{The Songs That We Sing}

Here are a few of my new pieces I've just added to the shop, not including the adorable foxy belt, sadly, I know! My grandmother bought this patent leather and gold fox belt about 40 years ago, and just recently, generously handed it down to me. Charlie and Sam in Brooklyn, alerted me that they will be carrying a pretty similar reproduction of this belt quite soon, so contact them if interested!

Now, back to my new pieces that I am quite excited about, The Scalloped Crop Top (also available in black) and The Silk Pocketed Tap Shorts. Available in XS, S, M and L.

Right now these pieces are at a special pre-spring price so have a looksie at my boutique for more info and also take advantage of 50% off my Razzle Dazzle Tap Shorts and Red Velvet Scalloped Shorts. Price already reduced on etsy : )
xo

listening to ~ charlotte gainsbourg + irm

{BettyThatLoveLady}

I am excited to share that my Griffith Scallop Shorts have been doing really well in the shops, so I will continue to sell them throughout the spring season. I have a limited amount of fabric left, so be sure to order your pair at a speedy pace! Sale price ends Sunday.

~shop for the other items here~
hand knit bow headband~Janelle Haskin
cropped ivory betty blouse~In God We Trust
maple leaf gold necklace~Telesca

listening to~animal collective~what would i want sky

{Feathers}

The Layered Feather Dress, now on sale, at Dalaga

You may find yourself performing the jitterbug while wearing this little number, as it's quite tempting to twist and jump, feeling light as a feather. At 20% off, you have even more reason to dance!

x

{UnderTheIvy}

1940's velvet leaf hat ~ pippin vintage

white cut out dress ~ dalaga

remember to visit dalaga this weekend for their winter sale, which includes some pieces from my debut collection!
x

listening to jens leckman ~ your arms around me

{Weekend Winter Sale ~ Dalaga}

Dalaga, the lovely Greenpoint boutique I write a blog for, is having a fantastic winter sale this weekend! The Dalaga girls are selling winter tights, hats, gloves and coats at 50% off.

A few select pieces from my winter collection will be marked half price as well, including:

The Black Bell Scalloped Mesh Dress
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The Razzle Dazzle Tap Shorts
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The Griffith Scalloped Shorts {Velvet}


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Do stop by, as the girls will also be unveiling our favorites for spring!


~When~
Friday, January 22nd ~ Saturday, January 23rd, 12~9
Sunday, January 24th, 12~8

~Where~
150 Franklin Street
(between Greenpoint Ave and Kent St.)
Brooklyn, NY 11222

Hope to see you!

xo

{Gil Antigüedades}

This 1930's vintage, sea creature-esque, sequin hat is from my absolute favorite vintage boutique, Gil Antigüedades, in Buenos Aires, off of Plazza Dorrego. If you ever find yourself down south, do step into this unexpected wonderland, spanning 3 stories of meticulously preserved wearable treasures.

The owner, María Inés Gil, who treated me like I was her precious first born, told me she had been collecting vintage clothes since she was 15. So have I, alas, I can safely say, my collection will forever be envious of hers. The prices were reasonable, and the atmosphere, a dream drenched in dusty rose, was all consuming, which is probably why I required 3 visits to the shop during my Argentinian adventure.

More treats from Gil Antigüedades to be posted soon.

~ The Pickford Onesie spring sample {blue} is available here ~

{Cloudbusting}

Make a donation to Partners in Health and be as generous as you can for the people of Haiti.

My brother generously gave me a Canon SLR for Christmas, which is something I've always had an intention to buy, alas, my undertaking was always easily interrupted by some very coveted pair of shoes, or something or other. I'm quite thrilled and feel very lucky to have one, and am putting it to good use and learning all about the tricky buttons.

Now, we'll talk about the dress...
Another glorious christmas gift! My grandmother surprised me with this piece we found at a really excellent vintage shop in Richmond, VA, called Bygones. It is a perfect reproduction of a 1920's vintage flapper dress. If it had been an actual beaded dress from the 20's, the piece would have cost thousands and the weight of the beads would have torn the mesh by now. I don't have the faintest idea as to where I'll wear this dream dress just yet. For now, it's used as a super fancy house dress for doing dishes. Appropriate, right?

{I Spy}

Starting next week, I'll be joining Dalaga's team in Greenpoint by writing a blog for them. I'll be nurturing you fine readers on a daily basis with merchandise updates, promotions and neighborhood events.

Dalaga, which opened it's doors in 2006, is a charming boutique located on Franklin St. in Greenpoint, Brooklyn. The store boasts an array of affordable pieces, each with a surprising amount of detail and absolute fit and quality from local designers. What more could you ask for?
Stay tuned..
xo

Belted Funnel Neck Trench ~ Dalaga


Make a donation to Partners in Health and be as generous as you can for the people in Haiti.

{GardenParty}

This cream and violet tap romper is the work of Eleonore of Garden Party. I've been admiring this girl's collection for quite some time and am quite excited to finally have a piece of my own! All of Garden Party's rompers, bloomers and blouses are designed and "homesewn" by miss Eleonore in San Diego. Click over to her etsy for further perusing. I expect lots of good things from this talented lady.

x

{JanelleHaskin}

Ladies and Gents,

One of my very best friends has opened up her own etsy shop, selling hand knit neck and ear warmers and giant bow headbands, made of fine wool with the most appetizing color palette.

She's cute isn't she?

Visit her etsy shop here!

x

listening to ~ lykke li ~ little bit {live}

{Hitch a Ride}

I so seldom walk into Dalaga in Greenpoint and come out empty handed. The other night I had a few moments to spare before meeting friends, (and really, I wanted to escape the arctic weather, if only for a mere moment) and managed to find these Hitch a Ride Booties, purchase them at a pleasing price and head right back into the winter night again. I have not taken them off since..(except to tie them to a tree).

Visit Dalaga's site for frequent store updates and read an interview I did with owner Michelle here.

xo

{Telesca}

My sister was so lovely and bought me this stunning necklace for Christmas made by Meagan Camp of Telesca. I am thrilled to have recently shared a Trunk Show with Meagan at Charlie and Sam in Williamsburg. Telesca jewelry is made from reconstructed antique and vintage parts, so of course they are all one-of-a-kind and sustainable. My Ivy-Leaved Maple Necklace is made from several different vintage parts, including a 1960's gold-tone and rhinestone pin and vintage chain. Visit her etsy shop for more!

ivy-leaved maple necklace

{AimeeBrodeur}

A few of my favorites from the lovely Aimee Broduer. I had the privilege of meeting this talented lady recently whilst she was visiting NYC. I hope to work with her when she heads back for a visit, though I'm thinking heading out west and hunting her down might do the trick.

x

{Early Spring}

~a few things~

*new additions to the shop have just been posted*

*join me on facebook here*

xo