Monthly Archives: March 2008

Don’t you just want…

this baby digital Leica? So tiny- only 3 inches across!

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{available at Vivre}

Fornasetti Forever  xoxo

I know that when I think of Fornasetti, I picture the iconic surreal face plates, pillows and other decorative items…


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{classic face plates at Moss}

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{wallpaper with the iconic faces at Rose and Radish}

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{and reversible pillows at My Own Space}

I’ll sheepishly admit that I had no idea of the range of his work- nor much about the man behind the iconic design, Piero Fornasetti, who was a painter, sculptor, interior designer and creator/designer of over 11,000 items.

Some vintage Fornasetti pieces for sale…

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{I may have to order this poster!}

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{red/gold “army” tray}

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{metal waste basket}

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{chic umbrella stand}

Hilarious 80’s fashion shoot with Steven Meisel!

I just came across this video on Vain and Vapid, and it is just too funny NOT to share!

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The Wonderful World of Madeline Weinrib

Love these summery ikats from designer Madeline Weinrib

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and her runners

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and area rugs

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but most of all, her one of a kind furnishings

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Shoes!

I am such a fan of Polaroid shots, and this one from My Polaroid Blog is just sublime.
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Blog-addict?

I’m afraid I’m becoming one… My husband has been calling me on my blog-addiction lately, and as they say, the first step is recognizing that you have a problem. Since I have a more-than-full-time-job, I end up blogging late into the night or on the weekends when I suppose I really should be relaxing.

That being said, from here on out, I am going to limit (or try to anyway) to only post on weekdays.  (Same goes for the rest of the Ruby Press team…) Fingers crossed that I can do it! It’s so hard to stay away… I know you fellow bloggers know what I mean!

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{image from The Cherry Blossom Girl- great French blog!}

Vintage Military Accessories…

Sometimes you can find the chicest things in the most unlikely places!

I’d love to switch out this buckle with a brightly colored web belt…

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{from P.O.S.H. Chicago, and only $7!}

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{this nylon helmet bag from Galaxy Army Navy, $23.99, can fit a stack of magazines}

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{love this vintage Hungarian medic bag, $21.99 from Galaxy Army Navy}

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{this kakadu carry bag would make a great purse, $44.95 from Vermont’s Barre Army Navy}

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{love the doctor’s bag shape of the kakadu bowling bag $39.95 from Vermont’s Barre Army Navy}

Plover Organic is in!

Everyone has been awaiting this day…at least I know everyone here at Ruby Press has. Plover’s full spring collection is now available for sale in stores and through their website. Hooray!

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