5 things I'm thinking about this week
Alison Pegg
We had one of those perfect spring/summer weeks last week. You know the one. No humidity, clear skies, no bugs and the scent of spring flowers permeating the air. It was glorious.
Naturally, I struggled a bit with trying to figure out what to wear. My office is still an icebox, but weighty fabrics just didn’t seem right, especially when during a mid-day walk for some fresh air downtown. Layers really were the key last week, and by the end of the week, my spring fashion mojo started to return.
But alas, a rain/snow mix is in the forecast for today. Welcome to April in the Midwest.
Anyways, here are 5 things I’m thinking about this week.
credit: Massimo Dutti
Massimo Dutti Organza Trench Coat: this coat was lust a first sight. Sheer is huge this spring/summer, and while I won’t be participating in most of the trend, I would L-O-V-E to add this trench to experiment with it. Oh my goodness, it’s gorgeous.
Dog Vase by Eleonor Bostrom: San Francisco has been on my travel list for awhile, I have an Instagram Collection dedicated to places I want to visit, restaurants I want to try, and boutiques I want to shop in. One of those is Rare Device, full of quirky, whimsical homewares perfect for adding a little personality at home when needed. Like this dog vase. I love that it’s black & white (my fave), but I especially adore the oblong shape, its a perfect conversation starter for a table or console that needs a little extra somethin’.
About Arianne Ojih Ivori Flats: the weather last week had me searching for summer shoes and sandals that I could wear other than the Birkenstocks I wore all last summer. I discovered About Arianne through an Instagram black hole this week and instantly fell for these leather slides. Supple leather, a low heel, an interesting shape and foot coverage? I just might have to invest in a pair of these for the warmer weather.
Anissa Kermiche Candlesticks: note to self, don’t browse the homewares sections of the Matches Fashion Outlet. You’ll want everything. Like these Anissa Kermiche Tit for Tat candlesticks. Anissa’s ceramics are definitely conversation starters, this pair could be layered with a more conservative pair of candlesticks and look fabulous on a fireplace mantle, a bookshelf or even an entryway console. I’m off to find a Matches discount code…
Diptyque City Candles: from April 20-26 the city candles are back! Diptyque candles are always so special to invest in, but I’m especially fond of the city versions. Someday I hope to get to all of the destinations, but in the meantime, owning a special scent only available in each will have to do. I’m a huge fan of the London and Tokyo scents, this time around I’m hoping to pick up the Seoul and Beverly Hills candles.