THURSDAY SEPTEMBER 13th 2012



Designer Watch: Clover Canyon

A friend sent me a link to Clover Canyon and I was immediately obsessed with their use of prints. Not only is the print itself an incredible work of art, but the positioning compliments the silhouettes so effortlessly. Oh, and I do want to mention their amazing commitment to being "Made in California." In an industry where the majority of products are made overseas, this company just keeps exceeding all expectations.
Look for Clover Canyon on big name online retailers such as:


SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 8th 2012

Bergdorf Goodman 111 years!
This company starts as any great American story with an immigrant from France. The original owner, Herman Bergdorf, started a tailor shop in downtown Manhattan. So where did the name Goodman come from? An apprentice by the name of Edwin Goodman invested in the company and eventually became the sole owner and operator of Bergdorf Goodman.
After a bit of moving around Manhattan, the Uptown store (and present location) was established in 1928.
Goodman, being a savvy businessman, was worried about the state of the economy and unsure if his clients would follow him to this new location. To address the issue of what he thought may be a challenging business location, he designed the store to accommodate for multiple storefronts. These spaces were rented out to various companies, but during the great depression Bergdorf Goodman thrived and eventually owned the entire block.
Next time you're in NYC take a visit! 

TUESDAY SEPTEMBER 4th 2012

Too many bangles to count!
I love this new graphic tee. The "Endless Nights" graphic is placed over the classic Breton stripe for a more updated tee look. I purchased this at H&M while searching for that easy and comfy tee to wear with my cut off shorts. The material is a bit clingy so I sized up about 4 sizes so it would have that "oversized" appearance and could be worn off the shoulder. Super cute and only $14.95. All bracelets were purchased at H&M or Forever 21. I don't like paying big $$ for things I am always losing!

MONDAY SEPTEMBER 3rd 2012

 

Designer Watch: Humbert and Lo

Love, Love, Love this designer!!!! The above collection is actually her debut collection, so I will keep you posted on where to purchase these great pieces. I am extremely impressed by the fact that A.J. Woodruff (owner/designer,) has done an amazing job at creating a line that has a vintage vibe, but still is so relevant.
"My goal is to present the past and its influence on the present. I want the wearer to experience time-its technique and color, it's texture, its feel. There will always be a sense of romance in my work...always a sense of nostalgia. I am always nostalgic for something, although, I don't always know what it is."
~A.J. Woodruff

MONDAY SEPTEMBER 3rd 2012

Home again home again jiggity jog!
I came home for the Labor Day weekend and managed to squeeze in a hike around the farm with my pup Mick. It's nice to see everything so green, especially since the season didn't start out well. But that much needed rain finally came through. 
The top photo is an old sour cream advertisement that my dad found in the barn, covering a hole. He always said farmers were the best inventors. They can make something out of anything. Being a farmers daughter, I can say this is definitely a true statement. My dad relocated it to our chicken coop, where it's pictured above.
The remaining photos were taken on the top and bottom lane that runs to the barn and back. All the flowers photographed are considered weeds, but they are really quite beautiful!
I don't remember how much I miss home until I'm visiting on a gorgeous day like yesterday. 

SUNDAY SEPTEMBER 2nd 2012

Formal Dress, dressed down.
I loved the idea of pairing a formal skirt (in this case, a vintage prom dress,) with a Chambray button down top. This is so simple and makes you feel so girly!
Top: Thrift Store/ Dress: Thrift Store/Bracelet: Gift from Ashley (Thanks P!)/Shoes: Simply Vera from Kohls
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