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what to wear no.5

Wouldn’t it be nice to imagine days spent lazing around the library in a big leather club chair; reading your favourite books, sipping on a coffee, making endless lists…? I wish!
wednesday night jams

Just a little mix to keep me going while I do housework on a Wednesday night. Enjoy!
1. Play by Play – Autre Ne Veut
2. Myth – Beach House
3. Chained – The xx
4. Die Young (Ke$ha Cover) – Gallant x Snow
5. Lisztomania (Classixx Version) – Phoenix
6. Last Night – Niki & the Dove
7. The Last Prom on Earth – Gayngs
8. Losing You – Solange
9. Silver Screen – Beat Connection
10. Daydream – Youth Lagoon (Noah Hyde Remix)
11. Odessa – Caribou
12. Kiara – Bonobo
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latest finds
Just a few of the latest and greatest must have items I’ve come cross lately… especially if you are already looking towards { and forward to ! } Spring and even more specifically, because the prices are quite a steal!
GAP Printed Crew Sweater - $49
Constellation Pendants { Julie Nolan Jewelry on Esty } – from $45
JOE FRESH nail polish in Mango – $4
ZARA denim jacket - $39
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textiles & closet space
Ok, so gearing up for a comeback is not such an easy task. There’s a lot of umm what if I can’t do it, ahhh what if it’s not like it was before et cetera, et cetera. Step one, I suppose, would be to get rid of those negative thoughts right. Ok, so then what? Step two, find inspiration in new ways. Queue stumbling upon Allison Watkins. California-based Allison Watkins is an artist whose work combines art and fashion in an very intriguing and inspiring new way! I love the idea of bringing your carefully curated closet out from behind closed doors. Why not let each zig – zag, each polka – dot, and splash of colour come to life! Allison says;
I’m mainly attracted to the color, pattern, and texture of material – it’s so seductive. This is partly what drew me to the closet as a subject to embroider. A closet can be full of memories, and the eclectic nature of a persons wardrobe is what draws me to it.
I absolutely adore it and hope you are feeling inspired on this fresh Wednesday morning! xx
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merry christmas from the a&o
Well, it’s been a while hasn’t it! The computer was in the shop and it’s taken quite some time to get it all reorganized and to get my blog-necessary programs all reinstalled. What a pain, eh! But, I’m still here and looking forward to a very Merry Christmas. Happy Holidays to all ; )
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workin’ for the weekend
the little black jacket
Karl Lagerfeld and Carine Roitfeld’s show their reinterpretation of Chanel’s iconic little black jacket. It’s amazing how Lagerfeld has transformed the jacket it into a modern, versatile garment that can be work by women and men of all ages.
In his book – The Little Black Jacket - Lagerfeld photographs a multitude of celebrities wearing the jacket with their own individual flair – sometimes classic, sometimes irreverent, but always Chanel. And each one styled by Carine Roitfeld. As you can see from above there were so many fantastic photos that I found it hard to narrow it down. For even more great images check out the e-experience here!
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in your space: creative minds
Who doesn’t want a sneak peak into the amazing workspace of such creative minds?? Heather Clawson, of Habitually Chic, covers the bases in her second book Habitually Chic: Creativity at Work. Get a glimpse above into the work spaces of Jenna Lyons, Albertus Swanepoel, Chris Benz, Philip Crangi, and Thelma Golden. For more, check out her book here. Happy Friday!
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by your side
And we’re into the new week already. Sheesh, things have been very busy lately. I feel like I have so many ideas for things I want to write, post, create… I just wish there were more hours in the day!
The November issue of Lonny mag is out, eep!
How to make a simple whiskey sour
Bloggers dish on holiday decorating
A flick about art, music, and culture – Hencho en Mexico
The ideal bookshelf for the home chef
Stitch the Stars; a cute calendar gift
A simple rustic workspace
Why not keep your ice in a vintage bucket?
A new name to know – LAVEER
Tuesday Tune
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be cool
statement sweater: all is fair
not-so-spooky links

The four strand braid
Garance Dore tells us how to shop at Zara
Here’s to a comfy weekend
Techie travel essentials via Design*Sponge
Last minute costumes ideas for couples
The Beauty Department does brush cleaning 101
DIY photo transfer tote
Must have coffee table books
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