I was looking into fall color trends for 2010, and found Pantone’s Fashion Color Report. An excellent summarization of the upcoming color schemes hitting stores this fall. I was so happy to see three of my favorite colors in the mix. (Golden yellow, coral, and grey of course;)
I don’t want summer to end, but Fall is my favorite season….one reason being fall wardrobes:D
In IHOD news, Elodie Boutique is the newest location where you can find IHOD products!
Amateur Couture has evolved to a blog that celebrates the connection between art and fashion, often in the most literal of senses. It happened very organically, with a Jason Wu dress that reminded me of a painting that I loved. I posted both images and the concept was born, sharing my favorite things and using art as inspiration.
How do you go about finding the perfect pairings between art and fashion?
Sometimes I find the dress. Sometimes I find the art. I remember pictures the way other people remember words. It can be like a memory game that happens quickly, as often as it can be a treasure hunt.
Is this an outsource of creativity for you or is it an extension of the line of work you are in?
In my fantasy world I am a sophisticated lover of art, but in reality I am an amateur devotee. I spend my days as a shop girl in a darling soap store, but at night I turn into creative wanderer, drowning myself in art books, fashion magazines, and my beloved laptop.
If you could go any place in the world to soak up fashion and art where would it be?
I wish I could say Paris or New York, but I haven’t been to either unless in a daydream. I find inspiration in shapes, color combination and textures. Looking for the beauty in all things, I challenge myself to see the world through rose-colored glasses.
What are your favorite sources of creative inspiration (this can be websites, places, people. Etc)
Oh my! I could go on and on and on….may I rant and rave. Chagall, Bardot, Warhol, the stars, the sea, my Grandmother’s jewelry box, Chanel (always Chanel), the promise of an empty canvas or a blank page.
One of my good friends from high school, Lauren, emailed me recently to share this event. Along with Jess (the engaged) and another friend, they planned detail for detail this “Tom and Jess Fest”. Being a bunch of design majors, it is no surprise it turned out to be SPECTACULAR….not to mention it was just featured on Design Sponge last week! So, if you are planning an important event, let this inspire you to get creative! It’s all in the details!
In Lauren’s words, “Jess and I discussed concept and vision from the beginning, along with our close friend (and Jess’ MOH) Amanda. Our color palette was soft peach/pink and craft paper brown…with accents of hot/neon pink and gold. “……
“From gorgeous screen printed invitations on chip board in hot pink lettering with a vellum overlay in gold/peach to homemade bunting, routed out pieces of old lumber for floral centerpieces, laser cut wooden signs with vinyl lettering applied, wrapping tables in craft paper, a magnetic chalkboard painted door to display their lovely engagement photos taken in L.A. (where they used to live) and a place for guests to write clever comments for the couple. The list goes on and on! “….
“We made some homemade summer cocktails (entitled ‘piggy punch’ and ‘porch swing’ to celebrate summer), each glass adorned with those adorable striped straws. Of course, with that much love and care poured into everything, how could you not dance the night away in celebration??”
Aren’t these details perfect?! The photography is just incredible. You can see more of the photos on Swell Photography Blog! If you have any questions, email me, and I will be sure to pass them on to Lauren! Thank you dear friend for sharing your talent with us!
I am excited to share this review with you! If you remember, I was asked to review any product from any of CSN’s 200 stores. I went with these chalkboard wall decals from All Modern. I thought this was a product that would be fun to try and interesting to each of you readers! Read on for my review..
Here is what I loved about this product: 1) Comes with FOUR decals! I have put one in our kitchen, in my son’s room, and in my work room:) 2) So EASY to apply. Its really as easy as peeling off the back, sticking where you want it, and pressing it out… and the corners don’t peel up like I would have expected. 3) REMOVEABLE and RE-USABLE! When you want to place it somewhere else, you simply peel it off and re-stick! I thought the texture might be grainy, but it is actually really smooth. 4) It comes with chalk, is fun and easy to draw on, as well as easy to erase! My son has already created some pretty interesting artwork on his;)
I was nervous to do a review in case I was disappointed with the product, but luckily, I was really impressed! You can find these chalkboard wall decals here. If you want to just try the mini version they have those too!
Also, I chose a lucky winner last night for the Vadjutka Jewelry Giveaway! #17 – Yay! The lovely Sandy! Email me your adress:)
Tell us how you got started blogging, and what has been the best part about it?
I started blogging as more of a family blog, documenting our adventures living in Hoboken, NJ. Inspired my sister in law, Jordan Ferney of Oh Happy Day, I started using it as a way to archive products and diy projects I was working on and it just kind of blossomed from there. My favorite part is what a creative outlet it’s been for me and the sense of community bloggers have. I love blogging, look forward to doing it everyday and even if I were making nothing, I’d still be doing it. It’s one of my very favorite hobbies.
As a mother, small business owner, and blogger, how do you juggle it all?
I’m someone that really likes to be busy. I’m pretty efficient in my time use and love to have a schedule and plan out my day. With only one child now, it seems to work out fine. I set aside time during the day (usually during naps or in the evening) to deal with blogging/advertising issues/answering emails and then make sure to shut the laptop quickly and go do something fun with my son. It’s a nice balance right now.
I’m embarrassed to tell you how many blogs I subscribe to but it is A LOT. I don’t read them all every day, or even every week, but when I am looking for inspiration it’s a great place to start. I also love old issues of domino and martha stewart kids.
What do you see yourself doing 5 years from now?
I have no idea! I love working from home and hope to be able to keep doing it even when our family grows. It’s very fulfilling for me and a great creative outlet.
*So happy to welcome Liz Stanley here on IHOD! She has been one of my favorite bloggers since I entered the blogosphere… Say Yes to Hoboken is overflowing with creative inspiration…I hope you will visit! Thank you Liz for taking the time to be a part of this series!
