In a last ditch effort to stretch winter’s festivities into the gray months, overcome our nasty colds, and celebrate Beyonce and Jay-Z’s baby (obviously), let’s get some gold happening in our lives. Taking a cue from my lovely friend Lindsay, who is the ultimate master of costume jewelry flair, I’m going to make a concerted effort to have fun with my accessories, and celebrate.

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1. Butter Gold Nail Polish  | 2.  Gold Cube by Martin Azua  | 3.  Embellished Updo’s  | 4.  Golden Cloud  | 5.  Lizzie Fortunato Necklace  | 6.  Zara Studio Shirt  | 7.  Confetti System Gold Wall for Creatures of the Wind

Coverage by Valerie Gnaedig

The walls of my apartment are painted the perfect shade of gray. Perfect, that is, until I decided I prefer separate strains of black and white in combination with each other. There’s something so calming about airy, white walls with strong, graphic accents of black. From the geometric himmeli ornaments to the killer Olle Eksell poster, these additions would be a pretty good substitute to repainting my entire place.

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1. Heirloom Studio Bowls | 2. Himmeli No. 5 Mobile and Olle Eksell Poster | 3. Molly Ringwald | 4.  I’m Ill Sweatshirt  | 5.  Kaj Franck Mushroom Bowl | 6.  Seascape Wallpaper : Winter by Abigail Edwards

Coverage by Valerie Gnaedig

How great is this project by The Crossroads of Freemont? The message is clear, concise and oh so poignant for the melting pot that is America. These crayons should be given to every child on the first day of kindergarden. Just imagine the art that would come…

Now that Instagram is as popular as an IPA at a hipster’s backyard BBQ, we’re seeing more nostalgic sepia tones than ever.  Why do we feel the need to make our present seem antiquated, our current fashion look vintage? Maybe we hope it will make our fleeting, digitized lives feel more meaningful. Or maybe  because it just makes everything look a little prettier.

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1. $2 Kolrabi at the Carroll Gardens Farmers Market  |  2. Re-Cycles Branding by And Melbourne  |  3. Guy Aroch Photography  |  4. Diamond Seed Lariat Necklace by Blanca Monros Gomez  |  5.  All The Pretty Photographers  6.  Cavalier Essentials Lookbook

Coverage by Valerie Gnaedig

I recently stumbled upon the Geoff McFetridge print of the woman stepping into her bikini, and became mildly obsessed. (Geoff, call me, I need it.) It’s bold, graphic and semi-risqué, but the combination of orange and red was what really stuck in my brain.  Maybe it’s the cranberry sauce or the turning leaves (or the chilled, rosy cheeks in Kate Pugsley’s paintings), but this color combo seems custom-made for the season change. In an attempt to recreate it, I tried to make Amy Merrick’s wreath while in Cape Cod a few weeks ago. Let’s just say that ship never sailed.

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1. Galo Loafers  |  2. Matthew Korbel Bowers  |  3. Amy Merrick Wreath  |  4. Kate Pugsley Oil Paintings  |  5.  Geoff McFetridge and Heath Collaboration  6.  Andrew Nuding Photography

Coverage by Valerie Gnaedig

Last weekend, I set up my very own christmas tree. As I strung the lights, I turned on some Beach Boys holiday tunes, and it got me thinking: why not sass up the winter with some summery hues? I give you Lemon Yellow, the sunniest of the summer colors for the gray days ahead. Pour some lemonade into a yellow-dipped cup, put on Surfin’ Safari, and imagine you’re sitting on the back porch with your shades on. I swear it’s fun, do it.

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1.  Michael Lax for Copco Yellow Teapot  |  2. Yellow Smoke Photograph  |  3. Ginette Lapalme  |  4.Up In The Air Somewhere Drinkware  |  5. Matthias Heiderich  |  6. Cambridge Satchel “The Flouro”

Coverage by Valerie Gnaedig

This cloud series by Rudiger Nehmzow’s been circulated the web for a few weeks now.

The images are athereal on an entirely different level. Strapping himself down and using an oxygen mask, Nehmzow and his crew went into the sky with the airplane door wide open and shot this incredible series.

The tonal shades caught between cumulous and status states are both poetic and striking.

Here’s a still from the producer’s video. Enjoy!

For everyone who hasn’t seen Twin Peaks: watch it. I’m just coming out of a David Lynch binge, and my mind is bending. I’ve convinced myself time travel happens, owls are evil, and there are mysteries waiting for me in the deep, dark woods.  Maybe this is why I seem to be seeing everything in moody blues. In fashion, photography and interiors, I’m noticing deeper blues and suspicious moods, and I’m loving every minute of it.

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1. Pulp Art Book | 2.  Mid Century Modern Ceramic Pot |  3. Dana Lee Menswear |  4. La Maison Champs Élysées |  5. Montana Skies |   6. Kirsten Dunst for C Magazine

Coverage by Valerie Gnaedig

The clocks have been turned back and we gorged on turkey, which means we are officially headed into the cold winter months. I can’t help but love the prevalence of cognac browns that I’m seeing in photography and product;  the warm mahogany hues make me want to surround myself with thick wovens and rich prints, light a fire in my imaginary fireplace,  and get fully prepared for hibernation mode.

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1. Sukan Antique Turkish Kilim Coasters: $29; Etsy | 2. The Eames Elephant | 3. Noble Handcrafted Maple Syrup: $49.90; Aha Life | 4. Lizzie Fortunato Bag | 5. Lisa Congdon: Painting | 6. Sit and Read Illum Wikkelso Ringstol Chair: $1,900; Sit and Read | 7. The Brick House “Refreshing Vintage Wood” Tutorial

Coverage by Valerie Gnaedig

When’s the last time you dug a little deeper and thought twice about the purchases you make? Do you buy punchy colorful products or prefer soft, muted shades? Do you make impulse decisions online or in the store?

It’s a lot to think about when juggling a busy schedule, but we have to say we’re intrigued by various markets, both locally and abroad and today we’ll be sharing some fun facts that Alessandra, the creative force behind the children’s line, Lala’s Pequenos, has graciously shared with us about her global customers.

For example, Americans love gray, brown, pink, blue, and greens combined in any which way so long as there are animals for boys and flowers for girls.

Add a modern parent to the mix and there’s a good chance he or she will be buying geometric prints. If you’re wondering [...]

In our experiences, people are very curious about the world of forecasting. The research driving the fashion and textile industries is very complex, highly intuitive and frequently underestimated. Colour Forecasting is a great book for anyone curious about the field and looking to learn more.

The book discusses forecasting’s origins, the driving forces behind fashion and how it’s evolved in present day. Color terminology and some of the more subjective tools used by color forecasters are explained, and their strengths and weaknesses are compared. Additionally, process models are presented, revealing how forecasting methodologies are used to develop ‘color stories’.