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Sharing Closets / Sharing Style with Lily




We all have that friend who’s creatively gifted at everything they do- that’s Lily Jackson for me. She can make dinner for 50, sew elaborate curtains, design an album cover and even decorate her own wedding cake (true story). Though we’re both from the little state of RI, Lily and I didn’t meet til freshman year in college where we bonded over eccentric craft ideas, art history and many trips to Filene’s basement. Lily’s always been a classic beauty with style from another era. Classy and poised in a diner at 2am or baking couture cakes at Little Venice Cake shop, she’s always been an inspiration.

In her own words…

When I got married a few months ago, I was trying to decide on my “something old, something new, something borrowed, something blue.” My dress was new, my bracelet was borrowed, I had a blue ribbon, and I knew exactly what I wanted my something old to be – a pair of earrings that were a present from my mom and once belonged to my great grandmother.  I loved being able to wear something that had once been worn by three generations especially on my wedding.   

I’ve always loved visiting my grandmother in Iowa where a trip wouldn’t be complete without raiding the closets in the attic searching for vintage clothes.  You never knew what you were going to find – an embroidered and beaded purse, a cute color block shift, or a glamorous ball gown.  I love mixing in these vintage pieces and be able to have a little bit of them with me in my wardrobe.

 

May 12, 2012 | By: Shayna Kulik

Sharing Closets / Sharing Style with Chelsa




Off the heels of Friday’s post, where Chelsa shared some family gems and talked 60’s and 70’s patterns, we have a fantastic follow-up illustrating more Skees style. Wearing the same dimples, high-waisted jeans and adorable smirk, Chelsa and her mother are cross-generational trendsetters.

In her own words…

I can’t help raiding my mothers closet every time I go for a visit. There’s something a little more extraordinary about having a hand-me-down item from your mother or grandmother.  I remember as a child seeing a high-waisted leather skirt that I would kill for now!  This Mother’s day, pay homage to your mom’s past style. Get inspired by going through old photo albums together, you know what they say, imitation is the best form of flattery.

 

May 12, 2012 | By: Shayna Kulik

A Mother's Day Series




We’re kicking off the weekend with a little series devoted to Mother’s Day, called, Sharing Closets, Sharing Style. While we’ve all said we’ll never become our parents, a funny thing happens when you hit adulthood and before you know it, that antique broach and polyester shirt aren’t so bad (can you tell I was raised by grandparents).

On Wednesday, I reached out to a few friends and colleagues to see if they’d be willing to share photos of their family style over the years. Luckily for me (and you) they were game. I whipped up some quick patterns to accompany, and wah lah, we have seven stories to present!

To introduce the series, I’m sharing an image I snapped last summer in Chelsea. It’s one of my all time favorites- three generations captured in perfect synchronicity. I wanted to run up to them afterwards to get an email, but got uncharacteristically shy and just let it go. Stunning, aren’t they?

 

May 12, 2012 | By: Shayna Kulik

Friday Quick Links!




1. Paola Navone’s stunning “Secret Garden” installation via Yatzer
2. The awesome art of the destroyed Polaroid via Trendland
3. Gorgeous chandelier constructed from brushed brass and natural agate slices via Honestly WTF
4. Charmed by these paper sculptures in bell jars by Mark of Present & Correct via Design Crush
5. Why hide your spools of thread when they could be a colorful part of the decor via Plenty of Colour
6. I’d be pretty ecstatic if my neighborhood had a cupcake ATM via Oh Joy!
7. Super stunning lighting from Ania Pauser via Miss Moss
8. Wowed by Madame Peripetie’s photography via Design For Mankind
9. Fantastic idea – Polaroid styled business cards by Lundgren + Lindqvist for Cora Hillebrand via designworklife
10. Definitely digging these patterned serving utensils from Leif via design*sponge
11. Loving Charlotte Caron’s painted animal masks on photographic portraits via The Jealous Curator
12. Each of Mitsy Sleurs 99 Matryoshka Dolls express a different emotion via Poppytalk

Contributed by Emily Gup

May 11, 2012 | By: Shayna Kulik

Recycling the Sixties. What Mom Wore.




With Mother’s Day creeping near, I’ve been reflecting on 60’s and 70’s style to envision what my mother was like back in the day. In the 60’s, platform shoes, high-waisted pants, oversize-glasses and jumpsuits were everywhere. However, no one really talks about the fabrics and colors of times past which is what made the looks so special. Batik, paisley, polka dots, leather fringe, shift dresses, and fitted blazers are just a few of my favorites.

1. Paisley Pattern Coat | 2. Mom & Dad | 3. Shift Dress by Vero Moda | 4. Twiggy in a Shift Dress | 5. Polka Dot Dress | 6. Me in my 60’s inspired Phillip Lim Glasses | 7.Batik Patterned Fabrics | 8. My Mom

Coverage by Chelsa Skees

 

May 11, 2012 | By: Shayna Kulik

Twitter Influencer: Jennifer Baker Brown




Jen Baker Brown considers herself a professional doodler, though really she is quite the creative jill-of-all-trades. For a decade, she’s worked as an art director and graphic designer at fashion and lifestyle publications, in addition to working with non-profits and as a freelancer. Her heart is in branding, traditional print production, illustration, and digital media. These days Jen can be found floating in a sea of wavy patterns and illustrations as she pursues her love of surface and pattern design, in addition to flexing her entrepreneurial muscle with collaborative projects.

We love Jen’s twitter feed because it really allows her lovely and observant personality to shine. She’s truly a delight to follow, whether she’s commenting on her day-to-day adventures or sharing interesting info from around the web.

 

May 11, 2012 | By: Shayna Kulik

Tracking Repetitive + Awesome.
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