I've added some extra special items from the 1940s-1960s to Inherited, so take a peek!
Sunday, February 24, 2013
Monday, January 21, 2013
Way out West.
We spent the weekend of my birthday in the San Francisco Bay area, where Steven's mom and aunt live. I had never been to that part of California before this trip and I foolishly was so busy gawking at the awesomeness of San Francisco during our excursion on our birthday that I took practically no photos. Sigh... next time.
Steven's mom's birthday is the day before mine, and we got to be at her surprise party!
A foggy start on our drive to San Francisco
Haribo Cherries provided nourishment on our drive
Nearly there!
I was obsessed with that Victorian brownstone on the right, driving to Haight-Ashbury.
Hurray for sun and cute boys!
The hilly streets don't look that bad from here...
The last pic from the city before I got overwhelmed in Union Square.
A rocky outcropping on our drive up Mount Diablo.
The view was just silly... and this wasn't even halfway up.
Now that's a view.
Bat signal.
What a fun trip... I can't wait to go back!
Sunday, January 20, 2013
Looking back at Christmas.
I can't believe we're already entering the last stretch of January. I had 12 straight days of vacation from work, and it still flew by in a blink. Here's a few blips from Christmas:
My mom's Christmas decorating leaves not one branch of their huge tree unadorned.
I'm trying to think of a Karate Kid reference to make here.
Success!
This was the best that Nala could do.
Chomp.
The Christmas Eve spread - all this for five people.
The halls are decked.
Merry Christmas!
Friday, January 4, 2013
A New Year.
(Pip is modeling the past three years of New Year's chapeaus from St-Germain... they're the best)
(Maya brought a lot of hope into 2013... hope that we'd step away from the table and not miss a slice or three of soppressata.)
(Our few guests looked great for the occasion but didn't add much to the conversation.)
We downed our champagne, lit off a few fireworks and called it a night. Besides the fireworks, it wasn't much different than many other nights we've spent at home, but over breakfast, we talked about our resolutions and they've geared us up for taking on 2013, head first.
(New Year's Day calls for a port-infused French toast brunch with Bloody Marys and lots of bacon.)
One of my resolutions was to writewritewrite just for myself and also a little more in this blog, and so I am haltingly, falteringly starting again.
And tomorrow (or, in about four hours, rather), Steven and I will be taking on another of my resolutions!
Happy 2013!
Thursday, December 13, 2012
At the Market
The Lowcountry Artist Market was last weekend, and it was so much fun! Talking about vintage all day with fellow enthusiasts of tulle, chiffon and lace gives me quite the rush. Here are a few pictures I managed to snap of Inherited's set-up.
The highlight of the day was selling the amazing red dress (1950s Lord & Taylor!) on the mannequin to a girl who wore it with all the gamine style of Audrey Hepburn.
Thank you to everyone who came out to chat and shop and try on! You made my day.
Sunday, December 9, 2012
Deck the Halls
Despite a super-busy weekend, which included the amazing holiday Lowcountry Artist Market and my friend Gino's second-annual Plaid Party (such a fun birthday theme), we managed to finish decorating the house today. It feels so warm and cozy... I might not take this stuff down after the holidays.
The amazing gold kraft garland comes from Lowell and & Louise.
After the decorating, we rewarded ourselves with fondue and Champagne. Not a bad Sunday.
Sunday, November 11, 2012
Save the Date: Lowcountry Artist Market, Saturday, December 8
We're less than a month from the next Lowcountry Artist Market! Inherited's booth will be stocked with dresses for holiday parties (and New Year's), cozy sweaters for warm nights indoors, and plaid skirts for classic office style. My collection has moved to two racks, plus suitcases bursting with handbags, shoes, and even a $5 bargain selection.
Below are two of my recent faves: a 1950s cherry red chiffon dress by Jonathan Logan for Lord & Taylor (with the sweetest pink bow detail) and a kelly green coat with mandarin collar, bracelet sleeves, and hidden hook-and-eye closures.
Join us at the Music Farm
Saturday, December 8
10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Friday, October 12, 2012
Steven Fiore + Entropy Ensemble
Sunday, September 16, 2012
A Fall Feeling.
In Charleston, the weather has been dropping from highs in the 90s to the 80s, with late evenings and early mornings even toying with temperatures below 70! While this may seem to be an imperceptible change to others in cooler climates, in Charleston, the change is noted and celebrated.
As is fitting, I've been hunting for items appropriate for the impending autumn -- namely layering pieces like blouses and jackets. These items will be added to Inherited in the coming days:
1940s Fred A. Block Original wool cropped jacket with bow detail
1970s plaid Bobbie Brooks blazer
1960s Clarendon by Henry Fredericks peach wool coat
1970s floral blouse with removable bowtie
1980s sheer cream silk blouse
1950s black shantung silk blazer by Monet Custom Tailors of Hong Kong
1970s printed shirtdress (perfect with tights, boots, and a cardigan for fall!)
1960s accordion pleat wool plaid skirt
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