Month: September 2021

Funny Face (1957): A Paris Collage

Leave a Comment / Cinematic, Style / By / September 9, 2021
A collage inspired by Funny Face (1957)

Jo Stockton (played by Audrey Hepburn) works at a bookshop in Greenwich Village. She loves philosophical conversations and dreams of going to Paris. When Maggie Prescott (Kay Thompson), editor-in-chief of Quailty Magazine, decides to stage a photoshoot at Jo’s place of employement, the shop assistant gets the opportunity of a lifetime. Enter: the dancing photographer Dick Avery (Fred Astaire). Suddenly the universe aligns to bring Jo to her favorite city where Champagne laced with Existentialism overflows.

Works Sighted

Jaxon Hats straw skimmer hat // Yves Saint Laurent trench coat // Veuve Clicquot Yellow Label Brut

Diptyque Eau Duelle eau de toilette // J.Crew ruffle-collar shirt

Oscar de la Renta black dress // Saint James Breton // Bass weejuns // L’Oréal mascara // peonies from Arôm

Valentino heels // J.Crew Martie pant in bi-stretch cotton // Yves Saint Laurent concealer pen // Dior lip sugar scrub // Dior lip glow // Alexander McQueen dress // L’existentialisme est un humanisme // Christian Louboutin flats

Window Shopping at Smythson

Leave a Comment / Lifestyle / By / September 6, 2021
Writing paper, envelopes, and other desk essentials

When I lived in London, I’d visit Smythson quite often without the intention of buying anything. You’d find me at the Sloane Square location…right near my beloved Peter Jones and The Botanist. Shopping online doesn’t compare to an in-person experience at one of the brand’s London stores, but browsing the website is the best way to keep up with the latest developments in merchandise whilst living stateside. We’re in the middle of what the French call la rentrée, and many of the items I’ve selected for this post were inspired by my return to my desk.

Works Sighted

A5 writing folder // correspondence cards // desk mat

writing paper // jewellery box // envelopes

photo album // photo corners // travel notebook

Summersalt Swimsuits

2 Comments / Style / By / September 2, 2021
Navy Summersalt sidestroke

My extensive search for a one-piece swimsuit came to an end this summer. I’d discovered the brand Summersalt online, but the constant flood of promotional mailings ultimately convinced me to place my first order. The women-owned business celebrates the variety of the female form by diversifying the personalities in its campaign. I recognized the faces of some of their ambassadors including Jessica Nabongo, Chelsea Werner, and Carly Cushnie. I decided to put the company’s motto, Every body is a Summersalt body, to the test.

I ended up returning my first order, which included the tie belted cove and the ruffle backflip. The tie belted cove didn’t suit me, but I ordered the ruffle backflip in sea urchin again, this time in the perfect size. A week or two later, I rounded out my collection with the sidestroke in deep sea.

In the past, I’d wasted time trying on one-pieces that didn’t offer any support. In contrast, when I wear my Summersalt suits, it feels like I’m being gently hugged. Everything stays in place, and readjusting my suit is a thing of the past. When I return to the city, the sidestroke will surely be accompanying me to the indoor pool. The ruffle backflip is a little too low-cut for laps but stunning nonetheless. If you’re in need of a confidence-boosting one-piece, I highly recommend you begin your search with Summersalt.

Works Sighted

Summersalt sidestroke