Glam Goodie of the Day.. My Latest Temptations.. New, Hot Fashion/Interiors Apps.. Investing in Quality..
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Glam Goodie of the Day Sometimes it actually is the little things that make all of the difference.
Today's treat is courtesy of the herbal stand at a local farmer's market. It's a bag of organic, dried, whole rose buds imported from France.
They come with high recommendations for tea. I actually bought them for their fragrant smell. I have put them in a crystal bowl on my dresser (my makeshift vanity) for a nice treat when I am primping and/or getting dressed.
My Latest Temptations
I've been fascinated (or perhaps it's fixated) with old Hollywood glam lately. But hey, my motto is, "We all want a little glam in our daily lives".
Anyway, this latest obsession has been a big influence on several of my recent purchases.
Glass Decanters
Glass Powder Puff Jar
Jewelry Box with Chalkboard (inside the lid)
Pedestal Glass Plate
Update: The plate I actually got
An over the top puff for the plate above
Heeled Moccasins with Pony Hair Vamp
Yes, I've been buying a good deal of vanity accents ... Only one pair of shoes purchased. However I do have some hot styles that I have been dreaming about in a wish list thanks to the site Lyst. Take a look at a few of my favorites.
New, Hot Fashion/Interiors Apps
I have become addicted to my iPad (I have the iPad2 and haven't found enough reasons to justify an upgrade yet).
What I love is the ability to easily zoom. I also love the idea that I can keep all of my digital purchases ... I could always get a digital upgrade if I ever ran out space.
I'm very happy that the selection of apps for fashion/interiors magazines and books is continuously growing in numbers as well as in the interactive features included. Here are my latest favs...
Yes, Vogue has now released the app. It loads into iPad's Newstand. Although I am a print subscriber I love getting the latest issue ASAP via the app. You can subscribe to the digital version only or, if you already have a print subscription, get free digital access. Vogue will also give you the option to download any magazine updates.
This app is from the publishing house TeNeus, the same publishers of the eBook app Living in Style Paris. This app features the rooms from the world's top hotels. Classic elegance, modern coolness, outdoors brought inside, zen retreats, island escapes ... you'll see it all here. I've already selected a major list of favorites and I still have a good deal more to see.
I am a die-hard fan of FTV. I was very excited to discover that Dish Network brought the channel back, under it's international basic programming ... Although you can always follow via YouTube or the internet, I preferred the channel. I am kinda loving the format of this app ... You can log in, pick which type of videos you want to watch and more. Oh yeah, the iPad app is in HD.
i-mad is the iPad version of Le Figaro's magazine Madame Figaro. It has nice interactive features, great styles and very informative content ... Per i-mad, many celebrities are paid to sit on the front row at designer shows. It totally makes sense, however I never even thought about it. It must be great to be a celebrity, if, that is, you can get over losing your privacy.
Gone are the days when I shopped the trends and the for now deals. As a real grown up, I want to invest in items that bring true value and joy. I prefer to enrich my lifestyle and celebrate my love of art.
Now, I must admit that I, like many, have financial limitations. However those limitations will never curb my appreciation of well-crafted works of art. I do love the beautifully-made, unique pieces that I tend to just stumble upon. Its a weakness that I cant cure. Frankly I dont want to cure it.
Well 1stdibs.com took my penchant for the unusual to a new level. Be warned, this site will make the covet factor go extremely high like off the charts.
Chado Ralph Rucci Alligator & Animal Print Silk Dress
Shop their selection of exquisite gems worldwide or explore the local finds near you. Their weekly Introspective magazine provides updates on special showings at galleries and museums. You can also attend 1stdibs@NYCD's Shopping Saturdays, hosted in the New York Design Center every Saturday from 10am-5pm.
Check out the selection below of just a few of my favorite items and youll understand why.
French Gold Abstract Ring
Frost sculpture by artist Luka Fineisen
The Elizabeth Taylor Diamond "Lachrymosa" Mask for amfAR 1993
Industrial Table by Illana Goor
Nature Painting by artist Keith Tyson
Laddie John Dill Coffee Table
My selections are a tiny portion of the vast finds the site features. Visit 1stdibs.com. You won't regret it.
A Different Look at Making A Couture Gown
This video captured my attention. It provides a unique spin on the processes involved in making a couture gown by couture designer Fyodor Golan. It was produced by DHL UK.
"Couture designer label FYODOR GOLAN's exclusive infographic on the international elements of their most famous dress. Created in partnership with international trade experts DHL Express, this infographic demonstrates just what it takes to produce a successful international couture fashion design."
