Hermès New Year's Eve

Our sheep was begging for a pop of color for New Year's Eve and my Hermès Cheval de Caractère scarf in Cassis suits him perfectly. Cheers!

Uniqlo +J: On Sale

I thought I had thoroughly exhausted the Fall/Winter +J collection at Uniqlo, but when the stretch cashmere sweaters went on sale, I couldn't resist. Classic black crew neck, originally $129.50, now $89.50 USD.

I also bought a Purple Extra Fine Merino wool v-neck sweater for only $19.99 (originally $39.50 USD).

Louis Vuitton Damier Graphite Adjustable Organizer

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My friend Christopher recently acquired this Louis Vuitton wallet and I am so impressed with the clever new design. In handsome Damier Graphite, it may seem a tad on the large size, but it is the perfect wallet to keep in your bag, with three removable pieces inside, so that you can take only what you need in your pocket. Perfect for credit cards, business cards, receipts, cash, change and keys. It even fits his iPhone.

Available here. $550 USD.

Marc Jacobs' Hermès Shadow Birkin

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In the latest neutral shade of Alezan Swift calfskin, Marc Jacobs is still in St. Barths, once again doing the Birkin Beach Bag thing. This bag dubbed the Shadow Cabas is a tongue in cheek version of the classic Birkin 40. Perhaps that was what he was buying in the local Hermès?

Courtesy of justjared.com.

Dries Van Notenfest Continued

I know I just posted this shirt in Sky Blue yesterday, but I actually bought it in Midnight Blue a few weeks ago before the final markdown. What can I say? I love Dries Van Noten and this shirt is beautiful in both colors.

Dries Van Notenfest at Barneys NY

The final markdown of 60% at Barneys NY was enticing enough to pick up a few last pieces of Dries Van Noten this season. The two button down shirts are beautiful and lightweight, so they are my first Pre-Spring purchases. One in a Sky Blue cotton floral damask and the other in a Navy and White cotton pinstripe. The Black t-shirt with the "polaroid" print of what appears to be a Fall/Winter 2009 Dries Van Noten runway look was too cute to resist--also perfect for Spring/Summer. The knit cap is a little gift for Eric.

Hermès Plush Horse

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In case you need a last minute late gift. His name is Hermy and he is up for adoption at Hermès. For the inner child in everyone, the ultimate low maintenance pet. $390 USD.

Marc Jacobs Shopping Hermès

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Thanks to justjared.com: Marc Jacobs spotted exiting the Hermès boutique in St. Barth's on Christmas Eve with the very same Vert Olive/Veronese 40 Birkin, with a suspiciously large Orange Box accompanying him, perhaps the Birkin is new and he is just lugging the big box home. Looking good Marc.

Update: Marc's bag is a 40 Birkin Vert Veronese Togo with Palladium hardware.

Marc Jacobs in St. Barth's

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Thanks to dlisted for these fab pics of Marc Jacobs and beau Lorenzo Martone on what appears to be Saline Beach in St. Barth's. Also, if I am not mistaken, that is a new 40cm Hermès Birkin in Vert Veronese or Vert Olive Clemence with Palladium hardware. Birkin as Beach Bag. I love it.

Update: Marc's bag: 40 Birkin Vert Veronese Togo with Palladium hardware.

Full report and many more beach pics here.

Merry Christmas

Merry Christmas to everyone. I am thankful for all the love in my life. Best Wishes for a Happy Holiday season.

Uniqlo +J Spring/Summer Men 2010

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Hot new pics of the Uniqlo +J Spring/Summer 2010 Men's collection. The clean architectural lines that have become synonymous with Jil Sander continue with Spring/Summer 2010. Finally, the perfect khaki suit at a reasonable price? There will be 60 fresh pieces in the Men's collection. I love the new model and his haircut. More info soon.

US release date January 14, 2010.

Esclavo y Amo at New Museum

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I stumbled upon this unique necklace while I was visiting the New Museum's website.

"Designed by Daniel Guzman and fabricated by Gabriel Urist, this 22K gold plated silver necklace is made exclusively for the New Museum. The necklace is custom made with handcast letters and is available in 18 or 22 inches.

“Esclavo y Amo (master and slave)” is an exclusive limited edition of 50. The piece was inspired by a popular Mariachi song, sung by Javier Solis, and is celebrated by many that are either sick or drunk with love, including Mr. Guzman."

Available here. Special Price $200, originally $500 USD.

Holiday Shoppers More Welcome Than Ever

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Eric Wilson of The New York Times brings us the new reality on Luxury shopping in the recession. Customer service and attitudes are improving from Macy's to Bergdorf Goodman to Hermès. Despite the fact that I was interviewed for this piece and did not make the final cut, it is a must read.

Full NY Times article here.

Luxury Stores Top of the World

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From TeNeues, a beautiful coffee table book dedicated to the finest Luxury shopping environments around the world. Includes amazing photographs of some familiar boutiques and rare undiscovered gems.

Available at Amazon here. From $64 USD.

Prada On Sale

Every once in a while you come across a great classic, with the perfect fit, in your size, on sale. Prada Soho is on sale now at 50% off and I found this crisp navy and white cotton gingham shirt. Perfect with white jeans for Summer 2010.

Our First Snow

We had nearly 11 inches of snow yesterday here in New York City and the sculptural effect made our Toledo chair by Jorge Pensi for Knoll even more interesting.

Swarovski Christmas Ornament

From our lovely weekend visitor, this crystal star will always remind me of her grace and charm and the first snow of the season. Launched in 1995, these annually released Swarovski Christmas Ornaments are based on a star/snowflake theme. Happy Holidays.

Prada Marfa

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In 2005, Berlin based artists Elmgreen & Dragset unveiled Prada Marfa, a 15' x 25' sculptural doppelganger of a Prada boutique near Marfa, Texas, complete with lighting and merchandise, but sealed shut: a time capsule of Luxury retail.

The painted sign referencing the location of the sculpture is featured prominently in the Van der Woodsen/Bass apartment on Gossip Girl and the Works On Whatever edition of that sign currently resides in our bedroom.

Elmgreen & Dragset:


“As one drives toward the artwork it will appear to be a large minimalist sculpture, as one gets closer it will look like a luxury boutique where a display of Fall 2005 high-heel Prada shoes and bags will be seen through the store front windows… blends into the exciting historical structures of the area in which it will be placed… As we purposefully will not preserve Prada Marfa, it will eventually become a ruin so that even in a future decayed state it will remain relevant to the time in which it was made…”


Available at Works On Whatever here. $300 USD plus shipping.

Hermès Etrivière Bracelet

My friend Christopher was visiting a few weeks ago and bought one of these at Madison Avenue. I grew to like the design more and more and hoped to find one for myself one day. Well, clever Christopher spotted this one on the bay and I couldn't resist. Presenting my Hermès Etrivière GM bracelet in Black. Thanks Christopher.

Our Glamorous Bathroom

Thanks to Richard Phillips "Spectrum" and Works On Whatever, our bathroom has never been more glamorous. An inspiring beauty to greet us each morning.

I originally wrote about these incredible "Prop Art" editions here.

Available at Works On Whatever here. $250 USD plus shipping.

Monogram Miroir Sac Plat

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Available now in US Louis Vuitton boutiques, the Monogram Miroir Sac Plat would look great under your tree. Instant glamour to brighten up the dark days of Winter. Be quick, limited editions like these don't stick around long. $1560 USD.

Vince Shawl Collar Double Breasted Sweater

I could not find the Vince Pea Coat Sweater in Navy I wrote about here anywhere in my size, but reader Sam found this shawl collar version in Black at Bloomingdale's Soho and it was even on sale for $195, originally $325. Done.

Thanks Sam.