The Silver Sachet

Young Futuristic Goddess

2009-12-23T04:18:00.001-06:00

Madonna for Dolce and Gabbana

2009-12-23T04:09:00.001-06:00

Madonna looks amazing in this Dolce and Gabbana campaign for Spring 2010.

V

2009-12-23T03:18:00.003-06:00

Love this from V is for Vendetta.

V: Voilà! In view, a humble vaudevillian veteran, cast vicariously as both victim and villian by the vicissitudes of Fate. This visage, no mere veneer of vanity, is a vestige of the vox populi, now vacant, vanished. However, this valorous visitation of a by-gone vexation, stands vivified and has vowed to vanquish these venal and virulent vermin vanguarding vice and vouchsafing the violently vicious and voracious violation of volition. (he carves a "V" into a sign) The only verdict is vengence; a vendetta, held as a votive, not in vain, for the value and veracity of such shall one day vindicate the vigilant and the virtuous. (giggles) Verily, this vichyssoise of verbiage veers most verbose, so let me simply add that it is my very good honor to meet you and you may call me V.

Evey: Are you like a crazy person?

V: I'm quite sure they will say so.

Library Chandelier

2009-12-22T23:43:00.002-06:00

I love napkins with designs on them. Makes me not want to use them though. I think they look better on the wall than on the table next to the food.

Anthropologie catalogs are quite lovely, yet difficult to get a hold of in my experience. I fill out that order form again and again only to get one measly catalog sent to me per year. Maybe they know I don't buy anything. Oh well.

Ah, Victorian decor and libraries. Something I enjoy in pictures, but not in my apartment, not any more, at least. I am someone that tends to get tumbled in with history and old stuff, so I have to stay clear of the antiques and gilded chandeliers for awhile as I am in grandma-taste recovery. As of late, I am looking into a more futuristic setting for my lifestyle. But still, I find some comfort in looking at pictures of old houses and furniture. Reminds me of my Nana.

Cosmic Sailing

2009-12-22T23:39:00.002-06:00

I love clipper ships. Wonder what it felt like to sail in them. Probably not pleasant. The ocean is a treachery.

Doesn't this look like you could just crawl inside and sit on that cozy red pillow-looking thing in the middle. The best cubby sofa chair ever!

Eastern Hideaway Spread

2009-12-22T22:58:00.003-06:00

Some Top Shop Picks

2009-11-18T17:22:00.008-06:00

Skirt from Top Shop

Shirt Dress from Top Shop

Dress from Top Shop

Tank from Top Shop

Fedora from Top Shop

Top Shop Transparent Umbrella with Black Ruffle

I love the elegance that comes with transparency, whites, blacks, greys, and silvers. I could stand to have an entire wardrobe full of these shades, perhaps a whole house. Very cooling and refreshing, me thinks. Of course, with the occasional splash of teal, red, pinks, purples.

Fierce Aqua Eye

2009-11-18T17:20:00.001-06:00

Fierce Aqua Eye Look

I'm thinking this could be accomplished with those MAC pigment pot things. and a good brush. and an artistic hand. Would I wear this look? Most certainly.

OPI Silvers

2009-11-18T17:18:00.002-06:00

DS Coronation

Birthday Babe

The OPI price tag led me to purchase some equally brilliant silver polish at Claire's instead. Very worth the price at buy 1 cosmetic item get another 50% off. So the polish came to $2. Excellent.

Starry Night in the Woods

2009-11-18T17:16:00.002-06:00

Moose and Tea

2009-11-18T17:10:00.004-06:00

Moose and Green Tea, no relation of course except for the inspiring effect on me. On a separate note, contrary to what they really are, Moose (Meese?) seem so friendly and good-natured. Green tea subconsciously makes me feel like I'll become more zen and wise by drinking it.

Photo by The Selby

Starry Tent

2009-11-18T17:07:00.003-06:00

I'd like to know how Katie did this exactly. It's so magical. How is that gauzy chiffon-like drapery hanging like that? I have made many tent efforts in my time and nothing has looked that much like a real tent. This, this is a masterpiece. And those cut out stars! and the rope lights! I will find a way to do this very soon.

Photos by Color Me Katie

Art Nouveau in We're Back

2009-11-18T17:05:00.003-06:00

Art nouveau. My interest in it actually began with the LOTR Trilogy, particularly Arwen's room and Rivendell in general, but the pics online of it aren't very clear. Will post later on that, but for the present, I think these shots from We're Back give a nice example of the style that I like a lot.

Pink Magick

2009-11-15T15:49:00.007-06:00

White Magic

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Animal Loving

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Walt Disney himself couldn't have captured it better.

Trees and Musings

2009-11-15T15:38:00.006-06:00

Isn't this a lovely day?

Yes, and it consists of eating macarons from Laduree (mind you, all of this is in my ardent imagination)

Looking at and reading Tim Walker picture books

Snuggling indoors from the cold with a warm set of slippers

Growing a massive tree in the middle of my living room? No, that was a nap.

Mark Boutavant Illustrator

2009-11-15T15:35:00.001-06:00

Mark Boutavant illustration

The Body Shop Wish List

2009-11-15T15:33:00.004-06:00

I used to own a very similar product to this make-your-own-perfume set by The Body Shop a few years ago, actually the same thing, just different packaging... It was delicious smelling. I love perfume. I love good smells.

Sakura Gel Pens

2009-11-15T15:27:00.007-06:00

As demented as it sounds, I could literally tote all of these pens around with me every where I went. I'd be a journal-writing, doodling hermit, taking great pains to find just the right color to express the feeling and mood of my expressions. Maybe it's better this way.

I am a little bit obsessed with these.

Top 3 Shoe List

2009-11-15T15:22:00.002-06:00

TOAST-y Feet

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TOAST catalog

These toes do indeed look toasty. Very fun in a group-look-setting.

Elegance

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Hope this fur is faux

Orange and Black Thigh Boots

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Lulu and Your Mom Blog

Dewy Future Makeup

2009-11-15T15:14:00.000-06:00

Backstage Color and Lines Future-Style

2009-11-15T15:13:00.002-06:00

Green Tea/Red Hair

2009-11-15T15:09:00.006-06:00

Gorgeous, gorgeous hair! The glossiness is so rich!

What wonderful nail glitter!

The Selby

Shoe Closet

2009-11-15T15:07:00.005-06:00

Closets have long been a mood-enhancer for me. I adore organizing for hours on end. Shelves, Boxes, Drawers and Pockets for putting everything in its place is overwhelming in excitment.

And of course organizing clothes and shoes is even more exciting.

The Selby

Black Uniform

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Giles Backstage

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The silver-violet and pink make the models look sickly, but somehow the look is very enchanting. I find the big paperclip thingy in the model to the left's hair is amusing. The golden elephant purse is quite charming.

Sweet, frilly, futuristic dollies with a dash of fierceness

This futuristic ballerina and cage-like skirt with silver foil-ey corset dress ensemble is irresistible like sugar. Everything dusted with fairy-space muse dust.

Golds and Bronzes Makeup

2009-11-04T16:16:00.005-06:00

Bobbi Brown pewter wet-look shadow

Light-catching gold glitter liquid liner by NYX

Sisters Scene

2009-11-04T16:11:00.002-06:00

The Haynes Sisters

One of my favorite scenes from Irving Berlin's White Christmas.

Indoor Bonfire Future Style

2009-11-04T15:57:00.002-06:00

A real indoor bonfire future egg-shaped thing.

Next to the wave sofa, please. Thank you.

Loft Sofa

2009-11-04T15:53:00.001-06:00

Photo from beautyliesintheye

Yes.

Delia's Graphic Tees Picks

2009-11-04T15:46:00.009-06:00

I really like Delia's Graphic Tees collection for the most part. They know how to choose good design. Here is my Wish List from Delia's.

Penguin

Solar System/Dino Eye Chart

Bird Science

White Pants on CocoRosa

2009-11-04T15:22:00.004-06:00

These Pics are from CocoRosa. I love the white pants, the shoes, the hair.

Trekkie-Looking Shades

2009-11-04T15:09:00.003-06:00

I really like the pink and white ones. A little over the top, but a nice touch to a sunny day.

You can purchase these online at bleudame.com

Castles and Christmas Trees

2009-11-04T14:54:00.006-06:00

I bought a white artificial Christmas tree a few years ago and I love it so much I usually leave it up way beyond Christmas season. I break down sometime in March or April with the reason being, that it won't be as special for next Christmas if I leave it up so long. But this year, I'm re-thinking this scenario. Why not leave a Christmas tree up all year? I love the lamps and other decoration in my home all year long and don't get sick of them. Christmas lights and trees are very cozy to me. Hmmm... I'll keep thinking about this.

Disney in Paris by The Cherry Blossom Girl

Cinderella's Castle at Disney World in Florida

Disney's Castles look very similar to Christmas trees. Maybe I could build a miniature castle out of cardboard to place around the tree this year.

Baby Mary's Place in Tokyo

2009-11-04T14:47:00.006-06:00

Pictures by The Selby

Amber Alien Rose

2009-11-04T00:08:00.005-06:00

This outfit that Amber Rose is showcasing has caused a stir. The white contacts are a bit startling, but the basic idea is brilliant. If it were not so tight, not so revealing, and maybe with black pants instead of silver, this could work. Love silver, of course, and many futuristic fashion efforts, but nonetheless, this still goes into the costume category. This could work for a night on the town with a few tweaks. Great for a futuristic party. I love the futuristic nod and I'm hoping it will continue.

Update: 12-22-09 I think I would wear this. I actually love it. Bravo, Amber Rose!

Japanese WC

2009-11-04T00:03:00.002-06:00

Photo by The Selby

The Selby Dresser

2009-11-03T22:23:00.002-06:00

Another interesting visual clue into the private life of others through their dresser. Picture from The Selby.

Barbarella-Inspired Makeup

2009-11-03T21:24:00.007-06:00

The eye looks are from a makeup blog---please tell me if you know

It also can just be fun/tropical/70s makeup looks

Balmain Backstage

2009-11-03T21:20:00.000-06:00

Style Bubble Futuristic Halloween Costume

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The Style Bubble's Halloween Costume

Fantastic!

Orange Dream Collage

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Moms and daughters digging through complimentary goodie-bags

Camping out in tents in an old library? Take me there!

The Glossy Black Apartment

2009-11-03T16:16:00.011-06:00

Cindy Gallop's apartment in NYC. Said about the design that she wanted to feel like she was in a Shanghai Club at night. I think they accomplished just that.

So elegant and sexy. Amazing decor.

Looks from Le Blog de Betty

2009-11-03T16:11:00.004-06:00

Some looks I really like from Le Blog de Betty.

The gunmetal leggings

The golden-silvery cuffs, off the shoulder shirt with black strap, and the gladiator sandals are pretty amazing too.

Constellation of Dreams

2009-11-03T15:56:00.006-06:00

Speaking of dreams, here's a little jibberish I wrote sometime back.

Constellation of dreams

Gather your fears and blossoms of fright

To offer at the gate

Prepare to travel through the land of whimpering throats and watching eyes

Guardians of light

Connecting the blinking cosmos of dots

Enduring the sun’s fire is worth the wait

For in this journey

You find your inward joy and internal fight

The setting star carves a door through the rambling rush of noise

And marvels are born of silent nights

Blue clouds of crumbling blaze

Hot enough to roast a cake

Long stretch unshielded from wandering Slashers

Violent billows break the three-mast ship of sailing

This is part of the plan

Hurled into the realm of winking wallabies

Dancing around an erupting fire of bon

Rub your eyes and shake your head yes

Winding willows wince under the weight of centuries

Rootwork channeling deep tremors in the crafts of man

Traversing language and genius to feed by the tender brook of matter

Call for the mulberry moon to explain the reasons and give you passwords of rhyme

Your back sprouts wings of goose down

Hungry you spot a grove of glazed donuts enclosed in a hedge of stone

Yet the Passageway is guarded by cunning Whisperers

Who seek your fingers

No other escape but the

Water below the bridge runs blue with ink

Scribbling nonsense as it laps the sandy shore

Chanting wolves lurk in the shadowy forest reading all the water tells

Who goes there in this withering territory?

Cries the Wolf Sovereign

I only want to eat something sweet you say

You should try fruit instead and this river of ink is quite good with bread beams the King of Wolves

Ask the raccoons for some baked rolls

They steal it from the belly of wandering ships

Greedily you take from the forest bushes berries of black and dip your loaf in the inky drink

Oblivious to the wolves encircling

Licking their shiny fangs dripping with blue ink

Holding a million secrets and tales in the sapphire liquid

All of a sudden your foot slips on a rock and you tumble head first into the swift current of azure

Sinking deep

Inhaling gasps of it into your lungs

Stinging your eyes

Stifling a scream

The feathers of your wings absorb pounds of wet ink and pull you under

It tastes like

Fresh cut lawn, birthday cake, car exhaust, chlorine, buttery popcorn, and old concrete buildings

Spoiled milk, licking your finger from a paper cut, cotton candy, mothballs, salty tears and burning coal

The wolves scatter back to their caves

Shrieking about lost causes and the coming first light

As your mind succumbs to the waves

Leaving puddles of blue where you once stood by the inky edge

Spell the words

Only the wolves can read

A distant chanting sound from across the depths

Dawn is rushing to greet you

Fawns frolic in the blushing morn

Outside your bedroom window

Whatever thoughts have behooved you

Have been wrestled

Ironed out in the turbulent night, the blistered crinkles of your mind

Lashes flutter

*alarm blaring*

Artwork by Dr. Seuss and the wolf halloween mask you can buy online:)

I Dream of MacBooks and Cameras

2009-11-03T15:43:00.008-06:00

Some mouth-watering shoes and technology that I dream of at night

oh, yes, and flying giraffes.

The Irregular Choice flats in Simps--very future, very chic, very feminine. i like.

Canon Pro Camera EOS-1

Nikon D300

iPod Touch

Classic iPod white with white vintage Panasonic headphones. Pic by the Cherry Blossom Girl blog

MacBook Pro

Old apartment somewhere in my dreams where giraffes have bat-like wings and flap across the walls in herds.

Korma Sutra-- I Miss You, Westport

2009-11-03T15:33:00.008-06:00

Korma Sutra means "sensuous cuisine" in Hindi. This top picture is from Cookie Magazine a while back. It's in Bali, Indonesia.

When I lived in Kansas City, MO, I would go to Korma Sutra in Westport every Tuesday after class at Penn Valley for Lunch (that's a mouthful). They have an amazing buffet--super cheap and visually beautiful and do I have to say, absolutely scrumptious. I miss Korma Sutra so much. I'll have to go for a visit some time soon.

Michael Jackson Kinda Clothes

2009-11-03T15:27:00.005-06:00

Michael Jackson-inspired looks I would love to wear.

The Black Apple Holiday Sweets

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Some holiday sweets ideas by The Black Apple. Wondrous with a stout glass of egg nog or a warm mug of cocoa.

Blue Collage of Love

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I'd love to have this view from my window. Blissful.

Arwen and Aragorn from LOTR

Vienna by The Sartorialist

Liv Tyler Very Irresistible Perfume

2009-11-03T15:08:00.004-06:00

Lovely perfume. I adore Liv Tyler's acting in Lord of the Rings and the scent of Very Irresistible seems like something Arwen would wear. It's rich, captivating and feminine.

Very Irrésistible Givenchy
An homage to Givenchy's early days when fashion and cinema were intertwined, Very Irrésistible Givenchy, unites the elegant tradition of French style with the energy and pop-culture pizzazz of American film. Bursting with roses and infused with star anise, and verbena leaf, Very Irrésistible Givenchy is a fresh departure from the traditional floral fragrance.

Notes:
Centifolia Rose, Peony Rose, Fantasia Rose, Passion Rose, Emotion Rose, Verbena Leaf, Star Anise.
Style:
Vibrant. Brilliant. Captivating.

Description from sephora.com

North Pole Breakfast

2009-11-03T14:46:00.008-06:00

Just a thought. This is probably something the little she-elf from The Santa Clause would serve up at the North Pole for breakfast. Yes, it's official, I have the Christmas bug:)

Peppermint sticks dipped in white chocolate covered in nonpareils. Delightful.

Holiday-themed Starbucks is a bright spot in the year for me. I look forward to the unique flavors and creative packaging with kid-like giddy-ness. It's ridiculous that a coffee shop could inspire such excitement, but it does.

This pic is from elsiecake. Ahhh, iced coffee. Caffeine.

Just the thing to get this little guy out of bed:)

Lovey Anthropologie-Inspired Scene

2009-11-03T14:38:00.009-06:00

Moulin Rouge

Platinum Ombre Martini Glass/Water Glass

Platinum Ombre Champagne Coupe/Wine Glass

Platinum Ombre Hurricane

Glassware in Anthropologie Nov 2009

This may be Martha Stewart...not sure though

Frozen Anthropologie Assets

2009-11-03T14:25:00.010-06:00

Anthropologie catalog photographs captured in frozen ice. The effect is quite beautiful.

Svalbard Socks

Sweater Pom Candle/Mirror, Mirror Pouch

Vintage Rotary Phone/Atom Ornament

Earth's Caverns Bracelets/Aflush Necklace

Anthropologie November 2009

Body Adornments by Litter

2009-11-03T01:11:00.005-06:00

Some pieces from the collection I really like:

Check out innovative designer Litter

Funny Protest Sign

2009-11-03T01:07:00.002-06:00

"We have no idea what we're talking about!" :P

Bali Beaches

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Candle Wish List

2009-11-03T00:57:00.011-06:00

I was browsing the Yankee Candle website and found these tantalizing flavors.

My Candle Wish List:

Home Decor with White Palatte

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This is dreamy. I just might like this for my living room.

In the living room, for sure! So cheeky!

Images from Freud von Freuden

Love, love this bed!

Image from TOAST

Style Icon: Queen Michelle

2009-11-03T00:39:00.009-06:00

I am a big fan of the Kingdom of Style blog and I adore Queen Michelle's personal style. A constant inspiration.

Queen Michelle from Kingdom of Style blog

Black and Silver Balmain Dress

2009-11-03T00:32:00.006-06:00

This futuristic Balmain dress is gorgeous.

Kate Moss rocks the look

Wished she looked happier though :/ Fashion isn't everything

Sheep and Little Girls

2009-11-03T00:30:00.001-06:00

Books on their Shelves

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Books and shelves with piles of books stacked on them. Ahh bliss.

Dresser Decor

2009-11-02T23:43:00.005-06:00

I find it really interesting to observe what kind of things other women enjoy placing on their dressers. I think you can get to know people better by little details like that. Perfumes, jewelry, stacks of books, magazines, mail, toys, knick-knacks, makeup, and so on and so forth:)

Second picture from elsiecake

Macaroon Pastries

2009-11-02T16:33:00.011-06:00

Macaroons are beautiful pastries. I haven't tried one yet, but I've heard people rant and rave about how great they are for some time now. I have a recipe from The Black Apple blog that I'm going to try soon:)

Macaroons and other French pastries from Brigadeiro's trip to Paris

Pierre Herme macaroons from France

Laduree Macaroons from France

Paulline Baynes Illustrator

2009-11-02T16:27:00.006-06:00

Paulline Baynes is one of my favorite children's illustrators. I first discovered her beautiful work in the C.S. Lewis book, The Magician's Nephew.

Paulline Baynes inspiration-space in England

Owls and Ducks

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Photo and owls by elsiecake

Precious little ducks...

Metallic Bodysuit

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Fergie Futuristic Styling

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Silver Circlets

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Robot-Themed Makeup

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By ElsieCake

Silver Dress Made of Springs

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Katie Gallagher Design

Silver Space Suit

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Ombre NYC Dress

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The Sartorialist

Givenchy

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Alexa Chung Blue Dress

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Model Snacks

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Good to see them eating something.

Katie Gallagher

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Queen Michelle-Power Ranger

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Queen Michelle from Kingdom of Style

Shoes from The Selby

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Kate Moss Balmain

2009-11-01T15:03:00.002-06:00

So...Charlotte Russe has their interpretation of the suede Balmain boots called the Bondage boot. And I purchased it in taupe. And I'm wondering if it'll do. It's more silverish in person, which I like, but I'm not sure if the design of the boot itself makes the grade personally. Hmm... What do you think?

Try to imagine it in a silvery taupe color. Kinda nice, isn't it? Ok I think I convinced myself.

MK Balenciaga Boots

2009-11-01T14:59:00.002-06:00

MK you are so ahead of the game. Look at you in 2006, look at us in 2009...

70s Rustic Fashion

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Paris Fashion Week

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Street Style Paris Fashion Week.

Love the over-the-knee boots and how they blend with the tights.

Balmain Silver

2009-11-01T13:52:00.006-06:00

Balmain. The silver pants are stunning. Loving the bold exaggerated shoulder.