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Morgane Le Fey ~ Artful Designs

              

The Morgane Le Fey store on Madison Ave captivates me every time I walk by their artfully designed window displays.  Morgane Le Feyis a New York City based fashion house started in 1982 by Argentinian Liliana Casabal and is based in Soho.  The clothing is manufactured and designed right here in New York - I am so happy to see a long standing fashion house that has stayed local!  I encourage you to take a peek into the store and see the layered wisps of fabric that are so stunningly beautiful its hard not to fall in love!

Laura Letinsky - Evoking Those Moments Lost

     

When I saw the spread of Laura Letinsky in Elle Decor last month I couldn't help but feel enamored.  The artist and professor at the University of Chicago's photographs evoke a feeling of loss, destruction and a feeling of "what was" that I have come to love.  You might recall my post on Laura Salierno's photographs of the dismantling of The Plaza Hotel - and how I loved the fact that she was able to capture that exact moment in between what The Plaza was and what it was to become.  Laura Letinsky's amazingly artistic still life photographs capture those moments people forget.  The times in between the enjoyment of such objects, and the time they are discarded, put away or forgotten.  While what she captures might seem mundane - I see the beauty in what was once there - and envision what could have been.  Latisnky is represented by the Yancey Richardson Gallery in Chelsea - I definitely plan on taking a trip over there to marvel some more.

Toile - a New Take!

Toile has always been a favorite of mine - but I just couldn't help but show how some amazing designers are re-inventing and modernizing this old-time pattern!  Manuel Canovas , an architect and designer, sticks to the traditional toile pattern, but has made this fabric pop with his Lavandiere bedding collection featuring a bright fuchsia scape.  This is sure to brighten up any room!  

Now I have been a lover of NYC water towers for years, and I was absolutely thrilled to see this modern take on toile by French luxury design house Pierre Frey.  The Nolita fabric is amazing as it evokes a modern aesthetic featuring downtown Manhattan water towers.  What a fresh take on something so traditional! 

 

 

Susan Boyle - Britain's Got Talent - An Inspiration to Us All

Susan Boyle, the Scottish overnight sensation on Britain's Got Talent truly brought me to tears this morning.  She inspires all of us to never give up on our dreams and to forget those that say we are not worthy.  Susan did not seem a prime candidate for this talent show, but I am pleased to say that she proved them all wrong.  Please enjoy this inspirational story.

Susan Boyle on Britain's Got Talent
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Crocs - Walking Advertisments? Seewalk makes it happen!

 

Crocs^TM are definitely not a new trend, but as you know, I am a lover of new, fresh & inventive ideas I had to tell you about the new use for old Crocs^TM.  Seewalk^TM puts these versatile, comfortable shoes to the test!  With a minimum order of 1,000 you can have your brand, logo or advertisement walking the streets in no time.  Its a perfect way to launch a new program, product or company.  That's not all, Seewalk^TM has  a charitable arm called Equita, and for every pair you buy, a needy child in a deserving county will receive a free pair!  If you think this shoe is too good to pass up, I agree.  Just contact me at The Holding Company and we will find what works best for you and your needs!