On Artisinal Fashion...

The B.Yellowtail Collective is described on their website as "heirloom, artisinal fashion pieces; one-of-a-kind cultural gems; handcrafted & designed by Native American Artisans; where tradition, beauty, and culture meet authentic Indigenous design." 

Friends, I am of the opinion that fashion is art and that art is a conversation. For too long, Native American and other Indigenous People's contributions to the world of fashion have been translated into a single language, so to speak. I am so happy that other voices and aesthetics are coming through. Not in cacophony but in harmony.

On Fish and Grits....

So, sometimes I think I'm hilarious. Like when I try to sneak words in on Words With Friends. Usually, my attempts are rebuffed ...like language isn't fluid and organic. This rejection has, upon occasion, inspired some Prince-level shade. But mostly it's a chance for me to laugh at my own jokes.

Destination: Iceland...

My friend Kimia (uber-talented Painter/Art Curator of Wythe Hotel in Brooklyn, New York) just had what looks to me like the the most breathtakingly beautiful wedding anniversary vacation possible. Generally, I'm not one for chilly destinations, but I guess they had their love to keep them warm. Plus a geothermal lazy river. You know, just in case style.

Reykjadalur, Iceland

Skaftafell, Iceland

Geothermal Hot River... NBD

Blue Lagoon, Iceland

So what do you guys think? Iceland is the new Bali?

**All photos are courtesy Kimia's Instagram. Support the artist.

On Footloose and Fancy Free...

Via Knockturn

"On the swing ride at the Hampstead Heath Fair, England, 28 March 1932".

Carnival or playground, I have always loved swings... but there's something about this picture that's especially hopeful. These women had more personal freedoms than any of their many times great-grandmothers before them, and while unrest was brewing, Europe was not yet in the throes of war. It was okay to just be happy and free.

On Dreamy, Cozy Life Dust...

Saffron and Lilies

A dear friend of mine just moved back to the States after being abroad in Australia with her sweet family for a few years. You should check out her blog... but only if "life is beautiful/hilarity ensues" strikes your fancy.
So, like, everyone.

On Life As Art...

"I think everything in life is art. What you do. How you dress. The way you love someone, and how you talk. Your smile and your personality. What you believe in, and all your dreams. The way you drink your tea. How you decorate your home. Or party. Your grocery list. The food you make. How your writing looks. And the way you feel. Life is art." - Helena Bonham Carter

Timeless and Classic...

I've been thinking about the differences between fashion and style, lately. As Scott Schuman recently said, fashion moves quickly, but style is forever. My personal style has been in a bit of flux, of late... but then so has what I want people to know about me based on first impressions, I suppose. To wit, I'm really feeling the looks below.

Via The Sartorialist

Of course, it doesn't hurt that I'm a little bit obsessed with Italy at the moment.
But I love the way they're wearing these shirts - it goes a long way towards solving the issues women typically have with getting shirts to close in the front.