Monthly Archives: June 2011

Wood & Faulk

Distinctly utilitarian, classic and sturdy in design, Wood & Faulk’s canvas and supple honey-hued leather trimmed bags are endlessly suited for weekend excursions and forays into the garage as a handsome tool bag substitute. Growing up in Kansas, W&F curator … Continue reading

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Gratuitously American Apparel

With the Fourth of July exactly one week away, we should all be giving  serious thought to the festive attires we will be donning this Independence Day, shouldn’t we. A day devoted to celebrating the United States should also be … Continue reading

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Layered Arm Candy

As evidenced by anyone paying even the slightest attention to fashion trends, layered bracelets have invaded the forearms of fashion-savvy Americans and as such these said Americans should know where to buy layerable bracelets actually made in the U.S., starting … Continue reading

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Elizabeth and James

The sisters Olsen possess an innate ability to design chic, androgynous wardrobe essentials i.e. their contemporary collection Elizabeth and James, which is positively brimming with masculine and feminine design elements. Browsing through their Summer look book provided me with endless … Continue reading

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Summer Excursions

In the pursuit to find the ideal travel bag last winter, I conducted an extensive Internet search, which ultimately led me to develop astigmatism (joking) and come to the conclusion that Tom Bihn manufactures the ultimate in quality and spaciousness … Continue reading

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White Hot

White embodies Summer in the same vein as popsicles, barbecues and sprinklers. Summer isn’t Summer without an assortment of white dresses, flowy tops and accent pieces. Conveying an effortless versatility rarely found in other hues, white apparel is easily layered, … Continue reading

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Candy Coating

Few purchases elicit more excitement from me than the discovery of the perfect shade of nail polish. Surveying row upon row of slightly varying hues of polish can leave even the most well-versed nail connoisseur questioning whether she should commit … Continue reading

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Found Items

Restoring and reinvigorating discarded antique leather, hardware, surplus U.S. canvas and vintage blankets acquired in New Mexico, Will Leather Goods pays homage to long forgotten American artifacts in its freshly minted FOUND collection. Known for its one-of-a-kind designs, luxe leather … Continue reading

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