I found some amazing treasures there.

I've always been fascinated with old family photographs. Here are some of the gems I found at the flea market. If I had to guess, I would say they were taken in the 1950's or so.

Happy New Year!

Normally I'm pretty indifferent about the new year, but this year I'm looking forward to changes and newness. 2009 was full of many exciting things and big accomplishments, but also a lot of stagnant energy. Change is such a scary thing, but also very exhilarating, and even though things happen that hurt like hell at the time, I'm a firm believer that everything happens for a reason. Here are some of the new things I'm looking forward to in 2010:

The potential for New Love:

New Collection for Fall/Winter '10, which should be ready at the end of the month. My inspiration for this collection is 1940's German military clothing and 90's grunge style. I'll be playing with proportion and layering, and a lot of different types of fabric this time around - vintage lace, end-run wool chalis, and performance sherpa fleece. It's gonna be a goodie.


I spent Christmas day this year with Gretchen from MothLove, her boyfriend Jordan and some other nice folks. We watched the movie Inglorious Basterds, which in addition to being a great movie, had a lot of amazing costumes in it. In particular, I loved the style of the main character, played by Melanie Laurent. I'm kind of obsessed with her, actually. She's so beautiful and French looking.





New Website, hang tags, and garment labels. Just in time for the Spring '10 collection to hit stores! Here's a little preview - image created by Ada Mayer:



Yay for change! I hope everyone else has wonderful things happening for them this year. Prospero año nuevo, amigos. Hasta pronto...

Hair Crush

I found this image on Krystyn's blog. Hair crush, outfit crush, girl crush...

Inspiration: Polaroids

It's been a CRAZY month! Things are finally starting to settle down, but the past couple of weeks feel like they've been a blurry haze and my to do list is weighing heavy on my shoulders. Many exciting things happening in the coming months, now if I can just get it all done!

Here are some cool polaroids I came across while procrastinating on tackling my to do list.

funny.

pretty.

quirky.

sexy.

Have a nice weekend everybody!
All images from We Heart It

All I want for Christmas is....

Christmas is right around the corner! This year, there is really only one thing that I want for Christmas, and that something is not a material possession and those who know me well know what I'm talking about. As for the rest of you, I'm not telling. BUT just in case you want to buy me something pretty this holiday season, here are some of my favorite things:


These AMAZING shoes from Halo Shoes here in Portland. They are the perfect modern take on vintage hiking boots. All the great detail without all the bulk!


Love this sketch book, available at Sword+Fern


This actual working telescope necklace, and...


...this necklace, both available from Crumpet Cake's Etsy Shop.

Icon Tattoo Holiday Party Video

I had a blast this Saturday at the Icon Tattoo Holiday Party. Despite being extremely tired, I was able to sound somewhat coherent on this video by Karen Vitt from the Neat Sheet. If you want to see me, fast forward the video to 51 seconds. It's so weird hearing your own voice on camera!




Not only are the ladies that run Icon Tattoo totally adorable, but they know how to throw a good party. There were carolers, a cake walk, a bar, and free coconut hot chocolate! Plus tons of great vendors - I had to resist the urge to shop for myself!

Spring/Summer '10 Preview

Hi Friends,

I wanted to share with you all a preview of my Spring/Summer '10 Collection. Just a sneak peek...to get you excited.

Some of my favorites are the Suit Yourself Bustier and the Open Road Jacket, available in Organic Cotton twill. Also the Kiss and Tell Shorts, a tap style short, in black, flora (the best floral print ever), and mauve.





This collection has been picked up by a few new stores, here they are. I'm so thankful for all of my wholesale accounts, old and new.

Frank James - Portland, Oregon



Zschoche - Newport Beach, CA


La Rousse - Online, but based out of Seattle, WA


Also, as always, everything will be available on my online store.