Gucci

circa mid 90s when ripping pics out of magazines make sure you write the date somewhere

How to look good in the heat

New York Times - Sunday July 18, 2010

Well, now don't I wish it was humid here...

Bill Cunningham captured some wonderful shots of stylish men holding their own in New York City's humidity. Remember my summer business formal post I did for Daniel back in January? Review it here.

My choices for best looks:

1. cotton poplin suit - btw now is a good time to get a classic one on sale.

2. the red pants - one of my girlfriends dated a guy who wore red pants. We called him 'Pirate of Red Pants'. He now works at some posh London fashion school and I don't.

3. pocket square, carnation and spectator shoes - how stylishly late 30s.

4. midnight black aviators - no comment necessary.

5. I want to see what he's going to wear the pinstripe pants with. This is a man who knows how to utilize his wardrobe.

6. leather gloves - age spots on hands are no laughing matter - start protecting early - French cuffs - no you don't look pretentious.

7. Hello!

Supermodel Girl Crush #1

Estelle circa 1985
my first supermodel girl crush - note pin holes in the corners

There's something about Lou Reed's voice that makes me want to snuggle

Quote of the Week - Robert Mitchum

mom, marilyn, billy, dolaine, dennis

There isn't any way to win but there's a way to lose more slowly.

a found letter

letter found in a thrift store First Edition of Skinny Legs and All

dated May 1990

Tom Robbins is not my favourite author (neither is Jack Kerouac) but I've read all his books. I started with Another Roadside Attraction solely for the reason it was the title of the Tragically Hip's (hello Gord Downie!) now defunct traveling music and arts festival. Skinny Legs and All
was my next venture. I think I remember this one because I read it in the early 90s and although the prose irritated me the vibe had a personal sense of familiarity. Yes, I'm proud to have slept in fields and hung out at the Cottonwood Market helping friends sell burlap and vintage upholstery bags.

My favourite Hip album:

Road Apples

of course I can't resist Bobcaygeon, Wheat Kings, or Scared...

Last Weekend on the Turntable

Portishead Dummy

1994

Vintage Emanuel Ungaro

1980
French Vogue

Design Lover - Vintage Sony Table Radio

From my private collection

circa 1970s

Tip of the Week - The Appetizer Plate

An hors d'oeuvres plate is small for a reason.

Quote of the Week - Susie Tompkins Buell

my baby shower - my mom's the one with the corsage

You may well change your clothes from season to season, but I don't think confident women change their style. Style is connected to your values.
Susie Tompkins Buell co-founder Esprit

Last Weekend on the Turntable

The Legendary Ravi Shankar - Golden Jubilee Concert Live

Style Inspiration

Amedeo Modigliani
1884-1920

Did you Know?

The first spectator shoe, originally designed as a cricket shoe in 1868, eventually became an essential part of the 1930s yachtsman's wardrobe.

Vintage Versace Men

1980