fashion, collections, spring 2014

samantha pleet spring 2014

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this season, samantha pleet created an amazing short film for her spring 2014 collection, and i’ve completely fallen in love. the short, titled “arcadia” was inspired by stories from darwin’s journals written during his early voyages to the uncharted islands of tiera del fuego with imagery drawn from the paintings of gauguin and rousseau. i always love the narrative behind her collections and the interesting inspiration from which she pulls her looks. and this campy film really brought the story to life. it doesn’t hurt that the collection is beautiful, especially since i am still completely obsessed with tropical vacation vibes. i want to take the entire collection with me in a giant suitcase to go on my very own expedition at sea.

film directed by sarah sophie flicker and maximilla lukacs, starring emily theobald, hannah metz, carlen altman, and andrea estella, and narrated by tennessee thomas. lookbook photos by jacqueline dimilia.





























fashion, collections, nyfw, spring 2014

my nyfw: tocca spring 2014

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the first show i attended when i arrived in new york last week was tocca spring 2014. i always look forward to emma fletcher’s whimsical designs and delicate details, and this collection was no exception. this season, she took inspiration from ballet dancers with pretty ruffled details, cute tap shorts, and a really lovely selection of high rise cigarette pants that i wish i could wear right now! there was also a beautiful range of sheer silk gowns, but i always prefer the more wearable daytime looks. in particular, i am a bit obsessed with the polka dot top and suspender skirt photographed above.

all images photographed by me.




fashion, collections, fall 2013

marais usa fall 2013

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i know it’s the middle of fashion week and all, but i had to take a moment to share that the marais usa fall 2013 collection is out! and once again, they’ve got an equally cute campaign to go with their new fall shoes. they’ve got a great selection of their classics: charming flats, loafers, and ankle boots in fun colors and leopard prints! they’ve also got some pretty darling ankle strap heels for fancier occasions. i think my favorites are the bow slippers and twinkle heels!

photos courtesy of marais usa.









fashion, collections, nyfw, spring 2014

my nyfw: candela spring 2014

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i know it’s the weekend, but i just couldn’t wait to share my photos from the candela spring 2014 presentation. you know i’m a huge fan of anything nautical, so my heart skipped a beat when i stepped into the room to see this elaborate set before my eyes. designer gabriella perezutti stuck with her romantic twist with plenty of lace and ruffles, but she also introduced bold color-blocked patterns fashioned after nautical flags. the stunner for me was a haunting, vintage-inspired eyelet dress fit for the figurehead of a lonely ship lost at sea.

all images photographed by me.






fashion, collections, nyfw, spring 2014

my nyfw: honor spring 2014

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yesterday marked the official first day of fashion week, and boy was it a big one! i attended a handful of shows, but if i had to pick a favorite, it would definitely be honor spring 2014. i was so bummed that i missed their show last season that i was determined to make it this time. and i am so glad that i did! last season was all about clean lines and bold colors, but this time it was all about the intricate details. it was one of those shows that gets your heart all aflutter as you see each dreamy piece float down the runway almost faster than your poor brain can even compute. it was a huge collection set against a forested wonderland with enough evening gowns to make you wish you were cinderella at the ball. believe it or not, there were more looks than i am sharing here, but i wasn’t quick enough to catch them all. in particular, i loved the slim cigarette pant suits with matching cropped jackets and the showstopper for me was a certain baby blue gown covered in fluffy thistledown puffs. swoon!

all images photographed by me.


























fashion, collections, spring 2014

whit spring 2014

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yep, fashion week has officially started and i’m already missing shows. such was the case when i arrived in nyc last night, several hours after the whit spring 2014 presentation had already ended. this was kind of a bummer because as jaded as i might sometimes get over fashion week and the fashion industry in general, i still really love clothes and i still get all anxious and excited filing into those little presentation spaces or crawling into crowded runway seating. especially when it’s a designer i really love, like whitney pozgay. she always has such a fun and carefree aesthetic that sparks my imagination. looking at this collection makes me want to go on an extravagant vacation and wear every single piece while doing totally awesome stuff like drinking silly cocktails poolside or lounging in a hammock. i love the crisp, clean lines and super touristy vibes. it reminds me that i am totally a spring/summer girl. give me easy pieces like printed dresses over layered fall looks any day.

photos courtesy of whit.





















fashion, shopping

behind the lens: a visit with melissa joy manning

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i was recently invited into designer melissa joy manning’s berkeley studio to take a little peek behind-the-scenes of this hand-made and sustainable local jeweler. i’m the type of girl who really only has a few pieces of simple jewelry that i’ve carefully selected with the hopes of wearing for many years to come, and that is exactly what you’ll get at melissa joy manning. her unique pieces are created using recycled metals and sustainably sourced gems, all created by hand in her berkeley and new york studios. i toured her california space and asked her a few interview questions which are up now at refinery29. but i took so many photos, i thought i’d share a few more of them here.

all images photographed by me.








fashion, collections, fall 2013

nadinoo play by numbers

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today we’re celebrating labor day here in the united states, but meanwhile in south africa, the talented nadia of nadinoo has just released her much-anticipated new collection, play by numbers! she’s back with a stunning collection of dresses and separates all hand sewn using seasonal liberty prints in 100% cotton. her clothes are just so pretty and easy to wear, exactly what i need more of in my life now that i’m living in such a hot clime. i am seriously swooning over the oopsy daisy dress, set to release with the rest of the collection this october!

photography by jenny & lee, modeled by hannah keussner, hair & make up by natsumi watanabe, and styling by nadia izruna.






fashion, collections, fall 2013

giantlion fall 2013

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i had been eagerly anticipating the release of the giantlion fall 2013 lookbook after they posted a little preview on their facebook page, but somehow missed it in all of my baby madness this week! it’s been really fun watching this brand evolve over the past couple of years, and i must say, the new pieces are so elegant and understated (which is exactly what i look for in jewelry) and the photographs capture them so perfectly. in fact, everything looks so good that i am now faced with a very lucky conundrum: which piece do i want the most?!

photos courtesy of caroline whittington of giantlion, styling by ali breslin, makeup by allison perlstein, hair by cristin armstrong, modeled by gillian herring, and photographed by amber byrne mahoney.




















fashion, collections, fall 2013

vivetta fall 2013

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while browsing the web, i came across the new vivetta fall 2013 collection and i think i’m in love. she’s continued with her iconic hand collars that we’ve seen the last few season, but this time, she’s added whimsical bows and red lip appliques to this very bold collection. there’s a huge range of fun and interesting silhouettes in this massive collection, meaning there’s definitely something for everyone. i’m actually having a hard time picking a favorite look, but if hard pressed to pick just one piece, it would probably be one of those daring ’60s-inspired shift dresses with scalloped edging down the front. and i can’t get over this model, doesn’t she look like a very tall, modern version of anna karina?

images courtesy of vivetta.