Material Archive

For the love of Goyard, I must have this:

 

 

 

 

Original 1980's gold Rolex "Day-Date" with enamel lacquered face in a rare pink. Perfection.

My week in pictures & other random stuff I like:

My Christmas Wish List

Truth be told, we don't do gift exchange in our family anymore – unless you happen to be under the age of 18. Instead, we travel or buy one another fun food items – like great chocolate or wine. So this list above is not a not-so-subtle hint for my beloved – I wouldn't dream of asking for these things (beyond vulgar!). Rather, it's a wish list for the things I hope go on sale Boxing Day...so I can buy them myself, if I have any fun money left after 3 weeks in Europe! ;-)

 Starting from the top, left to right:

1. Dries Van Noten Snake Boot from MyTheresa

2. Gold heart drop earrings from St Kilda

3. Sparkle needle point pillow from Jonathan Adler

4. Hipster heads from Jonathan Adler

5. Red plexi clutch by Charlotte Olympia

6. Gold snake Sang A Pop bag from Kirna Zabete

7. Multi-wrap watch from Burberry

8. Camel coat with fur collar from Philosophy di Alberta Ferretti

9. Creme de Rose lipbalm from Christian Dior

10. Soap on a roap from Diptyque at Barneys

11. Pave diamond earrings by Janis Provisor at Kirna Zabete

12. Gold devil pencil sharpener from Jonathan Adler

13. Blue satin ribboned heels by Liam Fahy

14. Constance H bag from Hermes

15. Green star earrings from Bochic

16. Glitter ankle boot from Barneys Co-Op

17. Nail lacquer in Scarlet Chinois by Tom Ford

18. Pink enamle bracelet from St Kilda

19. Yellow drop earring by Tom Binns

20. H Ring, little square dishes and collier de chien, Hermes

21. Bag by Sofia Coppola for Louis Vuitton

22. Needle point sunglasses sleeve by Jonathan Adler

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On my Fall shopping list: Jeremy Laing dress

 

See more here.

Louis Vuitton Velvet Studded Heal

These are from last Fall but I'm still obsessed with them.

I want: A Vintage Rolex

 

 

 

 

 

See them here and here.

Reminded of my love for Parra today:

Just ordered this print as I have loved it for ages.

Am a fan of huge Parra's work and hope to collaborate with him one day on the right project.

Modernist Cuisine – mostly no Photoshop

When I first saw this series of books, I assumed it was almost all retouching that produced the amazing cut-away photograpy – but alas, as this Ted talk shows, the majority of imagery is a result of actually sawing dishware and appliances in half! Pretty cool.

Watch several other videos on the book here.

Read a great article about Nathan Myhrvold, the book's co-author, and the former CTO of Microsoft, here.

Dying for this Givenchy:

Buy it here.

Crazy cold AC is making me want this fur jacket:

 

How crazy adorable is this girl's style? The jacket is a: Must.Have.For.Fall.

From Jac&Jill

Koto Bolofo’s book "La Maison" is finally available

 

 

 After six years of detailed documentation of everything Hermès, Koto's book is finally available for purchase.

Here's more info:

Koto Bolofo’s dream came true in 2004 when he started working for Monde d’Hermès, the Hermès magazine, and when he met the Chairman: “Mr Dumas asked where I came from. I said South Africa. He asked what part. I said Lesotho. He was shocked and very excited. He explained that his great great great grandfather was a missionary in Lesotho and that the Zulus used to attack his mission, but the Sothos – my tribe – protected him. I was very happy to be a Lesothan in Mr Dumas’s office that day. He called me his cousin and said that his cousin was welcome any time and I had carte blanche to photograph what I liked in Hermès”.

Over the next six years, Koto Bolofo worked his way through all the workshops of the Maison Hermès, getting to know the craftsmen and discovering how everything is made: from handbags, perfumes, scarves, prêt-à-porter, and shoes to the original objects of the house, saddles. Nothing escaped his lens, even the most secret places, such as the museum, a treasure trove of history and all things Hermès tucked away in the midst of the Maison on rue du faubourg St Honoré.

Celine Resort Colours 2011

Drool.

Photo tweeted by Joe Zee.

 

Rebecca Minkoff Resort 2012: Lizard Wrap Heels

Fall hasn't even come and gone and I'm already obsessing over Resort 2012. Aren't these lizard heels from Rebecca Minkoff amazing?

Found here.

Elephant Ceramics

 

 

If you read this blog with any regularity, you already know I am obsessed with ceramics. Design Sponge featured Elephant Ceramics this past week and I am smitten. The simple shapes, transparent washes and textured surfaces are so restrained and perfect.

Miu Miu Fall 2011: The shoes that might cause a riot

 

 

 

These will sell out in minutes once they hit the stores – trust.

Images from Style.com

Today I bought: A Kaj Franck Enamel Mixing Bowl from Arabia

I have always wanted one of these Arabia bowls – keeping my eyes peeled at antique markets. But they are highly collectable and not so easy to come by – luckily I found this one on Etsy. Also love the mushroom pattern below!

 

Maria Kristofersson's Ceramic Art

I want every piece. I love the illustrative quality to all the items – as though they are drawings of dishes made real.

See more here.

Chloé Criss-Cross Ballerina Flats

 

Oh..so pretty. Ballerina flats are everywhere but these are special – lovely proportions.

Buy here.

New Polyvore Set: Spring Dresses

 
See the set in detail here.

Before the PS1, there was the Cambridge Satchel

 
  

 

 


Spotted one of these great bags at A2Zane recently – he's getting the fluorescent range soon at his store as well. I'm also quite partial to the special edition beige patent version created exclusively for ASOS.

Today I bought: Giles & Brother Archer Bangle

 

Picked up this beauty at Opening Ceremony today – which incidentatly, I can't say enough good things about. I keep coming back everytime I visit New York because the staff there are lovely and the product mix is very thoughtfully curated and fun.





 

Going Spring dress shopping Saturday:

 

Spring 2011 Shopping List

 

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1. Gryphon Crochet Sequin Tee  •  2. Pierre Hardy Buckle Espadrille Wedge  • 3. Marc by Marc Jacobs Envelope Clutches in camel & green  • 4. Prada Banana & Stripe Dress  • 5. IRO Secret Sequin Sleeve Sweater  • 6. Dolce Vita Nude Sandals  • 7. Miu Miu White Dress  • 8. Cartier Love Bracelet  • 9. Michael Kors Double Buckle Sandal  • 10. Lover Underwire One-Piece Navy Swimsuit  • 11. Michael Kors Cork Sandal  • 12 Jill Sander Platform Sandal  • 13. Valentino Cat Eye Sunglasses  • 14. Alexander Wang Motorcycle Jacket  • 15. Prada Cut-Out Pattern Suede Boot (last season)  • 16. Erie Basin Vintage Amethyst Ring  • 17. Miu Miu Two-Tone Jersey Mini Dress  • 18. Hermes Cape Code Double Tour Watch  • 19. Vintage Gold Rolex  • 20. Jenni Kayne Camel Leather Booties  • 21. More Prada Bananas  • 22. Alexander Wang Ines Oxford  • 23. Rochas Platform Sandals  • 24. Druzy Earrings  • 25. Queen of Hearts V-Neck Sweater  • 26. Prada Fur Stole  • 27. Giuseppe Zanotti Canvas & Leather Boot  • 28. Giles & Brother Archer Bangle  • 29. Devi Kroell Wood & Crystal Minaudiere

Marjorie Skouras: Turquoise Empire Chandelier

Buy here

Must have: Trish Grey Sequin Sweater by IRO

 

Saw the cardigan version of this IRO sweater yesterday at Love of Mine Boutique – love the sequin peek-a-boo detailing.

* Update - found it and bought it at The Narwhal boutique in Rosedale. There's still one left if you want it ;-)

Alexander Wang Kristen Bag

When I first saw this bag online a while ago – I liked it. Today, when I saw it in person at Jonathan + Olivia, I loved it. Very nice and very necessary. ;-)

Alexander Wang Motorcycle Jacket

Argh! Already sold out! Reminded that one must move fast –

Nice gift idea: Hermès boxed notebooks

 

 
 

Buy here.

Cake Opera Co.

I can't decide what I like about Opera Cake Co. more – the fact that they are such gifted artists or that they live in my own city! Making a plan to visit next weekend...

ASOS Spring 2011

Today I bought: Vintage Miu Miu

Remember this Miu Miu collection from SS 2004? It's one of my many favs from the brand.
I recently came across the super cute pink dress pictured above, but, alas, it was not my size. Liked it so much, I almost bought it anyways to hang on the wall. Luckily, I came across a unworn vintage pair of the matching embellished pumps in pink today and all is redeemed. So excited to get them – it will be like wearing mini gilded birthday cakes on my feet. Yes, I am crazy. ;-)

Greek Signet Ring

Each time my mother took me to the ROM as a kid, I would spend an extra long time marveling at the ancient Greek jewelry and the facination has never stopped. Currently I have my eye on this lovely modern specimen from 1stDibs.

Commute Home

 




 

Some of my favourite pieces at home are from Commute and so I must confess that I'm a little sad that they've moved away from my hood in Queen West – they are now at a bigger space at Bathurst & Dupont. They've also updated their website to showcase some really beautiful custom installation work – have a look.

Today I bought: A.L.C. layered jersey knit dress

 

 





Love A.L.C.

Gimmie Gimmie:

Bangle by Lady Grey  •  Sparkle Bag by Miu Miu  •  One-piece pale pink swimsuit by Miu Miu  •  Medor Clutch by Hermes  •  White leather bracelet by Hermes  •  Gold oxfords by Nicholas Kirkwood  •  Pyrite ring by Lunessa  •  Linen oxfords by Jill Sander  •  Silver pyrite ring Carole Tanenbaum •  Gold sequin top by Vince • Velvet dress  • YSL Nail lacquer  •  Gold lace cuff by Aurelie Bidermann •  Hammered gold bangles by Osanna Visconti  •  Caramel booties by Celine  •  Trench by Burberry  •  Jypsiere by Hermes  •  Coin ring by Aurelie Bidermann  •  Silver sequin / pink scarf by Club Monaco  •  Bow brooch by Balenciaga  •  Boots by Hermes

 

 

Erie Basin

 


 

Erie Basin is an extremely charming and tightly curated store (in Brooklyn NY) and online boutique that sells 18-20th century jewelry and collectable curios. "Ranging from Art Deco engagement rings to 18th century mourning jewelry to American folk art, the collection is varied, but carefully constructed" and very beautifully photographed I might add. Owner Russell Whitmore has a very sharp and refined eye!

Valentino Studs

Yes, so studs are "out" – blah blah blah – I don't care. Loved them before they were in (it started with Conan) and will continue to long after. Check out this beauty at Valentino.

Obviously Alexa and Anna agree with their matching studded Valentino heels:

 

 

NYE Outfit Planning:

Cocktail Dress by Adam

Fur Coat by Miu Miu

Belt by Miu Miu

Earrings by Lanvin

VBH Manilla velvet clutch

Miu Miu Crystal-heel satin sandals

Cc Skye Deco Hinged Bentley Bracelet

See it all on ShopStyle

 

Resort Must Have: Heidi Klein Cover-Up & Ralph Lauren Bikini

 

 

  

 

Can you tell the cold weather is getting to me? I need warmth soon and am already picturing myself somewhere in these colours & patterns. Buy both here at My Theresa.

Vera Wang Jewellery

 

I've said it before and i'll say it again, I think Vera Wang is doing some of the most beautiful jewellery out there these days. I am continuously impressed and in deep covet mode for every new collection I see.

Here's an older runway collection that demonstrates her amazing ability.

The perfect wardrobe:

Happy Christmas to me!

 

This Happy Bag is sold out everywhere yet amazingly available right on the Lanvin website!

→ Update! No shipping to Canada so my dear friend SA is bringing me one home from the Lanvin boutique on Madison Ave in NYC! Now THAT'S a good friend! :-)

Perfect Jacket: Top Shop Sheepskin Flying Jacket

Currently sold out online but mayhaps Jonathan & Olivia have it. Will investigate...

** Update! It's back in stock – I just ordered it here.

Lanvin Crystal Evening Bag

 

Saw this Lanvin bag at Holts this week and fell in love wih the combination of materials. Buy it here.

Wishing I was wearing Miu Miu Fall 2010 squash dress to Thanksgiving dinner

 

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Came across the photo of Miuccia and her niece wearing Fall 2010 at the Spring show - notice the banana earrings on Ms. Prada – cute. Forgot how much I love the collection, that specific yellow dress and the campaign that went with it. Here it all is for your enjoyment too.
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Lanvin Mini-Pop

Love.

Must have coat for Fall: Smythe Cadet Coat

 

See more here.

The Celine Classic Bag

 

  










So glad that Phoebe Philo has reintroduced this bag again for Spring 2011 – love the return to clean lines. With bags having been adorned with every logo, stud, "trick" and fur tail over the last few years, it's refreshing to see something so structured, simple and elegant. A truly timeless bag, it seems certain that the Celine "Classic" will join the ranks of the Birkin as a bag you buy and wear forever.

 

Proenza Schouler Small Leather PS11

 

 

 

Have died and gone to handbag heaven. Doesn't this look like an Hermes Medor clutch and a Celine "Classic" bag got together and had a baby? Pre-ordering the tan version NOW.

Favs from Alexander Wang Spring 2011

Love the shift to all white for Wang – the above is my shopping list for Spring 2011 which looks like it was made just for me! See the rest of the show here.