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by Shana on

CLC + Anthropologie Puts A Spring In Our Step

Spring has sprung at Anthropologie! Take a peek at these new CLC skirts that just hit stores, just add a mojito and sunshine!
 
www.anthropologie.com
 

 

by Flora on

Downton Abbey

 

 
After endless rave reviews from my family and friends telling me how much I’d love it, I finally gave in and dove into Downton Abbey. I suddenly became completely consumed by it and could not pull myself away. The historical references, the stories of a gazillion characters from upstairs and downstairs becoming entangled hooking you with comedy, romance and intrigue. It starts 1912 with the sinking of the titanic that kills two of the only heirs to the fine Downton abbey. The family faces losing everything to a perfect stranger, a distant cousin. While the family slowly gets used to Williams presence, other scandals and twists and turns ensue both upstairs and down.
 
Everyone should give this show a try. If not for the historical reference and social intrigue for the clothes!! Costume history was one of my favorite classes so of course I love watching the clothes evolve from the styles of 1912 through the first world war up to 1920. I can’t wait for season 3 which is said to take us through the roaring 20s!! one of my favorite fashion eras. This show’s popularity is rising everyday we have even started to see it referenced on the runway and the streets!
 
 
Favorite character: Violet Countesse of Grantham
Best quote: “put that in your pipe and smoke it!!” who knew women of that age and status said things of that sort and in 1913?? (re: when bickering with cousin crawly)
 
“It’s like living in a second rate hotel where guest keep arriving and never seem to leave” (re: turning downton abbey into a convalescence home –recovery hospital during the war.
 
 
2nd favorite: Sybil: She is a modern women interested in politics and women’s rights, falls for the guy from the wrong side of the tracks and she’s fashion forward to boot!! – one episode she comes to lunch in a new and shocking Paul Poiret pant jumpsuit.!!!

by Shana on

In The Navy

Shop navy at www.coreylynncalter.com!

by Margaret on

BUTTONS AND BOWS

Last night I had the great opportunity to have dinner with three fabulous ladies, one who happened to be Karen Marley, the daughter of the legendary Bob Marley.  This was quite a special moment for me as I have been such a huge fan of Bob's music all my life and I very much respect the legacy of his name and what his music represents to the world.  

 

Karen Marley and her dog Boots

What I soon found out after meeting Karen is that she has a major flair for fashion and some serious sass.  All the things I love in a gal. Born in Jamaica, she lived in London for awhile before she moved here to Los Angeles. Karen has always had an eye for fashion as well as business working with her sister Cedella on her Catch a Fire line along with the many Marley family projects. 

Karen looking sassy

Karen brought along her BFF and business partner, Monique Aquino- aka Dillon Delacroix, who was equally as fashionable and sassy. The two are opening a new Vintage boutique in Downtown Los Angeles in April called Buttons and Bows that I am super excited about. 

Karen and Monique of Buttons and Bows

I can't wait to take all the CLC girls there as we are all big lovers of vintage and get a lot of inspiration from things of the past. I also want to get Ms. Marley in some CLC as I know it is such a great fit for her eclectic style.  

coming soon...

The boutique is opening in a few weeks on April 5th, but in the meantime you can check out their website, blog, and facebook page to find out more.

All the pictures were borrowed by Buttons and Bows blog.  

Looking forward to the opening!

xo

M

by Flora on

Patrick Haemmerlein: Collages

A few art walks ago in Downtown LA, going mostly just to sample the extensive selection of foodtrucks, I stumbled upon the works of Patrick Haemmerlein.  While normally quite blaze about the whole artwalk art, I was delighted to find some works that intrigued me.  

Patrick Haemmerlein is a native to NY now living in LA as a freelance photographer and graphic designer.  When he first moved to L.A he began his “obsessive photographic cataloguing of the city” (artist's website) with those images of urban life and chaos he has created mixed media works using recycled wood and books often expressing commentary on how urban chaotic living and industry coexists or clashes with nature.  

Being new to L.A myself I appreciated his gritty portrayal of the city I now call home.   

far right L.A theatre -is hanging in my room.