Voyage in my closet

Photo: Aaron Goss 2009


I work from home most days, but over the years that never stopped me from dressing up in what makes me feel good even while at home. I may only see my daughter all day and my only getting out is to grab some milk at times, but it makes me feel good to get up, put on my makeup, dress in cute clothes and shoes, it's just how I have always been. I definitely have many days where I just throw on a pair of jean shorts and flip flops, but I LOVE clothes so much and I try to mix it up each week. I am designing a few things as well and fashion is just a large passion in my life. Also I try to be creative as possible with my closet each season, only picking up a few key pieces that I think will keep me going until the weather changes, mostly that would be shoes. Those babies will extend most wardrobes for a long time.. and keeping items in the neutral palette with an exception to a fun print dress here and there.

I have also learned in the past that when I would just buy something because it was on sale it ended up lost in my closet to more of the same items I could care less about.. So this past few years I have donated half of it, changed my habits and am only buying things that I really love! Most important, I stopped charging everything. If I want it, I have to pay cash. There are always exceptions to any rule, but in that case pay off what you charged first before heading out again.. (It may be that I am in my 30's now and my goals have changed) but I have learned to pull together what I already have while adding only minimal pieces. Also if my ass splits a pair of jeans instead of running out the next day to get a new pair... to the sewing machine I go.
I am also saving for a summer flat overseas so I cannot be tempted to shop, though it can be difficult. (like right now hold me back... I really must have those shoes from the previous post below, seriously...biting lip)

With the inspiration of street fashion, lookbook and especially love maegan she is amazing with her recycled and DIY btw and well she is just fabulous! I was inspired to give this a go.

I am classic dressing and I usually let my shoes do all the talking ;) I have only 2 high end bags my Balenciaga~ killing this one slowly, poor bag, I just love it so much!! (but that is the purpose to enjoy it, no?) and my multi colored Louis Vuitton Speedy, dust bag it hides and in love with it as those are my initials.. with all of that I add a touch of vintage here and there, voila you have Moi.

And as many of you know I have a lot of fun with my photography and self portraits so I am definitely not shy about taking photos and getting crazy with them ;P. whooohaaa ;) So along with all of my usual posts, I am going to (TRY) and add some outfits to the mix maybe inspire others, maybe not. I will test it and try to work it in my schedule, if it works it works if not whatever.
So come on in.

Yesterday



~Airplane bracelet~ from my friend Jessica Etsy, ~Oui coin necklace~Urban Outfitters
, ~Cotton tee~VS, ~Shorts~ have had for a million years A&F, ~Shoes~ Nine West

Today



~Dress~ Kimchi Blue for Urban Outfitters, ~Shoes~ Guess

Inspirations from Johnny

Photo: Leigh 2009


"How does the individualist find dignity and purity in a plastic culture and a polluted world?"



A few discoveries about Johnny Depp from an article in the July issue of Vanity Fair, ~

His song of focus while filming Public Enemies in Chicago, Artie Shaw's 1938 recording of "Nightmare"


which I love and as I listen I want to envision dressing as Kate Moss here while



sipping an apéritif, flirting with all the boys and pretending to laugh at all of their not so funny jokes ;)

Also I learned that he paints oil portraits of those that have inspired him.
Here is one of him near a painting he did of his wife Vanessa.



Along with the fact that he owns an island (Little Halls Pond Cay)~ F*ck off island.. he is very down to earth and has such an appreciation for those that have helped him on his path, even naming all the beaches on his island after those he cares about and his Vessel ~Vajoliroja~ after his immediate family, (Vanessa, Johnny, Lily Rose and Jack). He is very intriguing for sure. Here is the Full Article".



It also inspired these shoes, ;)




Which you can find here

Maison Michel's lace rabbit ears

Karl Lagerfeld for Maison Michel F/W 09

Art on set for a Feature Film "The Roommate"

Exciting news to share, a bit far off but many of my prints are set to appear in an upcoming feature film called "The Roommate" starring Leighton Meester (yay)!!! for gossip girl fans as myself., Minka Kelly, Cam Gigandet (Twilight), Aly Michalka and Matt Lanter. Directed by Christian E. Christiansen and written by Sonny Mallhi is due in theaters in 2010.. You can keep up to date on the release date and further information at the IMDb" site. Well and you know I will definitely keep you posted ;)


All of these prints are all available in my Etsy store as well.

A few production stills of "The Roommate" via socialitelife.




I also want to thank Anita today at Bobbin Talk for the wonderful feature she did for me at her site. Merci!

Stem Show update

Photo: Leigh 2009

I think this is one of my new favorite flowers, I am not sure of the name, hopefully one of you do;) It was one of many beautiful flowers that filled Stem where Dallas, Liz and I had our group art show in San Francisco. Maxine the owner and host of the show carries so many other wonderful gift items on top of the floral arrangements, so if in the area do stop by.
Here are a few photos of the show and thank you to all that came down :)

Maxine







It was also Gay Pride weekend, so this was our view with literally a sea of people just outside the doors looking out at Dolores Park.

Could not help but pose next to this strange man that decided to just hang upside down on the sidewalk for awhile. To all his own I suppose.

Thank you also to batter bakery for supplying the yummy cupcakes and to all that posted about the event online.

All other photos credit to Aaron Goss.

Heat storm

Photo: Leigh 2009

There was an amazing lighting storm tonight so I decided to play a bit and try using the flashes of quick light during the storm as my only light source. The result was this photo. Thank you to my friend Jim's daughter Jayme for being the model :)

Have a wonderful weekend everyone. I am going to head to the thrift stores, (which has been way to long) and find me some goodies.
xo

The one arm Jacket

I must say I like it!
Via Sea of Shoes

The High Line

Photo source: archdaily.



Photo: Leigh 2009



While visiting New York City for my Art show I scheduled a few extra days to enjoy the city like the accidental discovery of The High Line. My Friend and I were actually looking for the entrance to the new fabulous Standard Hotel. With it being on stilts climbed the entrance of the High Line thinking that was the way.
Photos: Leigh 2009


Surprise, instead we discovered a scenic getaway right smack in the city. It had just opened on the 8th of June so it was fun to have been at one of the hot spots that I didn't even realize was a hot spot until the next day when my friends and those at the show were telling us to check it out.. Which you should, very cool!!



I have also been enjoying my Anya Hindmarch's "I am not a plastic bag" tote for a few years, well now she is selling "The High Line" tote which benefits Friends of the High Line.

available here. Count me in..

Brüno

I cannot wait to see this!
Source The first Post.

Upcoming Solo Show

I have an Upcoming Solo Show at The Fabric Lab in Denver August 8th from 7-11PM Come join me for the opening reception.
Show ends September 31st

I will post more info soon :)

In the meantime randomness, (is that even a word ) ? I saw this cover with Laura Stone on the latest issue of W and it makes me wish I still had my space between my teeth. Maybe not that far apart (my photo below), but still..lol. You gotta love the fashion in the early 80's as a child, wow, that dress and my collar all tucked in by accident.




Source Models.com.

In the dark room

Photos: Leigh 2009


Not really, but while I am editing and organizing the edits from the show here are a few of many shots I took of the Golden Gate Bridge. I loved seeing it in person, I have a little family history in San Francisco as my Great Great Uncle Andrew Cowper Lawson was the first person to identify and name the San Andreas Fault in 1895 and also to find the position to give the Golden Gate Bridge its permanent location.


Photo: Aaron Goss

BTW they called the weather a heat wave at a high of 79, as you can see I was not particularly warm but rather wind blown and a bit cold while the sun was setting. I was laughing so much because as I was dressed like that, people were jogging all around me in the gusts of cold with their shirts off, shorts. (it was around 60 at that time) I guess I am quite used to dry heat here in Denver ;)


I also will have some new illustrations and a painting that I have been working on coming soon.

Above trees

Photos: Leigh 2009

Here was my view from Georgetown Colorado where I spent the 4th with good company and a few margaritas. I couldn't have asked for a better spot to enjoy the view and the fireworks at night. I hope you all had a wonderful time.

Happy 4th

Photos: Leigh 2009


Visiting the SS Jeremiah O'Brien in San Francisco. I am glad I hopped aboard as the views of the city were amazing. It was windy and I hit my head quite a few times while walking around all of the pipes and such, lol.. safe to say I would probably not make a good naval anything, especially at sea, but I recommend trying it out if visiting for sure.


Me as Rosie wishing you all a fun and safe 4th. I am heading up to the mountains of Colorado to celebrate the day and relax.

And the winner is...

Congratulations to K. Sundari of intimate vignettes. You are the lucky winner by random drawing to win a rug by csn rugs. Enjoy!! :)

California

Photo: Leigh 2009

I am back from Beautiful San Francisco California. The show at Stem was wonderful and so were all of you that I got to meet :) A ton of fun stories, photos and many thanks to share that I cannot wait to post this week. I will catch up with all of you soon.

xo

PS Don't forget to enter the giveaway that I have on the right for a new rug. A winner will be drawn around 10:00 pm Eastern tomorrow.

"Nurse Magdalena"

Leigh 2009




Limited edition prints available at my Etsy shop.


A reminder this Saturday June 27th from 5-8 I will be heading to the west coast for my show at Stem in San Francisco. I have only been through the airport so I cannot wait to take in the beautiful city. Hope to see you there!

"Up Street"

Leigh 2009

Etsy


My love for photographing mannequins started with this photo that I saw in 2007 from Carol Watson I have quite a few that I have yet to do anything with yet, but I found this girl in NYC an loved that she was my bald one arm mannequin that I have had on my banner for awhile now. I get so much strong emotion from their expressions more so than photographing humans at times, weird, but another great thing is they do not move and sit still when you want a shot. ;)

Happy Fathers Day

Photo via Frimago

"Happy Fathers Day to everyone lucky enough to have or to be a Father ...sure, sugar daddies count. why not" Via lovemaegan. Well said Maegan, cracked me up.

Francisca

While at Charles Nolan, I couldn't help but have my eye on a few items for myself like this Francisca bag that is actually made from recycled aluminum pull tabs. How cool is that, cannot wait.

*Don't forget to enter the giveaway below for a new area rug!

"Greenwich Reflections"

Photo: Leigh 2009



Etsy