Posts Tagged ‘Personal Style’
Camera case – TBD
If you haven’t already noticed, I’ve been on a bit of an accessories binge lately. While working on a cut-and-paste wardrobe post over the weekend, I had the pleasure of stumbling across this fantastic Washington DC leather goods shop. Desire for classic handmade leather goods has really grown in the past few years and I’m certainly not immune to this growing interest either. Some of you have probably also noticed the camera-bag-as-handbag trend that’s begun to make an appearance on ye olde street style blogs. This is a trend I actually like! Of course, being a relatively practical person, the leather camera bags that are popping up all over are a bit too small for my daily needs. I much prefer the traditional boxy camera case. Plus, we’ve got quite a few film SLRs at home (four!) that we’ve been aching to use again and the case above would be perfect for any of them, and for toting around my lip balm, wallet, checkbook, keys, etc. when I’m not with camera.
Well, anyways I came across DC based Classic Luggage this weekend and was most impressed by their selection of gorgeous Swaine Adeney leather goods items. I’d love to swap out the giant heavy bags I’m usually lugging around for their camera case or the military wet pack. There’s no price yet for the camera case-they want to gauge interest first before producing it, but there are loads of other equally impressive items that could seamlessly blend into anyone’s wardrobe
Military wet pack – $245
I’ve started to make things again, and I’ll document my progress from time to time here. I really haven’t done anything since the tiny ‘collection’ I made for a local show in 08 so it feels nice to be back at it. I had been going through an old box of past projects in late summer and got re-inspired to do some embroidery and embellishment again (hence my recent interest in it!). The top below isn’t quite finished so I’ll be posting it later in its completed form. It’s a simple washed cotton with a roomy fit (my favourite kind!). As per usual, you can click the image to enlarge
I tend to repeat myself quite often here so I suspect I’ve already bagged on about attempting to transition over to wearing more flat shoes. I’m not getting any younger and I’ve been wearing heels since my mid-teens and my feet and back are starting to feel it. Well, apparently my good buddy, the beautiful Grace, from the always entertaining Woolgathering&Miscellany, has been on a bit of a search herself lately. We’re both shorties, so heels are essentially our best friend, BUT one can only stand the pain for so long. Grace has a wonderful, darkly glamourous sense of style so I asked her to do some online scouting and pick out some flats she’d love to see in her closet. Plus, I gotta admit doing joint posts with friends is pretty damn fun! Grace’s six picks (say that five times fast) are below along with her comments.
I’ve also joined the fun with six pairs on my wish list (Grace describes my style as organic eclecticism, and I think she’s pretty spot on!) A low heel or wedge of reasonable height also works so you’ll see a few of those below. And I gotta say clog shoes are very comfy and the Marni pair below doesn’t have a steeply sloping insole, which really helps me avoid my biggest foot pain issue, metatarsalgia. I hope you guys enjoy! We’ll be doing more of this sort of thing in the near future
Grace’s Picks
Comme des Garcons black oxford: $476 here
“These are so whimsical and fun. I got to see them in person at the Aoyama store & they’re just as cute! The gold version is like a perennial pedicure.” – Grace
Christian Louboutin Glitter Fred Flat:$595 here
“I’m pretty sure these shoes are magic.” -Grace
Comme des Garcons gold oxford: $463.02 here
Ann Demeulemeester mid boot: $589 here
“A great flat boot is far more versatile than a pair of sneakers.” -Grace
French Sole quilted ballet shoe:£80 here
“Something about the toe does it for me. It’s reminiscent of a steel toe capped work boot. Tough, yet girly.” -Grace
Adidas by Stella McCartney flat: $114 here
“I am in love with the idea of activewear as everyday-wear. You really can’t beat the comfort, and the price isn’t too bad either.” -Grace
My Picks
Alexander Wang Ines oxford: $395 here
Even though I usually avoid all things Wang, I can’t help but love these shoes.
Dieppa Restrepo lace up:$232 here
This is just the punch in the face that an all black outfit needs.
Maison Martin Margiela geo boot: $695 here
This super versatile boot has a fabulous, architectural heel that gives just enough lift without the pain.
Sigerson Morrison sequin wedge:$1200 here
Again, wedges are much less painful to trek about in than heels. These are smouldering
Ann Demeulemeester high top: $532here
Seeing as I’ve been digging the all-white look lately, this is a perfect way to get away with sneakers stylishly.
Marni clog boot:$763 here
I live in my Rachel Comey clog shoes. They’re comfy and versatile, and this Marni version looks more than ready for packing yourself across town.
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