I'm Seeing Blue

What is it about blue? My Blue Heaven, Blue Velvet,  Blue Suede Shoes, Am I Blue, Blue Skies,and other songs titles ad infinitum. And that's not even counting the patriotic songs or  the use of 'Blues' as a genre.It's a favorite color for a vast number people. And between the sky and the seas, it's a universal background to life.So I bring you the April tribute to Blue, Vintage style.     
 

Mes Dames Spring 2012

This is such a lovely set of photographs from the spring lookbook for Mes Dames.  Often, I'll see a lookbook and like the clothes but not the photography, or like the photography but not the clothes.  In this case I think the two compliment each other perfectly.  It makes me want to take a trip to the nearest botanical garden. 

Spring in My Backyard

The other day I wanted to try out my new 50mm f/1.8 lens (it's actually Tom's old lens) that I got to go with my new digital SLR camera. I didn't have to wander far to find somewhere to practice... our own backyard!  Last year was the first time I'd planted anything in the previously barren space, so I was curious to see what, if anything, would reappear this spring.  I was happy to discover lots of new growth peeking through the soil and new buds flowering here and there.

I'm never sure if you want me to bore you with lots of gardening talk, (seriously, I could go on and on about it) but here is a look into our little piece of earth.  We have (starting at the top) creeping jenny, new blossoms on the blueberry bush, heuchera, mint & cilantro & basil in pots, green onions that somehow survived all winter, hostas, a cherry tree that will blanket the patio in pink blossoms and what's left of the two daffodil blooms we had this spring (last year there was only one - progress!). 

Etsy Update: Spring Dresses

I just got through stocking the shop with lots and lots of lovely cotton dresses.  I wish I could keep all of these!  But since I can't (although I'm seriously tempted by a few of them) I'm hoping you'll help me find new homes for all of them.  They're perfect for this spring weather we're having. Thanks so much for stoppin' by!

The Twenties are Here

Well, here we are after an extended break. But we weren't lolling about eating bonbons on the beach while we were neglecting our blog duties. Not that there's thing wrong with bonbons or beaches. I would happily eat a bonbon, and beaches are a wonder. But,no - we have been busy here. An opera project, another opera project in development, a bathroom remodel, the attack of the Spring weeds, a

So Long, Marianne

Wardrobe: Summerland, Photography: Anja Verdugo, Model: Skye Velten, Styling, hair & makeup: Megan Hart

You've probably already seen these photos floating around on other blogs, but I couldn't help joining the fray.  The photos are from the spring 2012 editorial for Summerland, a Portland based shop that stocks independent designers as well as vintage finds.  The photos were taken by Anja Verdugo of Clever Nettle.  I get so excited seeing a fellow blogger having so much success and transcending the personal-style-blogger rut that so many of us (I'm guilty!) fall in to.  Way to go Anja!

Easy Outfits

Ace & Jig dress, Madewell sandals, The Row x Linda Farrow sunglasses

Last week's tease of spring-like weather left me with the incurable desire to leave the house everyday wearing an outfit as simple as dress-sandals-sunglasses.  That's it.  No need to wonder if I need a sweater for layering, or if my feet will be cold or if the clouds will hide the sun and all of its warmth.  As much as I love winter clothes and the colors and textures that come along with the wools and tweeds and layers, getting dressed in the summer months is just so easy. 

Secret Squirrel skirt, Peter Jensen blouse, Repetto flats, Karen Walker sunglasses


Charles Anastase skirt, Madewell blouse & sandals, Illesteva sunglasses


Aubin & Wills dress, Repetto flats, Madewell sunglasses


TBA dress, K. Jacques sandals, Karen Walker sunglasses


Band of Outsiders dress, Marais sandals, Topshop sunglasses