I’ve mentioned Prada nearly 30 times on this blog, but Miuccia hasn’t sent a thank-you note, let alone a fabulous bag. I’ve mentioned “2 in 1 Shampoo Plus Conditioner” Pert Plus one time and the publicist immediately sent me eight bottles of the stuff. I’m sure there’s a lesson to be learned from this. Let…
Fashion
Ossie Clark Sweaters
I’m on an Ossie Clark blogging kick. Here’s a famous 1968 photo of Ossie wearing his own shirt and patchwork belt with a sweater made by his mother. Photo source: Another Nickel in the Machine Here’s a not-at-all-famous photo of me wearing my only Ossie Clark sweater. I’ve never managed to find a lot of…
Mick Jagger and Ossie Clark
Gimme Shelter by the Rolling Stones has been stuck in my head for days. I know it’s no Dude Looks Like a Lady, but it’s still a great song. It also reminded me of Mick Jagger’s jumpsuit collaboration with my favorite vintage designer, Ossie Clark. I’ve mentioned that Mick wore Ossie clothes but never posted…
Peace Out
The rage for studs is still going strong. (Am I the only one not attempting a DIY “Balmain” blazer?) Of course, this isn’t the first time around for the studded look. Check out this 1990 Moschino leather jacket, just sold atA Katy Kane Vintage & Couture Clothing for $975. Front Back
’80s Hair Club for Musical Men
Limahl from Kajagoogoo was good. Limahl David Sylvian from Japan was better. David Sylvian John Taylor from Duran Duran was best. John Taylor Speaking of hair, gorgeous blogger Sister Wolf asked me how I get my hair so shiny. This is a frequently asked question. Honestly, I’m not sure my hair is as shiny in…
San Francisco Treat, Part II
I had the ultimate tour of San Francisco today thanks to two gorgeous bloggers. Annie of Poetic & Chic: Showed me around the city in a zip car. Invited me to her lovely apartment, where I admired the beautiful jackets she is working on for her Etsy shop. Treated me to a drink at a…
San Francisco Treat
I’m in San Francisco! I want to thank gorgeous bloggers Annie (Poetic & Chic), Jeanne (Periodic Elements of Style) and Patti (CuteMess Industries) for meeting up with me last night. We had a lovely dinner at Fringale, where those who can never get enough pig can indulge in bacon-wrapped pork. From left: Annie, Patti, WendyB…
Pining for Pimm’s at Harrods
I was thinking of gorgeous ex-blogger Miss L of London and her sadly defunct Times of Glory blog, so I looked up her post about my visit last year with her and the adorable Sharon Rose. It was a perfect day, as she said, and I love this picture she took of Sharon and me….
Brought to You by the Letter W
One of my jewelers made this “W” initial pendant for me for my 40th birthday. I’ve been wearing it a lot lately. I only wear my own designs, so it’s rare that I get a jewelry gift that I can wear. MrB got me quite a bit of beautiful jewelry back in the day but,…
The Pen Is Pinker Than the Sword
I’ve been brightening up the inside of my purse lately. In addition to my purple wallet, I have a red phone, a turquoise business-card holder and a green datebook. I also have a heart-shaped, light-blue keychain by Aspinal, which I got in an issue of Tatler last year. I love that British magazines sometimes include…