on another note

Leandra Medine is not necessarily a vintage fashion maven, but the irreverent way in which she combines clothing and accessories to create looks that are totally unique to her absolutely kicks ass and makes her a sort of hero to me. She's the type of woman i relate to and aspire towards--her style, devil-may-care attitude and undeniable panache make her a stand-out in the world of fashion bloggers.  She inspires me.  She deserves a cult film (or at the very least, a cult following) of her own. 

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June 23, 2015

after a 3 week road trip across the country to visit family and attend a graduation it's back to business. the trip, of course, included a few stops to search out some perfect items for my current and future collections. walking into a shop or a home and discovering something unique and ideal has become a not-so-secret thrill for me; on many an occasion i've had relatives, friends, or shop owners bear witness to my squeals of delight upon finding, for example, a vintage oscar de la renta scarf, hand-tooled leather bag or brooks brothers blouse. i envision in my mind how each piece will fit into a collection, i listen to how it speaks to me, i imagine building future collections around something totally unique and irresistible. there's so much satisfaction in creating a business around something you love, and something which innately drives you. from the films to the fashion, i feel compelled to not just collect but to immerse myself--to revel in the beauty, the mastery, and the eclecticism inherent to each piece.