EGG

This was one of those stores in which I sweat, and fret 

over being too nervous to take  ask to take pictures*. 

Entering Egg, Maureen Douherty's (of Issey Miyake fame) shop in the Knightsbridge area of London, 

you immediately want to live the minimalist, quality driven lifestyle they convey (and sell).

 Within seconds I was worshipping the most beautiful and SIMPLE linen garments, woven scarves, basic white button downs and wanted it all. 300 pounds for a white shirt? No problem! (Who am I?!)

Everything from the the way the items are displayed by color and style on the walls and tables, the small staircase leading to more treasures upstairs, to the laid back manor of cute shopgirls; 

Egg is a place you don't want to leave. 

*These photos are not mine, all found online from other egg lovers! 

MIMI

About a year, Advanced Style featured the fabulous Mimi Weddell. After learning of her, I had to see the documentary on her amazing life, Hats Off.

It was truly inspirational. I was very excited when I found these images in Casa Vogue 2005. (photographed by our favorite, Tim Walker).

We hope you enjoy.

Northwest Beauties

Spirit Dance Tunic Cowichan early 20th century

Coiled Basket early 20th century

Whaling Model Makah late 19th century

Sea Monster Mask Kwakiuti 1900

Kolus Mask Kwakiutl 1922

Woolen Cloth Leggings 19th century

Dancing Headdress Tinglist 19th century with sea lion whiskers, swan skin,

Chilkat Tunic Tlingit 19th century

Glass Bead basket Tinglit late 19th century

Grizzly Bear Mask early 19th century Tlingit

I can't remember what book I scanned these from (sorry!)

House of Straw

all images Wallpaper* magazine

Sisters

Our mother has always been one of our greatest inspirations. As we've grown up, she's become more and more like a third sister to us. She too loves all things vintage, Native American, and a bit bohemian. At a recent tag sale in our CT neighborhood, she stumbled upon this amazing book. While its' content is eerily sexual, Sisters, by David Hamilton (published 1977), is a beautiful book filled with femininity and style. Below are a few sneak peaks.

Journal Standard Luxe Spring 2010

We love Japanese brand Journal Standard. I was recently in their Paris store at 11-12 Galerie de Montpensier, Palais Royal(no pics allowed of course), but here are some images from their Spring 2010 lookbook. More here.