"Sunday Runway . . . "

Greetings,

As is often the case, it takes someone else to see your work in its clearest form.  Several weeks back when I posted images from the Alexander McQueen show in New York, someone commented that they loved my blog because it was "the perfect intersection of interior design and fashion."  And as I look back over several years of posts - I REALLY love that description!

So I thought I take a stab at some organization here at Tartanscot - and use our Sundays together to highlight some of my favourite fashion images.

So, let's open with a classic - a behind-the-scenes video from the Spring 2011 advert shoot for one of my favourite shops - Hackett of London's . . . enjoy . . . .

Cheers,
Scot

Fashionable Interiors

People are always saying that interior design is influenced by fashion, but these days I feel like it's the other day around...

Ikat shorts spread from this month's In Style Magazine. Rug from West Elm.

Chevron dress layout from this month's In Style Magazine. Pillow from West Elm.

Birdcage jeans from In Style Magazine. Birdcage wallpaper from Nina Campbell at Osborne & Little, dining room designed by Swedlow Design.

Hey Ace - I'm A Comin'!

I love me a little getaway. Which is why I cannot WAIT for an upcoming trip with my man to the Ace Hotel in Palm Springs...

The Ace Hotel puts me in a bohemian chic state-of-mind, so all I want to do until we go is...

Caftan by Temperley London from Neiman Marcus.

Drink created by the genius ladies at Fashionably Bombed for an amazing lady's trip that I was lucky to attend - find the recipe here!

Rug from Anthropologie.

All hotel pictures from the Ace Hotel website.

There's Something About Orange

While just about any technicolor shade is right on trend this summer, there's something about orange that I'm loving right now. Perhaps it's because orange seems just right for the increasingly warm weather. Or maybe it's just the punch of bold, bright, cheerfulness that my wardrobe needs right now. Or maybe it's got something to do with how well it pairs with other colors I love like navy blue, turquoise and white. Regardless, orange is a "must have" for me this summer.

The key to pulling off head-to-toe orange? Keep the silhouette simple and streamlined; the color is the standout here, so keep the details unfussy and accessories (try just some simple gold jewelry) to a minimum. Also, stay monochromatic if you want to keep the look feeling sophisticated and edgy as too many bold colors easily read as too young. Nude shoes are a great (and leg-lengthening) choice.

Despite my love of statement-making color, I'll confess I don't always have the hutzpah to wear head-to-toe brights myself. I all too often tend to retreat behind black, navy or gray. If you're anything like me (and I expect many of you are), then the easiest way to play with the bolds and brights found on the Spring 2011 runways is to incorporate these shades into your existing wardrobe in smaller doses, via shoes, jewelry, and handbags.

Source List:

St John Double Face Crepe Jacket and Pencil Skirt (Nordstrom; $795 and $395)

Diane Von Furstenberg Bateau Neck Dress (Nordstrom; $285)

Verbena Dress (Tory Burch; $350)

Kate Spade New York "Daycation" pouch (Nordstrom; $50)
Lanvin Grosgrain espadrilles (Net-a-porter; $595)
Elephant Belt (Kate Spade; $95)

Cara Accessories Bead & Metal Bangles (Nordstrom; $48)

Dylan Large Shoulder Bag (Linea Pelle; $415)

Tory Burch Synthetic Straw Shoulder Bag (Nordstrom; $350)

Horton Sandal (Tory Burch; $295)

Shabby-Chic Linen Ballet Flat (Banana Republic; $79)

Juicy Couture Endless Summer Stackable Rings (Nordstrom; $88/set of 3)

J Crew & the Home

When I flipped through the most recent J Crew catalog, I noticed that LOTS of their goodies were inspired by interior design trends.

Left: Casbah scarf in Jade. Right: Malachite {image from here}

Left: Stripe Swingtime Sweater. Right: Striped bedroom from Lonny

Left: Chevron Tie Belt. Right: Zig Zag Rug {from Urban Outfitters}

Left: Tissue Ikat Tank. Right: Ikat pillow from the Bootstrap Project {check out their website for amazing artisan gorgeous goodies from around the world}

I wish this post were announcing that J Crew is launching a home line {please Jenna Lyons?! The home decor world could use your sparkle}

Hello Sunshine!

As I said earlier this week, I've spent the last three weeks in-and-out of town, living out of a suitcase. I had a marvelous time, and I'm finally getting unpacked.

So of course I'm already daydreaming about where to go next! I'm not sure where it should be, but given that the inspiration images below get my heart singing, I think it involves being outdoors, enjoying the sunshine and wearing a caftan.

Fabulous hat from Kate Spade

These outdoor images from House Beautiful have me wanting to jump away from the computer screen. STAT!

Garden design by Lisa Bynon. Those gates are insane.

More House Beautiful beauties.

While sitting in the gardens and sipping Mint Juleps, I'll lounge in these gorgeous caftans...
By Lem Lem

Or from Calm nyc.

I'm ready to get my relax on again!

Lady Like: LACE

In my final post in my Lady Like series of girlie goodies I'm loving, I present to you: lace!

Loving this lacey patterned wallpaper (from F Schumacher)

And loving these lacey looks from Los Angeles Magazine.

And of course a lacey round-up wouldn't be complete without my fav lacey headband goodie from Ban.Do!

Lady Like: OSTRICH

As I said yesterday, I'm loving some girlie-lady-like things these days. Yesterday it was florals - today it's all about the ostrich feathers.

Pillow from Dransfield & Ross.

Ostrich skirt on Cynthia Rowley in LA Confidential Magazine

Or an ostrich pouf from ban.do!

Lady Like: FLORALS

This season I seem to be gravitating towards really feminine girlie things...
First on the list: FLORALS

1. Chair (upholstered by Nick Olsen Design) from the new issue of Trad Home
2. Top by Anthropologie
3. Bracelets (See by Chloe via Glamour Mag)

Phone Phriday

I love my iPhone4 more than you should love an inanimate object. My old iPhone had a few different "outfits" - cases it would wear depending on my mood (clear for serious, hot pink for fun and gold for glamour.) My new iPhone has a fab Kate Spade polka dot look going on right now, but maybe it's time to start giving her some wardrobe options...

by Kate Spade

by Free City
(do people in other cities wear Free City?
Because in LA there are tons of people wearing their obscenely over-priced sweatpants)

And if I want to be REALLY over-the-top I could wear one of these looks to match my phone.

Two other amazing "looks" from Uncommon {found via mylifescoop via design*sponge}

Click here for this one.

Or click here for this one.

My iPhone needs a spring makeover!

Spring Fling

Loved the April/May issue of Adore Magazine - particularly all the gorgeous spring-y florals!

They reminded me of these Johnny Was goodies I spotted in the Neiman Marcus catalog...

Spring is here {it's in the 80's here in LA.} Hello sundresses!

Spring/Summer Essentials

Although Houston enjoys moderate winters, there's just something about Spring that puts a little bounce in my step. Perhaps it's the promise of summer (though my summer vacations have long since passed) or the newly budding flowers, but a gorgeous spring day never fails to put me in a good mood. And, of course, I love spring and summer fashions: the bright colors, the perky prints, fabulous sandals and wedges...it's just so refreshing after months of grays on black.

This Spring, I'm looking to update my wardrobe with some fresh new staples that are easy wearing...and easy washing (both Baby G. and I seem to go through several wardrobe changes a day now)! The type of clothes that will transition from mommy-hood to my pretty casual office. Navy and white (especially white jeans!) are my go-to's for warmer weather, but I'll be updating the classic nautical pairing with bright accessories like those gorgeous Tory Burch Sandals (orange and hot pink are both amazing with navy) and fun prints like Kate Spade's Daycation shopper. An on-trend maxi dress in a bold print is an easy weekend staple that will keep me cool and casual without feeling schleppy. Finally, I'm longing to swap out my everyday watch for something fun, light and a little bit different, like Michael Kors' resin and rose gold watch.

Clockwise (from top left): Coral Dress (Tory Burch), Jersey Blazer (Boden), Daycation Bon Shopper (Kate Spade), Denim Pleated Trouser Short (Gap), Gold Coast Lacey wallet (Kate Spade), Stripe Sunburst Tank (J.Crew), Horton Sandals (Tory Burch), Michael Kors Show Stopper Resin Watch (Nordstrom), Sexy Boot Surplus Jeans in White (Gap), and Dorrie Skirt (J.Crew).

What pieces are you craving this Spring? Any new trends you're dying to try out?

World Traveler - Fashion Edition

Earlier this morning I blogged about my world-traveling-lust - there are SO many places on my list to see...

Here's what I'd wear on my fabulous travels (I'd rock the one on the right)...

{romper from urban outfitters - though my husband would CRINGE at the thought of me wearing a romper}

My passport and other travel goodies would get carried around in this Chloe bag {via the Bloomingdale's catalog}

Run, Don't Walk

Run, don't walk to your local Target. It is the 5 Year Anniversary of their designer collaboration, so today they have re-released their top-sellers. I was there before the doors opened at 8 am (which felt like 7 am because of daylight savings time.) Thank goodness I live near a Target that is big and not too hectic, so I was able to grab what I wanted in my size... I scored (and maybe went overboard) with 9 dresses... here's a overview of my loot:

{by Erin Fetherston}

Someone needs to invite me to a wedding or dressy event asap so I have an excuse to wear this. Otherwise, I'll have to rock it at the grocery store.

{by Thakoon}

I feel like Michelle Obama in this dress. Hip. Classy. Elegent.

{by Tucker}

Pretty much the reason I went to the sale in the first place.

{by Rogan}

They brought out more dresses about 30 min after opening - the women who were shopping there were so nice, someone came over to my dressing room to tell me about the additional dresses. Thank goodness, or I never would have seen that Rogan goodie. Think I'm going to put it on immediately upon posting this blog.

{by Tucker}

Looked iffy on the hanger, and amazing on.

{by Rodarte}

Looks way better in person. I might start living in this dress.

{next two by Jovovich-Hawk}

I passed on these the first time around, but have had major envy seeing them on other people. Hooray for second chances.

{by Tara Jarmon}

Can't wait for it to warm up enough for me to wear this.

{by Jovovich-Hawk}

Brought this one home and can't figure out why I bought it - in the store I rationalized it as a "beach cover up"... it's definitely getting returned this week.

All the dresses were in the $20ish to $40ish range. I scored, big time.