Archive for the ‘The Elusive Find’ Category
Oyster Roll
The Elusive Find July 29th, 2010We are all about oysters this week (see “Oyster Bar”), especially John Robshaw’s lovely Lanka Oyster Bolster at Haven Sanctuary of Style. Like most of Robshaw’s fabulous fabrics, the linen is printed in India using traditional methods. We advocate mixing it up with other Robshaw pillows for very chic chaise lounging. Or pack it in [...]
Read MoreBeachy Bijoux
The Elusive Find July 22nd, 2010Turquoise says summer to us and we think the most exquisite use of it is found in this turquoise cabochon and gold-toned necklace from House of Lavande. The 1950s piece has been worn by the ever-stylish Sarah Jessica Parker, and we say, No Wonder. Perfect for the next garden, pool or beachside party, it would [...]
Read MoreTwinkle Toes
The Elusive Find July 15th, 2010At this point in the summer, less is definitely more. The only necessary accessory is a sexy, bejeweled sandal like this fabulous Tondi Grande at 100% Capri. Perfect with supercool linen pieces from shorts to shifts (think 100% Capri’s knee-length Vestito Rosa dress), these thongs are beautifully crafted in leather and Swarsovski crystals. Once you [...]
Read MoreDel Carlo Corkers
The Elusive Find June 17th, 2010The cork wedge is hands down the shoe of the season. We saw versions from Prada, Stella McCartney, Dolce & Gabbana (in leopard, of course), and many, many more, but we are especially taken by this multi-strap version from Roberto Del Carlo at Sabot. Incredibly lightweight and comfortable, it’s a very chic take on the [...]
Read MoreBrush with Greatness
The Elusive Find June 10th, 2010This handsome shaving brush from Aidan Gill is made of fine badger, which means it is very soft, yet still creates a luxurious later for a smooth and flawless shave. Made of resin in mock tortoiseshell, ivory, or black, it promises years of happy use. An essential tool in any gentleman’s shaving regimen, it is [...]
Read MoreOrange Crush
The Elusive Find June 3rd, 2010Nothing says summer as much as braided belts and linen loafers, especially if they are in orange, one of our all-time favorite colors. We love the image of a very cool guy in crisp white trousers with this belt around his waist, these shoes on his feet, and a long tall drink in his hand. [...]
Read MoreMan of the Moment
The Elusive Find May 20th, 2010Henri Cartier-Bresson, who died in 2004 at the age of 96, is one of the most influential and beloved figures in the history of photography. Far ahead of his colleagues, he rejected the heavy, studio-based camera and took his Nikon (with the shiny lens covered in black tape so he would be less noticeable) [...]
Read MoreGolden Girl
The Elusive Find May 6th, 2010We doubt Bea Arthur ever gave her “Golden Girl” mom Estelle Getty anything like these 24-karat earrings from Gurhan for Mother’s Day. They weren’t exactly the diminutive Sophia’s style. But for the mom in your life—or anyone else who values timeless chic—these hammered, solid gold earclips/posts from Amanda Pinson are a must-have accessory. We love [...]
Read MoreBe Sweet to Mom!
The Elusive Find April 29th, 2010Remember your mom with both chocolates AND flowers via the Mother’s Day Chocolate Collection from Sucre. Three different chocolates are decorated with three different “blossoms” and packaged together in Sucre’s signature aqua box. The White Chocolate Raspberry (shown here) is comprised of a raspberry-infused white chocolate ganache inside a dark chocolate shell. We think it [...]
Read MoreSnake Charmer
The Elusive Find April 22nd, 2010The daughter of a diplomat, designer Devi Kroell grew up all over the world, and her stunning handbags contain elements from each of the far-flung points on her personal globe: exotic skins from Indonesia, the exquisite workmanship of Italy and France, the post-modern shapes of her native Austria. Now based in Manhattan, Kroell has become [...]
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