Archive for August, 2009
Shop of the Day: Gosh, there were so many pieces in the Oh, Hello Friend shop to choose from, I could have just kept going and going. Danni really knows what can make a girl feel special and oh, so pretty.
Oh Hello Friend’s etsy shop and blog.
Plaid was all the rage last fall, and it’s making a comeback for 2009! Look for sophisticated shapes and jewel tones mixed with black and white for a look that’s classic-meets-modern. Stay away from shapeless garments, flannel, and red plaid to avoid the lumberjack look.
1. The drapey shape and black and white color scheme of this chiffon blouse make it oh-so-chic. Wear it with skinny black pants and flats for a sophisticated casual look. Plaid chiffon blouse by lamixx, $34.
2. A great plaid scarf will always be in style – pick one up in your favorite color and it will instantly become a wardrobe staple. Scarf by Kenneth Cole, $48.
3. A bright pink plaid cocktail ring is unexpected and funky. Ring from Torrid, $10.
4. These plaid bow flats are perfect paired with jeans or leggings for comfy, casual weekends. Buffalo plaid flats from Charlotte Russe, $22.99.
5. I love “two-for” dresses, and this one is just adorable. It works on its own for the end of summer, and it would look equally cute with thick tights and a chunky scarf come fall. Fab plaid dress from Forever 21, $13.50.
6. Stay cute (and warm) in this purple plaid peacoat. A nice departure from the standard black or navy version… this one is classic-meets-cool. Plaid wool coat by Guess, $138.
7. These pink plaid leggings add a fun pop of color and pattern to a simple black dress or skirt. Leggings by Fleurish, $19 from Dillard’s.
This will be my last Fashion Finds post for a while… my husband and I are travelling to Paris for two weeks! I’ll be back with another post on September 21st – see you then!
xoxo,
Lesley of 315thomas
We’ve been talking about calculating your expenses as part of your product cost. Last week, we started talking about direct costs. In theory, your direct expenses – the materials and supplies used to make your produce or perform your service – are straightforward and easily identified.
Or are they?
Don’t forget “hidden” costs, easily overlooked, like fees charged by your particular venue(s) and Paypal or other online payment and banking systems. Are there sales taxes that you’re not charging your customer outright, but that you’re still liable for?
These hand-carved, linoleum block prints from 1 Canoe 2 are so great. Each one is a signed, limited edition edition of 12 and only $20 each.
Visit 1 Canoe 2 for more (you will love everything in this shop).
1. Light Locations 2. Florals 3. Five Forty Five 4. Harpy {all images found via Follow Studio}
What a breath of fresh air on an early Monday morning: Follow Studio is this week’s blog of the week. I love finding blogs and sites from different parts of the world, and it was only after I discovered the blog that I found Follow Studio the site (a paper goods and graphic design company) hailing from Sydney, Australia.
Visit Follow Studio the blog for more inspiration.
Shop of the Day (weekend edition): This weekend is perfect for a picnic. And if you’re missing the necessities for an end of summer barbeque or get-together, you can pick up everything you might need at at Vintage Picnic. Love the cooler and yellow Melitta mugs.
Visit Vintage Picnic for more.
Can’t find something to wear to said get-together? Glam up a simple outfit with these pretty baubles from Blossom. These tangerine earrings are beautiful.
Visit Blossom for more jewelry.
Shop of the Day: Little Z designs and creates handmade stamps, paper goods, printables & some DIY items. I especially love the stamps…they’re like little wooden treasures. And would be great for cards, gift tags, children’s parties…
Visit Little Z for more products and info.
