Category Archives: shopping

Twenty years of Maison Martin Margiela

I’ve always viewed Martin Margiela’s designs as works of art that should be collected and appreciated as such.  So when I read that more than 1,000 vintage and one-of-a-kind pieces, owned by the late Marcia Berger are now on display at  Resurrection Vintage Clothing in New York and Los Angeles, I was elated!  300 select pieces are also featured for sale on design auction website 1stdibs.com.  With most pieces priced in the four-figures, this collection isn’t for everyone, but perusing the pieces online is a must-do for fashion lovers!

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Posted by Terraon March 9, 2010 · Tags: , , , · Comments (0)

The little striped dress

Aaaah… the spring/summer equivalent of the LBD. Isn’t it lovely? All it needs is some coral nail polish, white sunglasses, and a gigantic straw tote.

{I found it here!}

Posted by Angelaon February 24, 2010 · Tags: , , · Comments (7)

Jeffrey Monteiro

If you’ve read my bio {see below}, you’ll know I terribly miss Jane Mayle’s namesake collection. But the stunning pieces comprising the spring collection of Jeffrey Monteiro just might be worthy substitutes. A former design director at Mayle, Monteiro’s charming, detail-ridden dresses and tops evoke a disheveled femininity quite reminiscent of my beloved Mayle pieces. I can’t wait to buy one of these little gems for spring!

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Posted by kadieon February 17, 2010 · Tags: , , , · Comments (5)

Marc Jacobs + Maripol

It’s funny…the last time I shopped in a Marc by Marc Jacobs boutique I told Sam that it reminded me so much of shopping at Fiorucci in the 80’s.   Fiorucci was number one on my list on my first trip to NY as a teenager…I was dying to buy jewelry by Maripol, who was credited with Madonna’s jewelry back in the early 80’s.  Well, clearly I wasn’t the only one making that association because Marc Jacobs has collaborated with Maripol to create a line which is sold in the Marc by Marc Jacobs boutiques.  Think rubber bracelets, chain necklaces and tees which range in price from $4 to $35.  Love it!!

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Posted by Melissaon February 12, 2010 · Tags: , , · Comments (5)

Keel’s Simple Diary

I just ordered one of these chic little diaries from Taschen.  Keel’s Simple Diary offers daily axioms, fill-in-the-blanks, multiple choice questions, and other quirky ways to keep track of your day.  {Look inside here!}  Keeping a diary always seemed so tedious until now.   I’m really looking forward to taking a  break from technology, picking up a pen, and simplifying!

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Posted by Terraon February 1, 2010 · Tags: , · Comments (11)

Marie Veronique Organics’ New Look

I know many of you have been waiting for this day…the relaunch of organic skincare brand Marie Veronique Organics!  We {here at Ruby Press} are just in love with the fresh new packaging and website.  {But don’t worry Marie Veronique Organics fans- the products inside the beautiful amber apothecary bottles are indeed the same ones you fell in love with.}

My personal can’t-live-without products include the Anti-Aging Oil Plus, the Moisturizing Face Screen Plus, SPF 30 with Light Tint {It’s not just my fave- the Environmental Working Group named it one of the best 6 moisturizers with sunscreen*- in terms of efficacy and safety- for 2009!}, and the Skin Lightening Serum/ Skin Lightening Vitamin C Supplement duet.

*When you check out the EWG’s list, you’ll see the Moisturizing Face Screen Plus, 30 SPF with Light Tint by it’s former name, Creme de Soleil Tinted.  Click here to find your favorite products’ new names.

Posted by Melissaon January 27, 2010 · Tags: , , , · Comments (2)

Liebemarlene Vintage

Wow, I am just kind of in awe of vintage dealer Rhiannon Liefhert, her website, and the atmospheric shots she posts of herself in her wares {taken all across the country}.  Some of my favorite shots…

Posted by Melissaon January 25, 2010 · Tags: , , · Comments (9)

Renegade Craft Fair Holiday Sale

This weekend San Francisco hosts the Renegade Craft Fair Holiday Sale at Fort Mason.  I’ve attended the last two fairs held during the summer, and Bay Area folks can now score last-minute holiday gifts in the first-ever December event {trust me, it’s impossible to walk away empty-handed.}  The selection of crafts is enormous, and everything is top-notch quality {but totally affordable!}. Sweetening the deal even more, it’s free to attend!

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Posted by kadieon December 16, 2009 · Tags: , , , · Comments (0)