Thank you Spotted Moth for this ultra mega cutie patootie dress. Ultra. Mega.
Tuesday, June 28, 2011
Monday, June 27, 2011
Modcloth Pittsburgh Offices!
I'm back! Mr.Husband and I had a two beyond fantastic weeks on the road and we kicked it all off with a stop at the Modcloth Offices in Pittsburgh, PA. How cool is that!?
The office is in a big warehouse, open and relaxed. Co-workers congregate at eachothers stations. Casual yet fashionable work attire was abound (duh!) I saw every style from rocker shiny leggings and band tees to girlie dresses and embellished shoes.
The offices to the left were at one point Susan and Eric's. In between the two is a dog door for Winston! How cute! Winston's on the west coast now with Susan, but there were plenty of other cute dogs in the office. As long as your dog is under 30lbs they are welcome. I found myself walking through the space and just thinking what a dream it would be to work there. And then, icing on the cake, behold a Starbucks coffee machine. I don't know why I didn't take a picture of it (doh!) maybe because I was just so shocked that such a thing existed! Beyond the offices was another open area housing the Mod Stylists. I kept my cool, but I really just wanted to grab a chair and style away!
Hello Dream Job!
Next up was the other side of the warehouse where the photography takes place. Computers, Cameras, Clothing, oh my! I wanted to try everything on and hop on a set.
I figured I might get kicked out if I actually did though, settled for posing with this cool shoe instead.
Props for shoots!
This is Aire! She was super friendly and I can't say enough how much I appreciate her taking me around the space. I can't remember if I complimented her or not on her super skilled accessorizing...
I asked Aire a bunch of questions, but the one that I wanted to share most with you all is,
"What direction will Modcloth's style be going in the future?"
I think it's interesting to see the company grow not only in size but grow up so to speak. I've been obsessed with online shopping for too many years to mention and Modcloth has been on my radar for about the last 4 years. I never put much thought into Modcloth's core demographic until recently when someone mentioned that the prices on the latest Be The Buyer choices were extreme and that maybe they were loosing site of said core demographic. I was like "Holy smokes, I'm not the core demographic?" (insert pint of icecream for being old woes here) Susan is younger than I am, but only by a few years, I never really considered that the customer base would be any different than me... Anyway, to the point, Aire said that the whole process is rather organic. Susan is the creative guide of the company, her tastes and style is ever evolving and so is Modcloth as a result. That being said, they try to maintain a broad spectrum of styles and prices.
I was thrilled to tour the office. A HUGE thank you goes out to Aire for taking time out of her day to show me around and answer my questions and listening to my endless chatter about how much I love Modcloth and dogs and the paint colors in their office and the Girlie Bird Gets the Dress!
Wednesday, June 22, 2011
Fluevog Chicago
Today we arrived in Chicago! Glorious. Mr.Husband and I were standing in the lobby of Hard Rock Hotel waiting to check in and whaddaya know! In walks in Mike Fanuele with Fountains of Wayne! How funny that one of our best friends just happened to be in Chicago exactly when we were in exactly the same hotel at exactly the same time!? Oh serendipity. Anywhay, so we go up to our room and I open the blinds and... Police sirens, high rises, traffic! Rural america was really pretty, but truthfully it's really nice to be back in a city.
So... Fluevog! Anytime we visit a city with a Fluevog store we always make a stop. Obviously I LOVE shopping online, but seeing things in person can change everything. Especially when your buying an investment/art piece like Fluevogs. Rebecca helped me in the shop today (and speaking of serendipitous coincidences she used to work at Commander Salamander in DC! Hi Rebecca!)
I walked out the proud new owner of a lovely pair of Goodalls! They're great.
I kind of feel like I'm in some sort of Fluevogian gladiator army when I have them on.
Glaaaaaaaadiator!
Beyond the awesomeness that is the Goodalls, I found 4 other things I kind of sort of must have. Okay, maybe that's a tad strong, but ya'll know how emotional I am about my Fluevogs
(if not you can read about it HERE)
So here's the scoop: I would have bought the Farrahs, but they didn't have my size in Mango, boo. Also not in my size, the Lancianos. You really should see these babies in person, the photo totally does them no justice. The Silvana clutch is so soft, and a super pretty pale blue. Plus it's big enough to fit a bunch of stuff in. Bonus! Finally, totally out of character for me I was having a really hard time resisting the Celyn boots. Maybe cause they make me think of being a 19 year old goth girl again.
Maybe cause they're just awesome. Who knows. Either way they're super rad.
Go buy them. Do It! Glaaaaaaadiator!
Tuesday, June 21, 2011
birds of a feather
dude, how cute is this dress? i mean for real, trapeze shape, peacock print, bow on the back, and pleats! i die. pair it up with some earthy inspired accessories and you're in like flynn. like flynn i say!
Monday, June 20, 2011
polka dots and pearls
How cool is this dress!? I wish so hard that it was my size cause I would totally buy it and rock it out! Normally I'm not a fan of Fluevogs with fat heels, but these shoes are totally perfect for this dress. Pair this 60's gem with some big ol' honkin' pearls and you're set. totally totally totally.
Vintage 60's Jonathan Logan Polka Dot Dress , Vintage 60's Faux Pearl Clip Ons , Vintage 60's Colorful Gumball Rings , Fluevog Munster Heels , Vintage 60's Silver Metallic Clutch
Saturday, June 18, 2011
vintage vs repro
While in St Louis I had the best vintage experience ever at Vintage Habadasherie! One of my finds was a 50's skirt with the best unique print. It's got the coolest nautical boat print. This skirt is new, but totally in the same vein as the vintage one I found. Love!
Thursday, June 16, 2011
Windswept Prairie
I've made it out to Wyoming! Last nights drive what quite a light show, heavy grey clouds weighed down on the fields but a remarkable hole in the clouds right along the horizon blazed with hot hot orange light. It was truly indescribable so I took lots of pictures (posts to come!) but I am sure they won't do mother nature justice. As I was click click clicking away my camera Mr.Husband noticed some crazy lightning and downswept clouds. Mini panic ensued as us city slickers quickly realized we have no idea what to do if you are in a car when a tornado hits (I know, we're ridiculous.) The light show continued and I switched from still to video and got some pretty cool footage of the lightning extravaganza (yup, posts to come.)
This morning I was pleased to hop on the laptop and have a sense of normalcy by working on the blog. I've been without Starbucks and Target for days, and have literally had a BLT for lunch and mexican food for dinner three days in a row. It's nice to have a little technology to make me feel like myself. Anyway, to the point, after a couple days of driving through fields it seemed beyond apropos to feature Modcloth's "Windswept Prairie Cardigan" Happy Thursday Lovelies!
Scavenger Hunt Dress , Windswept Prairie Cardigan , Finger Poppet in Owl and Matryoshka , Aquamarine Heels , Wood You Be Mine Necklace
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