Pretty Things Fashion... Gripp Jeans

{{ ALL THINGS NEW ROMANTIC }}

Designed by Dianne Grgat,  the A/W 2009 collection for Australian label Gripp Jeans is a renaissance of ‘gothic chic’.

"It's sophisticated glamour with a rock vamp edge, leaving the collection with a feel of lust and utter abandonment."

Key pieces such as the corsets in power net and lace emphasise feminine virtues such as the décolletage. Fitted body dresses in lace and draped jersey play a game of peek-a-boo on the derriere. Feminine assertiveness is expressed with strong structural lines in shoulder detailing and the use of leather and heavy metal hardware and trims.

Who said New Romantic is dead?

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

photos & copy...Gripp Jeans

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Life Lessons...Always Buy Two

"...Finding a comfortable pair of jeans that still manages to make your ass look like it's fighting to get out." - Allison Glock

 Always Buy Two

by Allison Glock

There are people who trip into bliss, gentle, smiling souls who coast on a never-ending sea of frothy optimism and the immovable belief that tomorrow will bring even more blessings than today.  I am not one of those people.  I trust that life for most of the planet is a cruel, unrelenting struggle brightened only momentarily by flashes of serendipity and luck.  A baby's smile.  A punctual flight.  Finding a comfortable pair of jeans that still manages to make your ass look like it's fighting to get out.  Such gifts are as rare as comets. Which is why, when you stumble onto something perfect, something that really - no debating, no shrugging - works, you should always buy two.

I learned this lesson early from my mother, who, being a Southern lady, wore stockings to work.  She also wore diamonds, and diamonds tend to shred nylons like so much pulled pork - a cause for panic unless you happen to have another pair stashed in your bureau drawer, which my mother inevitably did because she always bought two.  Of course, she could have removed her diamonds prior to pulling on her stockings, but because she'd bought two, she didn't have to.  And really - who removes diamonds when it isn't strictly necessary?


During an average day, most women drown in compromise.  Good enough.  It'll do. They look okay.  That's fine. At least he's employed.  Sure. I don't mind.  Whatever.  No, really.


When indisputable flawlessness enters our worn little worlds, it is cause for celebration.  And for stocking up.  I'm nt talking about SUVs or face-lifts here, but basics.  Staples. The white T-shirt that compassionately floats over your stomach.  The boots that don't suffocate your calves.  Lip gloss that gives you the pout of a teenager without sticking to your hair.  Toilet paper that doesn't shred or leave dust on your bathroom floor.  


Two offer symmetry and security.  With two you never ever run out.  With two you can break one.  With two you can breathe easy.  Three many seem even safer, but it borders on overkill and eats up valuable storage space.  Unless you're Oprah, who I've heard, buys 10 because she can.  Start with two.


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repost from American Elle: "The Most Important Thing I've Learned"

Image: Robin Bardot skinny jeans

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What We're Loving this Week...

Delicious Fall treats inspired by the first day of a new season.

 

 

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1} Earth Elements Necklace by Dutch Touch Beads 2} 50s Lady Coat by McGregor Girl
3} Forget Not the Fall Earrings by Lulu McCleary 4}Mini Cupcakes by The Cupcake Mint
5} Multi Task Bag by Iragrant 6} 'Pears on Granite' Print by Mookie Jones
7} Autumn Moon Pendant Set by Squishy Sushi  8} Fall Leaves Scarf by Not the Sun
9} 'The Little Craftsman' Print by Mikiep 10} 'The Little Seamstress' Print by Mikiep  11} 'I Will Know When I Get There' Print by Dirty Pretty Things 12} Mandarin Ginger Fragrant Soy Candle by Dirty Pretty Things

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What We're Loving this Week...

Lots of pretty, soft colours with a punch of black...just yummy!

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1 } Alice Ruffle Necklace by Louloudo 2 } Aurora's Kiss Photo by Blissful Colors
3 } Tulip Dress by Sarah Seven 4 }Live Laugh Love Vinyl Wall Art by Household Words
5 } 'No Reason' Print by AL Photography 6 } Diva Earrings by Studio Seventy Five
7 } Leather Faux Mustache Necklace by Louloudo 8 } Tulle Veil by Tied and Feathered
9 } 'Cat Girl' Print by Mikiep 10 } 'Babe' Heat Transfer by Supply Circus 11 } 'Your Place or Mine' Greeting Card by Dirty Pretty Things 12 } Dress Form Original Art by Dirty Pretty Things

* If you'd like to recommend an item for "What We're Loving This Week", please let us know by contacting us HERE.

What We're Loving this Week...

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1 } Night Black Rose Necklace by Japonicas 2 } Just a Flirt Dress by Claire La Faye 3 } Cafe Metropole Leather Skirt by 13Bees 4 }Leather Love Cuff by Love at First Blush 5 } Custom Devil or Angel Print by Dirty Pretty Things [RavenX] 6}Kiko the Love Love Print by Mikiep

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Pretty Things Fashion...Cirque 21

Forever 21 never seems to disappoint when it comes to fun, funky {and knock off} fashion on the cheap...and that's why we love them.

Amongst all the other new lines they have going, they have introduced Twist, a new series of monthly capsule collections inspired by themes and all things vaguely termed "Young Hollywood."

For example, the circus-themed debut range appears to be loosely based on Britney Spears's latest tour "Circus", with ringmaster jackets and bustier tops (but trading the PVC hot pants for G-rated tulle petticoats).

But, act quickly if you want any of this sweet Cirque 21 collection cuz each collection lasts only four weeks and then it will disappear forever, allowing room for 45-55 new pieces to debut around a different theme.

What FUN!

Get the Look Feature

We are HONOURED to have our Dress Form Silhouette Original Art featured in Sunday's Get the Look: Home Decor Edition in The Storque.

A super big THANK YOU to Christine and Etsy!

We love you guys!

Go HERE to get your Dress Form Silhouette or other custom silhouette image of your choice!

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Etsy Finds Decor: Cottage Renovation

This weekend's Get the Look: Decor is inspired by the renovation of a 1924 bungalow by Portland, Oregon residents Jessica and Erik. The couple purchased their first home in February of this year and have already completed an impressive extent of remodeling.

I love the way the architectural details of the home mix with their vintage furniture and charming thrift shop and estate sale finds. For more information about Jessica and Erik's home renovation and where they get their inspiration, visit their blog, Domestic PDX.

Visit Jessica on Flickr to view more photos of her charming home. Check out the Etsy Finds below for creative decorating ideas that will add a bit of cottage charm to the place you call home.

For story & photo credits, go HERE
Published on August 9, 2009 in Spotlight

Shop Pretty Things Update

Fresh items just listed...

Stuart Weitzman Stilettos
$60

Patent Ballet Flats
$10

Lady Gaga "The Fame"
$5

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What We're Loving...Call for Submissions

Would you like to let everyone know what YOU are loving this week? We're currently accepting your submissions for ongoing weekly "What We're Loving..." features, which will now be posted every Monday! Of course, I will also be picking 1-2 things from YOUR shop to feature as well! Go HERE to see how YOU can enter your picks & GET FEATURED...

...and now for our special 4th of July edition of "What We're Loving This Week" inspired by all things Red, White and Blue!

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1 } 4th of July print by Noodle and Lou 2 } 4th of July Party Tablescape by Paper & Cake 3 } Blessed is the Nation Pendant by A New Thing 4 }Madras Clutch by CalviRee 5 } Sailor Swimsuit by Fables by Barrie 6} Wrapped Sparkling Washer Necklace by Additions Style 7 }When We Could Fly Print by Mikiep 8 } Time to Play SuperHero: Wonder Woman Print by Mikiep 9 } Choose Your Scent: Soy Candles by Dirty Pretty Things 10 } Captive Print by Dirty Pretty Things


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NOTE: "What We're Loving This Week" will now be featured every Monday!

Feature: The Red Reckoning

Graphic prints and pops of red catch your eye in this stunning collection of treasures entitled "The Red Reckoning" by Etsy artist KATE8085. Included is my print "I Will Know When I Get There".

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...and check out the KATE8085 shop for tattoo-inspired original watercolours an prints.

Every Picture Tells a Story

I was out and about shopping on beautiful Montana Avenue in Santa Monica {California} yesterday and came across the most delightful discovery...an art gallery specializing in the art of illustration called Every Picture Tells A Story Gallery. It carries original artwork from some of our most loved childhood stories. I was totally in heaven since they have priceless originals, numbered prints and classic artwork from Disney, Charles Schulz, Dr. Seuss, Tim Burton and more!

'Very Hungry Caterpillar' 40th Anniversary Print signed by Eric Carle {right}

One of my favourite stories when I was a kid {and yours too, I'm sure since it's sold something like 29 MILLION copies} was The Very Hungry Caterpillar by Eric Carle. The Every Picture Tells a Story Gallery is the only gallery with the “40th Anniversary Very Hungry Caterpillar” giclee print, in a limited edition to 200 honouring the classic...and each print is personally signed and numbered by Eric Carle himself...Yay! They told me that only 100 prints remain and priced at only $450, I'm sure they won't last. I'm in discussions now with the hubs as to whether we can get one. The image is just too cute for words and I just have to have one to add to my slowly growing art collection. :)

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Below are just some of the other limited edition signed and numbered prints I loved that were available at the gallery. Celebrities and fellow art collectors alike are sure to grab these quickly. In fact, Ashlee Simpson and Pete Wentz bought this $5,300 extremely limited 'Nightmare Before Christmas' Print by Tim Burton for their gothic nursery when they were getting ready for baby Bronx to arrive...How sweet!

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'Nightmare Before Christmas' Print signed by Tim Burton


'Counting the Days' Harry Potter Print signed by Mary GrandPre


'Bad Case of Stripes' and 'Settle Down!' Prints signed by David Shannon


'Sandman' & 'Mad Hatter's Table' Prints signed by Lisbeth Zwerger


'Vroom-Vroom' & 'Leonardo' Prints signed by Mo Willems

'Terrific' Print & Charlotte's Web Cover Art Lithograph by Garth Williams


Clockwise, R to L:'Three Cats' 'Cat Reads' 'They Call Him Pat' & 'Horton' Original Sketches by Dr. Seuss


Clockwise, R to L: 'Snow White Study3' 'Snow White Study' 'On Ice' & 'Snow White Witch2' Original Production Art from the 30s by Walt Disney

Renowned authors and artists like Eric Carle, Jamie Lee Curtis, James A. Owen, David Shannon, and Cornelia Funke appear at the gallery on a monthly basis to demonstrate their craft or read from their latest best seller, so be sure to check it out. I just know you'll love it there as much as I did!

Every Picture Tells a Story Gallery

Address: 1311-C Montana Ave. Santa Monica, CA 90403

Phone: 310.451.2700

Email: web@everypicture.com

What We're Loving this Week...

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1 } Curiouser Print by Junker Jane 2 } Little Rose Earrings by Les Things 3 } English Rose Ruffle Dress by Lirola 4 }Seldom Do I Listen Print by Christina Romeo 5 } Nats Memo Notebook by ruNats2 6}'Watering' Slider Pendant by Mujoyas 7 }The Cotton Bunny Print by The Poppy Tree 8 } Lotus Blossom by Fanciful Form 9 } Cat Girl Print by Mikiep 10 } Bat Boy Print by Mikiep 11 } Wonderland Magnet Set by Dirty Pretty Things 12 } There's No Place Like Home Greeting Card by Dirty Pretty Things

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