marilyn fever.

seriously, couldn't you just stare at images of marilyn for hours? well i did, actually it took a week or so to fully digest the images posted at fuck yeah marilyn monroe. i haven't even delved into the archives, but the images are so delicious and inspiring you get sucked into it. she has such an amazing star quality, even today through her images you can feel her energy. i love, love, love this site, the quotes and rare images give you a little insight into Marilyn and Norma Jean. (i am not going to get into it..but....well you know..) 

weekend with the gays.

so over memorial weekend, the bf and i drove down to our friends' second home in indy. our friend just happens to be a wonderful interior designer so it's always a treat to stay in their lovely home. here are the pictures, albeit late.

he has a collection of pitchforks lining the main hallway.

fancy. by the luck of the draw, we got to stay in their bedroom.

these are their super cute springer spaniels, jake and katie. they are so beautiful.

cake.

last night, i went to a fun event in a wicker park art space with my super cute friend meghan and a couple of her girlfriends. "fuck let them eat cake" was a show styled by this young guy, justin white..and it was pretty entertaining. there were a lot of pieces from coco rococo (?? is that right?, it's that 90's resale shop on chicago ave. or something) and a friend, ashley scott, designed the amazing earrings in the show, sorry no good pics of them, but believe me they are cuuuute. and i have to say, it was a chicago fashion event that i actually liked..yay! 

(Ps. sorry the pics are a little blurry.)

meghan's amazing jewelry. you need it.

this piece was sheer and you could see her boobie, it was pretty.

in the background you can see liz, one of the owners of eskell.

I live for this jumper, it was pink and white. so fresh.

it's lacroix, sweetie.

omg. lacroix is feeling the pinch of this fucking recession. ugh. i think he will pull through, didn't he have some problems a several years back? but i loooove lacroix and i believe fashion doesn't always need to be commercial. it's art, it's beauty, it's a reflection of life. 

wow.

i know there are many mixed feelings on the war, because it's a big ole' mess, but this project by richard mosse is powerful. breach is an amazing series that focuses on hussein's palaces seized through the war. definitely check out his work. 

Bitch..?!

Here is an interesting video on Madam Wintour from 60 Minutes. 

Despite everything, I think Anna Wintour is a powerhouse and someone to admire. I, however, do not think she should be called a bitch. That word is inappropriate in a professional setting. Get the fuck outta here old man. 

I feel cream.

Peaches' new album just came out and it's aaaammmaaaaazzzzzing. "I Feel Cream" is a little less angry than her past albums but it's delicious just the same. I'm in love with Serpentine and Billionaire. Dream city!!

And I have tickets to go see her next Friday with some fun gays. eeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee-ow!! 

wtf.

So I came across this stupid item. 

"Wrap up those bobbins!

Use these handy wraps to keep bobbins from unwinding, keeping your sewing box neat as a pin! Multiple colors, so you can match your bobbin threads and see what you have at a glance! 24 per package, assorted colors."

bitch, that's a scrunchy. 

Opening Ceremony online!!!

Yahooooooo!! Rejoice midwesterners, Opening Ceremony has opened online. 

Now, down to business...what do I need?

A fringe tanktop?

Or this amazing floral tank...?

orrrrr..?

or?

how exciting. 

My babies.

Introducing Fernando and Lupe, my long haired chihuahuas. 

Oooh, look at Lula mid-shake. Very fancy. 

Cute heart-shaped cuddle.

Nando is watching you. 

Who knew?

Couldn't you just die? I'm dying!!!!! I live for this ad, two of my favorite things: Karen Elson and Rodarte. Shot by photog Autumn de Wilde.

I heart Galliano.

John Galliano is one of my idols. He is such a genius for drama and obviously cut. I especially love all of his past and present work of sheer garments. And even tho Pre-Fall shows have started, I am taking it one season at a time. So, here are some of my favs from the John Galliano Spring 09 collection.




I love this Galliano look complete with Stephen Jones millinery work. (I need that hat!)





Amazing. Is it bad that I can already see Urban or Forever21 copying this?





This dress is a dream. Do YOU need this?





Love the purple hair, proportions of blouse to skirt, and love off the shoulder.





This is a lovely frock to wear while running errands.

Southern lovin'.

I had lunch with my dear friend, who happens to be southern, at a lovely restaurant, that happened to be southern, Big Jones.


A beautiful tea.


Leftovers in the afternoon sun.

Fairey!

Look! Shepard Fairey in my backyard.


Before taking the photo, I totally mouthed the words, "Don't ruin this photo" to that cabbie.

Two Spring treasures.

Balenciega Spring/Summer 09.


and Vivienne Westwood s/s09.

Something to keep you warm.

Ms. Naomi Campbell on the cover of Russian Vogue. Hello diamond.

Hmm..

Interesting article from The New York Times about Anna Wintour and Vogue. And I kind agree...
..well I guess that link doesn't work. Basically the article was about Vogue being out of touch. A little. Sorry Ms. Wintour. I mean I think there are some inspired members of her staff, especially Grace Coddington, and I love that crazy Andre Leon Talley. The article also accuses the mag of only catering to socialites and such. Hm.