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Thursday, October 1st, 2009

Hvass & Hannibal: Colorblocking

Imagine that this is your office. Impossible? Not if you work for DGI-byen, a popular event venue in Copenhagen. Art studio Hvass & Hannibal put together this design for a conference room renovation, building mobile blocks suitable for dividing the large meeting room into smaller spaces when necessary.

Not only does their design allow for a flexible and changing environment, the colors lend themselves well to an exciting urban/modern atmosphere. The juxtaposition of the tall blocks on the gray background are meant to represent the interaction of cityscape and landscape. To read more about this design and see additional photos of the finished room, visit their site.

The colorblock pieces below reminded me of the bright multicolor palette and geometric patterns from Hvass & Hannibal’s design.

Clockwise from top left:

Walk-a-ways dress in orange from Anthropologie ($79.95)
Risky business sunglasses from Fred Flare ($11)
Ella Moss colorblock boyfriend tee at Saks ($78)
Two-tone Bettye Muller wedge at Neiman Marcus ($310)
Pink lantern skirt from Topshop ($65)
BCBGMAXAZRIA Full Needle tube skirt at Bloomingdales ($148)
In Love by 2 AM tank from Urban Outfitters ($14.99)
Silence & Noise silk retro top from Urban Outfitters ($48)
HAWKS by Geren Ford colorblock dress from Urban Outfitters ($69.99)
Silence & Noise crossback tunic from Urban Outfitters ($38)
Vision lace-up canvas shoe by Topshop ($50)
Joe’s Jeans amber bowler handbag at Endless.com ($200)

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Friday, September 25th, 2009

I’m A Fool For Gold


I’m like a raccoon, I like shiny things. No, wait, I covet shiny things.

Case in point: I found this old Wonder Woman photo and I could NOT stop looking at her accessories (I might also have Halloween costumes on the mind!). Look at that eagle on her chest! Very glamorous and badass at the same time.

They say when you wear metallics, you ought to offset them with neutral colors so you don’t look like you’re headed to Studio 54, when you’re actually headed to your office. Since my gold itch is hampered by such stringent regulations, I went ALL OUT with this inspiration board!


Clockwise from top left.

Suki candle holder from Crate and Barrel
Large Gold Paper Bowl from Upintheairsomewhere’s Etsy
DIY safety pin embellishments from Style Copycat
24K gold necklace from Laura Lombardi’s Etsy
Gold Pyramid Stud jacket from Knightcat
Gold Dress photographed by Magnus Magnusson
Kitchen Zakka bottle opener from Billet
Lavazza Grandi Auguri Packaging from ARC
Piet Indoor Stove from MocoLoco
Dolce and Gabbana’s GOLD restaurant
Rough Herkimer Solitare Ring from Onestonenewyork’s Etsy
Backseam Sheer Hose from Free People
House of Harlow Sunburst Ring from Outblush
Antique gold clock brooch from Amazon
Chanel Gold Fiction nail polish from Outblush

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Tuesday, September 22nd, 2009

White whites

That last snap of cold weather we had a week ago got me thinking about winter whites! ( I’ve totally skipped fall in my mind) And I stumbled on this photo of giant paper flowers from Carol Gearing’s blog. Giant paper flowers is project I’ve attempted many times but have yet to execute a solid result.
I love the white on white! All you see is texture!
Clockwise from top left:

Origami inspired stools from Jakub Poitr Kalinowski
White birds from Middlespace’s Etsy store
Light fixture/oversize accessory from Rosalie de Kruyf
Intirior photo by Emma Mitchell
On/Off magnets by Mollaspace
Cupcakes by Eloise’s cupcakes on Flickr
Alpaca knit guitar by Oeuf NY
Nissan Dream Front Pavilion by Torafu Architects via Dezeen
Chanel Fashion from Knightcat

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Friday, September 18th, 2009

BYOC : Build Your Own Clouds

Coolest. Room divider. Ever. 
Yes folks, believe it or not, this isn’t a fancy shmancy art installation at MOMA. If you haven’t heard about it already, Clouds by Ronan and Erwan Bouroullec allows the average individual to assemble these innovative structures from a set of fabric tiles and rubber bands in their very own homes. Designed for Danish textile company Kvadrat, Clouds come in two different fabric choices and seven different colors. 
Easy to mix and match, create and rearrange, this set is high on my list of must-have-when-I-have-space-for-it items. Can you imagine the looks on your guests’ faces when they see this in your living room? Priceless. To learn more about the designers and Clouds, check out Dezeen’s feature from earlier this year, or visit Linge Roset, our main resource for purchasing Clouds in the US.  
The geometric patterns in the photo above reminded me of the sharp, structured angles that have been popping up in fashion trends this year.  Reminiscent of Lady Gaga? Sure. Just take a look at the black dress below by Commes des Garçons. You or I might not wear this borderline costume, but that doesn’t mean we can’t translate the honeycomb pattern and classic blue/brown palette into other feminine, artsy pieces.
Clockwise from top left:
Brown twill/grosgrain dress by Daniele Alessandrini at YOOX ($180)
Blue strapless bow dress AKA New York on ShopBop ($298)
Moon Dress, RM by Roland Mouret on Net-a-porter
Black honeycomb dress with leather by Commes des Garçons on Far Fetch ($683)
Leather metallic piped bag from Topshop ($50)
Jeffrey Campbell class bootie in brown from Urban Outfitters ($158)
Eye shadow in Molten by Ulta ($4)
Breathe Life nail polish by OPI, in support of the Lung Cancer Foundation of America (various retailers)
BDG Skinny Cord Pant in Port at Urban Outfitters ($49)
Silence and Noise lightweight bomber jacket at Urban Outfitters ($39)
“Sweets for the sweet” honeycomb pendant from luckyduct’s Etsy Store ($65)
Metallic suede shoulder bag from Topshop ($125)
Pella Moda Youth peep-toe flats in light blue on Zappos ($92)

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Wednesday, September 16th, 2009

Dressing Fall

I love the idea of simplifying your wardrobe, especially now when the weather is tricky to dress for. One day it’s 80 and sunny and the next it’s 60 and hurricane winds are knocking you around the avenue.

The Uniform Project takes the simplification process to the extreme, in a good way. Sheena Matheiken wears one dress for one year as an exercise in sustainable fashion and to create awareness for the Akanksha Foundation. It’s a fascinating exercise in accessorizing and layering and basically stretching what you have. She’s really got a knack for it.

This particular photo reminds me of fall (is it the orange against the green?) in the city. The little “1″ in the corner is especially endearing!


TCHO Chocolate bars from The Lovely Package
Bottle lighting from Zero
Hidden Hamlet Plates from Anthropologie
Honey Dipped Booties from Anthropologie
Tin Can Lids from Twig and Thistle
Brooks Brothers Black Fleece Fragrance from “Fashion’s Night Out”
Soap packaging from Pan tu nie stal

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Tuesday, September 15th, 2009

Whale Flowers

A couple of months ago Design*Sponge had a post about artist Katie Vernon, a fantastic illustrator inspired by creative floral designs. This original piece, aptly titled “Whale Flowers” is just one of several prints on sale in her etsy shop ($25). Human-faced whale aside, the gorgeous color palette and interesting variety of blooms commands your attention. 

Lately, I’ve been a huge fan of subdued colors and floral patterns, so this really hit the spot.  Although this style may seem more suited for Spring, I’d venture to say that any of the below pieces would fit right in with your fall wardrobe if paired with knit tights, boots, a leather jacket or an oversized scarf. Play up the earth tones, mix and match the muted colors, and don’t shy away from bold patterns–let the flower whale guide you.

Pistachio cream lace dress from Ruche ($72.99, awesome online boutique!)
Coral embellished ring by Isharya ($190)
Bronze leaf headband by IceCreamCandy on Etsy ($36, tons of other cool designs)
Chiffon Blooms ribbon necklace from Ruche ($29.99)
Vintage mandarin orange maxi dress from chickdowntown.com ($150)
Ruffled Suede flats in warm maize from J. Crew ($138)
Tissue stone necklace tee from J. Crew ($125)
Prized rose ring from Anthropologie ($178)
Silk blend floral top from Heritage 1981 ($24.90)
Yellow cherries lace bow tie skirt form Ruche ($36.99)
Floral field ruffle top from Forever 21 ($15.80)
Catalina bolero from Anthropologie ($118)
Gold eattoo-etched ID case from Urban Outfitters ($14)
Nail polish in Hushed Blush by Revlon ($4-5 at various stores)
Ombres 5 Lumiéres, “Garden of Eden” palette by Yves Saint Laurent, $56 at Sephora

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