Totokaelo

Totokaelo, Impulse Seattle's new e-commerce site, is full of wonderful finds from labels Mayle, Isabel Marant, Rachel Comey, A.P.C., Acne, and so many more. I have pictured recent items on the site that I have "hearted"... ::1:: Mayle Raya Tank $266; Yoshi Kondo Cotton Stripe Blouse $217; Isabel Marant Eloni Blouse $224; all @ totokaelo ::2:: A.P.C. Spaghetti Strap Dress $265; A.P.C. Four Pocket Dress $245; Mayle Camila Top $500; all @ totokaelo ::3:: Whyred Catrin Pump $278.60; Willow Silk Knot Dress $527.80; Rue Ring No. 3 $204; all @ totokaelo ::c l o c k w i s e:: Kaoru Bound Sea Creature Necklace $401.80; Kaoru Bound Sea Creature Bracelet $282.80; Isabel Marant Owen Wedge $418.60; Kaoru Coral Rose Ring $159.60; all @ totokaelo

Cut + Paste/Art + Fashion=Love

Lately, I've been listening to Death Cab For Cutie's new album "Narrow Stairs" non-stop. Each time I make my way through the tracks I further convince myself that I will never tire of it. Likewise, I will never tire of album's wonderful cover art created by designer, EE Storey. Needless to say this album has been my source of inspiration on numerous levels. Come to think of it, when I saw the DCFC album cover I was reminded of a colorful collage Elisabeth Dunker, of Fine Little Day, posted back in March, that had me equally smitten. These two pieces of art have me on a bit of a cut & paste bender that has now filtered into my wardrobe. Lucky for me, the color block & painterly trends seem to coincide with my search for colorful geometric frocks & accessories. Here are a few items that might as well have been inspired by the very artworks I referenced above: ::top:: Death Cab For Cutie "Narrow Stairs" $9.99 @ amazon; Miu Miu Nappa Patch Tote $1420 @ Saks; Myne Print Scarlet Dress $264 @ Shopbop; ::bottom:: collage by Elisabeth Dunker of Fine Little Day; Rachel Pally Print Sleeveles Short Caftan $220; Castle Starr Cinched Waist Dress $598 @ Shopbop;

Larsen Gray

I put on the brakes on my search for eco-friendly chic ensembles once I picked up a lovely dress by Larsen Gray. It is very rare to find an eco-friendly garment with the fine artistic details and embellishments found in Larsen Gray's line that could be described as polished, feminine, a bit eclectic, & fun. Larsen Gray is designed by Pratt Institute alums Nora Caliguri (a season 1 Project Runway alum) & Rachelyn Porter (who formally worked with Chanel). Saving the earth has never looked this good! Here are my favorite looks available from their spring/summer line: ::top::Salvia Shoulder Sash Dress $216; Dianelle Ruffle Dress $224; Ladybell Open Back Dress $216; Lily Lace Dress $246; all @ shopbop ::bottom::Distincta Open Side Tank $244 + Roseipes Braid Highwaist Short $216 both @ shopbop ; Larsen Gray Azuka Ruffle Tank$185 @ basic boutique; Bolea Braid Dress $242 @ shopbop; Larsen Gray Pocket Dress $260 @ basic boutique;

Pretty In Pleats

This weekend as I was sifting through my overflowing closet I found myself favoring high waisted pleated mini skirts & pleated tunics & shifts while ditching the bohemian looks summer's past. For me these pleated looks are delicate, simple, & feminine-the tiny folds adding the right amount of polish that will definitely outlast the summer months. ::top:: sneaky pleat dress by rachel comey $281 @ le train bleu; vanessa bruno long pleated sleeveless dress $355.60 @ shopbop; lux pleat front dress $58 @ urban outfitters; le befana petal-pleat shell $78 @ anthropologie; zero maria cornejo off shoulder jersey dress $412 @ la garconne; karen zambos pleated babydoll dress $372 @ couture candy; alexander wang tank dress $407 @ basic boutique; bensoni shift dress with pleated bust $540 @ la garconne; ::middle:: alexander wang silk crepe racerback dress $455 @ bird; miu miu pleated satin dress $2212.50 @ net-a-porter; splendid in-the-fold tank $39.95 @ anthropologie; jovovich hawk alex mini pleated dress in yellow $418 @ revolve clothing; built by wendy shiny coated poplin pleated dress in grey $321 @ revolve clothing; design history pleated empire top $100 @ saks; vesey by maniesse $120 @ active endeavors; ::bottom:: double flower pleated tunic $22.80 @ forever 21; karen zambos vintage couture pleated baby doll dress $372 @ shopbop; bread & butter pleated dress $204 @ otte; ASOS pleated detail jersey cardi £20 @ asos; vanessa bruno athe accordion pleat dress $211 @ la garconne; nora marcella apron skirt $231 @ basic boutique; juicy couture piped n pleated linen denim short$148 @ shopbop.

Current Obsession: Feathers

I'm flocking to these feather embellished finds just in time for SUMMER! ::top:: Karen Zambos Vintage Couture Layered Ruffle Dress $350 @ Shopbop; Alexandra Neel Feather-Trimmed Pumps $416.90 @ Saks; Ra Creations Lylo Peacock Earrings $97 @ Shopbop; Feather Brooch Dress $26 @ Forever 21; Julie Brown Margie Feather Print Tunic $270 @ Saks; Passerine Feather Necklace $24 @ Urban Outfitters; Elijah Doleman Dress with Feather in Black $330 @ Revolve Clothing; Leather and Feather Hairclip $5.80 @ Forever 21; Fallon Gabriel Necklace $99.95 @ Free People; ::middle:: Gorjana Peacock Earrings $55 @ Shopbop; Skinny Feather Headband $18 @ Urban Outfitters; Feather Hair Sticks $16 @ Urban Outfitters; Ra Creations Yoko Feather Necklace $53 @ Shopbop; Truly Madly Deeply Feathers Tee $28 @ Urban Outfitters; MLH Louisa Peacock Sequin Dress $495 @ Shopbop; ::bottom:: Claudia Ciuti Marika T Strap Platform Sandal $405 @ Shopbop; Charming Feather Cluster Necklace $18 @ Urban Outfitters; Ra Creation Brown Suede With Brown and White Feather Necklace $52 @ Revolve Clothing; Feather Suede Headband $24 @ Urban Outfitters; Beaded Leather Hairclip $5.80 @ Forever 21;

Lauren Moffat Spring/Summer 2008

I can't seem to get enough of the Lauren Moffat Spring & Summer collections. I just bought another dress! Honestly, how can I resist with the flattering shapes, interesting prints, patterns, and colors! Here are a few of my favorite looks from the collection: View the entire collection here

What They Wore: Met Costume Gala

Last night all the stars & fashionistas came out for the Metropolitan Museum's annual Costume Institute gala. This year's theme was Superheroes: Fashion and Fantasy (the exhibit officially opens Wednesday, May 7th), George Clooney, Julia Roberts & Anna Wintour were the chairs, while designer Giorgio Armani served as this year's honorary chair. So many gowns, so little time...It was difficult to choose but here are my favorite looks of the night: