1960s Thai Bangkok Dress
This week has been just plain weird, but last weekend was magical. So let’s revisit the magical times. We went to a lovely joint birthday dinner for my sister-in-law Teri and her sister… Continue reading
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Bringing It Back: Hats
Last Saturday, when the weather was so nice and folks were promenading about in their Spring finery, I noticed a lot more folks wearing hats. Not just baseball hats and poorboy caps, but… Continue reading
The New It Bag? Hudson’s Bay Company Tote
Over the last week or two, I’ve noticed a lot of top-knotted ladies carrying distinctively striped satchels. It would seem that Hudson’s Bay bags are in. Above is a picture of my own… Continue reading
Liberty Fabric
It would appear that this week’s posts are not very educational. More bragging than blogging. But I must show off the lovely Liberty fabric Jessica brought me back from her recent trip to… Continue reading
Photo Find: Vintage Bikini Babes
I need a new bathing suit. I bought an awesome one last year, but I can’t find it anywhere. I hope I can find one in a lovely pastel floral or paisley print… Continue reading
Souvenirs: Irish Linen Handkerchief
It’s wierd, buying other people’s souvenirs at thrift shops and yard sales. I don’t buy touristy souvenirs for myself when I travel, why would I want someone else’s memory? Maybe its because I… Continue reading
My Spring Look: Bouclé Bob Mackie Jacket and Missoni-ish Made in Italy Skirt
Found two great pieces for my spring wardrobe on Sunday. The first is a lovely bouclé, 3/4 length sleeve jacket by Bob Mackie. Yes, the man who created Carol Burnett’s Curtain Dress lent… Continue reading
The Grass Has Riz: Green Suede Purse
I really, really don’t need another purse. But I couldn’t resist this slouchy green suede purse. It’s got a label that simply reads “Made in Italy for The Bay.” I love the bold,… Continue reading
Kiss Me I’m Partially Irish
As you may or may not know, my paternal grandmother was a Collins of the Spaniard’s Bay Collinses who were descended from the County Cork Collinses. To celebrate my tiny fraction of Irish… Continue reading
Runway Review: New York Fall 2011 Fashion Week
I’m excited by the amount of colour for fall shown at New York Fashion Week. There were high tech prints at Proenza Schouler, cool colour blocking at Jill Stuart and super bright plaids… Continue reading